JP5744943B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine that is controlled to a specific gaming state advantageous to a player.

  As a gaming machine, a game ball, which is a game medium, is launched into a game area by a launching device, and when a game ball wins a prize area such as a prize opening provided in the game area, a predetermined number of prize balls are paid out to the player There is something to be done. Further, a variable display device that displays the identification information in a variable manner (also referred to as “variable display”) is provided, and when the display result of the variation display of the identification information is a specific display result in the variable display device, the gaming state (game) The state of the machine (specifically, the state in which the gaming machine is controlled)) is provided to give the player a predetermined gaming value (so-called pachinko gaming machine (pachinko machine)) .

  The game value is the right that the state of the variable winning ball apparatus provided in the gaming area of the gaming machine becomes advantageous for a player who is easy to win a ball, or the advantageous state for a player. Or the game medium payout condition is easily established.

  In a pachinko machine as an example of a gaming machine, a display result of a variable display of a symbol (identification information) that is started in a variable display device (variable display unit) based on winning of a game ball at a start winning opening is determined in advance. When the displayed specific display mode is derived and displayed, the specific game state advantageous to the player is the first specific game state (2 round jackpot) and more advantageous to the player than the first specific game state. There was something that could be controlled in the second specific gaming state (15 round big hit).

  In such a gaming machine, pre-judgment determination is made on the result of variable display, such as whether to control to a specific gaming state at the time of a start winning prize and which type, and on-hold storage display based on the start winning according to the result of the pre-reading judgment There is one that executes a pre-reading effect in which a specific gaming state is predicted by changing the display color of (Patent Document 1).

JP 2009-56146 A

In the conventional gaming machine as shown in the above-mentioned Patent Document 1, the pre-reading effect is executed only in association with the fluctuation result after the fluctuation display. Therefore, even if the prefetch effect is performed, there is a fear that reducing the interest of Yu technique.

The present invention has been devised in view of such circumstances, and its object is to provide a gaming machine which can suppress that no or much as possible minimum to reduce the interest of Yu technique.

(1) After a game medium (a game ball, a pachinko ball, etc.) passes through the start area, a plurality of types of identification information are displayed in a variable manner based on the fact that the variable display start condition is satisfied, and the display result is derived and displayed. When the display result of the variable display derived and displayed on the variable display unit (effect display device 9) becomes a predetermined specific display result (big hit symbol), control is made to a specific gaming state (big hit) advantageous to the player A gaming machine (pachinko machine 1)
Whether or not the display result of the variable display in which the game medium passes through the start area but the start condition is not yet satisfied becomes the specific display result (“normal hit”, “probable hit”, “crash hit”, etc.). Hold storage means (S215, S225 in FIG. 11) for storing information for identification (value extracted from random R or the like) as hold storage information;
A hold display means for performing a hold display corresponding to the hold storage information stored in the hold storage means;
After the game medium passes through the start area, before the start condition of the variable display corresponding to the passage is satisfied, it is determined whether or not the display result of the variable display corresponding to the passage becomes the specific display result. Holding determination means (S218, S228 in FIG. 11) to perform,
Based on the determination result by the hold determination means, the suggestion effect (holding storage in the display color for the advance notice) that changes the display mode of the hold display before the start condition of the variable display that is the object of the determination is satisfied. Suggestion effect executing means for executing (display) (S678 in FIG. 21);
The on-hold storage information for which the start condition is satisfied (the first of the data set in the on-hold specific area when the variable display due to the on-hold storage that is not in the big hit game and is won first is ended) Based on the data), the display result of the variable display after the plurality of types of identification information is displayed in a variable manner, and a variable display for executing the reach effect (normal reach, super reach as the change pattern type) (Variable display determined) is one of a plurality of types of reach effects including a normal reach effect (normal reach) and a special reach effect (super reach) having a higher reliability than the normal reach effect. Variable display execution means (see FIG. 7C, FIG. 17) for executing
The suggestion effect execution means can execute the suggestion effect at different timings according to the number of reserved memories stored in the hold storage means.
In the variable display based on the hold storage information that is the hold storage information that is the specific display result and that triggers the suggestion effect, the ratio that the normal reach effect is executed among the plurality of types of reach effects is as follows: The normal reach effect is executed among the plurality of types of reach effects in the variable display based on the hold memory information that is the reserved memory information that is the specific display result and that did not trigger the suggestion effect. It becomes higher than the ratio (see FIG. 25, modification (3)).

According to this structure, it suppresses the or utmost minimum does not lower the interest of Yu technique.

  Note that the hold determination means described above displays the display result of the variable display corresponding to the passage after the game medium passes through the start area and before the start condition of the variable display corresponding to the passage is satisfied. While determining whether it is a result, you may determine the kind of reach production in the case where the said reach establishment conditions are satisfied in the fluctuation display corresponding to the said passage. In this case, the suggestion effect execution means described above is the hold storage information that is the specific display result, and the variable display based on the hold storage information that triggered the execution of the suggestion effect among the plurality of types of reach effects. The ratio at which the normal reach effect is executed is the hold storage information that is the specific display result, and the variable display based on the hold storage information that did not trigger the suggestion effect among the plurality of types of reach effects. What is necessary is just to perform the said suggestion effect based on the determination result by a holding | maintenance determination means so that it may become higher than the ratio in which a normal reach effect is performed (refer embodiment).

  In addition, after the game medium passes through the start area, the hold determination unit described above displays the display result of the variable display corresponding to the passage before the condition for starting the variable display corresponding to the passage is satisfied. It may be determined whether or not a result is obtained, and the type of reach effect is not determined. In this case, the suggestion effect executing means described above may be any means that executes the suggestion effect based on the determination result by the hold determination means. When the variable display is started based on the establishment of the start condition, the numerical data extracted as information for specifying the display mode of the identification information in the variable display is read out and stored in the holding storage unit The start time determining means for determining the variation display pattern for identifying the display mode of the identification information in the variation display is based on whether the suggestion effect has been executed by the suggestion effect execution means or not. The ratio that the normal reach effect is executed among the plurality of types of reach effects in the variable display based on the hold memory information that is the hold memory information that becomes the opportunity to execute the suggestion effect is the specific display result. The plurality of types in the variable display based on the stored memory information that is the stored memory information that did not trigger the suggestive effect Wherein among the reach demonstration as usually it is higher than the proportion which reach demonstration is executed, as long as it determines the variable display pattern (see Modification (3)).

(2) The identification is performed on the condition that the display result of the identification information derived and displayed on the variation display unit is a predetermined special display result (probability variation symbol, sudden probability symbol) of the specific display result. Special game state control means (a jackpot ending process) for controlling to a special game state (probability variation state) that is more advantageous to the player than when the display result is different from the special display result among the display results,
The special display result is derived and displayed as the display result of the variable display based on the hold storage information that becomes the specific display result after the normal reach effect is executed and that triggers the execution of the suggestion effect. The special display as the display result of the variable display based on the hold storage information that is the hold display information that becomes the specific display result after the normal reach effect is executed and does not trigger the suggestion effect. The result is higher than the rate at which the result is derived and displayed (see FIG. 26).

  According to such a configuration, the ratio at which the special display result is derived and displayed after the normal reach effect is performed in the variable display based on the hold storage information that is the specific display result is the suggested effect based on the hold storage information. It is higher when it is executed than when it is not executed. That is, the ratio that the special display result is derived and displayed as the display result of the variable display based on the hold storage information that becomes the specific display result after the normal reach effect is executed and that triggers the suggestion effect The special display result is derived and displayed as the display result of the variable display based on the hold storage information that is the hold storage information that becomes the specific display result after the normal reach effect is executed and that does not trigger the suggestion effect. Higher than the rate. For this reason, after the suggestion effect is executed and the normal reach effect is executed, the frequency of the special display result increases. As a result, it is possible to suppress the decline in the expectation for the specific display result even when the normal reach effect is executed after the suggestion effect is executed, and improve the expectation for the special display result. Can improve the interest of the game.

(3) Numerical data (extracted as information for specifying the display mode of identification information in the variable display and stored in the holding storage means when starting the variable display based on the establishment of the start condition ( Random number extracted from random 3 in FIG. 6), and a start time determining means (S303 in FIG. 10) for determining a variation display pattern for specifying the display mode of the identification information in the variation display.
The start time determining means is the normal reach in the variable display when the numerical data is any one of a different number of specific values corresponding to the number of reserved storages of the reserved storage means when starting the variable display. The normal variation display pattern for performing the effect is determined (the number of determination values corresponding to the distribution ratio of the normal reach when it is out of FIG. 7C and when the hold storage display is 2 or less and when it is 3 or more),
The hold determination unit reads the numerical data prior to the start time determination unit, and among the specific values, a specific value common to all of the hold storage numbers of the hold storage unit (of FIG. 7C) It is determined whether or not the normal variation display pattern is obtained using the number of determination values corresponding to the distribution ratio of the normal reach when it is off and the stored storage display is 3 or more (S242 in FIG. 12).

  According to such a configuration, when it is determined by the hold determination unit that the normal variation display pattern is obtained, the start time determination unit always determines the normal variation display pattern. For this reason, for example, at the design stage, it is possible to determine a variation display pattern different from the normal variation display pattern by the start time determination unit even though it is determined by the hold determination unit to be a normal variation display pattern. The ratio of executing the normal reach effect as the reach effect in the variable display based on the hold storage information as the specific display result is higher than when the suggestion effect is executed based on the hold storage information. It can be determined to be. As a result, designing can be facilitated.

(4) The suggestion effect execution means executes the suggestion effect at a different rate according to the number of reserved memories of the reservation storage means (see FIG. 22B),
Regardless of the number of reserved storage, the ratio at which the suggestion effect is executed with the hold storage information that is the specific display result after the normal reach effect is executed is determined after the special reach effect is executed. It becomes higher than the rate at which the suggestive effect is executed triggered by the stored storage information that is the display result (see FIG. 22A, modified example (1)).

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to vary the execution ratio of the suggestion effect according to the number of reserved memories. In addition, the suggested effect is higher when the normal reach effect is executed than when the special reach effect is executed as the reach effect in the variable display based on the stored information that becomes the specific display result regardless of the number of stored memories. Can be executed. That is, regardless of the number of stored storages, the ratio at which the suggestion effect is executed with the hold storage information that is the specific display result after the normal reach effect is executed becomes the specific display result after the special reach effect is executed. It becomes higher than the rate at which the suggestion effect is executed with the hold storage information as an opportunity. As a result, the ratio that the normal reach effect is executed in the variable display based on the hold memory information that becomes the specific display result and is the trigger for executing the suggestion effect is the hold memory information that becomes the specific display result. Therefore, it is possible to increase the ratio of the normal reach effect in the variable display based on the stored storage information that did not trigger the suggestion effect, thereby improving the interest of the game.

  In the configuration shown in (4), after the game medium passes through the start area, the hold determination unit displays the change display corresponding to the passage before the start condition of the change display corresponding to the passage is satisfied. It may be determined whether or not the display result is the specific display result, and the type of reach effect in the case where the reach establishment condition is satisfied in the variable display corresponding to the passage. In this case, the above-described suggestion effect execution means has a ratio that the suggestion effect is executed in response to the hold memory information that is the specific display result after the normal reach effect is executed, regardless of the number of hold memories. Based on the determination result by the hold determination unit, the hold storage unit is configured so as to be higher than the rate at which the suggested effect is executed with the hold storage information that is the specific display result after the special reach production is executed. What is necessary is just to perform the said suggestion effect in the different ratio according to the number of reservation memory (refer embodiment and modification (1)).

  In addition, after the game medium passes through the start area, the hold determination unit described above displays the display result of the variable display corresponding to the passage before the condition for starting the variable display corresponding to the passage is satisfied. It may be determined whether or not a result is obtained, and the type of reach effect is not determined. In this case, the suggestion effect execution means described above may execute the suggestion effect at a different rate according to the number of reserved memories in the hold storage means based on the determination result by the hold determination means. When the variable display is started based on the establishment of the start condition, the numerical data extracted as information for specifying the display mode of the identification information in the variable display is read out and stored in the holding storage unit The start time determining means for determining the variable display pattern for specifying the display mode of the identification information in the variable display is based on whether or not the suggestion effect is executed by the suggestion effect executing means. Regardless, the ratio at which the suggestion effect is executed in response to the stored storage information that becomes the specific display result after the normal reach effect is executed becomes the specific display result after the special reach effect is executed. Any variable display pattern may be used so long as it is higher than the rate at which the suggestion effect is executed in response to the hold storage information. Modification (1) and the modified example (3) refer).

It is the front view which looked at the pachinko game machine from the front. It is a block diagram which shows the circuit structural example of a game control board (main board). It is a block diagram showing an example of circuit configuration of an effect control board, a lamp driver board and an audio output board. It is a flowchart which shows the main process which CPU in the microcomputer for game control performs. It is a flowchart which shows a 2 ms timer interruption process. It is explanatory drawing which shows each random number. It is a figure for demonstrating the allocation rate of the table used for various determinations. It is a figure for demonstrating the appearance rate for every combination of a determination result and a variation pattern classification. It is a figure for demonstrating the jackpot reliability for every variation pattern classification used as reach. It is a flowchart which shows a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows a starting port switch passage process. It is a flowchart which shows a 1st prefetch process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a pending | holding storage specific information storage area (holding specific area). It is a flowchart which shows a special symbol normal process. It is a flowchart which shows a special symbol normal process. It is a flowchart which shows a fluctuation pattern setting process. It is a flowchart which shows the presentation control main process which CPU for presentation control performs. It is a flowchart which shows command analysis processing. It is a flowchart which shows command analysis processing. It is explanatory drawing which shows the random number which the microcomputer for production control uses. It is a flowchart which shows a pending | holding memory | storage display control process. It is a figure for demonstrating the prefetch effect determination table. It is a figure for demonstrating the jackpot reliability at the time of prefetching production execution. It is a figure for demonstrating the jackpot reliability when the prefetch effect is not performed. It is a figure for demonstrating the ratio which becomes a big hit by a normal reach when a pre-reading effect is performed and a ratio which becomes a big hit by a normal reach when a pre-reading effect is not performed and a big hit. It is a figure for demonstrating the ratio which becomes per probability change when a pre-reading effect is performed and it becomes a big hit by normal reach, and the ratio which becomes per probability change when a pre-read effect is not performed and a normal reach becomes big hit. This is a diagram for explaining the ratio per probability change when the pre-reading effect is executed and the super reach is a big hit, and the ratio per probability change when the pre-read effect is not executed and the super reach is a big hit. is there. It is a figure for demonstrating the production start reservation determination table. It is a flowchart which shows production control process processing.

  Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. Note that a pachinko gaming machine and a slot machine are shown as an example of the gaming machine, but the gaming machine described in this embodiment is any gaming machine as long as the gaming machine is controlled in an advantageous state for the player. Also good.

[First Embodiment]
First, the overall configuration of a pachinko gaming machine 1 that is an example of a gaming machine will be described. FIG. 1 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine 1 as seen from the front.

  The pachinko gaming machine 1 is a gaming machine in which a predetermined game is played by driving a game ball as a game medium into the game area 7. An outer frame (not shown) formed in a vertically long rectangular shape and a game frame attached to the inside of the outer frame so as to be openable and closable. Further, the pachinko gaming machine 1 has a glass door frame 2 formed in a frame shape that is provided in the game frame so as to be opened and closed. The game frame includes a front frame (not shown) installed to be openable and closable with respect to the outer frame, a mechanism plate (not shown) to which mechanism parts and the like are attached, and various parts (games to be described later) attached to them. A structure including the board 6).

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

  An effect display device 9 composed of a liquid crystal display device (LCD) is provided near the center of the game area 7. On the display screen of the effect display device 9, there is an effect symbol display area for performing a variation display of the effect symbol in synchronization with the variation display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol. The effect display device 9 corresponds to a variable display device (variable display unit) that performs variable display of effect symbols as a plurality of types of identification information each of which can be identified. In the effect symbol display area, a plurality of variable display areas for variably displaying a plurality of types of identification information are provided. As a plurality of variable display areas in the present embodiment, for example, among the effect symbol display areas, the left symbol display area 9L that variably displays the identification information in the left area, and the identification information that is variably displayed in the center area A symbol display area 9 </ b> C and a right symbol display area 9 </ b> R for variably displaying the identification information in the right region are provided. The position of each symbol display area may not be fixed on the display screen of the effect display device 9, and the three regions of the symbol display areas 9L, 9C, and 9R may be separated. The effect display device 9 is controlled by an effect control microcomputer mounted on the effect control board. When the first special symbol display 8a is executing the variable display of the first special symbol, the effect control microcomputer causes the effect display device 9 to execute the effect display along with the variable display. When the variation display of the second special symbol is being executed on the symbol display 8b, the effect display is executed by the effect display device along with the variation display, so that it is possible to easily grasp the progress of the game.

  On the left side of the lower part of the game board 6, there is provided a first special symbol display (first variation display unit) 8a for variably displaying a first special symbol as a plurality of types of identification information that can be identified. In this embodiment, the first special symbol display 8a is realized by a simple and small display (for example, 7-segment LED) capable of variably displaying eight types of numbers “1” to “8”. That is, the first special symbol display 8a is configured to display the numbers (or symbols) of “1” to “8” in a variable manner. On the right side of the lower part of the game board 6, a second special symbol display (second variation display unit) 8b that variably displays a second special symbol as a plurality of types of identification information each identifiable is provided. The second special symbol display 8b is realized by a simple and small display (for example, a 7-segment LED) capable of variably displaying eight types of numbers “1” to “8”. That is, the second special symbol display 8b is configured to display the numbers (or symbols) “1” to “8” in a variable manner.

  The small indicator is formed in, for example, a square shape. In this embodiment, the type of the first special symbol and the type of the second special symbol are the same (for example, both numbers “1” to “8”), but the types may be different. The first special symbol indicator 8a and the second special symbol indicator 8b are each configured to variably display, for example, a number of 00 to 99 (or a symbol of a plurality of digits such as two digits). Also good.

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

  When the game ball wins the first start winning opening 13, the first start condition among the start conditions is established, and when the game ball wins the second start winning opening 14, the second start condition among the start conditions. Is established. The variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol is a start condition that allows the start of the variable display after the first start condition or the second start condition is satisfied (for example, not in the big hit game and first start winning prize) The display result (stop symbol) is derived and displayed when the variable display time elapses. The starting condition is not limited to being established by winning in the starting area, but may be established by passing through the starting area. In addition, the start condition for allowing the start of the variable display is satisfied when the variable display due to the reserved memory that is not in the big hit game and is won first is ended. There is a holding memory in which the start condition is satisfied but the start condition is not satisfied, that is, the start condition that allows the game ball to win the first start winning opening 13 or the second starting winning opening 14 but still allows the start of the variable display. Data relating to the hold storage that is not satisfied is held and stored as the hold storage data until the start condition is satisfied. Specifically, the on-hold storage data is stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 55 of the game control microcomputer 560 described later.

  Note that winning means that a game ball has entered a pre-determined area such as a prize opening, but a game ball passes through a pre-determined area such as a passing game. It may be. Deriving and displaying the display result means that the symbol is stopped and displayed and confirmed as the display result.

  In the vicinity of the first special symbol display 8a, during the time of the first special symbol change display time by the first special symbol display 8a, the first decorative symbol as a decorative (design) symbol is displayed in a variable manner. A first decorative symbol display 9a is provided. In this embodiment, the first decorative symbol display 9a is composed of two LEDs. The first decorative symbol display 9a is controlled by an effect control microcomputer mounted on the effect control board. Also, in the vicinity of the second special symbol display unit 8b, during the variation display time of the second special symbol by the second special symbol display unit 8b, the variation display of the second decorative symbol as a symbol for decoration (for production) is performed. A second decorative symbol display 9b is provided. The second decorative symbol display 9b is composed of two LEDs. The second decorative symbol display 9b is controlled by an effect control microcomputer mounted on the effect control board.

  In addition, a 1st decorative design and a 2nd decorative design may be named generically. Further, the first decorative symbol display 9a and the second decorative symbol display 9b may be collectively referred to as a decorative symbol display.

  The variation of the decorative pattern (variable display) is realized by continuing the state where the two LEDs are alternately lit. The fluctuation display of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display 8a and the fluctuation display of the first decoration symbol on the first decoration symbol display 9a are synchronized. The variation display of the second special symbol on the second special symbol display 8b and the variation display of the second decorative symbol on the second decoration symbol display 9b are synchronized. Synchronous means that the start point and end point of variable display are the same and the period of variable display is the same. In addition, when the big hit symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a, the LED on the side that recalls the big hit on the first decorative symbol display 9a remains lit. When the big-hit symbol is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display 8b, the LED on the side that recalls the big-hit on the second decorative symbol display 9b remains lit. The functions of the first decorative symbol display 9a and the second decorative symbol display 9b may be realized by the effect display device 9. That is, the first decorative symbol and the second decorative symbol may be controlled to be variably displayed as images on the display screen of the effect display device 9.

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

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

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

  On the side of the first decorative symbol display 9a, the number of effective winning balls that have entered the first start winning opening 13, that is, the first reserved memory number (the reserved memory is also referred to as the start memory or the start prize memory) is displayed. A first special symbol storage memory display 18a comprising four displays is provided. The first special symbol storage memory indicator 18a increases the number of indicators to be lit by 1 each time there is an effective start winning. Then, each time the variable display on the first special symbol display 8a is started, the number of indicators to be turned on is reduced by one.

  On the side of the second decorative symbol display 9b is a second special symbol reserved memory display 18b comprising four indicators for displaying the number of effective winning balls that have entered the second start winning opening 14, that is, the second reserved memory number. Is provided. The second special symbol storage memory display 18b increases the number of indicators to be lit by 1 every time there is an effective start winning. And whenever the fluctuation | variation display by the 2nd special symbol display 8b is started, the number of the indicators to light is reduced by one.

  In addition, the display screen of the effect display device 9 displays an area (hereinafter referred to as a summed pending storage display unit 18c) that displays a total number (total number of pending pending memories) that is the sum of the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number. .) Is provided. Since the total pending storage display unit 18c for displaying the total number is provided, a start condition is established that allows the game ball to win the first start winning opening 13 or the second starting winning opening 14, but still allow the start of the variable display. This makes it easy to grasp the total number of pending storages that have not been performed. In addition, since the total reserved memory display unit 18c is provided, the first special symbol reserved memory display 18a and the second special symbol reserved memory display 18b may not be provided.

  The effect display device 9 is for decoration (for effects) during the variable display time of the first special symbol by the first special symbol indicator 8a and during the variable display time of the second special symbol by the second special symbol indicator 8b. The change display of the effect symbols as the symbols is performed in each of the plurality of symbol display areas 9L, 9C, 9R. The change display of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display 8a and the change display of the effect symbol on the effect display device 9 are synchronized. Further, the variation display of the second special symbol on the second special symbol display 8b and the variation display of the effect symbol on the effect display device 9 are synchronized. Further, when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a and when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display 8b, the effect display device 9 is made to recall the jackpot. The combination of effect symbols as a specific display result is stopped and displayed.

  In addition, a star-shaped movable member 84 that rotates is provided on the upper side of the decorative portion around the effect display device 9. The movable member 84 is a member that is provided at a position that is visible to the player, such as a decorative portion around the effect display device 9, and that operates according to a predetermined effect. More specifically, the movable member 84 is attached to the rotation shaft of the motor 88 and is driven and rotates as the motor 88 rotates. The movable member 84 is operated when a predetermined operation condition is satisfied.

  On the right side of the decorative portion around the effect display device 9, an upper effect LED 85a, a middle effect LED 85b, and a lower effect LED 85c are provided. The upper effect LED 85a, the middle effect LED 85b, and the lower effect LED 85c blink when a notice effect described later is executed.

  In addition, in the decorative portion around the effect display device 9, a movable member 78 that is attached to the rotation shaft of the motor 86 and moves when the motor 86 rotates is provided on the left side. The movable member 78 operates when a notice effect described later is executed.

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

  The game area 6 is also provided with winning ports (ordinary winning ports) 29, 30, 33, 39 for paying out a predetermined number of premium game balls determined in advance based on winning of game balls. The game balls won in the winning openings 29, 30, 33, 39 are detected by the winning opening switches 29a, 30a, 33a, 39a. Note that the condition for paying out a predetermined number of prize game balls is not limited to winning by winning in a winning opening provided in a predetermined winning area, but is satisfied by passing through a predetermined winning area. It may be.

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

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

  In the case of the probable change state or the short time state, it is determined that the special symbol fluctuation reduction control that shortens the fluctuation display time of the special symbol compared to the normal state, and that the stop symbol of the normal symbol is the winning symbol compared to the normal state. At least one of the open time and the number of times of opening of the variable winning ball apparatus 15 as compared with the normal state. However, it is possible to perform at least one control among general electric release extension controls that are advantageous for the player (e.g. extension of the opening time, increase of the number of times of opening, etc.). It may be performed in combination, or may perform all control.

  On the left and right sides of the game area 7 of the game board 6, there are provided decorative LEDs 25 that are blinked during the game. In the lower part of the game area 7 of the game board 6, there is provided an out port 26 through which a hit ball that has not won a prize is taken. In addition, two speakers 27 that utter sound effects and sounds as predetermined sound outputs are provided on the left and right upper portions outside the game area 7. On the outer periphery of the game area 7, a frame LED 28 provided on the front frame is provided.

  At a predetermined position in the gaming machine frame of the pachinko gaming machine 1, such as a central position on the front side of the top surface of the hitting ball supply tray 3, an operation button 30 that can be operated by the player by a pressing operation or the like is provided. Note that the operation button 30 is not limited to a button that can be pressed, and may be a button that can be rotated, such as a rotary selector, or a touch operation or a pressing operation, such as a touch panel. It may be a thing, and the thing which can be tilted like a lever type switch may be sufficient. Further, instead of the operation button 30, a sensor that can detect a predetermined operation action by the player, such as an infrared sensor, a CCD sensor, or a CMOS sensor, may be used. That is, the operation button 30 only needs to be able to detect a predetermined operation action by the player mechanically, electrically, or electromagnetically.

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

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

  In addition, to increase the first reserved memory number or the second reserved memory number by 1, specifically, a necessary random number is extracted as described later, and extracted to a predetermined random number storage area provided in the RAM 55. Including storing random numbers.

  FIG. 2 is a block diagram showing an example of the circuit configuration of the main board (game control board) 31. FIG. 2 also shows a payout control board 37, an effect control board 80, and the like. A game control microcomputer (corresponding to game control means) 560 for controlling the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to a program is mounted on the main board 31. The game control microcomputer 560 includes a ROM 54 for storing a game control (game progress control) program and the like, a RAM 55 as a storage means used as a work memory, a CPU 56 for performing control operations in accordance with the program, and an I / O port unit. 57. In this embodiment, the ROM 54 and the RAM 55 are built in the game control microcomputer 560. That is, the game control microcomputer 560 is a one-chip microcomputer. The one-chip microcomputer only needs to incorporate at least the CPU 56 and the RAM 55, and the ROM 54 may be external or built-in. The I / O port unit 57 may be externally attached. The game control microcomputer 560 further includes a random number circuit 503 that generates hardware random numbers (random numbers generated by the hardware circuit).

  The RAM 55 is a backup RAM as a non-volatile storage means, part or all of which is backed up by a backup power source created on the power supply substrate 910.

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

  The random number circuit 503 is a hardware circuit that is used to generate a random number for determination to determine whether or not to make a big hit based on the display result of the special symbol variation display.

  Also, an input driver circuit for supplying detection signals from the gate switch 32a, the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a, the count switch 23, and the winning port switches 29a, 30a, 33a and 39a to the game control microcomputer 560. 58 is also mounted on the main board 31. Also, an output circuit 59 for driving the solenoid 16 for opening and closing the variable winning ball device 15 and the solenoid 21 for opening and closing the special variable winning ball device 20 that forms a big winning opening according to a command from the game control microcomputer 560 is also provided. It is mounted on the substrate 31.

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

  An information output circuit (not shown) that outputs an information output signal such as jackpot information indicating the occurrence of a jackpot gaming state to an external device such as a hall computer is also mounted on the main board 31.

  In this embodiment, effect control means (effect control microcomputer 100 described later) mounted on the effect control board 80 instructs effect contents from the game control microcomputer 560 via the relay board 77. When the command is received, the display control of the first decorative symbol display 9a and the second decorative symbol display 9b for displaying the decorative symbols in a variable manner and the display control of the effect display device 9 for displaying the dynamic symbols in a variable manner are performed.

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

  FIG. 3 is a block diagram illustrating a circuit configuration example of the relay board 77, the effect control board 80, the lamp driver board 35, and the audio output board 70. In the example shown in FIG. 3, the lamp driver board 35 and the audio output board 70 are not equipped with a microcomputer, but may be equipped with a microcomputer. Further, without providing the lamp driver board 35 and the audio output board 70, only the effect control board 80 may be provided for effect control.

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

  An operation signal from the operation button 30 is input to the effect control microcomputer 100 via the input port 107. The effect control microcomputer 100 performs a predetermined effect according to the operation signal from the operation button 30.

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

  The effect control CPU 101 outputs to the VDP 109 a command for reading necessary data from a CGROM (not shown) in accordance with the received effect control command. The CGROM stores in advance character image data and moving image data displayed on the effect display device 9, specifically, a person, characters, figures, symbols, etc. (including effect symbols), and background image data. ROM. A total of eight symbols “1” to “8” are provided as effect symbols that are variably displayed and stopped in the effect display device 9. Each effect symbol is composed of any number from “1” to “8” and a character defined for each symbol. For example, the effect symbol “7” is composed of a number “7” and a character for “7” (for example, a girl character whose hair is lowered). In addition, as an effect design, only the number is illustrated for convenience of explanation, but the effect design in the present embodiment is composed of a number and a character.

  The VDP 109 reads the image data from the CGROM in response to the instruction from the effect control CPU 101. The VDP 109 executes display control based on the read image data.

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

  The effect control CPU 101 drives the motor 86 to operate the movable member 78 via the output port 106. Further, the effect control CPU 101 drives the motor 88 to operate the movable member 84 via the output port 106.

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

  In the lamp driver board 35, a signal for driving the LED is input to the LED driver 352 via the input driver 351. The LED driver 352 supplies a current to a light emitter provided on the frame side such as the frame LED 28 based on a signal for driving the LED. Further, current is supplied to the decoration LED 25, the upper effect LED 85a, the middle effect LED 85b, and the lower effect LED 85c provided on the game board side.

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

  Next, the operation of the gaming machine will be described. FIG. 4 is a flowchart showing a main process executed by the game control microcomputer 560 on the main board 31. When power is supplied to the gaming machine and power supply is started, the input level of the reset terminal to which the reset signal is input becomes high. Then, the game control microcomputer 560 (specifically, the CPU 56) executes a security check process that is a process for confirming whether or not the contents of the program are valid, and then performs step S (hereinafter simply referred to as S). ) The main process after 1 is started. In the main process, the CPU 56 first performs necessary initial settings.

  In the initial setting process, the CPU 56 first sets the interrupt prohibition (S1). Next, the interrupt mode is set to interrupt mode 2 (S2), and a stack pointer designation address is set to the stack pointer (S3). Then, after initialization of the built-in device (CTC (counter / timer) and PIO (parallel input / output port) which are built-in devices (built-in peripheral circuits)) is performed (S4), the RAM 55 is made accessible. Set (S5). In the interrupt mode 2, the address synthesized from the value (1 byte) of the specific register (I register) built in the CPU 56 and the interrupt vector (1 byte: least significant bit 0) output from the built-in device is This mode indicates an interrupt address.

  Next, the CPU 56 checks the state of the output signal of the clear switch (for example, mounted on the power supply board) input via the input port (S6). When the on-state is detected in the confirmation, the CPU 56 executes normal initialization processing (S12 to S17).

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

  If it is confirmed that the power supply stop process has been performed, the CPU 56 checks the data in the backup RAM area (S8). In this embodiment, a parity check is performed as a data check. Therefore, in S8, the calculated checksum is compared with the checksum calculated and stored by the same process in the power supply stop process. When the power supply is stopped after an unexpected power failure or the like, the data in the backup RAM area should be saved, so the check result (comparison result) is normal (matched). That the check result is not normal means that the data in the backup RAM area is different from the data when the power supply is stopped. In such a case, since the internal state cannot be returned to the state when the power supply is stopped, an initialization process that is executed when the power is turned on is not performed when the power supply is stopped.

  If the check result is normal, the CPU 56 performs a game state recovery process (S9 to S11) for returning the internal state of the game control means and the control state of the electrical component control means such as the effect control means to the state when the power supply is stopped. Process).

  In addition, the CPU 56 transmits a power failure recovery designation command as a command at the time of power supply recovery to the effect control board 80 (S11). Then, the process proceeds to S16.

  In the initialization process, the CPU 56 first performs a RAM clear process (S12). Also, the initial address of the initialization setting table stored in the ROM 54 is set as a pointer (S13), and the contents of the initialization setting table are sequentially set in the work area in the RAM 55 (S14).

  By the processing of S13 and S14, an initial value is set to a flag for selectively performing processing according to a control state such as a special symbol process flag.

  Further, the CPU 56 initializes a sub board (a board on which a microcomputer other than the main board 31 is mounted) (a command indicating that the game control microcomputer 560 has executed an initialization process). Is also transmitted to the effect control board 80 (S15). For example, when the production control microcomputer 100 mounted on the production control board 80 receives the initialization designation command, the production display device 9 displays a screen for notifying that the control of the gaming machine has been initialized. Display, that is, initialization notification is performed. In the initialization process, the CPU 56 also transmits a customer waiting demonstration designation (demonstration) command.

  Further, the CPU 56 executes a random number circuit setting process for initial setting of the random number circuit 503 (S16).

  Then, the CPU 56 sets a CTC register built in the game control microcomputer 560 so that a timer interrupt is periodically taken every predetermined time (for example, 2 ms) (S17). That is, for example, a value corresponding to 2 ms is set in a predetermined register (time constant register) as an initial value. In this embodiment, it is assumed that a timer interrupt is periodically taken every 2 ms.

  When the execution of the initialization process (S12 to S17) is completed, the CPU 56 repeatedly executes the display random number update process (S19) and the initial value random number update process (S20) in the main process. When executing the display random number update process and the initial value random number update process, the interrupt disabled state is set (S18). When the display random number update process and the initial value random number update process are completed, the interrupt enabled state is set. (S21). In this embodiment, the display random number is a random number for determining a variation pattern or the like, and the display random number update process is a process for updating the count value of the counter for generating the display random number. . The initial value random number update process is a process for updating the count value of the counter for generating the initial value random number. In this embodiment, the initial value random number is an initial value of a count value such as a counter for generating a random number for determining whether or not to hit a normal symbol (normal symbol determination random number generation counter). It is a random number for determining.

  When the timer interrupt occurs, the CPU 56 executes the timer interrupt process of S25 to S39 shown in FIG. In the timer interrupt process, first, a power-off detection process for detecting whether or not a power-off signal is output (whether or not an on-state is turned on) is executed (S25). The power-off signal is output, for example, when the power monitoring circuit 920 mounted on the power board detects a drop in the voltage of the power supplied to the gaming machine. In the power-off detection process, when detecting that the power-off signal has been output, the CPU 56 executes a power supply stop process for saving necessary data in the backup RAM area. Next, detection signals from the gate switch 32a, the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a, the count switch 23, and the winning port switches 29a, 30a, 33a, and 39a are input via the input driver circuit 58, A switch process for determining these states is executed (S26).

  Next, the CPU 56 has a first special symbol display 8a, a second special symbol display 8b, a normal symbol display 10, a first special symbol hold storage display 18a, a second special symbol hold storage display 18b, a normal symbol. A display control process for controlling the display of the on-hold storage display 41 is executed (S27). For the first special symbol display 8a, the second special symbol display 8b, and the normal symbol display 10, control for outputting a drive signal to each display according to the contents of the output buffer set in S37 and S38. Execute.

  Further, a determination random number update process is performed to update the count value of each counter for generating each determination random number such as a random number for determining a normal winning symbol used for game control (S28). The CPU 56 further executes an initial value random number update process (S29) and a display random number update process (S30) for updating the count value of the counter for generating the initial value random number and the display random number.

  Further, the CPU 56 performs special symbol process processing (S31). In the special symbol process, corresponding processing is executed in accordance with a special symbol process flag for controlling the first special symbol indicator 8a, the second special symbol indicator 8b, and the special winning opening in a predetermined order. The CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag according to the gaming state.

  Next, a normal symbol process is performed (S32). In the normal symbol process, the CPU 56 executes the corresponding process according to the normal symbol process flag for controlling the display state of the normal symbol display 10 in a predetermined order. The CPU 56 updates the value of the normal symbol process flag according to the gaming state.

  Further, the CPU 56 performs an effect control command control process for sending an effect control command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (S33).

  Further, the CPU 56 performs information output processing for outputting data such as jackpot information, starting information, probability variation information supplied to the hall management computer, for example (S34).

  Further, the CPU 56 performs a prize ball process for setting the number of prize balls based on detection signals from the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a, the count switch 23, and the winning port switches 29a, 30a, 33a, 39a. Execute (S35). Specifically, the CPU 56 pays out in response to winning detection based on one of the first starting port switch 13a, the second starting port switch 14a, the count switch 23, and the winning port switches 29a, 30a, 33a, 39a being turned on. A payout control command (award ball number signal) indicating the number of winning balls is output to a payout control microcomputer mounted on the control board 37. The payout control microcomputer drives the ball payout device 97 in accordance with a payout control command indicating the number of winning balls.

  In this embodiment, a RAM area (output port buffer) corresponding to the output state of the output port is provided. However, the CPU 56 relates to on / off of the solenoid in the RAM area corresponding to the output state of the output port. An output process for outputting the contents to the output port is executed (S36).

  Further, the CPU 56 performs special symbol display control processing for setting special symbol display control data for effect display of special symbols in an output buffer for setting special symbol display control data according to the value of the special symbol process flag ( S37). For example, if the change speed is 1 frame / 0.2 seconds until the end flag is set when the start flag set in the special symbol process is set, the CPU 56, for example, every 0.2 seconds passes. Then, the value of the display control data set in the output buffer is incremented by one. Further, the CPU 56 outputs a drive signal in S27 in accordance with the display control data set in the output buffer, whereby the first special symbol and the first special symbol on the first special symbol display 8a and the second special symbol display 8b. 2 Executes the variable display of special symbols.

  Further, the CPU 56 performs a normal symbol display control process of setting normal symbol display control data for effect display of the normal symbol in the output buffer for setting the normal symbol display control data according to the value of the normal symbol process flag ( S38). For example, when the start flag related to the variation of the normal symbol is set, the CPU 56 switches the display state (“◯” and “×”) for the variation rate of the normal symbol every 0.2 seconds until the end flag is set. With such a speed, the value of the display control data set in the output buffer (for example, 1 indicating “◯” and 0 indicating “x”) is switched every 0.2 seconds. Further, the CPU 56 outputs a driving signal in S27 according to the display control data set in the output buffer, thereby executing a normal symbol effect display on the normal symbol display 10. Thereafter, the interrupt permission state is set (S39), and the process is terminated.

  Triggered by the start prize, the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b starts to display a special symbol (the first special symbol or the second special symbol) for a predetermined time (variation time). ), The stop symbol which is the result of the special symbol variation display is stopped (displayed). If it is decided to win, a special special symbol (big hit symbol) is stopped and displayed. If it is determined to be off, special symbols other than the jackpot symbol are stopped and displayed. When the big hit symbol is derived and displayed, the gaming state is controlled to the big hit gaming state as the specific gaming state.

  In this embodiment, eight types of numbers “1” to “8” are set as special symbols. Of the special symbols “1” to “8”, “1” to “3” are symbols for probability variation (symbols for probability variation of 15R), and “4” and “5” are symbols for normal variation (not for 15R). “6” is set for the sudden hit symbol (the symbol for the 2R probability variable big hit), and “7” and “8” are set for the off symbol. “R” indicates a round.

  When the 15R jackpot symbols ("1" to "5") are stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b, the opening / closing plate in the variable winning ball apparatus 20 is predetermined. A unit round in which the variable winning ball apparatus 20 is changed to the first state which is advantageous to the player in an open state for a period (for example, 29 seconds) or a period until a predetermined number (for example, 10) of winnings occurs. Is started. In the 15R big hit state, the number of rounds is 15.

  When the winning symbol (“6”) is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a, the game shifts to a big hit gaming state (2R big hit state) in which the number of rounds is two. Further, in the 2R big hit state, the opening time of the open / close plate in each round is shorter (for example, 0.5 seconds) than in the 15R big hit state.

  In addition, after the big hit gaming state is finished, the gaming state is controlled to the short time state. In the short time state, the variation time of the special symbol in the variation display of the special symbol is shortened as compared with the normal state (the state which is not the probability variation state or the short time state). In the short-time state, for example, either a predetermined number of times (for example, 100 times) of special symbol variation display is executed and the variation display result is “big hit”, either condition is satisfied first. When it ends. In addition, after the big hit state is ended, the normal state may be set instead of the time reduction state.

  When it is determined to control the gaming state to the probability changing state, the gaming state is controlled to the probability changing state after the big hit gaming state ends. The probability variation state continues until, for example, a jackpot symbol is derived and displayed as a variation display result.

  Even after the 2R big hit state is finished, the gaming state is controlled to the probability change state (high probability state). The probability variation state that is controlled after the 2R big hit state ends is also referred to as a sudden probability variation (surprise) state.

  Further, in the probability variation state, the probability of determining a big hit is higher than in the low probability state (normal state). For example, it is 10 times. Specifically, in the probability variation state, the number of predetermined jackpot determination values is 10 times that in the normal state. In addition, the probability that the stop symbol of the normal symbol display 10 becomes a winning symbol is increased. That is, the start winning opening 13 is easily opened, and the start winning is likely to occur. Specifically, in the probability variation state, the number of predetermined determination values per normal symbol is larger than that in the normal state. Further, in addition to increasing the probability that the stop symbol of the normal symbol display 10 becomes a winning symbol, the number of opening or the opening time of the variable winning ball device 15 is increased, or the number of opening and the opening time of the variable winning ball device 15 is increased. You may increase. Further, even in the short time state, the probability that the stop symbol of the normal symbol display 10 becomes a winning symbol is increased, the number of opening or the opening time of the variable winning ball device 15 is increased, and the number of opening and opening of the variable winning ball device 15 is increased. You may spend more time. In this embodiment, in the probability variation state, in addition to an increase in the probability that the big symbol is determined, an example in which the probability that the stop symbol of the normal symbol display 10 becomes a winning symbol is increased is shown. However, in the probability variation state, it is sufficient that at least the probability of being determined as a big hit is high.

  In the display area of the effect display device 9, the effect symbols are displayed in a variable manner in response to the special symbol change display by the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b. That is, in the display area of the effect display device 9, based on the fact that the start condition is satisfied, the variation of the effect symbols is started in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” symbol display areas 9L, 9C, and 9R. For example, the stop symbols of the effect symbols are stopped and displayed (derived display) in the order of “left” → “right” → “middle”. In the “left”, “middle”, and “right” symbol display areas 9L, 9C, and 9R, the effect symbols may be stopped and displayed in a predetermined order, or “left”, “middle”, and “right” The stop symbols may be stopped and displayed simultaneously in the symbol display areas 9L, 9C, and 9R.

  The period from the start of the variable display of the effect symbol until the stop symbol is derived and displayed in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” symbol display areas 9L, 9C, 9R (variable display period = variable time) Thus, the variation display state of the effect symbol may become a predetermined reach state. The reach state is a display state in which the variation of the effect symbols that are not yet stopped when the effect symbols that are stopped and displayed in the display area of the effect display device 9 constitute a part of the jackpot combination, or This is a display state in which all or part of the design symbols change synchronously while constituting all or part of the jackpot combination. The display effect in the reach state is reach effect display (reach effect). As will be described later, the reach effect includes a normal reach effect in which the reliability that is a big hit in the executed variation display is set low, and a super reach effect in which the reliability is set higher than the normal reach effect.

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

  When the shift symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b and the effect display device 9, the change display state of the effect symbol is displayed after the effect symbol change display is started. Depending on the reach state, after the reach effect is executed, a combination of effect symbols different from the effect symbols constituting the reach state may be stopped and displayed. Such a variation display result of the effect symbol is referred to as a variation display mode of “reach” (also referred to as “reach disengagement”) when the variation display result is “out of”.

  In this embodiment, when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b, the reach effect is executed after the variation display state of the effect symbol becomes the reach state. Then, in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” symbol display areas 9L, 9C, and 9R in the effect display device 9, the effect symbols are all stopped and displayed.

  When “6”, which is a 2R jackpot symbol, is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol indicator 8a or the second special symbol indicator 8b, the effect display device 9 displays a variable display mode of “non-reach”. Variation display is performed in the same variation display mode.

  FIG. 6 is an explanatory diagram showing each random number. Each random number is used as follows. Random R is a random counter for determining whether to win or not. Random R is updated one by one at 10 MHz, is added and updated from 0, and is added and updated to its upper limit of 65535, and then is added and updated again from 0.

  Random 2 is a random counter for determining a big hit type that determines the type of big hit (probable hit, normal hit, or sudden hit). Random 2 is incremented by 1 every 2 msec, updated from 0 and updated up to 99, which is the upper limit, and then updated again from 0.

  Random 3 is a random counter for determining the variation pattern type that determines the type (classification) of the variation pattern. Random 3 is incremented by 1 every 2 msec and the remainder of the interrupt process, and is updated from 0 and updated up to 999, which is the upper limit, and then updated again from 0.

  Random 4 is a random counter for determining a variation pattern that determines a variation pattern (variation time). Random 4 is incremented by 1 every 2 msec and the remainder of the interrupt process, and is incremented and updated from 0 to 99, which is the upper limit, and then incremented and updated again from 0.

  Random 5 is a random counter for normal symbol hit determination that determines whether or not to generate a hit based on the normal symbol. Random 5 is incremented by 1 every 2 msec and the remaining interrupt processing time, and is updated from 3 and updated up to 13 which is the upper limit, and then is updated again from 0.

  Random 6 is a random counter for determining an initial value of random 5 for determining an initial value of random 5. Random 6 is incremented by 1 every 2 msec and the remainder of the interrupt process, updated from 3 and updated up to 13 which is the upper limit, and then updated again from 0.

  In S28 in the game control process shown in FIG. 5, the game control microcomputer 560 generates a (random 2) jackpot type determination random number and a (random 5) normal symbol determination random number. Count up (add 1). That is, they are determination random numbers, and other random numbers are display random numbers (random 3, random 4) or initial value random numbers (random 6). In addition, in order to improve a game effect, you may use random numbers other than said random number. Further, in this embodiment, hardware built in the game control microcomputer 560 (or hardware external to the game control microcomputer 560) may be generated as a random number for determination as a random R value. Use random numbers.

  FIG. 7 is a diagram for explaining the distribution ratio of tables used for various determinations on the game control microcomputer 560 side. The table shown in FIG. 7 is stored in the ROM 54.

  FIG. 7A is a diagram showing a jackpot determination table used when the jackpot determination is performed. The jackpot determination uses a value extracted from the random R at the time of starting winning when the variable display is allowed to start and a determination value determined so as to be the distribution ratio shown in the jackpot determination table. It is done.

  With respect to the big hit determination table, in the non-probability change state, the number of determination values is distributed so that it is determined that the big hit is made at a rate of 0.33%, and the big hit is determined as a deviation at a rate of 99.67%. Specifically, for example, when “0 to 65535” can be set as the number of determination values, “0 to 65” is determined as the number of determination values determined to be a big hit in an uncertain change state. “215” is defined, and “216 to 65535” is defined as the number of determination values determined to be out of place.

  Further, with respect to the jackpot determination table, in the probability variation state, it is determined to be a jackpot at a rate of 3.3%, which is 10 times the ratio in the non-probability variation state, and it is determined to be a deviation at a rate of 96.7%.

  It should be noted that when the value extracted from the random R is a predetermined value, the determination value is determined so that it is determined that the jackpot regardless of whether or not it is during the probability change. For example, the number of determination values determined to be a big hit in the non-probable change state is set as the number of determination values determined to be a big hit even in the probability change state. Thereby, when it is determined that the jackpot is compared with the number of determination values set in the non-probability changing state, the jackpot is determined even in the probability changing state.

  The CPU 56 of the game control microcomputer 560 determines whether or not to make a big hit according to the distribution ratio shown in FIG. 7A based on the value extracted from the random number R of the random number circuit 503 at the time of starting winning.

  FIG. 7B is a diagram showing a jackpot type determination table used when determining the jackpot type. The jackpot type determination is a value extracted from random 2 at the time of starting winning when it is allowed to start a variable display, and a determination value determined to be the distribution rate shown in the jackpot type determination table It is performed using.

  In the big hit type determination table, when the special symbol type is the first special symbol side, it is determined to hit normal at a rate of 25%, determined to be a positive change at a rate of 50%, and suddenly determined at a rate of 25%. The number of determination values is distributed so that it is determined that it is a win. Specifically, for example, when “0 to 99” can be set as the number of determination values, “0 to 24” is determined as the number of determination values determined to be normal. In other words, “25 to 74” is determined as the number of determination values determined to be probable, and “75 to 99” is determined as the number of determination values determined to be probable. .

  Further, in the big hit type determination table, when the special symbol type is the second special symbol side, it is determined that the normal hit is determined at a rate of 25%, and the positive hit is determined at a rate of 75%. The number of values is distributed.

  The CPU 56 of the game control microcomputer 560 determines the jackpot type according to the distribution rate shown in FIG. 7B based on the value extracted from the random 2 at the time of starting winning.

  In addition, in the jackpot type determination table on the second special symbol side, “surprise accuracy” that is 2R big hit is not allocated among the big hit types, but the number of judgment values of “probable hit” that is 15R big hit and is probable change is More than the jackpot type determination table on the first special symbol side are set. As will be described later, the hit probability hit is a hit where a prize ball is not substantially obtained because the opening and closing plate opening time is set to be extremely short. Therefore, during the probability change or during a short time, the opening time and the number of times of opening of the variable winning ball device 15 are increased, so that the winning to the second start winning opening 14 is increased and the rate of occurrence of the sudden hit is reduced. For this reason, in the probability variation state, the ratio of 15R big hit increases, so that the performance of the ball can be improved and the interest of the game can be improved. Further, for example, it is possible to further increase the degree of advantage for the player when the probability variation big hits are continued, and to improve the interest of the game.

  In the present embodiment, the example where the “hit hit” among the big hit types is not assigned in the big special type determination table on the second special symbol side has been described. In the symbol side jackpot type determination table, the determination value of “Crash hit” may be set so that the ratio is different from the jackpot type determination table on the first special symbol side. Specifically, the ratio of the “hit hit” is 25/100 when the first special symbol side jackpot type determination table is used, whereas the second special symbol side jackpot type determination table is If it is used, a determination value of “collision hit” may be set so as to be 5/100.

  Further, the ratio at which the “probable change” jackpot type is selected for the first special symbol and the ratio at which the “probable” jackpot type is selected for the second special symbol are set to be equal.

  When the big hit type is “normal hit” or “probable hit” with 15R big hit, as a one-round opening mode, the big prize opening is closed for 29 seconds or by winning a predetermined number. In the 15R jackpot gaming state, the opening mode of one round is repeated 15 rounds, that is, 15 times.

  Also, when the big hit type is “Random hit” with 2R big hit, as a one round opening mode, the big winning opening is closed for 0.5 seconds and then closed. In the 2R jackpot gaming state, one round of release mode is repeated two rounds, that is, twice.

  FIG. 7C is a diagram showing a variation pattern type determination table used when determining the variation pattern type. The variation pattern type is a category in which variation patterns such as the type of reach are roughly classified (type). As the variation pattern types, for example, non-reach where the reach effect is not executed, normal reach where the normal reach effect is executed, and super reach where the super reach effect is executed are provided. The variation pattern type includes a determination value determined to be a jackpot determination and a distribution ratio according to the determination result of the jackpot type determination, and a value extracted from random 3 when the variation display is permitted to start. It is performed using.

  Regarding the variation pattern type determination table, when the determination result is normal hitting time, the number of determination values is distributed so that it is determined to be normal reach at a rate of 40% and super reach at a rate of 60%. Yes. Specifically, for example, when “0 to 999” can be set as the number of determination values, “0 to 399” is determined as the number of determination values determined to be normal reach. That is, “400 to 999” is defined as the number of determination values determined to be super reach.

  Further, with respect to the variation pattern type determination table, when the determination result is at the time of a probable change, the number of determination values is distributed so that it is determined to be normal reach at a rate of 15% and super reach at a rate of 85%. It has been. In this way, when 15R is a big hit, the super reach is determined at a higher rate than the normal reach as the variation pattern type.

  In addition, regarding the variation pattern type determination table, when the determination result is a sudden hit, the number of determination values is distributed so that it is determined to be non-reach at a rate of 40% and normal reach at a rate of 60%. It has been.

  Further, regarding the variation pattern type determination table, when the determination result is out of order and the number of reserved memories at the start of variation is 2 or less, it is determined to be non-reach at a rate of 85%, and is determined to be normal reach at a rate of 14%. The number of determination values is distributed so that it is determined that super reach is achieved at a rate of 1%.

  Further, regarding the variation pattern type determination table, when the determination result is out of order and the number of reserved memories at the start of variation is 3 or more, it is determined to be non-reach at a rate of 95%, and it is determined to be normal reach at a rate of 4%. The number of determination values is distributed so that it is determined that super reach is achieved at a rate of 1%.

  In this way, when it is other than 15R big hit, the non-reach is selected as a variation pattern type at a high rate, and the normal reach is selected as a variation pattern type as a reach at a high rate.

  Here, with reference to FIG. 7D, the number of determination values set according to the ratio for determining the variation pattern type at the time of loss will be described. FIG. 7D is a diagram for explaining the number of determination values corresponding to the number of reserved storage at the time of loss.

  “0-849” is defined as the number of determination values determined to be non-reach as the number of determination values when the number of outliers and the number of pending storages is 2 or less, and the number of determination values determined to be normal reach “850 to 989” is determined, and “990 to 999” is determined as the number of determination values determined to be super reach, and is set to the ratio shown in FIG.

  In addition, as the number of determination values when the number of out-of-hold storages is 3 or more, “0-949” is defined as the number of determination values determined to be non-reach, and the determination value determined to be normal reach “950 to 989” is defined as the number, and “990 to 999” is defined as the number of determination values determined to be super-reach, and is set to the ratio shown in FIG.

  Note that the number of determination values including “950 to 989” is determined as the number of determination values determined to be normal reach at any of the normal hit, the probability change hit, and the sudden hit shown in FIG. In addition, the number of determination values including “990 to 999” is determined as the number of determination values determined to be super reach.

  From the above, when the value extracted from random 3 is “950 to 989” which is the specific value, the determination value is determined so that it is determined as normal reach regardless of the winning failure and the number of reserved storage. For example, the determination value that is determined to be normal reach when the number of out-of-hold memories is 3 or more is set as the determination value that is determined to be normal reach even if the number of out-of-hold memories is 2 or less, that is, a common determination value. . In addition, the determination value determined to be normal reach when the number of held memories is 3 or more is a determination value determined to be normal reach at any time of normal hit, at the time of probability variation, or at the time of sudden hit, that is, as a common determination value Is set.

  In addition, when the value extracted from the random number 3 is a special value “990 to 999”, the determination value is determined so that it is determined to be super reach regardless of the winning failure and the number of stored storage. For example, the determination value that is determined to be super-reach when the number of out-of-hold storages is 3 or more is set as the determination value that is determined to be super-reach even if the number of out-of-hold storages is 2 or less, that is, a common determination value. ing. Further, the determination value determined to be super reach when the number of stored storages is 3 or more is the determination value determined to be super reach in any of the normal hit, the probability change hit, and the sudden hit, that is, a common determination It is set as a value.

  In addition, when there is a divergence, the probability of reaching reach in the variation display becomes lower when the number of reserved storage at the start of variation is 3 or more than when it is 2 or less, that is, the larger the number of reserved storage is. The distribution rate is set so that the smaller the number, the higher the probability of reaching the variation display. The variation time specified from the variation pattern in the present embodiment is set so that the variation pattern that reaches reach is longer than the variation pattern that does not reach reach. As a result, when the number of reserved memories is large, the rate at which the variation pattern to reach is selected is low. As a result, the average fluctuation time can be shortened, and the occurrence of invalid start-up that is not reserved and stored because the number of reserved memories is the upper limit can be reduced.

  The CPU 56 of the game control microcomputer 560 determines the variation pattern type according to the distribution ratio shown in FIG. 7C based on the value extracted from the random number 3 at the time of starting winning.

  The appearance rate of various variation pattern types when the distribution rate is set as described above will be described.

  FIG. 8 is a diagram for explaining the appearance rate for each combination of the determination result and the variation pattern type. The appearance rate is calculated according to the distribution ratios defined in the various tables shown in FIGS. 7A to 7C, and specifically, is calculated from the distribution ratios shown in FIGS. 7A and 7B. It is calculated by multiplying the ratio of each determination result and the distribution rate corresponding to each determination result shown in FIG. In addition, the appearance rate shown in FIG. 8 illustrates the case where it is not a jackpot probability in the probability variation state but a jackpot probability in the normal gaming state.

  FIG. 8A is a diagram for explaining the appearance rate for each variation pattern type when a big hit is made on the first special symbol side.

  The probability of occurrence per normal variation + normal reach is the probability of big hit “0.33%”, the distribution rate per probability variation “50%” on the first special symbol side, and the probability of “15%” normalizing per probability variation. By multiplying, “0.025%” is calculated. In the same manner, the appearance rate of per-variable + super reach is “0.14%”, the appearance rate of normal + normal is “0.033%”, and the appearance rate of normal + super reach is “0.05%”. The appearance rate of accuracy + normal reach is “0.05%”, and the appearance rate of accuracy + non-reach is “0.03%”.

  FIG. 8B is a diagram for explaining the appearance rate for each variation pattern type when a big hit is made on the second special symbol side.

  Percentage of probability variation + normal reach is "0.038%", Percentage of probability variation + superreach is "0.21%", Percentage of normal + normal reach is "0.033%", per normal + super The appearance rate of reach is “0.05%”.

  FIG. 8C is a diagram for explaining the appearance rate for each variation pattern type when the number of reserved storage at the start of variation is 2 or less, which is a deviation. The appearance rate of normal reach is “13.9%”, the appearance rate of super reach is “0.99%”, and the appearance rate of non-reach is “84.7%”.

  FIG. 8D is a diagram for explaining the appearance rate for each variation pattern type when the number of reserved storage at the start of variation is 3 or more, which is a deviation. The appearance rate of normal reach is “3.98%”, the appearance rate of super reach is “0.99%”, and the appearance rate of non-reach is “94.6%”.

  Next, based on the appearance rate for each variation pattern type shown in FIG. 8, the jackpot reliability, which is the ratio of the big hit for each variation pattern type to be reached, will be described. FIG. 9 is a diagram for explaining the jackpot reliability for each variation pattern type to be reached.

  FIG. 9A is a diagram showing the jackpot reliability when the number of reserved memories is 2 or less and appears as a variation pattern type on the first special symbol side.

  The jackpot reliability of normal reach is the figure of the total appearance rate of probability variation + normal reach shown in FIG. 8A, normal hit + normal reach, sudden accuracy + normal reach, and normal reach shown in FIG. 8C. It is calculated as “0.77%” from the ratio of the total appearance rate of probability variation + normal reach, normal reach + normal reach, and sudden accuracy + normal reach shown in 8 (a). Similarly, the super-reach big hit reliability is “16%”.

  FIG. 9B is a diagram illustrating the jackpot reliability when the number of reserved memories is 3 or more and appears as a variation pattern type on the first special symbol side. The normal reach jackpot reliability is “2.6%”, and the super reach jackpot reliability is “16%”.

  FIG. 9C is a diagram showing an average value of the jackpot reliability when the variable pattern type appears on the first special symbol side shown in FIGS. 9A and 9B. The jackpot reliability of normal reach on the first special symbol side is “1.7%”, and the jackpot reliability of super reach is “16%”.

  FIG. 9D is a diagram showing the jackpot reliability when the number of reserved memories is 2 or less and appears as a variation pattern type on the second special symbol side. The normal reach jackpot reliability is "0.5%", and the super reach jackpot reliability is "20%".

  FIG. 9E is a diagram showing the jackpot reliability when the number of reserved memories is 3 or more and appears as a variation pattern type on the second special symbol side. The normal hit jackpot reliability is “1.7%”, and the super hit jackpot reliability is “21%”.

  FIG. 9 (f) is a diagram showing the average value of the jackpot reliability when it appears as the variation pattern type on the second special symbol side shown in FIGS. 9 (d) and 9 (e). The jackpot reliability of normal reach on the second special symbol side is “1.1%”, and the jackpot reliability of super reach is “21%”.

  From the above, regardless of whether it is the first special symbol side or the second special symbol side and the number of reserved memories is 2 or less, the variation pattern type is normal reach when it is super reach. It can be said that the reliability of the big hit is higher than there is.

  Next, the fluctuation pattern will be described. At the start of variation, one variation pattern is determined based on a random number extracted from random 4 from variation patterns belonging to the determined variation pattern type. A plurality of types of variation patterns are determined corresponding to each of the plurality of types of variation pattern types described above. The variation pattern specifies a variation display time from when the variation display is started until the display result is derived and displayed. Based on the variation pattern, the variation display mode when the symbol is variably displayed and the effect executed during the variation display are also specified.

  The variation pattern belonging to non-reach includes a variation pattern that does not generate reach. Variation patterns belonging to normal reach include variation patterns that generate reach but do not generate special effects. The variation pattern belonging to the super reach includes a variation pattern that generates reach and generates a special effect. The variation time specified from the variation pattern is set so that the variation pattern belonging to non-reach is the shortest, the variation pattern belonging to normal reach is the next shortest, and the variation pattern belonging to super reach is the longest. The plurality of types of variation patterns include, for example, variation patterns capable of performing effects such as “slip” and “pseudo-continuous”.

  In the variation pattern in which the slide effect is executed, the effect symbols are changed in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” symbol display areas 9L, 9C, and 9R, and then two or more symbol display areas (for example, “ After the effect symbols are temporarily stopped and displayed in the “left” and “right” symbol display areas 9L and 9R), a predetermined number (for example, “1” or “2”) of the symbols displayed in the temporarily stopped display are displayed. In the display area (for example, one or both of the “left” symbol display area 9L and the “right” symbol display area 9R, in this embodiment, the “right” symbol display area 9R), the effect symbols are changed again. The effect display for changing the effect symbol to be stopped and displayed is performed by stopping the display after the display. In addition, by notifying the player that the effect symbol that has been stopped and displayed is not finalized (final stop), such as by displaying fluctuation fluctuation in the temporary stop display, or by changing the effect symbol again after a short temporary stop. Is preferred. In addition, the effect design may be re-variable after the effect design is temporarily stopped to the extent that the player recognizes that the stop-displayed effect design has been confirmed.

  In the variation pattern in which the pseudo-continuous effect is executed, within the variation time determined for one start winning prize, in order to make it appear as if a plurality of symbol variation displays have been executed for one starting winning prize. After temporarily stopping a predetermined symbol combination for all symbol sequences (left, middle, right), after executing a re-variable display for a predetermined number of times to resume the variable display (hereinafter also referred to as re-variation) In the final variation, an effect display for stopping and displaying the final stop symbol is performed.

  When the game control microcomputer 560 starts the fluctuation display, the game control microcomputer 560 indicates the start of the fluctuation display and the fluctuation pattern command indicating the determined fluctuation pattern, whether or not to win, and the type of hit (displacement, probability change hit, A display result designation command indicating a normal hit and a sudden hit) is output to the production control microcomputer 100. The fluctuation pattern command is a command that can specify whether to start the fluctuation display corresponding to the first special symbol side or to start the fluctuation display corresponding to the second special symbol side. May be. The effect control microcomputer 100 controls to start the decorative symbol variation display based on the variation pattern command and the display result designation command, and controls the effect display device 9 to start the variation symbol variation display.

  In addition, the game control microcomputer 560 transmits the symbol confirmation designation command when the variation time specified from the variation pattern that has been determined has elapsed since the transmission pattern command is transmitted and the display result is confirmed and displayed. And output to the production control microcomputer. The effect control microcomputer 100 performs control so as to confirm the end of the decoration symbol variation display based on the symbol confirmation designation command, and controls the effect display device 9 to confirm the end of the variation display of the effect symbol.

  The game control microcomputer 560 also includes a jackpot start designation command for designating the start of 15R jackpot, a jackpot end designation command for designating the end of the 15R jackpot, and a sudden start for designating the start of the jackpot. A designation command and a sudden end specification command for designating the end of the sudden hit are output to the effect control microcomputer.

  In addition, the game control microcomputer 560 provides the first start prize designation command for designating that the first start prize has been given and the second start prize designation command for designating that the second start prize has been given. Output to the microcomputer. The first start prize designation command and the second start prize designation command may be collectively referred to as a start prize designation command. As will be described later, the start winning designation command can specify the result of the prefetch determination including information such as the winning type and the variation pattern type.

  Pre-reading means that the random number extracted at the start of variation based on the random number value extracted at the time of starting winning, or before setting the variation pattern, that is, when the starting winning occurs, the random number value extracted based on the starting winning is fluctuated. It means to determine in advance how to be determined at the start timing. Further, the prefetch determination result refers to a determination result obtained by prefetching. In the present embodiment, based on the random number value extracted at the time of starting winning, control for prefetching the hit determination and the variation pattern type and obtaining the prefetching determination result is executed as soon as possible at the time of starting winning. The prefetch determination result is configured to be specified by a start winning designation command. In the present embodiment, as will be described later, based on the start winning designation command, the advance notice is executed from the stage before the start of variable display by the start winning.

  In the effect control microcomputer 100, based on the start winning designation command, processing for holding display, processing for determining whether or not to execute the pre-reading effect, and the like are performed. The pre-reading effect refers to an effect that continuously notifies the information regarding the pre-reading determination result over a plurality of variable displays from the stage before the start of the variable display due to the start winning, and is suspended in the present embodiment. This is executed by changing the display mode of the display.

  In the present embodiment, an example will be described in which the prefetch determination result and the start winning, that is, the fact that the start winning is held, are specified by the start winning designation command. However, the prefetch determination is performed by the start winning designation command. Only the result is specified, and it is possible to specify which of the first reserved memory and the second reserved memory has been increased with respect to the fact that it has been stored, a command different from the start winning designation command (for example, the first reserved memory or the second reserved memory) It may be configured to be specified by a hold storage command or the like.

  As described above, the effect control microcomputer analyzes the instruction content based on the command from the game control microcomputer, and controls the effect design and the sound output control from the speaker 27 in response to the received command. And various effects control such as light emission control of various lamps. The effect control command has a 2-byte structure, and the first byte represents MODE (command type), and the second byte represents EXT (command content).

FIG. 10 is a flowchart showing an example of a special symbol process (S31) program executed by the game control microcomputer 560 (specifically, the CPU 56) mounted on the main board 31. As described above, in the special symbol process, a process for controlling the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b and the special winning opening is executed. In the special symbol process, the CPU 56 detects that the game ball has won the first start port switch 13a or the second start port 14 for detecting that the game ball has won the first start game port 13. If the second start opening switch 14a is turned on, that is, if a start winning is generated, a start opening switch passing process is executed (S300, S301). Then, any one of S302 to S312 is performed. If the first start Doguchi switch 13a or the second start hole switch 14a has not been turned on, depending on the internal state, do any of the of the S302～S312. The processes of S302 to S312 are as follows.

  Special symbol normal processing (S302): Executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is zero. When the microcomputer for game control 560 is in a state where the variable symbol special display can be started, the game control microcomputer 560 checks the number of stored numerical data (the number of reserved memories) stored in the reserved memory number buffer. The number of numerical data stored in the reserved storage number buffer can be confirmed by the count value of the total reserved storage number counter. If the count value of the total reserved memory number counter is not 0, it is determined whether or not the display result of the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol is a big hit. In case of big hit, set big hit flag. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (1 in this example) according to S303. The jackpot flag is reset when the jackpot game ends.

  Fluctuation pattern setting process (S303): executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 1. Also, based on the random values extracted from random 3 and random 4, a variation pattern type is determined, one variation pattern is determined from the variation patterns belonging to the variation pattern type, and a variation time (variation display time: It is determined that the time from when the variable display is started until the display result is derived and displayed (stop display) is set as the variable time of the special symbol variable display. Also, a variable time timer for measuring the special symbol variable time is started. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to S304 (2 in this example).

  Display result designation command transmission process (S304): This process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 2. Control for transmitting a display result designation command to the production control microcomputer 100 is performed. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to S305 (3 in this example).

  Special symbol variation processing (S305): This processing is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 3. When the variation time of the variation pattern selected in the variation pattern setting process elapses (the variation time timer set in S303 times out, that is, the variation time timer value becomes 0), the internal state (special symbol process flag) is set to S306. Update to the corresponding value (4 in this example).

  Special symbol stop process (S306): This is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 4. The variable display on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b is stopped, and the stopped symbol is derived and displayed. Further, control for transmitting a symbol confirmation designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 is performed. If the big hit flag is set, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (5 in this example) corresponding to S307. When the big hit flag is not set, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (0 in this example) corresponding to S302. The effect control microcomputer 100 controls the effect display device 9 to confirm the stop of the effect symbol and the decorative symbol when the symbol confirmation designation command transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560 is received.

  Pre-round start process (S307): executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 5. In the pre-round start process, control is performed to open the special winning opening. Specifically, a counter (for example, a counter that counts the number of game balls that have entered the big prize opening) is initialized, and the solenoid 21 is driven to open the big prize opening. Also, the execution time of the in-round processing is set by the timer, and the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to S308 (6 in this example). Note that the pre-round start process is executed for each round, but when starting the first round, the pre-round start process is a process for starting a big hit game. In addition, when the big hit gaming state is the probability variation state, and the probability variation flag is set, the probability variation flag is reset (regardless of whether or not the big hit is a probability variation that is a probability variation. ) In addition, when the big hit gaming state is the time-short state, and the time-short flag is set, the time-short flag is reset.

  In-round processing (S308): Executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 6. A control for transmitting a presentation control command for round display during the big hit gaming state to the microcomputer 100 for the presentation control, a process for confirming the establishment of the closing condition of the big prize opening, and the like are performed. If the closing condition for the special prize opening is satisfied and there are still remaining rounds, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to S307 (5 in this example). The closing condition of the big prize opening in the present embodiment is, for example, that a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls wins the big prize opening, or a predetermined time (for example, 15R big hit 29 after the big prize opening is opened). Seconds, 2R big hit is 0.5 seconds). When all rounds are completed, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to S309 (7 in this example).

  Big Hit End Process (S309): This process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 7. Control for causing the microcomputer 100 for effect control to perform display control for notifying the player that the big hit gaming state has ended is performed. In addition, a process for setting a flag indicating a gaming state (for example, a probability change flag or a time reduction flag) is performed. Specifically, the probability variation flag is set when the probability variation jackpot that occurs when the probability variation symbol or the rush probability symbol stops and the non-probability variation jack that occurs when the normal symbol pattern stops is terminated. Set. Also, a process for resetting the big hit flag is performed. When the prefetch big hit flag is set, the flag is reset. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to S302 (0 in this example).

  Note that the look-ahead jackpot flag may be reset at the timing when the variable display based on the hold storage ends. As a result, since the pre-reading determination described later can be performed for the starting winnings won during the big hit game, the pre-reading effect based on the pre-reading determination result can be performed from when the big hit is completed. For example, after the big hit game is over, the pre-reading effect can be performed from the first variation display to a plurality of variation displays thereafter.

  FIG. 11 is a flowchart showing the start port switch passing process of S301. In the start port switch passing process executed when at least one of the first start port switch 13a and the second start port switch 14a is in the on state, the CPU 56 is turned on by the first start port switch 13a. Whether or not (S211). If the first start port switch 13a is on, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the value of the first reserved memory number counter for counting the first reserved memory number is 4 (S212). If the value of the first reserved memory number counter is 4, the process proceeds to S221.

  If the value of the first reserved memory number counter is not 4, the CPU 56 increases the value of the first reserved memory number counter by 1 (S213). Further, the CPU 56 corresponds to the value of the total reserved storage number counter in the reserved storage specific information storage area (hold specific area) for storing the winning order to the first start winning opening 13 and the second start winning opening 14. Data indicating “first” is set in the area (S214).

  In this embodiment, when the first start opening switch 13a is turned on (that is, when a game ball starts and wins the first start winning opening 13), data indicating “first” is set, When the second start port switch 14a is turned on (that is, when a game ball starts and wins the second start winning port 14), data indicating “second” is set. For example, the CPU 56 sets 01 (H) as data indicating “first” when the first start port switch 13 a is turned on in the reserved storage specifying information storage area (holding specified area), 2 When the start port switch 14a is turned on, 02 (H) is set as data indicating “second”. In this case, when there is no corresponding reserved storage, 00 (H) is set in the reserved storage specific information storage area (hold specific area).

  FIG. 13A is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of a reserved storage specifying information storage area (holding specified area). As shown in FIG. 13A, an area corresponding to the maximum value (8 in this example) of the total reserved memory number counter is secured in the reserved specific area. FIG. 13A shows an example in which the value of the total pending storage number counter is 5. As shown in FIG. 13A, an area corresponding to the maximum value (8 in this example) of the total reserved memory number counter is secured in the reserved specific area, and the first start winning opening 13 or the second start Data indicating “first” or “second” is set in the order of winning based on winning in the winning opening 14. Therefore, in the reserved storage specific information storage area (hold specific area), the winning order to the first start winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14 is stored. Note that the reserved specific area is formed in the RAM 55. “Formed in RAM” means an area in the RAM.

  FIG. 13B is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of an area (hold buffer) for storing random numbers and the like corresponding to the hold memory. As shown in FIG. 13B, a storage area corresponding to the upper limit value (4 in this example) of the first reserved storage number is secured in the first reserved storage buffer. In addition, a storage area corresponding to the upper limit value of the second reserved storage number (4 in this example) is secured in the second reserved storage buffer. The first reserved storage buffer and the second reserved storage buffer are formed in the RAM 55.

  Note that, as described above, the reserved storage method is not limited to using a plurality of areas such as the holding specific area and the storage area, and may be stored using one predetermined area. In the hold storage method, random numbers extracted due to winnings in the first starting winning port 13 and the second starting winning port 14 are respectively determined in the first starting winning port 13 and the second starting winning port 14. Any method may be used as long as the winning order can be specified up to the upper limit number (for example, 4). For example, in order to specify data for specifying which one of the first start winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14 is to be won and a random number extracted due to the winning using one area. It is also possible to store up to the upper limit number (for example, 4) determined for each of the first start winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14 in the order of winning.

  In the start port switch passing process, the CPU 56 extracts a value from the random number circuit 503 and a counter for generating a software random number, and executes a process of storing them in the storage area in the first reserved storage buffer (S215). In the process of S215, random R (a big hit determination random number) and random numbers 2, 3, and 4 (see FIG. 6) that are software random numbers are stored in the storage area. Thereby, the random number for determining the big hit, the random number for determining the big hit type, the random number for determining the variation pattern type, and the random number for determining the variation pattern are extracted and stored on hold.

  Note that the random number (random 4) for determining the variation pattern may be extracted at the start of the variation. This is because, in the prefetching process performed at the time of starting winning in the present embodiment, the variation pattern type is determined, but the variation pattern is not determined. Thus, for example, since the random number value extracted from the random 4 at the start of variation can be read out to the register and used to determine the variation pattern, the random number storage area can be reduced, and the RAM 50 use area can be reduced.

  Next, the CPU 56 increments the value of the total pending memory number counter indicating the total pending memory number that is the sum of the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number by 1 (S216). Then, the CPU 56 determines whether or not a prefetch big hit flag that is set when it is determined that the big hit is determined in the prefetch processing described later, that is, whether or not there is a pending storage that is a big hit (S217). .

  When the prefetch big hit flag is not set, a first prefetch process described later is performed (S218), and the process proceeds to S219. In the first look-ahead process, based on the random number value extracted by the first start winning this time, a process for pre-reading whether or not it is a win and what type of variation pattern type is performed.

  In S219, a first start winning designation command corresponding to the prefetch determination result in the first prefetch process is set. The set command is transmitted in the effect control command control process (S33 in FIG. 5). The first start winning designation command corresponding to the pre-reading determination result refers to a command for specifying the first start winning, the hit determination result of the start winning, and the variation pattern type.

  As will be described later, the effect control microcomputer 100 performs a hold display based on a start winning designation command corresponding to the prefetch determination result, and determines whether or not to execute the prefetch effect.

  When it is determined in S217 that the prefetch big hit flag is set, since there is already a holding memory that becomes a big hit, the process proceeds to S220 without performing the prefetch processing for the start winning. As a result, when there is a hold memory that is already a big hit, prefetch processing is performed on the subsequent hold memory, and an unnatural prefetch effect such as a big hit in the middle of the prefetch effect is prevented. can do.

  In the start port switch passing process of FIG. 11, the pre-reading process is performed for all start winnings without performing the process of S217 and the process of S227 described later, and the effect control microcomputer 100 side When a start winning designation command is received at, a process corresponding to the process of S217 and the process of S227 may be performed. Even in this case, it is possible to prevent an unnatural prefetch effect such as a big hit in the middle of the prefetch effect.

  In S220, a first start winning designation command with no determination result is set. Thereby, the hold display based on the start winning is performed.

  For S221 to S230, similarly to the processing shown in S211 to S220, on the condition that the second start port switch 14a is turned on, “2nd” is set in the reserved specific area and the extracted random number is stored in the second reserved memory. Is stored in the number buffer (S224, S225), and when the second prefetch process is performed based on the value of the total pending storage number counter, the prefetch big hit flag, etc., a second start winning designation command corresponding to the prefetch determination result is set. If the second look-ahead process is not performed (S230), a second start winning designation command without a determination result is set (S230).

  In addition, you may implement | achieve the process of S213-220 and the process of S223-230 by one common routine. In that case, the CPU 56 first sets data indicating “first” when detecting that the first start port switch 13a is turned on, and indicates that the second start port switch 14a is turned on. When data is detected, the data indicating “second” is set, and the common storage routine selects the reserved memory number buffer (first reserved memory number buffer or second reserved memory number buffer) according to the set data. Or a start prize designation command (first start prize designation command or second start prize designation command) is selected. As described above, when the processes of S213 to 220 and the processes of S223 to 230 are realized by one common routine, the reserved storage buffer includes the first reserved memory (first special symbol) and the second reserved memory (first 2 special symbols). Specifically, in such a common reserved storage buffer, information indicating whether the storage is “first” or “second” in the order in which winning occurs in each storage area, and extracted. Information indicating random values (random R, random 2, 3, 4, etc.) may be stored and read out according to the stored order and used for variable display. As in the case of the above-described embodiment, the maximum value of the number of reserved memories may be managed separately for each of the “first” and “second” reserved memories.

  FIG. 12 is a flowchart showing the first prefetch process of S218. The CPU 56 determines whether or not the random R value extracted in S215 is the normal (non-probability variation state) jackpot determination value, that is, the common jackpot determination value (see FIG. 7A) (S241). . Thus, in the big hit determination in the prefetch process, the normal big hit determination value (common big hit determination value) is used. For this reason, there is an inconvenience that the actual variation display is out of sight even though it is determined to be a big hit in the prefetch process without prefetching whether or not the gaming state when actually starting the variation display is the probability variation state. Can be prevented. Note that the jackpot determination in the prefetching process may be performed using the jackpot determination value at the time of the probability change when the probability change state is in effect. Even in this case, when the prefetching big hit flag is set in S217 or S227 in FIG. 11, the prefetching process itself is not performed. Thus, it is possible to prevent wrinkles from occurring at the time of the prefetching process and at the time of starting the fluctuation.

  When it is determined in S241 that the value is not the big hit determination value, in S242, the variation pattern type is determined in accordance with the distribution ratio when the number of reserved storage is 3 or more, which is out of FIG. As described with reference to FIG. 7D, the value extracted from the random number 3 regardless of the number of reserved memories when the actual variation display becomes a win or when the actual variation display is started, In the case of a specific value that is determined to be normal reach when there is a deviation from FIG. 7C and the number of reserved memories is 3 or more, the reach is always normal reach in actual fluctuation display, and the deviation and hold in FIG. In the case of a special value that is determined to be super reach when the number of memories is 3 or more, it is always super reach in actual variation display. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the occurrence of inconvenience that the variation pattern belonging to the normal reach is not obtained in the actual variation display even though it is determined as the normal reach in the prefetching process. In addition, it is possible to prevent the occurrence of inconvenience that the fluctuation pattern belonging to the super reach is not obtained in the actual fluctuation display even though it is determined to be super reach in the prefetching process.

  On the other hand, when it is determined in S241 that it is a big hit determination value, the big hit type is determined based on the value extracted from random 2 in S215 with reference to the first special symbol side big hit type determination table shown in FIG. The type is determined (S243). Then, the CPU 56 sets a look-ahead jackpot flag when the jackpot type is a jackpot (S244). Note that the pre-fetch big hit flag may not be set when it is a sudden hit.

  In S245, the variation pattern type determination table corresponding to the jackpot type determined in S243 is referred to in the table shown in FIG. 7C, and the variation pattern type is determined based on the value extracted from random 3 in S215. judge. If it is determined in S241 that the game is a jackpot, a start winning designation command indicating a jackpot may be transmitted without determining the jackpot type and the variation pattern type.

  Although the first prefetch process has been described with reference to FIG. 12, in the second prefetch process, as in the first prefetch process, the prefetch determination is performed with reference to a predetermined table based on the random number value extracted based on the second start winning prize. Processing is performed. Specifically, in the second prefetch process, a process in which “first” in the first prefetch process is replaced with “second” is executed.

  14 and 15 are flowcharts showing the special symbol normal process (S302) in the special symbol process. In the special symbol normal process, the CPU 56 confirms the value of the total number of reserved storage (S51). Specifically, the count value of the total pending storage number counter is confirmed. If the total pending storage number is 0, the process is terminated.

  If the total pending storage number is not 0, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the first data among the data set in the pending specific area is data indicating “first” (S52). If it is data indicating “first”, a special symbol pointer (a flag indicating whether special symbol process processing is being performed for the first special symbol or special symbol process processing is being performed for the second special symbol) is set to “first”. 1 "is set (S53). If it is not data indicating “first”, that is, if it is data indicating “second”, data indicating “second” is set in the special symbol pointer (S54).

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

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

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

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

  Then, the CPU 56 stores the count value of the total pending storage number counter in a predetermined area of the RAM 55 (S57), and then decreases the value of the total pending storage number by one. That is, 1 is subtracted from the count value of the total pending storage number counter (S58).

  In the special symbol normal process, data indicating “first” indicating that the process is executed for the first start winning opening 13, that is, “first” indicating that the process is executed for the first special symbol is indicated. Data, or data indicating “second” indicating that the process is performed on the second start winning opening 14, that is, data indicating “second” indicating that the process is performed on the second special symbol, Set to a special symbol pointer. In the subsequent processing in the special symbol process, processing corresponding to the data set in the special symbol pointer is executed. Therefore, the process of S302-S309 can be made common by the case where the 1st special symbol is made object and the case where the 2nd special symbol is made object.

  Next, the CPU 56 reads a random R (a big hit determination random number) from the random number buffer area and executes a hit determination (S61, S62). In the hit determination, a big hit determination value (see FIG. 7A) determined in advance according to the gaming state is compared with a big hit determination random number, and if they match, a process of determining a big hit is executed. . In the hit determination at the start of variation, a determination value corresponding to the current gaming state is used. For this reason, even when it is determined not to be a hit at the time of pre-reading, a case where it is determined to be a hit at the start of fluctuation may occur. As a result, even when the pre-reading effect described above is not performed, the player can have a sense of expectation for winning.

  In the hit determination, when the gaming state is a probability variation state (high probability state), the probability that a big hit will be higher than when the gaming state is a non-probability variation state (a normal gaming state and a short time state). . Specifically, a jackpot determination table at the time of probability change in which a large number of jackpot determination values are set in advance and a normal jackpot determination table in which the number of jackpot determination values is set to be smaller than the jackpot determination table at the time of probability change ( 7A) is provided. Then, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the gaming state is a probability variation state. If the gaming state is a probability variation state, the CPU 56 performs a jackpot determination process using the jackpot determination table at the time of probability variation. In the normal gaming state, the big hit determination process is performed using the normal big hit determination table. That is, when the value of the big hit determination random number (random R) matches the big hit determination value, the CPU 56 determines that the special symbol is a big hit (probability big hit or normal big hit). If it is determined to be a big hit in S61, the process proceeds to S71. Note that deciding whether to win or not is to decide whether or not to shift to the big hit gaming state, but to decide whether or not to stop the special symbol display as a big hit symbol. But there is.

  Note that whether or not the current gaming state is the probability variation state is determined by whether or not the probability variation flag is set. The probability variation flag is set when the gaming state is shifted to the probability variation state, and is reset when the probability variation state is terminated. Specifically, the probability change flag is set in the process of ending the big hit game when it is determined to be the probability change hit or the odd hit, and is reset at the start of the big hit game when the next big hit occurs. (Even if the next big hit is a promising big hit, it is reset once at the start of the big hit game).

  If the value of the random R does not match any of the big hit determination values, the process proceeds to S75 as it is.

  In S71, the CPU 56 sets a big hit flag. Then, as the table used to determine the jackpot type as one of a plurality of types, when the first special symbol is targeted, the table on the first special symbol side shown in FIG. 7B is selected. When the second special symbol is targeted, the second special symbol side table shown in FIG. 7B is selected (S72). The type corresponding to the value of the random number (random 2) for determining the jackpot type stored in the random number buffer area is determined as the type of jackpot ("normal hit", "probability hit", "crash hit"). (S73). Further, the data indicating the determined jackpot type is set in the jackpot type buffer in the RAM 55 (S74). For example, when the jackpot type is “normal hit”, “01” is set as data indicating the jackpot type, and when the jackpot type is “probable hit”, “02” is set as data indicating the jackpot type, When the jackpot type is “Crash hit”, “03” is set as data indicating the jackpot type.

  Next, the CPU 56 determines a stop symbol of the special symbol (S75). Specifically, when the big hit flag is not set, “7” or “8” which is a loss symbol is determined as a special symbol stop symbol. When the big hit flag is set, according to the determination result of the big hit type, any one of “1” to “6” as the big hit symbol is determined as the special symbol stop symbol. In other words, when the big hit type is determined to be “hit hit”, “6” which is the hit hit symbol is determined as a special symbol stop symbol. When the “probable hit” is determined, any one of “1” to “3” is determined as the special symbol stop symbol, and when “normal hit” is determined, “4” or “5” is determined.

  Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the variation pattern setting process (S303) (S76).

  FIG. 16 is a flowchart showing the variation pattern setting process (S303) in the special symbol process. In the variation pattern setting process, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the big hit flag is set (S100).

  When the big hit flag is set, the table based on the big hit type stored in S74 is selected as a table used to determine the variation pattern type as one of a plurality of types (S101). For example, when it is a probability hit, a table determined so as to have a distribution ratio at the time of probability variation shown in FIG. 7C is selected. Select a table that is determined to have a distribution ratio of. Then, the process proceeds to S103.

  If the big hit flag is not set, in S102, a table is selected that is determined so as to be out of FIG. Then, the process proceeds to S103.

  In S103, the CPU 56 determines the variation pattern type based on the value of the variation pattern type determination random number (random 3) stored in the random number buffer area according to the determination value of the table selected in S101 or S102. .

  Next, the CPU 56 selects a variation pattern determination table used to select one variation pattern from a plurality of types of variation patterns according to the variation pattern type determined in S103 (S104). Further, the CPU 56 refers to the table selected in S104 and determines the variation pattern based on the value of the variation pattern determination random number (random 4) stored in the random number buffer area (S105). Thereby, it can be determined as any one of the variation patterns belonging to the variation pattern type.

  Next, an effect control command (variation pattern command) corresponding to the determined variation pattern is set (S106). Thereby, the fluctuation pattern command is transmitted to the production control microcomputer 100 in S33 of FIG.

  When the variation pattern command is set, a symbol variation designation command corresponding to a special symbol for starting variation display is also set. As a result, the symbol variation designation command is transmitted to the production control microcomputer 100 in S33 of FIG. The symbol variation designation command may be configured to be transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100 together with the variation pattern command in the same interrupt process. In the present embodiment, a display result designation command is set in the display result designation command transmission process of S304 in FIG. Thereby, the display result designation command is transmitted to the production control microcomputer 100 in S33 of FIG. As a result, for example, when the timer interrupt process of FIG. 5 is performed at the start of the variation, the symbol variation designation command is transmitted, and when the next timer interrupt processing is performed, the variation pattern command is transmitted. When the next timer interrupt process is performed, a display result designation command is transmitted.

  Also, the special symbol change is started (S107). For example, the start flag corresponding to the special symbol referred to in the special symbol display control process of S38 is set. Further, a value corresponding to the variation time corresponding to the selected variation pattern is set in the variation time timer formed in the RAM 55 (S108). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the display result designation command transmission process (S304) (S109).

  In the display result designation command transmission process (S304), control for transmitting the display result designation command is performed according to the determined jackpot type. In the special symbol changing process (S305) in the special symbol process, the variable time timer is decremented by 1, and when the variable time timer times out, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the special symbol stop process (S306). To do. In the special symbol stop process (S306) in the special symbol process, the special symbol change is terminated, and control is performed to derive and display the stop symbol on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b. A confirmation designation command is transmitted to the production control microcomputer 100.

  Next, the operation of the effect control means will be described. FIG. 17 is a flowchart showing main processing executed by the effect control microcomputer 100 (specifically, effect control CPU 101) as effect control means mounted on the effect control board 80. The effect control CPU 101 starts executing the main process when the power is turned on. In the main processing, first, initialization processing is performed for clearing the RAM area, setting various initial values, and initializing a timer for determining the activation control activation interval (for example, 2 ms) (S551). Thereafter, the effect control CPU 101 proceeds to a loop process for monitoring the timer interrupt flag (S552). When a timer interrupt occurs, the effect control CPU 101 sets a timer interrupt flag in the timer interrupt process. If the timer interrupt flag is set in the main process, the effect control CPU 101 clears the flag (S553), and executes the effect control process of S554 to S559.

  In the effect control process, the effect control CPU 101 first analyzes the received effect control command, and performs a command analysis process for setting a flag in accordance with the received effect control command (S554). Next, the effect control CPU 101 executes a hold storage display control process for controlling the display state of the combined hold storage display unit 18c (S555). The pre-reading effect described above is performed in the summed hold memory display unit 18c by the hold memory display control process. In addition, the effect control CPU 101 performs effect control process processing (S556). In the effect control process, the process corresponding to the current control state (effect control process flag) is selected from the processes corresponding to the control state, and display control of the effect display device 9 is executed.

  Next, a first decorative symbol display control process is performed (S557). In the first decorative symbol display control process, display control of the first decorative symbol display 9a is executed. Further, a second decorative symbol display control process is performed (S558). In the second decorative symbol display control process, display control of the second decorative symbol display 9b is executed. Furthermore, a random number update process for updating the count value of a counter (random counter) for generating a random number used for determining the aspect of the effect or the like is executed (S559). Thereafter, the process proceeds to S552. As in the special symbol process executed by the game control microcomputer 560, the first ornament symbol display control process and the second ornament symbol display control process are made common, that is, realized by one program module. Thus, the capacity of the program executed by the production control microcomputer 100 may be reduced.

  18 and 19 are flowcharts showing a specific example of the command analysis processing (S554). The effect control command received from the main board 31 is stored in the reception command buffer, but in the command analysis process, the effect control CPU 101 confirms the contents of the command stored in the command reception buffer.

  In the command analysis process, the effect control CPU 101 first checks whether or not a reception command is stored in a command reception buffer formed in the RAM (S611). Whether it is stored or not is determined by comparing the value of the command reception number counter with the read pointer. The case where both match is the case where the received command is not stored. When the received command is stored in the command receiving buffer, the effect control CPU 101 reads the received command from the command receiving buffer (S612). When reading is performed, the value of the read pointer is incremented by +2 (S613). The reason for +2 is that 2 bytes (1 command) are read at a time.

  As the command receiving buffer, for example, a ring buffer type command receiving buffer capable of storing six 2-byte effect control commands is used. Therefore, the command reception buffer is configured by a 12-byte area of reception command buffers 1 to 12. A command reception number counter indicating in which area the received command is stored is used. The command reception number counter takes a value from 0 to 11. The ring buffer format is not necessarily required.

  The effect control command transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560 is received by the interrupt process based on the effect control INT signal and stored in the command reception buffer. In the command analysis process, it is analyzed which command among the predetermined commands is the effect control command stored in the buffer area.

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

  If the received effect control command is a display result designation command (S617), the effect control CPU 101 stores the display result designation command in a display result designation command storage area formed in the RAM (S618).

  If the received effect control command is a symbol confirmation designation command (S621), the effect control CPU 101 sets a confirmation command reception flag (S622).

  If the received effect control command is a jackpot start designation command (S623), the effect control CPU 101 sets a jackpot start designation command reception flag (S624). If the received effect control command is a surprise start start accuracy start designation command (S625), the effect control CPU 101 sets a surprise start specification command reception flag (S626).

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

  If the received effect control command is a power failure recovery designation command received when the power failure is recovered (S633), a predetermined power failure recovery screen (notifying the player that the gaming state is continuing) is determined. Control for displaying information (screen for displaying information) is performed (S634).

  If the received effect control command is a jackpot end designation command (S641), the effect control CPU 101 sets a jackpot end designation command reception flag (S642). If the received effect control command is a sudden end specification command (S643), the effect control CPU 101 sets a sudden end specification command reception flag (S644).

  If the received effect control command is a special winning opening open designation command received when opening of the special winning opening is started (S645), the production control CPU 101 sets a special winning opening open flag (S646). ). Also, if the received effect control command is a command after opening a special prize opening that is received when the opening of the special prize opening ends (S647), the CPU 101 for effect control sets a flag after opening the special prize opening ( S648).

  If the received effect control command is a start prize designation command (S649), the effect control CPU 101 stores the start prize designation command in the start prize designation command storage area formed in the RAM, and holds display processing. 1 is added to the unprocessed number counter indicating the number of start winnings that have not yet been made (S650). As will be described later, on-hold is added and displayed based on the value of the unprocessed number counter.

  If the received effect control command is another command, the effect control CPU 101 executes processing corresponding to the received effect control command (S651), and proceeds to S611. The corresponding process is, for example, a process for setting a flag corresponding to the received command. Further, as a corresponding process, if the received effect control command is a fluctuation pattern command or a display result designation command received at the start of fluctuation, a process of adding 1 to a hold subtraction counter for subtracting and updating the hold display is applicable. . As will be described later, the hold is subtracted and displayed based on the value of the hold subtraction counter.

  FIG. 20 is an explanatory diagram showing random numbers used by the production control microcomputer 100. In FIG. 20, as an example, SR1-1 for determining the left stop symbol of the effect symbol, SR1-2 for determining the middle stop symbol of the effect symbol, SR1-3 for determining the right stop symbol of the effect symbol, pre-reading effect A random number SR2 for determining whether or not to execute, and a random number SR3 for determining a hold for starting the prefetching effect are used. The random numbers SR1-1 to SR3 are cyclically updated within a predetermined range, and are extracted at a timing determined for each. The update range of each of the random numbers SR1-1 to SR3 is not limited to the above, and any update range may be used. Note that random numbers other than these may be used to enhance the effect.

  Based on the random numbers extracted from the random numbers SR1-1 to SR1-3, the variation pattern command, and the display result designation command, the left to right stop symbols of the effect symbols are determined. For example, in the case of 15R big hit, it is determined as a combination of three. At the time of hitting or coming off, a combination other than three is determined according to the presence or absence of reach based on the variation pattern command.

  The pre-reading effect determination random number SR2 is a random number used to determine whether or not to execute the pre-reading effect based on the start winning designation command. In the present embodiment, the display color of the reserved memory display displayed on the total reserved memory display unit 18c based on the start winning designation command based on the random number SR2 extracted from the pre-reading effect determination random number SR2 is set to the normal color (for example, yellow). ) Is determined whether or not to display in a different notice color (for example, red). The random number SR3 for determining the pre-reading effect start hold is a random number used for determining the hold memory for starting the pre-reading effect, that is, the timing for starting the pre-reading effect, based on the number of reserved memories when executing the pre-reading effect. .

  The pre-reading effect in the present embodiment is a variable display based on the hold memory determined among the hold memories that are stored prior to the hold memory to be notified that there is a possibility that the display mode may be a specific display mode. At a related timing, the display is executed by displaying the display color of the reserved storage display subject to the notice in the color for the notice. The timing related to the variable display based on the determined hold storage may be a timing from the start of the variable display to the end thereof. For example, the timing at which the variable display is started, “left” to “left” Any timing may be used, such as the timing at which any of the “right” effect symbols is stopped and displayed, the timing before or after the above-described reach effect is executed, and the timing at which the variable display ends.

  When three hold memories are stored prior to the reserved storage subject to the advance notice, the hold subject to the advance notice at the timing related to the variable display based on the randomly stored hold memory among the three hold memories. The pre-reading effect is performed by displaying the display color of the memory display in the color for the advance notice. For this reason, it can be notified that there is a possibility that a specific display mode may be obtained in each variable display started before the variable display to be notified.

  FIG. 21 is a flowchart showing the hold storage display control process of S555. In the hold memory display control process, a process for displaying the hold memory and a process related to the execution of the prefetch effect are performed based on the start winning designation command. First, it is determined whether or not the value of the unprocessed number counter added in S650 is 1 or more (S660). When it is determined that the value of the unprocessed number counter is “1” or more, processing for holding display is executed.

  In S661, it is determined whether a pre-reading effect execution flag or a pre-reading effect flag is set (S661). The pre-reading effect in-progress flag is a flag indicating that the hold storage display is displayed in the notice color and the pre-reading effect is actually being executed, and is set in S677 described later. The prefetch effect flag is a flag indicating that it is determined to perform the prefetch effect, and is set in S668 in FIG.

  When it is determined in S661 that neither the pre-reading effect execution flag nor the pre-reading effect flag is set, the number of the hold memories that have not yet started the variable display including the current hold memory (hereinafter referred to as the unchanged hold memory). It is determined whether or not (referred to as a number) is 2 or more (S662). As a result, it is determined whether there is a pending storage in which the variation display has not yet started other than the variation display based on the stored retention stored this time, and whether or not it is a pending storage state in which a prefetch effect can be executed. If it is determined in S662 that the unchanged number of reserved storage is not 2 or more, the process proceeds to S671 described later.

  If it is determined in S662 that the number of unchanged pending storages is 2 or more, it is determined whether the corresponding start winning designation command is a predetermined command (S663). The predetermined command may be any command that causes the player to execute an effect that gives the player a sense of expectation for a big hit. In the present embodiment, a start winning designation command indicating a big win or a super reach effect is provided. Is a start winning designation command indicating a variation pattern type for executing. By S663, it is determined whether or not the current hold storage satisfies a predetermined condition.

  When it is determined in S663 that the start winning designation command is not a predetermined command, the value of the prefetch effect prohibition counter for determining whether or not the so-called gusset notice is being controlled is “0”. It is determined whether or not (S664). The pre-reading effect prohibition counter is set on the condition that, in the variable display based on the hold storage in which the pre-reading effect is executed, when it does not become a big hit and does not become super reach, that is, the prefetching effect of the gusset is executed (for example, This is a counter for restricting that the pre-reading effect is newly executed until “4” is set as the counter value) and then a predetermined number of times (for example, four times) of fluctuation display is performed. The pre-reading effect prohibition counter is decremented by 1 every time the variable display ends when it is 1 or more. When it is determined in S664 that the value of the prefetch effect prohibition counter is not “0”, the process proceeds to S671 described later. As a result, when the value of the prefetch effect prohibition counter is not “0”, execution of the prefetch effect for the reserved memory that is neither a big hit nor a super reach is prohibited.

  When it is determined in S663 that the command is a predetermined command, or when it is determined in S664 that the value of the prefetch effect prohibition counter is “0”, the process proceeds to S666 to determine whether or not to execute the prefetch effect. Thereby, when the start winning designation command is a predetermined command, and when the value of the prefetch effect prohibition counter is “0” and the prefetch effect is not prohibited, the prefetch effect can be executed. The determination as to whether or not to execute the pre-reading effect is made using the table shown in FIG. This will be described later. In S666, it is determined that the pre-reading effect is not to be executed if the start winning designation command has not been determined.

  In S667, it is determined whether or not it is determined to perform the prefetching effect in S666. When it is determined in S667 that the prefetch effect is not executed, the process proceeds to S671 described later. On the other hand, when it is determined in S667 that the pre-reading effect is to be executed, the pre-reading determination result including information such as the hit type and the variation pattern type specified from the start winning designation command is set as the pre-reading effect flag (S668). Thereby, in the prefetch effect setting process, any of the prefetch determination results can be specified based on the prefetch effect flag, for example, whether it is a probability variation hit, a normal hit, a sudden hit probability, and a variation Whether the pattern type is normal reach or super reach can be specified.

  In S669, the hold memory for starting the prefetching effect is determined. The hold storage for starting the prefetch effect is also referred to as the effect start hold. The determination of the production start hold is performed using the table shown in FIG. This will be described later.

  In S670, the production start timing for specifying the timing to start the prefetching production is set based on the production start suspension. The effect start timing refers to the number of times of change display until the effect start hold is started.

  In S671, after 1 is added to the value of the hold memory counter, the hold display is performed. Next, 1 is subtracted from the value of the unprocessed number counter (S668), and the process proceeds to S660 again.

  Returning to S661, when it is determined that the pre-reading effect execution flag or the pre-reading effect flag is set, that is, when the pre-reading effect is already being executed or scheduled to be executed, the target of the pre-reading effect indicates other than a big hit. It is determined whether or not the current start winning designation command, which is a pending storage and the starting winning designation command currently being determined, is a start winning designation command indicating a big hit (S674). When a big hit is made due to the pre-stored effect target storage being executed or scheduled to be executed, or when the pre-reading effect is made based on the current start winning designation command, the process proceeds to S671.

  On the other hand, when it is determined that the target of the pre-reading effect is other than the big hit and the current start winning designation command is a big hit, that is, the target of the pre-reading effect that is being executed or is scheduled to be executed. If the so-called true advance notice is possible with the current start winning designation command, the process proceeds to S671 in order to execute the pre-reading effect with the hold storage display corresponding to the current start winning designation command. Then, the hold storage display is displayed in a notice color. As a result, when the pre-reading effect is being executed or is being executed for a holding memory that is not a big hit, when the start winning designation command that is a big hit is received, the pre-reading effect that is being executed is scheduled to be ended or executed. Instead of the display, the pre-reading effect can be executed by the hold storage display corresponding to the current start winning designation command.

  When it is determined in S660 that the value of the unprocessed number counter is not “1” or more, that is, when it is determined that the unprocessed number is 0, it is determined whether or not it is the production start timing set in S670. (S676). Specifically, it is determined whether or not it is the timing related to the variable display based on the production start hold determined in S669.

  When it is determined in S676 that it is the production start timing, in S677, a pre-reading effect execution flag is set, and in S678, the display color of the reserved storage display of the pre-reading effect target is switched to the notice color and the pre-reading effect is executed. To do. As a result, the pre-reading effect is displayed in the variation display resulting from the establishment of the start condition regardless of whether the variation display resulting from the establishment of the first start condition is being performed or the variation display resulting from the establishment of the second start condition is being performed. Even so, it can be started from the timing related to the variable display based on the determined production start suspension. That is, the determination of the pre-reading effect is performed without distinction regardless of the variation display of any special symbol, and the content of the determined pre-reading effect is reflected in the same manner even when the variation display of any special symbol is started. Therefore, the pre-reading effect can be executed in the same manner for any special symbol variation display. When it is determined in S676 that it is not the production start timing or the production start timing is not set, and after the processing of S678 is performed, the process proceeds to S679.

  In S679, it is determined whether or not the value of the pending subtraction counter added in S651 is “1” or more. When it is determined that the number is not 1 or more, the hold storage display control process is terminated as it is. When it is determined that the number is 1 or more, after the value of the reserved memory counter is subtracted, a process of subtracting and updating the held display (shifting by one) is performed (S680). Next, 1 is subtracted from the value of the pending subtraction counter (S681).

  Further, in S682, it is determined whether or not the pre-reading effect is ended by subtracting and updating the hold display. If it is determined in S682 that the process has ended, it is determined in S683 whether the result of the variable display that was the target of the prefetch effect is a big hit or the current variable display is super reach based on the prefetch effect flag. . That is, it is determined whether the executed prefetching effect is a so-called true notice or a gusset notice.

  If it is determined in S683 that the result of the variable display that was the target of the prefetch effect is a big hit or super reach, that is, if it is determined that the executed prefetch effect is a true advance notice, the process proceeds to S685. Then, the prefetch effect flag and the prefetch effect execution flag are reset, and the on-hold storage display control process is terminated.

  On the other hand, when it is not determined that the pre-reading effect executed in S683 is a true notice, the pre-reading effect for prohibiting the frustrating notice from being performed until the subsequent variable display is performed a specified number of times (for example, four times). “4” is set to the value of the prohibition counter (S684), and the process proceeds to S685. As a result, it is possible to prohibit the pre-reading effect from being performed as a gusset notice while the specified number of times fluctuation display is performed.

  In the present embodiment, the unprocessed number counter is incremented by 1 based on the reception of the start winning designation command transmitted at the start prize (S650), and the pending memory counter is incremented by 1 based on the unprocessed number counter. Addition update is performed (S671), 1 is added to the hold subtraction counter based on reception of the hold memory number subtraction designation command transmitted at the start of the variable display (S651), and the hold memory counter is decremented by 1 based on the hold subtraction counter. The example in which the display subtraction update is performed (S681) has been described. However, the addition method of the hold memory counter and the hold display update method are not limited to this, and any method may be used. For example, without providing an unprocessed number counter or a hold subtraction counter, a hold memory counter is incremented by 1 based on reception of a start winning designation command and a hold display addition update is performed to receive a command transmitted at the start of a change such as a change pattern command. On the basis of this, the hold memory counter may be decremented by 1 and the hold display subtraction update may be performed.

  Further, the present invention is not limited to providing an unprocessed number counter and a hold subtraction counter. For example, a current hold memory counter and a previous hold memory counter are provided. 21 is updated by one, and the current value of the pending memory counter is compared with the value of the previous pending memory counter in S660 of FIG. When the value is larger than the value, the process may be shifted to S661 and the previous value of the reserved memory counter may be updated by one. In S651 of FIG. 19, the current pending memory counter is updated by 1 on the basis of reception of the pending memory count subtraction designation command. In S660 of FIG. 21, the current pending memory counter value and the previous pending memory counter value are updated. In comparison, when the previous value of the pending memory counter is larger than the current value of the pending memory counter, the pending display subtraction may be updated and the previous value of the pending memory counter may be updated by one.

  FIG. 22 is a diagram for explaining a prefetch effect determination table used for determining whether or not to execute a prefetch effect in S666 of FIG. The pre-reading effect determination table is stored in the ROM on the effect control board side. The pre-reading effect determination table is a determination for determining the execution of the pre-reading effect so as to have the probability shown in FIG. 22 according to the pre-reading determination result specified from the received start winning designation command and the current number of reserved memories. A value is defined.

  Whether or not to execute the pre-reading effect is determined according to the distribution ratio determined for each combination of the big hit type and the variation pattern type when the big hit time.

  FIG. 22 (A) is a diagram for explaining a big hit prefetch effect determination table that is referred to when a big hit. The pre-reading performance execution probability is a big hit on the first special symbol side, which is “80%” when probability variation + normal reach, “70%” when probability variation + super reach, and normal hit + normal reach “75%” is set for some cases, “60%” is set for normal hits + super reach, and “80%” is set for hits per unit + normal reach.

  In addition, the pre-reading effect execution probability when a big hit is made on the second special symbol side is set to the same probability as the probability explained on the first special symbol side. Note that the pre-reading effect execution probability at the time of the big hit may be different between the first special symbol side and the second special symbol side.

  FIG. 22B is a diagram for explaining a loss-read-ahead effect determination table that is referred to at the time of loss. The pre-reading effect execution probability is out of the way, and when the current (pre-read) reserved memory number (unchanged reserved memory number) is 2 or less, it is “25%” for normal reach and “30%” for super reach. Is set to Further, when the current number of reserved storages is 3 or more, “30%” is set for normal reach, and “40%” is set for super reach.

  Based on the value extracted from the random SR2, the CPU 101 of the effect control microcomputer 100 determines whether or not to execute the prefetch effect according to the distribution ratio shown in FIG.

  The jackpot reliability when the pre-reading effect is executed when the distribution ratio is set as described above will be described.

  FIG. 23 is a diagram for explaining the jackpot reliability at the time of executing the prefetching effect. FIG. 23A illustrates the jackpot reliability for each reach type in the variable display subject to the pre-reading effect when execution of the pre-reading effect is determined when the number of reserved memories is 2 or less on the first special symbol side. It is a figure for doing.

  When the number of reserved memories on the first special symbol side is 2 or less, execution of the prefetch effect is determined, and the jackpot reliability when the normal reach occurs in the variable display that is the target of the prefetch effect is shown in FIG. 22 is multiplied by the normal reach appearance rate for each hit type and the prefetch effect execution probability for each hit type shown in FIG. By determining that the reach is normal reach with the determination value when the number is 3 or more, the normal reach appearance rate shown in FIG. 8 (d) is added to the look-ahead effect at the time of normal reach where the reserved storage number shown in FIG. 22 (B) is 2 or less. Of the total multiplied by the execution probability, the normal reach appearance rate for each hit type shown in FIG. 8A is multiplied by the prefetch effect execution probability for each hit type shown in FIG. As a percentage of total combined, it is "7.8%" is calculated. Similarly, when the number of reserved memories on the first special symbol side is 2 or less, execution of the pre-reading effect is determined, and the jackpot reliability when the super reach occurs in the variable display targeted for the pre-reading effect is: It is calculated to be “30%”.

  FIG. 23B illustrates the jackpot reliability for each reach type in the variable display that is the target of the pre-reading effect when execution of the pre-reading effect is determined when the number of reserved memories is 3 or more on the first special symbol side. It is a figure for performing, and it is calculated that the big hit reliability at the time of normal reach is “6.6%”, and the big hit reliability at the time of super reach is calculated to be “24%” Is done.

  FIG. 23 (c) is a diagram showing the average value of the jackpot reliability for each reach type in the variable display that is the target of the prefetching effect shown in FIGS. 23 (a) and 23 (b). It is. The jackpot reliability when normal reach is calculated is “7.2%”, and the jackpot reliability when super reach is calculated is “27%”.

  FIG. 23D illustrates the jackpot reliability for each reach type in the variable display subject to the pre-reading effect when execution of the pre-reading effect is determined when the number of reserved memories is 2 or less on the second special symbol side. It is a figure for performing, and it is calculated that the big hit reliability when it becomes normal reach is “5.2%”, and the big hit reliability when it becomes super reach is calculated as “37%” Is done.

  FIG. 23 (e) illustrates the jackpot reliability for each reach type in the variable display that is the target of the prefetching effect when execution of the prefetching effect is determined when the number of reserved memories is 3 or more on the second special symbol side. It is a figure for doing, it is calculated that the big hit reliability when it becomes normal reach is “4.3%”, and the big hit reliability when it becomes super reach is calculated that it is “30%” Is done.

  FIG. 23 (f) is a diagram showing the average value of the jackpot reliability for each reach type in the variable display that is the target of the pre-reading effect as shown in FIGS. 23 (d) and 23 (e). It is. The jackpot reliability when normal reach is calculated to be “4.8%”, and the jackpot reliability when super reach is calculated to be “34%”.

  FIG. 24 is a diagram for explaining the jackpot reliability when the pre-reading effect is not executed. FIG. 24 (a) shows the jackpot reliability for each reach type in the variable display that is determined to be non-execution of the pre-reading effect when the number of reserved memories is 2 or less on the first special symbol side. It is a figure for demonstrating a degree.

  When the number of reserved memories on the first special symbol side is 2 or less, the big hit reliability when the normal reach occurs in the variable display where the pre-reading effect is not executed is the hit type for each hit type shown in FIG. The total obtained by multiplying the normal reach appearance rate by the pre-reading effect non-execution probability obtained by subtracting the pre-reading effect execution probability for each hit type shown in FIG. 22A from 100%, and the number of reserved memories is 2 or less. In the look-ahead process, the determination value when the number of reserved memories is 3 or more is determined to be normal reach, so that the normal reach appearance rate shown in FIG. 8D is less than or equal to 2 in the reserved memory number shown in FIG. Of the total multiplied by the pre-reading effect non-execution probability obtained by subtracting the pre-reading effect execution probability during normal reach from 100%, for each hit type shown in FIG. -As a percentage of the total of the occurrence rate of pre-reading effects obtained by subtracting the pre-reading effect execution probability for each hit type shown in FIG. It is calculated that Similarly, when the number of reserved memories on the first special symbol side is 2 or less, the jackpot reliability when the super reach occurs in the variable display in which the pre-reading effect is not executed is “8.2%”. It is calculated that there is.

  FIG. 24B is a diagram for explaining the jackpot reliability for each reach type in the variable display where the pre-reading effect is not executed when the number of reserved memories is 3 or more on the first special symbol side. The jackpot reliability when normal reach is calculated is “0.82%”, and the jackpot reliability when super reach is calculated is “9.4%”.

  FIG. 24C is a diagram illustrating an average value of the jackpot reliability for each reach type in the variable display in which the pre-reading effect is not executed, which is illustrated in FIGS. 24A and 24B. The jackpot reliability when normal reach is calculated to be “0.5%”, and the jackpot reliability when super reach is calculated to be “8.8%”.

  FIG. 24D is a diagram for explaining the jackpot reliability for each reach type in the variable display where the pre-reading effect is not executed when the number of reserved memories is 2 or less on the second special symbol side, The jackpot reliability when normal reach is calculated is “0.12%”, and the jackpot reliability when super reach is calculated is “10%”.

  FIG. 24 (e) is a diagram for explaining the jackpot reliability for each reach type in the variable display where the pre-reading effect was not executed when the number of reserved memories is 3 or more on the second special symbol side, The jackpot reliability when normal reach is calculated is “0.56%”, and the jackpot reliability when super reach is calculated is “12%”.

  FIG. 24F is a diagram illustrating the average value of the jackpot reliability for each reach type in the variable display in which the pre-reading effect is not executed, which is illustrated in FIGS. 24D and 24E. The jackpot reliability when normal reach is calculated is “0.34%”, and the jackpot reliability when super reach is calculated is “11%”.

  Next, when the pre-reading effect is executed and the variable display that is the target of the pre-reading effect is a big hit, the ratio that is a big hit with normal reach, and the ratio that is a big hit with the normal reach when the pre-reading effect is not executed and Will be explained.

  FIG. 25 is a diagram for explaining a ratio of a big hit with normal reach when the prefetch effect is executed and a big hit and a ratio of a big hit with normal reach when the prefetch effect is not executed and the big hit is performed. .

  FIG. 25 (a) shows a ratio of a big hit in normal reach when a prefetch effect is executed and a big hit on the first special symbol side, and a big hit on the first special symbol side without executing the prefetch effect. It is a figure for demonstrating the ratio which becomes a big hit by normal reach in a case.

  When the pre-reading effect is executed and the first special symbol side is a big hit, the ratio of the big hit in the normal reach is the hit rate shown in FIG. 22 (A) for each hit type shown in FIG. 8 (a). Of the total multiplied by the prefetch effect execution probability for each type, the normal reach appearance rate for each hit type shown in FIG. 8A is set to the prefetch effect execution probability for each hit type shown in FIG. As a ratio occupied by the total multiplied, it is calculated to be “39%”. Similarly, when the pre-reading effect is not executed and the first special symbol side is a big hit, the ratio of the big hit in the normal reach is calculated to be “19%”.

  FIG. 25B shows a ratio of a big hit in normal reach when a prefetch effect is executed and a big hit on the second special symbol side, and a big hit on the second special symbol side without the prefetch effect being executed. It is a figure for demonstrating the ratio which becomes a big hit by normal reach in a case.

  When the pre-reading effect is executed and the second special symbol side is a big hit, the ratio of the big hit in normal reach is the hit rate shown in FIG. 22 (A) for the appearance rate for each hit type shown in FIG. 8 (a). Of the total obtained by multiplying the pre-reading effect non-execution probabilities obtained by subtracting the pre-reading effect execution probability for each type from 100%, the normal reach appearance rate for each hit type shown in FIG. 8A is shown in FIG. As a ratio of the total obtained by multiplying the pre-reading effect non-execution probabilities obtained by subtracting the pre-reading effect execution probability for each hit type shown in 100 from 100%, it is calculated to be “23%”. Similarly, when the pre-reading effect is not executed and the big special hit is made on the second special symbol side, the ratio of the big hit in the normal reach is calculated to be “15%”.

  Next, a description will be given of a ratio that is a probable hit when the pre-reading effect is executed and the normal reach is a big hit, and a ratio that is a probable hit when the pre-read effect is not executed and the normal reach is a big hit.

  FIG. 26 shows a ratio of probability variation with sudden fluctuation and sudden chance hit with probability fluctuation (hereinafter referred to as per probability fluctuation) when the pre-reading effect is executed and normal reach is a big hit, and a big hit with normal reach without the pre-reading effect being executed. It is a figure for demonstrating the ratio which becomes per probability fluctuation | variation in this case.

  When the pre-reading effect is executed and the normal reach is a big hit, the ratio per probability change is the pre-read for each hit type shown in FIG. 22 (A) to the normal reach appearance rate for each hit type shown in FIG. Of the total multiplied by the performance execution probabilities, the normal reach appearance rates for the probability variation per unit and the sudden probability per unit shown in FIG. As the ratio of the ratio obtained by multiplying the respective values, “70.5%” is calculated. Similarly, when the pre-reading effect is not executed and the normal reach is a big hit, it is calculated that the ratio of the probable hit is “64.2%”.

  Next, a description will be given of the ratio per probability change when the pre-reading effect is executed and the super reach is a big hit, and the ratio per probability change when the pre-read effect is not executed and the super reach is a big hit.

  FIG. 27 illustrates the ratio per probability change when the pre-reading effect is executed and a super reach is a big hit, and the ratio per probability change when the pre-read effect is not executed and a super reach is a big hit. FIG.

  When the pre-reading effect is executed and the super reach is a big hit, the ratio of per probability change is the super reach appearance rate for each hit type shown in FIG. 8 (a) for each hit type shown in FIG. 22 (A). Of the totals obtained by multiplying the pre-reading effect execution probabilities, the super-reach occurrence rate per probability change shown in FIG. 8A is multiplied by the pre-reading effect execution probability per probability change shown in FIG. As a ratio occupied by the ratio, it is calculated to be “76.7%”. Similarly, when the pre-reading effect is not executed and the super reach is a big hit, the ratio of the probability change is calculated to be “68%”.

  FIG. 28 is a diagram for explaining an effect start hold determination table used for determining the effect start hold in S669 of FIG. The presentation start hold determination table is provided depending on whether the variation pattern type of jackpot or super reach is based on the received start winning designation command, and according to the current unchanged hold memory number A determination value for determining the production start hold is defined.

  Based on the received start winning designation command, when it is a big hit or super reach variation pattern type, the first table of FIG. When the number of unchanged hold memories is “2”, regardless of the value extracted from the random SR3, the hold stored first (the hold stored first among the hold memories, and then the variable display) Is suspended), the production start suspension is determined. Further, when the number of pending storages that have not changed is “3”, when the value extracted from the random SR3 is “1 to 90”, the first stored suspension is “91 to 100” The second stored hold is determined to be the production start hold. In addition, when the number of pending storages that have not changed is “8”, when the value extracted from the random SR3 is “1 to 65”, the first stored suspension is “66 to 70”. When the second stored hold is “71 to 85”, the third stored hold is “86 to 90” and the fourth stored is “91 to 95”. ”Is the fifth stored hold,“ 96 to 98 ”is the sixth stored hold, and“ 99 to 100 ”is the seventh stored hold. Each is decided to hold the start of production. Similarly, when the unchanged hold storage number is any other number, the effect start hold is determined according to the value extracted from the random SR3.

  Based on the received start winning designation command, when the variation pattern type is out of the normal reach, the second table in FIG. 28B is referred to. Then, when the unchanged hold storage number is “2”, the hold stored first is determined as the effect start hold regardless of the value extracted from the random SR3. Further, when the number of pending storages that have not changed is “3”, when the value extracted from the random SR3 is “1 to 70”, the first stored suspension is “71 to 100” The second stored hold is determined to be the production start hold. Also, when the number of pending storages that have not changed is “8”, when the value extracted from the random SR3 is “1 to 45”, the first stored suspension is “46 to 60” When the second stored hold is “61 to 80”, the third stored hold is “81 to 90” and the fourth stored is “91 to 95”. ”Is the fifth stored hold,“ 96 to 98 ”is the sixth stored hold, and“ 99 to 100 ”is the seventh stored hold. Each is decided to hold the start of production. Similarly, when the unchanged hold storage number is any other number, the effect start hold is determined according to the value extracted from the random SR3.

  As described above, in S669 in FIG. 21, the production start suspension is based on the determination value set according to the start winning designation command and the current unchanged number of pending storage and the value extracted from the random SR3. It is determined. Then, in S670 of FIG. 21, as the value of the pre-reading effect start counter, for example, “0” is set when the determined effect start hold is first, and “4” is set when it is fifth. Thereby, for example, when it is determined first, the prefetch effect is started in the next variation display (first variation display), and when it is determined fifth, the prefetch effect is started in the fifth variation display. The

  The production start hold determination table of FIG. 28 has a hold storage (for example, the first) stored earlier at a higher rate when the first table is referenced than when the second table is referenced. Each determination value is set so that it is easy to determine the effect start hold. As a result, the number of times the pre-reading effect is executed increases at a higher rate when the first table is referenced than when the second table is referenced. Thereby, as the timing at which the pre-reading effect is started is earlier and the execution period is longer, there is a higher possibility of being a big hit or super reach, and the player can have a sense of expectation.

  FIG. 29 is a flowchart showing an effect control process (S556) in the main process shown in FIG. In the effect control process, the effect control CPU 101 performs one of S800 to S807 according to the value of the effect control process flag. In each process, the following process is executed.

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

  Production symbol variation start processing (S801): Control is performed so that variation of the production symbol and the decoration symbol is started. In other words, the effect control CPU 101 determines the effect control pattern as one of a plurality of types. The effect control CPU 101 sets a change pattern according to the change pattern command, sets a stop symbol according to the display result designation command, and performs various effect controls (effects) specified by the set change pattern, stop symbol, etc. Action) Depending on the pattern, one of the various effect control patterns corresponding to the specified effect operation patterns is selected as a use pattern from among a plurality of types of symbol change control patterns stored in a predetermined symbol change control pattern table. decide. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the effect symbol changing process (S802).

  Production symbol variation processing (S802): Based on the production control pattern selected and determined, the switching timing of each variation state (variation speed) is controlled, and the end of the variation time is monitored. Then, when the variation time ends, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the effect symbol variation stop process (S803).

  Effect symbol variation stop processing (S803): Based on the reception of the effect control command (design determination designation command) for instructing all symbols to stop, the variation of the effect symbol (and the decorative symbol) is stopped and the display result (stop symbol) Control to derive and display. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the jackpot display process (S804) or the variation pattern command reception waiting process (S800).

  Big hit display process (S804): After the end of the variation time, control is performed to display a screen for notifying the effect display device 9 of the occurrence of the big hit. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the in-round processing (S805).

  In-round processing (S805): Display control during round is performed. In addition, in a gaming machine that executes a so-called probability variation promotion effect, a probability variation promotion effect is executed when a flag indicating that the probability variation promotion effect is being executed, which indicates execution of the probability variation promotion effect, is set. If the round end condition is satisfied, if the final round has not ended, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the post-round processing (S806). If the final round has ended, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the big hit end process (S807).

  Post-round processing (S806): Display control between rounds is performed. If the round start condition is satisfied, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the in-round processing (S805).

  Big hit end effect processing (S807): In the effect display device 9, display control is performed to notify the player that the big hit game state has ended. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the variation pattern command reception waiting process (S800).

  In the above embodiment, a gaming machine provided with two special symbol indicators (first special symbol indicator 8a and second special symbol indicator 8b) as a variation display unit is taken as an example. The present invention can also be applied to a gaming machine provided with a symbol display.

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

  In the above-described embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 directly transmits a command to the effect control microcomputer 100. However, the game control microcomputer 560 transmits another command (for example, FIG. 3). The sound output lamp 70, the lamp driver board 35, or the like, or the sound / lamp board having the function of the circuit mounted on the sound output board 70 and the function of the circuit mounted on the lamp driver board 35). A control command may be transmitted and transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100 on the effect control board 80 via another board. In that case, the command may simply pass through another board, or the sound output board 70, the lamp driver board 35, and the sound / lamp board are equipped with control means such as a microcomputer, and the control means receives the command. In response to this, control related to voice control and lamp control is executed, and the received command is changed as it is or, for example, to a simplified command to control the effect display device 9. You may make it transmit to 100. Even in that case, the effect control microcomputer 100 performs the display control in accordance with the effect control command received directly from the game control microcomputer 560 in the above-described embodiment. Display control can be performed in response to commands received from the board 35 or the sound / lamp board.

Next, main effects obtained by the embodiment described above will be described.
(1) According to the above-described embodiment, as shown in FIG. 22, when it is determined from the prefetch determination result that “normal hit”, “probable change hit”, “probable hit” is reached, When it is determined to be “super reach”, the pre-reading effect is executed at a higher rate than when it is determined to be “normal reach”. For this reason, when a pre-reading effect is executed, the game has a sense of expectation that it will be “normal hit”, “probable hit”, “surprise hit”, “super reach” in the variable display based on the hold memory that is the target of the pre-read effect. Can be held by a person.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 25, in the fluctuation display based on the pending storage determined to be one of the big hits of “normal hit”, “probable change hit”, and “surprise hit hit” based on the prefetch determination result, the fluctuation of “normal reach” The ratio of executing the normal reach effect belonging to the pattern type is set to be higher when the pre-reading effect is executed for the reserved memory than when the pre-reading effect is not executed. In other words, it is determined that the ratio of executing the normal reach effect belonging to the variation pattern type of “normal reach” in the variable display based on the hold memory that is determined to be a big hit and is the target of the pre-reading effect is determined to be a big hit. In the variable display based on the reserved memory that is the reserved storage that was not subjected to the pre-reading effect, the normal reach effect belonging to the variation pattern type of “normal reach” is made higher than the ratio. For this reason, the frequency of winning big hits after the pre-reading effect is executed and the normal reach effect is executed increases. As a result, even when the normal reach effect is executed after the pre-reading effect is executed, it is possible to suppress a decrease in the expectation of being a big hit as much as possible, and to suppress the interest of the game or to the minimum possible. In addition, it is possible to increase the chance of giving the player a joy of being controlled by the big hit, while giving an unexpectedness that the big display is a big hit in the variable display in which the normal reach effect is executed.

  (2) According to the above-described embodiment, as shown in FIG. 26, the ratio that becomes per probability fluctuation (probability fluctuation state) after the normal reach effect is executed in the fluctuation display based on the holding memory that becomes a big hit, The time when the pre-reading effect is executed based on the hold storage is higher than the time when it is not executed. In other words, the normal reach effect has been executed with the ratio of the reserved memory that becomes a big hit after the normal reach effect is executed and the probability that the result of the variable display based on the reserved memory that is the target of the pre-read effect is per probability fluctuation. The display result of the variable display based on the reserved memory that later became a big hit and was not the target of the pre-reading effect was set to be higher than the rate of the probability change. For this reason, the frequency of the probability fluctuation state increases after the pre-reading effect is executed and the normal reach effect is executed. As a result, after the pre-reading effect is executed, even when the normal reach effect is executed, it is possible to suppress a decrease in the expectation for the big hit and to further improve the expectation for the probability fluctuation state. Can improve the interest of the game.

  (3) According to the above-described embodiment, as shown in S242 and S252 of FIG. 12, the number of reserved memories is 3 or more, which is a common determination value that is determined to be normal reach regardless of the number of reserved memories by prefetch processing. The variation pattern type is determined using the variation pattern type determination table for the above. For this reason, when it is determined that the variation pattern type is normal reach in the look-ahead process executed at the time of starting winning, it is always determined to be normal reach even in S103 in the variation pattern setting process of FIG. For this reason, for example, in the design stage, even if it is determined that the normal reach is obtained by the look-ahead process, it is possible to store the memory as a big hit without considering the case where the fluctuation pattern setting process can determine a variation pattern type different from the normal reach. The ratio of executing the normal reach effect as the reach effect in the variable display based can be determined to be higher when the prefetch effect is executed based on the reserved storage than when it is not executed. As a result, designing can be facilitated.

  (4) According to the above-described embodiment, as shown in FIG. 22 (B), the execution rate of the prefetch effect can be varied according to the number of reserved memories, and as shown in FIG. 22 (A). , Normal reach rather than when super reach production is executed as reach production in the variable display based on the hold memory that is a big hit regardless of the number of reserved memory (see Probable per hit + super reach, normal hit + super reach prefetch effect execution probability) When the production is executed (see Probability per Normal Reach, Normal Periphery + Normal Reach, Random Accuracy + Normal Reach Prediction Production Execution Probability), the prefetching production can be executed at a higher rate, and the fun of the game is improved. Can do.

  (5) As shown in S103 to S106 of FIG. 16, the means for determining the fluctuation pattern includes means for determining the fluctuation pattern type (processing for determining the fluctuation pattern type) and means for determining the fluctuation pattern (fluctuation). And processing for determining a pattern). As a result, multiple types of variation patterns can be set and selectively selected by a combination of the number of variation pattern types that can be determined by the unit that determines the variation pattern type and the number of variation patterns that can be determined by the unit that determines the variation pattern. Can be used. In addition, only by changing the type determination rate in the means for determining the change pattern type, the change pattern appears for each change pattern type without changing the rate of selecting each change pattern belonging to each change pattern type. You will be able to change the percentage. Thereby, regarding the variation pattern, the change setting of the number of variation patterns that can be executed and the change setting of the appearance ratio of the variation pattern become easy. Therefore, in the development stage of the gaming machine, it is possible to relax the restriction of the setting that occurs when setting the number of executable variation patterns and setting the appearance rate of variation patterns for the variation patterns. The design can be simplified in the development stage of the machine. Then, by simplifying the design in this way, the development period can be shortened and the development efficiency can be improved for the development of the pachinko gaming machine 1.

  (6) When it is determined in S663 in FIG. 21 that the start winning designation command is not a predetermined command, it is determined in S664 whether or not the value of the prefetch effect prohibition counter is “0”, thereby determining the previous prefetch effect. It is determined whether or not the predetermined number of times of fluctuation display has been performed since the end of the process, and only when the predetermined number of times of fluctuation display has been performed, the process proceeds to S666 to determine whether or not to perform the pre-reading effect. Further, as shown in FIG. 28, the number of times that the pre-reading effect is continuously executed is limited to “7” which is equal to or less than “8” which is the upper limit number of reserved storage. As a result, it is possible to prevent the gaze notice from being executed over the variable display more than “7”. As a result, the pre-reading effect is continuously executed over the variable display more than “7”, so that the player's expectation is struck, but it is not a big hit and super reach. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the occurrence of inconvenience that causes the player to feel a great disappointment. As a result, it is possible to prevent the player's gaming motivation from being significantly reduced while improving the interest of the game by performing the pre-reading effect in each of the plurality of variable displays executed continuously.

  In addition, although the example which restrict | limited the upper limit frequency | count that a gaze notice is continuously performed to "7" was demonstrated, the upper limit frequency | count is not limited to "7", As long as it is below the upper limit number of reservation storage, it is arbitrary numerical values. May be. For example, the upper limit number may be set to “5”, or may be set to “4” which is the upper limit number of reserved storage of one special symbol.

  (7) When it is determined in S667 in FIG. 21 that the prefetch effect is to be executed, the effect start hold is determined in S669, and a process for starting the prefetch effect from the variable display based on the effect start hold is performed. . Thereby, the timing which starts a prefetch effect can be changed and the interest of a game can be improved.

  (8) By providing a relatively simple control process such as the processes of S682 to S684, and S663 and S664 of FIG. 21, a prefetch effect prohibition counter is set when the prefetch effect as the gaze notice is finished, It is possible to prevent the gusset notice from being performed while the variable display is performed a predetermined number of times, and as a result, it is possible to prevent the gusset notice from being continuously executed over the variable display more than “7”. can do.

  (9) In S661 of FIG. 21, even when the pre-reading effect execution flag or the pre-reading effect flag is set, the reserved storage in which the target of the pre-reading effect being executed or scheduled to be executed in S674 is other than the big hit If it is determined that the current start winning designation command is a big hit, a pre-reading effect is executed in a hold storage display corresponding to the current start winning in S675. Thereby, the pre-reading effect can be changed or changed based on the current hold storage. As a result, for example, when the target of the pre-reading effect is changed, the pre-reading effect for the reserved memory that does not become a big hit can be effectively used as a part of the true notice. Moreover, since the number of times that the pre-reading effect is continuously executed can be increased, it is possible to improve the player's expectation.

  (10) As shown in FIG. 7 (B), the second start winning opening 14 is more than the first starting winning opening 13 in that the ratio of hitting hits is low in the big hit type determination and the ratio of 15R big hits is high. It can be said that it is advantageous for the player to win the game ball. Moreover, when controlled to the probability changing state, the opening time and the number of times of opening of the variable winning ball apparatus 15 are increased, and the winning frequency to the second start winning opening 14 is improved. For this reason, when controlled to a probabilistic state, the ratio of 15R big hits can be improved, the performance of the ball can be improved, and the fun of the game can be improved.

  (11) As described with reference to FIG. 21, whether or not to execute the prefetch effect is determined by the effect control microcomputer 100 based on a command transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560. Therefore, the control burden on the game control microcomputer 560 can be reduced as compared with the case where the game control microcomputer 560 determines whether or not to execute the prefetch effect.

  (12) By sending a start winning designation command from the game control microcomputer 560, as shown in FIG. 21, the effect control microcomputer 100 performs processing for holding display and executing a pre-reading effect. Is performed. For this reason, the game control microcomputer 560 does not need to transmit a command for executing the pre-reading effect separately from the command for holding the display. For this reason, it is possible to cause the presentation control microcomputer 100 to perform the hold display and to execute the pre-reading effect without increasing the number of commands transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560.

Next, modifications, feature points, and the like of the embodiment described above are listed below.
(1) In the above-described embodiment, in the big hit prefetch effect determination table referred to at the big hit shown in FIG. 22A, the prefetch is performed according to the combination of the hit type and the variation pattern type based on the prefetch determination result. An example in which the production execution probability is varied has been described. However, the jackpot prefetch effect determination table is not limited to this, and is configured so that the prefetch effect execution probability varies according to the current (prefetch) pending storage number (unchanged pending memory count). Also good. More specifically, different big hit hour prefetch effect determination tables may be provided according to the current number of reserved memories. Thereby, the execution frequency of the pre-reading effect can be varied depending on the current number of reserved memories, and the reference material when the player predicts whether or not it will be a big hit or super reach will increase, The interest of the game can be improved.

  Even when configured as described above, when the super reach effect is executed as the reach effect in the variable display based on the hold memory that is a big hit regardless of the number of the hold memories (probable hit + super reach, normal hit) When the normal reach effect is executed (see Probability per normal reach, normal reach + normal reach, sudden hit + normal reach prefetch effect execution probability) The pre-reading effect execution probability is determined so that it can be executed. For this reason, it is determined that the ratio of executing the normal reach effect belonging to the variation pattern type of “normal reach” in the variable display based on the hold memory that is determined to be a big hit and is the target of the pre-reading effect is determined to be a big hit. In the fluctuation display based on the hold memory that was not the target of the pre-reading effect, it becomes higher than the ratio of executing the normal reach effect belonging to the fluctuation pattern type of “normal reach”, the pre-reading effect is executed and the normal reach effect is executed. The frequency of hitting big hits will increase. As a result, even when the normal reach effect is executed after the pre-reading effect is executed, it is possible to suppress a decrease in the expectation of being a big hit as much as possible, and to suppress the interest of the game or to the minimum possible.

  (2) As shown in FIG. 28, the pre-reading effect in the above-described embodiment relates to the next variable display after the start winning that becomes the target of the pre-reading effect even if it is determined first. An example starting with timing has been described. However, the prefetch effect may be started immediately after the start winning prize that is the target of the prefetch effect. For example, when “0th” is set in the production start hold shown in FIG. 28 and the production start hold is determined using a table configured to be selected at a predetermined ratio, and “0th” is determined. The display color of the hold storage display corresponding to the start prize may be displayed in the notice color immediately after the start prize that is the target of the pre-reading effect.

  In addition, the pre-reading effect is not limited to the one in which the start of the production start is determined in the table shown in FIG. 28, and may be configured to start immediately after the start winning prize that is the target of the pre-reading effect. In this case, it is not necessary to perform the processing of S662, S669 and S670, S676 to S678 of FIG. 21, and the processing load can be reduced, and the player is made to pay attention to whether or not the reserved storage color is displayed in the notice color at the start winning prize. be able to.

  (3) In the above-described embodiment, not only the winning type but also the variation pattern type are prefetched at the time of starting winning, and as shown in FIG. 25, in the variation display based on the pending storage determined to be the big hit, the normal reach The pre-reading effect is determined such that the ratio of executing the normal reach effect belonging to the fluctuation pattern type is higher when the pre-reading effect is executed for the reserved memory than when the pre-reading effect is not executed. An example has been described in which it is determined whether or not to execute the prefetch effect according to the execution probability (see FIG. 22). However, as shown in FIG. 25, in the fluctuation display based on the hold memory determined to be a big hit, the ratio of executing the normal reach effect belonging to the normal reach change pattern type is the pre-read effect for the hold memory. The method is not limited to the above method as long as it is higher than when the pre-reading effect is not executed.

  For example, pre-reading only whether or not the big win is won at the start winning prize, and based on the pre-read determination result, it is determined whether or not the pre-reading effect is executed at a higher rate than when the big win is out of place. You may do it. In this case, the variation pattern type and the variation pattern are determined when the variation display is started, and the normal reach effect belonging to the variation pattern type of the normal reach is executed in the variation display based on the hold storage determined to be the big hit. The variation pattern type and the prefetching of the variable display that is the target of the prefetch effect so that the ratio is higher when the prefetch effect is executed for the reserved storage than when the prefetch effect is not executed. You may comprise so that the variation pattern type of the variation display which is not the target of production may be determined. In such a configuration, the game control microcomputer 560 determines whether or not to execute the pre-reading effect, and sends a start winning designation command including information about whether or not to execute the pre-reading effect to the effect control microcomputer. The pre-reading effect may be executed based on information included in the start winning designation command.

  (4) In the above-described embodiment, normal reach and super reach are exemplified as the variation pattern types to be reached. However, the present invention is not limited to this, but other types, for example, the big hit reliability is higher than normal reach and higher than super reach. A low middle reach may be provided. In this case, in the fluctuation display based on the hold memory determined to be a big hit, the ratio of executing the normal reach effect belonging to the fluctuation pattern type of the normal reach is more pre-read when the pre-read effect is executed for the hold memory. Normal reach effect or middle reach effect that belongs to the change pattern type of normal reach and middle reach in the change display based on the reserved memory determined to be a big hit may be higher than when the effect is not executed May be higher when the pre-reading effect is executed with respect to the reserved storage than when the pre-reading effect is not executed.

  (5) In the above-described embodiment, the example of prefetching the variation pattern type in the prefetch effect has been described. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the variation pattern may be prefetched. In this case, for example, in the fluctuation display based on the pending storage determined to be a big hit, the ratio of executing the fluctuation pattern having the lowest jackpot reliability (normal reach fluctuation pattern) among the plurality of types of fluctuation patterns is the pending storage. As long as the pre-reading effect is executed for the target, it may be higher than when the pre-reading effect is not executed.

  (6) As the content of the pre-reading effect, the example in which the display color of the reserved storage display that is the target of the pre-reading effect is changed to the color for the notice has been explained. However, the player recognizes that the pre-reading effect is being executed. For example, the display effect may be a display effect by displaying the character on the effect display device 9 in the variable display based on the hold storage before the hold storage, and the sound effect is generated from the speaker 27. May be a sound effect by lighting the decoration LED 25 or the like, or may be an effect in which these are arbitrarily combined. In addition, as the pre-reading effect, a predetermined symbol combination (for example, a chance eye) is forcibly displayed as a display result of the variable display performed before the variable display targeted for the pre-reading effect is started. It may be an effect performed by. Further, the pre-reading effect may be an effect of rotating the movable member 84.

  (7) In S663 of FIG. 21 of the above-described embodiment, it is determined YES when it is determined that a big hit is made and when it is determined that it will be a super reach, and in S666, it is determined whether or not the pre-reading effect is executed. An example was described. However, in S663 in FIG. 21, the process may be shifted to S666 only when it is determined that a big hit is made, and in other cases, the process may be shifted to S664 even when the super reach is reached. As a result, it is possible to prevent the occurrence of a situation in which no big hit occurs even though the advance notice is continuously executed over the variable display more than “7” set as the predetermined number. it can.

  Further, in S683 of FIG. 21 of the above-described embodiment, when the target of the pre-reading effect is a big hit, the process does not shift to S684, and also when it becomes a loss and is a super reach, the process shifts to S684. The example in which execution of the pre-reading effect is not limited is described. However, in S683 in FIG. 21, the process may not be shifted to S684 only when the target of the pre-reading effect is a big hit, and may be configured to limit the execution of the pre-reading effect when the target is other than the big hit. . As a result, it is possible to prevent the occurrence of a situation in which no big hit occurs even though the advance notice is continuously executed over the variable display more than “7” set as the predetermined number. it can.

  (8) In the above-described embodiment, as shown in FIG. 7 (B), the player who wins the game ball in the second start winning port 14 rather than the first start winning port 13 is more likely to win in the big hit type determination. The case where the number of determination values is set so that the ratio of the winning ratio is low and the ratio of 15R big hit is increased, and the second starting winning opening 14 is more advantageous to the player than the first starting winning opening 13 has been described. . Not limited to this, the ratio of the winning hit determination and the ratio of 15R jackpot are set so that the first starting winning opening 13 is more advantageous to the player than the second starting winning opening 14. Also good. In this case, when controlled to the probabilistic state, the degree of advantage by improving the probability of winning a big hit and the degree of advantage by allocation in determining the big hit type are in harmony and not when controlling to the probable state. It is possible to prevent the difference in the degree of advantage for the player from becoming too large. As a result, while having a sense of expectation for being controlled to the probability variation state, the euphoria during the probability variation state can be suppressed.

  (9) In the above-described embodiment, regardless of whether or not the pre-reading process is performed at the time of starting winning, the hit determination, reach determination, and variation pattern type determination at the start of variation are performed as shown in FIGS. The example to perform was demonstrated. However, the determination result determined in the pre-reading process is stored, and at the start of variation, the determination result is used to specify whether to win, whether to reach, or which variation pattern type to use May be. Thereby, since the determination result at the time of starting winning can be used as it is at the start of variation, the processing load can be reduced.

  In the above-described embodiment, the determination result does not always match between the pre-reading process and the start of variation depending on whether the gaming state is a probable change state or the number of reserved storages. For this reason, as described above, in the case of using the determination result in the prefetch process at the start of variation, it is prefetched whether or not the gaming state at the start of variation of the start winning prize is the probability variation state during the prefetch process. The hit determination may be performed with the probability based on the determination result, and the determination value used for the reach determination or the variation pattern type determination may not be changed depending on the number of reserved memories.

  (10) In the above-described embodiment, an example is described in which the start conditions of the variable display are satisfied in the order in which the start winnings are generated regardless of the winnings to the first starting winning port 13 and the second starting winning ports 14. did. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the start condition of the variable display may be established by prioritizing one of winning in the first starting winning opening 13 and winning in the second starting winning opening 14. For example, as shown in FIG. 7 (B), it is also possible to give priority to winning in the second start winning opening 14 where the probability of hitting a hit is set low. In the case where priority is given to winning in the second start winning opening 14, if the first special symbol and the second special symbol are not displayed in a variable state and the big hit game is not executed. Even if the first reserved memory number is not 0, the variable display of the second special symbol may be continuously executed until the second reserved memory number becomes 0. Thereby, since it is possible to prioritize and win a prize to the start winning opening which is advantageous in that the probability of hitting the game is low, it is possible to improve the fun of the game.

  (11) In the first prefetch process and the second prefetch process in the above-described embodiment, as shown in FIG. 12, the big hit determination (S241), the hit type determination (S243), and the variation pattern type determination (S252) are performed. The example of transmitting the start winning designation command based on these determination results has been described. However, in the first prefetch process and the second prefetch process, the same process as S104 and S105 in FIG. 16, that is, the variation pattern determination is performed, and the start winning designation command based on the determination result including the variation pattern is transmitted. You may comprise. Thereby, since the variation pattern is determined in the prefetch process, it is possible to perform a prefetch effect based on the type of the variation pattern.

  (12) In the first look-ahead process and the second look-ahead process in the above-described embodiment, as shown in FIG. 12, whether the hit type is a hit type, which is a variation pattern type, The example in which the start winning designation command based on these determination results is transmitted and the processing for executing the pre-reading effect by the effect control microcomputer 100 has been described. However, in the first prefetch process and the second prefetch process, it is not limited to the above items to be determined, and one or more of the following items are determined, and a start winning designation command based on these determination results is transmitted, You may comprise so that the process for performing a prefetch effect may be performed by the production control microcomputer 100.

  As items to be judged, for example, if the hit type with a short time that is controlled to a short time state after the end of the hit and the short time without a short time state that is not controlled with the short time state are set as the type of hit, whether or not the short time hit is determined. You may make it determine.

  In addition, in a gaming machine capable of executing a so-called promotion effect during the winning game state or after the winning game state is finished when it is a win, it is determined whether or not a further promotion effect is to be performed when it is determined to be a win. It may be. The promotion effect is, for example, an effect related to whether or not to be promoted to a probabilistic big hit after making a non-probable big hit, an effect related to whether or not to be promoted to a timed short hit after making a short timeless hit, etc. This refers to an effect related to whether or not the player is promoted to a hit with a higher advantage than the hit after the hit is relatively low.

  (13) The example in which the start winning designation command in the above-described embodiment includes information for adding and displaying the hold display and information related to the prefetch determination result has been described. However, a command indicating information related to the prefetch determination result may be transmitted as a command different from a command indicating information for adding and displaying the hold display. Moreover, you may comprise so that only the command which shows the information regarding the prefetch determination result may be transmitted, without transmitting the command which shows the information which adds and displays a hold display.

  (14) As shown in S217 and S227 of FIG. 11, when the prefetch big hit flag has already been set in the prefetch processing, the prefetch processing itself is performed until the big hit ends and the flag is reset. Explained no examples. However, even if the prefetch big hit flag is set, the prefetch process is performed and the start winning designation command based on the prefetch determination result is not transmitted (specifically, the start winning designation command without determination is transmitted). You may comprise as follows.

  Further, it may be configured to perform a prefetch process and transmit a start winning designation command based on the prefetch determination result without performing the processes shown in S217 and S227 of FIG. Even in this case, as described in S661 of FIG. 21, the start control designation command is ignored on the side of the effect control microcomputer 100, and the process for executing the new prefetch effect is not performed. It is possible to prevent the pre-reading effect from being executed repeatedly.

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

  (16) In the first embodiment described above, the game control microcomputer 560 directly transmits a command to the effect control microcomputer 100. However, the game control microcomputer 560 is not connected to another board (for example, (Sound / lamp board having the functions of the audio output board 70 and the lamp driver board 35 shown in FIG. 3 or the circuit mounted on the audio output board 70 and the function of the circuit mounted on the lamp driver board 35) An effect control command may be transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100 on the effect control board 80 via another board. In that case, the command may simply pass through another board, or the sound output board 70, the lamp driver board 35, and the sound / lamp board are equipped with control means such as a microcomputer, and the control means receives the command. In response to this, control related to voice control and lamp control is executed, and the received command is changed as it is or, for example, to a simplified command, and the effect display device 9 and the decorative design indicators 9a and 9b are changed. You may make it transmit to the microcomputer 100 for presentation control to control. Even in that case, the effect control microcomputer 100 performs the display control in response to the effect control command directly received from the game control microcomputer 560 in each of the above-described embodiments. Display control can be performed in accordance with commands received from the driver board 35 or the sound / lamp board.

  (17) In the first embodiment described above, the effect control microcomputer 100 is the effect display device 9 as the effect part based on the change pattern command from the game control microcomputer 560, and the symbol change designation command. Since it is configured to execute a notice effect corresponding to the specified special symbol indicator, two special symbol indicators (a first special symbol indicator 8a and a second special symbol indicator 8b) are provided. However, it is possible to make it easier for the player to grasp the progress of the game (such as which variation display means is producing an effect corresponding to the variation display) and to enrich the variation of the game Can do.

  (18) In the first embodiment described above, a display composed of two LEDs is used as the decorative symbol display. However, the decorative symbol display is not limited to such a configuration. For example, you may comprise one or more 7 segment LED. In addition, the present invention can also be applied to a gaming machine that is not provided with a decorative symbol display.

  (19) The first embodiment described above is not limited to a payout-type gaming machine that pays out a predetermined number of prize balls in response to detection of winning balls, but responds to detection of winning balls by enclosing gaming balls. Thus, the present invention can also be applied to an enclosed game machine that gives points. Moreover, said embodiment is applicable also to the game machine with which what was called 1 type and 2 types mixed. The gaming machine in which one type and two types are mixed may be a gaming machine having the following configuration, for example.

  (20) The above-described embodiment can also be applied to an apparatus such as a game machine that simulates the operation of the pachinko gaming machine 1. The program and data for realizing the above-described embodiment are not limited to a form distributed and provided to a computer apparatus or the like by a detachable recording medium, but a storage apparatus that the computer apparatus or the like has in advance. You may take the form that is distributed by pre-installing. Furthermore, the program and data for realizing the present invention are distributed by downloading from other devices on a network connected via a communication line or the like by providing a communication processing unit. It doesn't matter. The game embodiment is not only executed by attaching a removable recording medium, but can also be executed by temporarily storing a program and data downloaded via a communication line or the like in an internal memory or the like. It is also possible to execute directly using hardware resources on the other device side on a network connected via a communication line or the like. Further, the game can be executed by exchanging data with other computer devices or the like via a network.

  (21) As described above, in the special symbol process, when the start-port switch passing process is divided into the first special symbol process and the second special symbol process, for example, a pre-read process or a big hit determination is performed. Some processes such as processes may be shared by executing a common processing routine.

  (22) In the above-described embodiment, the example in which the first special symbol display 8a and the second special symbol display 8b are configured by the same type of display (7-segment LED) has been shown. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the first special symbol display 8a and the second special symbol display 8b may be configured by different types of displays. Specifically, one of the first special symbol display 8a and the second special symbol display 8b may be a seven-segment display and the other may be a dot matrix display. One of the first special symbol display 8a and the second special symbol display 8b is composed of a 7-segment display, and the other is composed of an LED display such as the decorative symbol display 9a, 9b. May be.

(23) In the above-described embodiment, the display result of the variable display on the normal symbol display 10 that is variably displayed when it is detected that the game ball has passed the gate 32 is the predetermined display result (winning symbol). In this example, the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is controlled to be in the open state. However, not limited thereto, without providing the normal symbol display 10, when the game ball is detected that has passed through the gate 32, variable winning ball device 15, also so as to be controlled to the open state Good.

  (24) The pre-reading effect described above has been described by taking the effect using the reserved memory as an example, but is not limited thereto, the effect using the image, the effect using only the sound, the effect using only the movable member, Of the effects using images and sounds, the effects using images and movable members, the effects using sounds and movable members, and the effects using images, sounds and movable members, A pattern may be used. Further, the advance notice may be selected and executed in a predetermined order from these notice patterns, or may be selected and executed at random from these notice patterns.

  (25) In the above-described embodiment, as described in S219 of FIG. 11, the game control microcomputer 560 displays the prefetch determination result when the prefetch process is performed, regardless of the prefetch determination result. The example of transmitting the corresponding start winning designation command has been described. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and only when the prefetch determination result is a specific determination result (for example, a determination result that is a big hit, a determination result that is a super reach), a start winning designation command corresponding to the prefetch determination result is transmitted. When the prefetch determination result is a determination result other than the specific determination result (for example, a determination result that is a variation pattern type other than the super-reach and out of super-reach), the start winning designation command corresponding to the prefetch determination result is not transmitted. Alternatively, a common start winning designation command such as “no determination” may be transmitted. Thereby, it is possible to improve a sense of expectation when a prefetch effect that is executed based on the prefetch determination result specified from the start winning designation command is executed.

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

  9 effect display device, 1 pachinko gaming machine, 560 microcomputer for game control, 100 microcomputer for effect control.

Claims (1)

After the game medium has passed through the start area, the variation display unit derived and displayed on the variation display unit for deriving and displaying the display result after variably displaying a plurality of types of identification information based on the fact that the variation display start condition is satisfied. A gaming machine that controls a specific gaming state that is advantageous to the player when the display result is a predetermined specific display result,
Hold memory that stores information for specifying whether or not the display result of the variable display in which the game medium passes through the start area but the start condition is not yet satisfied becomes the specific display result as the hold storage information Means,
A hold display means for performing a hold display corresponding to the hold storage information stored in the hold storage means;
After the game medium passes through the start area, before the start condition of the variable display corresponding to the passage is satisfied, it is determined whether or not the display result of the variable display corresponding to the passage becomes the specific display result. Holding determination means to
Based on the determination result by the hold determination unit, the suggestion effect execution unit that executes the suggestion effect to change the display mode of the hold display before the start condition of the variable display that is the target of the determination is satisfied;
A means for deriving and displaying the display result of the variable display after the plurality of types of identification information are displayed in a variable manner based on the hold storage information for which the start condition is satisfied. Fluctuation display execution means for executing any one of a plurality of types of reach effects including a reach effect and a special reach effect with higher reliability that is the specific display result than the normal reach effect,
The suggestion effect execution means can execute the suggestion effect at different timings according to the number of reserved memories stored in the hold storage means.
In the variable display based on the hold storage information that is the hold storage information that is the specific display result and that triggers the suggestion effect, the ratio that the normal reach effect is executed among the multiple types of reach effects is as follows: The normal reach effect is executed among the plurality of types of reach effects in the variable display based on the hold memory information that is the reserved memory information that is the specific display result and that did not trigger the suggestion effect. A gaming machine characterized by a higher percentage.

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