JP5421851B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Description

  The present invention starts variable display of a plurality of types of identification information, each of which can be identified based on the fact that a start condition permitting the start of variable display is satisfied after the game medium passes through the start area, and displays the display result. A variable display unit for derivation display is provided, and when a specific display result is derived and displayed on the variable display unit, control is performed to a specific gaming state advantageous to the player, and identification information is variable as compared with a normal gaming state. The present invention relates to a gaming machine that can be controlled to a high probability state in which a probability that a display result of a display becomes a specific display result is improved.

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

  The specific game state means a state advantageous for a player who is given a predetermined game value. Specifically, the specific game state has a right to be in an advantageous state for a player who easily wins a game medium (a big hit game state), for example, a state of a special variable prize-winning device, or a state advantageous for a player. A state in which a predetermined game value such as a state or a state in which a condition for giving out premium game media is easily established is given.

  In such a gaming machine, the fact that the display result of the variable display device that displays the symbol as identification information is a combination of specific display modes (specific display result) determined in advance is generally referred to as “big hit”. When a big win occurs, for example, the big winning opening is opened a predetermined number of times, and the game medium shifts to a specific gaming state (a big winning gaming state) where the game medium is easy to win. And in each open period, if there is a prize for a predetermined number (for example, 10) of the big prize opening, the big prize opening is closed. An opening time (for example, 29 seconds) is determined for each opening, and even if the number of winnings does not reach a predetermined number, the winning opening is closed when the opening time elapses.

  In addition, if a special condition such as a display result of variable display of identification information becomes a special specific display result (special display result) of the specific display results in the variable display device, the jackpot is subsequently obtained. Special gaming state where the probability of occurrence of the game is high (for example, the probability variation state (high probability state) in which the rate determined to be a big hit itself is increased), or a big hit occurs as a result of shortening the symbol variation time. Some may be configured to shift to a short time state.

  In addition, some of such gaming machines are configured not to notify that the gaming state is controlled to a probable change state (high probability state) (see, for example, Patent Document 1). In the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1, notification of whether the state is a probability variation state or a normal state is not performed except when the power is turned on, and the player determines whether or not the current gaming state is a probability variation state. Is not recognized. Further, in Patent Document 1, when the gaming state is restored when the power to the gaming machine is turned on, when the probability changing state is restored, the probability changing state is displayed by displaying “Recovering the probability changing state!” Or the like. State recovery notification is described.

JP 2006-334035 A (paragraphs 0077-0083, paragraph 0098, paragraph 0167, FIG. 6-7)

  However, in the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1, each gaming machine in the store is initialized and started when the amusement store is opened or the like (for example, even if the gaming machine ends in the certainty state on the previous day, When the game state is reset and activated), it is necessary to actually check each game machine to determine whether or not each gaming machine has been normally initialized (for example, probability change state recovery notification) You have to check that each is not done). Therefore, the confirmation work when initializing and starting each gaming machine in the game shop becomes complicated, and the work burden on the game shop staff increases.

  In view of the above, an object of the present invention is to reduce the work load in the case of initialization of a gaming machine in a gaming machine configured not to notify that it is in a probability variation state (high probability state). And

The gaming machine according to the present invention has a start condition that allows a variable display to start after a game medium (for example, a game ball) passes through a start area (for example, the first start winning port 13 and the second start winning port 14). Plural types of identification information that can identify each of them based on the fact that it has been established (for example, neither the variation display of the first special symbol nor the variation display of the second special symbol or the state of transition to the big hit gaming state) Variable display means (for example, a first special symbol display 8a and a second special symbol display 8b) that starts variable display of (for example, the first special symbol and the second special symbol) and derives and displays the display result is provided. , specific display results the variable display means (e.g., big hit symbol) favorable specific game state for the player when the derived display (e.g., jackpot gaming state) is controlled, the normal game state based on the establishment of the condition High-probability state variable display of the display result is improved probability of a particular display result of the identification information than a certain time (e.g., probability variation state) a gaming machine to control the variation data generated when performing control A variable data storage means (for example, a backup RAM) for storing data including at least high-probability state information (for example, a probability variation flag) indicating that the state is controlled to at least a high-probability state, and power supply to the gaming machine Storage content holding means (for example, a capacitor as a backup power source) capable of holding the storage contents of the variable data storage means for a predetermined period even when stopped, whether or not to enter a specific gaming state, and the specific gaming state , A first specific game state (for example, a normal jackpot, a probable big hit) that gives a predetermined game value, or a game value lower than the first specific game state Predetermining means (for example, a game control microcomputer 560) that determines which one of a plurality of types of specific game states including the second specific game state (for example, suddenly probable big hit A) to be performed before displaying and displaying the display result. Part for executing steps S61 and S73) and a high probability state control means for controlling to a high probability state based on the determination result of the prior decision means (for example, part for executing step S178 in the game control microcomputer 560). And a high-frequency state control means (for example, a game) that controls a high-frequency state (for example, a high base state) with an increased frequency of a state in which the game medium is likely to pass through the starting area based on the determination result of the pre-deciding means Steps S167, S170, S174, S175, and S177 in the control microcomputer 560 are performed. A high probability state indicating that the control is performed in a high probability state based on the fact that information in the high probability state is stored in the fluctuation data storage means when power supply is started. A high probability state signal external output means for outputting a signal (for example, a high-probability medium signal) to the outside of the gaming machine (for example, a part for executing steps S1075 to S1077 in the gaming control microcomputer 560), and a high probability state Common effect execution means for executing a common effect (for example, displaying a common background color (for example, yellow) regardless of whether or not the probability change state) is difficult (for example, the effect control microcomputer 100). includes a portion) for performing the steps S668, S676, and in a high probability state during signal external output means, the predetermined condition after the power supply is started established For example, until the first jackpot is generated) to continue the output of high-probability state in the signal, the after a predetermined condition is satisfied, high even when a high probability state in information is stored in the variation data storage means The output of the signal during the probability state is prohibited (for example, the step of executing step S136 in the game control microcomputer 560), and the high probability state control means is determined to be the second specific gaming state by the predetermining means. Based on the high probability state (for example, the game control microcomputer 560 executes the step S178 after determining the sudden probability change big hit A or the sudden probability change big hit B in the step S171), When it is not controlled to a high frequency state, it is possible to execute a common effect (for example, the effect control microcomputer 100 After determining Y in Step S871 and then determining N in Step S873, Step S874 is executed to set the common effect flag), and the high-frequency state control means is controlled to a high probability state and is high. When it is not controlled to the frequency state, it is higher based on the fact that it is determined to be the second specific gaming state by the pre-determining means , compared to the case where it is not controlled to both the high probability state and the high frequency state (For example, the game control microcomputer 560 executes steps S174 and S175 when the game control microcomputer 560 determines that it is suddenly probable big hit A in step S171 and then determines Y in step S172. The first short time state or the second short time state). With such a configuration, it is possible to check the presence / absence of a signal output in the high probability state on the hall side, and to save time and effort to check whether or not the gaming machine has been initialized one by one. It becomes possible. Therefore, in a gaming machine configured not to notify that it is in a high-probability state, it is possible to reduce the work load when the gaming machine is initialized. In addition, it is possible to diversify the transition of control of the gaming state, and when it is determined to be the second specific gaming state when it is controlled to the high probability state and not controlled to the high frequency state, By increasing the rate of transition to the frequency state, it is possible to reduce the disappointment of the player when the second specific gaming state having a low gaming value is continuously generated, and to enhance the interest in the game.
Initializing operation means for outputting an operation signal in response to an operation, and when the operation signal is input from the initialization operation means when power supply is started, the stored contents of the fluctuation data storage means are initialized. Initialization processing execution means for executing initialization processing, error determination means for determining whether or not a predetermined error has occurred, and at least initialization processing has been executed by the initialization processing execution means, and An external output means for outputting a predetermined external output signal to the outside of the gaming machine based on the establishment of a predetermined signal output condition including that it is determined by the error determination means that a predetermined error has occurred; The external output means is high when the initialization process is executed by the initialization process execution means and when the predetermined error is determined by the error determination means. A predetermined external output signal is output from a common output terminal provided in the gaming machine separately from the output terminal that outputs a signal during the rate state, and a new predetermined signal output is performed when the predetermined external output signal is output When the condition is satisfied, the output time for outputting a predetermined external output signal may be extended.

  When the gaming machine is controlled to a high probability state and controlled to a high frequency state, the time shortening state control means for controlling to a time shortening state (for example, a short time state) in which the variable information identification time is shortened (For example, the part for executing steps S167, S170, S174, S175, and S177 in the game control microcomputer 560), the time reduction state control means sets the first time reduction state (for example, the first time reduction state as the time reduction state). Time reduction state) or a second time reduction state (for example, a second time reduction state) in which the variable information display time is further reduced as compared with the first time reduction state. The second time shortening state is increased at a high rate based on the fact that the second specific gaming state is determined by the predetermining means when the control is in progress. Control (for example, if the game control microcomputer 560 is Y in step S173, the ratio of being controlled to the second short time state by setting the second short time flag and controlling to the second short time state in step S174) It may be configured to increase). According to such a configuration, the second specific gaming state with a low gaming value is generated by increasing the rate of transition to the second time shortening state when the second specific gaming state is reached in the first time shortening state. In this case, it is possible to prevent the player from feeling disappointed as much as possible.

  The variable display unit includes a plurality of types of first identification information that can be identified based on the start condition being satisfied after the game medium passes through the first start area (for example, the first start winning opening 13). The first variable display unit (for example, the first special symbol display 8a) that starts variable display of (for example, the first special symbol) and derives and displays the display result, and the second start area (for example, the second special symbol) After the game medium passes through the start winning opening 14), a variable display of a plurality of types of second identification information (for example, second special symbols) that can be identified based on the start condition being satisfied is started. A second variable display section (for example, the second special symbol display 8b) for deriving and displaying the display result, and when the high probability state and the high frequency state are controlled, Short variable display time of identification information 1 and second identification information Time shortening state control means (for example, a part for executing steps S167, S170, S174, S175, and S177 in the game control microcomputer 560) for controlling to a time shortening state (for example, a time shortening state) The means shortens the variable display time of the first identification information and the second identification information as the time shortening state, as compared with the first time shortening state (for example, the first time shortening state) or the first time shortening state. It is controllable to any one of the second time shortening states (for example, the second time shortening state), and the variable display of the first identification information is performed based on the fact that the predetermining means determines that the second specific gaming state is set. And the second identification information is variably displayed, and the second time shortened state is controlled at a different rate (for example, the game control microcontroller). When the computer 560 executes step S73, as shown in FIGS. 14D and 14E, when the variable display of the first special symbol is executed and when the variable display of the second special symbol is executed, Therefore, the ratio to be determined may be different from the sudden probability variation big hit B that is always controlled to the second short time state). According to such a configuration, by changing the ratio of shifting to the second time reduction state between the case where variable display of the first identification information is performed and the case where variable display of the second identification information is performed, Can improve interest in

  The variable display unit includes a plurality of types of first identification information that can be identified based on the start condition being satisfied after the game medium passes through the first start area (for example, the first start winning opening 13). The first variable display unit (for example, the first special symbol display 8a) that starts variable display of (for example, the first special symbol) and derives and displays the display result, and the second start area (for example, the second special symbol) After the game medium passes through the start winning opening 14), a variable display of a plurality of types of second identification information (for example, second special symbols) that can be identified based on the start condition being satisfied is started. A second variable display unit (for example, a second special symbol display 8b) for deriving and displaying the display result, and based on the determination result of the predetermining means, the first identification information and the second identification information Variable display execution means (for example, game) The variable display executing means prioritizes the variable display of the second identification information with respect to the variable display of the first identification information. (For example, the game control microcomputer 560 executes step S53 when the answer is N in step S52). When the predetermining means performs variable display of the second identification information, the variable of the first identification information is changed. Compared to the case where the display is performed, it is determined that the first specific gaming state is set at a higher rate (for example, when the game control microcomputer 560 executes step S73, the game control microcomputer 560 in FIGS. 14D and 14E). As shown, when the variable display of the second special symbol is executed, compared with the case of executing the variable display of the first special symbol, Ratio of the constant is high) it may be configured so. According to such a configuration, when performing variable display of the second identification information that is preferentially executed, the interest rate for the game is improved by increasing the ratio of the first specific gaming state having a high gaming value. Can do.

  The gaming machine changes when an initialization operation means (for example, a clear switch) that outputs an operation signal in response to an operation and an operation signal from the initialization operation means is input when power supply is started. Initialization processing execution means for executing initialization processing for initializing the storage contents of the data storage means (for example, a portion for executing steps S10 to S14 in the game control microcomputer 560), and whether a predetermined error has occurred Error determining means for determining whether or not (for example, a portion of steps S2121 to S2126 in the game control microcomputer 560), at least the initialization process is executed by the initialization process executing means, and error determination means That a predetermined signal output condition is met, including that it is determined that a predetermined error has occurred. A predetermined external output signal (for example, a security signal) is output to the outside of the gaming machine based on (for example, that the initialization process has been executed and that an abnormal winning to the second start winning opening 14 has been detected). External output means (for example, a part that executes steps S1069 to S1074, S1102, and S1103 and outputs a security signal after setting the security signal information timer in steps S14a and S2127 in the gaming control microcomputer 560), The external output means outputs a high-probability state signal when the initialization process is executed by the initialization process execution means and when the error determination means determines that a predetermined error has occurred. In addition to the output terminal, a common output terminal provided in the gaming machine (for example, on the terminal board 160) A predetermined external output signal is output from the connected connector CN8 (for example, the game control microcomputer 560 executes steps S14a, S2127, S1069 to S1074, S1102, and S1103 to thereby execute the connector CN8 of the terminal board 160. If the predetermined signal output condition is newly satisfied when a predetermined external output signal is output, the output time for outputting the predetermined external output signal is extended. (For example, when the game control microcomputer 560 executes steps S2121 to S2126 and detects an abnormal winning to the second start winning opening 14 regardless of whether or not the security signal is being output, Step S2127 is executed to set the value of the security signal information timer (Overwriting). According to such a configuration, the act of illegally executing the initialization process and entering a specific gaming state is prevented by outputting a predetermined external output signal based on the execution of the initialization process. can do. In addition, since a predetermined external output signal is output to the common output terminal when the initialization process is executed and when it is determined that a predetermined error has occurred, the signal line for external output is wasted. Can be reduced. Therefore, it is possible to reduce the waste of the signal line for external output while preventing the act of aiming at the specific gaming state by executing the initialization process illegally.

It is the front view which looked at the pachinko game machine from the front. It is the rear view which looked at the gaming machine from the back. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the cross-sectional structure in a start winning opening. It is a circuit diagram for demonstrating the system of the detection means which can detect a game ball. It is a block diagram which shows the circuit structural example of a game control board (main board). It is a block diagram showing an example of circuit configuration of an effect control board, a lamp driver board and an audio output board. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of bit allocation of the output port in a game control means. It is explanatory drawing which shows the bit allocation example of the input port in a game control means. It is a circuit diagram which shows the internal structure of a terminal board | substrate. It is a flowchart which shows the main process which the microcomputer for game control performs. It is a flowchart which shows a 4 ms timer interruption process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the variation pattern of the production | presentation symbol prepared beforehand. It is explanatory drawing which shows each random number. It is explanatory drawing which shows a big hit determination table, a small hit determination table, and a big hit type determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the variation pattern classification determination table for big hits. It is explanatory drawing which shows the variation pattern classification determination table for deviation. It is explanatory drawing which shows a hit fluctuation pattern determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows a deviation variation pattern determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of an effect control command. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of an effect control command. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the program of a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows a starting port switch passage process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a pending | holding buffer. It is a flowchart which shows a special symbol normal process. It is a flowchart which shows a special symbol normal process. It is a flowchart which shows a fluctuation pattern setting process. It is a flowchart which shows a display result designation | designated command transmission process. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol change process. It is a flowchart which shows a special symbol stop process. It is a flowchart which shows the big winning opening opening pre-processing. It is a flowchart which shows a big winning opening open process. It is a flowchart which shows a big hit end process. It is a flowchart which shows a big hit end process. It is a flowchart which shows a small hit release pre-processing. It is a flowchart which shows a process during small hit release. It is a flowchart which shows a small hit end process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the program of a special symbol display control process. It is explanatory drawing which shows each 2 byte buffer formed in RAM used by switch processing. It is a flowchart which shows the process example of a switch process. It is a flowchart which shows a switch normal / abnormality check process. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating a switch normal / abnormality check process. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating a switch normal / abnormality check process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the case where a game ball raise | generates the ball clogged state in the start winning opening. It is a block diagram which shows the various signals output to a terminal board. It is a flowchart which shows an information output process. It is a flowchart which shows an information output process. It is a flowchart which shows an information output process. It is a flowchart which shows an information output process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the output timing of a highly accurate middle signal. It is explanatory drawing which shows the output timing of a security signal. It is a flowchart which shows the presentation control main process which CPU for presentation control performs. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a command reception buffer. It is a flowchart which shows a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows production control process processing. It is a flowchart which shows a fluctuation pattern command reception waiting process. It is a flowchart which shows an effect design fluctuation start process. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the stop symbol of an effect symbol. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a process table. It is a flowchart which shows the process during effect design change. It is a flowchart which shows an effect design fluctuation stop process. It is a flowchart which shows a big hit display process. It is a flowchart which shows a big hit end effect process.

  Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. First, the overall configuration of a pachinko gaming machine 1 that is an example of a gaming machine will be described. FIG. 1 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine 1 as seen from the front.

  The pachinko gaming machine 1 includes an outer frame (not shown) formed in a vertically long rectangular shape, and a game frame attached to the inside of the outer frame so as to be opened and closed. Further, the pachinko gaming machine 1 has a glass door frame 2 formed in a frame shape that is provided in the game frame so as to be opened and closed. The game frame includes a front frame (not shown) that can be opened and closed with respect to the outer frame, a mechanism plate (not shown) to which mechanism parts and the like are attached, and various parts (games to be described later) attached to them. A structure including the board 6).

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

  The member that forms the extra ball tray (lower tray) 4 is configured in a stick shape (bar shape), for example, at a predetermined position on the front side of the upper surface of the lower tray main body (for example, the central portion of the lower tray). Is attached to the stick controller 122 that can be tilted in a plurality of directions (front and rear, left and right). It should be noted that the stick controller 122 has a predetermined operation, for example, by performing a push-pull operation with a predetermined operation finger (for example, an index finger) while the player holds the operation rod of the stick controller 122 with an operation hand (for example, the left hand). A trigger button 121 (see FIG. 6) that can perform an instruction operation is provided, and a trigger sensor 125 (see FIG. 6) that detects a predetermined instruction operation such as a push-pull operation on the trigger button 121 is provided inside an operation rod of the stick controller 122. 6). In addition, a tilt direction sensor unit 123 (see FIG. 6) that detects a tilting operation with respect to the operating rod is provided in the lower plate main body and the like below the stick controller 122. Further, the stick controller 122 incorporates a vibrator motor 126 (see FIG. 6) for causing the stick controller 122 to vibrate.

  The member that forms the hitting ball supply tray (upper plate) 3 is subjected to a predetermined instruction operation, for example, by a player pressing a predetermined position on the upper surface of the upper plate body (for example, above the stick controller 122). A possible push button 120 is provided. The push button 120 only needs to be configured to be able to detect a predetermined instruction operation such as a pressing operation from a player mechanically, electrically, or electromagnetically. A push sensor 124 (see FIG. 6) for detecting an operation action of the player performed on the push button 120 may be provided inside the main body of the upper plate at the position where the push button 120 is installed. In the configuration example shown in FIG. 1, the mounting positions of the push button 120 and the stick controller 122 are in a vertical positional relationship in the central portion of the upper plate and the lower plate. On the other hand, it is good also considering the attachment position of the push button 120 and the stick controller 122 as the position approached to either right or left in the upper plate and the lower plate, maintaining the vertical relationship. Alternatively, the mounting position of the push button 120 and the stick controller 122 is not in the vertical relationship, but may be in the horizontal relationship, for example.

  An effect display device 9 composed of a liquid crystal display device (LCD) is provided near the center of the game area 7. The display screen of the effect display device 9 includes an effect symbol display area for performing variable display of the effect symbol in synchronization with the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol. Therefore, the effect display device 9 corresponds to a variable display device that performs variable display of effect symbols. The effect symbol display area includes a symbol display area for variably displaying, for example, three decorative (effect) effect symbols of “left”, “middle”, and “right”. The symbol display area includes “left”, “middle”, and “right” symbol display areas, but the position of the symbol display area does not have to be fixed on the display screen of the effect display device 9. Three areas of the display area may be separated. The effect display device 9 is controlled by an effect control microcomputer mounted on the effect control board. When the first special symbol display 8a is executing variable display of the first special symbol, the effect control microcomputer causes the effect display device 9 to execute the effect display along with the variable display, and the second special symbol display 8a executes the second special display. When the variable display of the second special symbol is executed on the symbol display 8b, the effect display is executed by the effect display device 9 along with the variable display, so that the progress of the game can be easily grasped. .

  Further, in the effect display device 9, symbols other than the symbol that will be the final stop symbol (for example, the middle symbol of the left and right middle symbols) have continued for a predetermined time, and the jackpot symbol (for example, the left middle right symbol is aligned with the same symbol) Stops, swings, scales, or deforms in a state that matches the symbol combination), or multiple symbols fluctuate synchronously in the same symbol, or the position of the display symbol is switched Thus, an effect performed in a state where the possibility of occurrence of a big hit (hereinafter, these states are referred to as reach states) before the final result is displayed is referred to as reach effect. Further, the reach state and its state are referred to as a reach mode. Furthermore, variable display including reach production is called reach variable display. And when the display result of the symbol variably displayed on the effect display device 9 is not a big hit symbol, it becomes “out” and the variation display state ends. A player plays a game while enjoying how to generate a big hit.

  Note that, in this embodiment, a case is shown in which the effect symbol display is performed as a liquid crystal display effect in the effect display device 9, but the effect performed in the effect display device 9 is the one shown in this embodiment. For example, an effect having a predetermined story characteristic may be executed, and an effect may be executed in which the result of the story is displayed based on the determination result of the jackpot determination or the variation pattern. For example, perform a battle effect where professional wrestling or soccer matches and enemy characters fight, perform an effect to win the game or battle if it is a big hit, and perform an effect to defeat the game or battle if it is off Also good. Further, for example, instead of displaying the result such as winning or losing, an effect may be executed in which a predetermined story such as a story is developed in order.

  In the upper right part of the display screen of the effect display device 9, there are provided fourth symbol display areas 9c and 9d for displaying a fourth symbol after the effect symbol, a special symbol described later, and a normal symbol. In this embodiment, a fourth symbol display area 9c for the first special symbol in which the variation display of the fourth symbol for the first special symbol is performed in synchronization with the variation display of the first special symbol described later, There is provided a fourth symbol display area 9d for the second special symbol in which the variation display of the fourth symbol for the second special symbol is performed in synchronization with the variation display of the special symbol.

  In this embodiment, the variation display of the effect symbol is executed in synchronization with the variation display of the special symbol (however, to be precise, the variation display of the effect symbol is varied on the effect control microcomputer 100 side). This is done by measuring the variation time recognized based on the pattern command.) When performing an effect using the effect display device 9, for example, the effect content including the change display of the effect symbol disappears from the screen for a moment. There are a variety of effects such as effects being performed and effects in which movable objects shield all or part of the screen. For this reason, even if the display screen on the effect display device 9 is viewed, it may be difficult to recognize whether or not the current variation display is in progress. Therefore, in this embodiment, whether or not the state of the present variation is being displayed by confirming the state of the fourth symbol by further displaying the variation of the fourth symbol on a part of the display screen of the effect display device 9. It is possible to reliably recognize whether or not. Note that the 4th symbol is always variably displayed with a constant operation and does not disappear from the screen or is not shielded by a shielding object, so that it can always be visually recognized.

  The 4th symbol for the first special symbol and the 4th symbol for the 2nd special symbol may be collectively referred to as the 4th symbol, and the 4th symbol display area 9c for the 1st special symbol and the 2nd special symbol The 4th symbol display area 9d for symbols may be collectively referred to as a 4th symbol display area.

  The variation (variable display) of the fourth symbol is realized by continuing the state where the fourth symbol display areas 9c and 9d are repeatedly turned on and off at a predetermined time interval in a predetermined display color (for example, blue). . The variable display of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display unit 8a is synchronized with the variable display of the fourth symbol for the first special symbol in the fourth symbol display area 9c for the first special symbol. The variable display of the second special symbol on the second special symbol display 8b is synchronized with the variable display of the fourth symbol for the second special symbol in the fourth symbol display area 9d for the second special symbol. Synchronous means that the variable display start time and end time are the same, and the variable display period is the same.

  When the big hit symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a, the display color reminiscent of the big hit in the fourth symbol display area 9c for the first special symbol (a display color different from the loss. Sometimes it is displayed in blue, but it is displayed in red when it is a big hit, and the display color may be different depending on the type of big hit (whether it is a probable big hit or a normal big hit). The display color may be different depending on whether or not it is a big hit that can be expected to win a game ball to the big winning opening (for example, a big hit other than a sudden probability change big hit). If it is controllable, the display color may be changed according to the number of rounds continued in the jackpot game, and the number of rounds per jackpot is the same as in this embodiment. Even if there is, for example, the big winning opening per round is short (for example, 0.1 seconds), and the big winnings per round that the gaming ball can not be expected to actually enter the big winning opening. If the opening time of the mouth is long (for example, 29 seconds) and there is a big hit that can be expected to win a game ball to the grand prize opening, the game ball can be expected to actually win the big prize opening. Depending on whether or not the display color may be different, for example, if the number of times of opening of the big winning opening per round is different, it is possible to substantially expect the winning of the game ball to the big winning opening. Even if there is a big hit that cannot be expected, the display color may be varied depending on whether or not the game ball can be expected to be substantially won in the big winning opening.

  Further, when the big hit symbol is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display 8b, the display color reminiscent of the big hit in the fourth symbol display area 9d for the second special symbol (display color different from the loss. Sometimes it is displayed in blue, but it is displayed in red when it is a big hit, and the display color may be different depending on the type of big hit (whether it is a probable big hit or a normal big hit). The display color may be different depending on whether or not it is a big hit that can be expected to win a game ball to the big winning opening (for example, a big hit other than a sudden probability change big hit). If it is controllable, the display color may be changed according to the number of rounds continued in the jackpot game, and the number of rounds per jackpot is the same as in this embodiment. Even if there is, for example, the big winning opening per round is short (for example, 0.1 seconds), and the big winnings per round that the gaming ball can not be expected to actually enter the big winning opening. If the opening time of the mouth is long (for example, 29 seconds) and there is a big hit that can be expected to win a game ball to the grand prize opening, the game ball can be expected to actually win the big prize opening. Depending on whether or not the display color may be different, for example, if the number of times of opening of the big winning opening per round is different, it is possible to substantially expect the winning of the game ball to the big winning opening. Even if there is a big hit that cannot be expected, the display color may be varied depending on whether or not the game ball can be expected to be substantially won in the big winning opening.

  The display colors when the fourth symbol display areas 9c and 9d are turned off are different from the background image (for example, black) in order to prevent the display colors from being assimilated with the background image when the lights are turned off. It is desirable to be.

  In this embodiment, the case where the 4th symbol display area is provided on a part of the display screen of the effect display device 9 is shown, but a light emitter such as a lamp or LED is used separately from the effect display device 9. Thus, the fourth symbol display area may be realized. In this case, for example, the variation (variable display) of the fourth symbol may be realized by continuing the state in which the two LEDs are alternately lit, and any of the two LEDs is stopped. Whether or not the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed may be indicated depending on whether or not it is displayed.

  Further, in this embodiment, a case is shown in which separate fourth symbol display areas 9c and 9d are provided corresponding to the first special symbol and the second special symbol, respectively, but the first special symbol and the second special symbol are provided. A fourth symbol display area common to the symbols may be provided in a part of the display screen of the effect display device 9. Moreover, you may make it implement | achieve the 4th symbol display area common with respect to a 1st special symbol and a 2nd special symbol using light-emitting bodies, such as a lamp | ramp and LED. In this case, when executing the variation display of the fourth symbol in synchronization with the variation display of the first special symbol, and when executing the variation display of the fourth symbol in synchronization with the variation display of the second special symbol, For example, the display of different display colors at certain time intervals may be performed by distinguishing and executing the variation display of the fourth symbol by performing display that repeatedly turns on and off. In addition, when the variation display of the fourth symbol is executed in synchronization with the variation display of the first special symbol, and when the variation display of the fourth symbol is performed in synchronization with the variation display of the second special symbol, for example, The display of the fourth symbol may be distinguished and executed by performing a display that repeatedly turns on and off at different time intervals. In addition, for example, when the stop symbol is derived and displayed corresponding to the variation display of the first special symbol, and when the stop symbol is derived and displayed corresponding to the variation display of the second special symbol, the same big hit symbol is obtained. However, you may make it stop-display the stop symbol of a different aspect.

  On the right side of the effect display device 9, a first special symbol display (first variable display unit) 8a for variably displaying the first special symbol as identification information is provided. In this embodiment, the first special symbol display 8a is realized by a simple and small display (for example, 7 segment LED) capable of variably displaying numbers 0 to 9. In other words, the first special symbol display 8a is configured to variably display numbers (or symbols) from 0 to 9. Further, on the right side of the effect display device 9 (next to the right of the first special symbol display 8a), a second special symbol display (second variable display unit) 8b for variably displaying the second special symbol as identification information. Is also provided. The second special symbol display 8b is realized by a simple and small display (for example, 7 segment LED) capable of variably displaying numbers 0 to 9. That is, the second special symbol display 8b is configured to variably display numbers (or symbols) from 0 to 9.

  The small display is formed in a square shape, for example. In this embodiment, the type of the first special symbol and the type of the second special symbol are the same (for example, both 0 to 9), but the types may be different. Further, the first special symbol display 8a and the second special symbol display 8b may be configured to variably display numbers (or two-digit symbols) of, for example, 00 to 99, for example.

  Hereinafter, the first special symbol and the second special symbol may be collectively referred to as a special symbol, and the first special symbol indicator 8a and the second special symbol indicator 8b are collectively referred to as a special symbol indicator (variable display unit). There are things to do.

  Although this embodiment shows a case where two special symbol indicators 8a and 8b are provided, the gaming machine may be provided with only one special symbol indicator.

  For the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol, the first start condition or the second start condition, which is the variable display execution condition, is satisfied (for example, the game ball has the first start winning opening 13 or the second start winning opening) 14 after passing (including winning)), the variable display start condition (for example, when the number of reserved memories is not 0 and the variable display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol is not executed) The state is started and the big hit game is not executed), and when the variable display time (fluctuation time) elapses, the display result (stop symbol) is derived and displayed. Note that the passing of a game ball means that the game ball has passed through a predetermined area such as a prize opening or a gate, and that includes a game ball entering (winning) a prize opening. It is. Deriving and displaying the display result is to finally stop and display a symbol (an example of identification information).

  A winning device having a first start winning port 13 is provided below the effect display device 9. The game ball won in the first start winning opening 13 is guided to the back of the game board 6 and detected by the first start opening switch 13a.

  A variable winning ball device 15 having a second starting winning port 14 through which a game ball can be won is provided below a winning device having a first starting winning port (first starting port) 13. The game ball that has won the second start winning opening (second start opening) 14 is guided to the back of the game board 6 and detected by the second start opening switch 14a. The variable winning ball device 15 is opened by a solenoid 16. When the variable winning ball device 15 is in the open state, the game ball can be awarded to the second starting winning port 14 (it is easier to start winning), which is advantageous for the player. In the state where the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is in the open state, it is easier for the game ball to win the second start winning opening 14 than the first starting winning opening 13. In addition, in a state where the variable winning ball device 15 is in the closed state, the game ball does not win the second start winning opening 14. Therefore, in a state where the variable winning ball device 15 is in the closed state, it is easier for the game ball to win the first starting winning port 13 than the second starting winning port 14. In the state where the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is in the closed state, it may be configured that the winning is possible (that is, it is difficult for the gaming ball to win) although it is difficult to win a prize.

  Hereinafter, the first start winning opening 13 and the second start winning opening 14 may be collectively referred to as a start winning opening or a starting opening.

  When the variable winning ball device 15 is controlled to be in the open state, the game ball heading for the variable winning ball device 15 is very likely to win the second start winning port 14. The first start winning opening 13 is provided directly under the effect display device 9, but the interval between the lower end of the effect display device 9 and the first start winning opening 13 is further reduced, or the first start winning opening is set. The nail arrangement around the first start winning opening 13 is made difficult to guide the game balls to the first starting winning opening 13 so that the winning rate of the second starting winning opening 14 is increased. It is also possible to make the direction higher than the winning rate of the first start winning opening 13.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 1, the variable winning ball apparatus 15 that opens and closes only the second start winning opening 14 is provided. Any of the start winning ports 14 may be provided with a variable winning ball device that performs an opening / closing operation.

  Above the second special symbol display 8b, there is a second special symbol hold memory display 18b comprising four displays for displaying the number of effective winning balls that have entered the second start winning opening 14, that is, the second reserved memory number. Is provided. The second special symbol storage memory display 18b increases the number of indicators to be lit by 1 every time there is an effective start winning. Then, each time the variable display on the second special symbol display 8b is started, the number of indicators to be turned on is reduced by one.

  Further, above the second special symbol hold memory display 18b, the number of effective winning balls that have entered the first start winning opening 13, that is, the first hold memory number (the hold memory is also referred to as start memory or start prize memory). ) Is displayed, a first special symbol reservation storage display 18a is provided. The first special symbol storage memory indicator 18a increases the number of indicators to be lit by 1 each time there is an effective start winning. Then, each time the variable display on the first special symbol display 8a is started, the number of indicators to be turned on is reduced by one.

  Also, at the lower part of the display screen of the effect display device 9, there are provided a first reserved memory display unit 18c for displaying the first reserved memory number and a second reserved memory display unit 18d for displaying the second reserved memory number. ing. In addition, you may make it provide the area | region (sum total pending | holding memory display part) which displays the total number (sum total pending memory count) which is the sum total of the 1st pending memory count and the 2nd pending memory count. As described above, if the summation pending storage display section for displaying the total number is provided, it is possible to easily grasp the total number of execution conditions that are not satisfied with the variable display start condition.

  The effect display device 9 is for decoration (for effects) during the variable display time of the first special symbol by the first special symbol display 8a and during the variable display time of the second special symbol by the second special symbol display 8b. A variable display of the effect symbol as the symbol is performed. The variable display of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display 8a and the variable display of the effect symbol on the effect display device 9 are synchronized. Further, the variable display of the second special symbol on the second special symbol display 8b and the variable display of the effect symbol on the effect display device 9 are synchronized. Further, when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a and when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display 8b, the effect display device 9 reminds the jackpot The combination of is stopped and displayed.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 1, a special variable winning ball device 20 is provided below the variable winning ball device 15. The special variable winning ball apparatus 20 includes an opening / closing plate, and when the specific display result (big hit symbol) is derived and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a, and the specific display result (big hit symbol) on the second special symbol display 8b. When the open / close plate is controlled to be open by the solenoid 21 in the specific game state (big hit game state) that occurs when the symbol is derived and displayed, the big winning opening serving as the winning area is opened. The game ball that has won the big winning opening is detected by the count switch 23.

  On the left side of the effect display device 9, a normal symbol display 10 for variably displaying normal symbols is provided. In this embodiment, the normal symbol display 10 is realized by a simple and small display (for example, 7 segment LED) capable of variably displaying numbers 0 to 9. That is, the normal symbol display 10 is configured to variably display numbers (or symbols) from 0 to 9. Moreover, the small display is formed in, for example, a square shape. Note that the normal symbol display 10 may be configured to variably display a number (or a two-digit symbol) of, for example, 00 to 99. In addition, the normal symbol display 10 is not limited to a 7-segment LED or the like, for example, a display capable of lighting a predetermined symbol display (for example, a decoration lamp capable of alternately lighting and displaying “O” and “X”). It may be comprised.

  When the game ball passes through the gate 32 and is detected by the gate switch 32a, variable display of the normal symbol display 10 is started. When the stop symbol in the normal symbol display 10 is a predetermined symbol (a winning symbol, for example, a symbol “7”), the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is opened for a predetermined number of times. In other words, the state of the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is a state that is advantageous from a disadvantageous state for the player when the normal symbol is a stop symbol (a state in which a game ball can be awarded at the second start winning port 14). To change. In the vicinity of the normal symbol display 10, a normal symbol holding storage display 41 having a display unit with four LEDs for displaying the number of winning balls that have passed through the gate 32 is provided. Each time there is a game ball passing through the gate 32, that is, every time a game ball is detected by the gate switch 32a, the normal symbol storage memory display 41 increases the number of LEDs to be turned on by one. Each time variable display on the normal symbol display 10 is started, the number of LEDs to be lit is reduced by one. In addition, a probability variation state in which the probability of being determined to be a big hit compared to the normal state is high (a state in which the probability of being determined to be a big hit as a result of fluctuation display of special symbols is increased compared to the normal state). Then, the probability that the stop symbol in the normal symbol display 10 becomes a winning symbol is increased, and the opening time and the number of times of opening of the variable winning ball device 15 are increased. In addition, although it is not a probability variation state, the symbol variation time is shortened (the game state in which the special symbol variable display time is shortened. In this embodiment, as will be described later, However, the opening time and the number of opening times of the variable winning ball apparatus 15 are increased.

  At the lower part of the game board 6, there is an out-port 26 through which a hit ball that has not won is taken. In addition, four speakers 27 that utter sound effects and sounds as predetermined sound outputs are provided on the upper left and right and lower left and right outside the game area 7. On the outer periphery of the game area 7, a frame LED 28 provided on the front frame is provided.

  In the gaming machine, a ball striking device (not shown) that drives a driving motor in response to a player operating the batting operation handle 5 and uses the rotational force of the driving motor to launch a gaming ball to the gaming area 7. ) Is provided. A game ball launched from the ball striking device enters the game area 7 through a ball striking rail formed in a circular shape so as to surround the game area 7, and then descends the game area 7. When the game ball enters the first start winning opening 13 and is detected by the first start opening switch 13a, if the variable display of the first special symbol can be started (for example, the variable display of the special symbol ends, 1), the variable display (variation) of the first special symbol is started on the first special symbol display 8a, and the variable display of the effect symbol is started on the effect display device 9. That is, the variable display of the first special symbol and the effect symbol corresponds to winning in the first start winning opening 13. If the variable display of the first special symbol cannot be started, the first reserved memory number is increased by 1 on the condition that the first reserved memory number has not reached the upper limit value.

  When the game ball enters the second start winning opening 14 and is detected by the second start opening switch 14a, if the variable display of the second special symbol can be started (for example, the special symbol variable display ends, 2), the second special symbol display 8b starts variable display (variation) of the second special symbol, and the effect display device 9 starts variable display of the effect symbol. That is, the variable display of the second special symbol and the effect symbol corresponds to winning in the second start winning opening 14. If the variable display of the second special symbol cannot be started, the second reserved memory number is increased by 1 on condition that the second reserved memory number has not reached the upper limit value.

  In this embodiment, when the probability variation is a big hit, the game state is shifted to a high probability state, and the game ball is easily started and won (that is, in the special symbol indicators 8a and 8b and the effect display device 9). Transition to a high base state, which is a gaming state controlled so that a variable display execution condition is easily established (in this embodiment, as will be described later, when suddenly probable big hit, In some cases, the transition is only to the high probability state and not to the high base state). In addition, when the gaming state is shifted to the short time state, the state is shifted to the high base state. In the high base state, for example, the frequency at which the variable winning ball device 15 is in the open state is increased or the time in which the variable winning ball device 15 is in the open state is extended compared to the case in which the high base state is not in the high base state. It becomes easier to win a start.

  Instead of extending the time during which the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is in the open state (also referred to as the open extended state), the normal symbol display unit 10 shifts to a normal symbol probability changing state in which the probability that the stop symbol in the normal symbol display unit 10 will be a hit symbol is increased. Depending on the situation, the high base state may be entered. When the stop symbol in the normal symbol display 10 becomes a predetermined symbol (winning symbol), the variable winning ball device 15 is opened for a predetermined number of times. In this case, by performing the transition control to the normal symbol probability changing state, the probability that the stop symbol in the normal symbol display 10 becomes a winning symbol is increased, and the frequency at which the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is opened is increased. Therefore, if the normal symbol probability changing state is entered, the opening time and the number of opening times of the variable winning ball device 15 are increased, and a state where it is easy to start a winning (high base state) is achieved. That is, the opening time and the number of times of opening of the variable winning ball device 15 can be increased when the stop symbol of the normal symbol is a winning symbol or the stop symbol of the special symbol is a probabilistic symbol. It changes to an advantageous state (a state where it is easy to win a start). It should be noted that increasing the number of times of opening is a concept including changing from a closed state to an open state.

  Moreover, you may transfer to a high base state by shifting to the normal symbol time short state where the fluctuation time (variable display period) of the normal symbol in the normal symbol display 10 is shortened. In the normal symbol short-time state, the variation time of the normal symbol is shortened, so that the frequency of starting the variation of the normal symbol increases, and as a result, the frequency of hitting the normal symbol increases. Therefore, when the frequency that the normal symbol is hit increases, the frequency that the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is opened is increased, and the start winning state is easily set (high base state).

  In addition, the change time of special symbols and production symbols will be shortened by shifting to the short time state when the variation time (variable display period) of special symbols and production symbols is shortened. The frequency of being played (in other words, the digestion of the reserved memory becomes faster), and the situation where an invalid start prize is generated can be reduced. Therefore, an effective start winning is likely to occur, and as a result, the possibility of a big hit game being increased. In this embodiment, as described later, there are two types of time-short states: a first time-short state and a second time-short state in which the variation time is shorter than that of the first time-short state. The first short time state and the second short time state will be described later.

  Furthermore, by making transitions to all the states shown above (open extended state, normal symbol probability change state, normal symbol short time state, and special symbol short time state), it will be easier to win a start (shift to a high base state). May be. In addition, it is easier to win a start (high base) by shifting to any one of the above states (open extended state, normal symbol probability changing state, normal symbol short time state, and special symbol short time state). Transition to a state). In addition, it is easier to win a start by shifting to any one of the above states (open extended state, normal symbol probability changing state, normal symbol short time state, and special symbol short time state). You may make it move to a base state.

  Next, the structure of the back surface of the pachinko gaming machine 1 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 2 is a rear view of the gaming machine as seen from the back side. As shown in FIG. 2, on the back side of the pachinko gaming machine 1, there are a variable display control unit including an effect control board 80 on which an effect control microcomputer 100 for controlling the effect display device 9 is mounted, a game control microcomputer, and the like. Various boards such as a mounted game control board (main board) 31, an audio output board 70, a lamp driver board 35, and a payout control board 37 mounted with a payout control microcomputer for performing ball payout control are installed. Yes. The game control board 31 is stored in the board storage case 200.

  Further, on the back side of the pachinko gaming machine 1, a power supply substrate 910 and a touch sensor substrate 91 on which power supply circuits for generating various power supply voltages such as DC30V, DC21V, DC12V, and DC5V are mounted. The power supply board 910 is supplied with the game control board 31 and each electrical component control board (the effect control board 80 and the payout control board 37) in the pachinko gaming machine 1 and each electrical component (power is supplied) provided in the pachinko gaming machine 1. A power switch as a power supply permission means for executing or shutting off the power supply to the component), and a clear switch for clearing the RAM 55 of the game control microcomputer 560 of the game control board 31 are provided. ing. Further, a replaceable fuse is provided inside the power switch (inside the substrate). In this embodiment, the case where the clear switch is provided on the power supply substrate 910 has been described. However, the installation location of the clear switch is not limited to that shown in this embodiment. For example, it may be provided on a board other than the power supply board 910 such as the game control board 31 and the payout control board 37.

  Each control board is equipped with control means including a control microcomputer. The control means is an electrical component (game device: ball payout device 97, effect display device 9, light emission from a lamp, LED, etc.) provided in the gaming machine according to a command signal (control signal) as a command from the game control means or the like. Body, speaker 27, etc.). Hereinafter, the main board 31 may be included in the control board for explanation. In that case, the control means mounted on the control board refers to each of the game control means and the means for controlling the electrical components provided in the gaming machine in accordance with a command signal from the game control means or the like. A substrate on which a microcomputer other than the main substrate 31 is mounted may be referred to as a sub-substrate. The ball payout device 97 is a device for paying out a game ball guided by a passage for guiding the game ball and a sprocket driven by a stepping motor or the like to an upper plate or a lower plate. A payout number counting switch for counting prize balls and rental balls is also configured as part of the unit.

  On the back side of the pachinko gaming machine 1, a terminal board 160 having terminals for outputting various information to the outside of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is installed above. The terminal board 160 has, for example, an information output signal such as jackpot information indicating the occurrence of a jackpot gaming state (a start port signal shown in FIG. 44, a symbol determination number of times 1 signal, a symbol determination number of times 2 signal, a jackpot 1 signal, a jackpot 2 signal) , A jackpot 3 signal, a time-short signal, a security signal, a high probability signal, a prize ball signal 1, a gaming machine error status signal) are provided for external output.

  In this embodiment, the terminal board 160 is provided above the back of the game frame. However, the arrangement of the terminal board 160 is not limited to that shown in this embodiment. For example, the terminal board 160 may be disposed on the game board side by providing a back cover on the back side of the variable display control unit including the effect control board 80 and attaching the terminal board 160 on the back cover. Good.

  The game ball stored in the storage tank 38 passes through a guide rail (not shown), and reaches a ball payout device 97 covered with a payout case 40A through a curve rod. Above the ball payout device 97, a ball break switch 187 is provided as a game medium break detection means. When the ball break switch 187 detects a ball break, the payout operation of the ball payout device 97 stops. The ball break switch 187 is a switch that detects the presence or absence of a game ball in the game ball passage. (Proximate part). When the ball break detection switch 167 detects a shortage of game balls, the game balls are replenished to the pachinko gaming machine 1 from the replenishment mechanism provided on the gaming machine installation island.

  When a large number of game balls as prizes based on winning a prize or a game ball based on a ball lending request are paid out and the hitting ball supply tray 3 is full, the game balls are guided to the surplus ball receiving tray 4 through the surplus ball guiding path. Further, when the game ball is paid out, a sensing lever (not shown) presses the full tank switch as the storage state detection means, and the full tank switch as the storage state detection means is turned on. In this state, the rotation of the payout motor in the ball payout device is stopped, the operation of the ball payout device is stopped, and the driving of the ball hitting device is also stopped.

  FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram illustrating a specific example of a cross-sectional structure in the second start winning opening 14. As shown in FIG. 3, the second start winning opening 14 is provided with two switches (a second start opening switch 14a and a winning confirmation switch 14b) capable of detecting a game ball won in the start winning opening. . In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 3, a second start opening switch 14a and a winning confirmation switch 14b are arranged vertically in the second start winning opening 14 (in this example, the second start opening). The switch 14a is disposed on the upper side, and the winning confirmation switch 14b is disposed on the lower side). Therefore, in this embodiment, the game ball won in the second start winning opening 14 is guided to the back of the game board 6, first detected by the second start opening switch 14a, and then detected by the winning confirmation switch 14b. The

  Further, as the second start port switch 14a and the winning confirmation switch 14b, switches of different detection methods are used. In this embodiment, a case where a proximity switch is used as the second start port switch 14a and a photosensor is used as the winning confirmation switch 14b is shown.

  In this embodiment, as will be described later, on the basis of the fact that a game ball is detected by the second start port switch 14a, a special symbol variation display is started and a prize ball payout is executed. Further, as will be described later, the presence or absence of occurrence of an abnormal winning is determined based on the detection result of the winning confirmation switch 14b in addition to the detection result of the second start opening switch 14a, and the occurrence of the abnormal winning is detected. A security signal is output externally. Therefore, in this embodiment, the winning confirmation switch 14b is used only for determining an abnormal winning.

  The detection method of the second start port switch 14a and the winning confirmation switch 14b is not limited to that shown in this embodiment. For example, the detection method may be different between the second starting port switch 14a and the winning confirmation switch 14b. For example, a photo sensor may be used as the second start port switch 14a, and a proximity switch may be used as the winning confirmation switch 14b. In this case, the special symbol change display and the winning ball payout process are executed based on the detection result of the second start port switch 14a which is a photosensor, and the detection result of the winning confirmation switch 14b which is a proximity switch is the second start winning prize. It is used only for the determination of the abnormal winning of the mouth 14. Further, for example, a mechanical switch (such as a micro switch) may be used as the second start port switch 14a or the winning confirmation switch 14b instead of the proximity switch or the optical photosensor that is an electromagnetic switch.

  FIG. 4 is a circuit diagram for explaining a method of detection means capable of detecting a game ball. FIG. 4A shows the second start port switch 14a (proximity switch). The + 12V power supply voltage is supplied from the power supply board 910 to one terminal of the second start port switch 14a. A detection signal that is the voltage level of the other terminal of the second start port switch 14 a is input to the main board 31. In the main board 31, the detection signal is input from the input driver circuit to the input port of the game control microcomputer. A resistor R and a capacitor C, one end of which is grounded, are connected to the output side of the second start port switch 14a.

  When a metal game ball passes through a hole provided in the second start port switch 14a that is a proximity switch, a counter electromotive force is generated in the coil L, and the equivalent resistance value of the coil L becomes extremely large. Therefore, the output of the second start port switch 14a becomes a low level close to 0V. That is, the detection signal is at a low level. When the metal game ball does not pass through the hole provided in the second start port switch 14a, the output of the second start port switch 14a is divided by + 12V by the resistance value of the coil L and the resistance R. Exceeding a threshold level that is considered high. That is, the detection signal is at a high level. Therefore, in this embodiment, the game control microcomputer can determine that the second start port switch 14a is in the OFF state if the output from the second start port switch 14a is at a high level. If the output from the start port switch 14a is at a low level, it can be determined that the second start port switch 14a is in an ON state (that is, the output of the second start port switch 14a has a negative logic). The detection signal level may be logically inverted by the input driver circuit and then input to the game control microcomputer 560.

  FIG. 4B shows a winning confirmation switch 14b (photo sensor). The photosensor illustrated in FIG. 4B includes a light-emitting diode (LED) 341 that emits light and a phototransistor 342 that receives light and outputs current. When the game ball passes in the vicinity of the light-emitting diode 341 and the phototransistor 342, the phototransistor 342 receives light from the light-emitting diode 341 reflected by the game ball and causes a current to flow to the output side. In this case, since a current flows from the collector terminal of the phototransistor 342 toward the emitter terminal, the detection signal of the photosensor is negative logic as in the proximity switch. The output side of the photosensor is connected to the main board 31, and the detection signal of the photosensor is input from the input driver circuit to the input port of the game control microcomputer. When a current flows to the output side of the photosensor (specifically, the output side of the phototransistor 342), the input driver circuit outputs a high level detection signal to the game control microcomputer. As with the proximity switch, the level of the detection signal may be logically inverted by an input driver circuit and then input to the game control microcomputer 560.

  The game control microcomputer can determine that the game ball has passed through the photosensor when the detection signal from the input driver circuit is at a low level.

  In this embodiment, a reflective photosensor is used as a photosensor. As shown in the upper part of FIG. 4C, a light emitting element (LED 341) and a light receiving element (phototransistor 342) are used as winning balls. The game balls that have been installed so as to face each other and the game ball blocks light from the light emitting element and the light receiving element does not detect the light, thereby detecting the game ball that has passed between the light emitting element and the light receiving element. A transmissive photosensor may be used. When a transmissive photosensor is used, as shown in the lower part of FIG. 4C, the optical axis of the light emitting element (illustrated by a black circle in FIG. 4C) is a game ball path (winning ball). It is preferable to install the light emitting element and the light receiving element so as to deviate from the center of the game ball passing through the route. Compared to the case where the optical axis corresponds to the central portion of the game ball, a portion where the interval between two game balls passing through is relatively wide (the portion of “void” in FIG. 4C) This is because the game ball can be detected at, and the two game balls can be easily detected separately. For the same reason, when using the reflective photosensor illustrated in FIG. 4B, the light emitting element and the light receiving element are installed so that the reflection point of the light from the light emitting element is shifted from the center of the game ball. It is preferable to do.

  FIG. 5 is a block diagram showing an example of the circuit configuration of the main board (game control board) 31. FIG. 5 also shows the payout control board 37, the effect control board 80, and the like. A game control microcomputer (corresponding to game control means) 560 for controlling the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to a program is mounted on the main board 31. The game control microcomputer 560 includes a ROM 54 for storing a game control (game progress control) program and the like, a RAM 55 as storage means used as a work memory, a CPU 56 for performing control operations in accordance with the program, and an I / O port unit 57. including. In this embodiment, the ROM 54 and the RAM 55 are built in the game control microcomputer 560. That is, the game control microcomputer 560 is a one-chip microcomputer. The one-chip microcomputer only needs to incorporate at least the CPU 56 and the RAM 55, and the ROM 54 may be external or built-in. The I / O port unit 57 may be externally attached. The game control microcomputer 560 further includes a random number circuit 503 that generates hardware random numbers (random numbers generated by the hardware circuit).

  The RAM 55 is a backup RAM as a non-volatile storage means, part or all of which is backed up by a backup power source created on the power supply substrate 910. That is, even if the power supply to the gaming machine is stopped, a part or all of the contents of the RAM 55 is stored for a predetermined period (until the capacitor as the backup power supply is discharged and the backup power supply cannot be supplied). In particular, at least data (special symbol process flag, probability variation flag, etc.) corresponding to the game state, that is, the control state of the game control means, and data indicating the number of unpaid prize balls are stored in the backup RAM. The data corresponding to the control state of the game control means is data necessary for restoring the control state before the occurrence of a power failure or the like based on the data when the power is restored after a power failure or the like occurs. Further, data corresponding to the control state and data indicating the number of unpaid prize balls are defined as data indicating the progress state of the game. In this embodiment, it is assumed that the entire RAM 55 is backed up.

  In the game control microcomputer 560, the CPU 56 executes control in accordance with the program stored in the ROM 54, so that the game control microcomputer 560 (or CPU 56) executes (or performs processing) hereinafter. Specifically, the CPU 56 executes control according to a program. The same applies to microcomputers mounted on substrates other than the main substrate 31.

  The random number circuit 503 is a hardware circuit that is used to generate a random number for determination to determine whether or not to win a jackpot based on a display result of variable symbol special display. The random number circuit 503 updates numerical data in accordance with a set update rule within a numerical range in which an initial value (for example, 0) and an upper limit value (for example, 65535) are set, and starts at a random timing Based on the fact that the winning time is the reading (extraction) of the numerical data, it has a random number generation function in which the numerical data to be read becomes a random value.

  The random number circuit 503 includes a numeric data update range selection setting function (initial value selection setting function and upper limit value selection setting function), numeric data update rule selection setting function, and numeric data update rule selection. It has various functions such as a switching function. With such a function, the randomness of the generated random numbers can be improved.

  Further, the game control microcomputer 560 has a function of setting an initial value of numerical data updated by the random number circuit 503. For example, a predetermined calculation is performed using the ID number of the game control microcomputer 560 stored in a predetermined storage area such as the ROM 54 (an ID number assigned with a different value for each product of the game control microcomputer 560). The numerical data obtained by the execution is set as the initial value of the numerical data updated by the random number circuit 503. By performing such processing, the randomness of the random number generated by the random number circuit 503 can be further improved.

  Further, an input driver circuit 58 that supplies detection signals from the gate switch 32a, the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a, the winning confirmation switch 14b, and the count switch 23 to the game control microcomputer 560 is also provided on the main board 31. It is installed. The main board also includes an output circuit 59 for driving the solenoid 16 for opening and closing the variable winning ball device 15 and the solenoid 21 for opening and closing the special variable winning ball device 20 that forms a big winning opening in accordance with a command from the game control microcomputer 560. 31.

  In addition, the game control microcomputer 560 includes a first special symbol display 8a, a second special symbol display 8b that variably displays special symbols, a normal symbol display 10 that variably displays normal symbols, and a first special symbol hold memory. Display control of the display 18a, the second special symbol storage memory display 18b, and the normal symbol storage memory display 41 is performed.

  An information output circuit 64 that outputs information output signals such as jackpot information indicating the occurrence of a jackpot gaming state to an external device such as a hall computer via the terminal board 160 is also mounted on the main board 31.

  In this embodiment, the effect control means (configured by the effect control microcomputer) mounted on the effect control board 80 instructs the effect contents from the game control microcomputer 560 via the relay board 77. An effect control command is received, and display control of the effect display device 9 for variably displaying effect symbols is performed.

  The effect control means mounted on the effect control board 80 controls the display of the frame LED 28 provided on the frame side via the lamp driver board 35 and from the speaker 27 via the audio output board 70. Control the sound output.

  FIG. 6 is a block diagram illustrating a circuit configuration example of the relay board 77, the effect control board 80, the lamp driver board 35, and the audio output board 70. In the example shown in FIG. 6, the lamp driver board 35 and the audio output board 70 are not equipped with a microcomputer, but may be equipped with a microcomputer. Further, without providing the lamp driver board 35 and the audio output board 70, only the effect control board 80 may be provided for effect control.

  The effect control board 80 includes an effect control CPU 101 and an effect control microcomputer 100 including a RAM for storing information related to effects such as effect symbol process flags. The RAM may be externally attached. In this embodiment, the RAM in the production control microcomputer 100 is not backed up. In the effect control board 80, the effect control CPU 101 operates in accordance with a program stored in a built-in or external ROM (not shown), and receives a capture signal from the main board 31 input via the relay board 77 ( In response to the (effect control INT signal), an effect control command is received via the input driver 102 and the input port 103. Further, the effect control CPU 101 causes the VDP (video display processor) 109 to perform display control of the effect display device 9 based on the effect control command.

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

  The effect control CPU 101 outputs to the VDP 109 a command for reading out necessary data from a CGROM (not shown) in accordance with the received effect control command. The CGROM stores character image data and moving image data displayed on the effect display device 9, specifically, a person, characters, figures, symbols (including effect symbols), and background image data in advance. ROM. The VDP 109 reads image data from the CGROM in response to the instruction from the effect control CPU 101. The VDP 109 executes display control based on the read image data.

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

  As a signal direction regulating means, the signal inputted from the main board 31 is allowed to pass through the relay board 77 only in the direction toward the effect control board 80 (the signal is not passed in the direction from the effect control board 80 to the relay board 77). The unidirectional circuit 74 is mounted. For example, a diode or a transistor is used as the unidirectional circuit. FIG. 6 illustrates a diode. A unidirectional circuit is provided for each signal. Furthermore, since the effect control command and the effect control INT signal are output from the main board 31 via the output port 571 that is a unidirectional circuit, the signal from the relay board 77 toward the inside of the main board 31 is restricted. That is, the signal from the relay board 77 does not enter the inside of the main board 31 (the game control microcomputer 560 side). The output port 571 is a part of the I / O port unit 57 shown in FIG. Further, a signal driver circuit that is a unidirectional circuit may be further provided outside the output port 571 (on the relay board 77 side).

  Further, the effect control CPU 101 inputs an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that the player's operation action on the trigger button 121 of the stick controller 122 has been detected from the trigger sensor 125 via the input port 106. Further, the effect control CPU 101 inputs an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that a player's operation action on the push button 120 has been detected from the push sensor 124 via the input port 106. In addition, the production control CPU 101 inputs an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that the player's operation action with respect to the operation rod of the stick controller 122 has been detected from the tilt direction sensor unit 123 via the input port 106. . Further, the effect control CPU 101 outputs a drive signal to the vibrator motor 126 via the output port 105 to cause the stick controller 122 to vibrate.

  Further, the effect control CPU 101 outputs a signal for driving the LED to the lamp driver board 35 via the output port 105. Further, the production control CPU 101 outputs sound number data to the audio output board 70 via the output port 104.

  In the lamp driver board 35, a signal for driving the LED is input to the LED driver 352 via the input driver 351. The LED driver 352 supplies a current to a light emitter provided on the frame side such as the frame LED 28 based on a signal for driving the LED.

  In the voice output board 70, the sound number data is input to the voice synthesis IC 703 via the input driver 702. The voice synthesizing IC 703 generates voice or sound effect according to the sound number data and outputs it to the amplifier circuit 705. The amplification circuit 705 outputs an audio signal obtained by amplifying the output level of the speech synthesis IC 703 to a level corresponding to the volume set by the volume 706 to the speaker 27. The voice data ROM 704 stores control data corresponding to the sound number data. The control data corresponding to the sound number data is a collection of data showing the output form of the sound effect or sound in a time series in a predetermined period (for example, the changing period of the effect design).

  FIG. 7 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of output port assignment in the game control means. As shown in FIG. 7, a payout control signal (in this example, a connection signal) transmitted to the payout control board 37 is output from the output port 0. Further, a solenoid (large winning port door solenoid) 21 for opening and closing a variable winning ball device 20 for opening and closing the big winning port, and a solenoid (ordinary electric accessory solenoid) 16 for opening and closing the variable winning ball device 15 are driven. The signal is also output from output port 0. In addition, a high-accuracy medium signal among signals output from the output port 0 to an external device (for example, a hall computer) via the terminal board 160 is also output.

  Note that the logic (for example, 0 is on) opposite to the “logic” (for example, 1 is on) shown in FIG. 7 may be used. In particular, for the connection signal, the main board 31 and the payout control board. The “logic” is determined so that the payout control microcomputer 370 always detects the off state when the signal line to the terminal 37 is disconnected or when the cable is disconnected (including no cable connection). . Specifically, generally, when disconnection or cable disconnection occurs, a high level is detected on the signal receiving side, so the high level on the signal line between the main board 31 and the payout control board 37 is the game control means. The “logic” is determined to be in the off state at the output port at. Therefore, if necessary, an output buffer circuit for logically inverting the signal is provided outside the output port on the main board 31.

  Then, various information output signals, that is, information relating to control (for example, a start port signal, a symbol determination number 1 signal, a symbol, and the like are output from the output port 1 to an external device (for example, a hall computer) via the terminal board 160. Output data of the number of determination times 2 signals, 1 signal per jackpot, 2 signals per jackpot, 3 signals per jackpot, short time signal, security signal) is output. However, as already described, the high-accuracy intermediate signal among the signals output externally is output from the output port 0. In this embodiment, a prize ball signal 1 (a signal that is output every time one prize ball payout is detected) or a gaming machine error status signal (a gaming machine is in an error status (in this example, a ball is out of ball). An error state or a full tank error state) is also output to the external device via the terminal board 160. In this case, on the payout control board 37 side, a prize ball payout or an error state of the gaming machine is detected, and a prize ball signal 1 or a gaming machine error state signal is input to the main board 31. The prize ball signal 1 and the gaming machine error status signal input to the main board 31 are output via the terminal board 160 via the main board 31 as they are without passing through the game control microcomputer 560. Is done. The prize ball signal 1 and the gaming machine error state signal input to the main board 31 may be output to the outside via the terminal board 160 after temporarily passing through the gaming control microcomputer 560.

  Note that signals output to the outside via the terminal board 160 are not limited to those shown in this embodiment. For example, a door opening signal indicating that the game frame is in an open state may also be output to an external device via the terminal board 160. Further, for example, in this embodiment, a case is shown in which a prize ball signal 1 output every time one prize ball is paid out is detected, but instead of the prize ball signal 1, a prize ball signal 1 is output. The prize ball information that is output every time ten balls are paid out may be output to an external device via the terminal board 160. In this case, on the payout control board 37 side, it is detected that the game frame is in the open state and the payout of the winning ball is detected, and a door opening signal and winning ball information are input to the main board 31. The door opening signal and prize ball information input to the main board 31 are output to the outside via the terminal board 160 via the main board 31 as they are without passing through the game control microcomputer 560. However, it is assumed that the door opening signal and the prize ball information are branched on the main board 31 and input to the game control microcomputer 560. In this case as well, the door opening signal and prize ball information input to the main board 31 may be output to the outside via the terminal board 160 after passing through the game control microcomputer 560 once. .

  FIG. 8 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of bit assignment of input ports in the game control means. As shown in FIG. 8, the count switch 23, the gate switch 32a, the magnet sensor signal 1, the magnet sensor signal 2, the door opening signal, and the prize ball information are input to the bits 0 to 7 of the input port 0, respectively. In this embodiment, two magnet sensors (not shown) for detecting fraud using a magnet are provided, and detection signals from the respective magnet sensors are also input from the input port 0. . Further, the detection signal of the first start port switch 13a is input to bit 0 of the input port 1. Further, the detection signal of the second start port switch 14a is input to bit 1 of the input port 1. In addition, the detection signal of the winning confirmation switch 14b is input to bit 2 of the input port 1. In addition, a clear switch and a power-off signal detection signal from the power supply board 910 are input to the bits 3 and 4 of the input port 1, respectively.

  FIG. 9 is a circuit diagram showing the internal configuration of the terminal board 160. In the terminal board 160 shown in FIG. 9, the upper left connectors CN-1 and CN-2 are cables for connecting cables that transmit signals from the main board 31, and the lower left connector CN1-3 is This is a connector for connecting a cable for transmitting a signal from the payout control board 37 via the main board 31. Further, the right connectors CN1 to CN11 are connectors for connecting cables that transmit signals to an external device such as a hall computer. The terminal board 160 is mounted with semiconductor relays (PhotoMOS relays) PC1 to PC11 as driver circuits.

  When the cable from the main board 31 is connected to the connectors CN-1 and CN-2, various signals are input from the main board 31 (game control microcomputer 560) to the terminal board 160. Specifically, a start port signal is input to the terminal “2” of the connector CN-1, a symbol determination number 1 signal is input to the terminal “3” of the connector CN-1, and a terminal “4” of the connector CN-1 is input. 2 is input to the terminal “5” of the connector CN-1, one signal is input to the terminal “6” of the connector CN-1, and two signals are input to the terminal “6” of the connector CN-1. Three jackpot signals are input to “7”, a time reduction signal is input to terminal “8” of connector CN-1, a security signal is input to terminal “9” of connector CN-1, and a terminal of connector CN-2 A high-accuracy middle signal is input to “9”.

  Further, when the cable from the payout control board 37 is connected to the connector CN-3 via the main board 31, various signals from the payout control board 37 (the payout control microcomputer 370) are input to the terminal board 160. Is done. Specifically, the prize ball signal 1 is input to the terminal “2” of the connector CN-3, and the gaming machine error state signal is input to the terminal “3” of the connector CN-3.

  As shown in FIG. 9, in the terminal board 160, the signal line of the reference potential is connected to the terminal “1” of the connector CN-1, the connector CN-2, and the connector CN-3, and the signal lines are branched. Are connected to the input terminal “1” of the semiconductor relays PC1 to PC11. The signal lines connected to the terminals “2” to “9” of the connector CN-1, the terminal “9” of the connector CN-2, and the connectors “2” and “3” of the connector CN-3 are 1 KΩ, respectively. Are connected to the input terminals “2” of the semiconductor relays PC1 to PC11 through the resistors R1 to R11. The signal lines connected to the output terminals “4” of the semiconductor relays PC1 to PC11 are connected to the terminals “1” of the connectors CN1 to CN11, respectively. The signal lines connected to the output terminals “3” of the semiconductor relays PC1 to PC11 are connected to the terminals “2” of the connectors CN1 to CN11, respectively.

  In the semiconductor relays PC1 to PC11, when a signal current flows through the input terminal, a light emitting element (LED) on the input side emits light. The emitted light is applied to the photoelectric element (solar cell) provided opposite to the LED through the transparent silicon. The photoelectric element that has received the light is exchanged for voltage according to the amount of light, and this voltage passes through the control circuit to charge the MOSFET gate of the output section. When the MOSFET gate voltage supplied from the photoelectric element reaches the set voltage value, the MOSFET becomes conductive and turns on the load. When the signal current at the input terminal is cut off, the light emitting element (LED) stops emitting light. When the light emission of the LED stops, the voltage of the photoelectric element decreases, and when the voltage supplied from the photoelectric element decreases, the gate load of the MOSFET is rapidly discharged by the control circuit. With this control circuit, the MOSFET is turned off and the load is turned off.

  By the operation of the semiconductor relays PC1 to PC11 as described above, signals input from the input side connector CN-1, connector CN-2, and connector CN-3 are transmitted to the output side connectors CN1 to CN11, and the hall computer or the like. Output to an external device. Specifically, the start signal is output from the connector CN1, the symbol determination number 1 signal is output from the connector CN2, the symbol determination number 2 signal is output from the connector CN3, and the jackpot 1 signal is output from the connector CN4. CN5 outputs a big hit 2 signal, connector CN6 outputs a big hit 3 signal, connector CN7 outputs a time reduction signal, connector CN8 outputs a security signal, connector CN9 outputs a high accuracy medium signal, connector A prize ball signal 1 is output from the CN 10 and a gaming machine error state signal is output from the connector CN 11. The assignment of connectors to each external output signal on terminal board 160 is not limited to that shown in this embodiment. For example, the security signal may be output from the end connector (for example, connector CN11) provided on the terminal board 160.

  The security signal output from the connector CN8 is a signal indicating the security state of the gaming machine. Specifically, as will be described later, when it is determined that an abnormal winning to the second starting winning opening 14 has occurred based on the detection result of the second starting opening switch 14a and the detection result of the winning confirmation switch 14b. In addition, a security signal is output to an external device such as a hall computer for a predetermined period (for example, 4 minutes). With such a configuration, a fraudulent act such as recognizing that the number of winnings to the second start winning opening 14 is larger than the actual number of winnings using radio waves or the like has been performed. Can be recognized on the external device side.

  In this embodiment, even when the gaming machine is turned on and the initialization process is executed, the security signal is output to an external device such as a hall computer for a predetermined period (for example, 30 seconds). . By configuring as such, it is recognized that the initialization process has been executed at an unnatural timing (for example, even after all the gaming machine power reset operations have been completed when the amusement store is opened). By making it possible, the external device such as a hall computer can recognize the possibility that an unauthorized act of illegally resetting the power of the gaming machine and aiming for a big hit at the power reset timing is performed. it can.

  In this embodiment, as described above, when the abnormal winning is detected and the initialization process (for example, the operation of the clear switch is performed when the power to the gaming machine is turned on) A common security signal is output from the common connector CN8 of the terminal board 160 to the outside when the processing such as clearing the stored content is executed. This is because the initialization process is usually performed only when the game machine power is reset when the amusement store is opened, so the terminal is used for a signal that is output only once a day. Providing a dedicated connector or semiconductor relay on the substrate 160 is not efficient and wasteful. Therefore, in this embodiment, an external output signal is configured by outputting a security signal from the common connector CN8 when an abnormal winning is detected and when an initialization process is executed. The waste of lines and circuit elements is reduced. That is, it is possible to prevent an increase in the number of parts of a mechanism for outputting information to an external device such as a hall computer and complication of wiring work.

  The signal output from the common connector as a security signal is not limited to that shown in this embodiment. For example, not only abnormal winning at the second start winning opening 14, but abnormal winning at the large winning opening or the first starting winning opening 13 can be detected and output as a security signal from the common connector CN8 of the terminal board 160. You may comprise as follows. In this case, for example, the two winning switches (proximity switches) with different detection methods are used for the big winning opening and the first starting winning opening 13 as well as the second starting winning opening 14 as switches for detecting the winning of the game ball. And a photo sensor), and the presence / absence of an abnormal prize may be determined according to the same determination method as that of the second start winning opening 14.

  Further, for example, when abnormal magnetism is detected by a magnet sensor provided in a gaming machine or when abnormal radio waves are detected by a radio wave sensor provided in a gaming machine, a security signal is output from the common connector CN8 of the terminal board 160. You may comprise so that external output is possible. In addition, for example, when an abnormality of various switches provided in the gaming machine is detected (for example, when occurrence of a short circuit is detected by determining that the input value has exceeded the threshold value), a common terminal board 160 is used. The connector CN8 may be configured so that it can be externally output as a security signal.

  As described above, abnormal winning at the grand prize winning opening, abnormal winning at the first start winning opening 13, abnormal magnetic error, and abnormal radio wave error can be externally output from the common connector CN8 of the terminal board 160 as a security signal. With this configuration, as long as only one signal line is connected, error detection can be performed by an external device such as a hall computer, and the work load related to error detection can be reduced.

  In the case of detecting an abnormal winning at the big winning opening, when determining based on the number of detections by the count switch 23 and the number of detections by the winning confirmation switch being a predetermined value (for example, 10) or more. In addition, the count switch 23 when the value of the special symbol process flag is not a value indicating that the game is a big hit game (for example, when the value of the special symbol process flag is not 5 or more, see FIG. 21). Even when a game ball is detected by the above, it may be determined that an abnormal winning to the big winning opening has occurred. In addition, in this way, when it is determined that an abnormal winning to the big winning opening has occurred based on the detection result of the count switch 23 and the winning confirmation switch, or an abnormal to the big winning opening based on the value of the special symbol process flag. Even when it is determined that a winning has occurred, the security signal is externally output by setting a predetermined time (for example, 4 minutes) in the security signal information timer, similarly to step S2127 in the switch normality / abnormality check processing. You can do it.

  In this embodiment, the number of detections by the second start port switch 14a and the number of detections by the winning confirmation switch 14b are equal to or greater than a predetermined value (for example, 10). The case where it is determined that an abnormal winning has occurred and the security signal is output externally has been shown. For example, it is indicated that the value of the normal symbol process flag used in the normal symbol process is being opened. When a game ball is detected by the second start opening switch 14a when the value is not shown, it is determined that an abnormal winning to the second start winning opening 14 has occurred, and a security signal is output to the outside. Also good.

  In addition to the signal line for security signal output, detection of initialization processing, detection of abnormal winning at the first start winning opening 13, detection of abnormal winning at the second starting winning opening 14, and big winning opening For the detection of abnormal winnings, detection of abnormal magnetic errors, and detection of abnormal radio wave errors, separate signal lines are provided, and from the terminal board 160, along with security signals, external output signals corresponding to the respective errors are also provided. You may make it output to external apparatuses, such as a hall computer. With such a configuration, it is possible to recognize that an error has occurred by checking the security signal, and further, by checking the signal output for each type of error, the type of error can be determined on the amusement store side. Can be confirmed. Therefore, when an amusement store requires a confirmation of the type of error, an external output signal for each error type is provided separately from the security signal, so that an external output that better meets the needs of the amusement store can be provided. Can be done. On the other hand, in the case of a game shop that only requests confirmation that some kind of error has occurred, only the security signal out of the externally output signals is connected to an external device such as a hall computer. Check it.

  As described above, by providing the semiconductor relays PC1 to PC11 on the terminal board 160, signal input from the outside to the inside of the gaming machine can be prevented, and as a result, illegal acts can be reliably prevented. In the above example, the semiconductor relays PC1 to PC11 are provided on the terminal board 160, but other relay elements such as a mechanical relay may be used instead of the semiconductor relays PC1 to PC11.

  Next, the operation of the gaming machine will be described. FIG. 10 is a flowchart showing main processing executed by the CPU 56 of the game control microcomputer 560 in response to the start of power supply to the game machine and the reset signal to the game control microcomputer 560 becoming high level. It is. When the input level of the reset terminal to which the reset signal is input becomes a high level, the CPU 56 of the game control microcomputer 560 executes a security check process that is a process for confirming whether the contents of the program are valid. The main processing after step S1 is started. In the main process, the CPU 56 first performs necessary initial settings.

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

  Next, the CPU 56 starts outputting a connection signal to the payout control microcomputer 370 (step S4). The connection signal is a signal that is output when the main board 31 rises (when the game control means starts the game control process) and notifies the payout control board 37 that the main board 31 has risen. (Connection signal of main board 31). Further, when the CPU 56 starts outputting the connection signal in step S4, the CPU 56 sends a connection signal to the payout control microcomputer 370 unless the power supply of the gaming machine is stopped or the output becomes impossible due to some communication error. Output continuously.

  Next, the built-in device register is set (initialized) (step S5). By the processing in step S5, the CTC (counter / timer) and PIO (parallel input / output port) which are built-in devices (built-in peripheral circuits) are set (initialized).

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

  Next, the CPU 56 sets the RAM 55 in an accessible state (step S6), and proceeds to a clear signal check process.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  If the check result is normal, the CPU 56 performs a game state restoration process for returning the internal state of the game control means and the control state of the electrical component control means such as the effect control means to the state when the power supply is stopped. Specifically, the start address of the backup setting table stored in the ROM 54 is set as a pointer (step S41), and the contents of the backup setting table are sequentially set in the work area (area in the RAM 55) (step S42). ). The work area is backed up by a backup power source. In the backup setting table, initialization data for an area that may be initialized in the work area is set. As a result of the processing in steps S41 and S42, the saved contents of the work area that should not be initialized remain as they are. The parts that should not be initialized include, for example, data indicating the gaming state before the power supply is stopped (special symbol process flag, probability variation flag, etc.), the area where the output state of the output port is saved (output port buffer), This is a portion where data indicating the number of payout prize balls is set.

  Further, the CPU 56 sets the head address of the backup command transmission table stored in the ROM 54 as a pointer (step S43). Further, the CPU 56 transmits a power failure recovery designation command as an initialization command at the time of power supply recovery (step S44). The CPU 56 also outputs a high-probability output permission flag for permitting external output via the terminal board 160 of a high-probability signal indicating that the gaming state is controlled to a high probability state (probability change state). Is set (step S45). Then, the process proceeds to step S15.

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

  By the processing of steps S11 and S12, for example, a normal symbol determination random number counter, a normal symbol determination buffer, a special symbol buffer, a special symbol process flag, a winning ball flag, a ball-out flag, and the like are selectively processed according to the control state. An initial value is set in a flag for performing the above.

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

  The CPU 56 sets a predetermined time (in this example, 30 seconds) in the security signal information timer (step S14a). The security signal information timer is a timer for measuring the ON time of the security signal output from the terminal board 160. In this embodiment, an initialization process is performed when the gaming machine is turned on by executing an information output process (see S31), which will be described later, based on the fact that a predetermined time is set in the security signal information timer in step S14a. Is executed, a security signal is externally output for a predetermined time (in this example, 30 seconds).

  Further, the CPU 56 executes a random number circuit setting process for initially setting the random number circuit 503 (step S15).

  Then, the CPU 56 executes a timer interrupt setting process for setting a CTC register built in the game control microcomputer 560 so that a timer interrupt is periodically taken every predetermined time (for example, 4 ms) ( Step S16). That is, a value corresponding to, for example, 4 ms is set in a predetermined register (time constant register) as an initial value. In this embodiment, it is assumed that a timer interrupt is periodically taken every 4 ms.

  When the timer interrupt setting is completed, the CPU 56 first disables the interrupt (step S17), executes the initial value random number update process (step S18a) and the display random number update process (step S18b), The interrupt is permitted again (step S19). That is, the CPU 56 sets the interrupt disabled state when the initial value random number update process and the display random number update process are executed, and interrupts enable state when the initial value random number update process and the display random number update process are finished. To.

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

  The display random number is a random number for determining the display of the special symbol display 8. In this embodiment, as a display random number, a random number for determining a variation pattern for determining a variation pattern of a special symbol, or a random number for determining a reach for determining whether or not to reach when a big hit is not generated, is used. Used. The display random number update process is a process for updating the count value of the counter for generating the display random number.

  In addition, when the display random number update process is executed, the interrupt disabled state is executed by the display random number update process and the initial value random number update process also in the timer interrupt process described later (that is, the timer This is because the same process is executed in steps S26 and S27 of the interrupt process), so as to avoid conflict with the process in the timer interrupt process. That is, if a timer interrupt is generated during the processing of steps S18a and S18b and the count value of the counter for generating the initial value random number and the display random number is updated during the timer interrupt processing, The continuity of values may be impaired. However, such an inconvenience does not occur if the interrupt is prohibited during the processing of steps S18a and S18b.

  Next, the timer interrupt process will be described. FIG. 11 is a flowchart showing the timer interrupt process. When a timer interrupt occurs during execution of the main process, specifically, in a period during which interruption is permitted during execution of the loop process of steps S17 to S19, the CPU 56 of the game control microcomputer 560 A timer interrupt process that is activated in response to the occurrence of a timer interrupt is executed. In the timer interrupt process, the CPU 56 first executes a power-off process (power-off detection process) for detecting whether or not a power-off signal is output (whether the power-on signal is turned on) (step S20). Then, the CPU 56 inputs detection signals of switches such as the gate switch 32a, the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a, the winning confirmation switch 14b and the count switch 23 through the switch circuit 58. Is detected (switch processing: step S21). Specifically, if the state of the input port for inputting the detection signal of each switch is ON, the value of the switch timer provided corresponding to each switch is incremented by one.

  Next, the CPU 56 executes display control processing for performing display control of the special symbol display 8, the normal symbol display 10, the special symbol hold storage display 18, and the normal symbol hold storage display 41 (step S22). For the special symbol display 8 and the normal symbol display 10, control for outputting a drive signal to each display is executed according to the contents of the output buffer set in steps S36 and S37.

  Next, the CPU 56 executes magnet sensor error notification processing for performing magnet sensor error notification based on the detection signal input from the magnet sensor (step S24).

  Next, the CPU 56 performs a process of updating the count value of each counter for generating a random number for determination such as a random number for determination per ordinary symbol used for game control (determination random number update process: step S25). Further, the CPU 56 performs a process of updating the count value of the counter for generating the initial value random number (initial value random number update process: step S26). Further, the CPU 56 performs a process of updating the count value of the counter for generating the display random number (display random number update process: step S27).

  Next, the CPU 56 performs special symbol process processing (step S28). In the special symbol process, the corresponding process is selected and executed according to a special symbol process flag for controlling the pachinko gaming machine 1 in a predetermined order according to the gaming state. The value of the special symbol process flag is updated during each process according to the gaming state. Further, normal symbol process processing is performed (step S29). In the normal symbol process, the corresponding process is selected and executed according to the normal symbol process flag for controlling the display state of the normal symbol display 10 in a predetermined order. The value of the normal symbol process flag is updated during each process according to the gaming state.

  Next, the CPU 56 performs a process of transmitting an effect control command related to the effect symbol synchronized with the variation of the special symbol to the effect control microcomputer 100 (effect symbol command control process: step S30). It should be noted that the fact that the variation of the effect symbol is synchronized with the variation of the special symbol means that the variation time (variable display period) is the same.

  Next, the CPU 56, for example, data such as a start port signal, a symbol determination number 1 signal, a symbol determination number 2 signal, a jackpot 1 to 3 signal, a time reduction signal, a security signal, and a high-accuracy medium signal supplied to the hall management computer. Is output (step S31).

  Further, the CPU 56 executes prize ball processing for setting the number of prize balls based on detection signals from the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a, and the count switch 23 (step S32). Specifically, the payout control micro mounted on the payout control board 37 in response to the winning detection based on any one of the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a and the count switch 23 being turned on. A payout control command (prize ball number signal) indicating the number of prize balls is output to the computer. The payout control microcomputer drives the ball payout device 97 in response to a payout control command indicating the number of winning balls.

  In addition, a test terminal process, which is a process for outputting a test signal for enabling the control state of the gaming machine to be confirmed outside the gaming machine, is executed (step S33). In this embodiment, a RAM area (output port buffer) corresponding to the output state of the output port is provided. However, the CPU 56 relates to the connection signal and the contents related to the solenoid in the RAM area of the output port 0. Is output to the output port (step S34: output processing). And CPU56 performs the memory | storage process which checks the increase / decrease in a pending | holding memory | storage number (step S35).

  Further, the CPU 56 performs special symbol display control processing for setting special symbol display control data for effect display of the special symbol in the output buffer for setting the special symbol display control data according to the value of the special symbol process flag ( Step S36). Further, the CPU 56 performs a normal symbol display control process for setting normal symbol display control data for effect display of the normal symbol in an output buffer for setting the normal symbol display control data according to the value of the normal symbol process flag ( Step S37).

  Next, the CPU 56 performs a status display lamp display process for setting status display control data for displaying each status display lamp in an output buffer for setting the status display control data (step S38). In this case, when the gaming state is the short time state, the state display control data for displaying the state indicator lamp indicating the short time state is set in the output buffer. When the gaming state is also controlled to a high probability state (for example, a probability variation state), state display control data for displaying a state indicator lamp indicating the high probability state is set in the output buffer. You may do it.

  Next, the CPU 56 performs frame state output processing for transmitting a frame state display command in which information indicating the error state of the gaming machine is set to display the error state of the gaming machine to the production control microcomputer 100. Execute (Step S39).

  Thereafter, the interrupt permission state is set (step S40), and the process ends.

  With the above control, in this embodiment, the game control process is started every 4 ms. The game control process corresponds to the processes in steps S21 to S39 (excluding steps S31 and 33) in the timer interrupt process. In this embodiment, the game control process is executed by the timer interrupt process. However, in the timer interrupt process, for example, only a flag indicating that an interrupt has occurred is set, and the game control process is performed by the main process. May be executed.

  When the shifted symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b and the effect display device 9, the variable display state of the effect symbol is started after the variable display of the effect symbol is started. There may be a case where a predetermined combination of effects that does not reach reach is stopped and displayed without reaching reach. Such a variable display mode of the effect symbol is referred to as a variable display mode of “non-reach” (also referred to as “normally shift”) in a case where the variable display result is a loss symbol.

  When the shifted symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b and the effect display device 9, the variable display state of the effect symbol is started after the variable display of the effect symbol is started. After reaching the reach state, a reach effect is executed, and a combination of predetermined effect symbols that do not eventually become a jackpot symbol may be stopped and displayed. Such a variable display result of the effect design is referred to as a variable display mode of “reach” (also referred to as “reach out”) when the variable display result is “out of”.

  In this embodiment, when the big win symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b, the reach effect is executed after the variable display state of the effect symbol becomes the reach state. Finally, the effect symbols are stopped and displayed in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” symbol display areas 9L, 9C, and 9R in the effect display device 9 (provided that the probability sudden hit is sudden) In some cases, suddenly probable big hit symbols (for example, “135”) are stopped and displayed without being reached.In this embodiment, even in the case of being controlled to the second short-time state to be described later. In some cases, the jackpot symbol may be stopped and displayed in the state where the symbols in the middle left and right are the same as it is, without reaching reach.)

  When “5”, which is a small hit, is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b, the effect display variable display mode is “suddenly probable big hit” on the effect display device 9. In the same manner as in the case where the effect symbol is variably displayed, a predetermined small hit symbol (the same symbol as the sudden probability variation big hit symbol, for example, "135") may be stopped and displayed. The display effect in the effect display device 9 corresponding to the fact that “5”, which is the small hit symbol, is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol indicator 8b is referred to as a “small hit” variable display mode. .

  Here, the small win is the same as the big win, but the number of times of opening of the big prize opening is the same, but the opening time per time is extremely short (in this embodiment, the opening for 15 seconds is 0.1 times). It is. When the small hit game ends, the game state does not change. That is, there is no transition from the probability variation state to the normal state or from the normal state to the certain variation state. In addition, the sudden probability change big hit is that the number of times of opening of the big winning opening is allowed to be the same as the number of other big wins in the big hit gaming state, but the opening time per time is extremely short (in this embodiment, it is 0.1 second) It is a big hit that is a big hit and the game state after the big hit game is shifted to a probabilistic state (that is, by doing so, whether the player suddenly changed the probable state) It looks like this). In other words, in this embodiment, the sudden winning odds and the small wins have the same opening pattern of the big prize opening. By controlling in such a way, when the winning opening for 0.1 seconds is made 15 times, it is impossible to recognize whether it is suddenly big hit or small hit, so a high probability state for the player (Probable change state) can be expected, and the interest of the game can be improved.

  In this embodiment, in the case of sudden probability change big hit or small hit, only the opening time per time is shortened, and the number of times of opening of the big winning opening is usually the same as the big hit or probability change big hit. Although shown, the number of times the special winning opening is opened may be smaller than that of the big hit. For example, in the case of suddenly changing big hit or small hit, control may be made so that the big winning opening is opened only twice. Also, for example, in the case of sudden odds or big hits, the opening time of the big prize opening is usually the same as that of the big winnings or the probability variable big hit, but the number of times the big winning opening is opened is reduced (for example, twice). May be. In this way, when suddenly probable big hits or small wins, the number of times of opening of the big prize opening is reduced or the opening time of the big prize opening per time is shortened as compared with the normal big hit or the probable big hit. By doing so, it is sufficient that the number of winning game balls to the big winning opening is smaller than at least the normal big win or the probable big hit.

  In this embodiment, there are two types of sudden probability change big hits, sudden probability change big hit A and sudden probability change big hit B. These sudden probability change big hit A and sudden probability change big hit B will be described later. In this embodiment, when the sudden probability change big hit A and the sudden probability change big hit B are comprehensively expressed, they are also simply expressed as “sudden probability change big hit”.

  FIG. 12 is an explanatory diagram showing a variation pattern of the effect symbol prepared in advance. As shown in FIG. 12, in this embodiment, non-reach PA1-1 to non-reach are used as the variation patterns corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “out of” and the variable display mode of the effect design is “non-reach”. Variation patterns of reach PA1-4 and ultrashort PB1-1 are prepared. Further, normal PA2-1 to normal PA2-2, normal PB2-1 to normal PB2-2 are shown as variation patterns corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “out” and the variable display mode of the effect symbol is “reach”. Fluctuation patterns of super PA3-1 to super PA3-2 and super PB3-1 to super PB3-2 are prepared. In addition, as shown in FIG. 12, about the fluctuation pattern of non-reach PA1-4 which is used when not reaching and has a pseudo-continuous effect, re-change is performed once. Of the variation patterns used for reaching and accompanied by pseudo-rendition, when normal PB2-1 is used, re-variation is performed once. The non-reach PA1-2 variation pattern used when not reaching is a variation pattern for shortening variation, and the variation time of the effect design is shortened to a short time (1.5 seconds in this example). . Moreover, the fluctuation pattern of the super shortening PB1-1 used when not reaching is a fluctuation pattern for the super shortening fluctuation that further shortens the fluctuation time as compared with the non-reach PA1-2, and the variation time of the effect design is further shorter. The time is shortened to 0.9 seconds in this example. Of the variation patterns that are used for reaching and have a pseudo-continuous effect, when normal PB2-2 is used, re-variation is performed twice. Furthermore, when using super PA3-1 to super PA3-2 among the fluctuation patterns used for reaching and accompanied by pseudo-rendition effects, re-variation is performed three times. Note that the re-variation means that the variable display of the effect symbol is executed again after temporarily stopping the effect symbol that is once deviated from the start of the variable display of the effect symbol until the display result is derived and displayed. .

  Also, as shown in FIG. 12, in this embodiment, normal PA2-3 to normal PA2-4, normal PB2 are used as the variation patterns corresponding to the case where the variable symbol display result of the special symbol is a big hit symbol or a small hit symbol. -3-Normal PB2-4, Super PA3-3-SuperPA3-4, Super PB3-3-Super PB3-4, Super shortened PB1-2, Special PG1-1-Special PG1-3, Special PG2-1-Special A variation pattern of PG2-2 is prepared. In FIG. 12, the fluctuation patterns of special PG1-1 to special PG1-3 and special PG2-1 to special PG2-2 are fluctuation patterns that are used when sudden probability big hit or small hit.

  Also, as shown in FIG. 12, the super shortening PB1-2 used when sudden sudden change is not big hit or small hit is a fluctuation pattern of ultra shortening fluctuation (fluctuation time 0.9 seconds), and a reach effect is performed. The big hit symbol is stopped and displayed as it is. In addition, as shown in FIG. 12, when the normal PB2-3 is used among the fluctuation patterns used when the sudden change is not suddenly big hit or small hit and the effect of the pseudo-continuous is used, the re-variation is performed once. Of the fluctuation patterns used for reaching and accompanied by pseudo-continuous effects, when normal PB2-4 is used, re-variation is performed twice. Furthermore, when using super PA3-3 to super PA3-4 among the fluctuation patterns that are used for reaching and have the effect of pseudo-ream, re-variation is performed three times. In addition, for the variation pattern of the special PG 1-3 that is used in the case of sudden probability big hit or small hit and has a pseudo-continuous effect, re-variation is performed once.

  In this embodiment, when the super-shortened PB1-1 or the super-shortened PB1-2, which is the fluctuation pattern of the super-shortening variation, is used, the following effects are executed during the variation display of the effect symbols. . When the fluctuation pattern of the super shortened PB1-1 is used at the time of deviation fluctuation, the fluctuation display for extremely short 0.9 seconds is performed without the reach effect, and then the deviation symbol (reach deviation symbol) is used as it is as the final stop symbol. Both of them are “stopped symbols”) which are not so-called chance symbols, and are stopped and displayed. Also, when using the fluctuation pattern of the super shortened PB1-2 at the time of big hit fluctuation, the left, middle and right are displayed as the final stop symbol as it is after the fluctuation display for 0.9 seconds is performed without the reach effect. The jackpot symbols in the same pattern are stopped and displayed. In addition, as described above, “reach production” means that symbols other than the symbol that will be the final stop symbol (for example, the middle symbol of the left and right middle symbols) continue to be a big hit symbol (for example, the left middle right symbol). Are in the same state as a combination of symbols with the same symbol), stopped, rocked, enlarged, reduced, or deformed, or multiple symbols fluctuated in the same symbol, It is an effect that is performed in a state (reach state) in which the possibility of a big hit is continued before the final result is displayed because the positions are changed.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 12, when the variation time is fixedly determined according to the type of reach (for example, the variation time is 32 in the case of Super Reach A with pseudo-ream). In the case of Super Reach A without pseudo-ream, the fluctuation time is fixed at 22.75 seconds). For example, even in the case of the same type of Super Reach Depending on the total number of pending storage, the variation time may be varied. For example, even when the same type of super reach is involved, the variation time may be shortened as the total number of pending storage increases. Also, for example, even in the case of the same type of super reach, when the variable display of the first special symbol is performed, the variable time may be varied according to the first reserved memory number. When the variable display of the two special symbols is performed, the variable time may be varied according to the second reserved memory number. In this case, a separate determination table is prepared for each value of the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number (for example, the variation pattern type determination table for the reserved memory numbers 0 to 2 and the reserved memory numbers 3 and 4). For example, a determination table may be selected according to the value of the first reserved memory number or the second reserved memory number, and the change time may be varied.

FIG. 13 is an explanatory diagram showing each random number. Each random number is used as follows.
(1) Random 1 (MR1): Determines the type of jackpot (normal jackpot, probability variation jackpot, sudden probability variation jackpot A, sudden probability variation jackpot B described later) (for jackpot type determination)
(2) Random 2 (MR2): The type (type) of the variation pattern is determined (for variation pattern type determination)
(3) Random 3 (MR3): A variation pattern (variation time) is determined (for variation pattern determination)
(4) Random 4 (MR4): Determines whether or not to generate a hit based on a normal symbol (for normal symbol hit determination)
(5) Random 5 (MR5): Determine the initial value of random 4 (for determining the initial value of random 4)

  In this embodiment, the variation pattern is first determined using the variation pattern type determination random number (random 2), and then the variation pattern determined using the variation pattern determination random number (random 3). One of the variation patterns included in the pattern type is determined. Thus, in this embodiment, the variation pattern is determined by a two-stage lottery process.

  The variation pattern type is a group of a plurality of variation patterns according to the characteristics of the variation mode. For example, a plurality of variation patterns are grouped by reach type, and include a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with normal reach, a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with super reach A, and a variation pattern with super reach B. It may be divided into variable pattern types. Further, for example, a plurality of variation patterns are grouped by the number of re-variations of pseudo-continuations, a variation pattern type including a variation pattern without pseudo-ream, a variation pattern type including a variation pattern of one re-variation, It may be divided into a variation pattern type including a variation pattern of two variations and a variation pattern type including a variation pattern of three variations. Further, for example, a plurality of variation patterns may be grouped according to the presence / absence of a specific effect such as a pseudo ream or a slip effect.

  In step S25 in the game control process shown in FIG. 11, the game control microcomputer 560 uses a counter for generating the jackpot type determination random number (1) and the random number for determination per ordinary symbol (4). Count up (add 1). That is, they are determination random numbers, and other random numbers are display random numbers (random 2, random 3) or initial value random numbers (random 5). In addition, in order to improve a game effect, you may use random numbers other than said random number. In this embodiment, a random number generated by hardware incorporated in the game control microcomputer 560 (or hardware external to the game control microcomputer 560) is used as the jackpot determination random number. Note that a software random number instead of a hardware random number may be used as the jackpot determination random number.

  FIG. 14A is an explanatory diagram showing a jackpot determination table. The jackpot determination table is a collection of data stored in the ROM 54 and is a table in which a jackpot determination value to be compared with the random R is set. The jackpot determination table includes a normal-time jackpot determination table used in a normal state (a gaming state that is not a probability change state) and a probability change jackpot determination table used in a probability change state. Each numerical value described in the left column of FIG. 14 (A) is set in the normal jackpot determination table, and each numerical value described in the right column of FIG. Is set. The numerical value described in FIG. 14A is a jackpot determination value.

  14B and 14C are explanatory diagrams showing a small hit determination table. The small hit determination table is a collection of data stored in the ROM 54 and is a table in which a small hit determination value to be compared with the random R is set. The small hit determination table includes a small hit determination table (for the first special symbol) used when the variable display of the first special symbol is performed, and a small hit determination table used when the variable display of the second special symbol is performed. (For the second special symbol). Each value described in FIG. 14B is set in the small hit determination table (for the first special symbol), and in the small hit determination table (for the second special symbol), the values shown in FIG. Each numerical value listed is set. Moreover, the numerical values described in FIGS. 14B and 14C are the small hit determination values.

  Note that it may be determined that a small hit is made only when the variable display of the first special symbol is performed, and the small hit may not be provided when the variable display of the second special symbol is performed. In this case, the small hit determination table for the second special symbol shown in FIG. In this embodiment, when the gaming state is shifted to the probability changing state, the variation display of the second special symbol is mainly executed. Even if the game state is shifted to the probability change state, a small hit will be generated, and if it is configured to produce an effect asking whether or not the probability change will occur, even though the current game state is the probability change state On the contrary, it makes the player feel annoying. Therefore, if it is configured so that the small hit does not occur during the variation display of the second special symbol, if the gaming state is the probability variation state, it is difficult for the small hit to occur and the excessive effect is not given to the probability variation. This can prevent the player from feeling annoyed.

  The CPU 56 extracts the count value of the random number circuit 503 at a predetermined time and sets the extracted value as the value of the jackpot determination random number (random R). The jackpot determination random number value is shown in FIG. If it matches any of the big hit determination values, the special symbol is decided to be big hit (normal big hit, probability variation big hit, sudden probability variation big hit A and sudden probability variation big hit B described later). Further, when the big hit determination random number value matches one of the small hit determination values shown in FIGS. 14B and 14C, it is determined to make a small hit for the special symbol. Note that the “probability” shown in FIG. 14A indicates the probability (ratio) of a big hit. Further, “probabilities” shown in FIGS. 14B and 14C indicate the probability (ratio) of small hits. Further, deciding whether or not to win a jackpot means deciding whether or not to shift to the jackpot gaming state, but the stop symbol in the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b is determined. It also means deciding whether or not to make a jackpot symbol. Further, determining whether or not to make a small hit means determining whether or not to shift to the small hit gaming state, but stopping in the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b. It also means determining whether or not the symbol is to be a small hit symbol.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 14B and 14C, when the small hit determination table (for the first special symbol) is used, the small hit is determined at a ratio of 1/300. On the other hand, when using the small hit determination table (second special symbol), a case where the small hit is determined at a ratio of 1/3000 will be described. Therefore, in this embodiment, when the start winning prize is given to the first start winning opening 13 and the first special symbol variation display is executed, the start winning prize is given to the second starting winning prize slot 14 and the second special symbol is displayed. The ratio determined as “small hit” is higher than when the variable display is executed.

  14D and 14E are explanatory diagrams showing the jackpot type determination tables 131a and 131b stored in the ROM 54. FIG. Among these, FIG. 14 (D) determines the jackpot type using the holding memory based on the game ball having won the first start winning opening 13 (that is, when the first special symbol is changed). This is a jackpot type determination table (for the first special symbol) 131a. FIG. 14E shows a case where the jackpot type is determined by using the stored memory based on the fact that the game ball has won the second start winning opening 14 (that is, when the variation display of the second special symbol is performed). Is a jackpot type determination table (for the second special symbol) 131b.

  The jackpot type determination tables 131a and 131b determine that the jackpot type is “normal jackpot”, “ This table is referred to in order to determine one of “probability big hit”, “sudden probability big hit A”, and “sudden probability big hit B”. In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 14D and 14E, the jackpot type determination table 131a has a total of 39 determinations for “sudden probability change big hit A” and “sudden probability change big hit B”. A value is assigned (determined as a sudden probability change big hit at a ratio of 39/100), whereas the big hit type determination table 131b has “sudden probability change big hit A” and “sudden probability change big hit B”. A case will be described in which 14 judgment values (however, in this example, there is no allocation for “sudden probability variation big hit A”) are assigned (determined as sudden probability variation big hit at a rate of 14/100) . Therefore, in this embodiment, when the start winning prize is given to the first start winning opening 13 and the first special symbol variation display is executed, the start winning prize is given to the second starting winning prize slot 14 and the second special symbol is displayed. Compared with the case where the variable display is executed, the ratio determined as “suddenly probable big hit” is high. In other words, in this embodiment, when the start winning prize is given to the second starting prize opening 14 and the second special symbol variation display is executed, the first special symbol is given to the first starting prize opening 13 by starting. The game value is high compared to the case where the fluctuation display is executed (in this example, the opening time of the big prize opening per time is as long as 29 seconds, and the gambling is high) "Is a high percentage. Note that “sudden probability variation big hit” is assigned only to the first special symbol jackpot type determination table 131a, and “sudden probability variation big hit” is not assigned to the second special symbol big hit type determination table 131b (ie, It may be determined that “suddenly probable big hit” may be determined only when the variable display of the first special symbol is performed.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 14 (D) and 14 (E), the opening time of the big prize opening per time is 29 seconds as the first specific gaming state that gives a predetermined amount of gaming value. As a second specific gaming state that gives a long jackpot (probable jackpot or normal jackpot) and a game value smaller than the game value, the chance of opening a big prize opening per round is as short as 0.1 seconds. The case of determining (sudden probability change big hit A and sudden probability change big hit B) will be described, but the way of making the game value different in a specific gaming state is not limited to that shown in this embodiment. For example, as compared with the first specific game state, the second specific game state in which the allowable amount of the winning number (count number) of game balls to the big winning opening per round is reduced as the game value is determined. Also good. In addition, for example, the second specific gaming state may be determined in which the number of times of opening of the big winning opening during the big hit is reduced as the gaming value compared to the first specific gaming state (for example, the first specific gaming state) In the case of (2), the grand prize opening is opened 15 times, and in the case of the second specific gaming state, the grand prize opening is opened only twice). Also, for example, even in the case of the same 15 round big hits, a first specific gaming state in which a big winning opening is opened several times per round, and a second specific gaming state in which the big winning opening is opened only once per round. And the game value of the second specific gaming state may be lowered by substantially reducing the number of times the special winning opening is opened. As described above, the game balls are less likely to win the prize winning opening by reducing the number of times the opening of the prize winning opening or shortening the opening time compared to the first specific gaming state. It is sufficient that a specific gaming state is provided.

  In addition, for example, when a certain game state (big hit game state) is controlled to be changed to a probability change state or a time-short state, and then the probability change state or the time-short state is ended when the variable display is executed a predetermined number of times, the probability change You may make it provide the 1st specific game state and the 2nd specific game state which varied the frequency | count of execution of the variable display in which a state and a time-short state are continued. In this case, for example, in the case of the first specific gaming state, the probability changing state or the short time state is continued until the variable display is completed a predetermined number of times (for example, 100 times), and in the case of the second specific gaming state, the variable display is displayed. When the number of times (for example, 20 times) is less than that in the first specific game state, the probability variation state or the short time state may be ended so that the game value becomes lower than that in the first specific game state.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 14D and 14E, there are “normal big hit”, “probability big hit”, “sudden probability big hit A” and “sudden probability big hit B” as the big hit types.

  The “probable big hit” is a big hit that is controlled to a 15-round big hit gaming state and is shifted to a probable change state (high probability state) after the big hit gaming state is finished (in this embodiment, it is changed to a probable change state). At the same time, the state is shifted to the time reduction state (see steps S170 and S178 described later). After the transition to the probability variation state, the probability variation state is maintained until the next big hit occurs (see step S135 described later).

  In this embodiment, there are two types of short-time states: a first short-time state and a second short-time state in which the variation time is further shortened compared to the first short-time state. In this embodiment, when controlled to the first short-time state, the variation pattern of the non-reach PA1-2 for shortening variation can be selected when it is determined to be out of sync with the normal state. As a result, the variation time of the special symbol and the production symbol is reduced on average. Further, in the case of being controlled to the second short time state, only the fluctuation pattern of the super-shortening PB1-1 for the super-shortening fluctuation can be selected when it is determined to be out of place, and even when it is determined to be a big hit By making it possible to select only the fluctuation pattern of the super-shortening PB1-2 for ultra-shortening fluctuation (no reach effect or various roaring effects are performed), the variation time of special symbols and effect symbols is further reduced than in the first short-time state. Is done. In this embodiment, when the first short time state and the second short time state are comprehensively expressed, they are also simply expressed as “short time state”.

  In this embodiment, when the “probability big hit” is reached, after the big hit gaming state, the probable change state is controlled and the first short time state is controlled. In addition, you may make it control to a 2nd time-short state while being controlled to a probability change state.

  In addition, you may make it also change the fluctuation time of a normal symbol further, when it is controlled to the 1st time-short state and when it is controlled to the 2nd time-short state. Specifically, when it is controlled to the first short time state, the fluctuation time of the normal symbol is also shortened compared to the normal state, and the second short time state is controlled to display the fluctuation display of the ultrashort fluctuation. In this case, the fluctuation time of the normal symbol may be further shortened. According to such a configuration, when the variation time of the special symbol is extremely short, the variation time of the normal symbol is also extremely short, thereby making it difficult for the second reserved memory to be lost, and the variation of the first special symbol. It is possible to prevent the occurrence of a disadvantageous situation for the player as much as possible.

  Further, the “ordinary big hit” is a big hit that is controlled to the 15-round big hit gaming state and is not shifted to the probable change state after the big hit gaming state is finished, but is shifted only to the first short time state (step S167 described later). reference). It should be noted that when the “normal big hit” is reached, the second short time state may be controlled. Then, after the transition to the first time-short state, the first time-short state is maintained until the execution of the variation display of the special symbol and the effect symbol is completed a predetermined number of times (for example, 100 times) (see steps S141 to S144 described later). . In this embodiment, even if a big hit occurs after the transition to the first time reduction state and before the execution of the predetermined number of fluctuation displays is finished, the first time reduction state ends (see step S135 described later). ).

  Further, in this embodiment, there are two types of sudden probability variation big hits: “sudden probability variation big hit A” and “sudden probability variation big hit B”. “Suddenly promising big hit B” is the same as “probable big hit” or “normal big hit”, but the number of times of opening the big winning opening is the same at 15 times, but the opening time per time is as short as 0.1 seconds. It is a big hit, and after the big hit game is finished, it is controlled to the probability variation state (high probability state) and to the second time-short state (see steps S177 and S178 described later). After the transition to the probability variation state, the probability variation state is maintained until the next big hit occurs (see step S135 described later).

  In addition, “suddenly promising big hit A” means that the number of times the big prize opening is opened is 15 times compared to “probable big hit” or “normal big hit”, but the opening time per time is 0.1 second. It is a short big hit, and after the big hit game is finished, it is controlled to a probability change state (high probability state). However, whether or not the time-short state is controlled depends on the gaming state when the “suddenly probable big hit A” occurs. In this embodiment, when “probability sudden change big hit A” occurs when the probability change state (high probability state) and the short time state (high base state), control is made to the probability change state after the big hit game ends. At the same time, it is controlled to the second time-short state (see steps S174 and S178 described later). In addition, when it is “probability sudden change big hit A” when it is in the probability change state (high probability state) and not in the short time state (low base state), it is controlled to the probability change state after the end of the big hit game and the first It is controlled to the time-short state (see steps S175 and S178 described later). On the other hand, if it is “suddenly probable big hit A” when it is not in the probable state, it is controlled to the probable state only after the big hit game is over, and not in the short time state (ie, in the high probability / low base state). (Refer to N and S178 in step S172 described later). After the transition to the probability variation state, the probability variation state is maintained until the next big hit occurs (see step S135 described later).

  In other words, in this embodiment, as will be described later, when suddenly probable big hit A or small hit, the common bonus is controlled during the common effect execution period after the big hit gaming state or small hit gaming state ends. During the performance execution period, a common performance is performed in a manner in which it is not possible to recognize whether or not the probability variation state (high probability state) is present (specifically, a common background color (for example, regardless of whether or not the probability variation state is present) , Yellow), the fluctuation display is executed). In such a case, even if the state is not controlled in the short-time state, and suddenly shifts to the short-time state (high base state) based on the fact that the probable big hit A has occurred, The frequency at which the variation time is shortened increases, and the frequency at which the variable winning ball device 15 is in the open state is increased, so that it is possible for the player to guess that the game is in a probable variation state even though the common effect is being executed. As a result, the production effect of the common performance is significantly reduced. Therefore, in this embodiment, when the probability variation big hit A suddenly occurs when not in the probability variation state, it is controlled only in the probability variation state (high probability state) and not in the short time state (high base state). By doing this, it is difficult to guess whether or not it is in a probable state during execution of the common effect.

  In this embodiment, when the gaming state is the probability variation state, the variation display is executed with a background color (for example, red) that can be recognized as the probability variation state, and the gaming state is the short-time state. Is displayed in a background color (for example, green) that can be recognized as a short-time state, and when the gaming state is a normal state, a background color (for example, blue) that can be recognized as a normal state The variable display is executed by. When the common effect is in the execution period, regardless of whether or not the gaming state is the probability variation state, the variation display is executed with the common background color (for example, yellow), so that the probability variation state is achieved. Whether it exists or not is made unrecognizable.

  In addition, the aspect of a common effect is not restricted to what was shown in this embodiment, You may perform with the effect aspects other than the aspect which displays a common background color. For example, in the case of a configuration in which it is possible to recognize whether or not it is in the probability variation state in the variation direction of the production symbol (for example, in the normal state, the symbol is scrolled in the vertical direction and the variation display is performed, whereas in the probability variation state, it is horizontal. The symbol is scrolled in the direction and the variable display is performed.) During the execution period of the common effect, the symbol is scrolled in the vertical direction to display the variable regardless of whether the gaming state is the probable state or not. May be made unrecognizable as to whether or not it is in a probable variation state. In addition, for example, in the case where the type of production symbol is configured so that it can be recognized whether or not it is in a probable variation state (for example, in the normal state, an Arabic numeral production symbol is used, whereas in the probability variation state, a Chinese numeral production symbol is used. If the game state is in the probabilistic state, the variable display is performed using the Arabic numerals in the probable state, regardless of whether or not the game state is in the probable state. Whether or not it exists may be made unrecognizable. In addition, for example, in a case where it is configured to be able to recognize whether or not the character to appear in the production is in a certain change state (for example, the character A is used in the normal state while the character B is used in the certain change state). During the execution period of the common performance, regardless of whether or not the gaming state is the probability variation state, it is recognized whether or not it is the probability variation state by executing the variable display using the common character C. It may be disabled.

  As described above, in this embodiment, even when “small hit” is reached, the big winning opening is opened 15 times for 0.1 seconds, and the big hit gaming state due to “suddenly probable big hit” Similar control is performed. In the case of “small hit”, the game state does not change after the opening of the big winning opening twice, and the game state before “small hit” is maintained (described later). Steps S141 to S145). By doing so, it is made impossible to recognize whether it is “suddenly promising big hit” or “small hit”, and the interest of the game is improved.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 14D and 14E, when the variable display of the first special symbol is executed, it is not always controlled to the second short time state. In the case where the judgment value is assigned to both the sudden probability variation big hit A and the sudden probability variation big hit B that is always controlled to the second short-time state, while the variation display of the second special symbol is executed, A judgment value is assigned only to the sudden probability variation big hit B which is always controlled to the second short time state. Therefore, in this embodiment, when the variation display of the second special symbol is executed, the second when the probability variation big hit suddenly occurs is compared with the case where the variation display of the first special symbol is executed. The interest rate for the game is improved by increasing the ratio controlled to the short-time state.

  Further, in this embodiment, when the probability variation big hit A suddenly occurs while being controlled to the first time-short state, the second time-short state is controlled. Therefore, even when a sudden probability change big hit with low game value occurs, a case can be provided that develops from the first short time state to a more advantageous second short time state, and a sudden probability change big hit with low game value has occurred. In this case, the disappointment of the player can be prevented as much as possible.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 14D and 14E, a decision value is assigned to the probability variation big hit A only when the variable display of the first special symbol is executed. In the case of executing the special symbol variation display, a case is shown in which the judgment value is not assigned to the sudden probability variation big hit A. However, when the second special symbol variation display is executed, the sudden probability variation big hit A is also suddenly displayed. On the other hand, a determination value may be assigned. Even in such a configuration, when the variable display of the second special symbol is executed, the second short time when the sudden probability change big hit occurs compared to the case where the variable display of the first special symbol is executed. There is no change in the ratio that is controlled by the state becomes high. That is, in this embodiment, when the gaming state is controlled to the short time state (high base state), it is easy to start winning at the second starting winning opening 14 (and the second special symbol variable display is preferentially executed). Since the second special symbol variation display is easy to be executed, the fact that the second special symbol variation display is executed means that the gaming state is controlled to the short-time state (high base state). Is expensive. Therefore, when the variation display of the second special symbol is executed, the second game is controlled based on the fact that the gaming state is controlled to the short-time state (high base state) even when suddenly probable big hit A. The ratio controlled to the short time state becomes high.

  The jackpot type determination tables 131a and 131b are numerical values that are compared with a random 1 value, and correspond to "normal jackpot", "probability variation jackpot", "sudden probability variation jackpot A", and "sudden probability variation jackpot B" respectively. Judgment value (big hit type judgment value) is set. When the value of random 1 matches any of the jackpot type determination values, the CPU 56 determines the jackpot type as a type corresponding to the matched jackpot type determination value.

  15A to 15E are explanatory diagrams showing the big hit variation pattern type determination tables 132A to 132E. The jackpot variation pattern type determination tables 132A to 132E, when it is determined that the variable display result is a jackpot symbol, the variation pattern type is changed according to the determination result of the jackpot type, and a random number for determining the variation pattern type. It is a table that is referred to in order to determine one of a plurality of types based on (Random 2).

  Each of the big hit variation pattern type determination tables 132A to 132E includes numerical values (determination values) to be compared with random number (random 2) values for variation pattern type determination, which are normal CA3-1 to normal CA3-2, A determination value corresponding to any one of the variation pattern types of super CA3-3, ultra-short CA3-4, special CA4-1, and special CA4-2 is set.

  For example, the big hit variation pattern type determination table 132A shown in FIG. 15A used when the big hit type is “ordinary big hit”, and FIG. 15B used when the big hit type is “probable big hit”. The allocation of determination values for the variation pattern types of normal CA3-1 to normal CA3-2 and super CA3-3 is different from the big hit variation pattern type determination table 132B.

  As described above, when the big hit variation pattern type determination tables 132A to 132E selected according to the big hit type are compared, the assignment of the determination value to each fluctuation pattern type is different according to the big hit type. Also, determination values are assigned to different variation pattern types depending on the jackpot type. Therefore, different variation pattern types can be determined according to the determination result of whether the big hit type is a plurality of types, and the ratio determined for the same variation pattern type can be varied.

  Further, in this embodiment, when the gaming state is controlled to the second short time state, the second short time big hit variation pattern type determination table shown in FIG. 15C is used. As shown in FIG. 15C, in this embodiment, when the control is performed in the second short time state, the determination value is assigned only to the variation pattern type of the super shortened CA 3-4, and the normal big hit Even if it is a case where the probability variation is a big hit, only the fluctuation pattern of the super shortening PB1-2 of the super shortening fluctuation can be selected. Even when the second short time state is controlled, it is possible to select a variation pattern with normal reach or super reach at a low rate. Even in such a configuration, by making it possible to select the fluctuation pattern of the super-shortening PB1-2 of the super-shortening fluctuation, the fluctuation time can be further reduced by averaging compared to the first short-time state.

  Further, in the big hit variation pattern type determination tables 132D and 132E used when the big hit type is “sudden probability change big hit A” or “sudden probability change big hit B”, for example, the big hit types such as special CA4-1 and special CA4-2 are used. Is a value other than “sudden probability change big hit A” or “sudden probability change big hit B”, a determination value is assigned to a variation pattern type to which no determination value is assigned. Therefore, when controlling to the big hit gaming state according to the variable display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “suddenly probable big hit A” or “suddenly probable big hit B”, “normal big hit” or “probable big hit” "Can be determined to be a different variation pattern type.

  However, in this embodiment, in the case of “sudden probability variation big hit A” among sudden probability variation big hits, the judgment value is assigned only to the special CA4-1. By doing so, in this embodiment, the change pattern that can be selected is the same for sudden sudden change big hit A and small hit case, and when the common effect described later is executed, It prevents the situation where it is recognized.

  FIG. 15F is an explanatory diagram showing a small hit variation pattern type determination table 132F. The variation pattern type determination table 132F for small hits has a plurality of types of variation pattern types based on a random number (random 2) for variation pattern type determination when it is determined that the variable display result is a small hit symbol. It is a table that is referred to in order to determine any of the above. In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 15D, when it is determined to be a small hit, the case where the special CA4-1 is determined as the variation pattern type is shown. .

  FIGS. 16A to 16D are explanatory diagrams showing the deviation variation pattern type determination tables 135A to 135D. Of these, FIG. 16 (A) shows a variation pattern type determination table 135A for loss that is used when the gaming state is the normal state and the total pending storage number is less than three. FIG. 16B shows a variation pattern type determination table 135B for loss that is used when the gaming state is the normal state and the total number of pending storages is 3 or more. FIG. 16C shows a loss variation pattern type determination table 135C used when the gaming state is the first short time state. FIG. 16D shows a loss variation pattern type determination table 135D used when the gaming state is the second short time state. The deviation variation pattern type determination tables 135A to 135D have a plurality of types of variation pattern types based on a random number (random 2) for variation pattern type determination when it is determined that the variable display result is an off-design. It is a table that is referred to in order to determine any of the above.

  Note that the example shown in FIG. 16 shows a case where separate variation pattern type determination tables 135B and 135C are used for the case where the gaming state is the first short-time state and the case where the total pending storage number is 3 or more. However, it may be configured to use a common deviation variation pattern type determination table for the case of the first short time state and the case where the total number of pending storages is 3 or more. In addition, in the example shown in FIG. 16C, a case is shown in which a single deviation variation pattern type determination table 135C for the first time reduction is used, but as a variation pattern type determination table for deviation for the first time reduction state. A plurality of deviation variation pattern determination tables (tables with different ratios of determination values) corresponding to the total number of pending storages may be used. Similarly, in the example shown in FIG. 16 (D), a case is shown in which one variation variation pattern type determination table 135D for the second time reduction is used, but the variation pattern type for deviation for the second time reduction state is used. As the determination table, a plurality of outlier variation pattern determination tables (tables with different ratios of determination values) corresponding to the total number of pending storages may be used.

  In this embodiment, when the gaming state is the normal state, the deviation variation pattern type determination table 135A used when the total pending storage number is less than 3 and the total pending storage number is 3 or more. In this example, two types of tables are used, namely, the deviation variation pattern type determination table 135B. However, the method of dividing the variation variation pattern type determination table is not limited to that shown in this embodiment. For example, a separate deviation variation pattern type determination table may be provided for each value of the total pending storage number (that is, for the total pending storage number 0, for the total pending storage number 1, for the total pending storage number 2) , The deviation variation pattern type determination table for the total pending storage number 3, for the total pending storage number 4... May be used separately). Further, for example, a deviation variation pattern type determination table corresponding to a combination of a plurality of other values of the total number of pending storages may be used. For example, a deviation variation pattern type determination table for the total pending storage number 0-2, the total pending storage number 3, the total pending storage number 4,... May be used.

  Further, in this embodiment, a case is shown in which a plurality of deviation variation pattern type determination tables are provided according to the total number of reserved storages, but deviation variation pattern type determination is performed according to the first and second reserved memory numbers. A plurality of tables may be provided. For example, when the variable display of the first special symbol is performed, a deviation variation pattern type determination table prepared separately for each value of the first reserved memory number may be used (that is, the first reserved memory number). The deviation variation pattern type determination table for 0, for the first reserved memory number, for the first reserved memory number for 2, for the first reserved memory number for three, for the first reserved memory number for four, etc. Each may be used separately). Further, for example, a deviation variation pattern type determination table corresponding to a combination of a plurality of other values of the first reserved storage number may be used. For example, a deviation variation pattern type determination table for the first reserved memory number 0 to 2, the first reserved memory number 3, the first reserved memory number 4, and so on may be used. Even in this case, when the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number are large (for example, 3 or more), it may be configured such that a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with a short variation time is easily selected. .

  Each of the deviation variation pattern type determination tables 135A to 135D includes a numerical value (determination value) to be compared with a random number (random 2) value for variation pattern type determination, which is non-reach CA2-1 to non-reach CA2-. 3. A determination value corresponding to any one of the variation pattern types of normal CA2-4 to normal CA2-6, super CA2-7, and super shortened CA2-8 is set.

  Further, in this embodiment, when the gaming state is controlled to the first short-time state, the first variation-time variation pattern type determination table shown in FIG. 16C is used. As shown in FIG. 16C, in this embodiment, when controlled to the first time-shortening state, the variation pattern of non-reach CA2-3 including the variation pattern of non-reach PA1-2 of shortening variation. The type can be selected.

  Further, in this embodiment, when the gaming state is controlled to the second short time state, the deviation pattern type determination table for the second short time shown in FIG. 16D is used. As shown in FIG. 16D, in this embodiment, when controlled to the second time-short state, the fluctuation of the super shortened CA2-8 including the fluctuation pattern of the super shortened PB1-1 of the super shortened fluctuation. Only the pattern type can be selected. Even when the second short time state is controlled, it is possible to select a variation pattern with normal reach or super reach at a low rate. Even in such a configuration, by making it possible to select the fluctuation pattern of the super-shortening PB1-1 of the super-shortening fluctuation, the fluctuation time can be further reduced by averaging than the first short-time state.

  It should be noted that the time-varying variation pattern type determination table for time shortening shown in FIGS. 16C and 16D is selected only when the variation display of the second special symbol is performed when the time-short state is controlled. In the case where the variation display of the first special symbol is performed, the variation time may not be shortened by using the normal variation variation pattern type determination table shown in FIG. By doing so, the variation display of the first special symbol which is disadvantageous for the player is executed more than the variation display of the second special symbol, and the player cannot receive the benefit of the advantageous state. Can be prevented.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 15, the case where a common jackpot variation pattern type determination table is used regardless of the current gaming state is shown. However, is the current gaming state a probability variation state? Depending on whether the time is short or normal, a big hit variation pattern type determination table prepared separately may be used. In this embodiment, when the total number of pending storages is 3 or more, the variation pattern of shortening variation is determined by selecting the shortening variation pattern type determination table for shortening shown in FIG. Although the case where it is configured so that there is a case is shown, the total number of reserved memories (the first reserved memory number or the second reserved memory number may be used) when the variation pattern of the shortening variation can be selected according to the current gaming state ) May be different. For example, when the gaming state is the normal state, when the total number of reserved memory is 3 (or when the first reserved memory number or the second reserved memory number is 2, for example), The variation pattern type determination table for loss is selected so that the variation pattern of the shortened variation may be determined. When the gaming state is the first short time state or the second short time state, the total number of pending storages is larger. Even in the case of a small 1 or 2 (or even when the number of the first reserved memory or the second reserved memory is 0 or 1), the variation pattern type determination table for shortening is selected to shorten the variation. The variation pattern may be determined in some cases.

  FIGS. 17A and 17B are explanatory views showing hit variation pattern determination tables 137A to 137B stored in the ROM 54. FIG. The hit fluctuation pattern determination tables 137A to 137B determine the fluctuation pattern according to the determination result of the big hit type or the fluctuation pattern type when it is determined that the variable display result is “big hit” or “small hit”. This is a table that is referred to in order to determine a variation pattern as one of a plurality of types based on a random number (random 3). Each of the variation pattern determination tables 137A to 137B is selected as a usage table according to the determination result of the variation pattern type. That is, the hit variation pattern determination table 137A is selected as the use table according to the determination result that the variation pattern type is any one of normal CA3-1 to normal CA3-2, super CA3-3, and super shortened CA3-4. The hit variation pattern determination table 137B is selected as the use table in accordance with the determination result indicating that the variation pattern type is either special CA4-1 or special CA4-2. Each hit variation pattern determination table 137A to 137B is a numerical value (determination value) to be compared with a random pattern random number (random 3) value according to the variation pattern type, and the variable display result of the effect symbol is Data (determination value) corresponding to any of a plurality of types of variation patterns corresponding to the case of “big hit” is included.

  In the example shown in FIG. 17A, the variation pattern type includes a normal CA3-1 that is a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with only normal reach, and a variation pattern type that includes a variation pattern with normal reach and pseudo-ream. A normal CA 3-2, a super CA 3-3 that is a variation pattern including a variation pattern with super reach (which may be accompanied by a pseudo-ream together with a super reach), and a variation pattern type including a variation pattern of a super shortened variation The case where it classify | categorizes into a certain super shortening CA3-4 is shown. In the example shown in FIG. 17B, as the variation pattern types, special CA4-1 that is a variation pattern type including a non-reach variation pattern and special CA4- that is a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with reach are used. 2 shows a case of classification into two. In FIG. 17B, the variation pattern type may be divided according to the presence / absence of a specific effect such as a pseudo-ream or a slip effect instead of being classified according to the presence / absence of reach. In this case, for example, the special CA 4-1 includes a special PG 1-1 and a special PG 2-1 that are fluctuation patterns not accompanied by a specific effect, and the special CA 4-2 includes a special PG 1-2, a special effect PG 1-2, You may comprise so that PG1-3 and special PG2-2 may be included.

  FIG. 18 is an explanatory diagram showing a deviation variation pattern determination table 138A stored in the ROM 54. As shown in FIG. When it is determined that the variable display result is “out of”, the deviation variation pattern determination table 138A is based on a random number (random 3) for variation pattern determination according to the determination result of the variation pattern type. It is a table referred to in order to determine any one of a plurality of types of variation patterns. The deviation variation pattern determination table 138A is selected as a usage table according to the determination result of the variation pattern type.

  FIGS. 19 and 20 are explanatory diagrams showing an example of the contents of the effect control command transmitted by the game control microcomputer 560. In the example shown in FIGS. 19 and 20, the command 80XX (H) is an effect control command (variation pattern command) for designating a variation pattern of the effect symbol that is variably displayed on the effect display device 9 in response to variable display of the special symbol. (Each corresponding to a variation pattern XX). That is, when a unique number is assigned to each of the usable variation patterns shown in FIG. 12, there is a variation pattern command corresponding to each variation pattern specified by the number. “(H)” indicates a hexadecimal number. The effect control command for designating the variation pattern is also a command for designating the start of variation. Therefore, when receiving the command 80XX (H), the effect control microcomputer 100 controls the effect display device 9 to start variable display of effect symbols.

  Commands 8C01 (H) to 8C06 (H) are effect control commands indicating whether or not to make a big hit, whether or not to make a big hit, and a big hit type. The effect control microcomputer 100 determines the display result of the effect symbols in response to the reception of the commands 8C01 (H) to 8C06 (H).

  Command 8D01 (H) is an effect control command (first symbol variation designation command) indicating that variable display (variation) of the first special symbol is started. Command 8D02 (H) is an effect control command (second symbol variation designation command) indicating that variable display (variation) of the second special symbol is started. The first symbol variation designation command and the second symbol variation designation command may be collectively referred to as a special symbol specifying command (or symbol variation designation command). Note that information indicating whether to start variable display of the first special symbol or variable display of the second special symbol may be included in the variation pattern command.

  Command 8F00 (H) is an effect control command (symbol confirmation designation command) indicating that the variable display (fluctuation) of the fourth symbol is terminated and the display result (stop symbol) is derived and displayed. When receiving the symbol confirmation designation command, the effect control microcomputer 100 ends the variable display (fluctuation) of the fourth symbol and derives and displays the display result.

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

  Command 9F00 (H) is an effect control command (customer waiting demonstration designation command) for designating a customer waiting demonstration.

  The commands A001 to A003 (H) are effect control commands for displaying the fanfare screen, that is, designating the start of the big hit game (big hit start designation command: fanfare designation command). The jackpot start designation command includes a jackpot start 1 designation command, a jackpot start designation 2 designation command, and a small hit / sudden probability sudden change jackpot start designation command corresponding to the type of jackpot. Note that the game control microcomputer 560 is configured to transmit a fanfare designation command for sudden start of sudden probability change big hit when it is a sudden chance big hit, but not to send a fanfare designation command for small hit. Also good.

  The command A1XX (H) is an effect control command (special command during opening of a big winning opening) indicating a display during the opening of the big winning opening for the number of times (round) indicated by XX. A2XX (H) is an effect control command (designation command after opening the big winning opening) indicating the closing of the big winning opening for the number of times (round) indicated by XX.

  The command A301 (H) is an effect control command for displaying the jackpot end screen, that is, the end of the jackpot game, and specifying that the jackpot game is a normal jackpot (a jackpot end 1 designation command: an ending 1 designation command). is there. Command A302 (H) is an effect control command for displaying the jackpot end screen, that is, the end of the jackpot game and specifying that it is a probable big hit (big hit end 2 designation command: ending 2 designation command). is there. Command A 303 (H) is an effect control command (small hit / sudden probability sudden change big hit end designation command: ending 3 designation command) that designates the end of the small hit game or the sudden probability change big hit game. The game control microcomputer 560 may be configured to transmit an ending designation command for suddenly probable big hit end designation in the case of a sudden big hit, but not to send an ending designation command in the case of a small hit. Good.

  Command B000 (H) is an effect control command (normal state background designation command) for designating background display when the gaming state is the normal state. Command B001 (H) is an effect control command (time-short state background designation command) for designating a background display when the gaming state is the time-short state (not including the probability variation state). Command B002 (H) is an effect control command (probability change state background designation command) for designating a background display when the gaming state is the probability change state. In this embodiment, a case is shown in which a common time-short state background designation command is transmitted without distinguishing between the first time-short state and the second time-short state, but the game state is further subdivided. A first short-time state background designation command for designating a background display when in a short-time state and a second short-time state background designation command for designating a background display when the gaming state is in a second short-time state are provided. Also good.

  Command C000 (H) is an effect control command (first reserved memory number addition designation command) that specifies that the first reserved memory number has increased by one. Command C100 (H) is an effect control command (second reserved memory number addition designation command) that specifies that the second reserved memory number has increased by one. Command C200 (H) is an effect control command (first reserved memory number subtraction designation command) that specifies that the first reserved memory number has decreased by one. Command C300 (H) is an effect control command (second reserved memory number subtraction designation command) that specifies that the second reserved memory number has decreased by one.

  In this embodiment, a case is shown in which an effect control command indicating that the number of reserved memories is increased or decreased is transmitted for each of the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number. You may make it transmit the production control command which designates itself. In this case, for example, an effect control command for designating which one of the first start prize opening 13 and the second start prize opening 14 has been won is transmitted, and the reserved memory number designation command for designating the reserved memory number is designated as the first. You may make it transmit a common production | presentation control command by 1 reserved memory number and 2nd reserved memory number.

  Further, for example, separate presentation control commands (holding memory number designation commands) may be transmitted when the first holding memory number is designated and when the second holding memory number is designated. In this case, for example, as a reserved memory number designation command, a value that can specify the first reserved memory number or the second reserved memory number as MODE data (for example, “C0 (H) when designating the first reserved memory number) ”And“ C1 (H) ”in the case of designating the second reserved memory number), an effect control command in which the value of the reserved memory number is set as EXT data may be transmitted.

  Also, for example, if the same first reserved memory number is specified, an effect control command specifying the addition or subtraction of the first reserved memory number is transmitted by making the MODE data common and different EXT data. You may do it. For example, when the common MODE data “C0 (H)” is used and the subtraction of the first reserved memory number is designated, the command C000 (H) is transmitted, and the addition of the first reserved memory number is designated. The command C001 (H) may be transmitted. Further, when specifying the second reserved memory number, the MODE data is made different, and when specifying the subtraction of the second reserved memory number, the command C100 (H) is transmitted, and the second reserved memory number is determined. When adding is designated, the command C101 (H) may be transmitted.

  The effect control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the effect control CPU 101) mounted on the effect control board 80 receives the above-described effect control command from the game control microcomputer 560 mounted on the main board 31. Then, the display state of the effect display device 9 is changed according to the contents shown in FIGS. 19 and 20, the display state of the lamp is changed, and the sound number data is output to the audio output board 70. To do.

  For example, the game control microcomputer 560 designates the variation pattern of the effect symbol whenever there is a start prize and variable display of the special symbol is started on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b. The variation pattern command and the display result designation command are transmitted to the production control microcomputer 100.

  In this embodiment, the presentation control command has a 2-byte structure, the first byte represents MODE (command classification), and the second byte represents EXT (command type). The first bit (bit 7) of the MODE data is always set to “1”, and the first bit (bit 7) of the EXT data is always set to “0”. Note that such a command form is an example, and other command forms may be used. For example, a control command composed of 1 byte or 3 bytes or more may be used.

  In addition, as the transmission method of the effect control command, the effect control command data is output from the main board 31 to the effect control board 80 via the relay board 77 by the eight parallel signal lines of the effect control signals CD0 to CD7, In addition to the effect control command data, a method of outputting a pulse-shaped (rectangular wave-shaped) capture signal (effect control INT signal) for instructing capture of the effect control command data is used. The 8-bit effect control command data of the effect control command is output in synchronization with the effect control INT signal. The effect control microcomputer 100 mounted on the effect control board 80 detects that the effect control INT signal has risen, and starts a 1-byte data capturing process through an interrupt process.

  In the example shown in FIG. 19 and FIG. 20, the variable pattern command and the display result designation command are displayed as variable display (variation) of the effect symbol corresponding to the variation of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display 8a and the second special symbol. An effect display that can be used in common with the variable display (variation) of the effect symbol corresponding to the variation of the second special symbol on the symbol display 8b, and that produces an effect with the variable display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. It is possible to prevent an increase in the types of commands transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560 to the effect control microcomputer 100 when controlling the effect parts such as the device 9.

  FIG. 21 is a flowchart showing an example of a special symbol process (step S26) program executed by the game control microcomputer 560 (specifically, the CPU 56) mounted on the main board 31. As described above, in the special symbol process, a process for controlling the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b and the special winning opening is executed. In the special symbol process, the CPU 56 detects that the first start port switch 13a for detecting that the game ball has won the first start winning port 13 or that the game ball has won the second start winning port 14. If the second start opening switch 14a is turned on, that is, if a start winning to the first start winning opening 13 or a start winning to the second start winning opening 14 has occurred, the start opening switch passing process is performed. Execute (Steps S311 and S312). Then, any one of steps S300 to S310 is performed. If the first start winning port switch 13a or the second start port switch 14a is not turned on, any one of steps S300 to S310 is performed according to the internal state.

  The processes in steps S300 to S310 are as follows.

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

  Fluctuation pattern setting process (step S301): This process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 1. Also, the variation pattern is determined, and the variation time in the variation pattern (variable display time: the time from the start of variable display until the display result is derived and displayed (stop display)) is defined as the variation display variation time of the special symbol Decide to do. Also, a variable time timer for measuring the special symbol variable time is started. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (2 in this example) corresponding to step S302.

  Display result designation command transmission process (step S302): This process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 2. Control for transmitting a display result designation command to the production control microcomputer 100 is performed. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (3 in this example) corresponding to step S303.

  Special symbol changing process (step S303): This process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 3. When the variation time of the variation pattern selected in the variation pattern setting process elapses (the variation time timer set in step S301 times out, that is, the variation time timer value becomes 0), the design control microcomputer 100 determines the symbol. Control to transmit the specified command is performed, and the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (4 in this example) corresponding to step S304. The effect control microcomputer 100 controls the effect display device 9 to stop the fourth symbol when receiving the symbol confirmation designation command transmitted by the game control microcomputer 560.

  Special symbol stop process (step S304): executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 4. When the big hit flag is set, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (5 in this example) corresponding to step S305. If the small hit flag is set, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (8 in this example) corresponding to step S308. If neither the big hit flag nor the small hit flag is set, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S300 (in this example, 0). In this embodiment, as will be described later, a special symbol display control for stopping and displaying a special symbol stop symbol in the special symbol display control processing based on the special symbol process flag value of 4. The data is set in the output buffer for setting the special symbol display control data (see FIG. 37), and the special symbol stop symbol is actually stopped and displayed in accordance with the setting contents of the output buffer in the display control processing in step S22.

  Preliminary winning opening opening process (step S305): This is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 5. In the pre-opening process for the big prize opening, control for opening the big prize opening is performed. Specifically, a counter (for example, a counter that counts the number of game balls that have entered the big prize opening) is initialized and the solenoid 21 is driven to open the big prize opening. Also, the execution time of the special prize opening opening process is set by the timer, and the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S306 (6 in this example). The pre-opening process for the big winning opening is executed for each round, but when the first round is started, the pre-opening process for the big winning opening is also a process for starting the big hit game.

  Large winning opening opening process (step S306): This process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 6. A control for transmitting an effect control command for round display during the big hit gaming state to the effect control microcomputer 100, a process for confirming the completion of the closing condition of the big prize opening, and the like are performed. If the closing condition for the special prize opening is satisfied and there are still remaining rounds, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (5 in this example) corresponding to step S305. When all the rounds are completed, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S307 (7 in this example).

  Big hit end process (step S307): executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 7. Control is performed to cause the microcomputer 100 for effect control to perform display control for notifying the player that the big hit gaming state has ended. In addition, processing for setting a flag indicating a gaming state (for example, a probability change flag, a first short time flag, and a second short time flag) is performed. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (0 in this example) corresponding to step S300.

  Small hit release pre-processing (step S308): This process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 8. In the pre-opening process for small hits, control is performed to open the big prize opening. Specifically, a counter (for example, a counter that counts the number of game balls that have entered the big prize opening) is initialized and the solenoid 21 is driven to open the big prize opening. Also, the execution time of the special winning opening opening process is set by the timer, and the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S309 (9 in this example). Note that the pre-opening process for small hits is executed every time the big winning opening during the small hit game is opened. It is also a process to start.

  Small hit release processing (step S309): executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 9. Processing to confirm the establishment of the closing condition of the big prize opening is performed. When the closing condition of the big prize opening is satisfied and the number of opening of the big prize opening still remains, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is set to a value (8 in this example) corresponding to step S308. Update. When all rounds are completed, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S310 (in this example, 10 (decimal number)).

  Small hit end process (step S310): executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 10. Control is performed to cause the microcomputer 100 for effect control to perform display control for notifying the player that the small hit gaming state has ended. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (0 in this example) corresponding to step S300.

  FIG. 22 is a flowchart showing the start port switch passing process in step S312. In the start port switch passing process, the CPU 56 first checks whether or not the first start port switch 13a is in an ON state (step S211). If the first start port switch 13a is not in the ON state, the process proceeds to step S217. If the first start port switch 13a is on, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the first reserved memory number has reached the upper limit value (specifically, the first reserved memory for counting the first reserved memory number). It is confirmed whether or not the value of the number counter is 4 (step S212). If the first reserved storage number has reached the upper limit value, the process proceeds to step S217.

  If the first reserved memory number has not reached the upper limit value, the CPU 56 increases the value of the first reserved memory number counter by 1 (step S213), and the value of the total reserved memory number counter for counting the total reserved memory number Is increased by 1 (step S214). Next, the CPU 56 extracts values from the random number circuit 503 and a counter for generating software random numbers, and executes a process of storing them in a storage area in the first reserved storage buffer (see FIG. 23) (step S215). . In the process of step S215, a random R (big hit determination random number) that is a hardware random number, a big hit type determination random number (random 1) that is a software random number, a variation pattern type determination random number (random 2), and a variation pattern A random number for determination (random 3) is extracted and stored in the storage area. Note that the variation pattern type determination random number (random 2) and the variation pattern determination random number (random 3) are not extracted and stored in advance in the storage area in the start port switch passing process (at the time of start winning). You may make it extract at the time of the change start of 1 special symbol. For example, the game control microcomputer 560 directly extracts a value from a variation pattern type determination random number counter for generating a variation pattern type determination random number (random 2) in a variation pattern setting process to be described later, A value may be directly extracted from a variation pattern determination random number counter for generating a determination random number (random 3).

  FIG. 23 is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of an area (hold buffer) for storing random numbers and the like corresponding to the hold memory. As shown in FIG. 23, a storage area corresponding to the upper limit value (4 in this example) of the first reserved storage number is secured in the first reserved storage buffer. In addition, a storage area corresponding to the upper limit value of the second reserved storage number (4 in this example) is secured in the second reserved storage buffer. In this embodiment, the first reserved storage buffer and the second reserved storage buffer include a random R (big hit determination random number) that is a hardware random number, a big hit type determination random number (random 1) that is a software random number, a variation A random number for pattern type determination (random 2) and a random number for variation pattern determination (random 3) are stored. The first reserved storage buffer and the second reserved storage buffer are formed in the RAM 55.

  Then, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit the first reserved memory number addition designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S216).

  Next, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the second start port switch 14a is on (step S217). If the second start port switch 14a is not in the ON state, the process is terminated as it is. If the second start port switch 14a is in the ON state, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the second reserved memory number has reached the upper limit value (specifically, the second reserved memory for counting the second reserved memory number). It is confirmed whether or not the value of the number counter is 4 (step S218). If the second reserved storage number has reached the upper limit value, the processing is terminated as it is.

  If the second reserved memory number has not reached the upper limit value, the CPU 56 increases the value of the second reserved memory number counter by 1 (step S219), and the value of the aggregate reserved memory number counter for counting the total reserved memory number Is increased by 1 (step S220). Next, the CPU 56 extracts values from the random number circuit 503 and a counter for generating software random numbers, and executes a process of storing them in a storage area in the second reserved storage buffer (see FIG. 23) (step S221). . In the process of step S221, a random R (big hit determination random number) that is a hardware random number, a big hit type determination random number (random 1) that is a software random number, a variation pattern type determination random number (random 2), and a variation pattern A random number for determination (random 3) is extracted and stored in the storage area. It should be noted that the random number for random pattern determination (random 3) is not extracted and stored in the storage area in advance in the start-port switch passing process (at the time of start winning), but is extracted at the start of the variation of the second special symbol. May be. For example, the game control microcomputer 560 may directly extract a value from a variation pattern determination random number counter for generating a variation pattern determination random number (random 3) in a variation pattern setting process described later.

  Then, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit the second reserved memory number addition designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S222).

  24 and 25 are flowcharts showing the special symbol normal process (step S300) in the special symbol process. In the special symbol normal process, the CPU 56 confirms the value of the total pending storage number (step S51). Specifically, the count value of the total pending storage number counter is confirmed. If the total pending storage number is 0, if the customer waiting demonstration designation command has not yet been transmitted, control is performed to send the customer waiting demonstration designation command to the production control microcomputer 100 (step S51A). finish. For example, when the CPU 56 transmits a customer waiting demonstration designation command in step S51A, the CPU 56 sets a customer waiting demonstration designation command transmitted flag indicating that the customer waiting demonstration designation command has been transmitted. When the special symbol normal processing after the next timer interruption is executed after sending the customer waiting demo designation command, the customer waiting demonstration request command is repeatedly set based on the fact that the customer waiting demo designation command transmission completed flag is set. Control should be performed so that the demo designation command is not transmitted. In this case, the customer waiting demonstration designation command transmission completion flag may be reset when the next special symbol variation display is started.

  If the total reserved memory number is not 0, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the second reserved memory number is 0 (step S52). Specifically, it is confirmed whether or not the value of the second reserved memory number counter is zero. If the second reserved memory number is not 0, the CPU 56 has a special symbol pointer (a flag indicating whether the special symbol process is being performed for the first special symbol or the special symbol process is being performed for the second special symbol). Is set to data indicating “second” (step S53). If the second reserved memory number is 0 (that is, only the first reserved memory number is accumulated), the CPU 66 sets data indicating “first” in the special symbol pointer (step S54).

  In this embodiment, by executing the processing of steps S52 to S54, the variation display of the second special symbol is executed with priority over the variation display of the first special symbol. In other words, control is performed so that the second start condition for starting the variable display of the second special symbol is established in preference to the first start condition for starting the variable display of the first special symbol.

  Next, the CPU 56 reads out each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the reserved storage number = 1 indicated by the special symbol pointer in the RAM 55 and stores it in the random number buffer area of the RAM 55 (step S55). Specifically, when the special symbol pointer indicates “first”, the CPU 56 determines each disturbance stored in the storage area corresponding to the first reserved memory number = 1 in the first reserved memory number buffer. The numerical value is read and stored in the random number buffer area of the RAM 55. In addition, when the special symbol pointer indicates “second”, the CPU 56 reads each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the second reserved memory number = 1 in the second reserved memory number buffer. And stored in the random number buffer area of the RAM 55.

  Then, the CPU 56 decrements the count value of the reserved storage number counter indicated by the special symbol pointer, and shifts the contents of each storage area (step S56). Specifically, when the special symbol pointer indicates “first”, the CPU 56 decrements the count value of the first reserved memory number counter by 1 and saves each storage area in the first reserved memory number buffer. Shift the contents of. When the special symbol pointer indicates “second”, the count value of the second reserved memory number counter is decremented by 1, and the contents of each storage area in the second reserved memory number buffer are shifted.

  That is, when the special symbol pointer indicates “first”, the CPU 56 saves the first reserved memory number = n (n = 2, 3, 4) in the first reserved memory number buffer of the RAM 55. Are stored in a storage area corresponding to the first reserved memory number = n−1. Further, when the special symbol pointer indicates “second”, it is stored in the storage area corresponding to the second reserved memory number = n (n = 2, 3, 4) in the second reserved memory number buffer of the RAM 55. Each random number value is stored in a storage area corresponding to the second reserved memory number = n−1.

  Therefore, the order in which each random value stored in each storage area corresponding to each first reserved memory number (or each second reserved memory number) is extracted is always the first reserved memory number (or (Second reserved storage number) = 1, 2, 3, 4 in order.

  Then, the CPU 56 decreases the value of the total pending storage number by one. That is, 1 is subtracted from the count value of the total pending storage number counter (step S58). The CPU 56 stores the value of the total pending storage number counter before the count value is decremented by 1 in a predetermined area of the RAM 55.

  Moreover, CPU56 performs control which transmits a background designation | designated command to the microcomputer 100 for effect control according to the present game state (step S60). In this case, when the probability variation flag indicating the probability variation state is set, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a probability variation state background designation command. Further, when the probability variation flag is not set, the CPU 56 sets the first short time flag indicating the first short time state or the second short time flag indicating the second short time state. Controls to send a short-time state background designation command. Further, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a normal state background designation command when none of the probability variation flag, the first time reduction flag, and the second time reduction flag is set.

  In this embodiment, the background designation command is transmitted every time for each variation. For example, it is determined at the start of the variation whether or not the gaming state has changed since the previous variation. Only when the state changes, the background designation command corresponding to the changed gaming state may be transmitted. With such a configuration, the number of transmissions of the background designation command can be reduced, and the processing burden on the game control microcomputer 560 can be reduced.

  Specifically, when the CPU 56 transmits an effect control command to the effect control microcomputer 100, the address of the command transmission table corresponding to the effect control command (preliminarily set for each command in the ROM) is given. Set to pointer. Then, the address of the command transmission table corresponding to the effect control command is set in the pointer, and the effect control command is transmitted in the effect symbol command control process (step S30). In this embodiment, when the variation of the special symbol is started, the effect control microcomputer in the order of the background designation command, the variation pattern command, the display result designation command, and the reserved memory number subtraction designation command for each timer interrupt. 100 will be transmitted. Specifically, when the change of the special symbol is started, first, the background designation command is transmitted, the variation pattern command is transmitted after 4 ms elapses, the display result designation command is transmitted after elapse of 4 ms, and further after 4 ms elapses. A pending storage count subtraction designation command is transmitted. In addition, the symbol variation designation command (the first symbol variation designation command, the second symbol variation designation command) is also transmitted when the special symbol variation starts, but the symbol variation designation command is the same timer interrupt as the variation pattern command. Is transmitted to the production control microcomputer 100.

  In the special symbol normal process, first, data indicating “first” indicating that the process is executed for the first start winning opening 13, that is, “first” indicating that the process is executed for the first special symbol. ”Or“ second ”indicating that the process is performed on the second special symbol, that is,“ second ”indicating that the process is performed on the second start winning opening 14. Data is set in the special symbol pointer. In the subsequent processing in the special symbol process, processing corresponding to the data set in the special symbol pointer is executed. Therefore, the process of steps S300 to S310 can be made common between the case of targeting the first special symbol and the case of targeting the second special symbol.

  Next, the CPU 56 reads a random R (a jackpot determination random number) from the random number buffer area and executes a jackpot determination module. In this case, the CPU 56 reads out the jackpot determination random number extracted in steps S215 and S221 of the start port switch passing process and stored in advance in the first hold storage buffer and the second hold storage buffer, and performs the jackpot determination. The big hit determination module compares a big hit determination value or a small hit determination value (see FIG. 14) determined in advance with a big hit determination random number, and executes a process of determining a big hit or a small hit if they match. It is a program to do. That is, it is a program that executes a big hit determination or a small hit determination process.

  The jackpot determination process is configured such that when the gaming state is a probable change state (high probability state), the probability of a big hit is higher than when the gaming state is a non-probability change state (normal game state and short-time state). ing. Specifically, a jackpot determination table at the time of probability change in which a large number of jackpot determination values are set in advance (a table in which the value on the right side of FIG. 14A in the ROM 54 is set) and the number of jackpot determination values are variable. There is provided a normal big hit determination table (a table in which the numerical values on the left side of FIG. 14A in the ROM 54 are set) set to be smaller than the big hit determination table. Then, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the gaming state is a probability variation state. If the gaming state is a probability variation state, the jackpot determination process is performed using the probability variation jackpot determination table, and the gaming state is normal. When in the gaming state or the short-time state, the big hit determination process is performed using the normal big hit determination table. That is, when the value of the big hit determination random number (random R) matches one of the big hit determination values shown in FIG. 14A, the CPU 56 determines that the special symbol is a big hit. When it is determined to be a big hit (step S61), the process proceeds to step S71. Note that deciding whether to win or not is to decide whether or not to shift to the big hit gaming state, but to decide whether or not to stop the special symbol display as a big hit symbol. There is also.

  Note that whether or not the current gaming state is the probability variation state is determined by whether or not the probability variation flag is set. The probability variation flag is set when the gaming state is shifted to the probability variation state, and is reset when the probability variation state is terminated. Specifically, it is determined to be a probable big hit or suddenly probable big hit, and is set in the process of ending the big hit game. Reset at timing.

  If the value of the big hit determination random number (random R) does not match any of the big hit determination values (N in step S61), the CPU 56 uses the small hit determination table (see FIGS. 14B and 14C). Then, the small hit determination process is performed. That is, when the value of the big hit determination random number (random R) matches one of the small hit determination values shown in FIGS. 14B and 14C, the CPU 56 determines that the special symbol is a small hit. In this case, the CPU 56 confirms the data indicated by the special symbol pointer. If the data indicated by the special symbol pointer is “first”, the small hit determination table (for the first special symbol) shown in FIG. ) To determine whether or not to make a small hit. If the data indicated by the special symbol pointer is “second”, it is determined whether or not to make a small hit using the small hit determination table (for the second special symbol) shown in FIG. . If it is determined to be a small hit (step S62), the CPU 56 sets a small hit flag indicating a small hit (step S63), and proceeds to step S75.

  If the value of the random R does not match either the big hit determination value or the small hit determination value (N in step S62), that is, if it is out of place, the process proceeds to step S75 as it is.

  In step S71, the CPU 56 sets a big hit flag indicating that it is a big hit. Then, the jackpot type determination table indicated by the special symbol pointer is selected as a table used to determine the jackpot type as one of a plurality of types (step S72). Specifically, when the special symbol pointer indicates “first”, the CPU 56 selects the jackpot type determination table 131a for the first special symbol shown in FIG. Further, when the special symbol pointer indicates “second”, the CPU 56 selects the jackpot type determination table 131b for the second special symbol shown in FIG.

  Next, the CPU 56 uses the selected jackpot type determination table to select a type (“normal jackpot”, “probability change”) corresponding to the value of the random number for random determination (random 1) stored in the random number buffer area. "Big hit", "Sudden probability change big hit A", "Sudden probability change big hit B") are determined as the types of big hit (step S73). In this case, the CPU 56 reads out the jackpot type determination random numbers extracted in steps S215 and S221 of the start port switch passing process and stored in advance in the first hold memory buffer and the second hold memory buffer, and determines the jackpot type. . Further, in this case, as shown in FIGS. 14D and 14E, when the variation display of the first special symbol is executed, it is compared with the case where the variation display of the second special symbol is executed. Therefore, the rate at which suddenly probable big hits are selected is high. In other words, when the variable display of the second special symbol is executed, the game value is higher than the case where the variable display of the first special symbol is executed. Is a long 29 seconds and high euphoria) The ratio of normal jackpots and probable big hits is high.

  Further, the CPU 56 sets data indicating the determined jackpot type in the jackpot type buffer in the RAM 55 (step S74). For example, when the big hit type is “normal big hit”, “01” is set as data indicating the big hit type, and when the big hit type is “probable big hit”, “02” is set as the data indicating the big hit type, When the big hit type is “suddenly probable big hit A”, “03” is set as data indicating the big hit type, and when the big hit type is “suddenly probable big hit B”, “04” is set as data indicating the big hit type Is done.

  Next, the CPU 56 determines a special symbol stop symbol (step S75). Specifically, when neither the big hit flag nor the small hit flag is set, “−” which is a loss symbol is determined as a special symbol stop symbol. When the big hit flag is set, depending on the decision result of the big hit type, one of “1”, “3”, “7”, “9”, which becomes the big hit symbol, is determined as the special symbol stop symbol To do. That is, when the big hit type is determined to be “suddenly probable big hit A”, “1” is determined as the special symbol stop symbol, and when “normal big hit” is determined, “3” is specified as the special symbol stop symbol. If it is determined to be “probable big hit”, “7” is decided as a special symbol stop symbol, and if the big hit type is “suddenly probable big hit B”, “9” is designated as a special symbol stop symbol To decide. When the small hit flag is set, “5” as the small hit symbol is determined as the special symbol stop symbol.

  In this embodiment, the case where the jackpot type is first determined and the stop symbol of the special symbol corresponding to the determined jackpot type is shown, but the method for determining the jackpot type and the stop symbol of the special symbol is as follows. It is not limited to what is shown in the embodiment. For example, a table in which a special symbol stop symbol and a jackpot type are associated in advance is prepared, and when a special symbol stop symbol is first determined based on the random number for determining the big hit type, the corresponding jackpot is determined based on the determination result. You may comprise so that a classification may also be determined.

  Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the variation pattern setting process (step S301) (step S76).

  FIG. 26 is a flowchart showing the variation pattern setting process (step S301) in the special symbol process. In the variation pattern setting process, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the big hit flag is set (step S80). When the big hit flag is set, the CPU 56 checks whether or not it is decided to set the sudden probability change big hit A or the sudden probability change big hit B (step S81). Specifically, the CPU 56 determines that the sudden probability variation big hit A or the sudden probability variation big hit B is determined by determining whether “03” or “04” is set in the big hit type buffer. It can be confirmed whether or not (see step S74). If neither the sudden probability change big hit A nor the sudden probability change big hit B is found, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the second time reduction flag is set (step S82). If the second time shortening flag is set, the CPU 56 uses the second time shortening jackpot variation pattern type determination table 132C (see FIG. 5) as a table used to determine one of a plurality of variation pattern types. 15 (C)) is selected (step S83). If the sudden probability change big hit A or the sudden probability change big hit B is determined in step S81, or if the second time reduction flag is not set in step S82, the CPU 56 sets the variation pattern type to one of a plurality of types. One of the big hit variation pattern type determination tables 132A, 132B, 132D, and 132E (see FIGS. 15A, 15B, (D), and (E)) is selected as a table used for determination (see FIG. 15). Step S84). Then, control goes to a step S94.

  In this embodiment, when the processing of steps S81 to S83 is executed, when the normal big hit or the probable big hit is obtained in the second short time state, the big hit variation pattern type for the second short time The determination table 132C is selected and the fluctuation pattern of the super-shortening PB1-2 for the super-shortening fluctuation is controlled to be selected, but even in the case of sudden probability change big hit A, sudden probability change big hit B, or small hit, A variation pattern for shortening variation may be selectable.

  When the big hit flag is not set, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the small hit flag is set (step S85). When the small hit flag is set, the CPU 56 uses a small hit variation pattern type determination table 132F (FIG. 15F) as a table used to determine one of a plurality of variation pattern types. )) Is selected (step S86). Then, control goes to a step S94.

  If the small hit flag is not set, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the first short time flag indicating that the first short time state is set (step S87). Note that the first time reduction flag is set when the gaming state is shifted to the first time reduction state (including the time of transition to the probability change state), and is reset when the first time reduction state is ended. Specifically, it is usually decided to be a big hit, a probable big hit, or suddenly a probable big hit A during a high probability / low base state, and is set in the process of ending the big hit game. Is determined, the special symbol change display is terminated and the stop symbol is reset at the timing of stop display. If the first time reduction flag is set (Y in step S87), the CPU 56 uses the fluctuation pattern for the first time reduction as a table used to determine the variation pattern type as one of a plurality of types. The type determination table 135C (see FIG. 16C) is selected (step S88). Then, control goes to a step S94.

  If the first time reduction flag is not set (N in step S87), the CPU 56 checks whether or not the second time reduction flag indicating the second time reduction state is set (step S89). Note that the second time reduction flag is set when the gaming state shifts to the second time reduction state, and is reset when the second time reduction state ends. Specifically, it is determined to be sudden probability change big hit B or sudden probability change big hit A during the high probability / high base state, and is set in the process of ending the big hit game, and when it is determined to be big hit, The change display is reset when the stop display is stopped and the stop symbol is stopped. If the second time shortening flag is set (Y in step S89), the CPU 56 uses the variation pattern for loss for the second time shortening as a table used to determine the variation pattern type as one of a plurality of types. The type determination table 135D (see FIG. 16D) is selected (step S90). Then, control goes to a step S94.

  If the second time reduction flag is not set (N in Step S89), the CPU 56 checks whether or not the total pending storage number is 3 or more (Step S91). If the total number of pending storages is less than 3 (N in step S91), the CPU 56 uses the variation pattern type determination table 135A for detachment as a table used to determine the variation pattern type as one of a plurality of types. 16A) is selected (step S92). Then, control goes to a step S94.

  When the total number of pending storages is 3 or more (Y in step S91), the CPU 56 uses the variation pattern type determination table for detachment as a table used to determine one of the plurality of variation pattern types. 135B (see FIG. 16B) is selected (step S93). Then, control goes to a step S94.

  In this embodiment, when the total number of pending storages is 3 or more by executing the processing of steps S87 to S93, the variation pattern type determination table 135B for loss shown in FIG. 16B is selected. The Further, when the gaming state is the first short-time state (including the case of the probability variation state), the deviation variation pattern type determination table 135C shown in FIG. 16C is selected. In this case, non-reach CA2-3 may be determined as the variation pattern type in the process of step S94, which will be described later. If the variation pattern type of non-reach CA2-3 is determined, the process changes in step S96. Short reach variation non-reach PA1-2 is determined as a pattern (see FIG. 18). Therefore, in this embodiment, when the gaming state is the first short time state (including the case where the probability variation state is included), or when the total pending storage number is 3 or more, the variation display of the shortening variation is performed. There is. Further, when the gaming state is the second short time state, the deviation variation pattern type determination table 135D shown in FIG. 16D is selected. In this case, ultrashort CA2-8 is determined as the variation pattern type in the process of step S94, which will be described later, and ultrashort PB1-1 of the ultrashort variation is determined as the variation pattern in the process of step S96 (see FIG. 18). Therefore, in this embodiment, when the gaming state is in the second short time state, the change display of the super short variation is performed, and the fluctuation time is further shortened compared to the first short time state.

  In this embodiment, a variation pattern type determination table for shortening variation (see FIG. 16C) used in the first time reduction state and a variation pattern type determination table for shortening variation based on the number of reserved storages (FIG. 16). (B) is a different table, but a common table may be used as a variation pattern type determination table for shortening variation.

  In this embodiment, even when the gaming state is the first short time state or the second short time state, the total pending storage number is almost 0 (for example, 0, 0, or 1). In some cases, the fluctuation display of the shortening fluctuation or the super-shortening fluctuation may not be performed. In this case, for example, when the CPU 56 determines Y in step S87 or step S89, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the total pending storage number is almost zero. The variation pattern type determination table 135A (see FIG. 16A) may be selected.

  Next, the CPU 56 reads random 2 (random number for variation pattern type determination) from the random number buffer area (first reserved storage buffer or second reserved storage buffer), and in steps S83, S84, S86, S88, S90, S92 or S93. By referring to the table selected in the process, the variation pattern type is determined as one of a plurality of types (step S94). In the case where the random number 2 (variation pattern type determination random number) is not extracted at the start winning timing, the CPU 56 determines the variation pattern type for generating the random number for variation pattern type determination (random 2). A value may be directly extracted from the random number counter for use, and the variation pattern type may be determined based on the extracted random value.

  Next, the CPU 56 uses the hit variation pattern determination tables 137A and 137B (see FIG. 17) as tables used to determine the variation pattern as one of a plurality of types based on the determination result of the variation pattern type in step S94. ), One of the deviation variation pattern determination table 138A (see FIG. 18) is selected (step S95). Further, the random pattern 3 (random number for variation pattern determination) is read from the random number buffer area (first reserved storage buffer or second reserved storage buffer), and the variation pattern is determined by referring to the variation pattern determination table selected in step S95. Is determined as one of a plurality of types (step S96). When the random number 3 (variation pattern determination random number) is not extracted at the timing of the start winning prize, the CPU 56 uses the variation pattern determination random number counter for generating the variation pattern determination random number (random 3). The value may be directly extracted from the data, and the variation pattern may be determined based on the extracted random number value.

  Next, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit the symbol variation designation command indicated by the special symbol pointer to the production control microcomputer 100 (step S97). Specifically, when the special symbol pointer indicates “first”, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a first symbol variation designation command. In addition, when the special symbol pointer indicates “second”, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a second symbol variation designation command. Further, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit an effect control command (variation pattern command) corresponding to the determined variation pattern to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S98).

  Next, the CPU 56 sets a value corresponding to the variation time corresponding to the selected variation pattern in the variation time timer formed in the RAM 55 (step S99). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the display result designation command transmission process (step S302) (step S100).

  In the case where it is determined to be out of place, instead of suddenly determining the variation pattern type, first, it may be determined whether or not to reach by a lottery process using a random number for reach determination. Then, based on the determination result as to whether or not to reach, the processing of steps S87 to S93 and S94 may be executed to determine the variation pattern type. In this case, the variation pattern type determination table for non-reach (including the variation pattern types of non-reach CA2-1 to non-reach CA2-3 and ultra-short CA2-8 shown in FIG. 16) and the variation pattern for reach. A type determination table (including normal CA2-4 to normal CA2-6 and super CA2-7 variation pattern types shown in FIG. 16) is prepared, and any variation pattern type is determined based on the reach determination result. The determination table may be selected to determine the variation pattern type.

  In addition, when determining whether or not to reach by a lottery process using a reach determination random number, depending on the total reserved memory number (which may be the first reserved memory number or the second reserved memory number), Reach determination tables with different selection ratios may be selected, and it may be determined whether or not to reach so that the reach probability decreases as the number of reserved memories increases.

  FIG. 27 is a flowchart showing the display result designation command transmission process (step S302). In the display result designation command transmission process, the CPU 56 transmits any effect control command (refer to FIG. 19) of one of the display results 1 to 6 of the display results 6 according to the determined big hit type, small hit, and loss. Control. Specifically, the CPU 56 first checks whether or not the big hit flag is set (step S101). If not set, the process proceeds to step S109. When the big hit flag is set, if the big hit type is a probable big hit, control is performed to transmit a display result 3 designation command (steps S102 and S103). Specifically, whether or not it is a probable big hit can be determined by checking whether or not the data set in the big hit type buffer in step S74 of the special symbol normal process is “02”.

  Further, when the big hit type is suddenly probable big hit A, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a display result 4 designation command (steps S104 and S105). Whether or not it is suddenly probable big hit A can be specifically determined by checking whether or not the data set in the big hit type buffer in step S74 of the special symbol normal processing is “03”. .

  Further, when the big hit type is suddenly probable big hit B, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a display result 5 designation command (steps S106 and S107). Whether or not it is suddenly probable big hit B can be specifically determined by checking whether or not the data set in the big hit type buffer in step S74 of the special symbol normal processing is “04”. .

  When neither the probability variation big hit, the sudden probability variation big hit A, or the sudden probability variation big hit B (that is, when it is a normal big hit), the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a display result 2 designation command (step SS108).

  On the other hand, when the big hit flag is not set (N in step S101), the CPU 56 checks whether or not the small hit flag is set (step S109). If the small hit flag is set, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a display result 6 designation command (step S110). When the small hit flag is not set (N in Step S109), that is, when it is out of place, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a display result 1 designation command (Step S111).

  Then, the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol changing process (step S303) (step S112).

  FIG. 28 is a flowchart showing the special symbol changing process (step S303) in the special symbol process. In the special symbol changing process, the CPU 56 first checks whether or not a pending storage number subtraction designation command has already been transmitted (step S121). Whether or not the pending storage number subtraction designation command has already been transmitted indicates, for example, that the pending storage number subtraction designation command has been transmitted when the pending storage number subtraction designation command is transmitted in step S122 described later. The stored number subtraction designation command transmission completion flag may be set, and in step S121, it may be confirmed whether or not the pending storage number subtraction designation command transmission completion flag is set. Also, in this case, the set reserved memory number subtraction designation command transmission completion flag is reset by special symbol stop processing or jackpot end processing, which will be described later, when the special symbol fluctuation display is terminated or when the big jackpot is terminated. That's fine.

  Next, if the reserved memory number subtraction designation command has not been transmitted, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit the reserved memory number subtraction designation command indicated by the special symbol pointer to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S122). In this case, when a value indicating “first” is set in the special symbol pointer, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a first reserved memory number subtraction designation command. If a value indicating “second” is set in the special symbol pointer, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a second reserved memory number subtraction designation command.

  Next, the CPU 56 subtracts 1 from the variable time timer (step S125). When the variable time timer times out (step S126), the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a symbol confirmation designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S127). Then, the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol stop process (step S304) (step S128). If the variable time timer has not timed out, the process ends.

  FIG. 29 is a flowchart showing the special symbol stop process (step S304) in the special symbol process. In the special symbol stop process, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the big hit flag is set (step S130). When the big hit flag is set, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the probability variation flag is set (step S131). If the probability variation flag is set, the CPU 56 sets a probability variation storage flag for storing that the probability variation state has been controlled until the current big hit occurs (step S132). Next, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the first time reduction flag or the second time reduction flag is set (step S133). If the first time-short flag or the second time-short flag is set, the CPU 56 stores the time-short memory for storing that the first time-short state or the second time-short state is controlled until the current big hit occurs. A flag is set (step S134). Next, if it is set, the CPU 56 sets a probability change flag indicating the probability change state, a first time reduction flag indicating the first time reduction state, and a second time reduction flag indicating the second time reduction state. Reset (step S135). If it is set, the hourly number counter is also reset. If it is set, the CPU 56 resets the high-accuracy output permission flag (step S136).

  Next, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a big hit start designation command to the production control microcomputer 100 (step S137). Specifically, when the type of jackpot is normally jackpot, a jackpot start 1 designation command is transmitted. If the jackpot type is a probabilistic jackpot, a jackpot start 2 designation command is transmitted. When the big hit type is sudden probability change big hit, a small hit / sudden probability sudden change big hit start designation command is transmitted. Whether the big hit type is a normal big hit, a probable big hit or a sudden probable big hit is determined based on the data indicating the big hit type stored in the RAM 55 (data stored in the big hit type buffer). .

  In addition, the CPU 56 sets a value corresponding to the jackpot display time (time for notifying that the jackpot has occurred, for example, in the effect display device 9) in the timer before opening the big prize opening (step S138). The timer before opening the big winning opening is a timer for measuring the time until the big winning opening is released during the big hit game or the small hit game. Specifically, at the start of the big hit game, in step S138, the time required from the start of the variable display to the start of the first round (the variable display is stopped on the production control microcomputer 100 side and the jackpot symbol is displayed). The time before the first round is started until the start of the first round is set as the pre-opening timer. For the first and subsequent rounds, the interval time between the rounds (apparatus at the time of performing the interval effect between the rounds on the effect control microcomputer 100 side) is set as the timer before opening the big prize opening.

  Further, the CPU 56 sets the number of times of opening in a number-of-opening counter (a counter for counting the number of times of opening of the big winning opening during the big hit game or the small hit game) (step S139). In this embodiment, it is assumed that the fixed number of times is set to 15 in the opening number counter without distinguishing the jackpot type. It should be noted that a different number of times may be set in the opening number counter according to the big hit type. For example, in the case of a normal big hit or a probability variation big hit, the opening number counter may be set to 15 times, and in the case of a sudden probability variation big hit A or a sudden probability variation big hit B, the opening number counter may be set to two times. . Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the pre-opening process for the special winning opening (step S305) (step S140).

  On the other hand, if the big hit flag is not set in step S130, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the value of the time reduction counter for counting the number of fluctuations of the special symbol in the first time reduction state is 0 (step S130). S141). If the value of the time reduction counter is not 0 (in this case, it is a case where the time reduction counter is set while being controlled to the first time reduction state based on the normal big hit), the CPU 56 executes the time reduction count. The counter value is decremented by -1 (step S142). When the value of the time reduction counter after subtraction becomes 0 (step S143), the CPU 56 resets the first time reduction flag (step S144).

  Next, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the small hit flag is set (step S145). If the small hit flag is set, the CPU 56 transmits a small hit / suddenly probable big hit start designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S146). Further, a value corresponding to the small hit display time (time for notifying the occurrence of the small hit in the effect display device 9, for example) is set in the timer before opening the big prize opening (step S147). In the case of a small hit game, at the start of the small hit game, in step S147, the time required from the start of the variable display to the start of the small hit game is set in the timer before opening the big prize opening. . Further, during the small hit game, an interval time between each opening of the big winning opening is set in the timer before the big winning opening.

  Further, the CPU 56 sets the number of times of opening in the number of times of opening counter (step S148). In this embodiment, 15 times is set in the opening number counter in step S148. When a different number of times is set according to the big hit type in step S139, for example, in the case of sudden probability change big hit A or sudden probability change big hit B, when the opening number counter is set twice, even in step S148 You may make it set 2 times to an opening frequency counter. Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the small hit start pre-processing (step S308) (step S149).

  If the small hit flag is not set (N in step S145), the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol normal process (step S300) (step S150).

  FIG. 30 is a flowchart showing the pre-opening process for the big prize opening (step S305) executed before each round in the big hit game. In the process for pre-opening the big prize opening, the CPU 56 decrements the value of the timer before opening the big prize opening by -1 (step S1470). When the timer before opening the big prize opening times out (the value of the timer before opening the big prize opening is 0) (step S1471), the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a designation command during opening of the big prize opening (step S1473). In addition, the CPU 56 initializes a winning number counter (step S1474). That is, the value of the winning number counter is set to zero.

  Next, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the sudden probability variation big hit A or the sudden probability variation big hit B (step S1475). Specifically, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the big hit type buffer value set in step S74 is “03” indicating the sudden probability change big hit A or “04” indicating the sudden probability change big hit B. When the sudden probability change big hit A or the sudden probability change big hit B, the CPU 56 sets a value corresponding to the open time (for example, 0.1 second) in the open time timer (step S1476). If neither the sudden probability change big hit A nor the sudden probability change big hit B is found, the CPU 56 sets a value corresponding to the open time (for example, 29 seconds) in the open time timer (step S1477).

  Next, the CPU 56 controls the special winning opening (a bonus item) to be in an open state. Specifically, the solenoid 21 is driven to open the opening / closing plate 16 (step S1478). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the special winning opening opening process (step S306) (step S1479).

  FIG. 31 is a flowchart showing the special winning opening opening process (step S306). In the special prize opening opening process, the CPU 56 first decrements the value of the opening time timer (step S1481), and checks whether or not the opening time timer has timed out (step S1482). If the open time timer has timed out, the process proceeds to step S1486. If the opening time timer has not timed out, the CPU 56 increments the value of the winning number counter by +1 (step S1484) when the count switch 23 is turned on, that is, when a game ball that has won a big winning opening is detected (step S1483). ). When the value of the winning prize counter after the addition becomes 10 (step S1485), the CPU 56 proceeds to step S1486.

  In step S1486, the CPU 56 performs a process for ending the round. Specifically, the drive of the solenoid 21 is stopped and the open / close plate 16 is closed. Next, control is performed to transmit a designation command after opening the special winning opening to the production control microcomputer 100 (step S1487), and the value of the number-of-opening counter is decremented by 1 (step S1488). If the value of the number-of-releases counter is not 0 (N in step S1489), the process proceeds to step S1490. If the value of the number-of-releases counter is 0 (Y in step S1489), that is, if all rounds in the big hit game have ended, the value of the special symbol process flag is set to the big hit end processing (step S307). ) Is updated to a value corresponding to (step S1492).

  In step S1490, the CPU 56 corresponds to a pre-round start time (time for notifying the start of a new round in the effect display device 9 (for example, performing an interval effect and corresponding to a period)) to the pre-opening opening timer. Set the value. Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the special winning opening opening pre-processing (step S305) (step S1491).

  32 and 33 are flowcharts showing the jackpot end process (step S307) in the special symbol process. In the jackpot end process, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the jackpot end display timer is set (step S160). If the jackpot end display timer is set, the process proceeds to step S164. If the jackpot end display timer is not set, the jackpot flag is reset (step S161), and control for transmitting a jackpot end designation command is performed (step S162). Here, a big hit end 1 designation command is transmitted when it is a normal big hit, a big hit end 2 designation command is sent when it is a probable big hit, and a small hit / abrupt is sudden when it is a sudden probable big hit. Send a probable jackpot end designation command. Then, a value corresponding to the display time corresponding to the time during which the big hit end display is performed in the effect display device 9 (big hit end display time) is set in the big hit end display timer (step S163), and the processing is ended.

  In step S164, 1 is subtracted from the value of the jackpot end display timer. Then, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the value of the jackpot end display timer is 0, that is, whether or not the jackpot end display time has elapsed (step S165). If not, the process ends.

  If the jackpot end display time has elapsed (Y in step S165), the CPU 56 checks whether or not the jackpot type is a normal jackpot (step S166). Whether or not it is a normal big hit can be specifically determined by checking whether or not the data set in the big hit type buffer in step S74 of the special symbol normal process is “01”. If it is a normal big hit, the CPU 56 sets the first time reduction flag and shifts the gaming state to the first time reduction state (step S167). In addition, the CPU 56 sets a predetermined number of times (for example, 100 times) in a time reduction number counter for counting the number of fluctuations of the special symbol in the first time reduction state (step S168). Then, control goes to a step S179.

  If it is not a normal big hit (that is, if it is a probability variation big hit or a sudden probability variation big hit), the CPU 56 checks whether or not the type of big hit is a probability variation big hit (step S169). Specifically, whether or not it is a probable big hit can be determined by checking whether or not the data set in the big hit type buffer in step S74 of the special symbol normal process is “02”. If it is a probable big hit, the CPU 56 sets the first time reduction flag and shifts the gaming state to the first time reduction state (step S170). Then, control goes to a step S178.

  If it is not the probability variation big hit, the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the type of big hit is suddenly the probability variation big hit A (step S171). Whether or not it is suddenly probable big hit A can be specifically determined by checking whether or not the data set in the big hit type buffer in step S74 of the special symbol normal processing is “03”. . If the probability change big hit A suddenly, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the probability change storage flag is set (step S172). If the probability variation memory flag is set (that is, if the probability variation state is controlled until the current big hit occurs), the CPU 56 resets the probability variation memory flag and sets the time-short memory flag. It is confirmed whether or not (step S173). If the short-time memory flag is set (that is, if the time-short memory flag is controlled until the current big hit occurs), the CPU 56 resets the short-time memory flag and Then, the second time reduction flag is set to shift the gaming state to the second time reduction state (step S174). Then, control goes to a step S178. If the time saving memory flag is not set, the CPU 56 sets the first time saving flag and shifts the gaming state to the first time saving state (step S175). Then, control goes to a step S178.

  If the probability variation storage flag is not set in step S172, the process proceeds to step S178 as it is. In this case, since the first time-short flag, the second time-short flag, and the time-count counter are already reset when the fluctuation display that has become the sudden probability change big hit A in this time is finished, step S178 is executed thereafter. It is controlled only to the probability variation state (high probability state) and not to the short time state (ie, high probability / low base state). Note that when it is determined as N in step S172, the first time-short flag, the second time-short flag, and the time-count counter may be re-executed to ensure the low base state.

  If it is not sudden probability change big hit A in step S171 (that is, if it is sudden probability change big hit B), the CPU 56 sets the second time reduction flag and shifts the gaming state to the second time reduction state (step S177). . Then, control goes to a step S178.

  Next, the CPU 56 sets a probability change flag and shifts the gaming state to the probability change state (step S178). Then, control goes to a step S179.

  As described above, by executing the processing of steps S171 to S178, in this embodiment, when the probability variation big hit B is suddenly generated, the probability change state is controlled after the big hit game ends and the second time shortening is performed. The state is controlled (see steps S177 and S178). On the other hand, if suddenly probable big hit A has occurred, if the game state when the sudden probable big hit A occurs is not probabilistic (if the probability is low), then only probable state (high (Probability / low base state) (see N and S178 in step S172). Further, if the game state when the sudden probability change big hit A occurs is a probability change state and a short time state (high probability / high base state), the game is controlled to a probability change state after the big hit game ends and the second time reduction The state is controlled (see steps S174 and S178). Furthermore, if the gaming state when the sudden probability change big hit A is generated is a high probability / low base state, the game is controlled to the probability changing state after the big hit game is finished and also controlled to the first time-short state (see steps S175 and S178). ).

  Then, the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol normal process (step S300) (step S179).

  FIG. 34 is a flowchart showing a small hit release pre-processing (step S308) executed in the small hit game. In the pre-opening process for small hits, the CPU 56 decrements the value of the timer for opening the big prize opening by -1 (step S2470). When the timer before opening the big prize opening times out (the value of the timer before opening the big prize opening is 0) (step S2471), the CPU 56 initializes the winning number counter (step S2472). That is, the value of the winning number counter is set to zero. Next, the CPU 56 sets a value corresponding to the opening time (for example, 0.1 second) in the opening time timer (step S2473). Next, the CPU 56 controls the special winning opening (a bonus item) to be in an open state. Specifically, the solenoid 21 is driven to open the open / close plate 16 (step S2474). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the small hit releasing process (step S309) (step S2475).

  FIG. 35 is a flowchart showing the small hit releasing process (step S309). In the small hit opening process, the CPU 56 first decrements the value of the opening time timer (step S2481), and checks whether the opening time timer has timed out (step S2482). If the open time timer has timed out, the process proceeds to step S2486. If the opening time timer has not timed out, the CPU 56 increments the value of the winning number counter by +1 (step S2484) when the count switch 23 is turned on, that is, when a game ball that has won a big winning opening is detected (step S2483). ). If the value of the winning prize counter after the addition becomes 10 (step S2485), the CPU 56 proceeds to step S2486.

  In step S2486, the CPU 56 performs a process for ending the round. Specifically, the drive of the solenoid 21 is stopped and the open / close plate 16 is closed. Next, the CPU 56 decrements the value of the opening number counter by -1 (step S2488). When the value of the number-of-releases counter is not 0 (N in Step S2490), the process proceeds to Step S2490. When the value of the number-of-opens counter is 0 (Y in step S2490), that is, when all the big winning mouths in the small hit game have been opened, the value of the special symbol process flag is set to a small value. The value is updated to a value corresponding to the winning end process (step S310) (step S2492).

  In step S2490, the CPU 56 sets a value corresponding to the pre-opening time of the big prize opening (corresponding to the interval time between each opening of the big prize opening) in the timer before opening the big prize opening. Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the small hit release pre-processing (step S308) (step S2491).

  FIG. 36 is a flowchart showing the small hit end process (step S310) in the special symbol process. In the small hit end process, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the small hit end display timer is set (step S2160). If the small hit end display timer is set, the process proceeds to step S2164. If the small hit end display timer is not set, the small hit flag is reset (step S2161), and a control for transmitting a small hit / sudden probability sudden change big hit end designation command is performed (step S2162). Then, a value corresponding to the display time corresponding to the time during which the small hit end display is performed in the effect display device 9 (small hit end display time) is set in the small hit end display timer (step S2163). finish.

  In step S2164, 1 is subtracted from the value of the small hit end display timer. Then, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the value of the small hit end display timer is 0, that is, whether or not the small hit end display time has elapsed (step S2165). If not, the process ends.

  If the small hit end display time has elapsed (Y in step S2165), the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol normal process (step S300) (step S2166).

  FIG. 37 is a flowchart showing an example of a program of the special symbol display control process (step S36) executed by the game control microcomputer 560 (specifically, the CPU 56) mounted on the main board 31. In the special symbol display control process, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the value of the special symbol process flag is 3 (step S3201). If the value of the special symbol process flag is 3 (that is, if the special symbol variation processing is being executed), the CPU 56 sets the special symbol display control data for special symbol variation display for setting the special symbol display control data. Processing for setting or updating the output buffer is performed (step S3202). In this case, the CPU 56 sets or updates special symbol display control data for performing variable display of the special symbol (the first special symbol or the second special symbol) indicated by the special symbol pointer. For example, if the fluctuation speed is 1 frame / 0.2 seconds, the value of the special symbol display control data set in the output buffer is incremented by 1 every time 0.2 seconds elapse. After that, display control processing (see step S22) is executed, and a drive signal is output to the special symbol displays 8a and 8b in accordance with the contents of the output buffer for setting the special symbol display control data. The special symbol display on the special symbol indicators 8a and 8b is executed.

  If the value of the special symbol process flag is not 3, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the value of the special symbol process flag is 4 (step S3203). If the value of the special symbol process flag is 4 (that is, when the special symbol stop processing is entered), the CPU 56 stops the special symbol stop symbol set in the special symbol normal processing. Processing for setting the display control data in the output buffer for setting the special symbol display control data is performed (step S3204). In this case, the CPU 56 sets special symbol display control data for stopping and displaying the stop symbol of the special symbol (the first special symbol or the second special symbol) indicated by the special symbol pointer. After that, display control processing (see step S22) is executed, and a drive signal is output to the special symbol displays 8a and 8b in accordance with the contents of the output buffer for setting the special symbol display control data. The special symbol stop symbols are stopped and displayed on the special symbol indicators 8a and 8b. In addition, since the setting data is not changed after the process of step S3204 is executed and the special symbol display control data for the stop symbol display is set, the latest special symbol display control data is displayed in the display control process of step S22. Based on this, the latest stop symbol is stopped and displayed until the next variable display is started. If the value of the special symbol process flag is 2 or 3 in step S3201 (that is, if either the display result designation command transmission process or the special symbol variation process), the special symbol variation display is performed. The special symbol display control data may be updated. In this case, the display result designation command transmission process also varies in order to prevent a deviation between the variation time recognized on the game control microcomputer 560 side and the variation time recognized on the effect control microcomputer 100 side. What is necessary is just to comprise so that 1 may subtract a time timer.

  In this embodiment, the special symbol display control data is set in the output buffer according to the value of the special symbol process flag. However, in the special symbol process, the start flag is set at the start of the variation of the special symbol. In addition, an end flag may be set at the end of the variation of the special symbol. In the special symbol display control process (step S36), the CPU 56 starts updating the value of the special symbol display control data based on the start flag being set, and based on the end flag being set. Thus, special symbol display control data for stopping and displaying the stop symbol may be set.

  Next, the switch process (step S21) in the timer interrupt process will be described. In this embodiment, when the ON state of the detection signal of each switch related to winning detection or gate passage continues for a predetermined time, it is determined that the switch is surely turned on, and processing corresponding to the switch on is started. FIG. 38 is an explanatory diagram showing each 2-byte buffer formed in the RAM 55 used in the switching process. The previous port buffer is a buffer in which the previous switch-on / off determination result (for example, 4 ms before) is stored. The port buffer is a buffer in which the contents of ports 0 and 1 input this time are stored. The switch-on buffer is a buffer in which the corresponding bit is set to 1 when switch on is detected and the corresponding bit is set to 0 when switch off is detected. The previous port buffer, port buffer, and switch-on buffer shown in FIG. 38 are prepared for each of the input ports 0 and 1. For example, in this embodiment, two switch-on buffers 1 and 2 are prepared, the switch state of the input port 0 is set to the switch-on buffer 1, and the switch state of the input port 1 is the switch-on buffer 2. Set to

  FIG. 39 is a flowchart showing a processing example of the switch processing in step S21 in the game control processing. In the switch process, the game control microcomputer 560 (specifically, the CPU 56) first inputs data input to the input ports 0 and 1 (see FIG. 8) (step S2101), and the input data is input. The port buffer is set (step S2102).

  Next, an initial value of the weight counter formed in the RAM 55 is set (step S2103), and the value of the weight counter is decremented by 1 until the value of the weight counter becomes 0 (steps S2104 and S2105).

  When the value of the wait counter becomes 0, the data of the input ports 0 and 1 are input again (step S2106), and a logical product is obtained for each bit between the input data and the data set in the port buffer. (Step S2107). Then, the operation result of the logical product is set in the port buffer (step S2108). Through the processing of steps S2103 to S2108, both of the two pieces of input data input from the input port 0 with a time interval of approximately [initial value of weight counter × (processing time of steps S2104, S2105)] “ Only the bits that are “1” will be “1” in the port buffer. In other words, if the ON state of the switch detection signal continues for a predetermined period [initial value of wait counter × (processing time of steps S2104 and S2105)], the corresponding bit in the port buffer becomes “1”.

  Further, the CPU 56 performs exclusive OR for each bit between the data previously set in the port buffer and the data set in the port buffer (step S2109). In the result of the exclusive OR operation, the bit corresponding to the switch for which the previous switch-on / off determination result (for example, 4 ms before) differs from the switch-on / off determination result determined to be on this time is “ 1 ”. The CPU 56 further performs a logical product for each bit between the operation result of the exclusive OR and the data set in the port buffer (step S2110). As a result, of the bits corresponding to the switches for which the previous switch on / off determination result and the switch on / off determination result determined to be on this time are different (according to the exclusive OR operation result), the current on Only the bit corresponding to the switch determined to be (by AND operation) remains as “1”.

  The CPU 56 sets the logical product operation result in step S2110 in the switch-on buffer (step S2111), and sets the contents of the port buffer in which the operation result in step S2108 is set in the previous port buffer (step S2112). .

  By the above processing, among the switches that have been on for a predetermined period of time, the switch on / off determination result of the previous time (for example, 4 ms ago) was off, that is, the switch changed from the off state to the on state. The bit corresponding to the switch is “1” in the switch-on buffer.

  Further, the game control microcomputer 560 (specifically, the CPU 56) performs a switch normality / abnormality check process (step S2113).

  FIG. 40 is a flowchart showing the switch normal / abnormal check process. In the switch normal / abnormal check process shown in FIG. 40, the CPU 56 reads the contents of the switch-on buffer corresponding to the input port 1 (step S2121). Then, it is confirmed whether or not the value of bit 1 corresponding to the second start port switch 14a in the switch-on buffer corresponding to the input port 1 is 0 (step S2122). That is, it is confirmed whether or not the second start port switch 14a (proximity switch) provided in the upper part of the second start winning port 14 is turned on (a game ball is detected).

  When the value of bit 1 corresponding to the second start port switch 14a in the switch-on buffer corresponding to the input port 1 is 0 (that is, when the second start port switch 14a is in the on state), it is formed in the RAM 55. The value of the switch counter being incremented is incremented by 1 (step S2123).

  Further, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the value of bit 2 corresponding to the winning confirmation switch 14b in the switch-on buffer corresponding to the input port 1 is 0 (step S2124). That is, it is confirmed whether or not a winning confirmation switch 14b (photo sensor) provided at the lower part of the second start winning opening 14 is turned on (a game ball is detected).

  When the value of bit 2 corresponding to the winning confirmation switch 14b in the switch-on buffer corresponding to the input port 1 is 0 (that is, when the winning confirmation switch 14b is on), the switch formed in the RAM 55 The counter value is decreased by 1 (step S2125).

  Then, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the value of the switch counter is equal to or greater than a predetermined value (step S2126). When the value of the switch counter is equal to or greater than a predetermined value, the CPU 56 determines that an abnormal winning to the second start winning port 14 has occurred, and the security signal information timer has a predetermined time (in this example, 4). Minute) is set (step S2127). In this embodiment, the CPU 56 sets a predetermined time (4 minutes in this example) to the security signal information timer based on the fact that the value of the switch counter is 10 or more as a predetermined value. To do. In this embodiment, the abnormal output of the second start winning opening 14 is detected by executing the information output process (see S31) based on the fact that the predetermined time is set in the security signal information timer in step S2127. When this is done, the security signal is externally output for a predetermined time (in this example, 4 minutes).

  In the process of step S2126, for example, the CPU 56 determines that an abnormal winning to the second start winning port 14 has occurred based on the value of the switch counter being 10 or more, Conversely, even if the value of the switch counter becomes −10 or less, it may be determined that an abnormal winning to the second start winning opening 14 has occurred. In this case, if the switch counter value is configured so that it cannot be recognized that the value is negative, for example, 10 is set as the default value of the switch counter value. Based on the fact that the counter value becomes 0 or 20 or more, it may be determined that an abnormal winning to the second start winning opening 14 has occurred.

  In this embodiment, even when a value is already set in the security signal information timer and the security signal is being output to the outside, when a new abnormal winning is detected, the process of step S2127 is executed again. The security signal information timer is overwritten with a predetermined time (in this example, 4 minutes). Therefore, when a new abnormal winning is detected during the external output of the security signal, the external output period of the security signal is substantially extended, and a predetermined time (in this example) from the time when the new abnormal winning is detected. 4 minutes) The output of the security signal is continued.

  In this embodiment, the case where the abnormal winning to the second start winning opening 14 is detected using only one switch counter is shown. However, the number of detections of the second start opening switch 14a and the winning confirmation switch 14b are shown. Different switch counters may be used depending on the number of times detected. In this case, for example, the value of the counter for the first switch is incremented by 1 each time the on state of the second start port switch 14a is detected, and the second switch is detected every time the on state of the winning confirmation switch 14b is detected. The counter value may be incremented by one. In step S2126, based on the determination that the difference between the value of the first switch counter and the value of the second switch counter is equal to or greater than a predetermined value (for example, 10), the process proceeds to the second start winning award 14. It may be determined that an abnormal winning is generated, and the process of step S2127 is executed to output the security signal to the outside.

  If it is detected that an abnormal winning at the second start winning opening 14 has occurred, the process of step S2127 is executed to output a security signal to the outside, and a predetermined error notification command is sent to the effect control microcomputer. It is desirable that error notification can be performed by displaying a predetermined error screen on the effect display device 9 on the effect control microcomputer 100 side.

  In addition, for example, in addition to the abnormal winning at the second start winning opening 14, an abnormal winning at the big winning opening, an abnormal winning at the first starting winning opening 13, an abnormal magnetic error, or an abnormal radio wave error is detected. In the case where the security signal is output, a different error notification command may be transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100 for each error type. Then, on the effect control microcomputer 100 side, error notification may be performed by causing the effect display device 9 to display different error screens for each type of error.

  In the above configuration, when power supply is resumed after the power supply to the gaming machine is stopped, an error notification is being issued before the power supply is stopped. The error notification command may be transmitted again to the effect control microcomputer 100. In other words, since the storage content such as RAM is not backed up by the backup power source on the production control microcomputer 100 side, if a power failure occurs, it is not possible to execute the production such as error notification that has been executed until then. However, the error notification can be resumed when the power failure is recovered by configuring the predetermined error notification command to be transmitted again when the power failure is recovered. The game control microcomputer 560 also backs up the value of the security signal information timer in the backup RAM. If the security signal is being output before the power supply is stopped, it is backed up when the power failure is restored. The output of the security signal may be resumed based on the value of the security signal information timer. By providing these configurations, it is possible to prevent an illegal act such as turning off the error notification or stopping the output of the security signal by intentionally turning off the power to the gaming machine.

  41 and 42 are explanatory diagrams for explaining the switch normality / abnormality check processing. Among these, FIG. 41 shows an example of the switch normality / abnormality check process in a normal state, and FIG. 42 shows an example of the switch normality / abnormality check process when an illegal act leading to an abnormal winning is performed. Show.

  As shown in FIGS. 41 and 42, the bit 1 of the switch-on buffer corresponding to the input port 1 is “0” when the game ball is detected by the second start port switch 14a (proximity switch) corresponding to the bit 1. "become. Further, bit 2 of the switch-on buffer corresponding to the input port 1 becomes “0” when a game ball is detected by the winning confirmation switch 14 b (photo sensor) corresponding to the bit 2. If the switch is operating normally and has not received any fraudulent activity (an act of illegally turning on the detection signal from the switch or illegally turning on the detection signal in the on state), Since the start port switch 14a is arranged upstream of the winning confirmation switch 14b, first, the second starting port switch 14a (proximity switch) is turned on, and then the winning confirmation switch 14b (photo sensor) is turned on. It should be. Therefore, first, the value of the switch counter is incremented by 1 based on the fact that the second start port switch 14a is turned on to become 1 (see step S2123), and then the value of the switch counter is counted based on the fact that the winning confirmation switch 14b is turned on. The value is decremented by 1 and returned to 0 (see step S2125). Therefore, when the game ball passes through the switch, both the bit 1 and the bit 2 of the switch-on buffer corresponding to the input port 1 are “0”, and if it is in a normal operation state, the timing is shifted to the count-up timing ( However, as shown in FIG. 41, the value of the switch counter should be kept at zero.

  However, when a fraudulent act by radio waves is performed, as shown in FIG. 42, the off-state is illegally interrupted by radio waves during the period when the second starter switch 14a is turned on once, and the There is a possibility that an illegal act of recognizing the starter switch 14a as if it has been turned on twice is performed. Therefore, although the second start port switch 14a is turned on only once, it is misrecognized that the second start port switch 14a is turned on twice, and the value of the switch counter is 2 in total. It is added to 2 (step S2123 is executed twice). On the other hand, the winning confirmation switch 14b arranged on the downstream side is different in detection method from the electromagnetic second starter switch 14a, and uses an optical photosensor. Not affected. Therefore, as shown in FIG. 42, when one game ball is detected by the second start port switch 14a, when the game ball is detected on the side of the winning check switch 14b with a little delay, the winning check switch 14b is normally operated. On is detected only once, and the value of the switch counter is decremented by 1 to 1 (see step S2125). Therefore, when an illegal act by radio waves is performed, there is a difference in the number of detections between the second start port switch 14a and the winning confirmation switch 14b having different detection methods, as shown in FIG. Based on the fact that the value of the switch counter is not kept at 0 and the value of the switch counter is equal to or greater than a predetermined value (10 in this example) (between the second start port switch 14a and the winning confirmation switch 14b) Based on the fact that the accumulated value of the detection errors has become a predetermined value (10 in this example) or more, it is possible to detect that an abnormal winning at the second start winning opening 14 has occurred.

  In addition, it is also conceivable that a similar illegal act is performed by an act of illegally irradiating light. In this case, there is a possibility that a fraudulent act may be performed in which the off-state is illegally interrupted by light during the period when the winning confirmation switch 14b is turned on once and the recognition is performed as if the winning confirmation switch 14b is turned on twice. is there. However, in this case, on the other hand, on the side of the electromagnetic second starter switch 14a, the game ball can be normally detected without being affected by the illegal act of light, and therefore the value of the switch counter is kept at 0 similarly. The cumulative value of the detection error between the second start port switch 14a and the winning confirmation switch 14b is a predetermined value (this In the example, on the basis of 10) or more, it is possible to detect that an abnormal winning to the second start winning opening 14 has occurred.

  In this embodiment, the output of the second start port switch 14a and the winning confirmation switch 14b is negative logic, but the output of the second start port switch 14a and the winning confirmation switch 14b is positive logic. You may comprise so that it may become. In this case, for example, the output levels of the second start port switch 14a and the winning confirmation switch 14b are logically inverted by the input driver circuit and then input to the game control microcomputer 560.

  In this embodiment, the value of the switch counter is not maintained at 0 (a detection error has occurred between the second start port switch 14a and the winning confirmation switch 14b), and an abnormal winning is immediately achieved. It is determined that an abnormal winning has occurred based on the fact that the value of the switch counter is equal to or greater than a predetermined value (10 in this example). With such a configuration, for example, a case where a game ball is in a clogged state in the second start winning opening 14 is prevented from being determined as an abnormal prize due to fraud.

  FIG. 43 is an explanatory diagram showing a case where a game ball has a clogged state in the second start winning opening 14. As shown in FIG. 43, in the second start winning opening 14, the second start opening switch 14a and the winning confirmation switch 14b are arranged at a certain distance in the vertical direction. Therefore, the game ball won in the second start winning opening 14 is first detected by the second start opening switch 14a, and then detected by the downstream winning check switch 14b after a short time. As shown in FIG. 43, when a game ball is clogged in the second start winning opening 14, it is detected by a physical distance difference between the second start opening switch 14a and the winning confirmation switch 14b. A difference occurs in the number. In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 43, it is assumed that a maximum of three detection errors occur between the second start port switch 14a and the winning confirmation switch 14b. Therefore, in this embodiment, the value of the switch counter is a predetermined value (in this example, a sufficient margin is provided for the three detection errors between the second start port switch 14a and the winning confirmation switch 14b in the ball clogging state). 10) By determining that an abnormal winning has occurred based on the above, a case where a game ball has become clogged in the second start winning opening 14 is determined as an abnormal winning due to an illegal act. Is preventing.

  In this embodiment, the predetermined value (10 in this example) is sufficient with a sufficient margin for the three detection errors of the second start opening switch 14a and the winning confirmation switch 14b in the ball jammed state. Although the case where it is determined that an abnormal winning has occurred based on the above is shown, the predetermined value used for determining the abnormal winning is not limited to that shown in this embodiment. For example, if the number of detection errors between the second start port switch 14a and the winning confirmation switch 14b in the ball jammed state is more than three, it is possible to prevent erroneous determination of abnormal winning. It may be determined that an abnormal winning has occurred based on the fact that the counter value becomes 4 or more.

  In addition, when it is configured to be able to detect abnormal winnings at a plurality of winning mouths, an abnormal winning determination is made using a number greater than the total number of detection errors in the ball jammed state at all of the winning mouths as a predetermined value. You may make it perform. For example, in the case where it is possible to detect abnormal winnings of the large winning opening and the first starting winning opening 13 in addition to the second starting winning opening 14, the detection error in the ball clogging state is 3 at each winning opening. Assuming that the detection error is one by one, a maximum of 3 × 3 = 9 detection errors may occur due to a clogged ball in the winning prize opening, even without fraud using radio waves. Therefore, in such a case, if it is determined that an abnormal winning has occurred based on the value of the switch counter being at least 10 or more, it is possible to prevent erroneous determination of an abnormal winning.

  FIG. 44 is a block diagram showing various signals output to the terminal board 160. As shown in FIG. 44, in this embodiment, from the gaming control microcomputer 560 mounted on the main board 31 to the terminal board 160, a start port signal, a symbol determination number 1 signal, a symbol determination number 2 signal. The jackpot 1 signal, jackpot 2 signal, jackpot 3 signal, time reduction signal, security signal and high-accuracy signal are output by the information output process (see step S31) on the game control microcomputer 560 side. In this embodiment, a prize ball signal 1 and a gaming machine error status signal are sent from the payout control microcomputer 370 mounted on the payout control board 37 to the terminal board 160 via the main board 31. Is output by the information output process on the payout control microcomputer 370 side.

  In this embodiment, the winning ball signal 1 and the gaming machine error state signal input from the payout control microcomputer 370 are branched on the main board 31 without being input to the gaming control microcomputer 560. However, it may be configured to be input to the terminal board 160 via the game control microcomputer 560.

  The starting port signal is a signal for notifying the number of winnings to the first starting winning port 13 and the second starting winning port 14. The symbol determination number 1 signal is a signal for notifying the number of fluctuations of both the first special symbol and the second special symbol. The symbol determination number 2 signal is a signal for notifying only the number of fluctuations of the first special symbol. The jackpot 1 signal is a signal for notifying that the jackpot game (during the operation of the special variable winning ball apparatus) is in progress. In this embodiment, the big hit 1 signal is output only when the big hit game is being played, and is not output when the small hit game is being played. It should be noted that even during a small hit game, one big hit signal may be output. By doing so, it is possible to prevent from judging whether a sudden big hit or a big hit is suddenly based on one big hit signal. The jackpot 2 signal is a signal for notifying that the jackpot game (during the operation of the special variable winning ball apparatus) or that the special symbol variation time shortening function is in operation (during the short-time state). The jackpot 3 signal is a signal for notifying that a 15-round jackpot game is in progress. The time reduction signal is a signal for notifying that the special symbol variation time reduction function is operating (in the time reduction state).

  The security signal is a signal indicating the security state of the gaming machine. Specifically, when it is determined that an abnormal winning to the second starting winning opening 14 has occurred based on the detection result of the second starting opening switch 14a and the detection result of the winning confirmation switch 14b, the security signal is It is output to an external device such as a hall computer for a predetermined period (for example, 4 minutes). Also, when the gaming machine is turned on and the initialization process is executed, a security signal is output to an external device such as a hall computer for a predetermined period (for example, 30 seconds).

  It should be noted that the signal output externally as the security signal is not limited to that shown in this embodiment. For example, it may be configured not to be limited to the abnormal winning to the second start winning opening 14 but to detect the abnormal winning to the big winning opening or the first starting winning opening 13 and to output it as a security signal. In addition, for example, when abnormal magnetism is detected by a magnet sensor provided in a gaming machine or when abnormal radio waves are detected by a radio wave sensor provided in a gaming machine, it is configured so that it can be output externally as a security signal. Also good. In addition, for example, when an abnormality of various switches provided in a gaming machine is detected (for example, when an occurrence of a short circuit is detected by determining that an input value exceeds a threshold value), it can be externally output as a security signal. You may comprise as follows. In this way, even if there is an abnormal winning entry, abnormal magnetic error, or abnormal radio wave error at the special winning opening, if it is configured so that it can be externally output as a security signal from the common connector CN7 of the terminal board 160, even one signal line can be connected. In this case, error detection can be performed by an external device such as a hall computer, and the work load related to error detection can be reduced.

  In this embodiment, the number of detections by the second start port switch 14a and the number of detections by the winning confirmation switch 14b are equal to or greater than a predetermined value (for example, 10). The case where it is determined that an abnormal winning has occurred and the security signal is output externally has been shown. For example, it is indicated that the value of the normal symbol process flag used in the normal symbol process is being opened. When a game ball is detected by the second start opening switch 14a when the value is not shown, it is determined that an abnormal winning to the second start winning opening 14 has occurred, and a security signal is output to the outside. Also good.

  The high probability signal is a signal indicating that the gaming state is controlled to a high probability state (probability change state). In this embodiment, the high-accuracy signal is externally output through the terminal board 160 until a predetermined condition is satisfied after the power failure is restored (specifically, until the first big hit occurs).

  The prize ball signal 1 is a signal that is output every time one prize ball payout is detected. Further, the gaming machine error state signal is a signal indicating that the gaming machine is in an error state (in this example, a ball-out error state or a full tank error state). Instead of outputting the prize ball signal 1 to the outside every time one prize ball is detected, a certain prize ball signal is outputted every time a predetermined number (for example, 10) of prize balls is detected. Also good.

  45 to 48 are flowcharts showing the information output processing in step S31. 45 to 48, steps S1002 to S1030 are processes for outputting a start port signal, and steps S1031 to S1036 are processes for outputting a symbol determination number 1 signal. Steps S1037 to S1042 are processing for outputting the symbol determination number 2 signal, and steps S1050 to S1068 are processing for outputting the big hit 1 signal, the big hit 2 signal, the big hit 3 signal and the short time signal. Steps S1069 to S1074 are processes for outputting a security signal, and steps S1075 to S1077 are processes for outputting a high-accuracy signal.

  In the information output process, the CPU 56 sets an initial value (00 (H)) in the information buffer formed in the RAM 55 (step S1001). Then, the address of the start port information setting table is set in the pointer (step S1002), and the number of processes pointed to by the pointer is loaded (step S1003). The start port information setting table includes the number of processes (= 2), two start port switch input bits (first start port switch input bit determination value (01 (H)) and second start port switch input bit determination value (02). (H))) is set. The first start port switch input bit determination value is a determination value for determining whether or not there is a start winning in the first start winning port 13, and the second start port switch input bit determination value is a second value. This is a determination value for determining whether or not there is a start winning in the start winning opening 14. In step S1003, since the pointer points to the address of the number of processes in the start port information setting table, the data of the number of processes (= 2) in the start port information setting table is loaded.

  Next, the CPU 56 loads the contents of the switch-on buffer into the register (step S1004), and sets the switch-on buffer as switch input data (step S1005). The pointer is incremented by 1 (step S1006), the start port switch input bit pointed to by the pointer is loaded into the register (step S1007), and the logical product of the start port switch input bit and the switch input data is obtained (step S1008). In this case, when the number of processes is 1, the first start port switch input bit is loaded and the logical product of the switch input data is obtained. When the number of processes is 2, the second start port switch input is obtained. The bit is loaded and the logical product of the switch input data is taken. When the number of processes is 1 and the first start port switch 13a is on, the logical product operation result is 01 (H). When the number of processes is 2 and the second start port switch 14a is on, the logical product operation result is 02 (H). When the first start port switch 13a and the second start port switch 14a are not turned on, the logical product operation result is 00 (H).

  If the logical operation result is 0 (Y in step S1009), the process proceeds to step S1015. If the result of the logical product is not 0 (N in step S1009), it is determined that a winning has occurred in the first starting winning port 13 or the second starting winning port 14, and the starting port information storage counter is loaded into the register. (Step S1010). The start port information storage counter is a counter that counts the number of remaining outputs of the start port signal (that is, the remaining number of start winnings that have not been output from the start port signal). Next, the CPU 56 adds 1 to the start port information storage counter (step S1011). Then, it is confirmed whether the calculation result (added result) is not 0 (step S1012). When the calculation result is 0 (N in step S1012), 1 is subtracted from the calculation result (step S1013). Then, the calculation result is stored in the start port information storage counter (step S1014).

  Next, the CPU 56 subtracts 1 from the number of processes (step S1015), and determines whether the number of processes is not 0 (step S1016). When the number of processes is not 0 (Y in step S1016), the process proceeds to step S1004. In this embodiment, since the gaming machine includes the first start winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14, 2 is set as the initial value of the number of processes, and the processing of steps S1004 to S1016 is 2. Will be executed once.

  If it is determined in step S1016 that the number of processes is 0 (N in step S1016), the CPU 56 loads the start port information storage timer (step S1017), and reflects the state of the start port information storage timer in the flag register. (Step S1018), it is determined whether or not the start port signal is being output (step S1019). The start port information storage timer is a timer for measuring an on time and an off time (for example, an on time of 200 ms and an off time of 200 ms) of the start port signal. If the value of the start port information storage timer is not 0, it is determined that the start port signal is being output. If the value of the start port information storage timer is 0, it is determined that the start port signal is not being output.

  If the start port signal is being output (Y in step S1019), the process proceeds to step S1026. If the start port signal is not being output (N in step S1019), the CPU 56 loads the start port information storage counter (step S1020), and reflects the state of the start port information storage counter in the flag register (step S1021). Then, it is determined whether there is a remaining number of output times of the start port signal (step S1022). When the first start port switch 13a and the second start port switch 14a are turned on (N in step S1009), the start port information storage counter is incremented (the first start port switch 13a or the second start port switch 14a). Therefore, it is determined that there is a remaining number of output times of the start port signal.

  If there is no remaining number of output times of the start port signal (Y in step S1022), the process proceeds to step S1031. If there is a remaining number of output times of the start port signal (N in step S1023), the CPU 56 subtracts 1 from the start port information storage counter (step S1023), and the calculation result (result obtained by subtracting 1) is the start port information storage counter. (Step S1024). Then, the winning information operating time (100) is set in the register (step S1025). The winning information operating time (100) is a time for which a 4 ms timer interruption is executed 100 times, that is, a time of 0.400 seconds (400 ms).

  Next, if the winning information operating time is not set in step S1025, the CPU 56 subtracts 1 from the start port information storage timer, and if the winning information operating time is set in step S1025, the CPU 56 subtracts 1 from the winning information operating time. (Step S1026). Then, the calculation result (result obtained by subtracting 1) is stored in the start port information storage timer (step S1027).

  The CPU 56 compares the calculation result with the winning information on time (50) (step S1029), and determines whether the calculation result is shorter than the winning information on time (step S1030). The winning information on time (50) is a time for which a 4 ms timer interrupt is executed 50 times, that is, a time of 0.200 seconds (200 ms).

  If the calculation result is not shorter than the winning information on time, that is, if the calculation result (remaining time of the start port 1 information storage timer) is longer than the winning information on time (200 ms) (N in step S1029) The CPU 56 sets the start port output bit position of the information buffer (bit 0 of the output port 1 in the example shown in FIG. 7) (step S1030). When the start port output bit position of the information buffer is set, the information buffer is set to the output value in the subsequent step S1102, and the output value is output to the output port 1 in step S1103. Will be output.

  As a result of the processing of steps S1001 to S1030 described above, winning to the first starting winning opening 13 (turning on the first starting opening switch 13a), winning to the second starting winning opening 14 (turning on the second start opening switch 14a). ) Occurs, a start port signal is output. That is, after the start port signal is turned on for 200 ms, it is turned off for 200 ms. By inputting this start port signal to the hall computer, it is possible to recognize the number of winnings to the first start winning port 13 and the second starting winning port 14.

  Since the start port signal is turned on for 200 ms and then turned off for 200 ms, the next start port is turned off after the 200 ms off state even when a start winning is continuously generated in a short time. A signal is output. That is, the start port signals are output at intervals of at least 200 ms.

  Thus, since the start port signals are output at intervals of at least 200 ms, the hall computer can reliably grasp the total number of start winnings.

  Next, the CPU 56 loads the symbol determination number 1 information timer into the register (step S1031), reflects the state of the symbol determination number 1 information timer in the flag register (step S1032), and the symbol determination number 1 information timer times out. It is determined whether or not (step S1033). In this embodiment, in the special symbol variation processing (see step S303), when the variation time is timed out, when the variation of the special symbol is stopped, the symbol determination number 1 information timer outputs the symbol determination number output time (in this example, 0.500 seconds) is set, and when the symbol determination count output time has not elapsed, it is determined that the symbol determination count 1 information timer has not timed out, and when the symbol determination count output time has elapsed (symbol determination count) When the value 1 information timer value is 0), it is determined that the symbol determination time 1 information timer has timed out.

  If the symbol determination count 1 information timer has not timed out (N in step S1033), the symbol determination count 1 information timer is decremented by 1 (step S1034), and the calculation result is stored in the symbol determination count 1 information timer (step S1035). . Then, the design buffer count 1 output bit position of the information buffer (bit 1 of output port 1 in the example shown in FIG. 7) is set (step S1036). When the symbol determination number 1 output bit position of the information buffer is set, the information buffer is set to the output value in the subsequent step S1102, and the output value is output to the output port 1 in step S1103. Is output from the output port 1 (becomes ON state). If the symbol determination number 1 information timer times out (Y in step S1033), the process of step S1036 is not executed, and as a result, the symbol determination number 1 signal is turned off.

  Each time the change of the first special symbol and the second special symbol is stopped (the stopped symbol is fixed) by the processing of steps S1031 to S1036 described above, the symbol determination number 1 signal is output as the symbol determination number output time (for example, 500 ms). Turns on.

  Next, the CPU 56 loads the symbol determination number 2 information timer into the register (step S1037), reflects the state of the symbol determination number 2 information timer in the flag register (step S1038), and the symbol determination number 2 information timer times out. It is determined whether or not (step S1039). In this embodiment, in the special symbol changing process (see step S303), if data indicating “first” is set in the special symbol pointer (that is, if the first special symbol is changed and displayed). When the fluctuation time is timed out, when the special symbol fluctuation is stopped, the symbol decision number output time (0.500 seconds in this example) is set in the symbol decision number 2 information timer, and the symbol decision number output time When the symbol has not elapsed, it is determined that the symbol determination count 2 information timer has not timed out, and the symbol determination is performed when the symbol determination count output time has elapsed (when the symbol determination count 2 information timer value is 0). It is determined that the number 2 information timer has timed out.

  If the symbol determination count 2 information timer has not timed out (N in step S1039), the symbol determination count 2 information timer is decremented by 1 (step S1040), and the calculation result is stored in the symbol determination count 2 information timer (step S1041). . Then, the symbol fixed number 2 output bit position of the information buffer (bit 2 of output port 1 in the example shown in FIG. 7) is set (step S1042). When the symbol determination number 2 output bit position of the information buffer is set, the information buffer is set to the output value in the subsequent step S1102, and the output value is output to the output port 1 in step S1103, whereby the symbol determination number 2 signal Is output from the output port 1 (becomes ON state). If the symbol determination number 2 information timer times out (Y in step S1039), the process of step S1042 is not executed, so that the symbol determination number 2 signal is turned off.

  By the process of steps S1037 to S1042 described above, every time the variation of the first special symbol is stopped (stopped symbol is fixed), the symbol determination frequency 2 signal is turned on in the symbol determination frequency output time (for example, 500 ms).

  Next, the CPU 56 loads the special symbol process flag (step S1050), compares the value of the special symbol process flag with the special winning opening opening pre-processing designation value (“5”) (step S1051), and the special symbol process flag. It is determined whether the value of is less than 5 (step S1052). When the value of the special symbol process flag is less than 5 (Y in step S1052), the process proceeds to step S1058. When the value of the special symbol process flag is 5 or more (N in step S1052), the value of the special symbol process flag is compared with the small hit release pre-processing specified value (“8”) (step S1053), and the special symbol is processed. It is determined whether or not the value of the process flag is 8 or more (step S1054). When the value of the special symbol process flag is 8 or more (Y in step S1054), the process proceeds to step S1058. When the value of the special symbol process flag is less than 8 (N in Step S1054), the output buffer position of one big hit in the information buffer is set (Step S1055). Further, the big output 2 output bit position of the information buffer is set (step S1056). When one output bit position of jackpot and two output bit positions of jackpot of the information buffer are set, the information buffer is set to an output value in the subsequent step S1102, and the output value is output to the output port 1 in step S1103. One signal and two jackpot signals are output from the output port 1 (become turned on).

  Further, the CPU 56 executes a time reduction check process for confirming whether or not the first time reduction state or the second time reduction state (step S1058), and determines whether or not the first time reduction state or the second time reduction state. (Step S1059). Specifically, the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the first time reduction flag set when shifting to the first time reduction state or the second time reduction flag set when shifting to the second time reduction state is set. By doing so, it is determined whether or not it is the first short time state or the second short time state. When it is in the first short time state or the second short time state (Y in step S1059), the short time output bit position of the information buffer is set (step S1060). When the time-short output bit position is set, the time buffer signal is output from the output port 1 by setting the information buffer to the output value in the subsequent step S1102 and outputting the output value to the output port 1 in step S1103. (Turns on) Also, the big output 2 output bit position of the information buffer is set (step S1061). When the jackpot 2 output bit position is set, the information buffer is set to the output value in the subsequent step S1102, and the output value is output to the output port 1 in step S1103, whereby the jackpot 2 signal is output from the output port 1. (Turns on).

  Further, the CPU 56 loads the special symbol process flag (step S1062), compares the value of the special symbol process flag with the special winning opening opening pre-processing designation value (“5”) (step S1063), and sets the special symbol process flag. It is determined whether or not the value is less than 5 (step S1064). When the value of the special symbol process flag is less than 5 (Y in step S1064), the process proceeds to step S1069. When the value of the special symbol process flag is 5 or more (N in step S1064), the value of the special symbol process flag is compared with the small hit release pre-processing designation value (“8”) (step S1065). It is determined whether or not the value of the process flag is 8 or more (step S1066). When the value of the special symbol process flag is 8 or more (Y in step S1066), the process proceeds to step S1069. When the value of the special symbol process flag is less than 8 (N in step S1066), the contents of the big hit type buffer are loaded, and it is confirmed whether or not it is a normal big hit or a probable big hit (step S1067). Whether or not it is a normal big hit or a probable big hit can be determined, for example, by checking the contents of the big hit type buffer (see step S74) set in the special symbol normal process. For example, the jackpot type buffer stores the contents of the jackpot type determined by the special symbol normal processing and the contents indicating the jackpot determination result. For example, “01” is a normal jackpot, “02” is a probable big hit, “ “03” is suddenly assumed to be a big hit A, and “04” is suddenly a big odd B. If the contents of the big hit type buffer are “01” or “02”, it is determined that the big hit is a normal big hit or a probable big hit. In this case, the big output 3 output bit position of the information buffer is set (step S1068). When the jackpot 3 output bit position is set, the information buffer is set to the output value in the subsequent step S1102, and the output value is output to the output port 1 in step S1103, so that the jackpot 3 signal is output from the output port 1. (Turns on).

  By the processing of steps S1050 to S1068 described above, one big hit signal, two big hit signals, three big hit signals and a short time signal corresponding to the type of big hit and the gaming state are output (turned on).

  Next, the CPU 56 loads the security signal information timer (step S1069), reflects the state of the security signal information timer in the flag register (step S1070), and determines whether the security signal information timer has timed out (step S1070). S1071). In this embodiment, it is determined that the detection difference between the second starting port switch 14a and the winning confirmation switch 14b has reached a predetermined value (10 in this example) or more, and it is determined that an abnormal winning is generated at the starting winning port. If the predetermined time (4 minutes in this example) is set in the security signal information timer (see steps S2126 and S2127 in the switch normality / abnormality check process), and the predetermined time has not elapsed, When it is determined that the signal information timer has not timed out and the predetermined time has elapsed (when the value of the security signal information timer is 0), it is determined that the security signal information timer has timed out.

  In this embodiment, when the power supply to the gaming machine is started and the initialization process is executed, a predetermined time (30 seconds in this example) is set in the security signal information timer (in the main process). When the predetermined time has not elapsed, it is determined that the security signal information timer has not timed out, and when the predetermined time has elapsed (when the value of the security signal information timer is 0), It is determined that the security signal information timer has timed out.

  If the security signal information timer has not timed out (N in step S1071), the security signal information timer is decremented by 1 (step S1072), and the calculation result is stored in the security signal information timer (step S1073). Then, the security signal output bit position of the information buffer (bit 7 of the output port 1 in the example shown in FIG. 7) is set (step S1074). When the security signal output bit position of the information buffer is set, the security signal is output from the output port 1 by setting the information buffer to the output value in the subsequent step S1102, and outputting the output value to the output port 1 in the step S1103. Is output (turns on). If the security signal information timer times out (Y in step S1071), the security signal is turned off as a result of not executing the process in step S1074.

  By the processing of steps S1069 to S1074 described above, the initialization process is executed until 4 minutes have elapsed after the abnormal winning at the second start winning opening 14 is detected, or at the start of power supply to the gaming machine. Until 30 seconds elapse, a security signal is output using the common connector CN8 of the terminal board 160. When a new abnormal winning is detected during the output of the security signal, the output of the security signal is continued until 4 minutes have passed since the last abnormal winning was detected.

  Next, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the high-accuracy output permission flag is set (step S1075). Note that the high-accuracy output permission flag is set when a power failure recovery process is executed at the start of power supply to the gaming machine (see step S45). If the high-accuracy medium output permission flag is set, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the probability variation flag is set (step S1076). If the probability change flag is set, the CPU 56 sets the high-accuracy medium signal output bit position of the information buffer (bit 7 of the output port 0 in the example shown in FIG. 7) (step S1077). When the high-accuracy signal output bit position of the information buffer is set, the information buffer is set to the output value in the subsequent step S1102, and the output value is output to the output port 0 in step S1103. Output from output port 0 (becomes ON state). In this embodiment, after the power failure recovery, if the first big hit occurs, the high-accuracy output permission flag is reset (see step S136), and as a result, the high-accuracy medium signal is turned off.

  In this embodiment, the case where the high-accuracy output permission flag is reset when the first big hit occurs is shown. However, the timing when the high-accuracy output permission flag is reset is shown in this embodiment. It is not limited to what is shown. For example, the high-accuracy medium output permission flag may be reset even when a small hit occurs. In addition, for example, when the probability variation state is configured to end based on the fact that the variation display is executed a predetermined number of times after being controlled to the probability variation state, the certain number of variations display is terminated and the probability variation state is changed. The configuration may be such that the high-accuracy output permission flag is reset when the process ends.

  If the probability variation flag is set after the power failure is restored by the processing of steps S1075 to S1077 described above, the high-probability medium signal is maintained until a predetermined condition is satisfied (in this example, until the first big hit occurs). Is output (turns on). That is, in this embodiment, as already described, even if the power supply to the gaming machine is stopped, the probability variation flag is held in the backup RAM for a predetermined period. Therefore, if the probability change state was controlled before the occurrence of a power failure, the probability change flag should be retained in the backup RAM. Until then, the output of the high-accuracy signal is continued.

  In this embodiment, when the first big hit occurs, the high-accuracy medium output permission flag is reset (see step S136), so that the high-accuracy medium signal is not output thereafter. Therefore, in this embodiment, if the predetermined condition is satisfied (in this example, if the first big hit occurs), the output of the high-accuracy signal is prohibited.

  In this embodiment, only the process of setting the high-accuracy medium output permission flag is performed at the time of executing the power failure recovery process of the main process, and it is confirmed whether or not the probability change flag is set in the information output process of step S31. However, the processing method for outputting the high-accuracy signal is not limited to that shown in this embodiment. For example, it is confirmed whether or not the probability change flag is set in the power failure recovery processing of the main processing, and if it is set, the high accuracy signal output bit position of the information buffer is set or A high accuracy signal may be output by performing processing such as setting a timer. Even when the probability variation flag is checked in the power failure recovery process and the output of the high-accuracy signal is started in this way, the high-level signal is output when a predetermined condition is satisfied, such as when the first big hit occurs. It may be configured to perform control so as to stop the output of the accuracy signal, and to control so as not to output the accuracy signal thereafter.

  In this embodiment, for each timer interrupt, the output bit position of the corresponding signal is set in the information output processing shown in FIGS. 45 to 48 (steps S1030, S1036, S1042, S1055, S1056, S1060, S1061). , S1068, S1074, and S1077), steps S1102 and S1103 are executed and output from the output ports 0 and 1 is shown as an example. Regarding the output state of each signal, the value of the corresponding output bit is the previous value. It doesn't change unless it changes with the setting. For example, if the value of the corresponding output bit is set to “1”, the signal continues to be output while it is set.

  Next, the output timing of the high-accuracy signal will be described. FIG. 49 is an explanatory diagram showing the output timing of the high-accuracy signal. In this embodiment, when the power failure recovery process is executed at the start of power supply to the gaming machine (see steps S41 to S44), based on the fact that the high-accuracy output permission flag is set (see step S45), In the information output process (refer to step S31), the processes of steps S1075 to S1103 are executed, and as shown in FIG. Is started.

  Thereafter, the game control process can be executed, and when a game is performed by the player, as shown in FIG. 49, the variable display is executed in accordance with the start winnings to the first starting winning port 13 and the second starting winning port 14 Is done. In this case, even if the fluctuation display is executed, if the fluctuation display result is “out of range”, the information output process (see step S31) is performed in step S1075 based on the fact that the high-accuracy output permission flag is maintained. Through the process of S1103, the output of the high-accuracy signal is continued.

  When the first big hit occurs as a result of the variable display, the high-accuracy output permission flag is reset at the end of the variable display (see step S136). Thereafter, when it is determined as N in step S1075 of the information output process (see step S31), the processes of steps S1076 and S1077 are not executed, and the output of the high-accuracy signal is stopped as shown in FIG.

  Next, the security signal output timing will be described. FIG. 50 is an explanatory diagram showing the output timing of the security signal. In this embodiment, when initialization processing is executed at the start of power supply to the gaming machine (see steps S10 to S14), a predetermined time (in this example, 30 seconds) is set in the security signal information timer. Based on the above (see step S14a), the processing of steps S1069 to S1074, S1102, and S1103 is executed in the information output process (see step S31), and the connector CN8 of the terminal board 160 is connected as shown in FIG. A security signal is output to an external device such as a hall computer. In addition, after the power supply to the gaming machine is started, the detection error between the number of detection of the second start port switch 14a and the number of detection of the winning confirmation switch 14b becomes a predetermined value (10 in this example) or more. Based on the above, when it is determined that an abnormal winning at the second start winning opening 14 has occurred (see steps S2121 to S2126), a predetermined time (4 minutes in this example) is set in the security signal information timer. Based on the above (see step S2127), the information output process (see step S31) performs the processes of steps S1069 to S1074, S1102, and S1103, and as shown in FIG. A security signal is output from CN 8 to an external device such as a hall computer. As described above, in this embodiment, the common terminal board 160 is used when the initialization process is executed when power supply to the gaming machine is started and when the abnormal winning at the second start winning opening 14 is detected. A security signal is externally output from the connector CN8.

  Further, in this embodiment, when the security signal is being output to the outside, when an abnormal winning to the second start winning opening 14 is newly detected, the security signal output period is substantially extended, Finally, the output of the security signal is continued until a predetermined time (4 minutes in this example) has elapsed since the abnormal winning to the second start winning opening 14 was detected. For example, in the case where the output of the security signal is started based on the fact that the initialization process is executed when the power supply to the gaming machine is started, as shown in FIG. Security signal output should continue. However, as shown in FIG. 50B, even before 30 seconds have elapsed, the detection error between the number of detections of the second start port switch 14a and the number of detections of the winning confirmation switch 14b is a predetermined value (this In the example, there is a possibility that it becomes 10) or more and it is determined that an abnormal winning to the second start winning opening 14 has occurred. In this case, a predetermined time (4 minutes in this example) is overwritten and written in the security signal information timer based on the detection of the occurrence of the abnormal winning (see step S2127), and the information output process (step S31). In step S1069 to S1074, S1102, and S1103, the output of the security signal is continued as shown in FIG. 50B. However, since the value of the security signal information timer is overwritten to 4 minutes, in this case, as shown in FIG. 50 (B), 4 minutes from the time when the abnormal winning to the second start winning opening 14 is detected. The output of the security signal is continued until elapses, and the output of the security signal is substantially extended.

  Further, for example, in the case where the output of the security signal is started based on the detection of the abnormal winning at the second start winning opening 14, as shown in FIG. Security signal output should continue. However, as shown in FIG. 50C, the detection error between the number of detections of the second start port switch 14a and the number of detections of the winning confirmation switch 14b is a predetermined value (main) even before four minutes have elapsed. In the example, 10) or more, there is a possibility that it is determined that a new abnormal winning to the second start winning opening 14 has occurred. In this case, a predetermined time (4 minutes in this example) is overwritten and written in the security signal information timer based on the newly detected occurrence of an abnormal winning (see step S2127), and information output processing ( In step S31), the processing of steps S1069 to S1074, S1102, and S1103 is executed, and the output of the security signal is continued as shown in FIG. 50C. However, since the value of the security signal information timer is overwritten in 4 minutes, in this case, as shown in FIG. 50C, from the time when the abnormal winning to the second start winning opening 14 is newly detected. The output of the security signal is continued until 4 minutes have elapsed, and the output of the security signal is substantially extended.

  If an abnormal winning to the second start winning port 14 is detected while the security signal is already being output, the output of the security signal being output is terminated and the next security signal is output again. In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 50B and 50C, the security signal is output by extending the output time of the security signal being output as it is. The processing load for the output process of the security signal is reduced, and the program capacity for the output process of the security signal is reduced. In other words, when it is configured to start the output of the next security signal after the output of the security signal being output is completed, the output of the next security signal is started after the output of the security signal is completed. For example, a process for measuring the interval time until completion is required, which increases the processing load and the program capacity. On the other hand, in this embodiment, since the value of the security signal information timer is overwritten as it is, if only the process of setting the value of the security signal information timer is performed (see steps S14a and S2127), the security signal is output. It is possible to prevent the increase in processing load and program capacity.

  In this embodiment, when the initialization process is executed at the start of power supply to the gaming machine, a security signal is output for 30 seconds, and an abnormal winning at the second start winning opening 14 is detected. In this case, the case where the security signal is output for 4 minutes is shown, but the output time of the security signal is not limited to that shown in this embodiment. In other words, it is possible to recognize whether the initialization process has been executed or whether an abnormal winning to the second start winning opening 14 has been detected, and when the initialization process has been executed and the second start winning opening 14. What is necessary is just to output a security signal over an output time different from when an abnormal winning is detected.

  In this embodiment, the security signal output period when an abnormal winning to the second starting winning opening 14 is detected is set to 4 minutes in the case of an abnormal winning to the second starting winning opening 14. In order to output a security signal for as long a time as possible, it is set to a substantially maximum time that can be set. That is, in this embodiment, since the game control microcomputer 560 can set a 2-byte value as the value of the security signal information timer, the maximum value is set to “FFFF (H) = 65535 in the security signal information timer. "Can be set. In this embodiment, therefore, “60000”, which is almost the maximum value, is set in the security signal information timer, and the timer interruption period is 4 ms. A signal is output.

  Next, the operation of the effect control means will be described. FIG. 51 is a flowchart showing main processing executed by the effect control microcomputer 100 (specifically, effect control CPU 101) as effect control means mounted on the effect control board 80. The effect control CPU 101 starts executing the main process when the power is turned on. In the main processing, first, initialization processing for clearing the RAM area, setting various initial values, and initializing a timer for determining the activation control activation interval (for example, 4 ms) is performed (step S701). . Thereafter, the effect control CPU 101 proceeds to a loop process for monitoring a timer interrupt flag (step S702). When a timer interrupt occurs, the effect control CPU 101 sets a timer interrupt flag in the timer interrupt process. If the timer interrupt flag is set in the main process, the effect control CPU 101 clears the flag (step S703) and executes the following effect control process.

  In the effect control process, the effect control CPU 101 first analyzes the received effect control command and performs a process of setting a flag according to the received effect control command (command analysis process: step S704).

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 performs effect control process processing (step S705). In the effect control process, the process corresponding to the current control state (effect control process flag) is selected from the processes corresponding to the control state, and display control of the effect display device 9 is executed.

  Next, the production control CPU 101 performs the fourth symbol process (step S706). In the 4th symbol process, the process corresponding to the current control state (4th symbol process flag) is selected from the processes corresponding to the control state, and the 4th symbol display areas 9c and 9d of the effect display device 9 are selected. The display control of the 4th symbol is executed.

  Next, a random number update process for updating a count value of a counter for generating a random number such as a jackpot symbol determining random number is executed (step S707). Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S702.

  FIG. 52 is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of a command reception buffer for storing the effect control command received from the game control microcomputer 560 of the main board 31. In this example, a command reception buffer of a ring buffer type capable of storing six 2-byte configuration effect control commands is used. Therefore, the command reception buffer is configured by a 12-byte area of reception command buffers 1 to 12. A command reception number counter indicating in which area the received command is stored is used. The command reception number counter takes a value from 0 to 11. The ring buffer format is not necessarily required.

  The effect control command transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560 is received by an interrupt process based on the effect control INT signal, and is stored in a buffer area formed in the RAM. In the command analysis process, it is analyzed which command (see FIGS. 19 and 20) the effect control command stored in the buffer area is.

  53 to 56 are flowcharts showing specific examples of the command analysis process (step S704). The effect control command received from the main board 31 is stored in the reception command buffer, but in the command analysis process, the effect control CPU 101 confirms the content of the command stored in the command reception buffer.

  In the command analysis process, the effect control CPU 101 first checks whether or not a reception command is stored in the command reception buffer (step S611). Whether it is stored or not is determined by comparing the value of the command reception number counter with the read pointer. The case where both match is the case where the received command is not stored. When the reception command is stored in the command reception buffer, the effect control CPU 101 reads the reception command from the command reception buffer (step S612). When read, the value of the read pointer is incremented by +2 (step S613). The reason for +2 is that two bytes (one command) are read out.

  If the received effect control command is a variation pattern command (step S614), the effect control CPU 101 stores the received variation pattern command in a variation pattern command storage area formed in the RAM (step S615). Then, a variation pattern command reception flag is set (step S616).

  If the received effect control command is a display result designation command (step S617), the effect control CPU 101 sets a display result designation command reception flag (step S618A). Further, the production control CPU 101 stores the received display result designation command (display result 1 designation command to display result 6 designation command) in a display result designation command storage area formed in the RAM (step S618B).

  If the received effect control command is a symbol confirmation designation command (step S619), the effect control CPU 101 sets a confirmed command reception flag (step S620).

  If the received effect control command is a jackpot start 1 designation command or a jackpot start 2 designation command (step S621), the effect control CPU 101 sets a jackpot start 1 designation command reception flag or a jackpot start 2 designation command reception flag ( Step S622). If the received effect control command is a small hit / sudden probability sudden change big hit start designation command (step S623), the effect control CPU 101 sets a small hit / sudden probability sudden change big hit start designation command reception flag (step S624).

  In this embodiment, the big hit start 1 designation command reception flag, big hit start 2 designation command reception flag, and the small hit / sudden probability sudden change big hit start designation command reception flag set in steps S622 and S624 are designated as fanfare flags. Also called.

  If the received effect control command is the first symbol variation designation command (step S625), the first symbol variation designation command reception flag is set (step S626). If the received effect control command is the second symbol variation designation command (step S627), the second symbol variation designation command reception flag is set (step S628).

  If the received effect control command is a power-on specification command (initialization specification command) (step S631), the effect control CPU 101 displays an initial screen on the effect display device 9 indicating that the initialization process has been executed. Control is performed (step S632). The initial screen includes an initial display of predetermined production symbols.

  If the received effect control command is a power failure recovery designation command (step S633), a predetermined power failure recovery screen (screen for displaying information notifying the player that the gaming state is continuing) is displayed. Display control is performed (step S634), and a power failure recovery flag is set (step S635).

  If the received effect control command is a jackpot end 1 designation command (step S641), the effect control CPU 101 sets a jackpot end 1 designation command reception flag (step S642). If the received effect control command is a jackpot end 2 designation command (step S643), the effect control CPU 101 sets a jackpot end 2 designation command reception flag (step S644). If the received effect control command is a small hit / sudden probability sudden change big hit end designation command (step S645), the effect control CPU 101 sets a small hit / sudden probability change big hit end designation command reception flag (step S646).

  If the received effect control command is the first reserved memory number addition designation command (step S651), the effect control CPU 101 adds 1 to the value of the first reserved memory number stored in the first reserved memory number storage area ( Step S652). Further, the production control CPU 101 updates the display of the first reserved memory number in the first reserved memory display unit 18c in accordance with the updated first reserved memory number (step S653).

  If the received effect control command is the second reserved memory number addition designation command (step S654), the effect control CPU 101 adds 1 to the value of the second reserved memory number stored in the second reserved memory number storage area ( Step S655). Further, the production control CPU 101 updates the display of the second reserved memory number in the second reserved memory display unit 18d in accordance with the updated second reserved memory number (step S656).

  If the received effect control command is the first reserved memory number subtraction designation command (step S657), the effect control CPU 101 subtracts 1 from the value of the first reserved memory number stored in the first reserved memory number storage area ( Step S658). Further, the production control CPU 101 updates the display of the first reserved memory number in the first reserved memory display unit 18c in accordance with the updated first reserved memory number (step S659).

  If the received effect control command is the second reserved memory number subtraction designation command (step S660), the effect control CPU 101 subtracts 1 from the value of the second reserved memory number stored in the second reserved memory number storage area ( Step S661). Further, the production control CPU 101 updates the display of the second reserved memory number on the second reserved memory display unit 18d according to the updated second reserved memory number (step S662).

  If the received effect control command is a customer waiting demonstration designation command (step S663), the effect control CPU 101 sets a customer waiting demonstration designation command reception flag (step S663A). Next, the effect control CPU 101 performs control to display a predetermined customer waiting demonstration screen on the effect display device 9 (step S664). In addition, the customer waiting demonstration screen is not displayed immediately based on the reception of the customer waiting demonstration designation command, but after the customer waiting demonstration designation command is received, the customer waits for a predetermined period (for example, 10 seconds). The display of the waiting demonstration screen may be started. Further, the production control CPU 101 clears the first reserved memory number stored in the first reserved memory number storage area and the second reserved memory number stored in the second reserved memory number storage area (step S665). That is, when the customer waiting demonstration designation command is received and the customer waiting demonstration screen is displayed, both the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number are 0, and the variable display is not executed. Reset the number of pending storage to be stored. Even if the processing of step S665 is executed and the production control microcomputer 100 is in a state in which the addition or subtraction omission of the reserved memory number occurs and the erroneous reserved memory number is recognized, the reserved memory is stored. Can be reset to return to the normal state.

  If the received effect control command is a normal state background designation command (step S666), the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the common effect flag indicating that the common effect is being executed is set. (Step S667). If the common effect flag is set, the effect control CPU 101 changes the background screen to be displayed on the effect display device 9 to a common effect background screen (for example, a yellow display color background screen) (step S668). ). If the common effect flag is not set, the effect control CPU 101 changes the background screen displayed on the effect display device 9 to a background screen corresponding to the normal state (for example, a blue display color background screen) (step). S669). Further, if set, the effect control CPU 101 resets a probability change state flag indicating that the game state is a probability change state and a time reduction state flag indicating that the game state is a time reduction state (step S670).

  If the received effect control command is a time-short state background designation command (step S671), the effect control CPU 101 displays the background screen displayed on the effect display device 9 as a background screen corresponding to the time-short state (for example, a green display). Color background screen) (step S672). In addition, the effect control CPU 101 sets a time reduction state flag (step S673).

  If the received effect control command is a probability change state background designation command (step S674), the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the common effect flag is set (step S675). If the common effect flag is set, the effect control CPU 101 changes the background screen to be displayed on the effect display device 9 to a common effect background screen (for example, a yellow display color background screen) (step S676). ). If the common effect flag is not set, the effect control CPU 101 changes the background screen to be displayed on the effect display device 9 to a background screen (for example, a red display color background screen) corresponding to the probability change state (step). S677). Further, the effect control CPU 101 sets a probability variation state flag (step S678).

  If the received effect control command is another command, effect control CPU 101 sets a flag corresponding to the received effect control command (step S679). Then, control goes to a step S611.

  FIG. 57 is a flowchart showing the effect control process (step S705) in the main process shown in FIG. In the effect control process, the effect control CPU 101 performs one of steps S800 to S807 according to the value of the effect control process flag. In each process, the following process is executed. In the effect control process, the display state of the effect display device 9 is controlled and variable display of the effect symbol is realized. However, control related to variable display of the effect symbol synchronized with the change of the first special symbol is also the second. Control related to the variable display of the effect symbol synchronized with the change of the special symbol is also executed in one effect control process. It should be noted that the variable display of the effect symbol synchronized with the variation of the first special symbol and the variable display of the effect symbol synchronized with the variation of the second special symbol may be executed by separate effect control process processing. Good. Further, in this case, it may be determined which special symbol variation display is being executed depending on which representation control process processing is performing the variation display of the representation symbol.

  Fluctuation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800): It is confirmed whether or not a variation pattern command has been received from the game control microcomputer 560. Specifically, it is confirmed whether or not the variation pattern command reception flag set in the command analysis process is set. If the change pattern command has been received, the value of the effect control process flag is changed to a value corresponding to the effect symbol change start process (step S801).

  Production symbol variation start processing (step S801): Control is performed so that the variation of the production symbol is started. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the effect symbol changing process (step S802).

  Production symbol variation processing (step S802): Controls the switching timing of each variation state (variation speed) constituting the variation pattern and monitors the end of the variation time. When the variation time ends, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the effect symbol variation stop process (step S803).

  Effect symbol variation stop processing (step S803): Control is performed to stop the variation of the effect symbol and derive and display the display result (stop symbol). Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the jackpot display process (step S804) or the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800).

  Big hit display process (step S804): When the big hit is reached, after the variation time is over, the effect display device 9 is controlled to display a screen for notifying the occurrence of the big hit. In the case of a small hit, control is performed to display a screen for notifying the effect display device 9 of the occurrence of the small hit after the end of the variation time. For example, when a fanfare designation command designating the start of a big hit is received, a fanfare effect is executed. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the in-round processing (step S805).

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

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

  Big hit end effect processing (step S807): In the effect display device 9, display control is performed to notify the player that the big hit game state has ended. For example, when an ending designation command for designating the end of the big hit is received, an ending effect is executed. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800).

  FIG. 58 is a flowchart showing the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) in the effect control process shown in FIG. In the variation pattern command reception waiting process, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the variation pattern command reception flag is set (step S811). If the variation pattern command reception flag is set, the variation pattern command reception flag is reset (step S812). Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the effect symbol variation start process (step S801) (step S813).

  FIG. 59 is a flowchart showing an effect symbol variation start process (step S801) in the effect control process shown in FIG. In the effect symbol variation start process, the effect control CPU 101 first reads a variation pattern command from the variation pattern command storage area (step S8001). Next, the CPU 101 for effect control displays the display result (stop) of the effect symbol according to the variation pattern command read in step S8001 and the data stored in the display result specifying command storage area (that is, the received display result specifying command). (Design) is determined (step S8002). That is, when the CPU 101 for effect control executes the process of step S8002, the display result of the variable display of the identification information (stop of the effect symbol) according to the variable display pattern (variation pattern) determined by the variable display pattern determination means. A display result determining means for determining (design) is realized. When the pseudo-ream is designated by the variation pattern command, the effect control CPU 101 does not reach the chance symbol (for example, “223” or “445”) as the temporary stop symbol in the pseudo-ream. The combination of the big hit symbol of the object and the symbol in which one symbol is shifted) is also determined. The effect control CPU 101 stores data indicating the determined effect stop symbols in the effect symbol display result storage area.

  FIG. 60 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the stop symbol of the effect symbol in the effect display device 9. In the example shown in FIG. 60, when the received display result designation command indicates a normal jackpot (when the received display result designation command is a display result 2 designation command), the effect control CPU 101 uses the stop design as a stop symbol. A combination of effect symbols in which three symbols are even-numbered symbols (a stop symbol that usually reminds of the occurrence of a big hit) is determined. When the received display result designation command indicates a probable big hit (when the received display result designation command is a display result 3 designation command), the effect control CPU 101 uses an odd symbol (probability variation) as a 3 symbol as a stop symbol. The combination of effect symbols arranged in a stop symbol reminiscent of the occurrence of a big hit) is determined. And in the case of detachment (when the received display result designation command is a display result 1 designation command), a combination of effect symbols other than the above is determined. However, when a reach effect is involved, a combination of effect symbols (reach symbols) in which two left and right symbols are aligned is determined. If the received display result designation command indicates sudden probability change big hit A, sudden probability change big hit B, or small hit (the received display result designation command is a display result 4 designation command to a display result 6 designation command). ), The effect control CPU 101 determines a combination of effect symbols such as “135” as the stop symbol. In the case of sudden probability variation big hit B, if a variation pattern command specifying a variation pattern with reach is received, stop symbol “135” is determined and reach symbol is also determined. The combination of the three symbols derived and displayed on the effect display device 9 is the “stop symbol” of the effect symbol. The effect control CPU 101 specifies that it is a big hit, disengagement, sudden probability variation big hit A, sudden probability variation big hit B, or small hit based on the variation pattern command instead of the display result designation command, You may make it determine a stop symbol. For example, when the variation control command for big hit is received, the production control CPU 101 determines a big hit symbol with the same symbols in the left and right sides, and suddenly receives the fluctuation pattern command for the probable big hit / small hit. Determines a stop symbol such as “135”, and when a variation pattern command for deviation is received, a symbol other than these may be determined.

  The effect control CPU 101 extracts, for example, a random number for determining the stop symbol, and uses the stop symbol determination table in which the data indicating the combination of effect symbols and numerical values are associated with each other to generate the stop symbol of the effect symbol. decide. That is, the stop symbol is determined by selecting data indicating the combination of effect symbols corresponding to the numerical value matching the extracted random number.

  As for the effect symbols, a stop symbol that recalls a big hit is called a big hit symbol. In addition, a stop symbol reminiscent of a probable big hit is called a probable big hit symbol, and a stop symbol reminiscent of a normal big hit is called a normal big hit symbol. And a stop symbol that reminds of a loss is called a loss symbol.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 executes a notice effect (for example, a step-up notice effect, a motif display notice effect, a group notice effect, a button notice effect, a mini character notice effect) on the effect display device 9 during the variation display of the effect symbol. The notice effect setting process for determining whether or not to perform or setting the effect aspect of the notice effect is executed (step S8003).

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 selects a process table corresponding to the notice effect when the change pattern or notice effect is executed (step S8004). In step S8004, the effect control CPU 101 selects a process table corresponding to the common effect when the execution time of the common effect is in progress. Then, the process timer in the process data 1 of the selected process table is started (step S8005).

  FIG. 61 is an explanatory diagram of a configuration example of a process table. The process table is a table in which process data referred to when the effect control CPU 101 executes control of the effect device is set. That is, the effect control CPU 101 controls effect devices (effect components) such as the effect display device 9 according to the process data set in the process table (step S8006). The process table includes data in which a plurality of combinations of process timer set values, display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data are collected. The display control execution data includes, for example, data indicating each variation mode constituting the variation mode during the variable display time (variation time) of the variable display of the effect symbol (display of the effect display device 9 in addition to the display mode of the effect symbol) (Including other aspects of the screen) Specifically, data relating to the change of the display screen of the effect display device 9 is described. Further, the production time in the production mode is set in the process timer set value. The effect control CPU 101 refers to the process table, displays the effect design in the form set in the display control execution data for the time set in the process timer set value, and displays the character image or background displayed on the display screen. Control to display. In addition, the flashing of the light emitter is controlled in a manner set in the lamp control execution data and the sound number data, and the sound output from the speaker 27 is controlled.

  The process table shown in FIG. 61 is stored in the ROM of the effect control board 80. The process table is prepared according to the contents of each variation pattern and notice effect. If it is determined in step S8016 to execute the notice effect, the data corresponding to the notice effect is set, the process table is selected, and it is not determined to execute the notice effect. The process table for which data corresponding to the notice effect is not set is selected.

  Also, in the process table used when effect control is executed for a variation pattern with reach effect, the left symbol is stopped when a predetermined time has elapsed from the start of the variation, and the right symbol is stopped when a predetermined time further elapses. Process data indicating that it is to be displayed is set. In addition, instead of setting the symbols to be stopped and displayed in the process table, an image for displaying the symbols is synthesized and generated according to the determined stop symbols, pseudo-stops, and temporary stop symbols in the sliding effect. May be.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 sets a value corresponding to the variation time specified by the variation pattern command in the variation time timer (step S8007).

  Then, the effect control CPU 101 sets the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the effect symbol changing process (step S802) (step S8008).

  FIG. 62 is a flowchart showing the effect symbol variation in-process (step S802) in the effect control process. In the effect symbol changing process, the effect control CPU 101 subtracts 1 from the value of the process timer (step S8101) and subtracts 1 from the value of the change time timer (step S8102).

  In addition, when the process timer times out (step S8103), the effect control CPU 101 switches the process data. That is, the process timer setting value set next in the process table is set in the process timer (step S8104). Further, the control state for the effect device (effect part) is changed based on the display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data set next (step S8105).

  If the variation time timer has timed out (step S8106), the effect control CPU 101 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the effect symbol variation stop process (step S803) (step S8107).

  FIG. 63 is a flowchart showing the effect symbol fluctuation stop process (step S803) in the effect control process. In the effect symbol variation stop process, first, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not a stop symbol display flag indicating that the stop symbol of the effect symbol is being displayed is set (step S861). If the stop symbol display flag is set, the effect control CPU 101 proceeds to step S867. In this embodiment, as will be described later, when a jackpot symbol is displayed as a stop symbol of the effect symbol, a stop symbol display flag is set in step S866. When the fanfare effect is executed, the stop symbol display flag is reset in step S868. Therefore, the fact that the stop symbol display flag is set in step S861 is a stage where the fanfare effect is not yet executed although the big hit symbol or the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed, so the stop symbol of the effect symbol in step S862 is not executed. The process proceeds to step S867 without repeatedly executing the process of displaying the.

  If the stop symbol display flag is not set, the effect control CPU 101 performs control to stop and display the stored stop symbol (disconnected symbol, big hit symbol, or small hit symbol) (step S862). The production control CPU 101 may perform control to stop and display the production symbol in response to the reception of the symbol confirmation designation command from the game control microcomputer 560.

  Next, when neither the big winning symbol nor the small winning symbol is displayed in step S862 (that is, when the off symbol is displayed: N in step S863), the presentation control CPU 101 resets a predetermined flag (step S864). . For example, the effect control CPU 101 resets a command reception flag such as a display result designation command reception flag. The effect control CPU 101 may reset the command reception flag immediately after being referred to in the effect control process or the fourth symbol process (for example, as shown in step S811 in FIG. 58, the variation pattern). The fluctuation pattern command reception flag may be reset immediately after confirming the command reception flag). Then, the effect control CPU 101 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) (step S865).

  When the big hit symbol or the small hit symbol is displayed in step S862 (Y in step S863), the effect control CPU 101 sets the stop symbol display flag (step S866), and the fanfare flag (big hit start 1 designation command reception flag). Then, it is confirmed whether or not the big hit start 2 designation command reception flag or the small hit / sudden probability sudden change big hit start designation command reception flag) is set (step S867). When the fanfare flag is set (Y in step S867), the effect control CPU 101 resets the stop symbol display flag (step S868) and selects process data corresponding to the fanfare effect (step S869). Then, the process timer is started (step S870).

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the sudden sudden change big hit A or the small hit is (step S871). Note that whether or not it is suddenly probable big hit A or small hit can be specifically determined by confirming the display result designation command stored in the display result designation command storage area. If it is suddenly probable big hit A or small hit, CPU 101 for effect control confirms whether or not the probable change state flag is set (step S872). If the probability variation state flag is not set, the production control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the time reduction state flag is set (step S873). If the time reduction flag is not set (that is, if the low probability / low base state is set), the effect control CPU 101 sets the common effect flag (step S874). Then, control goes to a step S876.

  If neither sudden probability change big hit A nor small hit (ie, normal big hit, probability change big hit or sudden probability change big hit B), the production control CPU 101 is common if set. The effect flag is reset (step S875). Then, control goes to a step S876.

  In this embodiment, the common effect flag is displayed at the timing before the winning prize opening opening control is started at the end of the variation display that has become the normal big hit, the probable big hit, or the sudden probable big hit B by the processing in step S875. However, the control method shown in this embodiment is not limited to the above. For example, after finishing the fluctuation display that became a normal jackpot, a probable big hit, or suddenly a promising big hit B, the common effect flag is reset and the common effect is executed at the timing when the big prize opening control by the big hit game is finished You may make it complete | finish a period.

  As described above, by executing the processing of steps S871 to S875, in this embodiment, when the probability sudden hit big hit A or the small hit is suddenly in the low probability / low base state, The execution period is shifted to the execution period, and the execution period of the common performance is continued until the next jackpot occurs. In addition, it is not limited to sudden probability change big hit A or small hit, but for example, so-called sudden short and big hit (a big hit with a very small number of times and a short time opening of the big prize opening, it is controlled to the short state after the big hit game ends. In other words, in a game machine that is configured to be controllable even if the kite suddenly appears to be in a time-short state), when a sudden short-and-a-big-hit hits, it is shifted to the execution period of the common effect You may do it. In this way, when it is configured to be able to control suddenly at the time of jackpot, in the jackpot game, it is controlled whether the winning prize opening is controlled with the same opening pattern as in the case of suddenly odd-changing jackpot, so that it is suddenly odd or big Anything that does not recognize whether it is a big hit is acceptable.

  In addition, when it is configured to be able to control sudden short and big hits too, after the big hit game based on sudden probable big hits, all shift to the short time state (high base state) to recognize whether or not it is a probable change state. It may not be possible. In this case, after suddenly suddenly changing big hit, the fluctuation display of 100 times may be ended and the short time state (high base state) may be ended, or the short time state (high base state) may be continued until the next big hit. May be. In the case where the time-short state (high base state) is continued until the next big hit, it is only necessary to notify that the state is in a probable variation state after 100 fluctuation displays. In addition, for example, by deciding whether or not to be surely notified by performing a lottery process using a random number before the end of the 100-time variation display, it is notified that the state of probability change is determined when it is determined to notify the probability change. You may do it.

  Also, for example, a so-called sudden normal big hit (a big hit that is opened for a very small number of times or for a short period of time, and a big hit that is controlled to the normal state after the big hit game is finished. In a game machine that is configured to be controllable even if the game is configured to be in a normal state after ending the game, it may be shifted to the execution period of the common performance when suddenly a normal big hit is made. Good. In this case, for example, when the normal sudden big hit becomes the normal state (low probability / low base state), the execution period of the common effect is shifted, and the sudden base change sudden hit does not become the high base state. (I.e., when controlled to a high probability / low base state), or when a small hit occurs in the normal state (low probability / low base state) What is necessary is just to make it transfer to the execution period of a common production. Even when it is configured so that it can be controlled in a normal big hit like this, in the big hit game, the opening control of the big prize opening is performed with the same opening pattern as in the case of the sudden positive change big hit, Anything that can not recognize whether it is a sudden or normal big hit.

  In this embodiment, the execution period of the common effect is continued until the next big hit occurs. For example, after the transition to the execution period of the common effect, a predetermined number of times (for example, 50 times) The execution period of the common effect may be continued until the change display of) is ended. In addition, the execution period of the common effect may be continued until the display of fluctuations of 20 times or 100 times is finished, not limited to 50 times. In addition, for example, by performing a lottery process using random numbers for each variable display, it is determined whether or not to end the execution period of the common effect, and when it is determined to end the execution period of the common effect The common effect flag may be reset to end the execution period of the common effect.

  Then, the effect control CPU 101 sets the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the jackpot display process (step S804) (step S876). However, if it is a small hit, it is not a big hit, so the big hit display processing (step S804) to the big hit end effect processing (step S807) is not executed but set in step S869. It is preferable that an effect corresponding to the small hit game is executed over a predetermined effect period in accordance with the process data, and the process returns to the variation pattern command reception waiting process in step S800.

  FIG. 64 is a flowchart showing the jackpot display process (step S804) in the effect control process. In the jackpot display process, the effect control CPU 101 first determines whether or not the big prize opening open flag indicating that the big prize opening open display command has been received (that is, the big prize opening at the start of round 1). Whether or not a display command during opening has been received is confirmed (step S901). When the special winning opening open flag is not set (N in step S901), the effect control CPU 101 subtracts 1 from the value of the process timer (step S902), and the effect device (effect display) Control of the apparatus 9, the speaker 27, the frame LED 28, etc.) is executed (step S903). For example, the effect display device 9 displays a jackpot symbol and performs an effect of displaying characters or characters indicating that a jackpot has occurred.

  Next, the production control CPU 101 checks whether or not the process timer has timed out (step S904), and if the process timer has timed out, switches the process data (step S905). That is, the process data (display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data) set next in the process table is switched. Then, the process timer setting value in the next process data is set in the process timer and the process timer is started (step S906).

  When the big prize opening open flag is set (Y in step S901), the effect control CPU 101 selects an effect during the round based on the contents of the big prize opening open display command (step S907). Next, the effect control CPU 101 resets the special winning opening open flag (step S908), and selects process data corresponding to the effect during round selected in step S907 (step S909). Then, the process timer is started (step S910), and the value of the effect control process flag is set to a value corresponding to the in-round processing (step S805) (step S911).

  FIG. 65 is a flowchart showing the jackpot end effect process (step S807) in the effect control process. In the jackpot end effect process, the effect control CPU 101 first subtracts 1 from the value of the effect period measurement timer for measuring the effect period of the ending effect executed at the end of the jackpot game (step S971). The production period measurement timer is set based on the fact that all rounds of the big hit game have been completed, for example, during production during round (see step S805) or post-round processing (see step S806). Next, the production control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the production period measurement timer has timed out (step S972).

  When the production period measurement timer has not timed out (N in step S972), the production control CPU 101 subtracts 1 from the value of the process timer (step S973), and the production device (production display device 9) according to the contents of the process data n. , Speaker 27 etc.) is executed (step S974). For example, an effect of displaying that the big hit ends or displaying a predetermined character is executed.

  Then, the production control CPU 101 checks whether or not the process timer has timed out (step S975), and if the process timer has timed out, switches the process data (step S976). Then, the process timer set value in the next process data is set in the process timer and the process timer is started (step S977).

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 resets a predetermined flag (step S978). For example, the effect control CPU 101 resets a command reception flag such as a display result designation command reception flag. Then, the effect control CPU 101 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) (step S979).

  As described above, according to this embodiment, when a power failure is recovered, a high-accuracy medium signal is externally output via the terminal board 160 based on the fact that the probability variation flag is stored in the backup RAM. . In this case, the output of the high-accuracy signal is continued until the predetermined condition is satisfied after the power failure is restored (in this example, until the first big hit occurs), and the output of the high-accuracy signal is prohibited when the predetermined condition is satisfied. To do. Therefore, it is possible to check the presence / absence of a high-accuracy signal output on the hall side, and it is possible to save the trouble of checking whether or not the gaming machines have been initialized one by one. . Therefore, in a gaming machine configured not to notify that it is in a high-probability state, it is possible to reduce the work load when the gaming machine is initialized.

  For example, Patent Document 1 describes that probability variation information relating to whether or not a probability change state is output as a test signal during a game, but indicates that the probability change state is present when the gaming machine is turned on. There is no way to output the signal externally, and there is no way to check the state of each gaming machine at the hall side. On the other hand, in this embodiment, since a high-accuracy signal is output to an external device such as a hall computer from when the power failure is restored until a predetermined condition is satisfied, each You can list the status of gaming machines. In other words, if it is confirmed that a high-accuracy signal is output on the hall side, it can be easily recognized that the gaming machine has not been correctly initialized. Work burden can be reduced. In general, the test signal output terminal is not mounted on the board of the gaming machine of the mass sales machine, and even if the configuration described in Patent Document 1 is applied as it is, the probability changing state in the gaming machine of the mass sales machine It is not possible to output a test signal indicating that

  In this embodiment, the case where the output of the high-accuracy middle signal is stopped based on the occurrence of the first big hit as the predetermined condition is shown. However, the predetermined condition is limited to that shown in this embodiment. I can't. For example, the output of the high-accuracy signal may be stopped on the assumption that the predetermined condition is satisfied based on the elapse of a predetermined time (for example, 4 minutes) after the restoration of the power failure. Further, for example, even when a small hit occurs, the output of the high-accuracy medium signal may be stopped assuming that the predetermined condition is satisfied. In addition, for example, when the probability variation state is configured to end based on the fact that the variation display is executed a predetermined number of times after being controlled to the probability variation state, the certain number of variations display is terminated and the probability variation state is changed. The output of the high-accuracy signal may be stopped assuming that the predetermined condition is satisfied when the process is completed.

  In addition, according to this embodiment, control is made to the probability variation state based on the sudden occurrence of the probability variation big hit A, and a common effect in which it is difficult to recognize whether or not the probability variation state is in the low base state is executed. . Further, when the probability / low base state is high, the probability is changed to the high base state at a high rate on the basis of the occurrence of a sudden probability variation big hit A. Therefore, it is possible to diversify the transition of the control of the gaming state, and by increasing the rate of transition to the high base state when the sudden probability change big hit A occurs when in the high probability / low base state, It is possible to reduce the player's feeling of disappointment when the sudden probability change big hit A having a low game value is continuously generated, and to improve the interest in the game. “Controlling to a high base state at a high rate” may mean controlling to a high base state at a rate of 100% when a sudden probability change big hit A occurs in a high probability / low base state. However, it is also possible to provide a case where the high base state is not controlled, and to make the ratio controlled to the high base state higher than the ratio not controlled to the high base state.

  In this embodiment, the case where the common effect is configured to be executable when the gaming state is in the low base state has been described. However, the common effect can be performed even when the gaming state is in the high base state. May be. In this case, for example, the production control microcomputer 100 does not perform the determination processing of steps S872 and S873 in the production symbol fluctuation stop processing shown in FIG. Even if it is controlled to a low probability / high base state, the common effect flag is set and the common effect is executed, or a small hit occurs during the high base state. A common effect may be executed by setting a common effect flag.

  Further, according to this embodiment, as the big hit gaming state, a round is performed for a predetermined number of times to control the grand prize opening to an open state with an advantageous opening pattern for the player (for example, a round in which the big prize opening is opened for 29 seconds). The game is executed for a predetermined number of rounds (for example, the prize winning opening is set to 0. 15 times) and a round of controlling the big winning prize opening to an open state with a disadvantageous opening pattern for the player. There is a big hit gaming state based on a sudden probability change big hit. Then, based on the fact that it is suddenly determined that the probability variation big hit A is made, it is possible to execute a common effect. Therefore, by diversifying the mode of the jackpot gaming state, it is possible to improve the interest of the game, and the number of rounds in the jackpot gaming state is set to a predetermined number of times (in this example, 15 times) The processing burden when controlling to the big hit gaming state can be reduced. That is, by fixing the number of rounds, it is not necessary to separately process round number notification and round number setting according to the number of rounds, and the processing burden can be reduced.

  Further, according to this embodiment, the big winning opening is controlled to be in an open state in a manner similar to the sudden probability change big hit (for example, the control for opening the big winning opening for only 0.1 second is executed 15 times). There is a gaming state. And even when it is determined to be in the small hit gaming state, the common effect can be executed. Therefore, by providing a small hit game state other than the big hit game state, it is possible to further improve the interest in the game.

  In this embodiment, depending on whether or not the sudden probability change big hit is sudden probability change big hit B, which is always controlled to a high probability / high base state after the big hit game, and whether or not the previous game state was a high probability state. Although the case of providing two types of sudden probability variation big hit A that controls to either high probability / high base state or high probability / low base state is shown, it is an example and is limited to the one shown in this embodiment. Absent. For example, a sudden probability variation big hit C that is always controlled to a high probability / low base state may be provided. In addition, for example, when suddenly a probable big hit, the control is always made to either a high probability / high base state or a high probability / low base state depending on whether or not the previous gaming state was a high probability state. It may be.

  Further, in this embodiment, when suddenly probable big hit A is reached, control is performed to a high probability / high base state or a high probability / low base state depending on whether or not the previous gaming state is a high probability state. Although the case has been shown, the control may be performed to a high probability / high base state or a high probability / low base state depending on whether or not the immediately preceding gaming state is a high base state. In this case, for example, when a sudden probability variation big hit A occurs in the high base state, control is made to a high probability / high base state, and when a sudden probability variation big hit A occurs in the low base state. May be controlled to a high probability / low base state. Also in the case where the control is made to have a high probability / high base state or a high probability / low base state depending on whether or not the immediately preceding gaming state is a high base state, FIG. As in (E), when the variable display of the first special symbol is executed and when the variable display of the second special symbol is executed, the distribution of the sudden probability variation big hit A and the sudden probability variation big hit B is different. Also good.

  Also, in this embodiment, when suddenly changing to a big hit or a small hit, the number of times of opening the big winning opening itself is fixed to 15 times, which is the same as a normal big hit or a probability changing big hit, Although the case where the game value is reduced compared with the normal big hit or the probable big hit is shown by shortening the opening time to 0.1 seconds, it is an example and is not limited to the one shown in this embodiment. . For example, the game value may be lowered as compared with the normal big hit or the probable big hit by reducing the number of times the big winning opening is opened compared to the normal big win or the probable big hit (for example, it is opened only twice).

  Further, according to this embodiment, the time-short state can be controlled to either the first time-short state or the second time-short state in which the variation time is further shortened compared to the first time-short state. Then, when controlling to the first time-short state, the control is performed to the second time-short state at a high rate based on the sudden occurrence of the probability variation big hit A. Therefore, the disappointment of the player when the sudden probability change big hit A with low gaming value occurs is increased as much as possible by increasing the rate of transition to the second time short state when sudden probability change big hit A is reached in the first short time state. Can be prevented. That is, by changing to the second short time state, the variation time is shortened. As a result, the time until the next big hit occurs can be shortened, and the interest in the game can be improved. Note that “control to the second short-time state at a high rate” may be to control to the second short-time state at a rate of 100% when sudden probability change big hit A occurs in the first short-time state. In addition, a case where the control is not performed in the second time-short state may be provided, and the ratio controlled in the second time-short state may be higher than the ratio where the control is not performed in the second time-short state.

  Further, according to this embodiment, the first special symbol variation display and the second special symbol variation display are performed at different rates based on the sudden occurrence of a probable big hit A. Control to 2 o'clock short state. Therefore, it is possible to improve the interest of the game by changing the ratio of shifting to the second short time state between the case of performing the variable display of the first special symbol and the case of performing the variable display of the second special symbol.

  Further, according to this embodiment, when the variable display of the second special symbol is executed with priority given to the variable display of the first special symbol and the variable display of the second special symbol is performed, the first special symbol is displayed. Compared to the case where the symbol display is changed, it is determined that the normal big hit or the probable big hit is at a high rate. Therefore, when performing the variable display of the second special symbol that is preferentially executed, the game value is high (the opening time of the big prize opening per time is as long as 29 seconds and high euphoria). By increasing the ratio, the interest in games can be improved. Note that “a high percentage of normal big hits or probability variable big hits” means that when the second special symbol is displayed in a variable manner, 100% of the normal big hits or probability variable big hits may be used. It is also possible to provide a case where no big hit is made, and the ratio of the normal big hit or the probability variation big hit may be higher than the ratio where the normal big hit or the probability variation big hit is not made.

  Further, according to this embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 is informed that the initialization process was executed when the gaming machine was turned on, and that a predetermined error (in this example, an abnormality to the start winning port 14). A security signal is output to the outside of the gaming machine based on the establishment of a predetermined signal output condition including that it has been determined that (winning) has occurred. In this case, the game control microcomputer 560 has a common output terminal (a terminal board of the terminal board) provided in the gaming machine when the initialization process is executed and when it is determined that a predetermined error has occurred. A security signal is output from the common connector CN8). Further, when a predetermined signal output condition is newly established when a security signal is output (in this example, when an abnormal winning to the start winning opening 14 is newly detected), an output time for outputting the security signal Is extended. Therefore, by outputting the security signal based on the execution of the initialization process, it is possible to prevent the act of hitting the jackpot by executing the initialization process illegally. For example, in general, when the initialization process is executed in a gaming machine, the random number value for jackpot determination is also reset and the update from the initial value is started again, so that the timing of the jackpot may be predictable However, according to this embodiment, since the security signal is output to the outside when the initialization process is executed, the hall side recognizes that the act of illegally initializing the gaming machine has been performed. It is possible to prevent the act of aiming at the big hit by executing the initialization process illegally. In addition, since the security signal is output to the common output terminal when the initialization process is executed and when it is determined that a predetermined error has occurred, the waste of the signal line for external output is reduced. Can do. Accordingly, it is possible to reduce the waste of the signal line for external output while preventing the act of hitting the jackpot by executing the initialization process illegally.

  In the above embodiment, the production control board 80, the audio output board 70, and the lamp driver board 35 are provided as the boards on which the circuit for controlling the production apparatus is mounted. You may mount on one board | substrate. Further, a first effect control board (display control board) on which a circuit for controlling the effect display device 9 and the like is mounted and a circuit for controlling other effect devices (lamps, LEDs, speakers 27, etc.) are mounted. You may make it provide two board | substrates with two production | presentation control boards.

  In the above-described embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 directly transmits a command to the effect control microcomputer 100. However, the game control microcomputer 560 transmits another command (for example, FIG. 6). The sound output board 70 and the lamp driver board 35 shown in FIG. 5 or the sound / lamp board having the function of the circuit mounted on the sound output board 70 and the function of the circuit mounted on the lamp driver board 35). A control command may be transmitted and transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100 on the effect control board 80 via another board. In that case, the command may simply pass through another board, or the sound output board 70, the lamp driver board 35, and the sound / lamp board are equipped with control means such as a microcomputer, and the control means receives the command. In response to this, control related to sound control and lamp control is executed, and the received command is changed as it is or, for example, to a simplified command to control the effect display device 9. You may make it transmit to. Even in that case, the effect control microcomputer 100 performs the display control in accordance with the effect control command directly received from the game control microcomputer 560 in the above-described embodiment. Display control can be performed in accordance with commands received from the board 35 or the sound / lamp board.

  In addition, in embodiment shown above, the characteristic structure of the gaming machine as shown to the following (1)-(4) is also shown.

(1) The gaming machine has a first detection unit (for example, a second start) that detects a game medium (for example, a game ball) that passes through a passage area (for example, the second start winning port 14) provided in the game area. A coil L in the mouth switch (proximity switch) 14a) and a first game medium detecting means (for example, a second start port switch (for example) that outputs a first detection signal when a game medium is detected by the first detector. (Proximity switch) 14a, a signal output unit (game medium detection means for outputting a detection signal: equivalent to a power source, a coil L, a resistor R and a capacitor C)) and a downstream of the first detection unit, passing through a passage area A second detection unit (for example, an input unit of the phototransistor 342 in the winning confirmation switch (photosensor) 14b) that detects the game medium and a second detection unit when the game medium is detected by the second detection unit Second game medium detection means for outputting an output signal (for example, an output part of the phototransistor 342 in the winning confirmation switch (photo sensor) 14b), and the error determination means is the first game medium detection means input from the first game medium detection means. The number of game media detected by the first detector and the number of game media detected by the second detector based on the detection signal of 1 and the second detection signal input from the second game media detector If it is determined that the difference between the two exceeds a predetermined threshold value (for example, 10), it is determined that an abnormal passage of the game medium to the passing area has occurred as a predetermined error (for example, the game control microcomputer 560 determines whether or not the step S2126). And the first detection unit and the second detection unit are configured by sensors of different detection methods (examples). In the second start hole switch 14a is configured as a proximity switch, the winning confirmation switch 14b may be configured) as a photo sensor. According to such a configuration, it is possible to more reliably detect fraudulent acts on the detection unit that detects the game medium, and to take reliable measures against fraud.

(2) The gaming machine is based on the fact that the first detection signal is input from the first game medium detection means (for example, the detection signal from the second start port switch 14a is input). After the detection signal is input, the start condition for allowing the variable display to start is satisfied (for example, the variable display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol is not executed and the game state is not a big hit gaming state). Based on variable display execution means (for example, steps S300 to S304 in the game control microcomputer 560) for performing variable display of a plurality of types of identification information (for example, the first special symbol and the second special symbol) that can be distinguished from each other. Only when the first detection signal is input from the first game medium detection means (for example, the detection signal is input from the second start port switch 14a). And a payout control execution means (for example, a part for executing step S32 in the game control microcomputer 560) for performing control for paying out the prize game medium as a prize, and input from the second game medium detection means The second detection signal is used only for determining whether or not an abnormality in passing of the game medium to the passing area has occurred by the error determination means (for example, the game control microcomputer 560 detects from the winning confirmation switch 14b). The signal may be confirmed only in the process of step S2124, and used in step S2126 to determine whether or not there is an abnormal winning at the second start winning opening 14. According to such a configuration, the variable display of identification information and the payout of premium game media are processed based on the detection result in one of the detection units, thereby preventing an increase in processing burden associated with strengthening countermeasures against fraud. can do.

(3) The error determination means uses the difference between the number of game media detected by the first detection unit and the number of game media detected by the second detection unit as a predetermined threshold, The number of game media detected in the first detection unit when a plurality of game media are accumulated between the first detection unit and the second detection unit (for example, when the second start winning opening 14 is in a ball clogged state). And the difference between the number of detected game media in the second detection unit (for example, three, see FIG. 43) is determined (for example, the game control microcomputer 560 determines whether or not the value exceeds the difference). In FIG. 43, it may be determined whether or not it is 10 or more with a sufficient margin for three detection errors between the second start port switch 14a and the winning confirmation switch 14b shown in FIG. According to such a configuration, when a plurality of game media stays in the passage area (when a ball is clogged), it is erroneously determined that a game media passage abnormality (winning abnormality) has occurred. Can be prevented. Accordingly, it is possible to prevent erroneous determinations associated with strengthening countermeasures against fraud.

(4) The external output means outputs predetermined external outputs over different times when the initialization process is executed by the initialization process execution means and when the error determination means determines that a predetermined error has occurred. (For example, when the initialization process is executed, the game control microcomputer 560 sets the security signal information timer to 30 seconds in step S14a and executes steps S1069 to S1074, S1102, and S1103. If an abnormal winning at the second start winning opening 14 is detected, the security signal information timer is set to 4 minutes in step S2127, and steps S1069 to S1074, S1102, and S1103 are executed). Also good. According to such a configuration, by determining the output time of a predetermined external output signal, whether the initialization process is performed or a predetermined error occurs in the external device. It becomes possible to discriminate.

  The present invention starts variable display of a plurality of types of identification information, each of which can be identified based on the fact that a start condition permitting the start of variable display is satisfied after the game medium passes through the start area, and displays the display result. A variable display unit for derivation display is provided, and when a specific display result is derived and displayed on the variable display unit, control is performed to a specific gaming state advantageous to the player, and identification information is variable as compared with a normal gaming state. The present invention is suitably applied to a gaming machine that can be controlled to a high probability state in which the probability that the display result of the display becomes the specific display result is improved.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Pachinko machine 8a 1st special symbol display device 8b 2nd special symbol display device 9 Production display device 13 1st starting winning port 14 2nd starting winning port 20 Special variable winning ball device 31 Game control board (main board)
56 CPU
560 Game control microcomputer 80 Production control board 100 Production control microcomputer 101 Production control CPU
109 VDP
120 Push Button 121 Trigger Button 122 Stick Controller 123 Tilt Direction Sensor Unit 124 Push Sensor 125 Trigger Sensor 126 Vibrator Motor

Claims (2)

After the game medium has passed through the start area, variable display of a plurality of types of identification information that can be distinguished from each other is started on the basis that a start condition that allows the start of variable display is satisfied, and the display result is derived and displayed. A display means for controlling a specific game state advantageous to the player when the specific display result is derived and displayed on the variable display means , and the identification information is compared with that in the normal game state based on the establishment of the condition . A gaming machine that controls to a high probability state in which the probability that the display result of variable display becomes the specific display result is improved,
Fluctuation data storage means for storing, as fluctuation data generated when performing control, data including at least high probability state information indicating that the control is performed in the high probability state;
Storage content holding means capable of holding the storage content of the variation data storage means for a predetermined period even when power supply to the gaming machine is stopped;
Whether the specific gaming state is set, and as the specific gaming state, a first specific gaming state that gives a predetermined gaming value, or a second specific gaming state that gives a gaming value lower than the first specific gaming state. Predetermining means for determining which of the plurality of types of specific gaming states to include before the derivation display of the display result;
High probability state control means for controlling to the high probability state based on the determination result of the prior determination means;
Based on the determination result of the prior determination means, a high frequency state control means for controlling the start area to a high frequency state in which the frequency at which the game medium is likely to pass is increased, and
When power supply is started, based on the fact that the high-probability state information is stored in the variation data storage means, a high-probability state signal indicating that the high-probability state is controlled, A high probability state signal external output means for outputting to the outside of the gaming machine;
A common performance execution means for performing a common performance that is difficult to recognize whether or not the high probability state,
The high probability state signal external output means,
Continue outputting the signal during the high probability state until a predetermined condition is established after power supply is started,
After the predetermined condition is satisfied , even if the information during the high probability state is stored in the variation data storage means, the output of the signal during the high probability state is prohibited,
The high-probability state control means controls the high-probability state based on the fact that the prior-decision means has determined to be the second specific gaming state,
The common effect execution means is capable of executing the common effect when not controlled to the high frequency state,
The high-frequency state control means is controlled to the high-probability state and when not controlled to the high-frequency state, compared to when not controlled to both the high-probability state and the high-frequency state. Thus, the gaming machine is controlled to the high-frequency state at a high rate based on the fact that the pre-determining means determines that the second specific gaming state is set. Initialization operation means for outputting an operation signal in response to an operation;
Initialization processing execution means for executing initialization processing for initializing the storage contents of the variation data storage means when the operation signal from the initialization operation means is input when power supply is started; ,
Error determination means for determining whether or not a predetermined error has occurred;
A predetermined signal output condition is satisfied, including at least that the initialization process has been executed by the initialization process execution means and that the error determination means has determined that the predetermined error has occurred. And an external output means for outputting a predetermined external output signal to the outside of the gaming machine,
The external output means includes
An output terminal that outputs a signal in a high probability state when the initialization process is executed by the initialization process execution unit and when the predetermined error is determined by the error determination unit; Separately, the predetermined external output signal is output from a common output terminal provided in the gaming machine,
If the predetermined signal output condition is newly satisfied when the predetermined external output signal is being output, the output time for outputting the predetermined external output signal is extended.
The gaming machine according to claim 1.

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