JP5777256B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine, and more particularly to a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine or a pachislot gaming machine provided with display means capable of displaying an image.

  Conventionally, a pachinko gaming machine capable of performing a game in which a mode of effect display is changed by performing a predetermined operation in addition to a game in which a game ball is launched toward a game area on a game board has been provided. .

  For example, in Patent Document 1, a touch panel is provided in front of the display means, and information required by the player, information images indicating information corresponding to the game state, and the like are displayed according to the operation of the touch panel by the player. The pachinko machine to be displayed is described.

  As described above, according to the gaming machine of Patent Document 1 that can display an information image or the like in accordance with an input operation on the touch panel, information required by the player can be presented at a timing desired by the player. It becomes possible.

JP 2006-288477 A

  However, in the gaming machine of Patent Document 1, the change of the display mode of the effect display by the input operation of the touch panel or the like is mainly used when checking the game situation, and the operation of the touch panel itself is particularly interesting. There was no.

  Therefore, even if a touch panel that can be input by a corner player is provided, the operation frequency of the touch panel may be reduced.

  Therefore, an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of increasing the operation frequency of the touch panel by making the operation of the touch panel interesting.

The present invention described in claim 1 is provided at a position opposite to the effect display means, a game board having a game area in which a game ball rolls, an effect display means capable of displaying an effect image, and a player Based on the fact that a predetermined condition has been established, a touch panel that identifies a contact position when the contact is detected, an effect display control unit that performs control to display an effect image on the effect display unit Te, a per lottery means for performing hit lottery to benefit to the player, based on a lottery result by prior Kito or drawing means, and a reach state generating means for controlling to generate a reach state, the effect display control The means changes the display content when the player's contact with the touch panel and the contact movement, which is a movement to a predetermined position, is performed, and the display result mode after the change of the display content A control for executing a specific notice effect for performing a notice of the lottery result of the winning lottery means or performing a notice of the reach state generated by the control of the reach state generating means can be executed, and the control for executing the specific notice effect is It is executed only when the contact movement is performed, and the effect image display is changed at a timing before the reach state occurs .

  According to the present invention, the following effects can be obtained.

  That is, according to the present invention, it is possible to provide a gaming machine that can make the operation of the touch panel interesting and can increase the operation frequency of the touch panel.

It is a perspective view which shows the game machine which concerns on this Embodiment. It is a disassembled perspective view which shows the general view in the pachinko gaming machine of this embodiment. It is a front view which shows the game board of the gaming machine shown in FIG. It is a block diagram which shows the control system of the gaming machine shown in FIG. It is a flowchart which shows the process sequence of the main control circuit of the game machine which concerns on this Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the process sequence of the special symbol control process which concerns on this Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the process sequence of the special symbol memory | storage check process which concerns on this Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the process sequence of the command reception interruption process which concerns on this Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the process sequence of the main process by the sub control circuit of the game machine which concerns on this Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the process sequence of the command analysis process which concerns on this Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the process sequence of the system timer interruption process which concerns on this Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the process sequence of the touch-panel contact detection process which concerns on this Embodiment. It is a figure which shows an example of the jackpot lottery table which concerns on this Embodiment. It is a figure which shows an example of the production | presentation display pattern determination table which concerns on this Embodiment. It is a figure which shows an example of the fluctuation | variation display pattern determination table which concerns on this Embodiment. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the advancing mode of the change display of the decoration symbol which concerns on this Embodiment. It is a figure which shows an example of the aspect of the fluctuation | variation display of the decoration symbol which concerns on this Embodiment. It is a figure which shows an example of the aspect of the fluctuation | variation display of the decoration symbol which concerns on this Embodiment. It is explanatory drawing which shows a mode that the liquid crystal display device which concerns on this Embodiment was visually recognized via the touch panel. It is explanatory drawing which shows a mode that the liquid crystal display device which concerns on this Embodiment was visually recognized via the touch panel. It is a figure which shows an example of the display mode of the production image which concerns on this Embodiment. It is a figure which shows an example of the display mode of the production image which concerns on this Embodiment. It is explanatory drawing which looked at the arrangement | positioning state of the touchscreen which concerns on this Embodiment, the game board, and the liquid crystal display device from the side.

  Hereinafter, embodiments for carrying out the present invention will be described more specifically with reference to the drawings. Here, in the accompanying drawings, the same reference numerals are given to the same members, and duplicate descriptions are omitted. In addition, since description here is the best form by which this invention is implemented, this invention is not limited to the said form.

  Hereinafter, the configuration of the pachinko gaming machine (game machine) 1 according to the present embodiment will be described with reference to the drawings. 1 to 23 show an embodiment of a gaming machine 1 to which a prepaid card system is applied.

  1 is a perspective view showing a gaming machine according to the present embodiment, FIG. 2 is an exploded perspective view showing an overview of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment, and FIG. 3 is a front view showing a gaming board of the gaming machine shown in FIG. 4 is a block diagram showing a control system of the gaming machine shown in FIG. 1, FIG. 5 is a flowchart showing a processing procedure of a main control circuit of the gaming machine according to the present embodiment, and FIG. 6 is shown in the present embodiment. 7 is a flowchart showing the processing procedure of the special symbol control processing, FIG. 7 is a flowchart showing the processing procedure of the special symbol storage check processing according to the present embodiment, and FIG. 8 is the processing procedure of the command reception interrupt processing according to the present embodiment. FIG. 9 is a flowchart showing a processing procedure of main processing by the sub-control circuit of the gaming machine according to the present embodiment, and FIG. 10 is a flowchart showing a processing procedure of command analysis processing according to the embodiment. FIG. 11 is a flowchart showing the processing procedure of the system timer interrupt processing according to the present embodiment, FIG. 12 is a flowchart showing the processing procedure of the touch panel contact detection processing according to the present embodiment, and FIG. 13 is related to the present embodiment. FIG. 14 is a diagram showing an example of a jackpot lottery table, FIG. 14 is a diagram showing an example of an effect display pattern determination table according to the present embodiment, and FIG. 15 is a diagram showing an example of a variable display pattern determination table according to the present embodiment. 16 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the progress of the variation display of the decorative symbol according to the present embodiment, FIG. 17 is a diagram showing an example of the variation display of the decorative symbol according to the present embodiment, and FIG. FIG. 19 is a diagram illustrating an example of a variation display mode of decorative symbols according to the embodiment, FIG. 19 is an explanatory diagram illustrating a state in which the liquid crystal display device according to the present embodiment is visually recognized via a touch panel, and FIG. Explanatory drawing which shows a mode that the liquid crystal display device which concerns on embodiment was visually recognized via the touch panel, FIG. 21 is a figure which shows an example of the display mode of the effect image which concerns on this Embodiment, FIG. 22 concerns on this Embodiment FIG. 23 is a diagram illustrating an example of the display mode of the effect image, and FIG. 23 is an explanatory diagram of the arrangement state of the touch panel, the game board, and the liquid crystal display device according to the present embodiment as viewed from the side.

  First, the configuration of the gaming machine 1 will be described with reference to FIGS. 1 and 2.

  As shown in FIG. 1 and FIG. 2, the pachinko gaming machine 1 includes a main body frame 3a having a game board 2 (FIG. 2) mounted therein and an opening 3aa formed on the front surface, and an opening 3aa in the main body frame 3a. Various parts arranged inside, a glass door 9a fitted with a glass plate 9b covering the front side of the game board 2 so as to be visible, and a rear side of the main body frame 3a are fixed to island facilities. It is comprised from the outer frame 3b.

  The main body frame 3a is rotatably attached at one end to the outer frame 3b via a hinge (not shown). The main body frame 3a and the outer frame 3b allow the gaming machine main body 3 to be pivoted. Is configured. And with respect to the main body frame 3a of such a game machine main body 3, the decoration unit 60 provided with speaker covers 60a and 60b which protect the speakers 6a and 6b (FIG. 4) fixed to the left and right of the upper part of the main body frame 3a, liquid crystal A display device (effect display means) 21, a glass door 9 a that covers the game board 2 so as to be visible, an upper dish part 4, a lower dish part 5, and a launch handle 7 are attached.

  The glass door 9a and the upper plate part 4 are integrally formed, and one end of the integrated opening / closing door (opening / closing body) is pivotally supported by the main body frame 3a, and the other end of the main body frame. 3a is engaged. Thereby, a game is normally performed in a state in which the glass door 9a is face-to-face closed on the front surface (main surface) of the game board 2.

  Inside the opening 3aa of the main body frame 3a, as will be described later, a liquid crystal display device (effect display) having a display area 21a capable of displaying an effect image (for example, animation corresponding to a gaming state or other notification information). Means) 21, a spacer 11, a game board 2, etc. are provided. In addition, about various components (not shown) other than the game board 2, the spacer 11, and the liquid crystal display device 21, description is abbreviate | omitted in order to make an understanding easy.

  The game board 2 is formed of a plate-like resin (a member having transparency) that has a light-transmitting property. Examples of the transparent member include various materials such as acrylic resin, polycarbonate resin, and methacrylic resin. Moreover, the game board 2 has the game area | region 2a in which the launched game ball can flow down on the main surface side facing the glass plate 9b in the glass door 9a. The game area 2a is an area surrounded by the rails 6 and capable of transferring a game ball. The game board 2 may be transparent or translucent. Moreover, you may be comprised from members other than a synthetic resin.

  The game area 2a is surrounded by the rail 6, and as shown in FIG. 3, obstacles such as windmills and obstacle nails (not shown), the general winning device 12, the passing gate 13, the starting port 18, the big prize Game members such as the device 15, the out port 16, and the obstacles 28 and 29 are arranged.

  The spacer 11 is disposed behind (on the back side of) the game board 2 and on the front (front side) of the liquid crystal display device 21. That is, the spacer 11 is held between the game board 2 and the liquid crystal display device 21. The spacer 11 is made of a material having permeability, and a large through hole 11a is provided at the center. The spacer 11 provides a thickness that allows the through-hole 11a to receive an electrical decoration unit 26 that notifies predetermined information about the game.

  The liquid crystal display device 21 described above is disposed on the back surface of the spacer 11. That is, the liquid crystal display device 21 is arranged on the back side of the game board 2 located behind the touch panel 100 as shown in FIG. 23 (FIG. 23 shows the arrangement state of the touch panel, the game board, and the liquid crystal display device. It is explanatory drawing seen from the side (In the same figure, description of the spacer 11 is abbreviate | omitted). The display area 21a of the liquid crystal display device 21 includes an area for displaying an effect image, an upper area 800 (FIGS. 19 and 20) that is an upper area of the display area 21a, and a lower area of the display area 21a. A lower region 850 (FIGS. 19 and 20) which is a region located on the side, and a decorative symbol display region 21b (FIGS. 3, 17, and 18) in which a decorative symbol (identification information) is displayed in a variable manner. Yes.

  As shown in FIGS. 17 and 18, the decorative symbol display area 21b is divided into three parts, that is, a left reel portion 27a, a middle reel portion 27b, and a right reel portion 27c. Display is done.

  In the present embodiment in which the game board 2 and the spacer 11 are formed of a permeable material, the display area 21 a of the liquid crystal display device 21 is disposed so as to be visible through the game board 2 and the spacer 11. Here, instead of the liquid crystal display device 21, for example, a CRT (cathode ray tube) or a plasma display can be used.

  By providing the liquid crystal display device 21 on the back side of the game board 2 as in the present embodiment, for example, the area for installing the obstacle nail, the area for providing the accessory, the decorative member, etc. is increased, and the degree of freedom in layout is increased. Can be further increased.

  Here, the general winning device 12 is a device in which a predetermined number of game balls are paid out when a game ball is won, and the passing gate 13 uses normal symbol indicators 25a and 25b (described later) when the game ball has passed. It is a device for blinking.

  In addition, an obstacle 28 is provided in the upper part of the center of the game board 2, and an obstacle 29 is provided below the obstacle 28. In the game ball launched into the game board 2 by the operation of the launch handle 7, the game ball colliding with the obstacles 28 and 29 flows down along the obstacles 28 and 29 to either the left side or the right side of the game area 2a. .

  Below the obstacle 29, there is provided a start port (specific area) 18 through which a game ball can be won and through which the winning game ball can pass. Further, the start port 18 is a variable wing that can be changed between an open state in which a game ball can easily pass through the start port 18 and a closed state in which it is difficult for a game ball to pass through the start port 18. 18a, 18b.

  Here, the closed state of the variable wings 18 a and 18 b is a state in which the variable wings 18 a and 18 b are closed and it is difficult for the game ball to win the starting port 18. On the other hand, the open state in the variable wings 18a and 18b is a state in which the variable wings 18a and 18b open in an inverted eight-character shape and the game ball can easily win the starting port 18. Further, the start port 18 is closed during normal times.

  When a game ball wins the start opening 18 and passes through the inside, the special symbol displayed on the special symbol display 24 and the decorative symbol on the liquid crystal display device 21 are changed and stopped. Although the above-described variable blades 18a and 18b are provided in the starting port 18 in the present embodiment, the present invention is not limited to this, and the starting port 18 has a structure in which the variable blades 18a and 18b are not provided. Also good.

  A big prize device 15 is provided below the start opening 18. The grand prize winning device 15 is a so-called attacker-type opening / closing device having a door 15a and a game ball receiving port. The door 15a is closed to make it difficult to win a game ball, and the door 15a is opened to play a game. An opening / closing operation with an open state that facilitates winning of a ball is performed. Furthermore, a passing area in which a game ball that has won the big winning device 15 can pass is provided inside the big winning device 15.

  The out port 16 is a device in which game balls that have not won (entered) any of the general winning device 12, the start port 18, and the big winning device 15 flow in and are collected. The collected game balls are discharged out of the game area 2a.

  [Touch panel]

  As shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, a transparent touch panel 100 is disposed on the glass door 9a. The touch panel 19 is disposed so as to face the front surface of the game board 2 in a state where the glass door 9a is closed.

  The touch panel 100 is an analog resistive film type touch panel. That is, the touch panel 100 has a transparent film attached to the front surface of the glass plate via a plurality of dot spacers, and transparent electrodes are provided on the surface of the glass plate and the back surface of the transparent film, respectively. ing. When the player touches the touch panel 100 with a finger, the film-side electrode and the glass-side electrode come into contact, and the X-axis and Y-axis potentials (voltages) on the glass-side electrode at the contact position are detected by the film-side electrode. The contact position is specified. Further, when the player changes the contact position with the touch panel 100 by sliding his / her finger, the changed film side electrode and the glass side electrode come into contact with each other, and the X on the glass side electrode at the contact position is changed. The potential (voltage) of the axis and the Y axis is detected by the film side electrode, and the changed contact position is specified. Here, the touch panel 100 is electrically connected to the sub CPU 301 and, when the contact position is specified, transmits a detection signal indicating the contact position to the sub CPU 301.

  The touch panel 100 according to the present embodiment is an analog resistive touch panel as described above, but is not limited thereto, and may be a matrix resistive touch panel. Further, in the present invention, the touch panel is not limited to the above-described resistive film type touch panel. For example, a conventionally known detection type touch panel such as an optical method, a capacitance method, an ultrasonic method, or the like is employed. Is possible.

  In the present embodiment, the player touches any one of the touch panels 100 with his / her finger, and moves the finger in any direction while maintaining the contact state with the touch panel 100. It is possible to change the display position of the effect image displayed at the position opposite to the position in the direction in which the finger is moved.

  For example, when an A image 710 that is an image simulating a knight and a B image 720 that is an image simulating a heel are displayed side by side in the approximate center of the display area 21a of the liquid crystal display device 21 (FIG. 19). In the figure, the description of the game board 2 is omitted), and the touch panel 100 touches an area facing the A image 710 (hereinafter, this area is referred to as “A area”) with the finger 600. Then, by moving the finger 600 in any direction while maintaining the contact state with the touch panel 100, the display position of the A image 710 displayed at the position facing the contact position is the direction in which the finger 600 is moved. It is possible to change. That is, when the player touches the area A of the touch panel 100 with the finger 600 and moves the finger 600 while maintaining the contact state with the touch panel 100, the display position of the A image 710 is the display position of the display area 21a. The position is switched to a position facing the finger 600.

  Therefore, for example, when the player moves the finger 600 in contact with the area A upward as shown in FIGS. 20 and 23, and releases the finger 600 from the touch panel 100 at a position facing the upper area 800. The A image 710 is finally displayed in the upper area 800 (FIG. 20 is an explanatory diagram showing a state in which the liquid crystal display device is visually recognized through the touch panel. In FIG. 23 is omitted from the illustration of Fig. 23. Fig. 23 is an explanatory view of the arrangement of the touch panel, game board, and liquid crystal display device as viewed from the side.

  Further, for example, when the player moves the finger 600 in contact with the area A downward as shown in FIG. 20 and releases the finger 600 from the touch panel 100 at a position facing the lower area 850, the A image 710 Will be displayed in the lower area 850 in the end.

  According to this, since the player can change the display position of the effect image to an arbitrary position by touching the touch panel 100, the effect image changes by the player's operation on the touch panel. Can be more diversified, and the operation of the touch panel 100 can be interesting.

  Below the glass door 9a, as shown in FIG. 1, an upper plate 4a for storing game balls paid out from the first outlet 55 and game balls to be driven into the game area 2a is arranged. Also, below the upper plate 4a, a lower plate 5a in which game balls overflowing from the upper plate 4a due to payout are stored is disposed. Further, a shutter lever 10 is provided at a predetermined position of the upper plate 4a, which is operated when the game ball stored in the upper plate 4a is moved to the lower plate 5a and taken out at the end of the game.

  Here, the game balls overflowing from the upper plate 4 a and the game balls moving by operating the shutter lever 10 reach the lower plate 5 a via the second discharge port 56.

  On the right side of the lower plate 5a, there is provided a launch handle 7 that is rotated when the game ball is launched to the game area 2a via the rail 6. The launch handle 7 is provided with a stop button (not shown) for stopping the launch of the game ball.

  Then, when the player turns the launch handle 7 to perform a launch operation, the game balls in the upper plate 4a are disposed on the back surface of the main body frame 3a by a launch ball supply device (not shown). It is supplied to the launching device 90 (see FIG. 4) and is launched by the launching device 90 along the rail 6 to the game area 2a.

  Next, the electrical decoration unit 26 will be described. The illumination unit 26 is disposed on the upper portion of the through hole 11a provided in the spacer 11 (see FIG. 2). The special symbol display 24, the normal symbol displays 25a and 25b, and the four normal symbol passage storage displays. It is comprised of a device 23 and four special symbol hold storage indicators 22. The special symbol indicator 24 is composed of 7-segment LEDs, while the normal symbol indicators 25a and 25b, the normal symbol passage memory indicator 23, and the special symbol hold memory indicator 22 are each composed of LEDs. Yes.

  Further, since the illumination unit 26 is located on the back side of the game board 2 having transparency, the special symbol display 24, the normal symbol displays 25a and 25b, and the four normal symbol passing storage indicators. 23 and the four special symbol hold memory indicators 22 are visible from the front side of the game board 2 (see FIG. 3).

  The passing gate 13 detects a passing game ball. When the game ball passes through the passing gate 13, a random number for normal winning lottery is extracted as passing memory, and the passing memory is stored in a passing storage area ("0" to "4") of the main RAM 203 described later. Is done. Based on this passing memory, the normal symbol indicators 25a and 25b are blinked for a predetermined time. Further, the number of passage memories stored in the passage storage areas (“1” to “4”) is displayed on the four normal symbol passage storage indicators 23 described above.

  For example, when two passage memories are stored in the passage storage areas (“1” to “4”), two of the four normal symbol passage storage indicators 23 are lit. The number of lighting of the normal symbol passing memory display 23 can inform the player of the number of passing memories stored in the passing memory area (“1” to “4”).

  The normal symbol indicators 25a and 25b blink alternately. When the normal symbol indicators 25a and 25b stop blinking and “win” is displayed (the blinking ends, When the symbol display 25a is turned on and stopped and displayed (hereinafter referred to as “normal hit”), the start port 18 is switched to an open state in which a game ball can be easily received for a predetermined time (the time for the open state to be reached). In the non-short-time state, it is 0.3 seconds, whereas in the short-time state, the 1.8-second open state is repeated three times.)

  Here, the short time state means a state in which the average blinking display time of the normal symbol is shorter than that in the other state (in the non-short time state), and the number of times the normal symbol fluctuates per time is improved (for example, non-time state). (The fluctuation display time of the normal symbol in the time reduction state is 50 seconds, and the fluctuation display time of the normal symbol in the time reduction state is 5 seconds.) Further, when the time is shortened, the variable blades 18a and 18b are switched to the open state more frequently than the non-time-short state (that is, the total open state time of the variable blades 18a and 18b per unit time). Is relatively large).

  Note that the control in the short-time state is continued until the variation display of the special symbol reaches a predetermined upper limit number (for example, 100 times) or until a big hit lottery by a big hit lottery means described later is won.

  When the game ball passes (wins) inside the start opening 18, a random number for jackpot lottery is extracted as reserved storage, and the reserved storage is stored in a storage area (“0” to “4”) of the main RAM 203 described later. ) Is memorized. Then, the number of reserved memories stored in the reserved storage areas (“1” to “4”) is displayed on the four special symbol hold storage indicators 22 described above.

  For example, when two reserved memories are stored in the reserved storage areas (“1” to “4”), two of the four special symbol reserved storage indicators 22 are lit. The number of lights on the special symbol storage memory indicator 22 can inform the player of the number of storages stored in the storage areas ("1" to "4"). It should be noted that the special symbol on the special symbol display 24 and the decoration symbol in the decorative symbol display area 21b are changed and stopped based on the above-described reserved storage.

  The special symbol display 24 varies according to the game ball passing through the inside of the start port 18. Moreover, the special symbol display 24 is comprised by 7 segment LED. The 7-segment LED is repeatedly turned on and off when a predetermined special symbol variation display start condition is satisfied. By turning on / off the 7-segment LED, 10 numeric symbols from “0” to “9” and symbol symbol “−” are variably displayed as special symbols. As a special symbol, when a jackpot symbol (for example, a numeric symbol from “0” to “9”) is stopped and displayed, the gaming state becomes a jackpot game that is advantageous to the player as compared to other gaming states. Transition. In the case of this big win game, as will be described later, the big winning device 15 is in an open state, and the winning of the game ball to the big winning device 15 becomes easy.

  If an odd number of symbols (for example, 1, 3, 5, 7, 9) is stopped and displayed on the special symbol, there is a high possibility of winning a jackpot after the jackpot game is over (by a jackpot lottery means described later). (The probability of winning the lottery is relatively high.) Also, if an even number of symbols (for example, 0, 2, 4, 6, 8) is stopped and displayed in the special symbol, it is unlikely that the jackpot will be won after the jackpot game ends (by the jackpot lottery means described later) (The probability of winning the lottery is relatively low.)

  The jackpot game that is advantageous to the player as compared with other game states is, for example, a series of opening and closing operations until the big prize device solenoid 72S described later changes from the open state to the closed state with respect to the big prize device 15. A game state that makes it easier to win more game balls than other game states by repeatedly performing an operation (hereinafter, a series of opening and closing operations of the big winning device 15 during a big win game is referred to as a “round operation”). That is.

  Examples of the decorative symbols displayed in the decorative symbol display area 21b include Arabic numerals such as “0”, “1”, “2”... “9”, and other symbols. The decorative symbols on the left reel portion 22a, the middle reel portion 22b, and the right reel portion 22c are variably displayed corresponding to the special symbols on the special symbol display 24 (see FIG. 17). When the decorative symbol variation display on the left reel portion 22a, the middle reel portion 22b, and the right reel portion 22c is finished, the symbols determined based on the symbols that are stopped and displayed on the special symbol display 24 are stopped and displayed. Is done. In addition, when the variation display of these decorative symbols is terminated and stopped, the decorative symbols are the same numbers such as “7” “7” “7”, “2” “2” “2” ”, etc. The case where three symbols are arranged in a row (see FIG. 18B) is called a jackpot display mode. This jackpot display mode is a display mode that indicates that the game shifts to a jackpot game that is advantageous to the player as compared to other game states (that is, the game has been “hit”). Note that the stop mode other than the jackpot display mode described above is referred to as a stoppage mode.

  In this manner, the decorative symbol variation display on the left reel portion 22a, the middle reel portion 22b, and the right reel portion 22c is performed in conjunction with (corresponding to) the special symbol variation display described above.

  Therefore, when the special symbol stop mode becomes a display mode (for example, a numerical symbol from “0” to “9”) indicating that the jackpot game is executed, the left reel portion 22a, the middle reel portion 22b, The decorative pattern stop mode on the right reel portion 22c also becomes a display mode (that is, a jackpot display mode) indicating that the jackpot game is executed (winning the jackpot lottery). For example, when the special symbol “7” is stopped and displayed on the special symbol display 24, the decorative symbols ““ 7 ”,“ 7 ”and“ 7 ”” are stopped and displayed in the decorative symbol display area 21b.

  Here, in the present embodiment, examples of the decorative pattern variation mode include normal variation, reach variation (normal reach variation, super reach variation 1, super reach variation 2, etc.) and the like.

  The normal variation is a variation mode in which decorative symbols in all reel portions are separately displayed in a variable manner (see FIG. 17).

  Reach fluctuation means that the same decorative design is stopped or temporarily stopped (temporarily stopped) in two of the three reels in the variable row, while the variable row in the remaining reel portion is continuously displayed. It is a variation mode with a reach mode that is a variation to be performed. In other words, the reach variation is a variation mode with a reach mode in which there is a remaining variation column displayed and a possibility of deriving a display mode (a jackpot display mode) indicating the winning of the jackpot lottery is derived. It is.

  For example, in FIG. 18A, the decorative symbol in the variation row of the left reel portion 22a and the decorative symbol in the variation row of the right reel portion 22c are stopped and displayed with the same numeric symbol (that is, “7”). The variation display of the variation row in the middle reel portion 22b is continued. Note that when this reach mode occurs, the expectation of jackpot increases, so it is a moment for the player to learn the fun of the game. Further, the level of expectation of jackpot is in the order of super reach fluctuation 2, super reach fluctuation 1, and normal reach fluctuation.

  In the present embodiment, the number of reserved memories stored in the reserved storage areas (“1” to “4”) and the number of passing memories stored in the passing storage areas (“1” to “4”) are as follows: These are displayed on the special symbol hold storage display 22 and the normal symbol passage storage display 23, respectively, but are not limited thereto, and may be displayed on other display media. For example, it may be displayed in the display area 21a.

  Next, the control system of the gaming machine 1 shown in FIG. 1 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 4 is a block diagram showing a control system of the gaming machine shown in FIG.

  The control system of the gaming machine 1 includes a main control circuit 200, a sub control circuit 300 connected to the main control circuit 200, a payout control circuit 70a, and a launch control circuit 70b. This control system is mounted on the back side of the game board 2.

  A card unit 81 is connected to the payout control circuit 70 a of the gaming machine 1.

  The card unit 81 is installed in the vicinity of the pachinko gaming machine 1 and has an insertion slot into which a prepaid card can be inserted, and reads the recorded information recorded on the prepaid card inserted into the insertion slot. Means, a lending command signal output means for outputting a lending command signal for instructing lending of game balls to the payout control circuit 70a in accordance with an operation of the ball lending operation panel 9 (FIG. 4), and a record read by the reading means Write means for subtracting the number of loans instructed to lend by the lending command signal output means from the available lending number specified from the information and recording the information on the prepaid card inserted in the insertion port .

  The main control circuit 200 has a main CPU (microcomputing processing device) 201 that controls the progress of the game of the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to a preset program, and returns various settings to initial values when an abnormality occurs or when the power is turned on. An initial reset circuit 204 that generates a reset signal, a lamp control circuit 207 that controls display of LEDs and the like, and a main RAM 203 that stores various data necessary for the operation of the main CPU 201 are mounted.

  Further, the main control circuit 200 includes a program for controlling the game operation of the gaming machine 1 by the main CPU 201 and a jackpot lottery table to be referred to when a jackpot lottery for determining whether or not to execute the jackpot game (FIG. 13). ), An effect display pattern determination table (FIG. 14) referred to when determining an effect display pattern to be executed, whether or not the variable wings 18a and 18b are opened (that is, the passage of a game ball to a specific area) A normal winning lottery table that is referred to when the normal winning lottery is determined, whether or not the variable display pattern determining table (FIG. 15) that is referred to when determining the decorative display variable display pattern, and other A main ROM 202 is mounted which stores various probability tables that are referred to when lotteries are drawn.

  The fluctuation display pattern determination table (FIG. 15) includes normal fluctuation (out), normal reach fluctuation (out), normal reach fluctuation (win), super reach fluctuation 1 (out), super reach fluctuation 1 (win), and super reach fluctuation. Variation display patterns such as 2 (displacement) and super reach variation 2 (hits) are shown.

  The normal variation (displacement) is a variation display pattern in which the decorative symbols on all reels are stopped and displayed after the normal variation of the decorative symbols (FIG. 17A) is continued for 12 (s).

  The main RAM 203 is stored in a hold storage counter for counting a hold storage stored in a hold storage area (“0” to “4”) described later, and a passage storage area (“0” to “4”) described later. Passing memory counter for counting passing memory, a winning device winning counter for storing the number of game balls won in the winning device 15 during one round operation, and winning a prize during one jackpot game A large winning device opening number counter for storing the number of times the door 15a of the device 15 is opened (that is, the number of round operations during one big hit game) is provided.

  Note that one round operation means that a predetermined number of times (e.g., 30 seconds) elapses after the grand prize winning device 15 is opened, or a predetermined number ( For example, it is a period until 10 game balls win the grand prize device 15.

  Here, the main RAM 203 has reserved storage areas (“0” to “4”).

  The reserved storage area is an area in which the above-described reserved storage is stored in order from the reserved storage area “0”. Further, the random number for lottery lottery stored in the reserved storage area (“1” to “4”) corresponds to the reserved storage displayed on the special symbol hold storage display 22, and the reserved storage area “0”. The jackpot lottery random value stored in is used for the jackpot lottery process or the like.

  Further, the main RAM 203 has (“0” to “4”) passing storage areas.

  The passing storage area is an area in which the normal lottery random number value extracted on condition that the game ball has passed through the passing gate 13 is sequentially stored from the passing storage area “0”. The random numbers for normal winning lottery stored in the passage storage area (“1” to “4”) correspond to the passage storage displayed on the normal symbol passage storage display 23, and the passage storage area “0”. The random numbers for lottery per ordinary stored in “” are used for the lottery per ordinary.

  The main RAM 203 includes a game state flag. Here, the gaming state flag is set to a value (01) indicating a high probability state when the gaming state is shifted to a high probability state, and is set to a non-high probability state when the gaming state is shifted to a non-high probability state. A value (00) indicating is set.

  Further, the main RAM 203 has a fluctuation shortening flag. In this case, the fluctuation shortening flag is set to a value (33) indicating the time-short state when the time-short state is reached, and is set to a value (00) indicating the non-time-short state when the time is short.

  The main CPU 201 is a jackpot lottery means, gaming state determination means, special symbol determination means, notice effect execution determination means, variable display pattern determination means, special symbol variation display pattern determination means, special symbol display control means, gaming state control means, and command Each function of the transmission means is provided.

  The jackpot lottery means, in response to the establishment of a predetermined condition (for example, a game ball passing (winning) inside the start port (specific area) 18 in the game area 2a), It is a means for performing a jackpot lottery on whether or not to execute.

  For example, when a game ball wins at the start port 18, the jackpot lottery means executes the lottery based on the random number value for the jackpot lottery extracted by the random lottery, and determines whether or not to execute the jackpot game.

  Here, when the jackpot lottery by the jackpot lottery means is won, the jackpot symbol is stopped on the special symbol display 24, and the jackpot display mode is displayed in the decorative symbol display area 21b of the liquid crystal display device 21, respectively. The jackpot game is controlled by the control means.

  The game state determination means is means for determining a game state after the end of the jackpot game when the jackpot game is determined by the jackpot lottery means (when the jackpot lottery is won).

  Specifically, the gaming state determination means has a high probability state in which the probability that the jackpot game is determined by the jackpot lottery means (the winning probability of the jackpot lottery) is a relatively high gaming state, and the winning probability of the jackpot lottery is relative. Any non-high probability state that is a low gaming state is determined as the gaming state after the jackpot game ends.

  In the present embodiment, the case where the jackpot lottery by the jackpot lottery means is won and the high probability state is determined by the game state determining means is called a probable jackpot, and the lottery by the jackpot lottery means is won and the game A case where a non-high probability state is determined by the state determination means is usually called a jackpot.

  The special symbol determining means is a means for determining a special symbol to be stopped and displayed on the special symbol display 24 in accordance with the result of the lottery by the jackpot lottery means when the jackpot lottery by the jackpot lottery means is performed.

  Specifically, the special symbol determining means determines a special symbol to be stopped and displayed on the special symbol display 24 from among the numerical symbols and symbol symbols “−” of 0 to 9 when the jackpot lottery is performed. Then, a stop symbol command indicating the special symbol is generated and set.

  The notice effect execution determination means is a means for determining the effect display pattern to be executed when the game ball passes through the inside of the start port 18.

  Specifically, the notice effect execution determining means can select any one of the jackpot notice pattern, the off notice notice pattern, the movement effect pattern, and the normal effect pattern by a lottery performed in response to the game ball passing through the inside of the start opening 18. To decide.

  The jackpot notice pattern is an effect display pattern for notifying you that you will win or reach a jackpot, and the losing notice pattern is an effect display pattern for notifying you that you will lose the jackpot lottery. is there. In addition, the movement effect pattern is an effect display pattern in which an effect image to be displayed changes according to the touch of the touch panel 100 by the player. Further, the normal effect pattern is an effect display pattern in which effect display according to a predetermined pattern is performed. In addition, for the effect display according to the normal effect pattern, the effect display cannot be changed by touching the touch panel 100.

  Here, the effect display according to the jackpot notice pattern is different depending on the touch mode of the touch panel 100 by the player.

  For example, when an effect display according to the jackpot notice pattern is executed, first, in the approximate center of the display area 21a in the liquid crystal display device 21, an A image 710 that is an image imitating a knight and an image imitating a heel. The B image 720 is displayed side by side (see FIG. 19). Then, if the player does not make contact with the area A on the touch panel 100 during a predetermined time (for example, 10 seconds), the effect display according to the jackpot notice pattern is finished as it is.

  Further, when the A image 710 is displayed in the upper area 800 during a predetermined time (for example, 10 seconds) (that is, the player makes contact with the A area on the touch panel 100 and the finger 600 that has touched the upper area 800 When moving to a position facing the region 800 and then moving away from the touch panel 100), an effect corresponding to the upper region 800 is displayed in the upper region 800.

  For example, an effect image in which the B image 720 is brought down by the A image 710 is displayed in the upper area 800 (specifically, the A image 710 that raises the sword and emits light toward the B image 720 and the A image 710 In addition, an image imitating the character “Victory” is displayed in the upper area 800 (see FIG. 21A).

  Further, when the A image 710 is displayed in the lower area 850 during a predetermined time (for example, 10 seconds) (that is, the player makes contact with the A area on the touch panel 100 and the finger 600 that has touched the lower area 850 When moving to a position facing the area 850 and then moving away from the touch panel 100), an effect corresponding to the lower area 850 is displayed in the lower area 850.

  For example, an effect image in which the B image 720 is knocked down by the A image 710 is displayed in the lower area 850 (specifically, an A image 710 in which the B image 720 is beaten with a sword, and a B image 720 that is knocked down by the A image 710) Further, an image imitating the character “Victory” is displayed in the lower area 850 (see FIG. 21B).

  That is, in the present embodiment, when the effect display according to the jackpot notice pattern is executed, only when the A image 710 is displayed in the upper area 800 or the lower area 850 by the operation of the player's touch panel 100. An effect that suggests winning of a jackpot or reaching (an effect in which the A image 710 wins the B image 720) is displayed, so that the player is informed of winning the jackpot or reaching a reach state. It has become.

  In addition, the effect display according to the off-notice notice pattern is different depending on the touch mode of the touch panel 100 by the player.

  For example, when an effect display according to the loss notice pattern is executed, first, in the approximate center of the display area 21a in the liquid crystal display device 21, there are an A image 710 which is an image imitating a knight and an image imitating a spear. The B image 720 is displayed side by side (see FIG. 19). If the player does not make contact with the A area of the touch panel 100 during a predetermined time (for example, 10 seconds), the effect display according to the notice pattern is ended.

  Further, when the A image 710 is displayed in the upper area 800 during a predetermined time (for example, 10 seconds) (that is, the player makes contact with the A area on the touch panel 100 and the finger 600 that has touched the upper area 800 When moving to a position facing the region 800 and then moving away from the touch panel 100), an effect corresponding to the upper region 800 is displayed in the upper region 800.

  For example, an effect image in which the A image 710 is tilted by the B image 720 is displayed in the upper region 800 (specifically, the B image 720 that emits light toward the A image 710 and the A image that is tilted by the B image 720) 710) is displayed, and an image imitating the character “defeat” is displayed in the upper area 800 (see FIG. 21C).

  Further, when the A image 710 is displayed in the lower area 850 during a predetermined time (for example, 10 seconds) (that is, the player makes contact with the A area on the touch panel 100 and the finger 600 that has touched the lower area 850 When moving to a position facing the area 850 and then moving away from the touch panel 100), an effect corresponding to the lower area 850 is displayed in the lower area 850.

  For example, an effect image in which the A image 710 is overturned by the B image 720 is displayed in the lower area 850 (specifically, a B image 720 that strikes the A image 710 with a wing and an A image 710 that is overturned by the B image 720) Further, an image imitating the character “defeat” is displayed in the lower area 850 (see FIG. 21D).

  In other words, in the present embodiment, when the effect display according to the loss notice pattern is executed, only when the A image 710 is displayed on the upper area 800 or the lower area 850 by the player's operation on the touch panel 100. An effect that suggests that the game will be lost in the jackpot lottery (an effect in which the A image 710 is defeated by the B image 720) is displayed, and the player is notified of the fact that the player will lose the jackpot lottery.

  In addition, the effect display according to the movement effect pattern is different depending on the touch mode of the touch panel 100 by the player.

  For example, when an effect display corresponding to a movement effect turn is executed, first, an A image 710 that is an image imitating a knight and an image imitating a heel at the approximate center of the display area 21a in the liquid crystal display device 21. The B image 720 is displayed side by side (see FIG. 19). If the player does not make contact with the area A on the touch panel 100 for a predetermined time (for example, 10 seconds), the effect display according to the movement effect pattern is terminated.

  Further, when the A image 710 is displayed in the upper area 800 during a predetermined time (for example, 10 seconds) (that is, the player makes contact with the A area on the touch panel 100 and the finger 600 that has touched the upper area 800 When moving to a position facing the region 800 and then moving away from the touch panel 100), an effect corresponding to the upper region 800 is displayed in the upper region 800.

  For example, an effect image in which the A image 710 and the B image 720 confront each other is displayed in the upper area 800 (specifically, an A image 710 that swings a sword toward the B image 720 and a B image 720 that spreads its wings) (See FIG. 22A).

  Further, when the A image 710 is displayed in the lower area 850 during a predetermined time (for example, 10 seconds) (that is, the player makes contact with the A area on the touch panel 100 and the finger 600 that has touched the lower area 850 When moving to a position facing the area 850 and then moving away from the touch panel 100), an effect corresponding to the lower area 850 is displayed in the lower area 850.

  For example, an effect image in which the A image 710 and the B image 720 look at each other is displayed in the lower area 850 (specifically, an A image 710 holding a sword and a B image 720 looking at the A image 710 are displayed. (See FIG. 22B).

  Here, when a jackpot notice pattern, a loss notice pattern, a movement effect pattern, or the like is executed, the A image 710 is displayed in an area other than the upper area 800 and the lower area 850 by the operation of the touch panel 100 by the player. The effect image according to the display position is displayed.

  When the announcement effect execution determining means determines any one of the jackpot notice pattern, the off-notice notice pattern, the movement effect pattern, and the normal effect pattern, it generates a notice effect execution command indicating the decided effect display pattern. To do. When this notice effect execution command is transmitted to the sub CPU 301, an effect corresponding to the effect display pattern determined by the notice effect execution determining means is executed by the effect display control means described later before the reach mode is displayed. Control is performed.

  When the lottery lottery means performs the lottery display pattern determination means, the variation display pattern and the variable display time of the decorative symbols on the liquid crystal display device (display device) 21 according to the lottery result by the jackpot lottery means. It is a means to determine.

  Specifically, the variable display pattern determining means determines the decorative display variable display pattern and the variable display time in the liquid crystal display device 21 based on the lottery result of the jackpot lottery means and a predetermined random number lottery. Further, the variation display pattern determination means generates and sets a variation display pattern command indicating the determined variation display pattern and variation display time.

  The special symbol variation display pattern determining means is a means for determining the variation display pattern and the variation display time of the special symbol on the special symbol display 24 based on the lottery result of the jackpot lottery means and a predetermined random number lottery.

  When the special symbol is determined by the special symbol determination unit, the special symbol display control unit controls the lamp control circuit 207 to determine the special symbol display unit 24 by the special symbol variation display pattern determination unit. The special symbol determined by the special symbol determining unit is displayed after the special symbol is variably displayed according to the changed display pattern.

  The game state control means controls the jackpot game when the jackpot game is determined by the jackpot lottery means, and when the control of the jackpot game is finished, the game state control means determines the game state determined by the game state determination means. It is a means for performing control.

  Specifically, the game state control means is a jackpot symbol (for example, “0” to “9”) indicating that the jackpot game is determined by the jackpot lottery means and that the special symbol indicator 24 indicates that the jackpot lottery is won. Is stopped and displayed, the game state is shifted to a jackpot game advantageous to the player, and the jackpot game is controlled.

  Here, the control of the jackpot game by the game state control means is continued until the number of executions of the round operation described above reaches a predetermined upper limit round operation number (for example, 15 rounds).

  Further, the gaming state control means is means for controlling the gaming state determined by the gaming state determination means. Specifically, the gaming state control unit controls the gaming state (for example, a high probability state or a non-high probability state) determined by the gaming state determination unit when the control of the jackpot game is finished.

  Programs for realizing the functions of the respective means described above are stored in the main ROM 202, and the main CPU 201 loads these programs from the main ROM 202 and updates and stores the calculation results in the main RAM 203 for execution. The functions of the respective means described above are realized. Of course, each of the above-described means may be configured by dedicated hardware.

  Further, the main CPU 201 as a command transmission means transmits various generated commands (variable display pattern command, notice effect execution command, stop symbol command, etc.) to the sub CPU 301 of the sub control circuit 300, thereby producing effects in the game. Is running.

  In this embodiment, based on the above-described various commands (variable display pattern command, notice effect execution command, stop symbol command, etc.), display effects by the liquid crystal display device 21, etc., and sound output from the speakers 6a, 6b, etc. A sound effect by the means and a light effect by a light emitting means such as a lamp or LED are performed.

  An I / O port (not shown) of the main control circuit 200 is provided on the inner side of the passage gate 13 and detects a game ball passing through the passage gate 13. A start port switch 19a, which is a sensor that is provided in the specific area 18 and detects a game ball that passes through the start port 18 is connected.

  In addition, the I / O port is provided in a passing area in the big winning device 15 and is a sensor that detects a gaming ball that passes through the passing area, and a game ball that has won the general winning device 12 Are connected to a general winning device switch 19Sb which is a sensor for detecting the event and a backup clear switch 74S for erasing various data stored in the main RAM 203.

  Further, the following components are connected to the I / O port. That is, actuators such as a movable member solenoid 71S for driving the variable wings 18a and 18b in the start port 18 and a large winning device solenoid 72S for opening and closing the door 15a of the large winning device 15 are connected.

  When each of the sensors detects a game ball, the detection signal is input to the main CPU 201 of the main control circuit 200, and the main CPU 201 activates the actuators 71S and 72S according to the input detection signal. Drive control.

  Control commands (commands) are transmitted from the command output port 206 of the main control circuit 200 to the sub control circuit 300, the payout control circuit 70a, and the launch control circuit 70b, respectively.

  The sub CPU 301 of the sub control circuit 300 that has received this control command (command) controls the operation of the liquid crystal display device 21, the speakers 6a and 6b, and the decorative lamp 39a, and the payout control circuit that has received this control command (command). The operations of the dispensing device 82 and the launching device 90 are controlled by the 70a and launch control circuit 70b.

  The payout control circuit 70a is connected to a payout device 82 for paying out award balls and rental balls. The payout control circuit 70a drives the payout device 82 in accordance with a payout command signal output from the main control circuit 200 on condition that a game ball has won the general winning device 12, the big winning device 15, the start opening 18, and the like. Control. As a result, a predetermined number of game balls are paid out from the first outlet 55 as prize balls. In addition, the payout control circuit 70a controls the payout device 82 in accordance with the payout command signal output from the card unit 81, thereby paying out a predetermined number of game balls as payables from the first outlet 55. Yes.

  A launch device 90 that launches a game ball toward the game area 2a is connected to the launch control circuit 70b. In addition, the launch control circuit 70 b causes the launch device 90 to launch a game ball by driving and controlling the launch solenoid in accordance with the turning operation of the launch handle 7.

  The lamp control circuit 207 is electrically connected to LEDs such as the special symbol display 24, the normal symbol displays 25a and 25b, the normal symbol passage storage display 23, and the special symbol hold storage display 22. The lamp control circuit 207 performs display control of the LED based on the control of the main CPU 201.

  Next, the configuration of the sub control circuit 300 will be described. The sub control circuit 300 includes a sub CPU 301, a program ROM 302, a work RAM 303, a command input port (not shown), an image control circuit 305, an audio control circuit 306, and a lamp control circuit 307.

  The program ROM 302 stores a control program for the sub CPU 301 to control the sound control circuit 306, a control program (effect data) for the sub CPU 301 to control the lamp control circuit 307, and the like.

  The work RAM 303 serves as a temporary storage unit when the sub CPU 301 performs processing control according to the control program, and includes a reception buffer area (not shown) for storing commands transmitted from the main CPU 201, and processing. A work area (not shown) for storing data necessary for control is allocated.

  The sub CPU 301 performs an image control circuit 305, an audio control circuit 306, a lamp in accordance with commands received from the main control circuit 200 via the command input port, presentation data set according to the touch detection signal input from the touch panel 100, and the like. Control of the control circuit 307 and the like is performed.

  Further, the sub CPU 301 has functions of a decoration symbol determination unit, a display control unit, and an effect display control unit.

  The decorative symbol determining means displays the liquid crystal display according to the determination by the special symbol determining means when the determination by the special symbol determining means is performed (when the big winning lottery is performed by the main CPU (big winning lottery means) 201). It is also means for determining a decorative symbol to be stopped and displayed on the device 21.

  Specifically, the decorative symbol determining means determines a decorative symbol to be stopped and displayed on the liquid crystal display device 21 according to the special symbol indicated by the stop symbol command transmitted from the main CPU 201.

  The display control means is also means for performing control to display the variegated design in a variable manner on the liquid crystal display device (effect display means) 21 in correspondence with the special design.

  Specifically, when the variable display pattern command determined by the variable display pattern determining unit is transmitted from the main CPU 201, the display control unit displays the decorative design on the liquid crystal display device 21 in a variable manner according to the variable display pattern. After that, the decorative symbol determined by the decorative symbol determining means is stopped and displayed.

  For example, when a variable display pattern command is transmitted from the main CPU 201 which is a command transmission unit, the display control unit performs instruction control on the image control circuit 305 to thereby display a decorative pattern corresponding to the variable display pattern command. Display control of other effects, display control of other effect images, and the like. After the decorative symbol variation display, the image control circuit 305 is instructed to stop and display the decorative symbol determined by the decorative symbol determining means. In this case, in the decorative symbol display area 21b of the liquid crystal display device 21, the decorative symbol is changed after the decorative symbol variable display corresponding to the variable display pattern command, that is, the decorative symbol variable display corresponding to the special symbol is performed. The decorative design determined by the means is stopped and displayed. Further, when the reach display mode includes a reach form such as a normal reach change, a super reach change 1, a super reach change 2, etc., the display control means displays the reach form as a liquid crystal display device (effect display). Means) Control to display on 21 is performed. Such a sub CPU 301 uses a liquid crystal display device (reach mode) which is a variation mode in which there is a possibility that a display mode indicating the winning of the big hit lottery is derived and the variation column displayed in a variable manner remains. It is an example of display control means for performing control to display on (effect display means) 21. The sub CPU 301 is an example of a reach state generating unit that performs control for causing the liquid crystal display device (effect display unit) 21 to generate a reach state based on a lottery result by the big hit lottery unit.

  In addition, the liquid crystal display device 21 is an example of a variation display unit in which a variation sequence composed of a plurality of decorative symbols (identification information) performs a plurality of variation displays and a stop display based on the result of the jackpot lottery by the jackpot lottery unit. .

  When the effect display pattern to be executed by the main CPU (notice effect execution determining means) 201 is determined, the effect display control means executes the effect according to the determined effect display pattern before the reach mode is displayed. It is means for performing control.

  Specifically, when the notice effect execution command is transmitted from the main CPU 201, the effect display control means performs instruction control on the image control circuit 305, thereby displaying the effect according to the notice effect execution command. Control and so on.

  For example, the effect display control means performs instruction control on the image control circuit 305 when a notice effect execution command indicating an effect corresponding to the jackpot notice pattern is transmitted from the main CPU 201 as the command transmission means. Before the reach mode is displayed, an effect corresponding to the jackpot notice pattern is displayed.

  Further, the effect display control means performs instruction control on the image control circuit 305 when a notice effect execution command indicating an effect corresponding to the notice notice pattern is transmitted from the main CPU 201 as the command transmitting means. Before the reach mode is displayed, an effect corresponding to the missed notice pattern is displayed.

  Further, the effect display control means performs instruction control to the image control circuit 305 when a notice effect execution command indicating an effect corresponding to the movement effect pattern is transmitted from the main CPU 201 as the command transmission means. Before the reach mode is displayed, an effect corresponding to the movement effect pattern is displayed.

  Further, when the touch by the player is detected by the touch panel 100, the effect display control means generates an effect image (corresponding to the contact position specified by the touch panel 100 among the effect images displayed on the liquid crystal display device 21. Specifically, this is a means for performing control to change the effect image displayed at a position opposite to the contact position specified by the touch panel 100 in accordance with the contact by the player.

  For example, when the player touches the area A of the touch panel 100 with the finger 600 and moves the finger 600 while maintaining the contact state with the touch panel 100 by the player, the display position of the A image 710 is displayed. Is switched to a position facing the finger 600 in the display area 21a. That is, the effect display control means is a means for performing control to change the display position of the effect image corresponding to the contact position specified by the touch panel 100 to a position corresponding to the contact by the player.

  The image control circuit 305 executes display such as variable display of decorative symbols in the display area 21a in response to an instruction from the sub CPU 301 (instruction based on effect data set in a predetermined work area of the work RAM 303). The image data ROM 305b for storing various image data and the corresponding image data are extracted from the image data ROM 305b in accordance with the control from the sub CPU 301, and the decorative pattern change display and effects are performed based on the extracted image data. A VDP (Video Display Processor) 305a that generates data for executing image display and the like, and a D / A conversion circuit (D / A converter) 305d that converts display image data generated by the VDP 305a into an analog signal. It has.

  The image data ROM 305b stores image data for causing the liquid crystal display device 21 to display an image. Each image data includes a plurality of pixel data (data in dot units) necessary to display each image data in the display area 21a.

  Here, a VRAM 305c having two buffer areas is connected to the VDP 305a. The VDP 305a performs the following processing when generating data for executing display in the display area 21a based on an instruction from the sub CPU 301 transmitted every predetermined time (for example, 1/30 second). The VDP 305a reads predetermined image data from the image data ROM 305b, develops it to the VRAM 305c, and reads the decompressed image data from the VRAM 305c. Specifically, the VDP 305a performs expansion processing on one buffer area provided in the VRAM 305c, and reads image data that has already been expanded from the other buffer area. Next, the VDP 305 a switches between a buffer area to be expanded and a buffer area to be read based on an instruction from the sub CPU 301. The VDP 305a displays the read image data on the display area 21a via the D / A conversion circuit 305d.

  In this embodiment, a VRAM is used as a storage device for developing image data. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and other storage devices may be used. For example, an SDRAM that can read and write data at high speed may be used.

  Speakers 6 a and 6 b are connected to the audio control circuit 306. The sound control circuit 306 generates a sound signal based on the control of the sub CPU 301. The speakers 6a and 6b generate sound based on the input sound signal.

  The lamp control circuit 307 is connected with a decoration lamp 39a (the decoration lamp is a general term for lamps and LEDs provided in various places of the gaming machine 1). The lamp control circuit 307 generates a signal based on the control of the sub CPU 301. The decorative lamp 39a performs lighting display or the like based on the input signal.

  Thus, the speakers 6a and 6b, the decoration lamp 39a, and the liquid crystal display device 21 perform effects and operations based on the effect data set by the sub CPU 301 (control program).

  Note that each process in the gaming machine 1 is controlled by the main control circuit 200 and the sub control circuit 300, but the main control circuit 200 processes all or part of the processes controlled by the sub control circuit 300. Alternatively, the sub control circuit 300 may process all or part of the processing controlled by the main control circuit 200.

  [Variation display of decorative design]

  FIG. 16 shows a manner of progress from when the normal reach fluctuation for 30 seconds starts to when it ends.

  For example, as shown in FIG. 16, the decorative symbol change display (for example, FIGS. 17 (a) and 17 (b)) is performed until a predetermined time (for example, 16s) elapses after the normal reach change for 30 seconds is started. ) Etc.). Then, after 16 s has elapsed, a reach mode (see FIG. 18 a) occurs, and when 30 s have elapsed since the start of decorative symbol variation display, the normal reach variation ends (see FIG. 18 b). ).

  Here, when it is determined that the notice effect execution is executed by the notice effect execution determining means, from the start of the decorative symbol change display until the reach mode occurs ((A) shown in FIG. 17). During the period), the effect display according to the effect display pattern determined by the notice effect execution determining means is executed.

  For example, when the jackpot notice pattern is determined by the notice effect execution determining means, the period from the start of the decorative display of the decorative symbol to the generation of the reach mode (period (A) shown in FIG. 16A). ), An effect display according to the jackpot notice pattern is executed.

  Further, when it is determined by the notice effect execution determining means to execute the dismissal notice pattern, the period from the start of the decorative symbol variation display until the reach mode occurs (shown in FIG. 16 (a)). During the period A), an effect display corresponding to the missed notice pattern is executed.

  That is, according to the present embodiment, before the occurrence of the reach mode, the presence / absence of occurrence of a jackpot or reach state is notified by the effect according to the determination by the notification effect execution determining means. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the effect according to the determination by the notice effect execution determining means may be displayed before the decoration pattern stop mode is derived. For example, after the reach mode is generated (period (B) shown in FIG. 16), an effect corresponding to the determination by the notice effect execution determining means may be displayed. Further, the effect according to the determination by the notice effect execution determining means may be displayed when the decorative symbol variation display is not performed.

  [Main control circuit processing]

  Next, a processing procedure by the main control circuit 200 of the gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG.

  FIG. 5A is a flowchart showing a system timer interrupt processing procedure executed so as to interrupt the main process at a predetermined cycle (for example, 2 msec), and FIG. 5B shows the present embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the main processing procedure of the gaming machine 1 according to.

  First, the system timer interrupt process will be described with reference to FIG.

  In step S100, the main CPU 201 saves the information stored in the register.

  In step S110, the main CPU 201 updates values such as a jackpot lottery random number value, a jackpot symbol random number value, a regular lottery random number value.

  In step S120, the main CPU 201 performs switch input detection processing. Hereinafter, the switch input detection process will be specifically described.

  The main CPU 201 detects the detection signals output from the big winning device switch 19Se, the general winning device switch 19Sb, the start port switch 19a, the passing gate switch 19Sa, and the like through the I / O port. Then, the main CPU 201 that detects these detection signals executes the following processes (1) to (3) according to the contents of the detected detection signals.

  (1) When the main CPU 201 detects a detection signal from the big winning device switch 19Se, the main CPU 201 adds “1” to the value of the big winning device winning counter.

  (2) When the main CPU 201 detects a detection signal from the start port switch 19a provided in the start port 18, the main CPU 201 confirms the value of the hold storage counter. When the value of the reserved storage counter is 4 or less, for example, “1” is added to the value of the reserved storage counter, and the random number lottery is used for the big hit lottery random value, the big hit symbol determining random number value, and the notice effect randomness. A numerical value and a random number for reach production are extracted.

  Specifically, the main CPU 201 extracts one random number value from among the random numbers generated in the range of 0 to 299 as a jackpot lottery random value. Moreover, one random number value is extracted as a notice effect random number value among the random numbers generated in the range of 0 to 99. Furthermore, among the random numbers generated in the range of 0 to 99, one random number value is extracted as a reach effect random value. Also, one random number value is extracted as a jackpot symbol random value from random numbers generated in a predetermined range.

  Then, the main CPU 201 stores the jackpot lottery random number value and the jackpot symbol determination random number value as reserved storage in a free area of the reserved storage area (“0” to “4”) of the main RAM 203.

  (3) When the main CPU 201 detects the detection signal output from the pass gate switch 19Sa, it checks the value of the pass memory counter. When the value of the passing memory counter is, for example, 4 or less, “1” is added to the value of the passing memory counter, and a random number for normal lottery is extracted by random lottery, and the random number for random per lot The numerical value is stored as a passing storage in a free area of the passing storage area (“0” to “4”) of the main RAM 203.

  In step S130, the main CPU 201 determines the remaining opening time of the start port 18 in an open state where game balls can be easily won, and the remaining opening time of the door 15a of the big winning device 15 in an open state where game balls can be easily received (remaining rounds). Operating time), etc.

  Further, the main CPU 201 updates the remaining fluctuation display time of the special symbols and decorative symbols that are variably displayed (specifically, the variability display time set in the waiting time timer is updated).

  In step S190, the main CPU 201 restores the information saved in step S100 to the register.

  Next, main processing by the main control circuit 200 will be described with reference to FIG.

  In step S <b> 10, the main CPU 201 restores or initializes various settings in the gaming machine 1 to the setting contents when the power was last turned off.

  In step S20, the main CPU 201 executes a special symbol control process (see FIG. 6) described later for details.

  In step S30, the main CPU 201 executes each process related to the normal symbol. Specifically, the main CPU 201 performs a normal winning lottery based on a random number for normal winning lottery extracted on condition that the game ball has passed through the passing gate 13, and based on the result of the normal winning lottery, The normal symbol blinking display pattern in the normal symbol displays 25a and 25b is selected. Then, after the normal symbol displays 25a and 25b blink and display in accordance with the blinking display pattern, “winning” is displayed on the normal symbol displays 25a and 25 (that is, when the normal winning lottery is won). The main CPU 201 controls the opening of the start port 18, subtracts “1” from the passage memory counter, and stores the data stored in the passage memory areas (“1” to “4”), respectively. Shift to the region (“0” to “3”).

  In step S40, the main CPU 201 outputs game information such as execution of special symbol fluctuation display and occurrence of jackpot to a hall computer installed in the game hall.

  In step S50, the main CPU 201 drives and controls solenoids such as the movable member solenoid 71S and the big prize device solenoid 72S.

  In step S60, the main CPU 201 outputs a stop symbol command indicating a special symbol to be stopped and displayed on the special symbol display 24, a variable display pattern command, a notice effect execution command, a standby state command, other commands, and the like to the sub-control circuit 300. To do.

  In step S70, the main CPU 201 causes the lamp control circuit 207 to display the number of reserved memories stored in the reserved storage area ("1" to "4") of the main RAM 203 on the special symbol reserved memory display 22. Control.

  For example, when two reserved memories are stored in the reserved storage areas (“1” to “4”), two of the four special symbol reserved storage indicators 22 are lit.

  Further, the main CPU 201 controls the lamp control circuit 207 in order to display the number of passage memories stored in the passage storage areas (“1” to “4”) of the main RAM 203 on the normal symbol passage storage display 23. .

  In addition, when the special symbol to be stopped and displayed on the special symbol display 24 or the special symbol variation display pattern is determined in the special symbol memory check process (FIG. 7) described later, the main CPU 201 determines the determined variation. The lamp control circuit 207 is controlled in order to display the special symbol on the special symbol indicator 24 by the display pattern. As a result, the special symbol of the special symbol display 24 is variably displayed based on the variation display pattern determined by the special symbol memory check process, and the special symbol determined by the process is displayed and stopped.

  Further, when the normal symbol blinking display pattern or stop mode is selected in step S30 described later, the main CPU 201 performs lamp control to display the blinking display pattern or stop mode on the normal symbol displays 25a and 25b. The circuit 207 is controlled. As a result, the normal symbols on the normal symbol displays 25a and 25b are blinked on the basis of the blinking display pattern selected in step S30, and then stopped in the stop mode selected in the same step.

  Further, the main CPU 201 outputs a control command for instructing to display an error such as a ball breakage or a full lower pan on a predetermined lamp, and other necessary control commands to the sub-control circuit 300.

  In step S80, the main CPU 201 pays out a predetermined game ball as a winning ball according to the type of winning device that the game ball has won (winned) (general winning device 12, large winning device 15, start opening 18, etc.). A control command such as a payout command signal instructing to issue is output to the payout control circuit 70a.

  In step S90, the main CPU 201 updates a value such as a random number used in the main process.

  The main CPU 201 repeats the processes from step S20 to step S90 described above.

  [Special symbol control processing]

  Next, the special symbol control process in step S20 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 6 is a flowchart showing the procedure of the special symbol control process according to the present embodiment.

  In step S20-1, the main CPU 201 executes a process of loading a control state flag. The control state flag is a flag indicating a game state in the special symbol game. The main CPU 201 determines whether or not to execute each process in step S20-2 to step S20-10 based on this control state flag.

  In step S20-2, the main CPU 201 performs a special symbol storage check process (see FIG. 7) described later for details. Here, mainly, a process of drawing lots whether or not to execute the jackpot game is performed. Then, according to the result of the lottery process, the special symbol stopped and displayed on the special symbol display 24, the variation display pattern of the special symbol, the variation display time, and the like are determined.

  In step S20-3, the main CPU 201 determines that the control state flag is a value (01) indicating special symbol variation display time management and the value of the waiting time timer in which the variation display time is set is “0”. In order to end the variation display of the special symbol, a value (02) indicating special symbol display time management is set in the control state flag, and a waiting time after determination (for example, 1 second) is set in the waiting time timer. When the variable display time is over, the special symbol stop mode determined in step S20-2 is stopped and displayed on the special symbol display 24.

  In step S20-4, the main CPU 201 indicates that the control state flag is a value (02) indicating the special symbol display time management process, and the value of the waiting time timer in which the waiting time after determination is set is “0”. In addition, when the jackpot lottery performed in the jackpot lottery process (details will be described later) in the special symbol check process in step S20-2 is won, the jackpot start interval management is performed to start the control of the jackpot game. A value (03) indicating processing is set in the control state flag, and (00) is set in the high probability flag and the fluctuation shortening flag. Then, the time corresponding to the jackpot start interval (for example, 10 seconds) is set in the waiting time timer, and the special symbol display time management process is ended.

  When the main CPU 201 deviates from the jackpot lottery performed in the jackpot lottery process, the main CPU 201 sets the value (08) indicating the special symbol game end process to the control state flag and ends the special symbol display time management process. To do.

  In step S20-5, the main CPU 201 sets the control state flag to a value (03) indicating the jackpot start interval management, and the value of the waiting time timer in which the time corresponding to the jackpot start interval is set is “0”. Whether or not the condition is satisfied, the step is terminated.

  If the above condition is satisfied, the main CPU 201 adds “1” to the winning device opening number counter in the step and controls the winning device solenoid 72S to open the door 15a of the winning device 15. To do. As a result, the control of the round operation in which the winning device 15 is in an open state in which it is easy to accept the game ball is started, and the game ball can pass through the passing area.

  Next, the main CPU 201 sets a value (04) indicating that the winning device is open to the control state flag, and sets an opening upper limit time (for example, 30 seconds) to the winning device opening time timer.

  In step S20-6, the main CPU 201 confirms whether or not a value (04) indicating that the big winning device is open is set in the control state flag, and a value (04) indicating that the big winning device is open is set. If not, the step ends. On the other hand, when the value (04) indicating that the big winning device is being opened is set, the condition that the value of the big winning device opening time timer that is set to the next upper opening limit time is “0” or large It is confirmed whether any of the conditions that 10 or more game balls have entered the winning device 15 is satisfied. When one of the two conditions is satisfied, the main CPU 201 controls the big winning device solenoid 72S so as to close the door 15a of the big winning device 15. As a result, the special winning device 15 is closed and the round operation is completed.

  In addition, the main CPU 201 sets a value (05) indicating monitoring of the winning ball in the winning device in the control step flag in the step, and sets the remaining winning ball monitoring time (for example, 1 second) in the waiting time timer. set.

  In step S20-7, the main CPU 201 determines that the control state flag is a value (05) indicating monitoring of the winning ball in the winning device and the value of the waiting time timer in which the monitoring time in the winning device is set is “ Check if it is 0 ".

  Then, when any of the above conditions is satisfied, the main CPU 201 checks whether or not the condition that the value of the winning device opening number counter is “15” or more (final round) is satisfied. Note that the big prize device opening number counter counts the number of rounds in the big hit game.

  Further, when the value of the big winning device opening number counter is “15” or more (final round), the main CPU 201 sets a value (07) indicating the big hit end interval in the control state flag, and also wins the big winning device. Set “0” to the number of times of opening counter. Then, the time corresponding to the jackpot end interval is set in the waiting time timer.

  On the other hand, the main CPU 201 sets a value (06) indicating management of waiting time for reopening a big winning device (06) in the control state flag when the value of the big winning device opening number counter is not “15” or more (final round). At the same time, the time corresponding to the interval between rounds is set in the waiting time timer.

  In step S20-8, the main CPU 201 confirms whether or not the value (06) indicating the large winning device reopening waiting time is set in the control state flag, and the value (06) indicating the large winning device reopening waiting time. ) Is not set, the step ends. On the other hand, when the value (06) indicating the waiting time for reopening the big winning device is set, whether or not the value of the waiting time timer in which the time corresponding to the interval between rounds is set next is “0”. To check. When the value of the waiting time timer is “0”, the main CPU 201 adds “1” to the value of the big winning device opening number counter and opens the door 15 a of the big winning device 15. The large winning device solenoid 72S is controlled. As a result, the special winning device 15 is opened and the control of the round operation is started. Then, a value (04) indicating that the big winning device is open is set in the control state flag, and a predetermined time (for example, 30 seconds) is set in the big winning device opening time timer as the upper limit time for opening.

  In step S20-9, the main CPU 201 determines that the control state flag is a value (07) indicating the jackpot end interval process, and the value of the waiting time timer in which the time corresponding to the jackpot end interval is set is “0”. Sets the value (08) indicating the special symbol game end process to the control state flag.

  Further, the main CPU 201 which is the game state control means confirms whether or not the high probability state is determined in step S20-2-5 (FIG. 7). As a result of the confirmation, if a high probability state is determined, a value (01) indicating the high probability state is set in the gaming state flag in order to start control of the high probability state.

  Further, the main CPU 201 sets a value (33) indicating the time reduction state in the fluctuation reduction flag in order to start control of the time reduction state. Thereby, there is a high possibility that the number of winning game balls to the start opening 18 per unit time is relatively increased (the total time during which the variable wings 18a and 18b are opened is relatively large). Transition. Here, the control in the short-time state is continued until the special symbol variation display is performed a predetermined number of times (for example, 100 times) or until the jackpot game is won.

  As described above, the time saving state in the present embodiment is started when the jackpot is won and the jackpot game ends. However, in the present invention, the start condition of the time reduction state is not limited to this. Further, whether or not to start the time-saving state after the end of the jackpot game may be determined by lottery.

  In step S20-10, the main CPU 201 subtracts “1” from the holding storage counter when the control state flag is a value (08) indicating the end of the special symbol game. The main CPU 201 shifts the data stored in the reserved storage areas (“1” to “4”) to the reserved storage areas (“0” to “3”), respectively, and performs a special symbol storage check. The indicated value (00) is set in the control state flag.

  [Special symbol memory check processing]

  Next, the special symbol memory check process in step S20-2 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 7 is a flowchart showing the procedure of the special symbol storage check process according to the present embodiment.

  In step S20-2-1, the main CPU 201 confirms whether or not the control state flag is a value (00) indicating a special symbol storage check, and as a result of the confirmation, the control state flag indicates a special symbol storage check. When the value is (00), the process proceeds to step S20-2-2. On the other hand, when the control state flag is not the value (00) indicating the special symbol storage check, the special symbol storage check process is terminated. .

  In step S20-2-2, the main CPU 201 determines whether or not the value of the reserved storage counter is “0” (that is, the number of reserved memories stored in the reserved storage area (“0” to “4”)). If the value of the hold storage counter is “0” as a result of the check, the process proceeds to step S20-2-3, while the value of the hold storage counter is If is not "0", the process proceeds to step S20-2-4.

  In step S20-2-3, the main CPU 201 generates and sets a standby state command for instructing to display a demonstration effect image. The standby state command is generated when the gaming state is the standby state (the state where the special symbol display unit 24 does not perform the special symbol variation display operation, the jackpot game is not performed, and there is no reserved memory). The

  In step S20-2-4, the main CPU 201 sets a value (01) indicating special symbol variation display time management in the control state flag.

  In step S20-2-5, the main CPU 201, which is a jackpot lottery means, stores the jackpot lottery random value included in the hold storage stored in the hold storage area ("0") and the jackpot lottery table (FIG. 13). A jackpot lottery is performed based on whether or not a jackpot game advantageous to the player is executed.

  For example, when the main CPU 201 is in a non-high probability state (when the gaming state flag is set to a value (00) indicating a non-high probability state), the main CPU 201 determines that the big winning lottery random number value is 7 To do. Further, the main CPU 201 determines that the jackpot is 3, 5, 7, 11, 13 in the case of a high probability state (when the value (01) indicating the high probability state is set in the gaming state flag). To do. As described above, in the present embodiment, in the high probability state, compared to the non-high probability state, a large number of random numbers that are jackpots are set, and it is easy to win the jackpot (that is, advantageous to the player). It has become.

  In step S20-2-6, the main CPU 201 confirms whether or not the result of the jackpot lottery performed in step S20-2-5 is that the gaming state is a jackpot game. Then, when the result of the jackpot lottery indicates that the gaming state is the jackpot game (when the jackpot is won), the main CPU 201 proceeds to the process of step S20-2-8. On the other hand, when the jackpot lottery result does not indicate that the gaming state is the jackpot game (when the jackpot is not won), the process proceeds to step S20-2-7.

  In step S20-2-7, the main CPU 201, which is a special symbol determination means, performs a special stop display on the special symbol display 24 based on the jackpot lottery result in step S20-2-5 and the jackpot lottery table shown in FIG. Determine the design. Specifically, the main CPU 201 determines the symbol symbol “-” as a special symbol to be stopped and displayed on the special symbol display 24, and then generates and sets a stop symbol command indicating the special symbol “-”. . When the process in this step is completed, the process proceeds to step S20-2-9.

  In step S20-2-8, the main CPU 201, which is the gaming state determination means and the special symbol determination means, is included in the holding storage stored in the holding storage area (“0”), the jackpot lottery result of step S20-2-5. Based on the jackpot symbol random number value and the table of FIG. 13, the game state after the jackpot game is ended and the special symbol to be stopped and displayed on the special symbol display 24 are determined.

  For example, when the jackpot symbol random number value is “1”, the main CPU 201 determines a high probability state as the gaming state after the jackpot game is ended, and sets the number symbol “1” to the special symbol indicator 24. It is determined as a special symbol to be stopped and displayed. Further, when the jackpot symbol random number is “2”, the main CPU 201 determines a non-high probability state as the gaming state after the jackpot game ends, and displays the numeric symbol “2” on the special symbol indicator 24. Is determined as a special symbol to be stopped and displayed.

  Here, the game state determination means determines the game state after the end of the jackpot game to a high probability state with a probability of 50%. However, in the present invention, the probability that the gaming state determination means determines the high probability state is not limited to this. Further, the probability that the gaming state determination means determines the high probability state is made different depending on the gaming state (specifically, the probability that the gaming state determination means determines the high probability state is set in the gaming state flag as a high probability state. Or a value (01) indicating a non-high probability state may be set differently).

  Next, the main CPU 201 generates and sets a stop symbol command indicating the determined special symbol. When the process in this step is completed, the process proceeds to step S20-2-9.

  In step S20-2-9, the main CPU 201, which is a notice effect execution determination unit, performs a process of determining an effect display pattern to be executed.

  Specifically, the main CPU 201 determines the random number values (random number for jackpot lottery, random number for reach effect, random number value for notice effect) included in the hold storage stored in the hold storage area (“0”), and the jackpot notice. An effect display pattern to be executed is determined based on the effect execution determination table (FIG. 14).

  For example, the main CPU 201 serving as the notice effect execution determining means, when the extracted jackpot lottery random value is a random value for winning the jackpot lottery (specifically, in the non-high probability state, the jackpot lottery randomness) When the numerical value is 7, on the other hand, in the high probability state, when the random number value for jackpot lottery is any one of 3, 5, 7, 11, and 13), the notice effect random number value is 0 to 29 If it is within the range, it is determined that the effect display according to the jackpot notice pattern is executed, and if the notice effect random number is in the range of 30 to 59, it is determined that the effect display according to the off-notice notice pattern is executed, If the notice effect random number is in the range of 60 to 89, it is determined that the effect display corresponding to the movement effect pattern is executed. If the notice effect random number is in the range of 90 to 99, the effect according to the normal effect pattern is determined. Display To determine the effect that line.

  In addition, the extracted jackpot lottery random number value is a random number value that deviates from the jackpot lottery (specifically, in the non-high probability state, if the jackpot lottery random number value is other than 7, the high probability state Sometimes, when the jackpot lottery random value is other than 3, 5, 7, 11, 13 and the reach effect random value is in the range of 0 to 79 (when reach variation is not performed) ) Determines that the effect display according to the jackpot notice pattern is executed if the notice effect random number value is in the range of 0 to 9, and if the notice effect random number value is in the range of 10 to 79, the off notice notice pattern is determined. The effect display corresponding to the movement effect pattern is determined to be executed if the notice effect random number is in the range of 80 to 89, and the notice effect random value is 90 to 99. In the range To determine the effect that perform the effect display in accordance with the normal effect pattern.

  Further, when the extracted jackpot lottery random value is a random number value that is out of the jackpot lottery and the reach effect random number value is in the range of 80 to 99 (when reach variation is executed), If the notice effect random number value is in the range of 0 to 19, it is determined that the effect display according to the jackpot notice pattern is executed. If the notice effect random number value is in the range of 20 to 69, the effect according to the off-notice notice pattern is determined. It is determined that display is to be executed, and if the notice effect random number is in the range of 70 to 89, it is determined that effect display according to the movement effect pattern is to be executed, and the notice effect random number is in the range of 90 to 99. For example, it is determined that the effect display according to the normal effect pattern is executed.

  Thus, in this step, when the extracted jackpot lottery random value is a random value for winning the jackpot lottery, execution of the effect display according to the jackpot notice pattern is determined with a probability of 30%. Further, when the extracted jackpot lottery random number value is a random number value that deviates from the jackpot lottery, there is a 10% probability if reach variation is not executed, and a 20% probability if reach variation is executed. Thus, the execution of the effect display according to the jackpot notice pattern is determined.

  In other words, in the present embodiment, the probability that an effect corresponding to the jackpot notice pattern occurs when the jackpot is won or the reach variation is executed is improved. According to this, by performing the presentation according to the jackpot notice pattern, it is possible to notice the winning of the jackpot and the occurrence of the reach state, and it is possible to increase the player's expectation.

  Next, the main CPU 201 generates and sets a notice effect execution command indicating that the determined effect display is executed. For example, when the main CPU 201 determines to execute an effect according to the jackpot notice pattern, the main CPU 201 generates and sets a notice effect execution command indicating the effect, and executes the effect according to the movement effect pattern. Is determined, a notice effect execution command indicating the effect is generated and set. When the process in this step is completed, the process proceeds to step S20-2-10.

  In step S20-2-10, the main CPU 201, which is the special symbol variation display pattern determination unit and the variation display pattern determination unit, performs a process of determining the variation display pattern and variation display time of the special symbol and the decorative symbol.

  First, the main CPU 201 extracts one random number value from random numbers generated from 0 to 99 by a random number generator. Next, the main CPU 201 determines the variable display pattern and the variable display time of the special symbol and the decorative symbol based on the extracted random number value and the variable display pattern determination table (FIG. 15).

  For example, the main CPU 201 which is the special symbol variation display pattern determination unit and the variation display pattern determination unit is out of the result of the jackpot lottery performed in step S20-2-5, and the extracted random number value is 0. If it is included in the range of 70, a special symbol variation display pattern corresponding to the condition is determined, and a “normal variation (out)” is determined as a decoration symbol variation display pattern (at this time, The variable display time is determined to be 12 (s)).

  Further, when the result of the big hit lottery is out of the range and the extracted random number value is included in the range of 80 to 89, the main CPU 201 determines a special symbol variation display pattern according to the condition. At the same time, “normal reach fluctuation (displacement)” is determined as the variation display pattern of the decorative design (at this time, the variation display time is determined to be 30 (s)).

  Further, when the result of the big hit lottery is out of the range and the extracted random number value is included in the range of 90 to 94, the main CPU 201 determines a special symbol variation display pattern according to the condition. At the same time, “super reach variation 1 (displacement)” is determined as the variation display pattern of the decorative symbol (at this time, the variation display time is determined to be 45 (s)).

  Further, when the result of the big hit lottery is out of the range and the extracted random number value is included in the range of 95 to 99, the main CPU 201 determines a special symbol variation display pattern according to the condition. At the same time, “super reach fluctuation 2 (displacement)” is determined as the decorative display variable display pattern (at this time, the variable display time is determined to be 55 (s)).

  Also, the main CPU 201 determines a special symbol variation display pattern according to the condition when the result of the big win lottery is a win and the extracted random number value is included in the range of 0 to 20. At the same time, “normal reach fluctuation (winning)” is determined as the decorative display variation display pattern (at this time, the variation display time is determined to be 30 (s)).

  Further, the main CPU 201 determines the variation display pattern of the special symbol according to the condition when the result of the big hit lottery is a win and the extracted random number value is included in the range of 21 to 50. At the same time, “super reach fluctuation 1 (per hit)” is determined as the decorative display variable display pattern (at this time, the variable display time is determined to be 45 (s)).

  Further, when the result of the big hit lottery is a win and the extracted random number value is included in the range of 51 to 99, the main CPU 201 determines a special symbol variation display pattern according to the condition. At the same time, “super reach variation 2 (win)” is determined as the decorative symbol variation display pattern (at this time, the variation display time is determined to be 55 (s)).

  Then, a variation display pattern command indicating the variation display pattern and variation display time of the determined decorative design is generated and set.

  In step S20-2-11, the main CPU 201 sets the variable display time determined in the process of step S20-2-10 in the waiting time timer.

  The special symbol variation display on the special symbol display 24 is performed according to the special symbol variation display pattern determined in step S20-2-10 during the variation display time set in step S20-2-11. Is called. When the variable display time is over, the special symbol displayed in a variable manner stops with the special symbol determined in step S20-2-7 or step S20-2-8 being displayed.

  Further, the decorative symbol variation display is performed based on the variation dynamic display pattern command generated in step S20-2-10 during the variation display time set in step S20-2-11. When the variable display time is over, the decorative symbol to be variable displayed is determined by the sub CPU (decorative symbol determining means) 301 based on the stop symbol command generated in step S20-2-7 or step S20-2-8. It stops in the state where the decorated design is displayed.

  In step S20-2-12, the main CPU 201 erases the random number value and the like used for the special symbol storage check process this time from a predetermined storage area.

  [Sub-control circuit processing]

  Next, the main process by the sub-control circuit 300 and the command reception interrupt process executed so as to interrupt the main process when receiving a command from the main control circuit 200 will be described. FIG. 8 is a flowchart showing a processing procedure of command reception interrupt processing according to the embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 9 shows a processing procedure of main processing by the sub-control circuit of the gaming machine according to the embodiment of the present invention. It is a flowchart.

  First, the command reception interrupt process will be described with reference to FIG. This command reception interrupt process is generated every time the sub control circuit 300 receives a command from the main control circuit 200.

  In step S201, the sub CPU 301 saves the information stored in the register in order to interrupt the currently executing process (main process described later).

  In step S <b> 202, the sub CPU 301 receives a command (for example, a change display pattern command, a notice effect execution command, a stop symbol command, a standby state command, etc.) received from the main CPU 201 via the command input port 304. Store in the buffer area.

  In step S203, the sub CPU 301 restores the information saved in step S201 to the register. As a result, the suspended process can be resumed.

  Next, the main processing of the sub control circuit 300 of this embodiment will be described with reference to FIG.

  In step S210, the sub CPU 301 executes an initialization process for initializing various settings.

  In step S220, the sub CPU 301 executes a command analysis process (see FIG. 10) described later for details. In this step, processing for reading out a command stored in the reception buffer is mainly performed.

  In step S230, the sub CPU 301 confirms the effect data set in a command analysis process (FIG. 10) described later, and executes an image display control process based on the set effect data.

  In addition, when the effect data corresponding to the variable display pattern command is set in step S220-4 (FIG. 10), the sub CPU 301 as the display control means displays the decorative design according to the mode included in the set effect data. The data for instructing the VDP 305a is changed over time so as to display the fluctuation. By executing the above instruction transmitted by VDP 305a every predetermined time, in the decorative symbol display area 21b of the liquid crystal display device 21, during the variable display time determined in step S20-2-10 (FIG. 7), The decorative symbols are displayed in a variable manner according to the set effect data.

  For example, in the command analysis process (FIG. 10), when the effect data corresponding to the variation display pattern command indicating the super reach variation 1 (out of) is set, the sub CPU 301 performs the super reach for 45 (s). Decorative display variation display corresponding to variation 1 is executed.

  After the change display is completed, the decorative symbols determined in step S220-4 described later are stopped and displayed.

  Further, the sub CPU 301 as the effect display control means, when the effect data for executing the effect display according to the jackpot notice pattern is set in step S220-6 (FIG. 10) of the command analysis process described later. The data for instructing the VDP 305a is changed with time so that the effect display according to the aspect included in the effect data is performed. By executing the above instruction transmitted by the VDP 305a every predetermined time, the execution time of the notice effect set in step S220-7 (FIG. 10) to be described later is displayed in the decorative symbol display area 21b of the liquid crystal display device 21. In the meantime, effect display according to the set effect data is performed.

  In step S240, the sub CPU 301 executes voice control processing.

  Specifically, in the sound control process, the sub CPU 301 confirms whether or not the effect data related to the sound is included in the effect data set in step S220. As a result of the confirmation, if the production data related to the voice is included, the production data (hereinafter referred to as “voice production data”) is sent to the voice control circuit 306. The voice control circuit 306 causes the speakers 8a and 8b to output, for example, a sound signal for notifying the player of a predetermined gaming state based on the voice effect data.

  In step S250, the sub CPU 301 executes lamp control processing.

  Specifically, in the lamp control process, the sub CPU 301 confirms whether or not the effect data related to the lamp and the LED is included in the effect data set in step S220. As a result of the confirmation, if the effect data related to the lamp or LED is included, the effect data (hereinafter referred to as “lamp effect data”) is sent to the lamp control circuit 307. Based on the lamp effect data, the lamp control circuit 307 causes the decorative lamp 39a to turn on / off according to a predetermined lighting / extinguishing pattern, for example.

  In this main process, the processes from step S220 to step S250 described above are repeated.

  [Command analysis processing]

  Next, the command analysis processing in step S220 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 10 is a flowchart showing a processing procedure of command analysis processing according to the present embodiment.

  In step S220-1, the sub CPU 301 determines whether or not a command is stored in the reception buffer. If it is determined that the command is stored in the reception buffer, the process proceeds to step S220-2. On the other hand, if no command is stored in the reception buffer, the command analysis processing is terminated.

  In step S220-2, the sub CPU 301 reads a command from the reception buffer.

  In step S220-3, the sub CPU 301 determines whether or not the read command is a variable display pattern command. If the result of this determination is that it is a variable display pattern command, processing proceeds to step S220-4. On the other hand, if it is not a variable display pattern command (if it is another command), the process proceeds to step S220-5.

  In step S220-4, the sub CPU 301 sets effect data corresponding to the read variation display pattern command in the work area of the work RAM 303. In the same step, the sub CPU 301 determines the decoration pattern stop mode in accordance with the stop symbol command transmitted from the main CPU 201, and sets the effect data corresponding to the stop mode in the work area of the work RAM 303. Thus, after the decorative display corresponding to the variable display pattern command is displayed in the display control process (FIG. 9), the stop mode determined in this step is stopped and displayed.

  In step S220-5, the sub CPU 301 determines whether or not the read command is a notice effect execution command. If the result of this determination is a notice effect execution command, the process proceeds to step S220-6. On the other hand, if it is not a notice effect execution command (if it is another command), the process proceeds to step S220-8.

  In step S220-6, the sub CPU 301, which is the effect display control means, determines the effect display to be executed based on the effect display pattern indicated by the notice effect execution command.

  For example, when the notice effect execution command indicates a jackpot notice pattern, the sub CPU 301 determines that an effect display corresponding to the jackpot notice pattern is executed, and the notice effect execution command indicates a miss notice pattern. In this case, it is determined that the effect display according to the off-line notice pattern is executed. Further, when the notice effect execution command indicates a movement effect pattern, it is determined that an effect display corresponding to the movement effect pattern is executed.

  When the sub CPU 301 determines to execute the effect display according to the jackpot notice pattern, the sub CPU 301 sets the effect data for executing the effect display according to the jackpot notice pattern in the work area of the work RAM 303. When it is determined that the effect display corresponding to the loss notice pattern is to be executed, the effect data for executing the effect corresponding to the loss notice pattern is set in the work area of the work RAM 303. When it is determined that the effect display according to the movement effect pattern is to be executed, effect data for executing the effect according to the movement effect pattern is set in the work area of the work RAM 303. In addition, when it is determined to execute the effect display according to the normal effect pattern, effect data for executing the effect according to the normal effect pattern is set in the work area of the work RAM 303.

  Here, for example, when effect data for executing an effect corresponding to the jackpot notice pattern is set, the display control process (FIG. 9) responds to the jackpot notice pattern before the reach mode is displayed. Therefore, the player who has displayed the A image 710 in the upper area 800 or the lower area 850 by operating the touch panel 100 can recognize that there is a possibility of a big hit.

  In addition, when the effect data for executing the effect corresponding to the loss notice pattern is set, the display control process (FIG. 9) performs the effect corresponding to the difference notice pattern before the reach mode is displayed. Since it is executed, the player who has displayed the A image 710 in the upper area 800 or the lower area 850 by operating the touch panel 100 can recognize that there is a high possibility that the player will lose the big hit lottery.

  Further, according to the present embodiment, when a touch by a player is detected by the touch panel 100, the main CPU (big hit) is determined according to the contact by the player and the touch position specified by the touch panel 100. The effect image for notifying the result of the jackpot lottery by the lottery means) 201 and the reach state generated by the control of the sub CPU (reach state generating means) 301 is displayed.

  That is, according to the present invention, the player can estimate the result of the big hit lottery, the presence / absence of the reach state, or the like based on the effect image changed according to the operation of the touch panel 100. After this process is completed, the process proceeds to step S220-7.

  In step S220-7, the sub CPU 301 sets a notice effect execution time (for example, 10 seconds) in a notice effect execution time timer. The effect display based on the effect display pattern indicated by the notice effect execution command is continued until the time set in the notice effect execution time timer elapses. After this process is completed, the process proceeds to step S220-8.

  In step S <b> 220-8, the sub CPU 301 sets a touch panel operable flag in a predetermined area of the work RAM 303 in order to change the effect image according to the touch of the touch panel 100. However, if it is determined in step S220-6 that the effect display according to the normal effect pattern is to be executed, this step is skipped. After this process is finished, this subroutine is finished.

  In step S220-9, the sub CPU 301 executes predetermined processing based on the read command. For example, effect data corresponding to the read command (for example, a standby state command) is set in the work area of the work RAM 303.

  [System timer interrupt processing]

  Even if the sub CPU 301 is executing the main process, the sub CPU 301 may interrupt the main process and execute the system timer interrupt process. The sub CPU 301 generates a clock pulse every predetermined period (for example, 2 milliseconds), and executes the following system timer interrupt process in response to this. The system timer interrupt process will be described with reference to FIG.

  In step S310, a process for saving each register is performed. In this process, the sub CPU 301 performs a process of saving values used in the program being executed stored in each register (storage area) of the work RAM 303. If this process ends, the process moves to step S320.

  In step S320, timer update processing is performed. In this process, the sub CPU 301 executes a process of updating the remaining variation display time of the decorative symbol, the execution time of the notice effect set in the notice effect execution time timer, and the like. Here, when the execution time of the notice effect is finished, the effect according to the effect display pattern indicated by the notice effect execution command is finished. In addition, when the execution time of the notice effect ends, the sub CPU 301 determines that the touch panel operable flag or the A image is set when a touch panel operable flag or an A image moving flag is set in a predetermined area of the work RAM 303. Clear the moving flag. If this process ends, the process moves to step S330.

  In step S330, touch panel contact detection processing is performed. The touch panel contact detection process will be described later. If this process ends, the process moves to step S340.

  In step S340, processing for restoring each register is performed. In this processing, the sub CPU 301 performs processing for restoring the value saved in step S310 to each register. When this process is finished, this subroutine is finished.

  [Touch panel contact detection processing]

  The touch panel contact detection process in step S330 of FIG. 11 will be described using FIG.

  In step S330-1, the sub CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not a touch panel operable flag is set in a predetermined area of the work RAM 303. If it is determined that the touch panel operable flag is set, the process proceeds to step S330-2. If it is not determined that the touch panel operable flag is set, this subroutine is terminated. Here, the touch panel operable flag is a flag that is set in a predetermined area of the work RAM 303 when the effect image can be changed according to the touch on the touch panel 100.

  In step S330-2, the sub CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the A image moving flag is set in a predetermined area of the work RAM 303. If the A image moving flag is set, it is determined that the touch panel 100 is being touched, and the process proceeds to step S330-6. If the A image moving flag is not set, this subroutine is terminated. Here, the A image moving flag is a flag set in a predetermined area of the work RAM 303 when the A area of the touch panel 100 is touched by a player's finger. The A image movement flag is cleared when the touch state between the touch panel 100 and the player's finger ends.

  In step S330-3, the sub CPU 301 performs processing for determining whether or not a detection signal from the touch panel 100 is received. When it is determined that the detection signal has been received (that is, when the touch panel 100 is touched by the player), the process proceeds to step S330-4 in order to confirm the contact position on the touch panel 100. If it is not determined that the detection signal has been received, this subroutine is terminated.

  In step S330-4, the sub CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the contact position indicated by the detection signal from the touch panel 100 is the A area (position facing the displayed A image 710). When it is the A area (that is, when the A area is touched by the player), the process proceeds to step S330-5. If it is not in area A, this subroutine is terminated.

  In step S330-5, the sub CPU 301 sets an A image moving flag in the work area of the work RAM 303 to indicate that the A area has been touched by the player.

  In step S330-6, the sub CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the reception of the detection signal from the touch panel 100 is continued. When it is determined that reception of the detection signal is continued (that is, when the touch state between the touch panel 100 and the player's finger is continued), the A image 710 is changed according to the contact position on the touch panel 100. Therefore, the process proceeds to step S330-7. If it is determined that reception of the detection signal is not continued, the process proceeds to step S330-8.

  In step S330-7, the sub CPU 301, which is an effect display control means, produces effect data for switching the display position of the A image 710 to a position facing the contact position indicated by the detection signal transmitted from the touch panel 100. Set to area.

  Here, for example, when the effect data for switching the display position of the A image 710 to the position facing the contact position indicated by the detection signal transmitted from the touch panel 100 is set, the display control process (FIG. 9) is performed. Thus, control for switching the display position of the A image 710 to a position facing the contact position indicated by the detection signal transmitted from the touch panel 100 is performed.

  According to this, when the player touches the area A of the touch panel 100 with the finger 600 and moves the finger 600 while maintaining the contact state with the touch panel 100 (see FIGS. 20 and 23), A The display position of the image 710 is switched to a position facing the finger 600 in the display area 21a.

  According to this, since the player can change the display position of the effect image to an arbitrary position by touching the touch panel, the aspect of change of the effect image by the player's operation on the touch panel 100 Can be further diversified.

  In step S330-8, the sub CPU 301 clears the touch panel operable flag and the A image moving flag from the work area of the work RAM 303.

  In step S330-9, the sub CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the display position of the A image 710 at present is within the upper region 800. If the current display position of the A image 710 is within the upper region 800, the process proceeds to step S330-12 to display an effect corresponding to the upper region 800. If the current display position of the A image 710 is not within the upper region 800, the process proceeds to step S330-10.

  In step S330-10, the sub CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the display position of the A image 710 at present is within the lower area 850. If the current display position of the A image 710 is within the lower area 850, the process proceeds to step S330-11 to display an effect corresponding to the lower area 850. If the current display position of the A image 710 is not within the lower region 850, the process proceeds to step S330-13.

  In step S <b> 330-11, the sub CPU 301, which is an effect display control unit, displays an effect display pattern executed according to the notice effect execution command transmitted from the main CPU 201 and an effect corresponding to the lower area 850 in the lower area 850. The effect data to be displayed is set in the work area of the work RAM 303.

  Here, for example, when the effect display pattern executed in response to the notice effect execution command transmitted from the main CPU 201 is a jackpot effect pattern, in the display control process (FIG. 9), in the lower area 850, An effect image in which the B image 720 is defeated by the A image 710 is displayed (specifically, an A image 710 that strikes the B image 720 with a sword and a B image 720 that is defeated by the A image 710). Further, an image simulating the character “Victory” is displayed in the lower area 850 (see FIG. 21B).

  In step S330-12, the sub CPU 301, which is an effect display control means, displays an effect display pattern executed in response to the notice effect execution command transmitted from the main CPU 201 and an effect corresponding to the upper area 800 in the upper area 800. The effect data to be displayed is set in the work area of the work RAM 303.

  Here, for example, when the effect display pattern executed in response to the notice effect execution command transmitted from the main CPU 201 is a jackpot effect pattern, in the upper region 800 in the display control process (FIG. 9). An effect image in which the B image 720 is defeated by the A image 710 is displayed (specifically, an A image 710 that raises a sword and emits light toward the B image 720, and a B image 720 that is defeated by the A image 710) In addition, an image imitating the character “Victory” is displayed in the upper area 800 (see FIG. 21A).

  In step S330-13, the sub CPU 301, which is an effect display control means, displays an effect display pattern executed according to the notice effect execution command transmitted from the main CPU 201 and an effect corresponding to the display position of the A image 710. Effect data is set in the work area of the work RAM 303.

  Thereby, in the display control process (FIG. 9), the effect display pattern executed according to the notice effect execution command transmitted from the main CPU 201 and the effect image corresponding to the display position of the A image 710 are displayed.

  Thus, according to the present embodiment, the effect image (for example, the A image 710) whose display position has changed in accordance with the player's operation on the touch panel has a different aspect depending on the changed display position. It becomes like this.

  In this case, since the player can change the aspect of the effect image by changing the display position of the effect image, the player can change the aspect of the effect image by operating the touch panel 100 of the player. Can be diversified.

  Although the embodiment of the present invention has been described above, this is merely a specific example of the present invention, and does not specifically limit the present invention.

  For example, in the present embodiment, when the jackpot lottery by the jackpot lottery means is won, either the high probability state or the non-high probability state is determined by the gaming state determination means as the gaming state after the jackpot game ends. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and when the jackpot is won, the high probability state may always be determined by the gaming state determination means.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the execution time of the production according to the jackpot notice pattern, the off-line notice pattern, the movement effect pattern, the normal effect pattern, etc. is 10 seconds, but the execution time of these effects is limited to 10 seconds. It may be another time.

  Furthermore, the effect control means of the present embodiment provides an effect image according to the touch of the player's touch panel 100 when an effect according to the jackpot notice pattern, the off notice notice pattern, the movement effect pattern, the normal effect pattern, or the like is performed. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the production control means is a case where the production according to the jackpot notice pattern, the off notice pattern, the movement effect pattern, the normal effect pattern, etc. is not performed. Even if it exists, control which changes an effect image according to a player's touch of touch panel 100 may be performed.

  Further, the sub CPU (effect display control means) 301 of the present embodiment performs control to change the display position of the effect image displayed at the position facing the contact position specified by the touch panel 100 in the direction in which the finger is moved. Although it was supposed to be performed, the present invention is not limited to this, and control for changing the display position of the effect image displayed at a position other than the position facing the specified contact position may be performed. Control for changing in a direction other than the direction in which the finger is moved may be performed. Further, in the present embodiment, an example is shown in which the sub CPU (production display control means) 301 performs control to change the A image 710 in response to the touch of the touch panel 100 by the player. The effect display control means may be able to perform control to change an image other than the A image 710 (for example, the B image 720) according to the touch of the touch panel 100 by the player.

  In addition, among the A image 710 and the B image 720, an effect image that changes according to the touch of the touch panel 100 by the player can be made different according to the touch position of the touch panel 100 (for example, the touch panel 100). Of the finger of the player who touched the touch panel 100 when the A area is touched, and the A image 710 touches the position facing the B image 720 of the touch panel 100. In this case, since the player can select the effect image to be changed, the player's willingness to operate the touch panel 100 is further increased. It becomes possible to raise.

  Furthermore, in the present embodiment, the A image 710 is composed of an image that imitates a knight, and the B image 720 is composed of a pattern that imitates a heel, but is not limited thereto, and the A image 710 and the B image 720 May be composed of other images.

  Furthermore, aspects such as the jackpot notice pattern, the off notice notice pattern, the movement effect pattern, and the normal effect pattern are not limited to the examples described in the present embodiment, and may be other forms. Further, the effect display control means may be able to perform effect display other than the jackpot notice pattern, the off notice notice pattern, the movement effect pattern, and the normal effect pattern.

  Further, the shape of touch panel 100 is not limited to the example described in the present embodiment, and may be another shape.

  Furthermore, the notice effect execution determining means in the present embodiment is adapted to determine the effect display pattern to be executed when the game ball has passed through the inside of the start port 18, but is not limited to this. The above determination may be made when there is another change in the game.

  For example, the notice effect execution determination means may determine an effect display pattern to be executed when the gaming state shifts to a high probability state or a non-high probability state. An effect display pattern to be executed may be determined when the time shift state is entered.

  According to this, it is possible to diversify the aspect of the effect display control executed by the effect display control means.

  Further, the notice effect execution determining means in the present embodiment is one of the jackpot notice pattern, the dismissal notice pattern, the movement effect pattern, and the normal effect pattern triggered by the fact that the game ball has passed through the inside of the start opening 18. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and it may be possible to determine that the effect display is not executed.

  When it is determined by the notice effect execution determining means that the effect display is not executed, the display of the effect image or the like by the effect display control means is not executed even when the decorative symbol variation display is started.

  In the present invention, when the effect image can be changed according to the touch of the touch panel 100 (when the touch panel operable flag is set in a predetermined area of the work RAM 303), the fact is notified. An effect to be performed may be performed. The notification may be made, for example, by displaying a predetermined image on the liquid crystal display device 21, or by outputting predetermined sound from the speakers 6 a, 6 b, or to the gaming machine 1. The decoration lamp 39a and the like provided may emit light in a predetermined manner.

  As described above, according to the present embodiment, when the touch by the player is detected by the touch panel 100, the touch panel 100 among the effect images displayed on the liquid crystal display device (effect display means) 21. An effect image corresponding to the specified contact position (specifically, an effect image displayed at a position opposite to the contact position specified by the touch panel 100) changes according to the contact by the player.

  According to this, the player can change the effect image corresponding to the contact position by touching the touch panel 100. In this case, the player can be given an actual feeling that the presentation has been changed by his own operation, and the operation of the touch panel 100 can be interesting. Can be increased.

  Furthermore, according to the present invention, the effect image that changes by changing the contact position of the touch panel 100 can be changed, so that the player can select the effect image to be changed. It is possible to further increase the willingness to operate.

  Further, according to the present embodiment in which the display area 21a in the liquid crystal display device (effect display means) 21 is provided on the back side of the game board 2 having a member having translucency, the player can play the game board 2 It is possible to visually recognize the effect image displayed in the display area 21a through the translucent part.

  According to this, the player can view the game ball rolling on the game area 2a in the game board 2 and the effect image displayed on the display area 21a at the same time. The burden can be reduced.

  Further, among the effect images displayed on the liquid crystal display device (effect display means) 21, the effect image displayed at a position opposite to the contact position specified by the touch panel 100 changes according to the contact by the player. According to the embodiment, the player can change the effect image by touching a portion of the touch panel 100 facing the effect image to be changed.

  According to this, since the operation of changing the effect image on the touch panel 100 is facilitated, the player's willingness to operate the touch panel 100 can be increased, and the operation frequency of the touch panel 100 can be increased.

  Moreover, according to this Embodiment, the display position of the production image corresponding to the contact position specified by the touch panel 100 changes to the position according to the contact by the player.

  According to this, since the player can change the display position of the effect image to an arbitrary position by touching the touch panel 100, the change of the effect image due to the operation of the player's touch panel 100 is prevented. Aspects can be further diversified. Therefore, the operation of the touch panel 100 can be interesting, and the player's willingness to operate the touch panel 100 can be further enhanced.

  Further, when the display position of the effect image is changed, the sub CPU (effect display control means) 301 of the present embodiment performs control to display the effect image in a mode corresponding to the changed display position. Is going.

  According to this, the effect image in which the display position has changed in accordance with the player's operation on the touch panel 100 has a different aspect in accordance with the changed display position.

  In this case, since the player can change the aspect of the effect image by changing the display position of the effect image, the player can change the aspect of the effect image by operating the touch panel 100 of the player. Can be diversified. Therefore, the operation of the touch panel 100 can be interesting, and the player's willingness to operate the touch panel 100 can be further enhanced.

  Further, according to the present embodiment, when a touch by the player is detected by the touch panel 100, the main CPU (big hit lottery means) is selected according to the contact by the player and the touch position specified by the touch panel 100. The effect image for notifying the result of the jackpot lottery by 201 and the reach state generated by the control of the sub CPU (reach state generating means) 301 is displayed.

  That is, according to the present invention, the player can estimate the result of the big hit lottery, the presence / absence of the reach state, or the like based on the effect image changed according to the operation of the touch panel 100.

  In this case, the player's willingness to operate the touch panel 100 can be further increased.

  In the above description, the case where the present invention is applied to a gaming machine in which the main body of the pachinko gaming machine is attached to the gaming machine is described, but the present invention is not limited to this, and a pachislot gaming machine (slot Machine), sparrow ball, smart ball, or various game machines installed in a game center.

1 Pachinko machine (game machine)
2 Game board 3a Main body frame 3aa Opening 3b Outer frame 4 Upper plate 4a Upper plate 5 Lower plate 5a Lower plate 6 Rail 6a, 6b Speaker 7 Launch handle 9 Ball lending operation panel 9a Glass door 10 Shutter lever 11 Spacer 11a Through hole 12 General winning device 13 Passing gate 15 Large winning device 15a Door 16 Out port 18 Start port (specific area)
18a, 18b Variable wing (variable member)
19Se Large winning device switch 19Sb General winning device switch 19Sa Passing gate switch 19a Start-up switch 21 Liquid crystal display device (effect display means)
21a Display area 21b Decorative symbol display area 22a Left reel portion 22b Middle reel portion 22c Right reel portion 23 Normal symbol passage storage indicator 24 Special symbol indicator 25a, 25b Normal symbol indicator 26 Lighting unit 39a Decorative lamp 45, 46 Obstacle Object 55 1st discharge port 56 2nd discharge port 60 Decoration unit 60a, 60b Speaker cover 70a Discharge control circuit 70b Launch control circuit 71S Movable member solenoid 72S Big winning device solenoid 74S Backup clear switch 81 Card unit 82 Discharge device 90 Launch device 100 Touch panel 200 Main control circuit 201 Main CPU
202 Main ROM
203 Main RAM
204 Initial reset circuit 205 I / O port 206 Command output port 300 Sub control circuit 301 Sub CPU
302 Program ROM
303 Work RAM
305 Display control circuit 305a VDP
305b Image data ROM
305c VRAM
305d D / A conversion circuit 306 Audio control circuit 307 Lamp control circuit 600 Finger 710 A image 720 B image 800 Upper region 850 Lower region

Claims (1)

A game board having a game area in which a game ball rolls;
Effect display means capable of displaying effect images;
A touch panel provided at a position facing the effect display means, capable of detecting contact by the player, and identifying the contact position when detecting the contact;
Effect display control means for controlling the effect display means to display an effect image;
A winning lottery means for performing a winning lottery that provides a profit to the player based on the establishment of a predetermined condition;
Based on the lottery result by the previous Kito or drawing means, and a reach state generating means for controlling to generate a reach state,
The effect display control means includes:
The display content is changed when the player touches the touch panel and the contact movement is performed to the predetermined position, and the lottery result suggestion of the winning lottery means is indicated by the display result mode after the change of the display content. Or a control for executing a specific notice effect for making a notice of the reach state generated by the control of the reach state generating means can be executed,
The control for executing the specific notice effect is executed only when the contact movement is performed, and the display image is changed at a timing before the reach state occurs.
A gaming machine characterized by that.

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