JP6013968B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Description

  The present invention changes the variable winning means that can be changed to either the first state that is advantageous to the player or the second state that is disadvantageous to the player to the first state based on the establishment of the predetermined condition. The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine.

  As a gaming machine, a game ball, which is a game medium, is launched into a game area by a launching device, and when a game ball wins a prize area such as a prize opening provided in the game area, a predetermined prize value is given to the player There is something that was configured. Further, a variable display unit capable of variably displaying the identification information (also referred to as “fluctuation”) is provided, and a predetermined game value is obtained when the display result of the variable display of the identification information in the variable display unit becomes a specific display result. Are configured to give the player.

  The winning value means that a winning ball is paid out or a score or a prize is given in accordance with the winning of a game ball in the winning area. In addition, the game value means that when a specific display result is obtained, the state of the variable winning ball apparatus provided in the gaming area of the gaming machine becomes an advantageous state for a player who is easy to win, and for the player. For example, a right to be advantageous can be generated, and a condition for paying out a winning ball can be easily established.

  In a pachinko machine, a specific display mode determined in advance is derived and displayed as a display result of variable display of a special symbol (identification information) that is started in the variable display unit based on the winning of a game ball at the start winning opening. When it is made, “big hit (specific game state)” occurs. The derived display is to stop and display the symbol. When the big hit occurs, for example, the big winning opening is opened a predetermined number of times, and the game shifts to a big hit gaming state where the hit ball is easy to win. And in each open period, if there is a prize for a predetermined number (for example, 10) of the big prize opening, the big prize opening is closed. And the number of times the special winning opening is opened is fixed to a predetermined number (for example, 15 rounds). An opening time (for example, 29 seconds) is determined for each opening, and even if the number of winnings does not reach a predetermined number, the big winning opening is closed when the opening time elapses. Hereinafter, the opening period of each special winning opening may be referred to as a round.

  Some of such gaming machines are configured to include a plurality of large winning openings (variable winning means). For example, the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1 includes a first grand prize opening (first variable prize winning means) and a second big prize winning opening (second variable prize winning means), and a long win (first specific gaming state). ), It is described that the first big prize opening and the second big prize opening are alternately controlled to be opened. In addition, when it is determined to be short hit (second specific gaming state) and when it is determined to be small hit (special gaming state), only the first big winning opening is controlled to the open state. In addition, it is described that the first big prize opening is controlled to be in an open state in a common open mode.

Japanese Patent Laying-Open No. 2011-234981 (paragraphs 0093, 0094, 0114, 0115, FIG. 8)

Accordingly, an object of the present invention in the gaming machine having a plurality of variable winning device, to make it possible to improve the interest in the Yu technique.

(Means 1) The gaming machine according to the present invention is disadvantageous to the first state (for example, open state) advantageous to the player and the player based on the fact that the predetermined condition is satisfied (for example, occurrence of big hit or small hit). The variable winning means (for example, the first special variable winning ball device 20a and the second special variable winning ball device 20b) that can be changed to any of the second state (for example, the closed state) is changed to the first state. The variable winning means includes a first variable winning means (for example, a first special variable winning ball apparatus 20a) and a second variable winning means (for example, a second special variable winning rapid dispatch value 20b). The first variable winning means is provided at an upstream position where the game medium flows down, and the second variable winning means is provided at a downstream position where the game medium flows down, and the variable winning means is provided for the first period (for example, 29 seconds). Change to the first state 1 advantageous state (for example, a big hit gaming state based on a normal big hit or a promising big hit) and a second advantageous state for changing the variable winning means to the first state for a second period (for example, 1 second) shorter than the first period (for example, A state control means (for example, a portion for executing steps S305 to S310 in the game control microcomputer 560) and an abnormal winning of the game medium to the variable winning means. An abnormal prize notifying means for notifying, and when the state control means controls to the second advantageous state, one of the first variable winning means and the second variable winning means is the first variable winning means. (For example, the game control microcomputer 560 uses the opening pattern data for sudden probability change big hit shown in FIG. By executing steps S305 to S307, the first big winning opening is opened according to the opening pattern shown in FIG. 9B, and steps S308 to S310 are performed using the opening pattern data for small hits shown in FIG. 22B. In the case of controlling to the first advantageous state, among the first variable winning means and the second variable winning means. After changing one of the variable winning means to the first state, the first variable winning means and the second variable winning means are changed to the first state according to a predetermined order (for example, the game control microcomputer 560 By executing steps S305 to S307 using the release pattern data for the normal big hit / probability big hit shown in FIG. 21, the open pattern shown in FIG. And the first variable winning means and the second variable winning means are changed to the first state when the first variable winning means and the second variable winning means are changed to the first state. The period from the time when the second variable winning means is changed to the first state to the time when the first variable winning means is changed to the first state rather than the period from when the second variable winning means is changed to the first state. So that the first variable winning means and the second variable winning means are controlled so that the abnormal winning notification means detects the abnormal winning of the game medium to the first variable winning means, and the second variable winning means. An abnormal winning is notified by a different notification mode depending on when an abnormal winning of a game medium is detected. With such a configuration, it is possible to improve the interest of the game in the gaming machine provided with a plurality of variable winning means. It is also possible to recognize to which variable winning means an abnormal winning has occurred. Moreover, since it is possible to make it easy for the variable winning means to win the game medium, it is possible to improve the interest in the game.

(Means 2) In the means 1, the first variable winning means and the second variable winning means are different in the ease of winning the game medium (for example, the second special variable winning ball device 20b has the first special variable winning prize). sphere apparatus 20a largely easily winning compared), the state control unit, in the case of controlling the second advantageous conditions, a variable winning device towards the game medium is less likely to win in the first state the second period (For example, the game control microcomputer 560 executes steps S305 to S307 by using the release pattern data for sudden probability variation big hit shown in FIG. 22 (A), thereby opening the release pattern shown in FIG. 9 (B). 9B is executed by opening the first big winning opening that is difficult to win according to the steps S308 to S310 using the small hit opening pattern data shown in FIG. 22B. The first big winning opening that is difficult to win according to the opening pattern shown in FIG. According to such a configuration, in the second preferred status because the game medium is less likely to win to the variable winning device, can be given a sharp to the game, it is possible to improve the interest in the game.

It is the front view which looked at the pachinko game machine from the front. It is a block diagram which shows the circuit structural example of a game control board (main board). It is a block diagram showing an example of circuit configuration of an effect control board, a lamp driver board and an audio output board. It is a flowchart which shows the main process which the microcomputer for game control performs. It is a flowchart which shows a 4 ms timer interruption process. It is explanatory drawing which shows each random number. It is explanatory drawing which shows a big hit determination table and a small hit determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the big hit classification determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the opening pattern of a big prize opening. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of an effect control command. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of an effect control command. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the program of a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows a starting port switch passage process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a pending | holding storage buffer. It is a flowchart which shows a special symbol normal process. It is a flowchart which shows a special symbol normal process. It is a flowchart which shows a fluctuation pattern setting process. It is a flowchart which shows a display result designation | designated command transmission process. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol change process. It is a flowchart which shows a special symbol stop process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of open pattern data. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of open pattern data. It is a flowchart which shows the big winning opening opening pre-processing. It is a flowchart which shows a big winning opening open process. It is a flowchart which shows a big winning opening open process. It is a flowchart which shows a big hit end process. It is a flowchart which shows a small hit release pre-processing. It is a flowchart which shows a process during small hit release. It is a flowchart which shows a small hit end process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the program of a special symbol display control process. It is a flowchart which shows the process example of the prize alerting | reporting process in a modification. It is a flowchart which shows the process during the big prize opening opening in a modification.

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

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

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

  The member that forms the extra ball tray (lower tray) 4 is configured in a stick shape (bar shape), for example, at a predetermined position on the front side of the upper surface of the lower tray main body (for example, the central portion of the lower tray). Is attached to the stick controller 122 that can be tilted in a plurality of directions (front and rear, left and right). It should be noted that the stick controller 122 has a predetermined operation, for example, by performing a push-pull operation with a predetermined operation finger (for example, an index finger) while the player holds the operation rod of the stick controller 122 with an operation hand (for example, the left hand) A trigger button 121 (see FIG. 3) capable of performing an instruction operation is provided, and a trigger sensor 125 (see FIG. 3) for detecting a predetermined instruction operation by a push-pull operation or the like on the trigger button 121 is provided inside the operation rod of the stick controller 122. 3) is built-in. In addition, a tilt direction sensor unit 123 (see FIG. 3) that detects a tilting operation with respect to the operating rod is provided in the lower plate main body and the like below the stick controller 122. The stick controller 122 includes a vibrator motor 126 (see FIG. 3) for causing the stick controller 122 to vibrate.

  The member that forms the hitting ball supply tray (upper plate) 3 is subjected to a predetermined instruction operation, for example, by a player pressing a predetermined position on the upper surface of the upper plate body (for example, above the stick controller 122). A possible push button 120 is provided. The push button 120 only needs to be configured to be able to detect a predetermined instruction operation such as a pressing operation from a player mechanically, electrically, or electromagnetically. A push sensor 124 (see FIG. 3) for detecting an operation action of the player performed on the push button 120 may be provided inside the main body of the upper plate at the position where the push button 120 is installed. In the configuration example shown in FIG. 1, the mounting positions of the push button 120 and the stick controller 122 are in a vertical positional relationship in the central portion of the upper plate and the lower plate. On the other hand, it is good also considering the attachment position of the push button 120 and the stick controller 122 as the position approached to either right or left in the upper plate and the lower plate, maintaining the vertical relationship. Alternatively, the mounting position of the push button 120 and the stick controller 122 is not in the vertical relationship, but may be in the horizontal relationship, for example.

  Further, the ball supply tray (upper plate) 3 is provided with abnormality notification LEDs 24a and 24b for performing various abnormality notifications.

  An effect display device 9 composed of a liquid crystal display device (LCD) is provided near the center of the game area 7. The display screen of the effect display device 9 includes an effect symbol display area for performing variable display of the effect symbol in synchronization with the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol. Therefore, the effect display device 9 corresponds to a variable display device that performs variable display of effect symbols. The effect symbol display area includes a symbol display area for variably displaying, for example, three decorative (effect) effect symbols of “left”, “middle”, and “right”. The symbol display area includes “left”, “middle”, and “right” symbol display areas, but the position of the symbol display area does not have to be fixed on the display screen of the effect display device 9. Three areas of the display area may be separated. The effect display device 9 is controlled by an effect control microcomputer mounted on the effect control board. When the first special symbol display 8a is executing variable display of the first special symbol, the effect control microcomputer causes the effect display device 9 to execute the effect display along with the variable display, and the second special symbol display 8a executes the second special display. When the variable display of the second special symbol is executed on the symbol display 8b, the effect display is executed by the effect display device 9 along with the variable display, so that the progress of the game can be easily grasped. .

  Further, in the effect display device 9, symbols other than the symbol that will be the final stop symbol (for example, the middle symbol of the left and right middle symbols) have continued for a predetermined time, and the jackpot symbol (for example, the left middle right symbol is aligned with the same symbol) Stops, swings, scales, or deforms in a state that matches the symbol combination), or multiple symbols fluctuate synchronously in the same symbol, or the position of the display symbol is switched Thus, an effect performed in a state where the possibility of occurrence of a big hit (hereinafter, these states are referred to as reach states) before the final result is displayed is referred to as reach effect. Further, the reach state and its state are referred to as a reach mode. Furthermore, variable display including reach production is called reach variable display. And when the display result of the symbol variably displayed on the effect display device 9 is not a big hit symbol, it becomes “out” and the variation display state ends. A player plays a game while enjoying how to generate a big hit.

  In the upper right part of the display screen of the effect display device 9, there are provided fourth symbol display areas 9c and 9d for displaying a fourth symbol after the effect symbol, a special symbol described later, and a normal symbol. In this embodiment, a fourth symbol display area 9c for the first special symbol in which the variation display of the fourth symbol for the first special symbol is performed in synchronization with the variation display of the first special symbol described later, There is provided a fourth symbol display area 9d for the second special symbol in which the variation display of the fourth symbol for the second special symbol is performed in synchronization with the variation display of the special symbol.

  In this embodiment, the variation display of the effect symbol is executed in synchronization with the variation display of the special symbol (however, to be precise, the variation display of the effect symbol is varied on the effect control microcomputer 100 side). This is done by measuring the variation time recognized based on the pattern command.) When performing an effect using the effect display device 9, for example, the effect content including the change display of the effect symbol disappears from the screen for a moment. There are a variety of effects such as effects being performed and effects in which movable objects shield all or part of the screen. For this reason, even if the display screen on the effect display device 9 is viewed, it may be difficult to recognize whether or not the current variation display is in progress. Therefore, in this embodiment, whether or not the state of the present variation is being displayed by confirming the state of the fourth symbol by further displaying the variation of the fourth symbol on a part of the display screen of the effect display device 9. It is possible to reliably recognize whether or not. Note that the 4th symbol is always variably displayed with a constant operation and does not disappear from the screen or is not shielded by a shielding object, so that it can always be visually recognized.

  The 4th symbol for the first special symbol and the 4th symbol for the 2nd special symbol may be collectively referred to as the 4th symbol, and the 4th symbol display area 9c for the 1st special symbol and the 2nd special symbol The 4th symbol display area 9d for symbols may be collectively referred to as a 4th symbol display area.

  The variation (variable display) of the fourth symbol is realized by continuing the state where the fourth symbol display areas 9c and 9d are repeatedly turned on and off at a predetermined time interval in a predetermined display color (for example, blue). . The variable display of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display unit 8a is synchronized with the variable display of the fourth symbol for the first special symbol in the fourth symbol display area 9c for the first special symbol. The variable display of the second special symbol on the second special symbol display 8b is synchronized with the variable display of the fourth symbol for the second special symbol in the fourth symbol display area 9d for the second special symbol. Synchronous means that the variable display start time and end time are the same, and the variable display period is the same.

  When the big hit symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a, the display color reminiscent of the big hit in the fourth symbol display area 9c for the first special symbol (a display color different from the loss. Sometimes it is displayed in blue, but it is displayed in red when it is a big hit, and the display color may be different depending on the type of big hit (whether it is a probable big hit or a normal big hit). The display color may be different depending on whether or not it is a big hit that can be expected to win a game ball to the big winning opening (for example, a big hit other than a sudden probability change big hit). If it is controllable, the display color may be varied according to the number of rounds that are continued in the big hit game. Short (for example, two short releases for one second), a big hit that cannot be expected to win a game ball to the big prize opening, and a long opening period for the big prize opening (for example, 15 long opening for 29 seconds) Times), if there is a big hit that can be expected to win a game ball to the big winning opening, the display color is changed depending on whether or not the game ball can be expected to actually win the big winning opening. Also, for example, when there is a big hit that can be expected to win a game ball to the big winning opening and a big hit that can not be expected due to different number of opening of the big winning opening per round The display color may be made different depending on whether or not the game ball can be expected to substantially win the big winning opening.

  Further, when the big hit symbol is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display 8b, the display color reminiscent of the big hit in the fourth symbol display area 9d for the second special symbol (display color different from the loss. Sometimes it is displayed in blue, but it is displayed in red when it is a big hit, and the display color may be different depending on the type of big hit (whether it is a probable big hit or a normal big hit). The display color may be different depending on whether or not it is a big hit that can be expected to win a game ball to the big winning opening (for example, a big hit other than a sudden probability change big hit). If it is controllable, the display color may be varied according to the number of rounds that are continued in the big hit game. Short (for example, two short releases for one second), a big hit that cannot be expected to win a game ball to the big prize opening, and a long opening period for the big prize opening (for example, 15 long opening for 29 seconds) Times), if there is a big hit that can be expected to win a game ball to the big winning opening, the display color is changed depending on whether or not the game ball can be expected to actually win the big winning opening. Also, for example, when there is a big hit that can be expected to win a game ball to the big winning opening and a big hit that can not be expected due to different number of opening of the big winning opening per round The display color may be made different depending on whether or not the game ball can be expected to substantially win the big winning opening.

  The display colors when the fourth symbol display areas 9c and 9d are turned off are different from the background image (for example, black) in order to prevent the display colors from being assimilated with the background image when the lights are turned off. It is desirable to be.

  In this embodiment, the case where the 4th symbol display area is provided on a part of the display screen of the effect display device 9 is shown, but a light emitter such as a lamp or LED is used separately from the effect display device 9. Thus, the fourth symbol display area may be realized. In this case, for example, the variation (variable display) of the fourth symbol may be realized by continuing the state in which the two LEDs are alternately lit, and any of the two LEDs is stopped. Whether or not the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed may be indicated depending on whether or not it is displayed.

  Further, in this embodiment, a case is shown in which separate fourth symbol display areas 9c and 9d are provided corresponding to the first special symbol and the second special symbol, respectively, but the first special symbol and the second special symbol are provided. A fourth symbol display area common to the symbols may be provided in a part of the display screen of the effect display device 9. Moreover, you may make it implement | achieve the 4th symbol display area common with respect to a 1st special symbol and a 2nd special symbol using light-emitting bodies, such as a lamp | ramp and LED. In this case, when executing the variation display of the fourth symbol in synchronization with the variation display of the first special symbol, and when executing the variation display of the fourth symbol in synchronization with the variation display of the second special symbol, For example, the display of different display colors at certain time intervals may be performed by distinguishing and executing the variation display of the fourth symbol by performing display that repeatedly turns on and off. In addition, when the variation display of the fourth symbol is executed in synchronization with the variation display of the first special symbol, and when the variation display of the fourth symbol is performed in synchronization with the variation display of the second special symbol, for example, The display of the fourth symbol may be distinguished and executed by performing a display that repeatedly turns on and off at different time intervals. In addition, for example, when the stop symbol is derived and displayed corresponding to the variation display of the first special symbol, and when the stop symbol is derived and displayed corresponding to the variation display of the second special symbol, the same big hit symbol is obtained. However, you may make it stop-display the stop symbol of a different aspect.

  On the right side of the effect display device 9, a first special symbol display (first variable display unit) 8a for variably displaying the first special symbol as identification information is provided. In this embodiment, the first special symbol display 8a is realized by a simple and small display (for example, 7 segment LED) capable of variably displaying numbers 0 to 9. In other words, the first special symbol display 8a is configured to variably display numbers (or symbols) from 0 to 9. Further, on the right side of the effect display device 9 (next to the right of the first special symbol display 8a), a second special symbol display (second variable display unit) 8b for variably displaying the second special symbol as identification information. Is also provided. The second special symbol display 8b is realized by a simple and small display (for example, 7 segment LED) capable of variably displaying numbers 0 to 9. That is, the second special symbol display 8b is configured to variably display numbers (or symbols) from 0 to 9.

  The small display is formed in a square shape, for example. In this embodiment, the type of the first special symbol and the type of the second special symbol are the same (for example, both 0 to 9), but the types may be different. Further, the first special symbol display 8a and the second special symbol display 8b may be configured to variably display numbers (or two-digit symbols) of, for example, 00 to 99, for example.

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

  Although this embodiment shows a case where two special symbol indicators 8a and 8b are provided, the gaming machine may be provided with only one special symbol indicator.

  For the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol, the first start condition or the second start condition, which is the variable display execution condition, is satisfied (for example, the game ball has the first start winning opening 13 or the second start winning opening) 14 after passing (including winning)), the variable display start condition (for example, when the number of reserved memories is not 0 and the variable display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol is not executed) The state is started and the big hit game is not executed), and when the variable display time (fluctuation time) elapses, the display result (stop symbol) is derived and displayed. Note that the passing of a game ball means that the game ball has passed through a predetermined area such as a prize opening or a gate, and that includes a game ball entering (winning) a prize opening. It is. Deriving and displaying the display result is to finally stop and display a symbol (an example of identification information).

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

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

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

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

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

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

  Further, above the second special symbol hold memory display 18b, the number of effective winning balls that have entered the first start winning opening 13, that is, the first hold memory number (the hold memory is also referred to as start memory or start prize memory). ) Is displayed, a first special symbol reservation storage display 18a is provided. The first special symbol storage memory indicator 18a increases the number of indicators to be lit by 1 each time there is an effective start winning. Then, each time the variable display on the first special symbol display 8a is started, the number of indicators to be turned on is reduced by one.

  Also, at the lower part of the display screen of the effect display device 9, there are provided a first reserved memory display unit 18c for displaying the first reserved memory number and a second reserved memory display unit 18d for displaying the second reserved memory number. ing. In addition, you may make it provide the area | region (sum total pending | holding memory display part) which displays the total number (sum total pending memory count) which is the sum total of the 1st pending memory count and the 2nd pending memory count. As described above, if the summation pending storage display section for displaying the total number is provided, it is possible to easily grasp the total number of execution conditions that are not satisfied with the variable display start condition.

  The effect display device 9 is for decoration (for effects) during the variable display time of the first special symbol by the first special symbol display 8a and during the variable display time of the second special symbol by the second special symbol display 8b. A variable display of the effect symbol as the symbol is performed. The variable display of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display 8a and the variable display of the effect symbol on the effect display device 9 are synchronized. Further, the variable display of the second special symbol on the second special symbol display 8b and the variable display of the effect symbol on the effect display device 9 are synchronized. In addition, when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a and when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display 8b, the effect display device 9 causes the jackpot to be recalled. The combination of is stopped.

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

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

  In this embodiment, when the specific display result (big hit symbol) is derived and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b and controlled to the big hit gaming state, the big hit game During the state, the first special variable winning ball device 20a and the second special variable winning ball device 20b are controlled to be opened according to a predetermined order. Further, in this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 1, the second special variable winning ball apparatus 20b is larger than the first special variable winning ball apparatus 20a. Therefore, in this embodiment, when the second special variable winning ball device 20b is controlled to the open state during the big hit game, the first special variable winning ball device 20a is controlled to the open state. Compared to, game balls are easier to win in the big prize opening. In this embodiment, when the first grand prize opening and the second big prize opening are comprehensively expressed, they may be simply expressed as “large prize opening”.

  Further, in this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 1, both the first special variable winning ball device 20a and the second special variable winning ball device 20b are provided on the right side of the game area 7, and during the big hit game Then, the player can aim to win both the first grand prize winning opening and the second big winning prize opening by performing the launch operation aiming at the right side of the game area 7. That is, in this embodiment, for example, whether the launch operation is aimed at the left side of the game area 7 in the case of aiming to win the first grand prize opening and the case of aiming to win the second big prize opening. Even if the launch operation method is not changed, such as whether the launch operation is aimed at the right side, by performing the same launch operation (the launch operation aiming at the right side in this example), the first prize winning opening and the second You can aim to win both of the big winning entries.

  On the left side of the effect display device 9, a normal symbol display 10 for variably displaying normal symbols is provided. In this embodiment, the normal symbol display 10 is realized by a simple and small display (for example, 7 segment LED) capable of variably displaying numbers 0 to 9. That is, the normal symbol display 10 is configured to variably display numbers (or symbols) from 0 to 9. Moreover, the small display is formed in, for example, a square shape. Note that the normal symbol display 10 may be configured to variably display a number (or a two-digit symbol) of, for example, 00 to 99. In addition, the normal symbol display 10 is not limited to a 7-segment LED or the like, for example, a display capable of lighting a predetermined symbol display (for example, a decoration lamp capable of alternately lighting and displaying “O” and “X”). It may be comprised.

  When the game ball passes through the gate 32 and is detected by the gate switch 32a, variable display of the normal symbol display 10 is started. When the stop symbol in the normal symbol display 10 is a predetermined symbol (a winning symbol, for example, a symbol “7”), the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is opened for a predetermined number of times. In other words, the state of the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is a state that is advantageous from a disadvantageous state for the player when the normal symbol is a stop symbol (a state in which a game ball can be awarded at the second start winning port 14). To change. In the vicinity of the normal symbol display 10, a normal symbol holding storage display 41 having a display unit with four LEDs for displaying the number of winning balls that have passed through the gate 32 is provided. Each time there is a game ball passing through the gate 32, that is, every time a game ball is detected by the gate switch 32a, the normal symbol storage memory display 41 increases the number of LEDs to be turned on by one. Each time variable display on the normal symbol display 10 is started, the number of LEDs to be lit is reduced by one. In addition, a probability variation state in which the probability of being determined to be a big hit compared to the normal state is high (a state in which the probability of being determined to be a big hit as a result of fluctuation display of special symbols is increased compared to the normal state). Then, the probability that the stop symbol in the normal symbol display 10 becomes a winning symbol is increased, and the opening time and the number of times of opening of the variable winning ball device 15 are increased. Even in the short state (the game state in which the variable display time of the special symbol is shortened) when the symbol variation time is shortened although it is not the probability variation state, the opening time and the number of times of opening of the variable winning ball device 15 are increased.

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

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

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

  In this embodiment, when the probability variation is a big hit, the game state is shifted to a high probability state, and the game ball is easily started and won (that is, in the special symbol indicators 8a and 8b and the effect display device 9). It shifts to a high base state, which is a gaming state controlled so that a variable display execution condition is easily established. In addition, when the gaming state is shifted to the short time state, the state is shifted to the high base state. In the high base state, for example, the frequency at which the variable winning ball device 15 is in the open state is increased or the time in which the variable winning ball device 15 is in the open state is extended compared to the case in which the high base state is not in the high base state. It becomes easier to win a start.

  Instead of extending the time during which the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is in the open state (also referred to as the open extended state), the normal symbol display unit 10 shifts to a normal symbol probability changing state in which the probability that the stop symbol in the normal symbol display unit 10 will be a hit symbol is increased. Depending on the situation, the high base state may be entered. When the stop symbol in the normal symbol display 10 becomes a predetermined symbol (winning symbol), the variable winning ball device 15 is opened for a predetermined number of times. In this case, by performing the transition control to the normal symbol probability changing state, the probability that the stop symbol in the normal symbol display 10 becomes a winning symbol is increased, and the frequency at which the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is opened is increased. Therefore, if the normal symbol probability changing state is entered, the opening time and the number of opening times of the variable winning ball device 15 are increased, and a state where it is easy to start a winning (high base state) is achieved. That is, the opening time and the number of times of opening of the variable winning ball device 15 can be increased when the stop symbol of the normal symbol is a winning symbol or the stop symbol of the special symbol is a probabilistic symbol. It changes to an advantageous state (a state where it is easy to win a start). It should be noted that increasing the number of times of opening is a concept including changing from a closed state to an open state.

  Moreover, you may transfer to a high base state by shifting to the normal symbol time short state where the fluctuation time (variable display period) of the normal symbol in the normal symbol display 10 is shortened. In the normal symbol short-time state, the variation time of the normal symbol is shortened, so that the frequency of starting the variation of the normal symbol increases, and as a result, the frequency of hitting the normal symbol increases. Therefore, when the frequency that the normal symbol is hit increases, the frequency that the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is opened is increased, and the start winning state is easily set (high base state).

  In addition, the change time of special symbols and production symbols will be shortened by shifting to the short time state when the variation time (variable display period) of special symbols and production symbols is shortened. The frequency of being played (in other words, the digestion of the reserved memory becomes faster), and the situation where an invalid start prize is generated can be reduced. Therefore, an effective start winning is likely to occur, and as a result, the possibility of a big hit game being increased.

  Furthermore, by making transitions to all the states shown above (open extended state, normal symbol probability change state, normal symbol short time state, and special symbol short time state), it will be easier to win a start (shift to a high base state). May be. In addition, it is easier to win a start (high base) by shifting to any one of the above states (open extended state, normal symbol probability changing state, normal symbol short time state, and special symbol short time state). Transition to a state). In addition, it is easier to win a start by shifting to any one of the above states (open extended state, normal symbol probability changing state, normal symbol short time state, and special symbol short time state). You may make it move to a base state.

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

  The RAM 55 is a backup RAM as a non-volatile storage means, part or all of which is backed up by a backup power source created on the power supply substrate 910. That is, even if the power supply to the gaming machine is stopped, a part or all of the contents of the RAM 55 is stored for a predetermined period (until the capacitor as the backup power supply is discharged and the backup power supply cannot be supplied). In particular, at least data (special symbol process flag, probability variation flag, etc.) corresponding to the game state, that is, the control state of the game control means, and data indicating the number of unpaid prize balls are stored in the backup RAM. The data corresponding to the control state of the game control means is data necessary for restoring the control state before the occurrence of a power failure or the like based on the data when the power is restored after a power failure or the like occurs. Further, data corresponding to the control state and data indicating the number of unpaid prize balls are defined as data indicating the progress state of the game. In this embodiment, it is assumed that the entire RAM 55 is backed up.

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

  The random number circuit 503 is a hardware circuit that is used to generate a random number for determination to determine whether or not to win a jackpot based on a display result of variable symbol special display. The random number circuit 503 updates numerical data in accordance with a set update rule within a numerical range in which an initial value (for example, 0) and an upper limit value (for example, 65535) are set, and starts at a random timing Based on the fact that the winning time is the reading (extraction) of the numerical data, it has a random number generation function in which the numerical data to be read becomes a random value.

  The random number circuit 503 includes a numeric data update range selection setting function (initial value selection setting function and upper limit value selection setting function), numeric data update rule selection setting function, and numeric data update rule selection. It has various functions such as a switching function. With such a function, the randomness of the generated random numbers can be improved.

  Further, the game control microcomputer 560 has a function of setting an initial value of numerical data updated by the random number circuit 503. For example, a predetermined calculation is performed using the ID number of the game control microcomputer 560 stored in a predetermined storage area such as the ROM 54 (an ID number assigned with a different value for each product of the game control microcomputer 560). The numerical data obtained by the execution is set as the initial value of the numerical data updated by the random number circuit 503. By performing such processing, the randomness of the random number generated by the random number circuit 503 can be further improved.

  Also, an input driver circuit 58 that supplies detection signals from the gate switch 32a, the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a, the first count switch 23a, and the second count switch 23b to the game control microcomputer 560. It is mounted on the main board 31. In addition, a solenoid 16 that opens and closes the variable winning ball apparatus 15, a solenoid 21a that opens and closes the first special variable winning ball apparatus 20a that forms the first large winning opening, and a second special variable winning ball that forms the second large winning opening. An output circuit 59 for driving the solenoid 21b for opening and closing the device 20b in accordance with a command from the game control microcomputer 560 is also mounted on the main board 31.

  In addition, the game control microcomputer 560 includes a first special symbol display 8a, a second special symbol display 8b that variably displays special symbols, a normal symbol display 10 that variably displays normal symbols, and a first special symbol hold memory. Display control of the display 18a, the second special symbol storage memory display 18b, the normal symbol storage memory display 41, and the abnormality notification LEDs 24a and 24b is performed.

  An information output circuit 64 that outputs information output signals such as jackpot information indicating the occurrence of a jackpot gaming state to an external device such as a hall computer via the terminal board 160 is also mounted on the main board 31.

  In this embodiment, the effect control means (configured by the effect control microcomputer) mounted on the effect control board 80 instructs the effect contents from the game control microcomputer 560 via the relay board 77. An effect control command is received, and display control of the effect display device 9 for variably displaying effect symbols is performed.

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

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

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

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

  The effect control CPU 101 outputs to the VDP 109 a command for reading out necessary data from a CGROM (not shown) in accordance with the received effect control command. The CGROM stores character image data and moving image data displayed on the effect display device 9, specifically, a person, characters, figures, symbols (including effect symbols), and background image data in advance. ROM. The VDP 109 reads image data from the CGROM in response to the instruction from the effect control CPU 101. The VDP 109 executes display control based on the read image data.

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

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

  In addition, the effect control CPU 101 inputs an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that the player's operation action on the trigger button 121 of the stick controller 122 has been detected from the trigger sensor 125 via the input port 106. Further, the effect control CPU 101 inputs an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that a player's operation action on the push button 120 has been detected from the push sensor 124 via the input port 106. In addition, the production control CPU 101 inputs an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that the player's operation action with respect to the operation rod of the stick controller 122 has been detected from the tilt direction sensor unit 123 via the input port 106. . Further, the effect control CPU 101 outputs a drive signal to the vibrator motor 126 via the output port 105 to cause the stick controller 122 to vibrate.

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

  In the lamp driver board 35, a signal for driving the LED is input to the LED driver 352 via the input driver 351. The LED driver 352 supplies a current to a light emitter such as the frame LED 28 based on a signal for driving the LED.

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

  Next, the operation of the gaming machine will be described. FIG. 4 is a flowchart showing main processing executed by the CPU 56 of the game control microcomputer 560 in response to the start of power supply to the game machine and the reset signal to the game control microcomputer 560 becoming high level. It is. When the input level of the reset terminal to which the reset signal is input becomes a high level, the CPU 56 of the game control microcomputer 560 executes a security check process that is a process for confirming whether the contents of the program are valid. The main processing after step S1 is started. In the main process, the CPU 56 first performs necessary initial settings.

  In the initial setting process, the CPU 56 first sets the interrupt prohibition (step S1). Next, an interrupt mode for maskable interrupts is set (step S2), and a stack pointer designation address is set for the stack pointer (step S3). In step S2, the address synthesized from the value (1 byte) of the specific register (I register) of the game control microcomputer 560 and the interrupt vector (1 byte: least significant bit 0) output from the built-in device is Set to the mode indicating the interrupt address. When a maskable interrupt occurs, the CPU 56 automatically sets the interrupt disabled state and saves the contents of the program counter in the stack.

  Next, the built-in device register is set (initialized) (step S5). By the processing in step S5, the CTC (counter / timer) and PIO (parallel input / output port) which are built-in devices (built-in peripheral circuits) are set (initialized).

  The game control microcomputer 560 used in this embodiment also incorporates an I / O port (PIO) and a timer / counter circuit (CTC) 504.

  Next, the CPU 56 sets the RAM 55 in an accessible state (step S6), and proceeds to a clear signal check process.

  Note that a software delay process for delaying the start timing of the game device control process (game control process) for controlling the progress of the game by software may be executed. By such software delay processing, the start timing of the game control processing can be delayed as compared with the case where the software delay processing is not executed. When the delay process is executed, a situation occurs in which the microcomputer of the other control board cannot receive the command transmitted from the game control board (main board 31) to the other control board (for example, the payout control board 37). Can be prevented.

  Next, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the clear switch is turned on (step S7). Note that the CPU 56 may confirm the state of the clear signal only once via the input port 0, but may confirm the state of the clear signal a plurality of times. For example, if it is confirmed that the state of the clear signal is an off state, after a delay time of a predetermined time (for example, 0.1 seconds), the state of the clear signal is reconfirmed. If it is confirmed that the clear signal is in the on state at that time, it is determined that the clear signal is in the on state. Further, at this time, if it is confirmed that the state of the clear signal is the off state, after a delay time of a predetermined time, the state of the clear signal may be confirmed again. Here, the number of reconfirmations is not limited to once or twice, but may be three or more times. It is also possible to check twice and check again when the check results do not match.

  If the clear switch is not turned on in step S7, whether or not data protection processing of the backup RAM area (for example, power supply stop processing such as addition of parity data) has been performed when power supply to the gaming machine is stopped Confirm (step S8). In this embodiment, when power supply is stopped, a process for protecting data in the backup RAM area is performed. When it is confirmed that such power supply stop processing has been performed, the CPU 56 determines that the power supply stop processing has been performed, that is, the control state at the time of power supply stop is stored. . When it is confirmed that the power supply stop process is not performed, the CPU 56 executes an initialization process.

  Whether or not the power supply stop process has been performed is determined by the value of the backup monitoring timer stored in the backup RAM area in the power supply stop process corresponding to the execution of the power supply stop process (for example, 2). ) Is confirmed by whether or not. Note that such a confirmation method is an example. For example, a flag indicating that the power supply stop process has been executed is set in the backup flag area in the power supply stop process, and the flag is set in step S8. If it is confirmed that the power supply is stopped, it may be determined that the power supply stop process has been performed.

  If it is determined that the control state at the time of stopping power supply is stored, the CPU 56 performs data check (parity check in this example) in the backup RAM area (step S9). In this embodiment, clear data (00) is set in the checksum data area, and the checksum calculation start address is set in the pointer. Also, the number of checksum calculations corresponding to the number of data to be checksum is set. Then, the exclusive OR of the contents of the checksum data area and the contents of the RAM area pointed to by the pointer is calculated. The calculation result is stored in the checksum data area, the pointer value is incremented by 1, and the checksum calculation count value is decremented by 1. The above processing is repeated until the value of the checksum calculation count becomes zero. When the value of the checksum calculation count becomes 0, the CPU 56 inverts the value of each bit of the contents of the checksum data area and uses the inverted data as the checksum.

  In the power supply stop process, a checksum is calculated by the same process as described above, and the checksum is stored in the backup RAM area. In step S9, the calculated checksum is compared with the stored checksum. When the power supply is stopped after an unexpected power failure or the like, the data in the backup RAM area should be saved, so the check result (comparison result) is normal (matched). That the check result is not normal means that the data in the backup RAM area may be different from the data when the power supply is stopped. In such a case, since the internal state cannot be returned to the state when the power supply is stopped, the initialization process (the process of steps S10 to S14) executed when the power is turned on, not when the power supply is stopped is stopped. Run.

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

  Further, the CPU 56 sets the head address of the backup command transmission table stored in the ROM 54 as a pointer (step S43). Further, the CPU 56 transmits a power failure recovery designation command as an initialization command at the time of power supply recovery (step S44). Then, the process proceeds to step S15.

  In the initialization process, the CPU 56 first performs a RAM clear process (step S10). Note that the predetermined data may be left as it is without initializing the entire area of the RAM 55. Also, the initial address of the initialization setting table stored in the ROM 54 is set as a pointer (step S11), and the contents of the initialization setting table are sequentially set in the work area (step S12).

  By the processing of steps S11 and S12, for example, a normal symbol determination random number counter, a normal symbol determination buffer, a special symbol buffer, a special symbol process flag, a winning ball flag, a ball-out flag, and the like are selectively processed according to the control state. An initial value is set in a flag for performing the above.

  Further, the CPU 56 sets the start address of the initialization command transmission table stored in the ROM 54 as a pointer (step S13), and transmits an initialization command for initializing the sub board according to the contents to the sub board. Processing is executed (step S14). As an initialization command, a command indicating an initial symbol displayed on the effect display device 9, an initialization command to the payout control board 37, or the like can be used.

  Further, the CPU 56 executes a random number circuit setting process for initially setting the random number circuit 503 (step S15).

  Then, the CPU 56 executes a timer interrupt setting process for setting a CTC register built in the game control microcomputer 560 so that a timer interrupt is periodically taken every predetermined time (for example, 4 ms) ( Step S16). That is, a value corresponding to, for example, 4 ms is set as an initial value in a predetermined register (time constant register). In this embodiment, it is assumed that a timer interrupt is periodically taken every 4 ms.

  When the timer interrupt setting is completed, the CPU 56 first disables the interrupt (step S17), executes the initial value random number update process (step S18a) and the display random number update process (step S18b), The interrupt is permitted again (step S19). That is, the CPU 56 sets the interrupt disabled state when the initial value random number update process and the display random number update process are executed, and interrupts enable state when the initial value random number update process and the display random number update process are finished. To.

  The initial value random number update process is a process for updating the count value of the counter for generating the initial value random number. The initial value random number is a random number for determining the type of jackpot (for example, a jackpot symbol determining random number for determining a special symbol for generating a jackpot or whether to shift the gaming state to a probable state) Initial value of the count value such as a counter (determination random number generation counter) for generating a probability variation determining random number for generating, a normal random number for determining whether or not to generate a hit based on a normal symbol It is a random number for determining the value. A game control process described later (a process in which a game control microcomputer controls itself a game device such as an effect display device 9, a variable winning ball device 15, a ball payout device 97 provided in the gaming machine, or When the count value of the determination random number generation counter makes one round in a process of transmitting a command signal to cause another microcomputer to control, or a gaming apparatus control process), an initial value is set in the counter.

  The display random number is a random number for determining the display of the special symbol display 8. In this embodiment, as a display random number, a random number for determining a variation pattern for determining a variation pattern of a special symbol, or a random number for determining a reach for determining whether or not to reach when a big hit is not generated, is used. Used. The display random number update process is a process for updating the count value of the counter for generating the display random number.

  In addition, when the display random number update process is executed, the interrupt disabled state is executed by the display random number update process and the initial value random number update process also in the timer interrupt process described later (that is, the timer This is because the same process is executed in steps S26 and S27 of the interrupt process), so as to avoid conflict with the process in the timer interrupt process. That is, if a timer interrupt is generated during the processing of steps S18a and S18b and the count value of the counter for generating the initial value random number and the display random number is updated during the timer interrupt processing, The continuity of values may be impaired. However, such an inconvenience does not occur if the interrupt is prohibited during the processing of steps S18a and S18b.

  Next, the timer interrupt process will be described. FIG. 5 is a flowchart showing the timer interrupt process. When a timer interrupt occurs during execution of the main process, specifically, in a period during which interruption is permitted during execution of the loop process of steps S17 to S19, the CPU 56 of the game control microcomputer 560 A timer interrupt process that is activated in response to the occurrence of a timer interrupt is executed. In the timer interrupt process, the CPU 56 first executes a power-off process (power-off detection process) for detecting whether or not a power-off signal is output (whether the power-on signal is turned on) (step S20). Then, the CPU 56 inputs detection signals of switches such as the gate switch 32a, the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a, the first count switch 23a, and the second count switch 23b via the switch circuit 58. Then, the input of each switch is detected (switch processing: step S21). Specifically, if the state of the input port for inputting the detection signal of each switch is ON, the value of the switch timer provided corresponding to each switch is incremented by one.

  Next, the CPU 56 executes display control processing for performing display control of the special symbol display 8, the normal symbol display 10, the special symbol hold storage display 18, and the normal symbol hold storage display 41 (step S22). For the special symbol display 8 and the normal symbol display 10, control for outputting a drive signal to each display is executed according to the contents of the output buffer set in steps S36 and S37.

  Next, the CPU 56 performs a winning notification process for detecting an abnormal winning at the winning a prize opening (first winning a prize opening, second winning award) and performing an abnormal winning notification (step S24).

  Next, the CPU 56 performs a process of updating the count value of each counter for generating a random number for determination such as a random number for determination per ordinary symbol used for game control (determination random number update process: step S25). Further, the CPU 56 performs a process of updating the count value of the counter for generating the initial value random number (initial value random number update process: step S26). Further, the CPU 56 performs a process of updating the count value of the counter for generating the display random number (display random number update process: step S27).

  Next, the CPU 56 performs special symbol process processing (step S28). In the special symbol process, the corresponding process is selected and executed according to a special symbol process flag for controlling the pachinko gaming machine 1 in a predetermined order according to the gaming state. The value of the special symbol process flag is updated during each process according to the gaming state. Further, normal symbol process processing is performed (step S29). In the normal symbol process, the corresponding process is selected and executed according to the normal symbol process flag for controlling the display state of the normal symbol display 10 in a predetermined order. The value of the normal symbol process flag is updated during each process according to the gaming state.

  Next, the CPU 56 performs a process of transmitting an effect control command related to the effect symbol synchronized with the variation of the special symbol to the effect control microcomputer 100 (effect symbol command control process: step S30). It should be noted that the fact that the variation of the effect symbol is synchronized with the variation of the special symbol means that the variation time (variable display period) is the same.

  Next, the CPU 56 performs an information output process for outputting data such as a start port signal supplied to the hall management computer, a symbol determination number 1 signal, a symbol determination number 2 signal, a jackpot 1 to 3 signal, a time reduction signal, and the like. (Step S31).

  Further, the CPU 56 executes a prize ball process for setting the number of prize balls based on detection signals of the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a, the first count switch 23a, and the second count switch 23b. (Step S32). Specifically, the payout control board 37 according to the winning detection based on one of the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a, the first count switch 23a, and the second count switch 23b being turned on. The payout control command (prize ball number signal) indicating the number of winning balls is output to the payout control microcomputer mounted on the. The payout control microcomputer drives the ball payout device 97 in accordance with a payout control command indicating the number of winning balls.

  In addition, a test terminal process, which is a process for outputting a test signal for enabling the control state of the gaming machine to be confirmed outside the gaming machine, is executed (step S33). In this embodiment, a RAM area (output port buffer) corresponding to the output state of the output port is provided, but the CPU 56 outputs the contents related to the solenoid in the RAM area of the output port 0 to the output port. (Step S34: Output processing). And CPU56 performs the memory | storage process which checks the increase / decrease in a pending | holding memory | storage number (step S35).

  Further, the CPU 56 performs special symbol display control processing for setting special symbol display control data for effect display of the special symbol in the output buffer for setting the special symbol display control data according to the value of the special symbol process flag ( Step S36). Further, the CPU 56 performs a normal symbol display control process for setting normal symbol display control data for effect display of the normal symbol in an output buffer for setting the normal symbol display control data according to the value of the normal symbol process flag ( Step S37).

  Next, the CPU 56 performs a status display lamp display process for setting status display control data for displaying each status display lamp in an output buffer for setting the status display control data (step S38). In this case, when the gaming state is the short time state, the state display control data for displaying the state indicator lamp indicating the short time state is set in the output buffer. When the gaming state is also controlled to a high probability state (for example, a probability variation state), state display control data for displaying a state indicator lamp indicating the high probability state is set in the output buffer. You may do it.

  Thereafter, the interrupt permission state is set (step S39), and the process is terminated.

  With the above control, in this embodiment, the game control process is started every 4 ms. The game control process corresponds to the processes in steps S21 to S39 (excluding steps S31 and 33) in the timer interrupt process. In this embodiment, the game control process is executed by the timer interrupt process. However, in the timer interrupt process, for example, only a flag indicating that an interrupt has occurred is set, and the game control process is performed by the main process. May be executed.

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

  When the shifted symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b and the effect display device 9, the variable display state of the effect symbol is started after the variable display of the effect symbol is started. After reaching the reach state, a reach effect is executed, and a combination of predetermined effect symbols that do not eventually become a jackpot symbol may be stopped and displayed. Such a variable display result of the effect design is referred to as a variable display mode of “reach” (also referred to as “reach out”) when the variable display result is “out of”.

  In this embodiment, when the big win symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b, the reach effect is executed after the variable display state of the effect symbol becomes the reach state. Finally, the effect symbols are stopped and displayed in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” symbol display areas 9L, 9C, and 9R in the effect display device 9 (provided that the probability sudden hit is sudden) (In some cases, the probability change big hit symbol (for example, “135”) is stopped and displayed suddenly without reaching reach.)

  When “5”, which is a small hit, is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b, the effect display variable display mode is “suddenly probable big hit” on the effect display device 9. In the same manner as in the case where the effect symbol is variably displayed, a predetermined small hit symbol (the same symbol as the sudden probability variation big hit symbol, for example, "135") may be stopped and displayed. The display effect in the effect display device 9 corresponding to the fact that “5”, which is the small hit symbol, is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol indicator 8b is referred to as a “small hit” variable display mode. .

  Here, the small win means that the number of times of opening of the big prize opening is the same as that of the big win, but the opening period per time is extremely short (in this embodiment, the number of times of opening of the big prize opening is two times. Less and the opening time per time is as short as 1 second). When the small hit game ends, the game state does not change. That is, there is no transition from the probability variation state to the normal state or from the normal state to the certain variation state. In addition, the sudden probability change jackpot means that the opening period of the big prize opening is extremely short in the big hit gaming state (in this embodiment, the number of times the big winning opening is opened while the other big hits open the big prize opening 15 times. Is less than twice, and the other big hits are one big hits for 29 seconds, while the other big wins are opened for 29 seconds), and the game state after the big hit game (I.e., it makes it appear to the player as if it has suddenly entered a certain probability change state). In other words, in this embodiment, the sudden winning odds and the small wins have the same opening pattern of the big prize opening. By controlling in such a way, when the 1-second opening of the big prize opening is performed twice, it is impossible to recognize whether it is suddenly a big hit or a small hit, so a high probability state (probable change) State) can be expected, and the interest of the game can be improved.

  This embodiment shows a case where the number of times of opening the winning prize opening 2 is reduced to 2 and the opening time per time is shortened to 1 second in the case of sudden probability big hit or small hit. However, the opening period of the big winning opening at the sudden probability big hit or the small hit is not limited to the one shown in this embodiment. For example, the number of times of opening of the big winning opening is 15 as in the case of other big hits, but only the opening time per time may be shortened (for example, 1 second). Further, for example, the opening time per time may be the same, and only the number of times of opening the grand prize opening may be reduced (for example, twice). In this way, when suddenly probable big hits or small wins, the number of times of opening of the big prize opening is reduced or the opening time of the big prize opening per time is shortened as compared with the normal big hit or the probable big hit. By doing so, it is sufficient that the number of winning game balls to the big winning opening is smaller than at least the normal big win or the probable big hit.

FIG. 6 is an explanatory diagram showing each random number. Each random number is used as follows.
(1) Random 1 (MR1): Determines the type of jackpot (normal jackpot, probability variation jackpot, sudden probability variation jackpot described later) (for jackpot type determination)
(2) Random 2 (MR2): The type (type) of the variation pattern is determined (for variation pattern type determination)
(3) Random 3 (MR3): A variation pattern (variation time) is determined (for variation pattern determination)
(4) Random 4 (MR4): Determines whether or not to generate a hit based on a normal symbol (for normal symbol hit determination)
(5) Random 5 (MR5): Determine the initial value of random 4 (for determining the initial value of random 4)

  In this embodiment, the variation pattern is first determined using the variation pattern type determination random number (random 2), and then the variation pattern determined using the variation pattern determination random number (random 3). One of the variation patterns included in the pattern type is determined. Thus, in this embodiment, the variation pattern is determined by a two-stage lottery process.

  The variation pattern type is a group of a plurality of variation patterns according to the characteristics of the variation mode. For example, a plurality of variation patterns may be grouped by reach type and divided into a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with normal reach and a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with super reach. Further, for example, a plurality of variation patterns are grouped by the number of re-variations of pseudo-continuations, a variation pattern type including a variation pattern without pseudo-ream, a variation pattern type including a variation pattern of one re-variation, It may be divided into a variation pattern type including a variation pattern of two variations and a variation pattern type including a variation pattern of three variations. Further, for example, a plurality of variation patterns may be grouped according to the presence or absence of a specific effect such as a pseudo-ream or a slip effect.

  In step S25 in the game control process shown in FIG. 5, the game control microcomputer 560 uses a counter for generating the jackpot type determination random number (1) and the random number for determination per ordinary symbol (4). Count up (add 1). That is, they are determination random numbers, and other random numbers are display random numbers (random 2, random 3) or initial value random numbers (random 5). In addition, in order to improve a game effect, you may use random numbers other than said random number. In this embodiment, a random number generated by hardware incorporated in the game control microcomputer 560 (or hardware external to the game control microcomputer 560) is used as the jackpot determination random number. Note that a software random number instead of a hardware random number may be used as the jackpot determination random number.

  FIG. 7A is an explanatory diagram showing a jackpot determination table. The jackpot determination table is a collection of data stored in the ROM 54 and is a table in which a jackpot determination value to be compared with the random R is set. The jackpot determination table includes a normal-time jackpot determination table used in a normal state (a gaming state that is not a probability change state) and a probability change jackpot determination table used in a probability change state. Each numerical value described in the left column of FIG. 7A is set in the normal jackpot determination table, and each numerical value described in the right column of FIG. Is set. The numerical value described in FIG. 7A is a jackpot determination value.

  7B and 7C are explanatory diagrams showing a small hit determination table. The small hit determination table is a collection of data stored in the ROM 54 and is a table in which a small hit determination value to be compared with the random R is set. The small hit determination table includes a small hit determination table (for the first special symbol) used when the variable display of the first special symbol is performed, and a small hit determination table used when the variable display of the second special symbol is performed. (For the second special symbol). Each value described in FIG. 7B is set in the small hit determination table (for the first special symbol), and in the small hit determination table (for the second special symbol), the values shown in FIG. Each numerical value listed is set. Moreover, the numerical values described in FIGS. 7B and 7C are small hit determination values.

  Note that it may be determined that a small hit is made only when the variable display of the first special symbol is performed, and the small hit may not be provided when the variable display of the second special symbol is performed. In this case, the small hit determination table for the second special symbol shown in FIG. In this embodiment, when the gaming state is shifted to the probability changing state, the variation display of the second special symbol is mainly executed. Even if the game state is shifted to the probability change state, a small hit will be generated, and if it is configured to produce an effect asking whether or not the probability change will occur, even though the current game state is the probability change state On the contrary, it makes the player feel annoying. Therefore, if it is configured so that the small hit does not occur during the variation display of the second special symbol, if the gaming state is the probability variation state, it is difficult for the small hit to occur and the excessive effect is not given to the probability variation. This can prevent the player from feeling annoyed.

  The CPU 56 extracts the count value of the random number circuit 503 at a predetermined time and sets the extracted value as the value of the big hit determination random number (random R). The big hit determination random number is shown in FIG. If it matches any of the big hit determination values, the special symbol is decided to be a big hit (a normal big hit, a probability variation big hit, and a sudden probability variation big hit described later). Further, when the big hit determination random number value matches one of the small hit determination values shown in FIGS. 7B and 7C, it is determined to make a small hit for the special symbol. Note that the “probability” shown in FIG. 7A indicates the probability (ratio) of a big hit. Further, “probabilities” shown in FIGS. 7B and 7C indicate the probability (ratio) of small hits. Further, deciding whether or not to win a jackpot means deciding whether or not to shift to the jackpot gaming state, but the stop symbol in the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b is determined. It also means deciding whether or not to make a jackpot symbol. Further, determining whether or not to make a small hit means determining whether or not to shift to the small hit gaming state, but stopping in the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b. It also means determining whether or not the symbol is to be a small hit symbol.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 7B and 7C, when the small hit determination table (for the first special symbol) is used, the small hit is determined at a ratio of 1/300. On the other hand, when using the small hit determination table (second special symbol), a case where the small hit is determined at a ratio of 1/3000 will be described. Therefore, in this embodiment, when the first special symbol variation display is executed by starting the first start winning port 13 and the second special symbol of the second special symbol is displayed. The ratio determined as “small hit” is higher than when the variable display is executed.

  FIGS. 8A and 8B are explanatory diagrams showing jackpot type determination tables 131a and 131b stored in the ROM 54. FIG. Of these, FIG. 8 (A) determines the jackpot type using the hold memory based on the game ball having won the first start winning opening 13 (that is, when the variable display of the first special symbol is performed). This is a jackpot type determination table (for the first special symbol) 131a. FIG. 8B shows a case where the jackpot type is determined by using the holding memory based on the fact that the game ball has won the second start winning opening 14 (that is, when the variation display of the second special symbol is performed). Is a jackpot type determination table (for the second special symbol) 131b.

  The jackpot type determination tables 131a and 131b determine that the jackpot type is “normal jackpot”, “ This table is referred to in order to determine either “probable big success” or “sudden probability big success”. In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 8A and 8B, a total of 10 determination values are assigned to “suddenly probable big hit” in the big hit type determination table 131a (100). On the other hand, in the jackpot type determination table 131b, five judgment values are assigned to “sudden probability change big hit” (5/100). Explain the case where the probability is suddenly determined to be a big hit. Therefore, in this embodiment, when the first special symbol variation display is executed by starting the first start winning port 13 and the second special symbol of the second special symbol is displayed. Compared with the case where the variable display is executed, the ratio determined as “suddenly probable big hit” is high. In other words, in this embodiment, when the start winning prize is given to the second starting prize opening 14 and the second special symbol variation display is executed, the first special symbol is given to the first starting prize opening 13 by starting. The game value is high compared to the case where the variable display is executed (in this example, the winning prize opening is opened 15 times and the opening time of the winning prize opening per time is 29 seconds and the gambling is long. High) The percentage determined as “probable big hit” or “normal big hit” is high. Note that “sudden probability variation big hit” is assigned only to the first special symbol jackpot type determination table 131a, and “sudden probability variation big hit” is not assigned to the second special symbol big hit type determination table 131b (ie, It may be determined that “suddenly probable big hit” may be determined only when the variable display of the first special symbol is performed.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 8 (A) and 8 (B), as the first specific gaming state that gives a predetermined amount of gaming value, the big prize opening is opened 15 times and per game The big winning opening is opened twice as a second specific gaming state that gives a big hit (probable big hit or normal big hit) including a round with a long time of 29 seconds and a game value smaller than the gaming value. In addition, a case will be described in which the winning time of each big winning opening is determined to be a one-second short sudden probability change big hit, but how to change the gaming value in a specific gaming state is shown in this embodiment. It can't be limited to things. For example, as compared with the first specific game state, the second specific game state in which the allowable amount of the winning number (count number) of game balls to the big winning opening per round is reduced as the game value is determined. Also good. Also, for example, even in the case of the same 15 round big hits, a first specific gaming state in which a big winning opening is opened several times per round, and a second specific gaming state in which the big winning opening is opened only once per round. And the game value of the second specific gaming state may be lowered by substantially reducing the number of times the special winning opening is opened. As described above, the game balls are less likely to win the prize winning opening by reducing the number of times the opening of the prize winning opening or shortening the opening time compared to the first specific gaming state. It is sufficient that a specific gaming state is provided.

  In addition, for example, when a certain game state (big hit game state) is controlled to be changed to a probability change state or a time-short state, and then the probability change state or the time-short state is ended when the variable display is executed a predetermined number of times, the probability change You may make it provide the 1st specific game state and the 2nd specific game state which varied the frequency | count of execution of the variable display in which a state and a time-short state are continued. In this case, for example, in the case of the first specific gaming state, the probability changing state or the short time state is continued until the variable display is completed a predetermined number of times (for example, 100 times), and in the case of the second specific gaming state, the variable display is displayed. When the number of times (for example, 20 times) is less than that in the first specific game state, the probability variation state or the short time state may be ended so that the game value becomes lower than that in the first specific game state.

  The “probable big hit” is a big hit that is controlled to a 15-round big hit gaming state and is shifted to a probable change state (high probability state) after the big hit gaming state is finished (in this embodiment, the positive change big win state is entered). At the same time, the state is shifted to the time-saving state (see steps S167 and S168 described later). After the transition to the probability variation state, the probability variation state is maintained until the next big hit occurs (see step S132 described later).

  Further, the “ordinary big hit” is a big hit that is controlled to the 15-round big hit gaming state and is not shifted to the probable change state after the big hit gaming state is finished, but is shifted only to the short-time state (see step S169 described later). . Then, after shifting to the time reduction state, the time reduction state is maintained until the execution of the variable symbol display of the special symbol and the effect symbol is completed a predetermined number of times (for example, 100 times) (see steps S141 to S144 described later). In this embodiment, even if a big hit occurs after the transition to the time reduction state and before the execution of the predetermined number of fluctuation displays is finished, the time reduction state ends (see step S132 described later).

  In addition, “suddenly promising big hit” is a big hit where the number of opening of the big prize opening is less than 2 times and the opening time per time is as short as 1 second compared to “probable big hit” or “normal big hit”. Then, after the jackpot game is over, the state is controlled to the probability variation state (high probability state) and to the time reduction state (see steps S167 and S168 described later). After the transition to the probability variation state, the probability variation state is maintained until the next big hit occurs (see step S132 described later).

  In addition, as described above, in this embodiment, even when the “small hit” is reached, the big winning opening is opened twice for one second, which is the same as the big hit gaming state by “suddenly probable big hit”. Control is performed. In the case of “small hit”, the game state does not change after the opening of the big winning opening twice, and the game state before “small hit” is maintained (described later). Steps S145 to S149). By doing so, it is made impossible to recognize whether it is “suddenly promising big hit” or “small hit”, and the interest of the game is improved.

  The big hit type determination tables 131a and 131b are numerical values to be compared with a random 1 value, and corresponding to the “normal big hit”, “probability variable big hit”, and “suddenly probable big hit” (big hit type determination value) ) Is set. When the value of random 1 matches any of the jackpot type determination values, the CPU 56 determines the jackpot type as a type corresponding to the matched jackpot type determination value.

  Next, the opening pattern of the big winning opening in the big hit and the small hit for each big hit type will be described. FIG. 9 is an explanatory diagram showing the opening pattern of the special winning opening. Among these, FIG. 9A shows the opening pattern of the big winning opening at the time of the normal big hit or the probability variation big hit (that is, the big hit of 15 rounds). FIG. 9B shows the opening pattern of the big winning opening at the time of sudden probability change big hit (that is, at the big hit of 2 rounds) or at the small hit.

  First, with reference to FIG. 9A, a description will be given of the opening pattern of the big winning opening in the normal jackpot and the probability variation jackpot. In this embodiment, when controlled to the big hit gaming state based on the normal big hit or the probability variation big hit, as shown in FIG. 9 (A), the first big winning opening is controlled to the open state in the first round and the second round. Is done. Next, as shown in FIG. 9A, in the third round, the second grand prize opening is controlled to be in an open state, and thereafter, the first big prize opening and the second big prize opening are alternately controlled to be in an open state. The In addition, when the game is controlled to the big hit game state based on the normal big hit or the probable big hit, as shown in FIG. 9 (A), the big winning opening is controlled to be open for T1 time (29 seconds in this example) per round. Thereafter, the closed state is controlled for a predetermined time.

  When the game is controlled to the big hit game state based on the normal big hit or the probable big hit, the time to be controlled to the closed state after the opening of the big winning opening is ended after the opening of the first big winning opening and the second big It differs depending on whether the prize opening is finished. In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 9A, after the opening of the first big prize opening is finished, the closing time until the second big prize opening is opened in the next round is T3 hours (this example) Then, as will be described later, 3 seconds + 1 second = 4 seconds (see FIG. 21). On the other hand, after the opening of the second big prize opening is finished, the first big prize opening is opened in the next round. The closing time until is T4 time (in this example, as described later, 1 second + 1 second = 2 seconds, see FIG. 21). In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 9A, the closing time T3 is set to be longer than the closing time T4.

  The reason why T3> T4 is set as described above is as follows. In this embodiment, since the first grand prize opening is arranged above the second big prize opening, the game ball reaches from the first big prize opening to the second big prize opening. There is a slight time difference. For example, even if the timing when the game ball reaches the first grand prize opening is the closing timing of the first big prize opening, the game ball will reach the second grand prize opening. There may be a case where the opening of the second big prize opening is started and the second big prize opening can be won. Therefore, even if the closing time T3 from when the first grand prize opening is closed to when the second big prize opening starts to be opened is slightly longer, the substantial closing time is not so long. On the other hand, since the second grand prize opening is located below the first big prize opening, when the opening of the second big prize opening is finished, the opening of the first big prize opening is completely started. If it becomes impossible to win a prize and the closing time T4 from the closing of the second grand prize opening to the start of opening the first big prize opening is made too long, the substantial closing time will become long. Therefore, in this embodiment, the closing time T3 is set to be longer than the closing time T4 so that the game ball is easily made to the winning prize opening and the interest in the game is improved.

  The game ball passes through the vicinity of the opening of the first grand prize opening without reaching the first grand prize opening provided on the upstream side, and reaches the vicinity of the opening of the second big prize opening on the downstream side. If the time required for this is TX time, the closing time T3 is preferably shorter than the TX time. Further, for example, 100 game balls can be fired continuously for 60 seconds, and the time interval (launch interval) of the game balls when the game balls are fired continuously is 60 seconds / 100 = 0.6 seconds. In this case, it is desirable that the closing time T4 is shorter than the time obtained by subtracting the TX time from the firing interval of 0.6 seconds.

  In this embodiment, the case where the closing time T3 is controlled to be longer than the closing time T4 is shown, but the closing time T3 and the closing time T4 may be the same time. For example, the closing time T4 needs to be somewhat short for the above reason, but the closing time T3 does not necessarily have a long time. Therefore, the closing time T4 should be set as short as the closing time T4. May be.

  In FIG. 9A, there is no particular mention of the closing period from the end of opening the first grand prize opening in the first round until the opening of the first big prize opening in the second round. As will be described later, in this embodiment, the closing period from the end of opening the first big prize opening in the first round to the start of opening the first big prize opening in the second round is the closing time. The same 3 seconds as T3 + 1 seconds = 4 seconds (see FIG. 21).

  Next, with reference to FIG. 9B, a description will be given of the opening pattern of the big winning opening in the sudden probability change big hit and small hit. In this embodiment, when the game is controlled to the big hit gaming state based on the sudden probability change big hit, as shown in FIG. 9B, the first big winning opening is controlled to the open state in the first round and the second round. . Further, when controlled to the small hit gaming state, as shown in FIG. 9B, the first big winning opening is controlled twice in the open state in the same manner as the big hit gaming state based on the sudden probability change big hit. . In addition, when controlled to the small hit gaming state, there is no concept of round unlike the big hit gaming state, but in the example shown in FIG. And the opening of the second grand prize opening is expressed as 2R.

  In addition, when the game is controlled to the big hit gaming state based on the sudden probability change big hit or the small hit gaming state, as shown in FIG. Then, it controls to an open state for 1 second. In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 9A and 9B, the opening time T2 at the sudden probability variation big hit or small hit is shorter than the opening time T1 at the normal big hit or probability variation big hit (T1>). T2).

  In FIG. 9 (B), the closing time from when the first first prize winning opening is suddenly ended to the start of the second first big winning prize opening in sudden probability big hit or small hit is particularly determined. Although not mentioned, as will be described later, in this embodiment, the closing time from the end of opening the first first prize opening to the beginning of the second first prize opening is 6 seconds (see FIG. 22).

  10 and 11 are explanatory diagrams showing an example of the contents of the effect control command transmitted by the game control microcomputer 560. FIG. In the example shown in FIGS. 10 and 11, the command 80XX (H) is an effect control command (variation pattern command) that specifies a variation pattern of the effect symbol that is variably displayed on the effect display device 9 in response to variable display of the special symbol. (Each corresponding to a variation pattern XX). That is, when a unique number is assigned to each variation pattern that can be used, there is a variation pattern command corresponding to each variation pattern specified by the number. “(H)” indicates a hexadecimal number. The effect control command for designating the variation pattern is also a command for designating the start of variation. Therefore, when receiving the command 80XX (H), the effect control microcomputer 100 controls the effect display device 9 to start variable display of effect symbols.

  Commands 8C01 (H) to 8C05 (H) are effect control commands indicating whether or not to make a big hit, whether or not to make a big hit, and a big hit type. The effect control microcomputer 100 determines the display result of the effect symbols in response to the reception of the commands 8C01 (H) to 8C05 (H), and the commands 8C01 (H) to 8C05 (H) are referred to as display result designation commands.

  Command 8D01 (H) is an effect control command (first symbol variation designation command) indicating that variable display (variation) of the first special symbol is started. Command 8D02 (H) is an effect control command (second symbol variation designation command) indicating that variable display (variation) of the second special symbol is started. The first symbol variation designation command and the second symbol variation designation command may be collectively referred to as a special symbol specifying command (or symbol variation designation command). Note that information indicating whether to start variable display of the first special symbol or to start variable display of the second special symbol may be included in the variation pattern command.

  Command 8F00 (H) is an effect control command (symbol confirmation designation command) indicating that the variable display (fluctuation) of the fourth symbol is terminated and the display result (stop symbol) is derived and displayed. When receiving the symbol confirmation designation command, the effect control microcomputer 100 ends the variable display (fluctuation) of the fourth symbol and derives and displays the display result.

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

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

  The commands A001 to A003 (H) are effect control commands for displaying the fanfare screen, that is, designating the start of the big hit game (big hit start designation command: fanfare designation command). The jackpot start designation command includes a jackpot start 1 designation command, a jackpot start designation 2 designation command, and a small hit / sudden probability sudden change jackpot start designation command corresponding to the type of jackpot. Note that the game control microcomputer 560 is configured to transmit a fanfare designation command for sudden start of sudden probability change big hit when it is a sudden chance big hit, but not to send a fanfare designation command for small hit. Also good.

  The command A1XX (H) is an effect control command (special command during opening of a special winning opening) indicating a display of the number of times (round) indicated by XX while the special winning opening is open. Note that the value indicating the number of rounds in internal control (not the apparent number of rounds) is set in the EXT data and transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100 in the special winning opening opening designation command. Therefore, the production control microcomputer 100 can recognize how many rounds in the big hit game are to be started by confirming the EXT data of the special winning opening opening designation command. For example, if “01 (H)” is set as the EXT data, it can be recognized that round 1 of the big hit game is started, and if “07 (H)” is set as the EXT data. It can be recognized that it is the start of Round 7 of the jackpot game.

  A2XX (H) is an effect control command (designation command after opening the big winning opening) indicating the closing of the big winning opening for the number of times (round) indicated by XX. Note that the value indicating the number of rounds in internal control (not the apparent number of rounds) is set in the EXT data and transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100 in the designation command after the special winning opening is opened. Therefore, the production control microcomputer 100 can recognize how many rounds in the big hit game are to end by confirming the EXT data of the designation command after the big winning opening is opened. For example, if “01 (H)” is set as the EXT data, it can be recognized that the round 1 of the big hit game is completed, and if “07 (H)” is set as the EXT data. , It can be recognized that the end of round 7 of the jackpot game.

  The command A301 (H) is an effect control command for displaying the jackpot end screen, that is, the end of the jackpot game and specifying that the jackpot game is normally a big jackpot (a jackpot end 1 designation command: an ending 1 designation command). is there. Command A302 (H) is an effect control command for displaying the jackpot end screen, that is, the end of the jackpot game and specifying that it is a probable big hit (big hit end 2 designation command: ending 2 designation command). is there. The command A303 (H) is an effect control command (small hit / sudden probability sudden change big hit end designation command: ending 3 designation command) that designates the end of the small hit game or the sudden probability change big hit game. The game control microcomputer 560 may be configured to transmit an ending designation command for suddenly probable big hit end designation in the case of a sudden big hit, but not to send an ending designation command in the case of a small hit. Good.

  Command B000 (H) is an effect control command (normal state background designation command) for designating background display when the gaming state is the normal state. Command B001 (H) is an effect control command (time-short state background designation command) for designating a background display when the gaming state is the time-short state (not including the probability variation state). Command B002 (H) is an effect control command (probability change state background designation command) for designating a background display when the gaming state is in the probability change state.

  Command C000 (H) is an effect control command (first reserved memory number addition designation command) that specifies that the first reserved memory number has increased by one. Command C100 (H) is an effect control command (second reserved memory number addition designation command) that specifies that the second reserved memory number has increased by one. Command C200 (H) is an effect control command (first reserved memory number subtraction designation command) that specifies that the first reserved memory number has decreased by one. Command C300 (H) is an effect control command (second reserved memory number subtraction designation command) that specifies that the second reserved memory number has decreased by one.

  In this embodiment, a case is shown in which an effect control command indicating that the number of reserved memories has increased or decreased is transmitted for each of the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number. You may make it transmit the production control command which designates itself. In this case, for example, an effect control command for designating which one of the first start prize opening 13 and the second start prize opening 14 has been won is transmitted, and the reserved memory number designation command for designating the reserved memory number is designated as the first. You may make it transmit a common production | presentation control command by 1 reserved memory number and 2nd reserved memory number.

  Further, for example, separate presentation control commands (holding memory number designation commands) may be transmitted when the first holding memory number is designated and when the second holding memory number is designated. In this case, for example, as a reserved memory number designation command, a value that can specify the first reserved memory number or the second reserved memory number as MODE data (for example, “C0 (H) when designating the first reserved memory number) ”And“ C1 (H) ”in the case of designating the second reserved memory number), an effect control command in which the value of the reserved memory number is set as EXT data may be transmitted.

  Also, for example, if the same first reserved memory number is specified, an effect control command specifying the addition or subtraction of the first reserved memory number is transmitted by making the MODE data common and different EXT data. You may do it. For example, when the common MODE data “C0 (H)” is used and the subtraction of the first reserved memory number is designated, the command C000 (H) is transmitted, and the addition of the first reserved memory number is designated. The command C001 (H) may be transmitted. Further, when specifying the second reserved memory number, the MODE data is made different, and when specifying the subtraction of the second reserved memory number, the command C100 (H) is transmitted, and the second reserved memory number is determined. When adding is designated, the command C101 (H) may be transmitted.

  The effect control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the effect control CPU 101) mounted on the effect control board 80 receives the above-described effect control command from the game control microcomputer 560 mounted on the main board 31. Then, the display state of the effect display device 9 is changed according to the contents shown in FIGS. 10 and 11, the display state of the lamp is changed, and the sound number data is output to the audio output board 70. To do.

  For example, the game control microcomputer 560 designates the variation pattern of the effect symbol every time there is a start prize and variable display of the special symbol is started on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b. The variation pattern command and the display result designation command are transmitted to the production control microcomputer 100.

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

  In addition, as the transmission method of the effect control command, the effect control command data is output from the main board 31 to the effect control board 80 via the relay board 77 by the eight parallel signal lines of the effect control signals CD0 to CD7, In addition to the effect control command data, a method of outputting a pulse-shaped (rectangular wave-shaped) capture signal (effect control INT signal) for instructing capture of the effect control command data is used. The 8-bit effect control command data of the effect control command is output in synchronization with the effect control INT signal. The effect control microcomputer 100 mounted on the effect control board 80 detects that the effect control INT signal has risen, and starts a 1-byte data capturing process through an interrupt process.

  In the example shown in FIG. 10 and FIG. 11, the variable pattern command and the display result designation command are displayed as variable display (variation) of the effect symbol corresponding to the variation of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display 8a and the second special symbol. An effect display that can be used in common with the variable display (variation) of the effect symbol corresponding to the variation of the second special symbol on the symbol display 8b, and that produces an effect with the variable display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. It is possible to prevent an increase in the types of commands transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560 to the effect control microcomputer 100 when controlling the effect parts such as the device 9.

  FIG. 12 is a flowchart showing an example of a special symbol process (step S26) program executed by the game control microcomputer 560 (specifically, the CPU 56) mounted on the main board 31. As described above, in the special symbol process, a process for controlling the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b and the special winning opening (the first large winning opening, the second large winning opening) is executed. Is done. In the special symbol process, the CPU 56 detects that the first start port switch 13a for detecting that the game ball has won the first start winning port 13 or that the game ball has won the second start winning port 14. If the second start opening switch 14a is turned on, that is, if a start winning to the first start winning opening 13 or a start winning to the second start winning opening 14 has occurred, the start opening switch passing process is performed. Execute (Steps S311 and S312). Then, any one of steps S300 to S310 is performed. If the first start winning port switch 13a or the second start port switch 14a is not turned on, any one of steps S300 to S310 is performed according to the internal state.

  The processes in steps S300 to S310 are as follows.

  Special symbol normal processing (step S300): Executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is zero. When the game control microcomputer 560 is in a state where variable display of the special symbol can be started, the game control microcomputer 560 checks the number of numerical data stored in the reserved storage number buffer (total number of reserved storage). The stored number of numerical data stored in the pending storage number buffer can be confirmed by the count value of the total pending storage number counter. If the count value of the total pending storage number counter is not 0, it is determined whether or not the display result of the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol is a big hit. In case of big hit, set big hit flag. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (1 in this example) according to step S301. The jackpot flag is reset when the jackpot game ends.

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

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

  Special symbol changing process (step S303): This process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 3. When the variation time of the variation pattern selected in the variation pattern setting process elapses (the variation time timer set in step S301 times out, that is, the variation time timer value becomes 0), the design control microcomputer 100 determines the symbol. Control to transmit the specified command is performed, and the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (4 in this example) corresponding to step S304. The effect control microcomputer 100 controls the effect display device 9 to stop the fourth symbol when receiving the symbol confirmation designation command transmitted by the game control microcomputer 560.

  Special symbol stop process (step S304): executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 4. When the big hit flag is set, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (5 in this example) corresponding to step S305. If the small hit flag is set, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (8 in this example) corresponding to step S308. If neither the big hit flag nor the small hit flag is set, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S300 (in this example, 0). In this embodiment, as will be described later, a special symbol display control for stopping and displaying a special symbol stop symbol in the special symbol display control process based on the fact that the value of the special symbol process flag is 4. The data is set in the output buffer for setting the special symbol display control data (see FIG. 30), and the special symbol stop symbol is actually stopped and displayed according to the setting contents of the output buffer in the display control processing in step S22.

  Preliminary winning opening opening process (step S305): This is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 5. In the pre-opening process for the big prize opening, control is performed to open the first big prize opening and the second big prize opening. Specifically, a counter (for example, a counter that counts the number of game balls that have entered the grand prize opening) is initialized, and the solenoids 21a and 21b are driven so that the first grand prize opening and the second big prize opening are set. Leave it open. Also, the execution time of the special prize opening opening process is set by the timer, and the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S306 (6 in this example). The pre-opening process for the big winning opening is executed for each round, but when the first round is started, the pre-opening process for the big winning opening is also a process for starting the big hit game.

  Large winning opening open process (step S306): This process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 6. A control for transmitting an effect control command for a round display during the big hit gaming state to the effect control microcomputer 100, a process for confirming establishment of a closing condition for the first grand prize winning port and the second big prize winning port, and the like are performed. If the conditions for closing the first grand prize opening and the second grand prize opening are satisfied and there are still remaining rounds, control is performed to close the first big prize opening and the second big prize opening and the predetermined time After the elapse, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (5 in this example) corresponding to step S305. In addition, when all rounds are finished, control is performed to close the first grand prize winning opening and the second big winning prize opening, and after a predetermined time has elapsed, the internal state (special symbol process flag) corresponds to step S307. The updated value (7 in this example) is updated.

  Big hit end process (step S307): executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 7. Control is performed to cause the microcomputer 100 for effect control to perform display control for notifying the player that the big hit gaming state has ended. In addition, a process for setting a flag indicating a gaming state (for example, a probability change flag or a time reduction flag) is performed. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (0 in this example) corresponding to step S300.

  Small hit release pre-processing (step S308): This process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 8. In the pre-opening process for small hits, control is performed to open the first big prize opening. Specifically, a counter (for example, a counter that counts the number of game balls that have entered the big prize opening) is initialized, and the solenoid 21a is driven to open the first big prize opening. Also, the execution time of the special prize opening opening process is set by the timer, and the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S309 (9 in this example). Note that the process for opening a small hit game is a process for starting a small hit game.

  Small hit release processing (step S309): executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 9. Processing for confirming the establishment of the first grand prize opening condition and the closing condition is performed. If the closing condition is satisfied while the first grand prize opening is open, the first big prize opening is closed. In addition, when the opening condition is satisfied while the first grand prize opening is closed, control is performed to open the first big prize opening. Then, when the opening of all the big winning openings is completed, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S310 (in this example, 10 (decimal number)).

  Small hit end processing (step S310): executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 10. Control is performed to cause the microcomputer 100 for effect control to perform display control for notifying the player that the small hit gaming state has ended. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (0 in this example) corresponding to step S300.

  FIG. 13 is a flowchart showing the start port switch passing process in step S312. In the start port switch passing process, the CPU 56 first checks whether or not the first start port switch 13a is in an ON state (step S211). If the first start port switch 13a is not on, the process proceeds to step S217. If the first start port switch 13a is on, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the first reserved memory number has reached the upper limit (specifically, the first reserved memory for counting the first reserved memory number). It is confirmed whether or not the value of the number counter is 4 (step S212). If the first reserved storage number has reached the upper limit value, the process proceeds to step S217.

  If the first reserved memory number has not reached the upper limit value, the CPU 56 increases the value of the first reserved memory number counter by 1 (step S213), and the value of the total reserved memory number counter for counting the total reserved memory number Is increased by 1 (step S214). Next, the CPU 56 extracts values from the random number circuit 503 and a counter for generating software random numbers, and executes a process of storing them in a storage area in the first reserved storage buffer (see FIG. 14) (step S215). . In the process of step S215, a random R (big hit determination random number) that is a hardware random number, a big hit type determination random number (random 1) that is a software random number, a variation pattern type determination random number (random 2), and a variation pattern A random number for determination (random 3) is extracted and stored in the storage area. Note that the variation pattern type determination random number (random 2) and the variation pattern determination random number (random 3) are not extracted and stored in advance in the storage area in the start port switch passing process (at the time of start winning). You may make it extract at the time of the change start of 1 special symbol. For example, the game control microcomputer 560 directly extracts a value from a variation pattern type determination random number counter for generating a variation pattern type determination random number (random 2) in a variation pattern setting process to be described later, A value may be directly extracted from a variation pattern determination random number counter for generating a determination random number (random 3).

  FIG. 14 is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of an area (holding storage buffer) for storing random numbers and the like corresponding to holding storage. As shown in FIG. 14, a storage area corresponding to the upper limit value (4 in this example) of the first reserved storage number is secured in the first reserved storage buffer. In addition, a storage area corresponding to the upper limit value of the second reserved storage number (4 in this example) is secured in the second reserved storage buffer. In this embodiment, the first reserved storage buffer and the second reserved storage buffer include a random R (big hit determination random number) that is a hardware random number, a big hit type determination random number (random 1) that is a software random number, a variation A random number for pattern type determination (random 2) and a random number for variation pattern determination (random 3) are stored. The first reserved storage buffer and the second reserved storage buffer are formed in the RAM 55.

  Then, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit the first reserved memory number addition designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S216).

  Next, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the second start port switch 14a is on (step S217). If the second start port switch 14a is not in the ON state, the process is terminated as it is. If the second start port switch 14a is on, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the second reserved memory number has reached the upper limit value (specifically, the second reserved memory for counting the second reserved memory number). It is confirmed whether or not the value of the number counter is 4 (step S218). If the second reserved storage number has reached the upper limit value, the processing is terminated as it is.

  If the second reserved memory number has not reached the upper limit value, the CPU 56 increases the value of the second reserved memory number counter by 1 (step S219), and the value of the aggregate reserved memory number counter for counting the total reserved memory number Is increased by 1 (step S220). Next, the CPU 56 extracts values from the random number circuit 503 and a counter for generating software random numbers, and executes a process of storing them in a storage area in the second reserved storage buffer (see FIG. 14) (step S221). . In the process of step S221, a random R (big hit determination random number) that is a hardware random number, a big hit type determination random number (random 1) that is a software random number, a variation pattern type determination random number (random 2), and a variation pattern A random number for determination (random 3) is extracted and stored in the storage area. It should be noted that the random number for random pattern determination (random 3) is not extracted and stored in the storage area in advance in the start-port switch passing process (at the time of start winning), but is extracted at the start of the variation of the second special symbol. May be. For example, the game control microcomputer 560 may directly extract a value from a variation pattern determination random number counter for generating a variation pattern determination random number (random 3) in a variation pattern setting process described later.

  Then, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit the second reserved memory number addition designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S222).

  15 and 16 are flowcharts showing the special symbol normal process (step S300) in the special symbol process. In the special symbol normal process, the CPU 56 confirms the value of the total pending storage number (step S51). Specifically, the count value of the total pending storage number counter is confirmed. If the total pending storage number is 0, if the customer waiting demonstration designation command has not yet been transmitted, control is performed to send the customer waiting demonstration designation command to the production control microcomputer 100 (step S51A), and the processing is performed. finish. For example, when the CPU 56 transmits a customer waiting demonstration designation command in step S51A, the CPU 56 sets a customer waiting demonstration designation command transmitted flag indicating that the customer waiting demonstration designation command has been transmitted. When the special symbol normal processing after the next timer interruption is executed after sending the customer waiting demo designation command, the customer waiting demonstration request command is repeatedly set based on the fact that the customer waiting demo designation command transmission completed flag is set. Control should be performed so that the demo designation command is not transmitted. In this case, the customer waiting demonstration designation command transmission completion flag may be reset when the next special symbol variation display is started.

  If the total reserved memory number is not 0, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the second reserved memory number is 0 (step S52). Specifically, it is confirmed whether or not the value of the second reserved memory number counter is zero. If the second reserved memory number is not 0, the CPU 56 has a special symbol pointer (a flag indicating whether the special symbol process is being performed for the first special symbol or the special symbol process is being performed for the second special symbol). Is set to data indicating “second” (step S53). If the second reserved memory number is 0 (that is, only the first reserved memory number is accumulated), the CPU 66 sets data indicating “first” in the special symbol pointer (step S54).

  In this embodiment, by executing the processing of steps S52 to S54, the variation display of the second special symbol is executed with priority over the variation display of the first special symbol. In other words, control is performed so that the second start condition for starting the variable display of the second special symbol is established in preference to the first start condition for starting the variable display of the first special symbol.

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

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

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

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

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

  Moreover, CPU56 performs control which transmits a background designation | designated command to the microcomputer 100 for effect control according to the present game state (step S60). In this case, when the probability variation flag indicating the probability variation state is set, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a probability variation state background designation command. Further, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a time reduction state background designation command when the time variation flag indicating that the time reduction state is not set and the time reduction state is set. Further, when neither the probability change flag nor the time reduction flag is set, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a normal state background designation command.

  In this embodiment, the background designation command is transmitted every time for each variation. For example, it is determined at the start of the variation whether or not the gaming state has changed since the previous variation. Only when the state changes, the background designation command corresponding to the changed gaming state may be transmitted. With such a configuration, the number of transmissions of the background designation command can be reduced, and the processing burden on the game control microcomputer 560 can be reduced.

  Specifically, when the CPU 56 transmits the effect control command to the effect control microcomputer 100, the address of the command transmission table (preliminarily set for each command in the ROM) corresponding to the effect control command is given. Set to pointer. Then, the address of the command transmission table corresponding to the effect control command is set in the pointer, and the effect control command is transmitted in the effect symbol command control process (step S30). In this embodiment, when the variation of the special symbol is started, the effect control microcomputer in the order of the background designation command, the variation pattern command, the display result designation command, and the reserved memory number subtraction designation command for each timer interrupt. 100 will be transmitted. Specifically, when the change of the special symbol is started, first, the background designation command is transmitted, the variation pattern command is transmitted after 4 ms elapses, the display result designation command is transmitted after elapse of 4 ms, and further after 4 ms elapses. A pending storage count subtraction designation command is transmitted. In addition, the symbol variation designation command (the first symbol variation designation command, the second symbol variation designation command) is also transmitted when the special symbol variation starts, but the symbol variation designation command is the same timer interrupt as the variation pattern command. Is transmitted to the production control microcomputer 100.

  In the special symbol normal process, first, data indicating “first” indicating that the process is executed for the first start winning opening 13, that is, “first” indicating that the process is executed for the first special symbol. ”Or“ second ”indicating that the process is performed on the second special symbol, that is,“ second ”indicating that the process is performed on the second start winning opening 14. Data is set in the special symbol pointer. In the subsequent processing in the special symbol process, processing corresponding to the data set in the special symbol pointer is executed. Therefore, the process of steps S300 to S310 can be made common between the case of targeting the first special symbol and the case of targeting the second special symbol.

  Next, the CPU 56 reads a random R (a jackpot determination random number) from the random number buffer area and executes a jackpot determination module. In this case, the CPU 56 reads out the jackpot determination random numbers extracted in steps S215 and S221 of the start port switch passage processing and stored in advance in the first hold storage buffer and the second hold storage buffer, and performs the jackpot determination. The big hit determination module compares the big hit determination value or the small hit determination value (see FIG. 7) determined in advance with the big hit determination random number, and executes a process of determining that it is a big hit or a small hit if they match. It is a program to do. That is, it is a program that executes a big hit determination or a small hit determination process.

  The jackpot determination process is configured such that when the gaming state is a probable change state (high probability state), the probability of a big hit is higher than when the gaming state is a non-probability change state (normal game state and short-time state). ing. Specifically, a jackpot determination table at the time of probability change in which a large number of jackpot determination values are set in advance (a table in which the value on the right side of FIG. 7A in the ROM 54 is set) and the number of jackpot determination values are variable. There is provided a normal big hit determination table (a table in which the numerical values on the left side of FIG. 7A in the ROM 54 are set) set to be smaller than the big hit determination table. Then, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the gaming state is a probability variation state. If the gaming state is a probability variation state, the jackpot determination process is performed using the probability variation jackpot determination table, and the gaming state is normal. When in the gaming state or the short-time state, the big hit determination process is performed using the normal big hit determination table. That is, when the value of the big hit determination random number (random R) matches one of the big hit determination values shown in FIG. 7A, the CPU 56 determines that the special symbol is a big hit. When it is determined to be a big hit (step S61), the process proceeds to step S71. Note that deciding whether to win or not is to decide whether or not to shift to the big hit gaming state, but to decide whether or not to stop the special symbol display as a big hit symbol. But there is.

  Note that whether or not the current gaming state is the probability variation state is determined by whether or not the probability variation flag is set. The probability variation flag is set when the gaming state is shifted to the probability variation state, and is reset when the probability variation state is terminated. Specifically, it is determined to be a probable big hit or suddenly probable big hit, and is set in the process of ending the big hit game. Reset at timing.

  If the value of the big hit determination random number (random R) does not match any of the big hit determination values (N in step S61), the CPU 56 uses the small hit determination table (see FIGS. 7B and 7C). Then, the small hit determination process is performed. That is, when the value of the big hit determination random number (random R) matches one of the small hit determination values shown in FIGS. 7B and 7C, the CPU 56 determines that the special symbol is a small hit. In this case, the CPU 56 confirms the data indicated by the special symbol pointer. If the data indicated by the special symbol pointer is “first”, the small hit determination table (for the first special symbol) shown in FIG. ) To determine whether or not to make a small hit. Further, when the data indicated by the special symbol pointer is “second”, it is determined whether or not to make a small hit using the small hit determination table (for the second special symbol) shown in FIG. . If it is determined to be a small hit (step S62), the CPU 56 sets a small hit flag indicating a small hit (step S63), and proceeds to step S75.

  If the random R value does not match either the big hit determination value or the small hit determination value (N in step S62), that is, if it is out of place, the process proceeds to step S75 as it is.

  In step S71, the CPU 56 sets a big hit flag indicating that it is a big hit. Then, the jackpot type determination table indicated by the special symbol pointer is selected as a table used to determine the jackpot type as one of a plurality of types (step S72). Specifically, when the special symbol pointer indicates “first”, the CPU 56 selects the jackpot type determination table 131a for the first special symbol shown in FIG. 8A. Further, when the special symbol pointer indicates “second”, the CPU 56 selects a big hit type determination table 131b for the second special symbol shown in FIG. 8B.

  Next, the CPU 56 uses the selected jackpot type determination table to select a type (“normal jackpot”, “probability change”) corresponding to the value of the random number for random determination (random 1) stored in the random number buffer area. "Big hit", "Suddenly probable big hit") is determined as the type of big hit (step S73). In this case, the CPU 56 reads out the jackpot type determination random numbers extracted in steps S215 and S221 of the start port switch passing process and stored in advance in the first hold memory buffer and the second hold memory buffer, and determines the jackpot type. . Also, in this case, as shown in FIGS. 8A and 8B, when the variable display of the first special symbol is executed, it is compared with the case where the variable display of the second special symbol is executed. Therefore, the rate at which suddenly probable big hits are selected is high. In other words, when the variable display of the second special symbol is executed, the game value is higher than the case where the variable display of the first special symbol is executed. Is a long 29 seconds and high euphoria) The ratio of normal jackpots and probable big hits is high.

  Further, the CPU 56 sets data indicating the determined jackpot type in the jackpot type buffer in the RAM 55 (step S74). For example, when the big hit type is “normal big hit”, “01” is set as data indicating the big hit type, and when the big hit type is “probable big hit”, “02” is set as the data indicating the big hit type, When the big hit type is “suddenly probable big hit”, “03” is set as data indicating the big hit type.

  Next, the CPU 56 determines a special symbol stop symbol (step S75). Specifically, when neither the big hit flag nor the small hit flag is set, “−” which is a loss symbol is determined as a special symbol stop symbol. When the big hit flag is set, according to the determination result of the big hit type, one of “3”, “7”, and “9”, which becomes the big hit symbol, is determined as a special symbol stop symbol. In other words, when “normal jackpot” is determined, “3” is determined as a special symbol stop symbol, and when “probable big hit” is determined, “7” is determined as a special symbol stop symbol. When “Suddenly probable big hit” is determined, “9” is determined as a special symbol stop symbol. When the small hit flag is set, “5” as the small hit symbol is determined as the special symbol stop symbol.

  In this embodiment, the case where the jackpot type is first determined and the stop symbol of the special symbol corresponding to the determined jackpot type is shown, but the method for determining the jackpot type and the stop symbol of the special symbol is as follows. It is not limited to what is shown in the embodiment. For example, a table in which a special symbol stop symbol and a jackpot type are associated in advance is prepared, and a special symbol stop symbol is first determined based on a random number for determining the big hit type. You may comprise so that a classification may also be determined.

  Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the variation pattern setting process (step S301) (step S76).

  FIG. 17 is a flowchart showing the variation pattern setting process (step S301) in the special symbol process. In the variation pattern setting process, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the big hit flag is set (step S80). When the big hit flag is set, the CPU 56 determines which of the big hit variation pattern type determination tables as a table used to determine the variation pattern type as one of a plurality of types according to the big hit type. Is selected (step S81). Then, control goes to a step S89.

  When the big hit flag is not set, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the small hit flag is set (step S82). If the small hit flag is set, the CPU 56 selects the small hit variation pattern type determination table as a table used to determine one of a plurality of variation pattern types (step S83). ). Then, control goes to a step S89.

  When the small hit flag is not set, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the time reduction flag indicating that the time reduction state is set (step S84). The time reduction flag is set when the gaming state is shifted to the time reduction state (including the time of shifting to the probability change state), and is reset when the time reduction state is ended. Specifically, it is usually determined to be a big hit, a probable big hit, or a sudden probable big hit, and is set in the process of ending the big hit game. The change display is reset when the stop display is stopped and the stop symbol is stopped. If the time reduction flag is set (Y in step S84), the CPU 56 determines the variation pattern type for deviation for probability variation / time reduction as a table used to determine the variation pattern type as one of a plurality of types. A table is selected (step S85). Then, control goes to a step S89.

  If the time flag is not set (N in step S84), the CPU 56 checks whether or not the total number of pending storages is 3 or more (step S86). If the total number of pending storages is less than 3 (N in step S86), the CPU 56 determines the variation pattern type for normal use as a table used to determine the variation pattern type as one of a plurality of types. A table is selected (step S87). Then, control goes to a step S89.

  When the total pending storage number is 3 or more (Y in step S86), the CPU 56 uses the shortening variation pattern as a table to be used for determining one of a plurality of variation pattern types. A type determination table is selected (step S88). Then, control goes to a step S89.

  In this embodiment, by executing the processing of steps S84 to S88, when the total number of pending storages is 3 or more, the shortening variation pattern type determination table for shortening is selected. In addition, when the gaming state is the short-time state (including the case where the probability variation state is included), the deviation variation pattern type determination table for probability variation / time-shortening is selected. In this case, the variation pattern type including the variation pattern of the shortening variation may be determined in the process of step S89 described later. If the variation pattern type including the variation pattern of the shortening variation is determined, the process of step S91 is performed. Thus, the variation pattern of the shortening variation is determined as the variation pattern. Therefore, in this embodiment, when the gaming state is the short-time state (including the case where the probability variation state is included) or when the total number of pending storages is 3 or more, the variation display of the shortening variation may be performed. .

  In this embodiment, the variation pattern type determination table for shortening variation used in the short time state and the variation pattern type determination table for shortening variation based on the number of reserved storages are shown as different tables. A common table may be used as the variation pattern type determination table for variation.

  Even if the gaming state is a short-time state, if the total number of pending storage is almost 0 (for example, 0, 0, or 1), a variation display of the shortening variation is performed. It may not be possible. In this case, for example, when the CPU 56 determines Y in step S84, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the total pending storage number is substantially zero. A variation pattern type determination table may be selected.

  Next, the CPU 56 reads random 2 (random number for variation pattern type determination) from the random number buffer area (first reserved storage buffer or second reserved storage buffer) and selects it in the process of steps S81, S83, S85, S87 or S88. By referring to the table, the variation pattern type is determined as one of a plurality of types (step S89). In the case where the random number 2 (variation pattern type determination random number) is not extracted at the start winning timing, the CPU 56 determines the variation pattern type for generating the random number for variation pattern type determination (random 2). A value may be directly extracted from the random number counter for use, and the variation pattern type may be determined based on the extracted random value.

  Next, the CPU 56 uses a hit variation pattern determination table and a deviation variation pattern determination table as tables used to determine one of a plurality of variation patterns based on the determination result of the variation pattern type in step S89. One of them is selected (step S90). Further, the random pattern 3 (random number for variation pattern determination) is read from the random number buffer area (first reserved storage buffer or second reserved storage buffer), and the variation pattern is determined by referring to the variation pattern determination table selected in step S90. Is determined as one of a plurality of types (step S91). When the random number 3 (variation pattern determination random number) is not extracted at the start winning timing, the CPU 56 uses the variation pattern determination random number counter for generating the variation pattern determination random number (random 3). It is also possible to extract the value directly from and to determine the variation pattern based on the extracted random number value.

  Next, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit the symbol variation designation command indicated by the special symbol pointer to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S92). Specifically, when the special symbol pointer indicates “first”, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a first symbol variation designation command. In addition, when the special symbol pointer indicates “second”, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a second symbol variation designation command. Further, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit an effect control command (variation pattern command) corresponding to the determined variation pattern to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S93).

  Next, the CPU 56 sets a value corresponding to the variation time corresponding to the selected variation pattern in the variation time timer formed in the RAM 55 (step S94). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the display result designation command transmission process (step S302) (step S95).

  In the case where it is determined to be out of place, instead of suddenly determining the variation pattern type, first, it may be determined whether or not to reach by a lottery process using a random number for reach determination. Then, based on the determination result as to whether or not to reach, the processing of steps S84 to S88, S89 may be executed to determine the variation pattern type. In this case, a variation pattern type determination table for non-reach and a variation pattern type determination table for reach are prepared in advance, and one of the variation pattern type determination tables is selected based on the reach determination result. The variation pattern type may be determined.

  In addition, when determining whether or not to reach by a lottery process using a reach determination random number, depending on the total reserved memory number (which may be the first reserved memory number or the second reserved memory number), Reach determination tables having different selection ratios may be selected, and it may be determined whether or not to reach so that the reach probability decreases as the number of reserved memories increases.

  FIG. 18 is a flowchart showing the display result designation command transmission process (step S302). In the display result designation command transmission process, the CPU 56 transmits one of the presentation control commands (display result 1 designation to display result 5 designation) (see FIG. 10) in accordance with the determined big hit type, small hit, and loss. Control. Specifically, the CPU 56 first checks whether or not the big hit flag is set (step S101). If not set, the process proceeds to step S107.

  When the big hit flag is set, if the big hit type is a probable big hit, control is performed to transmit a display result 3 designation command (steps S102 and S103). Specifically, whether or not it is a probable big hit can be determined by checking whether or not the data set in the big hit type buffer in step S74 of the special symbol normal process is “02”.

  In addition, when the big hit type is suddenly probable big hit, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a display result 4 designation command (steps S104 and S105). Whether or not it is a sudden probability variation big hit can be specifically determined by checking whether or not the data set in the big hit type buffer in step S74 of the special symbol normal process is “03”.

  Then, when neither the probability variation big hit nor the sudden probability variation big hit is obtained (that is, when it is a normal big hit), the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a display result 2 designation command (step SS106).

  On the other hand, when the big hit flag is not set (N in step S101), the CPU 56 checks whether or not the small hit flag is set (step S107). If the small hit flag is set, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a display result 5 designation command (step S108). When the small hit flag is not set (N in Step S107), that is, when it is out of place, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a display result 1 designation command (Step S109).

  Then, the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol changing process (step S303) (step S110).

  FIG. 19 is a flowchart showing the special symbol changing process (step S303) in the special symbol process. In the special symbol changing process, the CPU 56 first checks whether or not a pending storage number subtraction designation command has already been transmitted (step S121). Whether or not the pending storage number subtraction designation command has already been transmitted indicates, for example, that the pending storage number subtraction designation command has been transmitted when the pending storage number subtraction designation command is transmitted in step S122 described later. The stored number subtraction designation command transmission completion flag may be set, and in step S121, it may be confirmed whether or not the pending storage number subtraction designation command transmission completion flag is set. Also, in this case, the set reserved memory number subtraction designation command transmission completion flag is reset by special symbol stop processing or jackpot end processing, which will be described later, when the special symbol fluctuation display is terminated or when the big jackpot is terminated. That's fine.

  Next, if the reserved memory number subtraction designation command has not been transmitted, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit the reserved memory number subtraction designation command indicated by the special symbol pointer to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S122). In this case, when a value indicating “first” is set in the special symbol pointer, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a first reserved memory number subtraction designation command. If a value indicating “second” is set in the special symbol pointer, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a second reserved memory number subtraction designation command.

  Next, the CPU 56 subtracts 1 from the variable time timer (step S125). When the variable time timer times out (step S126), the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a symbol confirmation designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S127). Then, the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol stop process (step S304) (step S128). If the variable time timer has not timed out, the process ends.

  FIG. 20 is a flowchart showing the special symbol stop process (step S304) in the special symbol process. In the special symbol stop process, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the big hit flag is set (step S131). If the big hit flag is set, the CPU 56 resets the probability change flag indicating the probability change state and the time reduction flag indicating the time reduction state if it is set (step S132). If it is set, the hourly number counter is also reset.

  Next, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a big hit start designation command to the production control microcomputer 100 (step S133). Specifically, when the type of jackpot is normally jackpot, a jackpot start 1 designation command is transmitted. If the jackpot type is a probabilistic jackpot, a jackpot start 2 designation command is transmitted. When the big hit type is sudden probability change big hit, a small hit / sudden probability change big hit start designation command is transmitted. Whether the big hit type is a normal big hit, a probable big hit or a sudden probable big hit is determined based on the data indicating the big hit type stored in the RAM 55 (data stored in the big hit type buffer). .

  In addition, the CPU 56 sets a value corresponding to the jackpot display time (time for notifying that the jackpot has occurred, for example, in the effect display device 9) in the timer before opening the big prize opening (step S134). The timer before opening the big winning opening is a timer for measuring the time until the big winning opening is released during the big hit game or the small hit game. Specifically, at the start of the big hit game, in step S134, the time required from the start of the variable display to the start of the first round (the variable display is stopped on the effect control microcomputer 100 side and the jackpot symbol is displayed). The time before the first round is started until the start of the first round is set as the pre-opening timer. For the first and subsequent rounds, the interval time between the rounds (apparatus at the time of performing the interval effect between the rounds on the effect control microcomputer 100 side) is set as the timer before opening the big prize opening.

  Next, the CPU 56 initializes the value of the round number counter for counting the number of rounds in the big hit game to 0 (step S136).

  Then, the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special winning opening opening pre-processing (step S305) (step S137).

  On the other hand, if the big hit flag is not set in step S130, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the value of the time-count counter for counting the number of fluctuations of the special symbol in the time-short state is 0 (step S141). . If the value of the time reduction counter is not 0 (in this case, the time reduction counter is set based on a normal big hit and the time reduction counter is set), the CPU 56 The value is decremented by 1 (step S142). When the value of the time reduction counter after subtraction becomes 0 (step S143), the CPU 56 resets the time reduction flag (step S144).

  Next, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the small hit flag is set (step S145). If the small hit flag is set, the CPU 56 transmits a small hit / suddenly probable big hit start designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S146). In addition, a value corresponding to the small hit display time (time for notifying that the small hit has occurred, for example, in the effect display device 9) is set in the timer before opening the big prize opening (step S147). In the case of a small hit game, at the start of the small hit game, in step S147, the time required from the start of the variable display to the start of the small hit game is set in the timer before opening the big prize opening. .

  In this embodiment, as already described, in the case of suddenly probable big hits and small hits, the open control of the big prize opening is performed in exactly the same manner (see FIG. 9B). Suddenly, it is difficult to recognize whether it is a big hit or a small hit.

  Then, the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the small hit start pre-processing (step S308) (step S149).

  If the small hit flag is not set (N in step S145), the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol normal process (step S300) (step S150).

  Next, the opening pattern data used for the opening control of the big winning opening during the big hit game or the small hit game will be described. FIG. 21 and FIG. 22 are explanatory diagrams showing examples of opening pattern data used for opening control of the big winning opening during the big hit game or the small hit game.

  First, with reference to FIG. 21, the opening control of the big winning opening during the big hit game based on the normal big hit or the probability variation big hit will be described. As shown in FIG. 21, in the case of a normal big hit or a probable big hit, a value for specifying a big winning opening to be opened for each round (big winning opening designated value), an opening time, a closing time, and an end code are set. The released pattern data is used.

  As shown in FIG. 21, in the case of a normal big hit or a probable big hit, a value that designates the first big prize opening is set as the big prize opening designation value to be released in the first round and the second round. In addition, a value for designating the second grand prize port is set in the third round as the grand prize port designation value to be opened, and thereafter, the value for designating the first grand prize port and the second grand prize port are designated alternately. Value to be set. For example, the big prize opening designation value “1” is set as a value for designating the first big prize opening, and the big winning prize designation value “2” is set as a value for designating the second big prize opening.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 21, in the case of a normal big hit or a probable big hit, the opening time is uniformly set to 29 seconds (corresponding to the opening time T1 shown in FIG. 9A).

  As shown in FIG. 21, in the case of a normal big hit or a probable big hit, the closing time is set to 3 seconds or 1 second. Specifically, 3 seconds is set as the closing time after the opening of the first big prize opening in the first round is completed. In this case, when the first round ends in the process for opening the big prize opening described later, 1 second is set as the interval period between rounds (see step S1464), so the first big prize opening in the first round is opened. The total closing time until the opening of the first big prize opening in the second round after finishing is finished is 3 seconds + 1 second = 4 seconds.

  In addition, in the second and subsequent rounds, 3 seconds are set as the closing time after the opening of the first big prize opening is completed. In this case, in the process for opening the big prize opening, which will be described later, when the round ends, 1 second is set as the interval period between rounds (see step S1464), so the opening of the first big prize opening for the round is finished. After that, the total closing time until the opening of the second grand prize winning opening of the next round is 3 seconds + 1 second = 4 seconds (corresponding to the closing time T3 shown in FIG. 9A). Become.

  In addition, in the second round and thereafter, 1 second is set as the closing time after the opening of the second grand prize opening is completed. In this case, in the process for opening the big prize opening, which will be described later, when the round is finished, 1 second is set as the interval period between rounds (see step S1464), so the opening of the second big prize opening for the round is finished. After that, the total closing time until the opening of the first grand prize winning opening of the next round is 1 second + 1 second = 2 seconds (corresponding to the closing time T4 shown in FIG. 9A). Become.

  In the example shown in FIG. 21, the closing time is set to 1 second in the final round (the 15th round), but the closing time is not set in the final round, and the final prize opening of the final round is opened. As soon as the game ends, the big hit game may be ended.

  As shown in FIG. 21, an end code indicating the final data of the release pattern data is set in the final record of the release pattern data of each round.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 22 (A), a description will be given of the opening control of the big winning opening during the big hit game based on the sudden probability change big hit. As shown in FIG. 22 (A), in the case of sudden probability variation big hit, open pattern data in which a big prize opening designation value, open time, close time, and end code to be opened are set for each round is used. .

  As shown in FIG. 22 (A), in the case of suddenly probable big hit, a value (for example, “1”) that designates the first big prize mouth in both the first round and the second round as the big prize mouth designated value to be released. ) Is set.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 22A, in the case of suddenly probable big hit, the opening time is uniformly set to 1 second (corresponding to the opening time T2 shown in FIG. 9B). In addition, as shown in FIG. 22A, in the case of suddenly probable big hit, the closing time is uniformly set to 5 seconds. In this case, when the first round ends in the process for opening the big prize opening described later, 1 second is set as the interval period between rounds (see step S1464), so the first big prize opening in the first round is opened. After finishing the above, the total closing time until the opening of the first big winning opening in the next second round is 5 seconds + 1 second = 6 seconds.

  In the example shown in FIG. 22A, the closing time is set to 5 seconds also in the final round (second round), but the closing time is not set in the final round, and the final winning prize opening of the final round is set. The big hit game may be ended immediately after the opening of the game is finished.

  In the example shown in FIG. 22A, the case where 5 seconds is set as the closing time in the opening pattern data is shown. However, it is not limited to that shown in this embodiment, and is shorter than, for example, 1 second or 2 seconds. A closing time may be set, and a longer closing time such as 10 seconds or 20 seconds may be set.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 22A, an end code is set in the last record of the release pattern data of each round.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 22B, the opening control of the big winning opening during the small hit game will be described. As shown in FIG. 22 (B), in the case of a small hit, open pattern data in which all open times and closing times and end codes in the small hit game are set is used. In this embodiment, in the case of a small hit, control is performed so that only the opening control of the first big winning opening is executed without using the big winning opening designation value.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 22B, in the case of a small hit, the opening time is uniformly set to 1 second (corresponding to the opening time T2 shown in FIG. 9B), and the opening for the small hit is made. Two release times are set in the pattern data. In addition, as shown in FIG. 22B, in the case of a small hit, the closing time between the first opening time and the second opening time is set to 6 seconds, and the closing time after the second last opening time. Is set to 5 seconds. As already explained, in the case of suddenly probable big success, after the opening of the 1st big winning opening in the first round, the closing time until the opening of the 1st big winning opening in the second round is started. Since the total is 5 seconds + 1 second = 6 seconds, the apparent opening time and closing time are the same when suddenly probable big hit and small hit.

  In the example shown in FIG. 22 (A), 5 seconds is set as the closing time after the opening of the last second first major winning opening, but the last first first winning opening is opened. After closing, the closing time may not be set, and the small hit game may be ended immediately after the opening of the last first big prize opening.

  As shown in FIG. 22B, an end code is set in the last record of the release pattern data.

  Sudden probability change big hits and small hits are for showing whether or not the kite is suddenly controlled to be in a probable change state, so if you are in big hit games or small hit games based on sudden probability change big hits. It is desirable to minimize the winning of game balls to the winning opening. For this reason, in this embodiment, in the case of sudden odds or big hits, the opening time of the big prize opening is shortened to 1 second, and after the opening of the big prize opening is finished, the next big prize opening is opened. The closing time until it is 6 seconds is slightly longer. In this embodiment, by extending the closing time between the opening of the grand prize opening in this way, in this embodiment, the game ball is launched aiming at the opening timing of the big prize opening and the prize winning opening is awarded. It is prevented as much as possible.

  Further, in this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 21 and 22, by providing a closing time in addition to the opening time during the round, the closing time of the big prize opening (for example, the closing time T3 shown in FIG. 9). However, the present invention is not limited to such a mode. For example, only the opening time is set during the round, and the closing time as the interval period after the round is made different so that the closing time of the big prize opening (for example, the closing time T3 and the closing time T4 shown in FIG. 9). ) May be different.

  FIG. 23 is a flowchart showing the pre-opening process for the big prize opening (step S305) executed before each round in the big hit game. In the process for pre-opening the big prize opening, the CPU 56 decrements the value of the timer before the big prize opening by 1 (step S1401). If the timer before opening the big prize opening times out (the value of the timer before opening the big prize opening is 0) (step S1402), the CPU 56 initializes the winning number counter (step S1403). That is, the value of the winning number counter is set to zero. Further, the CPU 56 adds 1 to the value of the round number counter (step S1405).

  Next, the CPU 56 sets a pointer at the head of the release pattern data corresponding to the jackpot type and the current round (step S1406). The jackpot type can be specifically determined by confirming whether the data set in the jackpot type buffer in step S74 of the special symbol normal process is “01” to “03”. The current round can be determined by checking the value of the round number counter.

  For example, in the case of controlling the big hit game based on the normal big hit or the probable big hit, when starting the first round, “01” or “02” is set in the big hit type buffer and the value of the round number counter is “ On the basis of “1”, by setting a pointer at the head of the release pattern data of the first round for the normal big hit and probability variation big hit shown in FIG. 21, the data of the first record of the set open pattern data thereafter The processing is executed in order. In addition, when starting rounds after the second round, “01” or “02” is set in the jackpot type buffer, and the value of the round number counter is any of “2” to “15”. First, by setting the pointer at the head of the release pattern data of any of the second to fifteenth rounds for the normal big hit and probability variation big hit shown in FIG. Processing is executed in order from the data.

  Also, for example, in the case of controlling the big hit game based on the sudden probability change big hit, when starting the first round, “03” is set in the big hit type buffer and the value of the round number counter is “1”. On the basis of this, by setting a pointer at the beginning of the first round release pattern data for the sudden probability variation big hit shown in FIG. 22 (A), processing is performed in order from the first record data of the set release pattern data. Will be executed. When the second round is started, the sudden hit variable big hit shown in FIG. 22A is set based on the fact that “03” is set in the big hit type buffer and the value of the round number counter is “2”. By setting the pointer at the head of the release pattern data of the second round, the processing is subsequently executed in order from the data of the first record of the set release pattern data.

  Next, the CPU 56 reads and sets the special winning opening designation value to be released in the release pattern data pointed to by the pointer (step S1407). Next, the CPU 56 adds 1 to the value of the pointer (step S1408), reads the opening time that is set next to the big winning opening designation value in the opening pattern data pointed to by the pointer, and opens the winning opening of the big winning opening or An opening / closing time timer for measuring the closing time is set (step S1409).

  Next, the CPU 56 controls the large winning opening to be opened to an open state (step S1410). Specifically, when a value (for example, “1”) for designating the first grand prize port is set as the grand prize port designation value in step S1407, the solenoid 21a is driven to set the first grand prize port. Control to open state. If a value (for example, “2”) for designating the second grand prize opening is set as the big prize designation value in step S1407, the solenoid 21b is driven to open the second big prize opening. Control.

  Next, the CPU 56 sets the value of the current round number counter in the EXT data, and performs control to transmit a special winning opening open designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S1411).

  Then, the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special winning opening opening process (step S306) (step S1412).

  24 and 25 are flowcharts showing the special winning opening opening process (step S306). In the special winning opening opening process, the CPU 56 first confirms whether or not a detection signal from the count switch corresponding to the special winning opening to be opened has been input (step S1451). Specifically, when a value (for example, “1”) for designating the first big prize opening is set as the big prize opening designation value in step S1407 of the big prize opening pre-processing, the first count switch 23a. It is confirmed whether the detection signal from is input. In addition, when a value (for example, “2”) for designating the second big prize opening is set as the big prize opening designation value in step S1407 of the big prize opening pre-processing, detection from the second count switch 23b. Check if a signal is input. When the count switch corresponding to the big winning opening to be released is turned on, that is, when a game ball won in the big winning opening is detected (Y in step S1451), the value of the winning number counter is incremented by one (step S1452). If the value of the winning prize counter after the addition becomes 10 (step S1453), the CPU 56 proceeds to step S1460.

  If the value of the winning number counter is less than 10, the CPU 56 subtracts 1 from the open / close time timer (step S1454), and checks whether the open / close time timer has timed out (step S1455). If the open / close time timer has not timed out, the process is terminated. If the open / close time timer has timed out, the CPU 56 adds 1 to the value of the pointer (step S1456), and checks whether or not the value in the open pattern data pointed to by the pointer is a value indicating the end code ( Step S1457). If the value indicates the end code, the process proceeds to step S1460.

  If the value in the opening pattern data pointed to by the pointer is not a value indicating the end code (that is, if the value indicates the closing time), the CPU 56 reads the closing time in the opening pattern data pointed to by the pointer and opens and closes the opening / closing time. The timer is set (step S1458).

  Next, the CPU 56 controls the first grand prize winning opening or the second big winning prize opening to be closed (step S1459). Specifically, when a value (for example, “1”) designating the first grand prize opening is set as the big prize opening designation value in step S1407 of the big prize opening opening pre-processing, the solenoid 21a is driven. Stop and control the first grand prize opening in a closed state. In addition, when a value (for example, “2”) for designating the second grand prize opening is set as the big prize opening designation value in step S1407 of the big prize opening pre-processing, the driving of the solenoid 21b is stopped. The second big prize opening is controlled to be closed.

  In step S1460, the CPU 56 performs processing for ending the round. Specifically, the CPU 56 first sets the value of the current round number counter in the EXT data, and performs control to transmit a designation command after opening the big prize opening to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S1460).

  Next, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the current big hit game is based on the sudden probability change big hit (step S1461). Whether or not it is based on sudden probability variation big hit is specifically determined by checking whether or not the data set in the big hit type buffer in step S74 of the special symbol normal processing is “03”. Can be judged.

  If the current big hit game is not suddenly based on a probabilistic big hit (that is, if it is based on a normal big hit or a probable big hit), the CPU 56 checks whether or not the value of the round number counter is 15 ( Step S1462). If the value of the round number counter is 15 (that is, if the final round has been completed), the process proceeds to step S1466. If the value of the round number counter is not 15 (that is, if there are remaining rounds), the process proceeds to step S1464.

  If the current big hit game is based on a sudden probability change big hit, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the value of the round number counter is 2 (step S 1463). If the value of the round number counter is 2 (that is, if the final round has been completed), the process proceeds to step S1466. If the value of the round number counter is not 2 (that is, if there are remaining rounds), the process proceeds to step S1464.

  When there are remaining rounds (N in Step S1462 or N in Step S1463), the CPU 56 sets the pre-round start time in the timer before opening the big prize opening (for example, in the effect display device 9 that a new round is started). A value (in this example, 1 second) corresponding to the notification time (interval effect is performed and corresponds to the period) is set (step S1464).

  Then, the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special winning opening opening pre-processing (step S305) (step S1465).

  If the final round has ended (Y in step S1462 or Y in step S1463), the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the big hit end process (step S307) (step S1466).

  FIG. 26 is a flowchart showing the jackpot end process (step S307) in the special symbol process. In the jackpot end process, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the jackpot end display timer is set (step S160). If the jackpot end display timer is set, the process proceeds to step S164. If the jackpot end display timer is not set, the jackpot flag is reset (step S161), and control for transmitting a jackpot end designation command is performed (step S162). Here, a big hit end 1 designation command is transmitted when it is a normal big hit, a big hit end 2 designation command is sent when it is a probable big hit, and a small hit / abrupt is sudden when it is a sudden probable big hit. Send a probable jackpot end designation command. Then, a value corresponding to the display time corresponding to the time during which the big hit end display is performed in the effect display device 9 (big hit end display time) is set in the big hit end display timer (step S163), and the processing is ended.

  In step S164, 1 is subtracted from the value of the jackpot end display timer. Then, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the value of the jackpot end display timer is 0, that is, whether or not the jackpot end display time has elapsed (step S165). If not, the process ends.

  If the big hit end display time has elapsed (Y in step S165), the CPU 56 checks whether the big hit type is a probability change big hit or a sudden probability change big hit (step S166). Whether or not it is a probable big hit or a sudden probable big hit is, specifically, whether the data set in the big hit type buffer in step S74 of the special symbol normal processing is any of “02” to “03” It can be determined by checking whether or not. If the probability change big hit or the sudden probability change big hit, the CPU 56 sets the probability change flag to shift the gaming state to the probability changing state (step S167), and sets the time reduction flag to change the gaming state to the time reduction state (step S168). ). Then, the process proceeds to step S171.

  If neither the probability change big hit nor the sudden probability change big hit is present (that is, if it is a normal big hit), the CPU 56 sets the time reduction flag and shifts the gaming state to the time reduction state (step S169). In addition, the CPU 56 sets a predetermined number of times (for example, 100 times) in a time reduction number counter for counting the number of fluctuations of the special symbol in the time reduction state (step S170). Then, the process proceeds to step S171.

  Then, the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol normal process (step S300) (step S171).

  FIG. 27 is a flowchart showing the small hit release pre-processing (step S308) executed in the small hit game. In the pre-opening process for small hits, the CPU 56 decrements the value of the timer for opening the big prize opening by -1 (step S2470). When the timer before opening the big prize opening times out (the value of the timer before opening the big prize opening is 0) (step S2471), the CPU 56 initializes the winning number counter (step S2472). That is, the value of the winning number counter is set to zero.

  Next, the CPU 56 sets a pointer at the head of the small hit opening pattern data (step S2474). Next, the CPU 56 reads the release time in the release pattern data pointed to by the pointer and sets it in the open / close time timer (step S2475).

  Next, the CPU 56 controls the first big prize opening to be in an open state (step S2476). Specifically, the solenoid 21a is driven to control the first grand prize winning opening. In addition, the CPU 56 sets a special winning opening open flag indicating that the special winning opening is open (step S2477).

  Then, the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the small hit release process (step S309) (step S2478).

  FIG. 28 is a flowchart showing the small hit releasing process (step S309). In the small hit opening process, the CPU 56 first subtracts 1 from the open / close time timer (step S2481), and checks whether the open / close time timer has timed out (step S2482). If the open / close time timer has not timed out, the process is terminated. If the open / close time timer has timed out, the CPU 56 adds 1 to the value of the pointer (step S2483), and checks whether or not the value in the open pattern data pointed to by the pointer is a value indicating the end code ( Step S2484). If the value indicates the end code, the process proceeds to step S2492.

  If the value in the opening pattern data pointed to by the pointer is not a value indicating an end code (that is, a value indicating an opening time or a closing time), the CPU 56 determines whether or not the big prize opening opening flag is set. Is confirmed (step S2485). If the big prize opening opening flag is not set (that is, if the first big prize opening is closed), the CPU 56 reads the opening time in the opening pattern data pointed to by the pointer and sets it in the opening / closing time timer. (Step S2486).

  Next, the CPU 56 controls the first big prize opening to be in an open state (step S2487). Specifically, the solenoid 21a is driven to control the first grand prize winning opening. Further, the CPU 56 sets a special winning opening open flag (step S2488).

  If the big prize opening opening flag is set (that is, if the first big prize opening is being opened), the CPU 56 reads the closing time in the opening pattern data pointed to by the pointer and sets it in the opening / closing time timer. (Step S2489).

  Next, the CPU 56 controls the first big prize opening to be closed (step S2490). Specifically, the drive of the solenoid 21a is stopped and the first big prize opening is controlled to the open state. Further, the CPU 56 resets the special winning opening open flag (step S2491).

  If the end code is determined in step S2487, the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the small hit end process (step S310) (step S2492).

  FIG. 29 is a flowchart showing the small hit end process (step S310) in the special symbol process. In the small hit end process, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the small hit end display timer is set (step S2160). If the small hit end display timer is set, the process proceeds to step S2164. If the small hit end display timer is not set, the small hit flag is reset (step S2161), and a control for transmitting a small hit / sudden probability sudden change big hit end designation command is performed (step S2162). Then, a value corresponding to the display time corresponding to the time during which the small hit end display is performed in the effect display device 9 (small hit end display time) is set in the small hit end display timer (step S2163). finish.

  In step S2164, 1 is subtracted from the value of the small hit end display timer. Then, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the value of the small hit end display timer is 0, that is, whether or not the small hit end display time has elapsed (step S2165). If not, the process ends.

  If the small hit end display time has elapsed (Y in step S2165), the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol normal process (step S300) (step S2166).

  FIG. 30 is a flowchart showing an example of a program of the special symbol display control process (step S36) executed by the game control microcomputer 560 (specifically, the CPU 56) mounted on the main board 31. In the special symbol display control process, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the value of the special symbol process flag is 3 (step S3201). If the value of the special symbol process flag is 3 (that is, if the special symbol variation processing is being executed), the CPU 56 sets the special symbol display control data for special symbol variation display for setting the special symbol display control data. Processing for setting or updating the output buffer is performed (step S3202). In this case, the CPU 56 sets or updates special symbol display control data for performing variable display of the special symbol (the first special symbol or the second special symbol) indicated by the special symbol pointer. For example, if the fluctuation speed is 1 frame / 0.2 seconds, the value of the special symbol display control data set in the output buffer is incremented by 1 every time 0.2 seconds elapse. After that, display control processing (see step S22) is executed, and a drive signal is output to the special symbol displays 8a and 8b in accordance with the contents of the output buffer for setting the special symbol display control data. The special symbol display on the special symbol indicators 8a and 8b is executed.

  If the value of the special symbol process flag is not 3, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the value of the special symbol process flag is 4 (step S3203). If the value of the special symbol process flag is 4 (that is, when the special symbol stop processing is entered), the CPU 56 stops the special symbol stop symbol set in the special symbol normal processing. Processing for setting the display control data in the output buffer for setting the special symbol display control data is performed (step S3204). In this case, the CPU 56 sets special symbol display control data for stopping and displaying the stop symbol of the special symbol (the first special symbol or the second special symbol) indicated by the special symbol pointer. After that, display control processing (see step S22) is executed, and a drive signal is output to the special symbol displays 8a and 8b in accordance with the contents of the output buffer for setting the special symbol display control data. The special symbol stop symbols are stopped and displayed on the special symbol indicators 8a and 8b. In addition, since the setting data is not changed after the process of step S3204 is executed and the special symbol display control data for the stop symbol display is set, the latest special symbol display control data is displayed in the display control process of step S22. Based on this, the latest stop symbol is stopped and displayed until the next variable display is started. If the value of the special symbol process flag is 2 or 3 in step S3201 (that is, if either the display result designation command transmission process or the special symbol variation process), the special symbol variation display is performed. The special symbol display control data may be updated. In this case, the display result designation command transmission process also varies in order to prevent a deviation between the variation time recognized on the game control microcomputer 560 side and the variation time recognized on the effect control microcomputer 100 side. What is necessary is just to comprise so that 1 may subtract a time timer.

  In this embodiment, the special symbol display control data is set in the output buffer according to the value of the special symbol process flag. However, in the special symbol process, the start flag is set at the start of the variation of the special symbol. In addition, an end flag may be set at the end of the variation of the special symbol. In the special symbol display control process (step S36), the CPU 56 starts updating the value of the special symbol display control data based on the start flag being set, and based on the end flag being set. Thus, special symbol display control data for stopping and displaying the stop symbol may be set.

  As described above, according to this embodiment, as the variable winning means, the first variable winning means (first special variable winning ball apparatus 20a in this example) and the second variable winning means (in this example, A second special variable winning ball apparatus 20b). In addition, the variable winning means is changed to the first state (in this example, the open state) for the first period (in this example, 29 seconds), the first specific gaming state (in this example, the big hit game based on the normal big hit or the probability variable big hit) State) and the second specific gaming state (the gaming state different from the normal gaming state after the variable winning means is changed to the first state for a second period (in this example, 1 second) shorter than the first period) In this example, a big hit gaming state based on sudden probability change big hit) and a special gaming state in which the variable winning means is controlled to the first state after changing the variable winning means to the first state for the second period. (In this example, it is controllable to a small hit gaming state). When controlling to the second specific gaming state and controlling to the special gaming state, either one of the first variable winning means or the second variable winning means (in this example, the first winning prize) When the special variable winning ball apparatus 20a) is changed to the first state for the second period and is controlled to the first specific gaming state, the variable winning of either one of the first variable winning means or the second variable winning means is performed. After the means (in this example, the first special variable winning ball apparatus 20a) is changed to the first state for the first period, the first variable winning means and the second variable winning means are changed to the first state in a predetermined order. (In this example, the first special variable winning ball device 20a and the second special variable winning ball device 20b are alternately controlled to be opened). Therefore, since the change mode of the variable winning means changes after the first period in the first specific gaming state, in the gaming machine equipped with a plurality of variable winning means, the change mode of the variable winning means can be noted, The interest in games can be improved.

  In this embodiment, the first big prize opening is controlled to be open for 29 seconds over two rounds in the case of a normal big hit or a probable big hit, and then the first big prize opening and the third round to the fifteenth round Although the case where the second grand prize opening is controlled to be opened alternately has been shown, the first big prize opening and the second big prize opening may be controlled to be opened according to a predetermined order. It does not have to be controlled to the open state. For example, after the 3rd round, the first grand prize opening → the first grand prize opening → the second grand prize opening → the first grand prize opening → the first grand prize opening → the second grand prize opening ... It may be controlled to the state as long as it controls the first grand prize winning opening and the second big winning prize opening to the open state according to some determined order. Even in the case where the special winning opening is opened in an irregular order as described above, as shown in this embodiment, after the second large winning opening on the downstream side is closed, the upstream You may make it shorten the time until the 1st big winning opening on the side is opened.

  Further, according to this embodiment, the first variable winning means and the second variable winning means are different in the ease of winning the game ball. Specifically, in this embodiment, the second special variable winning ball device 20b is easier to win than the first special variable winning ball device 20a. Then, when controlling to the second specific game state and controlling to the special game state, the variable winning means that is difficult for the game ball to win is changed to the first state for the second period. Therefore, in the second specific game state and the special game state, it is difficult for the game ball to win the variable winning means, so that the game can be sharpened and the interest in the game can be improved.

  In this embodiment, the case where the second special variable winning ball device 20b is made larger than the first special variable winning ball device 20a to make it easier to win the second big prize opening is shown. The method of making the easiness of winning the winning prize is not limited to that shown in this embodiment. For example, the ease with which a game ball launched from a ball striking device is guided through the game area 7 to the first grand prize opening and the route to the second big prize opening is determined. It may be configured differently (for example, a path is formed so that a game ball is easily guided to the opening of one of the big winning openings). In this case, for example, it is easy to win a prize in the first prize winning opening and the second prize winning opening by changing the position of each big winning opening, the length of the route, and the arrangement of the obstacles and nails as obstacles. What is necessary is just to make it different. In addition, for example, the first special variable winning ball apparatus 20a disposed on the upstream side by making the first special variable winning ball apparatus 20a and the second special variable winning ball apparatus 20b have the same size. May be easier to win. In addition, for example, even if one large winning opening is smaller than the other large winning opening, a path is formed or a position is arranged so that the game ball is easily guided, so that the other It may be configured so that it is easier to win than the big winning opening.

  Further, according to this embodiment, the first variable winning means is provided at an upstream position where the game ball flows down, and the second variable winning means is provided at a downstream position where the game ball flows down. When the first variable winning means and the second variable winning means are changed to the first state according to a predetermined order, the second variable winning means is changed to the first state after the first variable winning means is changed to the second state. The first variable winning means is changed to the first state after the second variable winning means is changed to the second state than the period until the time is changed (in this example, the closing time T3 shown in FIG. 9A). The first variable winning means and the second variable winning means are controlled so as to shorten the period (in this example, the closing time T4 shown in FIG. 9). Therefore, it is possible to make it easy for the variable winning means to win the game ball, so that the interest in the game can be improved.

  It should be noted that, in the embodiment described above, when an abnormal winning at the first grand prize winning port or the second big winning prize is detected, the abnormality notifying LEDs 24a and 24b may be used to notify the abnormality. Good. Hereinafter, a modified example in the case of notifying the abnormal winning to the first grand prize winning opening or the second big winning prize opening will be described.

  FIG. 31 is a flowchart showing a processing example of a winning notification process in the case of notifying an abnormal winning to the first big winning opening or the second big winning opening. In the modification shown in FIG. 31, in the winning notification process, the CPU 56 first reads the switch-on buffer set in the switch process (step S21) (step S2121). Next, the CPU 56 reads the value of the special symbol process flag (step S2122), and checks whether or not the value of the special symbol process flag is 5 or more (step S2123).

  If the value of the special symbol process flag is less than 5, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the second count switch 23b is in the ON state based on the switch-on buffer read in step S2121 (step S2124). If the second count switch 23b is in the ON state, an initial abnormality notification flag indicating that the first abnormal winning to the second big prize opening has already been notified after turning on the power to the gaming machine is set. It is confirmed whether or not (step S2125). If the first abnormality notification flag is not set (that is, after the power to the gaming machine is turned on, if the abnormal winning to the second big prize opening has not been notified yet), the CPU 56 notifies the abnormality notification LED 24b. Control to turn on is performed (step S2126). On the other hand, if the first abnormality notification flag is set (that is, if the first abnormal winning to the second big prize opening has already been notified after powering on the gaming machine), the CPU 56 notifies the abnormality notification. Control for turning on the LED 24a is performed (step S2127). Then, if not set, the CPU 56 sets a first abnormality notification flag (step S2128).

  If the second count switch 23b is not turned on, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the first count switch 23a is turned on based on the switch-on buffer read in step S2121 (step S2129). . If the first count switch 23a is in the on state, the CPU 56 performs control to turn on the abnormality notification LED 24a (step S2130).

  In step S2123, the value of the special symbol process flag is less than 5 (that is, any one of 0 to 4) means that the special symbol normal process (step S300) to the special symbol stop in the special symbol process shown in FIG. This means that any one of the processes (step S304) can be executed. That is, it is a state in which neither the big winning game state nor the small winning game state is controlled, and the opening control of the first big winning port or the second big winning port is not performed. Nevertheless, in step S2124 and S2129, it is determined as Y and the winning to the first grand prize opening or the second big prize opening is detected. It indicates that something is wrong or wrong. Therefore, when the value of the special symbol process flag is less than 5 in step S2123, the CPU 56 detects that the first count switch 23a or the second count switch 23b is on in steps S2124 and S2129. It is determined that an abnormal winning to the big winning mouth or the second big winning mouth has occurred, and control is performed to turn on the abnormality notifying LED 24a or the abnormality notifying LED 24b.

  On the other hand, if the value of the special symbol process flag is 5 or more (that is, any of 5 to 10) in step S2123, the special symbol process processing shown in FIG. Means that one of the small hit end processing (step S310) is being executed. In other words, it is a period in which the first big prize opening or the second big prize opening can be controlled while being controlled to the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state, and the game to the first big winning prize mouth or the second big winning prize mouth There can be a winning ball. Therefore, if the value of the special symbol process flag is 5 or more in step S2123, the CPU 56 ends the winning notification process.

  Although not shown in FIG. 31, after the abnormality notification LEDs 24a and 24b are turned on and the abnormality notification is started in steps S2126, S2127, and S2130, for example, the abnormality notification is performed based on the elapse of a predetermined period. Should be terminated. In this case, for example, a timer may be set when abnormality notification starts, and the abnormality notification LEDs 24a and 24b may be turned off based on the time-out of the timer to end abnormality notification. Further, for example, after the abnormality notification is started, the abnormality notification may be ended based on the fact that an error cancel button or the like is pressed by a game clerk or the like.

  According to the modification shown in FIG. 31, when an abnormal winning of a game ball to the first variable winning means (in this example, the first special variable winning ball apparatus 20a) is detected, the second variable winning means (this example) Then, the abnormal winning is notified in a different notification mode when the abnormal winning of the game ball to the second special variable winning ball apparatus 20b) is detected. Specifically, when an abnormal winning to the first special variable winning ball apparatus 20a (first first prize opening) is detected, the abnormality notifying LED 24a is turned on, whereas the first after turning on the power to the gaming machine. When an abnormal winning to the second special variable winning ball apparatus 20b (second big winning opening) is detected, the abnormality notifying LED 24b is turned on. Therefore, it is possible to recognize to which variable winning means the abnormal winning has occurred.

  Further, according to the modification shown in FIG. 31, when an abnormal winning to the first special variable winning ball apparatus 20a (first big winning opening) is detected, the abnormality notifying LED 24a is turned on while the gaming machine is turned on. When an abnormal winning to the second special variable winning ball apparatus 20b (second big prize opening) is detected for the first time after the power is turned on, the abnormality notification is performed in a different notification mode (in this example, the abnormality notification LED 24b is lit). For example, when performing an error inspection at the time of factory shipment of a gaming machine, even if both an abnormal winning at the first grand prize winning opening and an abnormal winning at the second big winning prize are generated at the same time, It is possible to distinguish whether it is an abnormal prize at the prize opening or an abnormal prize at the second big prize opening, and each of the abnormal prize winning at the first big prize opening and the abnormal prize winning at the second big prize opening It can be inspected that it can be detected normally. On the other hand, in the case of detecting an abnormal prize for the second time or later, the same abnormality notification LED 24a is lit even when an abnormal prize is detected in any of the big prize openings. Only needs to check the abnormality notification LED 24a, and can easily find an abnormal prize.

  In the modification shown in FIG. 31, when a big hit game is not being played (when the value of the special symbol process flag is less than 5), an abnormality is detected immediately when the ON state of the first count switch 23a or the second count switch 23b is detected. Although the case where the notification is made is shown, the number of detections of the ON state of the first count switch 23a and the second count switch 23b is counted and the detection number has reached a predetermined threshold. You may make it alert | report an abnormality on condition.

  Further, in the modification shown in FIG. 31, even if a big hit game is being played (even if the value of the special symbol process flag is 5 or more), the game ball is placed in the big winning opening which is not to be released out of the two big winning openings. Even when a prize is won over a predetermined threshold, it may be determined that the prize is abnormal and an abnormality notification may be made. In this case, after the big winning opening to be opened is closed, the presence of a game ball detected by the count switch is taken into account, and an abnormal determination is made during a big hit game (the value of the special symbol process flag is 5 or more) The threshold value used for the value may be larger than the threshold value used for the abnormality determination when the big hit game is not being performed (the value of the special symbol process flag is less than 5).

  Further, in the modification shown in FIG. 31, when an abnormal winning to the second special variable winning ball apparatus 20b (second big winning opening) is first detected after turning on the power to the gaming machine, the abnormality notification LED 24b is turned on. However, the method of making the abnormal winning notification mode different is not limited to this mode. For example, the second special variable winning ball apparatus 20b (second large first) after the power supply to the gaming machine is turned on. When an abnormal winning to (winning opening) is detected, both the abnormality notification LED 24a and the abnormality notification LED 24b may be lit.

  Further, in the modification shown in FIG. 31, the case where abnormality is notified by turning on the abnormality notification LEDs 24 a and 24 b is shown, but the form of abnormality notification is not limited to such a form. For example, the game control microcomputer 560 transmits a command indicating that an abnormal winning is detected to the effect control microcomputer 100, and the effect control microcomputer 100 receives the command. Then, an abnormality notification screen may be displayed on the effect display device 9, the frame LED 28 may be lit or blinked in a predetermined notification pattern, or a predetermined notification sound may be output from the speaker 27. Further, for example, the game control microcomputer 560 may externally output an external output signal indicating that an abnormal winning is detected to a hall computer or the like.

  Further, in the modification shown in FIG. 31, the case where the abnormality winning notification mode is changed by using the two abnormality notification LEDs 24a and 24b is shown, but the abnormality winning notification is performed using only one abnormality notification LED. You may make it vary a mode. For example, when an abnormal winning is detected at the first second prize winning port after turning on the power to the gaming machine, the abnormality notification LED 24a is blinked so that an abnormal winning at the second winning prize winning after the second time is made. If detected, the same abnormality notification LED 24a may be turned on.

  Further, in the modification shown in FIG. 31, for example, the first abnormality notification flag is stored in the backup RAM, and after the abnormal winning notification manner to the second big prize opening is changed once, the next time the RAM is stored. Until the initialization is performed, the notification mode of the abnormal winning at the second big winning opening may be the same as the notification mode of the abnormal winning at the first big winning opening.

  In addition, in the modification shown in FIG. 31, the case where the notification mode of abnormal winning to the second big prize opening is changed only once after the power to the gaming machine is turned on is not limited to once but to the gaming machine. You may make it differ the alerting | reporting aspect of the abnormal winning to the 2nd big winning opening of the predetermined times after power-on. For example, after the power to the gaming machine is turned on, the abnormality notification LED 24b may be lit up to twice when an abnormal winning at the second grand prize opening is detected.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, the case where the big prize opening is opened only once per round in the big hit gaming state is shown, but the big prize opening may be opened a plurality of times per round. . Hereinafter, a description will be given of a modification in the case where the big winning opening is configured to be opened a plurality of times per round in the big hit gaming state.

  FIG. 32 is a flowchart showing the big winning opening opening process (step S306) when the big winning opening is configured to be opened a plurality of times per round in the big hit gaming state. In the modified example shown in FIG. 32, in the pre-opening process for the big prize opening (see FIG. 23), if the big winning opening to be opened is controlled to be in the open state by executing step S1410, The flag shall be set.

  In the modification shown in FIG. 32, the processes in steps S1451 to S1457 are the same as those shown in FIG. If the value in the opening pattern data pointed to by the pointer in step S1457 is not a value indicating an end code (that is, if the value indicates an opening time or a closing time), the CPU 56 sets the big prize opening opening flag. It is confirmed whether or not (step S1457A). If the big winning opening open flag is not set (that is, if the big winning opening to be opened is closed), the CPU 56 reads the opening time in the opening pattern data pointed to by the pointer, and stores it in the opening / closing time timer. Set (step S1457B).

  Next, the CPU 56 controls the large winning opening to be opened to an open state (step S1457C). Specifically, when a value (for example, “1”) for designating the first grand prize opening is set as the big prize opening designation value in step S1407 of the big prize opening pre-processing, the solenoid 21a is driven. To control the first grand prize opening to the open state. If a value (for example, “2”) for designating the second big prize opening is set as the big prize opening designation value in step S1407 of the big prize opening pre-processing, the solenoid 21b is driven to set the second prize winning opening designation value. Control the big prize opening to the open state. Further, the CPU 56 sets a special winning opening open flag (step S1457D).

  If the big prize opening open flag is set (that is, if the big prize opening to be opened is being opened), the CPU 56 reads the closing time in the opening pattern data pointed to by the pointer, and stores it in the opening / closing time timer. It is set (step S1458).

  Next, the CPU 56 controls the open prize winning opening to be closed (step S1459). Specifically, when a value (for example, “1”) designating the first grand prize opening is set as the big prize opening designation value in step S1407 of the big prize opening opening pre-processing, the solenoid 21a is driven. Stop and control the first grand prize opening in a closed state. In addition, when a value (for example, “2”) for designating the second grand prize opening is set as the big prize opening designation value in step S1407 of the big prize opening pre-processing, the driving of the solenoid 21b is stopped. The second big prize opening is controlled to be closed. Further, the CPU 56 resets the special winning opening open flag (step S1459A).

  Note that in the modified example shown in FIG. 32, the processes after step S1460 are the same as those shown in FIG.

  In the above-described embodiment, in order to notify the effect control microcomputer 100 of the change pattern indicating the change mode such as the change time, the type of reach effect, the presence / absence of the pseudo-ream, etc., 1 is used when the change is started. Although an example in which one variation pattern command is transmitted has been shown, the variation pattern may be notified to the effect control microcomputer 100 by two or more commands. Specifically, in the case of notifying by two commands, the game control microcomputer 560 uses the first command to indicate whether there is a pseudo-ream, a slip effect, etc. before reaching (so-called if not reach). A command indicating the variation time and variation mode before the second stop) is transmitted, and the second command has reached the reach such as the type of reach and presence / absence of re-lottery effect (if the reach is not reach, so-called first) You may make it transmit the command which shows the fluctuation | variation time and fluctuation | variation aspect (after 2 stop). In this case, the effect control microcomputer 100 may perform effect control in variable display based on the variable time derived from the combination of two commands. The game control microcomputer 560 notifies the change time by each of the two commands, and the effect control microcomputer 100 selects the specific change mode executed at each timing. It may be. When sending two commands, two commands may be sent within the same timer interrupt. After sending the first command, a certain period of time has passed (for example, the next timer interrupt). The second command may be transmitted. Note that the variation mode indicated by each command is not limited to this example, and the order of transmission can be appropriately changed. In this way, by notifying the variation pattern by two or more commands, the amount of data that must be stored as the variation pattern command can be reduced.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, “the ratio is different” is not limited to only those having different ratios such as A: B = 70%: 30% or A: B = 30%: 70%, This is a concept including a ratio that is different in a relationship of A: B = 100%: 0% (that is, one with 100% allocation and the other with 0% allocation).

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

  In the above-described embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 directly transmits a command to the effect control microcomputer 100. However, the game control microcomputer 560 transmits another command (for example, FIG. 3). The sound output board 70 and the lamp driver board 35 shown in FIG. 5 or the sound / lamp board having the function of the circuit mounted on the sound output board 70 and the function of the circuit mounted on the lamp driver board 35). A control command may be transmitted and transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100 on the effect control board 80 via another board. In that case, the command may simply pass through another board, or the sound output board 70, the lamp driver board 35, and the sound / lamp board are equipped with control means such as a microcomputer, and the control means receives the command. In response to this, control related to sound control and lamp control is executed, and the received command is changed as it is or, for example, to a simplified command to control the effect display device 9. You may make it transmit to. Even in that case, the effect control microcomputer 100 performs the display control in accordance with the effect control command directly received from the game control microcomputer 560 in the above-described embodiment. Display control can be performed in accordance with commands received from the board 35 or the sound / lamp board.

  In the above embodiment, a pachinko machine is taken as an example of the gaming machine. However, according to the present invention, a predetermined number of bets are set by inserting medals, and a plurality of types are set according to the operation of the operation lever by the player. When the symbol is rotated and the symbol is stopped according to the stop button operation by the player, if the combination of the stop symbol becomes a specific symbol combination, it applies to a slot machine in which a predetermined number of medals are paid out to the player It is also possible.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, the game machine uses a game medium as an example. However, the game machine according to the present invention is not limited to a game machine that pays out a predetermined number of game media, and a game ball The present invention can also be applied to an enclosed game machine that encloses game media such as the above and gives a score when a prize granting condition is satisfied.

  The present invention performs a predetermined game by launching a game medium into a game area, and controls a specific game state in which a round game advantageous to the player is executed a plurality of times when the game result becomes a specific game result. It is preferably applied to a gaming machine.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Pachinko machine 8a 1st special symbol display device 8b 2nd special symbol display device 9 Production display device 13 1st starting winning port 14 2nd starting winning port 20a 1st special variable winning ball device 20b 2nd special variable winning ball device 31 Game control board (main board)
56 CPU
560 Game control microcomputer 80 Production control board 100 Production control microcomputer 101 Production control CPU
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Claims (1)

A gaming machine that changes a variable winning means that can be changed to either a first state that is advantageous to a player or a second state that is disadvantageous to the player, based on the fact that a predetermined condition is established. There,
The variable winning means includes a first variable winning means and a second variable winning means,
The first variable winning means is provided at an upstream position where the game medium flows down,
The second variable winning means is provided at a downstream position where the game medium flows down,
Control is possible between a first advantageous state in which the variable winning means is changed to the first state in the first period and a second advantageous state in which the variable winning means is changed to the first state in the second period shorter than the first period. State control means;
An abnormal winning notification means for notifying an abnormal winning of a game medium to the variable winning means;
The state control means includes
In the case of controlling to the second advantageous state, one of the first variable winning means and the second variable winning means is changed to the first state,
In the case of controlling to the first advantageous state, after changing one of the first variable winning means and the second variable winning means to the first state, the first variable winning means. Changing the means and the second variable winning means to the first state according to a predetermined order,
When changing the first variable winning means and the second variable winning means to the first state, the first variable winning means is changed to the second state and then the second variable winning means is changed to the first state. The first variable winning means is shorter than the period until the first variable winning means is changed to the second state and the first variable winning means is changed to the first state. And controlling the second variable winning means,
The abnormal winning notification means is different depending on whether the abnormal winning of the game medium to the first variable winning means is detected or the abnormal winning of the game medium to the second variable winning means is detected. A gaming machine characterized by notifying of abnormal winnings.

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