JP6026780B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention performs a variable display, about the control that can be a game machine to an advantageous advantageous state for Yu technique's.

  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 number of prize balls are paid out to the player. There is something to be done. Further, a variable display device capable of variably displaying the identification information (also referred to as “fluctuation”) is provided, and when the display result of the variable display of the identification information in the variable display device becomes a specific display result, a predetermined game value Are configured to give the player.

  The game value is the right that the state of the special variable winning ball device provided in the gaming area of the gaming machine is advantageous for a player who is easy to win, and the right for becoming advantageous for a player. Or a condition where a condition for paying out a winning ball is easily established.

  In the pachinko gaming machine, when a specific display result is derived and displayed, it is controlled to a specific gaming state (for example, a big hit gaming state). The derived display means that the identification information (symbol) is finally stopped and displayed. In the specific gaming state, the special variable winning device (large winning opening) is opened a predetermined number of times so that the game ball can easily 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. Hereinafter, the period during which each special winning opening is open may be referred to as a round.

  This type of gaming machine usually determines immediately whether or not to make a big hit or reach based on the start winning when the game ball starts to win in the start winning opening provided in the game area. Instead, each random number value is read out at a timing when the variable display based on the start winning can be started, and it is determined whether or not to make a big hit or reach.

  On the other hand, such a gaming machine is configured to pre-read each random number value in advance and determine whether or not it will be a big hit or reach before executing the variable display based on the start winning prize. There are some (see, for example, Patent Document 1). In the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1, the game control means holds the stored storage information indicating that there has been a start prize (information indicating which of the two pieces of identification information the start prize is received and the number of reserved memories) Command for designating information) and a command for designating the result of the pre-reading determination are transmitted to the effect control means, and the effect control means is based on the received command before the variable display based on the start winning prize is executed. It is configured so as to determine whether or not to execute a notice effect for notifying the possibility of occurrence or the like (see, for example, Patent Document 1).

  Patent Document 2 describes a gaming machine that includes an operation unit that receives an operation input from a player and performs control to shorten the variation time of identification information in accordance with the player's operation input.

JP 2010-35879 A (FIGS. 15, 16, etc.) JP 2006-181066 A

The gaming machine described in Patent Document 1 can perform a notice effect. In addition, the gaming machine described in Patent Document 2 can shorten a variable display period in which variable display is performed in accordance with a player's operation input. However, in either case, the notice effect and the function of shortening the variable display period are not controlled in relation to each other, and there is room for improving the interest.

Accordingly, an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine that can perform control in association with a notice effect and a function of shortening a variable display period, and can improve the interest of the game.

(1) a gaming machine according to the present invention performs the variable display, favorable advantageous conditions for Yu technique's (e.g., jackpot gaming state) a controllable gaming machine detectable manipulate the player's operation detecting means (e.g., operation buttons 120) and, information pending information about the variable display not started but not yet (e.g., random R (jackpot determining random number) and a hardware random number, jackpot type is a software random number Reservation storage means (for example, a first reservation storage buffer or a second reservation storage) that can be stored as a determination random number (random 1), a variation pattern type determination random number (random 2), a variation pattern determination random number (random 3), etc. run a buffer), decision means for determining whether or not to control the advantageous state (e.g., step S61, S62 in the gaming control microcomputer 560 That a portion, etc.), determined as judged determination Priority determination means for determining whether or not is controlled advantageously state before determining the constant unit (e.g., portions for performing the steps S1217, S1228 in the gaming control microcomputer 560), determine based on the determine the constant results of fixed means, the variable display that is executed before the first variable display, announcement attraction determining means for determining whether to execute a prediction effect (e.g., in effect control microcomputer 100 step S234: the portion, and so on) that perform the (step S2341~S2347 see FIG. 23), based on the determination result of the decision means, variable display period determining means for determining a row cormorants variable display period variable display (eg, a game The part for executing step S105 in the control microcomputer 560) and variable display period determination means Variable display execution means variable display period derives displays the display result of the variable display when the elapsed which (e.g., the portion including executing step S8302 in effect control microcomputer 100) and a variable display execution means The display result of the variable display before the elapse of the variable display period determined by the variable display period determining means based on the operation detected by the operation detecting means during execution of the variable display that is not the target of the notice effect. includes a variable display time reduction means for deriving display (e.g., portions for performing the steps S81031~S81033 and step S8302 in the gaming control microcomputer 560), the variable display time reduction means may perform a prediction effect by announcement attraction determination means Then, depending on whether it is determined, the variable displayed in a different manner The period is shortened (for example, steps S81031 to S81033 and step S8302 in the game control microcomputer 560 are performed based on the skip point designation command transmitted according to the state of the prefetch flag in step S12606 in the game control microcomputer 560. A part to be executed).
According to such a configuration, since the variable display period is shortened in a different manner depending on whether or not the execution of the notice effect is determined, control that associates the notice effect and the function for shortening the variable display period is performed. Can improve the interest of the game.

(2) In the gaming machine of the above (1), when the operation detection means is determined to execute the notice effect by the notice effect determination means, the operation of the player is compared to when the notice effect is not executed. It may be configured such that the operation reception period during which it can be detected is long (for example, this is realized by executing step S12601 in the game control microcomputer 560: see FIG. 59).
According to such a configuration, since the period during which the operation is possible when the execution of the notice effect is determined is long, the player will respond appropriately to the player's desire to quickly execute the variable display that is the object of the notice effect. Can do.

(3) In the gaming machine of the above (1) or (2), when the variable display period shortening means shortens the variable display period to a specific timing when it is determined to perform the notice effect by the notice effect. can optionally be configured to limit shortening of the variable display period until the variable display of the display result is a notice subject of the announcement attraction is derived displayed after the specific timing (for example, for a game control This is realized by executing step S1092 in the microcomputer 560 (see FIG. 60).
According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the variable display period from being erroneously shortened to the variable display that is the target of the notice effect.

(4) In the gaming machines of the above (1) to (3), the notice effect determining means has a plurality of kinds of notice effects (for example, “symbols” having different effect modes depending on whether or not to be controlled to the advantageous state. ”Change of change mode at the time of change”, “Mode change”, “Countdown”, “Change in hold ball”) can be determined. depending on either or running Then determine the announcement attraction of, which may be configured to reduce the variable display period to different timings (e.g., with respect to the variation pattern for each aspect of the look-ahead warning This is realized by setting a skip point (see FIG. 6).
According to such a configuration, it is possible to shorten the variable display period according to the mode of the notice effect, and to improve the interest of the game.

(5) In the above gaming machines (1) to (4), the variable display period shortening means is the operation detecting means during execution of variable display when the notice effect determining means has not decided to execute the notice effect. based particular operation is detected by a possible shortening a variable display period until a predetermined timing of the variable display, when running Then determine the announcement attraction by informational display determining means, variable display (e.g., Based on the detection of the operation by the operation detection means during the execution of the variable display A to the variable display D shown in FIG. which may be by Uni configurations are possible shorten a variable display period until the timing) where the variable display E shown in FIG. 60 is started (e.g., a micro computer for game control In step S12606 of the special symbol variation process 560, a plurality of skip point designation commands are continuously transmitted according to a plurality of variation displays to be skipped, or skip points are set at the start of variation display of a notice target. This is realized by sending a skip point designation command.)
According to such a configuration, when the execution of the notice effect is determined, the variable display period can be shortened to the variable display that is the object of the notice effect, so the player who wants to execute the variable display of the notice object early. Can respond appropriately to the feelings of

It is the front view which looked at the pachinko game machine from the front. It is a block diagram which shows the circuit structural example of a game control board (main board). It is a block diagram showing an example of circuit configuration of an effect control board, a lamp driver board and an audio output board. It is a flowchart which shows the main process which CPU in a main board | substrate performs. It is a flowchart which shows a 4 ms timer interruption process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the variation pattern of the production | presentation symbol prepared beforehand. It is explanatory drawing which shows each random number. It is explanatory drawing which shows a big hit determination table, a small hit determination table, and a big hit type determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the variation pattern classification determination table for big hits. It is explanatory drawing which shows the variation pattern classification determination table for deviation. It is explanatory drawing which shows a hit fluctuation pattern determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows a deviation variation pattern determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of an effect control command. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of an effect control command. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of the symbol designation | designated command. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of a fluctuation category command. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of a fluctuation category command. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of a skip point designation | designated 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 holding | maintenance specific area | region and a holding buffer. It is a flowchart which shows the effect process at the time of winning. It is a flowchart which shows prefetch notice determination processing. 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 skip possibility determination 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 a flowchart which shows a big 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 presentation control main process which CPU for presentation control performs. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a command reception buffer. It is a flowchart which shows a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows a command analysis process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the command storage area at the time of a start winning prize. It is a flowchart which shows production control process processing. It is a flowchart which shows prefetch notice effect determination processing. It is a flowchart which shows prefetch notice effect determination processing. It is a flowchart which shows prefetch notice effect determination processing. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of a prefetch notice allocation table. It is a flowchart which shows a fluctuation pattern command reception waiting process. It is a flowchart which shows an effect design fluctuation start process. It is a flowchart which shows an effect design fluctuation start process. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the stop symbol of an effect symbol. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of process data. It is a flowchart which shows the process during effect design change. It is a flowchart which shows an effect design fluctuation stop process. It is a flowchart which shows a big hit display process. It is a flowchart which shows a big hit end effect process. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of a step-up notice effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of a skip process. It is a time chart which shows an example of a skip process. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of a skip process. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of a skip process. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating a skip operation effective period. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating a skip operation effective period. It is a time chart which shows an example of a skip process.

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

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

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

  An effect display device 9 composed of a liquid crystal display device (LCD) is provided near the center of the game area 7. The display screen of the effect display device 9 includes an effect symbol display area for performing variable display of the effect symbol in synchronization with the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol. 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.

  Note that, in this embodiment, a case is shown in which the effect symbol display is performed as a liquid crystal display effect in the effect display device 9, but the effect performed in the effect display device 9 is the one shown in this embodiment. For example, an effect having a predetermined story characteristic may be executed, and an effect may be executed in which the result of the story is displayed based on the determination result of the jackpot determination or the variation pattern. For example, perform a battle effect where professional wrestling or soccer matches and enemy characters fight, perform an effect to win the game or battle if it is a big hit, and perform an effect to defeat the game or battle if it is off Also good. Further, for example, instead of displaying the result such as winning or losing, an effect may be executed in which a predetermined story such as a story is developed in order.

  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 when it is a big hit, it is displayed in red. When the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display 8b, the display color reminiscent of the jackpot in the fourth symbol display area 9d for the second special symbol. (The display color is different from the loss. For example, the display color is blue in the case of loss and red in the case of a big hit. The display color may be changed depending on whether it is 5R probability variation big hit, 10R probability variation big hit or 2R probability variation big hit). The display color at the time is desirably a display color (for example, black) different from the background image in order to prevent the display color from being assimilated with the background image and disappearing.

  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 left side of the lower part of the game board 6, a first special symbol display (first variable display portion) 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. On the lower right side of the game board 6, a second special symbol display (second variable display portion) 8b for variably displaying the second special symbol as identification information is provided. The second special symbol display 8b is realized by a simple and small display (for example, 7 segment LED) capable of variably displaying 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.

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

  On the side of the second special symbol display 8b, 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.

  In addition, at the lower part of the display screen of the effect display device 9, there is provided a total pending storage display unit 18c for displaying the total number (total number of pending storage) that is the sum of the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number. ing. In this embodiment, the total pending storage display unit 18c that displays the total number is provided, so that it is possible to easily grasp the total number of execution conditions that have not met the variable display start condition. . In this embodiment, in the total hold storage display unit 18c, the first hold memory and the second hold memory are displayed side by side in the winning order to the first start winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14, It is displayed in a manner capable of recognizing whether it is the first reserved memory or the second reserved memory (for example, the first reserved memory is displayed in red and the second reserved memory is displayed in blue).

  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.

  In this embodiment, as will be described later, the game control microcomputer 560 that controls the change display of the special symbol transmits a change pattern command that can specify the change time, and the effect control microcomputer 100 receives the change pattern command. The variation display of the effect symbol is controlled according to the variation time specified by the variation pattern command. Therefore, since the variation time is specified based on the variation pattern command, the variation display of the special symbol and the variation display of the effect symbol should be executed in synchronization in principle. However, in the unlikely event that the data of the variation pattern command is garbled, the variation time recognized on the game control microcomputer 560 side and the variation time recognized on the effect control microcomputer 100 side There may be a gap between them. For this reason, when an unexpected situation such as garbled command data occurs, there is a possibility that the special symbol variation display and the production symbol variation display are not completely synchronized.

  On the left side of the decorative portion around the effect display device 9, a movable member 78 that is attached to the rotation shaft of the motor 86 and moves when the motor 86 rotates is provided. In this embodiment, the movable member 78 operates when a pseudo-series effect or a notice effect (movable object notice effect) is executed. Further, in the decorative portion around the effect display device 9, a blade-shaped movable member (hereinafter referred to as an effect blade accessory) that is attached to the rotating shaft of the motor 87 and moves when the motor 87 rotates is provided below the left and right. 79a and 79b are provided. In this embodiment, the production blade actors 79a and 79b operate when a notice production (production blade production notice production) is executed.

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

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

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

  When the game ball passes through the gate 32 and is detected by the gate switch 32a, variable display of the normal symbol display 10 is started. In this embodiment, variable display is performed by alternately lighting the upper and lower lamps (the symbols can be visually recognized when turned on). For example, if the lower lamp is turned on at the end of the variable display, it is a hit. . When the stop symbol on the normal symbol display 10 is a predetermined symbol (winning symbol), the variable winning ball device 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 high probability state in which the probability of being determined to be a big hit compared to the normal state is a high probability state (a state in which the probability of being determined to be a big hit as a variation display result of a special symbol is increased compared to the normal state) However, with the exception of the high probability / low base state described later), 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 apparatus 15 are increased. .

  On the left and right sides of the game area 7 of the game board 6, there are provided decorative LEDs 25 that are displayed blinking during the game, and at the lower part there is an outlet 26 for taking in a hit ball that has not won. In addition, two speakers 27 that utter sound effects and sounds as predetermined sound outputs are provided on the left and right upper portions outside the game area 7. On the outer periphery of the game area 7, a frame LED 28 provided on the front frame is provided.

  The members constituting the hitting ball supply tray 3 are provided with operation buttons 120 as operation means that can be operated by the player. The operation button 120 is provided with a push button switch that can be pressed by the player. The operation button 120 is provided not only with a push button switch that can be pressed by the player, but also with a dial that can be rotated by the player. The player can perform a predetermined selection (for example, selection of effects) by rotating the dial.

  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 a big hit is made, the game is shifted to a so-called probability change state after the big hit game is finished, the game state is changed to a high probability state, and the game ball is easily started and won (that is, a special symbol display). Transition to the high base state, which is a gaming state controlled so that variable display execution conditions in the devices 8a and 8b and the effect display device 9 are easily established. 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. In this embodiment, when a big hit is made, the game is always shifted to the probability change state. However, when the big hit is made, the game may be shifted to a so-called short-time state in addition to the probability change state. A machine may be configured. In this case, the high base state may be shifted even in the short time state.

  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 (a special symbol process flag or the like) corresponding to the game state, that is, the control state of the game control means, and data indicating the number of unpaid winning 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 an ID number of the game control microcomputer 560 (an ID number assigned to each product of the game control microcomputer 560) stored in a predetermined storage area such as the ROM 54. The numerical data obtained in this way 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.

  An input driver circuit 58 that supplies detection signals from the gate switch 32a, the start port switch 13a, the count switch 23, the winning port switches 29a, 30a, 33a, and 39a and the operation buttons 120 to the game control microcomputer 560 is also provided on the main board 31. It is mounted on. The main board also includes an output circuit 59 for driving the solenoid 16 for opening and closing the variable winning ball device 15 and the solenoid 21 for opening and closing the special variable winning ball device 20 that forms a big winning opening in accordance with a command from the game control microcomputer 560. 31.

  In 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, and the normal symbol storage memory display 41 is performed.

  An information output circuit (not shown) that outputs an information output signal such as jackpot information indicating the occurrence of a jackpot gaming state to an external device such as a hall computer 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 decoration LED 25 provided on the game board and the frame LED 28 provided on the frame side via the lamp driver board 35. The sound output from the speaker 27 is controlled via the sound output board 70.

  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).

  The effect control CPU 101 drives the motor 86 to operate the movable member 78 via the output port 106. Further, the effect control CPU 101 drives a motor 87 for operating the effect blades 79 a and 79 b via the output port 106.

  Further, the effect control CPU 101 inputs a signal from the operation button 120 via the input port 107 in response to a pressing operation of the operation button 120 by the player. The operation button 120 may be configured to input a detection signal only to the main board.

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

  In the lamp driver board 35, signals for driving LEDs and lamps are input to the LED / lamp driver 352 via the input driver 351. The LED / lamp driver 352 supplies a current to a light emitter provided on the frame side such as the frame LED 28 based on a signal for driving the LED and the lamp. Further, a current is supplied to the decoration LED 25 and the like provided on the game board side.

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

  Next, the operation of the gaming machine will be described. FIG. 4 is a flowchart showing a main process executed by the game control microcomputer 560 on the main board 31. When power is supplied to the gaming machine and power supply is started, the input level of the reset terminal to which the reset signal is input becomes high level, and the gaming control microcomputer 560 (specifically, the CPU 56) After executing the security check process, which is a process for confirming whether the contents of the program are valid, the main process after step S1 is started. In the main process, the CPU 56 first performs necessary initial settings.

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

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

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

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

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

  Further, the CPU 56 transmits a power failure recovery designation command as an initialization command at the time of power supply recovery (step S43). Further, the CPU 56 gives a display result designation command designating the display result (15R probability variation big hit, 10R probability variation big hit, 2R probability variation big hit, sudden probability variation big hit, small hit or loss) stored in the backup RAM to the effect control board 80. It transmits to (step S44). Then, the process proceeds to step S14. In step S44, for example, when the value of a special symbol pointer (to be described later) is also stored in the backup RAM, the CPU 56 also transmits a first symbol variation designation command and a second symbol variation designation command (see FIG. 13). You may make it do. In this case, the production control microcomputer 100 may resume the variation display of the fourth symbol based on the reception of the first symbol variation designation command or the second symbol variation designation command.

  In this embodiment, the value of a variable time timer (to be described later) is also stored in the backup RAM area. Therefore, when the power failure is restored, after the display result designation command is transmitted in step S44, measurement of the saved variation time timer value is resumed, and the variation display of the special symbol is resumed and saved. When the value of the changed time timer has timed out, a symbol determination designation command to be described later is further transmitted. In this embodiment, a special symbol process flag value, which will be described later, is also stored in the backup RAM area. Therefore, when the power failure is recovered, the special symbol process is resumed from the process corresponding to the value of the stored special symbol process flag.

  Note that the display result designation command is not necessarily transmitted when the power failure is restored, but the CPU 56 may first confirm whether or not the value of the variable time timer stored in the backup RAM area is zero. . If the value of the variation time timer is not 0, it is determined that a power failure occurs during the variation, and a display result designation command is transmitted. It may be determined that the state has not been reached, and the display result designation command may not be transmitted.

  Further, the CPU 56 may first check whether or not the value of the special symbol process flag stored in the backup RAM area is 3. If the value of the special symbol process flag is 3, it is determined that the power failure occurs during the fluctuation, and a display result designation command is transmitted. If the special symbol process flag is not 3, the fluctuation occurs at the time of the power failure. The display result designation command may not be transmitted because it is determined that it is not in the middle.

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

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

  By the processing in steps S11 and S12, for example, a normal symbol per-determining random number counter, a special symbol buffer, a total prize ball number storage buffer, a special symbol process flag, and other flags for selectively performing processing according to the control state are initialized. Value is set.

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

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

  In step S15, the CPU 56 sets a CTC register built in the game control microcomputer 560 so that a timer interrupt is periodically generated every predetermined time (for example, 4 ms). 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 execution of the initialization process (steps S10 to S15) is completed, the CPU 56 repeatedly executes the display random number update process (step S17) and the initial value random number update process (step S18) in the main process. When executing the display random number update process and the initial value random number update process, the interrupt disabled state is set (step S16). When the display random number update process and the initial value random number update process are finished, the interrupt enabled state is set. Set (step S19). In this embodiment, the display random number is a random number for determining the stop symbol of the special symbol when it is not a big hit, or a random number for determining whether to reach when it is not a big hit, The random number update process is a process for updating the count value of the counter for generating the display random number. The initial value random number update process is a process for updating the count value of the counter for generating the initial value random number. In this embodiment, the initial value random number is the initial value of the count value of the counter for generating a random number for determining whether or not to win for a normal symbol (normal random number generation counter for normal symbol determination). It is a random number to determine. A game control process for controlling the progress of the game, which will be described later (the game control microcomputer 560 controls game devices such as an effect display device, a variable winning ball device, a ball payout device, etc. provided in the game machine itself. In the process of transmitting a command signal to be controlled by another microcomputer, or a game machine control process), the count value of the random number for determination per normal symbol is one round (the random number for determination per normal symbol is taken). When the value is incremented by the number of values between the minimum value and the maximum value of the possible values), an initial value is set in the counter.

  In this embodiment, the reach effect is executed using an effect symbol variably displayed on the effect display device 9. In addition, when the display result of the special symbol is a jackpot symbol, the reach effect is always executed (however, in the case of the sudden probability variation big hit, the reach probability sudden hit symbol (for example, “135”) is not reached but reached. May be stopped). When the display result of the special symbol is not a jackpot symbol, the game control microcomputer 560 determines whether to execute the reach effect by performing a lottery to determine the variation pattern type and variation pattern using random numbers. To do. However, it is the production control microcomputer 100 that actually executes the reach production control.

  When the timer interrupt occurs, the CPU 56 executes the timer interrupt process of steps S20 to S34 shown in FIG. In the timer interrupt process, first, a power-off detection process for detecting whether or not a power-off signal is output (whether or not an on-state is turned on) is executed (step S20). The power-off signal is output, for example, when a power supply monitoring circuit mounted on the power supply board detects a decrease in the voltage of the power supplied to the gaming machine. In the power-off detection process, when detecting that the power-off signal is output, the CPU 56 executes a power supply stop process for saving necessary data in the backup RAM area. Next, detection signals from the gate switch 32a, the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a, and the count switch 23 are input via the input driver circuit 58, and their state is determined (switch processing: step S21). ).

  Next, the CPU 56 has a first special symbol display 8a, a second special symbol display 8b, a normal symbol display 10, a first special symbol hold storage display 18a, a second special symbol hold storage display 18b, a normal symbol. A display control process for controlling the display of the on-hold storage display 41 is executed (step S22). About the 1st special symbol display 8a, the 2nd special symbol display 8b, and the normal symbol display 10, a drive signal is output with respect to each display according to the content of the output buffer set by step S32, S33. Execute control.

  Also, a process of updating the count value of each counter for generating each random number for determination such as a random number for determination per ordinary symbol used for game control is performed (determination random number update process: step S23). The CPU 56 further performs a process of updating the count value of the counter for generating the initial value random number and the display random number (initial value random number update process, display random number update process: steps S24 and S25).

  Further, the CPU 56 performs special symbol process processing (step S26). In the special symbol process, corresponding processing is executed in accordance with a special symbol process flag for controlling the first special symbol indicator 8a, the second special symbol indicator 8b, and the big prize opening in a predetermined order. The CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag according to the gaming state.

  Next, normal symbol process processing is performed (step S27). In the normal symbol process, the CPU 56 executes a corresponding process according to the normal symbol process flag for controlling the display state of the normal symbol display 10 in a predetermined order. The CPU 56 updates the value of the normal symbol process flag according to the gaming state.

  Further, the CPU 56 performs a process of sending an effect control command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (effect control command control process: step S28).

  Further, the CPU 56 performs information output processing for outputting data such as jackpot information, start information, probability variation information supplied to the hall management computer, for example (step S29).

  Further, the CPU 56 executes a prize ball process for setting the number of prize balls based on detection signals from the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a and the count switch 23 (step S30). Specifically, the payout control micro mounted on the payout control board 37 in response to the winning detection based on any one of the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a and the count switch 23 being turned on. A payout control command (prize ball number signal) indicating the number of prize balls is output to the computer. The payout control microcomputer drives the ball payout device 97 in accordance with a payout control command indicating the number of winning balls.

  In this embodiment, a RAM area (output port buffer) corresponding to the output state of the output port is provided. However, the CPU 56 relates to on / off of the solenoid in the RAM area corresponding to the output state of the output port. The contents are output to the output port (step S31: output process).

  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 S32).

  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 S33). For example, when the start flag related to the variation of the normal symbol is set, the CPU 56 switches the display state (“◯” and “×”) for the variation rate of the normal symbol every 0.2 seconds until the end flag is set. With such a speed, the value of the display control data set in the output buffer (for example, 1 indicating “◯” and 0 indicating “x”) is switched every 0.2 seconds. Further, the CPU 56 outputs a normal signal on the normal symbol display 10 by outputting a drive signal in step S22 according to the display control data set in the output buffer.

  Thereafter, the interrupt permission state is set (step S34), 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 S33 (excluding step S29) 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 without being reached).

  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 is a hit that is allowed up to a small number of times that the big winning opening is opened compared to the big win (in this embodiment, the opening for 0.1 second is twice). 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 big hit is allowed up to a small number of times of opening of the big prize opening in the big hit gaming state (in this embodiment, the opening for 0.1 second is twice), but the opening time of the big prize opening is extremely large. It is a big jackpot that is a short jackpot and the game state after the big jackpot game is shifted to a probabilistic state (that is, by doing so, it appears to the player as if it suddenly became a probable state) Is). 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, if the winning opening is opened twice for 0.1 seconds, it is impossible to recognize whether it is suddenly a big hit or a small hit, so a high probability state for the player (Probable change state) can be expected, and the interest of the game can be improved.

  As shown in this embodiment, when the big hit types are all probability change big hits (in this embodiment, 15R probability change big hit, 10R probability change big hit, 2R probability change big hit, sudden probability change big hit), It does not have to be provided. In addition, when the big hit types are all probabilistic big hits, it is preferable to provide a sudden probable big hit that does not involve the high base state only by shifting to the high probability state. . However, in this embodiment, as will be described later, the ratio of the super reach when the high probability / low base state is set at the time of the 71st variation display after the end of the big hit game is increased. In the case of providing a sudden probability variation jackpot with a high probability / low base state, the probability of all variations display is high until the variation display for the 71st rotation is terminated after the jackpot game with the sudden probability variation jackpot is terminated. / Because it is in the state controlled to the low base state, the ratio of super reach becomes high in all the change displays until the probability variation state ends. Therefore, in the case of providing a sudden probability variation big hit that becomes a high probability / low base state, the ratio of the super reach in the high probability / low base state is not necessarily increased every time, but the super reach is achieved. You may make it provide the time of raising a ratio, and the time of not raising (it is a normal ratio). In addition, for example, instead of looking at the gaming state (for example, whether or not a high probability flag or a high base flag is set), the number of variable displays after the big hit game is counted, and the 71st variable display is obtained. Only occasionally you may increase the percentage of superreach. With such a configuration, when a sudden probability change big hit with a high probability / low base state is provided, after reaching the big hit game with the sudden probability change big hit, the super reach of each time until the end of the probability change state is displayed. It is possible to prevent a state in which the appearance rate is continuously increased.

  FIG. 6 is an explanatory diagram showing the variation pattern of the effect symbol prepared in advance. As shown in FIG. 6, in this embodiment, the non-reach PA 1-1 to the non-reach are used as a variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “out of” and the variable display mode of the effect design is “non-reach”. A variation pattern of reach PA1-4 is prepared. Further, normal PA2-1 to normal PA2-2, normal PB2-1 to normal PB2-2 are variations patterns corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “out of” and the variable display mode of the effect symbol is “reach”. Fluctuation patterns of super PA3-1 to super PA3-2 and super PB3-1 to super PB3-2 are prepared. Note that, as shown in FIG. 6, re-variation is performed once for the variation pattern of the non-reach PA 1-4 that is used in the case where the reach is not performed and is accompanied by a pseudo-continuous effect. Of the variation patterns used for reaching and accompanied by pseudo-rendition, when normal PB2-1 is used, re-variation is performed once. Of the variation patterns that are used for reaching and have a pseudo-continuous effect, when normal PB2-2 is used, re-variation is performed twice. Furthermore, when using super PA3-1 to super PA3-2 among the fluctuation patterns used for reaching and accompanied by pseudo-rendition effects, re-variation is performed three times. Note that the re-variation means that the variable display of the effect symbol is executed again after temporarily stopping the effect symbol that is once deviated from the start of the variable display of the effect symbol until the display result is derived and displayed. .

  Also, as shown in FIG. 6, in this embodiment, normal PA2-3 to normal PA2-4, normal PB2 are used as the variation patterns corresponding to the case where the variable symbol display result of the special symbol is a big hit symbol or a small hit symbol. -3 to Normal PB2-4, Super PA3-3 to SuperPA3-4, Super PB3-3 to Super PB3-4, Special PG1-1 to Special PG1-3, Special PG2-1 to Special PG2-2 Is prepared. In FIG. 6, the fluctuation patterns of special PG1-1 to special PG1-3 and special PG2-1 to special PG2-2 are fluctuation patterns used when sudden probability change big hit or small hit. Further, as shown in FIG. 6, when the normal PB2-3 is used among the fluctuation patterns that are used when the sudden sudden change is not big hit or small hit and has a pseudo-continuous effect, the re-variation is performed once. Of the fluctuation patterns used for reaching and accompanied by pseudo-continuous effects, when normal PB2-4 is used, re-variation is performed twice. Furthermore, when using super PA3-3 to super PA3-4 among the fluctuation patterns that are used for reaching and have the effect of pseudo-ream, re-variation is performed three times. In addition, regarding the variation pattern of the special PG 1-3 that is used in the case of sudden probability big hit or small hit and accompanied by the effect of pseudo-ream, re-variation is performed once.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 6, when the variation time is fixedly determined according to the type of reach (for example, the variation time is 32 in the case of Super Reach A with pseudo-ream). In the case of Super Reach A without pseudo-ream, the fluctuation time is fixed at 22.75 seconds). For example, even in the case of the same type of Super Reach Depending on the total number of pending storage, the variation time may be varied. For example, even with the same type of super reach, the variation time may be shortened as the total number of pending storage increases. Also, for example, even in the case of the same type of super reach, when the variable display of the first special symbol is performed, the variable time may be varied according to the first reserved memory number. When the variable display of the two special symbols is performed, the variable time may be varied according to the second reserved memory number. In this case, a separate determination table is prepared for each value of the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number (for example, the variation pattern type determination table for the reserved memory numbers 0 to 2 and the reserved memory numbers 3 and 4). For example, a determination table may be selected according to the value of the first reserved memory number or the second reserved memory number, and the change time may be varied.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 6, in this embodiment, there is a variation pattern in which one or a plurality of skip points are provided. The skip point indicates a point that becomes a break of variation display within the special pattern variation time of the variation pattern. For example, if the skip point is 10, 10 seconds after the start of the variable display is indicated as the skip point. In this embodiment, when a predetermined condition is satisfied during the variation display of the special symbol, the variation display after the skip point corresponding to the satisfied condition is executed (hereinafter also referred to as skipping to the skip point).

  As shown in FIG. 6, in this embodiment, a first skip point, a second skip point, and a final skip point are provided as skip points. In the example of FIG. 6, the skip point with the largest numerical value (that is, the skip point with the longest elapsed time from the start of fluctuation) indicates the final skip point, and the skip point with the smallest numerical value (that is, the elapsed time from the start of fluctuation is short). (Skip point) indicates the first skip point, and the skip point between the first skip point and the final skip point indicates the second skip point.

  In the example of FIG. 6, non-reach PA1-4, normal PA2-1, normal PA2-2, normal PB2-1, normal PB3-1, normal PB3-2, normal PA2-3, normal PA2-4, normal PB2- 3, one super point is set for super PB3-3, super PB3-4, special PG1-3, special PG2-1 and special PG2-2. Specifically, for normal PA2-1 and normal PA2-3, the final skip point is set to 5 seconds. The non-reach PA1-4, normal PB2-1, normal PB2-3, special PG2-1, and special PG2-2 have a final skip point set to 10 seconds. The final skip point is set to 15 seconds for normal PA2-2, super PB3-1, super PB3-2, normal PA2-4, super PB3-3, super PB3-4, and special PG1-3.

  In the example of FIG. 6, two skip points are set for normal PB2-2 and normal PB2-4. Specifically, in the normal PB2-2 and normal PB2-4, the first skip point is set to 5 seconds and the final skip point is set to 10 seconds.

  In the example of FIG. 6, three skip points are set for normal PA 3-1, normal PA 3-2, normal PA 3-3, and normal PA 3-4. Specifically, normal PA3-1, normal PA3-2, normal PA3-3, and normal PA3-4 have a first skip point of 5 seconds, a second skip point of 10 seconds, and a final skip point of 20 seconds. Is set to

  Further, the prefetch skip point shown in FIG. 6 is a skip point when the prefetch notice effect is being executed. As shown in FIG. 6, normal PA2-1, normal PA2-2, normal PA2-3, normal PA2-4, special PG2-1 and special PG2-2 among the variation patterns in which skip points are set are as follows: The skip points differ between when the pre-reading notice effect is executed and when it is not executed. For example, when the pre-reading notice effect is executed, the skip point is set so that the time elapsed after the start of the fluctuation becomes longer than when the pre-reading notice effect is not executed. By setting in this way, for example, in a variable display accompanied by a reach effect, when the pre-reading notice effect is being executed, the display result is skipped to the timing at which the display result is derived and displayed, and when the pre-reading notice effect is not being executed, the reach is performed. It can be controlled to skip to the timing when the production starts.

  In this embodiment, only when normal PA 2-1, normal PA 2-2, normal PA 2-3, normal PA 2-4, special PG 2-1 and special PG 2-2 are executed, Although the skip points are set to be different when not executed, other variation patterns may be similarly set to have different skip points. Further, for example, in the variation pattern in which a plurality of skip points such as the normal PB2-2 are provided, only the last skip point may be set as a skip point at the time of prefetching.

  Further, skip points may be provided in a variation pattern other than the variation pattern illustrated in FIG. 6, and four or more skip points may be provided in one variation pattern. Also, skip points may be provided for all the variation patterns. However, it is desirable that the final skip point is set before the display result of the variable display is derived and displayed.

FIG. 7 is an explanatory diagram showing each random number. Each random number is used as follows.
(1) Random 1 (MR1): Determines the type of jackpot (15R probability variation big hit, 10R probability variation big hit, 2R probability variation big hit, sudden probability variation big hit, which will be 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 are grouped by reach type, and include a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with normal reach, a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with super reach A, and a variation pattern with super reach B. It may be divided into variable pattern types. 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 this embodiment, as will be described later, in the case of 15R probability variation per unit, 10R probability variation per unit, 2R probability variation per unit, normal CA3-1 which is a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with only normal reach, and normal reach And normal CA3-2, which is a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with pseudo-continuations, and super CA3-3, which is a variation pattern type with super reach. In addition, in the case of sudden probability variation big hit, it is classified into special CA4-1 that is a variation pattern type including a non-reach variation pattern and special CA4-2 that is a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with reach. ing. Further, in the case of small hits, it is classified into special CA4-1 which is a variation pattern type including a non-reach variation pattern. Further, in the case of a deviation, it is a non-reach CA 2-1 that is a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with no reach and a specific effect, and a variation pattern type that includes a change pattern with a specific effect without a reach. Non-reach CA2-2, non-reach CA2-3 which is a variation pattern type including a variation pattern of shortened variation without reach and specific effects, and normal CA2-4 which is a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with only normal reach And normal CA2-5 which is a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with normal reach and two re-variation pseudo-continuations, and normal CA2 which is a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with one normal reach and one re-variation pseudo-continuation -6 and super CA2-7 which is a variation pattern type with super reach Are the type divided into.

  In step S23 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. 8A 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 value described in the left column of FIG. 8 (A) is set in the normal jackpot determination table, and each value described in the right column of FIG. Is set. The numerical value described in FIG. 8A is a jackpot determination value.

  In this embodiment, the probability variation state is shifted to a high probability state in which the probability of being determined to be a big hit in the big hit lottery is increased, and also to a high base state, There are two cases: a case where only the probability state is transferred and a state where the high base state is not transferred (ie, the low base state). Is a jackpot determination table for probability variation, and a normal jackpot determination table is used in other cases. As will be described later, in this embodiment, when a big hit is made, the game is shifted to a high probability state and a high base state after the big hit game ends. After the big hit, the probability variation state continues until the variation display is terminated 71 times. However, after the big hit, the high base state is ended when the variable display is ended 70 times, and is shifted to the low base state, and only the high probability state is continued until the variable display is ended 71 times. Therefore, in this embodiment, after the big hit, from the end of the 70th fluctuation display to the end of the 71st fluctuation display, only the high probability state is transferred and the high base state is transferred. There may be a certain probability change state (which is a low base state).

  8B and 8C 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. 8B 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. 8B and 8C 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 big hit (15R probability variation big hit, 10R probability variation big hit, 2R probability variation big hit, sudden probability variation big hit, which will be described later). Further, when the big hit determination random number value matches one of the small hit determination values shown in FIGS. 8B and 8C, it is determined to make a small hit for the special symbol. Note that the “probability” shown in FIG. 8A indicates the probability (ratio) of a big hit. Further, “probabilities” shown in FIGS. 8B and 8C 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. 8B and 8C, 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 start winning prize is given to the first start winning opening 13 and the first special symbol variation display is executed, the start winning prize is given to the second starting winning prize slot 14 and the second special symbol is displayed. The ratio determined as “small hit” is higher than when the variable display is executed.

  FIGS. 8D and 8E are explanatory diagrams showing the jackpot type determination tables 131a and 131b stored in the ROM 54. FIG. Among these, FIG. 8 (D) 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. Further, FIG. 8E shows a case where the jackpot type is determined 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, when it is determined that the variable display result is a jackpot symbol, based on the random number (random 1) for determining the jackpot type, This table is referred to in order to determine one of “10R probability variation big hit”, “2R probability variation big hit”, and “sudden probability variation big hit”. In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 8D and 8E, eight determination values are assigned to “suddenly probable big hit” in the big hit type determination table 131a (40 minutes). In the jackpot type determination table 131b, two judgment values are assigned to “sudden probability variation jackpot” (a ratio of 2/40). Will suddenly be determined to be a promising 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. 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 (D) and 8 (E), a sudden probability variation big hit as the first specific gaming state to which a predetermined amount of game value is given and an amount larger than the game value As the second specific gaming state to which the game value is given, 15 rounds of probability variation big hit “15R probability variation big hit”, 10 rounds probability variation big hit “10R probability variation big hit” and 2 rounds probability variation big hit “2R probability variation big hit” may be determined. In addition, there is a case where it is determined that the first specific gaming state is determined at a high rate when the variable display of the first special symbol is executed, but the game value to be given is shown in this embodiment. The number of rounds is not limited. For example, as compared with the first specific gaming state, the second specific gaming state in which the allowable amount of the winning number (count number) of game balls to the big winning opening per round is increased as the gaming value is determined. Also good. Further, for example, as compared with the first specific gaming state, the second specific gaming state in which the opening time of the big winning opening per game during the big hit may be determined as the gaming value. In addition, for example, even if the same 15 round big hits, the first specific gaming state that opens the big winning opening once per round and the second specific gaming state that opens the big winning opening multiple times per round It may be prepared to increase the gaming value of the second specific gaming state by substantially increasing the number of times the special winning opening is opened. In this case, for example, in any case of the first specific gaming state or the second specific gaming state, when the big winning opening is opened 15 times (in this case, all 15 rounds in the case of the first specific gaming state) In the case of the second specific gaming state, there is an undigested round remaining), and it is possible to execute an effect in such a manner as to inquire whether or not the jackpot continues further. And in the case of the first specific gaming state, all the 15 rounds have been finished internally, so the big hit game is finished, and in the case of the second specific gaming state, there remains an undigested round internally. For this reason, the jackpot game may be continued (the effect that the bonus winning opening is additionally started with a bonus after finishing the bonus hit of 15 times).

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 8D and 8E, the types of big hits include “15R-probable big hit”, “10R-probable big hit”, “2R-probable big hit”, and “abrupt-probable big hit”. In this embodiment, the number of rounds executed in the jackpot game is three types of 15 rounds, 10 rounds, and 2 rounds. It is not limited to those shown in the form. For example, a 7R probability variable jackpot that is controlled for a seven-round jackpot game and a 5R probability variable jackpot that is controlled for a five-round jackpot game may be provided. In this embodiment, there are four types of jackpot types: “15R probability variation jackpot”, “10R probability variation jackpot”, “2R probability variation jackpot”, and “sudden probability variation jackpot”. Instead, for example, five or more types of jackpot types may be provided. Conversely, the jackpot type may be less than four types, for example, only two types of jackpot types may be provided.

  “15R probable big hit” is a big hit that is controlled to 15 rounds of big hit gaming state, and shifts to the probable change state after the big hit gaming state ends (in this embodiment, the high base state and high base The state is also shifted to (see steps S166 to S169 described later). Then, after shifting to the probability changing state, the high base state ends when the fluctuation display ends 70 times (see steps S169 and S144), and the high probability state ends when the fluctuation display ends 71 times (see steps S167 and S140). .

  The “10R probability variable big hit” is a big hit that is controlled to a 10-round big hit gaming state and shifts to the probability changed state after the big hit gaming state ends (in this embodiment, the high probability state and the high The state is also shifted to (see steps S166 to S169 described later). Then, after shifting to the probability changing state, the high base state ends when the fluctuation display ends 70 times (see steps S169 and S144), and the high probability state ends when the fluctuation display ends 71 times (see steps S167 and S140). .

  The “2R probability variable big hit” is a big hit that is controlled to a two-round big hit gaming state and shifts to the probability changing state after the big hit gaming state ends (in this embodiment, the high probability state and the high The state is also shifted to (see steps S166 to S169 described later). Then, after shifting to the probability changing state, the high base state ends when the fluctuation display ends 70 times (see steps S169 and S144), and the high probability state ends when the fluctuation display ends 71 times (see steps S167 and S140). .

  The “2R probability variation big hit” is a big hit that allows only two (2 rounds) opening of the big prize opening as in the case of “sudden probability variation big hit” described later. The opening time of the big prize opening per round is long (29 seconds in this embodiment). Therefore, in the case of “suddenly promising big hit”, which will be described later, it is almost impossible to expect the game ball to win the big winning opening during the big hit game, but in the case of “2R probable big hit”, the big winning Although the number of times the mouth is opened is small, it can be expected that the game ball will win the big prize mouth during the big hit game.

  The “sudden probability change big hit” is the number of times that the special winning opening is less than the “15R probability change big hit” or “10R probability change big hit” (in this embodiment, the opening for 0.1 second is twice). The jackpot allowed up to. In other words, when “suddenly promising big hit”, the game is controlled to a two round big hit gaming state. In addition, “15R probability variation big hit”, “10R probability variation big hit”, and “2R probability variation big hit” have a long opening time of 29 seconds per round, whereas “sudden probability variation big hit” takes one round. The opening time of the winning jackpot is as short as 0.1 seconds, and it is almost impossible to expect a game ball to win a winning prize during the big hit game. In this embodiment, after the sudden probability change big hit gaming state is finished, the state is changed to the probability change state (in this embodiment, the state is changed to the high probability state and is also changed to the high base state. (See S166 to S169). Then, after shifting to the probability changing state, the high base state ends when the fluctuation display ends 70 times (see steps S169 and S144), and the high probability state ends when the fluctuation display ends 71 times (see steps S167 and S140). .

  As described above, in this embodiment, even in the case of “small hit”, the big winning opening is opened twice for 0.1 seconds, and the big hit gaming state by “suddenly probable big hit” Similar 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. 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. As shown in this embodiment, when the big hit types are all probability change big hits (in this embodiment, 15R probability change big hit, 10R probability change big hit, 2R probability change big hit, sudden probability change big hit), It does not have to be provided. In addition, when the big hit types are all probabilistic big hits as in this embodiment, when a small hit is provided, only sudden transition with high base state without high base state is performed. It is preferable to provide it (the opening pattern of the big prize opening is also the same for the case of sudden probability change big hit and small hit). However, in this embodiment, as will be described later, the ratio of becoming super reach when executing the 71st fluctuation display after the end of the big hit game is increased, but suddenly without the small hit and the high base state. When it is configured to provide a probable big hit, when the ratio of super reach is not necessarily increased every time in the 71st fluctuation display, but when the ratio of super reach is increased or not increased (the normal ratio is maintained) And a variation pattern may be selected with the same selection ratio / selection method as in the low probability / low base state in the high probability state after suddenly probable big hit. With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent a state in which the appearance rate of super reach becomes permanently high in the 71st variation display after the end of the big hit.

  The big hit type determination tables 131a and 131b are numerical values that are compared with a random 1 value and correspond to "15R probability variation big hit", "10R probability variation big hit", "2R probability variation big hit", and "sudden probability variation big hit", respectively. Judgment value (big hit type judgment 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.

  9A to 9C are explanatory diagrams showing the big hit variation pattern type determination tables 132A to 132C. The jackpot variation pattern type determination tables 132A to 132C, when it is determined that the variable display result is a jackpot symbol, the variation pattern type is determined according to the determination result of the jackpot type, and the random number for determining the variation pattern type. It is a table that is referred to in order to determine one of a plurality of types based on (Random 2).

  Each of the big hit variation pattern type determination tables 132A to 132C includes numerical values (determination values) to be compared with random value (random 2) values for variation pattern type determination, which are normal CA3-1 to normal CA3-2, A determination value corresponding to any one of the variation pattern types of super CA3-3, special CA4-1, and special CA4-2 is set.

  For example, the big hit variation pattern type determination table 132A shown in FIG. 9A used when the big hit type is “10R probability variable big hit” or “2R probability variable big hit”, and when the big hit type is “15R probability variable big hit”. 9B is different from the jackpot variation pattern type determination table 132B shown in FIG. 9B in the assignment of determination values to the variation pattern types of normal CA3-1 to normal CA3-2 and super CA3-3.

  As described above, when the big hit variation pattern type determination tables 132A to 132C selected according to the big hit type are compared, the assignment of the determination value to each fluctuation pattern type is different according to the big hit type. Also, determination values are assigned to different variation pattern types depending on the jackpot type. Therefore, different variation pattern types can be determined according to the determination result of whether the big hit type is a plurality of types, and the ratio determined for the same variation pattern type can be varied.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 9A and 9B, in the case of “15R probability variation big hit”, “10R probability variation big hit” or “2R probability variation big hit”, it is used for determining the variation pattern type. If the value of the random number (random 2) is 150 to 251, it can be seen that the variable display with at least super reach (super reach A, super reach B) is executed.

  In addition, for the super reach big hit, the variation pattern type with pseudo-continuity (variation pattern type including the variation pattern of Super PA3-3 and Super PA3-4) and the variation pattern type without super-continuity (Super PB3-3, Super It may be divided into a variation pattern type including a variation pattern of PB3-4. In this case, in both the big hit variation pattern type determination table 132A for 10R / 2R probability variation big hit and the big hit variation pattern type determination table 132B for 15R probability variation big hit, the variation pattern type with super reach and pseudo-ream and super reach In addition, a variation pattern type that does not involve pseudo-continuations is assigned.

  Further, in the big hit variation pattern type judgment table 132C used when the big hit type is “suddenly probable big hit”, for example, when the big hit type such as special CA4-1 or special CA4-2 is other than “suddenly probable big hit”. A determination value is assigned to a variation pattern type to which no determination value is assigned. Therefore, when the variable display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “suddenly probable big hit”, when the control is suddenly probable big hit state, the big hit state with 15R probable big hit, 10R probable big hit or 2R probable big hit The variation pattern type can be determined differently from the case of control.

  FIG. 9D is an explanatory diagram showing a small hit variation pattern type determination table 132D. The small hit variation pattern type determination table 132D has a plurality of variation pattern types based on a random number (random 2) for variation pattern type determination when it is determined that the variable display result is a small hit symbol. It is a table that is referred to in order to determine any of the above. In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 9D, when it is determined to be a small hit, the case where the special CA4-1 is determined as the variation pattern type is shown. .

  FIGS. 10A to 10D are explanatory diagrams showing the deviation variation pattern type determination tables 135A to 135D. Among these, FIG. 10 (A) shows a loss variation pattern type determination table 135A used when the gaming state is the normal state and the total number of pending storages is less than three. FIG. 10B shows a loss variation pattern type determination table 135B used when the gaming state is the normal state and the total number of pending storages is 3 or more. FIG. 10C shows a variation pattern for loss used when the gaming state is a high probability / high base state (a state from the end of the big hit until the end of the 70th variation display) in the probability variation state. A type determination table 135C is shown. FIG. 10D shows a high probability / low base state in which the gaming state is a probabilistic state (a state from the end of the 70th variation display to the end of the 71st variation display after the big hit) Shows a variation pattern type determination table 135D for loss used in the case of The deviation variation pattern type determination tables 135A to 135D have a plurality of variation pattern types based on a random number (random 2) for variation pattern type determination when it is determined that the variable display result is a loss symbol. It is a table that is referred to in order to determine any of the above.

  As shown in FIGS. 10C and 10D, in this embodiment, even when the probability variation state is present, if the last 71st variation display is performed after the big hit, the previous time is displayed. Compared to the case where the 70th variation display is performed, the variation pattern with super reach is selected more frequently. By doing so, in this embodiment, the expectation for the big hit of the player at the end of the probability variation state is performed by performing the super reach variation display with a high probability in the last variation display where the probability variation state ends. The feeling is heightened. In addition, not only the last 71th variation display, for example, increasing the ratio of super reach from the variation display a predetermined number of times before the probability variation state ends (for example, 5 times before) to the last variation display, etc. Super reach variation display may be performed with high probability over a plurality of variation displays.

  In this embodiment, after the big hit, the high probability state continues until the 71st variation display ends, and the high base state continues until the 70th variation display ends. Thus, in the 71st variation display in the final probability variation state, the case where the high probability / low base state is controlled is shown, but the high base state is continued until the 71st variation display is completed. In the 71st variation display in the final probability variation state, the high probability / high base state may be controlled. However, if controlled in this way, in this embodiment, the variation pattern type determination tables 135C and 135D for detachment are selected according to the state of the high probability flag or the high base flag in the variation pattern setting process, as will be described later. (Refer to Steps S95, S96, S100, and S101). However, since the 71st variation display at the end of the probability variation state remains in the high probability / high base state, the state of the flag is confirmed in this way. It becomes impossible to select the variation pattern type determination tables 135C and 135D. Thus, in the case of controlling to the high probability / high base state even in the 71st variation display in the final probability variation state, the values of the high probability count counter and the high base count counter, which will be described later, are confirmed, and the counter value If the remaining is once, the deviation variation pattern type determination table 135D is selected. If the counter value is still 2 or more, the variation pattern type determination table 135C for deviation is selected. Good.

  Further, when the ratio of the super reach is increased from the fluctuation display a predetermined number of times before the probability variation state ends (for example, five times before) to the last fluctuation display, for example, a high probability number described later at the end of the big hit Set the counter and the high base number counter to 75 times (for example, set both the high probability number counter and the high base number counter to 75, and the high probability / high base state until 75 times of variable display is completed. The high probability count counter is set to 75 and the high base count counter is set to 70. From the 5th change before the probability change state ends to the last change display, the high probability / low It is also possible to control to the base state.In the case of controlling to the high probability / low base state from the 5th change before the probability change state ends to the last change display. In this case, according to the same control as that shown in this embodiment, the deviation variation pattern type determination tables 135C and 135D may be selected by checking the high probability flag and the high base flag (step S95, S96, S100, S101))) At the start of the variable display, whether or not the value of the high probability count counter and the high base count counter is within a predetermined number (for example, 5) or not (the remaining number of probability variation states) Is within the predetermined number of times), and if it is within the predetermined number (for example, 5), the variation pattern type determination table 135D for detachment with the increased super reach ratio shown in FIG. If the counter value is still larger than a predetermined number (for example, 5), the variation pattern type determination table for detachment shown in FIG. It may be selected to 135C. In addition, the control method in the case where it is configured to increase the ratio of the super reach from the fluctuation display a predetermined number of times before the probability variation state ends (for example, five times before) is not limited to that shown in this embodiment. For example, 71 is set in the high probability count counter in the same manner as in this embodiment, and conversely, 66 is set in the high base count counter. Is controlled to a high probability / low base state, and by confirming whether the value of the high probability count counter is within 5 or less, the variation pattern type determination tables 135C and 135D for loss are selected. May be. Further, the number of fluctuations after the big hit may not be determined based on the count value of the high probability number counter or the high base number counter, but may be determined using another counter. For example, a counter that counts the number of fluctuations after the end of the big hit game is provided, and whether the count value of the counter is within a predetermined range (for example, 71 to 75 or 66 to 71) is confirmed. It may be determined whether or not the state is between five changes before the end of the state and the last change display, and the variation pattern type determination tables 135C and 135D for loss may be selected (the probability change state is ended). For example, the configuration may be configured in such a manner that the selection ratio of the super reach is increased only once in the last variation display. For example, the counter value for counting the number of variations after the big hit game is 71, for example, In such a case, the shift variation pattern type determination table 135D may be selected. In addition, when the configuration is such that the high-probability / low-base state is controlled from the change display a predetermined number of times before the probability change state ends (for example, five times before) to the end of the last change display. In the variation pattern setting process, the variation pattern type determination tables 135C and 135D for detachment may be selected according to the state of the high probability flag or the high base flag (see steps S95, S96, S100, and S101). ).

  In the example shown in FIG. 10, a case where separate variation pattern type determination tables 135 </ b> B to 135 </ b> D are used for the case where the gaming state is the high base state and the case where the total number of pending storages is 3 or more is shown. However, the common deviation variation pattern type determination table may be used in the case of the high base state and in the case where the total number of pending storages is 3 or more. In the example shown in FIG. 10C, the common high base deviation variation pattern type determination table 135C is used regardless of the total number of reserved storage, but the high base deviation variation pattern is used. As the type determination table, a plurality of variation pattern determination tables for deviation corresponding to the total number of pending storages (tables with different ratios of determination values) may be used.

  In this embodiment, when the gaming state is the normal state, the deviation variation pattern type determination table 135A used when the total pending storage number is less than 3 and the total pending storage number is 3 or more. In this example, two types of tables are used, namely, the deviation variation pattern type determination table 135B. However, the method of dividing the variation variation pattern type determination table is not limited to that shown in this embodiment. For example, a separate deviation variation pattern type determination table may be provided for each value of the total pending storage number (that is, for the total pending storage number 0, for the total pending storage number 1, for the total pending storage number 2) , The deviation variation pattern type determination table for the total pending storage number 3, for the total pending storage number 4... May be used separately). Further, for example, a deviation variation pattern type determination table corresponding to a combination of a plurality of other values stored in the total number of pending storages may be used. For example, a deviation variation pattern type determination table for the total pending storage number 0-2, the total pending storage number 3, the total pending storage number 4,... May be used.

  Further, in this embodiment, a case is shown in which a plurality of deviation variation pattern type determination tables are provided according to the total number of reserved storages, but deviation variation pattern type determination is performed according to the first and second reserved memory numbers. A plurality of tables may be provided. For example, when the variable display of the first special symbol is performed, a deviation variation pattern type determination table prepared separately for each value of the first reserved memory number may be used (that is, the first reserved memory number). The deviation variation pattern type determination table for 0, for the first reserved memory number, for the first reserved memory number for 2, for the first reserved memory number for three, for the first reserved memory number for four, etc. Each may be used separately). Further, for example, a deviation variation pattern type determination table corresponding to a combination of a plurality of other values of the first reserved storage number may be used. For example, a deviation variation pattern type determination table for the first reserved memory number 0 to 2, the first reserved memory number 3, the first reserved memory number 4, and so on may be used. Even in this case, when the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number are large (for example, 3 or more), it may be configured such that a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with a short variation time is easily selected. . Even in such a case, a common determination value may be assigned to a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with super reach as a specific variable display pattern.

  Note that “specific performance mode” refers to a variation pattern type or variation pattern that has a high expectation level for at least big hits, such as a fluctuation pattern with super reach, and can give the player a sense of expectation for the big hit. It is. In addition, the “expected degree (reliability) for the big hit” indicates an appearance rate (probability) that the big hit appears when variable display (for example, variable display with super reach) according to the specific performance mode is executed. ing. For example, the expectation degree of jackpot when the variable display with super reach is executed is determined as (the rate at which super reach is executed when the jackpot is determined) / (when the jackpot is determined to be a jackpot and lost) Is calculated by calculating the rate at which super reach is performed on both.

  Each of the deviation variation pattern type determination tables 135A to 135B includes a numerical value (determination value) to be compared with a random number (random 2) value for variation pattern type determination, which is non-reach CA2-1 to non-reach CA2-. 3, a determination value corresponding to one of the variation pattern types of normal CA2-4 to normal CA2-6 and super CA2-7 is set.

  As shown in FIGS. 10A and 10B, in this embodiment, when the game state is out of the normal state and the game state is the normal state, the value of the random number (random 2) for determining the variation pattern type Is 230 to 251, it can be seen that variable display with at least super reach (super reach A, super reach B) is executed regardless of the total number of pending storage.

  Also, as shown in FIGS. 10A and 10B, in this embodiment, when the game state is out of the game and the game state is the normal state, the value of the random number (random 2) for determining the variation pattern type Is 1 to 79, it can be seen that the fluctuation display of the normal fluctuation is executed at least without the reach (without the specific effect such as the pseudo ream and the slide effect) regardless of the total number of the pending storage. Due to such a table configuration, in this embodiment, the determination table (displacement variation pattern type determination table 135A, 135B) includes at least one of the variable display patterns other than the reach variable display pattern (variation pattern with reach). Regardless of the number of rights (first reserved memory number, second reserved memory number, combined reserved memory number) stored in the reserved memory means (first reserved memory buffer or second reserved memory buffer) for a part, Common determination values (1 to 79 in the examples shown in FIGS. 10A and 10B) are assigned. Note that the “variable display pattern other than the reach variable display pattern” means, for example, a variable display result without a reach, a specific effect such as a pseudo-ream or a slip effect, as shown in this embodiment. Is a variable display pattern (fluctuation pattern) that is used when the big hit is not a big hit.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 9, the case where the common big hit variation pattern type determination table is used regardless of the current gaming state is shown. Depending on whether it is a normal state, you may make it use the variation pattern type determination table for big hits prepared separately, respectively. In this embodiment, when the total number of pending storages is 3 or more, the variation pattern for shortening variation is determined by selecting the variation pattern type determination table for shortening shown in FIG. 10B. Although the case where it is configured so that there is a case is shown, the total number of reserved memories (the first reserved memory number or the second reserved memory number may be used) when the variation pattern of the shortening variation can be selected according to the current gaming state ) May be different. For example, when the gaming state is the normal state, when the total number of reserved memory is 3 (or when the first reserved memory number or the second reserved memory number is 2, for example), When the variation pattern type of shortening variation is selected by selecting the variation pattern type determination table for loss, and the gaming state is a high base state, the case of 1 or 2 having a smaller total number of pending storage However (or, for example, even when the number of the first reserved memory and the second reserved memory is smaller 0 or 1), the fluctuation pattern type determination table for shortening is selected to determine the fluctuation pattern of the shortening fluctuation. There may be cases where there are cases.

  FIGS. 11A and 11B are explanatory views showing hit variation pattern determination tables 137A to 137B stored in the ROM 54. FIG. The hit fluctuation pattern determination tables 137A to 137B determine the fluctuation pattern according to the determination result of the big hit type or the fluctuation pattern type when it is determined that the variable display result is “big hit” or “small hit”. This is a table that is referred to in order to determine a variation pattern as one of a plurality of types based on a random number (random 3). Each of the variation pattern determination tables 137A to 137B is selected as a usage table according to the determination result of the variation pattern type. That is, the hit variation pattern determination table 137A is selected as the usage table in accordance with the determination result that the variation pattern type is one of normal CA3-1 to normal CA3-2 or super CA3-3, and the variation pattern type is specially selected. The hit variation pattern determination table 137B is selected as the use table in accordance with the determination result indicating that either CA4-1 or special CA4-2 is selected. Each hit variation pattern determination table 137A to 137B is a numerical value (determination value) to be compared with a random pattern random number (random 3) value according to the variation pattern type, and the variable display result of the effect symbol is Data (determination value) corresponding to any of a plurality of types of variation patterns corresponding to the case of “big hit” is included.

  In the example shown in FIG. 11A, as the variation pattern types, normal CA3-1, which is a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with only normal reach, and a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with normal reach and pseudo-continuity are used. A case is shown in which a normal CA 3-2 is classified into a normal CA 3-2 and a super CA 3-3 that is a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with super reach (which may be accompanied by a pseudo-ream). In the example shown in FIG. 11B, as the variation pattern type, a special CA4-1 that is a variation pattern type including a non-reach variation pattern and a special CA4- that is a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with reach are used. 2 shows a case of classification into two. In FIG. 11B, the variation pattern type may be divided according to the presence / absence of a specific effect such as a pseudo-ream or a slip effect instead of being classified according to the presence / absence of reach. In this case, for example, the special CA 4-1 includes a special PG 1-1 and a special PG 2-1, which are fluctuation patterns not accompanied by a specific effect, and the special CA 4-2 includes a special PG 1-2 and a special PG 1-2 with a specific effect. You may comprise so that PG1-3 and special PG2-2 may be included.

  FIG. 12 is an explanatory diagram showing a deviation variation pattern determination table 138A stored in the ROM 54. As shown in FIG. When it is determined that the variable display result is “out of”, the deviation variation pattern determination table 138A is based on a random number (random 3) for variation pattern determination according to the determination result of the variation pattern type. It is a table referred to in order to determine any one of a plurality of types of variation patterns. The deviation variation pattern determination table 138A is selected as a usage table according to the determination result of the variation pattern type.

  FIG. 13 and FIG. 14 are explanatory diagrams showing an example of the contents of the effect control command transmitted by the game control microcomputer 560. In the example shown in FIG. 13 and FIG. 14, the command 80XX (H) is an effect control command (variation pattern command) for designating 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 of the usable variation patterns shown in FIG. 6, 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 8C06 (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 8C06 (H), and the commands 8C01 (H) to 8C06 (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.

  Commands A001 and A002 (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). In this embodiment, a big hit start designation command or a small hit / sudden probability sudden change big hit start designation command is used according to the type of big hit. Specifically, in the case of “15R probability variation big hit”, “10R probability variation big hit”, or “2R probability variation big hit”, the big hit start designation command (A001 (H)) is used, and “sudden probability variation big hit” or “small In the case of “hit”, a small hit / sudden probability sudden change big hit start command (A002 (H)) is used. Note that the game control microcomputer 560 may be configured to transmit a fanfare designation command for suddenly probable big hit start designation in the case of a sudden big hit, but not to send a fanfare designation command in the case of a small hit. 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. Since the value specifying the round is set in the EXT data for each round, and the command for opening a special prize opening is transmitted, a different command for opening a special prize opening is transmitted for each round. For example, when executing the first round during the big hit game, a special winning opening opening designation command (A101 (H)) for designating round 1 is transmitted, and when executing the tenth round during the big hit game. Is a special winning opening open designation command (A10A (H)) for designating round 10. 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. In addition, since the value specifying the round is set in the EXT data for each round and the designation command after opening the special winning opening is transmitted, a different designation command after opening the special winning opening is transmitted for each round. For example, when ending the first round during the big hit game, a designation command (A201 (H)) after the big winning opening is designated to designate round 1, and when the tenth round during the big hit game is ended. Is sent after a special winning opening opening command (A30A (H)) for designating round 10.

  The command A301 (H) is an effect control command for displaying the jackpot end screen, that is, the end of the jackpot game (a jackpot end designation command: an ending 1 designation command). The big hit end designation command (A301 (H)) is used when the big hit game with “15R probability change big hit”, “10R probability change big hit”, or “2R probability change big hit” is ended. Command A302 (H) is an effect control command (small hit / sudden probability sudden change big hit end designation command: ending 2 designation command) for designating the end of the small hit game or the sudden probability change big hit game. The game control microcomputer 560 is configured to transmit an ending designation command for suddenly probable big hit end designation in the case of sudden probable big hit, but not to send an ending designation command in the case of small hit. Also 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 (high probability / high base state background designation command) for designating a background display when the gaming state is a high probability / high base state. Command B002 (H) is an effect control command (high probability / low base state background designation command) for designating a background display when the gaming state is a high probability / low base state.

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

  The command C2XX (H) is an effect control command (total pending storage number designation command) for designating a total number (total pending storage number) that is the sum of the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number. “XX” in the command C2XX (H) indicates the total pending storage number. The command C300 (H) is an effect control command (total pending storage number subtraction designation command) that specifies that the total pending storage number is decremented by one. In this embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 transmits a total pending storage number subtraction designation command when subtracting the total pending storage number, but does not use the total pending storage number subtraction designation command. When subtracting the total pending storage number, a total pending storage number designation command for designating the total pending storage number after subtraction may be transmitted.

  In this embodiment, as a command for specifying the number of reserved memories, a case of transmitting a combined reserved memory number specifying command for specifying the total reserved memory number is shown, but the first reserved memory, the second reserved memory, It may be configured to transmit a command for designating the increased number of reserved memories. Specifically, when the first reserved memory increases, a first reserved memory number designation command for designating the first reserved memory number is transmitted, and when the second reserved memory increases, the second reserved memory number is designated. The second reserved memory number designation command may be transmitted.

  In this embodiment, a start winning designation command for designating which of the first start winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14 has been won is transmitted as the hold storage information, and the total reserved storage number However, the effect control command to be transmitted as the stored storage information is not limited to that shown in this embodiment. For example, when the number of reserved memories increases, a reserved memory number addition designation command (a first reserved memory number addition designation command or a second reserved memory number addition) indicating that the first reserved memory number or the second reserved memory number has increased. When the reserved memory number decreases, the reserved memory number subtraction designation command (the first reserved memory number subtraction designation command or the command indicating that the first reserved memory number or the second reserved memory number has decreased) is transmitted. (Second reserved memory number subtraction designation command) may be transmitted.

  Command C4XX (H) and command C6XX (H) are effect control commands (winning determination result designation command) indicating the contents of the determination result at the time of winning. Of these, the command C4XX (H) is an effect control command (symbol design command) that indicates whether or not a big hit, a small win or not, and a big hit type determination result among the winning determination results. is there. The command C6XX (H) is an effect control command indicating a determination result (variation pattern type determination result) of which determination value range of the variation pattern type determination random number is included in the winning determination result. (Variation category command). The command D0XX (H) is an effect control command (skip point designation command) indicating a skip destination skip point.

  In this embodiment, in the winning effect processing described later (see FIG. 22), the game control microcomputer 560 determines whether or not it is a big hit, a small hit or not, Then, it is determined in which determination value range the random value for determining the variation pattern type falls. Then, in the EXT data of the symbol designating command, a value for designating the big hit or the small hit or a value for designating the type of the big win is set, and control for transmission to the production control microcomputer 100 is performed. Further, a value for designating a range of a determination value as a determination result is set in the EXT data of the variation category command, and control to transmit to the effect control microcomputer 100 is performed. In this embodiment, the production control microcomputer 100 can recognize whether the display result is a big hit or a small hit based on the value set in the symbol designation command, and the type of the big hit, Based on the variation category command, the variation pattern type can be recognized when the value of the variation pattern type determination random number becomes a predetermined determination value.

  FIG. 15 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the contents of a symbol designation command. As shown in FIG. 15, in this embodiment, EXT data is set and a symbol designating command is transmitted according to whether or not a big hit or a small hit is made and the type of the big hit.

  For example, when it is determined that “out of the game” is given in the winning effect processing described later, the CPU 56 transmits a symbol designating command (symbol 1 designating command) in which “00 (H)” is set in the EXT data. Further, for example, when it is determined that the “15R probability variation big hit” is reached, the CPU 56 transmits a symbol designation command (design 2 designation command) in which “01 (H)” is set in the EXT data. For example, when it is determined that “10R probability variation big hit” is reached, the CPU 56 transmits a symbol designation command (design 3 designation command) in which “02 (H)” is set in the EXT data. For example, when it is determined that “2R probability variation big hit” is reached, the CPU 56 transmits a symbol designation command (design 4 designation command) in which “03 (H)” is set in the EXT data. Further, for example, when it is determined that “suddenly promising big hit”, the CPU 56 transmits a symbol designation command (design 5 designation command) in which “04 (H)” is set in the EXT data. For example, when it is determined that the “small hit” is reached, the CPU 56 transmits a symbol designation command (design 6 designation command) in which “05 (H)” is set in the EXT data. Note that the EXT data set in the symbol designation command and the EXT data set in the display result designation command may be shared. With such a configuration, it is possible to share data to be read when setting a symbol designating command and when setting a display result specifying command.

  16 and 17 are explanatory diagrams showing examples of the contents of the variable category command. As shown in FIG. 16 and FIG. 17, in this embodiment, which gaming state is displayed, which display result is the display result of the special symbol or effect symbol, the random number for determining the variation pattern type at the time of starting winning A value is set in the EXT data according to whether it is determined that any of the determination values falls within the range, and a variation category command is transmitted.

  For example, when it is determined that the gaming state is in the normal state and out of place at the time of starting winning, in step S232 of the winning effect processing described later, the CPU 56 first determines whether the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 1 to 79. Determine whether or not. When the value of the variation pattern type determination random number is 1 to 79, the CPU 56 transmits a variation category 1 command in which “00 (H)” is set in the EXT data. In this embodiment, when the gaming state is the normal state, the variation pattern type of non-reach CA 2-1 is commonly assigned to the range of determination values 1 to 79 regardless of the total number of pending storage. Therefore, the production control microcomputer 100 can recognize at least that the variation pattern type is non-reach CA2-1 based on the reception of the variation category 1 command. Next, when the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 80 to 89, the CPU 56 transmits a variation category 2 command in which “01 (H)” is set in the EXT data. Next, when the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 90 to 99, the CPU 56 transmits a variation category 3 command in which “02 (H)” is set in the EXT data. Next, when the random number for determining the variation pattern type is between 100 and 169, the CPU 56 transmits a variation category 4 command in which “03 (H)” is set in the EXT data. Next, when the random number for variation pattern type determination is 170 to 199, the CPU 56 transmits a variation category 5 command in which “04 (H)” is set in the EXT data. Next, when the random number for variation pattern type determination is 200 to 214, the CPU 56 transmits a variation category 6 command in which “05 (H)” is set in the EXT data. Next, when the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is between 215 and 229, the CPU 56 transmits a variation category 7 command in which “06 (H)” is set in the EXT data. Next, when the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 230 to 251, the CPU 56 transmits a variation category 8 command in which “07 (H)” is set in the EXT data. In this embodiment, when the gaming state is the normal state, the variation pattern type of the super CA 2-7 is commonly assigned to the range of the determination values 230 to 251 regardless of the total pending storage number. Therefore, the production control microcomputer 100 can recognize that at least the variation pattern type is super CA2-7 based on the reception of the variation category 8 command.

  Note that the threshold values 79, 89, 99, 169, 199, 214, and 229 used to determine which of the above-mentioned variation categories belong are specifically shown in FIGS. 10A and 10B. This is derived by picking up values that can be boundaries of the range of determination values assigned to each variation pattern type in the variation pattern type determination table for loss. This is the same for the subsequent variation categories 9 to 12 and 21 to 29, and each variation in the variation pattern type determination table shown in FIGS. 9 (A) to 9 (D) and FIGS. 10 (C) and 10 (D). A threshold value used for category determination is derived by picking up a value that can be a boundary of a range of determination values assigned to the pattern type.

  Also, for example, when it is determined that the gaming state is high probability / high base state and out of place at the time of starting winning, in step S232 of winning effect processing described later, the CPU 56 first determines the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type. It is determined whether or not 1 to 219. When the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 1 to 219 (that is, when the variation pattern type is non-reach CA2-3), the CPU 56 performs the variation in which “08 (H)” is set in the EXT data. Send category 9 command. Next, the CPU 56 sets “09 (H)” to the EXT data when the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 220 to 251 (that is, the variation pattern type of the super CA 2-7). Send a variable category 10 command.

  Also, for example, when it is determined that the gaming state is high probability / low base state and out of place at the time of starting winning, in step S232 of winning effect processing described later, the CPU 56 first determines the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type. It is determined whether or not 1 to 79. When the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 1 to 79 (that is, when the variation pattern type is non-reach CA 2-1), the CPU 56 sets the variation in which “0A (H)” is set in the EXT data. A category 11 command is transmitted. Next, the CPU 56 sets “0B (H)” in the EXT data when the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 80 to 251 (that is, when the variation pattern type is super CA2-7). Send a variable category 12 command.

  Even when the gaming state is a probable change state (high probability / high base state or high probability / low base state), the variation pattern type of the super CA 2-7 may be assigned to the range of the determination values 230 to 251. Good. By doing so, a common determination value can be assigned to the variation pattern type of the super CA 2-7 regardless of the gaming state. For this reason, when executing the process of step S232 of the effect process at the time of winning to be described later, if it is out of place, the common determination process may be performed regardless of the gaming state, and the program capacity can be further reduced. In this case, the game state determination process in step S226 can be made unnecessary.

  Further, for example, when it is determined at the start winning that it becomes “10R probability variation big hit” or “2R probability variation big hit”, in step S232 of winning effect processing described later, the CPU 56 first determines the value of the random number for variation pattern type determination. It is determined whether or not 1 to 74. When the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 1 to 74 (that is, when the variation pattern type is normal CA3-1), the CPU 56 sets the variation category in which “10 (H)” is set in the EXT data. 21 commands are transmitted. Next, the CPU 56 sets “11 (H)” in the EXT data when the value of the random number for variation pattern type determination is 75 to 149 (that is, when the variation pattern type is normal CA3-2). A variation category 22 command is transmitted. Next, the CPU 56 sets “12 (H)” in the EXT data when the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 150 to 251 (that is, the variation pattern type of the super CA3-3). A variable category 23 command is transmitted.

  Also, for example, when it is determined that the “15R probability variation big hit” is reached at the time of starting winning, in step S232 of the winning effect processing described later, the CPU 56 first determines whether the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 1 to 38. Determine whether or not. When the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 1 to 38 (that is, when the variation pattern type is normal CA3-1), the CPU 56 sets the variation category in which “13 (H)” is set in the EXT data. 24 commands are transmitted. Next, the CPU 56 sets “14 (H)” in the EXT data when the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 39 to 79 (that is, when the variation pattern type is normal CA3-2). Send a variation category 25 command. Next, the CPU 56 sets “15 (H)” in the EXT data when the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 80 to 251 (that is, when the variation pattern type is super CA3-3). A variation category 26 command is transmitted.

  Further, for example, when it is determined that a sudden probability variation is a big win at the time of starting winning, in step S232 of the winning effect processing described later, the CPU 56 first determines whether or not the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 1 to 100. Determine. When the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 1 to 100 (that is, when the variation pattern type is special CA4-1), the CPU 56 sets the variation category in which “16 (H)” is set in the EXT data. 27 commands are transmitted. Next, when the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 101 to 251 (that is, when the variation pattern type is special CA4-2), the CPU 56 sets the variation category in which “17 (H)” is set in the EXT data. 28 commands are transmitted.

  Further, for example, when it is determined that a small hit is made at the time of starting winning, the CPU 56 transmits a variation category 29 command in which “18 (H)” is set in the EXT data.

  Note that the total number of pending storage is not always the same when the winning determination is made at the time of starting winning and when the variable display is actually started, so the fluctuation indicated by the winning determination result designation command There may be a case where the pattern type does not coincide with the variation pattern type actually used in the variation display. However, in this embodiment, since at least the non-reach CA 2-1, super CA 2-7 and super CA 3-3 fluctuation pattern types are assigned a common determination value regardless of the total number of pending storages. (See FIGS. 9 and 10), there is no inconsistency between the winning determination result and the variation pattern type of the variation display that is actually executed. Therefore, in this embodiment, when the variation pattern type is Super CA 2-7 or Super CA 3-3, a pre-reading notice effect to be described later is executed on the variation display determined at the time of winning. Only when it is determined that the variation pattern type is Super CA 2-7 and Super CA 3-3, the variation category command shown in FIGS. 16 and 17 (specifically, the variation category 8 command, the variation category 23 command, the variation Category 26 command only) may be transmitted, and the variation category command may not be transmitted in the case of winning determination results for other variation pattern types. Further, if it is determined that a prize other than Super CA2-7 and Super CA3-3 is determined, a variation category command indicating that the variation pattern type cannot be specified may be transmitted.

  The “prefetching notice effect” is a notice effect that is executed before the start of the variable display that is the target of the notice effect. In this embodiment, the pre-reading notice effect is executed immediately at the timing when the start winning for the variable display to be noticed occurs (a pre-reading notice effect in the form of “holding ball change” described later), and the notice object. The production starts from the variation display that starts after the start winning for the variation display becomes, and is continuously executed over a plurality of variation displays before the start of the variation display subject to the notice effect. (A pre-reading notice effect in the form of “change in variation pattern at the time of symbol variation”, “mode transition”, and “countdown” described later). However, it is not always necessary to execute the notice effect over a plurality of variable displays. For example, the notice effect is performed only once in the variable display before the start of the variable display subject to the notice effect. There may be. Also, for example, the notice effect is started from the change display before the start of the change display targeted for the notice effect, and the notice effect is displayed until the change display immediately before the change display targeted for the notice effect. It may end, or it may perform a notice effect over a variable display that is the subject of the notice effect. In addition, it is not always necessary to continuously execute over a plurality of variable displays. For example, a notice effect may be executed in a variable display of a plurality of times intermittently every other time or every second time. However, regarding the pre-reading notice effect in the “countdown” mode, which will be described later, if the countdown is only once or intermittent, the effect becomes unnatural, so it can be performed continuously over a plurality of variable displays. desirable.

  In this embodiment, regardless of the game state (for example, whether the game is in a high probability state or a high base state, whether or not a big hit game is being played) The winning determination process is executed, the symbol designating command shown in FIG. 15 is always transmitted, and the variation category command shown in FIGS. 16 and 17 is transmitted. Then, based on the received symbol designation command and variation category command, the production control microcomputer 100 determines whether or not a big hit or reach is reached before the variation display of the notice target is started. Execute a prefetch notice to give a notice.

  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 image display device 9 is changed according to the contents shown in FIGS. 13 and 14, 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. 13 and FIG. 14, 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 8 a and the second special symbol. Image display that can be used in common with 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. 18 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the contents of a skip point designation command. When it is determined in the special symbol changing process that there is a skip point that can be skipped, a skip point designation command corresponding to the skip point that can be skipped is transmitted. Specifically, when it is determined that the first skip point can be skipped, the skip point 1 designation command shown in FIG. 18 is transmitted, and when it is determined that the second skip point can be skipped. When the skip point 2 designation command shown in FIG. 18 is transmitted and it is determined that the skip can be performed at the final skip point, the skip point 3 designation command shown in FIG. 18 is transmitted. Further, when it is determined that the skip is possible to the skip point at the time of prefetching when the prefetching notice effect is being executed, a skip point 4 designation command shown in FIG. 18 is transmitted.

  FIG. 19 is a flowchart illustrating 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 is executed. In the special symbol process, the CPU 56 turns on the first start winning opening 13 when the first start opening switch 13a for detecting that the game ball has won the first start winning opening 13 is turned on. If a winning has occurred, or if the second starting port switch 14a for detecting that a game ball has won the second starting winning port 14 is turned on, that is, the starting winning to the second starting winning port 14 If this occurs, start-port switch passage processing is executed (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 the variable symbol special display can be started, the game control microcomputer 560 confirms the number of numerical data stored in the reserved storage buffer (total number of reserved storage). The stored number of numerical data stored in the hold storage buffer can be confirmed by the count value of the combined hold 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. Further, control is performed to transmit a variation pattern command corresponding to the determined variation pattern to the effect control microcomputer 100, and a variation time timer for measuring the variation time of the special symbol 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. 32), and the stop symbol of the special 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 for opening the big prize opening is performed. Specifically, a counter (for example, a counter that counts the number of game balls that have entered the big prize opening) is initialized and the solenoid 21 is driven to open the big prize opening. In addition, control is performed to transmit the special winning opening open designation command to the production control microcomputer 100, the execution time of the special winning opening open processing is set by the timer, and the internal state (special symbol process flag) is set in step S306. To a value corresponding to (6 in this example). Note that the pre-opening process for the big prize opening is executed for each round, but when starting the first round, the pre-opening process for the big winning opening is also a process for starting the big hit game. In addition, since the value specifying the round is set in the EXT data for each round and the command for opening a special prize opening is specified, a different command for opening a special prize opening is transmitted for each round. For example, when executing the first round during the big hit game, a special winning opening opening designation command (A101 (H)) for designating round 1 is transmitted, and when executing the tenth round during the big hit game. Is a special winning opening open designation command (A10A (H)) for designating round 10.

  Large winning opening open process (step S306): This process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 6. In the special prize opening opening process, a process for confirming the establishment of the closing condition of the special prize opening is performed. If the closing condition for the special prize opening is satisfied and there are still remaining rounds, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S305 (5 in this example). In addition, control is performed to transmit the designation command after the big hit release to the microcomputer 100 for effect control, and when all rounds are finished, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is set to a value corresponding to step S307 (this In the example, update to 7).

  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. Also, a process for setting a flag indicating a gaming state (for example, a high probability flag or a high base 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 big prize opening. Specifically, a counter (for example, a counter that counts the number of game balls that have entered the big prize opening) is initialized and the solenoid 21 is driven to open the big prize opening. Also, the execution time of the special 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 pre-opening process for small hits is executed every time the big winning opening during the small hit game is opened. It is also a process to start.

  Small hit release processing (step S309): executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 9. Processing to confirm the establishment of the closing condition of the big prize opening is performed. When the closing condition of the big prize opening is satisfied and the number of opening of the big prize opening still remains, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is set to a value (8 in this example) corresponding to step S308. Update. In addition, when all the releases are completed, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (10 in this example) corresponding to step S310.

  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. 20 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 S1211). If the first start port switch 13a is not in the ON state, the process proceeds to step S1222. 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). Whether or not the value of the number counter is 4 is confirmed (step S1212). If the first reserved storage number has reached the upper limit value, the process proceeds to step S1222.

  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 S1213), and the value of the total reserved memory number counter for counting the total reserved memory number Is increased by 1 (step S1214). Further, the CPU 56 corresponds to the value of the total reserved memory number counter in the reserved storage specific information storage area (hold specific area) for storing the winning order to the first start winning opening 13 and the second start winning opening 14. Data indicating “first” is set in the area (step S1215).

  In this embodiment, when the first start opening switch 13a is turned on (that is, when a game ball starts and wins the first start winning opening 13), data indicating “first” is set, When the second start port switch 14a is turned on (that is, when a game ball starts and wins the second start winning port 14), data indicating “second” is set. For example, the CPU 56 sets 01 (H) as data indicating “first” when the first start port switch 13 a is turned on in the reserved storage specifying information storage area (holding specified area), 2 When the start port switch 14a is turned on, 02 (H) is set as data indicating “second”. In this case, when there is no corresponding reserved storage, 00 (H) is set in the reserved storage specific information storage area (hold specific area).

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

  Next, the CPU 56 extracts values from the random number circuit 503 and a counter for generating software random numbers, and executes processing for storing them in a storage area in the first reserved storage buffer (see FIG. 21B) (see FIG. 21B). Step S1216). In the process of step S1216, 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 first 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.

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

  Next, the CPU 56 executes prize-winning effect processing in which the fluctuation display result and the fluctuation pattern type when the fluctuation based on the detected start winning is subsequently executed are determined in advance at the time of starting winning (step S1217). Then, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a symbol designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 based on the determination result of the winning effect processing (step S1218), and transmits a variation category command to the effect control microcomputer 100. Control is performed (step S1219). In addition, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit the first start winning designation command to the production control microcomputer 100 (step S1220), and sets the value of the total pending storage number counter to EXT data and sets the total pending storage number designation command. Is transmitted to the production control microcomputer 100 (step S1221).

  Note that by executing the processing of steps S1218 and S1219, in this embodiment, the CPU 56 regardless of the gaming state (whether it is a high probability state, a high base state, or a big hit gaming state). Always sends both the symbol designating command and the variable category command to the production control microcomputer 100 every time the first winning prize opening 13 is won.

  In this embodiment, when the start winning to the first start winning opening 13 occurs by executing the processing of steps S1218 to S1221, the symbol designation command, the variable category command, the first start prize designation A set of four commands, that is, a command and a total pending storage number designation command, are transmitted all at once in one timer interrupt.

  Next, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the second start port switch 14a is in an on state (step S1222). 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 in the ON state, 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). Whether or not the value of the number counter is 4 is confirmed (step S1223). 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 increments the value of the second reserved memory number counter by 1 (step S1224), and the value of the total reserved memory number counter for counting the total reserved memory number Is increased by 1 (step S1225). In addition, the CPU 56 sets data indicating “second” in an area corresponding to the value of the total reserved memory number counter in the reserved storage specific information storage area (hold specific area) (step S1226).

  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. 21B) ( Step S1227). Note that in the process of step S1227, 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.

  Next, the CPU 56 executes a winning effect processing (step S1228). Then, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a symbol designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 based on the determination result of the winning effect processing (step S1229), and transmits a variation category command to the effect control microcomputer 100. Control is performed (step S1230). Further, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit the second start winning designation command to the production control microcomputer 100 (step S1231), and sets the value of the total pending storage number counter to the EXT data and sets the total pending storage number designation command. Is transmitted to the production control microcomputer 100 (step S1232).

  In this embodiment, by executing the processing of steps S1229 and S1230, the CPU 56 regardless of the gaming state (whether it is a high probability state, a high base state, or a big hit gaming state). Always sends both the symbol designation command and the variable category command to the production control microcomputer 100 every time the second start winning opening 14 is won.

  Further, in this embodiment, when the start winning to the second start winning opening 14 occurs by executing the processing of steps S1229 to S1232, the symbol designation command, the variable category command, the second start prize designation A set of four commands, that is, a command and a total pending storage number designation command, are transmitted all at once in one timer interrupt.

  FIG. 22 is a flowchart showing the winning effect processing in steps S1217 and S1228. In the winning effect process, the CPU 56 first compares the jackpot determination random number (random R) extracted in steps S1216 and S1227 with the normal jackpot determination value shown in the left column of FIG. It is confirmed whether or not they match (step S220). In this embodiment, at the timing of starting the variation of the special symbol and the production symbol, whether or not to make a big hit or a small hit in the special symbol normal processing described later, determining the type of big hit or changing the variation pattern in the variation pattern setting processing In addition to that, at the timing when the game ball starts and wins at the first start winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14, before the change display based on the start winning is started, By executing the winning presentation process, it is confirmed in advance whether or not the big hit or the small win is made, and which judgment value range the value of the big hit type or the variation pattern type determination random number is. By doing so, before the change display of the effect symbol is executed, the change display result and the change pattern type are predicted in advance, and it is determined whether or not the prefetch notice effect is executed. Based on the determination result at the time of winning a prize, a pre-reading notice effect is executed by the effect control microcomputer 100 for notifying that a big hit or a super reach will be made during the change display of the effect symbol.

  If the jackpot determination random number (random R) does not match the normal jackpot determination value (N in step S220), the CPU 56 determines that the gaming state is a high probability state (probability change state. High probability / high base state and high probability / It is confirmed whether or not a high probability flag indicating that the low base state is included is set (step S221). If the high probability flag is set, the CPU 56 compares the jackpot determination random number (random R) extracted in steps S1216 and S1227 with the jackpot determination value at the time of probability change shown in the right column of FIG. It is confirmed whether or not they match (step S222). It should be noted that there is a possibility that a plurality of variation displays will be executed after confirming whether or not the state is surely changed in step S221 at the time of the start winning, until the actual display of the variation based on the start winning is actually started. There is. For this reason, the game state has changed (for example, the start of change) from when it is confirmed whether or not it is in the probable variation state at step S221 at the time of starting winning, until when the fluctuation display based on the starting winning is actually started. If the 15R probability variation big hit, the 10R probability variation big hit, the 2R probability variation big hit, or the sudden probability variation big hit occurs before, the normal state changes to the probability variation state. For this reason, the gaming state determined in step S221 at the time of starting winning and the gaming state determined at the start of variation (see step S61 described later) do not necessarily match. In order to prevent such a discrepancy, a game with a change in the game state in the currently stored hold memory is specified, and the determination at the start winning prize is made based on the game state after the change. Also good.

  If the jackpot determination random number (random R) does not match the jackpot determination value at the time of probability change (N in step S222), the CPU 56 determines the jackpot determination random number (random R) extracted in steps S1216 and S1227 and FIG. ) And (C) are compared with the small hit determination values to confirm whether or not they match (step S223). In this case, when there is a start winning at the first start winning opening 13 (when the winning effect processing in step S1217 is executed), the CPU 56 determines the small hit determination table (first) shown in FIG. It is determined whether or not it matches the small hit determination value set for the special symbol. Further, when there is a start winning at the second starting winning opening 14 (when the winning effect processing at step S1228 is executed), the small hit determination table (for the second special symbol) shown in FIG. 8C. It is determined whether or not it matches the small hit determination value set in.

  If the big hit determination random number (random R) does not match the small hit determination value (N in step S223), the CPU 56 sets the EXT data “00 (H)” indicating “out of” in the symbol designation command. Is performed (step S224).

  Next, the CPU 56 performs a process for determining the current gaming state (step S225). In this embodiment, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the gaming state is a high probability state and a high base state (specifically, the high probability flag and the high base flag are set in step S225). Whether or not). In addition, after confirming whether or not the high probability state and the high base state are set in step S225 at the time of starting winning, until the display of fluctuation based on the starting winning is actually started, Multiple variable displays may be performed. Therefore, the game state after the start winning is confirmed in step S225 whether or not it is in the high probability state and the high base state until the actual display of variation based on the start winning is actually started. (For example, when a 15R probability variation big hit, a 10R probability variation big hit, a 2R probability variation big hit, or a sudden probability variation big hit occurs before the start of fluctuation may change from a normal state to a probability variation state). Therefore, the gaming state determined in step S225 at the time of starting winning and the gaming state determined at the start of variation (see step S61 described later) do not necessarily match. In order to prevent such a discrepancy, a game with a change in the game state in the currently stored hold memory is specified, and the determination at the start winning prize is made based on the game state after the change. Also good.

  Then, the CPU 56 sets each threshold for detachment according to the determination result of step S225 (step S226). In this embodiment, a threshold determination program for performing threshold determination in advance is incorporated, and by determining whether or not the threshold value is larger than the threshold value, the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type falls within any determination value range. Is determined, and the value of the EXT data set in the variation category command shown in FIGS. 16 and 17 is determined.

  For example, if the CPU 56 determines that the gaming state is a high probability / high base state, the CPU 56 sets the threshold 219. In this case, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the value of the variation pattern type determination random number is equal to or less than the threshold value 219 in step S232 to be described later. Is determined to set “08 (H)” as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 16). If it is not less than or equal to the threshold 219 (that is, 220 to 251), it is determined that “09 (H)” is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 16).

  Further, for example, when the CPU 56 determines that the gaming state is the high probability / low base state, the CPU 56 sets the threshold value 79. In this case, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the value of the variation pattern type determination random number is equal to or less than the threshold value 79 in step S232 described later, and if it is equal to or less than the threshold value 79 (that is, 1 to 79). Is determined to set “0A (H)” as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 16). If the threshold value is not 79 or less (that is, 80 to 251), it is determined that “0B (H)” is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 16).

  For example, if the CPU 56 determines that the gaming state is the normal state, the CPU 56 sets the threshold values 79, 89, 99, 169, 199, 214, and 229 regardless of the total number of pending storages. In this case, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the value of the variation pattern type determination random number is equal to or less than the threshold value 79 in step S232 described later. Is determined to set “00 (H)” as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 16). If the threshold value is 89 or less (that is, 80 to 89), it is determined that “01 (H)” is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 16). If the threshold value is 99 or less (that is, 90 to 99), it is determined that “02 (H)” is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 16). If the threshold value is 169 or less (that is, 100 to 169), it is determined that “03 (H)” is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 16). If the threshold value is 199 or less (that is, 170 to 199), it is determined that “04 (H)” is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 16). If the threshold is 214 or less (ie, 200 to 214), it is determined that “05 (H)” is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 16). When the threshold value is 229 or less (that is, when it is 215 to 229), it is determined that “06 (H)” is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 16). If the threshold value is not less than 229 (that is, 230 to 251), it is determined that “07 (H)” is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 16).

  In the threshold determination example described above, 79, 89, 99, 169, 199, 214, and 229 are determined in order from the smallest threshold value. It will never fall within the range below the previous order threshold. That is, after determining whether or not the threshold value is 79 or less, when determining whether or not the threshold value is 89 or less, it does not fall within the range of 1 to 79 that is equal to or less than the threshold value in the previous order. It is determined whether it is in the range. In this embodiment, the case where the threshold values are determined to be 79, 89, 99, 169, 199, 214, and 229 in order from the smallest value is shown. Conversely, 229, 214, You may determine with 199, 169, 99, 89, and 79. The same applies to the determination using other threshold values shown below.

  Note that the threshold value in the normal state (low probability / low base state) may always be set without determining the gaming state in step S225. Even in such a configuration, the range of determination values is shared by at least the variation pattern type that is “non-reach” and the variation pattern type that is “super-reach”. It can be determined whether or not it is “out of” or “out of super reach”.

  When the big hit determination random number (random R) matches the small hit determination value (Y of step S223), the CPU 56 uses the EXT data “05 (H)” indicating “small hit” as a symbol designating command. Is set (step S227).

  Next, the CPU 56 sets a threshold for small hits (step S228). In this embodiment, the CPU 56 sets the threshold value 251 and determines in step S232 described later that the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is equal to or less than the threshold value 251 (1 to 251). It is determined that “18 (H)” is set as the EXT data of the variation category command (see FIG. 17). In the case of a small hit, it may be determined that the EXT data “18 (H)” is set as it is without performing the threshold determination.

  When the jackpot determination random number (random R) matches the jackpot determination value in step S220 or step S222, the CPU 56 determines the type of jackpot based on the jackpot type determination random number (random 1) extracted in steps S1216 and S1227. Is determined (step S229). In this case, when there is a start winning at the first start winning opening 13 (when the winning effect processing in step S1217 is executed), the CPU 56 determines the jackpot type determination table (first 1D) shown in FIG. Using the special symbol 131a, it is determined whether the big hit type is “15R probability variation big hit”, “10R probability variation big hit”, “2R probability variation big hit” or “sudden probability variation big hit”. When there is a start winning at the second start winning opening 14 (when the winning effect processing at step S1228 is executed), the big hit type determination table (for the second special symbol) shown in FIG. 131b is used to determine whether the jackpot type is “15R probability variation jackpot”, “10R probability variation jackpot”, “2R probability variation jackpot” or “sudden probability variation jackpot”.

  Next, the CPU 56 performs processing for setting the EXT data corresponding to the determination result of the jackpot type in the symbol designation command (step S230). In this case, when it is determined that “15R probability variation big hit” is reached, the CPU 56 performs processing for setting EXT data “01 (H)” indicating “15R probability variation big hit” to the symbol designation command. When it is determined that “10R probability variation big hit” is reached, the CPU 56 performs processing for setting EXT data “02 (H)” indicating “10R probability variation big hit” in the symbol designation command. When it is determined that “2R probability variation big hit” is reached, the CPU 56 performs processing for setting EXT data “03 (H)” indicating “2R probability variation big hit” in the symbol designation command. If it is determined that “suddenly probable big hit”, the CPU 56 performs processing for setting EXT data “04 (H)” indicating “suddenly probable big hit” in the symbol designation command.

  And CPU56 sets each threshold value for jackpots according to the jackpot type determined by step S229 (step S231).

  For example, the CPU 56 sets the threshold values 74 and 149 when determining that “10R probability variation big hit” or “2R probability variation big hit”. In this case, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the value of the variation pattern type determination random number is equal to or smaller than the threshold value 74 in step S232 described later. Is determined to set “10 (H)” as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 17). If the threshold value is 149 or less (that is, 75 to 149), it is determined that “11 (H)” is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 17). If it is not less than or equal to the threshold value 149 (ie, 150 to 251), it is determined that “12 (H)” is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 17).

  Further, for example, when the CPU 56 determines “15R probability variation big hit”, the threshold values 38 and 79 are set. In this case, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the value of the variation pattern type determination random number is equal to or less than the threshold 38 in step S232 described later. Is determined to set “13 (H)” as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 17). If the threshold value is 79 or less (that is, 39 to 79), it is determined that “14 (H)” is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 17). If the threshold value is not 79 or less (that is, 80 to 251), it is determined that “15 (H)” is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 17).

  Further, for example, if the CPU 56 determines “suddenly promising big hit”, it sets the threshold 100. In this case, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the value of the variation pattern type determination random number is less than or equal to the threshold value 100 in step S232 to be described later. Is determined to set “16 (H)” as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 17). If the threshold is not less than 100 (that is, 101 to 251), it is determined that “17 (H)” is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 17).

  Next, the CPU 56 uses the threshold value set in steps S226, S228, and S231 and the random number for variation pattern type determination (random 2) extracted in steps S1216 and S1227 to determine which value of the random number for variation pattern type determination. It is determined whether it is within the range of the determination value (step S232).

  In steps S226, S228, and S231, instead of setting a predetermined threshold value, a variation pattern type determination table (see FIGS. 9 and 10) is set, and in step S232, the set variation pattern type is set. The determination table may be used to determine the range of the variation pattern type determination random number value and which variation pattern type.

  Then, the CPU 56 performs a process of setting the EXT data corresponding to the determination result to the variable category command (step S233). Specifically, the CPU 56 determines “00 (H)” to “0B (H)”, “10” as shown in FIGS. 16 and 17 depending on which variation pattern type is determined in step S232. (H) ”to“ 18 (H) ”is set to the EXT data of the variable category command. Thereafter, the CPU 56 performs a prefetch notice determination process (step S234). Details of the prefetch notice determination process will be described later.

  In this embodiment, although the case where it is determined that the big win or the small win is determined in the determination at the time of winning, the range in which the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is uniformly determined is shown. When it is determined that the game is a big hit or a small hit, the range of the variation pattern type determination random number may not be determined. Then, when a big win or a small win is received, a symbol designating command indicating that the determination at the time of winning is made may be transmitted, and a variation category command comprehensively indicating that the variation pattern type of a big hit or a small hit may be transmitted. . For example, although the production control microcomputer 100 does not specifically show which variation pattern type, the variation indicated that it will be one of the big hit variation pattern types. Based on the reception of the category command, a prefetch notice effect described later may be executed.

  In this embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 performs a prefetch notice determination process to determine whether or not to execute a prefetch notice effect. Therefore, only the command indicating whether or not to execute the pre-reading notice effect may be transmitted without transmitting the symbol designating command and the variation category command.

  FIG. 23 is a flowchart showing a prefetch notice determination process (step S234) in the winning effect process. In the prefetching notice determination process, the CPU 56 determines whether or not a prefetching flag indicating whether or not a prefetching notice effect is being executed is set (step S2341). If it is determined that the prefetch flag is not set, the CPU 56 determines whether or not all of the previous floating storage fluctuation categories are the fluctuation category 1 (non-reach CA2-1 designation) (step S2342). If they are all variation category 1, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the variation category is one in which super reach is executed (step S2343). For example, the CPU 56 executes super reach when the EXT data set in the variable category command is “07 (H)”, “12 (H)”, or “15 (H)” in step S233. It is determined that it is a variation category. In this embodiment, when the variation pattern type of Super CA 2-7 or Super CA 3-3 is selected, the pre-reading notice effect is executed for the fluctuation display determined at the time of winning. It can be said that it is determined whether or not. In this embodiment, the variation category in which the pre-reading notice effect is executed is a variation category in which super reach is executed, but is not limited to this, for example, one of the change categories in which super reach is executed. May be only a part, or may be some of the variable categories in which super reach is not executed.

  In addition, in this embodiment, it is configured so that the pre-reading notice effect can be executed on the condition that each fluctuation display until the fluctuation display to be noticed starts is also `` non-reach ''. A determination process is not provided for determining whether or not all the variable categories in the pending storage up to step S2342 are the variable category 1 (non-reach CA2-1 designation), and all the variable displays up to the target of the notice are “non-display”. Regardless of whether or not “reach is out of place”, the processing from step S2343 onward may be executed.

  Next, when it is determined that the variation category is that the super reach is executed, the CPU 56 sets the value of the summed pending storage number counter in the advance notice hold storage counter indicating the change display that is the advance notice target of the prefetch notice effect (step S31). S2344). In other words, among the variable displays specified by the value of the total stored hold number counter, the variable display that matches the value of the advance notice hold storage counter is the advance notice target of the prefetch notice effect.

  When it is determined in step S2341 that the prefetch flag is set, or when the process of step S2344 is completed, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the value of the advance notice hold storage counter is greater than 1 (step S2345). . If it is determined that the value of the advance notice storage counter is greater than 1, the CPU 56 sets a prefetch flag (step S2346). If it is determined that the value of the advance notice hold storage counter is not greater than 1, the CPU 56 resets the prefetch flag (step S2347). Then, the CPU 56 ends the prefetch notice determination process. In the example shown in FIG. 23, the CPU 56 determines whether or not there is one or more holding memories other than the holding memory for which the effect processing at the time of winning is performed in step S2345 (that is, based on the holding memory immediately). It is determined whether or not the variable display is executed, and then, if there is one or more other storages, the prefetch flag is set. This process is for ensuring the time for executing the pre-reading notice effect, but for example, the pre-reading flag may be set if the value of the variable time timer is equal to or greater than a predetermined value.

  24 and 25 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.

  In step S51, the CPU 56 does not check the value of the total reserved memory number, but checks whether or not data is set in the first area of the reserved specific area. If it is not set, it may be determined that there is no reserved storage, and the process may proceed to step S51A.

  If the total pending storage number is not 0, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the first data among the data set in the pending specific area (see FIG. 21A) is data indicating “first”. (Step S52). When the first data set in the reserved specific area is not data indicating “first” (that is, data indicating “second”) (N in step S52), the CPU 56 determines that the special symbol pointer (first Data indicating “second” is set in a flag indicating whether special symbol process processing is being performed for one special symbol or special symbol process processing is being performed for the second special symbol (step S53). When the first data set in the reserved specific area is data indicating “first” (Y in step S52), the CPU 56 sets data indicating “first” in the special symbol pointer (step S54). ).

  By executing the processing of steps S52 to S54, in this embodiment, the first special symbol changes in accordance with the start winning order in which the game balls win the first start winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14. Display or variable display of the second special symbol is executed. In this embodiment, the first special symbol variation display or the second special symbol variation display is executed in accordance with the start winning order in which the game balls have won the first start winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14. Although the case where it is displayed is shown, you may comprise so that a variable display of any one of a 1st special symbol and a 2nd special symbol may be performed preferentially. In this case, for example, when the state is shifted to the high base state, it is easy to start a winning at the second starting winning port 14 provided with the variable winning ball device 15 and the second reserved memory is easily accumulated. The special symbol variation display may be executed with priority.

  In the case where the second special symbol variation display is preferentially executed, the big hit determination random number (random R) is determined as the big hit determination in the low probability state in the winning effect processing shown in FIG. Only the process of comparing with the value may be executed and may not be compared with the jackpot determination value in the high probability state (specifically, only the process of step S220 is executed, and the processes of steps S221 and S222 are performed) You may not do it). With such a configuration, when the display of the variation of the second special symbol is prioritized and executed, between the determination result of the jackpot in the determination at the time of winning and the determination result of the jackpot at the actual start of variation It is possible to prevent the deviation from occurring.

  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 random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the first reserved memory number = 1 in the first reserved memory buffer. Is stored in the random number buffer area of the RAM 55. In addition, when the special symbol pointer indicates “second”, the CPU 56 reads out each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the second reserved memory number = 1 in the second reserved memory buffer. Store 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 subtracts 1 from the count value of the first reserved memory number counter, and in the reserved specific area and the first reserved memory buffer. Shift the contents of each storage area. In addition, 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 reserved specific area and the second reserved memory buffer are shifted. To do.

  That is, when the special symbol pointer indicates “first”, the CPU 56 stores the first reserved memory number = n (n = 2, 3, 4) in the first reserved memory buffer of the RAM 55. Each stored random number value is stored in a storage area corresponding to the first reserved storage number = n−1. Further, when the special symbol pointer indicates “second”, each stored in the storage area corresponding to the second reserved memory number = n (n = 2, 3, 4) in the second reserved memory buffer of the RAM 55. The random value is stored in the storage area corresponding to the second reserved memory number = n−1. In addition, the CPU 56 adds the values (values indicating “first” or “second”) stored in the storage area corresponding to the total reserved memory number = m (m = 2 to 8) in the reserved specific area. Stored in the storage area corresponding to the reserved storage number = m−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. Further, the order in which the values stored in the respective storage areas corresponding to the total number of pending storages are extracted always matches the order of the total number of pending storages = 1-8.

  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. If the value of the advance notice hold storage counter is larger than 0 (step S59A), the CPU 56 subtracts 1 from the advance notice hold storage counter (step S59B).

  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 high probability flag indicating the high probability state is set and the high base flag indicating the high base state is set, the CPU 56 sets the high probability high base state background. Controls sending specified commands. Further, when only the high probability flag is set and the high base flag is not set, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a high probability low base state background designation command. Further, when neither the high probability flag nor the high base flag is set, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a normal state background designation command.

  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. And the address of the command transmission table according to an effect control command is set to a pointer, and an effect control command is transmitted in an effect control command control process (step S28). In this embodiment, when the change of the special symbol is started, the background control command, the change pattern command, the display result specifying command, and the total pending storage number subtraction specifying command are sequentially set for each timer interrupt. It is transmitted to the computer 100. 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 command for specifying the total pending storage number subtraction 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 the jackpot determination random number extracted in step S1216 or step S1227 of the start-port switch passing process and stored in advance in the first hold storage buffer or 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. 8) determined in advance with the big hit determination random number, and if they match, executes the process of determining the big hit or the small hit It is a program to do. That is, it is a program that executes a big hit determination or a small hit determination process.

  In the jackpot determination process, when the gaming state is a probable change state (high probability / high base state, high probability / low base state), the probability that the game state is a big hit than when the gaming state is non-probability change state (normal state) Is configured to be high. Specifically, a jackpot determination table (a table in which the numerical values on the right side of FIG. 8A in the ROM 54 are set) in which a large number of jackpot determination values are set in advance and the number of jackpot determination values are definitely changed. A normal big hit determination table (a table in which the numerical values on the left side of FIG. 8A in the ROM 54 are set) set smaller than the hour big hit determination table is provided. 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 CPU 56 performs a jackpot determination process using the probability variation jackpot determination table. When it is in the 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. 8A, 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 a probable change state is determined by whether or not the high probability flag is set. The high probability flag is set when the gaming state is shifted to the probability change state, and is reset when the probability change state is ended. Specifically, it is determined to be “15R probability change big hit”, “10R probability change big hit”, “2R probability change big hit” or “sudden probability change big hit”, and is set in the process of ending the big hit game. Then, after the big hit game is over, it is reset when the variable display is finished a predetermined number of times (71 in this embodiment).

  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. 8B and 8C). 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. 8B and 8C, 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. If 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. 8D. 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.

  Next, the CPU 56 uses the selected jackpot type determination table to select the type corresponding to the value of the random number (random 1) for determining the big hit type stored in the random number buffer area (“15R probability variable big hit”, “ "10R probability variation big hit", "2R probability variation big hit" or "sudden probability variation 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 number extracted in step S1216 or step S1227 of the start port switch passing process and stored in advance in the first hold memory buffer or the second hold memory buffer, and determines the jackpot type. Do. Further, in this case, as shown in FIGS. 8D and 8E, 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.

  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 “15R probability variable big hit”, “01” is set as data indicating the big hit type, and when the big hit type is “10R positive variable big hit”, “02” is set as the data indicating the big hit type. When the big hit type is “2R probability variable big hit”, “03” is set as data indicating the big hit type, and when the big hit type is “suddenly probable big hit”, “04” is set as the data indicating the big hit type. Is done.

  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, depending on the decision result of the big hit type, one of “1”, “3”, “7”, “9”, which becomes the big hit symbol, is determined as the special symbol stop symbol To do. That is, when the big hit type is determined to be “suddenly promising big hit”, “1” is decided as a special symbol stop symbol, and when “2R probable big hit” is decided, “3” is designated as a special symbol stop symbol. If “10R probability variation big hit” is decided, “7” is decided as a special symbol stop symbol, and if “15R probability variation big hit” is decided, “9” is decided 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. 26 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 S91). When the big hit flag is set, the CPU 56 uses the big hit variation pattern type determination tables 132A to 132C (FIG. 9A) as tables used to determine the variation pattern type as one of a plurality of types. ) To (C)) is selected (step S92). Then, the process proceeds to step S102.

  When the big hit flag is not set, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the small hit flag is set (step S93). When the small hit flag is set, the CPU 56 uses the small hit variation pattern type determination table 132D (FIG. 9D) as a table used to determine the variation pattern type as one of a plurality of types. )) Is selected (step S94). Then, the process proceeds to step S102.

  If the small hit flag is not set, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the high base flag indicating the high base state is set (step S95). Note that the high base flag is set when the gaming state shifts to the probability changing state, and is reset when the high base state ends. Specifically, it is determined to be “15R probability change big hit”, “10R probability change big hit”, “2R probability change big hit” or “sudden probability change big hit”, and is set in the process of ending the big hit game. Further, after the big hit game is over, it is reset when the variable display is finished a predetermined number of times (70 times in this embodiment).

  If the high base flag is not set (N in step S95), the CPU 56 checks whether or not the high probability flag indicating the high probability state is set (step S96). If the high probability flag is not set (N in Step S96), that is, if the gaming state is the normal state, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the total number of pending storage is 3 or more (Step S97). If the total number of pending storages is less than 3 (N in step S97), the CPU 56 uses the variation pattern type determination table 135A for detachment as a table used to determine the variation pattern type as one of a plurality of types. 10A) is selected (step S98). Then, the process proceeds to step S102.

  When the total number of pending storages is 3 or more (Y in step S97), the CPU 56 uses the variation pattern type determination table for deviation as a table used to determine one of a plurality of variation pattern types. 135B (see FIG. 10B) is selected (step S99). Then, the process proceeds to step S102.

  If the high probability flag is set (Y in step S96), that is, if the gaming state is a high probability / low base state, the CPU 56 determines the variation pattern type as one of a plurality of types. As a table used for this purpose, the deviation variation pattern type determination table 135D (see FIG. 10D) is selected (step S100). Then, the process proceeds to step S102.

  If the high base flag is set (Y in step S95), that is, if the gaming state is a high probability / high base state (in this embodiment, the low probability / high base state is controlled). Therefore, if the high base flag is set, a high probability / high base state is established), and the CPU 56 uses the variation for outlier as a table used to determine one of a plurality of variation patterns. The pattern type determination table 135C (see FIG. 10C) is selected (step S101). Then, the process proceeds to step S102.

  In this embodiment, when the processing of steps S95 to S101 is executed, and the gaming state is the normal state and the total number of pending storages is 3 or more, the variation for loss shown in FIG. The pattern type determination table 135B is selected. Further, when the gaming state is a high probability / high base state, the variation pattern type determination table 135C for loss shown in FIG. 10C is selected. In this case, non-reach CA2-3 may be determined as the variation pattern type in the process of step S102, which will be described later. If the variation pattern type of non-reach CA2-3 is determined, the process changes in step S105. Short reach variation non-reach PA1-2 is determined as a pattern (see FIG. 12). Therefore, in this embodiment, when the gaming state is a high probability / high base state, or when the total number of pending storages is 3 or more, a change display of the shortening variation may be performed. In this embodiment, the variation pattern type determination table for shortening variation (see FIG. 10C) used in the high probability / high base state and the variation pattern type determination table for shortening variation based on the number of reserved storage ( Although the table is different from that shown in FIG. 10B, a common table may be used as the variation pattern type determination table for shortening variation.

  In this embodiment, even when the gaming state is the high base state, when the total number of pending storage is almost 0 (for example, 0, 0 or 1), The change display of the shortening change may not be performed. In this case, for example, when the CPU 56 determines Y in step S95, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the total pending storage number is substantially zero. The determination table 135A (see FIG. 10A) may be selected.

  Next, the CPU 56 reads random 2 (random number for variation pattern type determination) from the random number buffer area (the first reserved storage buffer or the second reserved storage buffer), and performs the processing of steps S92, S94, S98, S99, S100, or S101. By referring to the selected table, the variation pattern type is determined as one of a plurality of types (step S102).

  Next, the CPU 56 uses the hit variation pattern determination tables 137A and 137B (see FIG. 11) as tables used to determine the variation pattern as one of a plurality of types based on the determination result of the variation pattern type in step S102. ), One of the deviation variation pattern determination table 138A (see FIG. 12) is selected (step S103). 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 S103. Is determined as one of a plurality of types (step S105). 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 S106). 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 S107).

  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 S108). Then, the CPU 56 performs a skip enable / disable determination process (step S109).

  FIG. 27 is a flowchart showing skip enable / disable determination processing (step S109). In the skip possibility determination process, the CPU 56 resets a skip possibility flag indicating that skipping is possible in the variable display (step S1091). Next, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the prefetch flag is set and the value of the advance notice hold memory counter is 0 (step S1092). That is, in step S1092, it is determined whether or not the variation display for which the variation pattern setting process is being performed is the variation display of the pre-notification effect of the pre-read announcement effect. By performing the process in step S1092, it is possible to prevent the variation time from being erroneously shortened until the variation display that is the target of the notice effect.

  When it is determined in step S1092 that the prefetch flag is set and the value of the advance notice hold storage counter is not 0, the CPU 56 determines whether or not a skip point is provided in the variation pattern determined in step S105. (Step S1093), and if it is determined that it is provided, a skip enable flag is set (step S1094), and the skip enable / disable determination process ends. If it is determined in step S1092 that the prefetch flag is set and the value of the advance notice hold memory counter is 0, or if it is determined in step S1093 that no skip point is provided, the CPU 56 Then, the skip enable / disable determination process is terminated. If skip points are set for all the variation patterns, the process of step S1093 can be omitted.

  When the skip possibility determination process ends, the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the display result designation command transmission process (step S302) (step S110).

  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 S95 to S102 may be executed to determine the variation pattern type. In this case, the variation pattern type determination table for non-reach (including the variation pattern types of non-reach CA2-1 to non-reach CA2-3 shown in FIG. 10) and the variation pattern type determination table for reach (FIG. 10). Normal CA2-4 to normal CA2-6, including a variation pattern type of super CA2-7) are prepared, 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. In this case, for example, the CPU 56 determines whether or not it matches the determination value assigned to the common range of the reach determination table in determining whether or not “super reach is lost” in the winning effect processing. Thus, it may be determined in advance whether or not to reach. In addition, considering that the execution ratio of the notice effect is reduced, as shown in this embodiment, the “super-reach out” is performed depending on the variation pattern type without performing the lottery process using the random number for reach determination. It is preferable to make a pre-reading notice effect by determining in advance whether or not.

  FIG. 28 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 any one of the presentation control commands (display result 1 designation to display result 6 designation) (see FIG. 13) 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 S110). If not set, the process proceeds to step S118. When the big hit flag is set, if the big hit type is “15R probability variable big hit”, control is performed to transmit a display result 2 designation command (steps S111 and S112). Whether or not it is “15R 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 “01”. it can. Further, when the big hit type is “10R probability variation big hit”, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a display result 3 designation command (steps S113 and S114). Specifically, whether or not it is “10R probability variation big hit” is 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 “02”. it can. Further, when the big hit type is “2R probability variation big hit”, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a display result 4 designation command (steps S115 and S116). Specifically, whether or not it is “2R probability variation big hit” is 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”. it can. When it is neither “15R-probable big hit”, “10R-probable big hit”, or “2R-probable big hit” (that is, “abrupt-probable big hit”), the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a display result 5 designation command. This is performed (step S117).

  On the other hand, when the big hit flag is not set (N in step S110), the CPU 56 checks whether or not the small hit flag is set (step S118). If the small hit flag is set, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a display result 6 designation command (step S119). When the small hit flag is not set (N in Step S118), that is, when it is out of place, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a display result 1 designation command (Step S120).

  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 S121).

  FIG. 29 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 the total pending storage number subtraction designation command has already been transmitted (step S1121). Whether or not the total pending storage number subtraction designation command has already been transmitted is determined by, for example, transmitting the total pending storage number subtraction designation command when transmitting the total pending storage number subtraction designation command in step S1122 described later. It is sufficient to set whether or not the total pending storage number subtraction designation command transmitted flag is set, and whether or not the total pending storage number subtraction designation command transmitted flag is set in step S1121. Further, in this case, the set total pending storage 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 variation display is ended or when the big jackpot is ended. do it.

  Next, if the total pending storage number subtraction designation command has not been transmitted, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit the total pending storage number subtraction designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S1122).

  Next, the CPU 56 subtracts 1 from the variable time timer (step S1125). When the variable time timer times out (step S1126), the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a symbol confirmation designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S1127). 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 S1128).

  If the variable time timer has not timed out (N in step S1126), the CPU 56 determines whether or not the prefetch flag is set (step S12601), and if it is determined that the prefetch flag is not set, It is determined whether or not it is during the operation reception period for receiving an operation of pressing the operation button 120 by the player during the change of the special symbol (step S12602). In this embodiment, even for the same variation pattern, different operation reception periods are determined depending on whether or not the execution of the prefetch notice effect is determined. Specifically, if execution of the pre-reading notice effect is determined, the entire variable time period is the operation acceptance period, and if execution of the pre-reading notice effect is not determined, a part of the variable time period Is defined in the operation acceptance period. The operation reception period when the execution of the pre-reading notice effect is not determined is determined for each variation pattern. For example, the operation reception start timing and the operation reception end timing may be determined in advance for each variation pattern shown in FIG. 6, or the total variation time determined for each variation pattern is divided into three equal parts. The middle period excluding the first and last periods may be handled as the operation reception period. For example, the CPU 56 obtains a difference between the special pattern fluctuation time of the fluctuation pattern and the time indicated by the fluctuation time timer, and determines whether or not the obtained difference value (elapsed time) is included in the operation reception period.

  The operation reception period is not limited to the above example, but can be set to any period. However, when the execution of the pre-reading notice effect is determined compared to when the execution of the pre-reading notice effect is not determined, It is desirable that the period is set longer. By doing so, it is suitable for the player's feeling that he wants to quickly execute the variable display, which is the target of the pre-reading notice effect, because the operation period is long when execution of the pre-reading notice effect is decided. It is because it can respond.

  If it is determined in step S12601 that the prefetch flag is set, or if it is determined in step S12602 that the operation reception period is in progress, the CPU 56 determines whether an operation detection signal from the operation button 120 is input. (Step S12603), and if it is input, it is determined whether or not a skip enable flag is set (step S12604). If it is determined that the skip enable flag is set, the CPU 56 determines whether there is a skip point that can be skipped based on whether the prefetch flag is set (step S12605). For example, the CPU 56 calculates the elapsed time from the start of the change by obtaining the difference between the special change time of the change pattern shown in FIG. 7 and the time indicated by the change time timer. Further, the CPU 56 compares the calculated elapsed time with each skip point set in the variation pattern depending on whether or not the pre-reading (specifically, execution of the pre-reading notice effect is determined). It is determined whether there is a skip point set after the elapsed time. If it is determined that there is a skip point set after the elapsed time, the CPU 56 determines that there is a skip point that can be skipped. When there are a plurality of skip points set after the elapsed time, the skip point having the smallest numerical value is determined as a skippable skip point.

  If it is determined that there is a skip point that can be skipped, the CPU 56 transmits a skip point designation command shown in FIG. 18 in accordance with the skip point determined to be skippable (step S12606). Specifically, when it is determined that the first skip point can be skipped, a skip point 1 designation command is transmitted, and when it is determined that the second skip point can be skipped, the skip point 2 designation is designated. When a command is transmitted and it is determined that skipping is possible at the final skip point, a skip point 3 designation command is transmitted, and skipping to the skip point at the time of prefetching can be performed when execution of the prefetching notice effect is determined. If it is determined, a skip point 4 designation command is transmitted. Then, the CPU 56 sets a value corresponding to the time obtained by subtracting the time indicated by the skip point determined to be skippable from the special pattern fluctuation time of the fluctuation pattern in the fluctuation time timer (step S12607). Thereafter, the CPU 56 ends the special symbol changing process. If it is determined in step S12602 that the operation acceptance period is not in effect, if it is determined in step S12603 that the operation detection signal from the operation button 120 is not input, it is determined in step S12604 that the skip enable flag is not set. If it is determined that there is no skip point that can be skipped in step S12605, the special symbol changing process is terminated.

  FIG. 30 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 high probability flag indicating the high probability state and the high base flag indicating the high base state if set (step S132). ), Control for transmitting a jackpot start designation command to the production control microcomputer 100 (step S133). Specifically, when the type of jackpot is “15R probability variation jackpot”, “10R probability variation jackpot” or “2R probability variation jackpot”, a jackpot start designation command (command A001 (H)) is transmitted. When the big hit type is sudden probability change big hit, a small hit / sudden probability change big hit start designation command (command A002 (H)) is transmitted. Whether the jackpot type is “15R probability variation jackpot”, “10R probability variation jackpot”, “2R probability variation jackpot” or “sudden probability variation jackpot” is the data indicating the jackpot type stored in the RAM 55 (the jackpot type (Data stored in the buffer).

  In addition, a value corresponding to the big hit display time (for example, the time when the effect display device 9 notifies that the big hit has occurred) is set in the big hit display time timer (step S134). In addition, the number of times of opening the winning prize opening counter (for example, “15R probability variation big hit” is 15 times. “10R probability variation big hit” is 10 times. (In this case, twice.) Is set (step S135). The round time per round in the big hit game is also set. In this case, in the case of sudden probability variation big hit and the case of 2R probability variation big hit, although the same two times are set as the number of rounds, different round times are set. Specifically, in the case of sudden probability change big hit, the round time is set to 0.1 seconds, and in the case of 2R probability change big hit, the round time is set to 29 seconds. Note that 29 seconds is set as the round time even in the case of 15R probability variation big hit or 10R probability variation big hit. Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the pre-winner opening pre-processing (step S305) (step S136).

  On the other hand, if the big hit flag is not set in step S131, the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the high probability flag indicating the high probability state is set (step S137). When the high probability flag is set (that is, when the probability variation state (high probability / high base state or high probability / low base state)), the number of times the special symbol can be changed in the high probability state is indicated. The value of the high probability count counter is decremented by 1 (step S138). Then, when the value of the high probability count counter after subtraction becomes 0 (step S139), the CPU 56 resets the high probability flag (step S140). If the high probability flag is not set, the process proceeds to step S141.

  Next, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the high base flag indicating the high base state is set (step S141). When the high base flag is set (that is, in the case of a high probability / high base state), the value of the high base number counter indicating the number of times the special symbol can be changed in the high base state is decremented by 1 ( Step S142). Then, when the value of the high base number counter after subtraction becomes 0 (step S143), the CPU 56 resets the high base flag (step S144). Then, the process proceeds to step S145. If the high base flag is not set, the process proceeds to step S145 as it is.

  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 / sudden probability sudden change big hit start command (command A002 (H)) to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S146). Further, a value corresponding to the small hit display time (for example, a time when the effect display device 9 notifies that the small hit has occurred) is set in the small hit display time timer (step S147). Further, the number of times of opening (for example, 2 times) is set in the special winning opening opening number counter (step S148). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated 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).

  FIG. 31 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, in the case of “15R probability variation big hit”, “10R probability variation big hit” or “2R probability variation big hit”, a big hit end designation command (command A301 (H)) is transmitted, and “sudden probability sudden big hit” Is transmitted with a small hit / sudden probability sudden change big hit end designation command (command A302 (H)). Then, a value corresponding to the display time corresponding to the time during which the big hit end display is being performed in the image display device 9 (the 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 jackpot end display time has elapsed (Y in step S165), the CPU 56 sets a high probability flag to shift the gaming state to the high probability state (step S166). Further, the CPU 56 sets a predetermined number of times (for example, 71 times) in a high probability number counter for counting the number of times of display of fluctuation in the high probability state (step S167). Further, the CPU 56 sets the high base flag and shifts the gaming state to the high base state (step S168). In addition, the CPU 56 sets a predetermined number of times (for example, 70 times) in a high base number counter for counting the number of times of change display in the high base state (step S169).

  It should be noted that by executing the processing of steps S166 to S169, the high probability / high base state is transitioned to after the big hit game ends, and the high probability / high base state is maintained until the variable display is terminated 70 times. Then, after the end of the big hit, the transition to the high probability / low base state is made from the end of the 70th variation display to the end of the 71st variation display, and when the 71st variation display ends, the gaming state is in the normal state Return to.

  In this embodiment, the high base flag set in step S168 is also used to determine whether to increase the opening time of the variable winning ball device 15 or increase the number of times of opening. In this case, specifically, in the normal symbol process (see step S27), the CPU 56 checks whether or not the high base flag is set when the normal symbol variation display result is a hit, If it is set, control is performed to open the variable winning ball device 15 by extending the opening time or increasing the number of times of opening. The high base flag set in step S168 is used to determine whether or not to shorten the special symbol variation time. In addition, in the case of a configuration that can be controlled even in the normal symbol variation state with an increased probability of winning the fluctuation display result of the normal symbol, the high base flag determines whether or not the fluctuation display result of the normal symbol is a hit. Also used to determine.

  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 S170).

  FIG. 32 is a flowchart showing an example of a special symbol display control process (step S32) 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 S32), 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.

  Next, the operation of the effect control means will be described. FIG. 33 is a flowchart showing main processing executed by the effect control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the effect control CPU 101) as effect control means mounted on the effect control board 80. The effect control CPU 101 starts executing the main process when the power is turned on. In the main processing, first, initialization processing for clearing the RAM area, setting various initial values, and initializing a timer for determining the activation control activation interval (for example, 4 ms) is performed (step S701). . Thereafter, the effect control CPU 101 proceeds to a loop process for monitoring a timer interrupt flag (step S702). When a timer interrupt occurs, the effect control CPU 101 sets a timer interrupt flag in the timer interrupt process. If the timer interrupt flag is set in the main process, the effect control CPU 101 clears the flag (step S703) and executes the following effect control process.

  In the effect control process, the effect control CPU 101 first analyzes the received effect control command and performs a process of setting a flag according to the received effect control command (command analysis process: step S704).

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 performs effect control process processing (step S705). In the effect control process, the process corresponding to the current control state (effect control process flag) is selected from the processes corresponding to the control state, and display control of the effect display device 9 is executed.

  Next, the production control CPU 101 performs the fourth symbol process (step S706). In the 4th symbol process, the process corresponding to the current control state (4th symbol process flag) is selected from the processes corresponding to the control state, and the 4th symbol display areas 9c and 9d of the effect display device 9 are selected. The display control of the 4th symbol is executed.

  Next, a random number update process for updating a count value of a counter for generating a random number such as a jackpot symbol determining random number is executed (step S707). Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S702.

  FIG. 34 is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of a command reception buffer for storing the effect control command received from the game control microcomputer 560 of the main board 31. In this example, a command reception buffer of a ring buffer type capable of storing six 2-byte configuration effect control commands is used. Therefore, the command reception buffer is configured by a 12-byte area of reception command buffers 1 to 12. A command reception number counter indicating in which area the received command is stored is used. The command reception number counter takes a value from 0 to 11. The ring buffer format is not necessarily required.

  The effect control command transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560 is received by an interrupt process based on the effect control INT signal, and is stored in a buffer area formed in the RAM. In the command analysis process, it is analyzed which command (see FIG. 13 and FIG. 14) the effect control command stored in the buffer area is. Note that the interrupt process based on the effect control INT signal is executed in preference to the timer interrupt process executed every 4 ms.

  35 to 38 are flowcharts showing specific examples of the command analysis processing (step S704). The effect control command received from the main board 31 is stored in the reception command buffer, but in the command analysis process, the effect control CPU 101 confirms the content of the command stored in the command reception buffer.

  In the command analysis process, the effect control CPU 101 first checks whether or not a reception command is stored in the command reception buffer (step S611). Whether it is stored or not is determined by comparing the value of the command reception number counter with the read pointer. The case where both match is the case where the received command is not stored. When the reception command is stored in the command reception buffer, the effect control CPU 101 reads the reception command from the command reception buffer (step S612). When read, the value of the read pointer is incremented by +2 (step S613). The reason for +2 is that 2 bytes (1 command) are read at a time.

  If the received effect control command is a variation pattern command (step S614), the effect control CPU 101 stores the received variation pattern command in a variation pattern command storage area formed in the RAM (step S615). Then, a variation pattern command reception flag is set (step S616).

  If the received effect control command is a display result designation command (step S617), the effect control CPU 101 forms the received display result designation command (display result 1 designation command to display result 6 designation command) in the RAM. Is stored in the display result designation command storage area (step S618).

  If the received effect control command is a symbol confirmation designation command (step S619), the effect control CPU 101 sets a confirmed command reception flag (step S620).

  If the received effect control command is a jackpot start designation command (command A001 (H)) (step S621), the effect control CPU 101 sets a jackpot start designation command reception flag (step S622).

  If the received effect control command is a small hit / sudden probability sudden change big hit start designation command (command A002 (H)) (step S623), the production control CPU 101 sets a small hit / sudden probability sudden change big hit start designation command reception flag. (Step S624).

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

  If the received effect control command is a power-on specification command (initialization specification command) (step S631), the effect control CPU 101 displays an initial screen on the effect display device 9 indicating that the initialization process has been executed. Control is performed (step S632). The initial screen includes an initial display of predetermined production symbols.

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

  If the received effect control command is a jackpot end designation command (command A301 (H)) (step S641), the effect control CPU 101 sets a jackpot end designation command reception flag (step S642). If the received effect control command is a small hit / sudden probability sudden change big hit end designation command (step S645), the effect control CPU 101 sets a small hit / sudden probability change big hit end designation command reception flag (step S646).

  If the received effect control command is any of the symbol designation commands (step S651), the effect control CPU 101 uses the received symbol designation command as the first free winning command storage area formed in the RAM. (Step S652).

  FIG. 39 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of a command storage area at the time of starting winning a prize. As shown in FIG. 39, in the start winning command storage area, areas (storage areas 1 to 8) corresponding to the maximum value of the total pending storage number (8 in this example) are secured. In this embodiment, as shown in steps S1218 to S1221 and S1229 to S1232 of the start port switch passing process in FIG. In addition, four commands of a symbol designation command, a variation category command, a start prize designation command (a first start prize designation command or a second start prize designation command), and a combined pending storage number designation command are set in one timer interrupt. Sent by. Therefore, as shown in FIG. 39, in each of the storage areas 1 to 8 of the start winning command storage area, a symbol designation command, a variable category command, a start prize designation command, and a combined pending storage number designation command can be stored in association with each other. Thus, a storage area is secured.

  In this embodiment, in the command analysis process, the effect control CPU 101 stores commands in the first storage area that is vacant in the start winning command storage area in the order received. In this embodiment, the command transmission is performed in the order of the symbol designation command, the variation category command, the start winning designation command, and the total pending storage number designation command within one timer interruption. As shown in FIG. 39, in each of the storage areas 1 to 8, a symbol designation command, a variation category command, a start winning designation command, and a combined pending storage number designation command are stored in this order (in FIG. 39, An example in which commands are stored in the storage areas 1 to 5 is shown).

  In the example shown in FIG. 39, a total pending storage number designation command (7) that designates the total pending storage number 7 in the storage area in which up to seven pending memories have occurred in the previous fluctuation display and the latest command is stored. C207 (H)) is stored, and thereafter, the storage state of the command storage area at the time of the start winning prize is shown in the situation where one hold memory is consumed and the variable display based on the second hold memory is started. .

  Also, each command stored in the start winning command storage area shown in FIG. 39 is an effect symbol variation start process, which will be described later, at the timing at which the effect symbol variation display is started each time the effect symbol variation display is started. In step S8022, the contents stored in the first storage area 1 are deleted and the contents of the start winning command storage area are shifted. For example, in the storage state shown in FIG. 39, when a new effect symbol variation display is started, each command stored in the storage area 1 is deleted and each command stored in the storage area 2 is stored. Each command stored in the storage area 3 is shifted to the storage area 2 and each command stored in the storage area 4 is shifted to the storage area 3 and stored in the storage area 5. Each command is shifted to the storage area 4.

  In addition, in the start winning command storage area shown in FIG. 39, the storage area 2 shows an example in which the command reception cannot be normally performed and the total pending storage number designation command is missed. Therefore, in the example shown in FIG. 39, in the storage area 2 of the start winning command storage area, the content of the fourth storage area in which the total pending storage number designation command is originally stored is “0000 (H)”. The remaining state is shown.

  Further, in this embodiment, as will be described later, the command at the time of start winning (the symbol designating command, the variation category command, the start winning designating command, and the total pending storage number stored in the start winning command storing area shown in FIG. Based on the designation command), the prefetching notice effect is set in the prefetching notice effect determination process (see step S800A). The command at the time of starting winning (design designation command, variation category command, starting prize designation command and summation) is set. When a missed or inconsistent stored memory number designation command) occurs, the setting of the pre-reading notice effect is limited until the change display of the reserved memory corresponding to the command at the start winning prize is exhausted. In this embodiment, the command received at the start winning prize stored in the start winning command storage area is received during a period during which the setting of the prefetching notice effect is restricted (hereinafter also referred to as the prefetching notice setting restriction period). As shown in FIG. 39, for the case where the setting process of the pre-reading notice effect is not performed at the timing of receiving the command at the time of starting winning, it is determined that the pre-reading notice effect setting process is not performed. Information is set. In the example shown in FIG. 39, for the storage areas 2 to 5 after the storage area 2 where the total pending storage number designation command has been missed, the value of the undetermined information indicates that the pre-reading notice effect setting process has not been performed. 1 ”is set.

  In this embodiment, “restrict the execution of the pre-reading notice effect” means that the pre-reading notice effect is not set at all for the reserved memory corresponding to the start winning that occurred within the pre-reading notice setting restriction period. It includes both the concept of not executing the pre-reading notice effect and the concept of not setting and executing the pre-reading notice effect of some aspects.

  In this embodiment, when a symbol designation command, a variable category command, a startup prize designation command, and a combined pending storage number designation command received when a starting prize is generated are comprehensively expressed, Say. Further, among the commands at the time of starting winning, a starting winning designation command and a combined pending storage number designation command which are commands for designating information capable of recognizing that the first reserved memory number or the second reserved memory number has increased, When expressed in a comprehensive manner, it is also called reserved storage information. Also, a symbol designation command, which is a command indicating whether or not a big hit or a small hit is determined in the winning presentation process (see FIG. 22) at the time of starting winning, a determination result of the big hit type, a determination result of the variation pattern type, and When the variable category command is comprehensively expressed, it is also referred to as a winning determination result designation command or determination result information.

  If the received effect control command is any variation category command (step S653), the effect control CPU 101 stores the received variation category command in each storage area 1 of the start winning command storage area formed in the RAM. Are stored in the storage area in which the latest symbol designating command is stored (step S654). However, if the variation category command, start winning designation command, or total pending storage number designation command is already stored in the storage area where the latest symbol designation command is stored, the variation category command will be included in the current timer interrupt. This means that the symbol designating command to be received has been missed. In that case, the effect control CPU 101 stores the received variation category command in the first free storage area of the start winning command storage area formed in the RAM.

  If the received effect control command is the first start prize designation command (step S655), the effect control CPU 101 uses the received first start prize designation command in each start prize command storage area formed in the RAM. Of the storage areas 1 to 8, the latest symbol designating command and variable category command are stored in the storage area (step S656). However, if the start winning designation command or the combined pending storage number designation command has already been stored in the storage area where the latest symbol designation command or variation category command is stored, the first start within the current timer interrupt This means that both the symbol designation command and the variable category command to be received prior to the winning designation command have been missed. In this case, the effect control CPU 101 stores the received first start winning designation command in the first free storage area of the start winning command storage area formed in the RAM.

  If the received effect control command is the second start prize designation command (step S657), the effect control CPU 101 uses the received second start prize designation command in each start prize command storage area formed in the RAM. Of the storage areas 1 to 8, the latest symbol designating command and variation category command are stored in the storage area (step S658). However, if the start winning designation command or the total pending storage number designation command has already been stored in the storage area where the latest symbol designation command or variable category command is stored, the second start within the current timer interrupt This means that both the symbol designation command and the variable category command to be received prior to the winning designation command have been missed. In that case, the CPU 101 for effect control stores the received second start winning designation command in the first free storage area of the start winning command storage area formed in the RAM.

  If the received production control command is a combined pending storage number designation command (step S659), the production control CPU 101 uses the received aggregate pending storage number designation command for each start winning command storage area formed in the RAM. Of the storage areas 1 to 8, the latest symbol designation command, variation category command, and start winning designation command are stored in the storage area (step S660). However, if the total pending storage number designation command is already stored in the storage area where the latest symbol designation command, variation category command, start winning designation command is stored, the total pending memory is stored within the current timer interrupt. This means that all of the symbol designation command, variable category command, and start winning designation command to be received prior to the number designation command have been missed. In this case, the effect control CPU 101 stores the received total pending storage number designation command in the first free storage area in the start winning command storage area formed in the RAM.

  If the received effect control command is a total pending storage number subtraction designation command (step S661), the effect control CPU 101 erases the first on-hold display in the total on-hold storage display unit 18c and sets the remaining on-hold display to 1. Shifting is performed one by one, and the total pending storage number display in the total pending storage display portion 18c is updated (step S662A). For example, when the first to fifth hold displays on the combined hold storage display unit 18c are lit up, the first hold display is deleted when the combined hold storage number subtraction designation command is received. At the same time, the second hold display is shifted to the first display area, the third hold display is shifted to the second display area, and the fourth display is displayed. The held display that has been displayed is shifted to the third display area, and the held display that has been displayed fifth is shifted to the fourth display area.

  Further, the effect control CPU 101 holds the target of the notice of the pre-reading notice effect in the effect mode of “change in holding ball” described later (that is, the first special display or the second special display described later). If the display is erased), the pre-reading notice execution flag corresponding to the set “change in holding ball” is reset (step S662B).

  If the received effect control command is a customer waiting demonstration designation command (step S663), the effect control CPU 101 performs control to display a predetermined customer waiting demonstration screen on the effect display device 9 (step S664). In addition, the customer waiting demonstration screen is not displayed immediately based on the reception of the customer waiting demonstration designation command, but after the customer waiting demonstration designation command is received, the customer waits for a predetermined period (for example, 10 seconds). The display of the waiting demonstration screen may be started.

  If the received effect control command is a normal state background designation command (step S666), the effect control CPU 101 uses the background screen displayed on the effect display device 9 as a background screen corresponding to the normal state (for example, a blue display color). Background screen) (step S667). In addition, if set, the effect control CPU 101 resets a high probability state flag indicating that the gaming state is a high probability state and a high base state flag indicating that the gaming state is a high base state ( Step S668).

  If the received effect control command is a high probability / high base state background designation command (step S669), the effect control CPU 101 displays the background screen displayed on the effect display device 9 according to the high probability / high base state. The screen is changed to a background screen (for example, a background screen with a red display color) (step S670). In addition, the production control CPU 101 sets a high probability state flag and a high base state flag (step S671).

  If the received effect control command is a high probability / low base state background designation command (step S672), the effect control CPU 101 uses the background screen displayed on the effect display device 9 as a background screen corresponding to the probability change state (for example, , An orange display color background screen) (step S673). The effect control CPU 101 sets a high probability state flag (step S674) and resets the high base state flag (step S675).

  If the received effect control command is a special winning opening open designation command (step S678), the production control CPU 101 sets a special winning opening open flag (step S679). In addition, the effect control CPU 101 stores the received special winning opening open designation command received in the special winning opening open designated command storage area formed in the RAM (step S680). The production control microcomputer 100 recognizes the number of rounds during the big hit game by confirming the special winning opening open designated command stored in the special winning opening open designated command storage area. Can do.

  If the received effect control command is a designation command after opening the big winning opening (step S681), the effect control CPU 101 sets a flag after opening the big winning opening (step S682). Also, the effect control CPU 101 stores the received special winning opening after opening designation command in the designated winning opening after opening special command opening storage area formed in the RAM (step S683).

  If the received production control command is a skip point designation command (skip point 1 designation command, skip point 2 designation command, skip point 3 designation command or skip point 4 designation command: see FIG. 18) (step S684), for production control The CPU 101 sets a skip point designation command reception flag (a skip point 1 designation command reception flag, a skip point 2 designation command reception flag, a skip point 3 designation command reception flag or a skip point 4 designation command reception flag) in accordance with the command ( Step S675).

  If the received effect control command is another command, the effect control CPU 101 sets a flag corresponding to the received effect control command (step S686). Then, control goes to a step S611.

  FIG. 40 is a flowchart showing the effect control process (step S705) in the main process shown in FIG. In the effect control process, the effect control CPU 101 first executes a pre-reading notice effect determining process for determining the presence / absence of the pre-reading notice effect and the effect mode (step S800A).

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 performs any one of steps S800 to S807 according to the value of the effect control process flag. In each process, the following process is executed. In the effect control process, the display state of the effect display device 9 is controlled and variable display of the effect symbol is realized. However, control related to variable display of the effect symbol synchronized with the change of the first special symbol is also the second. Control related to the variable display of the effect symbol synchronized with the change of the special symbol is also executed in one effect control process. It should be noted that the variable display of the effect symbol synchronized with the variation of the first special symbol and the variable display of the effect symbol synchronized with the variation of the second special symbol may be executed by separate effect control process processing. Good. Further, in this case, it may be determined which special symbol variation display is being executed depending on which representation control process processing is performing the variation display of the representation symbol.

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

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

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

  Effect symbol variation stop processing (step S803): Control is performed to stop the variation of the effect symbol and derive and display the display result (stop symbol). Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the jackpot display process (step S804) or the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800).

  Big hit display process (step S804): After the end of the variation time, control is performed to display a screen for notifying the effect display device 9 of the occurrence of the big hit. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the in-round processing (step S805).

  In-round processing (step S805): Display control during round is performed. If the round end condition is satisfied, if the final round has not ended, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the post-round processing (step S806). If the final round has ended, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the jackpot end process (step S807).

  Post-round processing (step S806): Display control between rounds is performed. When the round start condition is satisfied, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the in-round process (step S805).

  Big hit end effect processing (step S807): In the effect display device 9, display control is performed to notify the player that the big hit game state has ended. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800).

  41 to 43 are flowcharts showing the prefetch notice effect determination process (step S800A). In the pre-reading notice effect determination process, the effect control CPU 101 first confirms whether or not at least one of the commands at the time of start winning is newly received (step S6001). Specifically, whether or not at least one of the symbol designating command, the variable category command, the starting winning designating command, or the total pending storage number designating command is newly stored in the start winning command storage area shown in FIG. Can be confirmed. If no command is newly received, the process is terminated.

  If at least one of the commands at the time of the start winning prize has been newly received, the effect control CPU 101 has set one of the prefetching notice execution flags indicating that the prefetching notice effect is already being executed. It is confirmed whether or not there is (step S6002). Note that the pre-reading notice execution flag is set in steps S6013, S6029, and S8012, which will be described later. If any pre-reading notice execution flag is set, the process proceeds to step S6020.

  Note that, by executing the process of step S6002, in this embodiment, the determination process of the prefetching notice effect is executed on the condition that the prefetching notice effect is not being executed. Since the pre-reading notice execution flag is already set after starting the pre-reading notice effect, the pre-reading notice effect is executed in the already determined effect form without executing the pre-reading notice effect determination process again. The Note that the pre-reading notice execution flag presence / absence determination process in step S6002 may not be provided, and the processes after step S6003 may be executed regardless of whether the pre-reading notice effect is being executed.

  If no pre-reading notice execution flag is set, the production control CPU 101 confirms whether or not a pre-reading notice setting restriction flag indicating that the prefetching notice setting restriction period is set (step S6003). If the prefetch notice setting restriction flag is set, the process proceeds to step S6020. In other words, during the prefetching notice setting restriction period, the execution of the prefetching notice effect is restricted so as not to proceed to the processing for setting the prefetching notice effect in steps S6004 to S6018.

  If the pre-reading notice setting restriction flag is not set, the production control CPU 101 confirms the contents of the latest start winning command stored in the start winning command storage area, and the commands at the start winning prize are in order. It is confirmed whether or not all have been received (step S6004).

  Specifically, in this embodiment, four commands of a symbol designating command, a variable category command, a starting winning designating command, and a combined reserved memory number designating command are grouped in one timer interrupt as commands at the time of starting winning a prize. Therefore, the MODE data is “C4 (H)”, “C6 (H)”, “C0 (H)” (or “C1 (H)”) in the start winning command storage area. , And a command “C2 (H)” should be stored (see FIG. 14). Therefore, if any of the MODE data is not stored, the effect control CPU 101 can determine that the command has been missed due to noise or garbled data of the MODE data and the command could not be received correctly. .

  In this embodiment, since the symbol designation command, the variation category command, the start prize designation command, and the combined pending storage number designation command should be received in this order, the MODE data is “ It should be stored in the order of “C4 (H)”, “C6 (H)”, “C0 (H)” (or “C1 (H)”), and “C2 (H)”. Therefore, even if all of these MODE data are stored, the effect control CPU 101 may store “C6 (H)” before “C4 (H)” if the order is different. It can be determined that the command could not be received correctly due to noise or garbled MODE data.

  When it is determined that the received start winning command is not in order or part of the command is missing, the effect control CPU 101 proceeds to step S6023. When it is determined that all the commands at the time of the start winning prize have been received in order, the effect control CPU 101 matches the contents of the latest symbol designation command stored in the start winning prize command storage area and the variable category command. It is confirmed whether or not (step S6005). Specifically, when a symbol 1 designation command (C400 (H)) for designating a deviation as a symbol designation command is stored, the variation category 1 command to the variation category 12 command corresponding to the deviation as the variation category command are stored. One of them should be stored (see FIGS. 15 and 16). Nevertheless, when the variation category 21 command to variation category 29 command (see FIG. 17) corresponding to the big hit, suddenly probable big hit, or small hit is stored, the effect control CPU 101 changes the symbol designation command and the fluctuation. It can be determined that the content of the category command is not consistent and there is a conflict.

  When it is determined that the contents of the symbol designation command and the variation category command are not consistent, the CPU for effect control 101 proceeds to step S6023. When it is determined that the contents of the symbol designating command and the variation category command are consistent, the effect control CPU 101 determines that the latest start winning designation command stored in the start winning command storage area and the combined pending storage number It is confirmed whether or not the content of the specified command is consistent (step S6006). Specifically, the first start winning designation command for designating that the first winning prize opening 13 has been received and the second starting prize for designating that the second winning prize opening 14 has been given. Even if the specified command is stored, if the total pending storage number indicated by the EXT data of the total pending storage number designation command stored in the start winning command storage area is 0, the effect control The CPU 101 can determine that the contents of the start winning designation command and the combined pending storage number designation command are not consistent and inconsistent.

  In this embodiment, when any one of the determination processes in steps S6004 to S6006 is determined to be N, the process proceeds to step S6023 to shift to the pre-reading notice effect setting limit period. However, this is not the only case. For example, on the condition that any two of the determination processes in steps S6004 to S6006 are determined to be N, the process may proceed to step S6023 to shift to the prefetching notice effect setting limit period. On the condition that it is determined as N in all the determination processes of S6006, the process may proceed to step S6023 to shift to the prefetching notice effect setting limit period.

  Further, it is not always necessary to provide all three determination processes in steps S6004 to S6006 in the program, and the program may be configured to provide only one determination process in steps S6004 to S6006. However, the program may be configured to provide only any two of the determination processes in steps S6004 to S6006.

  If it is determined that the contents of the start winning designation command and the combined pending storage number designation command are not consistent, the CPU 101 for effect control proceeds to step S6023. When it is determined that the contents of the start winning designation command and the combined pending storage number designation command match, the effect control CPU 101 extracts all the variation category commands stored in the start winning command storage area. Based on each of the extracted variation category commands, all variation category commands stored as winning determination results for the previous winning prize are variation category 1 commands (command C600 (H), non-reach CA2-1 designation). It is confirmed whether or not (step S6007). If all of them are variable category 1 commands, the process proceeds to step S6008. If even one variation category command other than the variation category 1 command is included, the process proceeds to step S6020 without executing the processing of steps S6008 to S6018.

  By executing the processing of step S6007, in this embodiment, the pre-reading notice effect is provided on the condition that all the fluctuation displays until the notice of the fluctuation display to be noticed are all “non-reach”. Configured to be executable. Such a configuration prevents a situation in which the continuity of the pre-reading notice effect is impaired due to the reach effect interrupting in the middle of the pre-reading notice effect. This also applies to the processing in steps S6024 and S8007 described later. However, among the pre-reading notice effects, the pre-reading notice effect of the “reserved ball change” effect mode, which will be described later, does not cause a problem of the continuity of the effects. Only when it is executed, the process of step S6007 is executed so that the pre-reading notice effect can be executed on the condition that all of the fluctuation displays until the notice of fluctuation display starts is “non-reach”. May be. It should be noted that a determination process is not provided for determining whether or not all the variation displays up to the target of notice in step S6007 are in the fluctuation category 1, and whether or not all the variation displays up to the subject of notice are “non-reach”. Instead, the processing after step S6008 may be executed.

  If all of them are variable category 1 commands in step S6007, the production control CPU 101 checks whether or not the high probability state flag is set (step S6008). If the high probability state flag is not set, the effect control CPU 101 selects the prefetching notice allocation table A as a table for determining the presence / absence of the prefetching notice effect and the effect mode of the prefetching notice effect (step S6009). If the high probability state flag is set, the CPU 101 for effect control selects the prefetch notice allocation table B (step S6010).

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 extracts a prefetching notice effect mode determining random number for determining the effect type of the prefetching notice effect, and extracts the value of the extracted prefetching notice effect mode determination random number based on the received variation category command. Is determined as to which of the judgment values included in the prefetching notice allocation table selected in steps S6009 and S6010 matches the prefetching notice effect and the manner of production (step S6011).

  FIG. 44 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of a prefetching notice allocation table showing distribution of prefetching notice effects. If the current gaming state is the normal state, the CPU 101 for effect control is indicated by the received variable category command using the prefetching notice allocation table A in the normal state shown in FIG. 44A selected in step S6009. Based on the winning pattern determination result of the variation pattern type, an effect mode of the pre-reading notice effect is determined. In this embodiment, when using the pre-reading notice allocation table A, for example, the effect control CPU 101 becomes a variation pattern type of super CA 2-7 by a variation category command (that is, “super-reach is off”). Is displayed (specifically, when the command C607 (H) is received), as shown in FIG. 44A, “variation pattern at the time of symbol variation” ”Change”, “mode transition”, or “reserved ball change” in any of the presentation modes is determined to be executed. In addition, for example, the effect control CPU 101 indicates a winning determination result indicating that the variation category command is a variation pattern type of Super CA3-3 (that is, “super reach jackpot”) (specifically). (In other words, when the command C612 (H) or the command C615 (H) is received), as shown in FIG. 44 (A), “change in variation pattern at the time of symbol variation”, “mode transition” , It is determined to execute the pre-reading notice effect of the effect mode of either “countdown” or “reserved ball change”.

  The specific contents of each pre-reading notice effect such as “change in change pattern at the time of symbol change”, “mode shift”, “countdown”, and “change in reserved ball” will be described later.

  If the current gaming state is a probable change state, the effect control CPU 101 uses the pre-reading notice allocation table B in the probable change state shown in FIG. 44B selected in step S6010 to receive the received variation category command. Based on the winning pattern determination result of the variation pattern type indicated by (2), the effect mode of the pre-reading notice effect is determined. In this embodiment, when using the pre-reading notice allocation table B, for example, the effect control CPU 101 becomes a variation pattern type of super CA 2-7 by a variation category command (that is, “super reach is out”). Is displayed (specifically, when the command C609 (H) or the command C60B (H) is received), as shown in FIG. It is decided to execute the pre-reading notice effect of the effect mode of either “change in variation form at the time of symbol change” or “change in reserved ball”. In addition, for example, the effect control CPU 101 indicates a winning determination result indicating that the variation category command is a variation pattern type of Super CA3-3 (that is, “super reach jackpot”) (specifically). Specifically, when the command C612 (H) or the command C615 (H) is received), as shown in FIG. 44 (B), “change in variation pattern at the time of symbol variation”, “countdown” or It is determined to execute the pre-reading notice effect of any effect mode of “reserved ball change”.

  As shown in FIG. 44, in this embodiment, the variation category command indicates the determination result of either “super reach loss” or “super reach big hit” as the determination result at the time of winning of the variation pattern type. In some cases, a prefetch notice effect may be executed.

  Also, as shown in FIGS. 44A and 44B, in this embodiment, the pre-reading notice effect of the “countdown” effect mode is selected only when the determination result at the time of winning is “super reach big hit” Is done. Therefore, when the pre-reading notice effect is executed in the “countdown” effect mode, it is determined that at least the variable display that is the target of the determination at the time of winning is a big hit, and the interest in the game can be improved.

  In step S6011, it is desirable that the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the big hit game is being played, and if the big hit game is being played, it is desirable to determine not to forcibly perform the prefetching notice effect. Whether or not the big hit game is in progress, for example, confirms whether or not the value of the effect control process flag is a value (specifically, 4 to 7) indicating the big hit display process to the big hit end effect process. It can be determined by doing. The same applies to steps S6027 and S8010 described later.

  Note that the pre-reading notice effect may be executed even during the big hit game. For example, it is not the timing at which a start win occurs and the command at the time of the start win is received, but in a specific round (for example, 10 rounds) in the big hit game, the symbol designation command stored in the start win command storage area or the fluctuation The category command may be read to determine whether to execute the prefetching notice effect, and the prefetching notice effect may be executed in the specific round. In this case, as a pre-reading notice effect, instead of a continuous aspect effect, for example, a so-called one-notification notification effect that informs that a big hit is fixed in a variable display after the end of the big hit game may be executed. Only the pre-reading notice effect similar to “holding ball change” may be executed.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not it has been decided to execute the prefetch notice effect (step S6012). For example, if it is determined not to execute the prefetching notice effect because there is no distribution in the prefetching notice allocation tables A and B, the process proceeds to step S6020. In this embodiment, when it is determined at the time of winning that “super reach loss” or “super reach jackpot” is determined, it is determined to execute the pre-reading notice effect.

  When it is determined to execute the pre-reading notice effect, the effect control CPU 101 sets a pre-reading notice execution flag indicating that the execution of the pre-reading notice effect is determined according to the effect mode determined in step S6011. (Step S6013). In this case, for example, when the CPU 101 for effect control determines to execute the pre-reading notice effect based on receiving the variable category 8 command, the variable category 10 command, and the variable category 12 command shown in FIG. When “super-reaching is lost”, a reach pre-reading notice execution flag indicating that the execution of the pre-reading notice effect is determined based on the determination at the time of winning is set. Further, for example, when the CPU 101 for effect control determines to execute the prefetch notice effect based on the reception of the variable category 23 command or the variable category 26 command shown in FIG. Then, a big hit prefetching notice execution flag indicating that the execution of the prefetching notice effect is decided based on the determination at the time of winning is set.

  In this embodiment, the reach prefetching notice execution flag and the big hit prefetching notice execution flag are collectively referred to as a prefetching notice execution flag.

  In step S6013, a pre-reading notice execution flag is set, and information that can specify the effect mode determined in step S6011 is set. In this case, for example, a flag indicating that the effect mode is “change in variation pattern at the time of symbol variation”, a flag indicating “mode shift”, a flag indicating “countdown”, “holding ball” A flag indicating “change” may be set. Also, for example, when the pre-reading notice execution flag is composed of a plurality of bits (for example, 1 byte), a value that specifies which presentation mode is set in a predetermined bit of the pre-reading notice execution flag. By which, it may be possible to specify which production mode is determined.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 sets the current total number of pending storages in the variation counter (step S6014). In this case, the effect control CPU 101 sets the total pending storage number specified by the latest total pending storage number designation command stored in the start winning command storage area in the variation counter. The variation counter is a counter for counting the number of variation displays that are executed until the variation display that is the target of the pre-reading notice effect is started. In this embodiment, if the execution of the pre-reading notice effect is determined during the variation display of the effect symbol and the variation counter is set in step S6014 or step S6030, which will be described later, first, the execution is in progress. At the end of the fluctuation display, the value of the fluctuation counter is decremented by 1 (see step S8312), and as a result, the value of the fluctuation counter is changed up to the fluctuation display immediately before the fluctuation display subject to the winning determination. It becomes 0 and the pre-reading notice effect ends. In step S6014 or step S6030, which will be described later, if the variation of the effect symbol is not being displayed, the effect control CPU 101 may set a value obtained by subtracting 1 from the current reserved storage number in the variation counter. desirable. With such a configuration, it is possible to end the pre-reading notice effect until the variation display immediately before the variation display subject to the determination at the time of winning, and the variation display subjected to the determination at the time of winning. It is possible to prevent both the pre-reading notice effect and the super reach effect from being performed in order to make the effect too busy.

  In this embodiment, when the effect of the determined pre-reading notice effect is “reserved ball change”, step S6014 is not executed and the variation counter is not set. When the pre-reading notice effect of the effect of “change in holding ball” is determined, the processing of steps S6016 to S6018 described later is executed, and at the timing when the start winning is generated and the command at the start winning is received. The pre-read notice effect is immediately started, and the notice target hold display is erased from the sum hold memory display unit 18c based on the receipt of the sum hold memory number subtraction designation command at the timing when the notice target change display is started. (See steps S661 to S662B), the prefetching notice effect is terminated.

  In the prefetching notice allocation table shown in FIG. 44, the allocation is performed so that the selection ratio of each effect mode varies depending on the reliability that is a big hit. For example, in order to increase the reliability that is a big hit in the order of “change of the variation form at the time of symbol variation”, “mode transition”, “change of the holding ball” (for example, 20%, 40%, 60% in order) Production modes are allocated (in the case of “countdown”, the big hit is fixed). In addition, the allocation method of each production mode that increases the reliability that is a big hit is not limited to such an order, for example, in the reverse order “change in the holding ball”, “mode transition”, “variation mode at the time of symbol variation” Allocation may be performed so that the reliability that is a big hit becomes higher in the order of "change of". Furthermore, not only in the order of these arrangements, for example, even if the mode of “mode shift” is assigned in the order of arrangement in which the reliability that becomes the biggest jackpot is high, or conversely, the reliability that becomes the biggest jackpot is low. Well, various ways of allocating each production mode are possible.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not it has been decided to execute the pre-reading notice effect in the effect mode of “reserved ball change” (step S6015). Specifically, it can be confirmed by determining whether or not a pre-reading advance notice execution flag corresponding to the effect mode being “reserved ball change” is set. If the pre-reading notice effect of the “holding ball change” effect mode is not executed, the process proceeds to step S6020.

  In the case of executing the pre-reading notice effect of the “pending ball change” effect mode, the effect control CPU 101 determines that the latest start prize designation command stored in the start prize command storage area is the first start prize designation command. It is confirmed whether or not (step S6016). If the first start winning designation command is stored, the production control CPU 101 increments the first special display by one as the hold display in the combined hold storage display unit 18c (step S6017).

  In this embodiment, in a normal state (when the pre-reading notice effect is not performed), when a start winning to the first start winning opening 13 occurs, a red round display (hereinafter referred to as a hold display) , The first normal display) is increased by one, and when a start winning to the second start winning opening 14 occurs, a blue round display (hereinafter also referred to as a second normal display) is displayed as a hold display. Increase by one. Then, when the pre-reading notice effect of the “change in reserved ball” effect is started when the start winning is generated, the hold display is increased by one in a special manner different from the normal time. In this embodiment, the star display is increased by one as a special mode. Further, if a pre-reading notice effect is started when a start winning to the first start winning opening 13 occurs, the red star display (also referred to as a first special display) is increased by one and the second start If the pre-reading notice effect is to be started when the start winning to the winning opening 14 occurs, the blue star display (also referred to as second special display) is increased by one.

  In this embodiment, as a pre-reading notice effect of the effect mode of “reserved ball change”, a case where the star display is increased is shown. However, the present embodiment is not limited to this mode. The aspect of the pre-reading notice effect in the effect form of “change in hold ball”, such as increasing the hold display or increasing the heart-shaped hold display, is not limited to that shown in this embodiment. In addition, as a pre-reading notice effect of the “reserved ball change” effect mode, it is possible to execute an effect of a plurality of types such as a star display, a gold color display, and a heart shape display, and depending on which effect mode it is The degree of expectation (reliability) for the big hit may be varied.

  If the latest start winning designation command is not the first start winning designation command (that is, if the second start winning designation command is stored), the production control CPU 101 holds the sum in the total hold storage display unit 18c. As the display, the second special display is increased by one (step S6018).

  As described above, when the process of steps S6016 to S6018 is executed, and it is determined that the pre-reading notice effect of the effect mode of “holding ball change” is executed, a start winning is generated and a command at the time of starting winning is issued. The pre-reading notice effect in the effect mode of “change in holding ball” is immediately started at the received timing.

  In step S6020, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the latest start winning designation command stored in the start winning command storage area is the first start winning designation command. If the first start winning designation command is stored, the production control CPU 101 increases the first normal display by one as the hold display in the total hold storage display unit 18c (step S6021).

  If the latest start winning designation command is not the first start winning designation command (that is, if the second start winning designation command is stored), the production control CPU 101 holds the sum in the total hold storage display unit 18c. As a display, the second normal display is increased by one (step S6022).

  When the process proceeds to step S6023, it is a case where any of the commands at the time of the start winning is missed or inconsistent and the command at the time of the start winning cannot be received normally. In this case, the effect control CPU 101 confirms the latest command stored in the start winning command storage area, and at least a command other than the start winning designation command (that is, the symbol designation command, the variation category command, and the total pending storage number). It is confirmed whether or not a (designated command) has been received (step S6023). Specifically, the missing command in the storage area storing the latest command in the start winning command storage area is only the start winning designation command (first start winning designation command or second start winning designation command). Yes, if the design designation command, the variation category command, and the combined pending storage number designation command other than that are stored in order, and the contents of the design designation command and the variation category command are also consistent, at least other than the start winning designation command Since three commands (design designation command, variation category command, and total pending storage number designation command) can be received, there is a possibility that a certain level of credibility can be secured. If any command other than the start winning designation command has not been received, the process proceeds to step S6031.

  When it is determined that at least a command other than the start winning designation command is received, the effect control CPU 101 extracts all the variation category commands stored in the start winning command storage area, and extracts each extracted variation category. Based on the command, it is determined whether or not all of the variable category commands stored as the determination result at the time of winning with respect to the previous start winning are the variable category 1 commands (command C600 (H), non-reach CA2-1 designation). Confirmation is made (step S6024). If all of them are variable category 1 commands, the process proceeds to step S6025. If even one variation category command other than the variation category 1 command is included, the process proceeds to step S6031 without executing the processing of steps S6025 to S6030.

  If all of them are variable category 1 commands in step S6024, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the high probability state flag is set (step S6025). If the high probability state flag is set, the process proceeds to step S6031. If the high probability state flag is not set, the effect control CPU 101 selects the prefetching notice allocation table C as a table for determining the presence / absence of the prefetching notice effect and the effect mode of the prefetching notice effect (step S6026).

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 extracts a prefetching notice effect mode determining random number for determining the effect type of the prefetching notice effect, and extracts the value of the extracted prefetching notice effect mode determination random number based on the received variation category command. Is determined as to which of the determination values included in the prefetching notice allocation table selected in step S6026 matches the prefetching notice effect execution state and the production mode (step S6027).

  In step S6027, the effect control CPU 101 uses the pre-reading notice allocation table C at the time of abnormal command reception shown in FIG. 44C selected in step S6026 to determine the variation pattern type indicated by the received variation category command. Based on the determination result at the time of winning a prize, an effect mode of the pre-reading notice effect is determined. In this embodiment, when the prefetching notice allocation table C is used, for example, the effect control CPU 101 does not execute the prefetching notice effect even when “super reach loss” or “super reach big hit” occurs. In other words, in this embodiment, when any of the start winning commands cannot be received normally, the pre-reading notice effect is not executed.

  In addition to the example shown in FIG. 44, for example, even in the case of “super reach loss” or “super reach jackpot”, the notice allocation table C is allocated so that the pre-read notice effect can be executed at a low rate. Also good. On the other hand, the process of steps S6023 to S6030 is not executed, and if any command at the time of start winning is not received normally, the setting and execution of the pre-reading notice effect are not performed at all. Good. In particular, it is specified by a command that any one of the commands at the time of starting winning (design designation command, variation category command, starting winning designation command, combined pending storage number designation command) could not be received normally. Since it is considered that the credibility of the information is low, it is most preferable that the prefetching notice effect of all the production modes is not executed during the prefetching notice setting restriction period (the processing in steps S8006 to S8014 described later is not performed). Is desirable).

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not it has been decided to execute the prefetch notice effect (step S6028). For example, if it is decided not to execute the prefetching notice effect because there is no assignment in the prefetching notice allocation table C (no assignment in this embodiment), the process proceeds to step S6031.

  When it is decided to execute the prefetching notice effect, the effect control CPU 101 sets a prefetching notice execution flag indicating that the prefetching notice effect has been executed according to the effect mode decided in step S6027. (Step S6029).

  Next, the production control CPU 101 sets the current total pending storage number in the fluctuation counter (step S6030). In this case, the effect control CPU 101 sets the total pending storage number specified by the latest total pending storage number designation command stored in the start winning command storage area in the variation counter. Then, control goes to a step S6032.

  In step S6031, the effect control CPU 101 sets the undetermined information in the storage area for the latest command in the start winning command storage area (step S6031). Specifically, in FIG. 39, the value of the undetermined information in the storage area storing the latest command is set to “1”.

  In step S6032, the CPU 101 for effect control differs from any of the first normal display, the second normal display, the first special display, and the second special display for all the hold displays displayed on the combined hold storage display unit 18c. In addition to changing to the spill mode, the hold display of the spill mode is increased by one. In this embodiment, the production control CPU 101 changes all the hold displays displayed on the combined hold storage display unit 18c to a green round display and increases the green round display by one. Note that the hold display in the missed mode is not limited to that shown in this embodiment. For example, the hold display may be changed to a color other than green (for example, yellow), and the shape of the hold display is changed. (For example, the hold display may be changed to a triangle display or the like).

  In this embodiment, when a command is missed or inconsistent at the time of a start winning prize is shown, all pending displays displayed on the total pending storage display unit 18c are changed. Only the hold display for the hold memory that has been lost or inconsistent is displayed in a drop-off manner, and the first normal display, the second normal display, the first special display, and the second special display are displayed for the previous hold display. It may be continued. In addition, after a command is missed or inconsistent, during the prefetch notice setting limit period, a pending display may be displayed in a missed manner for a pending storage that has occurred, or the normal first normal display Or the second normal display.

  Next, the production control CPU 101 sets a prefetch notice setting restriction flag (step S6033), and starts a prefetch notice setting restriction period.

  In this embodiment, when the pre-reading notice effect is already being executed (see Y in step S6002), the process proceeds to step S6020, and the determination of command omission or inconsistency from step S6004 onward is not performed. Even if the pre-reading notice effect is being executed, the same processing as in steps S6004 to S6006 is executed to determine whether or not a command is missed or inconsistency occurs. If it is determined that inconsistency has occurred, the same process as in step S6033 may be executed to set the prefetch notice setting restriction flag and start the prefetch notice setting restriction period. Further, the same processing as that in step S6032 may be executed to change all the hold displays displayed on the combined hold storage display unit 18c to a missing form.

  In this embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 determines whether or not to execute the pre-reading notice effect, and based on whether or not execution of the pre-reading notice effect is determined, different skip points (for example, normal Send a skip point specification command that specifies a skip point or skip point at the time of prefetch). Further, the effect control CPU 101 executes a pre-reading notice effect based on the received start winning designation command, and performs a skip process based on the received skip point designation command in steps S81031 to S81033 described later. However, the effect control CPU 101 is determined to execute the prefetching notice effect in the game control microcomputer 560 when the prefetching notice setting restriction period is started due to a command missing or inconsistency, The pre-reading notice effect is not executed. Therefore, the effect control CPU 101 may receive a skip point designation command for designating a skip point at the time of prefetching and perform a process of skipping to the skip point at the time of prefetching even when the prefetching notice effect is not being executed. When such a skip process is performed, the player knows that there is a reserved memory with a high expectation although the pre-reading notice effect is limited and not executed. In view of this, the effect control CPU 101 may set the prefetch notice setting restriction flag in step S6033 and perform an effect of notifying the player that the prefetch notice effect is being restricted. By doing in this way, it is possible to make the player pay attention to the mode of skip processing when the pre-reading notice effect is restricted, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

  FIG. 45 is a flowchart showing a variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) in the effect control process shown in FIG. In the variation pattern command reception waiting process, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the variation pattern command reception flag is set (step S811). If the variation pattern command reception flag is set, the variation pattern command reception flag is reset (step S812). Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the effect symbol variation start process (step S801) (step S813). As described above, in this embodiment, the display result designation command is transmitted even when the power failure is restored (see step S44). However, in this embodiment, as shown in FIG. Based on the fact that the variation pattern command has been received, the transition to the production symbol variation start processing is started and the variation display of the production symbol is started. Therefore, if the display result designation command is received without receiving the variation pattern command, the variation of the representation symbol The display will not start.

  46 and 47 are flowcharts showing the effect symbol variation start process (step S801) in the effect control process shown in FIG. In the effect symbol variation start process, the effect control CPU 101 first confirms whether or not the prefetch notice setting restriction flag is set (step S8000). If the prefetching advance notice setting restriction flag is not set (that is, not during the prefetching advance notice setting restriction period), the process proceeds to step S8015.

  If the pre-reading notice setting restriction flag is set (that is, during the pre-fetching notice setting restriction period), the production control CPU 101 displays the contents of the command at the start winning prize stored in the start winning command storage area. Confirmation is made (step S8001). Then, the production control CPU 101 confirms whether or not all the storage areas 1 to 8 in which the commands for the start winning prize are stored are in a storage state in which all the commands for the start winning prize are received in order. (Step S8002).

  Specifically, in this embodiment, four commands of a symbol designating command, a variable category command, a starting winning designating command, and a combined reserved memory number designating command are grouped in one timer interrupt as commands at the time of starting winning a prize. Therefore, if commands are stored in all the storage areas 1 to 8 in the start winning command storage area, the MODE data is “C4 (H)”, “C6 (H)”, The commands “C0 (H)” (or “C1 (H)”) and “C2 (H)” should be stored (see FIG. 14). Therefore, if any of the MODE data is not stored, the effect control CPU 101 still has a storage area in a storage state in which a command is lost due to noise or garbled data of the MODE data. , It can be determined that there is still a storage area in the storage state in which the command could not be received correctly.

  Further, in this embodiment, since the design designation command, the variation category command, the start prize designation command, and the combined pending storage number designation command should be received in this order, all the storage areas 1 to 1 in the start prize command storage area 8, if the command is stored, the MODE data is “C4 (H)”, “C6 (H)”, “C0 (H)” (or “C1 (H)”), and “C2 (H)”. Are stored in the order of "." Therefore, even if all of these MODE data are stored, the effect control CPU 101 may store “C6 (H)” before “C4 (H)” if the order is different. In other words, it can be determined that there is still a storage area in a storage state in which the command could not be received correctly due to noise or garbled MODE data.

  If the received storage start area for which it is determined that the command at the time of the start winning prize is not in order or is partially missing still remains, the effect control CPU 101 proceeds to step S8015. When it is determined that all the storage areas 1 to 8 are in a storage state where all the commands at the time of starting winning are received in order, the effect control CPU 101 is stored in the command storing area at the starting winning prize. In all the storage areas 1 to 8, it is confirmed whether or not the contents of the symbol designating command and the variation category command are consistent (step S8003). Specifically, when a symbol 1 designation command (C400 (H)) for designating a deviation as a symbol designation command is stored, the variation category 1 command to the variation category 12 command corresponding to the deviation as the variation category command are stored. One of them should be stored (see FIGS. 15 and 16). Nevertheless, when the variation category 21 command to variation category 29 command (see FIG. 17) corresponding to the big hit, suddenly probable big hit, or small hit is stored, the effect control CPU 101 changes the symbol designation command and the fluctuation. It can be determined that there is still a storage area in the storage state in which the content of the category command is not consistent and there is a contradiction.

  If it is determined that there is still a storage area in the storage state where the contents of the symbol designation command and the variation category command do not match, the effect control CPU 101 proceeds to step S8015. When it is determined that all the storage areas 1 to 8 are in a storage state in which the contents of the symbol designation command and the variation category command are consistent, the effect control CPU 101 stores the command in the start winning prize command storage area. In all the storage areas 1-8, it is confirmed whether or not the contents of the start winning designation command and the total pending storage number designation command are consistent (step S8004). Specifically, the first start winning designation command for designating that the first winning prize opening 13 has been received and the second starting prize for designating that the second winning prize opening 14 has been given. Even if the specified command is stored, if the total pending storage number indicated by the EXT data of the total pending storage number designation command stored in the start winning command storage area is 0, the effect control The CPU 101 can determine that the contents of the start winning designation command and the total pending storage number designation command are not consistent and there is still a storage area in a storage state having a contradiction.

  If it is determined that there is still a storage area in the storage state in which the contents of the start winning designation command and the combined pending storage number designation command do not match, the effect control CPU 101 proceeds to step S8015. In the case where it is determined that the contents of the start winning designation command and the total pending storage number designation command are consistent in all the storage areas 1 to 8, the production control CPU 101 restricts the pre-reading advance notice setting. The flag is reset (step S8005). That is, since all the storage areas 1 to 8 in the start winning command storage area are in a storage state in which the start winning command has been normally received, the command that triggered the start of the pre-reading notice setting limit period It is determined that the pending storage that has been missed or inconsistent has been consumed, the prefetching advance notice setting restriction flag is reset, and the prefetching advance notice setting restriction period ends.

  In this embodiment, the pre-reading notice setting restriction flag is reset at the timing when the variable display is started when the pending storage where the command is missed or inconsistency is consumed, and the prefetching notice setting restriction period is set. This is not limited to this timing. For example, the pre-reading notice setting limit period ends at the timing when the variable display is terminated when the pending memory that has been missed or inconsistent is exhausted. You may make it do. In this case, for example, the same process as steps S8000 to S8005 may be performed in the effect symbol variation stop process to be described later, the prefetching advance notice setting restriction flag may be reset, and the prefetching advance notice setting restriction period may be terminated.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not there is any of the storage areas 1 to 8 of the start winning command storage area where the value of the undetermined information is set to “1” (step S8006). ). If there is one for which the value of the undetermined information is set to “1” (that is, if there is a pre-reading notice effect setting process that has not been executed in the pending storage that occurred during the prefetching notice setting restriction period) The process proceeds to step S8007. If there is no information in which the value of the undetermined information is set to “1”, the process proceeds to step S8015.

  In this embodiment, if there are a plurality of storage areas in which the value of the undetermined information is set to “1” in the start winning command storage area, the most recently stored storage (mostly The processing of steps S8007 to S8013 is performed for the command at the time of starting winning for (holding memory corresponding to the last winning winning), and the setting process of the prefetching notice effect for the holding memory generated during the prefetching notice setting restriction period Shall be performed retroactively. For all commands stored in a plurality of storage areas in which the value of the undetermined information is set to “1”, the processes of steps S8007 to S8013 can be performed to set the pre-reading notice effect retroactively. You may make it determine whether it exists.

  If there is one for which the value of the undetermined information is set to “1”, the production control CPU 101 extracts all the variable category commands from the storage area in which the commands are stored before the undetermined storage area. Then, based on each extracted variation category command, all the variation category commands stored as winning determination results with respect to the start winning up to the previous storage area that has not been determined are the variation category 1 commands (command C600 (H)). Whether or not non-reach CA2-1 is specified) is confirmed (step S8007). If all of them are variable category 1 commands, the process proceeds to step S8008. If even one variation category command other than the variation category 1 command is included, the process proceeds to step S8014 without executing the processing of steps S8008 to S8013.

  If all of them are variable category 1 commands in step S8007, the production control CPU 101 checks whether or not the high probability state flag is set (step S8008). If the high probability state flag is set, the process proceeds to step S8014. If the high probability state flag is not set, the effect control CPU 101 selects the prefetching notice allocation table D as a table for determining the presence / absence of the prefetching notice effect and the effect mode of the prefetching notice effect (step S8009).

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 extracts a prefetching notice effect mode determining random number for determining the effect type of the prefetching notice effect, and extracts the value of the extracted prefetching notice effect mode determination random number based on the received variation category command. Is determined as to which of the determination values included in the prefetching notice allocation table selected in step S8009 matches the prefetching notice effect execution state and the production mode (step S8010).

  In step S8010, the effect control CPU 101 uses the prefetching notice allocation table D at the time of releasing the prefetching notice setting restriction shown in FIG. 44D selected in step S8009, and the variation pattern type indicated by the received variation category command. Based on the determination result at the time of winning, the effect mode of the pre-reading notice effect is determined. In this embodiment, when using the pre-reading notice allocation table D, for example, the production control CPU 101 becomes a variation pattern type of super CA 2-7 by a variation category command (that is, “super reach is out”). Is displayed (specifically, when the command C607 (H) is received), or the variation category command indicates the variation pattern type of the super CA3-3 (ie, “ 44 (D) in the case where a winning determination result indicating that it is “super-reach big hit” is shown (specifically, when command C612 (H) or command C615 (H) is received). As shown in FIG. 3, the pre-reading notice effect of the effect mode of either “change of the variation pattern at the time of symbol variation” or “mode transition” is executed. A constant.

  In addition, for example, regarding the pre-reading notice effect of the “pending ball change” effect mode, if it is executed retroactively with respect to the undetermined holding memory at the time of releasing the pre-reading notice setting restriction period, the total hold memory display unit 18c is displayed. The hold display already displayed as the first normal display or the second normal display is changed from the middle to the first special display or the second special display, and an unnatural hold display is executed. Become. Therefore, as shown in FIG. 44 (D), in this embodiment, the prefetching notice allocation table D at the time of releasing the prefetching notice setting restriction is assigned to the prefetching notice effect of the effect mode of “holding ball change”. Is not performed, and the pre-reading notice effect of the effect mode of “change in reserved ball” is not retroactively executed.

  Note that, for example, the pre-reading notice effect of the “countdown” effect mode is a pre-reading effect that counts down in a continuous manner over a plurality of variable displays, and is stored in an undetermined holding memory when the pre-reading notice setting limit period is canceled. On the other hand, if it is executed retroactively, an unnatural effect such that the countdown starts from a change display in the middle is executed. Therefore, as shown in FIG. 44D, in this embodiment, the prefetching notice allocation table D at the time of releasing the prefetching notice setting restriction is allocated to the prefetching notice effect of the “countdown” effect mode. The pre-reading notice effect of the “countdown” effect mode is not retroactively executed. That is, regarding the pre-reading notice effect of the continuous effect mode, in order to prevent the effect from becoming unnatural, it is not retroactively executed when the pre-reading notice setting restriction period is canceled. In this embodiment, the “continuous effect” executed in a continuous manner over a plurality of variable displays corresponds to the pre-reading notice effect of the “countdown” effect mode.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not it has been decided to execute the prefetch notice effect (step S8011). For example, if it is determined not to execute the prefetching notice effect because there is no distribution in the prefetching notice allocation table D, the process proceeds to step S8014.

  When it is determined to execute the pre-reading notice effect, the effect control CPU 101 sets a pre-reading notice execution flag indicating that the pre-reading notice effect has been determined according to the effect mode determined in step S8010. (Step S8012).

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 receives a set of commands at the time of start winning (symbol designation command, variable category command) received before the command to be determined for the pre-reading notice effect and stored in the start winning command storage area. , The number of start winning designation commands and the combination pending storage number designation command) is identified, and the identified number (that is, the number of variation displays up to the previous one of the variation display to be notified) is set in the variation counter. (Step S8013).

  Then, the effect control CPU 101 sets the values of the undetermined information in all the storage areas 1 to 8 in the start winning command storage area to “0” (step S8014).

  In this embodiment, a case has been shown in which a pre-reading advance notice setting is configured to be executable and can be set retroactively for pending storage that has not been determined when the pre-reading notice setting restriction period is canceled. However, the pre-reading notice effect may not be set and executed retroactively with respect to the undetermined hold storage. In this case, specifically, after the process of step S8005 is executed, the process proceeds to step S8015 as it is, and the processes of steps S8006 to S8014 are not executed. In this case, it is not necessary to provide a storage area for setting the undetermined information in each of the storage areas 1 to 8 in the start winning command storage area.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 reads the variation pattern command from the variation pattern command storage area (step S8015). Next, the CPU 101 for effect control displays the display result (stop) of the effect symbol according to the variation pattern command read in step S8002 and the data stored in the display result specifying command storage area (that is, the received display result specifying command). (Design) is determined (step S8016). That is, when the CPU 101 for effect control executes the process of step S8016, the display result of the variable display of the identification information (stop of the effect symbol) according to the variable display pattern (variation pattern) determined by the variable display pattern determination means. A display result determining means for determining (design) is realized. If the pseudo-ream is specified by the variation pattern command, the effect control CPU 101 determines that the chance stop symbol (for example, “223” or “445”) is used as the temporary stop symbol in the pseudo-ream in step S8016. The combination of the jackpot symbol that is not reachable and the symbol that is shifted by one symbol) is also determined. In addition, when it is determined in step S8016 that the effect control CPU 101 is to execute a continuous effect of the effect mode of “change in variation pattern at the time of symbol change”, a so-called chance eye symbol is used as a stop symbol of the effect symbol. (For example, a combination of symbols that are not reachable, such as “223” and “445”, but that is not one reach and one symbol is shifted). The effect control CPU 101 stores data indicating the determined effect stop symbols in the effect symbol display result storage area. In step S8016, the effect control CPU 101 may determine whether or not it is a big hit based on the received variation pattern command, and may determine the stop symbol of the effect symbol based only on the variation pattern command. .

  FIG. 48 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the stop symbol of the effect symbol in the effect display device 9. In the example shown in FIG. 48, when the received display result designation command indicates “15R probability variation big hit”, “10R probability variation big hit”, or “2R probability variation big hit” (the received display result designation command designates display result 2). In the case of a command, a display result 3 designation command, or a display result 4 designation command), the effect control CPU 101 determines a combination of effect symbols in which the three symbols are the same as the stop symbol. It should be noted that the determination ratio of the stop symbol may be varied depending on whether it is “15R probability variation big hit”, “10R probability variation big hit” or “2R probability variation big hit”. For example, in the case of “15R probability variation big hit”, the ratio of determining the combination of production symbols in which the three symbols are the same odd number is increased, and in the case of “10R probability variation big hit” or “2R probability variation big hit”. You may make it raise the ratio which determines the combination of the production | presentation symbol in which 3 symbols were equal in the same even number design.

  Further, when the received display result designation command indicates “suddenly probable big hit” or “small hit” (when the received display result designation command is a display result 5 designation command or a display result 6 designation command), The effect control CPU 101 determines a combination of effect symbols such as “135” as the stop symbol. In the case of “out of” (when the received display result designation command is a display result 1 designation command), a combination of effect symbols other than the above is determined. However, when a reach effect is involved, a combination of effect symbols in which two left and right symbols are aligned is determined. The combination of the three symbols derived and displayed on the effect display device 9 is the “stop symbol” of the effect symbol.

  The effect control CPU 101 extracts, for example, a random number for determining the stop symbol, and uses the stop symbol determination table in which the data indicating the combination of effect symbols and numerical values are associated with each other to generate the stop symbol of the effect symbol. decide. That is, the stop symbol is determined by selecting data indicating the combination of effect symbols corresponding to the numerical value matching the extracted random number.

  In addition, as for the effect symbols, a stop symbol reminiscent of a big hit (a combination of symbols in which the left, middle and right are all the same symbols) is called a big hit symbol. In addition, a stop symbol that recalls a loss is called a loss symbol.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 uses the effect display device 9 to display a notice effect (a notice effect other than the look-ahead notice effect. For example, a step-up notice effect, a mini-character notice effect, a movable object notice effect, an effect blade role, etc.) (Notice announcement effect.) Is executed or a notice effect setting process for setting the effect mode of the notice effect is executed (step S8017).

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 selects a process table corresponding to the prefetching notice effect and other notice effects when executing the variation pattern, the prefetch notice effect, and other notice effects (step S8018). Then, the process timer in the process data 1 of the selected process table is started (step S8019).

  FIG. 49 is an explanatory diagram of a configuration example of the process table. The process table is a table in which process data referred to when the effect control CPU 101 executes control of the effect device is set. That is, the effect control CPU 101 controls effect devices (effect components) such as the effect display device 9 according to the process data set in the process table. The process table includes data in which a plurality of combinations of process timer set values, display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data are collected. In the display control execution data, data indicating each variation aspect constituting the variation aspect during the variable display time (variation time) of the variable display of the effect symbols is described. Specifically, data relating to the change of the display screen of the effect display device 9 is described. The process timer set value is set with a change time in the form of the change. The effect control CPU 101 refers to the process table and performs control to display the effect design in the variation mode set in the display control execution data for the time set in the process timer set value.

  The process table shown in FIG. 49 is stored in the ROM of the effect control board 80. A process table is prepared for each variation pattern.

  The effect control CPU 101 is determined to execute the pre-reading notice effect and other notice effects, and when the pre-reading notice execution flag and other notice execution flags are set, the prefetching is performed in step S8018. A process table corresponding to the notice effect or other notice effects is selected.

  In addition, in the process table used when effect control is executed for a variation pattern with reach effect, the left symbol is stopped when a predetermined time has elapsed from the start of the variation, and the right symbol is stopped when a predetermined time further elapses. Process data indicating that it is to be displayed is set. In addition, instead of setting the symbols to be stopped and displayed in the process table, an image for displaying the symbols is synthesized and generated according to the determined stop symbol, the temporary stop symbol in the pseudo-ream and the sliding effect. May be.

  In addition, the CPU 101 for effect control, according to the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound number data 1), effects device (effect display device 9 as an effect component, effect component as an effect component) The control of the various lamps and the speaker 27) as a production component is executed (step S8020). For example, a command is output to the VDP 109 in order to display an image according to the variation pattern on the effect display device 9. In addition, a control signal (lamp control execution data) is output to the lamp driver board 35 in order to perform on / off control of various lamps. In addition, a control signal (sound number data) is output to the sound output board 70 in order to output sound from the speaker 27. Further, for example, when executing a pseudo-ream effect or a notice effect, the movable member 78 is moved by driving the motor 86, or the effect blades 79a and 79b are moved by driving the motor 87. Is done.

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

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 sets a value corresponding to the variation time specified by the variation pattern command in the variation time timer (step S8021). Next, the production control CPU 101 uses a start winning command (design designation command, variable category command, start winning designation command, and so on) stored in the first storage area (storage area 1) of the start winning command storage area. (Total pending storage number designation command) is deleted, and the content of the command storage area at the start winning prize is shifted (step S8022).

  In this embodiment, there is a case where the prefetching notice effect is configured to be restartable from the next fluctuation display after digesting the fluctuation display that caused the command miss and inconsistency and caused the prefetching notice setting restriction period. Although, for example, the shift process of step S8022 is executed after it is determined as Y in step S811 of the variation pattern command reception waiting process, a command is missed or an inconsistency causes a prefetching notice setting limit period. The pre-reading notice effect may be configured to be restartable from the changed display. In this case, for example, if the change display that caused the missed-out command or inconsistency and caused the pre-reading notice setting restriction period is “non-reach”, it caused the pre-reading notice setting restriction period. A pre-reading notice effect may be executed in the variable display.

  Then, the effect control CPU 101 sets the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the effect symbol changing process (step S802) (step S8023).

  FIG. 50 is a flowchart showing the processing during effect design variation (step S802) in the effect control process. In the effect symbol changing process, the effect control CPU 101 subtracts 1 from the value of the process timer (step S8101) and subtracts 1 from the value of the change time timer (step S8102).

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 sets a skip point designation command reception flag (a skip point 1 designation command reception flag, a skip point 2 designation command reception flag, a skip point 3 designation command reception flag or a skip point 4 designation command reception flag). It is determined whether or not (step S8103). If it is determined that the skip point designation command reception flag is set, the effect control CPU 101 selects a process table corresponding to the variation pattern and the skip point specified by the skip point designation command (step S81031). ). Further, the process timer in the process data 1 of the selected process table is started (step S81032). Then, the production control CPU 101 performs the production device (the production display device 9 as the production component, the production component as the production component according to the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound number data 1). The control of the various lamps and the speaker 27) as an effect part is executed (step S81033). As described above, the effect control CPU 101 executes the processes of steps S81031 to S81033, and when the operation of the operation button 120 by the player is detected during the effect symbol change, the change pattern is predetermined. It is possible to switch to the processing after the skip point.

  After executing the process of step S81033, or when it is determined in step S8103 that the skip point designation command reception flag is not set, the effect control CPU 101 determines whether or not the process timer has timed out (step S81033). S8104). If it is determined that the process timer has timed out, the effect control CPU 101 switches the process data (step S8105). That is, the process timer setting value set next in the process table is set in the process timer. Further, the control state for the rendering device is changed based on the display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data set next (step S8106). In addition, for example, when performing a pseudo-series effect or a notice effect, the movable member 78 is moved by driving the motor 86 or the effect blades 79a and 79b are moved by driving the motor 87. The production to be performed is performed.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 determines whether any of the pre-reading notice execution flags (except for the pre-reading notice execution flag corresponding to the pre-reading notice effect corresponding to the effect of “holding ball change”) is set. Confirmation is made (step S8107). If any of the pre-reading notice execution flags is set, the CPU 101 for effect control “changes the variation mode at the time of symbol change” according to the effect mode determined in the pre-reading notice effect mode determination process in steps S6011, S6027, and S8010. ”,“ Mode shift ”, or“ countdown ”, the pre-reading notice effect is executed in one of the effect modes (step S8108). In addition, when it is determined to execute a pre-reading notice effect (however, a pre-reading notice effect of an effect mode other than “change in holding ball”), specifically, a predetermined time after the start of the change of the effect symbol At the timing when elapses, the pre-reading notice effect is executed in the corresponding effect mode. When the prefetching notice effect is executed, it is determined as Y in step S8107 at the timing of executing the prefetching notice effect, and the process of step S8108 is executed. Then, it is determined to be Y repeatedly in step S8107 until the prefetch notice effect is finished, and the process of step S8108 is executed.

  Then, if the change time timer has timed out (step S8109), the effect control CPU 101 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the effect symbol change stop process (step S803) (step S8110).

  FIG. 51 is a flowchart showing the effect symbol variation stop process (step S803) in the effect control process. In the effect symbol variation stop process, the effect control CPU 101 first checks whether or not a stop symbol display flag indicating that a stop symbol of the effect symbol is being displayed is set (step S8301). If the stop symbol display flag is set, the process proceeds to step S8305. In this embodiment, when a big hit symbol is displayed as the stop symbol of the effect symbol, a stop symbol display flag is set in step S8304. Then, the stop symbol display flag is reset when the fanfare effect is executed. Accordingly, the fact that the stop symbol display flag is set is a stage where the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed but the fanfare effect is not yet executed, and therefore the processing of displaying the stop symbol of the effect symbol in step S8302 is executed. Instead, the process proceeds to step S8305.

  When the stop symbol display flag is not set, the effect control CPU 101 performs control to stop and display the determined stop symbol (offset symbol, jackpot symbol) (step S8302). When neither the big winning symbol nor the small winning symbol is displayed in the process of step S8302 (that is, when the lost symbol is displayed) (N in step S8303), the effect control CPU 101 proceeds to step S8311.

  When the big hit symbol or the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed in the process of step S8302 (Y in step S8303), the effect control CPU 101 sets the stop symbol display flag (step S8304) and receives the big hit start designation command. It is checked whether a big hit start designation command reception flag indicating that a small hit / sudden probability sudden change big hit start designation command reception flag is set or not (step S8305). . When the big hit start designation command reception flag or the small hit / sudden probability sudden change big hit start designation command reception flag is set, the effect control CPU 101 resets the stop symbol display flag (step S8306), and responds to the fanfare effect. A process table is selected (step S8307). When the big hit start designation command reception flag or the small hit / sudden probability sudden change big hit start designation command reception flag is set, the effect control CPU 101 resets the set flag.

  Then, the production control CPU 101 starts the process timer by setting the process timer set value in the process timer (step S8308), and the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound number) According to the data 1, the movable member control data 1), the production device (the production display device 9 as the production component, various lamps as the production component, the speaker 27 as the production component, and the movable member 78 as the production component and production. The blades 79a and 79b) are controlled (step S8309). Thereafter, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the jackpot display process (step S804) (step S8310).

  When it is determined that neither big win nor small win is made (N in step S8303), the effect control CPU 101 determines any pre-reading advance notice execution flag (however, the “reserved ball change” effect mode). It is determined whether or not the pre-reading notice execution flag corresponding to the prefetching notice effect is set (step S8311). If it is set, the CPU 101 for effect control subtracts 1 from the value of the variation counter (step S8312). Further, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the value of the variation counter after subtraction is 0 (step S8313). Then, if the value of the fluctuation counter is 0, the effect control CPU 101 determines that the pre-reading notice corresponding to the set pre-reading notice execution flag (however, the “preserving ball change” effect mode pre-reading notice effect). (Excluding the execution flag) is reset (step S8316). By executing such processing, in this embodiment, the pre-reading notice effect (effects other than “change in reserved ball”) is displayed until the change display one before the start of the change that has been determined for winning. Is executed, and the pre-reading notice execution flag is reset at the start of the variable display subject to the determination at the time of winning (the pre-reading notice is displayed during the variable display subject to the determination at the time of winning). There will be no directing). Note that the pre-reading notice effect may be executed even during the variable display that is the object of the determination at the time of winning.

  Next, the production control CPU 101 resets a predetermined flag (step S8317). For example, the effect control CPU 101 resets the first symbol variation designation command reception flag and the second symbol variation designation command reception flag. The effect control CPU 101 may reset the command reception flag immediately after being referred to in the effect control process and the fourth symbol process (for example, as shown in step S811 in FIG. 45, the variation pattern). The fluctuation pattern command reception flag may be reset immediately after confirming the command reception flag). However, for example, because the symbol variation designation command is referred to in both the effect control process and the fourth symbol process, as shown in this embodiment, the effect symbol variation stop process or the like at the end of the variation. It is desirable to reset at the end of the big hit or at the end of the big hit effect processing. Then, the effect control CPU 101 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) (step S8318).

  FIG. 52 is a flowchart showing the jackpot display process (step S804) in the effect control process. In the jackpot display process, the effect control CPU 101 first checks whether or not the big prize opening open flag indicating that the big prize opening open designation command has been received is set (step S1901). When the big prize opening open flag is not set (N in step S1901), the effect control CPU 101 subtracts 1 from the value of the process timer (step S1902), and the effect device (effect display) Control of the device 9, the speaker 27, the LEDs 25, 28, etc.) is executed (step S1903). For example, the effect display device 9 displays a jackpot display symbol and performs an effect of displaying a character or character indicating that a jackpot has occurred.

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

  When the big prize opening open flag is set (Y in step S1901), the production control CPU 101 resets the big prize opening open flag (step S1907) and selects process data corresponding to the production during the round. (Step S1908). Then, the process timer is started (step S1909), and the value of the effect control process flag is set to a value corresponding to the mid-round processing (step S805) (step S1910).

  It should be noted that, in addition to the process for displaying a big hit, a process for displaying a small hit is provided. In the case of a small hit, for example, a predetermined period (a big prize opening is opened twice for 0.1 seconds) Sufficient time (for example, 0.5 seconds) may be produced in the same manner as in the case of sudden big hit.

  In addition, in the case of a small hit or sudden probability variation big hit, the production control CPU 101 does not execute the presentation based on reception of the small hit / sudden probability sudden change big hit start designation command, for example, for the small hit / sudden probability sudden change big hit. Based on the reception of the fluctuation pattern command, an effect that suggests a small hit or suddenly probable big hit may be executed for a predetermined period. In this case, the CPU 101 for effect control switches the process data for performing an effect that suggests a small hit or a sudden probability change big hit every process time, and performs the effect according to the switched process data.

  FIG. 53 is a flowchart showing the jackpot end effect process (step S807) in the effect control process. In the big hit end effect process, the effect control CPU 101 first subtracts one effect period measurement timer for measuring the effect period of the ending effect (step S880). And it is confirmed whether the production period measurement timer after subtraction has timed out (step S881). The effect period measurement timer is set based on confirmation of reception of the ending command in, for example, in-round processing (see step S805).

  If the production period measurement timer has not timed out (N in step S881), the production control CPU 101 subtracts 1 from the value of the process timer (step S882). In addition, the CPU 101 for effect control is based on the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound number data 1, movable member control data 1), and the effect device (the effect display device 9 as an effect part). Then, various lamps as the production parts, the speaker 27 as the production parts, and the movable member 78 and the production blade accessories 79a and 79b as the production parts are controlled (step S883). For example, an effect of displaying that the big hit ends or displaying a predetermined character or the like is executed.

  Next, when the process timer has not timed out (N in step S884), the effect control CPU 101 ends the process. When the process timer times out (Y in step S884), the process data is switched. That is, the process timer setting value set next in the process table is set in the process timer (step S885). Further, the production control CPU 101 starts a process timer (step S886).

  If the effect period measurement timer has timed out (Y in step S881), the effect control CPU 101 resets a predetermined flag (step S888). For example, the effect control CPU 101 resets command reception flags such as a first symbol variation designation command reception flag and a second symbol variation designation command reception flag. Then, the effect control CPU 101 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) (step S889).

  Examples of effects of the pre-reading notice effect include those called “change in variation pattern at the time of symbol variation”, “mode transition”, “countdown”, and “change in reserved ball”. For example, when the effect mode of the pre-reading notice effect is determined as “change in variation pattern at the time of symbol variation”, the chance symbol symbol is stopped and displayed as a stop symbol of the effect symbol. In addition, a predetermined effect is performed, for example, a display in which a flash shines above the display screen of the effect display device 9 at the start of the change of the effect symbol. Thereafter, the pre-reading notice effect is executed in the same effect manner until the variable display based on the start winning that is the target of the determination at the time of winning is started.

  In addition, for example, when the effect mode of the pre-reading notice effect is determined to be “mode shift”, the side of the background screen currently displayed on the display screen of the effect display device 9 during the effect symbol change display Thus, an effect in a form in which another background screen is interrupted and two background screens are brought together (for example, an effect in a form in which a sea background screen and a mountain background screen are brought together) is executed. Then, the variation time is ended, and the effect of the aspect that is finally pushed back to the original background screen is executed, and the final stop symbol is stopped and displayed. In the above-described manner, the pre-reading notice effect is executed in the same effect manner until the variable display based on the start winning that is the subject of determination at the time of winning is started.

  Further, for example, when the effect mode of the pre-reading notice effect is determined to be “countdown”, a character string such as “Count 3!” Is displayed on the display screen of the effect display device 9 during the display of the effect symbol variation. Then, the effect as if the countdown was started is executed. In addition, during the variation display of the next effect symbol, the character string such as “Count 2!” Is displayed on the display screen of the effect display device 9 during the variation display of the effect symbol, and the countdown continues. Various effects are executed. Then, during the next variation display of the effect symbol, the effect is displayed such that a character string such as “Count 1!” Is displayed on the display screen of the effect display device 9 and the countdown is continuously performed. The In the above-described manner, the pre-reading notice effect is executed in the same effect manner until the variable display based on the start winning that is the subject of determination at the time of winning is started.

  Further, for example, when the effect of the pre-reading notice effect is determined to be “change in the holding ball”, the first special display (red star display) is incremented by 1 in the total holding memory display unit 18c, and the pre-reading notice is immediately made. Start production. Next, the display of variation of the next effect symbol is started. Then, each hold display including the remaining first special display is shifted one by one, and the pre-reading notice effect of the effect mode of “holding ball change” is continued. In the above-described manner, the pre-reading notice effect is executed in the same effect manner until the variable display based on the start winning that is the subject of determination at the time of winning is started. Then, the pre-reading notice effect of the effect mode of “change in the holding ball” is continued until the hold memory is consumed for each variable display and the hold display to be notified is deleted from the combined hold storage display unit 18c.

  In addition, when a pre-reading notice effect such as “change in variation pattern at the time of symbol change”, “mode change”, and “countdown” is executed, a new start prize is generated during a certain fluctuation display, and the pre-reading notice effect is displayed. When it is decided to execute, the pre-reading notice effect is started from the next variation display. On the other hand, when the presentation mode of the pre-reading notice effect is determined to be “change in reserved ball”, the first special display (red star display) or the second special display (blue star display) is displayed in the combined hold storage display unit 18c. Shape display) is incremented by 1, and a pre-reading notice effect is immediately started.

  Next, the prefetch notice setting limit period will be described. As an example, a case where a start winning designation command is missed will be described. The game control microcomputer 560 performs control for transmitting a winning determination result designation command based on the determination result of winning determination, and also includes a start winning designation command and a total number of reserved memories as holding storage information within the same interrupt. Controls sending specified commands. Here, when the start winning designation command cannot be normally received for some reason, the effect control microcomputer 100 determines that the command at the start winning is not normally received, and sets the pre-reading advance setting restriction flag. Set and control during the prefetch notice setting limit period.

  Thereafter, each time the variation display is started, the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the storage area of the storage state in which the command could not be correctly received still remains in the start winning command storage area, If it is determined that there is no storage area in the storage state where the command could not be received correctly at the timing of starting the variable display for the reserved memory that caused the prefetching notice setting restriction, the prefetching notice setting restriction flag is reset and the prefetching notice is set. The setting limit period ends.

  Next, a specific example of the notice effect other than the prefetch notice effect will be described. FIG. 54 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a step-up notice effect. In the step-up notice effect, as illustrated in FIG. 54A, the display screen of the effect display device 9 is changed from the state in which the left, middle, and right decorative symbols are changed (variably displayed) on the effect display device 9. Control is performed to display an image of a balloon indicating step-up of the stage (FIG. 54 (b)). Next, as illustrated in FIG. 54 (c), on the display screen of the effect display device 9, the balloon image indicating the first step up is switched to the image of the propeller aircraft indicating the second step up. The displayed control is performed. Next, as illustrated in FIG. 54 (d), on the display screen of the effect display device 9, the image of the propeller aircraft showing the second step up is switched to the image of the jet aircraft showing the third step up. The displayed control is performed. Next, as illustrated in FIG. 54 (e), on the display screen of the effect display device 9, the display is switched from the jet image indicating the third step up to the rocket image indicating the fourth step up. Control is performed. Next, as illustrated in FIG. 54 (f), on the display screen of the effect display device 9, the rocket image indicating the fourth step up is switched to the UFO image indicating the fifth step up display. Control is performed. Thereafter, as illustrated in FIG. 54 (g), control is performed in which the left and right decorative symbols are stopped and displayed in the reach state. Note that the variation of the left, middle, and right decorative symbols is continuously performed during the period in which the step-up notice effect shown in FIGS. 54 (a) to 54 (f) is being performed.

  Next, a specific example of the skip process of this embodiment will be described. FIG. 55 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of skip processing. FIGS. 55A to 55I illustrate a variable display that is controlled to reach after the step-up notice effect and the pseudo-continuous effect are performed without skipping. Specifically, from the state in which the left, middle, and right decorative symbols are fluctuating (variably displayed) on the effect display device 9 (FIG. 55 (a)), the first step up on the display screen of the effect display device 9 is performed. Control is performed to display an image of the indicated balloon (FIG. 55 (b)). Then, a control is performed in which the pseudo consecutive chance is temporarily stopped (first time) displayed on the display screen of the effect display device 9 (FIG. 55 (c)).

  Next, control is performed so that the decorative symbols in the left and right are re-variable (re-variable display) (FIG. 55 (d)), and the image of the jet plane indicating the third step up is displayed on the display screen of the effect display device 9. (FIG. 55 (e)). Then, a control is performed in which the pseudo consecutive chance is temporarily stopped (second time) displayed on the display screen of the effect display device 9 (FIG. 55 (f)).

  Next, control is performed so that the decorative pattern in the left and right is re-variable (re-variable display) (FIG. 55 (g)), and the UFO image indicating the fifth step up is displayed on the display screen of the effect display device 9. (FIG. 55 (h)). Thereafter, control is performed so that the left and right decorative symbols are stopped and displayed on the display screen of the effect display device 9 (FIG. 55 (i)).

  FIGS. 55 (j) to 55 (p) illustrate the variable display after skipping. 55 (j) to (o) respectively correspond to the display modes of FIGS. 55 (c) to (h) in FIGS. 55 (a) to (i) showing the variable display when skipping is not performed. . As shown in FIG. 55, when operation of the operation button 120 is detected during the period of FIG. 55 (b), a pseudo-continuous chance is temporarily stopped (first time) displayed on the display screen of the effect display device 9. Control is performed (FIG. 55 (j)).

  Next, the left and right decorative designs are re-variable (re-variable display) (FIG. 55 (k)), and control is performed so that the image of the jet plane showing the third step up is displayed on the display screen of the effect display device 9. (FIG. 55 (l)). Then, a control is performed in which the pseudo continuous chance is temporarily stopped (second time) displayed on the display screen of the effect display device 9 (FIG. 55 (m)).

  Next, the left and right decorative designs are re-variable (re-variable display) (FIG. 55 (n)), and a control is performed to display a UFO image indicating the fifth step up on the display screen of the effect display device 9. (FIG. 55 (o)). Thereafter, the left and right decorative symbols are stopped and displayed on the display screen of the effect display device 9, and the step-up notice effect stage decided to be executed during the variable display and the pseudo-continuous effect temporary stop Control for executing the suggestion effect for displaying an image indicating the number of times is performed (FIG. 55 (p)).

  Also, as shown in FIG. 55, when operation detection of the operation button 120 is performed during the period of FIGS. 55 (c) to 55 (e) or during the period of FIGS. 55 (j) to 55 (l), the effect display device Control is performed such that the pseudo-continuous chance is temporarily stopped (second time) displayed on the display screen 9 (FIG. 55 (m)).

  Next, the left and right decorative designs are re-variable (re-variable display) (FIG. 55 (n)), and a control is performed to display a UFO image indicating the fifth step up on the display screen of the effect display device 9. (FIG. 55 (o)). Thereafter, the left and right decorative symbols are stopped and displayed on the display screen of the effect display device 9, and the step-up notice effect stage decided to be executed during the variable display and the pseudo-continuous effect temporary stop Control for executing the suggestion effect for displaying an image indicating the number of times is performed (FIG. 55 (p)).

  Also, as shown in FIG. 55, when the operation button operation is detected during the period of FIGS. 55 (f) to 55 (h) or FIGS. 55 (m) to (o), the display screen of the effect display device 9 is displayed. In addition, the left and right decorative symbols are stopped and displayed in a reach state, and an image indicating the step-up notice effect stage that has been determined to be executed during the variable display and the number of temporary stop effects of the pseudo-continuous effect is displayed. Control for executing the effect is performed (FIG. 55 (p)).

  As shown in FIG. 55, after the first step-up notice effect is executed, before the left and right decorative symbols are stopped and displayed in the reach state, it is possible to skip to a predetermined skip point. In other words, the operation invalid period is set until a predetermined period of time has elapsed since the start of the decorative symbol variation, and then the operation effective period is set until the left and right decorative symbols are stopped and displayed in the reach state. In the example shown in FIG. 55, the skip points are set at two timings of temporary stop display of pseudo-continuous effects and timing at which the left and right decorative symbols are stopped and displayed in the reach state. Specifically, the timing shown in FIG. 55 (j) is the first skip point, the timing shown in FIG. 55 (m) is the second skip point, and the timing shown in FIG. 55 (p) is the final skip point. Is set to Therefore, when the player performs an operation of pressing the operation button 120, the variable display is skipped to the temporary stop display or reach state. Note that the skip point is not limited to the temporary stop display timing as shown in FIG. 55, and may be set, for example, to the timing at which the step-up notice effect is performed.

  Also, as shown in FIG. 55, when skipping to a predetermined skip point during variation display, the stage of the step-up notice effect determined to be executed during the variation display and the number of temporary stops of the pseudo-continuous effect are obtained. The suggestion effect for displaying the image shown is executed. For example, when the player performs an operation of pressing the operation button 120 at the timing shown in FIG. 55 (a), the change display after the skip point is performed without performing the step-up notice effect shown in FIG. 55 (b). . However, in this embodiment, when the skip is performed, control is performed so that the suggestion effect is executed, so the player is expected to be in the stage of the notice even if the execution of the notice effect is omitted. A feeling can be maintained.

  FIG. 56 is a time chart corresponding to the skip processing shown in FIG. In the example of FIG. 56, the timing of “variation start” corresponds to FIG. 55 (a), the timing of “step-up (first time)” corresponds to FIG. 55 (b), and “temporary stop display (first time)”. 55 ”corresponds to FIG. 55 (c), the timing of“ revariation (first time) ”corresponds to FIG. 55 (d), and the timing of“ step up (second time) ”in FIG. 55 (e). The timing of “temporary stop display (second time)” corresponds to FIG. 55 (f), the timing of “revariation (second time)” corresponds to FIG. 55 (g), and “step-up (third time) ) "Corresponds to FIG. 55 (h), and the timing of" reach production start "corresponds to FIG. 55 (i).

  Similarly to the example shown in FIG. 55, in the time chart shown in FIG. 56, “temporary stop display (first time)” is the first skip point, and “temporary stop display (second time)” is the second skip point. The timing of “reach production start” is set as the final skip point. Therefore, similarly to the example shown in FIG. 55, in the time chart shown in FIG. 56, the first period from “step up (first time)” to “temporary stop display (first time)” can be skipped to the first skip point. The second period from “temporary stop display (first time)” to “temporary stop display (second time)” is a period that can be skipped to the second skip point, and “temporary stop display (second time)” The third period from “to reach start of reach” is a period during which the last skip point can be skipped. In addition, as shown in FIG. 56, when a skip is performed, a suggestion effect is executed at the final skip point.

  As described above, in this embodiment, the production control microcomputer 100 includes the variable display process based on the detection of the operation of the operation button 120 by the player during the execution of the variable display. Control is performed so that a part of the process except for the derivation display is omitted and the display result is derived and displayed before the elapse of the special figure variation time determined by the variation pattern. Further, the production control microcomputer 100 executes a suggestion effect that suggests what kind of the notice effect is decided to be executed when the notice effect is not executed because the variation time is omitted. Therefore, even if the notice effect is omitted, the suggestion effect suggesting the stage of the notice is executed, so that the expectation by the notice effect can be maintained.

  Next, with reference to FIGS. 57 and 58, a specific example of skip processing having a different aspect will be described. Here, the fluctuation display shown in FIGS. 57 and 58 is executed based on the same fluctuation pattern, but it is assumed that whether or not the pre-reading notice effect is being executed is different. First, an example of the skip process in the variable display when the pre-reading notice effect is being executed (the variable display after the next time is the notice target) will be described with reference to the example of FIG. In the pre-reading notice determination process (step S2342 in FIG. 23) in the game control microcomputer 560 and the pre-reading notice effect determination process in the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S6007 in FIG. 41, step S6024 in FIG. 43, etc.) The condition for executing the notice effect is that the change display executed before the notice subject to change is not accompanied by the reach effect, but this condition is not essential and may be omitted. 57 and 58 show a variable display accompanied by a reach effect that is executed before the variable display that is the target of the pre-reading notice effect.

  As illustrated in FIG. 57 (a), the first step up is performed on the display screen of the effect display device 9 from the state in which the decoration pattern on the left middle right fluctuates (variably displayed) on the effect display device 9. Control is performed to display an image of the indicated balloon (FIG. 57B). Next, as illustrated in FIG. 57 (c), on the display screen of the effect display device 9, the balloon image indicating the first step up is switched to the image of the propeller aircraft indicating the second step up. The displayed control is performed. Next, as illustrated in FIG. 57 (d), on the display screen of the effect display device 9, the image of the propeller aircraft showing the second step up is switched to the image of the jet aircraft showing the third step up. The displayed control is performed. Next, as illustrated in FIG. 57 (e), on the display screen of the effect display device 9, the jet image showing the third step up is switched to the rocket image showing the fourth step up. Control is performed. Next, as illustrated in FIG. 57 (f), on the display screen of the effect display device 9, the rocket image indicating the fourth step up is switched to the UFO image indicating the fifth step up display. Control is performed. Next, as illustrated in FIG. 57 (f), control is performed such that the left and right decorative symbols are stopped and displayed in the reach state, and a reach effect is executed (FIGS. 57 (h) and (i)). Thereafter, on the display screen of the effect display device 9, control is performed so that the decorative symbols on the left and right are stopped and displayed (stop display as the off symbol) (FIG. 57 (j)).

  As shown in FIG. 57, the skip display is performed at any timing of FIGS. 57 (a) to (i) in the change display when the pre-reading notice effect is being executed (the change display after the next time is the target of the notice). This is possible, and the timing (FIG. 57 (j)) at which the decorative symbols in the left and right are stopped and displayed is set as the skip point.

  Next, an example of skip processing in variable display when the pre-reading notice effect is not being executed will be described with reference to the illustration of FIG. The timings of FIGS. 58A to 58I correspond to the timings of FIGS. 57A to 57I. However, as shown in FIG. 58, when the pre-reading notice effect is not being executed, it is possible to skip only during the period of FIGS. 58B to 58F, and the left and right decorative symbols are stopped and displayed in the reach state. Timing (FIG. 58 (g)) is set as a skip point.

  FIG. 59 is a time chart showing an example of skip processing. FIG. 59A is a time chart corresponding to the example of FIG. 57 (here, skip processing in the variable display when the pre-reading notice effect is being executed (the variable display after the next time is the target of the notice)). . FIG. 59B is a time chart corresponding to the example of FIG. 58 (here, skip processing in variable display when the pre-reading notice effect is not being executed).

  As shown in FIG. 59 (a), the skip operation valid period when the pre-reading notice effect is not executed is a partial period of the total variation period. On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 59 (b), the skip operation effective period when the pre-reading notice effect is being executed is the entire variation period. The skip point is set at the timing when the skip operation effective time ends. Therefore, even in the variation display executed based on the same variation pattern, the skip point varies depending on whether or not the pre-reading notice effect is executed.

  As shown in FIG. 57, FIG. 58 and FIG. 59, in this embodiment, when the pre-reading notice effect is being executed, it skips to the timing when the left and right decorative symbols are stopped and displayed, When not being executed, the process skips to the timing when the left and right decorative symbols are stopped and displayed in the reach state. Therefore, because skip processing is performed in a different manner depending on whether or not a pre-reading notice effect is being performed, it is possible to perform a control that associates the pre-reading notice effect with a function that shortens the variation time, improving the interest of the game Can be made. In addition, since the period during which the operation can be accepted is long when the pre-reading notice effect is being executed, it is possible to appropriately respond to the player's feeling that the variable display that is the target of the pre-reading notice effect is to be executed quickly.

  In this embodiment, in the game control microcomputer 560, when the variation category is the variation category 8 command, the variation category 23 command, or the variation category 26 command, execution of the prefetching notice effect is determined. The change category 8 command, the change category 23 command, and the change category 26 may be distinguished from each other, and execution of the pre-reading notice effect in a different mode may be determined. That is, depending on whether the display result of the variable display is out of place (variable pattern type: super CA2-7) or big hit (variable pattern type: super CA3-3), the pre-reading notice effect in a different mode is executed. It is determined. For example, if the display result of the fluctuation display is a big hit, execution of “count down” is determined, and if it is out of place, “change of fluctuation form at the time of symbol change”, “mode shift” or “count down” One of these executions is determined. Furthermore, a skip point at the time of prefetching (see FIG. 6) corresponding to the mode of the prefetching notice effect may be set in advance. Here, the example of FIG. 57 is an example of the skip process when the prefetching notice effect “countdown” is being executed, and the example of FIG. 58 is the skip process when the prefetching notice effect other than “countdown” is being executed. It can be seen as an example. As shown in FIG. 57 and FIG. 58, skipping according to the mode of the prefetching notice effect is set by setting different operation reception periods and skip points according to the mode of the prefetching notice effect being executed. It can be performed and the interest of the game can be improved.

  Next, the limitation of the skip process when the prefetch notice effect is being executed will be described. FIG. 60 is an explanatory diagram for explaining a skip operation valid period. Here, in the example shown in FIG. 60, it is assumed that the total number of pending storages before receiving the winning determination result designation command and the pending storage information is 3, and the production control microcomputer 100 displays the production symbol variation display A. It is assumed that the total number of pending storage has reached 4 due to the starting prize. Further, the effect control microcomputer 100 executes a prefetching notice effect determination process based on the received winning determination result designation command (see step S800A), and a prefetching notice effect determination process (see step S6011). It is assumed that “reserved ball change” is determined as the effect mode. Then, by determining “change in reserved ball” as the effect mode of the pre-reading notice effect, the effect control microcomputer 100, as shown in FIG. 60, receives the received first start winning designation command and the total reserved memory number designation command. Based on the above, the first special display (red star display) or the second special display (blue star display) is incremented by 1 in the summation pending storage display unit 18c (see steps S6017 and S6018), and a start prize is generated. The pre-reading notice effect is immediately started at the timing of receiving the command at the start winning prize. Note that the CPU 56 sets a value in the advance notice hold storage counter (step S2344) in the prefetch notice determination process (step S234) in the prize effect process (step S1217) before transmitting the prize determination result designation command. ), The prefetch flag is set (step S2346). Therefore, the subsequent variable display operation acceptance period is a period when the prefetch flag is set.

  Next, a variation pattern command, a display result designation command, and a combined pending storage number subtraction designation command are received, and the next variation display B is started. Then, the hold display in the combined hold storage display unit 18c is reduced by 1 (see step S662A), and each hold display including the remaining first special display or second special display is shifted one by one, as shown in FIG. , The pre-reading notice effect of the effect mode of “change in reserved ball” continues.

  Thereafter, each time the change display C and the change display D are started, the hold display in the combined hold storage display unit 18c is reduced by 1 (see step S662A), and each hold including the remaining first special display or second special display is performed. The display is shifted one by one, and as shown in FIG. 60, the pre-reading notice effect of the effect mode of “change in holding ball” continues. Then, when the notice display change display D is started, the CPU 56 sets the prefetch flag in the skip possibility determination process (step S109) in the change pattern setting process (step S301), and sets the notice target hold storage number. It is determined that the counter is not 0 (Y in step S1092), and the skip enable flag is not set in step S1094. That is, it is determined that the display is a change display subject to a pre-reading notice effect, and skipping is limited. As shown in FIG. 60, by this process, when the variation display targeted for determination at the time of winning is started, the skip operation during the variation period can be invalidated, and the variation display that is the subject of the notice effect is displayed. Can be prevented from being accidentally skipped. It should be noted that even if the display is a variable display that is subject to advance notice, the skip may be executed under a predetermined restriction. For example, the operation input for skipping may be validated only during a period equivalent to or shorter than the skip operation valid period of FIG. 59 (a), or skipping may be executed on condition of a plurality of operation inputs.

  Thereafter, when the change display D for the advance notice is started, the hold display corresponding to the advance display for the advance notice is consumed, so that the hold display (the first special display or the second special display) is added. As shown in FIG. 60, the pre-reading notice effect of the effect mode of “change in reserved ball” is ended as shown in FIG.

  Next, the skip process when there are a plurality of reserved memories will be described. FIG. 61 is a time chart showing an example of skip processing. As shown in FIG. 61 (a), even when there are a plurality of holding memories, when the execution of the pre-reading notice effect is not determined, as in the example shown in FIG. A part of the fluctuation period is an operation effective period, and the timing at which each operation effective period ends is set as a corresponding skip point.

  FIGS. 61 (b1) and (b2) are time charts when there are a plurality of hold memories and execution of the prefetch notice effect is determined. In the example shown in FIG. 61 (b1), as in the example shown in FIG. 59 (b), the entire variation period of each variation display is the operation effective period, and the timing at which each operation effective period ends (the next variation display is displayed). The timing at which the change starts is set for the corresponding skip point. In this embodiment, as illustrated in FIG. 61 (b1), when execution of the pre-reading notice effect is determined, execution of the pre-reading notice effect illustrated in FIG. 61 (a) is not determined. As compared with the above, the operation effective period in the variation display (variation display B to variation display D in FIG. 61 (b1)) before the variation display of the advance notice target is set to be longer.

  Moreover, you may control as illustrated in FIG.61 (b2) as a modification. Specifically, in the example shown in FIG. 61 (b1), an operation effective period and a corresponding skip point are provided for each variation display before the variation display of the notice target, In the example shown in FIG. 61 (b2), the entire variation period of the variation display (variation display B to variation display D) before the variation display of the notification target is one operation effective period, and the operation effective period ends (variation The timing at which the display E starts to fluctuate) is set to the corresponding skip point. Therefore, in the example shown in FIG. 61 (b2), when the operation is performed once during the operation valid period that spans all the fluctuation periods of the fluctuation display B to the fluctuation display D, the fluctuation display E that is the target of the pre-reading notice effect changes. Control to skip to the start timing is performed. When executing this skip processing, it may be controlled to display only the timing at which the display result is derived and displayed for each skipped variable display, or the display result of the skipped variable display is displayed by the variable display E. You may control to display collectively at the timing started. For example, in step S12606 of the special symbol variation processing, the game control microcomputer 560 continuously transmits a plurality of skip point designation commands according to a plurality of variation displays to be skipped, or skip points are subject to advance notice. This is realized by sending a skip designation command set at the start of the variable display. In addition, the present invention is not limited to the modification shown in FIG. 61 (b2). For example, when it is determined to execute the pre-reading notice, the timing at which the display result of the variable display of the notice target is derived and displayed (or a predetermined time before that). If it is not decided to execute the pre-reading notice, the process skips to the timing at which the display result of the variation display in which the operation is detected is derived (or a predetermined timing before that). You may control as follows.

  As described above, according to this embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 determines whether or not a big hit or a small hit is made when a start winning occurs, a big hit type or a variation pattern type, It is determined whether or not the pre-reading notice effect is to be executed, and the hold memory information (in this example, the start winning designation command and the total pending memory designation command) so that it can be recognized that the first hold memory or the second hold memory has increased. Is transmitted, and determination result information (in this example, a symbol designating command and a variation category command) indicating whether or not a big hit or a small hit is obtained, and a determination result of the big hit type or the variation pattern type is transmitted. Then, the effect control microcomputer 100 executes a pre-reading notice effect for notifying that there is a possibility of a predetermined state (in this example, super reach) based on the determination result information. Further, the game control microcomputer 560 determines whether or not the variation display can be skipped when an operation by the player is detected during the variation display of the special symbol. (Skip point designation command in this example) is transmitted. Then, the production control microcomputer 100 skips the variable display to a predetermined skip point based on the information instructing the skip. Further, the game control microcomputer 560 determines whether or not the variable display can be skipped in a different manner depending on whether or not the execution of the pre-reading notice effect is determined. To send information. By doing so, since the variation time is shortened in a different manner depending on whether or not the execution of the pre-reading notice effect is decided, it is possible to perform control in which the notice effect and the function for reducing the variation time are related to each other. Can improve the interest of the game.

  Further, in this embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 has a different period during which the operation by the player can be detected during the special symbol variation display, depending on whether or not the execution of the pre-reading notice effect is determined. (See FIGS. 57 to 59). Specifically, when execution of the pre-reading notice effect is determined, the period during which an operation by the player can be detected is longer than when execution of the pre-reading notice effect is not determined. By doing so, when the execution of the pre-reading notice effect is decided, the period during which the operation can be performed becomes longer, and the player's feeling that it is desired to quickly execute the variable display that is the target of the pre-reading notice effect is suitably responded. be able to.

  Further, in this embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 does not set the skip enable flag when the prefetch flag is set and the advance notice hold memory counter is 0 (skip enable / disable determination process: (See FIG. 27). In other words, when the execution of the pre-reading notice effect is determined and the variable display is executed until a specific timing (for example, the timing of starting the variable display that is the target of the pre-reading notice effect), the specific timing Skipping is limited until the display result of the variable display that is the subject of the pre-reading notice effect is derived and displayed later. By doing so, it is possible to prevent erroneously skipping to the variable display that is the target of the pre-reading notice effect.

  In the above embodiment, execution of the pre-reading notice effect is determined in the case of the variation category 8 command, the variation category 23 command, or the variation category 26 command, but the variation category 8 command, the variation category 23 command, Different from the variation category 26, it is possible to adopt a configuration in which execution of a prefetch notice effect in a different mode is determined. That is, depending on whether the display result of the variable display is out of place (variable pattern type: super CA2-7) or big hit (variable pattern type: super CA3-3), the pre-reading notice effect in a different mode is executed. (For example, depending on whether the display result of the variation display is out of place or a big hit, “change in variation form at the time of symbol variation”, “mode transition”, “countdown”, or “change in reserved ball” Which of these will be executed in advance). Furthermore, in this case, it is possible to adopt a configuration in which skip points at the time of prefetching (see FIG. 6) according to the mode of the prefetching notice effect are set. For example, the skip point when execution of the pre-reading notice effect executed when the display result of the variable display is out of place is set when the reach is established, and the execution of the pre-reading notice effect executed when the big hit is made The skip point when it is determined can be set at the start of super reach. By doing so, the skip according to the aspect of the pre-reading notice effect can be performed, and the interest of the game can be improved.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, when an operation by the player is detected during the variation display of the special symbol, it is not limited to the control for skipping to the predetermined skip point of the variation display, but is subject to the advance notice of the pre-reading advance notice effect. It is possible to adopt a configuration in which control is performed to skip a plurality of variable displays until the timing at which the variable display is started. For example, in step S12606 of the special symbol variation processing, the game control microcomputer 560 continuously transmits a plurality of skip point designation commands according to a plurality of variation displays to be skipped, or skip points are subject to advance notice. This is realized by sending a skip designation command set at the start of the variable display. By doing so, since it is possible to skip to the variable display that is the target of the pre-reading notice effect at once when execution of the pre-reading notice effect is decided, the player's feeling that he wants to execute the variable display of the notification object as soon as possible Can be suitably met.

  In this embodiment, a case is shown in which the variable display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol is executed in the order of the start winning prizes of the first starting winning prize port 13 and the second starting winning prize port 14, for example, Regardless of the winning order, it may be configured to preferentially execute the variation display of the second special symbol as compared with the variation display of the first special symbol. Then, when the variable display of the second special symbol is preferentially executed in this way, instead of the start winning designation command and the combined pending memory number designation command as the pending memory information, the first reserved memory number or the second You may comprise so that the pending | holding memory number addition designation | designated command (1st pending | holding memory number addition designation | designated command or 2nd pending | holding memory number addition designation | designated command) which shows that the pending | holding memory number increased may be transmitted. That is, when a start winning is generated, a set of three commands, that is, a symbol designation command, a variable category command, and a reserved memory count addition designation command, may be transmitted collectively within one timer interrupt. Even in such a case, if the production control microcomputer 100 limits the execution of the pre-reading notice production based on having missed the reserved storage number addition designation command as the reserved storage information, Good. In this case, as the reserved memory information, the first reserved memory number addition designation command or the second reserved memory number addition that can recognize which of the first reserved memory and the second reserved memory has increased as described above. A designated command may be transmitted, and a first reserved memory number designation command in which the first reserved memory number is set as EXT data, or a second reserved memory number designation command in which the second reserved memory number is set as EXT data. You may make it transmit.

  In this embodiment, the management method of the prefetching advance notice setting restriction period is shown by using the prefetching advance notice setting restriction flag. However, the management method of the prefetching advance notice setting restriction period is shown in this embodiment. It can't be limited to things.

(1) For example, the timing for determining whether or not the prefetching notice setting restriction period is in effect without performing management using a flag such as the prefetching notice setting restriction flag (for example, step S6002 of the prefetching notice effect determination process) Or the command stored in all the storage areas 1 to 8 in the start winning command storage area every time the timing symbol variation start processing (step S8000 timing) is confirmed, and the command is missed or inconsistent. You may make it determine every time whether the thing of a state remains. If there is still a command that has been missed or inconsistent, it is determined that the pre-reading notice setting limit period is in effect, and the command is missing or inconsistent. If there is no thing, it may be determined that the prefetch notice setting limit period is not in effect.

(2) Further, for example, even when management using a flag such as the prefetching advance notice setting restriction flag is performed, the number of variable displays until the reserved memory that causes the prefetching notice setting restriction is exhausted. The counter is used for management, and it is determined that the reserved memory that caused the restriction on the prefetching notice setting has been exhausted, and the prefetching notice setting restriction flag is reset to end the prefetching notice setting restriction period. May be. In this case, for example, when the prefetching notice setting limit flag is set and the prefetching notice setting restriction period is started in step S6033 of the prefetching notice effect determination process, the current total number of pending storage is set in the counter, and each change display is performed. The counter value is decremented by one. When the value of the counter reaches 0, it is determined that the reserved memory that caused the prefetching notice setting restriction has been consumed, and the prefetching notice setting restriction flag is reset to end the prefetching notice setting restriction period. Good. In this case, if a command is missed or inconsistent before the prefetching notice setting restriction period starts after setting the prefetching notice setting restriction flag and before the prefetching notice setting restriction period, It is sufficient to reset the total pending storage number in the counter and extend the pre-reading notice setting limit period until the reserved memory corresponding to the missed command or the inconsistency generated later is exhausted.

  In the above embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 performs a pre-reading notice determination process and determines whether or not to execute the pre-reading notice effect. Therefore, it is possible to omit the configuration for determining whether or not to execute the pre-reading notice effect using the change category command in the effect control microcomputer.

  Further, in the above embodiment, control is performed to skip based on different conditions depending on whether or not execution of the prefetching notice effect is determined. For example, execution of the prefetching notice effect is decided. Depending on whether or not it is skipped, it may be controlled to perform different effects (for example, using different effects and sound effects) when simply skipping.

  Also, in this embodiment, when a big hit occurs, the probability change state (high probability state) is always controlled after the big hit game is finished, and a predetermined number of times (71 times in this example) after the big hit game ends. Although the case where it is applied to a gaming machine that ends the probability variation state (high probability state) based on the termination of the display is shown, the gaming machine to which the configuration shown in this embodiment can be applied is such a game. I can't stop at the machine. For example, this embodiment shows a game machine provided with a normal big hit that is controlled only in a high base state (short-time state) in addition to a probability big hit that is controlled to a promiscuous state after the big hit game ends as a big hit type. A configuration for setting and executing the prefetching notice effect or a configuration for restricting setting and execution of the prefetching notice effect may be applied. In this case, for example, when a probable big hit is made, the probable state may be controlled until the next big hit occurs while controlling to the probable state after the big hit game ends. In addition, when the big hit is normal, the high base state (time reduction state) is controlled after the big hit game ends, and the high base state is reached at the timing when the predetermined number of times (for example, 100 times) the change display is finished after the big hit game ends. (Time-short state) may be terminated. Further, in such a game machine, when it is configured to suddenly provide a probable big hit or small win, it is in a high base state in order to make it difficult to recognize whether or not it is controlled to a probable change state (high probability state). In some cases, when sudden odd-decision jackpots are suddenly reached, a high probability state is controlled and a high base state is maintained after the big hit game based on sudden odd-variable jackpots. In some cases, it is desirable to control only to the high probability state after the big hit game based on the sudden probability change big hit and not to control to the high base state (maintain the low base state).

  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 addition, the device configuration of the pachinko gaming machine 1, the data configuration, the processing shown in the flowchart, various presentation operations including the display operation of the presentation image on the screen of the image display device 5, etc. depart from the spirit of the present invention. Changes and modifications can be made arbitrarily without departing from the scope. In addition, the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to a payout type gaming machine that pays out a predetermined number of prize balls in response to detection of a winning ball, but responds to detection of a winning ball by enclosing the gaming ball. It can also be applied to enclosed game machines that give points and slot machines.

  The present invention can be applied to a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine, and in particular, based on establishment of a variable display start condition that allows the start of variable display after the game medium has passed through the first start area, A first variable display unit that variably displays a plurality of types of first identification information that can identify each of them, and a display result is derived and displayed, and after the game medium passes through the second start area, the start condition is satisfied. A first variable display unit or a second variable display unit, wherein the first variable display unit or the second variable display unit includes a second variable display unit that variably displays a plurality of types of second identification information that can be distinguished from each other, This is suitably applied to a gaming machine that shifts to a specific gaming state that is advantageous to the player when the specific display result is derived and displayed.

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 20 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 (4)

It performs a variable display, a control can be a game machine to an advantageous advantageous state for Yu technique's,
An operation detecting means capable of detecting a player's operation;
And pending memory means capable of storing as pending information information about the variable display that has not been started but not yet,
And decision means for determining whether or not to control the advantageous state,
And determining determination Priority determination means for determining whether or not the controlled advantageously state prior determination by said decision means,
Based on the determine the constant result of the determination Priority determination means, the variable display that is executed before the first variable display, and informational display determining means for determining whether to execute a prediction effect,
Based on the determination result of said decision means, and variable display period determining means for determining a row cormorants variable display period variable display,
Variable display executing means for deriving and displaying a display result of variable display when the variable display period determined by the variable display period determining means has elapsed,
The variable display execution means is based on the passage of the variable display period determined by the variable display period determination means based on the detection of the operation by the operation detection means during execution of the variable display that is not the target of the notice effect. Including a variable display period shortening means for deriving and displaying the display result of the variable display before,
The variable display time reduction means, said depending on whether or not running Then determine the announcement attraction by announcement effect determination unit, a game machine, characterized by shortening the variable display period in a different manner. The operation detecting means has a longer operation reception period when the player's operation can be detected when the notice effect is determined to be executed by the notice effect determining means than when the notice effect is not executed.
The gaming machine according to claim 1. The variable display period shortening means, when the variable display period is shortened to a specific timing when it is decided to execute the notice effect by the notice effect determining means, the variable display that is the target of the notice effect after the specific timing. Limit the shortening of the variable display period until the display result of is displayed
The gaming machine according to claim 1 or 2. The variable display period shortening means
The variable display period is shortened to the predetermined timing of the variable display based on the detection of the operation by the operation detection means during the execution of the variable display when it is not determined to execute the notification effect by the notification effect determining means. Is possible,
The variable display executed after the variable display based on the detection of the operation by the operation detection means during the execution of the variable display when it is determined by the notification effect determination means to execute the notification effect. The variable display period can be shortened until a predetermined timing.
The gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 3.

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