JP5788823B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention is, after game balls to the first start-up region is winning, based on the first start condition which it is possible to start the variable display based on the winning has been established, identification can first identification First variation display means for starting the first variation display by information and deriving and displaying the display result, and after the game ball has won the second starting area, the variation display based on the winning can be started. based on the starting condition of it is satisfied, and a second variable display means for deriving display the display result to start the second variable display by identification possible second identification information, the first variable display means or it relates to a gaming machine that is controlled to an advantageous specific game state for the player when a particular display results predetermined for the second variable display means is derived displayed.

  As a gaming machine, a game medium such as a game ball is launched into a game area by a launching device, and when a game medium wins a prize area such as a prize opening provided in the game area, a predetermined number of prize balls are paid out to the player. There is something to be. Further, there is provided a variable display device capable of changing the display state, and configured to give a predetermined game value to the player when the display result of the variable display device is in a predetermined specific display mode. is there.

  The game value is the right that the state of the variable winning ball apparatus provided in the gaming area of the gaming machine becomes advantageous for a player who is easy to win, and the right for becoming advantageous for a player. In other words, or a condition for winning a prize ball is easily established.

  In a pachinko gaming machine, the combination of a specific display mode with a predetermined display result of a variable display on a variable display device is usually referred to as “big hit”. When the big hit occurs, for example, the big winning opening is opened a predetermined number of times, and the game shifts to a big hit gaming state where the hit ball is easy to win.

  In such a gaming machine, when the display result of the variable display becomes a special result (for example, a sudden probability variation pattern), a special jackpot gaming state (suddenly) that causes the player to recognize that the gaming state has suddenly shifted to the certain probability variation state. Some are configured to transition to a probable big hit. In the sudden chance change big hit, for example, the special winning opening is opened twice only for a short period (for example, 5 seconds), and a special effect for suddenly showing the player as if the game state has shifted to the probability change state is executed.

Hei 08-084807 (paragraph 0066) Japanese Patent Laying-Open No. 2005-312813 (paragraphs 0070, 0076, 0110, FIG. 5, FIG. 6, FIG. 16)

  It is an object of the present invention to provide a gaming machine that can reduce the program capacity required to execute variable display by two variable display means.

Game machine according to the present invention is, after game balls to the first start-up region is winning, based on the first start condition which it is possible to start the variable display based on the winning has been established, the a discernible The first variation display means for starting the first variation display by the identification information of 1 and deriving and displaying the display result, or after the game ball has won the second starting area, the variation display based on the winning can be started. made on the basis of the second start condition is satisfied, a predetermined specific display on the second variable display means for deriving display the started second variable display by identification possible second identification information display result A gaming machine that is controlled to a specific gaming state that is advantageous to the player when the result is derived and displayed, and starts the variation display of the effect identification information in response to the start of the first variation display or the second variation display. The first variation display means or the second variation display An effect display device for deriving and displaying the display result of the effect identification information according to the derivation display of the display result of the stage, and whether the display result derived and displayed on the first variation display means or the second variation display means is the specific display result When the first start condition is satisfied on the condition that the pre-determining means for determining whether or not to display the display result before the display and the first variation display and the second variation display are not executed. In addition, on the condition that the first variation display starting means for starting the first variation display by the first variation display means and neither the first variation display nor the second variation display are executed. When the start condition is established, the second fluctuation display start means for starting the second fluctuation display by the second fluctuation display means, and the first fluctuation display in the first fluctuation display means where the first start condition is met From the beginning of the fluctuation display to the end of the fluctuation display The first variation pattern selection process for selecting the variation pattern including the variation display time until the time, and the variation display from the beginning of the variation display of the second variation display in the second variation display means in which the second start condition is satisfied. The second variation pattern selection process for selecting the variation pattern including the variation display time until the end time is executed by the same processing routine, and the variation display of the first variation display means and the second variation display means is performed. Based on the variation pattern selected by the variation pattern selection unit, the variation pattern selection unit that selects the variation pattern including the variation display time of the variation display in the variation display unit that satisfies the start condition, and the variation pattern selected by the variation pattern selection unit First data indicating the fluctuation display time of the first fluctuation display executed by the first fluctuation display means when the start condition is satisfied, and the second start condition The variable display time storage means for storing the second data indicating the variable display time of the second variable display executed in the second variable display means when the condition is satisfied, and the identification information is displayed. The first identification information or the second identification is changed by a different fluctuation period from the first fluctuation display or the second fluctuation display as a fluctuation period as a period from when the predetermined identification information is displayed to the next. Specific variation display execution means for performing variation display of specific identification information corresponding to the information, and the variation pattern is displayed in the effect display device until the display result is derived and displayed after the variation display of the effect identification information is started. Including a re-variation pattern that executes a re-variation display for a predetermined number of times, and a re-variation display is executed a specific number of times. The movement pattern is selected when the display result is determined to be the specific display result by the predetermining unit, and the specific variation display executing unit is a temporary stop display in the variation display of the effect identification information executed according to the re-variation pattern. Even at the timing, the variation display of the specific identification information is continuously executed.

It is the front view which looked at the pachinko game machine from the front. It is a block diagram which shows the circuit structural example of a game control board (main board). It is a block diagram showing an example of circuit configuration of an effect control board, a lamp driver board and an audio output board. It is a flowchart which shows the main process which CPU in a main board | substrate performs. It is a flowchart which shows a 2 ms timer interruption process. It is explanatory drawing which shows each random number. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of a jackpot determination table and a jackpot type determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of a fluctuation pattern. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of a fluctuation pattern. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of a fluctuation pattern. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of a fluctuation pattern. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of the production | presentation aspect of a pseudo | simulation continuous fluctuation production. FIG. 38E illustrates an effect control command signal line. It is a timing diagram showing the relationship between an 8-bit control signal and an INT signal constituting a control command. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of an effect control command. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of an effect control command. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the transmission timing of an effect control command. It is a flowchart which shows a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows a starting port switch passage process. It is a flowchart which shows a starting port switch passage process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a pending | holding storage specific information storage area and a pending | holding buffer. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of the common pending | holding memory number buffer with which a 1st pending memory number and a 2nd pending memory number are provided in common. It is a flowchart which shows a special symbol normal process. It is a flowchart which shows a special symbol normal process. It is a flowchart which shows a fluctuation pattern setting process. It is a flowchart which shows a display result specific command transmission process. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol change process. It is a flowchart which shows a special symbol stop process. It is a flowchart which shows a special symbol stop process. It is a flowchart which shows a big hit end process. It is a flowchart which shows a small hit end process. It is a flowchart which shows the presentation control main process which CPU for presentation control performs. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a command reception buffer. It is a flowchart which shows command analysis processing. It is a flowchart which shows command analysis processing. It is a flowchart which shows command analysis processing. It is a flowchart which shows production control process processing. It is a flowchart which shows a fluctuation pattern command reception waiting process. It is a flowchart which shows an effect design fluctuation start process. It is a flowchart which shows the process during effect design change. It is a flowchart which shows an effect design fluctuation stop process. It is a flowchart which shows a big hit display process. It is a flowchart which shows a process during a round. It is a flowchart which shows a round post-process. It is a flowchart which shows a round post-process. It is a flowchart which shows a big hit end process. It is a flowchart which shows a 1st decoration symbol display control process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of the production | presentation aspect of a pseudo | simulation continuous fluctuation production | presentation and a pseudo | simulation continuous fluctuation mode production. It is explanatory drawing which shows the production timing of a pseudo | simulation continuous fluctuation production. It is explanatory drawing which shows the production | presentation timing of a quasi-continuous variation aspect production. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of the production | presentation aspect of a pseudo | simulation continuous fluctuation production in 2nd Embodiment. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of the variation pattern determination table for sudden probability variation big hits in 2nd Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the fluctuation pattern setting process in 2nd Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the production | presentation symbol fluctuation start process in 2nd Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the production | presentation symbol fluctuation start process in 2nd Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the effect symbol variation process in 2nd Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the production | presentation symbol fluctuation | variation stop process in 2nd Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the big hit display process in 2nd Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the process in round in 2nd Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the round post-process in 2nd Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the round post-process in 2nd Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the big hit end effect process in 2nd Embodiment. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of the production | presentation aspect of a pseudo | simulation continuous fluctuation production | presentation and the pseudo | simulation continuous fluctuation aspect production | presentation in 2nd Embodiment. It is explanatory drawing which shows the production | presentation timing of the pseudo | simulation continuous fluctuation production in 2nd Embodiment. It is explanatory drawing which shows the production | presentation timing of the pseudo | simulation | continuation variation aspect effect in 2nd Embodiment.

Embodiment 1 FIG.
Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. First, the overall configuration of a pachinko gaming machine 1 that is an example of a gaming machine will be described. FIG. 1 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine 1 as seen from the front.

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

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

  An effect display device 9 composed of a liquid crystal display device (LCD) is provided near the center of the game area 7. The display screen of the effect display device 9 includes an effect symbol display area for performing variable display of the effect symbol in synchronization with the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol. In this embodiment, the display area of the effect display device 9 is provided with display areas of three effect symbols on the middle left and right. Therefore, the effect display device 9 corresponds to a variable display device that performs variable display of effect symbols. The effect display device 9 is controlled by an effect control microcomputer mounted on the effect control board. When the first special symbol display 8a is executing variable display of the first special symbol, the effect control microcomputer causes the effect display device 9 to execute the effect display along with the variable display, and the second special symbol display 8a executes the second special display. When the variable display of the second special symbol is executed on the symbol display 8b, the effect display is executed by the effect display device 9 along with the variable display, so that the progress of the game can be easily grasped. .

  Further, in this embodiment, around the effect display device 9 formed in a substantially circular shape, there is a decorative member 92 imitating a shape of a dragon or the like, and a decorative member 93 in which decorative lamps 93a to 93c are arranged. Is provided. The decorative members 92 and 93 may be configured to be movable. In this case, for example, an effect of moving the decoration members 92 and 93 in accordance with each effect such as a change display of effect symbols and a jackpot display performed in the effect display device 9 may be performed.

  On the left side of the lower part of the game board 6, there is provided a first special symbol display (first variable display means) 8a that variably displays a first special symbol as identification information. In this embodiment, the first special symbol display 8a is realized by a simple and small display (for example, 7 segment LED) capable of variably displaying the numbers “1” to “9” and the symbol “−”. ing. That is, the first special symbol display 8a is configured to variably display the numbers “1” to “9” and the symbol “−”. On the lower right side of the game board 6, a second special symbol display (second variable display means) 8b for variably displaying the second special symbol as identification information is provided. The second special symbol display 8b is realized by a simple and small display (for example, 7 segment LED) capable of variably displaying the numbers “1” to “9” and the symbol “−”. That is, the second special symbol display 8b is configured to variably display the numbers “1” to “9” and the symbol “−”.

  The small display is formed in a square shape, for example. In this embodiment, the type of the first special symbol and the type of the second special symbol are the same (for example, both the numbers “1” to “9” and the symbol “−”). May be different. Further, the first special symbol display 8a and the second special symbol display 8b may be configured to variably display numbers (or two-digit symbols) of, for example, 00 to 99, for example. Moreover, the 1st special symbol display 8a and the 2nd special symbol display 8b may each be comprised by the combination of monochrome LED and 7 segment LED, for example.

  Hereinafter, the first special symbol and the second special symbol may be collectively referred to as a special symbol, and the first special symbol indicator 8a and the second special symbol indicator 8b may be collectively referred to as a special symbol indicator.

  For the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol, the first start condition which is the execution condition of the variable display of the first special symbol or the second start condition which is the execution condition of the variable display of the second special symbol is established. After the game ball has won the first start winning opening 13 or the second starting winning opening 14, for example, a variable display start condition (for example, when the number of reserved memories is not 0 and the first special symbol) And the second special symbol variable display is not executed, and the big hit game and the small hit game are not executed), and the display result when the variable display time has elapsed (Stop symbol) is derived and displayed.

  In this embodiment, winning means that a game ball has entered a predetermined area such as a winning opening. Deriving and displaying the display result is to stop and display a symbol (an example of identification information) (excluding a temporary stop before so-called re-variation).

  In this embodiment, when the first reserved memory number is larger than the second reserved memory number, the variable display of the first special symbol is executed in preference to the variable display of the second special symbol, and the second reserved When the stored number is larger than the first reserved stored number, the variable display of the second special symbol is executed in preference to the variable display of the first special symbol.

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

  The first decorative symbol and the second decorative symbol may be collectively referred to as a decorative symbol, and the first decorative symbol display 9a and the second decorative symbol display 9b may be collectively referred to as a decorative symbol display. .

  Further, the first decorative symbol display 9a and the second decorative symbol display 9b may not be provided.

  The variation of the decorative pattern (variable display) is realized by continuing the state where the two LEDs are alternately lit. The variable display of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display 8a and the variable display of the first decorative symbol on the first decorative symbol display 9a are synchronized. The variable display of the second special symbol on the second special symbol display 8b is synchronized with the variable display of the second decorative symbol on the second decorative symbol display 9b. Synchronous means that the variable display start time and end time are the same, and the variable display period is the same.

  In this embodiment, when the big hit symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a, both the two LEDs remain lit as a display reminiscent of the big hit on the first decorative symbol display 9a. Further, when the sudden probability change big hit symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a, only the upper LED remains lit as a display reminiscent of the sudden probability change big hit on the first decorative symbol display 9a. Further, when the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a, only the lower LED remains lit as a display reminiscent of the small hit on the first decorative symbol display 9a. Further, when the off symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a, both the two LEDs remain turned off as a display reminding of the off on the first decorative symbol display 9a.

  Further, in this embodiment, when the big win symbol is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display 8b, both LEDs remain lit as a display reminiscent of the big hit on the second decorative symbol display 9b. . Further, when the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display 8b, only the lower LED remains lit as a display reminiscent of the small hit on the second decorative symbol display 9b. When the off symbol is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display 8b, the two decorative symbols on the second ornament display 9b are both turned off as a display reminding of the off.

  In this embodiment, only the first special symbol display 8a is suddenly stopped and displayed with a probability change big hit symbol. However, the second special symbol display 8b is suddenly stopped and displayed with a sudden probability change big hit symbol. It may be. In this case, when the sudden probability variation big hit symbol is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display 8b, only the upper LED is kept lit as a display reminiscent of the sudden probability variation big hit on the second decorative symbol display 9b. It may be.

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

  A variable winning ball device 15 having a second starting winning port 14 through which a game ball can be won is provided below a winning device having a first starting winning port (first starting port) 13. The game ball that has won the second start winning opening (second start opening) 14 is guided to the back of the game board 6 and detected by the second start opening switch 14a. The variable winning ball device 15 is opened by the solenoid 16 when a predetermined condition is satisfied. In this embodiment, as will be described later, when the variable symbol display result of normal symbols is a hit, the variable winning ball device 15 is opened for a predetermined time. In this embodiment, when the gaming state is a probability variation state (probability variation state) or a short time state (time shortening state), the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is in a state in which the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is open for a longer time than in the normal state. Is done. When the variable winning ball device 15 is in the open state, the game ball can be won at the second start winning opening 14 (it is easier to start winning), which is advantageous for the player. In the state where the variable winning ball device 15 is in the open state, it is easier for the game ball to win the second starting winning port 14 than the first starting winning port 13. In addition, in a state where the variable winning ball device 15 is in the closed state, the game ball does not win the second start winning opening 14. In the state where the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is in the closed state, it may be configured that the winning is possible (that is, it is difficult for the gaming ball to win) although it is difficult to win a prize.

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

  When the variable winning ball device 15 is controlled to be in the open state, the game ball heading for the variable winning ball device 15 is very likely to win the second start winning port 14. The first start winning opening 13 is provided directly under the effect display device 9, but the interval between the lower end of the effect display device 9 and the first start winning opening 13 is further reduced, or the first start winning opening is set. The nail arrangement around the first start winning opening 13 is made difficult to guide the game balls to the first starting winning opening 13 so that the winning rate of the second starting winning opening 14 is increased. It is also possible to make the direction higher than the winning rate of the first start winning opening 13.

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

  On the side of the second decorative symbol display 9b is a second special symbol reserved memory display 18b comprising four indicators for displaying the number of effective winning balls that have entered the second start winning opening 14, that is, the second reserved memory number. Is provided. The second special symbol storage memory display 18b increases the number of indicators to be lit by 1 every time there is an effective start winning. Then, each time the variable display on the second special symbol display 8b is started, the number of indicators to be turned on is reduced by one.

  The effect display device 9 is for decoration (for effects) during the variable display time of the first special symbol by the first special symbol display 8a and during the variable display time of the second special symbol by the second special symbol display 8b. A variable display of the effect symbol as the symbol is performed. The variable display of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display 8a and the variable display of the effect symbol on the effect display device 9 are synchronized. Further, the variable display of the second special symbol on the second special symbol display 8b and the variable display of the effect symbol on the effect display device 9 are synchronized. Synchronous means that the variable display start time and end time are the same, and the variable display period is the same. Further, when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a and when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display 8b, the effect display device 9 reminds the jackpot The combination of is stopped and displayed.

  Although not shown in FIG. 1, the display screen of the effect display device 9 displays an area for displaying the total number (total number of reserved storage) that is the sum of the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number (hereinafter referred to as “the reserved memory number”) A sum storage storage display area). Since the total pending storage display area for displaying the total number is provided, it is possible to easily grasp the total number of execution conditions that have not met the variable display start condition. Since the total reserved memory display area is provided, the first special symbol reserved memory display 18a and the second special symbol reserved memory display 18b may not be provided.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 1, the variable winning ball apparatus 15 that opens and closes only the second start winning opening 14 is provided. Any of the start winning ports 14 may be provided with a variable winning ball device that performs an opening / closing operation.

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

  In this embodiment, the specific game state (big hit game state) is not only the period for controlling the opening / closing of the big prize opening, but also the big hit start screen by displaying the big hit start screen on the effect display device 9 at the start of the big win. It means a period from the start of the fanfare effect informing the start to the end of the ending effect informing the end of the big hit by displaying a big hit end screen on the effect display device 9 at the end of the big hit.

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

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

  When the game ball passes through the gate 32 and is detected by the gate switch 32a, variable display of the normal symbol display 10 is started. In this embodiment, variable display is performed by alternately lighting the upper and lower lamps (the symbols can be visually recognized when the lamp is lit). . And when the stop symbol in the normal symbol display 10 is a predetermined symbol (winning symbol) (when a predetermined condition is satisfied), the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is opened for a predetermined number of times. In other words, the state of the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is a state that is advantageous from a disadvantageous state for the player when the normal symbol is a stop symbol (a state in which a game ball can be awarded at the second start winning port 14). To change. In addition, it is not limited to the case where the variable symbol display result is a win, for example, it is determined that the predetermined condition is established based on the fact that the game ball has passed through the gate 32, and the variable winning ball device 15 is opened. You may make it control to. In this case, for example, when the game ball passes through the gate 32, the variable winning ball device 15 may be immediately controlled to be in an open state without performing variable display of the normal symbol. Also, for example, when a game ball passes through the gate 32, the variable symbol of the normal symbol is variably displayed, but the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is unconditionally set without determining whether or not the variable symbol display result of the normal symbol is a hit. You may make it control to an open state. In this case, an area for storing a hit flag indicating a normal symbol hit becomes unnecessary, and the RAM capacity can be reduced.

  In the vicinity of the normal symbol display 10, a normal symbol holding storage display 41 having a display unit with four LEDs for displaying the number of winning balls that have passed through the gate 32 is provided. Each time there is a game ball passing through the gate 32, that is, every time a game ball is detected by the gate switch 32a, the normal symbol storage memory display 41 increases the number of LEDs to be turned on by one. Each time variable display on the normal symbol display 10 is started, the number of LEDs to be lit is reduced by one.

  Furthermore, in the probability variation state where the probability of being determined to be a big hit is higher than in the normal state and the short time state, the probability that the stop symbol in the normal symbol display 10 becomes a hit symbol is increased, and the normal symbol The variable display time is shortened, and the opening time and opening frequency of the variable winning ball apparatus 15 are increased. Further, even in the short-time state (the gaming state in which the special symbol variable display time is reduced), the probability that the stop symbol in the normal symbol display 10 becomes a winning symbol is increased and the variable symbol variable display time is shortened. The opening time and opening times of the variable winning ball apparatus 15 are increased. The state in which the opening period of the variable winning ball device 15 is extended as compared with the normal state means a state in which the opening time and the number of opening times of the variable winning ball device 15 are increased. It is not necessary to increase both the opening time and the number of times of opening of the variable winning ball device 15 in the probability changing state or the short time state, and only the opening time of the variable winning ball device 15 may be increased. May be increased.

  In this embodiment, the probability variation state and the time reduction state are controlled in the same manner except that the probability that the stop symbol of the special symbol becomes a big hit symbol in the probability variation state is higher than that in the normal state and the time reduction state. In other words, in both the probabilistic state and the short-time state, the variable symbol display time is shortened, the probability of hitting the regular symbol variable display result is increased, and the variable symbol variable display time is shortened and variable. The open extension of the winning ball apparatus 15 is performed. As described above, in this embodiment, since the variable symbol variable display time is shortened even in the probability variation state, the probability variation state in this embodiment may be referred to as a probability variation time short state. In addition, you may make it perform different control by a probability change state and a time-short state. For example, the special symbol variable display time may be shortened only when the time is short.

  Note that, as in the case of the probability variation state or the short time state, the probability of hitting the variable symbol display result is increased, the variable symbol variable display time is shortened, and the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is extended and opened. A gaming state that is present is referred to as a high base state, and a gaming state that is not in a high base state as in the normal state is referred to as a low base state.

  A decorative lamp 25 blinkingly displayed during the game is provided around the left and right of the game area 7 of the game board 6, and an out port 26 into which a hit ball that has not won a prize is taken in at the bottom. In addition, two speakers 27 that utter sound effects and sounds as predetermined sound outputs are provided on the left and right upper portions outside the game area 7. A top frame lamp 28a, a left frame lamp 28b, and a right frame lamp 28c provided on the front frame are provided at the outer periphery upper portion, the outer periphery left portion, and the outer periphery right portion of the game area 7.

  An operation button 120 is provided on the upper surface of the hitting ball supply tray (upper plate) 3 for the player to operate during the game.

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

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

  Next, the type of jackpot and the jackpot will be described.

  When the special symbol stop symbol becomes a probability variation symbol (excluding a sudden probability variation symbol described later) of the jackpot symbol, it shifts to a jackpot gaming state (hereinafter referred to as probability variation jackpot). In other words, the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 is opened until a predetermined time (for example, 29.5 seconds) elapses or until a predetermined number (for example, 10) of gaming balls wins a big winning opening. It should be noted that one round in the big hit gaming state is a period from when the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 is opened until a predetermined period elapses or until a predetermined number (for example, ten) of hitting balls wins the big winning opening. In this embodiment, when the stop symbol is changed to the probability winning symbol (excluding a sudden probability varying symbol described later), the jackpot gaming state is continued for 15 rounds.

  Further, when the stop symbol of the special symbol becomes a non-probable variation symbol of the big hit symbol, it shifts to a big hit gaming state (hereinafter referred to as a non-probable variable big hit or a normal big hit). In other words, the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 is opened until a predetermined time (for example, 29.5 seconds) elapses or until a predetermined number (for example, 10) of gaming balls wins a big winning opening. In this embodiment, the big hit game state is continued for 15 rounds even when the big hit game state is shifted to the game based on the fact that the stop symbol has become an uncertain variable symbol.

  In addition, when the special symbol stop symbol becomes a special probability variation symbol (hereinafter referred to as a sudden probability variation symbol), a special jackpot gaming state (hereinafter referred to as a “sudden probability variation symbol”) that allows the player to recognize that the gaming state has suddenly shifted to the probability variation state. It is called probable big hit.) In the sudden probability big hit, the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 is opened twice only for a short period (for example, 5 seconds). In the sudden probability change big hit, the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 is opened for one round until it is closed, and the game state for the sudden probability change big hit is continued for two rounds. When a sudden big odd hit is generated, unlike the big round of 15 rounds, the stage display is not proceeding in turn on the stage display device 9, but the game state seems to have suddenly shifted to the rounded state. A special performance is performed to show the person.

  Further, when the stop symbol of the special symbol becomes a small hit game, the game shifts to a small hit game state in which the game value given to the player is smaller than the big hit game state. That is, it shifts to a gaming state in which the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 is opened twice only for a short period (for example, 5 seconds). In this way, in the small hit game state, the same game value as the game value given to the player when a sudden probability change big hit occurs is given. However, unlike the case of sudden probability change big hit, the gaming state is not shifted to the probability changing state after the small hit gaming state ends. From this, the player expects the occurrence of a probable big hit suddenly rather than the small hit. Even when a small hit occurs, a special effect similar to that at the time of sudden big odd hit is executed. Such a special effect is called a two-round effect.

  Next, game state transition will be described.

(1) When the game is in the normal state or in the short-time state, the winning game is a big hit with the probability change symbol (excluding the sudden probability change symbol), and when the big hit game ends, the gaming state is shifted from the normal state or the short-time state to the positive change state. As a result, the probability that the special symbol and the normal symbol stop symbol become a winning symbol is increased, the variation time of the special symbol and the normal symbol is shortened, and the opening time and the number of times of opening in the variable winning ball apparatus 15 are also increased. In addition, the background of the display screen of the effect display device 9 (either one or both of the background image and the background color) is changed to a background indicating that the probability change state is being established.

(2) In the probability variation state, the probability variation symbol (excluding sudden probability variation symbol) is a big hit, and when the big hit game ends, the probability variation state is maintained without change. As a result, the probability that the stop symbol of the special symbol and the normal symbol becomes a winning symbol is continuously increased, the variation time of the special symbol and the normal symbol is shortened, and the opening time and the number of times of opening in the variable winning ball apparatus 15 are also increased. It is done. In addition, the background of the display screen of the effect display device 9 is changed to a background indicating that the probability changing state is in effect.

(3) In the normal state or the short-time state, a big hit is suddenly made with the probability variation symbol, and when the big-hit game ends, the gaming state is shifted from the normal state or the short-time state to the positive variation state. This increases the probability that the special symbol and the normal symbol stop symbol will be a winning symbol. It should be noted that after the sudden change game is suddenly ended, the production mode is changed to the production mode (chance mode) that expects the production mode to be changed to the certainty state. In addition, the background of the display screen of the effect display device 9 is changed to a background indicating that the chance mode is being performed. In this embodiment, the chance mode is continued after the special mode is shifted to the chance mode until the 20th special symbol variation is completed.

(4) When the probability change state suddenly becomes a big hit with a probability change symbol, and when the big hit game ends, the probability change state is maintained without changing. As a result, the probability that the special symbol and the normal symbol stop symbol will continuously become a winning symbol is increased. It should be noted that after the sudden change game is suddenly ended, the production mode is changed to the production mode (chance mode) that expects the production mode to be changed to the certainty state. In addition, the background of the display screen of the effect display device 9 is changed to a background indicating that the chance mode is being performed. In this embodiment, the chance mode is continued after the special mode is shifted to the chance mode until the 20th special symbol variation is completed.

(5) A big hit is made with a non-probable variable in the normal state or the time-saving state, and when the big-hit game is ended, the time-short state is controlled by a predetermined number of fluctuations (for example, 100 times) after the big hit. That is, when the gaming state is the normal state, the transition is made from the normal state to the short time state by a predetermined number of fluctuations, and when the gaming state is the short time state, the short time state is continued for a predetermined number of fluctuations. At this time, the variation time of the special symbol and the normal symbol is shortened, and the opening time and the number of times of opening in the variable winning ball apparatus 15 are also increased. In addition, the background of the display screen of the effect display device 9 is changed to a background indicating that the time is being reduced. Then, when the fluctuation of the predetermined number of fluctuations is started, the gaming state is shifted from the short time state to the normal state. At this time, the background of the display screen of the effect display device 9 is changed to a background indicating that it is in a normal state.

(6) A big hit is made with a non-probability variable symbol in the probability changing state, and when the big hit game is ended, the time is controlled to be reduced by a predetermined number of fluctuations (for example, 100 times) after the big hit. In other words, the state is shifted from the probability variation state to the short time state by a predetermined number of times of variation. At this time, the variation time of the special symbol and the normal symbol is shortened, and the opening time and the number of times of opening in the variable winning ball apparatus 15 are also increased. In addition, the background of the display screen of the effect display device 9 is changed to a background indicating that the time is being reduced. Then, when the fluctuation of the predetermined number of fluctuations is started, the gaming state is shifted from the short time state to the normal state. At this time, the background of the display screen of the effect display device 9 is changed to a background indicating that it is in a normal state.

(7) In the normal state, the short time state, or the probability changing state, the small hit symbol is a small hit, and when the small hit game ends, the normal state, the short time state, or the probability changing state is continued without change. In addition, after the end of the small hit game, the production mode is changed to the production mode (chance mode) that expects the production mode to be shifted to the certain change state. In addition, the background of the display screen of the effect display device 9 is changed to a background indicating that the chance mode is being performed. In this embodiment, the chance mode is continued after the special mode is shifted to the chance mode until the 20th special symbol variation is completed.

  In this embodiment, as will be described later, the effect mode is changed to the chance mode even after the sudden display of the variation of the effect symbol with the pseudo continuous variation effect in addition to the end of the sudden probability change big hit game and the small hit game. Be changed. In addition, the background of the display screen of the effect display device 9 is changed to a background indicating that the chance mode is being performed. Then, the chance mode is continued until the change of the special symbol 20 times is finished after the effect mode is shifted to the chance mode.

  The transition of the gaming state as described above is an example, and is not limited to such a configuration.

  In this embodiment, the probable change symbol of the production symbol is a combination of “1”, “3”, “5”, and “7”, and the non-probability variable symbol is “2” “4”. “6” “8” is the combination of the same even number of the same symbols. For example, the odd variation of “3”, “5”, “7” is the same as the odd variation of the production symbol. The combination is a combination of non-probable symbols with an even number of the same symbols “4”, “6”, and “8”, and a combination of the same symbols of “1” and “2” is also a probability variable symbol. A jackpot symbol that is not a non-probable variable (a jackpot symbol that cannot be recognized as to whether or not it is probable) may be used. In this case, when the big jackpot and the probable variation jackpot are determined, the jackpot symbol ("1" or "2") which is not a probability variation symbol nor a non-probability variation symbol at a predetermined ratio (for example, determined by random lottery or the like). ), It is not possible to know whether the gaming state has shifted to the short-time state or to the probabilistic state.

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

  A random number circuit 503 for generating hardware random numbers is connected to the game control microcomputer 560. The game control microcomputer 560 reads the random number value from the random number circuit 503 when the condition for extracting the random number value is satisfied. The random number circuit 503 is a counter that counts clock signals having a predetermined frequency, and the count value of the counter becomes a random value. A clock signal having a predetermined frequency supplied to the random number circuit 503 is input to a clear terminal of a monitoring circuit (watchdog timer (WDT)). The monitoring circuit is a counter that counts a clock signal having a frequency higher than the frequency of the clock signal input to the clear terminal, but the count value is reset when the clock signal input to the clear terminal becomes high level, for example. Therefore, when the clock signal input to the clear terminal stops for some reason, the monitoring circuit counts up. The fact that the monitoring circuit has counted up indicates that the clock signal is not supplied to the random number circuit 503. When the monitoring circuit counts up, the monitoring circuit outputs a random number error signal indicating that the random number circuit 503 is not operating normally to the gaming control microcomputer 560.

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

  The RAM 55 is a backup RAM that is partly or wholly backed up by a backup power source created on the power supply board. That is, even if the power supply to the gaming machine is stopped, a part or all of the contents of the RAM 55 is stored for a predetermined period (until the capacitor as the backup power supply is discharged and the backup power supply cannot be supplied). In particular, at least data corresponding to the game state, that is, the control state of the game control means (special symbol process flag, total pending memory counter value, time counter value, game state flag, etc.) and the number of unpaid winning balls Is stored in the backup RAM. The data corresponding to the control state of the game control means is data necessary for restoring the control state before the occurrence of a power failure or the like based on the data when the power is restored after a power failure or the like occurs. Further, data corresponding to the control state and data indicating the number of unpaid winning balls are defined as data indicating the progress state of the game. In this embodiment, it is assumed that the entire RAM 55 is backed up.

  A reset signal from the power supply board is input to the reset terminal of the game control microcomputer 560. A reset circuit for generating a reset signal supplied to the game control microcomputer 560 and the like is mounted on the power supply board. When the reset signal becomes high level, the game control microcomputer 560 and the like are in an operable state, and when the reset signal becomes low level, the game control microcomputer 560 and the like are in an operation stop state. Therefore, an allowable signal that allows the operation of the game control microcomputer 560 or the like is output during a period when the reset signal is at a high level, and a game control microcomputer is output when the reset signal is at a low level. An operation stop signal for stopping the operation of 560 or the like is output. Note that the reset circuit may be mounted on each electric component control board (a board on which a microcomputer for controlling the electric parts is mounted).

  Further, a power-off signal indicating that the power supply voltage from the power supply board has dropped below a predetermined value is input to the input port of the game control microcomputer 560. That is, the power supply board monitors the voltage value of a predetermined voltage (for example, DC30V or DC5V) used in the gaming machine, and when the voltage value decreases to a predetermined value (the power supply voltage is reduced). A power supply monitoring circuit that outputs a power-off signal indicating that). In addition, a clear signal indicating that a clear switch for instructing to clear the contents of the RAM is operated is input to the input port of the game control microcomputer 560.

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

  In this embodiment, the effect control means (configured by the effect control microcomputer) mounted on the effect control board 80 instructs the effect contents from the game control microcomputer 560 via the relay board 77. Upon receiving the effect control command, display control is performed on the first decorative symbol display device 9a and the second decorative symbol display device 9b that variably display the decorative symbol, and the effect display device 9 that variably displays the effect symbol. The effect control means mounted on the effect control board 80 recognizes that the operation button 120 has been operated (pressed) based on the input of the detection signal from the operation button 120.

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

  The effect control board 80 has an effect control microcomputer 100 including an effect control CPU 101 and a RAM. The RAM may be externally attached. In the effect control board 80, the effect control CPU 101 operates in accordance with a program stored in a built-in or external ROM (not shown), and receives a capture signal from the main board 31 input via the relay board 77 ( In response to the (effect control INT signal), an effect control command is received via the input driver 102 and the input port 103. Further, the effect control CPU 101 controls the display of the first decorative symbol display device 9a and the second decorative symbol display device 9b via the output port 106 based on the effect control command, and also performs a VDP (video display processor) 109. The display control of the effect display device 9 is performed.

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

  The effect control CPU 101 reads necessary data from a character ROM (not shown) in accordance with the received effect control command. The character ROM is for storing character image data displayed on the effect display device 9, specifically, a person, characters, figures, symbols, etc. (including effect symbols) in advance. The effect control CPU 101 outputs the data read from the character ROM to the VDP 109. The VDP 109 executes display control based on the data input from the effect control CPU 101.

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

  As a signal direction regulating means, the signal inputted from the main board 31 is allowed to pass through the relay board 77 only in the direction toward the effect control board 80 (the signal is not passed in the direction from the effect control board 80 to the relay board 77). The unidirectional circuit 74 is mounted. For example, a diode or a transistor is used as the unidirectional circuit. FIG. 3 illustrates a diode. A unidirectional circuit is provided for each signal. Furthermore, since the effect control command and the effect control INT signal are output from the main board 31 via the output port 571 that is a unidirectional circuit, the signal from the relay board 77 toward the inside of the main board 31 is restricted. That is, the signal from the relay board 77 does not enter the inside of the main board 31 (the game control microcomputer 560 side). The output port 571 is a part of the I / O port unit 57 shown in FIG. Further, a signal driver circuit that is a unidirectional circuit may be further provided outside the output port 571 (on the relay board 77 side).

  Further, the effect control CPU 101 inputs a detection signal from the operation button 120 via the input port, and performs a predetermined game effect based on the input detection signal.

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

  In the lamp driver board 35, a signal for driving the lamp is input to the lamp driver 352 via the input driver 351. The lamp driver 352 amplifies a signal for driving the lamp and supplies the amplified signal to each lamp provided on the frame side such as the top frame lamp 28a, the left frame lamp 28b, and the right frame lamp 28c. Further, it is supplied to a decorative lamp 25 provided on the game board side.

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

  Next, the operation of the gaming machine will be described. FIG. 4 is a flowchart showing a main process executed by the game control microcomputer 560 on the main board 31. A routine is a collection of instructions (codes) for executing a specific process in a program. A procedure in which a series of instructions for performing a certain process is described as a procedure, and a function (function) that is a function that adds a calculation process to given information and returns a result of the process are classified into routines. In particular, even if the program code is not independent, if a certain amount of code is concentrated for a specific process, the part can be regarded as a routine. Routines are roughly divided into two according to their position in the program. The routine is called first when starting the program, and the routine that manages the progress of the entire program is called the "main routine". A routine that operates in this manner is called a “subroutine”.

  When power is supplied to the gaming machine and power supply is started, the input level of the reset terminal to which the reset signal is input becomes high level, and the gaming control microcomputer 560 (specifically, the CPU 56) After executing a security check process, which is a process for confirming whether the contents of the program are valid, the main process after step S1 is started. In the main process, the CPU 56 first performs necessary initial settings.

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

  Next, the CPU 56 checks the state of the output signal of the clear switch (for example, mounted on the power supply board) input via the input port (step S6). When the ON is detected in the confirmation, the CPU 56 executes a normal initialization process (steps S10 to S15, including S44 and S45).

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

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

  If the check result is normal, the CPU 56 recovers the game state restoration process (steps S41 to S43) for returning the internal state of the game control means and the control state of the electrical component control means such as the effect control means to the state when the power supply is stopped. Process). Specifically, the start address of the backup setting table stored in the ROM 54 is set as a pointer (step S41), and the contents of the backup setting table are sequentially set in the work area (area in the RAM 55) (step S42). ). The work area is backed up by a backup power source. In the backup setting table, initialization data for an area that may be initialized in the work area is set. As a result of the processing in steps S41 and S42, the saved contents of the work area that should not be initialized remain as they are. The parts that should not be initialized are, for example, data indicating the gaming state before the power supply is stopped (special symbol process flag, probability change flag, time reduction flag, value of total pending memory counter, value of time reduction counter, etc.), output An area where the output state of the port is stored (output port buffer), a portion where data indicating the number of unpaid prize balls is set, and the like.

  Moreover, CPU56 transmits the command regarding a power failure recovery as an initialization command at the time of electric power supply recovery (step S43). Then, the process proceeds to step S14. Here, as the commands related to power failure recovery, the power failure recovery specification command for specifying the display of the power failure recovery screen, the game state specification command for power failure specifying the gaming state at the time of power failure, and the total number of pending storage at the time of power failure A command for specifying the total pending storage number to be specified is provided. In addition, instead of transmitting the combined reserved memory number designation command, a command (first reserved memory number designation) that designates the first reserved memory number based on the value of the first reserved memory number counter that counts the first reserved memory number. Command), and a command for specifying the second reserved memory number (second reserved memory number designation command) is transmitted based on the value of the second reserved memory number counter for counting the second reserved memory number. Also good. Further, when the value of the first reserved memory number counter or the value of the second reserved memory number counter is 0, these commands may not be transmitted.

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

  In the initialization process, the CPU 56 first performs a RAM clear process (step S10). The RAM clear process initializes predetermined data (for example, count value data of a counter for generating a big hit determination random number) to 0, but is initialized to an arbitrary value or a predetermined value. You may make it do. Alternatively, the entire area of the RAM 55 may not be initialized, and predetermined data (for example, count value data of a counter for generating a big hit type determination random number) may be left as it is. Further, the start address of the initialization setting table stored in the ROM 54 is set as a pointer (step S11), and the contents of the initialization setting table are sequentially set in the work area (step S12).

  By the processing of steps S11 and S12, for example, a normal symbol determination random number counter, a normal symbol determination buffer, a special symbol buffer, a total prize ball number storage buffer, a special symbol process flag, an award ball flag, a ball out flag, and a payout stop An initial value is set to a flag such as a flag for selectively performing processing according to the control state.

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

  Further, the CPU 56 sets an abnormality notification prohibition flag (step S44) and sets a value corresponding to the prohibition period value in the prohibition period timer (step S45). The prohibition period value is a value indicating a period during which an abnormal winning notification described later is prohibited. The abnormality notification prohibition flag is a flag indicating that notification of an abnormal winning is prohibited, and is maintained in the set state until the prohibition period timer times out. Therefore, the start of the abnormal winning notification is prohibited for a predetermined period after the initialization notification is started in the effect display device 9.

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

  In step S15, the CPU 56 sets a register of the CTC built in the game control microcomputer 560 so that a timer interrupt is periodically taken every predetermined time (for example, 2 ms). That is, a value corresponding to, for example, 2 ms is set in a predetermined register (time constant register) as an initial value. In this embodiment, it is assumed that a timer interrupt is periodically taken every 2 ms.

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

  When the timer interrupt occurs, the CPU 56 executes the timer interrupt process of steps S20 to S35 shown in FIG. In the timer interrupt process, first, a power-off detection process for detecting whether or not a power-off signal is output (whether or not an on-state is turned on) is executed (step S20). The power-off signal is output when, for example, a voltage drop monitoring circuit mounted on the power supply board detects a drop in the voltage of the power supplied to the gaming machine. In the power-off detection process, when detecting that the power-off signal has been output, the CPU 56 executes a power supply stop process for saving necessary data in the backup RAM area. Next, detection signals from the gate switch 32a, the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a, the count switch 23, and the winning port switches 29a, 30a, 33a, and 39a are input via the input driver circuit 58, These state determinations are performed (switch processing: step S21).

  Next, the CPU 56 has a first special symbol display 8a, a second special symbol display 8b, a normal symbol display 10, a first special symbol hold storage display 18a, a second special symbol hold storage display 18b, a normal symbol. A display control process for controlling the display of the on-hold storage display 41 is executed (step S22). For the first special symbol display 8a, the second special symbol display 8b, and the normal symbol display 10, a drive signal is output to each display according to the contents of the output buffer set in steps S33 and S34. Execute control.

  In addition, the CPU 56 notifies the abnormality when it detects various abnormal states such as abnormal winning (when it is detected that a game ball has won a prize winning opening or start winning opening at a time other than the regular time). Is performed (step S23: abnormality notification process).

  Next, processing for updating the count value of each counter for generating random numbers for determination such as random numbers for determining jackpot symbols used for game control is performed (determination random number update processing: step S24). The CPU 56 further performs a process of updating the count value of the counter for generating the initial value random number and the display random number (initial value random number update process, display random number update process: steps S25 and S26).

FIG. 6 is an explanatory diagram showing each random number. Each random number is used as follows.
(1) MR1: Determine the detachment symbol (stop symbol) of the first special symbol and the second special symbol (for detachment symbol determination)
(2) MR2: Determines the type of jackpot ("normal", "probability change", "surprise") when generating the jackpot (for determining the jackpot type)
(3) MR3: Determine the variation pattern (variation time) of the production symbol (first special symbol and second special symbol) (for variation pattern determination)
(4) MR4: Determines whether or not to generate a hit based on a normal symbol (for normal symbol hit determination)
(5) MR5: Determines the initial value of MR4 (for determining MR4 initial value)

  In step S24 of the game control process shown in FIG. 5, the game control microcomputer 560 uses a counter for generating the jackpot type determination random number in (2) and the random number for determination per ordinary symbol in (4). Count up (add 1). That is, they are determination random numbers, and other random numbers are display random numbers or initial value random numbers. In addition, in order to improve a game effect, you may make it use random numbers other than the random number of said (1)-(5). For example, an MR2 initial value random number for determining the initial value of the jackpot type determining random number may be provided. Then, in addition to the MR4 initial value random number, the MR2 initial value random number may be updated by the initial value random number update processing in steps S18 and S25. By doing so, it is possible to more randomly determine the jackpot type (special jackpot symbol) at the time of determining the jackpot, especially a probability variation symbol (for example, “7”) or a sudden probability variation symbol (for example, “1”). Can be generated more randomly. Therefore, the probability big hit can be generated more randomly, and the interest of the game can be enhanced. In this embodiment, the big hit determination random number is a random number generated by the hardware (random number circuit 503) built in the game control microcomputer 560. The big hit determination random number is used as the big hit determination random number. Software random numbers generated based on the program may be used. The random number circuit 503 may not be built in the game control microcomputer 560 but may be a circuit different from the game control microcomputer 560 (may be external to the game control microcomputer 560). .

  In this embodiment, the random numbers (particularly MR1, MR2, MR3) shown in FIG. 6 are used for both the first special symbol variation and the second special symbol variation. And the random number related to the variation of the second special symbol may be separated.

  Further, the CPU 56 performs special symbol process processing (step S27). In the special symbol process, corresponding processing is executed in accordance with a special symbol process flag for controlling the first special symbol indicator 8a, the second special symbol indicator 8b, and the big prize opening in a predetermined order. The CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag according to the gaming state.

  Next, normal symbol process processing is performed (step S28). In the normal symbol process, the CPU 56 executes a corresponding process according to a normal symbol process flag for controlling the display state of the normal symbol display 10 and the open / close state of the variable winning ball apparatus 15 in a predetermined order. The CPU 56 updates the value of the normal symbol process flag according to the gaming state.

  Further, the CPU 56 performs a process of sending an effect control command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (effect control command control process: step S29).

  Further, the CPU 56 performs information output processing for outputting data such as jackpot information, start information, probability variation information supplied to the hall management computer, for example (step S30).

  Further, the CPU 56 performs prize ball processing for setting the number of prize balls based on detection signals from the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a, the count switch 23, and the winning port switches 29a, 30a, 33a, 39a. Execute (Step S31). Specifically, the payout control is performed in accordance with winning detection based on any one of the first starting port switch 13a, the second starting port switch 14a, the count switch 23, and the winning port switches 29a, 30a, 33a, 39a being turned on. A payout control command (award ball number signal) indicating the number of winning balls is output to a payout control microcomputer mounted on the substrate 37. The payout control microcomputer drives the ball payout device 97 in accordance with a payout control command indicating the number of winning balls.

  In this embodiment, a RAM area (output port buffer) corresponding to the output state of the output port is provided. However, the CPU 56 relates to on / off of the solenoid in the RAM area corresponding to the output state of the output port. The contents are output to the output port (step S32: output processing).

  Further, the CPU 56 sets special symbol display control data for special symbol display control data for effect display of special symbols in accordance with values of a start flag and a special symbol process flag set in a variation pattern setting process described later. The special symbol display control process set in the output buffer is performed (step S33). For example, if the variation speed is 1 frame / 0.2 seconds until the end flag is set when the start flag is set in the special symbol process, the CPU 56 outputs the output every 0.2 seconds. The display control data value set in the buffer is incremented by one. Instead of using the start flag and the end flag, the CPU 56 may update the value of the display control data based on the value of the special symbol process flag. For example, when the value of the special symbol process flag becomes a value corresponding to the variation pattern setting process (1 in this embodiment), the CPU 56 sets the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol stop process (in this embodiment). In the embodiment, the value of the display control data may be incremented by 1 every 0.2 seconds until 4). Further, the CPU 56 outputs a drive signal in step S22 in accordance with the display control data set in the output buffer, whereby the first special symbol display unit 8a and the second special symbol display unit 8b Variable display of the second special symbol is executed.

  For example, the CPU 56 confirms a special symbol pointer, which will be described later, and performs variable display on the special symbol indicators 8a and 8b corresponding to the special symbol indicated by the special symbol pointer among the first special symbol and the second special symbol. Run.

  Further, the CPU 56 performs a normal symbol display control process for setting normal symbol display control data for effect display of the normal symbol in an output buffer for setting the normal symbol display control data according to the value of the normal symbol process flag ( Step S34). For example, when the start flag related to the variation of the normal symbol is set, the CPU 56 switches the display state (“◯” and “×”) for the variation rate of the normal symbol every 0.2 seconds until the end flag is set. With such a speed, the value of the display control data set in the output buffer (for example, 1 indicating “◯” and 0 indicating “x”) is switched every 0.2 seconds. Instead of using the start flag and the end flag, the CPU 56 may switch the value of the display control data based on the value of the normal symbol process flag. For example, in the normal symbol process, the CPU 56 confirms the number of passages through the gate based on the value of the normal symbol process flag and determines whether or not the normal symbol is a hit and determines the stop symbol of the normal symbol. Processing, normal symbol variation processing for executing various processing during normal symbol variation, normal symbol stop processing for stopping and displaying the normal symbol, and opening and closing of the ordinary electric accessory (variable winning ball apparatus 15) after the normal symbol is hit A normal electric accessory actuating process for controlling is executed. In this case, for example, when the value of the normal symbol process flag becomes a value (for example, 1) corresponding to the normal symbol variation process, the value of the normal symbol process flag becomes a value (for example, 2) corresponding to the normal symbol stop process. Until then, the value of the display control data may be incremented by 1 every time 0.2 seconds elapse. Further, the CPU 56 outputs a normal signal on the normal symbol display 10 by outputting a drive signal in step S22 according to the display control data set in the output buffer.

  Thereafter, the interrupt permission state is set (step S35), and the process is terminated.

  With the above control, in this embodiment, the game control process is started every 2 ms. The game control process corresponds to the processes of steps S21 to S34 (excluding step S30) in the timer interrupt process. In this embodiment, the game control process is executed by the timer interrupt process. However, in the timer interrupt process, for example, only a flag indicating that an interrupt has occurred is set, and the game control process is performed by the main process. May be executed.

  FIG. 7 is an explanatory diagram showing a jackpot determination table and a jackpot type determination table. The big hit determination table is a table in which a big hit determination value and a small hit determination value to be compared with a random R (random number for big hit determination) updated within a numerical range of 0 to 65535 are set (FIG. 7A (B)). The big hit determination table includes a normal big hit determination table (see FIG. 7A) used in a normal state or a short time state, and a probable change big hit determination table (see FIG. 7B) used in a probability change state. . The numerical values described in the left column of FIGS. 7A and 7B are the big hit determination value and the small hit determination value. The CPU 56 compares the value of the random R with the jackpot determination value, and when the value of the random R matches any of the jackpot determination values, determines that the jackpot is to be made. Further, the CPU 56 compares the random R value with the small hit determination value, and determines that the small hit is made when the random R value matches any of the small hit determination values.

  The jackpot type determination table is a table in which determination values assigned to each jackpot type (“normal”, “probability change”, “surprise”) to be compared with the random number for determining the jackpot type (MR2) are set. (FIG. 7C). When it is determined to win the jackpot based on the random R, the jackpot type is determined based on the jackpot type determining random number.

  Here, “normal” means a normal big hit (non-probable change big hit) that is generated when a non-probable variation symbol (cass symbol) is derived and displayed when the symbol fluctuation is stopped. “Probability variation” means probability variation big hit (probability variation big hit) generated by the probability variation symbol being derived and displayed when the variation of the symbol is stopped. “Accuracy” means two rounds of sudden and promising big hits.

  The jackpot type and the special jackpot symbol correspond to each other. Specifically, when “normal jackpot” is determined as the jackpot type, the special symbol stop symbol (determined special symbol) is “3”. When “probable big hit” is determined as the jackpot type, the special symbol stop symbol (determined special symbol) is “7”. When “suddenly promising big hit” is determined as the jackpot type, the special symbol stop symbol (determined special symbol) is “1”. In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 7C, the jackpot type determination table for the first special symbol and the jackpot type determination table for the second special symbol are provided separately, and the second special symbol is provided. In the big hit type determination table, no determination value is assigned to the big hit type “surprise”. Therefore, when a big hit has occurred based on the occurrence of the second start winning prize, the “surprise” is not determined as the big hit type. However, even when a big hit occurs based on the occurrence of the second start winning prize, a determination value may be assigned so that “surprise” is determined as the big hit type. Further, instead of dividing the table for the first special symbol and the table for the second special symbol, the jackpot type of the first special symbol and the second special symbol may be determined using one jackpot type determination table. .

  If it is determined to be a small hit based on the random R, the special symbol stop symbol is automatically determined to be “5” (without using the big hit type determining random number). If it is decided to make a deviation based on the random R, “2”, “4”, “6”, “8”, “9”, “−” are used as the special symbol stop symbols based on the random symbol for determining the loss symbol. "Is determined.

  In addition, the display state of the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is a display of a big hit symbol (a symbol which is common to both big hits and probability variation big hits) when both of the two LEDs are lit, and both of the two LEDs are off. When it becomes, it is a display of an off symbol. Further, when only the upper LED of the two LEDs is turned on, the sudden change of the big hit symbol is displayed, and when only the lower LED is turned on, the small hit symbol is displayed. Further, the stop symbol of the effect symbol is determined by the CPU 101 for effect control based on the display result specifying command for designating the display result (probability big hit, normal big hit, sudden probability big hit, small hit, and off) determined by the CPU 56. The

  As described above, in this embodiment, the display result of the variation display of the special symbol and the decorative symbol is determined as one of probability variation big hit, normal big hit, sudden probability variation big hit, small hit or out of play. The CPU 56 extracts the count value of the random number circuit 503 at a predetermined time and uses the extracted value as the big hit determination random value. The big hit determination random value is the big hit determination value or the small hit determination value shown in FIG. If it matches, it will be determined as a big hit or a small hit for the first special symbol and the second special symbol.

  8-11 is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the fluctuation | variation pattern used by this embodiment. Among these, FIG. 8 shows a big hit variation pattern determination table including a variation pattern used when the stop symbol of the special symbol becomes “big hit symbol”. Further, FIG. 9 shows a variation pattern determination table for detachment including a variation pattern used when the stop symbol of the special symbol is “out of symbol”. FIG. 10 shows a variation pattern determination table for sudden probability variation big hit including a variation pattern used when the stop symbol of the special symbol becomes “sudden probability variation big hit symbol”. FIG. 11 shows a variation pattern used when the special symbol stop symbol is a “small hit symbol”. 8 to 11, “EXT” indicates EXT data of the second byte in the effect control command having a two-byte structure. “Time” indicates the variation time of the special symbol (variable display period of identification information).

  As shown in FIG. 8, in this embodiment, as a big hit variation pattern, a variation pattern with normal reach (simple reach mode) (variation pattern # 13) and a variation pattern with super reach A (variation pattern # 14). ), A variation pattern with a super reach B (variation pattern # 15), and a variation pattern with a pseudo continuous variation effect (variation patterns # 1 to # 12).

  The pseudo continuous variation effect will be described. In the pseudo continuous variation effect, when the effect symbol is displayed in response to the special symbol variation display, the effect symbol design fluctuates a plurality of times during a single variation of the effect symbol on the effect display device 9. It is a production to show. Specifically, when changing the effect symbol, the effect symbol is tentatively stopped (for example, displaying the temporary stop symbol) between the effect symbol start and the final stop, and then the effect symbol is changed again. Produce. In this case, the effect symbol may be temporarily stopped and re-varied only once during the period from the start to the final stop of the effect symbol, or the effect symbol may be temporarily stopped and re-variable a plurality of times. In this embodiment, when the variation patterns # 1 to # 3 are used among the variation patterns of the big hit, the rendering symbol is temporarily stopped once during the period from the variation start of the rendering symbol to the final stop. An effect of changing is performed. In addition, when using the variation patterns # 4 to # 6, an effect of temporarily stopping and re-variing the effect symbol twice is performed from the start of the effect symbol change to the final stop. In addition, when using the variation patterns # 7 to # 9, an effect of temporarily stopping and re-changing the effect symbols three times is performed from the start of the change of the effect symbols to the final stop. Further, when using the variation patterns # 10 to # 12, an effect of temporarily stopping and re-variing the effect symbols four times is performed from the start of the effect symbol change to the final stop.

  In addition, temporary stop means that the identification information for effects displayed in all the variable display units for effects (effect designs) is not updated to the next identification information for effects, and is displayed as identification information for effects displayed. This is a state in which the state is maintained and the state excluding the stop display. In the temporary stop according to the present embodiment, the effect identification information is slightly shaken, but instead of the slight shake, the effect identification information may be expanded or contracted or enlarged / reduced display may be performed.

  FIG. 12 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the effect mode of the pseudo continuous variation effect. FIG. 12 shows, as an example, a case where the effect symbol is temporarily stopped and re-varied (when variation patterns # 1 to # 3 are used) only once during the period from the start to the final stop of the effect symbol. Has been. When displaying the variation of the effect symbol based on the variation pattern accompanied by the pseudo continuous variation effect, first, as shown in FIGS. 12A and 12B, the effect display device 9 varies the effect symbols 9A, 9B, and 9C. Display starts.

  Next, when the temporary stop time of the temporary stop symbol of the effect symbol arrives, as shown in FIG. 12C, the temporary stop symbols 9D, 9E, and 9F of the effect symbol are temporarily stopped in the effect display device 9. In this case, for example, as shown in FIG. 12C, the temporary stop symbols 9D, 9E, and 9F that are temporarily stopped in the effect display device 9 are fluctuated and a predetermined sound effect is output from the speaker 27. Thus, an effect that suggests that the re-variation of the effect design starts is performed. In addition, for example, an effect may be performed that suggests that the re-variation of the effect symbol starts by performing a predetermined lamp display. Further, for example, when the decorative members 92 and 93 provided around the effect display device 9 are configured to be movable, the decorative members 92 and 93 are moved (for example, the movable member 92 imitating a dragon shape). It is also possible to perform an effect that suggests that the re-change of the effect symbol starts by moving the display device 9 so as to overlap the display screen of the effect display device 9 or vibrating the decorative member 93.

  It should be noted that after the temporary stop symbols 9D, 9E, and 9F are shaken and changed, or an effect that suggests a change such as outputting a predetermined sound effect from the speaker 27 is performed, the change is not always started. Absent. For example, when the reach effect is not performed in the pseudo continuous variation effect, the temporary stop symbols 9D, 9E, and 9F may be shaken and changed, and then the symbols may be stopped and displayed as they are.

  Next, when the start time of re-variation of the effect symbol comes, re-variation of the effect symbol is started as shown in FIG. For example, when the decorative members 92 and 93 provided around the effect display device 9 are configured to be movable, the decorative members 92 and 93 are moved in accordance with re-variation (for example, the shape of a dragon is simulated). The movable member 92 may be moved so as to overlap the display screen of the effect display device 9 or the decoration member 93 may be vibrated. Further, for example, in each of the lamps 93a to 93c provided on the decoration member 93, an effect of lighting a number of lamps corresponding to the number of re-variations may be performed.

  Next, in this embodiment, when the pseudo continuous variation effect is executed, as shown in FIG. 12 (E), in the last re-variation executed between the start of change of the effect symbol and the final stop, Only the left and right symbols 9G and 9H of the effect symbols are in a state of being aligned, and the reach effect (either normal reach, super reach A or super reach B) is executed. As will be described later, when a pseudo-continuous variation effect is performed during the variation display of the effect symbol (when using variation patterns # 19, # 23, and # 27, which will be described later), the last is determined. Instead of performing the reach effect in the re-variation, it is possible to stop and display the symbol as the final stop symbol of the effect symbol as it is.

  In the example shown in FIG. 12, the case where re-change is performed only once between the start of change of the effect symbol and the final stop is shown, but the same effect is also performed when re-change is performed a plurality of times. For example, the temporary stop and re-change effects are repeatedly executed in the same manner as in FIGS. 12C and 12D, and the reach effect is executed in the same manner as in FIG. 12E in the last re-change. The

  In addition, in this embodiment, in addition to the quasi-continuous variation effect executed during the one-time variation display of the effect symbol, as will be described later, when it is suddenly determined that the probability variation big hit, Actually, the temporary stop and re-variation are not performed (or the temporary stop and re-variation are performed only once), but by performing an effect in the same manner as the re-variation during the big hit effect immediately after that, There may be a case where a pseudo continuous variation mode effect is executed in which the same type of effect as the pseudo continuous variation effect is executed. A specific effect mode of the pseudo continuous variation mode effect will be described later.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 9, in this embodiment, as the fluctuation pattern of the deviation, a fluctuation pattern (variation pattern # 16) with normal reach (simple reach mode) and a fluctuation pattern (fluctuation pattern) with super reach A are used. # 17), variation pattern with super reach B (variation pattern # 18), variation pattern with pseudo continuous variation effect (variation patterns # 19 to # 30), variation pattern of normal variation without variation (variation) Pattern # 31) is provided.

  It should be noted that the mode of the pseudo continuous variation effect that is executed in the case of the deviation is the same as the mode of the pseudo continuous variation effect shown in FIG. However, as shown in FIG. 8, when a big hit is determined, the reach effect is always executed in the last re-variation when the pseudo continuous variation effect is performed during the display of the effect symbol variation. Is determined, the variation pattern in which the reach effect is not performed in the last re-variation when the pseudo continuous variation effect is performed during the variation display of the effect symbol (when the variation patterns # 19, # 23, and # 27 are used). Is also included.

  In addition, as shown in FIG. 10, in this embodiment, as a variation pattern of sudden probability variation big hit, a variation pattern of a normal mode (variation pattern # 32) without a pseudo continuous variation mode effect and a pseudo continuous variation mode effect are provided. Accompanying variation patterns (variation patterns # 33 to # 36) are provided.

  When the variation display of the effect symbol is performed using the variation pattern # 32 of the normal mode, when the variation display of the normal effect symbol without the reach effect is performed on the effect display device 9, and the variation time has elapsed. The symbol reminiscent of the sudden probability variation big hit (for example, “123”, hereinafter referred to as the sudden probability variation big hit symbol) is stopped and displayed, and the variation display of the effect symbol is terminated. Then, after the display of the variation of the effect symbol is finished, the winning opening is opened for a smaller number of times (for example, two times) than the time of the probability variation big hit or the normal big hit, for example, a smaller number of times (for example, two times). An effect corresponding to the sudden probability change big hit (for example, an effect of displaying a sudden probability change big hit symbol or a character. An effect of a normal mode at a big hit different from the pseudo continuous variation mode effect) is executed.

  When the variation display of the effect symbol is performed using the variation patterns # 33 to # 36 accompanied with the pseudo continuous variation aspect effect, the effect display device 9 displays the variation of the normal effect symbol without the reach effect, When the fluctuation time elapses, the shifted symbol is stopped and displayed. In this case, when the variation patterns # 33 and # 35 are used, a normal effect design variation display is performed without temporary stop and re-variation, and when the variation time has elapsed, the shift symbol is stopped and displayed. End the symbol variation display. In addition, when the variation patterns # 34 and # 36 are used, a variation display of the effect symbol with only one temporary stop and re-variation is performed, and when the variation time elapses, the shift symbol is stopped and displayed. End the variable display. Then, after the display of variation of the effect symbol is finished, when the game suddenly shifts to the big hit game state corresponding to the probable big hit, the number of times that the big winning opening is less (for example, 5 seconds) than the probable big hit or the normal big hit is less (for example, 2). And the pseudo continuous variation mode effect is executed in the same manner as the pseudo continuous variation effect in the effect display device 9 during the big hit game effect. Specifically, in the pseudo-continuous variation mode effect, it is suggested that the re-variation of the effect symbol starts by changing the stop-displayed off-set symbol or by outputting a predetermined sound effect from the speaker 27. Produce like you do. Then, the effect display device 9 starts the effect in the same manner as the effect symbol variation display, and the kite also performs the effect as if the effect symbol re-variation was started. When using variation patterns # 35 and # 36, in the pseudo continuous variation mode effect, the effect in the same manner as the normal reach is executed, and the normal reach is also executed in the last re-variation of the pseudo continuous variation. Make a directing. In the case of using the variation patterns # 33 and # 34, in the pseudo continuous variation mode effect, the effect that the stop symbol of the effect symbol is stopped and displayed without any reach in the last variation of the pseudo continuous variation. I do.

  When the effect of the above mode is performed, when the variation display of the effect symbol is performed using the variation patterns # 33 to # 36 accompanied with the pseudo continuous variation mode effect, the big hit corresponding to the sudden probability change big hit is actually sudden Although the game is in progress, the effect display device 9 can appear as if the variation display of the effect symbol with the pseudo continuous variation effect continues. Further, the player can be made aware of the pseudo-continuous variation mode effect being executed in the effect display device 9, and can be made difficult to notice that the opening / closing operation of the special winning opening is being performed. Therefore, it is difficult for the player to recognize whether the big hit gaming state effect is executed due to suddenly controlled to the probable big hit gaming state or whether the variation display of the effect symbol with pseudo continuous variation effect is executed. be able to. Therefore, in the gaming machine configured to be able to shift to the sudden probability change big hit game state, it is possible to perform an effect in which the sudden probability change big hit game state and the pseudo-continuous variation effect are associated with each other, thereby improving the interest in the game.

  As shown in FIG. 10, in this embodiment, in the variation pattern determination table for sudden probability variation big hit, the variation pattern # 33 that does not involve re-variation among the variation patterns for sudden probability variation big hit with pseudo continuous variation mode effect. And # 35 are set such that the variation pattern # 35 accompanied by the effect in the same manner as the normal reach has a higher selection rate than the variation pattern # 33 not accompanied by the effect in the same manner as the normal reach. . Further, when the variation patterns # 34 and # 36 with only one re-variation among the variation patterns for sudden probability variation big hits with pseudo continuous variation mode effects are compared, the variation pattern # 36 with effects of the same mode as normal reach is compared. However, the selection rate is set to be higher than that of the variation pattern # 34 that is not accompanied by an effect similar to the normal reach. By setting in such a manner, in the case of sudden probability variation big hit (that is, when shifting to the probability variation state), in the pseudo continuous variation mode production, the ratio of the production of the same aspect as the normal reach is increased. be able to. Therefore, by executing the same effect as in the normal reach, it is possible to increase the player's expectation for the probable change state. In this embodiment, only the effect similar to the normal reach is executed in the pseudo continuous variation mode effect when suddenly probable big hit, but in the pseudo continuous variation mode effect, super reach A and super reach B are performed. The same effect may also be executed.

  Also, as shown in FIG. 11, in this embodiment, only a special variation pattern for small hits (variation pattern # 37) is provided as the small hit dedicated variation pattern. In addition, when the variation display of the effect symbol is performed using the variation pattern # 37 for small hits, the variation display of the normal effect symbol without the reach effect is performed on the effect display device 9, and the variation time has elapsed. When this is done, a symbol reminiscent of a small hit (hereinafter referred to as a small hit symbol) is stopped and displayed, and the variation display of the effect symbol is terminated. In this embodiment, it is assumed that the same symbol (for example, “123”) as the sudden probability variation big hit symbol is stopped and displayed as the small hit symbol. Then, after the display of the variation of the effect symbol is finished, the winning opening is opened for a smaller number of times less than the time of the probable big hit or the normal big hit, and the effect corresponding to the small win is executed in the effect display device 9. . In this embodiment, in the small hit game state, the big winning opening is opened for the same time (for example, 5 seconds) and the same number of times (for example, two times) as the sudden probability change big hit state, and It is assumed that an effect of a similar mode (for example, an effect of displaying a small hit symbol (the same symbol as the sudden probability variation big hit symbol) or displaying a character) is executed.

  In this embodiment, a case is shown in which a pseudo continuous variation mode effect is executed in the case of suddenly probable big hit, but the pseudo continuous variation mode effect is similarly executed in the case of a small hit. Also good.

  Next, a method for sending a control command from the game control microcomputer 560 to the effect control microcomputer 100 will be described. FIG. 13 is an explanatory diagram showing a signal line of an effect control command transmitted from the main board 31 to the effect control board 80. As shown in FIG. 13, in this embodiment, the effect control command is transmitted from the main board 31 to the effect control board 80 via the relay board 77 by using eight signal lines of the effect control signals CD0 to CD7. Further, between the main board 31 and the effect control board 80, a signal line of the effect control INT signal for transmitting the capture signal (effect control INT signal) is also wired.

  In this embodiment, the effect control command has a 2-byte structure, the first byte represents MODE (command classification), and the second byte represents EXT (command type). The first bit (bit 7) of the MODE data is always set to “1”, and the first bit (bit 7) of the EXT data is always set to “0”. Note that such a command form is an example, and other command forms may be used. For example, a control command composed of 1 byte or 3 bytes or more may be used.

  As shown in FIG. 14, the 8-bit effect control command data of the effect control command is output in synchronization with the effect control INT signal. The effect control microcomputer 100 mounted on the effect control board 80 detects that the effect control INT signal has risen, and starts a 1-byte data capturing process through an interrupt process. Therefore, when viewed from the effect control microcomputer 100, the effect control INT signal corresponds to a signal (capture instruction signal) that triggers the capture of the effect control command data.

  The effect control command is sent only once so that the effect control microcomputer 100 can recognize it. In this example, “recognizable” means that the level of the effect control INT signal changes, and that it is sent only once so as to be recognizable means that, for example, each of the first and second bytes of the effect control command data Accordingly, the production control INT signal is output in a pulse shape (rectangular wave shape) only once. The effect control INT signal may have a polarity opposite to that shown in FIG.

  FIG. 15 and FIG. 16 are explanatory diagrams showing an example of contents of the effect control command transmitted by the game control microcomputer 560. In the example shown in FIG. 15, command 80XX (H) is an effect control that designates a decorative symbol and a variation pattern of the effect symbol that are variably displayed on the ornament symbol display and the effect display device 9 in response to variable display of the special symbol. Command (variation pattern command). “(H)” indicates a hexadecimal number. The effect control command for designating the variation pattern is also a command for designating the start of variation. Therefore, when receiving any one of the commands 80XX (H), the effect control microcomputer 100 controls the decoration symbol display and the effect display device 9 to start variable display of the decoration symbols and the effect symbols.

  The commands 8C01 (H) to 8C05 (H) are effect control commands that indicate whether a big hit, a small hit or a loss, and a type of big hit game (a type of big hit). The production control microcomputer 100 determines the display results of the decorative symbols and the production symbols in response to the reception of the commands 8C01 (H) to 8C05 (H), so that the commands 8C01 (H) to 8C05 (H) are specified as the display results. It is called a command.

  Command 8D01 (H) is an effect control command (first symbol variation designation command) indicating that variable display (variation) of the first special symbol is started. Command 8D02 (H) is an effect control command (second symbol variation designation command) indicating that variable display (variation) of the second special symbol is started. The first symbol variation designation command and the second symbol variation designation command may be collectively referred to as a symbol variation designation command.

  Command 8F00 (H) is an effect control command (symbol confirmation designation command) indicating that the variable display (fluctuation) of decorative symbols and effect symbols is terminated and the display result (stop symbol) is derived and displayed. When receiving the symbol confirmation designation command, the effect control microcomputer 100 ends the variable display (fluctuation) of the decorative symbol and the effect symbol and derives and displays the display result. In this embodiment, when the variable display of the decorative symbol and effect symbol corresponding to the first special symbol is stopped, and when the variable display of the decorative symbol and effect symbol corresponding to the second special symbol is stopped. Although the case where the common symbol confirmation designation command is transmitted is shown, different symbol confirmation designation commands (when the variable display corresponding to the first special symbol is stopped and when the variable display corresponding to the second special symbol is terminated ( For example, a first symbol confirmation designation command, a second symbol confirmation designation command) may be transmitted.

  Command 9000 (H) is an effect control command (initialization designation command: power-on designation command) for designating display of an initial screen, which is transmitted when power supply to the gaming machine is started. Command 9200 (H) is an effect control command (power failure recovery designation command) that designates the display of a power failure recovery screen that is transmitted when power supply to the gaming machine is resumed. When the power supply to the gaming machine is started, the gaming control microcomputer 560 transmits a power failure recovery designation command if data is stored in the backup RAM, and if not, initialization designation is performed. Send a command.

  Note that the CPU 56 checks a flag (such as a probability change flag or a short time flag) that indicates a gaming state that is backed up when the power is restored from the power failure, and specifies that a different power failure recovery screen is displayed depending on the gaming state. A recovery designation command may be transmitted. Specifically, the command 9200 (H) is transmitted if the gaming state when recovering from a power failure is a normal state, and the command 9201 (H) is transmitted if the gaming state when recovering from a power failure is a probable state. The command 9202 (H) is transmitted if the gaming state when the power is restored from the power failure is in the short time state, and the command 9203 (H) is transmitted if the gaming state is restored in the chance mode after the power failure. May be. In this case, the effect control CPU 101 displays a different power failure recovery screen on the effect display device 9 according to the gaming state based on the power failure recovery designation command from the CPU 56.

  Command 9500 (H) is an effect control command (normal state background designation command) for designating display of a background when the gaming state is the normal state. The command 9501 (H) is an effect control command (probability change state background designation command) for designating display of a background when the gaming state is a probability change state. Command 9502 (H) is an effect control command (time-short state background designation command) for designating display of a background when the gaming state is the time-short state. Command 9503 (H) is an effect control command (chance mode state background designation command) for designating display of a background when the gaming state is the chance mode state. Commands 9500 (H) to 9503 (H) are referred to as background designation commands.

  When the CPU 56 does not manage whether or not it is in the chance mode state, the CPU 56 does not need to transmit a chance mode state background designation command (9503 (H)) indicating that the gaming state is the chance mode state. .

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

  In the example shown in FIG. 16, the commands A001 to A004 (H) display a fanfare screen, that is, an effect control command for designating the start of a big hit game (or a small hit game) (big hit start designation command: fanfare designation command) It is. The jackpot start designation commands include jackpot start 1 designation to jackpot start 4 designation commands depending on the type of jackpot. Of these, the big hit start 1 designation command A001 (H) is an effect control command for designating the start of a normal big hit (non-probability variable big hit) game. The big hit start 2 designation command A002 (H) is an effect control command for designating the start of a small hit game. The big hit start 3 designation command A003 (H) is an effect control command for designating the start of a probable big hit game. The big hit start 4 designation command A004 (H) is an effect control command for designating the start of a sudden probability change big hit (two round big hit) game.

  The command A1XX (H) is an effect control command (special command during opening of a big winning opening) indicating a display during the opening of the big winning opening for the number of times (round) indicated by XX. A2XX (H) is an effect control command (designation command after opening the big winning opening) indicating the closing of the big winning opening for the number of times (round) indicated by XX.

  Command A301 (H) is an effect control command for displaying the non-probability variable big hit end screen, that is, specifying the end of the big hit game, and specifying that it is a non-probable variable big hit (normal big hit) (a big hit end 1 designation command) : Ending 1 designation command). Command A302 (H) displays a probability variation jackpot end screen, that is, an effect control command for designating the end of jackpot game and designating that the probability variation jackpot has been reached (a jackpot end 2 designation command: an ending 2 designation command) It is. Command A303 (H) displays an abrupt probability change jackpot end screen, that is, an effect control command (designating ending 3 designation command: ending 3 designation) designating the end of jackpot game and designating that sudden probability change jackpot Command). In this embodiment, the effect control command for displaying the small hit end screen, that is, the end of the small hit game is not provided, but such a command may be provided.

  The command C000 (H) is an effect control command (first start winning designation command) for designating that there is a first start winning. The command C100 (H) is an effect control command (second start winning designation command) for designating that the second starting win has been won. The first start prize designation command and the second start prize designation command may be collectively referred to as a start prize designation command.

  The command C2XX (H) is an effect control command (total pending storage number designation command) for designating a total number (total pending storage number) that is the sum of the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number. “XX” in the command C2XX (H) indicates the total pending storage number. In this embodiment, the total pending storage number designation command command C2XX (H) is transmitted not only during the execution of the game control but also when the power failure is restored (see step S43). The command C300 (H) is an effect control command (total pending storage count subtraction designation command) that designates that the total pending storage count is decremented by one. In this embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 transmits a total pending storage number subtraction designation command when subtracting the total pending storage number, but does not use the total pending storage number subtraction designation command, and does not use the total pending storage number subtraction designation command. When the stored number is subtracted, the combined pending storage number after the subtraction may be designated by a combined pending storage number designation command.

  The effect control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the effect control CPU 101) mounted on the effect control board 80 receives the above-described effect control command from the game control microcomputer 560 mounted on the main board 31. Then, the display state of the effect display device 9 is changed according to the contents shown in FIGS. 15 and 16, the display state of the lamp is changed, or the sound number data is output to the audio output board 70. To do.

  In the example shown in FIG. 15, the variation pattern command and the display result specifying command are commonly used for variable display of identification information on the first decorative symbol display 9a and variable display of identification information on the second decorative symbol display 9b. When the presentation control microcomputer 100 is configured to control the first decoration design display 9a and the second decoration design display 9b, the game control microcomputer 560 can control the production control microcomputer. The types of commands transmitted to 100 can be prevented from increasing. In addition, when controlling the effect parts such as the effect display device 9 that produces effects in accordance with the variable display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol, the game control microcomputer 560 transmits to the effect control microcomputer 100. It is possible to avoid increasing the types of commands that are executed.

  FIG. 17 is an explanatory diagram illustrating an example of the transmission timing of the effect control command. FIG. 17A shows an example when a start prize (first start prize or second start prize) occurs. The game control microcomputer 560 transmits the first start prize designation command (or the second start prize designation command), and then continuously transmits the total pending storage number designation command. Specifically, a first start winning designation command (or second start winning designation command) is transmitted in a game control process based on a timer interrupt, and then a combined pending storage number designation command is transmitted.

  As shown in FIG. 17B, the game control microcomputer 560 receives a background designation command, a fluctuation pattern command, a symbol fluctuation designation command, a display result specifying command, and a total pending storage number subtraction designation command at the start of fluctuation. Send. When the variable display time has elapsed, a symbol confirmation designation command is transmitted. In this embodiment, when a variation pattern command is transmitted to start variation display, a variation start pending storage number designation command is also transmitted.

  The order in which these commands are transmitted is not limited to the order shown in FIGS. 17A and 17B, and can be changed as appropriate.

  FIG. 18 is a flowchart showing an example of a special symbol process (step S27) program executed by the game control microcomputer 560 mounted on the main board 31. As described above, in the special symbol process, a process for controlling the special symbol indicators 8a and 8b and the special winning opening is executed.

  In the special symbol process, the CPU 56 detects the first starting port switch 13a or the second starting winning port 14 (see FIG. 1) for detecting that a game ball has won the first starting winning port 13 (see FIG. 1). If the second start opening switch 14a for detecting that the game ball has won is turned on, that is, if the first start winning or the second start winning has occurred, the start opening switch passing process is executed. Specifically, the data of the switch-on buffer is read and loaded into a predetermined area of, for example, a register or RAM 55 (step S321). Then, the bitwise AND operation of the loaded contents (loaded data) and C0 (H) is performed, and if the operation result is not 0 (step S322), the start port switch passing process is executed (step S1323). . Then, any one of steps S300 to S311 is performed. C0 (H) is a value corresponding to the input bits of the detection signals from the first start port switch 13a and the second start port switch 14a of the switch-on buffer.

  In this embodiment, the case where the contents of the switch-on buffer in which the contents of the input port are set in the switch process (step S21) is shown. However, the contents of the input port may be directly loaded. . In order to prevent erroneous determination due to noise, a flag to be switched on when the contents of the input port are set in a predetermined area of the RAM 55 over a plurality of timer interrupts is set, and the flag is set. Alternatively, the start port switch passing process may be executed. Further, the processing in step S322 may be replaced with an operation that performs exclusive OR with 00 (H) after masking (setting to 0) the bits of the loaded contents (loaded data).

  Thereafter, any one of steps S300 to S311 is executed. The processes in steps S300 to S311 are as follows.

  Special symbol normal processing (step S300): Executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is zero. When the game control microcomputer 560 is ready to start the variable display of the special symbol, it checks the number of reserved memories (the number of start winning memories). The reserved memory number can be confirmed by the count value of the reserved memory number counter. If the number of reserved memories is not 0, it is determined whether or not to win. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (1 in this example) corresponding to step S301.

  Fluctuation pattern setting process (step S301): This process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 1. Also, the variation pattern is determined, and the variation time in the variation pattern (variable display time: the time from the start of variable display until the display result is derived and displayed (stop display)) Decide to do. Also, a variable time timer for measuring the special symbol variable time is started. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (2 in this example) corresponding to step S302.

  Display result specifying command transmission process (step S302): executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 2. Control for transmitting a display result specifying command to the production control microcomputer 100 is performed. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (3 in this example) corresponding to step S303.

  Special symbol changing process (step S303): This process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 3. When the variation time of the variation pattern selected in the variation pattern setting process elapses (the variation time timer set in step S301 times out, that is, the variation time timer value becomes 0), a special symbol is displayed by the timer (stop time timer). A time (symbol stop time) for stopping the stop symbol is set, and the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (4 in this example) corresponding to step S304.

  Special symbol stop process (step S304): executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 4. The variable display on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b is stopped, and the stop symbol is derived and displayed. In addition, control for transmitting a symbol confirmation designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 is performed. When the symbol stop time has elapsed, if the big hit flag is set, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S305 (5 in this example). If the small hit flag is set, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S309 (9 in this example). If neither the big hit flag nor the small hit flag is set, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S300 (in this example, 0). The effect control microcomputer 100 controls the effect display device 9 to stop the effect symbol when receiving the symbol confirmation designation command transmitted by the game control microcomputer 560.

  Preliminary winning opening opening process (step S305): This is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 5. In the pre-opening process for the big prize opening, control for opening the big prize opening is performed. Specifically, the solenoid 21 is driven to open the special variable winning ball apparatus to open the grand prize opening, and to send the presentation control command for the round display during the big hit gaming state to the presentation control microcomputer 100. Perform the process. Also, the execution time of the special winning opening opening process is set by the process timer, and the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (6 in this example) according to step S306. The pre-opening process for the big winning opening is executed for each round, but when the first round is started, the pre-opening process for the big winning opening is also a process for starting the big hit game.

  Large winning opening opening process (step S306): This process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 6. Specifically, a process for confirming the establishment of the closing condition for the big prize opening and a process for sending an effect control command for displaying an interval during the big hit gaming state to the effect control microcomputer 100 are performed. Further, when the closing condition for the special winning opening is established, the control for closing the special winning opening is performed. Specifically, the solenoid 21 is driven to close the special variable winning ball apparatus to close the special winning opening. In addition, the execution time of the post-opening process for the special winning opening is set by the process timer, and the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S307 (7 in this example).

  Post-winner opening process (step S307): This process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 7. Processing such as checking whether there is a remaining round in the big hit gaming state is performed. If there is still a remaining round, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to shift to step S305. When all the rounds are completed, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (8 in this example) according to step S308.

  Big hit end process (step S308): executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 8. Control is performed to cause the microcomputer 100 for effect control to perform display control for notifying the player that the big hit gaming state has ended. In addition, a process for setting a flag indicating a gaming state (for example, a probability change flag, a time reduction flag) is performed. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (0 in this example) corresponding to step S300.

  Small hit release pre-processing (step S309): executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 9. In the pre-opening process for small hits, control is performed to open the big prize opening. Specifically, a counter (for example, a counter that counts the number of game balls that have entered the big prize opening) is initialized, and the solenoid 21 is driven to open the big prize opening. Also, the execution time of the special winning opening opening process is set by the timer, and the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S310 (in this example, 10 (decimal number)). It should be noted that although the pre-opening process for small hits is executed for each round, the pre-opening process for small hits is also a process for starting a small hit game when starting the first round.

  Small hit release process (step S310): This process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 10. A control for transmitting an effect control command for a round display during the small hit gaming state to the effect control microcomputer 100, a process for confirming the completion of the closing condition of the big prize opening, and the like are performed. If the closing condition for the big prize opening is satisfied and there are still remaining rounds, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S309 (9 in this example). When all the rounds are completed, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S311 (in this example, 11 (decimal number)).

  Small hit end processing (step S311): executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 11. Control is performed to cause the microcomputer 100 for effect control to perform display control for notifying the player that the small hit gaming state has ended. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (0 in this example) corresponding to step S300.

  19 and 20 are flowcharts showing the start-port switch passing process in step S323. As shown in step S322, when the logical product operation of the contents loaded from the switch-on buffer (the loaded data) and C0 (H) is performed and the operation result is not 0, that is, the first start switch 13a and the first switch In the start port switch passing process that is executed when at least one of the two start port switches 14a is in the ON state, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the bit 7 of the loaded data is 1 (step S210). . In this embodiment, when the second start port switch 14a is in the ON state, the value 1 is stored in bit 7 of the switch-on buffer in step S338 of the switch process described later. In step S210, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the value stored in bit 7 of the switch-on buffer is 1.

  Also, if bit 7 of the loaded data is not 1, it means that bit 6 of input port 0 has changed from 0 to 1. That is, it means that the first start port switch 13a is turned on.

  If the bit 7 of the switch-on buffer is not 1, the CPU 56 sets data indicating “first” in the start port pointer (step S211), and executes the processing after step S213. In addition, when bit 7 of the switch-on buffer is 1, that is, when a start winning in which a game ball wins the second start winning opening 14 is generated (Y in step S210), the CPU 56 sets the start opening pointer. Data indicating “second” is set (step S212), and the processing after step S213 is executed.

  In this embodiment, a reserved memory number counter (first reserved memory number counter) that counts the first reserved memory number (the number of effective winning balls entered the first start winning opening 13), and the second reserved memory number (first 2 is a reserved memory number counter (second reserved memory number counter) that counts (the number of effective winning balls that have entered the start winning port 14). The start port pointer is set with data indicating the address of the first reserved memory number counter or the address of the second reserved memory number counter. That is, the data indicating “first” set in the start port pointer indicates the address of the first reserved memory number counter, and the data indicating “second” indicates the address of the second reserved memory number counter. The start port pointer is formed in the RAM 55. A first reserved memory number counter and a second reserved memory number counter are also formed in the RAM 55. “Formed in RAM” means an area in the RAM. Instead of the start port pointer, data indicating “first” or “second” may be set in a register inside the game control microcomputer 560.

  Next, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the value of the reserved storage number counter indicated by the start port pointer is 4 (step S213). If the value of the pending storage number counter is 4, the process proceeds to step S221. If the value of the reserved memory number counter is not 4, the CPU 56 increases the value of the reserved memory number counter indicated by the start port pointer by 1 (step S214). Specifically, when the starting port pointer indicates “first”, the value of the first reserved memory number counter indicating the first reserved memory number is incremented by 1, and the starting port pointer indicates “second”. If it is, the value of the second reserved memory number counter indicating the second reserved memory number is incremented by one. Then, the CPU 56 increases the value of the total pending memory number counter indicating the total pending memory number that is the sum of the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number by 1 (step S215).

  Further, the CPU 56 corresponds to the value of the total reserved memory number counter in the reserved storage specific information storage area (hold specific area) for storing the winning order to the first start winning opening 13 and the second start winning opening 14. Data indicated by the start port pointer is set in the area (step S216). Specifically, when the start port pointer indicates “first”, data indicating “first” is set, and when the start port pointer indicates “second”, “second” is set. Set the data indicating. In this case, when there is no corresponding reserved storage (when neither “first” data nor “second” data is set), the reserved storage specific information storage area (hold specific area) is stored. Is set to 00 (H). In the reserved storage specific information storage area (hold specific area), data corresponding to the data (address data) indicated by the start port pointer may be set in an area corresponding to the value of the combined reserved storage number counter. . For example, in the reserved storage specific information storage area (hold specific area), the CPU 56 sets 01 (H) as data corresponding to the data indicating “first” when the start port pointer indicates “first”. When the start port pointer indicates “second”, 02 (H) is set as data corresponding to the data indicating “second”.

  FIG. 21A is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of a reserved storage specifying information storage area (holding specified area). As shown in FIG. 21A, an area corresponding to the maximum value (8 in this example) of the value of the total reserved memory number counter is secured in the reserved specific area. FIG. 21A shows an example in which the value of the total pending storage number counter is 5. As shown in FIG. 21A, an area corresponding to the maximum value (8 in this example) of the total reserved memory number counter is secured in the reserved specific area. 2. Data indicating “first” or “second” is set in the order of winning based on winning in the starting winning port 14. Therefore, in the reserved storage specific information storage area (hold specific area), the winning order to the first start winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14 is stored. Note that the reserved specific area is formed in the RAM 55.

  When the variable display of the second special symbol is always executed with priority over the variable display of the first special symbol, if there is at least one second reserved memory, regardless of the presence or absence of the first reserved memory Since the variable display of the second special symbol is always executed, and control is performed so that the variable display of the first special symbol is executed only when there is no second reserved memory and there is only the first reserved memory. As long as the winning order of the winning opening 13 alone and the winning order of the second starting winning opening 14 can be specified, it is not always necessary to specify the winning order to the first starting winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14. For this reason, when the variable display of the second special symbol is always executed with priority, the reserved storage specific information storage area (hold specific area) may not be provided.

  FIG. 21B is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of an area (hold buffer) for storing a random number or the like corresponding to the hold memory. As shown in FIG. 21B, a storage area corresponding to the upper limit value (4 in this example) of the first reserved storage number is secured in the first reserved storage buffer. In addition, a storage area corresponding to the upper limit value of the second reserved storage number (4 in this example) is secured in the second reserved storage buffer. The first reserved storage buffer and the second reserved storage buffer are formed in the RAM 55.

  The CPU 56 extracts a software random number (a counter value for generating a big hit type determination random number, etc.) and a random R (a big hit determination random number), and uses them as an extracted random number value as a first pending storage buffer. And the process of storing in the storage area in the holding storage buffer indicated by the start port pointer of the second holding storage buffer (step S217). Specifically, when the start port pointer indicates “first”, the CPU 56 stores the software random number and random R in the storage area corresponding to the value indicated by the first reserved memory number counter of the first reserved memory buffer. When the start port pointer indicates “second”, the software random number and random R are stored in the storage area corresponding to the value indicated by the second reserved memory number counter of the second reserved memory buffer.

  In the first reserved memory number buffer, each storage area corresponding to the first reserved memory number is a continuous address area. In the second reserved memory number buffer, each save area corresponds to the second reserved memory number. The storage area is a continuous address area. In this case, the CPU 56 recognizes the head address of the reserved memory number buffer (the first reserved memory number buffer or the second reserved memory number buffer) based on the data indicated by the start port pointer. Then, the software random number and the random R are stored in the storage area using a value obtained by multiplying the number of data per one hold memory (the number of each random number) by the hold memory number (value indicated by the hold memory number counter) as an offset value.

  In step S217, the CPU 56 extracts the values of MR1 to MR4 as software random numbers and reads the count value of the random number circuit 503 to extract the random R. Further, each of the first to eighth areas in the reserved specific area illustrated in FIG. 21A further includes two storage areas for storing the extracted random number values (a storage area corresponding to the first reserved memory and A storage area corresponding to the second reserved storage) may be formed. In the case of such a configuration, the CPU 56 confirms the value of the total pending storage number counter in the process of step S217, and the area (first through first) in the pending specific area corresponding to the count value (total pending storage number). In any one of the eighth areas), the random number value is stored in a storage area corresponding to the start winning port identified as having been won (corresponding to the data of the start port pointer). Alternatively, without providing a total pending storage number counter, each time the process of step S217 is executed, the value of the first pending storage number counter and the value of the second pending storage number counter are added, and the pending specification corresponding to the total value is added. In the area (any one of the first to eighth areas) in the area, the random number value is stored in the storage area corresponding to the start winning opening identified as having won. In the configuration in which the total pending storage number counter is provided, it is not necessary to perform processing (arithmetic processing) for adding the value of the first pending storage number counter and the value of the second pending storage number counter, and the number of processes can be reduced. In the configuration in which the memory number counter is not provided, the capacity of the RAM 55 can be reduced.

  Next, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit the start winning designation command indicated by the start port pointer (step S218). Specifically, when the starting port pointer indicates “first”, a first starting winning designation command is transmitted, and when the starting port pointer indicates “second”, the second starting winning specification is specified. Send a command. Also, a total pending storage number designation command is transmitted (step S219). Note that the total pending storage number designation command may be transmitted before the first start prize designation command or the second start prize designation command.

  When transmitting an effect control command to the effect control microcomputer 100, the CPU 56 sets the address of a command transmission table (preliminarily set for each command in the ROM) corresponding to the effect control command as a pointer. And the address of the command transmission table according to an effect control command is set to a pointer, and an effect control command is transmitted in an effect control command control process (step S29). Further, the value of the total pending storage number counter is set in the EXT data of the total pending storage number designation command.

  In step S219, the total reserved memory number designation command is configured to be transmitted to the production control microcomputer 100. However, the present invention is not limited to such a configuration, and the reserved memory number indicated by the start port pointer is indicated. A pending storage number designation command may be transmitted. Further, only the start winning designation command may be transmitted in step S218, and the total pending storage number designation command may not be transmitted in step S219.

  On the other hand, when the start port pointer indicates “second” (Y in step S221), the CPU 56 checks whether or not the bit 6 of the loaded data is 1 (step S222). If bit 6 of the loaded data is 1, data indicating “first” is set in the start port pointer (step S223), and the process proceeds to step S213. When both the bits 6 and 7 of the loaded data are 1 by the processing of steps S221 to S223, that is, when both the first start port switch 13a and the second start port switch 14a are turned on. After the processing of steps S213 to S219 is executed for the second start port switch 14a corresponding to bit 7, the processing of steps S213 to S219 is immediately executed for the first start port switch 13a corresponding to bit 6. Will be.

  In this embodiment, when both the first start port switch 13a and the second start port switch 14a are turned on, both switches are turned on by the process executed within 2 ms. A process based on this is executed. Within 2 ms (within 1 timer interrupt process), the processing of steps S213 to S219 based on both switches being turned on is completed, so the random number is extracted before the software random number increases by one. . Therefore, an accurate software random number value corresponding to the winning timing can be extracted.

  When the start port pointer does not indicate “second” (N in step S221), or when the start port pointer indicates “second” but bit 6 of the loaded data is not 1 (N in step S222) ), The process proceeds to step S231.

  In step S231, it is confirmed whether both bit 6 and bit 7 of the loaded data are 1. If bit 6 and bit 7 of the loaded data are both 1, the start port pointer is cleared (step S239), and the process ends. That is, when both the first start port switch 13a and the second start port switch 14a are in the on state, the processes after step S232 are not executed. That is, the fact that both the first start port switch 13a and the second start port switch 14a are in the on state means that in the specifying process (the process for specifying which start winning port 13, 14 has been won). Since a situation in which an erroneous determination has been made does not occur, the confirmation processing (steps S232 to S238) for confirming whether the result of the specific processing and the state of the detection signal input to the input port match is performed. Then, the start port pointer is cleared and the process is terminated.

  When both the bit 6 and the bit 7 of the loaded data are not 1 (when only one of the bits 6 and 7 is 1), the CPU 56 indicates that the start pointer indicates “second”. It is confirmed whether or not (step S232). When the start port pointer indicates “second”, it is confirmed whether or not the bit 7 of the switch-on buffer to which the detection signal of the second start port switch 14a is input is 1 (step S233). In the processing of steps S210 and S212, when bit 7 of the switch-on buffer is 1, “second” is set in the start pointer. Therefore, when the start pointer indicates “second”, bit 7 of the switch-on buffer should be “1”. If bit 7 of the switch-on buffer is 1, it is determined that the input detection of the input port is normal, and the process proceeds to step S239.

  If bit 7 of the switch-on buffer is not 1, it is inconsistent with the determination result in step S210. Therefore, in order to execute the determination process in step S210 again, the start port pointer is cleared (step S237). The switch-on buffer data is read (step S238), and the process proceeds to step S210. Note that the value of the second reserved memory number counter is incremented by 1 in step S214, and the value of the total pending memory number counter is incremented by 1 in step S219. That is, the value of the second reserved memory number counter and the value of the total reserved memory number counter are set to -1 (step S234).

  When the start port pointer does not indicate “second”, that is, when it indicates “first”, bit 6 of the switch-on buffer to which the detection signal of the first start port switch 13a is input is 1. Whether or not (step S235). In the processing of steps S210 and S211, when the bit 6 of the switch-on buffer is 1, “first” is set to the start port pointer. Therefore, when the start pointer indicates “first”, bit 6 of the switch-on buffer should be “1”. If bit 6 of the switch-on buffer is 1, it is determined that the input detection of the input port is normal, and the process proceeds to step S239.

  If bit 6 of the switch-on buffer is not 1, it is inconsistent with the determination result in step S210. Therefore, in order to re-execute the determination process in step S210, the processes in steps S237 and S238 are executed again. The process proceeds to step S210. Note that the value of the first reserved memory number counter is incremented by 1 in step S214, and the value of the total pending memory number counter is incremented by 1 in step S219. That is, the value of the first reserved memory number counter and the value of the total reserved memory number counter are set to -1 (step S236).

  In this embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 determines whether or not a winning process has occurred for a specific process based on the contents of the switch-on buffer (that is, the detection signal input to the input port 0). After executing the specifying process, when the result of the specifying process and the state of the detection signal input to the input port do not match, the specifying process is executed again. It is reliably determined whether it has occurred or whether a winning at the second start port 14 has occurred. For example, if a winning is made to the first starting port 13 when the first reserved memory number is the upper limit of 4, the winning is not considered as a valid starting winning, but the first starting When it is determined that the winning at the mouth 13 is erroneously the winning at the second starting port 14, the value of the second reserved memory number is increased (when the second reserved memory number is not 4 which is the upper limit value). ). In other words, although it should not be a valid start prize, it will be a valid start prize. In this embodiment, the possibility of such a situation is reduced.

  However, the specific process may not be configured to be executed again. In such a configuration, the processes of steps S231 to S238 may not be executed. In this case, the program capacity is reduced as compared with the case where the specific process is executed again. In the case where the specific process is not performed again, the program is configured to shift to step S239 instead of the process to shift to step S231 in FIG.

  In addition, in order to prevent a situation where the specific process is repeatedly executed indefinitely, after the specific process is repeatedly executed a predetermined number of times (for example, twice), the process of steps S231 to S238 is not executed, and the reserved storage specifying information The data stored in the storage area or the random number value stored in the reserved storage number buffer may be cleared, and the start port switch passing process may be terminated. By doing so, it is possible to prevent a situation in which the specific process is repeatedly executed indefinitely due to the influence of noise or the like and the gaming machine does not operate.

  Further, the specific process may not be executed again after the processes of steps S231 to S238 are executed. In that case, when the process of step S238 is executed, the start port switch passing process is terminated. Note that the contents of the storage area corresponding to the value of the pending storage number counter before being subtracted in the processes of steps S234 and S236 are the random numbers newly extracted when the processes of steps S214 and S216 are subsequently executed. However, when the process of step S238 is executed to finish the start port switch passing process (the same applies to the case where the process of step S238 is executed and the process proceeds to step S210 as in this embodiment). As a precaution, the contents of the storage area corresponding to the value of the pending storage number counter before being subtracted in the processing of steps S234 and S236 may be cleared.

  In addition, when the process after step S210 is performed again, if the process of step S218, S219 is performed again, a start winning designation | designated designation | designated command and a total pending | holding storage number designation | designated command will be transmitted twice. In order to avoid such a situation, when it is determined with certainty whether a winning at the first starting port 13 or a winning at the second starting port 14 has occurred (that is, at step S233). When determined as Y or when determined as Y in step S235), the start winning designation command and the total pending storage number designation command may be transmitted.

  In this embodiment, the subroutine of step S323 is executed after the processes of steps S321 and S322. However, the subroutine of step S323 is not executed, and the processes of steps S321 and S322 are continued. The process of steps S210 to S239 may be executed in the special symbol process when it is determined that N (that is, there is a start prize) in step S322.

  In the start port switch passing process, first, data indicating “first” indicating that the process is executed for the first start winning port 13 or the process for the second start winning port 14 is executed. Data indicating “second” is set in the start port pointer. In the subsequent processing, processing corresponding to the data set in the start port pointer is executed. For example, taking the process of step S214 as an example, specifically, the first reserved memory number counter and the second reserved memory number counter are formed in continuous addresses in the RAM 55, and at the beginning of the process of step S214, the first The address of the reserved memory number counter is set in the register, and the value set in the start port pointer in the register (for example, the data indicating “first” is “0” and the data indicating “second” is “1”). ”) Is added, the value of the register after the addition is used as the address of the RAM 55, and 1 is added to the data at that address. According to such processing, the target of the addition processing is the first reserved memory number counter when the data indicating “first” is set in the start port pointer, and indicates “second” in the start port pointer. When data is set, it is a second reserved memory number counter. That is, in one addition process, the value of the reserved memory number counter corresponding to the start winning opening that is turned on is automatically incremented by one. In other words, the processing for both start winning awards is made common.

  In addition, although the process of step S214 was taken as an example here, the process can be shared for the processes of step S216 and step S218. For example, data corresponding to the first start winning prize (address of the first reserved storage number buffer or command transmission table address of the first start winning designation command) is set in the register, and the start pointer is set in the register. By adding the value as an offset and setting the data based on the value of the register after the addition (in the case of step S216) and specifying the address of the command transmission table (in the case of step S218), one process is performed. , Data setting processing and command transmission table address designation can be performed.

  Further, in this embodiment, the case where the first reserved memory number buffer and the second reserved memory number buffer are separately provided is described as an example, but the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number are common. A reserved storage number buffer may be provided. FIG. 22 is an explanatory diagram of a configuration example of a common reserved memory number buffer provided in common for the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number. As shown in FIG. 22, the common reserved storage number buffer includes eight areas obtained by combining the reserved storage specifying information storage area and the random value storage area. In the common reserved storage number buffer, consecutive addresses are assigned to the reserved storage specific information storage area and the random value storage area.

  When using the common reserved memory number buffer, the CPU 56 increments the value of the reserved memory number counter indicated by the start port pointer by 1 in step S214, increments the value of the total reserved memory number counter by 1 in step S215, and then proceeds to step S216. Instead of the above process, a process of setting the data indicated by the start port pointer in the reserved storage specifying information storage area at the head of the empty area of the common reserved storage number buffer is executed. Specifically, the CPU 56 determines the position of the pointer that specifies the address of the data storage destination based on the total number of reserved memories (may be obtained by adding the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number each time). By updating, data is set in the reserved storage specific information storage area at the head of the empty area of the common reserved storage number buffer.

  When specifying the head of the free area of the common reserved memory number buffer, for example, the value obtained by multiplying the total number of reserved memories by the number of data stored in the common reserved memory number buffer per one reserved memory (that is, the A value obtained by adding one storage specific information storage area) is obtained as an address offset value, and the pointer is updated according to the obtained offset value. For example, in the example shown in FIG. 22, two data storage areas, that is, a reserved storage specifying information storage area and a random value storage area, are provided in one common reserved storage number buffer. Therefore, a value obtained by adding 1 (that is, one reserved storage specific information storage area) to the value obtained by doubling the total number of reserved storage is obtained as an address offset value, and the pointer is updated according to the obtained offset value. For example, when the total number of pending storages is 3, as shown in FIG. 22, the reserved storage specific information storage area corresponding to the offset value + 7 (a value obtained by doubling the total pending storage number 3 and adding 1). Set the data to. In this case, when the start port pointer indicates “first”, data indicating “first” is set in the reserved storage specific information storage area, and when the start port pointer indicates “second”. Sets data indicating “second” in the reserved storage specific information storage area. For example, in the common reserved storage number buffer, there are a total of three reserved storage specific information storage areas per reserved storage and two random value storage areas (for example, for jackpot type determination random numbers and jackpot determination random numbers). When a data storage area is provided, a value obtained by adding 1 (that is, one area of the reserved storage specific information storage area) to the value obtained by multiplying the total number of the reserved storage by 3 is obtained as an address offset value. The pointer may be updated according to the offset value.

  Further, when the initial position of the pointer for designating the data storage destination address is the first area of the common reserved memory number buffer (the reserved storage specific information storage area for the reserved storage 1 shown in FIG. 22), the CPU 56 May be obtained as an offset value of an address by multiplying the total number of pending storages by the number of data stored in the common pending storage number buffer for one pending storage. For example, in the example shown in FIG. 22, a value obtained by doubling the total number of pending storages may be obtained as an address offset value. Then, the CPU 56 may perform control so that the pointer is updated by setting the position of the pointer to the position moved by the offset value from the initial position. For example, in the common reserved storage number buffer, there are a total of three reserved storage specific information storage areas per reserved storage and two random value storage areas (for example, for jackpot type determination random numbers and jackpot determination random numbers). When a data storage area is provided, a value obtained by multiplying the total number of pending storages by three may be obtained as an address offset value.

  Further, instead of the process of step S217, the CPU 56 extracts software random numbers (counter values for generating big hit determination random numbers, etc.) and random R (big hit determination random numbers), and extracts them. A process of storing as a random value in a random value storage area at the head of an empty area of the common reserved storage number buffer is executed. Specifically, after setting the data in the reserved storage specific information storage area, the CPU 56 updates the position of the pointer that designates the address by one, and stores the random value in the random value storage area at the address pointed to by the updated pointer. Is stored. Note that the CPU 56 may perform the same processing for the number of types of random number values to be stored.

  23 and 24 are flowcharts showing the special symbol normal process (step S300) in the special symbol process. In the special symbol normal process, the CPU 56 can start the variation of the special symbol (when the value of the special symbol process flag is a value indicating step S300 (specifically “0”), that is, When the special symbol display is not displayed on the special symbol indicators 8a and 8b, and neither the big hit game nor the small hit is made (step S51), the total number of pending storage is confirmed (step S52). Specifically, the count value of the total pending storage number counter is confirmed.

  If the total reserved memory number is not “0”, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the second reserved memory number is larger than the first reserved memory number (step S53A). Specifically, the CPU 56 first checks whether or not both the value of the first reserved memory number counter and the value of the second reserved memory number counter are 1 or more. It is confirmed whether or not the value of the stored number counter is larger than the value of the first reserved stored number counter. If the second reserved memory number is larger than the first reserved memory number, the CPU 56 proceeds to step S53E. If the second reserved memory number is not larger than the first reserved memory number, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the first reserved memory number is larger than the second reserved memory number (step S53B). Specifically, the CPU 56 first checks whether or not both the value of the first reserved memory number counter and the value of the second reserved memory number counter are 1 or more. It is confirmed whether or not the value of the stored number counter is larger than the value of the second reserved stored number counter. If the first reserved memory number is larger than the second reserved memory number, the CPU 56 proceeds to step S53D.

  In steps S53A and S53B, when either the first reserved memory number or the second reserved memory number is 0, the CPU 56 displays a special symbol variable display corresponding to the non-zero reserved memory number. Control to run. For example, if the first reserved memory number is 1 or more and the second reserved memory number is 0, the CPU 56 controls to execute the variable display of the first special symbol. Further, if the second reserved memory number is 1 or more and the first reserved memory number is 0, the CPU 56 controls to execute the variable display of the second special symbol.

  If the first reserved memory number is not larger than the second reserved memory number (that is, if the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number are equal), the CPU 56 determines the reserved specific area (see FIG. 21A). It is confirmed whether or not the first data among the data set to “1” is data indicating “first” (step S53C).

  When the first reserved memory number is larger than the second reserved memory number (Y in Step S53B), or when the first data set in the reserved specific area is data indicating “first” (Y in Step S53C) ), The CPU 56 stores data indicating “first” in the special symbol pointer (a flag indicating whether the special symbol process is being performed for the first special symbol or the special symbol process is being performed for the second special symbol). Set (step S53D).

  When the second reserved memory number is larger than the first reserved memory number (Y in step S53A), or the first data set in the reserved specific area is not data indicating “first” (that is, “second”). CPU 56 sets data indicating “second” in the special symbol pointer (step S53E).

  As described above, by executing the processing of steps S53A to S53E, the CPU 56 gives priority to the variable display of the second special symbol when the first reserved memory number is larger than the second reserved memory number. Control is performed so as to execute variable display of one special symbol. Further, when the second reserved memory number is larger than the first reserved memory number, the CPU 56 performs control so that the variable display of the second special symbol is executed in preference to the variable display of the first special symbol. As described above, by controlling so that the variation display of the special symbol having the larger number of reserved memories is executed with priority, the situation where an invalid start winning is generated is reduced.

  Note that, for example, when the gaming state is the normal state, the first start winning opening 13 is easy to start winning, and when the gaming state is a certain change state or a short time state, the second starting winning opening 14 is configured to easily start winning. If it is determined that the total number of reserved memories is not 0, it is confirmed whether or not the probability change flag indicating the probability change state or the time reduction flag indicating the time reduction state is set. May be. If the probability variation flag or the time reduction flag is set, the process may proceed to step S53E on condition that the second reserved memory number is not 0, and the second special symbol variation display may be preferentially executed. . If the probability variation flag and the time reduction flag are not set, the process may proceed to step S53D on the condition that the first reserved memory number is not 0, and the first special symbol variation display may be preferentially executed. . By doing so, it is possible to preferentially execute the change display of the special symbol that tends to accumulate the reserved memory according to the gaming state, and it is possible to reduce the situation where an invalid start winning occurs.

  In addition, for example, the second special symbol variable display may be executed on condition that the second reserved memory number is not 0, or the first special memory is always displayed on condition that the first reserved memory number is not 0. You may make it perform the fluctuation | variation display of a symbol.

  Next, the CPU 56 reads each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the reserved memory number (first reserved memory number or second reserved memory number) = 1 indicated by the special symbol pointer and stores it in the random number buffer area of the RAM 55. In addition to storing (step S54), the value of the reserved memory number (the value of the reserved memory number counter (the value of the first reserved memory number counter or the second reserved memory number counter) indicated by the special symbol pointer) is decreased by 1 and each saved The contents of the area are shifted (step S55), that is, the storage area corresponding to the reserved memory number (first reserved memory number or second reserved memory number) indicated by the special symbol pointer = n (n = 2, 3, 4). Are stored in the storage area corresponding to the reserved memory number (first reserved memory number or second reserved memory number) indicated by the special symbol pointer = n−1. The value of the retained memory number counter is decreased by 1 (step S56) Note that, as described above, in the storage area corresponding to the reserved memory number (total reserved memory number), the "first start prize" or "second start prize" The CPU 56 saves (stores) data indicating “the first start winning” based on the data indicating “the first starting winning” or “the second starting winning”. It is possible to recognize whether the change is based on the first special symbol or the second special symbol based on the “second start prize”.

  Next, the CPU 56 confirms the current gaming state (whether the gaming state is a normal gaming state, a probable change state or a short time state, or has been shifted to a chance mode, etc.), and transmits a background designation command corresponding to the gaming state. The control to perform is executed (step S57).

  Next, the CPU 56 reads a random R (a jackpot determination random number) from the random number buffer area (step S61), and executes a jackpot determination module (step S62). The big hit judgment module compares the big hit judgment value (see Fig. 7) determined in advance with the random number for big hit judgment, and if they match, the big hit (normal big hit, probability variation big hit or sudden probability variation big hit) or small hit This is a program for executing the process to be determined.

  When the gaming state is a probable change state, the CPU 56 uses the jackpot determination value in the table in which the jackpot determination value as shown in FIG. 7B is set, and the gaming state is the normal state or the short time state (that is, In the case of a non-probable variation state, the jackpot determination value in the table in which the jackpot determination value as shown in FIG. 7A is set is used.

  When it is determined to be a big hit (step S63), the process proceeds to step S71. Note that deciding whether or not to win a jackpot means deciding whether or not to shift to the jackpot gaming state, but in the stop symbol in the first special symbol display 8a or in the second special symbol display 8b. It is also determined whether or not the stop symbol is a big hit symbol.

  In step S71, the CPU 56 sets a big hit flag indicating that it is a big hit. Then, the big hit type determination random number is read from the random number buffer area (step S72), and based on the big hit type determination random number, using the big hit type determination table shown in FIG. "," Probability ") is determined (step S73). The jackpot type determination table is divided into a table for the first special symbol and a table for the second special symbol, so that the CPU 56 indicates that the data indicated by the special symbol pointer is “ It is confirmed whether it is “first” or “second”, and a table for determining the jackpot type is selected.

  Next, when it is determined that the probability variation big hit is made, the CPU 56 sets a probability variation big hit flag indicating that it is a probability variation big hit (steps S74 and S75). Further, the stop symbol of the special symbol is determined to be a probability variation symbol (“7”) (step S76). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the variation pattern setting process (step S301) (step S86).

  When the sudden probability change big hit is determined, the CPU 56 sets a sudden probability change big hit flag indicating that it is sudden probability change big hit (steps S77, S78). Further, the stop symbol of the special symbol is suddenly determined to be a probable variation symbol (“1”) (step S79). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the variation pattern setting process (step S301) (step S86).

  Further, when the sudden probability variation big hit is not determined (that is, when it is determined to be the normal big hit), the CPU 56 determines the stop symbol of the special symbol as the non-probable variation symbol (“3”) ( Step S80). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the variation pattern setting process (step S301) (step S86).

  If it is determined not to be a big hit (N in step S63), if it is determined to be a small hit, the CPU 56 sets a small hit flag indicating a small hit (steps S81 and S82). Also, the stop symbol of the special symbol is determined as the small hit symbol (“5”) (step S83). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the variation pattern setting process (step S301) (step S86).

  When not making a small hit (N in step S81), the CPU 56 reads out the design random number for losing design from the random number buffer area (step S84), and determines the stop design based on the random design design random number (step S85). . In this case, the off symbol (“2”, “4”, “6”, “8”, “9”, “−”) is determined. Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the variation pattern setting process (step S301) (step S86).

  In this embodiment, it is determined whether or not to make a big hit based on a big hit determination random number, and when it is decided to make a big hit, a predetermined big hit type based on the big hit type determining random number (ie, The types of non-probable big hits, probable big hits, and suddenly probable big hits are determined. However, whether or not to make a big hit and the type of big hit may be determined based on a random number for determining big hits.

  FIG. 25 is a flowchart showing the variation pattern setting process (step S301) in the special symbol process. In the variation pattern setting process, the CPU 56 first determines whether or not the big hit flag is set (step S91). If the big hit flag is set (Y in step S91), the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the sudden probability change big hit flag is set (step S92). If the sudden probability variation jackpot flag is set (Y in step S92), the CPU 56 sets a sudden probability variation jackpot variation pattern determination table (see FIG. 10) as a variation pattern determination table for determining the variation pattern (step 10). S93). Then, the process proceeds to step S102. If the sudden probability change big hit flag is not set (N in step S92), the CPU 56 sets a big hit variation pattern determination table (see FIG. 8) as a variation pattern determination table for determining a variation pattern (step S94). . Then, the process proceeds to step S102.

  If the big hit flag is not set (N in step S91), the CPU 56 checks whether or not the small hit flag is set (step S95). If the small hit flag is set (Y in step S95), the CPU 56 determines to use the small hit variation pattern (variation pattern # 37 shown in FIG. 11) (step S96). Then, the process proceeds to step S104.

  If the small hit flag is not set (N in step S95), the CPU 56 sets a deviation variation pattern determination table (see FIG. 9) as a variation pattern determination table for determining a variation pattern (step S97). Then, the process proceeds to step S102.

  In step S102, the CPU 56 reads out a random number MR3 (variation pattern determining random value) for determining a variation pattern from the random number storage buffer. Then, based on the value of the random number MR3 for determining the variation pattern read out in step S102, the variation pattern is set to one of a plurality of types by referring to the table set in any of steps S93, S94, and S97. Determine (step S103).

  When the process of step S103 is executed using the sudden probability variation big hit variation pattern determination table set in step S93, the CPU 56 selects one of the sudden probability variation big hit variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. By determining the variation pattern, it is also determined whether or not to execute the pseudo continuous variation mode effect. That is, when the variation pattern # 32 shown in FIG. 10 is determined, it is determined that the pseudo continuous variation mode effect is not executed, and when any of the variation patterns # 33 to # 36 illustrated in FIG. 10 is determined. Is determined to execute the pseudo continuous variation mode effect.

  In this embodiment, a case is shown in which the game control microcomputer 560 determines whether or not to execute the pseudo continuous variation mode effect by determining the variation pattern, but the effect control microcomputer 100 side. It may be determined whether or not the pseudo continuous variation mode effect is executed. In this case, for example, the production control microcomputer 100 receives a variation pattern command for designating a variation pattern for sudden probability variation big hit from the game control microcomputer 560, and performs pseudo-continuous by lottery processing using random numbers. It may be determined whether or not to execute the variation mode effect.

  In step S104, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a symbol variation designation command indicating the variation of the special symbol. Specifically, when the data indicating “first start prize” is set in the storage area, the CPU 56 transmits a first symbol variation designation command indicating the variation of the first special symbol, and stores the data in the storage region. When data indicating “second start winning” is set, a second symbol variation designation command indicating variation of the second special symbol is transmitted.

  Further, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a variation pattern command according to the variation pattern determined in steps S93, S96, and S103 to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S105). Note that the special symbol variation time (variable display time) is determined by the processing of steps S93, S96, and S103.

  Note that the order in which the processes of steps S104 to S106 are executed is not limited to the order shown in this embodiment. That is, in this embodiment, the case of transmitting to the effect control microcomputer 100 in the order of the symbol variation designation command and the variation pattern command has been shown, but these commands are sent in an order other than the order shown in this embodiment. You may make it transmit.

  Then, according to the setting of the special symbol pointer, the first special symbol or the second special symbol starts to change (step S107). For example, a start flag referred to in the special symbol display control process in step S33 is set. In addition, in the special symbol display control process of step S33 without using the start flag or the end flag, when controlling the variation of the special symbol based only on the value of the special symbol process flag, in step S107, the CPU 56 A flag indicating whether the first special symbol or the second special symbol is changed may be set. Further, a value corresponding to the variation time corresponding to the selected variation pattern is set in the variation time timer formed in the RAM 55 (step S108). Note that the region (variation time timer) in which the variation time is set is the same both when the variation of the first special symbol is performed and when the variation of the second special symbol is performed. Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the display result specifying command transmission process (step S302) (step S109).

  In step S107, if data indicating "first start prize" is set in the storage area, the CPU 56 starts the variation of the first special symbol and sets "second start prize" in the storage area. When the data to be shown is set, the variation of the second special symbol is started.

  In this embodiment, the special symbol process is used for both the first special symbol and the second special symbol. That is, the special symbol process is also shared. Therefore, an area for storing the special symbol process processing program in the ROM 54 is also saved. Further, for example, the variable time timer (formed in the RAM 55) set in step S108 is shared by the first special symbol and the second special symbol, which leads to a capacity saving of the RAM 55.

  FIG. 26 is a flowchart showing the display result specifying command transmission process (step S302). In the display result specifying command transmission process, the CPU 56 performs one of the presentation control commands 1 to 5 designated for the display result 1 (see FIG. 15) according to the determined type of loss, big hit, small hit, or big hit. ) Is transmitted. Specifically, the CPU 56 first checks whether or not the big hit flag is set (step S110). If it is not set, it is checked whether or not the small hit flag is set (step S116). If the small hit flag is not set, control is performed to transmit a display result 1 designation command (step S118). ). When the small hit flag is set, control is performed to transmit a display result 5 designation command (steps S116 and S117). When the big hit flag is set, when the probability variation big hit flag is set, control for transmitting the display result 3 designation command is performed (steps S111 and S112). If the probability variation jackpot flag is not set and the probability variation jackpot flag is not suddenly set, control for transmitting a display result 2 designation command is performed (steps S113 and S114). When the sudden probability big hit flag is set, control for transmitting a display result 4 designation command is performed (step S115).

  Next, a total pending storage number subtraction designation command designating that the total pending storage number is subtracted by 1 is transmitted (step S119). Instead of transmitting the total pending storage number subtraction designation command, a total pending storage number designation command for designating the total pending storage number after subtraction may be transmitted.

  Then, the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol changing process (step S303) (step S120).

  FIG. 27 is a flowchart showing the special symbol changing process (step S303) in the special symbol process. In the special symbol changing process, the CPU 56 subtracts 1 from the variable time timer (step S121), and when the variable time timer times out (step S122), the symbol stop time (stop time of the special symbol stop symbol; For example, 1 second) is set and started (step S123).

  Then, the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol stop process (step S304) (step S124). If the variable time timer has not timed out, the process ends.

  28 and 29 are flowcharts showing the special symbol stop process (step S304) in the special symbol process. In the special symbol stop process, the CPU 56 sets the end flag referred to in the special symbol display control process in step S33 to end the variation of the special symbol, and the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b. Then, a control for deriving and displaying a stop symbol is performed (step S130). When data indicating “first start prize” is set in the storage area, the variation of the first special symbol is terminated, and data indicating “second start prize” is set in the storage area. To end the variation of the second special symbol.

  Next, the CPU 56 checks whether or not a symbol confirmation designation command transmission completion flag indicating that the symbol confirmation designation command has been transmitted is set (step S131A). If set, the process proceeds to step S132A. If not set, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a symbol confirmation designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S131B), and sets a symbol confirmation designation command transmitted flag (step S131C). Then, the process proceeds to step S132A.

  Note that the symbol confirmation designation command is a common command that is used when both the first special symbol and the second special symbol are designated to stop, but the first special symbol designation (stop) is designated. A symbol confirmation designation command and a second symbol confirmation designation command for designating stop (determination) of the second special symbol may be provided. In this case, for example, when N is determined in step S131A, it is specified whether the data indicating “first start prize” or the data indicating “second start prize” is set in the storage area, and corresponds. A symbol determination designation command may be transmitted.

  Next, the CPU 56 subtracts 1 from the value of the stop time timer (step S132A), and checks whether the value of the stop time timer has become 0 (timed out) (step S132B). When the value of the stop time timer is not 0 (when not timed out), the processing is terminated as it is. When the value of the stop time timer becomes 0, the processing after step S133A is executed.

  Next, the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the big hit flag is set (step S133). If set, the CPU 56 resets the probability variation flag and the time reduction flag (step S134), and performs control to transmit a jackpot start designation command (step S135). Specifically, when the probability variation big hit flag is set, a big hit start 3 designation command is transmitted, and when the probability variation big hit flag is suddenly set, a big hit 4 designation command is transmitted, and the probability variation big hit flag and suddenly If the probability variation jackpot flag is not set, a jackpot start 1 designation command is transmitted.

  In addition, a value corresponding to the big hit display time (time for notifying the occurrence of the big hit in the effect display device 9, for example) is set in the pre-round start timer (step S136). Note that the jackpot display time is different for the 15-round jackpot and the 2-round jackpot. Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the pre-winner opening pre-processing (step S305) (step S139).

  When the big hit flag is not set (N in Step S133), the CPU 56 checks whether or not the probability variation flag is set (Step S139A). If it is set, the process proceeds to step S139F. If not set, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the time reduction flag is set (step S139B). If it is set, 1 is subtracted from the time-count counter for counting the number of times that the special symbols and decorative symbols are displayed in the time-saving state (step S139C), and the value of the time-count counter after subtraction is 0 or not. (Step S139D). If the value of the time reduction counter is 0, the time reduction flag is reset (step S139E). In this embodiment, the time reduction state is continued until the transition of the special symbol 100 times is completed after the transition to the time reduction state.

  Next, the CPU 56 checks whether or not a chance mode flag indicating that the effect mode is the chance mode is set (step S139F). If not set, the process proceeds to step S139J. If it is set, the CPU 56 subtracts 1 from the chance mode counter for counting the number of times the special symbols and decorative symbols are displayed in the chance mode state (step S139G), and the value of the chance mode counter after the subtraction is obtained. Is confirmed to be 0 (step S139H). If the value of the chance mode number counter is 0, the chance mode flag is reset (step S139I). In this embodiment, the chance mode is continued after the special mode is shifted to the chance mode until the 20th special symbol variation is completed.

  Next, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the probability variation flag is set (step S139J). If it is set, the process proceeds to step S139N. If the probability variation flag is not set, the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the variation pattern is accompanied by a pseudo continuous variation effect (except for those involving super reach A and super reach B) (step S139K). . Specifically, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the variation pattern determined in step S103 is any one of the variation patterns # 19, # 20, # 23, # 24, # 27, and # 28 shown in FIG. . In addition, in the pseudo continuous variation mode production at the time of sudden probability change big hit, in addition to the production of the same manner as the normal reach, the production of the same manner as the super reach A and the super reach B is also performed, in step S139K, the super Regardless of whether or not it is accompanied by reach A or super reach B, it may be confirmed whether or not the variation pattern is accompanied by a pseudo continuous variation effect.

  When the variation pattern is accompanied by a pseudo continuous variation effect and does not involve Super Reach A or Super Reach B (Y in Step S139K), the CPU 56 sets a chance mode flag (Step S139L), The production mode is shifted to the chance mode state. Further, the CPU 56 sets a predetermined value (for example, 20) in the chance mode number counter (step S139M).

  As described above, by executing the processes of steps S139J to S139M, the effect mode is changed to the chance mode after the effect symbol change display accompanied with the pseudo continuous change effect ends. In addition, the background of the display screen of the effect display device 9 is changed to a background indicating that the chance mode is being performed. Then, the chance mode is continued until the change of the special symbol 20 times is finished after the effect mode is shifted to the chance mode. However, when the state has already been changed to the probability change state and the background of the display screen of the effect display device 9 has been changed to the background indicating that the probability change state is in effect, control is performed so as not to change to the chance mode by the process of step S139J. The

  Next, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the small hit flag is set (step S133N). If not set, the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol normal process (step S300) (step S140). If set, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a big hit start 2 designation command (step S141). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the small hit release pre-processing (step S309) (step S142).

  FIG. 30 is a flowchart showing the jackpot end process (step S308) in the special symbol process. In the jackpot end process, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the jackpot end display timer is set (step S150). If the jackpot end display timer is set, the process proceeds to step S154. If the jackpot end display timer is not set, the jackpot flag is reset (step S151), and control for transmitting a jackpot end designation command is performed (step S152). Here, when the probability variation jackpot flag is set, a jackpot end 2 designation command is transmitted, and when the probability variation jackpot flag is set suddenly, a jackpot termination 3 designation command is transmitted, and the probability variation jackpot flag and sudden probability variation are transmitted. When the jackpot flag is not set, a jackpot end 1 designation command is transmitted. Then, a value corresponding to the display time corresponding to the time during which the big hit end display is performed on the effect display device 9 (big hit end display time) is set in the big hit end display timer (step S153), and the processing is ended. It should be noted that the display time set in step S153 depends on which variation pattern is selected at the time of the big hit type or the big hit (for example, whether the variation pattern for sudden probability variation big hit with pseudo-continuous mode effect is selected). And is set as the jackpot end display time.

  In step S154, 1 is subtracted from the value of the big hit end display timer. Then, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the value of the jackpot end display timer is 0, that is, whether or not the jackpot end display time has elapsed (step S155). If not, the process ends. If it has elapsed, it is confirmed whether or not the probability variation big hit flag is set (step S156).

  If the probability variation jackpot flag is set, the set flag (probability variation jackpot flag) is reset (step S157), the probability variation flag is set, and the gaming state is shifted to the probability variation state (step S158). Next, the CPU 56 sets a time reduction flag (step S159). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the special symbol normal process (step S300) (step S160).

  When the probability variation jackpot flag is not set (N in step S156), it is confirmed whether or not the probability variation jackpot flag is suddenly set (step S161). If the sudden probability change jackpot flag is set, the set flag (sudden probability change jackpot flag) is reset (step S162), and the chance mode flag is set to shift to the chance mode state (step S163A). Further, the CPU 56 sets a predetermined value (for example, 20) in the chance mode number counter (step S163B). Further, the probability variation flag is set, and the gaming state is shifted to the probability variation state (step S164). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the special symbol normal process (step S300) (step S160).

  If the sudden probability big hit flag has not been set (N in step S161), the CPU 56 sets a predetermined value (100 in this embodiment) to the hour / count counter (step S165). Also, a time reduction flag is set (step S159). In other words, in this embodiment, after the normal big hit gaming state is finished, the gaming state is controlled to the time-saving state until the predetermined number of times (for example, 100 times) of the variable display is finished. Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the special symbol normal process (step S300) (step S160).

  FIG. 31 is a flowchart showing the small hit end process (step S311) in the special symbol process. In the small hit end process, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the small hit end display timer is set (step S170). If the small hit end display timer is set, the process proceeds to step S174. If the small hit end display timer is not set, the small hit flag is reset (step S171). Then, the small hit end display timer sets a value corresponding to the display time corresponding to the time during which the small hit end display is performed in the effect display device 9 (small hit end display time) in the small hit end display timer ( Step S173), the process is terminated. Note that the count switch detection time shown in FIG. 31 is a time sufficient for the game ball to be detected by the count switch 23 after winning the big winning opening.

  In step S174, 1 is subtracted from the value of the small hit end display timer. Then, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the value of the small hit end display timer is 0, that is, whether or not the small hit end display time has elapsed (step S175). If not, the process ends. If it has elapsed, the chance mode flag is set to shift to the chance mode state (step S176A). Further, the CPU 56 sets a predetermined value (for example, 20) in the chance mode number counter (step S176B). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the special symbol normal process (step S300) (step S177).

  Next, the operation of the effect control means will be described. FIG. 32 is a flowchart showing a main process executed by the effect control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the effect control CPU 101) mounted on the effect control board 80. The effect control CPU 101 starts executing the main process when the power is turned on. In the main processing, first, initialization processing is performed for clearing the RAM area, setting various initial values, and initializing a timer for determining the activation control activation interval (for example, 2 ms) (step S701). . Thereafter, the effect control CPU 101 proceeds to a loop process for monitoring a timer interrupt flag (step S702). When a timer interrupt occurs, the effect control CPU 101 sets a timer interrupt flag in the timer interrupt process. If the timer interrupt flag is set in the main process, the effect control CPU 101 clears the flag (step S703) and executes the following effect control process.

  In the effect control process, the effect control CPU 101 first analyzes the received effect control command and performs a process of setting a flag according to the received effect control command (command analysis process: step S704). Next, the effect control CPU 101 performs effect control process processing (step S705). In the effect control process, the process corresponding to the current control state (effect control process flag) is selected from the processes corresponding to the control state, and display control of the effect display device 9 is executed.

  Next, a first decorative symbol display control process is performed (step S706). In the first decorative symbol display control process, display control of the first decorative symbol display 9a is executed. Further, a second decorative symbol display control process is performed (step S707). In the second decorative symbol display control process, display control of the second decorative symbol display 9b is executed. Further, a hold storage display control process for controlling the display state of the combined hold storage display area is executed (step S708). In addition, a random number update process for updating each random number for determining a design, an effect, and the like is executed (step S709). Further, a notification control process for performing notification (for example, abnormal notification such as abnormal winning) using an effect device such as the effect display device 9 is executed (step S710). Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S702. As in the special symbol process executed by the game control microcomputer 560, the first ornament symbol display control process and the second ornament symbol display control process are made common, that is, realized by one program module. Thus, the capacity of the program executed by the production control microcomputer 100 may be reduced. In this case, the production control microcomputer 100 changes either the first decorative symbol or the second decorative symbol based on the symbol variation designation command received from the game control microcomputer 560 in the common ornament symbol display control process. And control to output a display signal to the decorative symbol displays 9a and 9b corresponding to the specified decorative symbol.

  FIG. 33 is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of a command reception buffer for storing the effect control command received from the game control microcomputer 560 of the main board 31. In this example, a command reception buffer of a ring buffer type capable of storing six 2-byte configuration effect control commands is used. Therefore, the command reception buffer is configured by a 12-byte area of reception command buffers 1 to 12. A command reception number counter indicating in which area the received command is stored is used. The command reception number counter takes a value from 0 to 11. The ring buffer format is not necessarily required.

  The effect control command transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560 is received by an interrupt process based on the effect control INT signal, and is stored in a buffer area formed in the RAM. In the command analysis process, it is analyzed which command (see FIGS. 15 and 16) the effect control command stored in the buffer area is.

  34 to 36 are flowcharts showing specific examples of command analysis processing (step S704). The effect control command received from the main board 31 is stored in the reception command buffer, but in the command analysis process, the effect control CPU 101 confirms the contents of the command stored in the command reception buffer.

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

  If the received effect control command is an effect control command (background specifying command: 9500 (H) to 9503 (H)) for specifying the background in the effect display device 9 (Y in step S614), the effect control CPU 101 A background display state flag corresponding to the content of the background designation command is set (step S615). Specifically, if the background specification command is the normal state background specification command, the background display state flag in the normal state is set, and if the background specification command is the probability change state background specification command, the background display state in the probability change state Set the flag, set the background display state flag when the background specification command is in the time reduction state if the background specification command is the background specification command, and set the background when in the chance mode state if the background specification command is the chance mode background specification command Set the display status flag.

  If the received effect control command is a variation pattern command (step S616), the effect control CPU 101 stores the variation pattern command in a variation pattern command storage area formed in the RAM (step S617). Then, a variation pattern command reception flag is set (step S618).

  If the received effect control command is a display result specifying command (step S619), the effect control CPU 101 stores the display result specifying command in a display result specifying command storage area formed in the RAM (step S620). .

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

  If the received effect control command is one of the jackpot start 1-4 designation commands (step S623), the effect control CPU 101 sets the jackpot start 1-4 designation command reception flag (step S624).

  If the received effect control command is the first symbol variation designation command (step S625), the first symbol variation designation command reception flag is set (step S626). If the received effect control command is the second symbol variation designation command (step S627), the second symbol variation designation command reception flag is set (step S628).

  If the received effect control command is a power-on specification command (initialization specification command) (step S629), the effect control CPU 101 displays an initial screen indicating that the initialization process has been executed on the effect display device 9. Control is performed (step S630). The initial screen includes an initial display of predetermined production symbols. Further, an initial notification flag is set (step S631), and a value corresponding to the initial notification period value is set in the period timer (step S632). The initial notification period is a period in which initialization notification is performed in response to reception of the initialization designation command. The effect control CPU 101 ends the initialization notification when the initial notification period elapses. The initial notification period is the same as the prohibition period set by the game control microcomputer 560 in step S45.

  Further, if the received effect control command is a power failure recovery designation command (step S633), a predetermined power failure recovery screen (a screen for displaying information notifying the player that the gaming state is continuing) is displayed. Display control is performed (step S634), and a power failure recovery flag is set (step S635).

  If the received effect control command is one of the jackpot end 1-3 designation commands (step S641), the effect control CPU 101 sets one of the jackpot end 1-3 designation command reception flags (step S642).

  If the received production control command is a combined pending storage number designation command (step S653), the presentation control CPU 101 uses the second byte data (EXT data) of the combined pending storage number designation command as a combined pending storage number storage area. (Step S654). If the CPU 101 for effect control receives the same total pending storage number designation command twice without receiving the total pending storage count subtraction designation command, it discards the first total pending storage count designation command received. (For example, the total pending storage number storage area is once cleared, and the EXT data of the total pending storage number designation command received second time may be stored in the total pending storage number storage area.

  If the received effect control command is the first start winning designation command (step S655), the effect control CPU 101 sets the first start winning flag (step S656). If the received effect control command is the second start winning designation command (step S657), the effect control CPU 101 sets the second start winning flag (step S658). If the received effect control command is a combined pending storage number subtraction designation command (step S659), the effect control CPU 101 sets a combined pending storage number subtraction designation command reception flag (step S660).

  If the received effect control command is another command, the effect control CPU 101 sets a flag corresponding to the received effect control command (step S663). Then, control goes to a step S611.

  In addition, in step S219 of FIG. 19, instead of the process of transmitting the combined reserved memory number designation command to the production control microcomputer 100, a reserved memory number designation command indicating the number of reserved memories indicated by the start port pointer is transmitted. If configured as described above, in step S654, processing for storing the reserved storage number designation command in a predetermined storage area (holding storage number storage area) is performed.

  Further, in step S219 in FIG. 19, in a case where it is configured not to perform the process of transmitting the total pending storage number designation command to the production control microcomputer 100, in the case of N in step S651, the process of step S655 is performed. Transition. Then, the production control CPU 101 recognizes whether the first start prize or the second start prize has occurred based on the contents of the start prize designation command (first start prize designation command or second start prize designation command). (Steps S655 and S657) When the first start winning is recognized, the data in the total pending storage number storage area is updated (updated to data corresponding to the value indicating the current total pending storage number). Then, the value of the first start winning counter is incremented by one. Further, when it is recognized that the second start winning is generated, the data in the total pending storage number storage area is updated and the value of the second start winning counter is incremented by one. According to such a configuration, it is not necessary to transmit the total pending storage number designation command, the number of commands can be reduced, and the processing load on the CPU 56 and the effect control CPU 101 can be reduced.

  FIG. 37 is a flowchart showing the effect control process (step S705) in the main process shown in FIG. In the effect control process, the effect control CPU 101 performs one of steps S800 to S807 according to the value of the effect control process flag. In each process, the following process is executed.

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

  Production symbol variation start processing (step S801): Control is performed so that the variation of the ornament symbol (first ornament symbol or second ornament symbol) and the effect symbol is started. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the effect symbol changing process (step S802).

  Production symbol variation processing (step S802): Controls the switching timing of each variation state (variation speed) constituting the variation pattern and monitors the end of the variation time. When the variation time ends, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the effect symbol variation stop process (step S803).

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

  Big hit display processing (step S804): After the end of the variation time, the effect display device 9 is controlled to display a screen for notifying the occurrence of the big hit (including the notification of the occurrence of the big hit). In the case of suddenly probable big hit, in the big hit display process, an effect corresponding to the pseudo continuous variation mode effect (for example, an effect that the effect symbol is fluctuated or a predetermined sound effect is output from the speaker 27). May be executed. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the in-round processing (step S805).

  In-round processing (step S805): Display control during round is performed. For example, when a special winning opening opening designation command indicating that the special winning opening is open is received, display control of the number of rounds is performed. In the case of suddenly probable big hit, an effect corresponding to the quasi-continuous variation mode effect (for example, an effect that the effect symbol is fluctuated or a predetermined sound effect is output from the speaker 27) during the round process. May be executed. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the round post-processing (step S806).

  Post-round processing (step S806): Display control between rounds is performed. For example, when a designation command after opening the big prize opening indicating that the big prize opening is after being opened (closed) is received, an interval display is performed. In the case of suddenly probable big hit, in the post-round processing, an effect corresponding to the pseudo continuous variation mode effect (for example, an effect that the effect pattern is fluctuated or a predetermined sound effect is output from the speaker 27). May be executed. If there are still rounds, the value of the production control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the in-round processing (step S805), and if all rounds are finished, the value of the production control process flag is a big hit. The value is updated to a value corresponding to the end effect process (step S807).

  Big hit end effect processing (step S807): Control of the big hit end display after the big hit game ends. For example, when an ending command specifying the end of the big hit is received, an ending effect is executed. In the case of suddenly probable big hit, in the big hit end production process, the production corresponding to the pseudo continuous variation mode production (for example, the production in the same manner as the production symbol variation display is started, and the re-variation of the production symbol is also performed. There is a case where an effect as if the user has started is executed. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800).

  FIG. 38 is a flowchart showing a variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) in the effect control process. In the variation pattern command reception waiting process, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the variation pattern command reception flag is set (step S811). If the variation pattern command reception flag is set, the variation pattern command reception flag is reset (step S812). Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the effect symbol variation start process (step S801) (step S813).

  FIG. 39 is a flowchart showing the effect symbol variation start process (step S801) in the effect control process. In the effect symbol variation start process, the effect control CPU 101 reads the variation pattern command from the variation pattern command storage area (step S821).

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 determines whether or not the read variation pattern command is a variation pattern for sudden probability variation big hits (variation patterns # 33 and # 34 shown in FIG. 10) with a pseudo continuous variation mode effect that does not include normal reach. Is confirmed (step S821A). If it is a variation pattern for sudden probabilistic big hits with a pseudo continuous variation mode effect that does not include normal reach, the effect control CPU 101 indicates that a pseudo continuous variation mode effect that does not include normal reach is to be executed. Is set (step S821B).

  If it is not a variation pattern for sudden probability variation jackpot with a pseudo continuous variation mode effect that does not include normal reach, the effect control CPU 101 uses the variation pattern command that has been read for variation for sudden probability variation jackpot with a pseudo continuous variation mode effect including normal reach. It is confirmed whether or not the pattern (variation patterns # 35 and # 36 shown in FIG. 10) (step S821C). If it is a variation pattern for sudden probable big hits with a pseudo continuous variation mode effect including normal reach, the effect control CPU 101 sets a pseudo continuous mode execution flag with reach indicating that a pseudo continuous variation mode effect including normal reach is executed. (Step S821D).

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the first symbol variation designation command reception flag is set (step S822). If the first symbol variation designation command reception flag is set, the first symbol variation designation command reception flag is reset (step S823), and the first ornament symbol variation indicating that the variation of the first ornament symbol is started. A request flag is set (step S824). Then, for example, a value corresponding to 0.5 seconds is set in the decorative symbol switching timer for determining the switching timing of the lighting LED (step S825). Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S828.

  If the first symbol variation designation command reception flag is not set, the second symbol variation designation command reception flag should be set. Therefore, the effect control CPU 101 resets the second symbol variation designation command reception flag (step S826A), and sets the second symbol variation request flag indicating that the variation of the second symbol variation is started (step S826B). At the same time, a second reserved memory number subtraction flag indicating that the second reserved memory number is decremented by 1 is set (step S826C). Then, for example, a value corresponding to 0.5 seconds is set in the decorative symbol switching timer for determining the switching timing of the lighting LED (step S827). Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S828.

  In step S828, the CPU 101 for effect control determines the stop symbol of the effect symbol to be derived and displayed when the change is stopped, based on the contents of the received display result specifying command, the contents of the change pattern command, and the like. Then, the CPU 101 for effect control includes a process table (display control execution data for executing display control of the effect display device 9, lamp control execution data for executing lamp lighting control, and speaker 27 according to the effect control pattern (variation pattern). (Sound number data for controlling the voice output) and a table in which a plurality of process data composed of process timer set values in which the time for executing each control is set are selected (step S831). Then, the production control CPU 101 sets the process timer set value in the process data of the selected process table (data constituting the process table) to the process timer and starts the process timer (step S832).

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 performs the effect device (the effect display device 9 as the effect component, the effect component as the effect component according to the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound number data 1). Control of the various lamps and the speaker 27) as a production component is executed (step S833). For example, a command is output to the VDP 109 in order to display an image according to the variation pattern on the effect display device 9. In addition, a control signal (lamp control execution data) is output to the lamp driver board 35 in order to perform on / off control of various lamps. In addition, a control signal (sound number data) is output to the sound output board 70 in order to output sound from the speaker 27.

  In step S833, the production control CPU 101 uses process data corresponding to variation patterns (variation patterns # 1 to # 12 shown in FIG. 8 and variation patterns # 19 to # 30 shown in FIG. 9) accompanied by a pseudo continuous variation effect. When the effect device is controlled in accordance with the content of 1, the effect display device 9 starts the effect symbol change display (see FIG. 12) with the pseudo continuous change effect.

  In step S833, when the CPU 101 for effect control controls the effect device according to the contents of the process data 1 according to the variation pattern for the sudden probability variation big hit in the normal mode (variation pattern # 32 shown in FIG. 10). In the effect display device 9, the normal display of the effect symbol (without the pseudo continuous change effect) is started. In step S833, the effect control CPU 101 controls the effect device according to the contents of the process data 1 according to the variation pattern for sudden probability variation big hits (variation patterns # 33, # 35 shown in FIG. 10) that does not include re-variation. When performing, the effect display device 9 starts to display normal effect symbol variation display. Further, in step S833, the effect control CPU 101 performs the effect device in accordance with the contents of the process data 1 corresponding to the change pattern for the sudden probability change big hit including change once (change patterns # 34 and # 36 shown in FIG. 10). When performing the above control, the effect display device 9 starts to display the effect symbol including one re-change.

  In this embodiment, the effect control CPU 101 performs control so that the effect symbol is variably displayed by the change pattern corresponding to the change pattern command on a one-to-one basis. The variation pattern to be used may be selected from a plurality of types of variation patterns corresponding to.

  Then, a value corresponding to the variation time specified by the variation pattern command is set in the variation time timer (step S836), and the value of the effect control process flag is set to a value corresponding to the effect symbol variation process (step S802). (Step S837).

  FIG. 40 is a flowchart showing the effect symbol changing process (step S802) in the effect control process. In the effect symbol variation process, the effect control CPU 101 subtracts 1 from the value of the process timer (step S841) and subtracts 1 from the value of the variation time timer (step S842).

  Next, when the process timer times out (Y in step S843), the effect control CPU 101 switches the process data (step S844). At this time, the process timer setting value set next in the process table is set in the process timer. The effect control CPU 101 starts the next process timer (step S845). Then, the effect control CPU 101 changes the control state of the effect device based on the next set display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data (step S847).

  In step S847, the effect control CPU 101 uses process data corresponding to the change patterns (change patterns # 1 to # 12 shown in FIG. 8 and change patterns # 19 to # 30 shown in FIG. 9) accompanied by the pseudo continuous change effect. When the effect device is controlled in accordance with the contents of, the effect display device 9 performs effect symbol change display (see FIG. 12) accompanied by a pseudo continuous change effect.

  In step S847, the effect control CPU 101 controls the effect device in accordance with the content of the process data according to the variation pattern for sudden probability variation big hit in the normal mode (variation pattern # 32 shown in FIG. 10). In the effect display device 9, the normal display of the effect symbol (without the pseudo continuous change effect) is executed. In step S847, the effect control CPU 101 controls the effect device in accordance with the contents of the process data corresponding to the variation pattern for sudden probability variation big hits (variation patterns # 33 and # 35 shown in FIG. 10) not including re-variation. When performing, the effect display apparatus 9 performs the normal display of the effect design. Furthermore, in step S847, the effect control CPU 101 determines the effect of the effect device according to the content of the process data corresponding to the variation pattern for sudden probability variation big hit including variation once (variation patterns # 34 and # 36 shown in FIG. 10). When the control is performed, the effect display device 9 displays the effect symbol including one re-change.

  If the variation time timer has timed out (step S848), the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the effect symbol variation stop process (step S803) (step S850). Even if the variable time timer has not timed out, if the confirmation command reception flag indicating that the symbol confirmation designation command has been received is set (step S849), the process proceeds to step S850. Even if the variation time timer has not timed out, if the symbol confirmation designation command is received, the process shifts to control to stop variation.For example, a variation pattern command indicating a long variation time due to noise between substrates is received. Even in such a case, it is possible to end the variation of the effect symbol when the regular variation time has elapsed (when the variation of the special symbol ends).

  FIG. 41 is a flowchart showing the effect symbol variation stop process (step S803) in the effect control process. In the effect symbol variation stop process, first, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not a stop symbol display flag indicating that a stop symbol of the effect symbol is displayed is set (step S851). If the stop symbol display flag is set, the effect control CPU 101 proceeds to step S858. In this embodiment, as described later, when a big hit symbol is displayed as a stop symbol of the effect symbol, a stop symbol display flag is set in step S857. When the fanfare effect is executed, the stop symbol display flag is reset in step S859. Therefore, the fact that the stop symbol display flag is set in step S851 is a stage in which the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed but the fanfare effect is not yet executed, and therefore the processing of displaying the stop symbol of the effect symbol in step S854 Without moving to step S858.

  If the stop symbol display flag is not set, the production control CPU 101 checks whether or not the confirmation command reception flag is set (step S852). If the confirmation command reception flag is set, the confirmation command is set. The reception flag is reset (step S853), and control is performed to stop and display the stored stop symbols (production symbols (out-of-line symbols, big hit symbols (including suddenly probable big hit symbols), small hit symbols)) (step S854). For example, if it is a probable big hit, stop and display the probable design (for example, the symbols with the same left and right symbols in the same odd number) as the stop symbol of the production symbol, and if it is a normal big hit, Stop and display non-probabilistic symbols (for example, symbols with the same left and right symbols in the same even number) as the stop symbol of the production symbol Also, in the case of a sudden probability variation big hit without pseudo continuous variation mode production, the sudden stoppage of the production symbol is suddenly displayed with a sudden probability variation big hit symbol (for example, “123”). As a symbol stop symbol, the symbol is suddenly stopped at the same symbol (for example, “123”) as the probability variation big hit symbol.

  In step S854, in the case of a sudden probable big hit with a pseudo continuous variation mode effect, the effect control CPU 101 uses a so-called chance symbol (for example, “135”, hereinafter “chance”) as the stop symbol of the effect symbol. May be displayed in a stopped manner, or the off-set symbols may be displayed in a stopped state. Specifically, if the reachless simulated continuous mode execution flag or the reached pseudo continuous mode execution flag is set, the chance symbol symbol or the off symbol symbol is stopped and displayed as the stop symbol of the effect symbol. In other words, in this case, if the sudden probability variation jackpot symbol is displayed suddenly, the player knows that it is a sudden probability variation jackpot, and the meaning of the pseudo continuous variation mode effect to be executed thereafter is lost. Therefore, the chance symbol is stopped and displayed, or the off-point symbol is stopped and displayed so that the player does not know that it is suddenly probable big hit.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 sets an effect symbol variation end flag (step S855). Then, the production control CPU 101 confirms whether or not it is determined to be a big hit or a small hit (step S856). Whether it is determined to be a big hit or a small hit is confirmed, for example, by a display result specifying command stored in the display result specifying command storage area. In this embodiment, it can be confirmed whether or not it is determined to be a big hit or a small hit according to the determined stop symbol.

  When neither big hit nor small hit is obtained (that is, when the game is off) (N in step S856), the production control CPU 101 corresponds the value of the production control process flag to the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800). The value is updated (step S868).

  In the case of big hit or small hit (Y in step S856), the effect control CPU 101 sets a stop symbol display flag (step S857), indicating that one of the big hit start 1-4 designation commands has been received. It is confirmed whether or not the big hit start 1-4 designation command reception flag is set (step S858). When any one of the big hit start 1 to 4 designation command reception flags is set, the effect control CPU 101 resets the stop symbol display flag (step S859), and sets the no reach pseudo continuous execution flag. (Step S860), and it is confirmed whether or not the reachable pseudo-continuous execution flag is set (step S861).

  If neither the reachless pseudo-continuous mode execution flag nor the reachable pseudo-continuous mode execution flag is set (N in both steps S860 and S861), the effect control CPU 101 includes the jackpot start 1-4 designation command reception flags. Process data 1 corresponding to the fanfare effect corresponding to the set flag is selected (step S862).

  If the big hit start 2 designation command reception flag is set in step S862, the process data 1 corresponding to the fanfare effect corresponding to the small hit is selected. In this embodiment, in the case of a small hit, after a variation display executed according to a variation pattern (variation pattern # 32) of a normal mode without a pseudo continuous variation mode effect in the case of a sudden probability variation big hit The process data 1 for executing the fanfare effect in the effect mode similar to the big hit game effect is selected.

  Next, when it is determined to make a small hit (Y in step S863), the effect control CPU 101 starts a small hitting time measurement timer for measuring the effect period at the time of the small hit (step S864). ), The process timer is started (step S866). Then, the value of the effect control process flag is set to a value corresponding to the jackpot display process (step S804) (step S867).

  If the reachless pseudo continuous mode execution flag or the reach pseudo continuous mode execution flag is set (Y in step S860 or Y in step S861), the rendering control CPU 101 performs the rendering before the re-variation of the pseudo continuous variation mode rendering. Process data 1 corresponding to the fanfare effect corresponding to is selected (step S865).

  Then, the effect control CPU 101 starts a process timer (step S866), and sets the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the jackpot display process (step S804) (step S867).

  FIG. 42 is a flowchart showing the jackpot display process (step S804) in the effect control process. In the jackpot display process, the effect control CPU 101 first checks whether or not the big prize opening open designation reception flag indicating that the big prize opening open designation command has been received is set (step S1871). When the special winning opening open designated reception flag is not set (N in step S1871), the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not it is determined to be a small hit (step S1872). Whether or not it is determined to be a small hit is confirmed by, for example, a display result specifying command stored in the display result specifying command storage area.

  If it is determined to be a small hit, the effect control CPU 101 subtracts 1 from the small hitting time measurement timer (step S1873), and checks whether the small hitting time measurement timer has timed out (step S1873). S1874). If timed out, the value of the effect control process flag is set to a value corresponding to the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) (step S1875).

  If it is not a small hit (N in Step S1872) or if the small hit time measurement timer has not timed out (N in Step S1874), the effect control CPU 101 subtracts 1 from the value of the process timer (Step S1876). Next, the effect control CPU 101 executes control of the effect device (the effect display device 9, the speaker 27, the lamps 28a to 28c, etc.) according to the contents of the process data n (step S1877). For example, an effect (fanfare effect) is displayed on the effect display device 9 while displaying a jackpot symbol and displaying a character or character indicating that a jackpot has occurred.

  The process data 1 corresponding to the fanfare effect corresponding to the effect before the re-variation of the pseudo continuous variation mode effect in step S865 based on the setting of the no-reach pseudo continuous mode execution flag or the reachable pseudo continuous mode execution flag. Is set, in step S1877, an effect in the same manner as the effect before the re-variation of the pseudo continuous variation effect is executed. For example, in the effect display device 9, the change of the effect symbol starts when the stop symbol stopped and displayed by the change display of the effect symbol immediately before is shaken or a predetermined sound effect is output from the speaker 27. Make a suggestion. In addition, for example, an effect may be performed that suggests that the re-variation of the effect symbol starts by performing a predetermined lamp display. Further, for example, when the decorative members 92 and 93 provided around the effect display device 9 are configured to be movable, the decorative members 92 and 93 are moved (for example, the movable member 92 imitating a dragon shape). It is also possible to perform an effect that suggests that the re-change of the effect symbol starts by moving the display device 9 so as to overlap the display screen of the effect display device 9 or vibrating the decorative member 93.

  In the case where the variation display is executed according to the variation pattern (variation pattern # 32) of the normal mode not accompanied by the pseudo continuous variation mode production in the case of sudden probability variation big hit, in step S1877, for example, in the production display device 9 An effect of displaying a character or character indicating that a sudden probability variation big hit has occurred and a sudden probability variation big hit symbol (for example, “123”) is displayed. If it is a small hit, in step S1877, for example, the effect display device 9 displays a similar symbol (for example, “123”) to the sudden probability change big hit symbol, and the same character or character as in the sudden probability change big hit. Etc. is executed. Note that, in the case of a small hit, the pseudo continuous variation mode effect may be executed during the big hit game effect in the same manner as the sudden probability variation big hit with the pseudo continuous variation mode effect.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the process timer has timed out (step S1878), and if the process timer has timed out, switches the process data (step S1879). That is, the process data (display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data) set next in the process table is switched. Then, the process timer set value in the next process data is set in the process timer, and the process timer is started (step S1880).

  When the special winning opening open designated reception flag is set (Y in step S1871), the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the no reach pseudo-continuous execution flag is set (step S1881). It is confirmed whether or not the reach presence pseudo-continuous execution flag is set (step S1882).

  If the reachless simulated continuous mode execution flag or the reached pseudo continuous mode execution flag is set (Y in step S1881 or Y in step S1882), the rendering control CPU 101 performs the rendering before the re-variation of the pseudo continuous variation mode rendering. An effect during the round corresponding to is selected (step S1883).

  If neither the reachless pseudo-continuous mode execution flag nor the reachable pseudo-continuous mode execution flag is set (N in both steps S1881 and S1882), the effect control CPU 101 sets the contents of the special winning opening opening designation command. Based on the selection, an in-round effect (an effect of executing round display according to the number of rounds) is selected (step S1884). Next, the special reception opening open designated reception flag is reset (step S1885), and the process data 1 corresponding to the in-round production selected in steps S1883 and S1884 is selected (step S1886). Then, the process timer is started (step S1887), and the value of the effect control process flag is set to a value corresponding to the in-round processing (step S805) (step S1888).

  FIG. 43 is a flowchart showing mid-round processing (step S805) in the effect control process. In the in-round processing, the production control CPU 101 first checks whether or not a special winning opening after opening reception flag indicating that a special winning opening after opening designation command has been received is set (step S1901).

  When the designated reception flag is not set after opening the big prize opening (N in step S1901), the CPU 101 for effect control subtracts 1 from the value of the process timer (step S1902), and the effect device (in accordance with the contents of the process data n) The effect display device 9, the speaker 27, the lamps 28a to 28c, etc.) are controlled (step S1903). For example, the effect display device 9 displays a big hit symbol (in the case of a small hit, a small hit symbol (in this example, the same symbol as the suddenly probable big hit symbol)) and also displays a character indicating the number of rounds, other characters, and the like. Production (production during round) is executed.

  Based on the setting of the no-reach pseudo-continuous mode execution flag or the reach-represented pseudo-continuous mode execution flag, the in-round effect corresponding to the effect before the re-variation of the pseudo continuous variation mode effect is selected in steps S1883 and S1939. In this case, in step S1903, an effect in the same manner as the effect before the re-variation of the pseudo continuous variation effect is executed. For example, in the effect display device 9, the change of the effect symbol starts when the stop symbol stopped and displayed by the change display of the effect symbol immediately before is shaken or a predetermined sound effect is output from the speaker 27. Make a suggestion. In addition, for example, an effect may be performed that suggests that the re-variation of the effect symbol starts by performing a predetermined lamp display. Further, for example, when the decorative members 92 and 93 provided around the effect display device 9 are configured to be movable, the decorative members 92 and 93 are moved (for example, the movable member 92 imitating a dragon shape). It is also possible to perform an effect that suggests that the re-change of the effect symbol starts by moving the display device 9 so as to overlap the display screen of the effect display device 9 or vibrating the decorative member 93.

  Next, the production control CPU 101 checks whether or not the process timer has timed out (step S1904), and if the process timer has timed out, switches the process data (step S1905). That is, the process data (display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data) set next in the process table is switched. Then, the process timer set value in the next process data is set in the process timer and the process timer is started (step S1906).

  When the designated reception flag after the special winning opening is set in step S1901 (Y in step S1901), the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the reachless pseudo-continuous execution flag is set (step S1901). S1907), it is confirmed whether or not the reach pseudo-continuous execution flag is set (step S1908).

  If the reachless simulated continuous mode execution flag or the reached pseudo continuous mode execution flag is set (Y in step S1907 or Y in step S1908), the rendering control CPU 101 performs the rendering before the re-variation of the pseudo continuous variation mode rendering. An interval effect corresponding to is selected (step S1909).

  Also, if neither the reachless pseudo-continuous mode execution flag nor the reachable pseudo-continuous mode execution flag is set (N in both steps S1907 and S1908), the effect control CPU 101 sets the contents of the designation command after the special winning opening is opened. Based on this, an interval effect (effect that performs interval display according to the number of rounds) is selected (step S1910). Then, the production control CPU 101 resets the designated reception flag after the special winning opening is opened (step S1911), and selects the process data 1 corresponding to the interval production selected in steps S1909 and S1910 (step S1912). Then, the process timer is started (step S1913), and the value of the effect control process flag is set to a value corresponding to the round post-processing (step S806) (step S1914).

  44 and 45 are flowcharts showing the round post-processing (step S806) in the effect control process. In the round post-processing, the effect control CPU 101 first determines whether or not the jackpot end designation command reception flag (any of jackpot end 1 to 3 designation command reception flag) indicating that the jackpot end designation command has been received is set. Is confirmed (step S1930). When the big hit end designation command reception flag is not set (N in step S1930), the effect control CPU 101 sets the big prize opening opening designated reception flag indicating that the big prize opening opening designation command has been received. It is confirmed whether or not (step S1931). When the special prize opening opening designated reception flag is not set (N in step S1931), the effect control CPU 101 subtracts 1 from the value of the process timer (step S1932), and the effect device (in accordance with the contents of the process data n) The effect display device 9, the speaker 27, the lamps 28a to 28c, etc.) are controlled (step S1933). For example, the effect display apparatus 9 displays a big hit symbol (in the case of a small hit, a small hit symbol (in this example, the same symbol as the suddenly probable big hit symbol)) and an effect (interval effect) for displaying a predetermined character or the like. Executed. For example, when an interval effect after the last round (15 rounds) is executed, a character string such as “15 rounds ended!” May be displayed on the effect display device 9 in step S1973. Good.

  If the interval effect corresponding to the effect before the re-variation of the pseudo continuous variation mode effect is selected in step S1909 based on the setting of the no-reach pseudo continuous mode execution flag or the reach-reach pseudo continuous mode execution flag. In step S1933, the same effect as the effect before the re-variation of the pseudo continuous variation effect is executed. For example, in the effect display device 9, the change of the effect symbol starts when the stop symbol stopped and displayed by the change display of the effect symbol immediately before is shaken or a predetermined sound effect is output from the speaker 27. Make a suggestion. In addition, for example, an effect may be performed that suggests that the re-variation of the effect symbol starts by performing a predetermined lamp display. Further, for example, when the decorative members 92 and 93 provided around the effect display device 9 are configured to be movable, the decorative members 92 and 93 are moved (for example, the movable member 92 imitating a dragon shape). It is also possible to perform an effect that suggests that the re-change of the effect symbol starts by moving the display device 9 so as to overlap the display screen of the effect display device 9 or vibrating the decorative member 93.

  Next, the production control CPU 101 checks whether or not the process timer has timed out (step S1934), and if the process timer has timed out, switches the process data (step S1935). That is, the process data (display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data) set next in the process table is switched. Then, the process timer set value in the next process data is set in the process timer and the process timer is started (step S1936).

  When the special winning opening open designated reception flag is set (Y in step S1931), the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the no reach pseudo-continuous execution flag is set (step S1937). It is confirmed whether or not the reach presence pseudo-continuous execution flag is set (step S1938).

  If the reachless simulated continuous mode execution flag or the reached pseudo continuous mode execution flag is set (Y in step S1937 or Y in step S1938), the rendering control CPU 101 performs the rendering before the re-variation of the pseudo continuous variation mode rendering. An effect during the round corresponding to is selected (step S1939).

  If neither the reachless pseudo continuous mode execution flag nor the reach pseudo continuous mode execution flag is set (N in both steps S1937 and S1938), the effect control CPU 101 sets the contents of the special winning opening opening designation command. Based on the result, an effect during the round (effect that executes round display according to the number of rounds) is selected (step S1940). Next, the special reception opening open designated reception flag is reset (step S1941), and the process data 1 corresponding to the in-round production selected in steps S1939 and S1940 is selected (step S1942). Then, the process timer is started (step S1943), and the value of the effect control process flag is set to a value corresponding to the in-round processing (step S805) (step S1944).

  When the big hit end designation command reception flag is set in step S1930 (Y in step S1930), the big hit end designation command (any one of the big hit end 1-3 designation commands) is received from the game control microcomputer 560. is there. In this case, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the reachless pseudo-continuous execution flag is set (step S1945). If set (Y in step S1945), the effect control CPU 101 selects an ending effect corresponding to the effect of re-variation of the pseudo continuous variation mode effect without the reach effect (step S1946).

  If the reachless simulated continuous mode execution flag is not set (N in step S1945), the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the reached pseudo continuous mode execution flag is set (step S1947). If it is set (Y in step S1947), the effect control CPU 101 selects an ending effect corresponding to the effect of re-variation of the pseudo continuous variation mode effect with the reach effect (step S1948).

  If the reach presence pseudo continuous mode execution flag is not set (N in step S1947), the effect control CPU 101 determines the ending effect corresponding to the set flag among the jackpot end 1 to 3 designation command reception flags (pseudo). The ending effect that does not include the continuous variation mode effect is selected (step S1949).

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 resets the jackpot end designation command reception flag (step S1950) and selects process data 1 corresponding to the ending effect selected in steps S1946, S1948, S1949 (step S1951). In addition, the production control CPU 101 starts the production period measurement timer and starts the process timer (step S1952). Then, the effect control CPU 101 sets the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the jackpot end effect process (step S807) (step S1953).

  FIG. 46 is a flowchart showing the jackpot end effect process (step S807) in the effect control process. In the big hit end effect process, the effect control CPU 101 first decrements the value of the effect period measurement timer by 1 (step S971) and confirms whether or not the effect period measurement timer has timed out (step S972).

  When the production period measurement timer has not timed out (N in step S972), the production control CPU 101 subtracts 1 from the value of the process timer (step S973). Next, the effect control CPU 101 executes a process of controlling the effect devices (the effect display device 9, the speaker 27, etc.) according to the contents of the process data n (step S974). For example, the jackpot is ended by displaying that the jackpot ends or by displaying a predetermined character on the display screen of the effect display device 9 and displaying a sentence such as “See you!” As a character line. Is notified.

  If the ending effect corresponding to the re-variation effect of the pseudo continuous variation mode effect not including the reach effect is selected in step S1946 based on the setting of the no-reach pseudo-continuous mode execution flag, in step S974. An effect in the same manner as the re-variation of the pseudo continuous variation effect without reach is executed. For example, the effect display device 9 starts the effect in the same manner as the effect symbol variation display (variation not accompanied by reach), and the kite also performs the effect as if the effect symbol re-variation has started.

  Further, when the ending effect corresponding to the re-variation effect of the pseudo continuous variation mode effect including the reach effect is selected in step S1948 based on the setting of the pseudo-continuous mode execution flag with reach, in step S974, An effect similar to the re-variation of the pseudo continuous variation effect with reach is executed. For example, the effect display device 9 starts the effect in the same manner as the effect symbol change display, and the effect is as if the re-change of the effect symbol has started. In addition, an effect in the same manner as normal reach is performed, and the effect that normal reach is executed in the last re-variation of pseudo continuous variation is performed.

  Then, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the process timer has timed out (step S975), and if the process timer has timed out, switches the process data (step S976). Then, the process timer set value in the next process data is set in the process timer and the process timer is started (step S977).

  When the production period measurement timer times out (Y in step S972), the production control CPU 101 resets predetermined flags such as the no-reach quasi-continuous execution flag and the reachable quasi-continuous execution flag (step S978). The value of the effect control process flag is set to a value corresponding to the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) (step S979).

  FIG. 47 is a flowchart showing the first decorative symbol display control process of step S706 in the effect control main process shown in FIG. In the first decorative symbol display control process, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the first decorative symbol changing flag is set (step S781). If the first decorative symbol variation flag is set, the process proceeds to step S785. If the first decorative symbol variation flag is not set, it is confirmed whether or not the first decorative symbol variation request flag is set (step S782). If the first decorative symbol variation request flag is set, the first decorative symbol variation request flag is reset (step S783), and the first decorative symbol variation flag is set (step S784).

  In step S785, it is confirmed whether or not the decorative symbol variation end flag is set. If the decorative symbol variation end flag is set, the decorative symbol variation end flag is reset (step S786), and the display result is displayed on the first decorative symbol display unit 9a according to the data stored in the decorative symbol display result storage area. Is displayed (step S791), and the first decorative symbol variation flag is reset (step S792).

  If the decorative symbol change end flag is not set, the value of the decorative symbol switching timer is decremented by 1 (step S787). If the value of the decorative symbol switching timer is 0 (step S788), that is, if it is the lighting LED switching timing, the LED to be lit on the first decorative symbol display 9a is switched (step S789), and the decorative symbol is switched. For example, a value corresponding to 0.5 seconds is reset in the switching timer (step S790). In steps S825 and S827, it is not necessary to execute the process of resetting a value corresponding to 0.5 seconds in the decorative symbol switching timer.

  By the control as described above, the LEDs that are turned on in the first decorative symbol display 9a are switched every 0.5 seconds, for example, and variable display of the first decorative symbol is realized.

  Note that the program of the second decorative symbol display control process (step S707) is configured in the same manner as the first decorative symbol display control process. That is, in the above description of the first decorative symbol display control process, if “first” is read as “second”, the second decorative symbol display control process will be described.

  The first decorative symbol display control process (step S706) and the second decorative symbol display control process (step S707) may be common processes. In this case, for the process of resetting a flag such as the first decorative symbol changing flag (steps S781 to S784, S786), it is necessary to provide a process for the first decorative symbol and a process for the second decorative symbol separately. However, the processes in steps S785, S787 to S792 can be made common. For example, depending on whether the first decorative symbol changing flag is set or the second decorative symbol changing flag is set, a corresponding LED (first decorative symbol display 9a or second decorative symbol display 9b) is displayed. Control to output a display control signal is executed.

  Next, a description will be given of the effects of the pseudo continuous variation effect and the pseudo continuous variation effect. FIG. 48 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the production mode of the pseudo continuous variation production and the pseudo continuous variation production. In FIG. 48, (A) to (H) shown on the left side are examples of the production mode of the pseudo continuous variation mode effect that is executed at the time of sudden probability variation big hit. In addition, (I) to (P) shown on the right side are examples of effects of a pseudo continuous variation effect performed during the variation display of one effect symbol.

  First, a description will be given of an effect mode of a pseudo continuous variation effect performed during a variation display of one effect symbol. 48 (I) to 48 (P), as an example, when the effect symbol is temporarily stopped and re-varied once during the period from the start to the final stop of the effect symbol (variation patterns # 1 to #). 3, when using # 19 to # 22). Further, in FIGS. 48 (I) to 48 (P), as an example, the case where the variation display of the effect symbol is executed in synchronization with the variation display of the first special symbol and the first decoration symbol is shown.

  When performing the variation display of the effect symbol based on the variation pattern with the pseudo continuous variation effect, the game control microcomputer 560 (specifically, the CPU 56), as shown in FIG. 48 (I), the first special symbol The display of the first special symbol on the display 8a is started (see steps S107 to S109). Further, based on the fact that the effect control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the effect control CPU 101) has received the variation pattern command from the game control microcomputer 560 (see Y in step S811), FIG. ), The effect display device 9 starts to display the effect symbol variation (see steps S831 to S837). Furthermore, as shown in FIG. 48 (I), the effect control CPU 101 starts the variable display of the first decorative symbols on the first decorative symbol display 9a (see steps S782 to S784, S788, and S789).

  Next, when the temporary stop time of the temporary stop symbol of the effect symbol comes, the effect control CPU 101 temporarily stops the temporary stop symbol of the effect symbol on the effect display device 9 as shown in FIG. 48 (J) (step S847). reference). In this case, for example, as shown in FIGS. 48 (J) and (K), each temporary stop symbol that is temporarily stopped in the effect display device 9 is shaken and changed, or as shown in FIG. By outputting a predetermined sound effect from, an effect that suggests that the re-variation of the effect symbol starts is performed. More precisely, in FIG. 48 (J), when the temporary stop time comes, first, the effect control CPU 101 slightly changes the temporary stop symbol of the effect design and stops the temporary stop symbol of the effect design. The effect is shown to the player as if it was displayed (actually, it did not stop completely but changed slightly). In FIG. 48 (K), the effect control CPU 101 causes the temporary stop symbol of the effect design to fluctuate more greatly and suggests that the re-change of the effect design starts. Also, while the temporary stop symbol of the effect symbol is stopped and displayed, as shown in FIGS. 48 (J) and (K), the first special symbol display unit 8a continues to display the variation of the first special symbol. (See steps S121 to S124). Further, while the temporary stop symbol of the effect symbol is stopped and displayed, as shown in FIGS. 48 (J) and (K), the first ornament symbol display unit 9a continues to display the variation of the first ornament symbol. (See Steps S787 to S790).

  Next, when the start time of the re-change of the effect symbol comes, re-change of the effect symbol is started in the effect display device 9 as shown in FIG. 48 (L) (see step S847). Even when the effect symbol is changed again, as shown in FIG. 48L, the first special symbol display unit 8a continues to display the change of the first special symbol (see steps S121 to S124). Also, when the effect symbol is changed again, as shown in FIG. 48L, the first ornament symbol display unit 9a continues to display the variation of the first ornament symbol (see steps S787 to S790).

  Next, if the reach effect is not executed in the last re-variation that is performed between the start of the change of the effect symbol and the final stop when it is determined to be off, the stop time of the final stop symbol comes As shown in FIG. 48 (M), the CPU 56 causes the first special symbol display 8a to stop and display a symbol (for example, “-”) as a stop symbol of the first special symbol (see step S130). Further, the production control CPU 101 is based on receiving the fluctuation pattern command for deviation (a fluctuation pattern command designating the fluctuation pattern # 19 shown in FIG. 9) accompanied by a pseudo continuous fluctuation production that does not include the reach production. As shown in FIG. 48 (M), the effect display device 9 stops the display of the effect symbol as the final stop symbol of the effect symbol (see step S854). Further, as shown in FIG. 48 (M), the effect control CPU 101 uses the first decorative symbol display 9a to display a stop symbol of the first decorative symbol 9a (for example, a state in which both LEDs are turned off). Stop display is performed (see step S791).

  In addition, when the reach effect is executed in the last re-variation executed between the start of the change of the effect design and the final stop when it is determined to be off, when the execution time of the reach effect comes, The effect control CPU 101 is based on the fact that it has received a change pattern command for change (a change pattern command for specifying change patterns # 20 to # 22 shown in FIG. 9) with a pseudo continuous change effect including a reach effect. As shown in FIG. 48 (N), the left and right effect symbols are stopped and displayed on the effect display device 9, and the reach effect is started (see step S847). Even when the reach effect is performed, as shown in FIG. 48 (N), the first special symbol display unit 8a continues to display the variation of the first special symbol (see steps S121 to S124). Also, when the reach effect is performed, as shown in FIG. 48N, the first decorative symbol display unit 9a continues to display the first decorative symbol in a variable manner (see steps S787 to S790). Next, when the stop time of the final stop symbol arrives, the CPU 56 uses the first special symbol indicator 8a as a stop symbol (for example, “-”) as the stop symbol of the first special symbol as shown in FIG. Stop display (see step S130). Further, as shown in FIG. 48 (O), the effect control CPU 101 causes the effect display device 9 to stop and display the off symbol as the final stop symbol of the effect symbol (see step S854). Further, as shown in FIG. 48 (O), the effect control CPU 101 uses the first decorative symbol display unit 9a to display the first decorative symbol as a stop symbol (for example, a state where both LEDs are turned off). Stop display is performed (see step S791).

  If it is determined that the jackpot is reached, when the execution time of the reach effect arrives, the effect control CPU 101 determines the jackpot change pattern command with the pseudo continuous change effect (change patterns # 1 to # shown in FIG. 8). Based on the fact that the change pattern command 3 is received), as shown in FIG. 48 (N), the effect display device 9 stops the left and right effect symbols and starts the reach effect (step S847). reference). Even when the reach effect is performed, as shown in FIG. 48 (N), the first special symbol display unit 8a continues to display the variation of the first special symbol (see steps S121 to S124). Also, when the reach effect is performed, as shown in FIG. 48N, the first decorative symbol display unit 9a continues to display the first decorative symbol in a variable manner (see steps S787 to S790). Next, when the stop time of the final stop symbol arrives, as shown in FIG. 48 (P), the CPU 56 displays a jackpot symbol (for example, “7”) as the stop symbol of the first special symbol on the first special symbol indicator 8a. Stop display (see step S130). Further, as shown in FIG. 48 (P), the effect control CPU 101 has the jackpot symbol (for example, the left middle right effect symbol is the same symbol “7” as the final stop symbol of the effect symbol in the effect display device 9. (State) is stopped and displayed (see step S854). Further, as shown in FIG. 48 (O), the effect control CPU 101 displays a big hit symbol (for example, a state in which two LEDs are lit together) as a stop symbol of the first ornament symbol on the first ornament symbol display 9a. Stop display is performed (see step S791).

  In the example shown in FIGS. 48 (N), (O), and (P), as an example, a case where normal reach is executed in the last re-variation of the pseudo continuous variation effect is shown, but in the last re-variation, When Super Reach A or Super Reach B is involved, the transition from FIG. 48 (N) to FIG. 48 (O), or the transition from FIG. 48 (N) to FIG. 48 (P). The production corresponding to the super reach is executed. For example, only the middle symbol of the effect symbol is changed, and an effect of displaying a character string or a character such as “super reach” is executed.

  As described above, the effects as shown in FIGS. 48 (I) to 48 (P) are performed, so that the effect pattern fakes fluctuates a plurality of times during one change of the effect symbol in the effect display device 9. A pseudo continuous variation effect is performed as shown. In the example shown in FIG. 48, the case where the pseudo continuous variation effect is executed when the change display of the effect symbol is executed corresponding to the change display of the first special symbol is shown. In the case where the pseudo continuous variation effect is executed when the change display of the effect symbol is executed corresponding to the effect, the same effect as in FIGS. 48 (I) to 48 (P) is executed. In the example shown in FIG. 48, the case where re-change is performed only once between the start of change of the effect symbol and the final stop is shown, but the same effect is also performed when re-change is performed a plurality of times. For example, temporary stop and re-variation effects are repeatedly executed in the same manner as in FIGS. 48 (J) to 48 (L).

  Next, a description will be given of an effect mode of a pseudo continuous variation mode effect that is performed at the time of a sudden probability big hit. 48A to 48H, as an example, when the temporary display or re-variation is not performed in the variation display of the effect symbol whose variation display result suddenly becomes a probable variation big hit (variation patterns # 33 and # 35 are displayed). When used) is shown.

  When a pseudo continuous variation mode effect is performed at the time of sudden probability variation big hit, when the CPU 56 determines that the variation display result of the first special symbol is sudden probability variation big hit (see steps S62 and S77), as shown in FIG. The first special symbol display unit 8a starts the variable display of the first special symbol (see steps S107 to S109). Further, based on the fact that the variation control command is received from the game control microcomputer 560 (see Y in step S811), the effect control CPU 101 performs the effect symbol on the effect display device 9 as shown in FIG. Is started (see steps S831 to S837). Further, as shown in FIG. 48 (A), the effect control CPU 101 starts the variable display of the first decorative symbols on the first decorative symbol display 9a (see steps S782 to S784, S788, and S789).

  Next, when the stop time of the final stop symbol arrives, as shown in FIG. 48 (B), the CPU 56 suddenly changes probability big hit symbol (for example, “1”) as the stop symbol of the first special symbol in the first special symbol display 8a. ) Is stopped and displayed (see step S130). Further, the effect control CPU 101 is based on receiving the change pattern command for the pseudo continuous change mode effect (the change pattern command specifying the change patterns # 33 and # 35 shown in FIG. 10) that does not include re-change. Then, as shown in FIG. 48 (B), the effect display device 9 stops the display of the effect symbols as the final stop symbols of the effect symbols (see step S854). In other words, if a sudden probability change big hit symbol (for example, “123”) is stopped and displayed suddenly as the final stop symbol of the production symbol, the player will be suddenly recognized that it is a probable big hit symbol. Let Further, as shown in FIG. 48 (B), the effect control CPU 101 suddenly has a probable big hit symbol as a stop symbol of the first decorative symbol on the first decorative symbol display 9a (for example, only the upper LED is lit). Is stopped and displayed (see step S791).

  48A and 48B, when re-variation is performed only once in the variation display of the effect design in which the variation display result suddenly becomes a probable big hit (when variation patterns # 34 and # 36 are used). Within the fluctuation display period, the temporary stop symbol is temporarily stopped once in the same manner as in FIGS. 48J to 48L, and the effect symbol is re-variable only once.

  Next, when receiving the jackpot start 4 designation command, the effect control CPU 101 starts a fanfare effect (see steps S858, S865 to S867, and S1876 to S1880). In this case, in the fanfare effect, as shown in FIG. 48 (C), the effect symbol that has been stopped last in the last variation display is shaken and the predetermined effect sound is output from the speaker 27. The production suggests that the re-variation of will start. In this case, in the same manner as in FIG. 48 (K), it is suggested that the re-change of the effect design starts by changing the effect design by shaking or outputting a predetermined sound effect from the speaker 27. Production is performed.

  Hereinafter, the effects in the same manner as the pseudo continuous variation effect are performed in the pseudo continuous variation mode effect by performing the effects after FIG. Specifically, the effects displayed on the effect display device 9 in the order of FIGS. 48C, 48D, and 48E shown below and the effect of the sound effect output using the speaker 27 are shown in FIG. ), (L), and (M) are executed in the order of the last re-variation, which corresponds to an effect in a manner similar to a pseudo continuous variation manner effect without reach. 48 (C), (D), (F), and (G), the effects displayed on the effect display device 9 and the effects of the sound effect output using the speaker 27 are shown in FIGS. The last re-variation executed in the order of (L), (N), and (O) corresponds to an effect similar to the effect of the quasi-continuous variation aspect effect with reach.

  In the example shown in FIG. 48 (C), the case where the same effect design (“122” in this example) as the temporary stop design shown in FIG. However, if the mode of production suggesting the start of re-variation, such as the mode of fluctuation, is the same, in FIG. 48C, the same symbol as the temporary stop symbol shown in FIG. There is no need.

  Since it is the fanfare effect period, as shown in FIG. 48C, the first special symbol display 8a is continuously displayed with a sudden probability variation big winning symbol (for example, “1”). Further, as shown in FIG. 48C, the first decorative symbol display 9a continuously displays a sudden probability variation big hit symbol (for example, a state where only the upper LED is lit).

  Next, the CPU 56 performs control to open and close the special variable winning ball apparatus (large winning opening) 20 in accordance with the arrival time or closing time of the large winning opening (see steps S305 to S307). During this time, the effect control CPU 101 receives the during-round effect (see Steps S1902 to S1906) and the interval effect (see Steps S1932 to S1936) based on the receipt of the special prize opening opening designation command and the special prize opening opening designation command. ). In this case, in the effect during the round and the interval effect, as shown in FIG. 48C, the effect symbol that was stopped last in the last change display is shaken or changed, or a predetermined sound effect is output from the speaker 27.恰 also continues the production which suggests that the re-variation of the production design will start. In this case, in the same manner as in FIG. 48 (K), it is suggested that the re-change of the effect design starts by changing the effect design by shaking or outputting a predetermined sound effect from the speaker 27. Production is performed. Further, since it is the effect during the round and the interval effect, as shown in FIG. 48 (C), the first special symbol display 8a continuously displays the probability variation big hit symbol (for example, “1”) continuously. Further, as shown in FIG. 48C, the first decorative symbol display 9a continuously displays a sudden probability variation big hit symbol (for example, a state where only the upper LED is lit).

  In addition, in this embodiment, by changing the effect design or outputting a predetermined sound effect from the speaker 27 over the fanfare effect, the round effect and the interval effect in the big hit gaming state, However, by setting the time period between the start of the fanfare effect and the start of the ending effect to be sufficiently short (for example, 10 seconds), Do not give a sense of incongruity. In this embodiment, in FIG. 48 (C), by changing the effect pattern from the start of the fanfare effect until the start of the ending effect, or by outputting a predetermined sound effect from the speaker 27, The time during which an effect that suggests that the re-variation starts is the same as the time during which the effect of changing the effect symbol or outputting a predetermined sound effect from the speaker 27 is performed in FIG. Or almost the same.

  Next, when receiving the jackpot end 3 designation command, the effect control CPU 101 starts the ending effect (see steps S1930, S1945-S1948, S1951-S1953, S973-S977). In this case, in the ending effect, as shown in FIG. 48 (D), the effect symbol variation is started, and the effect is as if the effect symbol re-variation has begun. In this case, in the same manner as in FIG. 48 (L), the effect symbol variation is started, and the kite also performs the effect as if the effect symbol re-variation has begun. Further, since it is the ending effect period, as shown in FIG. 48 (D), the first special symbol display 8a continuously displays a sudden probability variation big hit symbol (for example, “1”). As shown in FIG. 48 (D), the first decorative symbol display 9a continuously displays a sudden probability variation big hit symbol (for example, a state in which only the upper LED is lit).

  Next, in the case of not executing the reach aspect effect in the pseudo continuous variation aspect effect (when using the variation pattern # 33), when the effect end time of the ending effect arrives, the effect control CPU 56 returns to FIG. As shown, the effect display device 9 performs an effect of stopping and displaying the left middle right effect symbol (see steps S973 to S977). In this case, as shown in FIG. 48 (E), the off symbol is stopped and displayed as a stop symbol of the effect symbol. In this case, in the same manner as in FIG. 48 (M), the effect symbol is stopped and displayed as a stop symbol of the effect symbol. Also, in this embodiment, the time from the start of rendition as if re-variation was started in FIG. 48 (D) to the stop display of the shifted symbol in FIG. 48 (E) is shown in FIG. ) Is the same as or almost the same as the time from the start of the effect as if re-variation is started to the time when the shifted symbol is stopped and displayed in FIG.

  Since it is the ending effect period, as shown in FIG. 48 (E), the first special symbol display unit 8a continuously displays the probability variation big hit symbol (for example, “1”). Further, as shown in FIG. 48E, the first decorative symbol display 9a continuously displays a sudden probability variation big hit symbol (for example, a state in which only the upper LED is lit).

  Further, when the reach aspect effect is executed in the pseudo continuous variation aspect effect (when the variation pattern # 35 is used), when the execution time of the reach aspect effect is reached during the ending effect, FIG. 48 (F) shows. As described above, the effect display device 9 stops and displays the left and right effect symbols, and starts the effect similar to the reach effect (in this example, normal reach) (see steps S973 to S977). In this case, an effect similar to the reach effect (normal reach in this example) is started in the same manner as in FIG. Further, since it is the ending effect period, as shown in FIG. 48 (F), the first special symbol display unit 8a continuously displays the probability variation big hit symbol (for example, “1”). Further, as shown in FIG. 48 (F), the first decorative symbol display device 9a continuously displays the probability variation big hit symbol (for example, a state in which only the upper LED is lit).

  When the end time of the ending effect comes, the effect control CPU 56 performs an effect of stopping and displaying the left, middle, and right effect symbols on the effect display device 9 as shown in FIG. 48 (G) (step S973). S977). In this case, as shown in FIG. 48 (G), the off symbol is stopped and displayed as the stop symbol of the effect symbol. In this case, in the same manner as in FIG. 48 (O), the off symbol is stopped and displayed as a stop symbol of the effect symbol. Further, in this embodiment, the time from the start of the effect as if re-variation was started in FIG. 48 (D) to the stop display of the shifted symbol in FIG. 48 (G) is shown in FIG. In FIG. 48 (O), it is the same as or substantially the same as the time from the start of the effect as if re-variation was started in FIG.

  Since it is the ending effect period, as shown in FIG. 48 (G), the first special symbol display 8a continuously displays the probability variation big hit symbol (for example, “1”) continuously. Further, as shown in FIG. 48 (G), the first decorative symbol display 9a continuously displays a sudden probability variation big hit symbol (for example, a state in which only the upper LED is lit).

  Thereafter, when the first start condition and the start condition for the next variable display are satisfied, as shown in FIG. 48 (H), the next special display of the first special symbol is started on the first special symbol display 8a. Then, the next variation display of the effect symbol is started in the effect display device 9, and the next variation display of the first decoration symbol is started in the first decoration symbol display 9a.

  As described above, the effects as shown in FIGS. 48 (A) to 48 (H) are performed, and at the time of the sudden probability change big hit, the game is actually a big hit game based on the sudden probability change big hit. The same effect as the quasi-continuous variation effect executed during one change is executed. Therefore, a variation pattern with a pseudo continuous variation effect (for example, as shown in FIG. 9) is determined whether or not the big hit gaming state effect is suddenly controlled due to the sudden change in the big hit gaming state. It can be made difficult for the player to recognize whether or not the variation display according to the variation patterns # 19 and # 20) is being executed. Therefore, in the gaming machine configured to be able to shift to the sudden probability change big hit game state, it is possible to perform an effect in which the sudden probability change big hit game state and the pseudo-continuous variation effect are associated with each other, thereby improving the interest in the game.

  In this embodiment, only the fluctuation display result of the first special symbol is suddenly likely to be a big odds, but the fluctuation display result of the second special symbol may suddenly be a big odds. It may be configured. In this case, when the pseudo continuous variation mode effect is executed based on the fact that the fluctuation display result of the second special symbol suddenly becomes a probable big hit, the same type of effect as in FIGS. 48 (A) to 48 (H) is executed. Is done.

  Further, in this embodiment, in the fanfare production, the round production, and the interval production in the big hit gaming state, the production design can be regenerated by changing the production design or outputting a predetermined sound effect from the speaker 27. In the ending effect in the big hit gaming state, the effect that suggests that the change starts is shown, and the case where the effect that starts the change of the effect symbol and re-changes the effect symbol is shown. The timing of effects such as re-variation is not limited to that shown in this embodiment. For example, even if an effect is performed such that the effect symbol is swayed and fluctuated only during the fanfare effect, or a predetermined sound effect is output from the speaker 27, and the effect symbol is re-varied over the effect during the round, the interval effect, and the ending effect. Good. In addition, for example, an effect that starts re-variation of the effect symbol from the fanfare effect is performed, and an effect that re-variation of the effect symbol is performed over the effect during the round, the interval effect, and the ending effect. Effects such as re-variation may be performed at a timing other than the timing shown in the form.

  Next, the production timing of the pseudo continuous variation effect and the pseudo continuous variation mode effect will be described. First, the effect timing of the pseudo continuous variation effect performed during the variation display of one effect symbol will be described. FIG. 49 is an explanatory diagram showing the production timing of the pseudo continuous variation production.

  When performing variation display of the effect symbols based on the variation pattern accompanied with the pseudo continuous variation effect, the game control microcomputer 560 (specifically, the CPU 56), as shown in FIG. 49, the special symbol indicators 8a and 8b. In FIG. 4, the variable display of special symbols (first special symbol, second special symbol) is started (see steps S107 to S109). Further, based on the fact that the effect control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the effect control CPU 101) receives the variation pattern command from the game control microcomputer 560 (see Y in step S811), FIG. As described above, the effect display device 9 starts to display the variation of the effect symbol (see steps S831 to S837). Further, as shown in FIG. 49, the effect control CPU 101 starts the variable display of the decorative symbols (first decorative symbol, second decorative symbol) on the decorative symbol displays 9a and 9b (steps S782 to S784, S788, (See S789).

  Next, when the temporary stop time of the temporary stop symbol of the effect symbol comes, the effect control CPU 101 temporarily stops the temporary stop symbol of the effect symbol on the effect display device 9 as shown in FIG. 49 (see step S847). In this case, for example, the temporary change of the temporary stop symbol in the effect display device 9 is fluctuated or a predetermined sound effect is output from the speaker 27 to suggest that the change of the effect symbol starts. Produce. As shown in FIG. 49, the special symbols (first special symbol, second special symbol) are continuously displayed on the special symbol indicators 8a and 8b while the temporary stop symbol of the effect symbol is stopped. (See steps S121 to S124). In addition, while the temporary stop symbol of the effect symbol is stopped and displayed, as shown in FIG. 49, the decorative symbols (first decorative symbol, second decorative symbol) are continuously displayed on the decorative symbol indicators 9a and 9b. (See steps S787 to S790).

  Next, when the start time of the re-change of the effect symbol comes, as shown in FIG. 49, the effect display device 9 starts re-change of the effect symbol (see step S847). Even when the effect symbol is changed again, as shown in FIG. 49, the special symbol indicators 8a and 8b continue to display the special symbols (first special symbol and second special symbol) in a variable manner (step). (See S121 to S124). In addition, when the effect symbols are changed again, as shown in FIG. 49, the decorative symbols (first decorative symbols, second decorative symbols) are continuously displayed on the decorative symbol indicators 9a and 9b (steps). (See S787 to S790).

  When the stop time of the final stop symbol arrives, the CPU 56 stops and displays the stop symbol of the special symbol (first special symbol, second special symbol) on the special symbol indicators 8a and 8b as shown in FIG. (See step S130). Further, as shown in FIG. 49, the effect control CPU 101 stops and displays the final stop symbol of the effect symbol on the effect display device 9 (see step S854). Further, as shown in FIG. 49, the effect control CPU 101 stops and displays the stop symbols of the decorative symbols (first decorative symbol, second decorative symbol) on the decorative symbol indicators 9a and 9b (see step S791).

  Next, the production timing of the pseudo-continuous variation mode effect that is performed at the time of sudden probability change big hit will be described. FIG. 50 is an explanatory diagram showing the production timing of the pseudo continuous variation mode effect.

  When the pseudo continuous variation mode effect is performed at the time of sudden probability variation big hit, the CPU 56 determines that the variation display result of the special symbol is sudden probability variation big hit (see steps S62 and S77), as shown in FIG. In this example, the special symbol change display is started on the first special symbol indicator 8a) (see steps S107 to S109). Further, based on the fact that the effect control CPU 101 has received the change pattern command from the game control microcomputer 560 (see Y of step S811), as shown in FIG. Is started (see steps S831 to S837). Further, as shown in FIG. 50, the effect control CPU 101 starts the decorative symbol display on the decorative symbol display (in this example, the first decorative symbol display 9a) (steps S782 to S784, S788, S789). reference).

  Next, when the stop time of the final stop symbol arrives, as shown in FIG. 50, the CPU 56 suddenly has a probable big hit symbol as a stop symbol of the special symbol on the special symbol display (in this example, the first special symbol display 8a). (For example, “1”) is stopped and displayed (see step S130). Further, as shown in FIG. 50, the effect control CPU 101 causes the effect display device 9 to stop and display the off symbol as the final stop symbol of the effect symbol (see step S854). In other words, if a sudden probability change big hit symbol (for example, “123”) is stopped and displayed suddenly as the final stop symbol of the production symbol, the player will be suddenly recognized that it is a probable big hit symbol. Let Further, as shown in FIG. 50, the effect control CPU 101, as shown in FIG. (Lit state) is stopped and displayed (see step S791).

  In FIG. 50, the time from the start of the change of the special symbol, the decorative symbol, and the effect symbol until the special symbol, the decorative symbol, and the stop symbol of the effect symbol are stopped (time from T0 to T1 shown in FIG. 50). Is the same as the time from the start of the change of the special symbol, the decorative symbol, and the effect symbol in FIG. 49 until the temporary stop of the effect symbol is temporarily stopped (time from T0 to T1 shown in FIG. 49). Or approximately the same.

  Next, when receiving the jackpot start 4 designation command, the effect control CPU 101 starts a fanfare effect (see steps S858, S865 to S867, and S1876 to S1880). In this case, in the fanfare effect, as shown in FIG. 50, the effect symbol that was stopped last in the last variation display is shaken or the predetermined effect sound is output from the speaker 27, so A production that suggests that will begin.

  Next, the CPU 56 performs control to open and close the special variable winning ball apparatus (large winning opening) 20 in accordance with the arrival time or closing time of the large winning opening (see steps S305 to S307). During this time, the effect control CPU 101 receives the during-round effect (see Steps S1902 to S1906) and the interval effect (see Steps S1932 to S1936) based on the receipt of the special prize opening opening designation command and the special prize opening opening designation command. ). In this case, in the effect during the round and the interval effect, as shown in FIG. 50, the effect symbol that was stopped last in the immediately preceding variation display is shaken and output, or a predetermined sound effect is output from the speaker 27, thereby producing a habit. Continue to produce effects that suggest that the re-variation of the symbol will begin.

  In FIG. 50, the time during which the effect design is fluctuated and the predetermined effect sound is output from the speaker 27 (time from T1 to T2 shown in FIG. 50) ) Is the same as the time (the time from T1 to T2 shown in FIG. 49) during which the temporary stop symbol of the effect design is fluctuated and the effect of outputting a predetermined sound effect from the speaker 27 is performed in FIG. Or almost the same.

  Next, when receiving the jackpot end 3 designation command, the effect control CPU 101 starts the ending effect (see steps S1930, S1945-S1948, S1951-S1953, S973-S977). In this case, in the ending effect, as shown in FIG. 50, the effect symbol is changed and the effect is as if the effect symbol has been changed again.

  When the end time of the ending effect is reached, the effect control CPU 56 performs an effect of stopping and displaying the left, middle, and right effect symbols on the effect display device 9, as shown in FIG. 50 (see steps S973 to S977). .

  In FIG. 50, the time (from T2 to T3 shown in FIG. 50) from when the ending effect starts to redisplay the effect symbol until the effect of stopping the effect symbol is displayed. 49. Is it the same as the time (from T2 to T3 shown in FIG. 49) until the last stop symbol of the effect symbol is displayed until the last stop symbol of the effect symbol is displayed as if the re-variation of the effect symbol is started at 49? Or nearly the same.

  As described above, according to this embodiment, for all the predetermined variation patterns, all effect symbols are temporarily displayed from when the variation display is started until the display result is derived and displayed. Fluctuation patterns # 1 to # 12 and # 19 to # 30 for executing pseudo continuous variation effects for restarting the variation display of all effect symbols after being stopped are included. In addition, the production control microcomputer 100 is suddenly controlled in the probable big hit game state, and in the same production mode as when the pseudo-continuous variation production is executed, such as fluctuation fluctuation and re-variation of the production symbol. Perform the production. Therefore, the player recognizes whether a pseudo-continuous variation mode effect is being executed due to suddenly being controlled to a probable big hit game state or whether a pseudo continuous variation effect is being executed during a single change in the effect design. Can be difficult. Therefore, in the gaming machine configured to be able to shift to the sudden probability change big hit game state, it is possible to perform an effect in which the sudden probability change big hit game state and the pseudo-continuous variation effect are associated with each other, thereby improving the interest in the game.

  Further, according to this embodiment, in response to the variable display of the special symbols (first special symbol, second special symbol) on the special symbol indicators 8a and 8b, a plurality of types of decorative symbols (first decorative symbols, There are provided decorative design indicators 9b, 9b for performing variable display of the second decorative design. Further, the production control microcomputer 100 responds to the start of variable display of the special symbols (the first special symbol and the second special symbol) on the special symbol indicators 8a and 8b, and the ornament symbols on the ornament symbol indicators 9b and 9b. The variable display of (first decorative symbol, second decorative symbol) is started. Then, control for deriving and displaying the display results on the decorative symbol displays 9b and 9b is performed in correspondence with the derivation display of the display results on the special symbol displays 8a and 8b. Therefore, even if the effect symbol displayed on the effect display device 9 becomes difficult to see due to the pseudo continuous variation mode effect that is executed when the game state is suddenly controlled to the probable big hit game state, the decorative symbol indicators 9b and 9b are displayed. By confirming the decorative symbols (first decorative symbol, second decorative symbol) displayed on the screen, the current variation display state can be recognized.

  Further, according to this embodiment, when the production control microcomputer 100 is suddenly controlled to the probable big hit game state, the pseudo continuous variation effect is executed in the ending effect of the big hit game state effect. The re-variation effect is executed in the same effect manner as when the user is. Therefore, the pseudo continuous variation mode effect similar to the pseudo continuous variation effect can be easily executed when the game state is suddenly controlled to the probability variation big hit game state. For example, in an effect that is executed in response to the opening control of the special variable winning ball device (large winning opening) 20 in the sudden probability variation big hit game state, the effect time is limited by the opening time of the special variable winning ball device 20. There is a possibility that the production time of the production in the production mode similar to the pseudo continuous variation production cannot be secured sufficiently. If it is an ending effect of the big hit game state effect, the effect time can be set in accordance with the effect time of the effect of the effect similar to the pseudo continuous variation effect, so when suddenly controlled to the probable big hit game state, It is possible to easily execute a quasi-continuous variation mode effect having an effect mode similar to the quasi-continuous variation effect.

  Further, according to this embodiment, when the effect control microcomputer 100 is suddenly controlled to the probable big hit game state, the big hit game state effect is started and then the ending effect during the big hit game state effect is started. In the meantime, an effect in the effect mode similar to the effect such as the fluctuation of shaking before the re-change is executed. Therefore, it is possible to give the player an impression that the pseudo continuous variation effect is executed when the game state is suddenly controlled to the probability variation big hit game state. Therefore, the player's attention is drawn to the effect executed by the effect display device 9, and the sudden probability variation big hit game state control such as the opening control of the special variable winning ball device (large winning award) 20 is performed. Can be made difficult for the player to recognize.

  In addition, according to this embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 is executed in the normal state after the suddenly probable big hit game state is terminated or after the variation display of the effect symbol with the pseudo continuous variation effect is terminated. Control to a common chance mode different from the production mode. Therefore, by shifting to the chance mode, it is possible to make the player recognize that it is at least after the end of the sudden probability variation big hit gaming state or after the end of the variation display of the effect symbol accompanying the pseudo continuous variation effect.

  In addition, according to this embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 causes the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 to have the same number of times (for example, 5 seconds) as the sudden probability change big hit game state and the same number of times as the sudden probability change big hit game state (for example, (Twice) A small hit gaming state that changes to an open state is executed. Therefore, the amusement with respect to the game can be further improved by executing the small hit game state in the open mode similar to the sudden probability change big hit game state.

Embodiment 2. FIG.
In the first embodiment, a case where a pseudo continuous variation mode effect is executed by performing an effect in the same manner as the re-change of the effect symbol during the big hit gaming state based on suddenly probable big hit is shown. However, on the condition that the number of reserved memories is not zero at the start of the fluctuation when the fluctuation display result is suddenly a probable big hit, the effect in the same manner as the re-changing of the effect symbol is performed in the fluctuation display that starts immediately after the big hit gaming state ends. Thus, a pseudo continuous variation mode effect may be executed. Hereinafter, a second embodiment in which a pseudo continuous variation mode effect is performed by performing an effect in the same manner as the re-change of the effect symbol in the change display started immediately after the end of the big hit gaming state will be described.

  In the present embodiment, detailed description of the parts having the same configuration and processing as those of the first embodiment will be omitted, and parts different from the first embodiment will be mainly described.

  FIG. 51 is an explanatory diagram illustrating an example of the effect of the pseudo continuous variation effect according to the second embodiment. In FIG. 51, as an example, during the period from the start of the change of the effect symbol to the final stop, the effect symbol is temporarily stopped and changed again (variation patterns # 1 to # 3, # 19 to # 22). Is used). When performing the variation display of the effect symbols based on the variation pattern with the pseudo continuous variation effect, first, as shown in FIGS. 51 (A) and (B), the effect display device 9 changes the effect symbols 9A, 9B, and 9C. Display starts. In this case, with the start of variation of the effect symbols 9A, 9B, and 9C, in this embodiment, an effect of vibrating the decorative member 93 is performed, and the decoration provided on the decorative member 93 as shown in FIG. The first lamp 93c is turned on. Specifically, the production control CPU 101 vibrates the decorative member 93 by outputting a drive signal to a vibration motor (not shown) for vibrating the decorative member 93 and outputs a lamp control signal. As a result, the decorative lamp 93c is turned on.

  Next, when the temporary stop time of the temporary stop symbol of the effect symbol comes, the temporary stop symbols 9D, 9E, and 9F of the effect symbol are temporarily stopped in the effect display device 9 as shown in FIG. In this case, for example, as shown in FIG. 51 (C), it is suggested that the re-change of the effect symbol starts by swinging and changing each temporary stop symbol 9D, 9E, 9F that is temporarily stopped in the effect display device 9. Produce like you do. Further, while the temporary stop symbols 9D, 9E, and 9F are swaying and fluctuating, as shown in FIG. 51C, the lighting display of the first lamp 93c for decoration provided on the decoration member 93 is displayed. Will continue. Note that, for example, when a predetermined sound effect is output from the speaker 27 or a predetermined lamp display other than the decorative lamps 93a to 93c provided on the decorative member 93 is performed, the re-change of the effect design starts. An effect that suggests may be performed. For example, when the decorative member 92 provided around the effect display device 9 is configured to be movable, the decorative member 92 is moved (for example, the movable member 92 imitating a dragon shape is used as the effect display device 9). It may be possible to perform an effect that suggests that the re-variation of the effect symbol starts by moving the image so as to overlap the display screen.

  Next, when the start time of re-variation of the effect symbol comes, re-variation of the effect symbol is started as shown in FIG. In this case, while continuing the effect of vibrating the decorative member 93, as shown in FIG. 51D, in addition to the first lamp 93c for decoration provided on the decorative member 93, the second lamp 93b. Is displayed. That is, the lamps 93a to 93c provided on the decorative member 93 are rendered to turn on a number of lamps corresponding to the number of fluctuations. In addition, for example, when the decorative member 92 provided around the effect display device 9 is configured to be movable, the decorative member 92 is moved in accordance with re-variation (for example, the movable member 92 imitating a dragon shape). May be performed in such a manner that it is movable so as to overlap the display screen of the effect display device 9.

  Next, when the pseudo continuous variation effect is executed, as shown in FIG. 51 (E), the left and right symbols 9G of the effect symbol in the last re-variation executed between the start of the effect symbol change and the final stop. , 9H and the reach effect (either normal reach, super reach A or super reach B) is executed. In this case, while the reach effect is executed, the lighting display of the two decorative lamps 93b and 93c provided on the decorative member 93 is continued as shown in FIG. In addition, when it is determined that there is a deviation, when a pseudo continuous variation effect is performed during the variation display of the effect symbol (when variation patterns # 19, # 23, and # 27 described later are used), the reach is reached in the last re-variation. Without performing the effect, the symbol may be stopped and displayed as it is as the final stop symbol of the effect symbol.

  In the example shown in FIG. 51, the case where re-variation is performed only once during the period from the start to the final stop of the effect symbol is shown, but the same effect is also performed when re-variation is performed a plurality of times. For example, the temporary stop and re-change effects are repeatedly executed in the same manner as in FIGS. 51 (C) and 51 (D), and the reach effect is executed in the same manner as in FIG. 51 (E) in the last re-change. The However, when the second and subsequent re-changes are performed, an effect of vibrating the decorative member 93 is executed, and a third lamp 93a is added to the two decorative lamps 93b and 93c provided on the decorative member 93. Is displayed.

  FIG. 52 is an explanatory diagram illustrating an example of a variation pattern determination table for sudden probability variation big hit including a variation pattern used when the special symbol stop symbol in the second embodiment is “sudden probability variation big hit symbol”.

  As shown in FIG. 52, in this embodiment, as a variation pattern for suddenly probable variation, the variation pattern in the normal mode without the pseudo continuous variation mode effect (variation pattern # 32) and the variation with the pseudo continuous variation mode effect. Pattern (variation pattern # 33) is provided.

  When the variation display of the effect pattern is performed using the variation pattern # 32 of the normal mode, the effect display device 9 displays the variation display of the normal effect pattern without the reach effect (the vibration effect of the decoration member 93 and the decoration display). The lamps 93a to 93c are not turned on), and when the variation time elapses, a symbol that suddenly recalls a probable big hit (for example, “123”; hereinafter, suddenly probable big hit symbol) is stopped and displayed. End the symbol variation display. Then, after the display of the variation of the effect symbol is finished, the winning opening is opened for a smaller number of times (for example, two times) than the time of the probability variation big hit or the normal big hit, for example, a smaller number of times (for example, two times). An effect corresponding to the sudden probability change big hit (for example, an effect of displaying a sudden probability change big hit symbol or a character. An effect of a normal mode at a big hit different from the pseudo continuous variation mode effect) is executed.

  When the change display of the effect symbol is performed using the variation pattern # 33 accompanied with the pseudo continuous variation mode effect, the effect display device 9 displays the normal effect symbol without the reach effect and the change time is changed. When the time has elapsed, the shifted symbol is stopped and displayed. In this case, an effect of vibrating the decorative member 93 is performed, and the first lamp 93c for decoration is turned on. Then, after the display of the variation of the effect symbol is finished, the winning opening is opened for a smaller number of times (for example, two times) than the time of the probability variation big hit or the normal big hit, for example, a smaller number of times (for example, two times). By changing the stop-displayed off-set symbol in a swinging manner, an effect that suggests that the re-change of the effect symbol starts is performed. Then, when the big hit gaming state is finished, in the variation display of the effect symbol executed immediately after that, the effect that vibrates the decorative member 93 is executed and the second lamp 93b for decoration is turned on and displayed. The effect is as if the re-variation of the design has started.

  When the effect pattern is displayed using the variation pattern # 33 accompanied by the pseudo continuous variation mode effect by performing the effect of the above-described aspect, it is actually a big hit game corresponding to the sudden probability change big hit. However, in the effect display device 9, it is possible to make it appear as if the variation display of the effect symbol accompanied by the pseudo continuous variation effect is continued. Further, the player can be made aware of the pseudo-continuous variation mode effect being executed in the effect display device 9, and can be made difficult to notice that the opening / closing operation of the special winning opening is being performed. Therefore, it is difficult for the player to recognize whether the big hit gaming state effect is executed due to suddenly controlled to the probable big hit gaming state or whether the variation display of the effect symbol with pseudo continuous variation effect is executed. be able to. Therefore, in the gaming machine configured to be able to shift to the sudden probability change big hit game state, it is possible to perform an effect in which the sudden probability change big hit game state and the pseudo-continuous variation effect are associated with each other, thereby improving the interest in the game.

  In this embodiment, when the pseudo continuous variation mode effect is executed, the temporary stop or re-variation is not performed during the fluctuation display before the big hit game. Temporary stop or re-variation may be performed even during the variation display before the game. In this case, for example, as in the first embodiment, as a variation pattern for a sudden probability variation big hit with a pseudo continuous variation mode effect, a variation pattern including one revariation (variation patterns # 34, # shown in FIG. 10). 36) may be prepared.

  FIG. 53 is a flowchart showing the variation pattern setting process (step S301) in the second embodiment. In this embodiment, the processes in steps S91 and S92 are the same as those shown in the first embodiment. If the sudden probability big hit flag is set in step S92 (Y in step S92), the CPU 56 checks whether both the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number are 0 (step S91A). Specifically, the CPU 56 first checks whether or not both the value of the first reserved memory number counter and the value of the second reserved memory number counter are zero.

  If both the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number are 0 (Y in step S91A), the CPU 56 uses the variation pattern for sudden probability variation big hit in the normal mode (variation pattern # 32 shown in FIG. 52). (Step S92B). That is, in this case, since there is no pending storage, there is a possibility that the variation display of the effect symbols may not be started after the big hit game based on the suddenly probable big hit. In this case, if the variation display of the effect symbol is performed using the variation pattern for sudden probability variation big hit with pseudo continuous variation mode production (variation pattern # 33 shown in FIG. 52), it suggests re-variation during the big hit game. Even if such an effect is performed, a situation as if the re-variation has not been performed may occur, and the player may feel uncomfortable. Therefore, in this embodiment, when there is no pending storage, the variation pattern # 32 for sudden probability variation big hit of the normal mode is forcibly determined to prevent such a situation from occurring.

  If at least either the first reserved memory number or the second reserved memory number is not 0 (N in step S91A), the CPU 56 uses the sudden variation pattern determination table as a variation pattern determination table for determining a variation pattern. (See FIG. 52) is set (step S93A). Then, the process proceeds to step S102. After that, when the variation pattern determination table for sudden probability variation big hit is set in step S93A, the variation for the sudden probability variation big hit in the normal mode is used in the determination processing in step S102 using the set variation pattern determination table for sudden probability variation big hit. Either the pattern # 32 or the variation pattern # 33 for sudden probability variation big hit with pseudo continuous variation mode effect is determined.

  Note that the processes in steps S94 to S109 are the same as those described in the first embodiment.

  In this embodiment, if both the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number are 0, the fluctuation pattern for sudden probability variation big hit in the normal mode is forcibly changed (variation pattern # 32 shown in FIG. 52). If either the first reserved memory number or the second reserved memory number is not 0, step S102 is performed using the sudden probability variation big hit variation pattern determination table (see FIG. 52) set in step S93A. In the case of determining the variation pattern # 32 for sudden probability variation big hit in the normal mode or the variation pattern # 33 for sudden probability variation big hit with pseudo continuous variation mode presentation, the first reserved memory number or the second If any of the number of reserved memories is not 0, the variation pattern # 33 for sudden probability variation big hit with pseudo continuous variation mode effect may be forcibly determined.

  FIG. 54 and FIG. 55 are flowcharts showing the effect symbol variation start process (step S801) in the second embodiment. In this embodiment, when the variation pattern command is read from the variation pattern command storage area (step S821), the effect control CPU 101 changes the variation pattern for sudden probability variation big hit with the pseudo continuous variation mode effect (the variation pattern shown in FIG. 52). # 33) is confirmed (step S821E). If the variation pattern is for a sudden probability variation big hit with a pseudo continuous variation mode effect, the effect control CPU 101 sets a pseudo continuous mode execution flag indicating that the pseudo continuous variation mode effect is to be executed (step S821F).

  If it is not the variation pattern for the sudden probability variation big hit with the pseudo continuous variation mode effect, the effect control CPU 101 determines that the read variation pattern command is the variation pattern with the pseudo continuous variation effect (variation patterns # 1 to # 12 shown in FIG. 8). , # 19 to # 30) (step S821G). If the variation pattern is accompanied by a quasi-continuous variation effect, the effect control CPU 101 sets a quasi-continuous execution flag indicating that the quasi-continuous variation effect is executed during the variation display of the effect symbol (step S821H).

  In this embodiment, the processes in steps S822 to S833 are the same as those shown in the first embodiment.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the pseudo continuous execution flag is set (step S834A). If set, the effect control CPU 101 performs control to vibrate the decoration member 93 provided around the effect display device 9 (step S834B), and the first decoration for the decoration member 93 is provided. Control to turn on the lamp 93c is performed (step S834C).

  If the pseudo continuous execution flag is not set, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the pseudo continuous mode execution flag is set (step S834D). If set, the effect control CPU 101 performs control to vibrate the decoration member 93 provided around the effect display device 9 (step S834E) and the first decoration for the decoration member 93 is provided. Control to turn on the lamp 93c is performed (step S834F).

  If the quasi-continuous execution flag is not set, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the sudden probability change execution flag is set (step S834G). The sudden probability change executed flag is a flag indicating that the big hit game corresponding to the sudden probability change big hit is ended when the pseudo continuous variation mode effect is executed at the time of the sudden probability change big hit (see step S97B described later). If set, the effect control CPU 101 resets the sudden probability change execution flag (step S834H). Then, control is performed to vibrate the decorative member 93 provided around the effect display device 9 (step S834I), and the second lamp 93b is turned on in addition to the decorative lamp 93c provided on the decorative member 93. Control is performed (step S834J).

  Note that the processes in steps S836 and S837 are the same as those described in the first embodiment.

  FIG. 56 is a flowchart showing the processing during the effect symbol variation (step S802) in the second embodiment. In this embodiment, the processes in steps S841 to S847 are the same as those shown in the first embodiment.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the pseudo continuous execution flag is set (step S847A). If set, the effect control CPU 101 controls the vibration of the decorative member 93 according to the contents of the process data and controls the display state of the decorative lamps 93a to 93c provided on the decorative member 93 (step). S847B).

  In step S847B, an effect of vibrating the decorative member 93 is executed, and control is performed to change the number of lighting lamps 93a to 93c for decoration provided on the decorative member 93 in accordance with the number of changes in the effect symbol. For example, in the state where the first lamp 93c for decoration is lit and displayed, when re-change is started after the effect symbol is temporarily stopped, the effect of vibrating the decoration member 93 is executed and the decoration is performed. In addition to the first lamp 93c, a second lamp 93b for decoration is lit. In addition, when re-variation is started after the effect symbol is temporarily stopped in the state where the two lamps 93b and 93c for decoration are turned on, the effect of vibrating the decorative member 93 is executed and the effect for decoration is also performed. In addition to the two lamps 93b and 93c, a third lamp 93a for decoration is lit up.

  In addition, the variation display of the effect symbol is executed according to the variation pattern for sudden probability variation big hit with the pseudo continuous variation mode effect (variation pattern # 33 shown in FIG. 52), the vibration effect of the decoration member 93 is executed, and the decoration member 93 is executed. When the lighting display of the first lamp 93c provided on the display is executed (see steps S834E and 834F), the first lamp provided on the decorative member 93 in the effect symbol variation processing shown in FIG. The lighting display of the lamp 93c is continued.

  Further, when the pseudo continuous variation mode effect is executed at the time of sudden probability change big hit, after the big hit game corresponding to the sudden probability change big hit is finished, the vibration effect of the decoration member 93 is executed and 2 provided on the decoration member 93 When the two lamps 93b and 93c are turned on (see steps S834I and 834J), the two lamps 93b and 93c provided on the decorative member 93 are turned on in the effect symbol changing process shown in FIG. Display continues.

  Note that the processes in steps S848 to S850 are the same as those described in the first embodiment.

  FIG. 57 is a flowchart showing the effect symbol fluctuation stopping process (step S803) in the second embodiment. In this embodiment, the processes in steps S851 to S859 are the same as those shown in the first embodiment.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the pseudo continuous mode execution flag is set (step S860A). If it is not set, the process proceeds to step S862, and if it is set, the process proceeds to step S865.

  Note that the processes in steps S862 to S867 are the same as those described in the first embodiment.

  FIG. 58 is a flowchart showing the jackpot display process (step S804) in the second embodiment. In this embodiment, the processes in steps S1871 to S1880 are the same as those shown in the first embodiment.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the pseudo continuous mode execution flag is set (step S1881A). If it is set, the process proceeds to step S1883. If it is not set, the process proceeds to step S1884.

  Note that the processes in steps S1883 to S1888 are the same as those described in the first embodiment.

  FIG. 59 is a flowchart illustrating the mid-round processing (step S805) according to the second embodiment. In this embodiment, the processes in steps S1901 to S1906 are the same as those shown in the first embodiment.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the pseudo continuous mode execution flag is set (step S1907A). If it is set, the process proceeds to step S1909. If not set, the process proceeds to step S1910.

  Note that the processes in steps S1909 to S1914 are the same as those described in the first embodiment.

  60 and 61 are flowcharts showing the post-round processing (step S806) in the second embodiment. In this embodiment, the processes in steps S1930 to S1936 are the same as those shown in the first embodiment.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the pseudo continuous mode execution flag is set (step S1937A). If it is set, the process proceeds to step S1939. If it is not set, the process proceeds to step S1940.

  In addition, the processes in steps S1939 to S1944 are the same as those described in the first embodiment.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the pseudo continuous mode execution flag is set (step S1945A). If set (Y of step S1945A), the CPU 101 for effect control selects the ending effect corresponding to the effect before the re-variation of the pseudo continuous variation mode effect (step S1946A). If not set (N of step S1945A), the process proceeds to step S1949.

  Note that the processing in steps S1949 to S1953 is the same as that in the first embodiment.

  FIG. 62 is a flowchart showing the jackpot end effect process (step S807) in the second embodiment. In this embodiment, the processes in steps S971 to S977 are the same as those shown in the first embodiment. However, if the ending effect corresponding to the effect before the re-variation of the pseudo continuous variation mode effect is selected in step S1946A based on the setting of the pseudo continuous mode execution flag, in step S974, the effect display device 9 By changing the stop-displayed off-set symbol in a swinging manner, an effect that suggests that the re-change of the effect symbol starts is performed. In this case, the lighting display of the first lamp 93c for decoration is continued.

  When the effect period measurement timer times out (Y in step S972), the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the pseudo continuous mode execution flag is set (step S977A). If it has been set, the probability variation execution flag is suddenly set (step S977B). Then, a predetermined flag such as a pseudo continuous mode execution flag is reset (step S978), and the value of the effect control process flag is set to a value corresponding to the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) (step S979).

  Next, a description will be given of the effects of the pseudo continuous variation effect and the pseudo continuous variation effect. FIG. 63 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the production mode of the pseudo continuous variation production and the pseudo continuous variation production in the second embodiment. In FIG. 63, (A) to (E) shown on the left side are examples of the production mode of the pseudo continuous variation mode effect that is executed at the time of sudden probability variation big hit. Further, (F) to (J) shown on the right side are examples of the production mode of the pseudo continuous variation effect performed during the variation display of one effect symbol.

  First, a description will be given of an effect mode of a pseudo continuous variation effect performed during a variation display of one effect symbol. In FIGS. 63 (F) to (J), as an example, during the period from the start of the change of the effect design to the final stop, the effect design is temporarily stopped and changed again, and the reach is reached in the last change. The case where the production is not accompanied (when the variation patterns # 19, # 23, and # 27 are used) is shown. Also, in FIGS. 63 (F) to (J), as an example, the case where the variation display of the effect symbol is executed in synchronization with the variation display of the first special symbol and the first decoration symbol is shown.

  When performing the variation display of the effect symbol based on the variation pattern with the pseudo continuous variation effect, the game control microcomputer 560 (specifically, the CPU 56), as shown in FIG. 63 (F), the first special symbol. The display of the first special symbol on the display 8a is started (see steps S107 to S109). Further, based on the fact that the effect control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the effect control CPU 101) has received the variation pattern command from the game control microcomputer 560 (see Y in step S811), FIG. ), The effect display device 9 starts to display the effect symbol variation (see steps S831 to S837). In this case, the CPU 101 for effect control performs the effect of vibrating the decorative member 93 and lights the first lamp 93c for decoration provided on the decorative member 93 (see steps S834B and S834C). Further, as shown in FIG. 63 (F), the effect control CPU 101 starts the first decorative symbol display on the first decorative symbol display 9a (see steps S782 to S784, S788, and S789).

  Next, when the temporary stop time of the temporary stop symbol of the effect symbol arrives, the effect control CPU 101 temporarily stops the temporary stop symbol of the effect symbol on the effect display device 9 as shown in FIG. 63 (G) (step S847). reference). In this case, for example, as shown in FIGS. 63 (G) and 63 (H), it is suggested that the re-change of the effect symbol starts by swinging and changing each temporary stop symbol that is temporarily stopped in the effect display device 9. Produce like this. More precisely, in FIG. 63 (G), when the temporary stop time comes, first, the effect control CPU 101 slightly changes the temporary stop symbol of the effect symbol to stop the temporary stop symbol of the effect symbol. The effect is shown to the player as if it was displayed (actually, it did not stop completely but changed slightly). Then, in FIG. 63 (H), the effect control CPU 101 causes the temporary stop symbol of the effect symbol to fluctuate more greatly and suggests that the re-change of the effect symbol starts. Further, in this case, while the temporary stop symbol of the effect symbol is stopped and displayed, as shown in FIGS. 63 (G) and (H), the first lamp 93c for decoration provided on the decoration member 93 is used. The lighting state of is maintained. While the temporary stop symbol of the effect symbol is stopped and displayed, as shown in FIGS. 63 (G) and (H), the first special symbol display unit 8a continues to display the variation of the first special symbol. (See steps S121 to S124). Further, while the temporary stop symbol of the effect symbol is stopped and displayed, as shown in FIGS. 63 (G) and (H), the first decorative symbol display unit 9a continues to display the variation of the first decorative symbol. (See Steps S787 to S790).

  Next, when the start time of the re-change of the effect symbol comes, as shown in FIG. 63 (I), re-change of the effect symbol is started in the effect display device 9 (see step S847). In this case, the CPU 101 for effect control performs the effect of vibrating the decorative member 93 and lights the second lamp 92b in addition to the first lamp 93c for decoration provided on the decorative member 93 (step (See S847B). Even when the effect symbol is changed again, as shown in FIG. 63 (I), the first special symbol display 8a continues to display the change of the first special symbol (see steps S121 to S124). Also, when the effect symbol is re-varied, as shown in FIG. 63 (I), the first ornament symbol change display is continued on the first ornament symbol display 9a (see steps S787 to S790).

  Next, when the stop time of the final stop symbol arrives, as shown in FIG. 63 (J), the CPU 56 uses the first special symbol display unit 8a to display the off symbol (for example, “-”) as the stop symbol of the first special symbol. Stop display (see step S130). In addition, as shown in FIG. 63 (J), the effect control CPU 101 causes the effect display device 9 to stop and display the off symbol as the final stop symbol of the effect symbol (see step S854). In this case, even when the final stop symbol of the effect symbol is stopped and displayed, the lighting state of the two decorative lamps 93b and 93c provided on the decorative member 93 is maintained as shown in FIG. . Further, as shown in FIG. 63 (J), the effect control CPU 101 uses the first decorative symbol display 9a to display the first decorative symbol as a stop symbol of the first decorative symbol (for example, a state where both LEDs are turned off). Stop display is performed (see step S791).

  As described above, the effects as shown in FIGS. 63 (F) to 63 (J) are performed, so that the effect pattern fluctuates a plurality of times in a pseudo manner during one change of the effect symbol in the effect display device 9. A pseudo continuous variation effect is performed as shown. In the example shown in FIG. 63, the case where the pseudo continuous variation effect is executed when the change display of the effect symbol is executed corresponding to the change display of the first special symbol is shown. In the case where the pseudo continuous variation effect is executed when the effect symbol change display is executed corresponding to the effect, the same effect as in FIGS. 63 (F) to (J) is executed. Further, in the example shown in FIG. 63, the case where re-change is performed only once between the start of change of the effect symbol and the final stop is shown, but the same effect is also performed when re-change is performed a plurality of times. For example, temporary stop and re-variation effects are repeatedly executed in the same manner as in FIGS. 63 (G) to 63 (I). Further, in the example shown in FIG. 63, the case where the reach effect is not executed in the last re-variation is shown, but when the reach effect is executed in the last re-change, FIG. 48 shown in the first embodiment is shown. Effects similar to (N) to (P) are executed in the effect display device 9. However, in this embodiment, the lighting state of the decorative lamps 93a to 93c provided on the decorative member 93 is maintained even during execution of the reach effect.

  Next, a description will be given of an effect mode of a pseudo continuous variation mode effect that is performed at the time of a sudden probability big hit. When the pseudo continuous variation mode effect is performed at the time of suddenly probable big hit on condition that the number of stored memories is not 0, the CPU 56 determines that the fluctuation display result of the first special symbol is suddenly probable big hit (see steps S62 and S77). As shown in FIG. 63 (A), the first special symbol display 8a starts the variable display of the first special symbol (see steps S107 to S109). Further, based on the fact that the variation control command is received from the game control microcomputer 560 (see Y in step S811), the effect control CPU 101 performs the effect symbol on the effect display device 9 as shown in FIG. 63 (A). Is started (see steps S831 to S837). In this case, the effect control CPU 101 performs an effect of vibrating the decorative member 93 and lights the first lamp 93c for decoration provided on the decorative member 93 (see steps S834E and S834F). Furthermore, as shown in FIG. 63A, the effect control CPU 101 starts the first decorative symbol display on the first decorative symbol display unit 9a (see steps S782 to S784, S788, and S789).

  Next, when the stop time of the final stop symbol arrives, as shown in FIG. 63 (B), the CPU 56 suddenly changes the probable big hit symbol (for example, “1”) as the stop symbol of the first special symbol on the first special symbol indicator 8a. ) Is stopped and displayed (see step S130). Further, the effect control CPU 101 receives the change pattern command for the pseudo continuous change mode effect (the change pattern command specifying the change pattern # 33 shown in FIG. 52). As shown in the figure, the effect display device 9 stops and displays the symbol as the final stop symbol of the effect symbol (see step S854). In other words, if a sudden probability change big hit symbol (for example, “123”) is stopped and displayed suddenly as the final stop symbol of the production symbol, the player will be suddenly recognized that it is a probable big hit symbol. Let In this case, even when the probability variation big hit symbol is suddenly stopped as the final stop symbol of the production symbol, the first lamp 93c for decoration provided on the decorative member 93 is turned on as shown in FIG. State is maintained. Further, as shown in FIG. 63 (B), the effect control CPU 101 suddenly has a probable big hit symbol as a stop symbol of the first ornament symbol on the first ornament symbol display 9a (for example, only the upper LED is lit). Is stopped and displayed (see step S791).

  Next, when receiving the jackpot start 4 designation command, the effect control CPU 101 starts a fanfare effect (see steps S858, S865 to S867, and S1876 to S1880). In this case, in the fanfare effect, as shown in FIG. 63 (C), the effect that suggests that the re-variation of the effect symbol starts by changing the effect symbol that was finally stopped in the last change display. I do. In this case, in the same manner as in FIG. 63 (H), an effect that suggests that the re-variation of the effect symbol starts is performed by changing the effect symbol.

  In the following, by executing the effects after FIG. 63 (C), effects similar to the pseudo continuous variation effects are performed in the pseudo continuous variation effect effects. Specifically, the effects displayed on the effect display device 9 in the order of FIGS. 63 (C), (D), and (E) shown below and the effect of the sound effect output using the speaker 27 are shown in FIG. 63 (H). ), (I), and (J).

  In the example shown in FIG. 63 (C), the case where the same effect symbol (“122” in this example) as the temporary stop symbol shown in FIG. 63 (H) is shaken and changed on the effect display device 9 is shown. However, if the mode of production suggesting the start of re-variation, such as the mode of fluctuation, is the same, in FIG. 63C, the same design as the temporary stop symbol shown in FIG. There is no need.

  Note that the lighting state of the first lamp 93c for decoration provided on the decoration member 93 is maintained even during the execution period of the fanfare effect, as shown in FIG. 63 (C). Since it is the fanfare effect period, as shown in FIG. 63 (C), the first special symbol display 8a continuously displays the probability variation big hit symbol (for example, “1”) continuously. As shown in FIG. 63 (C), the first decorative symbol display 9a continuously displays a sudden probability variation big hit symbol (for example, a state in which only the upper LED is lit).

  Next, the CPU 56 performs control to open and close the special variable winning ball apparatus (large winning opening) 20 in accordance with the arrival time or closing time of the large winning opening (see steps S305 to S307). During this time, the effect control CPU 101 receives the during-round effect (see Steps S1902 to S1906) and the interval effect (see Steps S1932 to S1936) based on the receipt of the special prize opening opening designation command and the special prize opening opening designation command. ). In this case, in the effect during the round and the interval effect, as shown in FIG. 63 (C), it is suggested that the re-change of the effect symbol starts by changing the effect symbol that was last stopped in the last change display. Continue to produce. In this case, in the same manner as in FIG. 63 (H), an effect that suggests that the re-variation of the effect symbol starts is performed by changing the effect symbol. In this case, the lighting state of the first lamp 93c for decoration provided on the decoration member 93 is maintained as shown in FIG. 63C even during the execution period of the round effect and the interval effect. . In addition, since it is an effect during a round and an interval effect, as shown in FIG. 63 (C), the first special symbol display 8a continuously displays a probability variation big hit symbol (for example, “1”) continuously. As shown in FIG. 63 (C), the first decorative symbol display 9a continuously displays a sudden probability variation big hit symbol (for example, a state in which only the upper LED is lit).

  Next, when receiving the jackpot end 3 designation command, the effect control CPU 101 starts the ending effect (see steps S1930, S1945-S1948, S1951-S1953, S973-S977). In this case, in the ending effect, as shown in FIG. 63 (C), the effect that suggests that the re-change of the effect symbol starts by changing the effect symbol that was stopped last in the last change display. Continue. In this case, in the same manner as in FIG. 63 (H), an effect that suggests that the re-variation of the effect symbol starts is performed by changing the effect symbol. In this case, the lighting state of the first lamp 93c for decoration provided on the decorative member 93 is maintained as shown in FIG. 63C even during the execution period of the ending effect. Since it is the ending effect period, as shown in FIG. 63 (C), the first special symbol display unit 8a continuously displays the probability variation big hit symbol (for example, “1”) continuously. As shown in FIG. 63 (C), the first decorative symbol display 9a continuously displays a sudden probability variation big hit symbol (for example, a state in which only the upper LED is lit).

  In addition, in this embodiment, it is suggested that the re-change of the production symbol starts by changing the production symbol over the fanfare production, the round production, the interval production and the ending production in the big hit gaming state. Although the production is performed, the period from the start of the fanfare production to the end of the ending production is set to be sufficiently short (for example, 10 seconds) so that the player does not feel uncomfortable. To do. In this embodiment, in FIG. 63 (C), it is suggested that the re-change of the effect design starts by changing the effect design from the start of the fanfare effect to the end of the ending effect. The time during which the performance is performed is the same as or substantially the same as the time during which the performance in which the effect design is shaken and changed in FIG.

  Next, when the ending effect is finished, the CPU 56 starts the variable display of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display 8a as shown in FIG. 63 (D) (refer to Steps S107 to S109, second). The variation display of the second special symbol may be started on the special symbol display 8b). Further, based on the fact that the variation control command is received from the game control microcomputer 560 (see Y in step S811), the effect control CPU 101 performs the effect symbol on the effect display device 9 as shown in FIG. 63 (D). Is started (see steps S831 to S837). In this case, the CPU 101 for effect control performs an effect of vibrating the decorative member 93, and lights the second lamp 93b in addition to the first lamp 93c for decoration provided on the decorative member 93 (step). S834I and S834J). By doing so, it can appear to the player as if re-variation of the pseudo continuous variation effect has been started. In this case, in the same manner as in FIG. 63 (I), the effect symbol variation is started, and the kite also performs the effect as if the effect symbol re-variation was started. Furthermore, as shown in FIG. 63 (D), the effect control CPU 101 starts the first decorative symbol display on the first decorative symbol display 9a (see steps S782 to S784, S788, and S789). The variable display of the second decorative symbol may be started on the two decorative symbol display 9b).

  Next, when the stop time of the final stop symbol arrives, as shown in FIG. 63 (E), the CPU 56 causes the first special symbol display 8a to stop the first special symbol (in the example shown in FIG. 63 (E)). The off symbol is stopped and displayed (see step S130). Further, as shown in FIG. 63 (E), the effect control CPU 101 causes the effect display device 9 to stop display the final stop symbol of the effect symbol (the off symbol in the example shown in FIG. 63 (E)) (see step S854). ). In this case, the final stop symbol of the effect symbol is stopped and displayed in the same manner as in FIG. Also, when the final stop symbol of the effect symbol is stopped and displayed, the lighting state of the two decorative lamps 93b and 93c provided on the decorative member 93 is maintained as shown in FIG. 63 (E). In addition, as shown in FIG. 63E, the effect control CPU 101 uses the first decorative symbol display 9a to stop the first decorative symbol (in the example shown in FIG. In a state where both LEDs are turned off)) is stopped (see step S791).

  In the example shown in FIGS. 63A to 63E, the case where the reach effect is not executed by the change display of the effect symbol that is started immediately after the end of the big hit game is shown, but the change pattern including the reach effect is determined. When it is performed (variation patterns # 13 to # 15 shown in FIG. 8 or variation patterns # 16 to # 18 shown in FIG. 9), reach effects are executed in FIGS. 63 (D) and 63 (E).

  In addition, a variation pattern in which re-variation is performed only once in the variation display of the effect design in which the variation display result is a sudden probability variation jackpot is prepared, and a pseudo continuous variation mode rendering is executed at the time of sudden probability variation big hit based on the variation pattern. In such a case, the temporary stop symbol is temporarily stopped once in the same manner as in FIGS. 63 (G) to 63 (I) within the variable display period of FIGS. Only once. In this case, when the final stop symbol of the effect symbol is stopped and displayed in FIG. 63 (B), the two decorative lamps 93b and 93c provided on the decorative member 93 are turned on. Next, in FIG. 63 (C), an effect that suggests re-variation is performed by performing fluctuation variation of the effect symbol during the big hit game, and two decorative lamps 93b and 93c provided on the decorative member 93 are performed. The lighting state of is maintained. 63D, when the variation display of the next effect symbol is started, the decorative member 93 is vibrated, and in addition to the two decorative lamps 93b and 93c provided on the decorative member 93, three are displayed. The eye lamp 93a is turned on.

  As described above, the effects as shown in FIGS. 63 (A) to 63 (E) are performed, and at the time of the sudden probability change big hit, the game is actually a big hit game based on the sudden probability change big hit. The same effect as the quasi-continuous variation effect executed during one change is executed. For this reason, it is possible to make it difficult for the player to recognize whether the big hit game state effect is being executed due to suddenly being controlled to the probable big hit game state or whether the pseudo continuous variation effect is being executed. Therefore, in the gaming machine configured to be able to shift to the sudden probability change big hit game state, it is possible to perform an effect in which the sudden probability change big hit game state and the pseudo-continuous variation effect are associated with each other, thereby improving the interest in the game.

  In this embodiment, only the fluctuation display result of the first special symbol is suddenly likely to be a big odds, but the fluctuation display result of the second special symbol may suddenly be a big odds. It may be configured. In this case, even when the pseudo continuous variation mode effect is executed based on the fact that the fluctuation display result of the second special symbol suddenly becomes a probable big hit, the same type of effect as in FIGS. 63 (A) to 63 (E) is executed. Is done.

  Next, the production timing of the pseudo continuous variation effect and the pseudo continuous variation mode effect will be described. First, the effect timing of the pseudo continuous variation effect performed during the variation display of one effect symbol will be described. FIG. 64 is an explanatory diagram showing the production timing of the pseudo continuous variation effect in the second embodiment.

  When performing variation display of the effect symbols based on the variation pattern accompanied with the pseudo continuous variation effect, the game control microcomputer 560 (specifically, the CPU 56), as shown in FIG. 64, the special symbol indicators 8a and 8b. In FIG. 4, the variable display of special symbols (first special symbol, second special symbol) is started (see steps S107 to S109). 64. Based on the fact that the effect control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the effect control CPU 101) has received the variation pattern command from the game control microcomputer 560 (see Y in step S811), FIG. As described above, the effect display device 9 starts to display the variation of the effect symbol (see steps S831 to S837). In this case, as shown in FIG. 64, the effect control CPU 101 performs an effect of vibrating the decoration member 93 and lights the first lamp 93c for decoration provided on the decoration member 93 (step S834B, (See S834C). Furthermore, as shown in FIG. 64, the effect control CPU 101 starts the variable display of the decorative symbols (first decorative symbol, second decorative symbol) on the decorative symbol displays 9a and 9b (steps S782 to S784, S788, (See S789).

  Next, when the temporary stop time of the temporary stop symbol of the effect symbol comes, the effect control CPU 101 temporarily stops the temporary stop symbol of the effect symbol on the effect display device 9 as shown in FIG. 64 (see step S847). In this case, for example, as shown in FIG. 64, by causing each temporary stop symbol that is temporarily stopped in the effect display device 9 to fluctuate and change, an effect that suggests that the re-change of the effect symbol starts is performed. In this case, while the temporary stop symbol of the effect symbol is stopped and displayed, the lighting state of the first lamp 93c for decoration provided on the decoration member 93 is maintained as shown in FIG. In addition, while the temporary stop symbol of the effect symbol is stopped and displayed, as shown in FIG. 64, the special symbols (first special symbol, second special symbol) are continuously displayed on the special symbol indicators 8a and 8b. (See steps S121 to S124). In addition, while the temporary stop symbol of the effect symbol is stopped and displayed, as shown in FIG. 64, the decorative symbols (first ornament symbol, second ornament symbol) are continuously displayed on the ornament symbol indicators 9a and 9b. (See steps S787 to S790).

  Next, when the start time of the re-change of the effect symbol comes, as shown in FIG. 64, the effect display device 9 starts re-change of the effect symbol (see step S847). In this case, the CPU 101 for effect control performs the effect of vibrating the decorative member 93 and lights the second lamp 92b in addition to the first lamp 93c for decoration provided on the decorative member 93 (step (See S847B). Even when the effect symbol is re-varied, as shown in FIG. 64, the special symbol indicators 8a and 8b continue to display the variation of the special symbol (first special symbol, second special symbol) (step). (See S121 to S124). In addition, when the effect symbols are changed again, as shown in FIG. 64, the decorative symbols (first decorative symbols, second decorative symbols) are continuously displayed on the decorative symbol indicators 9a and 9b (steps). (See S787 to S790).

  Next, when the stop time of the final stop symbol arrives, as shown in FIG. 64, the CPU 56 uses the special symbol indicators 8a and 8b as the stop symbol (the first special symbol, the second special symbol) as a stop symbol ( For example, "-") is stopped and displayed (see step S130). Further, as shown in FIG. 64, the effect control CPU 101 causes the effect display device 9 to stop and display the off symbol as the final stop symbol of the effect symbol (see step S854). In this case, even when the final stop symbol of the effect symbol is stopped and displayed, as shown in FIG. 64, the lighting state of the two decorative lamps 93b and 93c provided on the decorative member 93 is maintained. In addition, as shown in FIG. 64, the effect control CPU 101 uses a decorative symbol display 9a, 9b as a stop symbol of the decorative symbol (first decorative symbol, second decorative symbol) as a stop symbol (for example, two LEDs together). The display is stopped and displayed (see step S791).

  Next, the production timing of the pseudo-continuous variation mode effect that is performed at the time of sudden probability change big hit will be described. FIG. 65 is an explanatory diagram showing the production timing of the pseudo continuous variation mode effect in the second embodiment.

  When the pseudo continuous variation mode effect is performed at the time of suddenly probable big hit on condition that the number of stored memories is not 0, the CPU 56 determines that the fluctuation display result of the first special symbol is suddenly probable big hit (see steps S62 and S77). As shown in FIG. 65, the special symbol display (in this example, the first special symbol display 8a) starts the variable display of the special symbol (in this example, the first special symbol) (see steps S107 to S109). . Further, based on the fact that the variation control command is received from the game control microcomputer 560 (see Y in step S811), the effect control CPU 101 displays the effect symbol variation display on the effect display device 9, as shown in FIG. Is started (see steps S831 to S837). In this case, the effect control CPU 101 performs an effect of vibrating the decorative member 93 and lights the first lamp 93c for decoration provided on the decorative member 93 (see steps S834E and S834F). Further, as shown in FIG. 65, the effect control CPU 101 starts the variable display of the decorative symbol (the first decorative symbol in this example) on the decorative symbol display (in this example, the first decorative symbol display 9a). (See steps S782 to S784, S788, S789).

  Next, when the stop time of the final stop symbol arrives, the CPU 56, as shown in FIG. 65, displays the special symbol (first special symbol display 8a in this example) on the special symbol indicator (in this example, the first special symbol indicator 8a). Suddenly, the probability variation big hit symbol (for example, “1”) is stopped and displayed as the symbol of the symbol (see step S130). Further, as shown in FIG. 65, the effect control CPU 101 receives the change pattern command for the pseudo continuous change mode effect (the change pattern command for specifying the change pattern # 33 shown in FIG. 52). Then, the final stop symbol of the effect symbol is stopped and displayed on the effect display device 9 (see step S854). In this case, when the final stop symbol of the effect symbol is stopped and displayed, as shown in FIG. 65, the lighting state of the first lamp 93c for decoration provided on the decoration member 93 is maintained. In addition, as shown in FIG. 65, the effect control CPU 101 suddenly uses the decorative symbol display (in this example, the first decorative symbol display 9a) as a stop symbol of the decorative symbol (in this example, the first decorative symbol). The probability variation big hit symbol (for example, a state where only the upper LED is lit) is stopped and displayed (see step S791).

  In FIG. 65, the time from the start of the change of the special symbol, the decorative symbol, and the effect symbol to the stop display of the special symbol, the ornament symbol, and the effect symbol (time from T0 to T1 shown in FIG. 65). Is the same as the time from the start of the change of the special symbol, the decorative symbol, or the effect symbol in FIG. 64 until the temporary stop symbol of the effect symbol is temporarily stopped (time from T0 to T1 shown in FIG. 64). Or approximately the same.

  Next, when receiving the jackpot start 4 designation command, the effect control CPU 101 starts a fanfare effect (see steps S858, S865 to S867, and S1876 to S1880). In this case, in the fanfare effect, as shown in FIG. 65, the effect symbol which suggests that the re-variation of the effect symbol starts is performed by changing the effect symbol which is finally stopped in the last variation display. In this case, as shown in FIG. 65, the lighting state of the first lamp 93c for decoration provided on the decoration member 93 is maintained even during the execution period of the fanfare effect.

  Next, the CPU 56 performs control to open and close the special variable winning ball apparatus (large winning opening) 20 in accordance with the arrival time or closing time of the large winning opening (see steps S305 to S307). During this time, the effect control CPU 101 receives the during-round effect (see Steps S1902 to S1906) and the interval effect (see Steps S1932 to S1936) based on the receipt of the special prize opening opening designation command and the special prize opening opening designation command. ). In this case, in the effect during the round and the interval effect, as shown in FIG. 65, it is suggested that the re-change of the effect symbol starts by changing the effect symbol that was stopped last in the last change display. Continue to produce. In this case, as shown in FIG. 65, the lighting state of the first lamp 93c for decoration provided on the decoration member 93 is maintained even during the execution period of the round effect and the interval effect.

  Next, when receiving the jackpot end 3 designation command, the effect control CPU 101 starts the ending effect (see steps S1930, S1945-S1948, S1951-S1953, S973-S977). In this case, in the ending effect, as shown in FIG. 65, the effect that suggests that the re-change of the effect symbol starts by changing the effect symbol that was last stopped in the last change display is shaken. . In this case, the lighting state of the first lamp 93c for decoration provided on the decorative member 93 is maintained as shown in FIG. 65 even during the execution period of the ending effect.

  In FIG. 65, the time during which the effect of changing the effect symbol from the fanfare effect to the ending effect (the time from T1 to T2 shown in FIG. 50) is changed in FIG. 64 by changing the temporary stop symbol of the effect symbol. It is the same as or substantially the same as the time during which the performance is performed (the time from T1 to T2 shown in FIG. 64).

  Next, when the ending effect is finished, the CPU 56 starts the variable display of the special symbols (first special symbol and second special symbol) on the special symbol indicators 8a and 8b as shown in FIG. 65 (steps S107 to S109). reference). Further, based on the fact that the variation control command is received from the game control microcomputer 560 (see Y in step S811), the effect control CPU 101 displays the effect symbol variation display on the effect display device 9, as shown in FIG. Is started (see steps S831 to S837). In this case, the CPU 101 for effect control performs an effect of vibrating the decorative member 93, and lights the second lamp 93b in addition to the first lamp 93c for decoration provided on the decorative member 93 (step). S834I and S834J). By doing so, it can appear to the player as if re-variation of the pseudo continuous variation effect has been started. Further, as shown in FIG. 65, the effect control CPU 101 starts the variable display of the decorative symbols (first decorative symbol, second decorative symbol) on the decorative symbol indicators 9a and 9b (steps S782 to S784, S788, (See S789).

  Next, when the stop time of the final stop symbol arrives, as shown in FIG. 65, the CPU 56 stops and displays the stop symbol of the special symbol (first special symbol, second special symbol) on the special symbol indicators 8a and 8b. (See step S130). Further, as shown in FIG. 65, the effect control CPU 101 stops and displays the final stop symbol of the effect symbol on the effect display device 9 (see step S854). In this case, even when the final stop symbol of the effect symbol is stopped and displayed, as shown in FIG. 65, the lighting state of the two decorative lamps 93b and 93c provided on the decorative member 93 is maintained. Further, as shown in FIG. 65, the effect control CPU 101 stops and displays the stop symbols of the decorative symbols (first decorative symbol, second decorative symbol) on the decorative symbol displays 9a and 9b (see step S791).

  In FIG. 65, the time from the start of the next change to the start of re-change of the effect design to the effect of stopping the effect design (time from T2 to T3 shown in FIG. 65) ) Is the time from the production as if the re-variation of the production design in FIG. 64 is started to the production of the production to stop and display the final stop design (time from T2 to T3 shown in FIG. 64). Desirably they are the same or nearly the same.

  As described above, according to this embodiment, for all the predetermined variation patterns, all effect symbols are temporarily displayed from when the variation display is started until the display result is derived and displayed. Fluctuation patterns # 1 to # 12 and # 19 to # 30 for executing pseudo continuous variation effects for restarting the variation display of all effect symbols after being stopped are included. The effect control microcomputer 100 performs the effect of vibrating the decorative member 93 and lights the decorative lamps 93a to 93c when the effect symbol change display accompanied with the pseudo continuous change effect is executed. Execute. In addition, in the first variation display of the effect symbol after the sudden probability big hit game state is ended, the decorative member is used regardless of whether or not the variation pattern used for the variation display of the effect symbol is accompanied by a pseudo continuous variation effect. The effect of the aspect similar to the effect which turns on and displays the lamps 93a-93c for decoration while performing the vibration effect of 93 is performed. Therefore, the player recognizes whether a pseudo-continuous variation mode effect is being executed due to suddenly being controlled to a probable big hit game state or whether a pseudo continuous variation effect is being executed during a single change in the effect design. Can be difficult. Specifically, since the sudden probability change big hit gaming state generally ends in a short period of time, after the sudden probability change big hit gaming state ends, the effect in the same manner as before the re-change (the vibration effect of the decoration member 93 is performed and the decoration If the lamps 93a to 93c are turned on), the player can be shown to the player as if performing the pseudo-continuous fluctuation effect, and the player suddenly has a probable big hit game state. Can be difficult to recognize. Therefore, in the gaming machine configured to be able to shift to the sudden probability change big hit game state, it is possible to perform an effect in which the sudden probability change big hit game state and the pseudo-continuous variation effect are associated with each other, thereby improving the interest in the game.

  Further, according to this embodiment, when it is determined that the sudden probability variation jackpot is determined, in the variation display for deriving and displaying the determined sudden probability variation jackpot symbol, the effect before the re-variation (the vibration effect of the decoration member 93 is performed) At the same time, an effect similar to that of the effect of lighting and displaying the decorative lamps 93a to 93c is executed. Therefore, it can be shown to the player as if the pseudo continuous variation effect is being executed, and it is difficult for the player to recognize that it was suddenly probable big hit gaming state. Therefore, interest in games can be improved.

  Further, according to this embodiment, when both the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number are 0, in the first time display of variation of the effect symbol after the sudden probability variation big hit gaming state is finished, The effect similar to the effect executed at the time of the change (the effect of performing the vibration effect of the decorative member 93 and increasing the number of lighting of the decorative lamps 93a to 93c by one) is not executed. For this reason, there is no reserved memory, and the effect that is executed at the time of re-variation (vibration effect of the decoration member 93 and the decoration is performed even though the change display of the effect symbol is not executed immediately after the suddenly probable big hit gaming state is ended. It is possible to prevent the player from feeling uncomfortable by executing an effect in the same manner as the effect of increasing the number of lamps 93a to 93c by one.

  In addition, according to this embodiment, the effect control microcomputer 100 can move the movable member, emit light by the light emitting means, or output sound when the effect symbol change display with pseudo continuous change effect is being executed. An effect (for example, vibration of the decorative member 93. For example, lighting of the decorative lamps 93a to 93c) is performed using at least one of the sound outputs by the means. Therefore, the player can easily recognize that the pseudo continuous variation effect is being executed.

  The gaming machine according to the present invention can also be configured as shown below.

  The gaming machine according to the present invention is capable of variably displaying a plurality of types of identification information (for example, the first special symbol and the second special symbol) that can identify each of them, and variably displaying a display result (for example, the first special symbol). A specific display state (for example, jackpot game) which is advantageous to the player when a specific display result (for example, jackpot symbol) is derived and displayed on the variable display section. State, specifically, the period from the start of the fanfare effect until the end of the ending effect)), which is a game machine that is advantageous to the player (for example, an open state) and the player Special variable winning device (for example, special variable winning ball device 20) that can be changed to one of a second state (for example, a closed state) that is disadvantageous to the user, and a variable table of identification information in the variable display unit Corresponding to the above, for the effect including a plurality of effect variable display sections (for example, display areas of each effect symbol in the effect display device 9) for executing variable display of a plurality of types of effect identification information (for example, effect symbols). Predetermining means (for example, game control) that determines whether the display result derived from the variable display unit (for example, the effect display device 9) and the display result derived and displayed on the variable display unit is the specific display result, before the display result is derived and displayed. Part of the microcomputer 560 for executing steps S62 and S63) and one of variable display patterns (for example, fluctuation patterns) of a plurality of types of presentation identification information determined in advance based on the determination by the predetermining means. Variable display pattern selection means for selecting a variable display pattern (for example, step S shown in FIG. 25 in the game control microcomputer 560). 1 to S103) and variable display control means for effect (for example, the microcomputer 100 for effect control) that executes variable display of the identification information for effect based on the variable display pattern selected by the variable display pattern selection means. Steps S831 to S837, S841 to S850, and Step S854 are executed), and specific game state control means for controlling the game state to the specific game state (for example, steps S305 to S308 in the game control microcomputer 560 are executed). And a specific game state effect (for example, fanfare effect, in-round effect, interval effect) corresponding to the specific game state in the effect variable display device when the specific game state is controlled by the specific game state control means. Ending production) Specific gaming state effect control means to be executed (for example, steps S862 to S867, S1876 to S1880, S1883 to S1888, S1902 to S1906, S1909 to S1914, S1932 to S1936, S1939 to S1944, S1946, S1948 to S100 in the effecting microcomputer 100) S1953, a portion for executing S973 to S977), and a variable display pattern of a plurality of types of presentation identification information determined in advance is derived and displayed after the variable display is started in the variable display section. By executing the re-variable mode (for example, re-variation) to resume the variable display of the effect identification information of all effect variable display units after temporarily stopping the effect identification information of all effect variable display units Re-variable display pattern (for example, as shown in FIG. Variation pattern # 1 to # 12. 9 is included, and the specific gaming state control means changes the special variable winning device to the first state for a predetermined period (for example, 29.5 seconds) a predetermined number of times (for example, , 15 times) first specific game state control means (for example, steps S305 to S307, S157 to S159 in the game control microcomputer 560) for controlling to the first specific game state (for example, big hit game state other than sudden probability change), A portion that executes S165) and a second that changes the special variable prize-winning device to the first state in at least one of a period shorter than a predetermined period (for example, 5 seconds) and a number less than a predetermined number of times (for example, two times). After executing a specific game state (for example, suddenly probable big hit game state), the probability that the display result of variable display of identification information will be the specific display result is normal state A second specific gaming state control means (for example, a portion of steps S305 to S307 and S161 to S164 in the gaming control microcomputer 560) for controlling the game state to an improved high probability state. When the specific game state control means controls the second specific game state, the effect variable display control means executes the variable display of the effect identification information on the effect variable display device according to the re-variable display pattern. In the same manner of production (for example, by changing the production symbol in the fanfare production, the mid-round production, and the interval production, or by outputting a predetermined sound effect from the speaker 27, the production pattern starts to change again. For example, in the ending production The pattern change display is executed to produce an effect such that the re-variation is executed.) The specific game state effect is executed (for example, steps S865 to S867 and S1876 to S1880 in the effect control microcomputer 100). , S1883, S1885-S1888, S1902-S1906, S1909, S1911-S1914, S1932-S1936, S1939, S1941-S1944, S1946, S1948, S1950-S1953, S973-S977).

  The specific game state effect control means executes a specific game state effect including a specific game state end effect (for example, an ending effect) corresponding to the end period of the specific game state (for example, step S1946 in the effect control microcomputer 100). , S1948 to S1953 and S973 to S977), when the specific game state effect is controlled by the specific game state control means in the specific game state end effect in the specific game state effect In the same effect mode as when the variable display of the effect identification information is executed by the variable display device for effect according to the re-variable display pattern by the variable display control means (for example, by performing variable display of effect symbols in the ending effect) , Perform the effect as if re-variation is being performed.) Perform the effect (for example, , Step S1946 in effect control microcomputer 100, S1948, S1950~S1953, may be configured as part) to perform S973～S977.

  The production variable display control means temporarily stops the production identification information after the production identification information is variably displayed on the production variable display device according to the revariable display pattern, and then starts revariable display. (For example, the production control microcomputer 100 executes steps S831 to S837 and S841 to S850 to change the production pattern in a shaking manner, 27, an effect that suggests that the re-variation of the effect symbol starts is performed by outputting a predetermined sound effect), and the specific game state effect control means is switched to the second specific game state by the specific game state control means. When being controlled, the period from the start of the specific game state effect to the start of the specific game state end effect during the specific game state effect (for example, Between the start of the fare effect and the start of the ending effect, an effect of the same effect mode as the effect before the re-variable display is executed (for example, the effect control microcomputer 100 performs steps S865 to S867, S1876-S1880, S1883, S1885-S1888, S1902-S1906, S1909, S1911-S1914, S1932-S1936, S1939, S1941-S1944 are executed to vary the effect pattern in the fanfare effect, the in-round effect and the interval effect. Or, by outputting a predetermined sound effect from the speaker 27, it is possible to perform an effect that suggests that the re-variation of the effect symbol starts.)

  The gaming machine corresponds to the variable display of the identification information in the variable display unit, and the variable display unit for decoration that executes variable display of a plurality of types of decorative identification information (for example, the first decorative symbol and the second decorative symbol) ( For example, in response to the start of variable display of identification information on the first decorative symbol display 9a, second decorative symbol display 9b) and variable display, variable display of decorative identification information on the variable display for decoration is started. Then, a variable display control means for decoration (for example, steps S781 to S792 in the production control microcomputer 100) that performs control for deriving and displaying the display result in the decorative variable display section in response to the derivation display of the display result in the variable display section. And a portion for executing the above.

  The gaming machine provides effect mode control means (for example, step S139E in the game control microcomputer 560) that controls to any one of a plurality of effect modes (for example, a chance mode, a probability change state, a short time state, or a normal state). , S139I, S139L, S158, S159, S163A, S164, and S176A), and the effect mode control means follows the revariable display pattern after finishing the second specific gaming state or by the effect variable display control means. After the executed variable display of the effect identification information is finished, control is performed to a common specific effect mode (for example, chance mode) different from the effect mode executed in the normal state (for example, the game control microcomputer 560). Steps S139L and S163A in Parts) may be configured so.

  The gaming machine has a predetermined gaming state in which the special variable winning device is changed to the first state for the same period as the second specific gaming state (for example, 5 seconds) and the same number of times as the second specific gaming state (for example, two times). For example, after executing the small hit game state, predetermined game state control means (for example, steps S309 to S311 in the game control microcomputer 560) that controls the special variable winning device to the game state before changing to the first state. (Execution part) may be provided.

  Another aspect of the gaming machine according to the present invention is a variable display unit (for example, a variable display unit that displays and displays a display result by variably displaying a plurality of types of identification information (for example, a first special symbol and a second special symbol) that can identify each of them. , A first special symbol display 8a, a second special symbol display 8b), and a specific game state (for example, advantageous for the player when a specific display result (for example, jackpot symbol) is derived and displayed on the variable display unit) For example, a gaming machine that is shifted to a big hit gaming state, specifically a period from the start of the fanfare effect to the end of the ending effect, which is advantageous to the player (for example, an open state) ) And a second state (for example, a closed state) that is disadvantageous to the player, a special variable winning device (for example, the special variable winning ball device 20) that can be changed to any state, and identification information in the variable display unit Corresponding to the variable display, a plurality of effect variable display sections (for example, display areas of each effect symbol in the effect display device 9) for executing variable display of a plurality of types of effect identification information (for example, effect symbols) are provided. Including an effect variable display device (for example, the effect display device 9), and a pre-determining means (for example, determining whether the display result derived and displayed on the variable display unit is the specific display result or not before the display result is derived) , A part for executing steps S62 and S63 in the game control microcomputer 560) and a variable display pattern (for example, a variation pattern) of a plurality of types of presentation identification information determined in advance based on the determination by the predetermining means. The variable display pattern selection means for selecting one variable display pattern from (for example, the game control microcomputer 560 shown in FIG. Steps S91 to S103) and variable display control means for effect (for example, a microcomputer for effect control) for performing variable display of the effect identification information based on the variable display pattern selected by the variable display pattern selection means Steps S831 to S837, S841 to S850, and Step S854 in 100) and specific game state control means for controlling the game state to the specific game state (for example, steps S305 to S308 in the game control microcomputer 560) A specific game state effect (for example, fanfare effect, in-round effect, interval) corresponding to the specific game state in the effect variable display device when the specific game state is controlled by the specific game state control means. Director, Endin Specific game state effect control means (for example, steps S862 to S867, S1876 to S1880, S1883 to S1888, S1902 to S1906, S1909 to S1914, S1932 to S1936, S1939 to S1944, S1946, S1948 to S1953, and a portion that executes S973 to S977), and the variable display pattern of the plurality of types of identification information for presentation that is determined in advance has a display result after the variable display is started in the variable display unit. A re-variable mode (for example, re-display) that resumes the variable display of the production identification information of all the production variable display sections after temporarily stopping the production identification information of all the production variable display sections until it is derived and displayed. Revariable display pattern (for example, change) Variation pattern # 1 to # 12 shown in FIG. 9 is included, and the specific gaming state control means changes the special variable winning device to the first state for a predetermined period (for example, 29.5 seconds) a predetermined number of times (for example, , 15 times) first specific game state control means (for example, steps S305 to S307, S157 to S159 in the game control microcomputer 560) for controlling to the first specific game state (for example, big hit game state other than sudden probability change), A portion that executes S165) and a second that changes the special variable prize-winning device to the first state in at least one of a period shorter than a predetermined period (for example, 5 seconds) and a number less than a predetermined number of times (for example, two times). After executing a specific game state (for example, suddenly probable big hit game state), the probability that the display result of variable display of identification information will be the specific display result is normal state 2nd specific game state control means (for example, the part which performs step S305-S307, S161-S164 in the game control microcomputer 560) which controls to the high probability state improved also by the production variable display control means When the variable display of the production identification information according to the revariable display pattern is being executed, the production (for example, the decoration member 93) corresponding to the variable display of the production identification information according to the revariable display pattern is performed. Re-variable display corresponding effect execution means (for example, steps S834B, S834C, and S847B in the effect control microcomputer 100) that vibrate or execute effects for lighting decorative lamps 93a to 93c provided on the decorative member 93. For the first performance after finishing the second specified gaming state In the variable display of the different information, the effect in the same manner as the effect executed by the re-variable display corresponding effect executing means (for example, the decorative member 93 is vibrated or the decorative lamps 93a to 93c provided on the decorative member 93 are displayed. It is further characterized by further comprising an after-second-game-playing effect executing means (for example, a portion for executing steps S834I and S834J in the effect-controlling microcomputer 100) for executing an effect of lighting and displaying.

  The prior determination means determines whether or not the display result derived and displayed on the variable display unit is the specific display result before the start of the variable display (for example, the game control microcomputer 560 performs steps S107 and S108). Steps S62 and S63 are executed before the step (2), and when it is determined that the second specific display result is determined by the predetermining means, the variable display of the identification information for deriving and displaying the determined second specific display result is re-variable. It is provided with second specific game start effect executing means (for example, a part for executing steps S834E and S834F in the effect control microcomputer 100) for executing effects in the same manner as the effects executed by the display corresponding effect executing means. It may be configured.

  The execution condition is satisfied after the start condition is satisfied (for example, the game ball has won the start winning opening 13, 14) (for example, the special symbol variable display is not executed, and the big hit game is If the start condition is satisfied when the execution condition is not satisfied, the game machine starts variable display of the identification information on the variable display section based on the fact that the start condition is not executed. Hold storage means (for example, first hold memory number counter, second hold memory number) that stores the establishment as hold memory (for example, first hold memory number, second hold memory number) up to a predetermined number (for example, upper limit value 4). Counter) and the storage unit at the start of variable display of the identification information for deriving and displaying the determined second specific display result when it is determined by the pre-determining means as the second specific display result. If no hold memory is stored, in the first variable display of the effect identification information after the end of the second specific gaming state, an effect similar to the effect executed by the re-variable display corresponding effect executing means The non-execution effect after the end of the second specific game (for example, based on the fact that the game control microcomputer 560 determines Y in step S91A, the variation pattern for the sudden probability variation big hit in the normal mode is determined in step S92B. For example).

  The revariable display corresponding effect executing means is configured to display the effect identification information according to the revariable display pattern when the variable display of the effect identification information according to the revariable display pattern is executed by the effect variable display control means. As an effect in a predetermined mode corresponding to variable display, an effect using at least one of movement of the movable member, light emission by the light emitting means, or sound output by the sound output means is executed (for example, the effect control microcomputer 100). (Steps S834B and S847B are executed to vibrate the decorative member 93, and steps S834C and S847B are executed to light the decorative lamps 93a to 93c provided on the decorative member 93). May be.

  In the variable display patterns of a plurality of types of presentation identification information determined in advance, the stage identification of all the stage variable display sections for the stage from when the variable display is started until the display result is derived and displayed. A re-variable display pattern for executing a re-variable mode for resuming variable display of the effect identification information of all the effect variable display units after temporarily stopping the information is included, and the specific game state effect control means includes the specific game state When the control means is controlled to the second specific game state, the same as when the variable display of the effect identification information is executed by the effect variable display control means according to the revariable display pattern by the effect variable display control means In the effect mode, the specific game state effect due to being controlled to the second specific game state is executed by being configured to execute the specific game state effect. The or, whether the variable display of the effect identification information according to the re-variable display pattern (pseudo-continuous fluctuation effect) is running, it is possible the player is difficult to recognize. Therefore, in the gaming machine configured to be able to shift to the second specific game state, it is possible to perform an effect in which the second specific game state and the pseudo continuous variation effect are associated with each other, thereby improving the interest in the game.

  When the specific game state effect control means is controlled to the second specific game state by the specific game state control means, the effect variable display control means replays the specific game state effect at the end of the specific game state effect. It is controlled to the second specific gaming state by being configured to execute the effect in the same effect mode as when the variable display of the effect identification information is executed on the effect variable display device according to the variable display pattern. The specific game state effect in the effect mode similar to the variable display (pseudo continuous variation effect) of the effect identification information according to the re-variable display pattern can be easily executed. For example, in the effect executed in response to the opening control of the special variable winning device (large winning opening) in the second specific gaming state, the effect time is limited by the opening time of the special variable winning device, so the pseudo continuous variation There is a possibility that the production time of the production of the production mode similar to the production cannot be secured sufficiently. If it is a specific game state end effect among the specific game state effects, the effect time can be set in accordance with the effect time of the effect in the effect mode similar to the pseudo continuous variation effect, so it is controlled to the second specific game state. When the game is in progress, it is possible to easily execute the specific gaming state effect in the same effect mode as the pseudo continuous variation effect.

  When the specific game state effect control means is controlled to the second specific game state by the specific game state control means, the specific game state effect start is started after the specific game state effect is started. In the meantime, when the game is controlled to be in the second specific gaming state by being configured to execute an effect in the same effect mode as the effect before the re-variable display, the bag also follows the re-variable display pattern. The player can be given an impression that a variable display (pseudo continuous variation effect) of the effect identification information is executed. Therefore, control of the second specific gaming state such as opening control of the special variable winning device (large winning opening) is performed by attracting the player's attention to the effect executed by the effect variable display device. It can be made difficult for the player to recognize.

  Corresponding to the variable display of the identification information on the variable display unit, the decorative variable display unit for performing variable display of a plurality of types of decorative identification information, and the decoration corresponding to the start of variable display of the identification information on the variable display unit Variable display control means for controlling to start variable display of decoration identification information in the variable display unit and to derive and display the display result in the variable variable display unit in response to the derivation display of the display result in the variable display unit Even when the effect identification information displayed on the effect variable display device is difficult to see due to the specific game state effect executed when being controlled to the second specific game state, By confirming the decoration identification information displayed on the variable display unit, it is possible to recognize the current variable display state.

  The effect mode control means is executed in the normal state after finishing the second specific gaming state or after ending variable display of the effect identification information executed according to the revariable display pattern by the effect variable display control means. By being configured to control to a common specific effect mode different from the effect mode, at least after the end of the second specific game state or according to the re-variable display pattern by the transition to the specific effect mode It is possible to make the player recognize that it is after the end of the variable display.

  After executing the predetermined gaming state in which the special variable winning device is changed to the first state for the same period as the second specific gaming state and the same number of times as the second specific gaming state, and before changing the special variable winning device to the first state By providing the predetermined gaming state control means for controlling the gaming state, the predetermined gaming state in the open mode similar to the second specific gaming state is executed, so that the interest in the game can be further improved.

  In the variable display patterns of a plurality of types of presentation identification information determined in advance, the stage identification of all the stage variable display sections for the stage from when the variable display is started until the display result is derived and displayed. A re-variable display pattern for executing a re-variable mode for resuming variable display of the effect identification information of all the effect variable display units after temporarily stopping the information is included, and the variable display control pattern for re-variation is performed by the effect variable display control means. Revariable display corresponding effect executing means for executing a predetermined mode effect corresponding to variable display of the effect identification information according to the revariable display pattern when variable display of the effect identification information according to In the first variable display of the production identification information after finishing the second specific gaming state, the production is performed in the same manner as the production executed by the re-variable display corresponding production execution means. The second specific game after-game effect execution means is further provided, so that an effect due to being controlled to the second specific game state is executed, or for the effect according to the re-variable display pattern It can be made difficult for the player to recognize whether variable display of identification information (pseudo continuous variation effect) is being executed. Specifically, since the second specific gaming state generally ends in a short period of time, an effect similar to the effect executed by the re-variable display corresponding effect executing means after executing the second specific gaming state is executed. By doing so, the player can be shown to the player as if performing the pseudo continuous variation effect, and the player can hardly recognize that it was in the second specific gaming state. Therefore, in the gaming machine configured to be able to shift to the second specific game state, it is possible to perform an effect in which the second specific game state and the pseudo continuous variation effect are associated with each other, thereby improving the interest in the game.

  Similar to the effect executed by the re-variable display corresponding effect executing means in the variable display of the identification information for deriving and displaying the determined second specific display result when it is determined as the second specific display result by the prior determination means. By providing the second specific pre-game start production execution means for executing the production of the aspect of the above, the variable display of the identification information for production (pseudo continuous variation production) according to the re-variable display pattern is more executed. It can be shown to the player, and it can be made difficult for the player to recognize that it was in the second specific gaming state. Therefore, interest in games can be improved.

  When it is determined that the second specific display result is the second specific display result by the predetermining means, and the reserved storage means does not store the reserved storage at the start of variable display of the identification information for deriving and displaying the determined second specific display result In the first variable display of the effect identification information after the end of the second specific game state, the second specific game end is not executed in the same manner as the effect executed by the re-variable display corresponding effect executing means. By providing the post-effect non-execution means, the execution condition for the variable display of the identification information is not satisfied, and the variable display of the display identification information is not executed immediately after finishing the second specific gaming state, It is possible to prevent a situation in which an effect in the same manner as the effect executed by the re-variable display corresponding effect executing means is executed and the player feels uncomfortable.

  When the variable display of the presentation identification information according to the revariable display pattern is being executed by the variable display control means for the variable display, the identification information for the presentation according to the revariable display pattern is displayed. As an effect of the predetermined mode corresponding to the variable display, it is configured to execute an effect using at least one of the movement of the movable member, the light emission by the light emitting means, or the sound output by the sound output means. It is possible for the player to easily recognize that variable display of the effect identification information according to the variable display pattern (pseudo continuous variation effect) is being executed.

  The present invention includes a variable display unit that variably displays a plurality of types of identification information that can be distinguished from each other and derives and displays a display result, and is advantageous for a player when a specific display result is derived and displayed on the variable display unit. The present invention is preferably applied to a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine that shifts to a specific gaming state.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Pachinko machine 8a 1st special symbol display 8b 1st special symbol display 9 Production display device 13 1st start winning opening 14 2nd starting winning opening 15 Variable winning ball apparatus 9a 1st decoration design display 9b 2nd decoration Symbol display 20 Special variable winning ball device (big prize opening)
31 Game control board (main board)
56 CPU
560 Game control microcomputer 80 Production control board 93 Decoration member 100 Production control microcomputer 101 Production control CPU
109 VDP

Claims (1)

After game balls to the first start-up region is winning, based on the first start condition which it is possible to start the variable display based on the winning has been established, the due identification possible first identification information 1 First variation display means for starting the variation display and displaying and displaying the display result, or after the game ball has won the second starting area, the second start condition that enables the variation display based on the winning is started. based on that enacted, when the second variable display specific display results predetermined for means for deriving display the started second variable display by identification possible second identification information display result is derived displayed A gaming machine controlled to a specific gaming state advantageous to the player,
In response to the start of the first variation display or the second variation display, the variation display of the effect identification information is started, and in response to the derivation display of the display result of the first variation display means or the second variation display means. An effect display device for deriving and displaying the display result of the effect identification information;
Pre-decision means for deciding whether or not to use the display result derived and displayed on the first fluctuation display means or the second fluctuation display means as the specific display result before derivation display of the display result;
The first variation by the first variation display means when the first start condition is satisfied on condition that neither the first variation display nor the second variation display is executed. First variation display start means for starting display;
When the second start condition is satisfied on the condition that neither the first fluctuation display nor the second fluctuation display is executed, the second fluctuation display by the second fluctuation display means is performed. Second variation display start means for starting display;
A first variation pattern for selecting a variation pattern including a variation display time from the start of variation display of the first variation display to the end of variation display in the first variation display means in which the first start condition is satisfied. For selecting a variation pattern including a variation display time from a variation display start time to a variation display end time of the second variation display in the second variation display means in which the second start condition is satisfied and the selection process. The second variation pattern selection process is executed by the same processing routine, and the variation display of the variation display in the variation display means in which the variation display start condition is satisfied among the first variation display means and the second variation display means. A variation pattern selecting means for selecting a variation pattern including time from a plurality of variation patterns;
Based on the variation pattern selected by the variation pattern selection means, a first variation display time of the first variation display that is executed in the first variation display means when the first start condition is satisfied. Fluctuations in which data and second data indicating the fluctuation display time of the second fluctuation display executed in the second fluctuation display means when the second start condition is satisfied are stored in the same storage area Display time storage means;
The first identification is performed with a variation period different from the first variation display or the second variation display as the variation period from when the identification information is displayed until the next predetermined identification information is displayed. Specific variation display execution means for performing variation display of the specific identification information corresponding to the information or the second identification information,
The variation pattern is a re-variable display in which the variation display of the production identification information is again performed after the temporary display is performed until the display result is derived and displayed after the variation display of the production identification information is started in the production display device. Including a re-variation pattern that executes
A variation pattern for executing re-variation display a specific number of times among the re-variation patterns is selected when the display unit determines that the display result is the specific display result,
The specific variation display execution means continues to execute the variation display of the specific identification information even at the timing of temporary stop display in the variation display of the effect identification information performed according to the re-variation pattern. Gaming machine.

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