JP5634496B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine, and more particularly to a gaming machine provided with a confirmation detecting means for confirming a gaming ball that has passed through a winning area.

  2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, in order to suppress an illegal act, for example, Patent Document 1 discloses a prize ball payout device for a pachinko gaming machine provided with a winning confirmation detector for confirming a gaming ball detected by a winning detector. Has been.

  Specifically, Patent Document 1 adds “1” by the counting means when the game ball is detected by the winning detector, and counts when the game ball is detected by the winning confirmation detector. "1" is subtracted by means. And patent document 1 is suppressing the act which passes a game ball illegally to a winning area by alert | reporting that when a count value becomes out of a predetermined numerical range.

JP 2000-262671 A

  By the way, in Patent Document 1, there is a possibility that the count value is out of a predetermined numerical range due to misdetection detection of a prize detector or a prize confirmation detector, for example, without causing fraud.

  In such a case, in Patent Document 1, for example, the count value must be reset each time the store is opened or closed in a hall where a gaming machine is installed, and the opening operation becomes complicated. There is a technical problem.

  In Patent Document 1, not only when opening a store or the like, but also when the count value is out of a predetermined numerical range due to misidentification detection or the like during sales, the count value must be reset each time. There is a technical problem of temporarily stopping the operation and reducing the operating rate.

  Accordingly, an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of improving work efficiency in view of the above-described conventional situation.

Game machine according to the present invention, a winning detecting means for detecting that the game medium has passed the winning area, game medium that has passed through the entering-prize area is detected by the entering-prize detecting means, the detected game media a check detecting means for detecting, counting means for counting the entering Prize medium number of detected game medium by the detecting means, and a medium number of detected game media by pre Symbol check detecting means, entering-prize detecting means have been counted value counted previous SL counting means the number of media game media, and before Symbol check detecting means counts counted previous SL counting means medium number of detected game media added or subtracted by detection by in the calculation value calculated calculation means for calculating, by the pre-Symbol calculating means Te, before Symbol counting means, is detected by the entering-prize detecting means by the detected pre Symbol confirmed detection means than the medium number of game media Play When the difference between the calculated value in the case where counting is larger medium number towards the number medium medium is out of the range of predetermined specified value, and notifying means for notifying to that effect, is calculated by the previous SL calculating means in the calculated value, before Symbol counting means has counted a medium number of clicks there are more medium detected game media by pre Symbol check detecting means than medium number of detected game media by the entering prize detecting means when the difference calculated value when it is within the range of the previous SL predetermined specified value, comprising reset means for resetting the calculated value, the calculated value calculated by the calculating means is supplied with backup power The reset means does not reset the calculated value stored in the storage means when the gaming machine main body is turned on, and does not reset the calculated value until a predetermined time elapses after the gaming machine body is turned on. When the difference of the stored computed values to the means is within the range of the predetermined specified value, characterized by resetting the stored calculated value in the storage means.

  According to the present invention, by resetting the calculated value calculated by the calculating means after a predetermined time has elapsed from a predetermined start condition, it is not necessary to reset the calculated value each time, and work efficiency can be improved. .

It is a front view of a gaming machine. It is a front view which shows typically the position of each detection switch of a gaming machine. It is a block diagram of the whole gaming machine. It is a figure which shows the main process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the timer interruption process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the input control process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the 1st start port detection switch input process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the special figure special electric control process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the special symbol memory | storage determination process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the classification of the command transmitted to a production | presentation control board from a main control board. It is a figure which shows the main process in an effect control board. It is a figure which shows the timer interruption process in an effect control board. It is a figure which shows the command analysis process 1 in an effect control board. It is a figure which shows the command analysis process 2 in an effect control board.

  Hereinafter, a gaming machine 1 according to an embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. First, the configuration of the gaming machine 1 of this embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 1 and 2. FIG. 1 is a front view of the gaming machine 1, and FIG. 2 is a front view schematically showing the position of each detection switch of the gaming machine 1.

  As illustrated in FIG. 1, the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment includes a gaming board 2 in which a gaming area 6 in which gaming balls flow down is formed. Further, the gaming machine 1 includes an operation handle 3 that launches a game ball toward the game area 6 by being rotated.

  Then, when the player touches the operation handle 3, a touch sensor (not shown) provided inside the operation handle 3 detects that the operation handle 3 and the player are in contact with each other, and the launch solenoid Allow energization of.

  Further, when the player rotates the operation handle 3, a firing volume (not shown) composed of a variable resistor directly connected to the operation handle 3 is also rotated, and the voltage supplied by the firing volume to a firing control board described later is variable. Let

  The launch control board energizes a launch solenoid, which is a rotary solenoid, based on a voltage varied by the launch volume. When the firing solenoid is energized, the launch member directly connected to the launch solenoid rotates, and the game ball stored at the end of the downward slope of the launch rail is launched by the launch member, and the game ball is launched. It will be.

  Then, when the launched game ball rises between the rails 5 a and 5 b from the launch rail and exceeds the ball return prevention piece 5 c, it reaches the game area 6 and then falls within the game area 6. At this time, the game ball falls unpredictably by a plurality of nails and windmills provided in the game area 6.

  The game area 6 is provided with a plurality of general winning ports 12. Each of these general winning ports 12 is provided with a general winning port detecting switch 12a. When the general winning port detecting switch 12a detects a winning of a game ball, a predetermined winning ball (for example, ten game balls) is provided. To be paid out.

  The game area 6 is provided with a normal symbol gate 13 that constitutes a normal area through which game balls can pass. The normal symbol gate 13 is provided with a gate detection switch 13a for detecting the passage of the game ball. When the gate detection switch 13a detects the passage of the game ball, a “normal symbol lottery” described later is performed. .

  In addition, the game area 6 is provided with a first start port 14, a second start port 15, a first grand prize port 16, and a second grand prize port 17. The second start port 15 has a movable piece 15b, and is movable-controlled to a first mode in which the movable piece 15b is maintained in a closed state and a second mode in which the movable piece 15b is in an open state. Is done. That is, when the movable piece 15b is controlled to the first mode, it is impossible to receive the game ball.

  On the other hand, when the movable piece 15b is controlled to the second mode, the movable piece 15b functions as a tray, and the winning of the game ball to the second start port 15 is facilitated. That is, when the second start port 15 is in the first mode, there is no game ball winning opportunity, and when it is in the second mode, the game ball winning opportunity is increased.

  The first big prize opening 16 has a first big prize opening / closing door 16b, and the first big prize opening / closing door 16b is erected on the game board surface side and buried in the game board surface. It is controlled to move to the closed state.

  When the first grand prize opening opening / closing door 16 b is erected on the game board surface side, it functions as a tray for guiding the game ball into the first big prize opening 16, and the game ball enters the first grand prize opening 16. You can enter the ball.

  The second grand prize opening 17 has a second big prize opening opening / closing piece 17b, and is controlled to move between an open state and a closed state by opening / closing the second big winning opening opening / closing piece 17b.

  The second grand prize opening opening / closing piece 17 b functions as a tray for guiding the game ball into the second big prize opening 17, and the game ball can enter the second big prize opening 17.

  Here, the first start port 14 is provided with a first start port detection switch 14a for detecting the entrance of a game ball, and the second start port 15 is provided with a second start port detection switch for detecting the entrance of a game ball. 15a is provided.

  When the first start port detection switch 14a or the second start port detection switch 15a detects the entrance of a game ball, a lottery for acquiring a right to execute a jackpot game, which will be described later (hereinafter referred to as a “hit lottery”), is performed. Is called.

  Note that even when the first start port detection switch 14a or the second start port detection switch 15a detects the entry of a game ball, a predetermined prize ball (for example, three game balls) is paid out.

  The first grand prize opening 16 is provided with a first big prize opening detection switch 16a. When the first big prize opening detection switch 16a detects the entry of a game ball, a predetermined prize ball is set. (For example, 15 game balls) are paid out.

  The second grand prize opening 17 is provided with a second big prize opening detection switch 17a. When the second big prize opening detection switch 17a detects the entry of a game ball, a predetermined prize ball is set. (For example, 15 game balls) are paid out.

  In addition, game balls that have not entered any of the first starting port 14, the second starting port 15, the first major winning port 16, and the second major winning port 17 are discharged to the bottom of the gaming area 6. For this purpose, an out port 11 is provided.

  In addition, an effect display device 31 including a liquid crystal display (LCD) or the like is provided in the center of the game area 6, and an effect drive device 33 is provided above the effect display device 31.

  In the present embodiment, the effect display device 31 is used as a liquid crystal display, but a display device such as a reel made of an annular structure, a so-called 7-segment LED, or a dot matrix may be used.

  The effect display device 31 displays an image during standby when no game is being performed, or displays an image according to the progress of the game. Among them, three effect symbols 36 for informing the jackpot lottery result, which will be described later, are displayed, and a combination of specific effect symbols 36 (for example, 777) is stopped and displayed as a jackpot lottery result. A big hit is announced.

  More specifically, when a game ball enters the first start port 14 or the second start port 15, the three effect symbols 36 are scroll-displayed, and the scroll is stopped after a predetermined time, The effect design 36 is stopped and displayed.

  Further, by displaying various images, characters, and the like during the variation display of the effect symbol 36, a high expectation that the player may win a big hit is given to the player.

  The effect driving device 33 gives a player a sense of expectation according to the operation mode. The effect drive device 33 gives various expectation to the player by, for example, the effect drive device 33 itself moving downward.

  Furthermore, in addition to the effect display device 31 and the effect drive device 33, the audio output device 32 outputs BGM (background music), SE (sound effect), etc., produces an effect by sound, and the effect illumination device 34. The lighting direction and the emission color of each lamp are changed to produce an effect by illumination.

  In the present embodiment, the effect display device 31 constitutes a notification means. However, the sound output device 32, the effect drive device, and the effect output device 32, the effect drive device 33, or the effect illumination device 34 are used. 33 or the lighting device for effect 34 may be used as the notification means.

  The effect button 35 is effective only when, for example, a message for operating the effect button 35 is displayed on the effect display device 31. The effect button 35 is provided with an effect button detection switch 35a. When the effect button detection switch 35a detects the player's operation, a further effect is executed according to this operation.

  In the lower right of the game area 6, a first special symbol display device 20, a second special symbol display device 21, a normal symbol display device 22, a first special symbol hold indicator 23, a second special symbol hold indicator 24, a normal A symbol hold indicator 25 is provided.

  The first special symbol display device 20 notifies a jackpot lottery result performed when a game ball enters the first start port 14, and is composed of 7-segment LEDs.

  That is, a plurality of special symbols corresponding to the jackpot lottery result are provided, and the lottery result is notified to the player by displaying the special symbol corresponding to the jackpot lottery result on the first special symbol display device 20. I am doing so.

  For example, “7” is displayed when the jackpot is won, and “−” is displayed when the player wins. “7” and “−” displayed in this way are special symbols, but these special symbols are not displayed immediately, but are displayed in a stopped state after being displayed for a predetermined time. .

  Here, the “successful lottery” means that when a game ball enters the first start port 14 or the second start port 15, a special symbol determination random value is acquired, and the acquired special symbol determination random value is acquired. Is a random number value corresponding to “big hit” or a random number value corresponding to “small hit”.

  The jackpot lottery result is not immediately notified to the player, and the first special symbol display device 20 displays a variation such as blinking of the special symbol, and when the predetermined variation time has passed, the jackpot lottery result The special symbol corresponding to is stopped and displayed so that the player is notified of the lottery result.

  The second special symbol display device 21 is for notifying a lottery result of a jackpot that is performed when a game ball enters the second start port 15, and the display mode is the above-described first display mode. This is the same as the special symbol display mode in the special symbol display device 20.

  Further, in this embodiment, “big hit” means that a right to win a big hit game is obtained in the big hit lottery performed on the condition that a game ball has entered the first start port 14 or the second start port 15 Say what you did.

  In the “big hit game”, the round game in which the first big prize opening 16 or the second big prize opening 17 is opened is performed 16 times in total. A predetermined time is set for the total opening time of the first big prize opening 16 or the second big prize opening 17 in each round game, and the first big prize opening 16 is reached during this time. Alternatively, when a predetermined number of game balls (for example, 9 balls) enter the second grand prize winning port 17, one round game is completed.

  In other words, the “big hit game” has a large number of prize balls since a game ball enters the first big prize opening 16 or the second big prize opening 17 and the player can acquire a prize ball corresponding to the winning ball. It is a game that can earn.

  The normal symbol display device 22 is for notifying the lottery result of the normal symbol that is performed when the game ball passes through the normal symbol gate 13. As will be described in detail later, when the winning symbol is won by the normal symbol lottery, the normal symbol display device 22 is turned on, and then the second start port 15 is controlled to the second mode for a predetermined time.

  Here, “normal symbol lottery” means that when a game ball passes through the normal symbol gate 13, the normal symbol determination random number value is acquired, and the acquired normal symbol determination random value corresponds to “winning”. This is a process for determining whether or not a random value.

  The lottery result of the normal symbol is not always notified immediately after the game ball passes through the normal symbol gate 13, but the normal symbol display device 22 displays a variation such as blinking of the normal symbol. When the fluctuation time elapses, the normal symbol corresponding to the lottery result of the normal symbol is stopped and displayed so that the player is notified of the lottery result.

  Furthermore, if a game ball enters the first start port 14 or the second start port 15 during special symbol fluctuation display or special game described later, and if the big hit lottery cannot be performed immediately, a certain condition The right to win a jackpot will be withheld.

  More specifically, the random number value for special symbol determination acquired when the game ball enters the first start port 14 is stored as the first hold, and when the game ball enters the second start port 15 The acquired special symbol determination random number value is stored as the second hold.

  For both of these holds, the upper limit hold number is set to 4, and the hold number is displayed on the first special symbol hold indicator 23 and the second special symbol hold indicator 24, respectively.

  When there is one first hold, the LED on the left side of the first special symbol hold indicator 23 lights up, and when there are two first holds, two LEDs on the first special symbol hold indicator 23 Lights up.

  In addition, when there are three first holds, the LED on the left side of the first special symbol hold indicator 23 blinks and the right LED is lit, and when there are four first holds, the first special symbol hold. Two LEDs on the display 23 blink. The second special symbol hold indicator 24 also displays the number of second hold on hold in the same manner as described above.

  The upper limit reserved number of normal symbols is also set to four, and the reserved number of normal symbols is displayed in the same manner as the first special symbol hold indicator 23 and the second special symbol hold indicator 24. Displayed on the instrument 25.

  Note that a main control board 110, an effect control board 120, a payout control board 130, a power supply board 170, a game information output terminal board 30, and the like are provided on the back surface of the gaming machine 1. The power supply board 170 is provided with a power plug 171 for supplying power to the gaming machine 1 and a power switch (not shown).

  Next, the position of each detection switch in the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. As illustrated in FIG. 2, on the back side of the game board 2, a general winning opening detection switch 12 a, a first starting opening detection switch 14 a, a second starting opening detection switch 15 a, a first big winning opening detection switch 16 a and a first A two-large winning opening detection switch 17a is provided.

  The general winning opening detecting switch 12a, the first starting opening detecting switch 14a, the second starting opening detecting switch 15a, the first large winning opening detecting switch 16a, and the second large winning opening detecting switch 17a are respectively provided with guide passages. Is provided.

  This guiding path passes through the general winning opening detection switch 12a, the first starting opening detection switch 14a, the second starting opening detection switch 15a, the first large winning opening detection switch 16a and the second large winning opening detection switch 17a. Is played to guide the winning confirmation detection switch 18a.

  The winning confirmation detection switch 18a has passed through the general winning opening detection switch 12a, the first starting opening detection switch 14a, the second starting opening detection switch 15a, the first large winning opening detection switch 16a, and the second large winning opening detection switch 17a. By detecting a game ball, these general winning opening detection switch 12a, first starting opening detection switch 14a, second starting opening detection switch 15a, first large winning opening detection switch 16a and second large winning opening detection switch 17a. It is confirmed that the game ball has passed.

  Next, the overall configuration of the control means for controlling the progress of the game in the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 3 is a block diagram of the entire gaming machine.

  The main control board 110 is a main control means for controlling the basic operation of the game, and receives various detection signals from the first start port detection switch 14a, etc., and opens and closes the first special symbol display device 20 and the first grand prize opening. The game is controlled by driving the solenoid 16c and the like.

  The main control board 110 includes at least a one-chip microcomputer 110m including a main CPU 110a, a main ROM 110b, and a main RAM 110c, an input port for main control, and an output port (not shown).

  The main control input port includes a payout control board 130, a general winning port detection switch 12a for detecting that a game ball has entered the general winning port 12, and a game ball having entered the normal symbol gate 13. Gate detection switch 13a to detect, first start port detection switch 14a to detect that a game ball has entered the first start port 14, and second start to detect that a game ball has entered the second start port 15 The mouth detection switch 15a, the first grand prize opening detection switch 16a that detects that a game ball has entered the first grand prize opening 16, and the second that detects that a game ball has entered the second grand prize opening 17 A prize winning detection switch 17a and a winning confirmation detection switch 18a for confirming that a game ball has entered the various detection switches are connected. Various signals are input to the main control board 110 through the main control input port.

  The main control output port has a payout control board 130, a start opening / closing solenoid 15c for opening / closing the movable piece 15b of the second start opening 15, and a first grand prize winning for operating the first big prize opening / closing door 16b. The opening / closing solenoid 16c, the second large winning port opening / closing solenoid 17c for operating the second large winning port opening / closing piece 17b, the first special symbol display device 20 and the second special symbol display device 21 for displaying special symbols, and the normal symbol are displayed. A normal symbol display device 22 for displaying, a first special symbol hold indicator 23 and a second special symbol hold indicator 24 for displaying the number of reserved balls of a special symbol, a normal symbol hold indicator 25 for displaying the number of reserved balls of a normal symbol, A game information output terminal board 30 for outputting an external information signal is connected. Various signals are output from the main control output port.

  The main CPU 110a reads out a program stored in the main ROM 110b based on an input signal from each detection switch or timer, performs arithmetic processing, directly controls each device or display, or determines the result of the arithmetic processing. In response, a command is transmitted to another board.

  The main ROM 110b of the main control board 110 stores a game control program and data and tables necessary for determining various games. For example, the main ROM 110b stores a jackpot determination table referred to in the jackpot lottery, a symbol determination table for determining a stop symbol of a special symbol, a variation pattern determination table for determining a variation pattern of a special symbol, and the like.

  Note that the above-described table is merely an example of characteristic tables among the tables in the present embodiment, and a number of other tables and programs (not shown) are provided for the progress of the game. ing.

  The main RAM 110c of the main control board 110 functions as a data work area during the arithmetic processing of the main CPU 110a and has a plurality of storage areas.

  For example, in the main RAM 110c, the normal symbol hold number (G) storage area, the normal symbol hold storage area, the first special symbol hold number (U1) storage area, the second special symbol hold number (U2) storage area, the first special hold Design random number value storage area, second special symbol random number value storage area, round game number (R) storage area, number of times released (K) storage area, number of winning games (C) storage area, game state storage area (high (Probability game flag storage area and short-time game flag storage area), high-probability game number counter, short-time number counter, stop symbol data storage area, effect transmission data storage area, special symbol time counter, special game timer counter, winning counter (D1) Various timer counters are provided.

  Note that the above-described storage area is merely an example, and many other storage areas are provided.

  The game information output terminal board 30 is a board for outputting an external information signal generated in the main control board 110 to a hall computer or the like of the game shop. The game information output terminal board 30 is connected to the main control board 110 by wiring, and is provided with a connector for connecting external information to a hall computer or the like of a game store.

  The power supply board 170 includes a backup power supply made of a capacitor, supplies a power supply voltage to the gaming machine 1, and monitors a power supply voltage supplied to the gaming machine 1, and when the power supply voltage becomes a predetermined value or less, An interruption detection signal is output to the main control board 110.

  More specifically, when the power interruption detection signal becomes high level, the main CPU 110a enters an operable state, and when the power interruption detection signal becomes low level, the main CPU 110a enters an operation stop state. The backup power source is not limited to a capacitor, and for example, a battery may be used, and a capacitor and a battery may be used in combination.

  The effect control board 120 mainly controls each effect such as during a game or standby. The effect control board 120 includes a sub CPU 120a, a sub ROM 120b, and a sub RAM 120c, and is connected to the main control board 110 so as to be communicable in one direction from the main control board 110 to the effect control board 120. .

  The sub CPU 120a reads out the program stored in the sub ROM 120b based on the command transmitted from the main control board 110 or the input signal from the effect button detection switch 35a and the timer, performs arithmetic processing, and performs the processing. Based on this, the corresponding data is transmitted to the lamp control board 140 or the image control board 150. The sub RAM 120c functions as a data work area during the arithmetic processing of the sub CPU 120a.

  For example, when the sub CPU 120a in the effect control board 120 receives the change pattern designation command indicating the change pattern of the special symbol from the main control board 110, the sub CPU 120a analyzes the content of the received change pattern designation command, produces the effect display device 31, and the sound. Data for causing the output device 32, the effect driving device 33, and the effect lighting device 34 to execute a predetermined effect is generated, and the data is transmitted to the image control board 150 and the lamp control board 140.

  The sub ROM 120b of the effect control board 120 stores a program for effect control, data necessary for determining various games, and a table. For example, an effect pattern determination table for determining an effect pattern based on a variation pattern designation command received from the main control board, an effect symbol determination table for determining a combination of effect symbols 36 to be stopped, and the like are stored in the sub ROM 120b. Has been.

  Note that the above-described table is merely an example of characteristic tables among the tables in the present embodiment, and a number of other tables and programs (not shown) are provided for the progress of the game. ing.

  The sub RAM 120c of the effect control board 120 has a plurality of storage areas. The sub RAM 120c is provided with a game state storage area, an effect mode storage area, an effect pattern storage area, an effect symbol storage area, a count counter, a firing operation information storage area, and the like. Note that the above-described storage area is merely an example, and many other storage areas are provided.

  The payout control board 130 performs game ball launch control and prize ball payout control. The payout control board 130 includes a one-chip microcomputer including a payout CPU, a payout ROM, and a payout RAM (not shown), and is connected to the main control board 110 so as to be capable of bidirectional communication.

  The payout CPU reads out a program stored in the payout ROM based on input signals from the payout ball count detection switch 132, the door opening switch 133, and the like for detecting whether or not the game ball has been paid out, and performs arithmetic processing. Based on this processing, the corresponding data is transmitted to the main control board 110.

  Further, a payout motor 131 of a prize ball payout device for paying out a predetermined number of prize balls from a game ball storage unit to a player is connected to the output side of the payout control board 130. The payout CPU reads out a predetermined program from the payout ROM based on the payout number designation command transmitted from the main control board 110, performs arithmetic processing, and controls the payout motor 131 of the prize ball payout device to execute a predetermined prize. Pay the ball to the player. At this time, the payout RAM functions as a data work area during the calculation processing of the payout CPU.

  The lamp control board 140 controls the lighting of the effect lighting device 34 provided on the game board 2 and controls the driving of the motor for changing the light irradiation direction. In addition, energization control is performed on a drive source such as a solenoid or a motor that operates the effect driving device 33.

  The lamp control board 140 is connected to the effect control board 120 and performs the above-described controls based on data transmitted from the effect control board 120.

  The image control board 150 includes an image CPU, control ROM, control RAM, VRAM, CGROM, and VDP (not shown) for performing image display control of the effect display device 31, and a sound CPU, sound ROM, and sound RAM.

  The image control board 150 is connected to the production control board 120 so as to be capable of bidirectional communication, and the production display device 31 and the audio output device 32 are connected to the output side thereof.

  The image CPU performs control to display a predetermined image on the VDP based on the command received from the effect control board 120. The control RAM functions as a data work area at the time of calculation processing of the image CPU, and temporarily stores data read from the control ROM.

  The control ROM stores a control processing program for the image CPU, an animation pattern for displaying an animation of the effect pattern, animation scene information, and the like.

  The CGROM stores a large number of image data such as effect symbols 36 and backgrounds displayed on the effect display device 31, and the image CPU reads a predetermined program based on a command transmitted from the effect control board 120, Predetermined image data stored in the CGROM is expanded in the VDP in the VRAM, and control is performed to display the image data expanded in the VRAM on the effect display device 31.

  The audio ROM stores a large amount of audio data output from the audio output device 32, and the audio CPU reads out a predetermined program based on a command transmitted from the effect control board 120 and Audio output control in the output device 32 is performed.

  The launch control board 160 performs launch control of the game ball. The launch control board 160 has a touch sensor 3a and a launch volume 3b connected to the input side, and a launch solenoid 4a and a ball feed solenoid 4b connected to the output side.

  In addition, the firing control board 160 inputs a touch signal from the touch sensor 3a and performs control to energize the firing solenoid 4a and the ball feeding solenoid 4b based on the voltage supplied from the firing volume 3b.

  The touch sensor 3a includes a capacitive proximity switch that uses a change in capacitance caused by the player touching the operation handle 3. When the touch sensor 3a detects that the player has touched the operation handle 3, the touch sensor 3a is fired. A touch signal for permitting energization of the firing solenoid 4a is output to the control board 160.

  The firing volume 3b is composed of a variable resistor, and a constant voltage (for example, 5V) applied to the firing volume 3b is divided by the variable resistor, and the divided voltage is supplied to the firing control board 160.

  The firing solenoid 4a is composed of a rotary solenoid, and a launching member 4c is directly connected to the launching solenoid 4a. When the firing solenoid 4a rotates, a game ball is launched by the launching member 4c. .

  Here, the rotation speed of the firing solenoid 4a is set to about 99.9 (times / minute) based on the frequency based on the output period of the crystal oscillator provided on the firing control board 160. As a result, the number of games played per minute is about 99.9 (pieces / minute) because one shot is fired every time the firing solenoid rotates. That is, one game ball is fired about every 0.6 seconds.

  The ball feed solenoid 4b is composed of a linear solenoid, and sends out the game balls in the tray 40 one by one toward the launch member 4c directly connected to the launch solenoid 4a.

(Description of gaming state)
Next, the gaming state when the game progresses will be described. In the present embodiment, there are “low probability gaming state” and “high probability gaming state” as states relating to the jackpot lottery, and “non-short-time gaming state” as states relating to the movable piece 15b of the second starting port 15. “Time-short game state”.

The state relating to the jackpot lottery (low probability gaming state, high probability gaming state) and the state relating to the movable piece 15b (non-short-time gaming state, short-time gaming state) can be associated with each other or can be made independent. it can. That means
(1) “Low probability gaming state” and “Time saving gaming state”
(2) “Low probability gaming state” and “non-temporary gaming state”
(3) “High probability gaming state” and “short time gaming state”
(4) It is possible to provide a “high probability gaming state” and a “non-temporary gaming state”.

  Note that the gaming state when the game is started, that is, the initial gaming state of the gaming machine 1 is a “low probability gaming state” and is set to a “non-short-time gaming state”. Is referred to as a “normal gaming state”.

  In the present embodiment, the “low probability gaming state” means that in the jackpot lottery performed on the condition that a game ball has entered the first starting port 14 or the second starting port 15, the winning probability of the jackpot is 1 / The game state set to 299.5. On the other hand, the “high probability gaming state” means a gaming state in which the jackpot winning probability is set to 1 / 29.95.

  Therefore, in the “high probability gaming state”, it is easier to win a jackpot than in the “low probability gaming state”. Note that a high-probability game flag, which will be described later, is set in this high-probability game state, and the high-probability game flag is off in the low-probability game state. Further, the low probability gaming state is changed to the high probability gaming state after the jackpot game described later is finished.

  In the present embodiment, the “non-short game state” means that, in a normal symbol lottery performed on condition that a game ball has passed through the normal symbol gate 13, the variation time of the normal symbol corresponding to the lottery result is 29 seconds. And a game state in which the opening control time of the second start port 15 is set to be as short as 0.2 seconds.

  That is, when the game ball passes through the normal symbol gate 13, the normal symbol is drawn, and the normal symbol display device 22 displays the fluctuation of the normal symbol, but the normal symbol is displayed 29 seconds after the fluctuation display is started. Stop display later. If the lottery result is a win, the second start port 15 is controlled to the second mode for about 0.2 seconds after the normal symbol stop display.

  On the other hand, the “short-time gaming state” means that the normal symbol variation time corresponding to the lottery result is 3 seconds in the normal symbol lottery performed on condition that the game ball has passed through the normal symbol gate 13. , A game that is set shorter than the “non-short game state”, and the opening control time of the second start port 15 when winning in the win is 3.5 seconds, which is set longer than the “non-short game state” State.

  Further, in the “non-short game state”, the probability of winning in the normal symbol lottery is set to 1/65536, and in the “short time game state”, the probability of winning in the normal symbol lottery is set to 65535/65536. Is set. At this time, the short-time game flag, which will be described later, is set in the short-time game state, and the short-time game flag is off in the non-short-time game state.

  Therefore, in the “short-time gaming state”, the second starting port 15 is more easily controlled to the second mode as long as the game ball passes through the normal symbol gate 13 than in the “non-short-time gaming state”. Thereby, in the “short-time gaming state”, the player can advance the game without consuming the game ball.

  Note that the probability of winning in the normal symbol lottery may be set so that it does not change in any of the “non-short-time gaming state” and the “short-time gaming state”.

(Description of jackpot type)
In the present embodiment, “long hit” in which the first grand prize opening 16 or the second big prize opening 17 is opened with a long opening time, and the first big winning opening 16 or the second big prize opening 17 in a short opening time. There are two types of “big hits” with “short hits” to be opened and one type of “small hits”. In the present embodiment, “big hit” and “small win” are collectively referred to as “special game”.

  In the present embodiment, “long win” means that a big win is won in the jackpot lottery performed on condition that a game ball has entered the first start port 14 or the second start port 15 and corresponds to the long hit. A game executed when a special symbol is determined.

  In “long win”, the round game in which the first grand prize winning opening 16 or the second big winning prize opening 17 is opened is performed 16 times in total. The maximum opening time of the first grand prize port 16 or the second grand prize port 17 in each round game is set to a maximum of 29.5 seconds. During this period, the first grand prize port 16 or the second grand prize port 17 is defined. When the number (9) of game balls enter, one round game is completed.

  In other words, “long win” means that a game ball enters the first grand prize opening 16 or the second big prize opening 17 and a player can acquire a prize ball according to the winning ball. It is a special game that can earn.

  In this embodiment, “short win” means winning a big hit in the big win lottery performed on the condition that a game ball has entered the first start port 14 or the second start port 15 and corresponding to the short win A game executed when a special symbol is determined.

  In “short win”, the round game in which the first grand prize winning opening 16 or the second big winning prize opening 17 is opened is performed 16 times in total. The maximum opening time of the first grand prize opening 16 or the second big prize opening 17 in each round game is set to a maximum of 0.052 seconds, and the launch time (about 0.6 Seconds).

  During this time, when a prescribed number (9) of game balls enter the first grand prize opening 16 or the second grand prize opening 17, one round game is completed. Since the opening time of the mouth 17 is extremely short, a game ball hardly enters. That is, “short win” is a special game in which it is difficult to obtain a prize ball unlike “long win”.

  In the present embodiment, “small hit” means that the right to play a small hit game is obtained in the big win lottery performed on the condition that a game ball has entered the first start port 14 or the second start port 15 A game that is executed in the event of a game.

  Also in the “small winning”, the first big winning opening 16 or the second big winning opening 17 is opened 16 times as in the above “short winning”. At this time, the opening time, opening / closing timing, and opening / closing mode of the first big winning opening 16 or the second big winning opening 17 are the same as the above “short win”, or the player has “small win” and “short win”. It is set to approximate to the extent that it is impossible or difficult to distinguish.

  Next, the progress of the game in the gaming machine 1 will be described using a flowchart.

(Main processing of main control board)
The main process of the main control board 110 will be described with reference to FIG. When power is supplied from the power supply board 170, the main CPU 110a generates a system reset in the main CPU 110a and performs the following main processing.

  In step S10, the main CPU 110a performs an initialization process. In this process, the main CPU 110a reads a startup program from the main ROM 110b and initializes a flag stored in the main RAM 110c in response to power-on.

  In step S11, the main CPU 110a permits RAM access.

  In step S12, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not a RAM clear detection switch has been input. In this process, if the main CPU 110a determines that the RAM clear detection switch has been input, the process proceeds to step S13.

  On the other hand, in this process, when the main CPU 110a determines that the RAM clear detection switch is not input, the process proceeds to step S14.

  In step S13, the main CPU 110a executes a RAM clear. In this embodiment, in this process, the main CPU 110a does not clear a winning counter (D1) value described later.

  In step S14, the main CPU 110a turns on the power-on flag in response to power-on.

  In step S15, the main CPU 110a sets a CTC cycle.

  In step S20, the main CPU 110a performs an effect random number update process for updating the reach determination random number value and the special figure variation random value for determining the variation mode (variation time) of the special symbol.

  In step S30, the main CPU 110a updates the initial random number value for special symbol determination, the initial random number value for big hit symbol, the initial random number value for small bonus symbol, and the initial random number value for normal symbol determination. Thereafter, the processes of step S20 and step S30 are repeated until a predetermined interrupt process is performed.

(Timer interrupt processing of main control board)
The timer interrupt process of the main control board 110 will be described with reference to FIG.

  A clock pulse is generated every predetermined period (4 milliseconds) by the reset clock pulse generation circuit provided on the main control board 110, thereby executing a timer interrupt process described below.

  First, in step S100, the main CPU 110a saves the information stored in the register of the main CPU 110a to the stack area.

  In step S110, the main CPU 110a updates the special symbol time counter, updates the special game timer counter such as the opening time of the special electric accessory, updates the normal symbol time counter, and updates the normal open time counter. A time control process for updating various timer counters is performed. Specifically, a process of subtracting 1 from a special symbol time counter, a special game timer counter, a normal symbol time counter, and a general electricity open time counter is performed.

  In step S120, the main CPU 110a performs a random number update process for the special symbol determination random number value, the big hit symbol random number value, the small hit symbol random number value, and the normal symbol determination random number value.

  Specifically, each random number value and random number counter are updated by adding +1. When the added random number counter exceeds the maximum value in the random number range (when the random number counter makes one revolution), the random number counter is returned to 0, and each random number value is newly updated from the initial random number value at that time. .

  In step S130, as in step S30, the main CPU 110a updates the initial random number value for special symbol determination, the initial random number value for jackpot symbol, the initial random number value for small bonus symbol, and the initial random number value for normal symbol determination. Perform numerical value update processing.

  In step S200, the main CPU 110a performs input control processing. In this process, the main CPU 110a uses various switches such as a first big prize opening detection switch 16a, a second big prize opening detection switch 17a, a first starting opening detection switch 14a, a second starting opening detection switch 15a, and a gate detection switch 13a. It is determined whether or not there is an input. If there is an input, input control processing for setting predetermined data is performed. Details will be described later with reference to FIG.

  In step S300, the main CPU 110a performs a special drawing special electric control process for controlling the jackpot lottery, the special electric accessory, and the gaming state. Details will be described later with reference to FIG.

  In step S400, the main CPU 110a performs a normal / normal power control process for controlling the normal symbol lottery and the normal electric accessory.

  Specifically, it is first determined whether or not 1 or more data is set in the normal symbol hold count (G) storage area, and 1 or more data must be set in the normal symbol hold count (G) storage area. If this is the case, the current ordinary power transmission control process is terminated.

  If 1 or more data is set in the normal symbol holding number (G) storage area, after subtracting 1 from the value stored in the normal symbol holding number (G) storage area, the data is in the normal symbol holding storage area. The normal symbol determination random numbers stored in the first storage unit to the fourth storage unit are shifted to the previous storage unit. At this time, the normal symbol determination random value already written in the 0th storage unit is overwritten and erased.

  Then, referring to the hit determination table, a process is performed to determine whether or not the normal symbol determination random number value stored in the 0th storage unit of the normal symbol hold storage area is a random value corresponding to “win”. Thereafter, the normal symbol display device 22 displays the fluctuation of the normal symbol. When the fluctuation time of the normal symbol elapses, the normal symbol corresponding to the result of the normal symbol lottery is stopped and displayed. If the random number for normal symbol determination referred to is “winning”, the start opening / closing solenoid 15c is driven to control the second start opening 15 to the second mode for a predetermined opening time.

  Here, in the non-short-time gaming state, the variation time of the normal symbol is set to 29 seconds, and if it is “winning”, the second start port 15 is controlled to the second mode for 0.2 seconds. On the other hand, in the short-time gaming state, the normal symbol variation time is set to 0.2 seconds, and if it is “winning”, the second start port 15 is controlled to the second mode for 3.5 seconds. .

  In step S500, the main CPU 110a performs a payout control process. In this payout control process, the main CPU 110a refers to each prize ball counter, generates payout number designation commands corresponding to various winning ports, and transmits the generated payout number designation commands to the payout control board 130. To do.

  In step S600, the main CPU 110a, external information data, start opening / closing solenoid data, first big prize opening opening / closing solenoid data, second big prize opening opening / closing solenoid data, special symbol display device data, normal symbol display device data, number of stored Performs data creation for the specified command.

  In step S700, the main CPU 110a performs output control processing. In this process, a port output control process is performed for outputting the signals of the external information data, start port opening / closing solenoid data, first big prize opening / closing solenoid data, and second big prize opening / closing solenoid data created in S600.

  The special symbol display device data and the normal symbol display device data created in S600 are used to turn on the LEDs of the first special symbol display device 20, the second special symbol display device 21 and the normal symbol display device 22. Display device output processing is performed.

  Further, command transmission processing for transmitting the command set in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c to the effect control board 120 is also performed. The types of various commands transmitted to the effect control board 120 will be described later with reference to FIG.

  In step S800, the main CPU 110a restores the information saved in step S100 to the register of the main CPU 110a.

(Input control processing of main control board)
The input control processing of the main control board 110 will be described using FIG.

  In step S210, the main CPU 110a performs a general winning opening detection switch input process. In this general winning opening detection switch input process, it is determined whether or not a detection signal is input from the general winning opening detection switch. If there is no input of a detection signal from the general winning opening detection switch, the processing is moved to the next step as it is. On the other hand, when a detection signal is input from the general winning a prize opening detection switch, predetermined data is added to the award winning ball counter for the general winning opening and updated, and then the process proceeds to the next step.

  In step S220, the main CPU 110a performs a special winning opening detection switch input process. In this special winning opening detection switch input process, it is determined whether or not a detection signal is input from the first large winning opening detection switch 16a or the second large winning opening detection switch 17a.

  If there is no input of a detection signal from the first big prize opening detection switch 16a or the second big prize opening detection switch 17a, the process proceeds to the next step as it is. On the other hand, when the detection signal from the first grand prize opening detection switch 16a or the second big prize opening detection switch 17a is input, the prize ball counter for the big prize opening is added and updated, After updating by adding 1 to the large winning opening number of balls (C) storage area for counting the game balls won in the first large winning opening 16 or the second large winning opening 17, the next step is processed. Move.

  In step S230, the main CPU 110a performs a first start port detection switch input process. In the first start port detection switch input process, it is determined whether or not a detection signal is input from the first start port detection switch 14a.

  If no detection signal is input from the first start port detection switch 14a, the process proceeds to the next step. On the other hand, when a detection signal is input from the first start port detection switch 14a, first, predetermined data is added to the prize ball counter for the first start port.

  Then, a first start port winning designation command is generated, and the generated first start port winning specifying command is set in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c. Next, if the data set in the first special symbol hold count (U1) storage area is less than 4, 1 is added to the first special symbol hold count (U1) storage area, and the special symbol determination random value , A jackpot symbol random number value, a small bonus symbol random number value, a reach determination random number value, and a special symbol variation random number value are acquired, and the obtained various random number values are stored in the first special symbol random number value storage area. After storing in the unit (the 0th storage unit to the fourth storage unit), the processing is moved to the next step.

  In the present embodiment, when a game ball is won at the first start port 14, a process for adding a prize ball counter to pay out a predetermined prize ball and / or a random number value for special symbol determination is acquired. The main CPU 110a that performs processing for storing the acquired random number value in the first special symbol random value storage area constitutes a privilege granting unit. The first start port detection switch input process will be described later with reference to FIG.

  In step S240, the main CPU 110a performs a second start port detection switch input process. In the second start port detection switch input process, it is determined whether or not a detection signal is input from the second start port detection switch 15a.

  If there is no detection signal input from the second start port detection switch 15a, the process proceeds to the next step. On the other hand, when a detection signal is input from the second start port detection switch 15a, first, predetermined data is added to the prize ball counter for the second start port.

  Then, a second start opening prize designation command is generated, and the generated second start opening prize designation command is set in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c. Next, if the data set in the second special symbol hold count (U2) storage area is less than 4, 1 is added to the second special symbol hold count (U2) storage area, and the special symbol determination random number value , A jackpot symbol random number value, a small bonus symbol random number value, a reach determination random number value, and a special symbol variation random number value are acquired, and the obtained various random number values are stored in the second special symbol random number value storage area. After storing in the unit (the 0th storage unit to the fourth storage unit), the processing is moved to the next step.

  In step S250, the main CPU 110a performs gate detection switch input processing. In this gate detection switch input process, it is determined whether or not a detection signal is input from the gate detection switch 13a.

  If no detection signal is input from the gate detection switch 13a, the process proceeds to the next step. On the other hand, when a detection signal is input from the gate detection switch 13a, a gate passage designation command is generated, and the generated gate passage designation command is set in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c.

  Next, if the data set in the normal symbol holding number (G) storage area is less than 4, add 1 to the normal symbol holding number (G) storage area to obtain a normal symbol determination random number value. Then, after storing the acquired normal symbol determination random number value in a predetermined storage unit (the 0th storage unit to the fourth storage unit) in the normal symbol holding storage area, the input control process is terminated.

(First start port detection switch input process)
Next, the first start port detection switch input process of the main control board 110 will be described with reference to FIG. In this process, the main CPU 110a acquires various random values on condition that a game ball enters the first start port 14.

  In this process, the main CPU 110a includes a winning confirmation detection switch 18a for confirming that a game ball has been detected in the first start port detection switch 14a, and determines whether or not an illegal act has been performed. Further, in this process, the main CPU 110a determines whether it is an illegal act or a misperception detection.

  In step S230-1, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not a first start port detection switch signal has been input. In this process, when the main CPU 110a determines that the first start port detection switch signal has been input, the process proceeds to step S230-2.

  On the other hand, in this process, the main CPU 110a moves the process to step S230-6 when the first start port detection switch signal is not input.

  In step S230-2, the main CPU 110a updates the winning counter (D1). Specifically, in this process, the main CPU 110a adds “1” to the winning counter (D1) and stores it.

  In this process, the main CPU 110a adds “1” to the winning counter (D1) and stores it. However, in step S230-7 described later, the main CPU 110a adds “1” to the winning counter (D1). In the case of storing, “1” may be subtracted from the winning counter (D1) and stored.

  In step S230-3, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the number of reservations set in the first special symbol reservation number (U1) storage area is less than four.

  In this process, the main CPU 110a moves the process to step S230-4 when the number of reservations set in the first special symbol reservation number (U1) storage area is less than four.

  On the other hand, in this process, the main CPU 110a moves the process to step S230-6 when the number of reservations set in the first special symbol reservation number (U1) storage area is not less than 4.

  In step S230-4, the main CPU 110a adds "1" to the first special symbol reservation number (U1) storage area and stores it.

  In step S230-5, the main CPU 110a obtains various random numbers, searches for a free storage unit in order from the first storage unit in the first special symbol storage area, and acquires it in the free storage unit. The various random values are stored.

  In this process, the main CPU 110a obtains a special symbol determination random number value, a big hit symbol random number value, a small hit symbol random number value, an effect random number value, and the like as various random number values. Search for the free storage units in order from the first storage unit in the symbol storage area, and the special symbol determination random number value, jackpot symbol random number value, small hit symbol random number value obtained in the empty storage unit Stores random values and the like.

  In step S230-6, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not a winning confirmation detection switch signal has been input. In this process, if the main CPU 110a determines that a winning confirmation detection switch signal has been input, the process proceeds to step S230-7.

  On the other hand, in this process, when the main CPU 110a determines that the winning confirmation detection switch signal is not input, the process proceeds to step S230-8.

  In step S230-7, the main CPU 110a updates the winning counter (D1). Specifically, in this process, the main CPU 110a subtracts “1” from the winning counter (D1) and stores it.

  In this process, the main CPU 110a subtracts “1” from the winning counter (D1) and stores it, but in step S230-2 described above, subtracts “1” from the winning counter (D1). In the case of storing, “1” may be added to the winning counter (D1) and stored.

  In step S230-8, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the winning counter (D1) value updated in steps S230-2 and S230-7 is larger than a predetermined winning counter (Dx) value.

  In this process, when the winning counter (D1) value updated in steps S230-2 and S230-7 is larger than a predetermined winning counter (Dx) value, the main CPU 110a, as will be described later, The fact is notified.

  In this process, when the main CPU 110a determines that the winning counter (D1) value updated in steps S230-2 and S230-7 is greater than a predetermined winning counter (Dx) value, The processing is moved to S230-9.

  On the other hand, in this process, the main CPU 110a determines that the winning counter (D1) value updated in steps S230-2 and S230-7 is not larger than the predetermined winning counter (Dx) value, that is, smaller. In that case, the process proceeds to step S230-10.

  In step S230-9, the main CPU 110a sets an error sphere information designation command. That is, in this process, if it is determined in step S230-8 that the winning counter (D1) value is larger than the predetermined winning counter (Dx) value, the main CPU 110a sets an error ball information designation command. The sub CPU 120a gives notification to that effect.

  In step S230-10, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the power-on flag set in step S11 in the main process of the main control board 110 is ON.

  In this process, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the power-on flag is ON. However, if the power-on flag is ON, hereinafter, in steps S230-11 to S230-14 Then, a process of determining whether or not to reset the winning counter (D1) updated in the above steps S230-2 and S230-7 is performed.

  On the other hand, in this process, when the power-on flag is not ON, that is, when it is OFF, the main CPU 110a does not reset the winning counter (D1) and ends the current first start port detection switch input process. .

  In step S230-11, the main CPU 110a refers to the CTC cycle set in step S15.

  In step S230-12, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not a predetermined time has elapsed since the power-on flag was turned on, that is, since the power was turned on, based on the CTC cycle referred to in step S230-11. Determine whether.

  In this process, when the main CPU 110a determines that a predetermined time has elapsed since the power was turned on, the main CPU 110a moves the process to step S230-13. On the other hand, in this process, when the main CPU 110a determines that the predetermined time has not elapsed since the power was turned on, the current first start port detection switch input process is terminated.

  In step S230-13, the main CPU 110a resets the winning counter (D1). That is, in this process, the main CPU 110a sets “0” in the winning counter (D1) and stores it.

  In step S230-14, the main CPU 110a turns off the power-on flag.

  As described above, in this embodiment, the winning counter (D1) value can be reset when the power is turned on, not when the RAM is cleared. In this embodiment, the winning counter (D1) value is not reset immediately when the power is turned on, but can be reset after a predetermined time has elapsed since the power is turned on.

  As a result, in this embodiment, even if the winning counter (D1) value is updated due to detection of false positives, the resetting is enabled when the power is turned on, not when the RAM is cleared. It is possible to improve work efficiency and work efficiency during sales.

  Further, in the present embodiment, as described above, even if the winning counter (D1) value is updated due to detection of misrecognition, it is reset when the power is turned on, so that it is possible to suppress a reduction in operating rate. become.

  In this embodiment, as described above, the winning counter (D1) value can be reset when the power is turned on. However, the value is not reset immediately on the condition that the power is turned on. It will reset later.

  For this reason, in this embodiment, every time the power is turned on, fraudulent acts are prevented from being performed, so that the reduction of the countermeasure level against fraudulent acts is suppressed.

  More specifically, if the winning counter (D1) value is reset each time the power is turned on, an illegal act is performed until the winning counter (D1) value reaches a predetermined winning counter (Dx) value.

  For example, if the prize counter (D1) value is reset each time the power is turned on, the prize counter (D1) value is reset at the time of opening the store, and there is a possibility that fraudulent acts may be performed every day at the time of opening the store. is there.

  On the other hand, in the present embodiment, as described above, the resetting is not performed immediately on condition that the power is turned on, but after a predetermined time has elapsed.

  Therefore, in this embodiment, the work efficiency in the amusement store can be improved without reducing the level of countermeasures against fraud.

(Special figure special electric control processing of main control board)
With reference to FIG. 8, the special figure special power control process of the main control board 110 will be described.

  First, in step S301, the value of the special figure special electricity processing data is loaded, the branch address is referred to from the special figure special electric treatment data loaded in step S302, and if the special figure special electric treatment data = 0, the special symbol memory determination process (step The process proceeds to S310). If the special symbol special power processing data = 1, the process proceeds to the special symbol variation processing (step S320). If the special symbol special power processing data = 2, the special symbol stop processing (step S330) is performed. If special figure special electric processing data = 3, the process moves to jackpot game processing (step S340), and if special figure special electric processing data = 4, the process moves to big hit game end processing (step S350). If special electric processing data = 5, the processing is shifted to the small hit game processing (step S360).

  This “special drawing special electricity processing data” is set as necessary in each subroutine of the special figure special electricity control processing as will be described later, so that the subroutine necessary for the game is appropriately processed. .

  In the special symbol memory determination process in step S310, the main CPU 110a performs a process of determining a jackpot and determining a special symbol to be stopped and displayed. Here, the specific contents of the special symbol memory determination process will be described with reference to FIG. 8 to FIG.

(Special symbol memory judgment processing of the main control board)
FIG. 9 is a diagram showing a special symbol memory determination process of the main control board 110.

  First, in step S311, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not one or more data is set in the first special symbol hold count (U1) storage area or the second special symbol hold count (U2) storage area.

  If one or more data is not set in any storage area of the first special symbol hold count (U1) storage area or the second special symbol hold count (U2) storage area, the special figure special electricity processing data = 0. The special symbol variation process of this time is terminated while holding.

  On the other hand, if one or more data is set in the first special symbol hold count (U1) storage area or the second special symbol hold count (U2) storage area, the process proceeds to step S312.

  In step S312, the main CPU 110a performs a jackpot determination process. Specifically, when one or more data is set in the second special symbol hold count (U2) storage area, 1 is calculated from the value stored in the second special symbol hold count (U2) storage area. After the subtraction, the various random numbers stored in the first to fourth storage units in the second special symbol random number storage area are shifted to the previous storage unit.

  At this time, various random values already written in the 0th storage unit are overwritten and deleted. Then, referring to the jackpot determination table, whether the special symbol determination random number value stored in the 0th storage unit of the second special symbol random value storage area is a random value corresponding to “big hit” or “small hit” It is determined whether it is a random value corresponding to.

  In addition, when one or more data is not set in the second special symbol hold number (U2) storage area and one or more data is set in the first special symbol hold number (U1) storage area, Various random numbers stored in the first to fourth storage units in the first special symbol random number storage area after subtracting 1 from the value stored in the first special symbol hold number (U1) storage area Is shifted to the previous storage unit.

  Also at this time, various random numbers already written in the 0th storage unit are overwritten and deleted. Then, referring to the jackpot determination table, whether the special symbol determination random number value stored in the 0th storage unit of the first special symbol random number storage area is a random value corresponding to “big hit” or “small hit” It is determined whether it is a random value corresponding to.

  In step S313, the main CPU 110a performs a special symbol determination process for determining the type of special symbol to be stopped and displayed. In this special symbol determination process, when it is determined as “big hit” in the jackpot determination process (step S312), the symbol determination table is referred to and stored in the 0th storage unit of the first special symbol random value storage area. The jackpot symbol is determined based on the jackpot symbol random value.

  In addition, when it is determined as “small hit” in the big hit determination process (step S312), the small hit stored in the 0th storage unit of the first special symbol random value storage area with reference to the symbol determination table. The small hit symbol is determined based on the symbol random number.

  If it is determined that the game has been “lost” in the jackpot determination process (step S312), the lost symbol is determined with reference to the symbol determination table. Then, stop symbol data corresponding to the determined special symbol is stored in the stop symbol data storage area.

  In step S314, the main CPU 110a performs special symbol variation time determination processing. Specifically, referring to the variation pattern determination table, based on the reach determination random number value and the special diagram variation random value stored in the 0th storage unit of the first special symbol random value storage area, the special symbol Determine the variation pattern. Thereafter, the variation time of the special symbol corresponding to the determined variation pattern of the special symbol is determined. Then, a process of setting a counter corresponding to the determined variation time of the special symbol in the special symbol time counter is performed.

  In step S315, the main CPU 110a sets variable display data for causing the first special symbol display device 20 or the second special symbol display device 21 to perform variable symbol display (LED blinking) in a predetermined processing area. . As a result, when the variable display data is set in the predetermined processing area, the LED lighting / extinguishing data is appropriately created in step S600, and the created data is output in step S700. Variation display of the special symbol display device 20 or the second special symbol display device 21 is performed.

  In step S316, the main CPU 110a sets the special symbol special electricity processing data = 0 to the special symbol special electric treatment data = 1, prepares to move to the special symbol variation processing subroutine, and ends the special symbol memory determination processing.

Again, the description of the special figure special electric control process shown in FIG. 8 will be returned.
In the special symbol variation process of step S320, the main CPU 110a performs a process of determining whether or not the variation time of the special symbol has elapsed. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the variation time of the special symbol determined in step S314 has passed (special symbol time counter = 0), and if it is determined that the variation time has not elapsed, The special symbol variation process of this time is terminated while maintaining the special electric processing data = 1. Note that the special symbol variation time counter set in step S314 is subtracted in step S110.

  If it is determined that the fluctuation time has elapsed, the special symbol determined in step S313 is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 20 or the second special symbol display device 21. Thereby, the special symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 20 or the second special symbol display device 21, and the player is notified of the jackpot determination result.

  Also, when the number of time reductions> 0, 1 is subtracted from the time reduction number counter and updated. When the number of time reductions = 0, the time reduction game flag is cleared, and when the number of high probability games> 0, 1 When the number of high probability games is 0, the high probability game flag is cleared.

  Finally, the special symbol special power processing data = 1 is set to the special symbol special power processing data = 2, preparation is made to move to a special symbol stop processing subroutine, and the special symbol variation processing is terminated.

  In the special symbol stop process in step S330, the main CPU 110a performs a process of determining whether the special symbol that is stopped and displayed is a “big hit symbol”, a “small bonus symbol”, or a “losing symbol”. Do.

  When the jackpot symbol is determined, the data stored in the game state storage area is cleared, and the special chart special power processing data = 2 is set to the special chart special power processing data = 3. The preparation for moving to the subroutine is completed, and the special symbol stop process is terminated.

  In addition, when it is determined that the small winning symbol, the data stored in the game state storage area is not cleared, and the special figure special electric processing data = 2 to the special figure special electric treatment data = 5 is set. The special symbol stop process is completed by making preparations for transferring to a winning game process subroutine.

  On the other hand, if it is determined that the symbol is a lost symbol, the special symbol special electric processing data = 2 is set to special special electric symbol processing data = 0, and the special symbol memory determination processing subroutine is prepared for the special symbol stop processing. finish.

  In the jackpot game process of step S340, the main CPU 110a determines which jackpot of the long hit or short hit is to be executed, and performs a process of controlling the determined jackpot. Specifically, the jackpot release mode is determined based on the type of jackpot symbol (stop symbol data) determined in step S313.

  Next, in order to execute the determined jackpot opening mode, an opening time corresponding to the type of jackpot is set in the special game timer counter, and the first big winning opening opening / closing solenoid 16c (or the second big winning opening opening / closing solenoid) is set. 17c) is output to open the first big prize opening / closing door 16b (or the second big prize opening opening / closing piece 17b). At this time, 1 is added to the round game count (R) storage area.

  When a specified number of game balls enter during the opening or when the opening time of the grand prize opening has elapsed (the number of the big prize opening (C) = 9 or the special game timer counter = 0), The output of the drive data of the big prize opening / closing solenoid 16c (or the second big prize opening / closing solenoid 17c) is stopped and the first big prize opening / closing door 16b (or the second big prize opening / closing piece 17b) is closed. Thereby, one round game is completed. This round game control is repeated 16 times.

  When the 16 round games are completed (round game count (R) = 16), the data stored in the round game count (R) storage area and the number of winning prize entrance (C) storage areas are cleared, The special figure special electric processing data = 3 is set to the special figure special electric treatment data = 4, preparation is made to move to the big hit game end processing subroutine, and the big hit game processing is ended. In the present embodiment, the main CPU 110a that performs the jackpot game process shown in step S340 constitutes a special game control means.

  In the big hit game ending process in step S350, the main CPU 110a determines the probability gaming state of either the high probability gaming state or the low probability gaming state, and changes the gaming state of either the short-time gaming state or the non-short-time gaming state. Perform the decision process.

  Specifically, based on the type of jackpot symbol (stop symbol data) determined in step S313 above, the setting of the high probability game flag, the setting of the high probability game count, the setting of the short-time game flag, Settings are made.

  After that, the special symbol special power processing data = 4 is set to the special symbol special power processing data = 0, and preparation for moving to the special symbol memory determination processing subroutine is made, and the big hit game end processing is ended.

  In the present embodiment, the main CPU 110a that performs the jackpot game end process shown in step S350 for determining the game state constitutes the game state determination means.

  In the small hit game processing in step S360, the main CPU 110a determines the small hit release mode based on the type of small hit symbol (stop symbol data) determined in step S313.

  Next, in order to execute the determined small hit opening mode, the small hit opening time is set in the special game timer counter, and the driving data of the second big winning opening / closing solenoid 17c is output to output the second big winning prize. The mouth opening / closing piece 17b is opened. At this time, 1 is added to the number-of-releases (K) storage area.

  When the small winning opening time elapses (special game timer counter = 0), the output of the drive data of the second big prize opening / closing solenoid 17c is stopped and the second big prize opening opening / closing piece 17b is closed. The opening / closing control of the second big prize opening opening / closing piece 17b is repeated 16 times.

  Then, the opening / closing control of the first grand prize opening / closing door 16b (or the second grand prize opening opening / closing piece 17b) is performed 16 times, or the first grand prize opening 16 (or the second grand prize opening 17) has a predetermined number of pieces. When a game ball enters (the number of times of opening (K) = 16 or the number of balls received in the big prize opening (C) = 9), the first big prize opening opening / closing solenoid 16c (or the first number) The output of the driving data of the two major winning opening / closing solenoids 17c) is stopped, the data stored in the number-of-opening (K) storage area and the number of the winning prize opening winning (C) storage areas are cleared, and The processing data = 5 is set to the special symbol special electric processing data = 0, preparation is made to move to the special symbol memory determination processing subroutine, and the small hit game processing is ended.

  In the present embodiment, the main CPU 110a that performs the special figure special electricity control process constitutes the gaming state control means. In addition, the main CPU 110a that performs the jackpot game process in step S340 or the general power control process in step S400 constitutes a variable winning device control means.

(Command explanation)
The types of commands transmitted from the main control board 110, which are not described in the flowchart of the main control board 110 to the effect control board 120, will be described with reference to FIG.

  The command transmitted from the main control board 110 to the production control board 120 is composed of 1-byte data, and 1-byte MODE information for identifying the control command classification and the control command to be executed. And 1-byte DATA information indicating the contents of.

  The “designation designating command” indicates the type of the special symbol that is stopped and displayed, “MODE” is set as “E0H”, and DATA information is set according to the type of the special symbol. Since the special symbol type determines the jackpot type and the high probability gaming state as a result, it can be said that the effect symbol designation command indicates the jackpot type and the gaming state.

  In the effect symbol designation command, when various special symbols are determined and the variation display of the special symbol is started, an effect symbol designation command corresponding to the determined special symbol is transmitted to the effect control board 120.

  Specifically, when various special symbols are determined in step S313, and the special symbol variation display is started in step S315, the effect symbol designation command corresponding to the determined special symbol is the effect of the main RAM 110c. Set in the transmission data storage area. Thereafter, the effect designating command set in the effect transmission data storage area in step S700 is immediately transmitted to the effect control board 120.

  The “first special symbol memory designation command” indicates the number of reserved memories stored in the first special symbol reservation number (U1) storage area, “MODE” is set to “E1H”, and the number of reserved memories DATA information is set according to the above.

  This first special symbol memory designation command is effect-controlled by the first special symbol memory designation command corresponding to the number of reserved memories when the number of reserved memories stored in the first special symbol reservation number (U1) storage area is switched. It is transmitted to the substrate 120.

  Specifically, when 1 is subtracted from the value stored in the first special symbol reserved number (U1) storage area in step S312, the first special symbol corresponding to the reserved stored number after the subtraction is performed. A storage designation command is set in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c.

  Thereafter, the first special symbol memory designation command set in the production transmission data storage area in step S700 is immediately transmitted to the production control board 120.

  The “second special symbol memory designation command” indicates the number of reserved memories stored in the second special symbol reservation number (U2) storage area, “MODE” is set to “E2H”, and the number of reserved memories DATA information is set according to the above.

  This second special symbol memory designation command is directed by the second special symbol memory designation command corresponding to the number of reserved memories when the number of reserved memories stored in the second special symbol reservation number (U2) storage area is switched. It is transmitted to the substrate 120.

  Specifically, when 1 is subtracted from the value stored in the second special symbol reserved number (U2) storage area in step S312, the second special symbol corresponding to the reserved memory number after the subtraction is performed. A storage designation command is set in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c.

  Thereafter, the second special symbol memory designation command set in the production transmission data storage area in step S700 is immediately transmitted to the production control board 120. In the present embodiment, the “first special symbol memory designation command” and the “second special symbol memory designation command” are collectively referred to as “special symbol memory designation command”.

  The “design determination command” indicates that the special symbol is stopped and displayed, “MODE” is set to “E3H”, and “DATA” is set to “00H”.

  This symbol confirmation command is transmitted to the effect control board 120 when the special symbol is stopped and displayed. Specifically, when the special symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 20 or the second special symbol display device 21 in step S320, the symbol confirmation command is set in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c. The Thereafter, the symbol confirmation command set in the effect transmission data storage area in step S700 is immediately transmitted to the effect control board 120.

  The “power-on designation command” indicates that the gaming machine 1 is powered on, “MODE” is set to “E4H”, and “DATA” is set to “00H”.

  This power-on specification command is transmitted to the effect control board 120 when the gaming machine 1 is powered on. Specifically, when the gaming machine is turned on in step S10, a power-on designation command is set in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c. Then, immediately after the power-on designation command set in the production transmission data storage area in step S700 is transmitted to the production control board 120.

  The “RAM clear designation command” indicates that the information stored in the main RAM 110c has been cleared, “MODE” is set to “E4H”, and “DATA” is set to “01H”.

  Here, a RAM clear button (not shown) is provided on the back side of the gaming machine 1, and when the gaming machine 1 is turned on while pressing the RAM clear button, the information stored in the main RAM 110c in step S10 is stored. Cleared.

  The RAM clear designation command is transmitted to the effect control board 120 when the gaming machine 1 is turned on while pressing the RAM clear button. Specifically, when the gaming machine is turned on while pressing the RAM clear button in step S10, a RAM clear designation command is set in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c. Thereafter, the RAM clear designation command set in the effect transmission data storage area in step S700 is immediately transmitted to the effect control board 120.

  The “demonstration designation command” indicates that the first special symbol display device 20 or the second special symbol display device 21 is not operating, “MODE” is set to “E5H”, and “DATA” is “ 00H ".

  This demonstration designation command is transmitted to the effect control board 120 when the special symbol display device 20 or the second special symbol display device 21 does not hold the special symbol. Specifically, when one or more data is not set in the storage area of the first special symbol hold count (U1) storage area or the second special symbol hold count (U2) storage area in step S311. The demonstration designation command is set in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c. Thereafter, the demonstration designation command set in the production transmission data storage area in step S700 is immediately transmitted to the production control board 120.

  The “first special symbol variation pattern designation command” indicates the variation time (variation mode) of the special symbol in the first special symbol display device 20, “MODE” is set to “E6H”, and various variations DATA information is set according to the pattern.

  The first special symbol variation pattern designation command is a first special symbol variation pattern corresponding to the variation pattern of the special symbol determined when the special symbol variation display of the first special symbol display device 20 is started. A designation command is transmitted to the effect control board 120.

  Specifically, when the variation pattern of the special symbol is determined in step S314 and the variation display of the special symbol is started in step S315, the first special symbol corresponding to the determined variation pattern of the special symbol is started. The variation pattern designation command is set in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c. Thereafter, the first special symbol variation pattern designation command set in the production transmission data storage area in step S700 is immediately transmitted to the production control board 120.

  The “variable pattern designation command for the second special symbol” indicates the variation time (variation mode) of the special symbol in the second special symbol display device 21, and “MODE” is set to “E7H”, and various variations DATA information is set according to the pattern.

  The second special symbol variation pattern designation command is a second special symbol variation pattern corresponding to the variation pattern of the special symbol determined when the special symbol variation display of the second special symbol display device 21 is started. A designation command is transmitted to the effect control board 120.

  Specifically, when the variation pattern of the special symbol is determined in step S314 and when the variation display of the special symbol is started in step S315, the second special symbol corresponding to the determined variation pattern of the special symbol is started. The variation pattern designation command is set in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c. Thereafter, the second special symbol variation pattern designation command set in the production transmission data storage area in step S700 is immediately transmitted to the production control board 120.

  In the present embodiment, the “first special symbol variation pattern designation command” and the “second special symbol variation pattern designation command” are collectively referred to as a “variation pattern designation command”.

  The “Big Winner Opening Specification Command” indicates the number of jackpot rounds according to the various jackpot types, “MODE” is set as “EAH”, and DATA information is set according to the number of jackpot rounds Has been.

  With regard to the special winning opening opening designation command, when the big hit round is started, the big winning opening opening designation command corresponding to the started round number is transmitted to the effect control board 120.

  Specifically, when the first grand prize opening opening / closing door 16b (or the second big prize opening opening / closing piece 17b) is opened in step S340, a big prize opening opening designation command corresponding to the number of rounds to be opened is issued. It is set in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c. Thereafter, in step S700, the prize winning opening release command set in the effect transmission data storage area is immediately transmitted to the effect control board 120.

  The “opening designation command” indicates that various jackpots start, “MODE” is set as “EBH”, and DATA information is set according to the jackpot type.

  As for the opening designation command, when various jackpots start, an opening designation command corresponding to the type of jackpot is transmitted to the effect control board 120.

  Specifically, at the start of the jackpot game processing in step S340, an opening designation command corresponding to the jackpot type is set in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c. After that, the opening designation command set in the production transmission data storage area in step S700 is immediately transmitted to the production control board 120.

  The “ending designation command” indicates that various jackpots have ended, “MODE” is set as “ECH”, and DATA information is set according to the jackpot type.

  As for the ending designation command, when various jackpots are completed, the ending designation command corresponding to the type of jackpot is transmitted to the effect control board 120.

  Specifically, at the start of the jackpot game end process in step S350, an ending designation command corresponding to the jackpot type is set in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c. Thereafter, the ending designation command set in the effect transmission data storage area in step S700 is immediately transmitted to the effect control board 120.

  The “gaming state designation command” indicates whether it is a short-time gaming state or a non-short-time gaming state, and “MODE” is set to “EEH”, and if it is a non-short-time gaming state, “DATA” is “ “00H” is set, and “DATA” is set to “01H” in the time saving gaming state.

  The gaming state designation command is transmitted to the effect control board 120 when the special symbol variation display is started and when the special symbol is stopped and displayed, corresponding to the gaming state.

  Specifically, when the special symbol change display is started in step S315 and when the special symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 20 or the second special symbol display device 21 in step S320, A game state designation command corresponding to the current game state is set in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c. Thereafter, the gaming state designation command set in the production transmission data storage area in step S700 is immediately transmitted to the production control board 120.

  The “error ball information designation command” indicates that the winning counter (D1) value has become larger than a predetermined winning counter (Dx) value, “MODE” is set to “EDH”, and “ “DATA” is set to “00H”.

  The “error ball information designation command” is transmitted to the effect control board 120 when the special symbol variation display is started and when the special symbol is stopped. Specifically, when the special symbol variation display is started and when the special symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 20 or the second special symbol display device 21, the winning counter (D1) value is predetermined. Is larger than the winning counter (Dx) value, the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c is set. Thereafter, the gaming state designation command set in the effect transmission data storage area is immediately transmitted to the effect control board 120.

(Production control board main processing)
Next, processing executed by the sub CPU 120a in the effect control board 120 will be described. First, the main process of the effect control board 120 will be described with reference to FIG.

  In step S1000, the sub CPU 120a performs an initialization process. In this process, the sub CPU 120a reads the main processing program from the sub ROM 120b and initializes and sets a flag stored in the sub RAM 120c in response to power-on. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S1100.

  In step S1100, the sub CPU 120a performs an effect random number update process. In this process, the sub CPU 120a performs a process of updating random numbers (effect random number value, effect design determining random value, effect mode determining random value, etc.) stored in the sub RAM 120c. Thereafter, the process of step S1100 is repeated until a predetermined interrupt process is performed.

(Timer interrupt processing of production control board)
The timer interrupt process of the effect control board 120 will be described with reference to FIG. Although not shown in the figure, a clock pulse is generated every predetermined period (2 milliseconds) by a reset clock pulse generation circuit provided on the effect control board 120, a timer interrupt processing program is read, and the timer of the effect control board is read. Interrupt processing is executed.

  First, in step S1400, the sub CPU 120a saves the information stored in the register of the sub CPU 120a to the stack area.

  In step S1500, the sub CPU 120a performs update processing of various timer counters used in the effect control board 120.

  In step S1600, the sub CPU 120a performs command analysis processing. In this process, the sub CPU 120a performs a process of analyzing a command stored in the reception buffer of the sub RAM 120c. A specific description of the command analysis processing will be described later with reference to FIGS. 13 and 14.

  When the effect control board 120 receives a command transmitted from the main control board 110, a command reception interrupt process of the effect control board 120 (not shown) occurs, and the received command is stored in the reception buffer. Thereafter, in this process, the received command is analyzed.

  In step S1700, the sub CPU 120a checks the signal of the effect button detection switch 35a, and performs effect input control processing related to the effect button 35.

  In step S1800, the sub CPU 120a transmits various data set in the transmission buffer of the sub RAM 120c to the lamp control board 140 and the image control board 150.

  In step S1900, the sub CPU 120a restores the information saved in step S1810 to the register of the sub CPU 120a.

(Command analysis processing of production control board)
The command analysis process of the effect control board 120 will be described with reference to FIGS. 13 and 14. The command analysis process 2 in FIG. 14 is performed subsequent to the command analysis process 1 in FIG.

  In step S1601, the sub CPU 120a checks whether there is a command in the reception buffer, and checks whether the command has been received. If there is no command in the reception buffer, the sub CPU 120a ends the command analysis process, and if there is a command in the reception buffer, the sub CPU 120a moves the process to step S1610.

  In step S1610, the sub CPU 120a checks whether or not the command stored in the reception buffer is a demo designation command. If the command stored in the reception buffer is a demonstration designation command, the sub CPU 120a moves the process to step S1611, and if not the demonstration designation command, moves the process to step S1620.

  In step S1611, the sub CPU 120a performs a demo effect pattern determination process for determining a demo effect pattern. Specifically, the demonstration effect pattern is determined, the determined demonstration effect pattern is set in the effect pattern storage area, and information on the determined demonstration effect pattern is transmitted to the image control board 150 and the lamp control board 140. The data based on the demonstration effect pattern is set in the transmission buffer of the sub RAM 120c.

  In step S1620, sub CPU 120a checks whether or not the command stored in the reception buffer is a special symbol storage designation command. If the command stored in the reception buffer is a special symbol storage designation command, the sub CPU 120a moves the process to step S1621, and if it is not a special symbol storage designation command, moves the process to step S1630.

  In step S1621, the sub CPU 120a analyzes the special symbol storage designation command to determine the hold display mode of the hold display in the effect display device 31, and stores the hold display data corresponding to the determined hold display mode on the image control board 150. The hold display mode determination process transmitted to the lamp control board 140 is performed.

  In step S1630, the sub CPU 120a checks whether or not the command stored in the reception buffer is an effect designating command. If the command stored in the reception buffer is an effect designating command, the sub CPU 120a moves the process to step S1631, and moves to step S1640 if it is not an effect designating command.

  In step S1631, the sub CPU 120a performs an effect symbol determination process for determining an effect symbol 36 to be stopped and displayed on the effect display device 31 based on the content of the received effect symbol designation command.

  Specifically, the effect designating command is analyzed, the effect symbol data constituting the combination of the effect symbols 36 is determined according to the presence / absence of jackpot and the type of jackpot, and the determined effect symbol data is stored in the effect symbol storage area In addition, in order to transmit the effect symbol data to the image control board 150 and the lamp control board 140, information indicating the effect symbol data is set in the transmission buffer of the sub RAM 120c.

  In step S1640, the sub CPU 120a checks whether or not the command stored in the reception buffer is a variation pattern designation command. If the command stored in the reception buffer is a variation pattern designation command, the sub CPU 120a moves the process to step S1641 and moves the process to step S1650 if it is not the variation pattern designation command.

  In step S1641, the sub CPU 120a acquires one random number value from the effect random number value updated in step S1100, and is set in the acquired effect random number value, the received variation pattern designation command, and effect mode storage area. Based on the effect mode being performed, a variation effect pattern determination process for determining one variation effect pattern from a plurality of variation effect patterns is performed.

  Specifically, in the case of the normal effect mode, one variation effect pattern is determined based on the acquired random number for effect, the determined variation effect pattern is set in the effect pattern storage area, and the determined variation effect pattern is determined. Is transmitted to the image control board 150 and the lamp control board 140, data based on the determined variation effect pattern is set in the transmission buffer of the sub-RAM 120c.

  Thereafter, the effect display device 31, the audio output device 32, the effect drive device 33, and the effect illumination device 34 are controlled based on the variation effect pattern. Note that the variation mode of the effect symbol 36 is determined based on the variation effect pattern determined here.

  In step S1650, the sub CPU 120a checks whether or not the command stored in the reception buffer is a symbol determination command. If the command stored in the reception buffer is a symbol confirmation command, the sub CPU 120a moves the process to step S1651, and moves to step S1660 if the command is not the symbol confirmation command.

  In step S1651, the sub CPU 120a transmits data based on the effect symbol data determined in step S1641 in order to stop display the effect symbol 36 and stop instruction data for stopping display of the effect symbol in the transmission buffer of the sub RAM 120c. The effect symbol stop display process to be set is performed.

  In step S1660, the sub CPU 120a determines whether or not the command stored in the reception buffer is a gaming state designation command. If the command stored in the reception buffer is a gaming state designation command, the sub CPU 120a moves the process to step S1661, and moves to step S1670 if the command is not a gaming state designation command.

  In step S1661, the sub CPU 120a sets data indicating the gaming state based on the received gaming state designation command in the gaming state storage area in the sub RAM 120c.

  In step S1670, the sub CPU 120a checks whether the command stored in the reception buffer is an opening command. If the command stored in the reception buffer is an opening command, the sub CPU 120a moves the process to step S1671, and moves to step S1680 if the command is not the opening command.

  In step S1671, the sub CPU 120a performs a hit start effect pattern determination process for determining a hit start effect pattern. Specifically, the hit start effect pattern is determined based on the opening command, the determined hit start effect pattern is set in the effect pattern storage area, and information on the determined hit start effect pattern is controlled by the image control board 150 and the lamp control. In order to transmit to the board 140, data based on the determined hit start effect pattern is set in the transmission buffer of the sub-RAM 120c.

  In step S1680, the sub CPU 120a checks whether or not the command stored in the reception buffer is a special winning opening opening designation command. If the command stored in the reception buffer is a big prize opening release designation command, the sub CPU 120a moves the process to step S1681, and if not, it moves the process to step S1690.

  In step S1681, the sub CPU 120a performs a jackpot effect pattern determination process for determining a jackpot effect pattern. Specifically, the jackpot effect pattern is determined based on the big prize opening opening designation command, the determined jackpot effect pattern is set in the effect pattern storage area, and information on the determined jackpot effect pattern is stored in the image control board 150 and the lamp. In order to transmit to the control board 140, data based on the determined jackpot effect pattern is set in the transmission buffer of the sub-RAM 120c.

  In step S1690, the sub CPU 120a checks whether or not the command stored in the reception buffer is an ending command. If the command stored in the reception buffer is an ending command, the sub CPU 120a moves the process to step S1691, and if not the ending command, moves the process to step S2000.

  In step S1691, the sub CPU 120a performs a hit end effect pattern determination process for determining a hit end effect pattern. Specifically, the winning end effect pattern is determined based on the ending command, the determined winning end effect pattern is set in the effect pattern storage area, and information on the determined hit end effect pattern is controlled by the image control board 150 and the lamp control. In order to transmit to the board 140, data based on the determined winning end effect pattern is set in the transmission buffer of the sub-RAM 120c.

  In step S2000, the sub CPU 120a checks whether or not the command stored in the reception buffer is an error sphere information designation command. In this process, if the command stored in the reception buffer is an error sphere information designation command, the sub CPU 120a moves the process to step S2001, and if it is not an error sphere information designation command, the command analysis process ends.

  In step S2001, if the error sphere information designation command is stored in the reception buffer in step S200, the sub CPU 120a performs error sphere information pattern determination processing. Specifically, the sub CPU 120a determines an error sphere information pattern (for example, “NOT”, etc.) based on the error sphere information designation command, and sets the determined error sphere information pattern in the effect pattern storage area.

  Then, the sub CPU 120a sets the data based on the determined error sphere information pattern in the transmission buffer of the sub RAM 120c in order to transmit the determined error sphere information pattern information to the image control board 150 and the lamp control board 140. When this process ends, the command analysis process ends.

  As described above, in this embodiment, the gaming machine 1 is turned off, and the winning counter (D1) value is reset after a predetermined time has elapsed since the gaming machine 1 is turned on again.

  Here, regarding ON / OFF of the power of the gaming machine 1, it is assumed that the power is turned off after the game store is closed and the power is turned on before the store is opened. In this embodiment, the winning counter (D1) value is reset after a predetermined time has elapsed since the power was turned on.

  That is, in this embodiment, even if the winning counter (D1) value is updated due to detection of misrecognition, the winning counter (D1) value is reset after a predetermined time has elapsed since the power was turned on before opening the store.

  For this reason, in this embodiment, since the winning counter (D1) value is reset before reaching the predetermined winning counter (Dx) value due to misidentification detection, a notification that an error ball due to misidentification detection has occurred unnecessarily is issued. It becomes possible not to be performed.

  Also, in this embodiment, it is possible to reset the winning counter (D1) value only by turning the power ON / OFF without clearing the RAM, so the workability in the hall where the gaming machine is installed is improved. It becomes possible to make it.

  In the present embodiment, as described above, when the gaming machine is turned on, the winning counter (D1) value is not reset immediately but is reset after a predetermined time has elapsed. If an illegal act is performed before the time elapses, it is out of the range of the predetermined count value, and a notification that an error sphere has occurred is given.

  Therefore, according to the present embodiment, it is possible to improve work efficiency without diminishing countermeasures against fraud.

  In the present embodiment, the “predetermined start condition” is configured when the gaming machine 1 is turned on. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, when a demonstration designation command is stored, a start prize is received. A “predetermined start condition” may be configured when a designated command is received.

  In the present embodiment, the game ball constitutes a “game medium”, but is not limited to this, and for example, a game medal may constitute a “game medium”. More specifically, it is assumed that when a game medal is inserted in the spinning machine, the game medal is detected by the insertion detection switch and the confirmation detection switch.

  In the present embodiment, the first start port detection switch 14a constitutes the “winning detection means”, but is not limited to this, for example, the general winning port detection switch 12a, the second start port detection switch 15a, the first The big prize opening detection switch 16a and the second big prize opening detection switch 17a may constitute “winning detection means”. In the present embodiment, the winning confirmation detection switch 18a constitutes “confirmation detecting means”.

  In the present embodiment, the input control processing executed by the main CPU 110a constitutes “counting means” and “reset means”. Further, the error sphere information pattern determination process executed by the sub CPU 120a constitutes “notification means”.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 9 Game board 10 Game machine 12 General winning opening 12a General winning opening detection switch 14 1st starting opening 14a 1st starting opening detection switch 15 2nd starting opening 15a 2nd starting opening detection switch 15b Movable piece 16 1st big winning opening 16a First grand prize opening detection switch 16b First big prize opening opening / closing door 17 Second big prize opening 17a Second big prize opening detection switch 17b Second big prize opening opening / closing piece 18a Prize confirmation detection switch 110 Main control board 110a Main CPU
110b Main ROM
110c Main RAM
120 Production control board 120a Sub CPU
120b Sub ROM
120c sub RAM

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A winning detection means for detecting that the game medium has passed the winning area;
Confirmation detecting means for detecting a game medium that has passed through the winning area is detected by the winning detection means, and detecting the detected game medium;
Counting means for counting the number of game media detected by the winning detection means and the number of game media detected by the confirmation detection means;
The count value obtained by the counting means counting the number of game media detected by the winning detection means and the count value obtained by the counting means counting the number of game media detected by the confirmation detection means are added or subtracted. Calculating means for calculating
In the calculated value calculated by the calculating means, the number of game media detected by the confirmation detecting means is larger than the number of game media detected by the winning detecting means by the counting means. When the difference between the calculated values in the case of counting is out of the range of the predetermined specified value, notification means for notifying that,
In the calculated value calculated by the calculating means, the number of game media detected by the confirmation detecting means is larger than the number of game media detected by the winning detecting means by the counting means. when the difference calculated value in the case where counting is within the predetermined specified value, comprising reset means for resetting the calculated value, a,
The calculated value calculated by the calculating means is stored in a storage means to which backup power is supplied,
The reset means does not reset the calculated value stored in the storage means when the gaming machine main body is turned on, and the difference between the calculated values stored in the storage means until a predetermined time elapses after the gaming machine main body is turned on. Resetting the calculated value stored in the storage means when is within the range of the predetermined prescribed value;
A gaming machine characterized by

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