JP5865477B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Description

The invention, in accordance with the result aspect of the game, of possible gaming machine generates a favorable special game state for the player.

Conventionally, there is a pachinko machine as a representative example of a gaming machine. This pachinko machine has a plurality of pieces of identification information (symbols and symbols) displayed on the variable display device provided in the game area based on the winning of the game ball (start prize) in the start opening provided in the game area. If the aspect of the plurality of pieces of identification information stopped after a predetermined time elapses is a special result state determined in advance, a special gaming state (a big hit state) is entered, and the player There are things that make it possible to earn a lot of profit.
In addition, in a pachinko machine equipped with a variable display device, during the variable display game, an effect (notice effect) of the content for announcing the possibility of a reach or a big hit is executed in the effect according to the change of the symbol. There is something.
Furthermore, there is an operation button that can be operated by the player, and by operating the operation button, the player can technically intervene in the production. (For example, Patent Document 1)

JP 2004-202120 A

  However, in the invention of Patent Document 1, there is a problem that a series of effects that continuously execute a predetermined effect cannot be performed, so that the player's interest cannot be sufficiently enhanced.

  The present invention has been made to solve the above-described problems, and an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine that can sufficiently enhance interest.

In order to solve the above problems, the invention described in claim 1
Includes the effect display means for performing an effect related to the game, according to the result aspect of the game, the available gaming machine generates a favorable special game state for the player,
Operation means for production that can be operated by the player,
When the operation means for the production is operated during the operation valid period, a series of productions for continuously executing the predetermined production at a predetermined execution speed is performed while the operation means for the production is being operated. Production control means,
The production control means includes
When the operation effective period starts, a notification effect is provided to notify the player that the operation effective period has occurred,
If the operation means for production has been operated from before the start of the operation effective period, a series of productions for continuously executing the predetermined effect is not performed even during the operation effective period , The notification effect is continued .

Other inventions related to this application are:
Provided with a variable display means capable of displaying a variable display game based on a plurality of identification information, a special game state advantageous to a player can be generated when the result mode of the variable display game becomes a predetermined special result mode In a game machine
Operation means for production that can be operated by the player,
When the operation means for the production is operated during the operation valid period, a series of productions for continuously executing the predetermined production at a predetermined execution speed is performed while the operation means for the production is being operated. Production control means,
The production control means can change the execution speed based on establishment of a predetermined condition in the middle of the series of productions.

Here, the “variable display means” may be an original display device (collective display device) provided in another part of the game board, or in parallel with the variable display game in the original display device. It may be a display device that displays a decorative special figure variation display game executed for production.
The “operation effective period” is a period during which the operation of the operation unit is accepted as an effective operation.
The “effect” may be an effect performed by displaying a predetermined image on the fluctuation display means, or a display device (for example, a fluctuation displayed on the fluctuation display means) different from the fluctuation display means. An effect performed by displaying a predetermined image on a display device that displays an animation linked to a display game), or an effect performed by a predetermined effect device such as a lamp or an accessory.

According to the present invention, while the production operation means is being operated, a series of productions in which a predetermined production is continuously performed is performed, so that the player does not need to repeatedly strike the operation means. Therefore, it is less likely that the operation means is repeatedly hit and the frequency of occurrence of noise and vibration associated with the hit is reduced, so that the disadvantage suffered by other players can be reduced.
In addition, the operation means is less likely to be repeatedly hit, the damage to the operation means due to repeated hits is reduced, and furthermore, it is shown that the operation means is being hit hard, and the act is a fraudulent act that aims to win a prize by shaking the stand (Dotsukigoto etc.) ) Is also reduced, so that discomfort (disadvantage) experienced by the amusement store can be reduced.
Further, depending on the shape of the operation button, it may be difficult to hit or break easily, but in the present invention, it is not necessary to repeatedly hit the operation means, and it is difficult for such a problem to occur, so a player or a game shop suffers. The disadvantage can be reduced.
Also, even if you do not hit the operation means repeatedly, the specified performance will be executed continuously, so you will not bother the player's hand more than necessary, and the game will be embarrassing or embarrassing Even a person can enjoy a series of effects in which the predetermined effects are continuously executed. Furthermore, since the execution speed of a predetermined effect can be changed, the interest can be sufficiently enhanced.

Another invention according to the present application is the above gaming machine,
When the operation effective period ends or when the operation of the operation means for the production is stopped, the production control unit stops the series of productions and then performs the series of productions. The effect is started at the execution speed reset to the initial setting.

Here, “when performing a series of effects next” means that when an operation effective period next to the completed operation effective period starts and a series of effects that continuously execute a predetermined effect is resumed, The operation of the stopped operation means is resumed, and a series of effects for continuously executing a predetermined effect is resumed.
“Initial setting” is an initial speed of a preset execution speed.

  According to the present invention, the next time a series of performances is performed, the execution speed is reset to the initial setting, and the previous execution speed is not carried over to the next time. be able to.

Another invention according to the present application is the above gaming machine,
When the operation means for the effect is operated even after the operation valid period ends, the effect control means for restricting the execution of the series of effects by the effect control means,
The effect control means stops the continuous execution of the predetermined effect while the execution of the series of effects is restricted by the effect restricting means.

According to the present invention, when the operation means for the production is operated even after the operation valid period ends, the series of productions are restricted and the continuous execution of the predetermined production is stopped. Can be increased.
Here, when the operation means for production is operated even after the operation effective period ends, the next operation effective period is in the state where the operation means for production is always operated unless the production operation is regulated. A series of performances will be started at the same time as the start of. In this case, the player cannot distinguish whether the series of effects is an effect according to the operation of the operation means or an effect due to the normal display effect, and the game for the effect according to the operation of the operation means is not possible. There is a problem that people's interests fade. On the other hand, as in the present invention, when the operation means for production is operated even when the operation valid period ends, a series of productions are restricted and continuous execution of the predetermined production is stopped. By comprising in this way, the said problem can be solved and an interest can be heightened.

Another invention according to the present application is the above gaming machine,
The production regulating means cancels the regulation when the operation of the production operating means is stopped during the operation effective period.

  According to the present invention, when the operation of the production operation means is stopped during the operation valid period, when the operation of the production operation means is resumed, the series of operations is again performed. The production of can be started. Therefore, the player's operation intervenes at the start of a series of effects, and the player can clearly recognize that the started series of effects is an effect according to the operation of the operation means. it can.

Another invention according to the present application is the above gaming machine,
It has operating means for release that can be operated by the player,
The production restriction unit releases the restriction when the release operation unit is operated during the operation effective period.

  According to the present invention, when the release operation means is operated during the operation effective period, the production operation means remains in operation to release the restriction on the execution of the series of productions. However, when the operation means for release is operated, a series of effects can be started again. Therefore, the player's operation intervenes at the start of a series of effects, and the player can clearly recognize that the started series of effects is an effect according to the operation of the operation means. it can.

Another invention according to the present application is the above gaming machine,
The production restriction means releases the restriction when a predetermined time has elapsed from the start of the operation effective period.

  According to the present invention, the restriction on the execution of a series of effects is canceled after a lapse of a certain time from the start of the operation effective period, so that even if the operation means for effects remains operated, When a certain time has elapsed from the start, a series of effects can be started again. Therefore, even a player who is troublesome in the operation for releasing the restriction or a player who does not know the operation for releasing the restriction can enjoy a series of effects.

Another invention according to the present application is the above gaming machine,
While the series of effects is performed by the effect control means, the operation means for effecting is provided with a vibration means that vibrates with a vibration pattern corresponding to the execution speed.

  According to the present invention, since the operation means for the effect is provided with the vibration means for vibrating with the vibration pattern corresponding to the execution speed of the predetermined effect, the series of effects is an effect corresponding to the operation of the operation means for the effect. It is possible to give the player a feeling of being or an operation feeling of striking operation means for directing (stimulating) the player. Further, since the vibration pattern changes corresponding to the execution speed, the player can feel the change in the execution speed.

  According to the present invention, it is possible to enjoy a series of effects in which a predetermined effect is continuously executed, and it is possible to sufficiently enhance the interest.

It is a front view which shows one Embodiment of the game machine which concerns on this invention. It is a front view which shows the structural example of the game board in the game machine of embodiment. It is a block diagram which shows the structural example of the control system provided in the back surface of the game machine of embodiment. It is an enlarged view of the vicinity of the effect operation unit in the gaming machine of the embodiment. FIG. 5 is an exploded view of the effect operation unit shown in FIG. 4. It is a figure which shows an example of the structure of the 2nd operation button and vibration apparatus in the production | presentation operation part shown in FIG. It is a figure for demonstrating the execution speed of the predetermined | prescribed effect in the game machine of embodiment, and the vibration pattern of a vibration apparatus. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the specific procedure of a main process among the game controls performed by the game microcomputer of the game control apparatus of embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the specific procedure of a timer interruption process among the game controls performed by the game microcomputer of the game control apparatus of embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the procedure of the main process performed by CPU of the presentation control apparatus of embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the procedure of the interruption process performed by CPU of the presentation control apparatus of embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the specific procedure of the operation effective period process performed during the display control process in the main process shown in FIG. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the specific procedure of the presentation operation process performed during the game control process in the main process shown in FIG. It is image explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the continuous striking effect in embodiment. It is image explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the continuous striking effect in embodiment. It is a time chart which shows the specific example of the continuous striking effect in embodiment. It is a time chart which shows the specific example of the continuous striking effect in embodiment. It is a time chart which shows the specific example of the continuous striking effect in embodiment. It is a time chart which shows the specific example of the continuous striking effect in embodiment. It is image explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the continuous striking effect and special effect in this embodiment. It is a time chart which shows the specific example of the continuous strike effect and special effect in embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the specific procedure of presentation operation processing in 2nd Embodiment. It is a time chart which shows the specific example of the continuous striking effect in 2nd Embodiment. It is a time chart which shows the specific example of the continuous striking effect in 2nd Embodiment. It is a time chart which shows the specific example of the continuous striking effect in 2nd Embodiment. It is a time chart which shows the specific example of the continuous striking effect in 2nd Embodiment. It is a time chart which shows the specific example of the continuous striking effect in the conventional game machine.

DESCRIPTION OF EXEMPLARY EMBODIMENTS Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the invention will be described with reference to the drawings. However, the scope of the invention is not limited to the illustrated examples.
In the following description of the embodiments, front, rear, left, and right refer to directions viewed from the player, that is, viewed from the game board (game machine).

<First Embodiment>
FIG. 1 is an explanatory diagram of a gaming machine 10 according to an embodiment of the present invention.
The gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment includes a front frame 12, and the front frame 12 is assembled to a main body frame (outer frame) 11 through a hinge 13 so as to be capable of opening and closing. The game board 30 (see FIG. 2) is stored in a storage portion (not shown) formed on the front side of the front frame 12. Further, a glass frame 15 having a cover glass (transparent member) 14 covering the front surface of the game board 30 is attached to the front frame (inner frame) 12.

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

In addition, the lower part of the front frame 12 flows out of an upper plate 21 for supplying game balls to a not-shown hitting ball launcher and a game ball paid out from a ball payout device provided on the back side of the gaming machine 10. An upper plate ball outlet 22, a lower plate 23 for storing game balls paid out in a state where the upper plate 21 is full, an operation unit 24 of a ball hitting device, and the like are provided. Further, an effect operation unit 25 having a built-in operation switch for receiving an operation input from the player is provided at the upper edge of the upper plate 21. Further, a key 26 for opening and locking the front frame 12 is provided on the lower right side of the front frame 12.
Here, in the present embodiment, the production operation unit 25 includes a first operation button 251 disposed in the center, a second operation button 252 disposed in the vicinity of the first operation button 251, and a second operation button 252. A vibration device 253 (see FIG. 3) for vibrating is provided.

  In the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, when the player rotates the operation unit 24, the hitting ball launching device causes the game ball supplied from the upper plate 21 to be played on the game area 32 (see FIG. 2) on the front surface of the game board 30. Fire towards (see). Further, when the player operates the effect operation unit 25, an effect or the like in which the player's operation is intervened is performed in the variable display game (decoration special map variable display game) on the display device 41 (see FIG. 2). be able to. Further, on the front surface of the glass frame 15 above the upper plate 21, a ball lending button 27 operated when a player receives a ball lending from an adjacent ball lending machine, and a prepaid card is discharged from the card unit of the ball lending machine. For this purpose, a discharge button 28 to be operated, a balance display section (not shown) for displaying the balance of the prepaid card, and the like are provided.

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

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

On the left side of the center case 40 in the game area 32, a normal symbol start gate (ordinary start gate) 34 is provided. Two general winning openings 35 are arranged on the lower left side of the center case 40, and one general winning opening 35 is arranged on the lower right side of the center case 40.
In each of the general winning ports 35,..., Winning port switches 35a to 35n (see FIG. 3) for detecting the game balls that have entered the general winning ports 35 are arranged.

A start winning opening 36 is provided below the center case 40 to give a start condition for the special figure variation display game. Directly below it is provided with a pair of movable members 37b, 37b that open in the shape of a reverse “c” at the top and convert it into a state in which game balls can easily flow in, and a normal variation having a second start winning opening inside. A winning device (general power) 37 is provided.
In the present embodiment, the game ball won at the start winning opening 36 and the game ball won at the normal variation winning device 37 (second start winning opening) are the same switch (start opening switch 36 (see FIG. 3)). ).

The pair of movable members 37b, 37b of the normal variation winning device 37 is normally held in a closed state (a disadvantageous state for the player) with an interval of about the diameter of the game ball. However, since the start winning port 36 is provided above the normal variation winning device 37, the game ball cannot be won in the closed state.
Then, when the result of the normal fluctuation display game becomes a predetermined stop display mode, the normal electric open / close solenoid 37c (see FIG. 3) as the driving device opens in a reverse “C” shape and changes normally. The game device can be changed to an open state (a state advantageous to the player) in which a game ball easily flows into the winning device 37.

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

The special variation winning device 38 has an attacker-type open / close door 38c that can be opened by rotating in a direction in which the upper end side is tilted toward the near side, depending on the result of the special figure variation display game as an auxiliary game. The state is converted from a closed state (closed state unfavorable for the player) to an open state (a state advantageous to the player).
In other words, the special variable winning device 38 includes, for example, a large winning opening that is opened and closed by an open / close door 38c driven by a large winning opening solenoid 38b (see FIG. 3) as a driving device. By converting the closed state from the closed state to the open state, the inflow of game balls into the special winning opening is facilitated, and a predetermined game value (prize ball) is given to the player.
In addition, a count switch 38a (see FIG. 3) for detecting a game ball that has entered the big prize opening is disposed inside the big prize opening (winning area).
Below the special variable winning device 38, there is provided an out port 39 for collecting game balls that have not won a winning port.

  In addition, on the outside of the game area 32 (for example, the lower right side of the game board 30), a special figure variable display game triggered by winning in the starting winning port 36 or the second starting winning port (ordinary variable winning device 37) and A collective display device 50 is provided which executes a common figure variation display game triggered by winning a prize at the usual figure start gate 34 in one place.

Although not shown in FIG. 2, the collective display device 50 is a special map variation display unit (special map display) 51 for a special map variation display game composed of a 7-segment display (LED lamp) or the like. 3), a variable display section (general display) 53 for a normal map display game (see FIG. 3), and a memory for notifying the start memory number of the special map display game similarly configured by LED lamps. A display unit (special figure hold display), a memory display unit (general figure hold display) for notifying the start memory number of the normal figure change display game, and the like are provided.
In addition, the collective display device 50 has a first game state display unit (first game state indicator) that turns on when a big hit occurs and notifies the occurrence of the big hit, as a gaming state LED 57 (see FIG. 3), and a short time state occurs. Then, a second gaming state display unit (second gaming state indicator) that lights up and notifies the occurrence of a short time state is provided.
In addition, the collective display device 50 further includes an error display unit that displays an error in which the probability status of the jackpot is a high probability state when the gaming machine 10 is turned on, and the number of rounds at the jackpot (the special variable winning device 38). A round display unit or the like that displays the number of times (opening and closing) is provided.

  The special-figure display game on the special-figure display 51 is changing while the variable-display game is being executed, that is, while the decorative special-figure display game is being performed on the display device 41, for example, by blinking the center segment. Is displayed. Then, when the game result is “out of”, for example, the central segment is turned on, and when the game result is “hit”, as a result result (special result mode), A game result is displayed with a result form (for example, a number “3” or “7”) other than the outlier result form turned on.

  The universal map display 53 displays that the fluctuation is in progress by, for example, blinking a lamp during execution of the universal fluctuation display game. Then, for example, when the game result is “out of”, the lamp is turned off, and when the game result is “win”, the lamp is turned on and the game result is displayed.

The above-mentioned special figure hold display device is the number of undigested balls (start) among the number of winning balls to the start winning port 36 or the second start winning port (ordinary variable winning device 37) which is the variation start condition of the special figure display 51. (Memory count = hold count) is displayed.
Specifically, for example, when the number of holds is “0”, all four lamps are turned off, and when the number of holds is “1”, only lamp 1 is turned on. When the number of holdings is “2”, the lamps 1 and 2 are turned on. When the number of holdings is “3”, the lamps 1, 2 and 3 are turned on. When the number of holdings is “4”, 4 is set. All the lamps 1 to 4 are turned on.

The above-mentioned general map hold display unit displays the start memory number (= hold number) of the general map start gate 34 which is the variation start condition of the general map display unit 53.
Specifically, for example, when the number of holds is “0”, the lamps 1 and 2 are turned off, and when the number of holds is “1”, only the lamp 1 is turned on. When the number of hold is “2”, lamps 1 and 2 are turned on. When the number of hold is “3”, lamp 1 is blinked, lamp 2 is turned on, and when the number of hold is “4”. Lamps 1 and 2 are blinked.

The first game state indicator of the game state LEDs 57 included in the collective display device 50 turns off the lamp in a normal gaming state, for example, and turns on the lamp when a big hit has occurred. .
The second game status indicator of the game status LEDs 57 included in the collective display device 50 turns off the lamp in a normal gaming state, for example, and turns on the lamp when a short-time state occurs. Put it in a state.

  In the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, a game is played by launching a game ball (pachinko ball) from a not-shown hitting ball launcher toward the game area 32. The launched game balls flow down the game area 32 while changing the rolling direction by means of direction change members such as obstacle nails and windmills arranged at various locations in the game area 32, and the normal start gate 34 and the general winning opening 35 The winning prize opening 36, the normal variable prize winning device 37, or the special variable prize winning device 38 is won, or it flows into the out port 39 provided at the bottom of the game area 32 and is discharged from the game area 32. When a game ball wins the general winning opening 35, the starting winning opening 36, the normal variable winning device 37 or the special variable winning device 38, the number of winning balls corresponding to the type of the winning winning port is changed to the payout control device 200 ( From the dispensing unit controlled by FIG. 3), it is discharged to the upper plate 21 or the lower plate 23 of the front frame 12.

On the other hand, a gate switch 34a (see FIG. 3) including a non-contact type switch for detecting a game ball that has passed through the general diagram start gate 34 is provided in the general diagram start gate 34. When a game ball that has been driven into the area 32 passes through the usual figure start gate 34, it is detected by the gate switch 34a and a usual figure change display game is played.
In addition, the normal variation display game cannot be started, for example, the normal variation display game has already been played and the normal variation display game has not been completed, If 37 is converted to the open state and the game ball passes through the general figure start gate 34, the normal figure start memory number is added (+1) if the number is less than the upper limit of the normal figure start memory number. One start-up memory is stored. The memorized number of the general figure start winnings is displayed on the general figure hold display provided in the collective display device 50.
In addition, in the normal chart start memory, a random number value for hit determination for determining a hit error of the normal figure fluctuation display game is stored, and when the random number value for hit determination coincides with the determination value In addition, a specific result mode (specific result) is derived by hitting the common map fluctuation display game.

The usual map change display game is executed by a change display unit (common figure display) 53 provided in the collective display device 50. The general-purpose display 53 is composed of LEDs that indicate hits in the lit state as normal identification information (common and normal symbols), and that indicate a shift in the unlit state. The normal identification information is displayed in a blinking manner by blinking this LED, and the result is displayed by turning on or off the LED after a predetermined fluctuation display time.
For example, numbers, symbols, character designs, etc. may be used as the normal identification information, and this may be configured to be displayed by variably displaying for a predetermined time and then stopped. If the stop display of this normal figure change display game is a specific result, the pair of movable members 37b of the normal fluctuation prize-winning device 37 is opened for a predetermined time (for example, 0.3 seconds). It becomes a state. This makes it easier for the game ball to win the second start winning opening inside the normal fluctuation winning device 37, and the number of times that the special figure changing display game is executed increases.

  When the random number value extracted at the time of detection of the passage to the universal chart start gate 34 is a winning value, the normal symbol displayed on the universal chart display unit 53 stops in the hit state and enters the hit state. At this time, the normal variation winning device 37 is in a state in which the movable member 37b is opened for a predetermined time (for example, 0.3 seconds) by driving the built-in general-purpose open / close solenoid 37c (see FIG. 3). And winning of the game ball is allowed.

Both the winning ball to the starting winning port 36 and the winning ball to the normal variation winning device 37 are detected by a starting port switch 36a (see FIG. 3) provided inside.
The game balls that have won the start winning opening 36 or the normal variation winning device 37 are detected as start winning balls of the special figure display game, and are stored in a limit of four. In addition, when the starting winning ball is detected, a big hit random number value, a big hit symbol random number value, and each variation pattern random number value are extracted, and the extracted random number value is stored in a special figure memory in the game control device 100 (see FIG. 3). The area (a part of the RAM) is stored as a special figure start memory for a predetermined number of times (for example, a maximum of 4 times). The number stored in the special figure start memory is displayed on the special figure holding display provided in the collective display device 50 and also on the display device 41 of the center case 40.

The game control device 100 (see FIG. 3) displays a special figure change display on a special figure display (fluctuation display apparatus) 51 based on winning in the start winning opening 36 or the normal variable prize-winning device 37 or on the starting memory thereof. Play the game. The special figure fluctuation display game is performed by variably displaying a plurality of special symbols (special figures and identification information) and then stopping and displaying a predetermined result form. In addition, a decorative special figure fluctuation display game is executed in which a plurality of types of identification information (for example, numbers, symbols, character designs, etc.) are variably displayed on the display device 41 corresponding to the special figure fluctuation display game. Yes.
And as a result of the special figure change display game, when the display mode of the special figure display 51 becomes a special result mode, it becomes a big hit and becomes a special game state (so-called big hit state). Correspondingly, the display mode of the display device 41 is also a special result mode.

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

In addition, when a game ball is won in the start winning opening 36 or the normal variable winning device 37 in a state where the special figure changing display game can be started and the start memory number is 0, the game starts when the start right is generated. When the memory is stored and the starting memory number is incremented by one, the special figure variation display game is immediately started based on the starting memory, and at this time, the starting memory number is decremented by one.
On the other hand, when the special figure fluctuation display game cannot be started immediately, for example, when the special figure fluctuation display game has already been performed and the special figure fluctuation display game has not ended, or the special game state has been started. When a game ball wins the winning opening 36 or the normal variation winning device 37, if the starting memory number is less than the upper limit number, the starting memory number is incremented by 1 and one starting memory is stored. Then, when the number of starting memories is 1 or more, the start memory number is decremented by 1 when the special figure variation display game can be started (the previous special figure variation display game ends or the special game state ends). At the same time, the special figure variation display game is started based on the stored start memory.

Although not particularly limited, the start opening switch 36a for detecting both the game ball won at the start winning opening 36 and the game ball won at the normal variation winning apparatus 37, and the normal start gate 34 were won. A gate switch 34a for detecting a game ball, a game port switch 35a to 35n for detecting a game ball won in a general winning port 35,... And a count switch 38a for detecting a game ball won in a special variable winning device 38 include a magnetic switch. A non-contact type magnetic proximity sensor (hereinafter referred to as a proximity switch) that includes a detection coil and detects a game ball using a phenomenon in which a magnetic field changes when a metal approaches the coil is used.
In addition, the glass frame opening switch 63 (see FIG. 3) provided on the glass frame 15 and the like of the gaming machine 10 and the inner frame opening switch 64 (see FIG. 3) provided on the front frame (game frame) 12 and the like, Microswitches with mechanical contacts can be used.

FIG. 3 is a block diagram of the control system of the pachinko gaming machine 10 according to the present embodiment.
The gaming machine 10 includes a game control device 100 that controls the progress of the game as its control system, and an effect control device 300 that controls various effects under the control of the game control device 100.

  The game control device 100 includes a game microcomputer 111, an input interface (input I / F) 112, an output interface (output I / F) 113, a test external communication terminal 114, and the like.

  The gaming microcomputer 111 includes a CPU (central processing unit: microprocessor) 111A, a read-only ROM (read-only memory) 111B, and a RAM (random access memory) 111C that can be read and written as needed.

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

The CPU 111A executes a game control program in the ROM 111B, generates a control signal (command) for the payout control device 200, the effect control device 300, etc., and generates and outputs a drive signal for the solenoid, the display device 41, etc. To control the entire gaming machine 10.
Although not shown, the game microcomputer 111 is a jackpot determining random number for the special figure variation display game, a big hit symbol random number for determining the big hit symbol, a variation pattern in the special figure variation display game (various reach and reach). Random number generation circuit for generating a random number for determining a fluctuation pattern, a random number for determining a hit of a normal variable display game, and an oscillation of a crystal oscillator, etc. And a clock generator that generates a clock that gives a timer interrupt signal with a predetermined period (for example, 2 milliseconds) to the CPU 111A and an update timing of the random number generation circuit based on an oscillation signal (original clock signal) from the oscillation circuit. ing.

The input interface 112 is connected to a start port switch 36a, a gate switch 34a, a count switch 38a, winning port switches 35a to 35n, a glass frame opening switch 63, an inner frame opening switch 64, and a magnet via a low-pass filter and a buffer gate (not shown). / Vibration switch 61 etc. are connected.
The input interface 112 relays various signals input from these switches and outputs them to the gaming microcomputer 111.

Here, the glass frame opening switch 63 is provided in the glass frame 15 or the like, and detects that the glass frame 15 or the like is opened.
The inner frame opening switch 64 is provided on the front frame 12 or the like and detects that the front frame 12 or the like is opened.
The magnetic / vibration switch 61 is a fraud detection magnetic sensor and vibration sensor provided on the front frame 12 or the like.

  Various control signals output from the gaming microcomputer 111 are input to the output interface 113. These control signals are relayed by the output interface 113, and via an output port and a driver (not shown), a power switch solenoid 37c, a special prize opening solenoid 38b, a special display 51, a general display 53, a game The information is output to the status LED 57, the payout control device 200, the external information terminal 71 connected to the management device outside the gaming machine 100, the effect control device 300, and the like.

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

  The effect control device 300 includes an arithmetic processing CPU 310, a VDP (Video Display Processor) 320 as a graphic processor that performs image processing for video display on the display device 41 in accordance with commands and data from the CPU 310, various melody and A sound LSI 330 that controls the output of sound for reproducing sound effects and the like from the speakers 19a and 19b is provided.

  The CPU 310 stops supplying the power supply voltage to the program ROM 311 composed of a PROM (programmable read only memory) storing a program executed by the CPU 310, the RAM 312 providing a work area to the CPU 310, and the effect control device 300. However, a real-time clock (RTC) 313 that receives the supply voltage from the backup power supply 314 and keeps the current time is connected.

The VDP 320 includes an image ROM 321 in which character images and video data are stored, and an ultrahigh-speed VRAM (video RAM) used for developing and processing image data such as characters read from the image ROM 321. 322 is connected.
The sound LSI 330 is connected to a sound ROM (not shown) in which sound data is stored.

  The effect control device 300 is under the control of the game control device 30 based on various signals (effect control data (various commands, etc.)) received from the game control device 100 via the input / output interface (I / O) 315. Control the production of the game.

  The input / output interface 315 includes a first operation button switch 251 a that detects the pressing of the first operation button 251 provided on the front surface of the gaming machine 10, and a second operation button 251 disposed in the vicinity of the first operation button 251. A detection signal from the second operation button switch 252a for detecting the press of the game is input, and the effect control device 300 is based on this detection signal and produces a game effect under the control of the game control device 30. Control.

Various control signals output from the CPU 310 are input to the input / output interface 315. These control signals are relayed by the input / output interface 315 and provided to the vibration device 253 for vibrating the second operation button 252 via the output port and driver (not shown), the game board 30 and the front frame 12. The result is output to the decoration / production device 42, whereby the game is produced.
Here, the decoration / production device 42 includes a board decoration device having an LED (light emitting diode) provided on the game board 30 (including the center case 40) and an LED (light emitting diode) provided on the front frame 12. The frame decoration device (for example, the frame decoration device 18 and the like) having the above and the board effect device provided in the game board 30 (including the center case 40) (for example, in cooperation with the effect display on the display device 41) enhance the effect effect. An electric accessory) and a frame effect device (for example, a motor for operating the moving light 16) provided on the front frame 12.

Of the control signals output from the CPU 310, a control signal related to image control is output from the CPU 310 to the VDP 320, and image data based on the control signal is output from the VDP 320 to the display device 41.
Further, a control signal related to audio control is output from the CPU 310 to the sound LSI 330, and audio data based on the control signal is output from the sound LSI 330 to the speakers 19a and 19b.

  The power supply device 400 includes a game control device 100, an electronic component driven by the game control device 100, an effect control device 300, and a normal power supply 410 that supplies a power supply voltage to the electronic components driven by the effect control device 300. A backup power supply 420 for supplying a power supply voltage to the RAM inside the game microcomputer 111 at the time of a power failure is provided.

  In the present embodiment, the power supply device 400 is configured separately from the game control device 100, but the backup power supply unit 420 is provided on a separate board or integrated with the game control device 100 (ie, on the main board). You may comprise as follows. Since the game board 30 and the game control device 100 are to be replaced when the model is changed, it is possible to replace the game board 30 and the game control device 100 by providing the backup power supply unit 420 on a board different from the power board 400 or the main board as in this embodiment. The cost can be reduced by removing from the target.

  The backup power supply unit 420 can be configured with one large-capacity capacitor such as an electrolytic capacitor. The backup power is supplied to the game microcomputer 111 (particularly, the built-in RAM) of the game control device 100, and the data stored in the RAM is held even during a power failure or after the power is shut off.

Next, game control performed in these control circuits will be described.
The CPU 111A of the game microcomputer 111 of the game control device 100 extracts the random number value for hit determination of the normal figure based on the input of the detection signal of the game ball from the gate switch 34a provided in the normal start gate 34, and reads the ROM 111B. Is compared with the determination value stored in the table, and a process of determining whether or not the normal variation display game is missed is performed.
Then, after the identification symbol is variably displayed for a predetermined time on the general symbol display 53, a processing for displaying a general symbol variation display game to be stopped is performed.
When the result of this normal map change display game is a win, a special result mode is displayed on the general map display 53, and the general electric open / close solenoid 37c is operated to move the movable members 37b and 37b of the normal variable winning device 37. Control is performed as described above for a predetermined time (for example, 0.3 seconds).
On the other hand, when the result of the normal map change display game is out of order, the general display display 53 is controlled to display the result form of the shift.

Further, the CPU 111A of the game control device 100 is based on an input of a detection signal from the start port switch 36a that can detect both the game ball won in the start winning port 36 and the game ball won in the normal variation winning device 37. A starting winning (starting memory) is stored, and based on the starting memory, a random value for determining the big hit of the special figure variation display game is extracted and compared with the determination value stored in the ROM 111B, A process for determining a disconnection is performed.
Then, a control signal (production control command) including the determination result of the special figure variation display game is output to the production control device 300. Further, after the identification symbol is displayed in a fluctuation manner for a predetermined time on the special figure display 51, a special figure fluctuation display game to be stopped and displayed is performed.

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

Next, when the result of the special figure variation display game is a win, the CPU 111A of the game control device 100 displays a special result mode on the special figure display 51 and performs a process of generating a special game state.
In the process of generating the special game state, the CPU 111A performs control for allowing the game ball to flow into the special winning opening by, for example, opening the open / close door 38c of the special variable winning apparatus 38 by the special winning opening solenoid 38b. .
Then, a condition that either a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls wins the grand prize opening or a predetermined time (for example, 25 seconds or 1 second) elapses from the opening of the big prize opening. Opening the grand prize opening until 1 is achieved is defined as one round, and a control (cycle game) is performed in which this is repeated (repeated) a predetermined number of rounds (for example, 15 times or 2 times).
On the other hand, when the result of the special figure fluctuation display game is out of order, the special figure display 51 is controlled to display the result form of the deviation.

In addition, the game control device 100 can generate a probability change state as a game state after the special game state ends based on the result mode of the special figure variation display game.
This probability variation state is a state (high probability state) in which the probability of a hit result in the special figure variation display game is higher than the normal probability state.

Next, the production operation unit 25 characterized by the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment will be described.
4 is an enlarged view of the vicinity of the effect operation unit 25 in the gaming machine 10, FIG. 5 is an example of an exploded view of the effect operation unit 25, and FIG. 3 is an example of the structure of a vibration device 253.

  For example, as shown in FIG. 4, the effect operation unit 25 includes a large first operation button 251 disposed at the lower center of the front frame 12 and a small second operation button 252 disposed on the left side of the first operation button 251. Etc.

  Specifically, for example, as shown in FIGS. 5 and 6, the production operation unit 25 includes a first operation configured by an operation unit 25 f operated by a player and a support unit 25 e that supports the operation unit 25 f. A button 251, a second operation button 252, a vibration device 253 for vibrating the second operation button 252, a first operation button switch 251a for detecting that the first operation button 251 is pressed, and a second operation button. A second operation button switch 252a or the like for detecting that the 252 is pressed is provided on the upper surface of the substrate 25a, and a first storage chamber 25b1 provided on the upper side of the substrate 25a in which the first operation button 251 is provided. And a second storage chamber 25b2 in which the second operation button 252 is disposed, a storage portion 25b having a third storage chamber 25b3 in which the vibration device 253 is disposed, and the first storage chamber 25b. And a first coil spring 25c that biases the first operation button 251 upward, a second coil spring 25d that is housed in the second storage chamber 25b2 and biases the second operation button 252 upward, The portion 25d is configured to include a lid portion 25g that covers from the upper side in a state where the first operation button 251, the second operation button 252, the vibration device 253, and the like are disposed.

The vibration device 253 is, for example, a vibration motor that generates a vibration with a predetermined vibration pattern in accordance with an instruction from the effect control device 300.
The vibration device 253 may be, for example, a vibration motor that generates vibration by rotating at a predetermined speed as long as it can generate vibration with a predetermined vibration pattern, or at a predetermined cycle. It may be a vibration motor that rotates intermittently to generate vibration.
The vibration device 253 is not limited to a vibration motor as long as it can vibrate the second operation button 252 with a predetermined vibration pattern, and may be an actuator such as a solenoid.

Next, production control characterized by the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment will be described.
As described above, conventionally, when the operation button is repeatedly hit and the operation button is pressed in response to the request, a series of effects (sequential effects) for executing a predetermined effect is possible each time the button is pressed. A gaming machine is known. Specifically, in such a gaming machine, for example, when the operation button is repeatedly hit 10 times per second, a predetermined effect for displaying an image of projecting a bullet from the pistol is displayed 10 times per second accordingly. Is configured to do times.

  On the other hand, the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment does not request continuous hitting of the operation buttons, but requests long press of the second operation button 252 which is an operation means for production. Then, when the second operation button 252 is pressed in response to the request, the effect control device 300 that is an effect control means performs a predetermined effect at a predetermined execution speed while the second operation button 252 is pressed. Are configured to perform a series of effects.

In addition, when the predetermined condition that the first operation button 251 that is the speed changing operation unit is pressed while the second operation button 252 is pressed is satisfied, the effect control device 300 determines the predetermined in a series of effects. The execution speed of the production is changed.
Further, the effect control device 300 vibrates the second operation button 252 by the vibration device 253 as the vibration means with a vibration pattern corresponding to the execution speed of a predetermined effect in the series of effects while performing the series of effects. It is configured to let you.

Specifically, in the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, for example, as shown in FIG. 7, when the second operation button 252 is pressed for a long time, the second operation button 252 is pressed for 1 second. A predetermined effect is executed at an execution speed (execution speed of “10 times / second”) at which the predetermined effect is executed 10 times to perform a series of effects.
That is, for example, when the second operation button 252 is pressed, in the meantime, a series of executing a predetermined effect at the same execution speed as when the operation button is repeatedly hit 10 times per second in the conventional gaming machine described above. (Specifically, a series of effects in which a predetermined effect for displaying an image of projecting a bullet from a pistol is displayed 10 times per second).
Note that the series of effects in the present embodiment is not an effect corresponding to the consecutive hits of the operation buttons, but is an effect corresponding to the repeated hits effect in the conventional gaming machine described above, and is hereinafter referred to as “sequential hit effect”.

  At the same time, the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment vibrates the second operation button 252 with a vibration pattern (“pattern 0”) corresponding to the execution speed of “10 times / second”. Specifically, for example, the second operation button 252 is vibrated at the same vibration speed ("10 times / second" vibration speed) as the execution speed, and the second operation button 252 is executed every time a predetermined effect is executed. The button 252 is vibrated once.

Then, in the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, when the first operation button 251 is pressed while the second operation button 252 is pressed, an execution speed of a predetermined effect every time the first operation button 251 is pressed. To make it faster.
Specifically, for example, as illustrated in FIG. 7, the number of times the first operation button 252 is pressed while the second operation button 252 is pressed is “1”, “2”, “3”, “4”. ,..., “N times”, the execution speed of the predetermined performance is “11 times / second”, “12 times / second”, “13 times / second”, “14 times / second”,. “(10 + N) times / sec.”
At the same time, the vibration pattern of the second operation button 252 is also changed to “pattern 1”, “pattern 2”, “pattern 3”, “pattern 4”,. The second operation button 252 is vibrated at a vibration speed of.

Next, the control executed by the game microcomputer (game microcomputer) 111 of the game control device 100 will be described.
The control process by the game control apparatus 100 mainly includes a main process shown in FIG. 8 and a timer interrupt process shown in FIG. 9 performed at a predetermined time period (for example, 2 msec).

[Main process of game control device]
First, the main process will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. The main process is started when the power is turned on.

  In the main process, as a process at the start of the program, an initialization process at power-on (step S1) is performed, and a power failure recovery process (step S2) is performed.

Next, loop processing is performed as main loop processing.
In the process of the loop, first, a process for starting an interrupt timer (step S3) is performed to start a CTC (counter timer circuit).
Next, processing for prohibiting interruption (step S4) is performed, and initial value random number update processing (step S5) for updating the initial value of random numbers such as random numbers for hit determination and breaking the temporal regularity of random numbers is performed. Do. Thereafter, processing for permitting an interrupt (step S6) is performed.

  Next, the power failure inspection area of the RAM 111C is checked to determine whether or not a power failure has occurred (step S7). In the power failure inspection area, check data is set when the power of the gaming machine 10 is cut off due to a power failure, and the check data is not stored in normal times. Therefore, it can be determined whether or not a power failure has occurred by determining the presence or absence of the check data.

If it is determined in step S7 that no power failure has occurred (step S7; N), the process proceeds to step S4, and the processes in steps S4 to S7 are repeated.
On the other hand, when it is determined in step S7 that a power failure has occurred (step S7; Y), processing when a power failure occurs (step S8) is performed. Immediately after the occurrence of a power failure, the backup power source 420 supplies power that can execute the processing when the power failure occurs.

In the processing when the power failure occurs, first, processing for prohibiting interruption is performed.
Next, processing for turning off all output ports is performed, and processing for clearing the power failure inspection area is performed.
Next, after performing a process of saving the power failure recovery inspection area check data in the power failure recovery inspection area, a process of calculating a checksum when the power of the RAM 111C is shut off is performed, and a process of prohibiting access to the RAM 111C is performed. Wait for 10 power off.
Thus, by saving the power failure recovery inspection area check data in the power failure recovery inspection area and calculating the checksum at the time of power interruption, the information stored in the RAM 111C before the power interruption is correctly backed up. It can be determined when the power is turned on.

[Timer interrupt processing of game control device]
Next, the timer interrupt process will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. The timer interrupt process is executed when an interrupt is permitted in step S6 of the main process.

  When a timer interrupt request is generated (when interrupt is permitted), a register saving process (step S11) for saving data stored in the register to the RAM 111C is performed.

Next, detection signals from various sensors (start port switch 36a, gate switch 34a, count switch 38a, winning port switches 35a to 35n, etc.) are input, and output data set in various processes is output to solenoids (large winning port solenoids). 38b, the general-purpose open / close solenoid 37c), the special-figure display 51, the general-purpose display 53, and the like (step S12).
Next, a command transmission process (step S13) is performed in which the commands set in the transmission buffer in various processes are output to the effect control device 300, the payout control device 200, and the like.

Next, random number update processing 1 (step S14) is performed to update the random number for determination per special figure, the random number for determination of symbols, and the random number for determination per universal figure, and the initial value of the random number is changed in order to destroy the temporal regularity of the random number. An initial value random number update process (step S15) to be updated is performed.
Next, random number update processing 2 (step S16) is performed to update the variation pattern determination random number for determining the variation pattern in the decorative special diagram variation display game related to the special diagram variation display game.

Next, a winning opening SW monitoring process (step S17) for monitoring whether or not a detection signal is input from the start opening switch 36a, the gate switch 34a, the count switch 38a, the winning opening switches 35a to 35n, or the like is performed.
Next, based on detection signals from the glass frame opening switch 63, the inner frame opening switch 64, the magnetic / vibration switch 61, etc., an error monitoring process (step S18) for monitoring whether an abnormal state has occurred is performed.

  Next, a special figure game process (step S19) which is a process related to the special figure fluctuation display game is performed, and a general figure game process (step S20) which is a process related to the general figure fluctuation display game is performed.

  Next, a segment LED editing process (step S21), which is a process related to display of a display (segment LED, special figure hold display, universal figure hold display, etc.) that displays various information about the game, is performed, and the external management device External information editing processing (step S22), which is processing for setting a signal to be output in the output buffer, is performed.

Next, a process of declaring that the timer interrupt process has ended (step S23) is performed, and a process of restoring the register data saved in the RAM 111C in step S11 (step S24) is performed.
Next, a process for setting that the timer interrupt process is completed and an interrupt request can be accepted, that is, a process for permitting an interrupt (step S25) is performed, and the timer interrupt process is terminated.

Next, control executed by the effect control device 300 will be described.
The control process by the effect control device 300 mainly includes a main process shown in FIG. 10 and an interrupt process shown in FIG. 11 performed at a predetermined time period (for example, 2 msec).

[Main process of production control device]
First, the main process will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. In the main process, the entire program is controlled.

  In the main process, as a process at the start of the program, an initialization process at power-on (step S101) is performed, and a process of starting a timer (step S102) is performed.

Next, loop processing is performed as main loop processing.
In the processing of the loop, first, main command analysis processing (step S103) is performed. In the main command analysis process, it is determined whether or not a command related to a game transmitted from the game control device 100 has been correctly received. If the command has been correctly received, the command is determined. One command transmitted from the game control device 100 is composed of a pair of data of a first command (for example, negative logic data) and a second command (for example, positive logic data obtained by bit-inverting the first command). ing. Then, when the received first command and the second command do not contradict each other (for example, when one inverted bit matches the other), it is determined that the command is correctly received.

Next, the change time and pattern of the decorative special figure change display game executed on the display device 41 in parallel with the special figure change display game on the special figure display device 51 of the collective display device 50, setting of fluctuation change, and continuation of the time reduction mode A game control process (step S104) related to control such as setting of effects is performed.
Next, display control processing (step S105) for driving the display of the fluctuation in the display device 41, the display of the time reduction mode continuation effect, and the state notification lamp (panel decoration device) provided in the center case 40 in relation to these displays. )I do.
Next, a sound control process (step S106) that is a process related to audio output (a process for driving the speakers 19a and 19b) is performed, and a decoration control process (a process related to the control of the frame decoration device 18 and the like provided in the front frame 12). Step S107) is performed.

  Next, an error monitoring process (step S108) for monitoring the occurrence of an error such as opening of the front frame 12 or the glass frame 15 is performed, and a random number for determining details such as a variation mode (variation pattern) of the decoration special figure variation display game is obtained. A random number update process (step S109) to be updated is performed, and the process returns to the main command analysis process (step S103).

[Interrupt processing of production control device]
Next, the interrupt process will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.

  In the interrupt process, first, a timer update process (step S111) for updating a soft timer managed by a program is performed.

Next, an input process (step S112) for processing a signal input to the effect control device 300 is performed.
In the input process, when a detection signal is input from a switch that detects pressing of the first operation button 251 or the second operation button 252, a process of turning on a detection flag or the like is performed. This detection flag is used in the effect operation process of FIG.

Next, an output process (step S113) for processing a signal output from the effect control device 300 is performed.
In the output process, a sound output process in which audio data is output to the speakers 19 and 19b, a decoration output process in which a control signal is output to the decoration / effect device 42, and the like are performed.

  Next, a main command reception process (step S114) for receiving a command related to a game transmitted from the game control apparatus 100 to the effect control apparatus 300 is performed, and the interrupt process is terminated.

[Operation validity period processing]
Next, the operation valid period process performed in the display control process (step S105) in the main process of the effect control apparatus 300 shown in FIG. 10 will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.

In the operation valid period process, first, it is determined whether or not an operation valid period occurs (step S121).
Here, the “operation effective period” means a screen for prompting the player to operate the effect operation unit 25 during a specific effect such as a reach effect, and the operation of the first operation button 251 and the second operation button 252. Is a period during which is accepted as an effective operation. The presence / absence of the operation effective period and the length of the operation effective period are set in advance for each variation pattern.

If it is determined in step S121 that the operation valid period does not occur (step S121; N), the process proceeds to step S123.
On the other hand, if it is determined in step S121 that the operation effective period occurs (step S121; Y), a process for displaying on the display device 41 a screen for notifying the player of the occurrence (start) of the operation effective period (step S122). Then, the process proceeds to step S123.

  In step S123, it is determined whether or not it is an operation effective period (during the operation effective period).

If it is determined in step S123 that the operation is not valid (step S123; N), the process proceeds to step S125.
On the other hand, if it is determined in step S123 that the operation is valid (step S123: Y), a process of setting a continuous hit effect stop state for stopping the continuous hit effect in the effect operation process shown in FIG. 13 described later (step S133). ) Or a process (step S124) for executing a continuous hit effect corresponding to the state set in the process (step S135) for setting a continuous hit effect execution state for performing a continuous hit effect, and the process proceeds to step S125. In addition, the process (step S124) of executing the continuous hit effect corresponding to the set state includes a process of vibrating the second operation button 252 with a vibration pattern corresponding to the execution speed of the predetermined effect in the continuous hit effect. You can make it.

  In step S125, it is determined whether the operation valid period has expired.

If it is determined in step S125 that the operation effective period has not ended (step S125; N), the operation effective period process is temporarily ended, and the operation effective period process is repeatedly executed.
When it is determined in step S125 that the operation effective period has ended (step S125; Y), a process for displaying a screen for notifying the player of the end of the operation effective period on the display device 41 (step S126) is performed. The operation valid period process is terminated.

[Production operation processing]
Next, the rendering operation process performed in the game control process (step S104) in the main process of the rendering control apparatus 300 shown in FIG. 10 will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.

  In the effect operation process, first, it is determined whether or not it is an operation effective period (during the operation effective period) (step S131).

If it is determined in step S131 that it is not the operation valid period (step S131; N), a process of resetting the set execution speed to the initial setting (step S132) is performed, and a continuous hit effect stop state in which the continuous hit effect is stopped is set. The setting process (step S133) is performed, and the effect operation process ends.
When this repeated hitting effect stop state is set, in the process of executing the repeated hitting effect corresponding to the set state (step S124) in the operation valid period process shown in FIG. 2 The process of vibrating the operation button 252 is not performed.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in step S131 that the operation is valid (step S131; Y), it is determined whether or not the second operation button 252 has been pressed (ON) (step S134).

If it is determined in step S134 that the second operation button 252 is not turned on (step S134; N), the process proceeds to step S132, the processes of steps S132 and S133 are performed, and the effect operation process ends.
Thereby, even during the operation effective period, in the process (step S124) of executing the continuous hit effect corresponding to the set state in the operation effective period process shown in FIG. The process of vibrating the second operation button 252 is not performed.

On the other hand, when it determines with the 2nd operation button 252 having been turned ON by step S134 (step S132; Y), the continuous hit effect execution state which performs the continuous hit effect which performs a predetermined effect at the set execution speed is set. Processing (step S153) is performed.
When this continuous hit effect execution state is set, the reach displayed on the display device 41 in the process (step S124) of executing the continuous hit effect corresponding to the set state in the operation valid period process shown in FIG. On the screen or the like, a continuous hitting effect for executing a predetermined effect at a set execution speed is performed, and a process of vibrating the second operation button 252 with a vibration pattern corresponding to the execution speed is performed.

  Next, it is determined whether or not the first operation button 251 has been pressed (ON) (step S136).

If it is determined in step S136 that the first operation button 251 is not turned on (step S136; N), the effect operation process is terminated.
On the other hand, if it is determined in step S136 that the first operation button 251 is turned on (step S136; Y), a process of updating the set execution speed by adding +1 (step S137) is performed, and the effect is performed. End the operation process. Specifically, for example, when the set execution speed is the initial setting “10 times / second”, it is updated to “11 times / second”, and the set execution speed is “11 times / second”. If it is, it is updated to “12 times / second”.

[Consecutive Strike Production]
Here, the specific example of the continuous striking effect in this embodiment is demonstrated with reference to the screen displayed on the display apparatus 41 shown in FIG.14 and FIG.15.

The gaming machine 10 (the production control device 300) first displays an initial screen on which three identification symbols are stopped and displayed on the display device 41, for example, as shown in FIG.
Next, when the variation display game is started, a screen on which three identification symbols are variably displayed as shown in FIG. 14B, for example, is displayed.
Next, when reach occurs in the variable display game, a screen as shown in FIG. 14C, for example, is displayed after a predetermined time has elapsed.

Next, when the operation valid period does not occur during the reach, the variable display of the three identification symbols is ended after a predetermined time has elapsed, and when the result of the variable display game is out of order, for example, as shown in FIG. A screen like this is displayed.
On the other hand, when the operation effective period occurs during the reach, when the operation effective period occurs (starts), for example, the player is notified of the occurrence (start) of the operation effective period as shown in FIG. Display the screen to be used. On this screen, a display (such as “If you press and hold this button for a long time!”) Is displayed to notify the player that the second hit button 252 will be pressed.

  When the second operation button 252 is pressed, for example, a screen as shown in FIG. 15 (f) is displayed, and a predetermined effect of continuously displaying an image in which a bullet is fired from a pistol is continuously executed. Produce. On this screen, a display that prompts the player to continue pressing the second operation button 252 ("long press!") Or a display that prompts the player to press the first operation button 251 ("Press here too!"). ) Etc. are displayed.

  Further, when the first operation button 251 is pressed while the second operation button 252 is pressed, a screen as shown in FIG. 15G, for example, is displayed and the first operation button 251 is pressed. A predetermined effect is continuously executed at a higher execution speed than before the continuous hit effect.

Next, when the operation effective period ends, for example, a screen for notifying the player of the end of the operation effective period is displayed as shown in FIG.
Thereafter, when the result of the variable display game is out of place, a screen as shown in FIG. 15 (i), for example, is displayed. When the result of the variable display game is a big hit, for example, as shown in FIG. 15 (j). Display a simple screen.

  In the drawing, a predetermined effect of displaying an image of firing a bullet from a pistol (a predetermined effect of performing an operation of firing a bullet from a pistol as an animation operation displayed on the display device 41) is continuously performed. This is an example of a case where the repeated strike effect of “breaking off the symbol” is performed. However, the repeated strike effect is not limited to this, for example, an image in which the degree of opening of the door is changed is displayed. A predetermined effect (a predetermined effect for performing an operation of opening the door little by little as an operation of the animation displayed on the display device 41) is continuously executed. If the result of the display game is a big hit, the door will be fully opened and the hidden winning symbol will appear behind the door. If the result of the variable display game is out of place, the door will not be fully opened. The contents may be a barrage production, etc., such as that ".

  Next, a specific example of the continuous striking effect in the present embodiment will be described with reference to the time charts shown in FIGS.

  For example, as shown in FIG. 16, the gaming machine 10 (the production control device 300) is set while the second operation button 252 is turned on when the second operation button 252 is turned on during the operation valid period. A predetermined effect (repetitive strike effect action) is executed at a running speed, and a repeated strike effect is performed.

For example, as illustrated in FIG. 17, if the first operation button 251 is turned on while the second operation button 252 is turned on during the operation effective period, the first operation button 251 is turned on. A predetermined effect is executed at an execution speed (“11 times / second” in FIG. 17) obtained by adding +1 to the execution speed (“10 times / second” in FIG. 17).
And even if it is an operation effective period, if the 2nd operation button 252 is turned OFF, a continuous striking effect will be stopped.

For example, as shown in FIG. 18, even if the second operation button 252 is turned on, when the operation valid period ends, the continuous hit effect is stopped. Then, when the operation valid period starts again while the second operation button 252 is ON, the continuous hitting effect is started at the execution speed reset to the initial setting (“10 times / second”).
In other words, when the operation valid period ends, the speed of the accelerated continuous striking effect is reset.

For example, as shown in FIG. 19, if the second operation button 252 is turned OFF during the operation valid period, the continuous hit effect is stopped. Then, when the second operation button 252 is turned on again during the operation valid period, the continuous striking effect is started at the execution speed reset to the initial setting (“10 times / second”).
That is, once the operation of the second operation button 252 is canceled, the speed of the accelerated continuous striking effect is reset.

[Special production]
Furthermore, in the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, a special operation period may occur during the operation effective period and a special effect may be performed. The presence / absence of the special operation period and the length of the special operation period are set in advance for each variation pattern.
Even if the second operation button 252 is operated during the special operation period, the first operation button 251 is used for the special effect, not for changing the execution speed in the continuous hit effect.

  A specific example of the special effect in the present embodiment will be described with reference to a screen displayed on the display device 41 shown in FIG.

  When the second operation button 252 is pressed during the operation effective period, the gaming machine 10 (the effect control device 300) displays a screen as shown in FIG. I do.

  Next, when a special operation period occurs during the operation valid period, when the special operation period occurs (starts), for example, as shown in FIG. A screen to notify is displayed. On this screen, a display prompting the player to continue pressing the second operation button 252 (“pistol is long-pressed!”), Or a display notifying the player that a special effect will be performed when the first operation button 251 is pressed. ("Let's fire a starburst over here!") Is displayed.

When the first operation button 251 is pressed while the second operation button 252 is pressed, a screen as shown in FIG. 20C, for example, is displayed, and the first operation button 251 is further pressed. Then, for example, a screen as shown in FIG. 20 (d) is displayed, and both the continuous strike effect and the special effect are performed. In these screens, a notice effect display (“Puspus… Do you want to explode?” Or “Ppuss… Is it!” Is displayed when the first operation button 251 is pressed.
Even if the second operation button 252 is operated during the special operation period, the first operation button 251 is used for the special effect, not for changing the execution speed in the continuous hit effect. That is, during the special operation period, even if the first operation button 251 is pressed, the execution speed of the predetermined effect in the continuous hit effect is not changed.

  Next, when the special operation period ends, if the result of the variable display game is not shown immediately after the special operation period, for example, a screen as shown in FIG. A screen for informing the user is displayed, and only a continuous hitting effect is performed.

Next, when the operation effective period ends, a screen for notifying the player of the end of the operation effective period as shown in FIG. 20F, for example, is displayed.
Thereafter, when the result of the variable display game is out of place, a screen as shown in FIG. 20 (g), for example, is displayed, and when the result of the variable display game is a big hit, as shown in FIG. 20 (h), for example. Display a simple screen.

In the figure, a case where a predetermined effect of displaying an image of projecting bullets from a pistol is continuously executed and a continuous hitting effect of “breaking out the symbols” is performed is illustrated. The production is not limited to this. For example, a predetermined production of displaying an image that changes the degree of opening of the door is continuously executed, and “the door is gradually opened and the result of the variable display game is a big hit. If the door is fully open and the winning symbol hidden behind the door is displayed, and the result of the variable display game is out of place, the door will not fully open " Good.
In addition, in the illustration, a case where a special effect such as `` I will ignite the starburst to destroy the design by exploding the starburst '' is performed, but the special effect is not limited to this, for example, A special effect or the like may be given, such as “fire the starburst so that the starburst will explode and break the door, and the winning symbol hidden behind the door will appear”.

  Next, a specific example of special effects in the present embodiment will be described with reference to a time chart shown in FIG.

As shown in FIG. 21, for example, the gaming machine 10 (the production control device 300) sets the execution speed to the initial setting (“10 times / second”) when the second operation button 252 is turned ON during the operation valid period. Starts a continuous striking effect.
Next, if the first operation button 251 is turned on while the second operation button 252 is turned on during the operation valid period, the execution speed before the first operation button 251 is turned on (“10 times / Seconds ”) is added to the execution speed (“ 11 times / second ”) to execute a predetermined effect and perform repeated hitting effects.

Next, during the operation effective period, if a special operation period occurs while the second operation button 252 is ON, a special effect (special effect action) is executed when the first operation button 251 is turned ON. . In this case, even if the first operation button 251 is turned on, the execution speed is not changed.
Next, when the special operation period ends while the second operation button 252 is turned on during the operation valid period, if the first operation button 251 is turned on, the first operation button 251 is turned on. A predetermined effect is executed at an execution speed (“12 times / second”) obtained by adding +1 to the execution speed (“11 times / second”) to execute a continuous hit effect.
And even if it is an operation effective period, if the 2nd operation button 252 is turned OFF, a continuous striking effect will be stopped.

Conventionally, there is a pachinko machine as a representative example of a gaming machine. This pachinko machine has a plurality of pieces of identification information (symbols and symbols) displayed on the variable display device provided in the game area based on the winning of the game ball (start prize) in the start opening provided in the game area. If the aspect of the plurality of pieces of identification information stopped after a predetermined time elapses is a special result state determined in advance, a special gaming state (a big hit state) is entered, and the player There are things that make it possible to earn a lot of profit.
In addition, in a pachinko machine equipped with a variable display device, during the variable display game, an effect (notice effect) of the content for announcing the possibility of a reach or a big hit is executed in the effect according to the change of the symbol. There is something.
Furthermore, there is an operation button that can be operated by the player, and by operating the operation button, the player can technically intervene in the production. Specifically, a gaming machine (for example, a special game machine that can select a variation pattern for actually executing a variation from among a plurality of variation patterns related to the occurrence of a special game advantageous to the player by operating the operation button by the player. No. 2004-202120) and gaming machines capable of performing effects linked to the operation of operation buttons by a player are known.
The production may be performed by a variable display device, or may be performed by a display device or a production device different from the variable display device.

By the way, as a gaming machine capable of performing effects linked to operation of the operation buttons, a series of effects (required for continuous pressing of the operation buttons) and executing a predetermined effect every time the operation button is pressed ( There is a gaming machine that is capable of continuous striking).
In such a gaming machine, for example, as shown in FIG. 27, a predetermined effect (continuous hit effect) is executed every time a rising edge where an operation button (push button) is pressed is detected. In order to enjoy, it is necessary to continuously execute a predetermined effect by repeatedly pressing the operation buttons.

Therefore, in such a gaming machine, the operation button may be struck repeatedly. When the operation button is struck violently, noise and vibration are generated, which causes trouble to other players and causes discomfort (disadvantage) to other players.
In addition, if the operation button is struck violently, the operation button may be damaged. In addition, the person who acts as a smasher of the operation button and shakes the table to perform a fraudulent act (such as Dotsukigoto). Therefore, there is also a problem that a disadvantage occurs in the amusement store.
In addition, when the operation button is provided also for the decoration of the frame, depending on the shape, it is difficult to hit repeatedly, and the risk of damage to the operation button increases, which causes a disadvantage for the player or the game store. There is also.
In addition, there is a problem that a player who feels that it is troublesome to repeatedly hit the operation button or a player who feels embarrassed cannot enjoy the direct hit effect.

  Therefore, for example, a game controller (for example, a utility model 03) in which a signal firing button switch connected to a circuit for outputting a continuous firing trigger signal is arranged alongside a signal firing button switch that outputs a single shot trigger signal. When the game machine is equipped with a continuous hitting button that can enjoy the same continuous hitting effect as when the operation button is repeatedly hit while the player is pressing (holding down) as in the case of No. -021390 gazette) Can be solved.

  However, in the invention described in Japanese Utility Model Laid-Open No. 03-021390, only continuous firing at a constant speed is possible. Therefore, even if a gaming machine is provided with a continuous hitting button based on the invention described in Japanese Utility Model Publication No. 03-021390, a predetermined effect can only be executed at a constant speed, and the execution speed of the predetermined effect cannot be changed. There is a problem that the interest of the person cannot be sufficiently enhanced.

  According to the gaming machine 10 of the first embodiment described above, the production operation means (second operation button 252) that can be operated by the player, and the production operation means (second operation) during the operation effective period. When the button 252) is operated, a series of effects (continuous hit effects) in which a predetermined effect is continuously executed at a predetermined execution speed while the operation means for the effect (second operation button 252) is being operated. Effect control means (effect control device 300), and the effect control means (effect control device 300) establishes a predetermined condition in the middle of a series of effects (continuous hit effects) (operation of the first operation button 251). ), The execution speed can be changed.

That is, while the second operation button 252 is being operated, a continuous hitting effect in which a predetermined effect is continuously executed is performed, so that the player does not need to hit the operation button repeatedly. Accordingly, the operation buttons are not repeatedly hit, and the frequency of occurrence of noise and vibration associated with repeated hits is reduced, so that discomfort (disadvantage) experienced by other players can be reduced.
In addition, operation buttons are less likely to be hit repeatedly, damage to the operation buttons associated with repeated hits is reduced, and fraudulent acts that aim to win a prize by shaking the platform, pretending that the operation buttons are being hit hard ) Will also reduce the disadvantages experienced by amusement stores.
Further, depending on the shape of the operation button, it may be difficult to hit repeatedly or break easily, but in the present invention, it is not necessary to repeatedly press the operation button, and such a problem does not occur, so a player or a game shop suffers. The disadvantage can be reduced.
Also, even if you do not hit the operation button repeatedly, the specified performance will be executed continuously, so you will not bother the player's hand more than necessary, and the player who thinks that repeated hitting is troublesome or embarrassing Even a person can enjoy a repetitive striking effect in which a predetermined effect is continuously executed. Furthermore, since the execution speed of a predetermined effect can be changed, the interest can be sufficiently enhanced. In particular, in the present embodiment, the execution speed is changed according to the operation of the speed change operation means (first operation button 251) by the player. Since (adjustment) can be performed, the player's interest can be attracted and the willingness to participate in the repetitive hitting effect can be improved.

  Further, according to the present embodiment, the effect control means (effect control device 300) is used when the operation effective period ends or when the operation of the effect operation means (second operation button 252) is stopped. When a series of effects (continuous hit effects) is stopped and the next series of effects (repetitive hit effects) is performed, the next series of effects (repetitive hit effects) are started at the execution speed reset to the initial setting. It has become.

That is, when performing the next continuous hit effect, it is started at the execution speed reset to the initial setting, and the previous execution speed is not carried over to the next time. Therefore, it is possible to enjoy the continuous hit effect at a suitable execution speed every time.
In particular, in the present embodiment, since the execution speed increases in response to the establishment of a predetermined condition (operation of the first operation button 251), the execution speed is increased by not carrying over the previous execution speed to the next time. It is possible to suppress the speed from increasing rapidly.

  In addition, according to the present embodiment, the gaming machine 10 performs the production operation means (second operation button 252) while the production control means (production control device 300) performs a series of productions (continuous hitting production). Is vibrated with a vibration pattern corresponding to the execution speed (vibration device 253).

  Accordingly, it is difficult for the player to obtain a feeling that the player is operating the second operation button 252 simply by pressing and holding the second operation button 252. It is possible to give the player a feeling that it is an effect corresponding to the operation of the two operation buttons 252 and an operation feeling that the second operation button 252 is continuously hit (provided). Further, since the vibration pattern changes corresponding to the execution speed, the player can feel the change in the execution speed.

<Second Embodiment>
Next, the gaming machine 10 of the second embodiment will be described.
In the gaming machine 10 of the second embodiment, when the second operation button 252 is operated even after the operation valid period ends, a restriction flag for restricting execution of the continuous hit effect is generated. Different from the gaming machine 10 of the first embodiment. Specifically, in the gaming machine 10 of the second embodiment, only the presentation operation process is different, and the other configuration is substantially the same as the gaming machine 10 of the first embodiment. Therefore, below, only a different part from 1st Embodiment is demonstrated.

[Production operation processing]
The effect operation process in the gaming machine 10 of the second embodiment will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.

  In the effect operation process, first, it is determined whether or not it is an operation effective period (during the operation effective period) (step S201).

  If it is determined in step S201 that the operation is not valid (step S201; N), it is determined whether or not the second operation button 252 is pressed (ON) (step S202).

If it is determined in step S202 that the second operation button 252 is turned on (step S202; Y), processing for turning on the restriction flag (step S203) is performed. In other words, when the second operation button 252 is operated even when the operation valid period ends, the effect control device 300 as the effect restricting means generates a restriction flag to restrict the repeated hitting effect.
Next, a process of setting a continuous hit effect stop state for stopping the continuous hit effect (step S204) is performed, a process of resetting the set execution speed to the initial setting (step S205) is performed, and the effect operation process is ended. .

On the other hand, if it is determined in step S202 that the second operation button 252 is not turned on (step S202; N), a process for turning off the restriction flag (step S206) is performed, and the process proceeds to step S204. The process of S205 is performed, and the effect operation process ends.
That is, when the operation valid period has expired and the second operation button 252 has not been operated, the restriction flag is released.

  If it is determined in step S201 that the operation is valid (step S201; Y), it is determined whether or not the second operation button 252 is turned on (step S207).

If it is determined in step S207 that the second operation button is not turned on (step S207; N), a process for turning off the restriction flag (step S206) is performed, the process proceeds to step S204, and steps S204 and S205 are performed. The process is performed, and the effect operation process is terminated.
That is, when the operation of the second operation button 252 is stopped during the operation valid period (when the restriction flag release condition (1) is satisfied), the restriction flag is released.

  On the other hand, when it is determined in step S207 that the second operation button is turned on (step S207; Y), it is determined whether or not the restriction flag is turned on (step S208).

  If it is determined in step S208 that the restriction flag is not turned on (step S208; N), that is, if the restriction flag is turned off, a repetitive striking effect that performs a predetermined effect at a set execution speed is performed. A process of setting a continuous strike effect execution state (step S209) is performed, and it is determined whether or not the first operation button 251 is turned on (step S210).

If it is determined in step S210 that the first operation button 251 is not turned on (step S210; N), the effect operation process is terminated.
On the other hand, if it is determined in step S210 that the first operation button 251 is turned on (step S210; Y), a process of updating the set execution speed by adding +1 (step S211) is performed, and the effect is performed. End the operation process.

  If it is determined in step S208 that the restriction flag is ON (step S208; Y), a process of setting a continuous hit effect stop state for stopping the continuous hit effect (step S212) is performed, and the set execution is performed. A process of resetting the speed to the initial setting (step S213) is performed, and it is determined whether or not the operation of the first operation button 251 is detected (step S214), that is, whether or not the first operation button 251 is turned on. Do.

When it determines with operation of the 1st operation button 251 having been detected by step S214 (step S214; Y), the process which turns OFF a control flag (step S215) is performed, it transfers to step S209, and step S209-S211 Is performed, and the effect operation process is terminated.
That is, the restriction flag is released when the first operation button 251 as the release operation means is operated during the operation valid period (when the restriction flag release condition (2) is satisfied).

  On the other hand, if it is determined in step S214 that the operation of the first operation button 251 has not been detected (step S214; N), it is determined whether or not a certain time has elapsed since the start of the operation valid period (step S216). I do. Specifically, the production control device 300 measures the time from the start of the operation effective period based on the time or the like recorded by the RTC 313, and whether or not the measured time has reached a preset fixed time. Judgment is made.

If it is determined in step S216 that a certain time has not elapsed since the start of the operation effective period (step S216; N), the effect operation process is terminated.
On the other hand, if it is determined in step S216 that a certain time has elapsed from the start of the operation effective period (step S216; Y), a process of turning off the restriction flag (step S215) is performed, and the process proceeds to step S209. The process of S209-S211 is performed and the said presentation operation process is complete | finished.
That is, the restriction flag is released when a certain time has elapsed from the start of the operation effective period (when the restriction flag release condition (3) is satisfied).

[Consecutive Strike Production]
Here, the specific example of the continuous striking effect in this embodiment is demonstrated with reference to the time chart shown in FIGS.

For example, as shown in FIG. 23, the gaming machine 10 (the effect control device 300) turns on the restriction flag and performs the repeated hitting effect when the second operation button 252 is turned on even after the operation valid period has passed. Stop.
When the second operation button 252 is turned off, the restriction flag is turned off.

  Further, for example, as shown in FIG. 24, when the operation valid period starts while the restriction flag is ON and the second operation button 252 is ON, the continuous striking effect is not started. When the operation button 252 is turned off (when the restriction flag release condition (1) is satisfied), the restriction flag is turned off, and when the second operation button 252 is turned on again, the continuous hit effect is started.

Also, for example, as shown in FIG. 25, when the operation valid period starts while the restriction flag is ON and the second operation button 252 is ON, the continuous striking effect is not started, but the first When the operation button 251 is turned on (when the restriction flag release condition (2) is satisfied), the restriction flag is turned off and a continuous hitting effect is started.
In this case, even if the second operation button 252 is operated, the first operation button 251 is used not for changing the execution speed in the continuous striking effect but for releasing the restriction.

  Further, for example, as shown in FIG. 26, when the operation valid period starts while the restriction flag is ON and the second operation button 252 is ON, the continuous hit effect is not started, but the operation When a certain period of time has elapsed from the start of the effective period (when the restriction flag release condition (3) is satisfied), the restriction flag is turned OFF, and a continuous hitting effect is started.

  According to the gaming machine 10 of the second embodiment described above, when the operation means for production (second operation button 252) is operated even after the operation valid period ends, the production control means (production control) The apparatus 300) is provided with effect restricting means (effect control apparatus 300) for restricting execution of a series of effects (repetitive striking effects). The effect control means (effect control apparatus 300) is controlled by the effect restricting means (effect control device 300). While the execution of the effect (continuous strike effect) is restricted, the continuous execution of the predetermined effect is stopped.

  Here, when the second operation button 252 is operated even after the operation valid period ends, the next operation valid period is not changed in a state in which the second operation button 252 is always operated unless the continuous striking effect is restricted. At the same time as the start, the repetitive strike effect will be started. In this case, the player cannot distinguish whether the continuous hitting effect is an effect corresponding to the operation of the second operation button 252 or an effect based on the normal display effect. There is a problem that the player's interest in the corresponding production is diminished. On the other hand, as in the present embodiment, when the second operation button 252 is operated even after the operation valid period ends, the continuous striking effect is restricted and the continuous execution of the predetermined effect is stopped. By comprising in this way, the said problem can be solved and an interest can be heightened.

In addition, according to the present embodiment, the production restriction unit (production control device 300) releases the restriction when the operation of the production operation unit (second operation button 252) is stopped during the operation effective period. It is configured as follows.
Therefore, when the operation of the second operation button 252 is resumed, the repeated hitting effect is started again, so that the player's operation intervenes in the start of the repeated hitting effect. It is possible to make the player clearly recognize that the production is in accordance with the game.
In addition, as soon as the operation of the second operation button 252 is released, the continuous hitting effect can be started, so that the player's willingness to operate can be stimulated.

In addition, according to the present embodiment, the gaming machine 10 includes the release operating means (first operation button 251) that can be operated by the player, and the effect regulating means (the effect control device 300) is in the operation effective period. When the release operating means (first operation button 251) is operated, the restriction is released.
Therefore, even if the second operation button 252 is still operated, if the first operation button 251 is operated, the repeated hitting effect starts again, and the player's operation intervenes in the start of the continuous hitting effect. As a result, the player can clearly recognize that the started repetitive strike effect is an effect corresponding to the operation of the operation button.
In addition, as soon as the first operation button 251 is operated, the continuous hitting effect starts, so that the player's willingness to operate can be stimulated.

Further, according to the present embodiment, the effect restricting means (the effect control device 300) is configured to cancel the restriction when a certain time has elapsed from the start of the operation effective period.
Therefore, even if the second operation button 252 is still operated, the continuous operation is started again after a certain period of time has elapsed from the start of the operation effective period, so the above operation for releasing the restriction is troublesome. Even a player or a player who does not know the above-described operation for canceling the restriction can enjoy a series of effects.
In addition, since the player can check the screen that informs the player of the occurrence (start) of the operation valid period during this fixed time, the continuous hitting effect that starts after that is in accordance with the operation of the operation button. It is possible to clearly recognize that it is a production.

  The present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiment, and various improvements and design changes may be made without departing from the spirit of the present invention.

An initial setting is set for the execution speed, and the execution speed is changed according to the establishment of a predetermined condition (operation of the first operation button 251). However, the present invention is not limited to this. When a start condition (for example, a condition that an operation valid period has occurred and the second operation button 252 is operated, etc.) is satisfied, the first operation button 251 is not operated until a predetermined time elapses from the establishment. Requesting repeated hits, and performing a repeated hit effect according to the hits as in the conventional gaming machine described above, calculating the average hit speed by counting the number of consecutive hits until the predetermined time has passed, After the predetermined time has elapsed, the calculated average repeated hitting speed is set as the execution speed, and the end condition of the repeated hitting effect shown in the above embodiment (for example, the operation of the second operation button 252 is stopped during the operation effective period). The Until conditions) is satisfied that the may be configured to perform continuously repeated pressing effect by performing the predetermined effect in the set execution speed. That is, in this case, until the predetermined time elapses after the start condition of the continuous hit effect is established, the second operation button 252 is operated (long press) and the first operation button 251 is requested to be repeatedly hit. In response to repeated hits of the one operation button 251, a continuous hit effect is performed and the average hit speed of the hit is calculated. After a predetermined time has elapsed, the second operation button 252 is operated (long press) until the operation effective period ends. ) To perform the repeated hitting effect at the calculated average hitting speed.
In this case, the first operation button 251 is repeatedly hit, but since there is a limit to the continuous hit request period, there is a disadvantage incurred by the player or the game store as compared to a conventional gaming machine that requires repeated hits throughout the operation effective period. Can be reduced.
Further, in this case, the continuous hitting of the operation button by the player is reflected in the continuous hitting effect that is performed after a predetermined time has elapsed, so that the player's interest can be attracted and the willingness to participate in the continuous hitting effect can be improved. .

  The establishment of the predetermined condition is not limited to the operation (pressing) of the first operation button 251. For example, the normal start gate 34, the general winning opening 35, the starting winning opening 36, the normal variable winning device 37, or the special variable winning device. It may be a prize of 38 game balls.

The size and arrangement position of the first operation button 251 and the second operation button 252 are not limited to those of the above-described embodiment. For example, the size of the second operation button 252 is larger than the size of the first operation button 251. The second operation button 252 may be arranged on the right side of the first operation button 252.
Further, the number of operation buttons is not limited to two, that is, the first operation button 251 and the second operation button 252.
In addition, the operation means for production, the operation means for speed change, the operation means for release, etc. are not limited to operation buttons (operation means for detecting that the player has pressed the game). It may be a type of operation means for detecting that a player's hand or the like has touched, or a type of operation means for detecting that a player's hand or the like is held over a predetermined area.

The execution speed is not limited to that of the above-described embodiment (shown in FIG. 7). For example, the initial setting may be “5 times / second”, “15 times / second”, etc. Each time a predetermined condition such as operation of the operation button 251 is established, for example, it may be updated by adding +2 or may be updated by subtracting -1.
Further, the vibration pattern is not limited to the vibration pattern that vibrates the second operation button 252 at the same vibration speed as the execution speed as long as the player can identify each vibration pattern.

10 gaming machine 41 display device (variation display means)
251 First operation button (operating means for release)
252 Second operation button (production operation means)
253 Vibration device (vibration means)
300 Production control device (production control means, production control means)

Claims (1)

Includes the effect display means for performing an effect related to the game, according to the result aspect of the game, the available gaming machine generates a favorable special game state for the player,
Operation means for production that can be operated by the player,
When the operation means for the production is operated during the operation valid period, a series of productions for continuously executing the predetermined production at a predetermined execution speed is performed while the operation means for the production is being operated. Production control means,
The production control means includes
When the operation effective period starts, a notification effect is provided to notify the player that the operation effective period has occurred,
If the operation means for production has been operated from before the start of the operation effective period, a series of productions for continuously executing the predetermined effect is not performed even during the operation effective period , A gaming machine characterized in that the notification effect is continued .

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