JP5487246B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Description

  The present invention includes a variable display unit that variably displays a plurality of types of identification information that can identify each of them and derives and displays a display result, which is advantageous for a player when a specific display result is derived and displayed on the variable display unit. A special game state in which the display result of the variable display of the identification information is likely to be the specific display result when the predetermined transition condition is satisfied and the specific game state is ended and then the normal state when the predetermined transition condition is satisfied. It relates to a gaming machine.

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

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

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

  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 that is likely to occur (for example, a probability variation state (high probability state) in which the rate itself determined to be a big hit is increased, or a big hit as a result by increasing the utilization rate by shortening the variation time of the symbol In some cases, it is possible to shift to a short time state in which it is likely to occur.)

  In addition, even if such a gaming machine displays a specific display result (a jackpot symbol) as a variable display result and a jackpot is generated, it is not immediately possible to recognize whether or not the game is shifted to a special gaming state after the jackpot game ends. Thus, there is one configured to notify (execute a notification effect or the like) that a special gaming state is entered during the big hit game or at the end of the big hit game. For example, Patent Document 1 describes a gaming machine that performs a notification effect (for example, a probable promotion effect) during an ending during a big hit game or at the end of a big hit game. In addition, in the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1, the tenth round or the eleventh round among a plurality of rounds of the big hit game is determined as the timing for executing the notification effect during the big hit game. And when it is a probable big hit, the late round is determined at a high rate as the execution timing of the notification effect (in Patent Document 1, the eleventh round is higher than the tenth round as the execution timing of the notification effect) Determined by percentage).

JP 2009-119006 (paragraph 0108, paragraph 0115-0117, paragraph 0216-0236, paragraph 0239-0251, FIG. 8, FIG. 10, FIG. 33-37, FIG. 39-44)

  In the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1, the player is given a sense of expectation and frustration that the probability variation big hit or the probability variation state will continue by notifying that the probability variation big hit is as close as possible to the end of the big hit game. The game interest can be improved to some extent. However, by executing the notification effect, it is only possible to give a sense of expectation or frustration that the probability change state or the probability change state continues, and it cannot be said that a sufficient effect is obtained. Specifically, as for the game value (for example, how many rounds of jackpot) a running jackpot game has, it is impossible to give a sense of expectation or frustration due to notification effects. It is not possible to sufficiently enhance the interest in

  Therefore, the present invention provides not only a feeling of expectation for a special gaming state in a gaming machine configured to be able to execute a notification effect, but also an expectation that the particular gaming state being executed is a particular gaming state having a high gaming value. The purpose is to improve the interest of the game by enhancing the feeling.

A gaming machine according to the present invention includes a first variable display means for variably displaying a plurality of types of first identification information that can be identified based on the fact that a game medium has passed through a first starting area, and for deriving and displaying a display result , or the second variable display specific display result to the means each for displaying the derived variable display was carried out display result of the second identification information of a plurality of types can be identified based on the second start region game media passes (e.g., When a big win symbol) is derived and displayed, the specific game state (for example, a big hit game state) that is advantageous to the player is set, and when the predetermined transition condition is satisfied (for example, the probability change big hit), the specific game special game state tends to particular gaming state than when the state is the normal state at the end of completion (e.g., probability variation state) a gaming machine to shift to, the game media to first start region I spent it, or on the basis that the second start region game media passes, with whether the specific gaming state, and whether or not to establish a predetermined shift condition, the specific game state of a plurality of types of game value is different (For example, the number of rounds is different, such as a big hit of 7 rounds and a big hit of 15 rounds, or the number of rounds during the big hit game is the same, but the opening times of the big winning opening for each round are different, for each round large winning opening open count to determine the door either to one of the different such as), place the case and second start region the first starting region game media passes the game medium has passed the A pre-determining means (for example, steps S56 to S63 in the game control microcomputer 560) for determining which one of a plurality of types of specific game states is to be made at different ratios. And a notification effect executing means (for example, effect control) for executing a notification effect (for example, re-lottery effect. A portion for executing steps S835C to S835E and executing steps S835 and S836 to S838 in the microcomputer 100. A portion for executing steps S1913 to S1920. After executing steps S1905 to S1909 and S1974 to S1978, steps S1904 and S1973 The notification effect executing means includes a plurality of states including the variable display of the first identification information or the second identification information determined by the prior determination means as the specific gaming state and the specific gaming state. Execute notification effect at any timing of type When the predetermining means determines that the specific gaming state has a high gaming value , the specific game has a higher rate than the case where the predetermining means determines that the specific gaming state has a low gaming value. executing the notification effect in state (e.g., effect control microcomputer 100, in step S2107, as shown in FIG. 24, when a 15 round probability variation jackpot 3 is a probability variation big hit 1 of 7 rounds Compared to the case, the re-lottery effect (with promotion) is determined at a low rate so that the rate at which the probability change notification is executed at the later timing is increased. With such an arrangement, against the gaming machine can execute configure broadcast knowledge effect, not only expectation for it to be a special game state, a specific game state specific game mode of high game value running By increasing the sense of expectation, interest in games can be improved.

  The game machine selects, as a notification effect, an effect selection means (for example, a certain variation promotion effect) that is executed when the game state is controlled in a specific game state from a plurality of types of effects (for example, a certain change promotion effect). The portion for executing step S2314 in the effect control microcomputer 100 is provided, and the notification effect executing means can execute the notification effect during the specific gaming state of the type selected by the effect selection means (for example, for effect control) The microcomputer 100 executes steps S1913 to S1920 according to which probable change promotion effect is determined in step S2314, and after executing steps S1905 to S1909 and S1974 to S1978, executes steps S1904 and S1973. ), The effect selection means is controlled to a specific gaming state. As the number of times increases, a notification effect during a specific gaming state can be selected from many types of effects (for example, the microcomputer 100 for effect control, as shown in FIGS. 27 and 28 in step S2314). In the case of the first big hit, it is possible to select any of the probable promotion effect patterns 2, 4 to 6 and select only the role promotion effect or the ending promotion effect, whereas the second big hit ), The probability variation promotion effect pattern 3 can be determined in addition to the probability variation promotion effect patterns 2, 4 to 6, and the character promotion effect can be selected in addition to the accessory promotion effect and the ending promotion effect) It may be configured. According to such a configuration, the variation of the notification effect during the specific game state can be diversified as the number of times controlled to the specific game state increases, and the interest in the game can be improved.

  The game machine selects, as a notification effect, an effect selection means (for example, a certain variation promotion effect) that is executed when the game state is controlled in a specific game state from a plurality of types of effects (for example, a certain change promotion effect). And the portion for executing step S2314 in the production control microcomputer 100), and the production selection means provides different types of notification effects during the specific gaming state according to the gaming value of the specific gaming state determined by the predetermining means. (For example, the effect control microcomputer 100 determines the probability variation promotion effect pattern 6 in step S2314 when the probability variation big hit 3 which is the probability variation big hit of 15 rounds is shown in FIG. 27 and FIG. 28. In contrast, only the promotion promotion role can be selected. Ri 1, then to determine either the probability variation promotion effect patterns 2-5, character promotion effect in addition to the character object promotion effect can also be selected) may be configured so. According to such a configuration, it is possible to arouse the player's expectation by the appearance of the notification effect during the specific game state of the type selected in the case of the specific game state of a specific game value, Interest can be improved.

  The game machine selects, as a notification effect, an effect selection means (for example, a certain variation promotion effect) that is executed when the game state is controlled in a specific game state from a plurality of types of effects (for example, a certain change promotion effect). , The step of executing step S2314 in the production control microcomputer 100), and the production selection means is determined by the advance determination means to be in a specific gaming state with a low game value, the game value is determined by the advance determination means. Compared to the case where it is determined that the specific game state is high, the notification effect during the specific game state can be selected from many types of effects (for example, the microcomputer 100 for effect control is selected in step S2314). As shown in FIGS. 27 and 28, when the probability variation big hit is 3 which is the probability variation big hit of 15 rounds, While it is possible to select only the role promotion effect by determining the change promotion effect pattern 6, in the case of a normal big hit that is a big hit of 7 rounds or a probability change big hit 1, the probability change promotion effect patterns 2 to 5 Any one of them may be determined and a character promotion effect can be selected in addition to the role promotion effect). According to such a configuration, in the case of a specific gaming state with a low gaming value, it is possible to diversify the variation of the notification effect during the specific gaming state, while specifying the type selected in the case of a specific gaming state with a high gaming value. Appearance of the notification effect during the game state can increase the player's expectation and improve the interest in the game.

  When the gaming machine is determined to be in the specific gaming state by the pre-determining means and is determined to satisfy the predetermined transition condition, a special display result of the specific display result is displayed on the variable display unit as the variable display result of the identification information. Special display result display control means for deriving and displaying the display result (for example, the jackpot symbol of the probability variation symbol) (for example, the portion for executing the step S872 in the production control microcomputer 100 to derive and display the jackpot symbol of the probability variation symbol), When it is determined by the pre-determining means to be in the specific gaming state and the predetermined transition condition is determined to be established, the fact that it has been determined to satisfy the predetermined transition condition is notified by executing a notification effect. Or notification method determination means (for example, a game determination method) that determines whether to notify by deriving and displaying a special display result. Step S63 in the control microcomputer 560 is executed, and as shown in FIG. 10, as shown in FIG. The notification method determining means determines the derivation display of the special display result at a high rate as compared with the execution of the notification effect as a method of notifying that it is determined that the predetermined transition condition is satisfied ( For example, as shown in step S63, the game control microcomputer 560 determines the probability variation big hits 2 and 4 at the direct hit ratio at a higher rate than the probability variation big hits 1 and 3 accompanied by the re-lottery effect and the probability variation promotion effect. ) May be configured. According to such a configuration, when it is determined that the specific gaming state is set and the predetermined transition condition is determined, the appearance ratio of the notification effect is reduced as compared with the derivation display of the special display result. Thus, after the specific display result other than the special display result is obtained, it is possible to enhance the unexpectedness of the effect for the effect that informs that it is determined that the predetermined transition condition is established by the notification effect. Therefore, the player's sense of expectation for the notification effect can be aroused, and the interest in the game can be improved.

It is the front view which looked at the pachinko game machine from the front. It is a block diagram which shows the circuit structural example of a game control board (main board). It is a block diagram which shows the circuit structural example of a relay board | substrate, an effect control board | substrate, a lamp driver board | substrate, and an audio | voice output board | substrate. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the main process which the microcomputer for game control performs. It is a flowchart which shows a 2 ms timer interruption process. It is a flowchart which shows a special symbol process process. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of an effect control command. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of a fluctuation pattern. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol normal process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of a big hit classification determination table. It is a flowchart which shows an example of 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 an example of a special symbol change process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol fluctuation | variation stop process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a jackpot end process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the main process which the microcomputer for production control performs. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of production control process processing. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a process table. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a variation pattern command reception waiting process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of an effect design change start process. It is a flowchart which shows a re-lottery effect setting process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of a re-lottery effect determination table. It is a flowchart which shows a probability change promotion effect setting process. It is a flowchart which shows a probability change promotion effect setting process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of a probability change promotion effect pattern. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of a probability change promotion effect determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of an operation frequency determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of an accessory promotion production | presentation timing determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of a character promotion effect pattern. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of a character promotion effect timing determination table. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a process during effect design change. It is a flowchart which shows an example of an effect design change stop process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a jackpot display process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a process in round. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a process in round. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a process in round. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a post-round process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a big hit end effect process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the execution timing of a re-lottery effect and a probability change promotion effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of a display of a re-lottery effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of a display of a character probability change promotion effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows the modification of an operation frequency determination table.

  DESCRIPTION OF EXEMPLARY EMBODIMENTS Hereinafter, a first embodiment of the 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.

  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 symbols in synchronization with the variable symbol special display. 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 special control indicator 8 performs variable display of the special symbol, the effect control microcomputer causes the effect display device 9 to execute the effect display along with the variable display, so that the progress of the game can be grasped. Can be easier.

  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.

  A special symbol display 8 for variably displaying a special symbol as identification information is provided on the lower right side of the game board 6. The special symbol display 8 is realized by a simple and small display (for example, 7 segment LED) capable of variably displaying numbers 0 to 9. That is, the special symbol display 8 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 special symbol type and the special symbol type are the same (for example, both 0 to 9), but the types may be different. The special symbol display 8 may be configured to variably display a number (or a two-digit symbol) of, for example, 00 to 99.

  For the variable display of the special symbol, after the start condition which is the execution condition of the variable display is satisfied (for example, the game ball has passed through the start winning opening 14 (including winning)), the variable display start condition (for example, holding) It starts when the number of memories is not 0, the special symbol variable display is not executed, and the big hit game is not executed. When the 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).

  Below the effect display device 9, there is provided a variable winning ball device 15 having a start winning port 14 through which a game ball can be won. The game ball won in the start winning opening 14 is guided to the back of the game board 6 and detected by the start opening switch 14a. The variable winning ball device 15 is opened by a solenoid 16. When the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is in the open state, it becomes easier for the game ball to start and win the start winning opening 14, which is advantageous for the player.

  On the side of the special symbol display 8 is provided a special symbol hold memory display 18 composed of four displays for displaying the number of effective winning balls that have entered the start winning opening 14, that is, the number of reserved memories. The special symbol storage memory display 18 increases the number of indicators that are turned on by one every time there is an effective start winning. Then, every time variable display on the special symbol display 8 is started, the number of indicators to be turned on is reduced by one.

  The effect display device 9 performs variable display of the effect symbol as a symbol for decoration (for effect) during the variable display time of the special symbol by the special symbol indicator 8. The variable display of the special symbol on the special symbol display 8 and the variable display of the effect symbol on the effect display device 9 are synchronized. When the special symbol display 8 stops displaying the jackpot symbol, the effect display device 9 stops displaying the combination of effect symbols that reminds of the big hit.

  On the left side of the decorative portion around the effect display device 9, a movable member 78 that is attached to the rotation shaft of the motor 86 and moves when the motor 86 rotates is provided. In this embodiment, the movable member 78 oscillates or moves to the front of the display screen of the effect display device 9 when an accessory promotion effect, which is one of the probable change promotion effects described later, is executed. To do. For example, the movable member 78 may operate when a pseudo-continuous effect or a notice effect is executed. Further, in the decorative portion around the effect display device 9, a blade-shaped movable member (hereinafter referred to as an effect blade accessory) that is attached to the rotating shaft of the motor 87 and moves when the motor 87 rotates is provided below the left and right. 79a and 79b are provided. For example, the effect blades 79a and 79b operate when the notice effect is executed.

  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 the opening / closing plate is opened by the solenoid 21 in a specific gaming state (a big hit gaming state) that occurs when a specific display result (a big hit symbol) is derived and displayed on the special symbol display 8. By controlling to the state, the big winning opening which becomes the winning area is opened. The game ball that has won the big winning opening is detected by the count switch 23.

  The game area 6 is also provided with winning ports (ordinary winning ports) 29, 30, 33, and 39 for paying out a predetermined number of premium game balls determined in advance based on winning of the game balls. The game balls won in the winning openings 29, 30, 33, 39 are detected by the winning opening switches 29a, 30a, 33a, 39a.

  A normal symbol display 10 is provided on the right side of the game board 6. The normal symbol display 10 variably displays a plurality of types of identification information (for example, “◯” and “x”) called normal symbols.

  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. In this embodiment, variable display is performed by alternately lighting the upper and lower lamps (the symbols can be visually recognized when turned on). For example, if the lower lamp is turned on at the end of the variable display, it is a hit. . When the stop symbol on the normal symbol display 10 is a predetermined symbol (winning symbol), the variable winning ball device 15 is opened for a predetermined number of times. In other words, the state of the variable winning ball device 15 changes from a disadvantageous state to the player to a favorable state (a state in which the game ball is likely to win the start winning opening 14) when the stop symbol of the normal symbol is a winning symbol. To do. 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. Further, a probability variation state in which the probability of being determined to be a big hit compared to the normal state is higher (a state in which the probability of being determined to be a big hit as a result of displaying a special symbol is higher than that in the normal state. ) Increases the probability that the stop symbol in the normal symbol display 10 becomes a winning symbol, and increases the opening time and the number of times the variable winning ball device 15 is opened. Even in the short state where the symbol variation time is shortened (the game state in which the special symbol variable display time is shortened) although it is not the probability variation state, the opening time and the number of times of opening of the variable winning ball apparatus 15 are increased.

  On the left and right sides of the game area 7 of the game board 6, there are provided decorative LEDs 25 that are displayed blinking during the game, and at the lower part there is an outlet 26 for taking in a hit ball that has not won. In addition, two speakers 27 that utter sound effects and sounds as predetermined sound outputs are provided on the left and right upper portions outside the game area 7. On the outer periphery of the game area 7, a frame LED 28 provided on the front frame is provided.

  The members constituting the hitting ball supply tray 3 are provided with operation buttons 120 as operation means that can be operated by the player. The operation button 120 is provided with a push button switch that can be pressed by the player. The operation button 120 is provided not only with a push button switch that can be pressed by the player, but also with a dial that can be rotated by the player. The player can perform a predetermined selection (for example, selection of effects) by rotating the dial.

  In the gaming machine, a ball striking device (not shown) that drives a driving motor in response to a player operating the batting operation handle 5 and uses the rotational force of the driving motor to launch a gaming ball to the gaming area 7. ) Is provided. A game ball launched from the ball striking device enters the game area 7 through a ball striking rail formed in a circular shape so as to surround the game area 7, and then descends the game area 7. If the game ball enters the start winning opening 14 and is detected by the start opening switch 14a, the special symbol variable display can be started (for example, the special symbol variable display ends and the start condition is satisfied). The special symbol display 8 starts variable display (variation) of the special symbol, and the effect display device 9 starts variable display of the effect symbol. In other words, the variable display of the special symbol and the effect symbol corresponds to winning at the start winning opening 14. If the special symbol variable display cannot be started, the number of reserved memories is increased by 1 on the condition that the number of reserved memories has not reached the upper limit.

  In this embodiment, when a probable big hit is made, the gaming state is shifted to a high probability state (a probable variation state, a gaming state in which the probability of making a big hit compared to the normal state) and a game ball. Shifts to a high base state (high frequency state), which is a gaming state controlled so that it is easy to start winning (that is, the execution condition of variable display in the special symbol display 8 or the effect display device 9 is easily established) To do. In addition, when a big hit is normally made, the gaming state is shifted to the high base state although it does not shift to the high probability 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.

  In this embodiment, as a special gaming state in which the probability that a big hit will occur, the case where the probability determined to be a big hit is shifted to a probability change state (high probability state) in which the ratio itself is increased, The game state to be transferred as the special game state is not limited to the one shown in this embodiment. For example, by shifting to the short time state as the special gaming state, the operating rate may be increased by shortening the symbol variation time, so that a big hit is likely to occur as a result.

  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.

  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.

  In this embodiment, the transition to the high base state is performed by controlling the time-short state by setting the time-short flag (see steps S455 and S456). Therefore, in this embodiment, the high base state and the short time state are substantially synonymous.

  In this embodiment, a case is shown in which the variable winning ball device 15 is controlled to be in an open state based on the fact that the normal symbol variation display result is a win, but for example, a game ball has passed through the gate 32. On the basis of the above, the variable winning ball apparatus 15 may be controlled to be in an open state as it is without performing the normal symbol variation display. Further, for example, it is configured so that it is per 100% of the normal symbol variation display, and if the game ball substantially passes through the gate 32, the variable winning ball device 15 is controlled to be opened as it is. Also good. Further, in this case, when controlling to the high base state, for example, the start winning prize may be made easier by extending the time during which the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is in the open state.

  FIG. 2 is a block diagram showing an example of the circuit configuration of the main board (game control board) 31. FIG. 2 also shows a payout control board 37, an 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 CPU 56 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 according to the program, and an I / O port unit 57. In this embodiment, the ROM 54 and the RAM 55 are built in the game control microcomputer 560. That is, the CPU 56 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 (a special symbol process flag or the like) corresponding to the game state, that is, the control state of the game control means, and data indicating the number of unpaid winning balls are stored in the backup RAM. The data corresponding to the control state of the game control means is data necessary for restoring the control state before the occurrence of a power failure or the like based on the data when the power is restored after a power failure or the like occurs. Further, data corresponding to the control state and data indicating the number of unpaid prize balls are defined as data indicating the progress state of the game. In this embodiment, it is assumed that the entire RAM 55 is backed up.

  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 CPU 56 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 for supplying detection signals from the gate switch 32a, the start port switch 14a, the count switch 23, and the winning port switches 29a, 30a, 33a, 39a to the game control microcomputer 560 is also mounted on the main board 31. Yes. 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.

  Further, the CPU 56 performs display control of the special symbol display 8 that variably displays the special symbol, the normal symbol display 10 that variably displays the normal symbol, the special symbol hold storage display 18 and the normal symbol hold storage display 41.

  An information output circuit (not shown) that outputs an information output signal such as jackpot information indicating the occurrence of a jackpot gaming state to an external device such as a hall computer 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.

  In addition, the effect control means mounted on the effect control board 80 controls the display of the decoration LED 25 provided on the game board and the frame LED 28 provided on the frame side via the lamp driver board 35. The sound output from the speaker 27 is controlled via the sound output board 70.

  FIG. 3 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. 3, 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. 3 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).

  The effect control CPU 101 drives the motor 86 to operate the movable member 78 via the output port 106. Further, the effect control CPU 101 drives a motor 87 for operating the effect blades 79 a and 79 b via the output port 106.

  Further, the effect control CPU 101 inputs a signal from the operation button 120 via the input port 107 in response to a pressing operation of the operation button 120 by the player.

  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. Further, an electric current is supplied to the decoration LED 25 provided on the game board side.

  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).

  Next, the operation of the gaming machine will be described. FIG. 4 is a flowchart showing a main process executed by the game control microcomputer 560 on the main board 31. When power is supplied to the gaming machine and power supply is started, the input level of the reset terminal to which the reset signal is input becomes high level, and the gaming control microcomputer 560 (specifically, the CPU 56) After executing a security check process, which is a process for confirming whether the contents of the program are valid, the main process 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, the interrupt mode is set to interrupt mode 2 (step S2), and a stack pointer designation address is set to the stack pointer (step S3). After initialization of the built-in device (CTC (counter / timer) and PIO (parallel input / output port), which are built-in devices (built-in peripheral circuits)) is performed (step S4), the RAM is accessible (Step S5). In the interrupt mode 2, the address synthesized from the value (1 byte) of the specific register (I register) built in the CPU 56 and the interrupt vector (1 byte: least significant bit 0) output from the built-in device is This mode indicates an interrupt address.

  Next, the CPU 56 checks the state of the output signal (clear signal) of a clear switch (for example, mounted on the power supply board) input via the input port (step S6). When the ON is detected in the confirmation, the CPU 56 executes normal initialization processing (steps S10 to S15).

  If the clear switch is not on, check whether data protection processing of the backup RAM area (for example, power supply stop processing such as addition of parity data) was performed when power supply to the gaming machine was stopped (Step S7). When it is confirmed that such protection processing is not performed, the CPU 56 executes initialization processing. Whether there is backup data in the backup RAM area is confirmed, for example, by the state of the backup flag set in the backup RAM area in the power supply stop process.

  When it is confirmed that the power supply stop process has been performed, the CPU 56 performs data check of the backup RAM area (step S8). In this embodiment, a parity check is performed as a data check. Therefore, in step S8, the calculated checksum is compared with the checksum calculated and stored by the same process in the power supply stop process. 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 is 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, an initialization process that is executed when the power is turned on is not performed when the power supply is stopped.

  If the check result is normal, the CPU 56 recovers the game state restoration process (steps S41 to S43) 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. Process). 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 part that should not be initialized is, for example, data indicating the gaming state before the power supply is stopped (special symbol process flag, probability variation flag, time reduction flag, etc.), and the area where the output state of the output port is saved (output port buffer) ), A portion in which data indicating the number of unpaid prize balls is set.

  Further, the CPU 56 transmits a power failure recovery designation command as an initialization command at the time of power supply recovery (step S43). Further, the CPU 56 transmits a display result designation command designating the display result stored in the backup RAM to the effect control board 80 (step S44). Then, the process proceeds to step S14.

  In this embodiment, the value of a variable time timer (to be described later) is also stored in the backup RAM area. Therefore, when the power failure is restored, after the display result designation command is transmitted in step S44, measurement of the saved variation time timer value is resumed, and the variation display of the special symbol is resumed and saved. When the value of the changed time timer has timed out, a symbol determination designation command to be described later is further transmitted. In this embodiment, a special symbol process flag value, which will be described later, is also stored in the backup RAM area. Therefore, when the power failure is recovered, the special symbol process is resumed from the process corresponding to the value of the stored special symbol process flag.

  Note that the display result designation command is not necessarily transmitted when the power failure is restored, but the CPU 56 may first confirm whether or not the value of the variable time timer stored in the backup RAM area is zero. . If the value of the variation time timer is not 0, it is determined that a power failure occurs during the variation, and a display result designation command is transmitted. It may be determined that the state has not been reached, and the display result designation command may not be transmitted.

  Further, the CPU 56 may first check whether or not the value of the special symbol process flag stored in the backup RAM area is 3. If the value of the special symbol process flag is 3, it is determined that the power failure occurs during the fluctuation, and a display result designation command is transmitted. If the special symbol process flag is not 3, the fluctuation occurs at the time of the power failure. The display result designation command may not be transmitted because it is determined that it is not in the middle.

  In this embodiment, it is confirmed whether the data in the backup RAM area is stored using both the backup flag and the check data. However, only one of them may be used. That is, either the backup flag or the check data may be used as an opportunity for executing the game state restoration process.

  In the initialization process, the CPU 56 first performs a RAM clear process (step S10). The RAM clear process initializes predetermined data (for example, count value data of a counter for generating a random number for normal symbol determination) to 0, but an arbitrary value or a predetermined value It may be initialized to. In addition, the entire area of the RAM 55 may not be initialized, and predetermined data (for example, count value data of a counter for generating a random number for normal symbol determination) may be left as it is. 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 in steps S11 and S12, for example, a normal symbol per-determining random number counter, a special symbol buffer, a total prize ball number storage buffer, a special symbol process flag, and other flags for selectively performing processing according to the control state are initialized. Value is set.

  Further, the CPU 56 initializes a sub board (a board on which a microcomputer other than the main board 31 is mounted) (a command indicating that the game control microcomputer 560 has executed an initialization process). Is also transmitted to the sub-board (step S13). For example, when the effect control microcomputer 100 receives the initialization designation command, the effect display device 9 performs screen display for notifying that the control of the gaming machine has been performed, that is, initialization notification.

  Further, the CPU 56 executes a random number circuit setting process for initial setting of the random number circuit 503 (step S14). For example, the CPU 56 performs setting according to the random number circuit setting program to cause the random number circuit 503 to update the value of the random R.

  In step S15, the CPU 56 sets a CTC register built in the game control microcomputer 560 so that a timer interrupt is periodically generated every predetermined time (for example, 4 ms). 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 execution of the initialization process (steps S10 to S15) is completed, the CPU 56 repeatedly executes the display random number update process (step S17) and the initial value random number update process (step S18) in the main process. When executing the display random number update process and the initial value random number update process, the interrupt disabled state is set (step S16). When the display random number update process and the initial value random number update process are finished, the interrupt enabled state is set. Set (step S19). In this embodiment, the display random number is a random number for determining the stop symbol of the special symbol when it is not a big hit, or a random number for determining whether to reach when it is not a big hit, The random number update process is a process for updating the count value of the counter for generating the display random number. 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. In this embodiment, the initial value random number is the initial value of the count value of the counter for generating a random number for determining whether or not to win for a normal symbol (normal random number generation counter for normal symbol determination). It is a random number to determine. A game control process for controlling the progress of the game, which will be described later (the game control microcomputer 560 controls game devices such as an effect display device, a variable winning ball device, a ball payout device, etc. provided in the game machine itself. In the process of transmitting a command signal to be controlled by another microcomputer, or a game machine control process), the count value of the random number for determination per normal symbol is one round (the random number for determination per normal symbol is taken). When the value is incremented by the number of values between the minimum value and the maximum value of the possible values), an initial value is set in the counter.

  In this embodiment, the reach effect is executed using effect symbols that are variably displayed on the effect display device 9. Further, when the display result of the special symbol is a jackpot symbol, the reach effect is always executed. When the display result of the special symbol is not a jackpot symbol, the CPU 56 determines whether to execute the reach effect by performing a lottery to determine a variation pattern using a random number. However, it is the production control microcomputer 100 that actually executes the reach production control.

  When the timer interrupt occurs, the CPU 56 executes the timer interrupt process of steps S20 to S34 shown in FIG. In the timer interrupt process, first, a power-off detection process for detecting whether or not a power-off signal is output (whether or not an on-state is turned on) is executed (step S20). The power-off signal is output, for example, when a power supply monitoring circuit mounted on the power supply board detects a decrease in the voltage of the power supplied to the gaming machine. In the power-off detection process, when detecting that the power-off signal has been output, the CPU 56 executes a power supply stop process for saving necessary data in the backup RAM area. Next, detection signals of the gate switch 32a, the start port switch 14a, and the count switch 23 are input via the input driver circuit 58, and the state determination is performed (switch processing: step S21).

  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 S32 and S33.

  Also, a process of updating the count value of each counter for generating each random number for determination such as a random number for determination per ordinary symbol used for game control is performed (determination random number update process: step S23). The CPU 56 further performs a process of updating the count value of the counter for generating the initial value random number and the display random number (initial value random number update process, display random number update process: steps S24 and S25).

  Further, the CPU 56 performs special symbol process processing (step S26). In the special symbol process, the corresponding symbol is executed in accordance with a special symbol process flag for controlling the special symbol display 8 and the special winning award in a predetermined order. The CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag according to the gaming state.

  Next, normal symbol process processing is performed (step S27). In the normal symbol process, the CPU 56 executes a corresponding process according to the normal symbol process flag for controlling the display state of the normal symbol display 10 in a predetermined order. The CPU 56 updates the value of the normal symbol process flag according to the gaming state.

  Further, the CPU 56 performs a process of sending an effect control command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (effect control command control process: step S28).

  Further, the CPU 56 performs information output processing for outputting data such as jackpot information, start information, probability variation information supplied to the hall management computer, for example (step S29).

  Further, the CPU 56 executes a prize ball process for setting the number of prize balls based on detection signals from the start port switch 14a and the count switch 23 (step S30). Specifically, the payout control indicating the number of winning balls to the payout control microcomputer mounted on the payout control board 37 in response to the winning detection based on whether either the start port switch 14a or the count switch 23 is turned on. A command (award ball number signal) is output. The payout control microcomputer drives the ball payout device 97 in response to a payout control command indicating the number of winning balls.

  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 on / off of the solenoid in the RAM area corresponding to the output state of the output port. The contents are output to the output port (step S31: output process).

  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 S32).

  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 S33). For example, when the start flag related to the variation of the normal symbol is set, the CPU 56 switches the display state (“◯” and “×”) for the variation rate of the normal symbol every 0.2 seconds until the end flag is set. With such a speed, the value of the display control data set in the output buffer (for example, 1 indicating “◯” and 0 indicating “x”) is switched every 0.2 seconds. Further, the CPU 56 outputs a normal signal on the normal symbol display 10 by outputting a drive signal in step S22 according to the display control data set in the output buffer.

  Thereafter, the interrupt permission state is set (step S34), and the process is terminated.

  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 S33 (excluding step S29) 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 special symbol display 8 and the effect display device 9 are stopped and displayed in a stopped state, the variable display state of the effect symbol does not reach the reach state after reaching the variable display of the effect symbol, and the reach is not reached. A combination of predetermined effect symbols may be stopped and displayed. 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 special symbol display 8 and the effect display device 9 are stopped and displayed, the reach effect is executed after the effect symbol variable display state becomes the reach state after the effect symbol variable display is started. In some cases, combinations of predetermined effect symbols that do not eventually become jackpot symbols are 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 special symbol display 8, the reach effect is executed after the variable display state of the effect symbol becomes the reach state, and finally in the effect display device 9. In the “left”, “middle”, and “right” symbol display areas 9L, 9C, and 9R, the effect symbols are aligned and stopped.

  FIG. 6 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 special symbol display 8 and the special winning opening is executed. In the special symbol process, the CPU 56 turns on the start opening switch 14a for detecting that a game ball has won the start winning opening 14, that is, if the start winning to the start winning opening 14 has occurred. Then, the start port switch passing process is executed (steps S311 and S312). Then, any one of steps S300 to S307 is performed. If the start port switch 14a is not turned on, any one of steps S300 to S307 is performed according to the internal state.

  In the start port switch passing process in step S312, the CPU 56 extracts a big hit determination random number for determining whether or not to make a big win, and stores it in a storage area provided in the RAM 55 or the like as a start winning memory. In this case, the CPU 56 extracts the jackpot determination random number and stores it in the storage area on the condition that the number of start winning memories stored in the storage area does not reach a predetermined upper limit value (for example, 4). In step S53 of the special symbol normal process, which will be described later, the CPU 56 reads the big hit determination random number stored in the storage area, and performs the big hit determination in step 57 using the read big hit determination random number. In addition to the big hit determination random number, for example, in the start switch passing process, the big hit type determination random number for determining the big hit type and the fluctuation pattern determining random number for determining the fluctuation pattern are extracted and stored. You may make it store in an area | region. Then, in step S63 of the special symbol normal process described later, the jackpot type is determined based on the jackpot type determination random number read from the storage area, or the variation pattern read from the storage area in step S204 of the variation pattern setting process described later. The variation pattern may be determined based on the determination random number.

  The processes in steps S300 to S307 are as follows.

  Special symbol normal processing (step S300): When the CPU 56 is in a state where variable symbol special display can be started, the CPU 56 checks the number of numerical data stored (the number of reserved memory) stored in the reserved memory buffer. The number of numerical data stored in the hold storage buffer can be confirmed by the count value of the hold storage counter. If the count value of the holding storage counter is not 0, it is determined whether or not the display result of the special symbol variable display is the specific display result (whether or not it is a big hit). A big hit flag is set for a specific display result. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (1 in this example) according to step S301.

  Fluctuation pattern setting process (step S301): Depending on the value of the variation pattern determination random number (one of the display random numbers) extracted when the start winning occurs, the variation pattern of variable display of the special symbol (corresponding to the variation time here) To select from a plurality of predetermined variation patterns. Further, based on the determined variation pattern, after setting the variable display time (variation time) until the special symbol is variably displayed and derived and displayed in the special symbol process timer, the special symbol process timer is started. At this time, information (variation pattern command) for instructing the variation pattern is transmitted to the effect control board 80. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (2 in this example) according to step S302. Instead of extracting the random number for determining the variation pattern at the time of starting winning, the variation pattern is extracted at the start of the variation of the special symbol (for example, extracted in the variation pattern setting process), and the variation pattern is determined based on the random number extracted at the beginning of the variation. It may be determined.

  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 variation processing (step S303): When the variation time of the variation pattern selected in the variation pattern setting process elapses (the special symbol process timer set in step S301 times out), the internal state (special symbol process flag) Is updated to a value according to step S304 (4 in this example).

  Special symbol stop process (step S304): The variable symbol display on the special symbol indicator 8 is stopped and the stop symbol is displayed. In addition, an effect control command (symbol confirmation specifying command) for designating stop of variable display of the effect symbol in the effect display device 9 is transmitted to the effect control board 80. If the jackpot flag is set, the time from when the jackpot symbol is stopped until the jackpot game starts (the jackpot display time) is set in the jackpot control timer, and then the jackpot control timer is started. Let In addition, the effect control board 80 is provided with an effect control command (fanfare command) for causing the effect control microcomputer 100 to execute a signal effect (fanfare effect) indicating that the jackpot game is started after the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed. Send. If the big hit flag is set, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (5 in this example) according to step S305. Otherwise, the internal state is updated to a value (0 in this example) according to step S300.

  Preliminary winning opening opening process (step S305): Control for opening the large winning opening is started. Specifically, the solenoid 21 is driven to open the special variable prize-winning device to open the big prize opening. The number of rounds is counted by a counter. In addition, a control is performed to transmit a display command during opening of a special winning opening designating the number of rounds to the effect control microcomputer 100. Also, the execution time (round time) of the process for opening the special prize opening is set by the special prize opening control timer, and the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (6 in this example) according to step S306.

  Processing for opening a special winning opening (step S306): A process for confirming the closing condition of the special winning opening is performed. When the closing condition for the big prize opening is established, the solenoid 21 is driven to close the special winning prize opening by closing the special variable prize winning device. Further, control is performed to transmit a display command after opening the special winning opening to the microcomputer 100 for effect control. Also check to see if there are any remaining rounds. When there is a remaining round, the time (interval time) from the end of the round to the start of the next round is set in the big prize opening control timer, and the internal state is a value corresponding to step S305 (in this example, Update to 5). In addition, when all rounds are completed, an effect control command (ending command) for causing the microcomputer 100 for effect control to perform an effect (ending effect) for notifying the player that the big hit gaming state has ended is provided. After transmitting to the effect control board 80, the internal state is updated to a value corresponding to step S307 (7 in this example).

  Big hit end process (step S307): A predetermined flag set / reset process for ending the big hit gaming state is performed. Then, the internal state is updated to a value corresponding to step S300 (0 in this example).

  FIG. 7 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the contents of the effect control command sent to the effect control board 80. In this embodiment, the effect control command has a 2-byte configuration. 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 “1”, and the first bit (bit 7) of the EXT data is always “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 the example shown in FIG. 7, commands 8000 (H) to 800 C (H) are effect control commands (variation) 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. Pattern command). The effect control command for designating the variation pattern is also a command for designating the variation start.

  Commands 8C00 (H) to 8C04 (H) are effect control commands indicating whether or not to make a big hit and the type of big hit. The effect control microcomputer 100 determines the display result of the effect symbols in response to the reception of the commands 8C00 (H) to 8C04 (H), so the commands 8C00 (H) to 8C04 (H) are referred to as display result designation commands.

  The command 8C00 (H) is an effect control command (display result 1 specifying command) that specifies that the display result of the effect display device 9 is lost. The command 8C01 (H) is an effect control command (display result 2 specifying command) that specifies that the display result of the effect display device 9 is usually a big hit. Commands 8C02 (H) to 8C04 (H) are effect control commands (display result 3 specifying command to display result 5 specifying command) for specifying that the display result of the effect display device 9 is a probable big hit.

  In this embodiment, in the case of a normal big hit, the game is controlled to a seven-round big hit game state, and is controlled to a short-time state until the display of 100 variations after the big hit game ends.

  Further, in this embodiment, the probability change big hit is controlled to a 7-round big hit gaming state, and after the big hit game is finished, it is controlled to a 7R probability variable big hit and a 15 round big hit gaming state. There are two types of 15R probability change big hits, which are shifted to the probability change state after the big hit game ends.

  Further, in this embodiment, when the probability variation jackpot is reached, a so-called probability variation symbol (a combination of symbols reminiscent of becoming a probability variation jackpot as a stop symbol of the production symbol. For example, the odd symbols having the same three symbols in the middle left and right. The combination of the symbols in the same state is displayed in a stopped state), and when it is immediately notified that it will be a probable big hit (so-called direct hit), and the non-probable change symbol during the variation display of the production symbol (A combination of symbols reminiscent of a normal jackpot. For example, a combination of symbols with three symbols on the left, middle, and right aligned with the same even number.) Assuming that there is a chance, a re-lottery effect will be executed during the fluctuation display, or a probable promotion effect will be executed during the subsequent big hit game or at the end of the big hit game, and it will be reported that the probable big hit There is a case to be.

  In this embodiment, when the 7R probability variation big hit and the re-lottery effect or the probability variation promotion effect are executed, a display result 3 designation command (command 8C02 (H)) is transmitted. When the 15R probability variation big hit and the re-lottery effect or the probability variation promotion effect are executed, a display result 5 designation command (command 8C04 (H)) is transmitted. In the case of direct hit, a display result 4 designation command (command 8C03 (H)) is transmitted regardless of whether it is 7R probability variation big hit or 15R probability variation big hit.

  As described above, “direct hit” means that, when the fluctuation time elapses, the probable symbol big hit symbol is stopped and displayed as a stop symbol of the production symbol, so that the probability variable big hit is immediately (big hit). It can be recognized (before the game starts). On the other hand, when the re-lottery effect or the probable change promotion effect is executed, as described above, the probable big hit symbol is displayed by temporarily displaying the big hit symbol of the non-probable variable symbol during the variation display of the effect symbol. Is immediately unrecognizable, and a lottery effect (for example, an effect such as symbol re-variation) is executed and the jackpot symbol of the probability variable symbol is stopped and displayed to notify that it is a probability bonus jackpot, By executing the probable change promotion effect during the big hit game or at the end of the big hit game, it is notified that the probable big hit. In this embodiment, in the case of a normal jackpot, when the fluctuation time elapses, the jackpot symbol of the non-probable variation symbol is stopped and displayed as a stop symbol of the production symbol, although the ratio is low compared to the case of the probable variation jackpot A similar probability change promotion effect (in this embodiment, a non-promoted role promotion effect) may be executed during the big hit game. In addition, a re-lottery effect may be executed while the effect symbol variation is displayed, although the ratio is lower than that in the case of the probable big hit. However, in the case of a big jackpot, if the lottery effect is executed in the same manner during the fluctuation display, or the probability change promotion effect is executed in the same manner during the big hit game, the probability change notification is performed. Absent.

  In this embodiment, in the case of a direct hit, a common display result 4 designation command is transmitted regardless of whether it is a 7R probability variation big hit or a 15R probability variation big hit. Different display result designation commands may be transmitted depending on whether or not 15R probability variation big hit. That is, a display result designation command for designating 7R probability variation big hit and direct hit and a display result designation command for designating 15R probability variation big hit and direct hit may be provided.

  Further, in this embodiment, out of the probable big hits, the 7R probable big hit and the re-lottering effect or the probable promotion effect are executed as the probable big hit 1, and the 7R probable big hit and the direct hit is the probable big hit 2 The 15R probability variation big hit and the re-lottery effect and the probability variation promotion effect are executed as the probability variation big hit 3 and the 15R probability variation big hit and the direct hit is also called the probability variation big hit 4.

  In this embodiment, the case where two types of specific game states (hit game state) having different game values are provided by differentiating the number of rounds during the jackpot game between 7 rounds and 15 rounds is shown. The method of differentiating the game value of a plurality of types of specific game states is not limited to that shown in this embodiment. For example, as a method of differentiating the number of rounds of the jackpot game, a jackpot game with a number of rounds other than 7 rounds and 15 rounds may be provided. In this case, specifically, for example, the game value of a specific gaming state may be made different by providing 15 rounds and 16 rounds. In addition, for example, although the number of rounds in a big hit game is the same, a game in a specific gaming state can be performed by changing the opening time of the big winning opening for each round or by changing the number of opening of the big winning opening for each round. The value may be different. Moreover, in this embodiment, the case where there are two types of big hit games of 7 round jackpots and 15 round big hits as the types of specific gaming states is shown, but not limited to two types, for example, three or more types of big hit games A specific gaming state may be provided (for example, there may be a 10 round jackpot in addition to a 7 round jackpot and a 15 round jackpot).

  “Re-lottery effect” refers to an effect that occurs in the middle of an effect symbol variable display period when it is determined in advance that a jackpot symbol (non-probability variable symbol or probability variable symbol) is to be derived and displayed on the effect display device 9. In the display device 9, a temporary stop display (for example, the fluctuation of the symbol is fluctuated) with the same non-probable variable symbols (the non-probable variable symbols are common, but may be outliers) in the display device 9 is provided. It is a state in which it is not completely stopped) and an effect such as re-fluctuating the symbol is performed to notify whether or not the player is promoted to a probable big hit. In this case, after the re-variation, for example, if the jackpot symbol of the probability variation symbol is derived and displayed as the final stop symbol of the production symbol, the fact that it has been promoted to the probability variation jackpot (that it is a probability variation jackpot) has been notified, If the jackpot symbol of the probability variation symbol is derived and displayed, it is notified that the promotion to the probability variation jackpot has failed. In this embodiment, the case where the re-variation display of the symbol is performed as a specific effect mode of the re-lottery effect is shown. However, the effect mode of the re-lottery effect is limited to that shown in this embodiment. I can't. For example, by temporarily stopping display of a big hit symbol of a non-probability variable symbol, once it is assumed that it is a normal big hit, the movable member 78 and the directing blades 79a and 79b are moved or displayed on the display screen. The re-lottery effect may be executed by causing a predetermined character to appear, lighting or blinking the lamps 25 and 28 in a predetermined pattern, or outputting a predetermined sound effect from the speaker 27. The specific content of the re-lottery effect will be described later.

  “Probability promotion effect” means that when the jackpot symbol (non-probability variation symbol or probability variation symbol) is determined and displayed in advance in the effect display device 9, the effect display device 9 produces the middle left and right effect symbols. Are derived and displayed with the same non-probable variation (non-probabilistic variation is common, but may be outliers) in order to notify whether or not the game will be promoted to a probabilistic large defeat after the start of the big win game Directing. In this embodiment, the probable promotion effect is performed in the ending effect during the big hit game or at the end of the big hit game. In addition, the kind of specific change promotion production and specific production contents will be described later.

  In this embodiment, as the notification effect for notifying whether or not the predetermined transition condition is established (determined to be a promising big hit), specifically, the re-lottery effect or the probable change promotion effect is used. Executed. In addition, in the notification effect, the fact that the effect itself is executed means the probability change notification (specifically, the character promotion effect and the ending promotion effect in the probability change promotion effect described later), Announcement of whether or not a promising big hit is determined in the performance (whether or not it is a promising big hit or not. Specifically, a re-lottery effect to be described later (whether or not the probable symbol is finally stopped and displayed) (It is determined whether or not it is a promiscuous big hit), and an accessory promotion effect (determining whether or not the promising big hit is determined by whether or not the movable member 78 is moved) is included). . In addition, the method of notifying the probability change by the notification effect is not limited to that shown in this embodiment, for example, all of the re-lottery effect, the character promotion effect, the character promotion effect, and the ending promotion effect executed as the notification effect. May be determined to be a probable big hit. In this embodiment, the fact that an effect such as a character promotion effect or an ending promotion effect is executed itself means a probability change notification, and a probability change big hit within an effect such as a re-lottery effect or an accessory promotion effect. However, for example, everything that is executed as a notification effect means that the effect itself is executed, and that means that the notification is performed. Also good. In this case, for example, in addition to the character promotion effect and the ending promotion effect, it is determined that the probable big hit even when the re-lottery effect is started, and even when the actor promotion effect is started (the operation button It is determined that it is a probable big hit (regardless of the operation by 120). On the contrary, all the things that are executed as the notification effect may be notified whether or not the probable big hit is determined within the effect. In this case, for example, even when a character promotion effect or an ending promotion effect is executed, it is notified whether the probability change promotion has succeeded or failed depending on whether or not the number of operations by the operation button 120 has reached a predetermined number. Such an effect may be executed.

  In this embodiment, the display result specifying command shows a case where both the re-lottering effect and the probable change promotion effect are specified, but the specified contents of the effect control command are shown in this embodiment. It can't be limited to things. For example, in the display result designation command, only the presence / absence of execution of the probability change promotion effect is designated, and the presence / absence of execution of the re-lottery effect is designated by a variation pattern command. In this case, specifically, as the display result designation command, an effect control command for designating whether the jackpot game is a big jackpot or a normal jackpot, and specifying the number of rounds of the jackpot game and whether or not to execute the jackpot promotion effect. , And a change time may be specified as the change pattern command, and an effect control command specifying whether or not to execute the re-lottery effect may be used. For example, in the variation pattern command, it is also possible to specify whether it is a probable big hit or a normal big hit, and also specify the number of rounds of the big hit game.

  In addition, even when it is determined that the direct hit probable big hit (probable big hit 2 or probable big hit 4) is performed, the same effect as the probable change promotion effect is executed, and it is a 15 round big hit or a 7 round big hit. You may comprise so that it may alert | report. In this case, for example, when it is determined that the direct hit of the 15R probability variation big hit (probable variation big hit 4), the big hit symbol of the probability variation symbol is stopped and displayed at the end of the variation display of the production symbol, and it can be recognized that it is a probability variation big hit. However, it is unrecognizable whether the number of rounds of jackpot game is 15 rounds or 7 rounds, and during the subsequent jackpot game, the movable member 78 is moved in the same manner as the role promotion stage, and 15 rounds. You may make it alert | report that it is a probable big hit. In addition, it is a probable big hit of 15 rounds by executing the role promotion effect in the same effect mode during the display of variation of the effect symbol or the derivation display of the stop symbol of the effect symbol, not during the subsequent big hit game You may make it alert | report. Further, even if it is a probability variation symbol, it may be possible to recognize whether it is a probability variation big hit of 15 rounds or a probability variation big hit of 7 rounds by stopping and displaying a combination of different symbols. For example, when the direct hit of 15R probability variation big hit (probability big hit 4), “777” in the probability variation symbol is stopped and displayed as the stop symbol of the production symbol, and the direct hit of 7R probability variable big hit (probable variation big hit) In the case of 2), the probable symbols “111”, “333”, “555”, and “999” other than “777” are stopped and displayed as stop symbols of the effect symbols. The number of rounds of the big hit game may be displayed in a recognizable manner.

  The command 8F00 (H) is an effect control command (design confirmation designation command) for designating stop of variable display (change) of the effect symbol on the effect display device 9.

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

  The command AXXX (H) is an effect control command that is sent from the start of the jackpot game to the end of the jackpot game. The commands B000 (H) to BXXX (H) are effect control commands relating to the display state of the effect display device 9 not related to the change of the effect symbol and the big hit game.

  Commands A000 (H) and A001 (H) are production control commands (fanfare commands) that specify that a big hit game is to be started. Of these commands, command A000 (H) is an effect control command (fanfare 1 designation command) for designating the start of a 7-round jackpot game (a regular jackpot, a first chance variable big hit, or a second chance big hit game with a second probability variation big hit). It is. The command A001 (H) is an effect control command (fanfare 2 designation command) that designates the start of a 15-round jackpot game (a jackpot game based on the third probability variation jackpot or the fourth probability variation jackpot).

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

  Commands A301 (H) and A303 (H) are effect control commands (ending commands) that specify that the big hit game is to end. Among these, the command A301 (H) is an effect control command (ending 1 designation command) that designates that the big hit game by the probability variation big hit ends. Command A303 (H) is an effect control command (ending 2 designation command) that designates that the big hit game by the normal big hit is to be ended.

  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. The command B001 (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. Command B002 (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.

  The short time state means that the variable symbol display time (variation time) of the special symbol (and effect symbol) on the special symbol indicator 8 (and the effect display device 9) is greater than the normal game state (or the normal game state and the probability variation state). A game state controlled to be shortened. In this embodiment, the normal big hit is made during the probability variation state, and after the normal big hit is finished, the time is controlled to be reduced by a predetermined number of fluctuations (for example, 100 times). Further, in this embodiment, even when the gaming state is controlled to the probability change state, the time reduction state is controlled (in this case, the time reduction state is maintained together with the probability change state until the next big hit occurs). In the short time state, the normal symbol variable display time (fluctuation time) on the normal symbol display 10 is shorter than that in the normal gaming state. Furthermore, in the variable winning device 15, one or both of the opening time and the number of times of opening becomes an advantageous state for the player.

  When the effect control microcomputer 100 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, it corresponds to the contents shown in FIG. 7. While changing the display state of the effect display device 9, the display state of the lamp is changed and the sound number data is output to the audio output board 70. Note that effect control commands other than the effect control commands shown in FIG. 7 are also transmitted from the main board 31 to the effect control board 80. For example, when displaying the start winning memory number on the effect display device 9, an effect control command for designating the start winning memory number is also transmitted from the main board 31 to the effect control board 80.

  FIG. 8 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a variation pattern used in this embodiment. In FIG. 8, “EXT” indicates EXT data of the second byte in the effect control command having a two-byte structure. “Time” indicates the variation time of the special symbol (variable display period of identification information).

  In this example, each variation pattern of the special symbol is various effects such as whether it is out of the game, whether it is a big hit, whether to reach, whether to reach, whether to perform a notice effect, etc. Multiple types are available depending on the difference. In this example, the reach effect and the notice effect are executed in the effect display device 9 controlled by the effect control microcomputer 100.

  Here, the “normal fluctuation” is a fluctuation pattern without a reach mode. “Normal reach” is a variation pattern with a simple reach mode. “Reach A” is a variation pattern having a reach mode (for example, super reach) different from “normal reach”. Further, the difference in reach form means that a change in a different form (speed, direction of rotation, etc.) is performed or a character or the like appears in the reach change time. For example, in “normal”, the reach mode is realized by only one type of change mode, whereas in “reach A”, a reach mode including a plurality of change modes with different speeds and directions of change is realized.

  Further, “reach B” is a variation pattern having a reach form different from “normal reach” and “reach A”. “Reach C” is a variation pattern having a reach form different from “normal reach”, “reach A”, and “reach B”. Note that “normal reach”, “reach A”, “reach B” and “reach C” may or may not be a big hit.

  Further, the “notice effect” refers to an effect for informing the player in advance (before the effect display stop symbol is derived and displayed on the effect display device 9) that it is a big hit or is likely to be a big hit. . For example, the player is informed that there is a possibility of a big hit by changing a different mode (speed, direction of rotation, etc.) or making a character appear during the change. Further, for example, the notice effect may be executed by moving the movable member 78 and the effect blades 79a and 79b. In this embodiment, the effect control microcomputer 100 executes the notice effect at a predetermined timing based on the effect control command transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560 to the effect control microcomputer 100. Although it is configured, the present invention is not limited to such a configuration. For example, when the microcomputer 100 for effect control determines whether or not to execute the notice effect based on the random number for notice determination, and determines that the notice effect is executed. The notice effect may be executed at a predetermined timing.

  FIG. 9 is a flowchart showing the special symbol normal process (step S300) in the special symbol process. In the special symbol normal process, the game control microcomputer 560 (specifically, the CPU 56) can start the variation of the special symbol (the value of the special symbol process flag is a value indicating step S300). In this case, that is, when the special symbol display 8 does not display the variation of the special symbol and is not in the big hit game (step S51), the starting winning memory number (holding memory number) is confirmed (step S51). S52). Specifically, the count value of the start winning counter is confirmed.

  If the starting winning memory number is not 0, each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the starting winning memory number = 1 is read out and stored in the random number buffer area of the RAM 55 (step S53), and the starting winning memory number 1 is reduced by 1 and the contents of each storage area are shifted (step S54). That is, each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the start winning memory number = n (n = 2, 3, 4) is stored in the storage area corresponding to the starting winning memory number = n−1.

  Next, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a background designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 according to the current gaming state (step S55). 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 and only the time reduction flag indicating that the time reduction state is set, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a time reduction state background designation command. If neither the probability change flag nor the time reduction flag is set, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a normal state background designation command.

  Next, the CPU 56 reads the jackpot determination random number from the random number storage buffer (step S56), and executes the jackpot determination processing module (step S57). The jackpot determination module is a program that executes a process of comparing a jackpot determination value determined in advance with a random number value for jackpot determination and determining that the jackpot determination value is a jackpot if they match. Here, in the jackpot determination, when the gaming state is a probabilistic state (high probability state), the probability that a big hit will be higher than when the gaming state is a non-probable variation state (normal gaming state and short-time state). Has been. Specifically, a high-probability jackpot determination table in which a large number of jackpot determination values are set in advance and a low-probability jackpot determination table in which the number of jackpot determination values is set smaller than the high-probability jackpot determination table are provided. Keep it. 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 CPU 56 performs a jackpot determination process using a high probability jackpot determination table, and the gaming state is a normal game. When it is in a state, the jackpot determination process is performed using the low probability jackpot determination table. With such a configuration, the probability that a big hit is higher in the probability changing state than in the normal gaming state.

  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 set in a process that ends the jackpot game with a probable variation symbol (a jackpot end process: step S454), becomes a big hit with a non-probable variation symbol, and stops the fluctuation display that becomes the big hit. It is reset in the process (special symbol variation stop process: step S367). In the case where the gaming machine is configured so that the probability variation state continues for a predetermined number of times (for example, 100 times) after the probability variation big hit game ends, the variation of the certain number of times was performed. It may be reset sometimes.

  If it is determined in the big hit determination process that the big hit is not made (that is, it is decided that the big hit has occurred) (N in step S58), the process proceeds to step S65.

  When it is determined to be a big hit in the big hit determination process (Y in step S58), the CPU 56 sets a big hit flag (step S59). Next, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the probability variation flag is set (step S60). If the probability variation flag is set (that is, if the probability variation state), the CPU 56 selects the jackpot type determination table for the second or later time as the jackpot type determination table for determining the jackpot type (step S61). On the other hand, if the probability variation flag is not set, the CPU 56 selects the initial jackpot type determination table as the jackpot type determination table for determining the jackpot type (step S62). Then, the CPU 56 determines the jackpot type using the jackpot type determination table selected in step S61 or step S62 (step S63).

  FIG. 10 is an explanatory diagram of a specific example of the jackpot type determination table. In this embodiment, the CPU 56 performs a lottery process using a predetermined jackpot type determination random number for determining a jackpot type using a jackpot type determination table as shown in FIG. As the big hit type, one of normal big hit, probability variation big hit 1, probability variation big hit 2, probability variation big hit 3, or probability variation big hit 4 is determined.

  Further, as shown in steps S60 to S62, in this embodiment, it is confirmed whether or not the state is a probability variation state. If it is not the probability variation state, the initial jackpot type determination table shown in FIG. 10A is selected. The jackpot type is determined, and if it is in a probable variation state, the jackpot type determination table for the second and subsequent times shown in FIG. 10B is selected and the jackpot type is determined. In other words, the fact that the gaming state is in the probable state means that the probable big hit has already occurred once and has been controlled to the probable state, so that at least the second big hit after the player started the game has occurred. It can be estimated that this is the case. In such a case, in this embodiment, the big hit type determination table for the case where the big hit after the second time shown in FIG. 10B occurs is selected. On the other hand, if the gaming state is not a probable change state, it can be estimated that a big hit has not occurred yet since the player has started playing, and a big hit has occurred for the first time. In such a case, in this embodiment, the big hit type determination table for the case where the first big hit shown in FIG. 10A occurs is selected.

  It should be noted that, for example, a counter for counting the number of past big hits is provided instead of determining whether the first big hit or the second big hit is based on the gaming state. If even one counter value is counted in the counter, the second or subsequent jackpot type determination table shown in FIG. 10B may be selected.

  In addition, even when a big hit has already occurred, there is a case where it is not controlled to the probability variation state and is controlled only to the short-time state because the first big hit has become a normal big hit. . Therefore, for example, even in the case of the time reduction state in addition to the probability variation state, specifically, the case where the time reduction flag is set in step S60 is determined to be Y, and 2 shown in FIG. You may make it select the determination table for big hit types for times after.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 10, in this embodiment, when the probability variation big hit is achieved, the re-lottery effect and the probability variation promotion effect are executed (the probability variation big hit 1, the probability variation big hit 3). The ratio in the case of winning (2 for probability variation big hit, 4 for probability variation big hit) is set to be high. For example, taking the case of the first big hit as an example, as shown in FIG. 10 (A), when the re-lottery effect and the probable change promotion effect are executed (the probable big hit 1 and the probable big hit 3), In contrast to the case of 16 pieces, there are a large number of 44 allocation values in the case of direct hit (2 for probable large change, 4 for probable big change) (2 for probable large change, 4 for probable large change). In this way, by reducing the appearance ratio of the re-lottery effect and the probable change promotion effect as compared with the case where it is a direct hit, the probable change notification is given by the re-lottery effect and the probable change promotion effect once it becomes a big hit symbol of the non-probable change design. The unexpectedness of the production can be enhanced. Accordingly, it is possible to arouse the player's expectation for the re-lottery effect and the probable promotion effect, and to improve the interest of the game.

  Further, in the second or subsequent big hit type determination table shown in FIG. 10B, compared to the initial big hit type determination table shown in FIG. The jackpot type determination value is assigned so that the ratio is high. Therefore, in this embodiment, compared to the case where a big hit is generated for the first time, when the probability change big hit is already once controlled to be in a probable change state and the second and subsequent big wins are generated, The rate at which the promotion effect is executed is even lower, and the jackpot symbol of the probability variation symbol is stopped and displayed as a stop symbol of the effect symbol as it is, and it is often a direct hit. In other words, when a big hit is made for the first time after the game starts, the player is highly interested in whether or not it will be a big hit or a promising big hit. By executing at a high rate (a higher rate compared to the case where a big hit is made after the second time), it is possible to attract the player's attention to the performance, and to improve the interest in the game. On the other hand, if it has already been a big hit and it is controlled to be in a probable change state, the frequency of occurrence of big wins is increased, so if it is left as it is, a lottery effect and a probable change promotion effect will also be executed frequently. On the other hand, there is a possibility that the player will feel bored with the re-lottery effect and the probable promotion effect, and the interest in the game may be reduced. Therefore, in this embodiment, when the jackpot has already been a big hit and is controlled to be in a promiscuous state, by further reducing the ratio at which the re-lottery effect and the promiscuous promotion effect are executed than in the case of the first jackpot, It prevents the interest in games from deteriorating.

  On the other hand, the jackpot type determination table is configured to increase the rate at which the re-lottery effect and the probable change promotion effect are executed compared to the case of the first jackpot when the jackpot has already been hit and controlled to the probable change state. May be. If comprised in that way, a player's interest can be heightened with respect to the production | presentation of whether a probability variation state continues by a re-lottery effect and a probability variation promotion effect in a probability variation state.

  In this embodiment, the case of dividing into two types of jackpot type determination tables depending on whether the first jackpot or the second or subsequent jackpot is shown. For example, the table may be further divided into three or more types of tables. In this case, for example, the number of big hits during the probability variation state is counted, the table is further subdivided according to the number of big hits, and the big hit type determination table for the second big hit or the big hit type for the third big hit A determination table may be used. Then, in each table, the distribution value of the jackpot type may be made different so that the appearance ratio of each jackpot type changes according to the number of jackpots.

  Further, in this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 10, by determining the big hit type (specifically, by determining whether the probability variation big hit 1 or the probability variation big hit 2), for game control Although the case where it is determined whether to execute the re-lottery effect or the probability variation promotion effect on the microcomputer 560 side or the direct hit is shown, does the re-lottery effect or the probability variation promotion effect be performed on the effect control microcomputer 100 side? It may be determined whether to make a direct hit. In this case, for example, when the game control microcomputer 560 determines in the jackpot type determination process in step S63 that the probability variation big hit is, it is simply determined whether the probability variation big hit of 7 rounds or the probability variation big hit of 15 rounds. It is decided only, and it is not done until the decision of the re-lottery effect and the probable change promotion effect. Then, in the re-lottery effect setting process (see FIG. 23) and the probable change promotion effect setting process (see FIGS. 25 and 26), which will be described later, the effect control microcomputer 100 executes the re-lottery effect and the probable change promotion effect. A lottery process using a random number may be executed to determine whether to execute a re-lottery effect or a probable change promotion effect or to make a direct hit.

  Further, in this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 10, the case where a different jackpot type determination table is used depending on whether it is the first jackpot or the second or subsequent jackpot is shown. Regardless of whether or not it is the second big hit or not (specifically, whether or not it is in a probable state), the big hit type may be determined using a common big hit type determination table. In this case, for example, only the jackpot type determination table shown in FIG. 10A is provided, and in step S63, the jackpot type determination table shown in FIG. The jackpot type may be determined by using (in this case, the processing in steps S60 to S62 is unnecessary).

  Next, the CPU 56 sets data indicating the determined jackpot type in the jackpot type buffer in the RAM 55 (step S64). For example, when the jackpot type is “normal jackpot”, “01” is set as the data indicating the jackpot type, and when the jackpot type is “probable jackpot 1”, “02” is set as the data indicating the jackpot type. When the big hit type is “probable variation big hit 2”, “03” is set as data indicating the big hit type, and when the big hit type is “probable big hit 3”, “04” is set as the data indicating the big hit type When the big hit type is “probability big hit 4”, “05” is set as data indicating the big hit type.

  Next, the CPU 56 determines a special symbol stop symbol (step S65). Specifically, when the big hit flag is not set, “−” as a special symbol is determined as a stop symbol of the special symbol. If the big hit flag is set, depending on the decision result of the big hit type, one of the special symbols “2”, “3”, “5”, “7”, “9” that is a big hit symbol is set. Decide on a stop symbol. In other words, if the jackpot type is determined as “normal jackpot”, “2” is determined as a special symbol stop symbol, and if “probable jackpot 1” is determined, “3” is determined as a special symbol stop symbol. If “2” is determined as “probable variation big hit”, “5” is determined as a special symbol stop symbol, and “7” is determined as “special variable big hit” as a special symbol stop symbol. If it is determined that “probable big hit 4”, “9” is determined as a special symbol stop symbol. In addition, regardless of whether the probability variation big hit 1 to the probability variation big hit 4, in the case of the probability variation big hit, all of the common stop symbols may be determined. Also, for example, depending on whether it is 7R probability variation big hit (1 probability variation big hit 2 or probability variation big hit 2) or 15R probability variation big hit (3 probability variation large hit or 4 probability variation big hit), a different symbol is determined as a special symbol stop symbol Also good.

  Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the variation pattern setting process (step S66).

  FIG. 11 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 first checks whether or not the big hit flag is set (step S201). When the big hit flag is set, the CPU 56 decides to use the big hit variation pattern determination table (step S202). If the big hit flag is not set, it is decided to use the deviation variation pattern determination table (step S203).

  In the big hit variation pattern determination table, variation patterns (“02H”, “05H”, “08H”, “0BH”) selected in advance for the big hit shown in FIG. 8 are set in advance, and a plurality of judgment values are set for each variation pattern. Is assigned. In addition, the variation pattern determination table for deviation includes a variation pattern (“00H”, “01H”, “03H”, “04H”, “06H”, “07H”, “09H”, “0AH”) that is selected in advance in FIG. ]) Is set, and a plurality of determination values are assigned to each variation pattern. The above-mentioned variation pattern determination table for loss is a variation pattern determination table when the gaming state is the normal gaming state. When the gaming state is the certain variation state, another variation pattern determination table is used. For example, in the variation pattern determination table for deviation in the probability variation state, variation patterns (“04H”, “07H”, “0AH”, “0CH”) selected in advance in FIG. 8 are set in advance. A plurality of judgment values are assigned to the variation pattern.

  Note that the deviation variation pattern determination table in the short-time state is the same table as the deviation variation pattern determination table in the probability variation state. However, different tables may be used for the deviation variation pattern determination table in the short-time state and the deviation variation pattern determination table in the probability variation state.

  The CPU 56 reads the variation pattern determination random number from the random number storage buffer, and based on the read variation pattern determination random number value, uses the big hit variation pattern determination table or the deviation variation pattern determination table to determine the variation pattern of the effect pattern. Determine (step S204). Specifically, the variation pattern corresponding to the determination value that matches the variation pattern determination random value is determined as the variation pattern of the effect symbol executed by the effect display device 9. In this embodiment, the random number for determining the variation pattern is extracted when the start prize is generated and stored in the random number storage buffer. However, the random number for determining the variation pattern is not extracted when the start prize is generated. It may be extracted at the start of symbol variation (for example, extracted in the variation pattern setting process), and the variation pattern may be determined based on the random number extracted at the beginning of the variation.

  Next, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit an effect control command (variation pattern command) designating a variation pattern according to the determined variation pattern (variation time) (step S205).

  Then, the CPU 56 sets the variation time in the special symbol process timer (step S206). Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S302 (step S207).

  FIG. 12 is a flowchart showing the display result designation command transmission process (step S302). In the display result designation command transmission process, the CPU 56 determines any one of display result 1 designation to display result 5 designation according to whether or not the jackpot is determined and the type of jackpot that has been determined (see FIG. 7). ) Is transmitted. Specifically, the CPU 56 first checks whether or not the big hit flag is set (step S110). If not set, the process proceeds to step S118.

  When the big hit flag is set, if the big hit type is the normal big hit, control is performed to transmit a display result 2 designation command (steps S111 and S112). Whether or not it is a normal big hit can be specifically determined by confirming whether or not the data set in the big hit type buffer in step S64 of the special symbol normal process is “01”. In addition, when the big hit type is the probability variation big hit 1, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a display result 3 designation command (steps S113 and S114). Whether or not the probability big hit is 1 can be specifically determined by checking whether or not the data set in the big hit type buffer in step S64 of the special symbol normal process is “02”. Further, when the big hit type is the probability variation big hit 3, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a display result 5 designation command (steps S115 and S116). Whether or not the probability variation big hit is 3 can be specifically determined by checking whether or not the data set in the big hit type buffer in step S64 of the special symbol normal process is “04”. When neither of the normal big hit, the probability variation big hit 1, or the probability variation big hit 3 (that is, when the probability variation big hit 2 or the probability variation big hit 4), the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a display result 4 designation command (step S117). ).

  In this embodiment, the common display result 4 designation command is transmitted when the probability variation big hit is 2 and when the probability variation big hit is 4, but the fanfare command transmitted at the start of the big hit game is confirmed. As a result, it is possible to recognize on the side of the production control microcomputer 100 whether the probability variation big hit is 2 or the probability variation big hit 4. For example, when the display result 4 designation command is received and the fanfare 1 designation command (A000 (H)) designating the seventh round big hit is received, the effect control microcomputer 100 recognizes that the probability variation big hit is two. be able to. Also, for example, if the display result 4 designation command is received and the fanfare 2 designation command (A001 (H)) for designating 15 rounds of big hit is received, the effect control microcomputer 100 has a probability variation big hit of 4. Can be recognized.

  On the other hand, when the big hit flag is not set (N in Step S110), that is, when it is out of place, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a display result 1 designation command (Step S118).

  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 S119).

  FIG. 13 is a flowchart showing the special symbol changing process (step S303) in the special symbol process. In the special symbol changing process, first, the CPU 56 decrements the value of the special symbol process timer by 1 (step S351). Then, it is confirmed whether or not the special symbol process timer has expired (that is, whether or not the value of the special symbol process timer is 0). If the special symbol process timer has expired (step S352) Y), the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S304 (step S353).

  In this embodiment, the special symbol variation display is specifically performed during the special symbol variation processing, and the special symbol process flag value is set to 3, so that the special symbol display control processing (step S32) is performed. 2), the special symbol display control data for special symbol variation display is set in the output buffer for setting the special symbol display control data. In the display control process of step S22, the special symbol variation display is actually executed according to the setting contents of the output buffer.

  In this embodiment, the special symbol process flag is set to 4 (a value indicating a special symbol fluctuation stop process to be described later), and the special symbol display control process (see step S32) The special symbol display control data for stopping and displaying the stop symbol (the stop symbol determined in step S65 of the special symbol normal process) is set in the output buffer for setting the special symbol display control data. Then, in the display control process of step S22, the special symbol stop symbol is actually stopped and displayed according to the setting contents of the output buffer.

  FIG. 14 is a flowchart showing the special symbol variation stop process (step S304) in the special symbol process. In the special symbol variation stop processing, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a symbol confirmation designation command (8F00 (H)) for designating stop of variation of the effect symbol in the effect display device 9 to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S362). ). And it is confirmed whether the big hit flag is set (step S363).

  If the big hit flag is not set (N in step S363), the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the value of the time reduction counter for counting the number of fluctuations after shifting to the time reduction state is 0 (step S370). ). If the value of the time reduction counter is not 0 (that is, in this case, the time reduction flag is set based on a normal big hit and the time reduction is controlled to be in the time reduction state), the CPU 56 The value is subtracted by 1 (step S371), and it is confirmed whether or not the value of the time-count counter after the subtraction is 0 (step S372). If the value of the time reduction counter is 0, the CPU 56 resets the time reduction flag (step S373) and ends the time reduction state. Then, the CPU 56 updates the internal state (special symbol process flag) to a value corresponding to step S300 (step S374).

  In the case of controlling to the probability changing state, the time reduction flag is only set and the value of the time reduction counter is not set (see step S455). Therefore, it is always determined as Y in step S370, and the next big hit The short-time state is continued until the occurrence of.

  If the jackpot flag is set (Y in step S363), the CPU 56 displays the jackpot symbol after stopping the jackpot symbol on the jackpot control timer for measuring the time for controlling the opening / closing of the jackpot. Is set to the execution time (big hit display time) of the effect (fanfare effect) for notifying the player that the game is started (step S364).

  Next, the CPU 56 generates a fanfare command (A000 (H), A001 (H)) for designating the start of a big hit (execution of the big hit fanfare effect) according to the type of the big hit, the microcomputer 100 for effect control. Is transmitted (step S366). In this case, if the CPU 56 is determined to be a big hit of seven rounds (normal big hit, first probability variation big hit, or second probability variation big hit), it sends a fanfare 1 designation command (A000 (H)). In addition, when it is determined that 15 rounds of big hit (third probability variation big hit or fourth probability variation big hit), the CPU 56 transmits a fanfare 2 designation command (A001 (H)). Next, if the probability variation flag or the time reduction flag is set, the CPU 56 resets the probability variation flag or the time reduction flag (step S367).

  Next, the CPU 56 sets the number of rounds corresponding to the jackpot type (step S368). Specifically, if the data set in the big hit type buffer in step S64 of the special symbol normal processing is “01” to “03” indicating the normal big hit or the 7R probability variable big hit (probability big hit 1 or probability variable big hit 2), “7” is set to the round number counter for counting the number of rounds during the big hit game. Further, if the data set in the big hit type buffer in step S64 of the special symbol normal process is “04” to “05” indicating 15R probability variation big hit (3 for probability variation big hit or 4 for probability variation big hit), the round number counter is set to “15”. "Is set.

  Then, the CPU 56 updates the internal state (special symbol process flag) to a value according to step S305 (step S369).

  FIG. 15 is a flowchart showing the jackpot end process (step S307) in the special symbol process. In the big hit ending process, the CPU 56 first decrements the value of the big prize opening control timer by -1 (step S451). Then, it is confirmed whether or not the value of the special winning opening control timer is 0 (step S452). If the value of the big prize opening control timer is not 0 (N in step S452), the process is ended as it is. In this embodiment, the big prize opening control timer has a big hit end time (in the big prize opening opening process) when the final prize opening control of the last round (7 rounds or 15 rounds) is finished. Time required for ending production) is set.

  If the value of the big prize opening control timer is 0 (Y in step S452), the CPU 56 confirms whether or not it is a probable big hit (step S453). Specifically, if the data set in the big hit type buffer in step S64 of the special symbol normal process is “02” to “05” indicating the probability variation big hit 1 to the probability variation big hit 4, it can be determined that the probability variation big hit. If it is a probable big hit (Y in step S453), a probability variation flag indicating that the gaming state is a probability variation state is set (step S454), and a time reduction flag indicating that the gaming state is a time reduction state is set (step S454). S455).

  If it is not a probable big hit (N in step S453), the CPU 56 sets a time reduction flag (step S456) and sets a predetermined number (for example, 100) in the time reduction counter (step S457).

  Next, the CPU 56 resets the big hit flag (step S458). Then, the CPU 56 updates the internal state (the value of the special symbol process flag) to a value corresponding to step S300 (special symbol normal process) (step S459).

  Next, the operation of the effect control means will be described. FIG. 16 is a flowchart showing main processing executed by the effect control microcomputer 100 mounted on the effect control board 80. The production control microcomputer 100 starts executing the main process when the power is turned on. In the main processing, first, initialization processing is performed for clearing the RAM area, setting various initial values, and initializing a timer for determining the start interval of the effect control processing (step S701). Thereafter, the effect control microcomputer 100 proceeds to a loop process for confirming the monitoring of the timer interrupt flag (step S702). When the timer interruption occurs, the production control microcomputer 100 sets a timer interruption flag in the timer interruption process. If the timer interrupt flag is set in the main process, the effect control microcomputer 100 clears the flag (step S703), and executes the following effect control process.

  In the effect control process, the effect control microcomputer 100 first analyzes the received effect control command (command analysis process: step S704). Next, the effect control microcomputer 100 performs effect control process processing (step S705). In the effect control process, the process corresponding to the current control state (effect control process flag) is selected from the processes corresponding to the control state, and display control of the effect display device 9 is executed. Furthermore, a random number update process for updating the count value of a counter for generating a random number such as a random number for effect design determination is executed (step S706). Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S702.

  17 and 18 are flowcharts showing a specific example of the command analysis process (step S704). The effect control command received from the main board 31 is stored in the command reception buffer, but in the command analysis process, the effect control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the effect control CPU 101) is stored in the command reception buffer. Check the contents of the command.

  Note that the command is stored in the command reception buffer, specifically, by detecting that the effect control INT signal output from the game control microcomputer 560 has risen, and by first executing an interrupt process, the 1-byte MODE is stored. Data is fetched and stored in the command reception buffer. Next, after the effect control INT signal is turned off, it is detected that the next effect control INT signal has risen, and the 1-byte EXT data is captured by the interrupt process, and the next area of the command reception buffer Stored in Through the above processing, one effect control command (2-byte command) is fetched and 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 2 bytes (1 command) are read at a time.

  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, the effect control CPU 101 sets a variation pattern command reception flag (step S616).

  If the received effect control command is a display result designation command (step S617), the effect control CPU 101 forms the received display result designation command (display result 1 designation command to display result 5 designation command) in the RAM. Is stored in the display result designation command storage area (step S618). Then, the effect control CPU 101 sets a display result designation command reception flag (step S619).

  If the received effect control command is an effect control command specified by a fanfare (fanfare commands: A000 (H), A001 (H)) (step S620), the effect control CPU 101 stores the EXT data of the command in RAM. Is stored in the fanfare data storage area (step S621), and a fanfare flag indicating that the fanfare command has been received is set (step S622).

  If the received effect control command is an ending designation effect control command (ending commands: A301 (H), A303 (H) (step S623), the effect control CPU 101 stores the EXT data of the command in the RAM. The data is stored in the ending data storage area (step S624), and an ending flag indicating that the ending command has been received is set (step S625).

  If the received effect control command is the normal state background designation command (step S626), the effect control CPU 101, if set, the probability change state flag indicating that the game state is the probability change state, or the game state is shortened. The time saving state flag indicating that the state is present is reset (step S627). Then, the effect control CPU 101 changes the background screen displayed on the effect display device 9 to a background screen (for example, a blue display color background screen) corresponding to the normal state (step S628).

  Further, if the received effect control command is a probability change state background designation command (step S629), the effect control CPU 101 resets the time reduction state flag if set (step S630). Further, the production control CPU 101 sets a probability variation state flag (step S631). Then, 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) according to the probability change state (step S632).

  If the received effect control command is a time reduction state background designation command (step S633), the effect control CPU 101 resets the probability variation state flag if it is set (step S634). In addition, the effect control CPU 101 sets a time reduction state flag (step S635). Then, 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 green display color background screen) according to the time reduction state (step S636).

  If the received command read in step S612 is another effect control command, the effect control CPU 101 sets a flag corresponding to the received command (step S637).

  FIG. 19 is a flowchart showing the effect control process (step S705) in the main process. 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.

  Fluctuation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800): It is confirmed whether or not an effect control command (fluctuation pattern command) specifying a fluctuation pattern has been received by the command reception interrupt process. Specifically, it is confirmed whether or not a flag (variation pattern reception flag) indicating that a variation pattern command has been received is set. The variation pattern reception flag is received by the effect control command (any one of 8000 (H) to 800 C (H)) for designating the variation pattern of the effect symbol in the effect display device 9 in the command analysis processing executed by the effect control microcomputer 100. It is set when it is confirmed that it has been done (see step S616).

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

  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.

  Effect symbol variation stop processing (step S803): Control is performed to stop the variation of the effect symbol and derive and display the stop symbol (definite symbol) in response to the time-out of the variation time timer.

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

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

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

  In this embodiment, the in-round effect executed in the in-round process and the interval effect executed in the post-round process are not executed as separate independent effects, but display control is performed as a series of effects. Done. For example, in this embodiment, during a big hit game, a series of effects such as letting a predetermined character sing a song is executed without distinguishing whether it is an effect section during a round or an interval effect section. Is done.

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

  FIG. 20 is an explanatory diagram of a configuration example of the process table. The process table includes data in which a plurality of combinations of process timer set values, display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data are collected. In the display control execution data, each variation mode constituting the variation pattern is described. The process timer set value is set with a change time in the change mode. The effect control CPU 101 refers to the process table and performs control for variably displaying the effect symbol in the variation mode set in the display control execution data for the time set in the process timer set value.

  In addition, similar to the control based on the display control execution data, the effect control CPU 101 controls the lighting state of various lamps based on the lamp control execution data for the time set in the process timer set value, and obtains the sound number data. Output to the audio output board 70.

  The process data shown in FIG. 20 is stored in the ROM of the effect control board 80. A process table is prepared for each variation pattern.

  FIG. 21 is a flowchart showing the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) in the effect control process. In the variation pattern command reception waiting process, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the variation pattern reception flag is set (step S811). If it has been set, the flag is reset (step S812). Then, the effect control CPU 101 changes the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the effect symbol variation start process (step S801) (step S813).

  FIG. 22 is a flowchart showing the 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 S820). Next, the effect control CPU 101 executes a re-lottery effect setting process for setting the re-lottery effect (step S821).

  Next, the CPU 101 for effect control displays the display result (stop) of the effect symbol in accordance with the variation pattern command read in step S820 and the data stored in the display result specifying command storage area (that is, the received display result specifying command). (Design) is determined (step S822). That is, the display control result of the variable display of the identification information (stop of the design symbol) according to the variable display pattern (variation pattern) determined by the variable display pattern determination means by executing the process of step S822 by the CPU 101 for effect control. A display result determining means for determining (design) is realized.

  In step S822, when the received display result designation command indicates a big hit (normal big hit or probability variation big hit), the received display result designation command designates display result 2 designation command to display result 5 designation. In the case of a command), the effect control CPU 101 determines a combination of effect symbols in which three symbols are arranged as the same symbol as a stop symbol (a combination of stop symbols reminiscent of occurrence of a big hit). However, in this embodiment, 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 stop symbol of the effect design is not displayed. A jackpot symbol of a probable variation symbol (for example, a combination of symbols in which three symbols on the left, middle, and right are arranged in the same even number) is determined. In addition, when the received display result designation command indicates the probability variation big hit 2 or the probability variation big hit 4 (direct hit) of the probability variation big hits (when the received display result designation command is the display result 4 designation command), As a stop symbol of the effect symbol, a jackpot symbol of the probability variation symbol (for example, a combination of symbols in which the three symbols on the left, middle and right are arranged in the same odd number) is determined.

  On the other hand, when the received display result designation command indicates a probability variation jackpot 1 or a probability variation jackpot 3 (a probability variation jackpot with a redrawing effect or a probability variation promotion effect) of the probability variation jackpots (the received display result designation command is a display result 3 In the case of the designation command or the display result 5 designation command), and when it is decided to execute the re-lottery effect (no promotion) in the re-lottery effect setting process in step S821 (that is, the probability change notification is issued in the re-lottery effect). In the event that the probability change promotion effect is executed during the subsequent big hit game or at the end of the big hit game due to the fact that it was not performed, as a stop symbol of the effect symbol, the jackpot symbol of the non-probable change symbol (for example, left middle right 3 A combination of symbols with the same even number of symbols) is determined. By doing so, when the probability variation promotion effect is executed even if the probability variation jackpot, the jackpot symbol of the non-probability variation symbol is stopped and displayed so that the probability variation jackpot cannot be immediately recognized. . On the other hand, if it is decided to execute the re-lottery effect (with promotion) in the re-lottery effect setting process in step S821, the jackpot symbol of the probability variation symbol (for example, the left middle right three symbols) as the stop symbol of the effect symbol Are combined with the same odd number of symbols).

  Further, when the received display result designation command indicates a normal jackpot, a probable big hit 1, or a probable big hit 3, the re-lottery effect (both with and without promotion) in the re-lottery effect setting process in step S821. Including the temporary stop symbol that is temporarily stopped and displayed during the variation display of the effect symbol is also determined. In this embodiment, it is assumed that a jackpot symbol of a non-probable variation symbol (for example, a combination of symbols in which three symbols in the middle left and right are aligned with the same even number symbol) is determined as a temporary stop symbol. By doing so, when the re-lottery effect is executed, the jackpot symbol of the non-probable variation symbol is temporarily stopped and displayed so as to make it seem that it is once a normal jackpot. In addition, not only the big hit symbol of the non-probable variation symbol, but, for example, as the temporary stop symbol, the off symbol may be displayed temporarily.

  The effect control CPU 101 extracts, for example, a random number for determining a stop symbol or a temporary stop symbol, and a stop symbol determination table or a temporary stop symbol determination table in which data indicating a combination of the effect symbols is associated with a numerical value. Is used to determine the stop symbol or temporary stop symbol of the effect symbol. That is, a stop symbol or a temporary stop symbol is determined by selecting data indicating a combination of effect symbols corresponding to a numerical value that matches the extracted random number.

  In addition, when it is configured to use a fluctuation pattern command that can recognize whether it is a probable big hit or a normal big hit (for example, a fluctuation pattern command dedicated to a probable big hit or a fluctuation pattern command dedicated to a normal big hit) In step S822, it is possible to determine whether or not the probable big hit is based on only the variation pattern command instead of the display result designation command, and determine the stop symbol of the effect symbol. Even when such a variation pattern command is used, various effect control commands including a display result designation command as shown in FIG. 7 may be used in combination.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 executes a probability change promotion effect setting process for setting a probability change promotion effect (step S823). In this embodiment, a case is shown in which the probability variation promotion effect setting process is executed in the effect symbol variation start process at the start of the effect symbol variation start, but the execution timing of the probability variation promotion effect setting process is the same as in this embodiment. It is not limited to what is shown. For example, it may be executed at the timing of starting the jackpot game after the stop of the fluctuation of the effect symbol (for example, in the jackpot display process). Further, for example, when the change of the effect symbol is stopped (for example, in the effect symbol change stop process), it may be executed on the condition that the change display result is a big hit. With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the probability variation promotion effect setting process from being performed unnecessarily when the variation display result is out of place.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 selects a process table corresponding to the variation pattern (step S824). Then, the process timer in the process data 1 of the selected process table is started (step S825).

  Further, the production control CPU 101 produces the production device (production display device 9 as production component for variably displaying production symbols according to the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound number data 1). Then, the control of various lamps as the production component and the speaker 27) as the production component is started (step S826). For example, in accordance with the display control execution data, an instruction is output to the VDP 109 in order to display an image (including an effect symbol) corresponding to the variation pattern on the effect display device 9. In addition, a control signal (lamp control execution data) is output to the lamp driver board 35 in order to perform on / off control of various lamps. In addition, a control signal (sound number data) is output to the sound output board 70 in order to output sound from the speaker 27. When the notice effect is executed using the movable member 78 and the effect blade accessories 79a and 79b, the effect control CPU 101 outputs a drive signal for operating the movable member 78, and the effect blade accessory. A drive signal for operating 79a and 79b may be output.

  Thereafter, the production control CPU 101 starts a variation time timer (timer corresponding to the variation time of the production symbol) (step S827), and the value of the production control process flag is set to a value indicating the production symbol variation process (step S802). Update (step S828).

  FIG. 23 is a flowchart showing the re-lottery effect setting process (step S821) in the effect symbol variation start process shown in FIG. In this embodiment, as a re-lottery effect, the same non-probable variable symbol (the non-probable variable symbol is generally used in the effect display device 9) in the middle of the variable symbol display period of the effect symbol. A temporary stop display (for example, a state in which the symbols are shaken and not completely stopped) is performed with the symbols being in the same state, and the final stop symbol is derived and displayed by changing the symbols again. . In this case, after the re-variation, for example, if the jackpot symbol of the probability variation symbol is derived and displayed as the final stop symbol of the production symbol, the fact that it has been promoted to the probability variation jackpot (that it is a probability variation jackpot) has been notified, If the jackpot symbol of the probability variation symbol is derived and displayed, it is notified that the promotion to the probability variation jackpot has failed.

  In this embodiment, the case where the re-variation display of the symbol is performed as a specific effect mode of the re-lottery effect is shown. However, the effect mode of the re-lottery effect is limited to that shown in this embodiment. I can't. For example, by temporarily stopping display of a big hit symbol of a non-probability variable symbol, once it is assumed that it is a normal big hit, the movable member 78 and the directing blades 79a and 79b are moved or displayed on the display screen. The re-lottery effect may be executed by causing a predetermined character to appear, lighting or blinking the lamps 25 and 28 in a predetermined pattern, or outputting a predetermined sound effect from the speaker 27.

  In the re-lottery effect setting process, the effect control CPU 101 first checks whether or not it is a normal big hit (step S2101). In this case, specifically, the production control CPU 101 determines whether or not it is usually a big hit by checking whether or not the display result 2 designation command is stored in the display result designation command storage area. Can do. If it is a normal big hit, the CPU 101 for effect control selects the normal lottery re-lottery effect determination table as the re-lottery effect determination table for determining the re-lottery effect (step S2102).

  If it is not the normal big hit, the CPU 101 for effect control confirms whether or not the probability variation big hit is 1 (step S2103). In this case, specifically, the production control CPU 101 determines whether or not the probability variation big hit is 1 by confirming whether or not the display result 3 designation command is stored in the display result designation command storage area. be able to. If the probability variation big hit is 1, the effect control CPU 101 selects the probability variation big hit 1 re-lottery effect determination table as the re-lottery effect determination table for determining the re-lottery effect (step S2104).

  If the probability variation big hit is not 1, the production control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the probability variation big hit is 3 (step S2105). In this case, specifically, the production control CPU 101 determines whether or not the probability variation big hit is 3 by confirming whether or not the display result 5 designation command is stored in the display result designation command storage area. be able to. If the probability variation big hit is 3, the effect control CPU 101 selects the probability variation big hit 3 re-lottery effect determination table as the re-lottery effect determination table for determining the re-lottery effect (step S2106).

  If it is not a probable big hit 3, the re-lottery effect setting process is terminated. That is, in this case, since it is a loss or a direct hit of a probable big hit, the process is terminated as it is without setting a re-lottery effect.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 determines a re-lottery effect to be executed using the re-lottery effect determination table selected in steps S2102, S2104, and S2106 (step S2107).

  FIG. 24 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of the re-lottery effect determination table. In this embodiment, the effect control CPU 101 performs a lottery process using a re-lottery effect determination random number for determining a re-lottery effect using a re-lottery effect determination table as shown in FIG. 24 in step S2107. By performing this, it is determined whether or not to execute the re-lottery effect and whether or not to notify the probability change in the re-lottery effect.

  In this embodiment, when a re-lottery effect is executed, the big hit symbol of a non-probable variable symbol is temporarily stopped and displayed after a re-lottery (for example, an effect such as re-changing the symbol). Prompt change promotion failed by notifying the fact that the probability change promotion succeeded (being a probability change big hit) by stopping and displaying the jackpot symbol of the probability variation symbol, and finally stopping the jackpot symbol of the non-probability variation symbol There are cases where this is notified. In this embodiment, among the re-lottery effects, the one that informs that the probability change promotion has finally succeeded is also called the re-lottery effect (with promotion), and the one that finally informs that the probability change promotion has failed. It is also called re-drawing effect (no promotion).

  If a re-lottery effect (no promotion) is executed when the probability change big hit is 1 or the probability change big hit is 3, the probability change promotion effect is executed during the subsequent big hit game or at the end of the big hit game, and finally the positive change notification is made. Will be done. On the other hand, if the re-lottery effect (with promotion) is executed when the probability change jackpot is 1 or the probability change jackpot is 3, the probability change notification is performed in the re-lottery effect. Probability promotion effect is not executed at the end. Further, in this embodiment, when a re-lottery effect (no promotion) is executed in the case of a normal jackpot, a positive change promotion effect (in this embodiment, during the subsequent jackpot game or at the end of the jackpot game, A non-promoted role promotion effect) may be executed.

  As shown in FIG. 24A, in the case of using the normal lottery re-lottery effect determination table selected in step S2102, it is determined to execute the re-lottery effect (no promotion) at a rate of 10%, and 90% It is determined that the re-lottery effect will not be executed at the ratio. In this case, since it is usually a big hit, when it is decided to execute the re-lottery effect, the re-lottery effect (without promotion) is always determined, and the re-lottery effect (with promotion) is determined. There is no.

  In the example shown in FIG. 24A, in the case of a normal big hit, the rate at which the re-lottery effect (no promotion) is executed is set to be lower than when the re-lottery effect is not executed. However, the re-lottery effect (no promotion) may be set to be higher than when the re-lottery effect is not executed. With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the player from easily recognizing that it is usually a big hit because the re-lottery effect is not executed during the variation display of the effect symbol.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 24A, there are cases where a re-lottery effect (no promotion) is executed and cases where a re-lottery effect is not executed at all in the case of a big hit. However, in the case of a normal jackpot, a re-lottery effect (no promotion) may always be executed. Specifically, in the normal big hit re-lottery effect determination table shown in FIG. 24A, all determination values may be shaken with respect to “execute re-lottery effect (no promotion)”.

  In addition, as shown in FIG. 24B, when the probability variation big hit 1 re-lottery effect determination table selected in step S2104 is used, a re-lottery effect is always executed, of which 60% It is determined that the production (without promotion) is executed, and it is determined that the re-lottery production (with promotion) is executed at a rate of 40%.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 24B, a case where a re-lottery effect is always executed when the probability variation big hit is 1 is shown. There may be a case where the performance is not executed. Specifically, in the re-lottery effect determination table for probability variation big hit 1 shown in FIG. 24B, a determination value may also be assigned to “no re-lottery effect”. In this case, the re-lottery effect is not executed during the change display of the effect symbols, and only the probable promotion effect is executed during the subsequent big hit game or at the end of the big hit game.

  In addition, as shown in FIG. 24C, when the probability variation big hit 3 re-lottery effect determination table selected in step S2106 is used, a re-lottery effect is always executed, of which 90% It is determined to execute the effect (no promotion), and it is determined to execute the re-lottery effect (with promotion) at a rate of 10%.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 24C, a case where a re-lottery effect is always executed when the probability variation big hit is 3 is shown. There may be a case where the performance is not executed. Specifically, in the probability variation big hit 3 re-lottery effect determination table shown in FIG. 24C, a determination value may be assigned to “no re-lottery effect”. In this case, the re-lottery effect is not executed during the change display of the effect symbols, and only the probable promotion effect is executed during the subsequent big hit game or at the end of the big hit game.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 24B and 24C, when the probability variation big hit 3 which is the probability variation big hit of 15 rounds, the probability variation big hit 1 which is the probability variation big hit of 7 rounds is the case. In comparison, the rate of probability change notification in the re-lottery effect is low. Therefore, when the probability variation big hit 3 which is the probability variation big hit of 15 rounds is larger than the case where the probability variation big hit 1 which is the probability variation big hit 7 rounds, after the re-lottery effect (no promotion) is executed, There is a high rate of probability change notifications that are executed during the game or at the end of the big hit game. Therefore, the higher the game value in the big hit gaming state (the bigger the big hit the number of rounds), the later the timing at which the notification effect (the re-lottery effect and the probable change promotion effect) is executed, so the notification effect (slower) By executing the certain probability change promotion effect), it is possible to enhance a sense of expectation that the currently executed jackpot gaming state is a jackpot gaming state having a high gaming value. In this example, rather than being informed of the change in the re-lottery effect, the probation of failure in the re-lottery effect is expected, and the expectation for a higher round of game value 15 rounds is expected if the change in the probable change promotion effect is announced. A feeling can be heightened.

  Next, when it is determined that the re-lottery effect (with promotion) is executed in step S2107, the effect control CPU 101 sets a re-lottery promotion flag indicating that the re-lottery effect (with promotion) is executed (step S2108). , S2109). Further, when it is determined that the re-lottery effect (no promotion) is executed in step S2107, the effect control CPU 101 sets a re-lottery non-promotion flag indicating that the re-lottery effect (no promotion) is executed (step S2107). S2110, S2111).

  Note that the re-lottery promotion flag and the re-lottery non-promotion flag set in steps S2109 and S2111 are referred to in step S835A of the effect symbol changing process described later. That is, in this embodiment, when the re-lottery effect start time elapses based on the fact that the re-lottery promotion flag or the re-lottery non-promotion flag is set during the change of the effect symbol (see step S835A) (step S835A). A re-lottery effect is executed (see steps S835C to S835E). Further, the re-lottery promotion flag set in step S2109 is also referred to in step S2300 of the probability variation promotion effect setting process. That is, in this embodiment, when the probability variation promotion effect is set, if the re-lottery promotion flag is set (see step S2300), the re-lottery effect is already executed during the variation of the effect symbol and the probability change notification is performed. Since it is determined to do so, the process of step S2301 and later described later is not executed so as not to set the probability change promotion effect in order to prevent redundant notification of the change.

  FIG. 25 and FIG. 26 are flowcharts showing the probability variation promotion effect setting process (step S823) in the effect symbol variation start process shown in FIG. In this embodiment, the probable promotion effect includes an effect executed during a jackpot game (during the execution of a round effect or an interval effect) and an ending promotion effect executed in an ending effect at the end of the jackpot game. . Further, in the probability variation promotion effect executed during the former jackpot game, a character promotion effect for notifying that the probability variation jackpot is achieved by changing the character displayed on the liquid crystal display screen of the effect display device 9, and a movable member There is a role promotion effect that vibrates or moves 78.

  In this embodiment, during a big hit game (during a round effect or interval effect), a series of effects performed by displaying a predetermined character is executed. For example, during a big hit game, an effect in a form in which a predetermined character sings a song or the like is executed as a series of effects. When the character promotion effect is executed as the probability change promotion effect, the effect mode of the effect being executed as a series of effects such as changing the character displayed during the big hit game is changed in the middle (for example, When a series of performances in which a male vocal character sings a song is performed, the character is switched to female vocals at the break of the song section, etc.) It is notified that there is. Therefore, the player can easily recognize that it is a promising big hit by changing the character displayed during the big hit game.

  In this embodiment, when the character promotion effect is executed, it is triggered by the timing of promotion selected from a plurality of promotion timings regardless of the timing of the round change in the big hit game or the like. A character promotion effect is executed. In this embodiment, when a character promotion effect is executed, a timing with good breaks during a series of effects (for example, a break of a song sung by a character) is executed as a promotion timing. Therefore, in this embodiment, it can be said that the character promotion effect is a probability change promotion effect that is executed at a timing that is easier to recognize than the accessory promotion effect.

  The effect mode of the character promotion effect is not limited to that shown in this embodiment. Appears not only when switching characters at the timing of song breaks, but when, for example, during a big hit game, a series of effects such as a series of specific stories such as stories are executed You may perform the effect of the aspect which changes characters, such as a person. Even in such a case, it is only necessary that the character change timing is set to be performed at a timing with good breaks during a series of effects such as a scene switching timing in a story such as a story. . Further, instead of switching the display at the promotion timing, the probability change notification may be performed by changing a sound output during a series of effects (for example, changing a tone color or a sound output pattern). .

  As described above, in this embodiment, the character promotion effect is executed when the promotion timing selected from the plurality of promotion timings is reached, but in rare cases, before the selected promotion timing is reached. In some cases, the big hit game ends and the character promotion effect cannot be executed. In this case, the ending promotion effect is executed in the ending effect at the end of the big hit game, and it is notified that the probable big hit. By doing so, in this embodiment, even if the big hit game ends too early and the character promotion effect cannot be executed, it is possible to prevent a situation in which it is not possible to notify that it is a probable big hit. .

  In addition, when the bonus promotion effect is executed, the effect of vibrating or moving the movable member 78 is executed at the timing when any round in the big hit game is executed. In the case where an accessory promotion effect is executed, an effect of vibrating the movable member 78 is first started when the execution round of the accessory promotion effect is reached. Then, when the movable member 78 only vibrates until the round is completed and does not move to a position covering the front surface of the display screen, it can be recognized that the probability change promotion has failed. On the other hand, when the movable member 78 is moved to a position covering the front surface of the display screen before the round is completed, it is possible to recognize that the probability change promotion has been successful (that is, the probability change big hit).

  In this embodiment, when executing an accessory promotion effect, in addition to being determined to be a probable big hit, the number of trigger operations is set in advance in the probable change promotion effect setting process, On the condition that the number of operations from the operation button 120 has reached the number of trigger operations, it is notified that the movable member 78 is movable and is a probable big hit (thus, the probable big hit and the number of trigger operations have been reached). This is the condition for the probability change notification). If the player does not operate the operation button 120 or the number of operations does not reach the number of trigger operations in spite of being a promising big hit, the ending promotion effect in the ending effect at the end of the big hit game To notify that it is a probable big hit.

  It should be noted that the accessory promotion effect does not necessarily require an operation with the operation button 120, and the movable member 78 is unconditionally placed on the front of the display screen based on the execution round of the accessory promotion effect. May be moved to a position covering the position to notify that it is a probable big hit. In addition, when executing an article promotion effect accompanied by an operation using the operation button 120, the movable member 78 is displayed in the round selected in advance even if the number of operations performed by the operation button 120 does not reach the number of trigger operations. It may be moved to a position covering the front surface of the screen to notify that it is a probable big hit.

  In this embodiment, the role promotion effect is executed at the timing when one of the rounds in the jackpot game is executed. It can be said that this is a probable promotion performed in

  In addition, for example, it is possible to make the change of the round easier to understand by switching the production for each round of the big hit game, and so that the character promotion production is executed at a timing that is easier to recognize than the character promotion production. Good. In this case, since the character promotion effect is executed at a timing other than the round switching effect, the probability change promotion effect is executed at an unexpected timing.

  Moreover, in this embodiment, the case where a character promotion effect is executed as a probability change promotion effect executed at an easy-to-recognize timing and an accessory promotion effect is executed as a probability change promotion effect executed at an unexpected timing is shown. However, the production mode of the probable promotion effect is not limited to that shown in this embodiment. For example, it is a promising big hit by executing an effect to display an object or motif other than a character, outputting a predetermined notification sound, or lighting or blinking the decoration LED 25 or the frame LED 28 with a predetermined lighting pattern. May be notified.

  Moreover, in this embodiment, the production mode of the probability variation promotion effect executed at an easily recognizable timing differs from the probability variation promotion effect executed at an unexpected timing (character promotion effect and accessory promotion effect). However, for example, the probability variation promotion effect of the same effect mode may be executed only when the execution timing of the effect is different.

  In the probability variation promotion effect setting process, the effect control CPU 101 first checks whether or not the re-lottery promotion flag is set (step S2300). If the re-lottery promotion flag is set, the process is terminated as it is. That is, the fact that the re-lottery promotion flag is set is a case where the re-lottery effect is executed during the display of variation of the effect symbol and it is notified that it is a probable big hit. The process is terminated without performing the process.

  If the re-lottery promotion flag is not set, the production control CPU 101 checks whether or not the probability variation state flag is set (step S2301). If the probability variation state flag is not set (that is, if it is not the probability variation state), the production control CPU 101 confirms whether or not it is a normal big hit (step S2302). In this case, specifically, the production control CPU 101 determines whether or not it is usually a big hit by checking whether or not the display result 2 designation command is stored in the display result designation command storage area. Can do. If it is a normal big hit, the CPU 101 for production control selects the normal big hit probability variation promotion effect determination table for the first time as the probability variation promotion effect determination table for determining the probability variation promotion effect (step S2303).

  If it is not the normal big hit, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the probability variation big hit is 1 (step S2304). In this case, specifically, the production control CPU 101 determines whether or not the probability variation big hit is 1 by confirming whether or not the display result 3 designation command is stored in the display result designation command storage area. be able to. If the probability variation big hit is 1, the production control CPU 101 selects the first time probability variation big hit 1 probability variation promotion effect determination table as the probability variation promotion effect determination table for determining the probability variation promotion effect (step S2305).

  If the probability variation big hit is not 1, the production control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the probability variation big hit is 3 (step S2306). In this case, specifically, the production control CPU 101 determines whether or not the probability variation big hit is 3 by confirming whether or not the display result 5 designation command is stored in the display result designation command storage area. be able to. If the probability variation big hit is 3, the production control CPU 101 selects the first time probability variation big hit 3 probability variation promotion effect determination table as the probability variation promotion effect determination table for determining the probability variation promotion effect (step S2307).

  If the probability change big hit is not 3, the probability change promotion effect setting process is terminated. That is, in this case, since it is a loss or a case where there is a probable big hit but a direct hit, the process ends without setting the probable change promotion effect.

  If the probability variation state flag is set (that is, if the probability variation state), the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not it is a normal big hit (step S2308). In this case, specifically, the production control CPU 101 determines whether or not it is usually a big hit by checking whether or not the display result 2 designation command is stored in the display result designation command storage area. Can do. If it is a normal jackpot, the CPU 101 for effect control selects the probability change promotion effect determination table for normal jackpot after two times as the probability change promotion effect determination table for determining the probability change promotion effect (step S2309).

  If it is not the normal big hit, the CPU 101 for effect control confirms whether or not the probability variation big hit is 1 (step S2310). In this case, specifically, the production control CPU 101 determines whether or not the probability variation big hit is 1 by confirming whether or not the display result 3 designation command is stored in the display result designation command storage area. be able to. If the probability variation big hit is 1, the CPU 101 for effect control selects the probability variation promotion effect determination table for the time variation big hit 1 for the second and subsequent times as the probability variation promotion effect determination table for determining the probability variation promotion effect (step S2311).

  If the probability variation big hit is not 1, the production control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the probability variation big hit is 3 (step S2312). In this case, specifically, the production control CPU 101 determines whether or not the probability variation big hit is 3 by confirming whether or not the display result 5 designation command is stored in the display result designation command storage area. be able to. If the probability variation big hit is 3, the CPU 101 for effect control selects the probability variation promotion effect determination table for the time variation big hit 3 after the second time as the probability variation promotion effect determination table for determining the probability variation promotion effect (step S2313).

  If the probability change big hit is not 3, the probability change promotion effect setting process is terminated. That is, in this case, since it is a loss or a case where there is a probable big hit but a direct hit, the process ends without setting the probable change promotion effect.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 determines a probability change promotion effect to be executed using the probability change promotion effect determination table selected in steps S2303, S2305, S2307, S2309, S2311, and S2313 (step S2314).

  Specifically, in step S2314, the effect control CPU 101 determines a combination pattern of probability change promotion effects (probability change promotion effect pattern) to be executed during the big hit game or at the end of the big hit game. FIG. 27 is an explanatory diagram of a specific example of a probability variation promotion effect pattern. In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 27, as the probability variation promotion effect pattern, one of six types of patterns of probability variation promotion effect pattern 1 to probability variation promotion effect pattern 6 is determined.

  As shown in FIG. 27, in this embodiment, when the probability variation promotion effect pattern 1 is determined, none of the role promotion effect, the character promotion effect, and the ending promotion effect is executed. When the probability variation promotion effect pattern 2 is determined, only the ending promotion effect is executed.

  When the probability variation promotion effect pattern 3 is determined, only the character promotion effect is executed. However, as described above, if the jackpot game is finished and the character promotion effect cannot be executed before reaching the execution timing of the character promotion effect, the ending promotion effect is executed to notify that it is a probable big hit. Is done.

  When the probability variation promotion effect pattern 4 is determined, only the accessory promotion effect (non-promotion) is executed. In this case, in the effect effect promotion effect, regardless of the operation by the operation button 120, only the movable member 78 is vibrated, and it is not notified that it is a probable big hit.

  In addition, when the probability variation promotion effect pattern 5 is determined, an accessory promotion effect (non-promotion) and an ending promotion effect are executed. In this case, in the accessory effect promotion effect, regardless of the operation by the operation button 120, only the movable member 78 is vibrated (not until the probability change notification is made), and it is notified that the ending promotion effect is a promising big hit. .

  When the probability variation promotion effect pattern 6 is determined, only the accessory promotion effect (promotion) is executed. In this case, in the effect effect promotion effect, the movable member 78 is vibrated, and the movable member 78 is moved on the condition that the number of operations by the operation button 120 has reached the predetermined number of trigger operations, which is a probable big hit. Inform you. However, when the operation by the operation button 120 is not performed, or when the number of operations does not reach the number of trigger operations and it is not notified that the bonus promotion is a promising big hit, the ending promotion effect is When it is executed, it is informed that it is a probable big hit.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 27, in any probability variation promotion effect pattern, both the character promotion effect and the character promotion effect are not executed. With this configuration, in this embodiment, it is possible to prevent a situation in which the effect promotion effect and the character promotion effect are overlapped and executed during a single jackpot game, and the effect becomes troublesome. The situation where the interest for is reduced is prevented.

  FIG. 28 is an explanatory diagram of a specific example of a probability variation promotion effect determination table. In this embodiment, the effect control CPU 101 uses the probability change promotion effect determination table as shown in FIG. 28 to perform a lottery process using a probability change promotion effect determination random number for determining the probability change promotion effect in step S2314. By performing, it is determined which one of the probability variation promotion effect pattern 1 to the probability variation promotion effect pattern 6 is to be used.

  Also, as shown in steps S2301 to S2313, in this embodiment, it is confirmed whether or not the state is a probability variation state, and if it is not the probability variation state, the first time probability variation promotion effect shown in FIGS. 28 (A) to (C). The decision table is selected to determine the probability change promotion effect. If the probability change state, the second or later time probability change promotion effect determination table shown in FIGS. 28D to 28F is selected to determine the probability change promotion effect. Do. In other words, the fact that the gaming state is in the probable state means that the probable big hit has already occurred once and has been controlled to the probable state, so that at least the second big hit after the player started the game has occurred. It can be estimated that this is the case. In such a case, in this embodiment, the probability variation promotion effect determination table for the case where the second or subsequent jackpot shown in FIGS. 28D to 28F occurs is selected. On the other hand, if the gaming state is not a probable state, it can be estimated that a big hit has never occurred since the player started the game, and the first big hit has occurred (although the rate is low, In some cases, the first big hit is usually a big hit, so it is not controlled to the probability variation state). In such a case, in this embodiment, the probability variation promotion effect determination table for the case where the first jackpot shown in FIGS. 28A to 28C occurs is selected.

  Whether the first big hit or the second big hit is determined based on the gaming state, for example, the production control microcomputer 100 side also generates the number of past big hits. A counter is provided for counting the number of times, and if at least one counter value is counted in the counter, the second or later time-variable promotion effect determination table shown in FIGS. 28 (A) to (C) is selected. May be. In addition, for example, in the case of a time-short state in addition to the probability variation state, the second or later time probability variation promotion effect determination table shown in FIGS. 28 (A) to (C) may be selected.

  As shown in FIG. 28 (A), when using the initial normal jackpot probability variation promotion effect determination table selected in step S2303, the probability variation promotion effect pattern 1 or the probability variation promotion effect pattern 4 may be determined. . Then, the rate at which the probability variation promotion effect pattern 1 is determined is extremely high, and the probability variation promotion effect pattern 4 may be determined at a very low rate. That is, in this case, since it is usually a big hit, the probability variation promotion effect pattern 1 is determined, and there is a high ratio that none of the role promotion effect, the character promotion effect, and the ending promotion effect is executed. On the other hand, there is a case where the probability variation promotion effect pattern 4 is determined at a very low rate and the accessory promotion effect is executed. However, since it is usually a big hit, regardless of the operation by the operation button 120, only the movable member 78 is vibrated, and the probability change notification is not performed.

  As shown in FIG. 28 (B), when the probability variation promotion effect determination table for the first time probability variation big hit 1 selected in step S2305 is used, the probability variation promotion effect pattern 2 or the probability variation promotion effect pattern 5 may be determined. is there. The probability variation promotion effect pattern 5 is determined at a higher rate than the probability variation promotion effect pattern 2. That is, in this case, the probability variation big hit 1 (7R probability variation big hit) is the case, the probability variation promotion effect pattern 1 is determined, only the ending promotion effect is executed and the probability change notification is performed, and the probability variation promotion effect pattern After 5 is determined and the non-promoted role promotion effect is executed, there is a case where the probability change notification is performed in the ending promotion effect.

  As shown in FIG. 28 (C), when the probability variation promotion effect determination table for initial variation variable big hit 3 selected in step S2307 is used, the probability variation promotion effect pattern 6 is determined. That is, in this case, when the probability variation big hit is 3 (15R probability variation big hit), the probability variation promotion effect pattern 6 is always determined, the accessory promotion effect is executed, and the number of operations by the operation button 120 is a predetermined trigger operation. Probability notification is performed on the condition that the number of times has been reached. However, when the operation with the operation button 120 is not performed or when the number of operations does not reach the predetermined number of trigger operations, the ending promotion effect is further executed and the probability change notification is performed. In this case (in the case where promotion has failed in the role promotion effect), instead of performing the ending promotion effect, the probability change notification may be performed immediately at the end of round 7. That is, in this embodiment, since it is recognized that the 15R probability variation big hit is made when round 7 is finished and round 8 is started, even if the probability variation notification is performed later during the ending effect, the probability variation There is a possibility that the effect of notification is not sufficiently obtained. Therefore, the probability change notification may be performed immediately at the end of the round 7 to prevent the effect effect of the probability change notification from being reduced.

  In this embodiment, the promotion of the promotion of an accessory (the promotion of an accessory that succeeds in the probability change promotion) may be executed only when the probability change big hit is 3 (15R probability change big hit). When the probability change notification is performed in the object promotion effect, the player can recognize that it is a 15R probability variation big hit. Note that, for example, even in the case of a 7R probability variation big hit, a promotion effect for promotion of an accessory may be executed at a low rate.

  As shown in FIG. 28 (D), when using the probability variation promotion effect determination table for the second or later normal big hit selected in step S2309, the probability variation promotion effect pattern 1 or the probability variation promotion effect pattern 4 is determined. There is. Then, the rate at which the probability variation promotion effect pattern 1 is determined is extremely high, and the probability variation promotion effect pattern 4 may be determined at a very low rate. That is, in this case, since it is usually a big hit, the probability variation promotion effect pattern 1 is determined, and there is a high ratio that none of the role promotion effect, the character promotion effect, and the ending promotion effect is executed. On the other hand, there is a case where the probability variation promotion effect pattern 4 is determined at a very low rate and the accessory promotion effect is executed. However, since it is usually a big hit, regardless of the operation by the operation button 120, only the movable member 78 is vibrated, and the probability change notification is not performed.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 28 (A) and 28 (D), in the case of the normal big hit, the probability big promotion effect in the case of the first big hit and the case of the big hit after the second time. Although the case where the pattern determination ratio is the same is shown, the determination ratio of the probability variation promotion effect pattern may be different depending on whether it is the first jackpot or the second or subsequent jackpot. In this case, for example, if the distribution is performed such that the ratio of determining the probability variation promotion effect pattern 4 is higher in the first big hit than in the case of the big hit in the second transition, the role promotion effect at the time of the first big hit By increasing the appearance frequency, it is possible to increase a sense of expectation as to whether or not it will be a promising big hit at the time of the first big hit. On the other hand, compared with the case of the first big hit, if the distribution is performed so that the ratio of determining the positive change promotion effect pattern 4 is higher in the second transition big hit, the role promotion effect in the positive change state is achieved. By increasing the appearance frequency, it is possible to attract the player's attention to whether or not the probability variation state continues, and it is possible to increase the expectation for the continuation of the probability variation state.

  As shown in FIG. 28 (E), when the probability variation promotion effect determination table for time probability variation big hit 1 selected in step S2311 or later is used, the probability variation promotion effect pattern 2, the probability variation promotion effect pattern 3, or the probability variation promotion is performed. The production pattern 5 may be determined. The probability variation promotion effect pattern 3 is determined at a higher rate than the probability variation promotion effect pattern 2 and the probability variation promotion effect pattern 5. That is, in this case, the probability variation big hit 1 (7R probability variation big hit) is the case, the probability variation promotion effect pattern 2 is determined, only the ending promotion effect is executed and the probability change notification is performed, and the probability variation promotion effect pattern 3 is determined, and when the character promotion effect is executed and the probability change notification is performed, and after the probability change promotion effect pattern 5 is determined and the non-elevated character promotion effect is executed, the probability change notification is performed in the ending promotion effect. May be performed.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 28 (B) and 28 (E), the character promotion is performed only when the probability variation big hit is 1 (7R probability variation big hit) and when it is the second big hit or later. Although it is configured so that the effect may be executed, the character promotion effect may be configured to be executable even in the case of the first big hit. Further, the character promotion effect may be executed not only when the probability variation big hit 1 (7R probability variation big hit) but also when the probability variation big hit 3 (15R probability variation big hit). In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 28 (E), when the probability variation big hit is 1 after the second time, the probability variation promotion effect pattern 3 is determined at a high rate, and the character promotion effect is increased at a high rate. Although the case where it determines is shown, the determination rate of the probability change promotion effect pattern 2 and the probability change promotion effect pattern 5 may be made higher, and the appearance rate of the character promotion effect may be lowered.

  As shown in FIG. 28 (F), when using the probability variation promotion effect determination table for time probability variation big hit 3 after the second time selected in step S2313, the probability variation promotion effect pattern 6 is determined. That is, in this case, when the probability variation big hit is 3 (15R probability variation big hit), the probability variation promotion effect pattern 6 is always determined, the accessory promotion effect is executed, and the number of operations by the operation button 120 is a predetermined trigger operation. Probability notification is performed on the condition that the number of times has been reached. However, when the operation with the operation button 120 is not performed or when the number of operations does not reach the predetermined number of trigger operations, the ending promotion effect is further executed and the probability change notification is performed. In this case (in the case where promotion has failed in the role promotion effect), instead of performing the ending promotion effect, the probability change notification may be performed immediately at the end of round 7. That is, in this embodiment, since it is recognized that the 15R probability variation big hit is made when round 7 is finished and round 8 is started, even if the probability variation notification is performed later during the ending effect, the probability variation There is a possibility that the effect of notification is not sufficiently obtained. Therefore, the probability change notification may be performed immediately at the end of the round 7 to prevent the effect effect of the probability change notification from being reduced.

  In this embodiment, the promotion of the promotion of an accessory (the promotion of an accessory that succeeds in the probability change promotion) may be executed only when the probability change big hit is 3 (15R probability change big hit). When the probability change notification is performed in the object promotion effect, the player can recognize that it is a 15R probability variation big hit. Note that, for example, even in the case of a 7R probability variation big hit, a promotion effect for promotion of an accessory may be executed at a low rate.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 28 (C) and 28 (F), when the probability variation big hit is 3 (15R probability variation big hit), it is the first big hit and the second and subsequent big hits. Shows the case where the rate of determination of the probable promotion effect pattern is the same, but even if the rate of determination of the probable promotion effect pattern is different between the case of the first big hit and the case of the second and subsequent big hits Good.

  In this embodiment, only when the probability variation jackpot is 3 (15R probability variation jackpot), the promotion effect promotion effect (the role promotion effect that succeeds in the probability variation promotion) is executed, and it is determined that the 15R probability variation jackpot. Since it can be recognized, even if it is not notified that it is a probable big hit, if the effect that the movable member 78 vibrates is started, it is possible to enhance the expectation for a big hit of 15 rounds.

  Further, in this embodiment, for each jackpot type, there is shown a case where it is divided into two types of probability variation promotion effect determination tables depending on whether it is the first jackpot or the second or subsequent jackpot, but the probability variation promotion effect determination table The way of dividing is not limited to that shown in this embodiment, and for example, it may be further divided into three or more types of tables. In this case, for example, the number of jackpots during the probability variation state is counted, the table is further subdivided according to the number of jackpots, and the probability variation promotion effect determination table for the second jackpot or the probability variation for the third jackpot A promotion effect determination table may be used. Then, in each table, the distribution value of the probability variation promotion effect pattern may be varied, and the appearance ratio of the character promotion effect, the character promotion effect, and the ending promotion effect may be changed according to the number of jackpots.

  In step S2314, for example, when the CPU 101 for effect control determines a probability change promotion effect pattern, the flag corresponding to the determined probability change promotion effect pattern is set. Thereafter, by confirming which flag corresponding to the probability change promotion effect pattern is set, it is possible to determine which probability change promotion effect pattern has been determined, as well as the role promotion effect, character promotion effect, and ending. It can be determined which of the promotion effects is decided to be executed. For example, in the processing of steps S2315, S2317, S2321, S907, S1905, S1913, S1916, S1929, S1930, S1932, and S1974, which will be described later, the CPU 101 for effect control is set with a flag corresponding to any probable promotion effect pattern. It is determined whether or not a certain probability change promotion effect pattern has been determined, and whether or not it is determined to execute an accessory promotion effect, a character promotion effect, and an ending promotion effect.

  Next, the CPU 101 for effect control confirms whether or not it has been decided in step S2314 to execute the non-promoted role promotion effect (step S2315). Specifically, it is confirmed whether or not the probability variation promotion effect pattern 4 or the probability variation promotion effect pattern 5 is determined. When executing the non-promoted role promotion effect, the effect control CPU 101 determines the non-elevated feature promotion effect timing as a role promotion effect timing determination table for determining the execution timing of the feature promotion effect. A table is selected (step S2316). Then, control goes to a step S2320.

  When the non-promoted role promotion effect is not executed, the CPU 101 for effect control confirms whether or not it has been decided in step S2314 to execute the promoted effect promotion effect (step S2317). Specifically, it is confirmed whether or not the probability variation promotion effect pattern 6 has been determined. In the case of executing the promoted role promotion effect, the effect control CPU 101 uses the promotion feature promotion effect timing determination table as the accessory promotion effect timing determination table for determining the execution timing of the accessory promotion effect. Select (step S2318).

  Next, the production control CPU 101 determines the trigger operation count using the operation count determination table for determining the trigger operation count (step S2319). In this case, the production control CPU 101 determines the trigger operation count by performing a lottery process using the operation count determination random number for determining the trigger operation count using the operation count determination table. FIG. 29 is an explanatory diagram of a specific example of the operation count determination table. As shown in FIG. 29, in this embodiment, the CPU 101 for effect control has a trigger operation count of 1, 5, 10, 12, 15, 18, 21, 21, 24, 27 times. Or any number of 100 times. Then, control goes to a step S2320.

  As shown in FIG. 29, in this embodiment, the number of trigger operations is determined using a common operation count determination table regardless of whether it is the first jackpot or the second or subsequent jackpot. However, as shown in FIG. 10, in this embodiment, it is determined whether or not to make a direct hit at a different ratio depending on whether it is the first big hit or the second big hit. Specifically, compared to the case of the first big hit, in the case of the big hit after the second time, the probability of determining the direct hit probability variation big hit (probability big hit 2 and probability variation big hit 4) is high. Therefore, even if the selection ratio of the number of trigger operations is the same in the case of the first big hit and in the case of the big hit after the second time, the case of the big hit after the first time compared to the case of the first big hit Since the percentage of direct hits is high, for example, even if the operation button 120 is operated only 10 times in the case of the first big hit and in the case of the second and subsequent big hits, the role promotion effect The rate at which the ending promotion appears is lowered, and the rate at which the ending promotion effect is inevitably executed is lowered.

  In step S2320, the effect control CPU 101 determines the execution timing of the accessory promotion effect using the accessory promotion effect timing determination table selected in step S2316 or step S2318. In this case, the CPU 101 for effect control performs a lottery process using a random number for determining the promotion of an effect promotion execution timing for determining the execution timing of the promotion effect for an accessory using the accessory promotion effect timing determination table. Determine the execution timing of the promotion effect.

  FIG. 30 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of an accessory promotion effect timing determination table. As shown in FIG. 30 (A), when the non-promoted bonus promotion effect is executed, the bonus promotion effect is executed in either round 3 or round 5 during the jackpot game. In addition, as shown in FIG. 30B, when the promotion role promotion effect is executed, in addition to round 3 or round 5, it is also used for round 4, round 6 or round 7 at a low rate. An article promotion effect may be executed. Therefore, in this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 27 and FIG. 28, since the promotion effect promotion effect is executed only when the probability variation big hit is 3 (15R probability variation big hit), at least round 4, When the role promotion effect is executed at the timing of round 6 or round 7, even if the number of operations by the operation button 120 does not reach the number of trigger operations and the change notification is not made, the probability change of 15 rounds It will be decided that it is a big hit. In addition, when performing an accessory promotion effect at the timing of round 4, round 6, or round 7, regardless of the operation by the operation button 120, the change notification may be unconditionally performed. In addition, when the role promotion effect is executed in round 3 or round 5, at the stage where the role promotion effect is started, whether it is a probable big hit, a normal big hit, or a probable big hit Although it is not possible to immediately recognize whether it is a 7-round probability variation big hit or a 15-round probability variation big hit, if the number of operations by the operation button 120 reaches the trigger operation number and the probability variation notification is given, the probability round big hit of 15 rounds Can be recognized.

  In this embodiment, one of the rounds having a number of rounds of 7 or less is determined as the execution round of the accessory promotion effect, and the accessory promotion effect is not executed after round 8. This is because after round 8 is started, it is possible to recognize that it is a probable big hit of 15 rounds, and therefore it is not possible to expect a sufficient effect even if a bonus promotion effect is executed after round 8. For example, in the case where 15 rounds of normal big hits are selectable, even if round 8 is started, it can be recognized that it is a big hit of 15 rounds, but whether or not it is a probable big hit. Since it cannot recognize, you may comprise so that a promotion promotion effect can be performed also in the round after round 8.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not it has been decided to execute the character promotion effect in step S2314 (step S2321). Specifically, it is confirmed whether or not the probability variation promotion effect pattern 3 is determined. When executing the character promotion effect, the effect control CPU 101 determines the promotion timing of the character promotion effect using the character promotion effect timing determination table for determining the promotion timing of the character promotion effect (step S2322). . Specifically, the effect control CPU 101 uses the character promotion effect timing determination table to perform the character promotion effect by performing a lottery process using a character promotion effect timing determination random number to determine the promotion timing of the character promotion effect. Determine the promotion timing.

  FIG. 31 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of a pattern of character promotion effect promotion timing (character promotion effect pattern). In this embodiment, the effect control CPU 101 determines the promotion timing of the character promotion effect by determining one of the character promotion effect pattern 1 to the character promotion effect pattern 15. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 31, the promotion timing is determined by selecting a time (elapsed time in the jackpot gaming state) by determining the character promotion effect pattern. In this embodiment, for example, a series of effects such as a mode in which a predetermined character sings a song through the jackpot game is executed, but the promotion timing set as the character promotion effect pattern in FIG. Is set to a time that is a good timing (for example, a timing of song separation) in the series of effects.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 27 and FIG. 28, the character promotion effect may be executed only when the probability variation big hit is 1 (15 round probability variation big hit). Will be executed until 7 rounds have elapsed since the start of the big hit game (however, if the promotion timing does not arrive until the 7th round is over, the ending promotion effect is executed and the probability change notification is made) Will be done).

  FIG. 32 is an explanatory diagram of a specific example of a character promotion effect timing determination table. As shown in FIG. 32, in this embodiment, the effect control CPU 101 selects one of the character promotion effect patterns 1, 3, 4, 6, 8, 9, 11, 13, and 14, thereby Determine the promotion timing of the promotion performance. Note that the method of allocating the character promotion effect pattern is not limited to that shown in this embodiment. For example, the selection ratio of the character promotion effect pattern may be varied depending on whether it is the first big hit or the second big hit.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 32, the character promotion pattern with the earlier promotion timing is selected at a higher rate than the character promotion effect pattern with the later promotion timing. . For example, the character promotion effect pattern 1 to the character promotion effect pattern 1 whose promotion timing is shorter than 3 minutes (180 s) compared to the ratio of selecting the character promotion effect patterns 14 and 15 whose promotion timing is 3 minutes (180 s) or more. The rate at which 13 is selected is higher. With such a configuration, by increasing the rate at which the character promotion effect is executed early, it is possible to reduce the possibility that the jackpot gaming state ends first and the character promotion effect cannot be executed, and the interest in the game is increased. Can be improved.

  FIG. 33 is a flowchart showing the effect symbol variation in-process (step S802) in the effect control process. In the effect symbol variation processing, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the variation time timer has timed out (step S831). If the change time timer has timed out, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value indicating the effect symbol change stop process (step S803) (step S840).

  If the variable time timer has not timed out, the production control CPU 101 subtracts 1 from the process timer (step S832) and subtracts 1 from the variable time timer (step S833). Then, the effect control CPU 101 controls the effect device (the effect display device 9, various lamps, and the speaker 27) according to the contents of the process data n (step S835).

  Next, the production control CPU 101 checks whether or not the re-lottery promotion flag or the re-lottery non-promotion flag is set (step S835A). If not set, the process proceeds to step S836. If the re-lottery promotion flag or the re-lottery non-promotion flag is set, the production control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the time after the start of the change of the production symbol has passed the predetermined re-lottery production start time ( Step S835B). Specifically, the production control CPU 101 can determine by checking whether or not the value of the variation time timer (remaining time) is a predetermined time (for example, remaining 5 seconds).

  If the predetermined re-lottery effect start time is reached, the effect control CPU 101 causes the jackpot symbol of the uncertain change symbol determined as the temporary stop symbol in step S822 to be temporarily stopped (step S835C). Next, the effect control CPU 101 performs control to switch to process data for re-lottery promotion effect (step S835D), resets the process timer set value to the process timer, and starts the process timer (step S835E).

  Thereafter, based on the process data after switching, the processes of steps S835 and S836 to S838 are executed, so that the re-lottery effect is executed during the change display of the effect symbols. For example, when the jackpot symbol of the non-probability variable symbol is temporarily stopped and displayed as a temporary stop symbol, the effect symbol is re-variable and finally determined as the re-lottery effect (with promotion), step S822. The jackpot symbol of the probability variation determined in step S872 is derived and displayed in step S872, which will be described later, to notify that the probability variation promotion has been successful. If it is determined that the re-lottery effect (no promotion) is determined, the jackpot symbol of the non-probable variable determined in step S822 is derived and displayed in step S872, which will be described later, to notify that the probability variable promotion has failed.

  If the re-lottery effect is not executed during the change display of the effect symbols, the process data is not changed without being switched to the process data for the re-lottery effect (the processing of steps S835C to S835E is not performed). Until the end, the processes of steps S835 and S836 to S838 are executed based on the process data initially set in the effect symbol variation start process (see step S824). However, in this case, it is assumed that different process data is set as the process data that is initially set when the redrawing effect is executed and when it is not executed. For example, if common process data is used regardless of the presence / absence of the re-lottery effect, when the re-lottery effect is not executed, the display time of the variable display is stopped after a time corresponding to the start time of the re-lottery effect. Until now, there is a possibility that the production of the variation display of the production symbols will be delayed and unnatural, but such inconvenience can be prevented by preparing different process data.

  Note that the processing of steps S835C to S835E is executed only when it is first determined as Y in step S835B. For example, if it is determined as Y in step S835B and the processes in steps S835C to S835E are executed, a flag indicating that the process data has been switched is set. After that, even if Y is determined in step S835B, the flag is not set. If it is set, the process may be shifted to the process of step S836 without executing the processes of steps S835C to S835E.

  In step S836, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the process timer has timed out. If the process timer has timed out, the effect control CPU 101 switches the process data (step S837). That is, the process data (display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data) set next in the process table is switched. Then, the process timer set value in the next process data is set in the process timer, and the process timer is started (step S838).

  FIG. 34 is a flowchart showing the effect symbol variation 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 S870). If the stop symbol display flag is set, the effect control CPU 101 proceeds to step S877. In this embodiment, as will be described later, when a big hit symbol is displayed as a stop symbol of the effect symbol, a stop symbol display flag is set in step S876. When the fanfare effect is executed, the stop symbol display flag is reset in step S878. Therefore, the fact that the stop symbol display flag is set in step S870 is a stage where the fanfare effect has not yet been executed although the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed, so the stop symbol of the effect symbols in steps S871 to S873 is displayed. The process proceeds to step S877 without repeatedly executing the process.

  If the stop symbol display flag is not set, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not an effect control command (symbol confirmation designation command) for instructing to stop changing the effect symbol is received (step S871). If the symbol confirmation designation command has been received, control is performed to stop and display the stored stop symbol (disconnected symbol or jackpot symbol) (step S872).

  In this embodiment, the production control microcomputer 100 performs 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. However, the present invention is not limited to this configuration. Instead, control for stopping and displaying the effect symbol may be performed based on the time-up of the variable time timer.

  Then, when the big hit symbol is not displayed in step S872 (that is, when the off symbol is displayed: N in step S873), the production control CPU 101 sets a predetermined flag (for example, a flag corresponding to the symbol confirmation designation command). If so, the flag is reset (step S874), and the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) (step S875).

  When the big hit symbol is displayed in step S872 (Y in step S873), the effect control CPU 101 sets a stop symbol display flag (step S876) and checks whether the fanfare flag is set (step S877). . When the fanfare flag is set (Y in step S877), the effect control CPU 101 resets the stop symbol display flag (step S878) and selects process data corresponding to the fanfare effect (step S880). Then, the process timer is started (step S881), and the value of the effect control process flag is set to a value corresponding to the jackpot display process (step S804) (step S882).

  FIG. 35 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 lamps 25, 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 opening flag is set (Y in step S901), the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not it is decided to execute the character promotion effect in the probability variation promotion effect setting process (step S901). S907). Specifically, it is confirmed whether or not the probability variation promotion effect pattern 3 is determined. When executing the character promotion effect, the effect control CPU 101 sets the promotion timing determined in step S2322 of the probability variation promotion effect setting process in the promotion timing measurement timer for measuring the promotion timing of the character promotion effect ( Step S908). Therefore, in this embodiment, when the character promotion effect is executed, the process of steps S901, S907, and S908 is executed to receive the display command during the opening of the big prize opening transmitted at the start of round 1. In response to this, the measurement of the promotion timing is started, and at the promotion timing, the character promotion effect is executed.

  The timing for starting the measurement of the promotion timing is not limited to that shown in this embodiment, and any timing may be used as long as the measurement is started at the start timing of a series of effects executed during the big hit game. For example, if a series of effects starts from the timing when the fanfare command is received, the measurement may be started at the timing when the fanfare command is received. If the production is started, the measurement may be started by receiving a display command during opening of the big prize opening at the start of another round such as round 2 or round 3.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 performs an effect during the round (in this embodiment, a series of effects such as a mode in which a predetermined character sings a song during the big hit game) based on the contents of the display command for opening the big prize opening. Select (step S909). In this case, when a series of effects is configured to be selectable from a plurality of types of effects, in step S909, the effect control CPU 101 executes a series of effects executed from the plurality of types of effects. An effect may be selected. In addition, when a series of effects can be selected as described above, and when a character promotion effect is executed, the promotion timing of the character promotion effect is selected in accordance with the good timing of the selected series of effects. What should I do? In addition, when it is a direct hit (probable big hit 2 or probable big hit 4), and the big hit symbol of the probable variation symbol is stopped and displayed as the final stop symbol of the production symbol, during the big hit game or at the end of the big hit game Since the probable promotion effect is not executed, an effect during the round for an effect different from the above-described effect may be prepared and selected in step S909.

  Next, the special winning opening open flag is reset (step S910), and process data corresponding to the effect during the round is selected (step S911). Then, the process timer is started (step S912), and the value of the effect control process flag is set to a value corresponding to the mid-round process (step S805) (step S913).

  36 to 38 are flowcharts showing the round process (step S805) in the effect control process. In the round process, the effect control CPU 101 first subtracts 1 from the promotion timing measurement timer if the promotion timing measurement timer is set (step S1900). Next, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the ending flag is set (step S1901). When the ending flag is not set (N in step S1901), the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the flag after opening the big prize opening indicating that the display command after opening the big prize opening is received is set. (Step S1902).

  When the flag after opening the big prize opening is not set (N in step S1902), the CPU 101 for effect control subtracts 1 from the value of the process timer (step S1903), and the effect device (effect display) according to the contents of the process data n Control of the device 9, the speaker 27, the lamps 25, 28, etc.) is executed (step S1904). In this embodiment, for example, a series of effects are executed in such a manner that a predetermined character is displayed on the effect display device 9 or the character sings a song. In addition, for example, the effect display device 9 displays a jackpot symbol and executes an effect of displaying characters indicating the number of rounds. However, in this case, for example, in the area of the end of the display screen of the effect display device 9, a big hit symbol, a character indicating the number of rounds, etc. are displayed in a reduced size, which is more conspicuous than a series of effects executed throughout the big hit game. It is desirable to display so that there is no.

  Next, the CPU 101 for effect control confirms whether or not the probability change promotion effect pattern 3 has been determined in the probability change promotion effect setting process (step S1905). If the probability variation promotion effect pattern 3 has not been determined, the process proceeds to step S1910. If the probability variation promotion effect pattern 3 is determined (that is, if execution of the character promotion effect is determined), the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the value of the promotion timing measurement timer is 0. (Step S1906). If the value of the promotion timing measurement timer is not 0, the process proceeds to step S1910. If the value of the promotion timing measurement timer is 0, the effect control CPU 101 sets a character promotion effect execution flag indicating that the character promotion effect is being executed (step S1907). Further, the effect control CPU 101 switches to process data for character promotion effect (step S1908). Then, the process timer set value in the process data for character promotion effect is set in the process timer and the process timer is started (step S1909). Thereafter, when the process data is switched, the character is changed in the series of effects executed during the big hit game (during the execution of the round effect and the interval effect), and it is notified that the probable big hit. . It should be noted that the effect switching is executed at a timing with good breaks during a series of effects (for example, the break of a song section sung by a character). Then, the effect control CPU 101 ends the in-round processing.

  Note that the processing of steps S1907 to S1909 is executed only when the value of the promotion timing measurement timer becomes 0 and it is first determined as Y in step S1906, and switching to process data for character promotion effects is performed. . Then, after the processing of steps S1910 to S1912 is executed, an effect after the process data switching (a series of effects after the character is changed) is executed. For example, if the value of the promotion timing measurement timer is 0 in step S1906 and the character promotion effect execution flag is not yet set, the effect control CPU 101 executes the processes of steps S1907 to S1909. If the character promotion effect execution flag has already been set, the process proceeds to step S1910.

  The processing of steps S1907 to 1909 is executed when the promotion timing arrives in a period corresponding to the in-round effect in the jackpot game period, but in the period corresponding to the interval effect in the jackpot game period. Even when the promotion timing arrives, switching to process data for character promotion effects may be performed (see steps S1975 to S1978 described later). Also in this case, since the process data is already switched and the character promotion effect is started (that is, the character is changed), the process data is not switched again (steps S1907 to S1909 are performed). Without), the process proceeds to step S1910.

  If the probable promotion effect pattern 3 has not been determined, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the process timer has timed out (step S1910). If the process timer has timed out, the process data is switched. (Step S1911). That is, the process data (display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data) set next in the process table is switched. Then, the process timer set value in the next process data is set in the process timer and the process timer is started (step S1912).

  Note that the processing in steps S1910 to S1912 may be executed before step S1901. For example, if the process timer is just timed out and it is determined as Y in step S1906 and switching to process data for character promotion effects has occurred (see steps S1907 to S1909), The process of steps S1910 to S1912 is not executed, and the process timer is updated when the process data is updated. Therefore, the process data update is shifted by one timer interrupt. Therefore, if the processes in steps S1910 to S1912 are executed before step S1901, it is possible to prevent such a shift in the process data update timing from occurring.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not any of the probability variation promotion effect patterns 4 to 6 is determined in the probability variation promotion effect setting process (step S1913). If none of the probability variation promotion effect patterns 4 to 6 has been determined, the process is terminated as it is. If any of probability variation promotion effect patterns 4 to 6 has been determined (that is, if execution of an accessory promotion effect has been determined), effect control CPU 101 has determined in step S2320 of the probability variation promotion effect setting process. It is confirmed whether or not it is an execution round of an accessory promotion effect (step S1914). Specifically, the CPU for effect control 101 confirms the number of rounds (shown as EXT data) specified by the received display command during the opening of the big prize opening, so that the current round becomes an effect promotion effect. It can be determined whether or not it is an execution round. If it is the execution round, the CPU 101 for effect control drives the motor 86 to vibrate the movable member 78 (step S1915).

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the probability change promotion effect pattern determined in the probability change promotion effect setting process is the probability change promotion effect pattern 6 (step S1916). In the case of the probability variation promotion effect pattern 6 (that is, in the case of executing the promoted accessory promotion effect), the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the operation signal from the operation button 120 is input ( Step S1917). If the operation signal from the operation button 120 is input, the CPU 101 for effect control adds 1 to the value of the operation number counter for counting the number of operations by the operation button 120 (step S1918). Next, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the value of the operation count counter after the addition is the number of trigger operations determined in step S2319 of the probability variation promotion effect setting process (step S1918). If the value of the operation number counter is the number of trigger operations (that is, if the number of operations by the operation button 120 has reached the number of trigger operations), the effect control CPU 101 rotates the motor 86 to move the movable member. 78 is moved (step S1920). Thereby, the player can recognize that the movable member 78 is rotationally movable to the front side of the display screen of the effect display device 9 and the probability variation big hit is notified. Then, the effect control CPU 101 sets a promotion success flag indicating that the probability change promotion has been successful in the role promotion effect (notified that the probability change is a big hit) (step S1921).

  If the flag after opening the big prize opening is set in step S1902 (Y in step S1902), the effect control CPU 101 resets the flag after opening the big prize opening (step S1922). Next, the production control CPU 101 is at the timing of switching from the mid-round production period during the big hit game to the interval production period, so when the display of the number of rounds is performed in the production period during the previous round, The number of rounds displayed so far is deleted (step S1924). In this embodiment, since a series of effects such as a mode in which a predetermined character (the character after change after reaching the promotion timing of the character promotion effect) is sung during the jackpot game is executed, the round There is no particular change in the production mode before and after switching the period from the medium production period to the interval production period, and a series of productions are continuously executed. Then, the effect control CPU 101 sets the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the round post-processing (step S806) (step S1927).

  When the ending flag is set in step S1901 (Y in step S1901), the effect control CPU 101 resets the ending flag (step S1928). Next, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the probability change promotion effect pattern 2 or the probability change promotion effect pattern 5 is determined in the probability change promotion effect setting process (step S1929). If the probability change promotion effect pattern 2 or the probability change promotion effect pattern 5 is determined (that is, if execution of the ending promotion effect is determined), the process proceeds to step S1934.

  If neither the probability variation promotion effect pattern 2 nor the probability variation promotion effect pattern 5 is found, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the probability change promotion effect pattern 6 is determined in the probability variation promotion effect setting process (step S1930). If the probable change promotion effect pattern 6 has been determined (that is, if the promotion role promotion effect has been executed), the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the promotion success flag is set (step S1931). ). If the promotion success flag is set, the process proceeds to step S1935. On the other hand, if the promotion success flag is not set, the process proceeds to step S1934. In other words, if the promotion success flag is not set in step S1931, the promotion of the promotion of the role is executed, but the operation with the operation button 120 is not performed, or the number of operations does not reach the number of trigger operations. This is a case in which the probability change notification is not performed in the promotion of an accessory. Therefore, in this case, the process proceeds to step S1934, and an ending promotion effect is performed, and control is performed so as to notify the probability change in the ending effect.

  If it is not the probability variation promotion effect pattern 6, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the probability variation promotion effect pattern 3 has been determined in the probability variation promotion effect setting process (step S1932). If the probability variation promotion effect pattern 3 has been determined (that is, if the execution of the character promotion effect has been determined), the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the character promotion effect execution flag is set (step) S1933). If the character promotion effect execution flag is set, the process proceeds to step S1935. On the other hand, if the character promotion effect execution flag is not set, the process proceeds to step S1934. That is, if the character promotion effect execution flag is not set in step S1933, the jackpot game is ended before the character promotion effect promotion timing arrives, and the character promotion effect cannot be executed. Therefore, in this case, the process proceeds to step S1934, and an ending promotion effect is performed, and control is performed so as to notify the probability change in the ending effect.

  The character promotion effect is not limited to the case where the jackpot game is not executed before the end of the jackpot game. For example, before reaching the promotion timing, the player reaches the round just before the jackpot game ends (for example, round 5 or later in the seventh round probability change jackpot). In the case of being closed (for example, when a display command during opening of the big prize opening designating round 5 is received), the character promotion effect is not executed, and the ending promotion effect is executed to perform the probability change notification. Control may be switched. That is, even if the character promotion effect is started by changing the character after the end of the big hit game, the character promotion effect can be performed only for a short time, and only halfway notification can be performed. Therefore, there is a possibility that the player cannot fully recognize that it is a probable big hit. Therefore, even if the big hit game has not ended, for example, if the game reaches round 5, for example, by switching to the probability change notification by the ending promotion effect, the situation that the time for the probability change notification becomes too short is prevented. can do.

  In step S1934, the effect control CPU 101 selects process data corresponding to the ending effect including the ending promotion effect. On the other hand, in step S1935, the effect control CPU 101 selects process data corresponding to a normal ending effect (an ending effect that does not include an ending promotion effect). Next, the production control CPU 101 starts the production period measurement timer and starts the process timer (step S1936). Then, the effect control CPU 101 sets the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the jackpot end effect process (step S807) (step S1937).

  FIG. 39 is a flowchart showing post-round processing (step S806) in the effect control process. In the round post-processing, the effect control CPU 101 first subtracts 1 from the promotion timing measurement timer if the promotion timing measurement timer is set (step S1970). Next, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the special winning opening open flag indicating that the special winning opening open display command has been received is set (step S1971). When the big prize opening open flag is not set (N in Step S1971), the effect control CPU 101 subtracts 1 from the value of the process timer (Step S1972), and the effect device (effect display) Control of the apparatus 9, the speaker 27, the lamps 25, 28, etc.) is executed (step S1973). In this embodiment, for example, a series of effects are executed in such a manner that a predetermined character is displayed on the effect display device 9 or the character sings a song. Further, for example, the big hit symbol is displayed on the effect display device 9. However, in this case, for example, in the region of the end of the display screen of the effect display device 9, the jackpot symbol is displayed in a less conspicuous manner compared with a series of effects executed during the jackpot game, such as a reduced display. Is desirable.

  Next, the CPU 101 for effect control confirms whether or not the probability change promotion effect pattern 3 is determined in the probability change promotion effect setting process (step S1974). If the probability variation promotion effect pattern 3 has not been determined, the process proceeds to step S1979. If the probability variation promotion effect pattern 3 is determined (that is, if execution of the character promotion effect is determined), the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the value of the promotion timing measurement timer is 0. (Step S1975). If the value of the promotion timing measurement timer is not 0, the process proceeds to step S1979. If the value of the promotion timing measurement timer is 0, the effect control CPU 101 sets a character promotion effect execution flag (step S1976). Further, the effect control CPU 101 switches to process data for character promotion effect (step S1977). Then, the process timer set value in the process data for character promotion effect is set in the process timer and the process timer is started (step S1978). Thereafter, when the process data is switched, the character is changed in the series of effects executed during the big hit game (during the execution of the round effect and the interval effect), and it is notified that the probable big hit. . It should be noted that the effect switching is executed at a timing with good breaks during a series of effects (for example, the break of a song section sung by a character). Then, the effect control CPU 101 ends the round post-processing.

  Note that the processing in steps S1976 to S1978 is executed only when the value of the promotion timing measurement timer becomes 0 and it is first determined as Y in step S1975, and switching to process data for character promotion effects is performed. . Then, after the processing of steps S1979 to S1981 is executed, the effect after the process data switching (a series of effects after the character is changed) is executed. For example, if the value of the promotion timing measurement timer is 0 in step S1975, the effect control CPU 101 executes the processes of steps S1976 to S1978 if the character promotion effect execution flag is not set yet. If the character promotion effect execution flag has already been set, the process may proceed to step S1979.

  The processing of steps S1976 to S1978 is executed when the promotion timing arrives in a period corresponding to the interval effect in the big hit game period, but in the period corresponding to the in-round effect in the big hit game period. Even when the promotion timing arrives, switching to process data for character promotion effects may be performed (see steps S1906 to S1909 described above). Also in this case, since the process data is already switched and the character promotion effect is started (that is, the character is changed), the process data is not switched again (steps S1976 to S1978). Without), the process proceeds to step S1979.

  If the probable promotion effect pattern 3 has not been determined, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the process timer has timed out (step S1979). If the process timer has timed out, the process data is switched. (Step S1980). That is, the process data (display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data) set next in the process table is switched. Then, the process timer set value in the next process data is set in the process timer, and the process timer is started (step S1981).

  Note that the processing of steps S1979 to S1981 may be executed before step S1971. For example, when the process timer is just timed out and it is determined as Y in step S1975 and the process data is switched to process data for character promotion effect (see steps S1976 to S1978), The process of steps S1979 to S1981 is not executed, and the process timer is updated when the process data is updated. Therefore, the process data update is shifted by one timer interrupt. Therefore, if the processes in steps S1979 to S1981 are executed before step S1971, it is possible to prevent such a shift in the process data update timing from occurring.

  When the big prize opening open flag is set (Y in step S1971), the effect control CPU 101 resets the big prize opening open flag (step S1982). Next, the production control CPU 101 starts displaying characters and the like indicating the number of rounds designated by the special winning opening opening designation command because it is the timing of switching from the interval production period during the big hit game to the production period during the round. (Step S1984). In this embodiment, since a series of effects such as a mode in which a predetermined character (a character after change after reaching the promotion timing of the character promotion effect) is sung during the jackpot game is executed, the interval There is no particular change in the production mode before and after the period switching from the production period to the mid-round production period, and a series of productions are continuously executed. Then, the effect control CPU 101 sets the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the in-round processing (step S805) (step S1987).

  FIG. 40 is a flowchart showing the jackpot end effect process (step S807) in the effect control process. In the big hit end effect process, the effect control CPU 101 first subtracts 1 from the value of the effect period measurement timer (step S971). 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, if the big hit ends, or if process data for ending promotion effects is selected, a character string such as “probable change promotion” or “probable big hit” should be displayed to indicate a probable big hit An effect of informing the user is performed. Note that the presentation mode of the ending promotion effect is not limited to that shown in this embodiment, for example, by displaying a predetermined character or moving an accessory such as the movable member 78, during a big hit game Probability change notifications similar to those in the role promotion promotion may be performed. In addition, for example, an effect in a mode of moving an accessory (for example, an effect feather accessory 79a, 79b) different from an accessory promotion effect may be executed, and a liquid crystal display such as a character or a character display suggesting a certain change is used. The lamps 25 and 28 may be lit or blinked in a predetermined pattern, or a predetermined sound effect may be output from the speaker 27 without being limited to the effect. In addition, when the ending promotion effect is executed using the same accessory as the accessory promotion effect (for example, the movable member 78. The effect blade actors 79a and 79b may be used), the case where the ending promotion effect is executed and the accessory promotion are performed. You may make it operate | moves an accessory in the aspect different from the case where an effect is performed.

  Then, the effect 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).

  When the production period measurement timer times out (Y in step S972), the production control CPU 101 resets predetermined flags such as the character promotion production execution flag and the promotion success flag (step S978), and the production control process flag is set. The value is set to a value corresponding to the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) (step S979).

  Next, the execution timing of the re-lottery effect and the probability variation promotion effect will be described. FIG. 41 is an explanatory diagram showing the execution timing of the re-lottery effect and the probability variation promotion effect. In the example shown in FIG. 41, a case where a 7-round jackpot game is executed is shown.

  First, the execution timing of the re-lottery effect will be described. When it is determined that the re-lottery effect (with promotion) or the re-lottery effect (without promotion) is determined in the re-lottery effect setting process when the normal big hit, the probable big hit 1 or the probable big hit 3 (see step S2107) When the start time of the redrawing effect is reached during the variation display of the effect symbol, as shown in FIG. 41, the jackpot symbol of the uncertain change symbol is temporarily stopped and displayed as a temporary stop symbol (see step S835C). Then, a re-lottery effect is executed in such a manner as to re-variate the effect symbol, and when the variation time of the effect symbol elapses, the final stop symbol is derived and displayed. In this case, when it is determined to execute the re-lottery effect (no promotion), the big hit symbol of the non-probable variation symbol is derived and displayed as the final stop symbol. On the other hand, when it is decided to execute the re-lottery effect (with promotion), the jackpot symbol of the probability variation symbol is derived and displayed as the final stop symbol. However, if the jackpot symbol of the probability variation symbol is derived and displayed as the final stop symbol, the probability variation promotion effect is executed during the jackpot game or at the end of the jackpot game since the probability change notification has already been made in the re-lottery effect. There is no.

  Next, the execution timing of the accessory promotion effect in the probability variation promotion effect will be described. In the case of a normal big hit, a probable big hit 1 or a probable big hit 3, if any of the probable change promotion effect patterns 4 to 6 is determined in the probability change promotion effect setting process (see step S2314), the promotion of an accessory during the big win game Is executed. When the probability variation promotion effect patterns 4 to 6 are determined, the execution timing of the accessory promotion effect is also determined in the probability variation promotion effect setting process (see step S2320). In the example shown in FIG. 41, it is assumed that round 5 is determined as the execution timing of the accessory promotion effect. In addition, when the probability variation promotion effect pattern 6 is determined (that is, when the promoted role promotion effect is determined), the number of trigger operations is also determined (see step S2319). Then, when the big hit game is started and the execution round of the role promotion effect is reached (in the example shown in FIG. 41, when the round is 5), the effect of driving the motor 86 to vibrate the movable member 78 is started. Then, the role promotion effect is started (see step S1915).

  When the probability change promotion effect pattern 4 or the probability change promotion effect pattern 5 is determined (that is, when the non-promotional role promotion effect is determined), only the movable member 78 is vibrated until the round 5 ends. Probability change notification is not performed. On the other hand, when the probability variation promotion effect pattern 6 is determined (that is, when the promoted role promotion effect is determined), on the condition that the number of operations by the operation button 120 has reached the trigger operation number, Probability change notification is performed by rotating the motor 86 to move the movable member 78 (see step S1920). However, if the operation with the operation button 120 is not performed, or if the number of operations does not reach the number of trigger operations, even if the promotion effect promotion effect is executed, the round 5 ends. Only by vibrating the movable member 78, the probability change notification is not performed. In this case, the ending promotion effect is executed in the ending effect at the end of the big hit game, and it is notified that the probable big hit (see steps S1930, S1931, and S1934).

  In addition, even when the probability variation promotion effect pattern 4 or the probability variation promotion effect pattern 5 is determined (that is, when the non-elevated accessory promotion effect is determined), according to the operation by the operation button 120, A predetermined effect may be executed. For example, the movable member 78 is vibrated according to the operation of the operation button 120, or a predetermined effect display (for example, “Press more!”) Is performed on the display screen of the effect display device 9 according to the operation of the operation button 120. Display that suggests an operation by the operation button 120). Further, in the case of such a configuration, even when the probability variation promotion effect pattern 6 is determined (that is, when the promotion of the promoted accessory promotion effect is determined), the operation count reaches the trigger operation count and the probability change notification is made. In the same manner, the movable member 78 is vibrated according to the operation of the operation button 120 or a predetermined effect display (for example, “ "Press more!" Or a display indicating an operation by the operation button 120).

  Next, the execution timing of the character promotion effect in the probability variation promotion effect will be described. In this embodiment, when the probability variation jackpot is 1, if the probability variation promotion effect pattern 3 is determined in the probability variation promotion effect setting process (see step S2314), the character promotion effect is executed during the jackpot game. When the probability variation promotion effect pattern 3 is determined, the promotion timing of the character promotion effect is also determined in the probability variation promotion effect setting process (see step S2322). The promotion timing is selected from a plurality of times prepared in advance regardless of the round switching timing (see FIG. 31).

  Also, the timing of promotion is started at the timing at which the big prize opening opening display command for round 1 is received at the start of the big hit game (see steps S907 and S908). Also, a series of effects during the jackpot game (for example, an effect in which a predetermined character sings a song or the like through the jackpot game) is started. When the promotion timing measurement timer times out and the promotion timing is reached, the process data is switched to the process data for the character promotion effect, and the effect mode of the series of effects is changed. Is switched and process data is switched in step S1977). In this case, for example, the player can recognize that the probability change notification has been made by performing switching such as changing the character displayed in the series of effects. Note that the example shown in FIG. 41 shows a case where the character change is performed and the character promotion effect is executed based on the fact that the promotion timing is reached in the middle of round 6 regardless of the round switching timing or the like. ing. Thereafter, the process data for the character promotion effect is selected until the big hit game is finished (see steps S1924 and S1984), and the effect using the changed character is executed until the big hit game is finished.

  If the jackpot game is finished before the promotion timing arrives, the character promotion effect cannot be performed. In this case, the ending promotion effect is executed in the ending effect at the end of the big hit game, and it is notified that the probable big hit (see steps S1932, S1933, S1934).

  As shown in FIG. 27, in this embodiment, there is no probability variation promotion effect pattern in which both the character promotion effect and the character promotion effect are set, and the character promotion effect and character during one big hit game. Both promotion and production are not executed.

  Further, when the probability change promotion effect pattern 2 or the probability change promotion effect pattern 5 is determined in the probability change promotion effect setting process (see step S2314), the ending promotion effect is executed in the ending effect at the end of the big hit game, and the probability change big hit It is notified (see steps S1929 and S1934). Further, in this embodiment, even when the operation by the operation button 120 is not performed, or when the probability change notification is not performed in the accessory promotion effect because the number of operations has not reached the number of trigger operations. The ending promotion effect is executed in the ending effect at the end of the big hit game, and it is notified that the probable big hit (see steps S1930, S1931, and S1934). Further, in this embodiment, even if the jackpot game ends before the promotion timing arrives and the character promotion effect cannot be performed, the ending promotion effect is executed in the ending effect at the end of the jackpot game, and the probable big hit (See steps S1932, S1933, S1934).

  Next, an effect aspect of the re-lottery effect executed in the effect display device 9 will be described. FIG. 42 is an explanatory diagram showing a display example of the re-lottery effect executed in the effect display device. In FIG. 42, the display state transitions in numerical order as (1) (2) (3).

  In this embodiment, when it is determined that the re-lottery effect is to be executed in the re-lottery effect setting process in the case of the normal big hit, the probable big hit 1, or the probable big hit 3 (see step S2107), the effect symbol variation display is in progress. A re-lottery effect is executed. When it is determined that the re-lottery effect (with promotion) is executed, the jackpot symbol of the probability variation symbol is determined as the final stop symbol of the effect symbol (see step S822). If it is determined that the re-lottery effect (no promotion) is to be executed, the jackpot symbol of the non-probable variable symbol is determined as the final stop symbol of the effect symbol (see step S822). When it is determined that the re-lottery effect (both with promotion and without promotion) is to be executed, the jackpot symbol of the uncertain change symbol is also determined as the temporary stop symbol of the effect symbol (see step S822).

  As shown in FIGS. 42 (1) and 42 (2), when the effect display device 9 starts changing the effect symbol (variable display) and a predetermined re-lottery effect start time has elapsed (see step S835B), FIG. As shown in (3), the jackpot symbol of the non-probable variable symbol (in the example shown in FIG. 42 (3), the non-probable variable symbol “222”) is temporarily stopped and displayed as the temporary stop symbol (see step S835C). Then, switching to process data for re-lottery effect is performed (see step S835D), and as shown in FIG. 42 (4), re-lottery effect is started, for example, re-variation of effect symbols is started. Then, when the variation time of the effect symbol elapses, the final stop symbol is derived and displayed as shown in FIG. 42 (5) (see step S872). In the example shown in FIG. 42 (5), it is decided to execute the re-lottery effect (with promotion), and the jackpot symbol of the probability variation symbol as the final stop symbol (in the example illustrated in FIG. 42 (5), the probability variation symbol “777”). ) Is derived and displayed, and a successful promotion to probability variation jackpot is reported. If it is determined that the re-lottery effect (no promotion) is to be executed, in FIG. 42 (5), a big hit symbol of the non-probable variable symbol (for example, the non-probable variable symbol “222”) is derived and displayed as the final stop symbol. Then, it will be notified that the promotion to the probable big hit has failed.

  Next, an effect aspect of the character promotion effect executed in the effect display device 9 will be described. FIG. 43 is an explanatory diagram showing a display example of a character probability change promotion effect executed in the effect display device. In FIG. 43, the display state transitions in numerical order such as (1) (2) (3).

  In this embodiment, when the probability variation jackpot is 1, if the probability variation promotion effect pattern 3 is determined in the probability variation promotion effect setting process (see step S2314), the character promotion effect is executed during the jackpot game. When the probability variation promotion effect pattern 3 is determined, the promotion timing of the character promotion effect is also determined in the probability variation promotion effect setting process (see step S2322). The promotion timing is selected from a plurality of times prepared in advance regardless of the round switching timing (see FIG. 31). As shown in FIG. 43 (1), when the variation time indicated by the variation pattern has elapsed after the variation (variable display) of the representation symbol is started in the representation display device 9, the variation is temporarily stopped and determined in step S822. In addition, the jackpot symbol (stop symbol) of the non-probable variable symbol is derived and displayed. In the example shown in FIG. 43 (1), a non-probable variable symbol “222” is derived and displayed.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 43 (2), the promotion timing measurement is started at the timing when the winning prize opening opening display command for round 1 is received at the start of the big hit game (see steps S907 and S908). Also, a series of effects during the jackpot game (for example, an effect in which a predetermined character sings a song or the like through the jackpot game) is started. In the example shown in FIG. 43, as a series of effects, effects such as a male character appearing and singing a song throughout the jackpot game are executed. Next, when the promotion timing measurement timer times out and the promotion timing is reached, the process data is switched to the process data for the character promotion effect, and the effect mode of the series of effects is changed (in the case of the effect during the round, in step S1908). If the process data is switched and the interval effect is being produced, the process data is switched in step S1977). For example, as shown in FIGS. 43 (3) and 43 (4), a game in which a change notification is made by switching a male character displayed in a series of effects to a female character is performed. Can recognize. In the example shown in FIGS. 43 (3) and 43 (4), the character change is performed based on the promotion timing in the middle of round 6 regardless of the round switching timing, and the character promotion effect is executed. The case to be shown is shown. Thereafter, the process data for the character promotion effect is selected until the big hit game is finished (see steps S1924 and S1984), and the effect using the changed character is executed until the big hit game is finished.

  As described above, according to this embodiment, the production control microcomputer 100 notifies whether or not it is a probable big hit and whether it is a 7 round big hit or a 15 round big hit with different game values. The notification effect (re-lottery effect, probability change promotion effect) is executed. Further, the effect control microcomputer 100 selects the execution timing of the notification effect from a plurality of types of execution timings, and if the game value is determined to be a 15-round big hit gaming state with a high game value, the game value is Compared with the case where it is determined that the game state is a low 7-round big hit game state, the late execution timing is selected at a high rate as the execution timing of the notification effect. Specifically, in this embodiment, when it is determined to be a big hit of 15 rounds, a re-lottery executed during the variation of the production symbol is compared with a case where it is determined to be a big hit of 7 rounds. Probability notification is given at a higher rate than the effect in the probability change promotion effect executed during the big hit game or at the end of the big hit game. Therefore, the higher the gaming value of the jackpot gaming state, the later the timing at which the notification effect is executed, so the notification effect is executed at a later timing, so that the running jackpot gaming state is a jackpot gaming state with a high gaming value. It can increase the sense of expectation of something. Therefore, in the gaming machine configured to be able to execute the notification effect, not only the expectation for a probable big hit, but also the expectation that the running big hit gaming state is a big hit gaming state with a high gaming value , Can improve the interest in games.

  In this embodiment, the case where the game value of the specific game state (hit game state) is made different by changing the number of rounds of the big game is shown, but how to make the game value different in the specific game state Is not limited to that shown in this embodiment. For example, although the number of rounds during the big hit game is the same, the game value of a specific gaming state can be increased by changing the opening times of the big prize opening for each round or by changing the number of times the big winning opening is opened for each round. It may be different.

  In addition, in this embodiment, when the notification effect is executed during the big hit game or at the end of the big hit game, rather than during the change of the production symbol, the case where the expectation for the game value in the big hit game state is increased may be configured. Although shown, how to change the execution timing of the notification effect is not limited to that shown in this embodiment. For example, even in the same jackpot game state, compared to the case where the probability change promotion effect is executed in the early round (for example, the number of rounds of 5 or less) during the jackpot game, the late round in the jackpot game state When the probability variation promotion effect is executed in a round of 6 or more rounds (for example, a round of 6 or more rounds), it may be configured such that a sense of expectation for the game value in the big hit gaming state is increased.

  Further, according to this embodiment, the production control microcomputer 100 is configured such that the probability variation promotion effect can be selected from many types of productions as the number of times of control in the big hit gaming state increases. Has been. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 27 and FIG. 28, in the case of the first big hit, it is possible to select only the probable promotion effect patterns 2, 4 to 6 and select only the accessory promotion effect and the ending promotion effect. On the other hand, in the case of a big hit after the second time, in addition to the probable change promotion effect patterns 2 and 4-6, the probable change promotion effect pattern 3 can also be selected, in addition to the role promotion effect and the ending promotion effect Character promotion effects can also be selected. Therefore, as the number of times the game is controlled to the big hit game state increases, the variation of the probable promotion effect can be diversified, and the interest in the game can be improved.

  Further, according to this embodiment, the production control microcomputer 100 selects different types of probable promotion effects according to the jackpot game value. Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 27 and 28, in the case of 3 probable big hits which are 15 rounds of big hits, only the promotion promotion effect can be selected, whereas in the case of 7 rounds of big hits In the case of a certain normal jackpot or probability variation jackpot 1, in addition to the role promotion effect, a character promotion effect and an ending promotion effect can be selected. Therefore, the appearance of the type of probabilistic promotion effect selected in the case of a big hit gaming state with a specific gaming value can elicit a player's expectation and improve the interest in gaming.

  Further, according to this embodiment, when the production control microcomputer 100 is determined to be a jackpot gaming state with a low gaming value, it is determined to be a jackpot gaming state with a high gaming value. In comparison, it is configured such that the probable promotion effect can be selected from many types of effects. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 27 and FIG. 28, when the probability variation big hit 3 (15 round big hit) with high game value is selected, only the bonus promotion effect can be selected. In the case of a low value normal jackpot or a probable bonus jackpot 1 (7 round jackpot), a character promotion effect and an ending promotion effect can be selected in addition to the role promotion effect. Therefore, in the case of a jackpot gaming state with a low gaming value, the variation of the probability variation promotion effect can be diversified, while the type of probability variation promotion effect selected in the case of a jackpot gaming state with a high gaming value appears, thereby causing the player Can increase the sense of expectation and improve the interest in games.

  Further, according to this embodiment, when the game control microcomputer 560 determines the probability variation big hit, it is compared with the probability variation big hit (probability big hit 1 and probability variation big hit 3) with a re-lottery effect and a probability variation promotion effect. The probability variation big hit (2 for probability variation big hit, 4 for probability variation big hit) that is a direct hit is determined at a high rate. Therefore, when the probability change big hit is determined, by reducing the appearance ratio of the re-draw lottery effect and the probability change notification effect compared to the case where it is a direct hit, once the big hit symbol of the non-probable change design is temporarily displayed. It is possible to increase the unexpectedness of the effect of notifying the probability change. Therefore, the player's sense of expectation for the notification effect can be aroused, and the interest in the game can be improved.

  Further, according to this embodiment, the effect control microcomputer 100 executes the probability variation promotion effect for notifying whether or not it is a probability variation big hit when being controlled to the big hit gaming state. In this case, the effect control microcomputer 100 selects, as the probability change promotion effect, one of the accessory promotion effect and the character promotion effect executed at a timing different from the accessory promotion effect. In addition, as the execution timing of the bonus promotion effect, it is possible to select a timing triggered by one of the rounds in the jackpot game state, and as the promotion timing of the character promotion effect, the jackpot game regardless of the round in the jackpot game state Any of the elapsed time of the state can be selected. Then, the effect control microcomputer 100 executes the accessory promotion effect or the character promotion effect at the selected timing. Therefore, since two types of effects with different execution timings are provided as the probability variation promotion effects executed during the big hit gaming state, the probability variation promotion effects can be executed at a timing unexpected for the player. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the probability-changing promotion effect from becoming monotonous and to improve the interest in the game.

  Further, according to this embodiment, when the effect control microcomputer 100 finishes the big hit gaming state at a timing earlier than the execution timing of the selected character promotion effect, the effect including the ending promotion effect is provided as the ending effect. Run. Therefore, when the character promotion effect is selected, even if the jackpot gaming state ends first and the character promotion effect cannot be executed, a notification that the jackpot gaming state is a promising big hit is made. Can do. Therefore, it is possible to prevent a situation in which it is impossible to notify that the probability is a big hit, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

  Further, according to this embodiment, the effect control microcomputer 100 uses the first elapsed time (for example, shorter than 3 minutes) in the jackpot gaming state and the first elapsed time as the promotion timing of the character promotion effect. A short second elapsed time (for example, a time of 3 minutes or more) can be selected, and the second elapsed time is selected at a higher rate than the first elapsed time. Therefore, by increasing the rate at which the character promotion effect is executed early, it is possible to reduce the possibility that the jackpot gaming state ends first and the character promotion effect cannot be executed, and the interest in the game can be improved.

  For example, in this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 31 and FIG. 32, compared to the character promotion effect patterns 14 and 15 whose promotion timing is 3 minutes (180 s) or more, the character promotion is shorter than 3 minutes. It is set so that the ratio in which the production patterns 1 to 13 are selected increases. Note that the determination based on 3 minutes (180 s) as the reference time for determining the length of the promotion timing is an example. For example, in this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 31 and 32, 2 minutes ( 120s) is considered as the reference time, compared to the character promotion effect patterns 9 to 15 whose promotion timing is 2 minutes (120 s) or more, the character promotion effect patterns 1 to 1 whose promotion timing is shorter than 2 minutes. 8 is set so that the ratio of selection is high.

  In addition, according to this embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 determines two kinds of probability variation big hits (7R probability variation big hit and 15R probability variation big hit different in the number of rounds during the big hit game. Also, the game control microcomputer 560 determines whether or not to execute the probabilistic promotion effect at a different determination ratio depending on whether it is determined whether it is 7R probable big hit or 15R probable big hit, specifically, FIG. As shown in the figure, in the case of the first big hit, in the case of 7 rounds probable big hit (1 probable big hit and 2 probable big hits), 14 / (14 + 34) = about 30% of the re-lottery effect and the probable change promotion effect While it is determined to be executed, 15 rounds of probability variation big hit (3 for probability variation big hit, 49 for probability variation big hit, 2 / (2 + 10) = about 17% Therefore, it is determined that the re-lottery effect and the probability change promotion effect will be executed, so that not only the expectation for controlling to the big hit gaming state but also the game value is different (the number of rounds is different). ) The expectation for the big hit gaming state can be improved, and the interest for the game can be improved.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 24 (B) and (C), the ratio of the probability change notification by executing the re-lottery effect is the 7R probability variation big hit (probability big hit) with the lower game value. In the case of 1), 40 / (60 + 40) = 40% (see FIG. 24 (B)), whereas in the case of 15R probability variation big hit (probability big hit 3) with higher game value. On the contrary, it is as low as 10 / (90 + 10) = 10 percent (see FIG. 24C). Therefore, even when the final lottery effect is executed, even when the final stop symbol remains a non-probable variation symbol, it is possible to maintain a sense of expectation that the game value is still a 15R probability variation big hit with a high game value, It can enhance the interest in games.

  In addition, according to this embodiment, the production control microcomputer 100 can select only one of the role promotion effect and the character promotion effect every time it is controlled to the big hit gaming state. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 27, in any probability variation promotion effect pattern, it is configured so that both an accessory promotion effect and a character promotion effect are not set. Therefore, it is possible to prevent a situation in which two types of probability variation promotion effects having different execution timings are executed in the same jackpot gaming state, and to prevent a situation in which the interest in the game is reduced.

  In addition, according to this embodiment, the production control microcomputer 100 notifies that it is a promising big hit in the promotion of an accessory based on the fact that the number of operations by the operation button 120 has reached the number of trigger operations. . In addition, in the case where the effect control microcomputer 100 does not perform probability change notification in the role promotion effect even though it is a probability change big hit, the ending promotion effect is performed in the ending effect to indicate that it is a probability big hit. Inform. And if the probability change notification is not performed in the role promotion effect, the ratio that the ending promotion effect is executed and the probability change jackpot is notified is configured to be different according to the number of times controlled to the jackpot gaming state. ing. Therefore, if the operation button 120 is not operated, the probability change notification is not performed in the role promotion effect, so that the player's willingness to participate in the role promotion effect can be increased, and the interest in the game can be improved. .

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 10, the selection ratio of the probability variation big hit 2 that is a direct hit is increased in the case of the big hit after the second time as compared with the case of the big hit for the first time. Thus, the ratio of the probable promotion effect in the case of a big hit after the second time is lowered. As a result, when the probability change notification is not performed in the role promotion effect, the ratio that the ending promotion effect is executed and the probability change is notified is controlled to the jackpot gaming state. It depends on the number of times. In addition, it is not limited to the configuration shown in this embodiment, for example, by changing the selection ratio of the number of trigger operations in the case of the first big hit and the second and subsequent cases, the probability change notification is performed in the role promotion effect. If it is not performed, the ratio that the ending promotion effect is executed and it is notified that it is a promising big hit may be made different depending on the number of times it is controlled to the big hit gaming state.

  FIG. 44 is an explanatory diagram of a modification of the operation count determination table. In the example shown in FIG. 44, the effect control microcomputer 100 determines whether or not the first big hit or the second big hit or later in step S2319 of the probability variation promotion effect setting process. For example, it is confirmed whether or not the probability variation status flag is set. If the probability variation status flag is set (that is, if the probability variation status is set), it is determined that it is the second or subsequent big hit, and the probability variation status flag is If it is not set, it is determined that it is the first big hit. When it is determined that it is the first big hit, the production control microcomputer 100 selects the initial operation frequency determination table shown in FIG. 44A, and the trigger operation frequency is 1, 5, 10 times. , 12 times, 15 times, 18 times, 21 times, 24 times, 27 times, or 100 times. On the other hand, when it is determined that the second or subsequent big hit, the production control microcomputer 100 selects the second and subsequent operation count determination table shown in FIG. Determine the number of times of 5, 10, 12, or 15.

  According to the modification shown in FIG. 44, in the case of the big hit after the second time, compared with the case of the big hit for the first time, the ratio that the smaller number of trigger operations is determined is high (specifically, 15 times or less is determined as the number of trigger operations). Therefore, in the case of a big hit after the second time, the number of operations by the operation button 120 reaches the number of trigger operations during the promotion of an accessory, so that it is easy to be notified of the probability change, and as a result, the ending promotion effect is executed. The rate is low. Therefore, when the probability change notification is not performed in the bonus promotion effect, the ratio that the ending promotion effect is executed and the probability change jackpot is notified is made different depending on the number of times the game is controlled to the jackpot gaming state. Can do.

  As already described, in this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 10, the ratio of determining the direct hit is different between the case of the first big hit and the case of the second big hit or later. . However, as shown in FIG. 44, when the selection ratio of the number of trigger operations is different between the first big hit and the second and subsequent big hits, the first big hit and the second and subsequent big hits are different. You may comprise so that the ratio determined with direct hit may become the same. Specifically, in the jackpot type determination process in step S63, the jackpot type is determined using the common jackpot type determination table regardless of whether it is the first jackpot or the second jackpot or later. That's fine. Even in such a configuration, although the ratio of the direct hit probability variation big hit (2 probability variation big hit, 4 probability variation big hit 4) is the same in the case of the first big hit and the second and subsequent big hits, the number of trigger operations Since the selection ratios are different, it is possible to vary the ratios that the ending promotion effect is executed and the probability change big hit is notified when the probability change notification is not performed in the accessory promotion effect.

  For example, as shown in FIG. 44, in the case of the first big hit, when 14 judgment values are assigned in total for the number of times of 10 or less, the case is the second big hit or later. Is assigned more 33 judgment values for the number of times of 10 or less (in other words, compared to the case of the first big hit, it is more than 10 times in the case of the second big hit. The number of judgment values assigned to a large number of times is small). Therefore, considering the case where the operation button 120 is operated 10 times, compared to the case of the first big hit, when the second big hit is reached, the trigger operation count is reached and the change in the promotion effect is certain. The rate at which the notification is performed is twice or more, and the rate at which the ending promotion effect is inevitably performed is reduced.

  In this embodiment, in order to vary the direct hit ratio between the first big hit and the second big hit, the first big hit and the second big hit are shown in FIG. Although the case where different jackpot type determination tables are used has been shown, the method of varying the direct hit ratio according to the number of jackpots is not limited to that shown in this embodiment. For example, as the re-lottery effect determination table shown in FIG. 24, a table for the first jackpot and a table for the second jackpot are prepared, and in the case of the first jackpot and the second jackpot or later. You may make it vary the ratio which becomes a direct hit as a result by varying the ratio from which a re-lottery effect is selected. In the case where the direct hit rate is made different by changing the selection ratio of the re-lottery effect in this way, only one table need be prepared as the big hit type determination table shown in FIG. For example, the jackpot type determination table shown in FIG. 10A is used regardless of whether the jackpot is the first jackpot or the second or later jackpot (specifically, whether or not the probability variation state is present). May be.

  Further, according to this embodiment, the effect control microcomputer 100 notifies that the probability variation big win is in the probability variation promotion effect at a different rate depending on the number of times of being controlled to the big hit gaming state. Specifically, in this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 10, compared to the case of the first big hit, the selection ratio of the probability variation big hit 2 that is a direct hit when the big hit is made after the second time is set. By increasing it, the ratio of the probable promotion effect in the case of a big hit after the second time is lowered. Therefore, when the game is continued for a long time, it is possible to prevent a situation where the player feels bored with the probable promotion effect and loses interest, and the interest in the game can be improved. .

  In this embodiment, the gaming machine has only one special symbol display 8, but the configuration shown in this embodiment is a plurality of (for example, two) special symbol displays. It is applicable also to the game machine provided with. For example, when a gaming machine is provided with two special symbol indicators (a first special symbol indicator and a second special symbol indicator), two starting prize ports (a first starting prize port and a second starting prize port) are provided. In the same manner, the first special symbol display on the first special symbol display is displayed on the basis of the start winning at the first start winning port, and the second special symbol is displayed based on the starting winning at the second start winning port. What is necessary is just to perform the fluctuation | variation display of the 2nd special symbol in a vessel. In this case, with respect to the control of the change order of the first special symbol and the second special symbol, for example, the special symbol corresponding to the order of the start winning prize is displayed in a variable manner at the first start winning opening and the second starting winning opening. You may do it. In addition, the first reserved memory number based on the start winning prize at the first start winning opening is compared with the second reserved memory number based on the start winning prize at the second start winning opening, and the number of reserved memories is larger. Control may be performed such that priority is given in order from the corresponding special symbol. For example, when the first reserved memory number is larger, the variable display of the first special symbol is prioritized and when the second reserved memory number is larger, the second special symbol variable display is prioritized. May be executed. Further, for example, when the variable winning ball device 15 is provided at any one of the starting winning ports (for example, when the variable winning ball device is provided at the second starting winning port), Compared with the variable display of the first special symbol, the variable display of the second special symbol may be executed with priority. In addition, the game value of the jackpot is different, for example, when the number of rounds of the jackpot is different for the case where the first special symbol is displayed as a big win and the case where the second special symbol is displayed as a big win. May be different.

  In addition, the pachinko gaming machine of the above embodiment can be given a predetermined game value to a player mainly when the stop symbol of the special symbol variably displayed on the variable display unit based on the start winning becomes the predetermined symbol. A pachinko machine that can be given a predetermined gaming value to a player when there is a prize in a predetermined area of an electric game that is released based on a start prize, or a start prize The present invention can be applied even to a pachinko gaming machine in which a predetermined right is generated or continued when a winning is given to a predetermined electric combination that is released when a stop symbol of a variably displayed symbol becomes a predetermined symbol combination . Furthermore, the present invention can be applied to a slot machine that inserts game medals and sets a bet number and plays a game, or a game machine that inserts game balls instead of game medals and sets a bet number and plays a game.

  In the embodiment described above, characteristic configurations of gaming machines as shown in the following (1) to (7) are also shown.

(1) A gaming machine variably displays a plurality of types of identification information (for example, special symbols) that can be distinguished from each other, a variable display unit (for example, special symbol display device 8) that derives and displays a display result, and a player A special variable winning device (for example, special variable winning ball device 20) that is controlled in an advantageous state (for example, an open state), and a specific display result (for example, jackpot symbol) is derived and displayed on the variable display unit. When the special variable winning device is controlled in an advantageous state, the round is controlled to a specific game state (for example, a big hit game state) that can be executed up to a predetermined number of rounds (for example, 7 rounds or 15 rounds). When the transition condition is satisfied (for example, when the probability variation is a big hit), the display result of the variable display of the identification information is specified display compared to the normal state after the specific gaming state is ended. Predetermined to determine whether a special gaming state (for example, a probable variation state) that is likely to be a result, and whether to enter a specific gaming state and whether or not to establish a predetermined transition condition, before displaying and displaying a display result Means (for example, a part for executing steps S56 to S63 in the game control microcomputer 560) and whether or not it is determined by the predetermining means that the predetermined transition condition is established when the game state is controlled to the specific game state. A specific game state notification effect executing means (for example, the step of executing steps S1913 to S1920 in the effect control microcomputer 100. Steps S1905 to S1909). , S1974 to S1978 are executed, and then steps S1904, S197 are performed. ), A specific game state notification effect, a first specific game state notification effect (for example, an accessory promotion effect) executed at a timing triggered by a round in the specific game state, and a specific game The second specific gaming state notification effect (for example, the character promotion effect) executed at the timing when the elapsed time in the state has elapsed is selected and the first specific gaming state notification effect is executed. The part which performs the effect selection means (For example, step S823 (more specifically, step S2314) in the microcomputer 100 for effect control) which selects the elapsed time which performs the notification effect in a round or a 2nd specific gaming state in step S2320. , The execution round of the role promotion effect using the role promotion effect timing determination table shown in FIG. The part that determines the mode. The part which determines the promotion timing of a character promotion effect using the character promotion effect timing determination table shown in FIG. 32 in step S2322. ), And the notification effect executing means during the specific gaming state executes the notification effect during the first specific gaming state or the notification effect during the second specific gaming state based on the selection result of the effect selection means (for example, the effect) The control microcomputer 100 executes the role promotion effect in the determined execution round by executing steps S1913 to S1920. After executing steps S1905 to S1909 and S1974 to S1978, steps S1904 and S1973 are executed. By executing, the character promotion effect may be executed when the determined promotion timing arrives. According to such a configuration, since two types of effects with different execution timings are provided as notification effects during the specific gaming state executed during the specific gaming state, notification during the specific gaming state is performed at a timing unexpected for the player. Production can be performed. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the notification effect during the specific gaming state from becoming monotonous and to improve the interest in the game.

(2) When the specific gaming state ends, the gaming machine executes a specific notification state end notification effect (for example, an ending effect) for notifying that the specific gaming state ends (for example, an ending effect) (for example, The end notification effect executing means is selected by the effect selecting means on the condition that the predetermined transition condition is determined to be established by the prior determining means. When the specific game state is ended at a timing earlier than the execution timing of the second specific gaming state notification effect, the predetermined determination condition is determined to be established by the predetermining means as the specific gaming state end notification effect. (E.g., production control micro) When the computer 100 determines Y in step S1932 and N in step S1933, the computer 100 selects process data corresponding to the ending effect for the ending promotion effect in step S1934, and executes step S974). It may be. According to such a configuration, when the notification effect during the second specific gaming state is selected, even if the specific gaming state ends first and the notification effect during the second specific gaming state cannot be executed, At the end of the specific gaming state, it is possible to notify that it has been determined that the predetermined transition condition is established by the prior determination means. Therefore, it is possible to prevent a situation in which it is impossible to notify that it is determined that the predetermined transition condition is established by the prior determination means, and it is possible to improve the interest in the game.

(3) The effect selection means, as the execution timing of the notification effect during the second specific gaming state, the first elapsed time in the specific gaming state (for example, a time of 3 minutes (180 s) or more) and the first shorter than the first elapsed time 2 elapsed times (for example, shorter than 3 minutes (180 s)) can be selected, and the second elapsed time is selected at a higher rate than the first elapsed time (for example, the production control microcomputer 100 is In step S2322, as shown in FIG. 32, compared with the character promotion effect patterns 14 and 15 in which the promotion timing of 3 minutes or more is set, the character promotion effect patterns 1 to 1 in which the promotion timing shorter than 3 minutes is set. 13 may be selected at a high rate). According to such a configuration, by increasing the rate at which the notification effect during the second specific gaming state is executed early, there is a possibility that the notification effect during the second specific gaming state cannot be executed after the specific gaming state ends first. It can be reduced and the interest in games can be improved.

(4) The pre-determining means determines which specific game state is selected from among a plurality of types of specific game states having different numbers of rounds when determining the specific game state (for example, a game control microcomputer) 560 may be determined as 7R probability variation big hit or 15R probability variation big hit in step S63), depending on which specific gaming state is determined by the prior decision means, It is selected whether to execute the notification effect during the first specific gaming state or the notification effect during the second specific gaming state at a different ratio (for example, the microcomputer 100 for effect control has a probability variation big hit 1 (7R in step S2314). In the case of the probability variation big hit), using the probability variation promotion effect determination table for the second and later time variation big hit 1 in FIG. In some cases, not only the object promotion effect but also the probability change promotion effect pattern 3 is determined and the character promotion effect is determined to be executed, whereas in the case of the probability change big hit 3 (15R probability change big hit), As shown in the probability variation promotion effect determination table for probability variation big hit 3 of 26 (C) and (F), there is only a case where the probability variation promotion effect pattern 6 is determined and the actor promotion effect is determined to be executed). It may be configured. According to such a configuration, not only a sense of expectation for being controlled to the special game state by executing the notification effect during the specific game state, but also a specific game state having a large game value (a large number of rounds). Expectation can also be improved, and interest in games can be improved.

(5) The effect selection means can select only one of the notification effect during the first specific gaming state or the notification effect during the second specific gaming state (for example, the microcomputer 100 for effect control is step S2314). In FIG. 27, any one of the probability variation promotion effects patterns 1 to 6 shown in FIG. 27 is determined. In any of the probability variation promotion effects patterns 1 to 6, there is no case where both the character promotion effect and the character promotion effect are set. ) May be configured. According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent a situation in which two types of specific game state notification effects having different execution timings are executed in the same specific game state, thereby reducing the interest in the game. The situation can be prevented.

(6) The gaming machine has an operation means (for example, the operation button 120) that can be operated by the player and a specific gaming state end notification effect for notifying that the specific gaming state ends when the specific gaming state ends. (For example, a portion for executing step S974 in the effect control microcomputer 100) that executes an ending effect, and the notification effect executing means during the specific gaming state is determined by the predetermining means. In the notification effect during the specific gaming state, it is determined that the predetermined transition condition is satisfied, and the number of operations on the operation means satisfies the predetermined notification condition (for example, the number of operations reaches the number of trigger operations). Based on the fact that the predetermined decision condition is established by the pre-determining means (for example, production) The control microcomputer 100 executes step S1920 when the answer is Y in step S1919), and the end notification effect executing means is determined to satisfy the predetermined transition condition by the predetermining means. If the predetermined notification condition is not satisfied in the state notification effect, the specific game state end notification effect is performed including an effect including notification that the predetermined transition condition is established by the predetermining means. (For example, when the production control microcomputer 100 determines Y in step S1930 and N in step S1931, it selects process data corresponding to the ending effect for the ending promotion effect in step S1934, and executes step S974. Execute), in the notification effect during the specific gaming state, predetermined When a predetermined operation condition is not satisfied when an operation is performed on the number operation means, a notification that the predetermined transition condition is established by the predetermining means in the specific gaming state end notification effect is included. The rate at which the performance is executed differs depending on the number of times the game is controlled to the specific gaming state (for example, as shown in FIG. 10, when the first big hit is compared to the first big hit, as shown in FIG. Increases the selection ratio of probability variation big hits 2 and 4 that will be a direct hit, lowers the rate of probability variation promotion effect in the case of a big hit from the second time onwards, and as a result, does not perform probability change notification in the role promotion effect The rate at which the ending promotion effect is executed and the probability that it is a promising big hit will vary depending on the number of times it is controlled to the big hit gaming state) It may be. According to such a configuration, the player's willingness to participate in the notification effect during the specific gaming state can be increased, and the interest in the game can be improved.

(7) The notification effect executing means during the specific gaming state is determined to satisfy the predetermined transition condition by the pre-determining means in the notification effect during the specific gaming state at a different ratio depending on the number of times the specific gaming state is controlled. (For example, as shown in FIG. 10, compared to the case of the first big hit, the selection ratio of the probability variation big hits 2 and 4 that are the direct hits is increased in the case of the big hit after the second time. By doing so, the ratio of the probable change promotion effect in the case of a big hit after the second time may be reduced). According to such a configuration, when the game is continued for a long time, it is possible to prevent a situation where the user feels bored and loses interest, and the interest in the game can be improved.

  The present invention is applicable to a game such as a pachinko machine, and in particular, includes a variable display unit that variably displays a plurality of types of identification information that can be distinguished from each other and displays a display result, and is specified as the variable display unit. When the display result is derived and displayed, the specific gaming state is advantageous to the player, and when the predetermined transition condition is satisfied, the identification information is compared with the normal state after the specific gaming state ends. The present invention can be suitably applied to a gaming machine that is in a special gaming state in which a variable display result is likely to be a specific display result.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Pachinko machine 8 Special symbol display device 9 Presentation display device 14 Start prize opening 15 Variable prize winning device 31 Main board 78 Movable member 80 Production control board 100 Production control microcomputer 120 Operation button 560 Game control microcomputer

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A first variable display means for variably displaying a plurality of types of first identification information, each of which can be identified based on the passage of the game medium through the first start area , or for displaying the display result , or a game in the second start area When the specific display result is derived and displayed on the second variable display means for variably displaying a plurality of types of second identification information that can be identified based on the passage of the medium and deriving and displaying the display result, the player A gaming machine that is in an advantageous specific gaming state and that shifts to a special gaming state that is more likely to be in the specific gaming state than when it is in a normal state after the specific gaming state ends when a predetermined transition condition is satisfied. There,
Said first start-up area that the game medium has passed, or based on that the second start region game media passes, whether the whether said particular gaming state, to establish the predetermined shift condition or a, determines the door or the any of the specific game state of a plurality of types of game value is different, the first game medium starting area if the pre-Symbol game media a second start region passing through the in a case that has passed through, and pre-determining means for determining the one of the plurality of types the specific game state in different proportions,
A notification effect executing means for executing a notification effect for notifying whether it is determined that the predetermined transition condition is established by the prior determination means ;
The notification effect executing means includes
The notification effect is provided at any one of a plurality of types of timings including the variable display of the first identification information or the second identification information determined by the prior determination means as the specific gaming state and the specific gaming state. Run,
Wherein if it is determined that the game value is higher the specific gaming state by predetermination means, as compared with when it is determined that the game value is lower the specific game state by the predetermination means, A gaming machine characterized in that the notification effect is executed during the specific gaming state at a high rate .

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