JP5753349B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Description

  The present invention relates to a launching device for launching a game ball into a game area, an operation handle for operating the launching apparatus, a variable display device whose display contents can be changed, and a start prize provided in the game area. Based on the fact that a game ball has been won in the mouth, the variation display device executes a variation display game with a plurality of identification symbols, and when the display result of the variation display game becomes a predetermined special result mode, The present invention relates to a gaming machine comprising control means for performing control for generating a special gaming state advantageous to a person.

Conventionally, a game comprising a variable display device for displaying a variable display game, and a control means for performing control to generate a special game state when the display result of the variable display game is a predetermined special result mode (so-called big hit) It has been proposed that a mini display game can be executed during a period in which a customer waiting demonstration screen in which a player has not fired a game ball into the game area is displayed on a variable display device (for example, a patent) Reference 1) .

JP 2002-282426 A

However, in the gaming machine disclosed in Patent Document 1, since the operation handle of the hitting ball launcher is used for selecting the mini display game, the mini display is performed while the game ball is stored in the upper plate. There is a problem that you can not enjoy the game .

It is an object of the present invention to enable a mini display game to be executed even during a special game state in addition to a period in which a customer waiting demonstration screen in which a player has not launched a game ball into the game area is displayed on the variable display device. An object of the present invention is to make it possible to enjoy a mini display game by a display device in a state where game balls are stored in an upper plate.

In order to solve the above problems, the invention described in claim 1
A launch device for launching a game ball to the game area, an operation handle for operating the launch device, a variable display device capable of changing display contents, and a game ball at a start winning opening provided in the game area Based on the fact that the player has won a prize, the variation display device executes a variation display game with a plurality of identification symbols, and the display result of the variation display game is advantageous to the player when the display results in a predetermined special result mode. Control means for performing control to generate a special gaming state;
A gaming machine comprising
The control means includes
Start winning storage means for storing start winning information that becomes the execution right of the variable display game based on winning of the game ball to the start winning opening;
A variable display game execution control means for executing the variable display game based on the start winning information stored in the start winning storage means;
Screen switching means for switching the display content on the variable display device to a customer waiting screen when the right to execute the variable display game does not occur for a predetermined period;
Screen display control means for performing display control on the customer waiting screen;
With
The screen display control means includes
A predetermined mini display game or predetermined game information can be selectively displayed on the customer waiting screen;
The predetermined game information is
It is a two-dimensional code that can obtain information on the gaming machine by connecting to a site on the Internet that discloses the information on the gaming machine,
The predetermined mini display game is:
The special game state during even displayable der Rutotomoni, Ri also displayable der between the from changes start varying display game special game state occurs until the end of the fanfare effect for shifting to the special game state,
During the period from the start of change of the variable display game in which the special gaming state occurs to the end of the fanfare effect for shifting to the special gaming state, the predetermined mini display game can be executed continuously,
In the customer waiting screen, the predetermined mini display game can be executed based on a signal from an operation means other than the operation handle.

  Here, the “start winning opening” includes a starting opening (starting gate) for giving a starting condition for the variable display game in addition to a winning opening for giving a prize ball together with the starting condition for the variable display game. In the “start winning information”, in addition to information that the starting winning has occurred, random numbers for determining the jackpot or stop symbol obtained in response to the starting winning, and randomness for selecting the variation mode (variation pattern) The determination information based on a numerical value or a random number value is included. A plurality of pieces of information may be included in one start-up memory. Further, the “number of start memories” corresponds to the number of game balls won in the start winning opening, and is not the number of start winning information. The “mini display game” is a simple game that is executed on the display device and ends in a relatively short time, and may be one that a player can participate in, or one that can automatically participate and not participate.

According to the first aspect of the present invention, in order to enable execution of a predetermined mini-display game based on a signal from an operation means other than the operation handle, even if the game ball is stored in the upper plate, the special game Even in the state, it is possible to execute a predetermined mini display game other than the variable display game , and to change the player's mood. In addition, game information such as a jackpot history can be viewed on the customer waiting screen.

According to the present invention, in a gaming machine in which a mini display game can be executed during a period in which a customer waiting demonstration screen in which a player has not fired a game ball to the game area is displayed on the variable display device, A mini display game by a display device can be enjoyed in a state where game balls are stored .

1 is a front view of a gaming machine showing a configuration of an embodiment to which the present invention is applied. 1 is a front view of a gaming board of a gaming machine showing the configuration of an embodiment to which the present invention is applied. It is a block diagram which shows the control system of the game machine which shows the structure of one embodiment to which this invention is applied. It is a block diagram which shows the structural example of the presentation control apparatus which comprises one embodiment game machine to which this invention is applied. It is a flowchart shown about an example of a main process. It is a flowchart shown about an example of a timer interruption process. It is a flowchart shown about an example of a special figure game process. It is a flowchart which shows the continuation of the special figure game process shown in FIG. It is a flowchart shown about an example of a special figure game branch process. It is a state transition diagram for demonstrating the operating state of a gaming machine. It is explanatory drawing shown about an example of a jackpot type. It is explanatory drawing shown about an example of the breakdown at the time of jackpot winning. It is explanatory drawing shown about an example of the game state which transfers after the big hit or the small hit end. It is a screen display shown about an example of a stage mode production. It is a flowchart shown about an example of a prefetch alerting | reporting process. It is a flowchart shown about an example of a notice display cancellation process. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the reliability with respect to the result of a special figure fluctuation display game. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of a display of start memory in a notice display cancellation process. It is a flowchart shown about an example of a starting memory | storage number storage process. It is a flowchart shown about an example of the prefetch alerting | reporting process in the 1st modification of 1st invention. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of a display of the prefetch alert | report in the 1st modification of 1st invention. It is a flowchart shown about an example of the prefetch alerting | reporting process in the 2nd modification of 1st invention. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of a display of the prefetch alert | report in the 2nd modification of 1st invention. It is a flowchart shown about an example of the prefetch mode continuation process in the 3rd modification of 1st invention. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of a display of the prefetch alert | report in the 3rd modification of 1st invention. It is explanatory drawing shown about an example of a mode transition effect display. It is a timing chart which shows an example of mode change production display. It is a timing chart which shows an example of the big winning opening opening pattern of the 1st modification of 2nd invention. It is a flowchart shown about an example of the fluctuation pattern setting process in the 2nd modification of 2nd invention. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of a fluctuation pattern table. It is a timing chart shown about an example of symbol external information output in the 3rd modification of the 2nd invention. (A) It is a timing chart shown about an example of the mode transition effect display in the 4th modification of 2nd invention. (B) It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of a cut-in display. It is a flowchart shown about an example of the big hit prefetch notice display process of 3rd invention. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the jackpot prefetch notice display of 3rd invention. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the jackpot prefetch notice display of 3rd invention. It is a flowchart shown about an example of the big hit announcement display process of the 1st modification of 1st Example of 3rd invention. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the jackpot notice display of the 1st modification of 1st Example of 3rd invention. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the jackpot prefetch notice display of the 2nd modification of 1st Example of 3rd invention. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the jackpot prefetch notice display of the 2nd modification of 1st Example of 3rd invention. It is a flowchart shown about an example of the probability state alerting | reporting determination process of the 3rd modification of 1st Example of 3rd invention. It is a flowchart shown about an example of the probability state alerting | reporting determination process of the 4th modification of 1st Example of 3rd invention. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of effect control performed in the effect control apparatus 300 of the game machine to which 2nd Example of 3rd invention is applied. It is explanatory drawing which shows another example of a prefetch notice display. It is explanatory drawing which shows another example of a prefetch notice display. It is explanatory drawing which shows another example of a prefetch notice display. It is explanatory drawing which shows another example of a prefetch notice display. It is explanatory drawing which shows another example of a prefetch notice display. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of a display at the time of the prefetch mode rush process of 4th invention. It is a flowchart shown about an example of prefetch mode rush processing. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the prefetch notice display in 4th invention. It is explanatory drawing which shows the flow of the mini display game process of 5th invention. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the mini display game in the Example of 5th invention. It is explanatory drawing which shows the other example of a mini display game. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the prefetch notice effect which shared the image with the mini display game. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the probability state alerting | reporting display in the promotion effect etc. which shared the image with the mini display game. It is a flowchart which shows the procedure of a mini display game addition process. It is a flowchart which shows the procedure of a mini display game stock process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the kind of stop result of the identification symbol of the variable display game in the game machine of the Example of 6th invention. It is a timing chart which shows the method of progress of the big hit game at the time of probability change big hit occurrence in the Example of 6th invention. It is a timing chart which shows the detailed content of the rounds 1-5 per 14R probability variation B in the Example of 6th invention. It is a timing chart which shows the detailed content of the rounds 1-5 per 5R probability variation A in the Example of 6th invention. It is a timing chart which shows the detailed content of the rounds 1-5 per 5R probability variation B in the Example of 6th invention. It is a timing chart which shows the detailed content of the rounds 1-2 per 2R probability variation A in the Example of 6th invention. It is a timing chart which shows the detailed content of the rounds 1-2 of the small hits in the Example of 6th invention.

[First invention]
DESCRIPTION OF EXEMPLARY EMBODIMENTS Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the invention will be described with reference to the drawings. Here, a pachinko gaming machine as a suitable example of the gaming machine according to the present invention will be described.
FIG. 1 is an explanatory diagram of a gaming machine according to an embodiment of the present invention.
The gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment includes a front frame 12, and the front frame 12 is assembled to a main body frame (outer frame) 11 via a hinge 13 so as to be openable and closable. The game board 30 (see FIG. 2) is stored in a storage portion (not shown) formed on the front side of the front frame 12. Further, a glass frame 15 having a cover glass (transparent member) 14 covering the front surface of the game board 30 is attached to the front frame (inner frame) 12.

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

  In addition, at the lower part of the front frame 12, an upper plate 21 for supplying game balls to a not-shown hitting ball launcher, and game balls paid out from a ball payout device provided on the back side of the gaming machine 10 flow out. A tray ball outlet 22, a lower plate 23 for storing game balls paid out in a state where the upper plate 21 is full, an operation handle 24 of a ball striking device, and the like are provided. Further, an effect button 25 having an operation switch for receiving an operation input from the player and a selector button 29 adjacent to the effect button 25 are provided on the upper edge of the upper plate 21. Further, a key 26 for opening and locking the front frame 12 is provided on the lower right side of the front frame 12.

  In the gaming machine 10 of this embodiment, when the player rotates the operation handle 24, the hitting ball launching device directs the game ball supplied from the upper plate 21 toward the game area 32 on the front surface of the game board 30. And fire. In addition, when the player operates the effect button 25 and the selector button 29, an effect in which the player's operation is intervened in the change display game (decoration special view change display game) on the display device 41 (see FIG. 2), etc. Can be performed. Further, on the front surface of the glass frame 15 above the upper plate 21, a ball lending button 27 that is operated when a player receives a ball lending from an adjacent ball lending machine, and a prepaid card to be discharged from the card unit of the ball lending machine. A discharge button 28 for operating the balance, a balance display section (not shown) for displaying the balance of the prepaid card, and the like are provided.

Next, an example of the game board 30 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 2 is a front view of the game board 30 of the present embodiment.
On the surface of the game board 30, a substantially circular game area 32 surrounded by the guide rail 31 is formed. The game area 32 is surrounded by resin side cases 33 and guide rails 31 provided at the four corners of the game board 30. In the game area 32, a center case 40 provided with a display device 41 is disposed substantially at the center. The display device 41 is attached to a recessed portion provided in the center case 40 at a position deeper than the front surface of the center case 40. That is, the center case 40 surrounds the display area of the display device 41 and is formed to protrude forward from the display surface of the display device 41.

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

  On the left side of the center case 40 in the game area 32, a normal symbol start gate (ordinary start gate) 34 is provided. A general winning opening 35 is arranged on the lower left side of the center case 40, and a winning opening switch 35a (see FIG. 3) for detecting a game ball that has entered the general winning opening 35 is arranged in the general winning opening 35. It is installed.

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

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

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

The special variation winning device 38 has an attacker-type open / close door 38c that can be opened by rotating in a direction in which the upper end side is tilted toward the near side, depending on the result of the special figure variation display game as an auxiliary game. The state is converted from a closed state (closed state unfavorable for the player) to an open state (a state advantageous to the player).
That is, the special variable winning device 38 includes a large winning opening that is opened and closed by an open / close door 38c that is driven by a large winning port solenoid 38b (see FIG. 3) as a driving device. By converting the closed state from the closed state to the open state, the inflow of game balls into the special winning opening is facilitated, and a predetermined game value (prize ball) is given to the player.

In addition, a count switch 38a (see FIG. 3) as a detecting means for detecting a game ball that has entered the special winning opening is disposed inside the special winning opening (winning area).
Below the special variable winning device 38, there is provided an out port 39 for collecting game balls that have not won a winning port.

  Also, outside the game area 32 (for example, at the top of the game board 30), the first special figure fluctuation display game and the second special figure fluctuation display game that form the special figure fluctuation display game, and the winning for the normal figure start gate 34 are awarded. A collective display device 80 is provided for executing a universal map display game with a trigger at one location.

  The collective display device 80 includes a first special figure fluctuation display unit (special figure 1 display) 81 and a second special figure for a first special figure fluctuation display game configured by a 7-segment display (LED lamp) or the like. A second special figure fluctuation display section (special figure 2 indicator) 82 for the fluctuation display game and a fluctuation display for the normal fluctuation display game which is composed of LED lamps and a memory display for informing the start memory number of each fluctuation display game. There is provided a display unit 83 for displaying the occurrence of a big hit, a short time occurrence, an error display in which the probability state of the big hit is a high probability state when the power is turned on, and the number of rounds at the time of the big hit.

  The special figure fluctuation display game on the special figure 1 display 81 and the special figure 2 display 82 is, for example, during the execution of the fluctuation display game, that is, while the decoration special figure fluctuation display game is being performed on the display device 41, The segment is blinked to indicate that it is changing. When the result of the game is “out of”, for example, the central segment is turned on as a result mode of out of game, and when the result of the game is “win”, the result of out of game (special result mode) is not. A game result is displayed with a result mode other than the result mode (for example, a number such as “3” or “7”) in a lit state.

  The general-purpose display on the display unit 83 blinks the lamp during the change and displays that the change is in progress. When the game result is “out of”, for example, the lamp is turned off, and when the game result is “hit”, the lamp is turned on to display the game result.

  The special figure 1 hold indicator of the display unit 83 displays the number of undigested balls (starting memory number = holding number) among the number of winning balls to the start winning opening 36 which is the variation start condition of the special figure 1 indicator 81. Display with two lamps. Specifically, when the number of hold is “0”, all four lamps are turned off, and when the number of hold is “1”, only one lamp is turned on. When the number of holds is “2”, the two lamps are lit. When the number of holds is “3”, the three lamps are lit. When the number of holds is “4”, all four lamps are turned on. Turn on the light.

  The special figure 2 hold indicator of the display unit 83 indicates the start memory number (= hold number) of the second start winning opening (ordinary variable prize winning device 37) as the fluctuation start condition of the special figure 2 indicator 82, as shown in FIG. The display is made with four lamps in the same manner as the hold indicator.

  The universal figure hold indicator of the display unit 83 displays the start memory number (= holding number) of the universal figure start gate 34 which is the fluctuation start condition of the universal figure indicator with two lamps. For example, when the number of hold is “0”, two lamps are turned off, and when the number of hold is “1”, only one lamp is turned on. When the number of holds is “2”, two lamps are lit. When the number of holds is “3”, one lamp blinks, and the other lamp is lit. When the number of holds is “4” Causes the two lamps to blink.

  For example, the first game state indicator of the display unit 83 turns off the lamp in a normal gaming state, and turns on the lamp when a big hit has occurred. For example, the second gaming state indicator turns off the lamp in the normal gaming state, and turns on the lamp when the time-short state occurs.

  The error indicator of the display unit 83 turns off the lamp when the jackpot probability state is low when the gaming machine 10 is turned on, for example, and the jackpot probability state is high probability when the gaming machine 10 is turned on. In case of, turn on the lamp.

  For example, the round display unit of the display unit 83 turns off the lamp in the normal gaming state, and turns on the lamp corresponding to the number of rounds (2 rounds or 15 rounds) when a big hit occurs. To. Note that the round display unit may be a seven-segment display.

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

  On the other hand, a gate switch 34a (see FIG. 3) including a non-contact type switch for detecting a game ball that has passed through the general diagram start gate 34 is provided in the general diagram start gate 34. When a game ball that has been driven into the area 32 passes through the usual figure start gate 34, it is detected by the gate switch 34a and a usual figure change display game is played.

  In addition, the normal variation display game cannot be started, for example, the normal variation display game has already been played and the normal variation display game has not been completed, When 37 is converted to the open state and the game ball passes through the general figure start gate 34, if it is less than the upper limit of the normal figure start memory number, the general figure start memory number is added (+1) and the general figure start memory number is increased. One figure start memory is stored. The number of memorized start winning prizes is displayed on the display unit 83 for notifying the starting winning quantity of the collective display device 80.

  In addition, when the random number value for hit determination for determining the hit error of the normal figure variation display game is stored as the normal figure start storage information, and the random number value for hit determination coincides with the determination value In addition, a specific result mode (specific result) is derived by hitting the common map fluctuation display game.

  The normal map change display game is executed by a general map display of the display unit 83 provided in the collective display device 80. The general-purpose indicator is composed of LEDs indicating normal identification information (normal diagrams, normal symbols) in the lit state, and indicating a shift in the unlit state, and the normal identification information is displayed by blinking this LED. Fluctuation display is performed, and after a predetermined fluctuation display time has elapsed, the LED is turned on or off to display the result.

  Note that, for example, numbers, symbols, character designs, and the like may be used as the normal identification information, which is displayed by variably displaying for a predetermined time and then stopped. If the stop display of the usual figure change display game is a specific result, the pair of movable members 37b of the normal fluctuation winning device 37 is opened for a predetermined time (for example, 0.3 seconds). It becomes a state. This makes it easier for the game ball to win the second start winning opening inside the normal fluctuation winning device 37, and the number of times the second special figure changing display game is executed increases.

  When the common random number value extracted at the time of detecting passage to the general figure start gate 34 is a winning value, the normal symbol displayed on the normal figure display of the display unit 83 stops in the winning state and enters the winning state. At this time, the normal variation winning device 37 is in a state in which the movable member 37b is opened for a predetermined time (for example, 0.3 seconds) by driving the built-in general-purpose solenoid 37c (see FIG. 3). It is converted and the winning of the game ball is allowed.

  The winning ball to the starting winning port 36 and the winning ball to the normal variation winning device 37 are respectively detected by the starting port 1 switch 36a and the starting port 2 switch 37a provided inside. The game ball that has won the start winning opening 36 is detected as the start winning ball of the first special figure variable display game, is stored up to a predetermined upper limit number (for example, 4), and is awarded to the normal variable winning device 37. The played game balls are detected as start winning balls for the second special figure variation display game, and stored with a predetermined upper limit number (for example, four) as a limit.

  In addition, when the starting winning ball is detected, a big hit random number value, a big hit symbol random number value, and each variation pattern random number value are extracted, and the extracted random number value is stored in a special figure memory in the game control device 100 (see FIG. 3). Each area (a part of the RAM) is stored as a special figure start memory (start winning information) for a predetermined number of times (for example, a maximum of four times). The number stored in the special figure start memory is displayed on the display unit 83 for notifying the start winning number of the collective display device 80 and also on the display device 41 of the center case 40.

The game control device 100 uses the special figure display device (variable display device) 81 or 82 to change the first or second special figure based on the prize winning to the start winning opening 36 or the normal variable prize winning device 37 or the start memory thereof. Play a display game.
The first special figure fluctuation display game and the second special figure fluctuation display game are performed by variably displaying a plurality of special symbols (special figures, identification information) and then stopping and displaying a predetermined result form. In addition, a decorative special figure fluctuation display game for displaying a plurality of types of identification information (for example, numbers, symbols, character designs, etc.) corresponding to each special figure fluctuation display game on the display device 41 is executed. ing.
If the display form of the special figure 1 display 81 or the special figure 2 display 82 becomes a special result form as a result of the special figure change display game, a special game state (so-called big hit state is obtained). ) Correspondingly, the display mode of the display device 41 is also a special result mode.

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

  The special figure 1 display 81 and the special figure 2 display 82 may be separate displays or the same display. However, each special figure variation display is not performed independently or simultaneously. The game is displayed. In addition, the display device 41 may use different display devices and different display areas in the first special map variable display game and the second special map variable display game, or use the same display device and display area. However, the decoration special figure variation display game is displayed so as not to be executed independently or simultaneously. The game machine 10 may not be provided with the special figure 1 display 81 and the special figure 2 display 82, and the special figure variation display game may be executed only by the display device 41.

  Further, the second special figure variation display game is executed with priority over the first special figure variation display game. That is, if there is a start memory of the first special figure fluctuation display game and the second special figure fluctuation display game, and the execution of the special figure fluctuation display game becomes possible, the second special figure fluctuation display game is It is supposed to be executed.

  In addition, in the state where the first special figure fluctuation display game (second special figure fluctuation display game) can be started and the number of start memories is zero, the start winning opening 36 (or the normal fluctuation prize winning device 37) is entered. When the game ball wins, the start memory is stored as the start right is generated, the start memory number is incremented by 1, and the first special figure variation display game (second special figure) is immediately added based on the start memory. (Variable display game) is started, and at this time, the starting memory number is decremented by one.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

  The gaming microcomputer 111 constitutes a control means for comprehensively controlling the game. Specifically, the gaming microcomputer 111 includes a CPU (central processing unit: microprocessor) 111A, a read-only ROM (read-only memory) 111B, and a RAM (random access memory) 111C that can be read and written as needed.

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

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

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

  Thus, for example, a decorative special figure fluctuation display game displayed on a display device corresponding to a special figure fluctuation display game fluctuates a plurality of identification information for a predetermined time in each of the left, middle, and right fluctuation display areas on the display device. After displaying, when the display of the result mode is stopped in the order of left, right, and middle, the condition that becomes the special result mode is satisfied in the left and right variable display areas (for example, The state in which the variable display is stopped with the same identification information) is the reach state. In addition to this, when the variable display of all the variable display areas is temporarily stopped, the condition that the special result mode is satisfied in any two of the left, middle, and right variable display areas (for example, the same The state in which the identification information is obtained (except for the special result mode) may be set as the reach state, and the remaining one variable display area may be variably displayed from the reach state.

This reach state includes a plurality of reach productions, and the possibility that a special result mode is derived (different reliability) includes normal reach, special 1 reach, special 2 reach, special 3 reach, Premier reach etc. are set. The reliability increases in the order of no reach <normal reach <special 1 reach <special 2 reach <special 3 reach <premier reach. In addition, this reach state is included in a variable display mode at least in a case where a special result mode is derived in a special figure variable display game (when a big hit is achieved). That is, when it is determined that the special result mode is not derived in the special figure variable display game (when it is out of date), it may be included in the variable display mode. Therefore, the state in which the reach state has occurred is a state that is more likely to be a big hit than the case in which the reach state does not occur.
Here, the CPU 111A serves as reach state generation means capable of generating a reach state in the special figure variation display game based on the start memory stored in the RAM 111C as start storage means.

The CPU 111A executes a game control program in the ROM 111B, generates control signals (commands) for the payout control device 200 and the effect control device 300, and generates and outputs drive signals for the solenoid and the display device, thereby playing the gaming machine. 10 overall control is performed.
Although not shown, the game microcomputer 111 is a jackpot determining random number for the special figure variation display game, a big hit symbol random number for determining the big hit symbol, a variation pattern in the special figure variation display game (various reach and reach). A random number generation circuit for generating a variation pattern random number for determining a variation display game in a variation display without a game), a random number for determining a hit of a normal variation display game, and the like from the oscillation circuit 113 Based on the oscillation signal (original clock signal), a clock generator is provided that generates a timer interrupt signal for a predetermined period (for example, 4 milliseconds) for the CPU 111A and a clock that gives the update timing of the random number generation circuit.

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

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

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

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

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

  Further, the input unit 120 includes a start winning opening 36 converted by signals from the fraud detection magnetic sensor switch 65 and the vibration sensor switch 62 provided on the front frame 12 of the gaming machine 10 and the proximity I / F 121. The start port 1 switch 36 a in the inside, the start port 2 switch 37 a in the normal variation winning device 37, the gate switch 34 a, the general winning port switch 35 a, and the count switch 38 a, and the game microcomputer 111 via the data bus 140. A second input port 122 is provided to supply the input. The data held by the second input port 122 is read by asserting the enable signal CE1 (changing to an effective level) by the gaming microcomputer 111 decoding the address assigned to the second input port 122. be able to. The same applies to other ports described later.

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

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

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

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

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

  On the other hand, detection signals such as the magnetic sensor switch 65 and the vibration sensor switch 62 that cannot be supplied to the test fire testing device as they are are once taken into the gaming microcomputer 111 and processed into other signals or information. An error signal indicating that the control is not possible is supplied from the data bus 140 to the trial test apparatus via the buffer 134 and the relay board 70. The relay board 70 is provided with a port that takes in the signal output from the buffer 134 and supplies it to the test test apparatus, a connector that relays and transmits a signal line of a switch detection signal that does not pass through the buffer, and the like. ing. A chip enable signal CE output from the gaming microcomputer 111 is also supplied to the port on the relay board 70, and the signal of the port selected and controlled by the signal CE is supplied to the test firing test apparatus.

  In addition, the output unit 130 is connected to the data bus 140 and is connected to the data bus 140 to open a special variation winning device 38 (a large winning opening solenoid) 38b and a solenoid (normal electric solenoid) 37c to open a movable member 37b of the normal variation winning device 37. The third output port 135 for outputting the ON / OFF data of the LED and the ON / OFF data of the digit line to which the LED cathode terminal of the collective display device 80 is connected. A fourth output port 136 for outputting ON / OFF data of the segment line connected to the anode terminal, and a fifth output port 137 for outputting information related to the gaming machine 10 such as jackpot information to the external information terminal 71 are provided. It has been. Information relating to the gaming machine 10 output from the external information terminal 71 is supplied to, for example, an information collection terminal installed in a game store or a game hall internal management device (not shown).

  Further, the output unit 130 receives the opening / closing data signal of the big prize opening solenoid 38b output from the third output port 135, and receives the solenoid driving signal and the opening / closing data signal of the power solenoid 37c to generate the solenoid driving signal. A first driver (drive circuit) 138a for outputting, a second driver 138b for outputting an on / off drive signal for a digit line on the current drawing side of the collective display device 80 outputted from the third output port 135, and a fourth output port 136 The external information signal supplied to the external device such as the management device from the third driver 138c and the fifth output port 137 for outputting the ON / OFF drive signal of the segment line on the current supply side of the collective display device 80 output from the external information A fourth driver 138d for outputting to the terminal 71 is provided.

  The first driver 138a is supplied with DC32V from the power supply device 400 as a power supply voltage so that a solenoid operating at 32V can be driven. Also, DC12V is supplied to the third driver 138c that drives the segment lines of the collective display device 80. Since the second driver 138b for driving the digit line is for extracting the digit line corresponding to the display data with a current, the power supply voltage may be either 12V or 5V. A dynamic drive method is achieved by flowing current to the anode terminal of the LED through the segment line by the third driver 138c that outputs 12 V, and drawing the current from the cathode terminal through the segment line by the second driver 138b that outputs the ground potential. The power supply voltage flows through the LEDs sequentially selected in step 1 so that the LEDs are lit. The fourth driver 138d that outputs the external information signal to the external information terminal 71 is supplied with DC12V in order to give the external information signal a level of 12V. Note that the buffer 134, the third output port 135, the first driver 138a, and the like may be provided on the output board 130 of the game control device 100, that is, on the relay board 70 side instead of the main board.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

  Further, the effect control device 300 includes a built-in switch 25a built in the effect button 25 and the select button 29 provided on the front frame 12, and an effect motor switch for detecting the initial position of the motor in the panel effect device 44. A switch input circuit 336 for detecting an on / off state and inputting a detection signal to a main control microcomputer (1stCPU) 311; an amplifier circuit 337a including an audio power amplifier for driving an upper speaker 19a provided on the front frame 12; An amplifier circuit 337b for driving the lower speaker 19b provided on the front frame 12 is provided.

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

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

Next, game control performed in these control circuits will be described.
The CPU 111A of the game microcomputer 111 of the game control device 100 extracts a random number for determining the hit of the usual figure based on the input of the detection signal of the game ball from the gate switch 34a provided in the usual figure start gate 34, and the ROM 111B. Is compared with the determination value stored in, and a process for determining whether or not the normal-game fluctuation display game is hit is performed. Then, after the identification symbol is variably displayed for a predetermined time on the display unit 83 of the display unit 83, a process of displaying a general symbol variation display game to be stopped is performed. If the result of the normal variation display game is a win, a special result mode is displayed on the general diagram display of the display unit 83 and the general electric solenoid 37c is operated to open and close the opening / closing member 37b of the normal variation winning device 37, Control is performed to release 37b as described above for a predetermined time (for example, 0.3 seconds).
In addition, when the result of the normal map change display game is out of control, control is performed to display the result form of the shift on the general map display of the display unit 83.

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

  Then, the CPU 111 </ b> A of the game control device 100 outputs a control signal (effect control command) including the determination results of the first special figure variation display game and the second special figure variation display game to the effect control device 300. Then, after the identification symbol is variably displayed for a predetermined time on the special figure 1 display 81 or the special figure 2 display 82, processing for displaying a special figure variation display game to be stopped is performed.

In addition, in the production control device 300, based on the control signal from the game control device 100, the display device 41 performs a process of displaying a decoration special figure fluctuation display game corresponding to the special figure fluctuation display game.
Furthermore, in the production control device 300, based on the control signal from the game control device 100, the sound output from the speakers 19a and 19b, the process of controlling the emission of various LEDs, and the like are performed.

Then, the CPU 111A of the game control device 100 displays the special result mode on the special figure 1 display 81 or the special figure 2 display 82 and generates a special gaming state when the result of the special figure variation display game is successful. To perform the process.
In the process of generating the special game state, the CPU 111A performs control for allowing the game ball to flow into the special winning opening by, for example, opening the open / close door 38c of the special variable winning apparatus 38 by the special winning opening solenoid 38b. .

Then, a condition that either a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls wins the grand prize opening or a predetermined time (for example, 25 seconds or 1 second) elapses from the opening of the big prize opening is achieved. Opening the grand prize opening until one is made is defined as one round, and control (cycle game) is performed to continue (repeat) this for a predetermined number of rounds (for example, 15 times or 2 times).
When the result of the special figure variation display game is out of order, the special figure 1 display 81 or the special figure 2 display 82 is controlled to display the result form of the deviation.

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

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

It should be noted that the execution time of the normal variation display game is set to the second variation display time (for example, 1 second), and the release mode of the normal variation winning device 37 is the second release time (for example, 1.7). Second), and the number of times of opening with respect to one hit result of the normal variation display game is the second number of times of opening (for example, 3 times), either one or both may be performed. May be.
As a result, the game ball can easily win the normal variation winning device 37, and the second special figure variation display game can be easily started.

  Next, game control processing by the game control device 100 will be described. This game control process includes a main process that controls the game in an integrated manner and a timer interrupt process that is performed every predetermined time (for example, every 2 mSec). FIG. 5 is a flowchart for explaining the main processing. This main process is realized by the CPU 111A of the game control device 100 reading out and executing the main process program stored in the ROM 31b immediately after startup.

  As shown in FIG. 5, in the main process, as a process at the start of the program, an initialization process at power-on (step S1), a power failure recovery process (step S2), a timer interrupt signal and a random number update trigger signal are generated. A process of starting a CTC (counter / timer circuit) to be performed is performed (step S3). Next, loop processing is performed as main loop processing. In this loop process, an interrupt prohibition process is performed (step S4), and an initial value random number update process is performed to update the initial value of a random number such as a hit determination random number and break the temporal regularity of the random number. (Step S5). Thereafter, processing for permitting an interrupt is performed (step S6).

  Then, the power failure inspection area of the RAM 111C is checked to determine whether or not a power failure has occurred (step S7). In the power failure inspection area, check data is set when the power of the gaming machine is cut off due to a power failure, and the check data is not stored in normal times. Therefore, it can be determined whether or not a power failure has occurred by determining the presence or absence of the check data. If it is determined in step S7 that no power failure has occurred (step S7; N), the process proceeds to step S4, and the processes in steps S4 to S7 are repeated. On the other hand, if it is determined in step S7 that a power failure has occurred (step S7; Y), processing is performed when a power failure occurs (step S8). Immediately after the occurrence of a power failure, the backup power supply supplies power that can execute the processing when the power failure occurs.

  In the process at the time of the occurrence of a power failure (step S8), first, a process for prohibiting interruption is performed. Then, processing for turning off all output ports is performed, and processing for clearing the power failure inspection area is performed. Further, after performing the process of saving the power failure recovery inspection area check data in the power failure recovery inspection area, performing the process of calculating the checksum when the power of the RAM 111C is shut off, and performing the process of prohibiting access to the RAM 111C, the gaming machine Wait for the power to turn off. Thus, by saving the power failure recovery inspection area check data in the power failure recovery inspection area and calculating the checksum at the time of power interruption, the information stored in the RAM 111C before the power interruption is correctly backed up. Can be determined at power-on.

  FIG. 6 is a flowchart for explaining the timer interrupt process. This timer interrupt process is executed after the interrupt is permitted in step S6 of the main process. As shown in FIG. 6, in step S11, when a timer interrupt request is generated (when an interrupt is permitted), the data stored in the register is saved in the RAM 111C. In step S12, detection signals from various sensors (Special Figure 1 start opening sensor 36a, Special Figure 2 start opening sensor 37a, general figure gate switch 34a, general winning opening switch 35a, count switch 38a, etc.) are input. In addition, output data set in various processes is output to a solenoid (big prize opening SOL38b, Fudenden SOL37c) or a display (Special Figure 1 Display 81, Special Figure 2 Display 82, Universal Figure Display 23, etc.). .

  In step S13, the command set in the transmission buffer in various processes is output to the effect control device 300 or the like (command transmission process). In step S14, the random number for determination per special figure, the random number for symbol determination, and the random number for determination per universal figure are updated (random number update process 1). In step S15, the initial value of the random number is updated in order to destroy the temporal regularity of the random number (initial value random number update process).

  In step S16, a random number for determining a fluctuation pattern for determining a fluctuation pattern in the special figure fluctuation display game for a decoration related to the special figure fluctuation display game, and a random number for table determination for setting the fluctuation pattern determination table are updated (random numbers). Update process 2). In step S17, it is monitored whether a detection signal is input from the special figure 1 start opening sensor 36a, the special figure 2 start opening sensor 37a, the normal figure gate switch 34a, the general winning opening switch 35a, the count switch 38a, or the like ( Winning mouth SW monitoring process). In step S18, an abnormal state is detected based on detection signals from sensors, ball breakage sensors, payout ball detection sensors, overflow sensors, frame opening detection sensors (none of which are not shown) provided corresponding to each winning opening. Monitor for occurrence (error monitoring process).

  In step S19, processing relating to the special figure variation display game is performed (special figure game processing). The details of this special game process will be described later. In step S20, a process related to the normal map display game is performed (normal game process). In this ordinary game process, a lottery per ordinary figure is executed. The effect control command transmitted to the effect control device 300 or the like in step S13 is generated mainly by the special game process of step S19 or the normal game process of step S20. In step S21, processing relating to the display (segment LED) 80 for displaying various information relating to the game is performed (segment LED editing processing).

  In step S22, processing for setting a signal to be output to the external management apparatus in the output buffer is performed (external information editing processing). In step S23, a process for declaring that the timer interrupt process has ended is performed. In step S24, a process of restoring the register data saved in RAM 111C in step S11 is performed. In step S25, a process for setting that the timer interrupt process is completed and the interrupt request can be accepted is performed.

7 and 8 are flowcharts showing an example of the control procedure of the special figure game process (step S19 in FIG. 6).
In the special figure game process, first, in step S101, based on the monitoring result (presence / absence of detection signal) in step S17 (winning mouth SW monitoring process) in FIG. It is determined whether there is a prize. When it is determined that there is a winning at the special figure 1 starting port 36 (step S101; Y), the process proceeds to step S102, and when it is determined that there is no winning at the special figure 1 starting port 36 (step S101; N). ) Proceeds to step S108. In step S102, the current special figure 1 start memory number (holding number) is acquired.
In step S103, it is determined whether or not the special figure 1 starting storage number is 4 or more. When it is determined that the special figure 1 start memory number is 4 or more (step S103; Y), that is, when the upper limit number of the special figure 1 start memory is exceeded (hold 4), the process proceeds to step S106. When it is determined that the special figure 1 start memory number is not 4 or more (pending 0-3) (step S103; N), the process proceeds to step S104. In step S104, the special figure 1 start memory number is incremented by 1 and updated. Following step S104, step S105 is executed. In step S105, various random numbers corresponding to the updated special figure 1 start memory are extracted and stored. Here, the various random numbers corresponding to the special figure 1 start memory are a random number for determination per special figure, a random number for determining a stop symbol, a random number for determining a variation pattern, and the like. If step S105 is performed, it will transfer to step S107.

  In step S106, which is determined in step S103 that the number of the special figure 1 start memory is 4 or more and shifted to, the start memory overflow information indicating that the special figure 1 start memory exceeds the upper limit number is set. If step S106 is performed, it will transfer to step S107. In step S107, the hold number command indicating the updated hold number, the continuous notice command for controlling execution of the prefetch notice, and the start memory overflow information are set as the effect control command related to the special figure 1 start memory. This effect control command is transmitted to the effect control device 300 in the command transmission process of step S13 in FIG. In the effect control device 300, based on this effect control command, a process related to a pre-reading notice, a process of displaying a decoration special figure start memory display, and the like are performed.

  Here, the continuous notice command is a result of determining whether or not the random number for determination per special figure related to the start-up memory coincides with the big hit determination value or the small hit determination value (lottery result per special figure), and the fluctuation pattern This is a command related to a prefetch effect including the result of determining the variation pattern corresponding to the random number for determination. For example, the effect control device 300 is instructed in advance to execute an effect corresponding to “losing normal reach or less”, “big hit”, or the like in a variable display game that is subsequently executed in response to a pending start-up memory.

  When step S107 is executed, the process proceeds to step S108 in FIG. In step S108, based on the monitoring result in step S17 of FIG. 6, it is determined whether or not there is a prize (special figure 2 start prize) in the special figure 2 start opening (ordinary variable prize winning device 37). When it is determined that there is a winning at the special figure 2 starting port (step S108; Y), the process proceeds to step S109, and when it is determined that there is no winning at the special figure 2 starting port (step S108; N). The process proceeds to step S115. In step S109, the current special figure 2 start memory number is acquired. Thereafter, in step S110, it is determined whether or not the special figure 2 starting storage number is 4 or more. When it is determined that the special figure 2 starting memory number is 4 or more (step S110; Y), that is, when the upper limit number of the special figure 2 starting memory is exceeded, the process proceeds to step S113, and the special figure 2 starting is started. When it determines with the number of memory | storage being not 4 or more (step S110; N), it transfers to step S111. In step S111, the special figure 2 starting memory number is incremented by one and updated.

  Subsequently, in step S112, various random numbers corresponding to the updated special figure 2 start memory are extracted and stored. Here, the various random numbers corresponding to the special figure 2 start-up memory are a random number for special figure determination, a random number for determining symbols, a random number for determining variation patterns, and the like. On the other hand, in step S113, where it is determined in step S110 that the special figure 2 start memory number is 4 or more and the process proceeds, the start memory overflow information indicating that the special figure 2 start memory exceeds the upper limit number is set, and step S114 is performed. Migrate to In step S114, the hold number command indicating the updated hold number, the continuous notice command for controlling the execution of the prefetch notice, and the start memory overflow information are set as the effect control commands related to the special figure 2 start memory. This effect control command is transmitted to the effect control device 300 in step S13 of FIG. In the effect control device 300, based on this effect control command, a process related to a pre-reading notice, a process of displaying a decoration special figure start memory display, and the like are performed.

  In step S115, a special figure game process number is acquired, and the process proceeds to step S116. In step S116, the special figure game branching process is performed based on the special figure game process number acquired in step S115. Details of this special game branching process will be described later. Thereafter, in step S117, a special figure fluctuation control process for updating a special figure timer, which will be described later, is executed. Then, the special figure game process is terminated.

  FIG. 9 is a flowchart showing an example of a control procedure of the special figure game branching process (step S116 in FIG. 8). This special figure game branching process is a process for controlling the execution of the special figure fluctuation display game based on the start memory (start right), and is common to both the special figure 1 fluctuation display game and the special figure 2 fluctuation display game. It is processing.

  First, in step S121, it is determined whether or not the special figure game process number is “0”. When it is determined that the special figure game process number is “0” (step S121; Y), the process proceeds to step S122, and when it is determined that the special figure game process number is not “0” (step S121; N). Proceeds to step S123. In step S122, a special figure routine process for performing lottery per special figure is executed. In the gaming machine 100, the variable display game based on the special figure 2 start right is executed in preference to the variable display game based on the special figure 1 start right. Therefore, in the special figure routine processing, it is first determined whether or not there is a special figure 2 start memory, and when it is determined that there is a special figure 2 start memory, a random number for determination per special figure relating to this special figure 2 start memory is determined. A lottery will be performed per special figure 2. Then, the special figure game process number is changed to “1”, and the process proceeds to step S123.

  If there is no special figure 2 start memory, it is determined whether or not there is a special figure 1 start memory. If it is determined that there is a special figure 1 start memory, A lottery is performed per special figure using random numbers for determination. Then, the special figure game process number is changed to “2”, and the process proceeds to step S123. When there is no special figure 1 start memory or special figure 2 start memory, a customer waiting demo command for instructing the production control device 300 to display the customer waiting demo image on the liquid crystal display device 41 is set. The figure game process number remains “0” and the process proceeds to step S123.

  In step S123, it is determined whether or not the special figure game process number is “1”. When it is determined that the special figure game process number is “1” (step S123; Y), the process proceeds to step S124, and when it is determined that the special figure game process number is not “1” (step S123; N). Moves to step S125. In step S124, a special figure 2 fluctuation start process for setting information related to the special figure 2 fluctuation display game is executed. In the special figure 2 variation start process, for example, when the lottery result per special figure 2 is a big hit, the big hit symbol (big hit type) is determined based on the random number for symbol determination stored in step S112 of FIG. Further, referring to a preset variation pattern determination table, a variation pattern (variation time) is determined based on the variation pattern determination random number stored in step S112 of FIG. After determining the jackpot symbol and the variation pattern, an effect control command (a variation start command, a variation pattern command, a hold number command, etc.) is transmitted to the effect control device 300 by setting the variation time related to the start memory in the special figure timer. Set. Then, the special figure game process number is changed to “3”, and the process proceeds to step S125.

  In step S125, it is determined whether or not the special figure game process number is “2”. When it is determined that the special figure game process number is “2” (step S125; Y), the process proceeds to step S126, and when it is determined that the special figure game process number is not “2” (step S125; N). Proceeds to step S127. In step S126, a special figure 1 fluctuation start process for setting information related to the special figure 1 fluctuation display game is executed. In the special figure 1 variation start process, for example, when the lottery result per special figure 1 is a big hit, the big hit symbol (big hit type) is determined based on the random number for symbol determination stored in step S105 of FIG. Further, referring to a preset variation pattern determination table, the variation pattern (variation time) is determined based on the variation pattern determination random number stored in step S105 of FIG. After determining the jackpot symbol and the variation pattern, an effect control command (a variation start command, a variation pattern command, a hold number command, etc.) is transmitted to the effect control device 300 by setting the variation time related to the start memory in the special figure timer. Set. Then, the special figure game process number is changed to “3”, and the process proceeds to step S127.

  In step S127, it is determined whether or not the special figure game process number is “3”. When it is determined that the special figure game process number is “3” (step S127; Y), the process proceeds to step S128, and when it is determined that the special figure game process number is not “3” (step S127; N). Proceeds to step S129. In step S128, a special figure changing process for monitoring the fluctuation time of the special figure fluctuation display game is executed. When the special figure timer (fluctuation time) becomes 0, the time for stopping and displaying the result of the special figure fluctuation display game (stop symbol display time) is set in the special figure timer. Then, the special figure game process number is changed to “4” and the process returns to the original process. Until the special figure timer (variation time) becomes 0, the process proceeds to step S129 with the special figure game process number being set to “3”.

  In step S129, it is determined whether or not the special figure game process number is “4”. When it is determined that the special figure game process number is “4” (step S129; Y), the process proceeds to step S130, and when it is determined that the special figure game process number is not “4” (step S129; N). Moves to step S131. In step S130, a special symbol display process is performed to control the variable display game after the symbol stops. When the special figure timer (stop symbol display time) becomes 0, it is determined whether the lottery result per special figure is a big hit or a small hit.

  When it is determined that the lottery result per special figure is a big hit or a small win, the time (big hit / small hit start time) to notify that the big hit or the small hit is started is set in the special figure timer, An effect control command (big hit / small hit start command) to be transmitted to the effect control device 300 is set. Then, the special figure game process number is changed to “5”, and the process proceeds to step S131. On the other hand, if it is determined that the lottery result per special figure is a loss, the special figure game process number is changed to “0” and the process returns to the original process. Until the special figure timer (stop symbol display time) becomes 0, the process proceeds to step S131 with the special figure game process number being set to “4”.

  In step S131, it is determined whether or not the special figure game process number is “5”. When it is determined that the special figure game process number is “5” (step S131; Y), the process proceeds to step S132, and when it is determined that the special figure game process number is not “5” (step S131; N). Proceeds to step S133. In step S132, processing during fanfare / interval is performed to perform initialization when a big hit or a small hit occurs. When the special figure timer (big hit / small hit start time) becomes 0, the specified round number (for example, 15R or 2R) is set according to the type of big hit or small hit, and the big winning opening opening time (for example, 25 seconds) Or 1 second) is set in the special timer. In addition, the number of rounds and the winning counter for the big prize opening are initialized, and an effect control command (such as a round start command) to be transmitted to the effect control device 300 is set. Then, the special figure game process number is changed to “6”, and the process proceeds to step S133. Until the special figure timer (big hit / small hit start time) becomes 0, the special figure game process number remains “5” and the process proceeds to step S133.

  In step S133, it is determined whether or not the special figure game process number is “6”. When it is determined that the special figure game process number is “6” (step S133; Y), the process proceeds to step S134, and when it is determined that the special figure game process number is not “6” (step S133; N). Proceeds to step S135. In step S134, the open / close door of the special winning opening 38 is opened / closed, and the special winning opening opening process for opening the special winning opening 38 is executed. When the prize winning counter of the big prize opening becomes 10 or more or the special figure timer (large prize opening time) becomes 0, the special prize timer closing time is set in the special figure timer. Then, the special figure game process number is changed to “7”, and the process proceeds to step S135. Until the winning counter of the big winning opening 38 is 10 or more or the special figure timer (large winning opening release time) becomes 0, the process moves to step S135 while keeping the special figure game process number “6”.

  In step S135, it is determined whether or not the special figure game process number is “7”. When it is determined that the special figure game process number is “7” (step S135; Y), the process proceeds to step S136, and when it is determined that the special figure game process number is not “7” (step S135; N). Proceeds to step S137. In step S136, after the special winning opening 38 is closed, a special winning opening remaining ball process for waiting for a predetermined time is performed in order to allow all the game balls remaining in the special winning opening 38 to flow down. When the special figure timer (large winning opening closing time) becomes 0, it is determined whether the number of rounds has reached the specified number of rounds. When the specified number of rounds has been reached, a time for notifying that the big hit or the small hit has ended with the effect (a big hit end time) is set in the special-purpose timer, and an effect control command (the jackpot is transmitted to the effect control device 300) After the end command is set, the special game process number is changed to “8” and the process proceeds to step S137.

  On the other hand, if the specified number of rounds has not been reached, the special prize opening time is set in the special timer. Then, the number of rounds is incremented by 1 and updated, the prize counter of the big prize opening is initialized to 0, and an effect control command (such as a round start command) to be transmitted to the effect control device 300 is set. The number is changed to “6” and the process proceeds to step S137. Until the special figure timer (large winning opening closing time) becomes 0, the process proceeds to step S137 with the special figure game process number being set to “7”.

In step S137, it is determined whether or not the special figure game process number is “8”. When it is determined that the special figure game process number is “8” (step S137; Y), the process proceeds to step S138, and when it is determined that the special figure game process number is not “8” (step S137; N). Ends the special figure game branching process and returns to the original process.
In step S138, a jackpot end process is executed to change the probability state after the jackpot or jackpot ends according to the type of jackpot or jackpot. When the special figure timer (big hit end time) becomes 0, the probability state is set according to the big win lottery result or the small hit lottery result, and a fluctuation pattern determination table to be referred to after the next special figure fluctuation display game is set. Processing is performed and an effect control command (probability state command, transition destination mode command, etc.) to be transmitted to the effect control device 300 is set. Then, the special figure game process number is changed to “0”, the special figure game branching process is terminated, and the process returns to the original process. The special figure game branching process is executed as described above.

As described above, in the special figure game process (step S19 in FIG. 6), the game control apparatus 100 extracts a random number for determination per special figure of the variable display game based on the start winning and stores it in association with the start memory. To do. Further, the random number value for determination per special figure and the big hit determination value or the small hit determination value stored in the ROM 111B are compared to determine whether or not the big hit or the small hit is appropriate (lottery per special figure). Based on the start right (execution right of the variable display game) related to the special figure start memory, the special figure variable display game is executed on the special figure 1 display 81 or the special figure 2 display 82.
When the lottery result per special figure is a big prize, the special result mode is displayed on the special figure 1 display 81 or the special figure 2 display 82 and a special gaming state is generated. When the lottery result per special figure is a small win, the special hit state is displayed on the special figure 1 display 81 or the special figure 2 display 82 and a small hit state is generated. On the other hand, when the result of the special figure fluctuation display game is a loss, the result form of the loss is displayed on the special figure 1 display 81 or the special figure 2 display 82.

  In the special game state, for example, the opening / closing door is rotated by the special winning opening SOL38b, and the inflow of the gaming balls to the special winning opening 38 is made possible. Then, a condition that either a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls wins the big winning opening 38 or a predetermined time (for example, 25 seconds or 1 second) elapses from the opening of the big winning opening 38. Until one is achieved, one round (round game) is performed, and control is performed to continue this for a predetermined number of rounds (for example, 15R or 2R) (cycle game). In the small hit state, for example, the open / close door is rotated by the special winning opening SOL38b, and the game balls can be allowed to flow into the special winning opening 38. Then, a control is performed so that a predetermined time (for example, 1 second) elapses from the opening of the special winning opening 38 as one round, and this is continued for a predetermined number of rounds (for example, 2R).

  In addition, the game control device 100 extracts a random number for determining the normal figure based on the passing of the game ball through the normal figure start gate 34 in the normal game process (step S20 in FIG. 6). The determination random number value is compared with the common figure determination value stored in the ROM 111B to determine whether or not the normal figure is appropriate (lottery per common figure). Then, based on the start right related to the general map start memory, the general map change display game is executed on the general map display of the display unit 83. If the lottery result for each figure is a win, a special result mode is displayed on the figure display, and the movable members 37b and 37b (ordinary electric accessories) are opened for a predetermined time by the ordinary electric power SOL 37c. Allows game balls to flow into the mouth. On the other hand, when the lottery result per common figure is a loss, the result form of the loss is displayed on the common figure display.

  In the special figure game process and the general figure game process described above, an effect control command for controlling the effect device (for example, the liquid crystal display device 41 or the like) is generated in accordance with the special figure change display game or the normal view change display game. It is output to the production control device 300. Based on the effect control command from the game control device 100, the effect control device 300 displays, for example, a decoration special map variation display game corresponding to the special map variation display game on the liquid crystal display device 41, or corresponds to the start memory number. To display the decoration special figure start memory to be displayed. Also, sound output from the speakers 19a and 16b, processing for controlling the light emission of the frame decoration device 18 and the panel decoration device 42, processing for controlling the operation of the panel effect device 44, processing for controlling the operation of the frame effect device 45, and the like. I do.

Further, for example, the effect control device 300 draws whether or not to execute the pre-reading notice or the pseudo continuous notice based on the continuous notice command set in step S107 of FIG. 7 or S114 of FIG. 8, and wins the lottery. In such a case, a pre-reading notice or a pseudo continuous notice is executed.
Here, the pre-reading notice is executed in the special figure variation display game corresponding to the starting memory held before the holding based on the result of the lottery per special figure based on the holding start right (starting memory). Notice (for example, pre-read notice display or notice effect). In the pre-reading notice, a plurality of games prior to the special figure change display game corresponding to the start memory that is held at the time of winning the lottery (holding pre-reading lottery) whether or not to execute the pre-reading notice are mutually related. A certain effect may be continuously executed. For example, when the number of holdings (starting memory number) at the time of winning the pre-reading notice lottery is 4, the special map variation display game over four times of the holdings 1 to 4 or the running special map variation display game is included A pre-reading notice is executed in five special figure variation display games. In addition, by using a pre-reading notice display that is different from the normal display for the special display of decorations, there is a case in which it is predicted that there is a high possibility of winning in the lottery per special figure based on the start right.

  In addition, the pseudo continuous notice means that, in the decorative special figure fluctuation display game related to one special figure fluctuation display game, after temporarily stopping the symbol fluctuation display, the symbol fluctuation display and stop are performed again. This is a notice effect that makes it appear that a special figure variation display game is being performed multiple times. In other words, a so-called pseudo-variable display in which a re-variable display is started at least once after a temporary stop in a result mode other than the special result mode in the decorative special map variable display game in the middle of the special map variable display game. It is a notice effect performed according to an aspect. In other words, in the middle of the special figure variation display game, the unit variation display that is stopped after the plurality of identification information is displayed in a variation for a predetermined time in the decoration special figure variation display game is performed two or more times, resulting in a result mode. This is a notice effect performed by a so-called pseudo-continuous variation display mode for deriving.

  Here, in the lottery to determine whether pre-reading notice or quasi-continuous notice is to be generated, the probability of occurrence when the lottery result per special figure is a big win or small win is set higher than the probability of occurrence of a loss. . Therefore, when the pre-reading notice or the pseudo continuous notice is executed, the player's sense of expectation for the big hit or the small hit increases. It should be noted that the lottery for determining whether a pre-reading notice or a pseudo-continuous notice is to be generated may be executed by the game control apparatus 100 instead of the effect control apparatus 300. In this case, information instructing execution of the pre-reading notice or the pseudo continuous notice is transmitted to the effect control apparatus 300 as a continuous notice command. Furthermore, the stage control apparatus 300 clearly or unambiguously notifies whether or not the current probability state (the state of the jackpot winning probability) is high (so-called probability variation state) based on the probability state command. To control.

  FIG. 10 is a state transition diagram for explaining the control state of the gaming machine 100. In FIG. 10, a customer waiting state (standby state) ST1 is a state in which a start right based on a start winning is not generated and the special figure display game is not executed and continues for a predetermined time. At this time, the customer waiting demo image is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 41. In this customer waiting state ST1, when a game ball wins a special figure 1 starting port 36 or a special figure 2 starting port (ordinary variable winning device 37) and a starting right is generated, the state shifts to a variable state ST2.

  The fluctuation state ST2 is a state in which a special figure fluctuation display game is being executed. When the lottery per special figure is won in the fluctuation state ST2, a special result mode is derived in the special figure fluctuation display game, and the state shifts to the big hit state ST3. When the lottery is not selected per lottery in the variation state ST2, a result mode corresponding to the loss in the special diagram variation display game is derived. Thereafter, if there is a special figure start memory (special figure start memories 1 to 4), the next special figure fluctuation display game is started. On the other hand, if there is no special figure start memory, the process shifts to the customer waiting state ST1 as the predetermined time elapses.

  The jackpot state ST3 is a state in which a special game state in which the special winning opening 38 is opened a predetermined number of times (a predetermined number of rounds) and a predetermined game value can be given to the player is generated. When the big hit state ST3 is finished, if there is a special figure start memory, the next special figure fluctuation display game is started, and if there is no special figure start memory, it shifts to the customer waiting state ST1 as a predetermined time elapses.

  FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram showing the types of jackpots that accompany the operation of the condition device in the gaming machine 100, and FIG. 12 is an explanatory diagram showing the breakdown of the jackpot winning. Here, the condition device is activated when a big hit occurs in the special figure fluctuation display game (stop display of the big hit symbol). When the conditional device is activated, for example, a big hit state occurs and the special electric accessory This means that a specific flag for continuously operating the open / close door is set. That the condition device does not operate means that the above-mentioned flag is not set as in the case of winning a small lottery, for example. The “condition device” may be software means such as a flag that is turned on / off in software as described above, or may be hardware means such as a switch that is electrically turned on / off. In addition, the “condition device” is a term generally used in the field of pachinko gaming machines as a device whose operation is a necessary condition for continuous operation of the electric accessory, and the same applies to this specification. It is used as a term having a meaning.

  In FIG. 11, 2R normal hit means, for example, that when the big hit occurs, the big winning opening 38 is opened twice for one second by the opening / closing operation of the open / close door (1 second × 2R open). Is a jackpot set at a first winning probability (for example, 1/316) that is low. The 2R probability variation is, for example, a second winning probability (for example, about 10 of the first winning probability) when the big winning opening 38 is opened for 1 second × 2R when the jackpot occurs, and the jackpot probability after the jackpot is higher than the first winning probability. Is a jackpot set to 2).

  The 15R normal hit is, for example, a jackpot in which the big winning opening 38 is opened for 25 seconds or 10 by opening / closing operation of the door when the big hit occurs, and the jackpot probability after the jackpot is ended is set to the first winning probability. is there. The 15R probability change is, for example, a jackpot in which the jackpot 38 is opened for 25 seconds or 10 by the opening and closing operation of the door when the jackpot occurs, and the jackpot probability after the jackpot ends is set to the second winning probability. is there.

The electric support (electric support state) is to increase the winning probability per general figure in the special figure fluctuation display game until the special figure fluctuation display game is consumed a predetermined number of times, and to change the fluctuation display time of the general figure fluctuation display game. By shortening, the opening and closing operation of the movable members 37b and 37b as the ordinary electric accessory frequently occurs, and it is an electric accessory support state that makes it easy for the game ball to win a special figure 2 starting opening (ordinary variation winning device 37). , Also called short time.
Here, after the jackpot is over, the power support that is continued until the special figure variation display game is digested 100 times is distinguished from the power support 1, and the power support that is continued until the next jackpot is distinguished from the power support 2. Therefore, for example, the gaming state after the 2R normal hit of the number “2” in FIG. 11 is represented as a normal state (electric support 1), and the gaming state after the 2R probability change of the number “7” in FIG. It is expressed as support 2).

In the gaming machine 100 of the present embodiment, the fluctuation display time of the normal figure fluctuation display game in the “no electric support” state (for example, the normal state) is set to a relatively long time (for example, 30 seconds). Then, the opening time of the special figure 2 starting port (ordinary variable winning device 37) at the time of hitting the usual figure in the usual figure fluctuation display game is set to a short time (for example, 0.3 seconds), so The number of opening of the special figure 2 starting port relative to the figure is also set small (for example, once).
On the other hand, the fluctuation display time of the usual figure fluctuation display game in the state of “with electric support” (for example, the normal state (electric support 1)) is shorter than the case without the electric support (for example, 2 to 2). 5 seconds). The opening time of the special figure 2 starting port when the normal figure change display game is hit is set to a longer time (for example, 1 second) than when no electric support is provided. The number of opening of the special figure 2 starting port with respect to the figure is also set larger than in the case of “no electric support” (for example, three times).

Thus, in the state of “electric support” (so-called “electric support”), the number of times of opening of the special figure 2 starting port (ordinary variable winning device 37) is increased compared to the state of “no electric support”. Since it is easy to win a game ball at the start opening, the special figure 2 start display memory is hardly interrupted, and the special figure 2 variable display game is mainly executed until the “electric support” state is completed. .
In the present embodiment, the opening time of the big prize opening is shortened with a number of rounds less than 15R (for example, 1 second), and as an example per so-called short-time opening per 2R (per 2R normal per 2R probability variation). Although it is adopted, it may be possible to employ a short-time opening per opening where the opening round of the grand prize opening is other than 2R.

  The breakdown of jackpots shown in FIG. 11, that is, the distribution ratio of each jackpot is as shown in FIGS. 12 (a) and 12 (b), for example. As shown in FIGS. 12 (a) and 12 (b), when winning the jackpot in the special figure 2 variable display game, compared to when winning the big win in the special figure 1 variable display game, the No. 4 is set to a low ratio per 2R probability variation (no electric support). The ratio of 8 to 15R probability variation (with electric support until the next big hit) is set high. In other words, in the jackpot symbol determination process executed in steps S124 and S126 of FIG. 9, the winner in the winning lottery based on the special figure 2 starting right is won in the winning lottery based on the special figure 1 starting right. The proportion of 15R jackpots is increasing. Since the special figure 2 variable display game is easy to be executed during the electric support, the No. with the largest profit given to the player is shown. Eight jackpots are likely to occur.

  Further, in the gaming machine 100 of the present embodiment, although not particularly limited, a small hit determination value different from the big hit determination value (the winning probability per small hit is, for example, 1/220) and the determination per special figure It is made possible to generate a small hit to determine whether or not it is successful by comparing the random numbers for use. When the small hit is generated, as in the case of 2R, the open / close door 38c opens and closes the large winning opening 38 for 1 second × 2R, but at this time, the condition device is not activated. Strictly speaking, the behavior at the time of occurrence of the small hit may not be the same as the behavior at the time of occurrence of 2R, and may be similar or dissimilar behavior. Unlike the big win, there is no game state transition when the small win.

  FIG. 13 is an explanatory diagram showing a gaming state that shifts after the winning is over. The circled numbers in FIG. 13 correspond to the numbers indicating the jackpot type in FIG. FIG. 13 shows the case where the lottery per special figure is won in the normal state D, but the case where the lottery per special figure is won in the game states E to H is almost the same. Transition of the gaming state triggered by winning the jackpot is controlled by the gaming control device 100. Specifically, it is performed in the special figure game process (step S19 in FIG. 6).

  In normal state D, no. When winning 1R (round number “1” in FIG. 11) 2R normal (no electric support), a state B per 2R occurs, and the big prize opening 38 is opened for 1 second × 2R. And it shifts to the normal state D after the end of the jackpot. No. If 2 (normal number “2”) 2R normal hit (with 100 electric support) is won, a state B per 2R occurs and the big prize opening 38 is opened for 1 second × 2R. And it shifts to a normal state (electric support 1) F after the end of jackpot. When the special figure variation display game is digested 100 times, the normal state (electric support 1) F shifts to the normal state D.

  No. When the player wins the 3R 15R normal (with 100 electric support), a state C per 15R occurs, and the big winning opening 38 is opened for 25 seconds or 10 wins × 15R. And it shifts to a normal state (electric support 1) F after the end of jackpot. When the special figure variation display game is digested 100 times, the normal state (electric support 1) F shifts to the normal state D. No. When winning per 2R probability change of 4 (no electric support), a state B per 2R occurs, and the big prize opening 38 is opened for 1 second × 2R. And it shifts to the probable change state E after the end of the jackpot.

  No. When winning 5R with 2R probability change (with 100 electric supports), state B per 2R occurs and the big prize opening 38 is opened for 1 second × 2R. Then, after the jackpot ends, the state shifts to a probable change state (electric support 1) G. When the special figure variation display game is digested 100 times, the probability variation state (electric support 1) G shifts to the probability variation state E. No. When winning the 15R probability change of 6 (with 100 electric support), a state C per 15R occurs, and the big winning opening 38 is opened for 25 seconds or 10 wins × 15R. Then, after the jackpot ends, the state shifts to a probable change state (electric support 1) G. When the special figure variation display game is digested 100 times, the probability variation state (electric support 1) G shifts to the probability variation state E.

  No. When winning the 7R 2R probability change (with electric support until the next jackpot), a state B per 2R occurs, and the big prize opening 38 is opened for 1 second × 2R. Then, after the jackpot ends, the state shifts to the probability variation state (electric support 2) H. This state H is continued until the next jackpot occurs. No. When winning the 15R probability change per 8 (with electric support until the next jackpot), a state C per 15R occurs, and the big winning opening 38 is opened for 25 seconds or 10 wins × 15R. Then, after the jackpot ends, the state shifts to the probability variation state (electric support 2) H. This state H is continued until the next jackpot occurs.

  Further, when winning a small hit in the normal state D, a small hit state A is generated, and the big winning opening 38 is opened for 1 second × 2R as in the state B per 2R. And it returns to the normal state D after the end of the small hit. In addition, when winning a small winning lottery in any of the gaming states E to H different from the normal state D, the original gaming state is returned after the small winning is completed. That is, for example, in the case where the winning lottery is won in the probability changing state E, the probability changing state E is continued even after the end of the small hitting.

  As described above, any of the normal state D, the probability variation state E, the normal state (electric support 1) F, the probability variation state (electric support 1) G, and the probability variation state (electric support 2) H after the big hit or small hit ends. Will stay in. And in order to make a player recognize whether it is staying in a normal state (D, F) or a probability variation state (E, G, H), the gaming machine 100 is configured to be able to execute a stage mode effect. Yes. For example, a stage corresponding to the normal state and a stage corresponding to the probability variation state are provided, and the player can recognize the gaming state at that time by the background display on the liquid crystal display device 41. The presence / absence of the electric support is obvious from the behavior of the special figure 2 starting port (ordinary variation winning device 37), so if the player is informed of the normal state or the certain variation state, the player can change the gaming state D to H described above. It can be distinguished.

  Also, in this stage mode production, it is not clearly informed whether the normal state (D, F) or the probability variation state (E, G, H) is staying, that is, one stage is put into a plurality of gaming states. By making it correspond, it is also possible to notify unclearly that there is a possibility of staying in any gaming state. For example, the transition destination state indicated by a dotted line in FIG. 13, that is, the normal state D after the end of the small hit, the normal state D after the end of the 2R normal hit (no electric support), the probability change after the end of the per 2R probability change (no electric support) The state E cannot be determined from the behavior of the big winning opening 38 at the time of hitting and the behavior of the special figure 2 starting port (ordinary variable winning device 37) after the hitting. Therefore, after these hits are completed, by executing the same stage mode effect (unclear stage 1, FIG. 14 (b)), it is not clearly informed which game state the player is staying in (unclearly Notification). Thereby, since it is not completely denied that the 2R probability change was made, the player can be expected to be in the probability change state E.

  Further, for example, the state of the transition destination indicated by a thick line in FIG. 13, that is, after the normal state (electric support 1) F after the end of 2R normal hit (with electric support 100 times), after the end of 2R probability change (with electric support 100 times) The probability variation state (electric support 1) G cannot be discriminated from the behavior of the big winning opening 38 at the time of hitting and the behavior of the special figure 2 starting port (ordinary variable winning device 37) after the winning end. Therefore, after these hits are completed, the same stage mode effect (unclear stage 2, FIG. 14 (c)) is executed so as not to clearly notify which game state the user is in. . As a result, since it is not completely denied that the 2R probability change has occurred, it is possible to make the player expect that the player may have shifted to the probability change state (electric support 1) G. It should be noted that after the special figure variation display game is digested 100 times, the process may shift to the above-described ambiguity stage 1 so as not to completely deny that it is in a probable variation state.

  On the other hand, after the transition destination state indicated by a thin line in FIG. 13, that is, the probability variation state (electric support 2) H after the end of 2R probability variation (with electric support until the next big hit), after 15R probability variation (with electric support 100 times) ends. Probability change state (electric support 1) G and the probability change state E after the completion of this electric support, and the probability change state (electric support 2) H after the end of 15R probability change (with electric support until the next big hit), clearly state those states A stage mode effect to be notified (probability change explicit stage, FIG. 14D) is executed. Further, in the normal state (electric support 1) F after 15R normal hit (with electric support 100 times) and the normal state D after the electric support ends, stage mode effects (normally specified) are clearly notified of those states. The stage, FIG. 14 (a)) is executed.

FIG. 15 shows a specific example of the prefetch notification process according to the first invention of the present application performed by the effect control device 300. This prefetch notification process is started on the condition that a continuous advance notice command from the game control apparatus 100 has been received. In addition, although the start memory in the following description indicates the first start memory, it is assumed that the pre-read notification process similar to the case of the first start memory is performed also in the second start memory.
When the prefetch notification process in FIG. 15 is started, it is first determined in step S140 whether or not a start-up memory overflow has occurred. Here, whether or not the start memory overflow has occurred can be determined by whether or not the start memory overflow information has been received from the game control device 100. If it is determined that an overflow of the start memory has occurred (step S140; Y), the process proceeds to step S141, and a setting for informing the display device of the prefetch result for the start memory (setting of the prefetch notice display). Then, the prefetch notification process is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined that the start-up memory overflow has not occurred (step S140; N), step S141 is skipped and the prefetch notification process is terminated. As described above, in the present embodiment, when the continuous notice command is received from the game control device 100, the prefetch notification process is not always executed, but is started on the condition that the start memory overflow has occurred. Yes.

As described above, when the start memory number excess determining means (game control device 100) determines that the winning at the start winning opening has occurred exceeding the upper limit number, the effect control device 300 pre-reads advance notice for the start memory. It functions as a pre-reading notice display control means for performing display.
As a result, when the start memory overflows, it is possible to generate a state advantageous to the player, that is, notification of the start memory prefetch result, so even if the start memory reaches the upper limit value, It is possible to prevent the launching device from being stopped, and it is possible to prevent the operating rate of the gaming machine from being lowered.

FIG. 16 shows an example of the control procedure of the pre-reading advance notice display canceling process performed by the effect control apparatus 300.
When the notice display cancellation process is started, first, in step S150, it is determined whether or not there is a start winning prize. Whether or not there is a start prize can be determined by whether or not start prize information (S107 in FIG. 7 and S114 in FIG. 8) is received from the game control device 100. And when it determines with there being a start winning (step S150; Y), it transfers to step S151. If it is determined that there is no start winning (step S150; N), steps S151 to S156 are skipped, and the notice display cancellation process is terminated.

  In step S151, it is determined whether or not a prefetch notice is performed. Whether or not to perform the pre-reading notice can be determined by whether or not a continuous notice command (S107 in FIG. 7, S114 in FIG. 8) is received from the game control device 100. And when it determines with performing a prefetch notice (step S151; Y), it transfers to step S152. When it is determined that the pre-reading notice is not performed (step S151; N), the notice display canceling process is terminated.

  In step S152, for example, with reference to the content set in step S141 of FIG. 15, it is determined whether or not there is a start memory for which a pre-reading notice has already been made in the start memory. Then, when it is determined that there is a start memory that has already been prefetched in the start memory (step S152; Y), the process proceeds to step S153. On the other hand, when it is determined that there is no start memory in which the pre-reading notice has already been made in the start memory (step S152; N), the process proceeds to step S156.

In step S153, it is determined whether or not the reliability of the prefetch notice performed this time is higher than the reliability of the prefetch notice performed last time.
Here, the “reliability” is a numerical value indicating the degree to which the result of the special figure variation display game is a big hit, and can also be called an expectation.
For example, the reliability is displayed on the display screen of the liquid crystal display device 41 as shown in FIG. 18A by displaying the start memory display unit 50a composed of four circular marks corresponding to the four start memories. The degree of reliability is expressed according to the color of the mark. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 17, the color of the start storage display unit 50 a is set so that the reliability increases in the order of “blue”, “yellow”, “red”, “silver”, and “gold”. The determination of the reliability is determined based on the prefetching result transmitted from the game control device 100. For example, when the prefetching result is a big hit, a color with higher reliability appears than when the prefetching result is out of place. Easy setting.
If it is determined in step S153 in FIG. 16 that the reliability of the prefetch notice performed this time is higher than the reliability of the prefetch notice performed last time (step S153; Y), the process proceeds to step S154. On the other hand, when it is determined that the reliability of the pre-reading notice made this time is not higher than the reliability of the pre-reading notice made last time (step S153; N), the process proceeds to step S155.

In step S154, the pre-reading notice made last time is canceled and only the pre-reading notice made this time is displayed.
Specifically, for example, as shown in FIG. 18 (a), a pre-reading notice is made at the mark A2 corresponding to the start-up memory whose digestion order is the second, and subsequently, as shown in FIG. 18 (b). When it is determined that the pre-reading notice is performed at the mark A3 corresponding to the third start memory in the order, the reliability of the pre-read notice in the third start memory in the digest order is the reliability of the pre-read notice in the second start memory in the digest order. When the reliability is higher, as shown in FIG. 18C, the pre-reading notice display of the mark A2 corresponding to the second start memory in the digest order is canceled, and the mark A3 corresponding to the third start memory in the digest order. Only the pre-reading notice display is executed.

Therefore, the production control device 300 has a plurality of start memories for performing the pre-read notice display in the start memory in the start winning storage means, and the result of the variable display game becomes a special result mode with a low reliability. When it is determined that it is ahead of the higher one, it functions as a prefetching notice display canceling means for preventing the prefetching notice display for the start memory having low reliability stored before the start memory having high reliability from being performed.
As a result, if there is a start memory of the variable display game with a high probability of winning as a result, the player's expectation will be gathered for the later display memory of the variable display game, so it will be a hit before that Since the player only gets a shock when the pre-reading notice display for the start memory with low probability is performed, it is possible to avoid such a situation from occurring.
In FIG. 18, hatched marks mean start-up memory in which no pre-read notice display is performed or start-up memory in which the pre-read notice display is canceled.

In step S153, it is determined that the reliability of the pre-reading notice performed this time is not higher than the reliability of the pre-reading notice performed last time, and in step S155, the previous pre-reading notice display performed last time is performed without erasing. Displayed together with the pre-reading notice display, and the notice display cancellation process is terminated.
In step S156, it is determined that there is no start-up memory for which a pre-reading notice has already been made in step S152, and in step S156, the pre-reading notice made this time is displayed, and the notice display canceling process is terminated.

Next, a first modification of the first invention will be described. Note that the gaming machine according to the present modification basically has the same configuration as the gaming machine described above and executes substantially the same control. explain.
A feature of the gaming machine of the first modified example is that when an overflow of the start memory occurs during the fluctuation of the special figure fluctuation display game, the start memory stored at the start of the fluctuation of the special figure fluctuation display game. Only pre-reading notice.

FIG. 19 is a flowchart showing the start memory number storage process by the effect control device 300 in the gaming machine of the first modified example. As shown in FIG. 19, in step S160, the effect control device 300 determines whether or not the special figure variation display game has begun to vary. If it is determined that the special figure change display game has started to change (step S160; Y), the process proceeds to step S161, and the start memory number at the start of the change is stored in the RAM in the CPU 311 and the start memory number storage process is performed. Exit.
On the other hand, if it is determined in step S160 that the special figure change display game has not started changing (step S160; N), the start memory number storage process is terminated.

FIG. 20 is a flowchart showing prefetch notification processing by the effect control device 300 in the gaming machine of the first modification. As shown in FIG. 20, in step S170, it is determined whether or not a start memory overflow has occurred. If it is determined that an overflow of the start memory has occurred (step S170; Y), the process proceeds to step S171, and the prefetch result for the start memory stored in the RAM in the CPU 311 is notified to perform the prefetch notification process. Exit.
In other words, the production control device 300 displays the variable display game when the winning of the game ball to the start winning opening is detected in the state where the start memorization is stored in the start winning memorizing means up to the upper limit number that can be stored as the start memorization. The pre-reading notice is performed only for the starting memory stored at the time of starting.

As a result, when an overflow of the start memory occurs, the pre-read notice is notified only to the start memory stored at the start of the variable display game, that is, for the start memory generated after the start of the variable display game. Since the pre-reading notice is not executed, the player who wants to see the pre-reading notice will not stop trying to maintain the state with a large number of starting memories at all times, thus further preventing the operating rate of the gaming machine from decreasing. I can do it.
On the other hand, if it is determined in step S170 that the start-up memory has not overflowed (step S170; N), the prefetch notification process is terminated.

Hereinafter, an example of the pre-reading notice display in the gaming machine of the first modification will be described with reference to FIGS.
FIG. 21 (a) is a diagram showing the start of fluctuation of the special figure fluctuation display game. As shown in FIG. 21 (a), the starting memory number at the start of fluctuation of this special figure variation display game is “1”, and the effect control device 300 sets the starting memory number “1” at the start of fluctuation in the CPU 311. (Step S161).

Then, when an overflow occurs during the fluctuation of the special figure variation display game, the effect control device 300 displays the star overflow occurrence display 50b on the liquid crystal display device 41, for example, as shown in FIG. To notify that an overflow has occurred.
The display notifying that the overflow has occurred is not limited to the overflow occurrence display 50b in the liquid crystal display device 41 as described above, and the LED included in the predetermined accessory is lit on, or the predetermined accessory is displayed. May be informed that an overflow has occurred.
Further, as shown in FIG. 21B, among the start memory display unit 50a displayed on the liquid crystal display device 41, the mark A1 corresponding to the start memory already stored at the start of the change of the special figure change display game and Further, such a display may be performed that the marks A2 to A4 corresponding to the start memory stored after the start of the variation of the special figure variation display game are divided. This allows the player to recognize the start-up memory stored at the start of the variable display game, that is, the start-up memory where the pre-reading notice display is performed.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 21 (c), when the pre-reading notice display is performed, the star overflow occurrence display 50b is displayed so as to flow from the left end to the right end of the liquid crystal display device 41, and the stardust displays the pre-reading notice display. A display that shakes down only on the mark A1 corresponding to the start memory to be performed is performed.

Therefore, the effect control device 300 performs a display designating start memory for notifying the prefetch result in the display notifying the overflow state.
As a result, even if the start memory overflow occurs, the player can know the start memory for notifying all of the start memories when not performing the pre-reading notice for all the start memories. Since the player who wishes to see the notice continues the launching game to generate an overflow condition, the operating rate of the gaming machine can be further increased.
Further, after the above-mentioned display is performed, the star dust is shaken down only on the mark A1 corresponding to the start memory for performing the pre-reading notice display, and as shown in FIG. A pre-reading notice is displayed by displaying a character such as “to” indicating that it is to be performed.

Next, a second modification of the first invention will be described.
A feature of the gaming machine of the second modified example is that when a start memory overflow occurs while the special figure variation display game is stopped, a pre-reading notice is given to all start memories.
FIG. 22 is a flowchart showing prefetch notification processing by the effect control device 300 in the gaming machine of the second modification. As shown in FIG. 22, in step S180, the effect control device 300 determines whether or not the special figure variation display game is stopped. And when it determines with the symbol being stopped (step S180; Y), it transfers to step S181.
On the other hand, if it is determined in step S180 that the symbol is not stopped (step S180; N), the prefetch notification process is terminated.

In step S181, it is determined whether or not an overflow of the start memory has occurred. If it is determined that an overflow of the start memory has occurred (step S181; Y), the process proceeds to step S182, the result of the prefetch notice is notified to all the start memories, and the prefetch notification process is terminated. .
On the other hand, when it is determined in step S181 that start-up memory overflow has not occurred (step S181; N), the prefetch notification process is terminated.

Hereinafter, an example of the pre-reading notice display when the special figure variation display game in the gaming machine of the second modified example is stopped will be described with reference to FIGS.
FIG. 23A shows that the special figure variation display game is in a symbol stopped state. If an overflow occurs while the symbol is stopped, for example, an overflow occurrence display 50b with a star is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 41 to notify that the overflow has occurred.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 23 (b), when performing the pre-reading preview display, the star overflow occurrence display 50b is displayed so as to flow from the left end to the right end of the liquid crystal display device 41, and stardust displays the pre-reading display. A display such that the mark A1 to A4 corresponding to the start memory to be shaken is displayed. As a result, it is possible to clearly indicate that the start-up memories on which the pre-read notice display is performed are all start-up memories.

  Further, after the above-mentioned display of stardust being shaken down to the marks A1 to A4 corresponding to the start memory for performing the pre-reading notice display, as shown in FIG. 23 (c), the mark corresponding to the first start memory in the digestion order In A1, a character such as “reach” indicating that a reach occurs during the special map fluctuation display game is displayed, and the special reach is displayed during the special map fluctuation display game at the mark A3 corresponding to the start memory whose digestion order is the third. A pre-reading notice display is performed by displaying characters such as “SP” indicating the occurrence.

  In this way, it is determined whether or not an overflow of the start memory has occurred even when the special figure variation display game is in the symbol stopped state, and if it is determined that an overflow has occurred, a pre-reading advance notice is made for all of the start memories. Therefore, it is possible to prompt the player to continue firing to generate an overflow even when the symbol is stopped, and it is possible to suitably prevent a stoppage due to the start memory not being digested while the symbol is stopped. It becomes like this.

Next, a third modification of the first invention will be described.
The feature of the gaming machine of the third modified example is that the prefetching processing that continues the prefetching notification processing when the overflow of the second start memory (start memory of the special diagram 2) occurs during the jackpot of the variable display game of the special diagram 1 The mode continuation process is performed.

FIG. 24 is a flowchart showing prefetch mode continuation processing in the gaming machine of the third modified example. As shown in FIG. 24, in step S190, the effect control device 300 determines whether or not the special figure variation display game is a big hit. And when it determines with it being a big hit (step S190; Y), it transfers to step S191.
On the other hand, if it is determined that the jackpot is not being hit (step S190; N), the prefetch mode continuation processing is terminated.

In step S191, it is determined whether or not an overflow of the second start memory has occurred. If it is determined that an overflow of the second start-up memory has occurred (step S191; Y), the process proceeds to step S192, where prefetching mode continuation processing is performed in which prefetching notification processing is continued, and prefetching mode continuation is continued. The process ends.
On the other hand, if it is determined in step S191 that the second start-up memory has not overflowed (step S191; N), the prefetching mode continuation process is terminated.

Hereinafter, a specific example of the effect by the prefetching mode continuation process in the gaming machine of the third modification will be described with reference to FIGS.
FIG. 25A shows that the special figure variation display game is a big hit. If the second start-up memory overflow occurs during the jackpot, for example, the star overflow occurrence display 50b appears on the liquid crystal display device 41 to notify that the overflow has occurred.
When an overflow of the second start memory occurs, a display other than the star overflow occurrence display 50b is displayed in order to distinguish from an overflow of the first start memory (start memory of FIG. 1). You may make it do.

Then, as shown in FIG. 25 (b), when the pre-reading preview display is performed, a display in which the star overflow occurrence display 50b flows from the left end to the right end of the liquid crystal display device 41, and stardust displays the pre-reading preview display. A display that shakes down the mark corresponding to the start memory to be performed is performed.
Further, after the above-mentioned display in which the stardust is shaken to the mark corresponding to the start memory for performing the pre-reading notice display, as shown in FIG. A display indicating that it is continuously performed (for example, “prefetching mode continued”) is performed.

  In this way, it is determined whether or not the second start memory overflow has occurred during the big win of the special figure variation display game, and if it is determined that the second start memory overflow has occurred, the predetermined number of games is thereafter set. Since the pre-read notification process is continuously performed until the game is consumed, the player can know the result of the pre-read notice until the predetermined number of games is consumed, and overflow. You will be able to enjoy the benefits of generating

In the above embodiment, when the power supply is shut down due to a power failure or the like in the state where the start memory is four (upper limit value), the effect control device 300 performs this when the power is supplied by the power failure recovery process. A pre-reading notice may be given to all the start memories that have been stored.
As a result, even when an unexpected situation due to a power failure or the like occurs, it is possible to display a prefetch notice when power is supplied by the power failure recovery process, and to provide the prefetch notice display as a service to the player.

[Second invention]
Next, an embodiment of the mode transition effect display process according to the second invention of the present application executed by the effect control device 300 will be described with reference to FIGS. Note that the gaming machine according to the present embodiment basically has the same configuration as the gaming machine according to the first embodiment of the invention described above, and executes substantially the same control, and therefore, redundant description is omitted below. The different parts will be mainly described.

Here, the mode transition effect display is, for example, from one mode effect set at the present time among a plurality of mode effects that produce different effects of expectation for the variable display game being executed by changing the theme or story. This means that the liquid crystal display device 41 executes an effect that informs the transition to another mode effect or an effect that informs the continuation of the one mode effect.
In this embodiment, the mode transition effect display is performed in accordance with the time during which the symbol is changing or the change is stopped in the special figure change display game (described later).

26 (a) to 26 (d), a mode transition for shifting from the normal mode on the display screen of the liquid crystal display device 41 to the top mode for notifying that a control state more advantageous to the player than the normal mode occurs. An example of the effect display is shown. Here, mountain climbing is adopted as the theme of production.
Specifically, as shown in FIG. 26 (a), first, it is displayed that the mode effect currently set is the normal mode (for example, mountain foot), and the top mode is set at the top of the mountain. Is displayed.

  Next, as shown in FIG. 26 (b), when it is determined to perform the effect display in which the character climbs the mountain toward the top and shift to the top mode, as shown in FIG. 26 (c). The effect display that the character reaches the top of the mountain is performed. Then, as shown in FIG. 26 (d), characters such as “top mode entry” indicating that the mode has been shifted to the top mode are displayed, and the mode transition effect display is ended.

FIGS. 26A and 26E show examples of mode transition effect display when the normal mode is continued.
Specifically, as with the effect display that shifts from the normal mode to the top mode, first, the mode effect that is currently set is displayed in the normal mode (for example, the foot of the mountain), and at the top of the mountain It is displayed that the top mode is set (see FIG. 26A).

  Next, as shown in FIG. 26 (e), an effect display in which the character slides his / her foot while climbing the mountain toward the top is performed, and as shown in FIG. 26 (f), an effect display in which the character falls from the mountain is displayed. Do. Then, as shown in FIG. 26 (g), characters such as “continue normal mode” indicating that the normal mode is continued without shifting to the top mode are displayed, and the mode transition effect display is ended.

  In FIGS. 26A to 26G, the circular frame H displayed on the display screen of the liquid crystal display device 41 is a symbol in the special figure variation display game when the mode transition effect display is performed. This indicates whether (identification information) is changing. Specifically, for example, when the color of the area surrounded by the frame H changes sequentially (for example, “red” → “yellow” → “blue”), the symbol in the special figure display game is changing. If the color does not change, the symbol does not change.

Next, the operation when the mode transition effect display is performed will be described with reference to the timing chart of FIG.
FIG. 27 (1 a) is a timing chart when the mode transition effect display is performed in accordance with the variation time (25 seconds) during which the symbol is varying in the special diagram variation display game.
FIG. 27 (1 b) is a timing chart when the mode transition effect display is performed in accordance with the symbol stop time (25 seconds) during which the symbol is stopped changing in the special symbol variation display game. In a game machine that performs so-called time-reduced control in the probability variation state, the variation time becomes short. However, there is an advantage that the player does not feel uncomfortable by performing the mode transition effect display during the symbol stop period.

Whether the mode transition effect display is performed during the fluctuation of the special figure fluctuation display game or when the fluctuation is stopped depends on the fluctuation pattern (fluctuation time, It is determined by whether or not the symbol stop time) is a variation pattern capable of displaying the mode transition effect.
Then, when a variation pattern capable of displaying the mode transition effect is selected by the game control device 100, a variation pattern command related to the variation pattern is transmitted to the effect control device 300, and the effect control device 300 receives the variation pattern command. Based on this, the execution of the mode transition effect display is determined at a predetermined rate.

  Therefore, the gaming machine 10 in this embodiment has a variation pattern determining means (game control device 100) for determining a variation pattern in the variation display game, and an effect mode of effect performed over a plurality of variation display games. Effect mode determining means (game control device 100) for determining from among a plurality of effect modes having different modes, effect execution means (effect control device 300) for performing effects in the effect mode determined by the effect mode determining means, When the effect executed by the execution means changes from one effect mode to another effect mode, it is determined by a mode transition effect display executing means (effect control device 300) that performs effect display transition effect display and a variation pattern determining means. Is it possible to display a mode transition effect at any of the fluctuation time or fluctuation stop time of the fluctuation pattern? Determining means (game control device 100), and the mode transition effect display executing means is either a variation time or a variation stop time determined by the determining means that the mode transition effect display is possible. In time, the mode transition effect display is executed.

As a result, since the mode transition effect display can be performed at any time of the variation time when the symbol is changing or the stop time when the symbol is stopped in the variation display game, a novel mode transition effect display that has never existed before Can be performed.
Also, even when the variation time becomes short as in the so-called short-time gaming state, it is possible to perform the mode transition effect display during the stop time, so that the mode transition effect display is not performed during the variation as in the past. Appropriate mode transition effect display can be performed.

  Note that the transmission of the variation pattern command by the game control device 100 is not limited to the case where the variation pattern command including the variation time and the symbol stop time is transmitted at the start of variation of the special figure variation display game, but only the variation time at the start of variation. It is also possible to transmit a variation pattern command that includes only a symbol stop time at the timing of symbol stop. Further, a variation pattern command including only the symbol stop time may be transmitted during symbol variation.

  Further, for example, when there are a plurality of variable games having different variable times, as shown in FIGS. 27 (2a) and (2b), the variable time of the special figure variable display game selected by the game control device 100 is shown. And the symbol stop time are set to the same length as the mode transition effect display time (25 seconds), and the variation time and symbol stop time of the special symbol variation display game are set. The mode transition effect display may be performed within the combined time. In this case, the change time and the symbol stop time until the start of the change based on the value of the change pattern determination random number extracted at the time of winning the special figure 1 start port 36 or the special figure 2 start port (ordinary variable winning device 37). Is determined.

Next, a first modification of the second invention will be described with reference to the timing chart shown in FIG.
In the gaming machine of the first modification of the second invention, when the lottery result of the special figure variation display game is 2R big hit or small win, the game control device 100 uses the opening pattern (opening start) related to the opening of the big winning opening 38. (Timing) can be changed.

  As shown in FIG. 28 (a), for example, when pattern A is selected as the opening pattern of the big prize opening 38, the timing immediately after the symbol stops in the special figure variation display game won in the 2R jackpot. The winning opening 38 is opened. When the pattern B is selected as the opening pattern of the special winning opening 38, the special winning opening 38 is opened at the end of the symbol stop time in the special figure variation display game won in the 2R jackpot. . The period during which the fanfare effect is executed is also changed according to the opening pattern of the special winning opening 38.

  Here, an opening pattern setting process for setting the opening timing as described above by the game control device 100 will be described. In this opening pattern setting process, for example, when the lottery result of the special figure variation display game is either 2R big hit or small win, the game control device 100 extracts the opening pattern determining random number. Then, the game control device 100 compares the opening pattern determination random number with the opening pattern table stored in the ROM 111B, selects one big winning opening opening pattern, and ends the opening pattern setting process.

Therefore, the gaming machine 100 in this embodiment is extracted by the extraction means (game control device 100) for extracting the random number for determining the opening timing for determining the opening timing of the special winning opening 38 during the stop time, and the extracting means. An opening timing determining means (game control device 100) for determining the opening timing by comparing the opening timing determining random number with a predetermined determination value is provided.
As a result, the opening timing of the special winning opening 38 can be determined at random, so that when the special gaming state is generated, the player cannot aim at the game ball in time with the opening timing of the special winning opening 38. Thus, it is possible to avoid a great difference in the number of winning balls between the beginner and the expert.
The special winning opening opening pattern is not limited to the above-described two opening patterns A and B, and an opening pattern other than these two opening patterns may be set.

Next, a second modification of the second invention will be described with reference to the timing chart shown in FIG. 28B, the flowchart shown in FIG. 29, and the variation pattern table shown in FIG.
The gaming machine of the second modified example of the second invention is a small hit, 2R normal jackpot (no electric support) and 2R probability variable big hit (no electric support) that are difficult to distinguish in appearance, if these wins Depending on whether the game state of the special figure fluctuation display game at the time of winning the game or the game state of the special figure fluctuation display game from the next time is the probability variation state, the variation pattern occurrence frequency of the special figure fluctuation display game is different. This is a setting to be made.

FIG. 28B shows, for example, a timing chart showing the relationship between the variation pattern A and variation pattern B of the special figure variation display game and the mode transition effect display.
Specifically, when the variation pattern A of the special figure variation display game is set by the game control device 100, the mode transition effect display is started simultaneously with the variation suspension of the special figure variation display game, and at the end of the symbol suspension period. The big prize opening 38 is opened at the timing.
On the other hand, when the variation pattern B of the special figure variation display game is set by the game control device 100, the mode transition effect display is started simultaneously with the start of the variation of the special figure variation display game, and the timing at the beginning of the symbol stop period is large. The winning opening 38 is opened.
By increasing the rate at which the variation pattern B is selected when the probability variation state is set, even when the big winning opening 38 in the mode transition effect period has the same opening timing, the player opens the big winning opening 38. There is an advantage that it is easy to predict whether or not the current gaming state is a probabilistic change state (so-called latent state) by determining whether it is the end of the change period or immediately after the change stop.

Next, the procedure of the variation pattern setting process for setting the variation pattern as described above by the game control device 100 will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
The fluctuation pattern setting process is executed in the special figure 2 fluctuation start process (step S124 in FIG. 9) or the special figure 1 fluctuation start process (step S126 in FIG. 9).

In step S200, it is determined whether or not the lottery result of the special figure fluctuation display game is either a small hit or a 2R normal big hit (no electric support). And when it is either a small hit or 2R normal big hit (no electric support) (step S200; Y), it transfers to step S201 and determines whether the present gaming state is a probable change state.
If the current gaming state is a probable change state (step S201; Y), the process proceeds to step S202. On the other hand, when the current gaming state is not a probable change state (step S201; N), the process proceeds to step S203.

  In step S202, the variation pattern is determined based on the table Ta1 stored in the ROM 111B, and the variation pattern setting process is terminated. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 30A, in the table Ta1, the rate at which the variation pattern A is selected is 5% and the rate at which the variation pattern B is selected is 50%. The selection ratio is also set for each variation pattern. The table Ta1 is set so that the selected ratio of the variation pattern B is the highest as compared with other variation patterns.

  In step S203, a variation pattern is determined based on the table Ta2 stored in the ROM 111B, and the variation pattern setting process is terminated. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 30 (b), in the table Ta2, the rate at which the variation pattern A is selected is 50%, and the rate at which the variation pattern B is selected is 5%. The selection ratio is also set for each variation pattern. The table Ta2 is set so that the selected ratio of the variation pattern A is the highest as compared with other variation patterns.

  In step S200, if neither the small hit nor the 2R normal big hit (no electric support) is found (step S200; N), the process proceeds to step S204, and whether or not the 2R probability variable big hit (no electric support) is set. Determine. If the 2R probability variation big hit (no power support) (step S204; Y), the process proceeds to step S202, where the fluctuation pattern is determined based on the table Ta1 stored in the ROM 111B. Exit. On the other hand, when it is not 2R probability variation big hit (no electric support) (step S204; N), step S201 to step S203 are skipped, and the variation pattern setting process is terminated.

Therefore, the gaming machine 10 according to this embodiment, when a specific display result predetermined in the special result mode is derived and displayed, can be controlled to a specific game state advantageous to the player after the special game state is finished. The game state control means (game control device 100) is provided, and the release timing determination means (game control device 100) is the opening timing of the big prize opening 38 with respect to the stop timing of the variable display game depending on whether or not the game state is a specific game state. The selection rate will be different.
Thereby, even if the opening timing of the big prize opening 38 with respect to the mode transition effect timing is the same by increasing the probability that the predetermined opening timing is selected with respect to the timing of the variable display game in the probability variation state. The player determines whether or not the current game state is in a probable change state (so-called “latent”) by determining whether or not the big prize opening 38 is opened at the end of the change period or immediately after the change stop. This makes it easier to predict and can improve the interest of the game.

Next, a third modification of the second invention will be described using the timing chart shown in FIG.
As shown in FIG. 31, in the gaming machine of the third modified example of the second invention, the symbol variation in the special symbol variation display game is stopped, and the stop symbol display time (design halt time) is set in the special symbol timer. From this time until the value of the special figure timer becomes 0, the game control device 100 outputs symbol stoppage information indicating that the symbol is stopped to an external management device (not shown) or the like. In addition, when the lottery result of the special figure variation display game is 2R probability variation jackpot, information indicating that the 2R probability variation jackpot is won (surprise information) is output to an external management device (not shown) or the like. It is.

Therefore, the gaming machine 100 in this modification can output a signal indicating that the variable display game is being stopped to the outside.
As a result, it becomes possible to know the operating status of the gaming machine during the suspension period, so that the data analysis such as whether or not the player has stopped can be performed more accurately on the hall side, and thereafter Can be used for the management of amusement stores.

Next, a fourth modification of the second invention will be described using a timing chart shown in FIG. 32A and a display example shown in FIG.
As shown in FIG. 32 (a), the gaming machine of the fourth modified example of the second invention performs the mode transition effect display A during the fluctuation in the special figure fluctuation display game, and the symbol stop time in the special figure fluctuation display game. It is possible to perform another mode transition effect display B different from the mode transition effect display A during (stop symbol display time).

Also, as described above, when switching from the mode transition effect display A to the mode transition effect display B, as shown in FIG. It is preferable to perform a cut-in display using characters such as “”.
Further, as described above, the mode transition effect display may be executed twice in a single variation display game to suggest that the gaming state is in a probable variation state.
Therefore, the gaming machine 100 in this modification can cause the player to realize that it is different from the normal mode transition effect display by executing the mode transition effect display twice in one variation display game. Therefore, the interest of the game can be improved.

[Third invention]
Next, one example of the jackpot prefetching advance notice display process according to the third invention of the present application executed by the effect control device 300 will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. Note that the gaming machine to which this embodiment is applied basically has the same configuration as the gaming machine of the first embodiment of the invention described above, and executes substantially the same control. Is mainly described with respect to different parts.

In the gaming machine of this embodiment, a movable member 61a constituting a second prize winning port 61 as a variable prize winning device is provided on the upper left of the center case 40 in the center of the game board separately from the prize winning port 38, and the center case On the right side of 40, a board side continuous notice display device 71 is provided. For example, the second grand prize winning opening 61 is controlled so as to be released in the case of 2R normal or 2R probability variation.
The jackpot prefetch notice display processing in the present embodiment is to perform a prefetch notice display (effect) according to the winning of the game ball to the second big prize opening 61 provided in the center case 40 during the jackpot. .

  When the processing of FIG. 33 is started, first, at step S300, it is determined whether or not there is special figure 1 start memory or special figure 2 start memory, that is, whether or not the number of start memories is one or more. And when the number of starting memory | storages is 1 or more (step S300; Y), it transfers to step S301. On the other hand, when the number of start memories is not 1 or more (step S300; N), the jackpot / medium prefetch notice display processing is terminated.

In step S301, it is determined whether or not the game ball has won the second grand prize opening 61. Whether or not there is a winning at the second big winning opening 61 can be determined by whether or not the effect control device 300 has received the big winning information (S134 in FIG. 9) from the game control device 100. And when it determines with the game ball having won the 2nd big winning opening 61 (step S301; Y), it transfers to step S302.
On the other hand, when it is determined that the game ball has not won the second grand prize winning opening 61 (step S301; N), the big hit prefetch notice display process is terminated.

  In step S302, a prefetching notice random number is extracted, and in step S303, the prefetching notice random number is compared with a determination value to determine whether or not the prefetch is made. When the determination result is a win (step S303; Y), the process proceeds to step S304. On the other hand, if the determination result is not successful (step S303; N), step S304 is skipped, and the jackpot mid-prefetch notice display process is terminated. In step S304, the value of the prefetch notification counter is incremented by one. Then, a pre-read notice display is performed according to the value of this counter.

In the jackpot pre-fetching advance notice display processing based on the winning of the game ball to the second big winning opening 61 of FIG. 33, for example, every time the gaming ball wins the second big winning opening 61 and the value of the pre-read notification counter increases Pre-reading notices are displayed step by step.
For example, as shown in FIG. 34 (a), the step-by-step pre-reading notice display is as shown in FIG. 34 (b) when the result of the special figure variation display game is a big hit that opens the second big winning opening 61. In addition, the second grand prize opening 61 is opened so that the game ball can be won, and the pseudo game ball 50d that won the second big prize opening 61 and the big hit are displayed on the display screen of the liquid crystal display device 41. An enlarged display (sphere) 50c of the start memory related to the first special figure variation display game having the digestion order appears, and a state in which the pseudo game ball 50d flows down and collides with the enlarged display (sphere) 50c of the start memory is displayed. To do. Then, as shown in FIG. 35A, every time the value of the pre-read notification counter is incremented by 1 due to winning at the big winning opening, a state in which cracks of the enlarged display (sphere) 50c gradually increase is displayed (step S304). ). Then, when the value of the prefetch notification counter reaches a predetermined value (for example, “30”), as shown in FIG. 35B, display is performed such that the enlarged display (sphere) 50c is shattered. On the other hand, in parallel with this, the board side continuous notice display device 71 displays, for example, the letters “heat” indicating that the reliability of the special figure variation display game started after the jackpot is high. A pre-read notice is displayed by changing the color.

Therefore, the effect control device 300 functions as a prefetch notice display control means for performing a prefetch notice display with respect to the start memory based on the detection of the game ball won in the variable prize device during the special game state.
By providing such a function, the player can generate a state advantageous to the player, that is, notification of the pre-reading result of the starting memory by actively winning the game ball in the variable winning device during the special game state. Therefore, the interest of the game in the special game state that tends to be monotonous can be improved.

In addition, after performing the pre-reading notice display for the result of the special figure change display game started after the big hit when the value of the pre-reading notice counter reaches a predetermined value, the value of the pre-reading notice counter is cleared and You may make it perform the prefetch notice display process with respect to the result of the 2nd special figure fluctuation display game in order. Similarly, when the value of the prefetch notification counter reaches a predetermined value in the prefetch notice display processing for the result of the second special figure variation display game with this digestion order, the board side continuous notice display device (four vertically arranged display devices) The pre-reading notice display is performed at the second light-emitting part 71 from the top of the light-emitting parts, and similarly, the pre-reading notice display processing for the results of the third and fourth special-figure variation display games in the digestion order is performed sequentially. Similarly, the pre-reading notice display may be performed on the board-side continuous notice display device 71 (the third and fourth light emitting parts from the top among the four light emitting parts arranged vertically). In addition, when preferentially digesting the special figure 2 start memory, the pre-reading notice display is performed in correspondence with the winning order of the game balls to the special figure 2 start opening (ordinary variable winning device 37). In addition, when priority is not given to the special figure 2 start memory and the start memory is digested in the order of winning the game balls to the special figure 1 start port 36 or the special figure 2 start port (ordinary variable winning device 37), A pre-read notice is displayed in response to.
By performing the pre-reading notice display as described above, it is possible to prevent the player from stopping.

Next, a first modification of the first embodiment of the third invention will be described with reference to FIG.
In the jackpot prefetch notice display process of FIG. 33, the prefetch notice display for the result of the special figure variation display game started after the jackpot is ended, whereas the jackpot notice display process of FIG. A notice display for the game state (for example, whether or not the game is in a probable change state) is started. In addition, when applying this embodiment, as described above, the game ball is awarded to the second grand prize winning opening 61 because the notice display for the game state of the special figure variable display game started after the end of the jackpot is given. When the special figure variation display game is not started, there may be no start memory.

As shown in FIG. 36, in the jackpot notice display process of the first modification of the first embodiment of the third invention, first, it is determined in step S310 whether or not the game ball has won the second big winning opening 61. . Whether or not there is a winning at the second big winning opening 61 can be determined by whether or not the big winning information (S134 in FIG. 9) is received from the game control device 100. And when it determines with the game ball having won the 2nd big winning opening 61 (step S310; Y), it transfers to step S311.
On the other hand, when it is determined that the game ball has not won the second big prize opening 61 (step S310; N), the big hit announcement display process is terminated.

In step S311, the game state announcement random number is extracted, and in step S312, the game state announcement random number is compared with a determination value to determine whether or not the game is successful. If the determination result is a win (step S312; Y), the process proceeds to step S313.
On the other hand, when the determination result is not successful (step S312; N), step S313 is skipped, and the big hit announcement display process is terminated.

In step S313, the probability state notification counter is incremented by 1, and a notice display about the game state of the special figure variation display game started after the jackpot is ended according to the value of this counter.
Specifically, the probability state notification counter is incremented every time a game ball wins the second grand prize winning opening 61, and when the predetermined number is reached, a notice about the game state is displayed. For example, when the result of the special figure variation display game is a big hit that opens the second grand prize opening 61, the second big prize opening 61 is opened and the game ball can be won as shown in FIG. On the display screen of the liquid crystal display device 41, a state in which a game ball that has been won in the second big winning opening 61 is stored in the box in a pseudo manner is displayed, and “10 balls in the box during the big hit “If it enters, the probability change is confirmed!” Is displayed to prompt the player to win a game ball in the second big prize opening 61. If the game state notice random number determination result is correct (step S312; Y), the game ball enters the box on the display screen of the liquid crystal display device 41, and the game state notice random number determination result is out of place. (Step S302; N) displays a state in which a game ball does not enter the box on the display screen of the liquid crystal display device 41.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 37 (b), when the value of the probability state notification counter reaches a predetermined value (for example, “10”), 10 game balls enter the box on the display screen of the liquid crystal display device 41. In addition to displaying the state of the game, a notice display is displayed by displaying characters such as “definite change confirmation” indicating that the game state of the special figure variation display game started after the big hit is the probability change state.

Therefore, the effect control device 300 functions as a game state notification means for notifying that the game state is controlled to the specific game state based on the detection of the game ball won in the variable winning device during the special game state.
Thus, in the first modification, for example, the game state is changed to the specific game state by controlling the ball striking device so that the number of game balls to be won in the second big winning opening 61 is increased during the special game state. Since it is possible to notify that it is controlled, it is possible to further improve the interest of the game in a special game state that tends to be monotonous.

  In addition, the said Example is an Example at the time of winning per 15R probability variation or 2R probability variation, and when winning per 15R normal variation or 2R normal variation, as shown in FIG. 37 (a) It is not a definitive indication that “If 10 balls enter the box during the jackpot!”, For example, “If 10 balls enter the box during the jackpot, it may be confirmed!” Display ambiguous. Then, when the value of the probability state notification counter reaches a predetermined value (for example, “10”), the display on the display screen of the liquid crystal display device 41 is displayed in a state where ten game balls are contained, and after the big hit The notice state is displayed by displaying characters such as “probability change!” Indicating that the game state of the special figure variation display game to be started may be in a probabilistic state.

Next, a second modification of the first embodiment of the third invention will be described.
A gaming machine according to a second modification of the first embodiment of the third aspect of the present invention performs a pre-reading notice display for a result of a special figure variable display game started after the end of the jackpot in the jackpot pre-reading notice display process, and after the jackpot ends. It is also characterized in that a notice display for the game state of the special figure variation display game to be started is also performed. In addition, the game machine of this modification also performs a pre-reading notice display in accordance with the winning of the game ball to the second big winning opening 61.

  Specifically, for example, as shown in FIG. 38A, “weak” indicating that the reliability of the result of the special figure variation display game started after the jackpot is ended on the board side continuous notice display device 71 is low. As shown in FIG. 38 (b), the game state of the special figure variable display game started after the jackpot is finished is in a probable change state. When the notice display is performed by displaying the characters “definite change confirmation” indicating the fact, as shown in FIG. Switch to the display of characters such as “strong” indicating that the reliability of the result is high.

Therefore, the effect control device 300 performs the pre-reading notice display for the start memory based on the detection of the game ball won in the variable winning device during the special gaming state by the pre-reading notice display control means (the effect control device 300). When the gaming state notification means notifies that the gaming state is controlled to the specific gaming state, the prefetching notice display control means changes the contents of the prefetching notice display to contents corresponding to the specific gaming state.
Thus, in the second modified example, even if the pre-reading notice display is performed once, there is a surprise that the contents of the pre-reading notice display may change depending on the contents of the game state notification that is performed thereafter. By performing the performance, it is possible to further improve the interest of the game in a special game state that tends to be monotonous.

Next, a third modification of the first embodiment of the third invention will be described.
The gaming machine of the third modification of the first embodiment of the third invention counts the number of game balls won in the second big winning opening 61 during the big hit, and the total number of winning prizes at the end of the big win is less than a predetermined number In this case, the probability state of the special figure variation display game started after the jackpot is notified.

Hereinafter, the probability state notification determination process in the third modification of the first embodiment of the third invention executed in the effect control device 300 will be described with reference to FIG.
In step S320 of FIG. 40, it is determined whether or not the jackpot state in which the second big winning opening 61 is opened has been completed. Whether or not the jackpot state has ended can be determined by whether or not the jackpot end information (S138 in FIG. 9) has been received from the game control device 100. And when it determines with the big hit state having been complete | finished (step S320; Y), it transfers to step S321.
On the other hand, when it is determined that the jackpot state has not ended (step S320; N), step S321 and step S322 are skipped, and the probability state notification determination process ends.

In step S321, it is determined whether or not the total number of game balls won in the second grand prize winning opening 61 is less than 120. When the total number of winning prizes is less than 120 (step S321; Y), the process proceeds to step S322, and a process of notifying the probability state is performed based on the jackpot end information received from the game control device 100, and the probability state notification determination is performed. The process ends.
On the other hand, when the total number of winning prizes is 120 or more (step S321; N), step S322 is skipped and the probability state notification determination process ends.

Therefore, the effect control device 300 functions as a probability state notification means for notifying whether or not a specific gaming state occurs when the total number of game balls won in the variable winning device during the special gaming state is less than a predetermined number. To do.
As described above, in the third modified example, when the total number of game balls won in the variable prize device during the special game state is less than the predetermined number, it is notified whether or not the specific game state occurs. , Letting the player choose whether to win a game ball by winning a variable winning device, or whether to know whether a specific gaming state has occurred by suppressing the winning of a game ball to the variable winning device Will be able to. As a result, the game in the special game state that tends to be monotonous can have a strategy and further enhance the interest.

Next, a fourth modification of the first embodiment of the third invention will be described with reference to FIG.
In the probability state notification determining process of FIG. 40, the probability state is notified when the total number of winning game balls to the second big prize opening 61 is less than a predetermined number, whereas the probability state notification determining process of FIG. The probability state is notified when the total number of game balls won in the second grand prize winning opening 61 is a predetermined number or more (step S330; Y).

Therefore, the effect control device 300 functions as a probability state notification means for notifying whether or not a specific gaming state occurs when the total number of game balls won in the variable winning device during the special gaming state is equal to or greater than a predetermined number. .
Thus, in the fourth modified example, when the total number of game balls won in the variable prize device during the special game state is equal to or greater than a predetermined number, it is notified whether or not the specific game state occurs. The player can obtain a game by winning a game ball in the variable winning device, and can know whether or not a specific game state has occurred, thereby improving the interest of the game.
In the third modification and the fourth modification of the first embodiment of the third invention, the probability state notification process (step S322) is performed based on the total number of winning game balls to the second big winning opening 61. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the probability state notification process similar to the above may be performed based on the total number of game balls won in the first big prize opening 38 below the center case 40. .

Next, a second embodiment of the third invention will be described.
In the gaming machine according to the second embodiment of the third invention, the game ball wins the second big prize opening 61 and the special figure 1 starting opening 36 and the special figure 2 starting opening (ordinary variable winning apparatus 37) during the big hit. The score is added according to the timing, and when the acquired score reaches a predetermined value, the probability state of the special figure variation display game started after the end of the jackpot is notified.

Hereinafter, an example of effect control executed in the effect control device 300 for a gaming machine to which the second embodiment of the third invention is applied will be described with reference to FIG.
In this embodiment, when the winning control unit 300 wins the jackpot for opening the second big prize opening 61, during the jackpot state, as shown in FIG. 42, on the display screen of the liquid crystal display device 41, A circle mark 50e for timing of winning at the second grand prize winning port 61, and a triangle mark 50f for timing of winning at the special figure 1 starting port 36 and the special figure 2 starting port (ordinary variable winning device 37) are displayed. The display moves at a constant speed from the right side to the left side on the screen. When the round mark 50e or the triangular mark 50f is displayed so as to be superimposed on the winning timing area T shown by the slanted line on the left side of the display screen, the game ball is displayed in the second big prize opening 61 or the start opening. Control is made so that the points are added when winning 36, 37.

Then, when the score added during the big hit state becomes a predetermined value (for example, 300 points) or more, control is performed so as to notify the probability state of the special figure variation display game after the big hit.
The portion indicated by a broken line outside the right frame of the liquid crystal display device 41 is a virtual representation of the previous display (image that will appear) displayed on the display screen of the liquid crystal display device 41. is there. In this embodiment, control is performed so that the score is added at the timing of winning the second grand prize opening 61 and the start openings 36 and 37, but the score is added only at the timing of winning the second big prize opening 61. You may comprise so that it may control.

Therefore, in this embodiment, the effect control device 300 serves as a probability state notification means for notifying whether or not a specific gaming state is generated based on the winning timing of the game ball that has won the variable winning device during the special gaming state. Function.
As described above, the gaming machine according to the present embodiment has a function of notifying whether or not a specific gaming state occurs after the end of the jackpot, based on the winning timing of the game ball won in the variable winning device during the special gaming state. Because of this, it is possible to further enhance the interest by giving the game a special game state that tends to be monotonous.

As mentioned above, although the invention made by this inventor was concretely demonstrated based on embodiment, this invention is not limited to the said embodiment, It can change in the range which does not deviate from the summary.
For example, the pre-reading notice display is not limited to notifying the reliability that is won in the special figure fluctuation display game, but the fluctuation pattern of the special figure fluctuation display game (for example, occurrence of reach, type of reach, pseudo-continuous notice effect) (Such as execution of pseudo-continuous number)) may be notified.

43 and 43 are explanatory diagrams showing an example of the pseudo-continuous notice effect of the special figure variation display game corresponding to the start memory display 51. FIG.
In FIG. 43A, three ☆ marks are displayed in the start memory display 51 having the fourth digestion order. In the special figure variation display game related to the start memory display 51, a pseudo three-line pseudo-announcement effect is provided. The case where it is notified that it is executed is shown. As shown in FIG. 43 (a), when the change of the special figure change display game ends, a stop symbol is displayed on the display screen of the liquid crystal display device 41 as shown in FIG. 43 (b). Then, as shown in FIG. 43 (c), the start memory display 51 with the fourth digestion order is shifted to the left, that is, the start memory display 51 with the third digestion order.

Then, the above operation is repeated, and as shown in FIG. 44 (a), when the previous special figure fluctuation display game is completed, the start memory display 51 having the first digestion order shifts to the left, and the special figure fluctuation display is performed. The variable start memory display 52 relating to the game is enlarged and displayed (FIG. 44 (b)).
Then, as shown in FIG. 44 (c), one star pops out from the fluctuation start memory display 52, a shooting star effect is displayed on the screen, and the pseudo-first series special figure fluctuation display game is started. In the fluctuation start memory display 52, 1 is subtracted from the mark “☆”. That is, the number of ☆ marks displayed in the variable start memory display 52 indicates how many times the pseudo-continuation is continued.

As shown in FIG. 44 (c), the pseudo-continuous notice effect is not limited to the case where a star appears on the screen when one star pops out from the fluctuation start memory display 52. For example, as shown in FIG. 44 (d), an effect display is performed in which all three ☆ marks indicating the pseudo-run number 3 move to the upper left area (pseudo-run number display area) 53. Then, as shown in FIG. 44 (e), one star may pop out from the pseudo-continuous display area 53, and an effect display of shooting stars may be displayed on the screen.
Further, as shown in FIGS. 45 (a) to 45 (c), every time the start memory display 51 for notifying the execution of the pseudo-continuous notice effect shifts to the left, the number of ☆ in the start memory display 51 is actually executed. An effect display that approaches the pseudo-station number may be performed.

Also, as shown in FIGS. 45D and 45E, in the fluctuation start storage display 52 that notifies the execution of the pseudo-continuous notice effect, information suggesting the contents for each fluctuation cycle of the pseudo-continuous notice effect is displayed. You may do it.
As a result, the player knows the contents of the pseudo-continuous notice effect before the start of the fluctuation, and watches the progress of the variable display game with a sense of expectation corresponding to the suggested contents. It is possible to prevent an excessive expectation of the accompanying special figure variation display game and increase in disappointment when the game moves off.
In addition, not only the variable start memory display 52 but also the start memory display 51 can display the content of the pseudo-continuous notice effect by prefetching.
Further, as shown in FIG. 46A, a notice effect that suggests that the prefetch notice display 51a that does not perform the pseudo-continuous notice effect and one notice display 51b in the pseudo-continuous notice display have the same variation pattern. You can go.

  In addition, as shown in FIG. 46 (b), a fan-shaped area 521 surrounded by a broken line is provided in the fluctuation start memory display 52, and a “cass” mark is arranged in the area 521. “A” mark and “?” Mark may be arranged, and the mark arranged in the area 521 may indicate the contents of the next variation cycle executed in the pseudo-continuous notice effect. That is, in the state shown in FIG. 46 (b1), the pseudo first-sequence fluctuation cycle corresponding to the “cass” mark is executed. For example, the result mode of the loss is achieved without causing reach in a relatively short fluctuation time. Derived. Similarly, in the state shown in FIG. 46 (b2), the pseudo second-sequence fluctuation cycle corresponding to the “?” Mark is executed, and for example, any content is derived until the actual fluctuation cycle is executed. I don't know. Then, as shown in FIG. 46 (b3), when the “A” mark remains, for example, the start memory display 51 includes a pre-reading notice display that does not perform the pseudo-continuous notice effect. In the case of the "" mark, as shown in FIG. 46 (b4), the "A" mark is enlarged and displayed in the same manner as the pre-reading notice display without the pseudo-continuous notice effect.

Further, in the above embodiment, when the start memory overflow occurs, the pre-read notice is displayed. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and an overflow occurs as shown in FIGS. 47 (a) to 47 (d). In this case, the pre-reading notice display may be performed by operating the effect button 157 by the player, and the pre-reading notice effect may not be performed when the operation button 157 is not operated.
Thereby, it is possible to prevent a player who does not want to be notified of the prefetch result from knowing the prefetch result.

[Fourth Invention]
Next, an example of the prefetch mode entry process according to the fourth aspect of the invention executed by the effect control device 300 will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
This prefetch mode entry process is a process for determining whether or not to shift to the prefetch mode in which the above-described prefetch notification process is performed.

When the process of FIG. 49 is started, it is first determined in step S401 whether or not an overflow of the special figure 1 start memory has occurred. If it is determined that an overflow of the special figure 1 start memory has occurred (step S401; Y), the process proceeds to step S402, and a process of selecting and displaying a character to be displayed on the liquid crystal display device 41 is performed. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 48B, a lottery for selecting any of the characters A to D is performed. For example, when the character C is selected, as shown in FIG. The character C is displayed at the lower right of the screen of the display device 41, and the score (one point) associated with the display of the character C is displayed at the upper right of the screen.
Accordingly, the effect control device 300 stores the plurality of characters A to D displayed on the liquid crystal display device 41 and the points to be given when displaying each of the plurality of characters A to D on the liquid crystal display device 41 in association with each other. And a character selection unit that randomly selects one character from the character storage unit when it is determined that an overflow has occurred.

Next, a process of adding points corresponding to the display of the character displayed in step S402 (step S403) is performed, and it is determined whether or not the point (character point) has become 10 or more (step S404).
Therefore, when it is determined that the point has become 10 or more (step S404; Y), a prefetch mode process (step S405) for shifting to a prefetch mode that enables execution of the prefetch notification process is performed, and the prefetch mode entry process is performed. finish. In addition, after shifting to the pre-reading mode, the special figure fluctuation display game is executed 20 times, or the reach (for example, normal reach, special reach, etc.) higher than the normal reach is executed in the special figure fluctuation display game. As a result, the prefetching mode is terminated and the normal mode is entered.

On the other hand, if it is determined that the point is less than 10 (step S404; N), the prefetch mode entry process is terminated without performing the prefetch mode process (step S405).
When it is determined in step S401 that the overflow of the special figure 1 start memory has not occurred (step S401; N), the prefetch mode entry process is terminated without performing the prefetch mode process (step S405). .
Therefore, the production control device 300 functions as a point acquisition means for acquiring a point corresponding to the selected one of the characters A to D, and the number of acquired points is set to a predetermined number (“10”). When it reaches, it will be possible to display a pre-read notice.

Next, the prefetch notification mode in the present embodiment will be described with reference to the display examples of FIGS.
As shown in FIG. 50 (a), when entering the pre-reading mode, the start memory (for example, the start memory having the third digestion sequence) that generates a special reach (SP reach) in any of the special figure 1 start memories is stored. If it is determined that there is, the color of the start memory display corresponding to the start memory is changed (for example, changed from blue to yellow), the male character (specific character) on the left side of the display screen, and the female character on the right side (Specific character) is displayed (pre-reading notice display).
Therefore, the effect control device 300 displays the specific character on the liquid crystal display device 41 when the pre-reading result is a predetermined result, and displays the specific character on the liquid crystal display device 41 so as to perform the character pre-display display control means for performing the pre-reading pre-display for the start memory. Function as.

  When the special figure variation display game executed at this time is finished, as shown in FIG. 50 (b), one start memory is digested, and start memory displays corresponding to unstarted start memories are respectively left. In addition to the display, the effect display in which the male character and the female character approach each other is performed. Subsequently, when the special figure variation display game executed at this time is finished, as shown in FIG. 50 (c), one start memory is digested, and start memory displays corresponding to unstarted start memories are respectively displayed. The display is shifted to the left, and an effect display in which the male character and the female character are closer to each other is performed.

Then, when the special figure variation display game executed at this time is finished, as shown in FIG. 50 (d), the start memory subject to the pre-reading notice is digested, and the start memory corresponding to the undigested start memory is stored. The display shifts to the left and is displayed, and an effect display in which a male character and a female character kiss is performed. At this time, a heart mark, which is a specific character, is displayed above the male character and the female character, and the reliability of the special figure variation display game is determined by the display color of the heart mark. Yes. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 50E, for example, when the display color of the heart mark is “blue”, the reliability is “1%”, and when the display color is “yellow”, the reliability is “5”. % ”, When the display color is“ green ”, the reliability is“ 15% ”, and when the display color is“ red ”, the reliability is“ 35% ”.
Therefore, the production control device 300 has notified the reliability that the result of the variable display game becomes the special result mode according to the display mode of the specific character.
In addition, when performing the effect display of the prefetch notice, it is sufficient to perform the effect display by at least the male character and the female character, and the display color of the start memory display that is the object of the prefetch notice is not changed. Also good.

  As described above, according to the gaming machine of the fourth aspect of the present invention, when the start memory overflows, it is possible to generate a state advantageous to the player, that is, notification of the prefetch result of the start memory. Even in a state where the upper limit value is reached, it is possible to prevent the player from stopping the ball-hitting device and to prevent the operating rate of the gaming machine from being lowered. Further, since the prefetch result is notified by displaying a specific character, even an unskilled player can easily know the prefetch result.

In addition, since the prefetch result is not notified unless the total number of points to be acquired when the character display is performed by causing the overflow, the player who expects the notification of the prefetch result generates the overflow. It becomes like this.
Therefore, it is possible to prevent the player from stopping the ball hitting device and to prevent the operating rate of the gaming machine from being lowered.
In addition, since the reliability changes depending on the display mode of the specific character (heart mark) displayed as the prefetch result, the player comes to watch the display of the specific character more carefully, and the interest of the game Can be increased.

[Fifth invention]
Next, an embodiment of the mini game process according to the fifth invention of the present application executed by the effect control device 300 will be described with reference to FIGS. The gaming machine to which this embodiment is applied basically has the same configuration as the gaming machine according to the first embodiment of the invention described above, and executes substantially the same control. Is mainly described with respect to different parts.
According to a fifth aspect of the present application, when a gaming machine is in a customer waiting state, a mini display game (hereinafter simply referred to as a mini game) prepared in advance by operating a production button 25 or the like provided on the front surface of the gaming machine. Is called).
Here, the “waiting for customer” state is a state in which a game by a game ball (launching of a hit ball) is not performed in the gaming machine, and even when the game ball is stored in the upper plate 21, the start right based on the start winning prize Including a state in which the special figure variation display game is not executed and continues for a predetermined time. At this time, the customer waiting demo image is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 41.

As shown in FIG. 10, in the variation state ST2 in which the special figure variation display game is executed, the lottery per special figure is lost, and if there is no special figure start memory, the process shifts to the customer waiting state ST1 as the predetermined time elapses. To do. In addition, when a special result mode is derived in the special figure variation display game, the state shifts from the variation state ST2 to the big hit state ST3, the big hit game is executed, and there is no start memory, the predetermined time passes. The process proceeds to the customer waiting state ST1.
In the gaming machine of the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 51, when the effect button 25 is pressed in the customer waiting state ST1 where the customer waiting demo image is displayed, the “big hit history screen” is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 41. ”,“ Mini game screen ”,“ QR code screen ”, etc., a selection screen 55a showing a plurality of options is displayed. In this state, when the player operates the selector button 29 to move the cursor and presses the effect button 25 when it reaches a desired position, the screen shifts to the selected screen (any of 55b to 55d).

Here, when the screen shifts to the mini game screen 55b, a selection screen 55e on which a plurality of options such as “mini game 1”, “mini game 2”, and “mini game 3” are shown is displayed. Further, in this state, when the player operates the selector button 29 to move the cursor and presses the effect button 25 when it reaches a desired position, the screen shifts to a screen 55f for executing the selected game. FIG. 51 shows a state where “mini game 1 (○ child fortune-telling)” is selected as an example. The above processing is executed under the control of the game control device 100 and the effect control device 300 as control means.
Therefore, the game control device 100 and the effect control device 300 as the control means store start winning storage means for storing start winning information that becomes an execution right of the variable display game based on the winning of the game ball to the start winning opening. And the variable display game execution control means for executing the variable display game based on the start prize information stored in the start prize storage means, and when the right to execute the variable display game is not generated for a predetermined period, Screen switching means for switching the display content in the variable display device to a customer waiting screen, and screen display control means for performing display control on the customer waiting screen, wherein the screen display control means has a predetermined value on the customer waiting screen. Based on a signal from an operation means other than the operation handle, which can selectively display a mini display game or predetermined game information It is possible to perform the predetermined mini display game.

As described above, by making it possible to execute a mini game or the like by using the effect button 25 or the selector button 29 while waiting for a customer, it is possible to enjoy the mini game even when the game balls are stored in the upper plate. It is possible to change the mood of the player. In addition, the player can view the jackpot history during the period when the customer waiting demo image is displayed by selecting the jackpot history screen 55c, and obtain a material for determining whether or not to play the game on the gaming machine. Will be able to.
The cursor on the selection screens 55a and 55e can be displayed with a thick frame surrounding each option, for example. The “hit history screen” is a screen that displays information that the player wants to know, such as the number and type of jackpots that have occurred in the gaming machine on that day. The “QR code screen” displays a QR (Quick Response) code (trademark) called a two-dimensional bar code. When this QR code is read by a camera of a mobile phone, information on the gaming machine is disclosed on the Internet. The device information can be displayed on the display unit of the mobile phone.

52 and 53 show specific examples of “mini game 2” and “mini game 3”.
Among these, “mini game 2” in FIG. 52 is a game (Okami game) that competes for the number of consecutive hits of the effect button 25 within a predetermined time, and when the player hits the effect button 25 repeatedly, FIG. 52 (b). As shown in FIG. 52 (c), when the character on the screen moves up the shrine and the number of consecutive hits is greater than or equal to a predetermined number within a predetermined time (for example, within 10 seconds), an image indicating “success” is displayed. In addition to the display, the LED lamp provided in the center case 40 blinks. On the other hand, if the number of consecutive hits does not reach the predetermined number within a predetermined time (for example, within 10 seconds), an image indicating “failure” is displayed as shown in FIG. Note that “mini game 1” is a fortune telling game, and a display such as (a) → (b) in FIG. 54 is performed. When the player presses the effect button, for example, a random number is subtracted at that timing. In response to this, the game notifies the fortune-telling results such as “Daikichi”, “Nakakichi”, “Kokichi”, and so on. A screen 55 f in FIG. 51 is a screen for notifying the result of the mini game 1. FIG. 54 shows the flow of a prefetch notice effect, which will be described later.

“Mini game 3” in FIG. 53 is a game for competing the timing of pressing the effect button 25. When the game starts, a couple of men and women appear on the screen as shown in FIG. 53 (a), and FIG. 53 (b). , (C), an image for a conversation (question) is displayed. Here, for example, when the player presses the effect button 25 at an appropriate timing, an image indicating “failure” as shown in FIG. 52D or “success” as shown in FIG. The image shown is displayed.
When the above-described mini game is executed in the gaming machine, the pre-reading notice effect (FIG. 50) and the mode transition effect (FIG. 26) executed when the start winning memory overflow occurs in the above-described embodiment. It is good to make it common. That is, when the execution conditions of the pre-reading notice effect and the mode transition effect are satisfied, the mini game as described above is executed, and the result of the pre-reading notice effect and the mode transition effect is determined depending on whether the game result is success or failure. To be displayed.

FIG. 54 shows an example of an image in the case where the “mini game 1” of FIG. 51 is used for the pre-reading notice effect, that is, the “mini game 1” and the pre-reading notice effect are made common and the effect control is performed. In this way, when the mini game 1 and the prefetching notice effect are made common, for example, as shown in FIG. 54C, the notice display screen in the prefetching notice effect is displayed as a result screen 55f of “mini game 1” (see FIG. 51). ) And replace it.
Note that, as described in the above embodiment, the pre-reading notice effect can be controlled so as to be executed when the start memory overflow occurs. In that case, the pre-reading notice effect may be executed over a plurality of variable display games within the range of the start memory, or may be executed so as to end during one variable display game. The same applies to other than “mini game 1”.

FIG. 54 (c) shows an example of a display for notifying “big hit” as an example, but other than that, for example, a notice of occurrence of “special reach” and the reliability of the big hit may be displayed. Further, in the so-called promotion effect, it is also possible to execute the promotion effect by sharing the image with the mini game. In that case, for example, the image shown in FIG. 55 may be changed to the image shown in FIG. 54 (c) at the end of the promotion effect.
Furthermore, instead of the entire game, a part of the background image or the appearance character of the mini game may be shared with the pre-reading notice effect, the promotion effect, and the mode transition effect. As described above, by sharing the image between the mini game and the pre-reading notice effect, the storage capacity of the ROM can be saved.

Next, a modification of the mini game process according to the fifth aspect of the invention executed by the effect control device 300 will be described with reference to the flowcharts of FIGS.
The first modified example is to add a mini game that can be executed according to the maximum value of the number of consecutive big hits that have occurred in the gaming machine of the day. The effect control device 300 determines the maximum number of consecutive chunks as shown in FIG. 56 (step S411). For example, when the maximum number of consecutive chunks is 1 to 4, for example, no mini-game is added, and when the maximum number of consecutive chunks is 5 to 9, “mini game 2” is added. If the number is 10 or more, “mini game 3” is added (steps S412 to S414).

Here, “continuous change” means the number of consecutive successes of the probable jackpot, and even if the success of the jackpot is interrupted, so-called pull-back in which the probable jackpot occurs again during the short-time game immediately after the jackpot may be included. This mini game addition process can be performed, for example, at the end of the jackpot game.
As described above, by performing control to increase the types of mini-games that can be executed in response to the continuous occurrence of special gaming states, the player can change various types of games other than the variable display game to change the mood. If you want to enjoy various types of minigames, you can increase the number of consecutive jackpots, so you can increase the operating rate of the gaming machine, and if the number of consecutive jackpots increases, the number of minigames other than the variable display game will increase Therefore, a greater satisfaction can be given to the player.

In the second modification, mini-game stock processing as shown in FIG. 57 is performed to increase or decrease the number of times that a mini-game can be executed.
As shown in FIG. 57, the effect control device 300 determines whether or not the variable display game has ended (step S421). If it is determined that the variable display game has ended (step S421: Y), it is determined whether or not the value of the mini game counter that holds the number of mini game executions is “30” (step S422). If it is determined that the value of the mini game counter is not “30” (step S422: N), the value of the mini game counter is incremented by “+1” (step S423). On the other hand, if it is determined in step S421 that the variable display game has not ended (step S421: N) and if it is determined in step S422 that the value of the mini game counter is “30” (step S422: Y), Step S42 is skipped and the mini game stock process is terminated.

  Although not shown, the mini game counter is set to “−1” at the end of the variable display game in the special game process S19 in FIG. By executing the mini-game stock process as described above, the number of executable mini-games increases if the variable-display game is executed. Therefore, a player who wants to enjoy the mini-game becomes a starting condition for the variable-display game. Since it is going to win a game ball to a start winning opening, it can be urged to play a game positively, and as a result, the operating rate of a gaming machine can be raised. The determination value “30” in step S422 is an example, and the present invention is not limited to this.

[Sixth Invention]
Next, an example of the effect processing at the time of jackpot occurrence according to the sixth invention of the present application executed by the effect control device 300 will be described with reference to FIGS. 58 to 64. Note that the gaming machine to which this embodiment is applied basically has the same configuration as the gaming machine of the first embodiment of the invention described above, and executes substantially the same control. The description is omitted, and different parts are mainly described.
According to a sixth aspect of the present application, a liquid crystal display device is used in a variable display game using a random number of probability variation jackpots while the identification symbol (special figure 1, special figure 2 indicators 81 and 82) is fluctuating or the jackpot game is in progress. In 41, a mini game having the same contents as the mini game (FIGS. 52, 53, etc.) described in the fifth embodiment is executed as an effect at the time of the big hit. As described above, it is possible to save the storage capacity of the ROM by sharing the image between the mini game and the effect of the big hit.

Note that the gaming machine of this embodiment is configured to execute a variable display game in which the stop result of the identification symbol is one of eight types of results as shown in FIG. 58, for example.
In FIG. 58, “14R normal winning” means that the operation of opening the big winning opening (38) in the big hit game is executed for 14 rounds and, after the big hit game is finished, the normal game state in which the probability of occurrence of the big hit in the variable display game is low. Means a big hit. In addition, “per 14R probability variation C” and “per 14R probability variation B” mean that the operation of opening the big prize opening (38) is executed for 14 rounds in the big hit game and the probability of occurrence of the big hit in the variable display game after the big hit game is finished. Means a big hit that has a high probability of probabilistic gaming.

Further, in FIG. 58, the difference between “per 14R probability variation C” and “per 14R probability variation B” is that, in “per 14R probability variation B”, after the effect control device 300 receives the fanfare command from the game control device 100, The specific effect is executed, whereas “per 14R probability variation C” does not execute such a specific effect. “Success” means that the result of the specific effect mini-game is successful, and “failure” means that the result of the specific effect mini-game is failure.
In addition, “2R (0R-out ball)” in “per 2R probability variation A” means that the operation of opening the big winning opening (38) is executed twice for a short time that no ball is generated. When “per 2R probability change A” occurs, the game shifts to a probability change game state after the big hit game ends. On the other hand, the “design small hit” is performed twice to open the big winning opening (38) for a short time so that no game is generated, but after the big hit game is finished, the apparent change game state does not appear. It is a hit. In this way, the type of special gaming state to be executed thereafter differs depending on the type of jackpot that has occurred.

Next, in the gaming machine of this embodiment, a specific effect that is executed when a big hit occurs will be described.
FIG. 59 shows how the jackpot game proceeds when a probability variable jackpot occurs in this embodiment. In FIG. 59, a period T1 indicates the execution period of the variable display game, and a period T2 indicates the execution period of the jackpot game. As shown in FIG. 59, in this embodiment, a mini-game (first game) of a specific effect is executed halfway in the liquid crystal display device 41 during the execution period T1 of the variable display game. The fanfare command is transmitted from the game control device 100 as the main control means to the effect control device 300 as the secondary control means at the timing t1 when the variation of the identification symbols on the special figure 1 and special display 2 displays 81 and 82 stops. When the effect control device 300 receives the fanfare command, the continuation of the specific effect mini-game (first time) is executed on the liquid crystal display device 41, while the effect of sounding the fanfare is performed by the speaker. In this mini game (first time), the game result is displayed as “success” or “failure” according to the type of jackpot.

  After that, at the end time t2 of the specific effect mini-game (first time), the game control device 100 transmits a round command indicating the start of the opening operation of the big prize opening (38) to the effect control device 300, and the effect control device 300 When the round command is received, the liquid crystal display device 41 executes a predetermined effect during the round. When the big hits are per 14R probability variation B and 5R probability variation B, the mini-game (second time) of the specific effect is started at the timing t3 when the round 3 starts, and somewhere in the rounds 1 to 5 (for example, the round 3) -4) The mini game (first time) is executed halfway. Subsequently, in round 5, the mini game (second time) is continuously executed and the result is displayed. At this time, the game result is displayed as “successful” per 14R probability variation B, while the game result is displayed as “failure” per 5R probability variation B. That is, a so-called promotion effect is performed in round 5.

  Thereafter, for the 14R probability variation B, the liquid crystal display device 41 produces effects during the round from round 6 to 14. Then, an ending command is transmitted from the game control device 100 to the effect control device 300 at the end time t6 of round 14. On the other hand, for 5R probability variation B, an ending command is transmitted from the game control device 100 to the effect control device 300 at the end time t5 of round 5. When the effect control device 300 receives the ending command, the liquid crystal display device 41 executes a wedding effect as shown in FIG.

  On the other hand, in the case of 5R probability variation A and 2R probability variation A, the fanfare command is transmitted from the game control device 100 to the performance control device 300 at the timing t1 when the variation of the identification symbol stops, and the performance control device 300 performs the fanfare command. Is received, the continuation of the mini-game (first time) of the specific effect is executed on the liquid crystal display device 41, while the effect of sounding a fanfare is performed by the speaker. Here, a display is made in which the game result is “failure”. Then, the specific effect mini-game (second time) is immediately executed, and a display indicating that the game result is “failure” is performed. That is, a so-called promotion effect is performed during the fanfare period.

  After that, at the end time t2 of the mini game (second time), the game control device 100 transmits a round command indicating the opening of the big prize opening (38) to the effect control device 300, and the effect control device 300 receives the round command. Then, the effect during the round is executed in the liquid crystal display device 41. For 5R probability variation A, an effect during the round is performed in the liquid crystal display device 41 during rounds 1 to 5, and during the round 1-2, an effect during the round is performed in the liquid crystal display device 41 per round 2R probability variation A. The production during the round will be described later.

  Then, at the end of round 5 or round 2, an ending command is transmitted from game control device 100 to effect control device 300. When the effect control device 300 receives the ending command, the liquid crystal display device 41 executes a wedding effect per 5R probability variation A. On the other hand, for the 2R probability variation A, when the ending command is received, the liquid crystal display device 41 performs an effect that makes the user feel excited so as not to know whether the transition is to the probability variation state or the normal state.

The above processing is executed by the control of the game control device 100 as the main control means and the effect control device 300 as the sub control means.
Accordingly, the control command sent out by the main control means includes at least a fanfare command for executing an effect for shifting to the special game state, and the sub-control means, when the special game state occurs, The type of special gaming state that occurs when the first half of the specific performance is executed until the result is derived after the start of the variable display game in which the gaming state occurs, and when the fanfare command sent from the main control means is received Accordingly, by executing the second half of the specific effect, the specific effect is continuously performed from the start of change of the variable display game in which the special gaming state occurs to the fanfare command.
As described above, according to the sixth invention, by using the time from the start of change to the fanfare, for example, by performing an unprecedented effect that suggests the game value given to the player, Expectation can be continued. In addition, since the specific effect is executed continuously during the period from the execution of the variable display game to the fanfare, the interest of the game is enhanced.

60 to 64, rounds 1 to 5 per 14R accuracy variation B, 5R accuracy variation B per 5R accuracy variation A, and rounds 1 to 2 per 2R accuracy variation A and small per round shown in FIG. Detailed timings of 1-2 are shown. As can be seen from FIG. 60 to FIG. 64, whether the result of the mini-game of a specific effect executed during each jackpot game is successful or unsuccessful can be distinguished by the type of win and the command.
The difference between the 2R probability variation A in FIG. 63 and the small hit in FIG. 64 is that the condition device operates in “per 2R probability variation A”, but the condition device does not operate in “small hit” in FIG. Will the production performed during rounds 1 and 2 be “probability production” (surprise performance production) to notify that there is a high possibility that both “2R probability variation A” and “small hit” are likely to transition to probability variation, or will it proceed to probability variation? This is a “small hit effect” (pronounced loss effect) that informs vaguely whether or not to shift. Further, by sharing the “surprise effect” and “small hit effect”, it is difficult to distinguish between “2R probability variation A hit” and “small hit”, and it is possible to give the player a feeling of throbbing.

In conventional gaming machines, in general, when an effect control device receives a command (fanfare command, round command, etc.) from the game control device, processing corresponding to the command (hit display, round effect, etc.) is executed immediately. Yes. On the other hand, in the present embodiment, even if the effect control device 300 receives a fanfare command from the game control device 100, it continues the minigame of the specific effect without executing the processing corresponding to the command (big hit display). Like to do.
In the control as described above, for example, the command (fanfare command) received this time is not overwritten on the command (fluctuation stop command) received immediately before, and the effect control device 300 is configured so that two commands can be held simultaneously. Or when a fanfare command is received, it is determined whether or not a minigame of a specific effect is being executed, and if it is determined that a minigame is being executed, the effect on the liquid crystal display device 41 This can be done by configuring the production control program so that the fanfare command is ignored or suspended.

Note that the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to the pachinko gaming machine as shown in the above embodiment, and for example, other gaming machines such as pachinko gaming machines, arrange ball gaming machines, sparrow ball gaming machines, etc. Applicable to all used gaming machines.
In addition, it should be considered that the embodiment disclosed this time is illustrative and not restrictive in all respects. The scope of the present invention is defined by the terms of the claims, rather than the description above, and is intended to include any modifications within the scope and meaning equivalent to the terms of the claims.

10 gaming machine 24 operation handle 25 production button (operation means)
29 Select button (operation means)
34 Special Figure 1 Start Entrance (Start Prize Winner)
37 Special Figure 2 Start Entrance (Start Prize Winner)
38 grand prize opening 41 Liquid crystal display device (variable display device)
61 Second grand prize opening 100 Game control device (control means, main control means, starting winning memory means, starting memory number excess judging means, game result prior judging means)
300 effect control device (control means, sub control means, variable display game execution means, screen switching means, screen display control means, start memory display control means, pre-reading notice effect control means)

Claims (1)

A launch device for launching a game ball to the game area, an operation handle for operating the launch device, a variable display device capable of changing display contents, and a game ball at a start winning opening provided in the game area Based on the fact that the player has won a prize, the variation display device executes a variation display game with a plurality of identification symbols, and the display result of the variation display game is advantageous to the player when the display results in a predetermined special result mode. Control means for performing control to generate a special gaming state;
A gaming machine comprising
The control means includes
Start winning storage means for storing start winning information that becomes the execution right of the variable display game based on winning of the game ball to the start winning opening;
A variable display game execution control means for executing the variable display game based on the start winning information stored in the start winning storage means;
Screen switching means for switching the display content on the variable display device to a customer waiting screen when the right to execute the variable display game does not occur for a predetermined period;
Screen display control means for performing display control on the customer waiting screen;
With
The screen display control means includes
A predetermined mini display game or predetermined game information can be selectively displayed on the customer waiting screen;
The predetermined game information is
It is a two-dimensional code that can obtain information on the gaming machine by connecting to a site on the Internet that discloses the information on the gaming machine,
The predetermined mini display game is:
The special game state during even displayable der Rutotomoni, Ri also displayable der between the from changes start varying display game special game state occurs until the end of the fanfare effect for shifting to the special game state,
During the period from the start of change of the variable display game in which the special gaming state occurs to the end of the fanfare effect for shifting to the special gaming state, the predetermined mini display game can be executed continuously,
In the customer waiting screen, the predetermined mini display game can be executed based on a signal from an operation means other than the operation handle.

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