JP6184936B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine, and more particularly, to a gaming machine that performs variable display and can be controlled in an advantageous state advantageous to a player.

  Generally known as this type of gaming machine is an advantage that is advantageous to the player when the display result of the variable display (hereinafter also referred to as variable display) becomes the specific display result (big hit display result). There were things that could be controlled in the state (big hit gaming state).

  In such a gaming machine, there is a sub image display device that is provided separately from the main image display device, and performs a hold display with numbers on the screen of the sub image display device (Patent Document 1). In addition, on the screen of the sub image display device, there is a display in which the character throws a ball, and the display of the ball reaches the hold display on the main image display device to change the hold display. (Patent Document 2). In addition, there is a display in which an effect design is variably displayed on the screens of two sub image display devices, and an image is displayed across the two sub image display devices at a timing when the two sub image display devices are combined. (Patent Document 3).

JP 2014-144104 A JP2013-240381A JP, 2014-144124, A

  However, in the above-mentioned patent documents, it is difficult to understand the change of the hold display, and it is not sufficient to improve the interest.

  The present invention has been conceived in view of such circumstances, and an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of clarifying a change in hold display and improving the interest.

(1) A gaming machine (such as a pachinko gaming machine 1) that can be controlled in an advantageous state (big hit gaming state, etc.) advantageous for a player with a variable display,
First display means (main image display device 9 and the like) for performing variable display;
Reservation storage means (game control microcomputer 560, RAM 55, first reservation storage buffer, second reservation storage buffer, etc.) capable of storing information relating to variable display as reservation information;
A second display means (sub image display device 90 or the like) that is provided separately from the first display means and performs a hold display corresponding to the hold information;
Display control means for controlling the display of the first display means and the second display means (production control microcomputer 100, display control unit 104, S632, S635, S636, S639, S641, S642, etc. in FIG. 24);
Position control means (production control microcomputer 100, S634, S637, S640, S643, etc. in FIG. 24) for controlling the displacement of the second display means;
The display control means includes
According to the displacement of the position of the second display means by the position control means, it is possible to change the display mode of the hold display to a special mode that suggests being controlled to the advantageous state,
Even when the position of the second display means is not displaced, it is possible to change the display mode of the hold display to the special mode,
The first display means displays to indicate the number of the hold display.

According to such a configuration, the display mode of the hold display changes according to the displacement of the position of the second display means for performing the hold display, so that the change of the hold display can be clarified and the interest can be improved.
In the gaming machine (1),
A control board that is movable with the second display means and controls display by the second display means;
The control board may be provided with a noise suppression means in a signal input / output circuit.
In the gaming machine (1),
It further comprises operating means that can be operated by the player,
The position control means may perform control to displace the position of the second display means in accordance with an operation of the operation means.

(2) In the gaming machine of (1),
The display control means can display a plurality of hold displays on the second display means (eg, a plurality of hold displays can be displayed on the sub-image display device 90 as shown in FIG. 18), and the position control In accordance with the displacement of the position of the second display means by the means, a plurality of the hold displays are displayed in a uniform operation mode (as shown in FIG. 18B, the inclination of the sub-image display device 90 is adjusted). 24. S635, S641, etc. in FIG. 24 are operated uniformly, and the display mode of the specific hold display among a plurality of the hold displays is changed (as shown in FIG. 18C). The display mode of the specific hold display is changed, such as S636 and S642 in FIG.

  According to such a configuration, attention can be paid to the movement of a plurality of hold displays, and it can be noted which of the hold displays changes.

(3) In the gaming machine of (1) or (2),
When the display control means displays a plurality of the hold displays in a uniform operation mode, the display control means performs an effect display corresponding to the uniform operation mode (as shown in FIG. 18C). When the operation is performed by rolling uniformly, the effect 60 indicating the collision is displayed by colliding the holding display, etc.).

  According to such a configuration, the entertainment of the game can be improved by the effect display according to the uniform operation mode.

(4) In the gaming machine of any one of (1) to (3),
The display control unit is configured to display the hold display corresponding to the variation display when the variation display is started when the position control unit tilts the second display unit toward one side and when tilted toward the other side. (As shown in FIGS. 18 and 19, when the sub image display device 90 is rotated counterclockwise, the on-hold display is deleted in the normal winning order, and when the sub image display device 90 is rotated clockwise, a new display is made. For example, a display indicating that the winning hold display is deleted first).

According to such a configuration, attention can be paid to the digestion order of the hold display.
(5) In any of the gaming machines according to (1) to (4),
The position control means displaces the position of the second display means according to any one of a plurality of types of displacement modes (for example, displaces the position by rotating the sub image display device 90 counterclockwise or clockwise),
The degree of expectation varies depending on the displacement mode of the second display means (as shown in FIG. 20, the right rotation pattern is more easily selected at the time of big hit than at the time of loss).

  According to such a configuration, attention can also be paid to the displacement mode of the second display means.

(6) In any of the gaming machines according to (1) to (5),
A control board (such as a liquid crystal display control board in the sub-image display device 90 shown in FIG. 4) that is movable with the second display means and controls display by the second display means;
The control board includes noise suppression means (varistors 460, capacitors 462, bidirectional Zener diodes 464, 466, 474, ferrite beads 468, 470, capacitors 472, bidirectional Zeners in the liquid crystal display control board in the signal input / output circuit. A diode 474).

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to strengthen noise countermeasures in the displaceable second display means.

It is the front view which looked at the pachinko game machine from the front. It is a figure which shows a hit classification table. It is a block diagram which shows an example of the circuit structure in a main board (game control board) and an effect control board. It is a block diagram of the liquid crystal control board in a sub image display apparatus. It is explanatory drawing which shows each random number. It is explanatory drawing which shows the big hit determination table and the big hit classification determination table. It is a figure which shows the fluctuation pattern table used in order to determine a fluctuation pattern in a table format. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of an effect control command. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of the pending | holding storage buffer in the microcomputer for game control. It is a flowchart which shows a timer interruption process. It is a flowchart which shows a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows a starting port switch passage process. It is a flowchart which shows the effect process at the time of winning. It is a flowchart which shows a special symbol normal process. It is a flowchart which shows production control main processing. It is a flowchart which shows production control process processing. It is explanatory drawing which shows the data holding area by the side of a production control board, and the reception command buffer at the time of a start winning prize. It is explanatory drawing which shows a left rotation pattern holding | maintenance change production. It is explanatory drawing which shows a right rotation pattern holding | maintenance change production. It is a figure which shows a pending | holding change effect determination table in a table format. It is a figure which shows a pending | holding change timing determination table in a table format. It is a flowchart which shows prefetch notice processing. It is a flowchart which shows an effect design fluctuation start process. It is a flowchart which shows an effect setting process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the pending | holding change effect in 2nd Embodiment.

  Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. Although a pachinko gaming machine is shown as an example of a gaming machine, the present invention is not limited to a pachinko gaming machine, and may be another gaming machine such as a coin gaming machine or a slot machine. Any gaming machine that can be controlled to an advantageous state advantageous to the player when the result is obtained may be used.

[First Embodiment]
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. FIG. 2 is a hit type table.

  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 openable and closable. 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) installed to be openable and closable 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). In the pachinko gaming machine 1, a game is played by driving a game ball as a game medium into the game area.

  On the lower surface of the glass door frame 2 is a hitting ball supply tray (upper plate) 3. Below the hitting ball supply tray 3, there are provided an extra ball receiving tray 4 for storing game balls (game media) that cannot be accommodated in the hitting ball supply tray 3, a hitting operation handle (operation knob) 5 for firing the hitting ball, and the like. ing. 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 (game medium) that has been struck can flow down.

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

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

  In addition, although the example which provided the stick controller was shown as an operation means which a player can operate, it is not restricted to this, Other operation means, such as a mere push button, a lever switch, and a jog dial, are not limited to this. It may be provided.

  In the present embodiment, two image display devices that display images of various effects are provided. In the vicinity of the center of the game area 7, a main image display device 9 (hereinafter referred to as a main liquid crystal display) serving as a first display means capable of variably displaying (also referred to as variable display) effect symbols as a plurality of types of identification information that can be identified. Also called). In addition, a sub image display device 90 (hereinafter also referred to as a sub liquid crystal) serving as a second display unit is provided at a position at the upper center of the main image display device 9 so as to partially overlap in front of the main image display device 9. It has been. The sub image display device 90 as the second display means can be displaced in position by a drive motor 99 (see FIG. 3). On the right side of the main image display device 9 in the game area 7, a first special symbol display 8 a that variably displays a first special symbol as a plurality of types of identification information that can identify each, and a plurality of each that can be identified. A second special symbol display 8b that variably displays a second special symbol as the type of identification information is provided.

  Each of the first special symbol display device 8a and the second special symbol display device 8b is configured by a simple and small display device (for example, 7 segment LED) capable of variably displaying numbers and characters. The main image display device 9 is composed of a liquid crystal display device (LCD), and an effect symbol display area for performing effect variable display in synchronization with the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol is displayed on the display screen. Provided. In the effect symbol display area, a symbol display area for variably displaying, for example, three decorative (effect) effect symbols for left, middle, and right is formed.

  Each of the first special symbol display 8a and the second special symbol display 8b is controlled by a game control microcomputer mounted on a main board (game control board). The main image display device 9 and the sub image display device 90 are controlled by an effect control microcomputer mounted on the effect control board. When the variation display of the first special symbol is executed on the first special symbol display 8a, the effect display is executed on the main image display device 9 along with the variation display, and on the second special symbol display 8b. When the variation display of the second special symbol is being performed, the effect display is performed on the main image display device 9 along with the variation display, so that it is possible to easily grasp the progress of the game.

  When the jackpot display result (bonus symbol) as the specific display result is derived and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a, or the jackpot display result (jackpot symbol) as the specific display result is displayed on the second special symbol display 8b. When the derivation display is performed, the main image display device 9 also derives and displays the jackpot display result (combination of the jackpot symbol) as the specific display result. When the specific display result is displayed as the display result of the variable display in this manner, the specific game state (big hit game state) is controlled as an advantageous state to which a value (advantageous value) advantageous to the player is given.

  Further, in the main image display device 9, symbols other than the symbol that becomes the final stop symbol (for example, the middle symbol of the left and right middle symbols) continue for a predetermined time, and the jackpot symbol (for example, the left middle right symbol is aligned with the same symbol). In combination with the same symbol combination), stopped, swung, enlarged, reduced or deformed, or multiple symbols are synchronously displayed in the same symbol, or the positions of the symbols are switched. In other words, an effect that is performed in a state in which 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.

  Here, in the reach state, when the effect symbols stopped and displayed in the display area of the main image display device 9 constitute a part of the jackpot combination, the variation display of the effect symbols that have not been stopped yet is continued. Or a display state in which all or part of the effect symbols are synchronously displayed while constituting all or part of the jackpot combination. In other words, reach means a state in which identification information forms a specific display result in a plurality of variable display areas, but at least some of the variable display areas are in variable display. In this embodiment, the reach state is formed, for example, in a state where the same symbol is stopped in the left and right symbol display areas and the symbol is not stopped in the middle symbol display area. The symbols stopped in the left and right symbol display areas when the reach state is formed are called reach formation symbols or reach symbols.

  The display effect in the reach state is reach effect display (reach effect). In addition, during the reach, an unusual performance may be performed with a lamp or sound. This production is called reach production. Further, in the case of reach, a character (an effect display imitating a person or the like, which is different from a design (effect design, etc.)) or a display mode (for example, color) of the main image display device 9 is displayed. Etc.) may be changed. This change in character display and background display mode is called reach effect display. In addition, some reach is set so that when it appears, a big hit is likely to occur compared to a normal reach. Such a special reach is called super reach.

  On the right side of the main image display device 9, there is provided a first special symbol display (first variation display unit) 8a that variably displays a first special symbol as identification information that can identify each. The first special symbol display 8a is realized by a simple and small display (for example, 7 segment LED) capable of variably displaying special symbols such as numbers 0 to 9. Further, on the right side of the main image display device 9 (next to the right of the first special symbol display 8a), a second special symbol display (second display) that displays the second special symbols as identification information that can be distinguished from each other. 2 fluctuation display part) 8b 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 special symbols such as numbers 0 to 9.

  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 variation display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol, the first start condition or the second start condition, which is the execution condition of the variation display, 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) (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) Is started and a big hit game is not executed), and when a variable display time (variable time) elapses, a 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).

  Below the main image display device 9, a winning device having a first start winning port 13 is provided. 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. Accordingly, 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 apparatus 15 is in the closed state, it may be configured that the winning is possible (that is, it is difficult for the gaming ball to win) although it is difficult to win a prize. Hereinafter, the first start winning opening 13 and the second start winning opening 14 may be collectively referred to as a start winning opening or a starting opening.

  Above the second special symbol display 8b, there is a second special symbol hold memory display 18b comprising four displays for displaying the number of effective winning balls that have entered the second start winning opening 14, that is, the second reserved memory number. Is provided. The second special symbol storage memory display 18b increases the number of indicators to be lit by 1 every time there is an effective start winning. And whenever the fluctuation | variation display by the 2nd special symbol display 8b is started, the number of the indicators to light is reduced by one.

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

  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 port 13 and is detected by the first start port switch 13a, if the variation display of the first special symbol can be started (for example, the variation display of the special symbol ends, 1), the first special symbol display 8a starts the first special symbol variation display (variation), and the main image display device 9 starts the variation display of the effect symbol. That is, the change 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 condition that the first reserved memory number has not reached the upper limit value.

  When the game ball enters the second start winning port 14 and is detected by the second start port switch 14a, if the variation display of the second special symbol can be started (for example, the variation display of the special symbol ends, 2), the second special symbol display unit 8b starts the variation display (variation) of the second special symbol, and the main image display device 9 starts the variation display of the effect symbol. That is, the change 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.

  The main image display device 9 is used for decoration (for production) 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. ) Display the variation of the effect symbol as a symbol. The variation display of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display 8a and the variation display of the effect symbol on the main image display device 9 are synchronized. Further, the variation display of the second special symbol on the second special symbol display 8b and the variation display of the effect symbol on the main image display device 9 are synchronized. Further, when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a and when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display 8b, the main image display device 9 has an effect reminiscent of the jackpot. The combination of symbols is stopped and displayed.

  In the lower position on the display screen of the sub-image display device 90, a hold memory display unit (total hold memory display) for displaying the total number of the first hold memory number and the second hold memory number (total hold memory number). Part) 18c. In the total hold storage display unit 18c, the hold storage number can be specified by the display number of predetermined images as the hold storage display (by displaying the hold storage images one by one corresponding to each of the hold storage information. , The number of reserved storage is specified.) Is displayed. Thus, by providing the total pending storage display unit 18c that displays the total number, it is possible to easily grasp the total number of execution conditions that have not met the variable display start condition. In each of the first special symbol hold memory display 18a, the second special symbol hold memory display 18b, and the sub image display device 90, the light emission display and the image display for indicating the number of hold memories are the hold display, or This is called a hold memory display.

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

  In the big hit gaming state, repeated continuous control is performed in which the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 repeats an open state and a closed state. In the repeated continuation control, a state where the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 is opened is called a round. Thus, the repeated continuation control is also called round control. In the present embodiment, a plurality of types of jackpots are provided. When it is determined that a jackpot is to be made, one of the jackpot types is selected.

  On the left side of the main image display device 9, there is provided a normal symbol display 10 for variably displaying normal symbols that can be distinguished from each other. In this embodiment, the normal symbol display 10 is realized by a simple and small display (for example, 7 segment LED) that can display numbers 0 to 9 in a variable manner. That is, the normal symbol display 10 is configured so as to variably display numbers (or symbols) of 0 to 9. The small display is formed in a square shape, for example.

  When the game ball passes through the gate 32 and is detected by the gate switch 32a, the display variation of the normal symbol display 10 is started. When the stop symbol on the normal symbol display 10 is a predetermined symbol (a winning symbol, for example, a symbol “7”), the variable winning ball device 15 is closed in a disadvantageous state for a player for a predetermined number of times. To an open state advantageous to the player. 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. Then, each time the variable display of the normal symbol display 10 is started, the number of LEDs to be lit is reduced by one.

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

  In addition, a prepaid card unit (hereinafter also simply referred to as “card unit”) that enables lending a ball by inserting a prepaid card is installed adjacent to the pachinko gaming machine 1 (not shown).

  In the hit type table of FIG. 2, for each hit type in the big hit, the big hit probability after the end of the big hit gaming state, the base after the end of the big hit gaming state, the variable display time after the end of the big hit gaming state, the number of releases in the big hit (Number of rounds) and the opening time of each round are shown.

  Specifically, in the big hit gaming state, after the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 is in the open state, a predetermined open state end condition (a predetermined period (for example, 29 seconds) has elapsed in the open state, or When the predetermined number (for example, 10) of winning balls is generated, the closed state is established. When the opening end condition is satisfied, a continuation right is generated and the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 is opened again. The generation of the continuation right is repeated until the number of releases in the big hit gaming state reaches 15 rounds (final round), which is a predetermined upper limit value.

  Among the “big hits”, after being controlled to the big hit gaming state, the probability change state in which the probability of being determined as a big hit is higher than the normal state (the normal gaming state that is not the probability change state) as the special gaming state. The type (type) of jackpot that shifts to (an abbreviation for probability variation state, also referred to as high probability state) is called “probability jackpot”. In the present embodiment, the special gaming state is controlled to a time-short state in which the variation time (variation display period) of the special symbol or the production symbol is shortened from the non-time-short state in association with the probability variation state. There is. Note that the special gaming state may be controlled to the short time state independently of the probability variation state.

  In this way, by shifting to the short-time state, the change display time of the special symbol and the production symbol is shortened. Therefore, when the short-time state is reached, an effective start winning is likely to occur and a big hit game may be performed. Will increase.

  Note that the type of jackpot (type) that does not shift to the probability change state after being controlled to the 15-round jackpot gaming state among the “hits” is called “ordinary jackpot”.

  In addition, as the special game state, the frequency of the game ball entering the variable prize ball device 15 is increased by increasing the frequency at which the variable prize ball device 15 is opened in association with the probability change state. There is a case where it is controlled to an electric chew support control state that facilitates winning (higher approach, higher frequency) to the device 15.

  Here, electric Chu support control will be described. As electric Chu support control, normal symbol variation display time (time from the start of variation display until display result derivation display time) is shortened and the display result is derived and displayed early (normal symbol shortening control), normal Control for increasing the probability that a symbol that is stopped is a winning symbol (normal symbol probability changing control), control for increasing the opening time of the variable winning ball device 15 (opening time extension control), and the number of times the variable winning ball device 15 is released Control to increase (opening frequency increase control) is performed. When such control is performed, the time ratio during which the variable winning ball device 15 is open is higher than when the control is not performed. As a result, the game ball is likely to start and win (the special symbol display devices 8a and 8b and the main image display device 9 are more likely to satisfy the variable display execution condition). Further, by increasing the winning frequency to the second starting winning port 14 by such control, a gaming state is achieved in which the frequency of establishment of the second starting condition and / or the frequency of execution of the variable display of the second special symbol is increased.

  The state in which the winning frequency to the second start winning opening 14 is increased by such electric Chu support control (high frequency state) is the number of game balls to be paid out as prize balls according to the winning with respect to the number of shot balls. Since the ratio “base” is higher than when the control is not performed, it is called “high base state”. Further, when such control is not performed, it is called a “low base state”. Such control is control for facilitating winning in the variable winning ball apparatus 15 by supporting the winning with the variable winning ball apparatus 15, that is, the electric tulip, and is referred to as “electric chew support control”.

  In this embodiment, “high probability state (probability variation state)” and “low probability state (non-probability variation state)” are used as terms indicating the state of jackpot probability, and terms indicating a combination of base states are used. , “High base state (electric Chu support control state)” and “low base state (non-electric Chu support control state)” are used.

  Further, in this embodiment, as a term indicating a combination of the state of the big hit probability and the base state, “low accuracy low base state”, “low accuracy high base state”, and “high accuracy high base state” are used. Use. The “low probability low base state” is a state indicating that the state of the big hit probability is the low probability state and the base state is the low base state. The “low probability high base state” is a state indicating that the state of the big hit probability is the low probability state and the base state is the high base state. The “high probability high base state” is a state indicating that the state of the big hit probability is the high probability state and the base state is the high base state.

  As shown in FIG. 2, as the big hit of 15 rounds, a plurality of types of big hits, a normal big hit and a probable big hit, are provided.

  The normal jackpot is a jackpot that is controlled to the non-probability changing state, the time-short state, and the electric chew support control state (low-accuracy high-base state) after the end of the 15-round jackpot gaming state. The probability variation jackpot is a jackpot in which control is performed to shift to the probability variation state, the short time state, and the electric chew support control state (high probability high base state) after the end of the 15-round jackpot gaming state. In the probability variation big hit, the probability variation state, the short time state, and the electric support support control state, whichever is earlier, the condition that the fluctuation display is executed a predetermined number of times of 100 times or the condition until the next big hit occurs. It continues for a period until the other condition is satisfied. The number of times of variable display in which the time reduction state continues is also referred to as the time reduction number. Note that the probability variation state may not be terminated until the next normal big hit occurs.

  Also, in normal big hits, whichever is faster, the condition that the short-time state and the electric chew support control state are executed a predetermined number of times that the fluctuation display is 100 times or the condition that the next big hit occurs It continues for the period until this condition is satisfied. The normal big hit may be controlled so as to become a big hit controlled in a non-probability changing state, a non-time-short state, and a non-electricity chew support control state (low probability low base state).

  FIG. 3 is a block diagram showing an example of the circuit configuration of the main board (game control board) and the effect control board. FIG. 3 also shows the payout control board 37 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 a 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. The game control microcomputer 560 is a one-chip microcomputer in which a ROM 54 and a RAM 55 are built. The game control microcomputer 560 further includes a random number circuit 503 that generates hardware random numbers (random numbers generated by the hardware circuit).

  The RAM 55 is a backup RAM as a non-volatile storage means, part or all of which is backed up by a backup power source created on the power supply substrate 910. That is, even if the power supply to the gaming machine is stopped, a part or all of the contents of the RAM 55 is stored for a predetermined period (until the capacitor as the backup power supply is discharged and the backup power supply cannot be supplied). In particular, at least data (special symbol process flag, etc.) 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.

  In the game control microcomputer 560, the CPU 56 executes control in accordance with a program stored in the ROM 54. Therefore, 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 make a big hit based on the display result of the special symbol variation display. The random number circuit 503 updates the numerical data according to the 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 generates the random data at random timing. Based on the fact that the starting winning time is the time of reading (extracting) the numerical data, it has a random number generation function in which the read numerical data becomes a random value. Further, the game control microcomputer 560 has a function of setting an initial value of numerical data updated by the random number circuit 503.

  Further, an input driver circuit 58 that provides detection signals from the gate switch 32a, the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a, and the count switch 23 to the game control microcomputer 560 is also mounted on the main board 31. Also, 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 according to a command from the game control microcomputer 560 is also provided. It is mounted on the substrate 31.

  Further, the game control microcomputer 560 includes a first special symbol display 8a, a second special symbol display 8b, which variably displays special symbols, a normal symbol display 10, which 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.

  The effect control board 80 includes an effect control CPU 101 that performs a control operation in accordance with a program, a ROM 102 that stores an effect control program and fixed data, a RAM 103 that provides a work area for the effect control CPU 101, and a main image display device. 9. A display control unit 104 for executing processing for determining the control content of the display operation in the sub image display device 90, an I / O port unit 105, and the like are mounted. In addition, the effect control board 80 is equipped with a random number circuit that updates numerical data indicating random numbers independently of the effect control CPU 101. The effect control board 80 is also connected to wiring for transmitting a predetermined drive command signal to the motor drive circuit 98 for driving the drive motor 99 for operating the sub-image display device 90.

  The display control unit 104 includes a VDP (Video Display Processor), a main display system output unit MK, and a sub display system output unit SK (not shown). In addition, CGROM (Character Generator ROM), VRAM (Video RAM), an LCD drive circuit, and the like may be mounted in the display control unit 104 (not shown). The VDP performs display control of the main image display device 9 and the sub image display device 90 in cooperation with the effect control microcomputer 100.

  In the VDP, a main display system output unit MK to which a data signal of main image data displayed on the main image display device 9 is transmitted, and a data signal of image data for output displayed on the sub image display device 90 are transmitted. It has two signal output lines with the sub display system output unit SK. Of these two signal output lines, the main display system output unit MK is connected to a liquid crystal control board in the main image display device 9, and a signal output from the VDP via the liquid crystal control board is the main image display apparatus. 9 is input to the liquid crystal panel. The sub display system output unit SK is connected to a liquid crystal control board in the sub image display device 90, and a signal output from the VDP is input to the liquid crystal panel in the sub image display device 90 through the liquid crystal control board. The

  The effect control microcomputer 100 provides an effect control command for instructing effect contents from the game control microcomputer 560 via the relay board 77 that allows signals to pass only in one direction from the main board 31 to the effect control board 80. In addition to performing variable display control of the main image display device 9 and the sub image display device 90, the display control of the frame LED 28 provided on the frame side is performed via the lamp driver substrate 35, and the audio output substrate Various effects are controlled, such as controlling the sound output from the speaker 27 via 70.

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

  The ROM 102 mounted on the effect control board 80 stores various data tables used for controlling the effect operation, in addition to the effect control program. For example, the ROM 102 includes a plurality of determination tables prepared for the effect control CPU 101 to perform various determinations, determinations, and settings, table data constituting the determination table, pattern data configuring various effect control patterns, and the like. It is remembered. The effect control pattern is, for example, effect control execution data (display control data, sound control data, lamp control data, operation detection control data, sub-image display device movement control data, etc.) associated with the effect control process timer determination value or the end Consists of process data including code. The RAM 103 mounted on the effect control board 80 stores various data used for controlling the effect operation.

  The effect control CPU 101 mounted on the effect control board 80 generates various commands. For example, the effect control CPU 101 outputs a movement control command to the motor drive circuit 98 mounted on the sub image display device 90 in order to move the sub image display device 90. The motor drive circuit 98 drives the drive motor 99 (stepping motor) mounted on the sub image display device 90 according to the movement control command, and moves the sub image display device 90. The sub image display device 90 is equipped with a stepping motor for rotating the sub image display device 90 clockwise or counterclockwise with respect to the main image display device 9.

  Further, for example, the effect control CPU 101 determines the contents to be displayed by the main image display device 9 and the sub image display device 90, and outputs a display control command to the display control unit 104 according to the determination. The display control unit 104 mounted on the effect control board 80 determines the control content of the display operation in the main image display device 9 and the sub image display device 90 based on the display control command from the effect control CPU 101, and stores the image data. Generate. For example, the display control unit 104 executes variable display of decorative symbols and various effects display by determining the switching timing of effect images to be displayed on the display screens of the main image display device 9 and the sub image display device 90. Control to make it happen.

  The I / O port unit 105 mounted on the effect control board 80 is for transmitting various signals to the outside of the effect control board 80 and an input port for taking in the effect control command transmitted from the main board 31 or the like, for example. Output port. For example, from the output port of the I / O port unit 105, a command (effect sound signal) transmitted to the sound output board 70, a command (electric signal) transmitted to the lamp driver board 35, and the motor drive circuit 98 A command (drive control signal) transmitted to the sub image display device 90, a command (display control signal) transmitted to the sub image display device 90, and the like are output.

  With the configuration as described above, the effect control CPU 101 causes the effect image to be displayed in the display areas of the main image display device 9 and the sub image display device 90 via the display control unit 104. Further, the effect control CPU 101 controls the speaker 27 via the audio output board 70 to output sound, causes the frame LED 28 and the like to be turned on / off via the lamp driver board 35, and the display control unit. An effect image is displayed on the display area of the main image display device 9 and the sub image display device 90 via 104, or the drive motor 99 is driven via the motor drive circuit 98 to move the sub image display device 90. In this way, various effects are executed.

  FIG. 4 is a configuration diagram of a liquid crystal control board in the sub image display device 90. As shown in FIG. 4, the connector 402 is connected to the sub display system output unit SK via a harness. The connector 402 is a connector to which a signal line for outputting a control signal of a liquid crystal control board in the sub image display device 90 is connected.

  An IC 404 is connected to the connector 402 via a signal line. The connector 402 is connected to one end of signal lines 422, 424, 426 and the like. An IC 406 is connected to the other ends of the signal lines 424 and 426.

  A power supply voltage signal (VDD) signal is transmitted to the signal line 422. A varistor 460 for noise suppression and a capacitor 462 are connected in parallel between the signal line 422 and GND. The varistor 460 has a low resistance value when a voltage having an absolute value equal to or larger than a predetermined value is applied to the signal line 422 as noise, and removes noise when current flows. When the voltage applied to the signal line 422 changes, the capacitor 462 flows a current and removes noise that is an AC component.

  A V-by-One (registered trademark) signal (+) that is a data signal is transmitted to the signal line 424, and a V-by-One signal (−) that is a data signal is transmitted to the signal line 426. . A bidirectional Zener diode 464 for noise suppression is connected between the signal line 424 and the ground (GND), and a bidirectional Zener diode 466 for noise suppression is connected between the signal line 426 and GND. ing. The bidirectional Zener diode 464 removes the noise when a voltage having an absolute value greater than or equal to a predetermined value is applied to the signal line 424 as noise. Similarly, in the bidirectional Zener diode 466, when a voltage having an absolute value equal to or greater than a predetermined value is applied to the signal line 426 as noise, current flows and the noise is removed.

  Further, a part of the signal line 424 passes through the cylindrical ferrite bead 468 for noise suppression, and a part of the signal line 470 passes through the cylindrical ferrite bead 470 for noise suppression. ing. When a current flows through the signal line 424, a magnetic flux is generated in the ferrite bead 468. Thereby, the ferrite bead 468 functions as an inductor and removes noise. Similarly, when a current flows through the signal line 426, a magnetic flux is generated in the ferrite bead 470. Thereby, the ferrite bead 470 functions as an inductor and removes noise.

  Further, a signal line 428 is connected to the IC 404. A reset control signal (RESX) that is a signal for forcibly resetting the image after the image is drawn on the liquid crystal panel is transmitted to the signal line 428. A noise suppressing capacitor 472 is connected between the signal line 428 and GND. When the voltage applied to the signal line 428 changes, the capacitor 472 flows a current and removes noise that is an AC component.

  In addition, four signal lines 430 are connected to the IC 406. A signal group for driving the liquid crystal panel is transmitted to the four signal lines 430. A group of signals for driving the liquid crystal panel includes a dot clock signal, a data enable signal (DE), a vertical synchronization signal (VSYNC), and a horizontal synchronization signal (HSYNC). A bidirectional Zener diode 474 for noise suppression is connected between each of the four signal lines 430 and GND. The bidirectional Zener diode 474 removes the noise when a voltage having an absolute value greater than or equal to a predetermined value is applied as noise to the signal line 430 connected thereto.

  As described above, for example, the varistor 460, the capacitor 462, the bidirectional Zener diodes 464, 466, 474, and the ferrite beads in the liquid crystal display control board are connected to the signal input / output circuit on the liquid crystal display control board in the sub-image display device 90. Since noise suppression means such as 468, 470, capacitor 472, and bidirectional Zener diode 474 are provided, noise countermeasures in the displaceable sub-image display device 90 can be strengthened.

FIG. 5 is an explanatory diagram showing each random number. Each random number is used as follows.
(1) Random R: A random counter for hit determination for determining whether or not to make a big hit. Random R is updated one by one at 10 MHz, is added and updated from 0, and is added and updated to its upper limit of 65535, and then is added and updated again from 0. (2) Random 1 (MR1): Determines the type of jackpot (any type of type, normal jackpot or probability variation jackpot) and jackpot symbol (for jackpot type determination, jackpot symbol determination). (3) Random 2 (MR2): The type (type) of the variation pattern is determined (for variation pattern type determination). (4) Random 3 (MR3): A variation pattern (variation display time) is determined (for variation pattern determination). (5) Random 4 (MR4): Determines whether or not to generate a hit based on the normal symbol (for normal symbol hit determination). (6) Random 5 (MR5): An initial value of random 4 is determined (for determining a random 4 initial value).

  In this embodiment, the big hit that is the specific gaming state includes a plurality of types, that is, a normal big hit and a probable big hit. Therefore, when the big hit is determined, the big hit type is determined as one of these big hit types based on the value of the big hit type determination random number (random 1). Furthermore, when the type of jackpot is determined, the jackpot symbol is also determined based on the value of the jackpot type determination random number (random 1) at the same time. Therefore, random 1 is also a jackpot symbol determining random number.

  In addition, the variation pattern is first determined using the variation pattern type determination random number (random 2), and is included in the determined variation pattern type using the variation pattern determination random number (random 3). To determine the variation pattern. 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. One or more variation patterns belong to the variation pattern type.

  In this embodiment, in the case of a normal big hit and a probable big hit, the fluctuation patterns are classified into a normal reach fluctuation pattern type with normal reach and a super reach fluctuation pattern type with super reach. Such variation pattern types are selected at a predetermined rate. Further, in the case of a deviation, it is classified into a normal variation pattern type that is a variation pattern type without reach, a normal reach variation pattern type, and a super reach variation pattern type.

  In such a variation pattern type, when the display result is out of place, the selection ratio of the variation pattern type is different between the time-short state and the time-short state when not in the time-short state (compared to the time-short state and not the time-short state). Therefore, the rate of selection of variation pattern types with a short variation display time, such as normal variation pattern types, is set to be high). Thus, the fluctuation display time is shortened.

  In addition, such a variation pattern type is set so that the selection ratio is different when the number of reserved memories of each special symbol that displays variation is greater than or equal to a predetermined number and when it is less than the predetermined number, When the number of reserved symbols for each special symbol for variable display is greater than or equal to a predetermined number, the number of reserved symbols for each special symbol is less than the predetermined number. You may make it do. For example, in the hold number shortening control state, the ratio of selecting a variation pattern type having a short variation display time, such as a normal variation pattern type, is set to be higher than in a case where the hold number shortening control state is not set. The average time of the variable display time may be shorter than that in the non-holding number shortening control state. In the hold number reduction control, the change display time itself of the change pattern type may be shortened even when the same change pattern type is selected as compared to the case where the hold number reduction control state is not set.

  The variation pattern may be a one-step determination method in which the variation pattern is determined by one random number lottery, instead of the two-step determination method of determining the variation pattern after determining the variation pattern type.

  FIG. 6 is an explanatory diagram showing a jackpot determination table and a jackpot type determination table. FIG. 6A 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 (non-probability change) jackpot determination table used in a normal state (a gaming state that is not a probability change state, that is, a non-probability change state), and a probability change jackpot determination table used in a probability change state.

  Each numerical value described in the left column of FIG. 6 (A) is set as a big hit determination value in the normal jackpot determination table, and is described in the right column of FIG. 6 (A) in the probability change big hit determination table. Each value is set as a big hit judgment value. The jackpot judgment value set in the jackpot judgment table at the time of probability change is the jackpot judgment value common to the jackpot judgment value set in the normal jackpot judgment table (referred to as the normal jackpot judgment value or the first jackpot judgment value). Due to the addition of the unique jackpot judgment value, a larger number (10 times the number of jackpot judgment values) than the probability change jackpot judgment table (referred to as the jackpot judgment value or the second jackpot judgment value at the time of probability change) is set. . As a result, the probability variation state is determined to be a big hit with a higher probability than the normal state.

  The CPU 56 extracts the count value of the random number circuit 503 at a predetermined time and compares the extracted value with the value of the jackpot determination random number (random R). The jackpot determination random number value is shown in FIG. If it matches any of the jackpot determination values shown, it is decided to make a big jackpot (normal jackpot or probable big hit) for the special symbol. Note that “probability” shown in FIG. 6A indicates the probability (ratio) of a big hit.

  FIGS. 6B and 6C are explanatory diagrams showing a jackpot type determination table stored in the ROM 54. FIG. 6 (B) shows a case where the jackpot type is determined by using the holding memory (also referred to as the first holding memory) based on the game ball having won the first start winning opening 13 (the variation display of the first special symbol is displayed). 1 is a first special symbol jackpot type determination table (for the first special symbol) used when FIG. 6 (C) shows a case where the jackpot type is determined by using a holding memory (also referred to as a second holding memory) based on the game ball having won the second start winning opening 14 (the second special symbol variation display is displayed). It is a 2nd special symbol jackpot type determination table used when it is performed.

  Each of the special symbol jackpot type determination tables in FIG. 6B and FIG. 6C is a random number (random 1) for determining the jackpot type when it is determined that the variable display result is a jackpot symbol. Based on the above, the type of jackpot is determined as either “normal jackpot” or “probability jackpot” and is also referred to in determining the jackpot symbol.

  In the first special symbol jackpot type determination table of FIG. 6B, there are numerical values to be compared with random 1 values, which are judgment values corresponding to each of “normal jackpot” and “probability variation jackpot” (jackpot type judgment). Value) is set. The second special symbol jackpot type determination table of FIG. 6C is a numerical value to be compared with a random 1 value, and corresponding to each of “normal jackpot” and “probability big hit” (hit type determination) Value) is set.

  Further, as shown in FIGS. 6B and 6C, the big hit type determination value is also used as a determination value (big hit symbol determination value) for determining the big hit symbol of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. The determination value corresponding to “normal jackpot” is also set as the determination value corresponding to “3” of the jackpot symbol of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. The determination value corresponding to “probable big hit” is also set as the determination value corresponding to “7” of the big hit symbol of the first special symbol and the second special symbol.

  Using such a jackpot type determination table, the CPU 56 determines the type corresponding to the jackpot type determination value with which the random 1 value is matched as the jackpot type, and the jackpot with which the value of random 1 is matched as the jackpot symbol. Determine the design. Thereby, the jackpot type and the jackpot symbol corresponding to the jackpot type are determined at the same time.

  It should be noted that the first special symbol jackpot type determination table in FIG. 6B and the second special symbol jackpot type determination table in FIG. 6C have the same ratio determined for probability variation jackpots. In such a case, the big hit type determination table may not be divided between the first special symbol and the second special symbol. Also, the jackpot type allocation may be different. For example, the second special symbol jackpot type determination table in FIG. 6C may have a higher ratio determined for probability variation jackpots than the first special symbol jackpot type determination table in FIG. 6B. . By doing so, the variation display of the second special symbol can be more likely to be a big hit than the variation display of the first special symbol. In addition, the first special symbol jackpot type determination table may be set to have a higher ratio determined for the probability variation jackpot than the second special symbol jackpot type determination table.

  Next, a variation pattern table used to select and determine the variation pattern of the special symbol and the effect symbol in the game control microcomputer 560 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 7 is a diagram showing a variation pattern table used for determining the variation pattern in a tabular format.

  The determination table shown in FIG. 7 includes a variation pattern type determination table that indicates the relationship between the random 2 and the variation pattern type, and a variation pattern determination table that indicates the relationship between the random 3 and the variation patterns belonging to various types for each variation pattern type. Including.

  In the column of “variation pattern type” or “variation pattern” in each table of FIG. 7, “normal” or “normal variation” indicates a normal variation pattern that does not reach.

  Further, “normal reach” in each table of FIG. 7 indicates a fluctuation pattern of normal reach that does not perform a particularly flashy effect when the reach state is reached. “Super Reach” indicates a variation pattern for performing a reach effect in which a special effect image is displayed when the reach state is reached.

  Further, as described above, “super reach” is a variation pattern in which the ratio selected when a big hit is higher than that of “normal reach” is high, and the reliability of the big hit is high. Furthermore, “super reach” is a variation pattern in which the variation time is longer than that of “normal reach” (for example, normal reach 10 seconds, super reach 30 seconds). Note that the codes A and B for normal reach and the codes A and B for super reach indicate the type of reach production, and the relationship is “normal reach A <normal reach B <super reach A <super reach B”. It shows that the big hit expectation is high.

  The “expectation” is a concept including an expectation for jackpot, an expectation for probability change, and the like. Specifically, the degree of expectation (also referred to as reliability) for the big hit is an expectation degree (a ratio to be a big hit) when each reach fluctuation pattern is selected. For example, reach fluctuation is performed 100 times. If the number of hits is 60 times, the degree of expectation for the big hit is 60% (the appearance rate (probability) that the big hit appears is 60%). In addition, the degree of expectation for probability variation refers to the degree of expectation (proportion of probability variation) that shifts to the probability variation state.

  “Out of” is a variation pattern in which the final display result of the variation display is a “out of” display result. “Normal jackpot” is a variation pattern in which the final display result of the variation display becomes a display result of “ordinary jackpot”. “Probability variation jackpot” is a variation pattern in which the final display result of the variation display becomes the display result of “probability variation big hit”.

  Based on these pieces of information, for example, the variation pattern “Super reach A out of range (30 seconds)” shown in the column of “variation pattern” is “ It is shown that this is a “variation pattern”.

  In the table of “Random 2 range” and “Variation pattern type” in the table of FIG. 7, the function as a variation pattern type determination table section showing the relationship between “Random 2 range” and “Variation pattern type” is shown. It is a column to show. For example, taking FIG. 7A as an example, there are a plurality of random 2 (1-251) values for each of a plurality of variation pattern types such as “normal”, “normal reach”, and “super reach”. It is divided into numerical ranges. For example, taking FIG. 7A as an example, if the value of random 2 extracted at a predetermined timing matches one of the determination values assigned to 140 to 229 among the random values of 1 to 251. Then, it is determined that the variation pattern type is “normal reach”.

  In the table of FIG. 7, “Random 3 range” and “Fluctuation pattern” are described as a variation pattern determination table unit that indicates the relationship between “Random 3 range” and “Variation pattern”. It is a column. The variation patterns shown corresponding to each type of variation pattern type determination table are variation patterns belonging to each type. For example, taking FIG. 7 (a) as an example, the variation patterns belonging to the type of “normal reach” are “normal reach A miss” and “normal reach B miss”.

  All values of random 3 (1-220) are assigned to a plurality of numerical ranges in each of a plurality of variation patterns corresponding to each variation pattern type. For example, taking FIG. 7A as an example, when it is determined that the variation pattern type of “normal reach” is selected, random numbers 3 extracted at a predetermined timing are 1 to 220 random numbers 1 to 220. If it matches any numerical value of the determination value assigned to 140, it is determined that the fluctuation pattern is a fluctuation pattern of “normal reach A miss (10 seconds)”.

  When the variation display result for the first special symbol or the second special symbol is off, the determination table is selected as follows to determine the variation pattern. In the non-short-time state, when the fluctuation display result is out of place, the normal state out-of-state determination table in FIG. 7A is selected. On the other hand, when the variable display result is out of time in the time reduction state, the time reduction state determination table in FIG. 7B is selected. It should be noted that by using the determination tables of FIGS. 7A and 7B, the reach ratio is constant when the normal state is deviated and when the short time state is deviated regardless of the number of holds.

  In addition, when the variation display result is a big hit for the first special symbol or the second special symbol regardless of whether the time is short or not, the determination table is selected as follows in order to determine the variation pattern. When the fluctuation display result is a normal big hit, the normal big hit determination table of FIG. 7C is selected. When the fluctuation display result is a probable big hit regardless of whether the time is short or not, the probable big hit determination table of FIG. 7D is selected.

  The time fluctuation state determination table of FIG. 7B is a normal fluctuation whose fluctuation time is shorter than the reach fluctuation (including normal reach fluctuation and super reach fluctuation) compared to the normal state deviation time determination table of FIG. (Non-reach deviation fluctuation (variation that results in deviation display instead of reach)) is high, and the data is determined so that the percentage that is determined to reach fluctuation with longer fluctuation time than normal fluctuation is low. Is set. Further, as a fluctuation pattern of normal fluctuation, a fluctuation pattern having a shorter fluctuation time is set in the time-short state deviation determination table of FIG. 7B compared to the normal state deviation time determination table of FIG. 7A. .

  As a result, compared to the non-time-short state (normal state), the rate of change in the short-time state is higher in the time-short state, so the time-short state is the non-time-short state. The change display is performed with a change time shorter than that in the mean time. By selecting the determination table in this way, the time saving state can be realized. In addition, by setting the normal fluctuation so that the fluctuation time is shorter in the time-short state than in the non-time-short state, it is possible to shorten the pending digestion during the time-short state.

  In addition, in the determination tables of FIG. 7A and FIG. 7B that are selected when there is a deviation, the selection ratio of the reach type is selected so as to be “normal reach> super reach”. Data is set in. On the other hand, in the determination tables of FIG. 7C and FIG. 7D that are selected when a big win is reached, the selection ratio of the reach type is selected with a level relationship of “normal reach <super reach”. Data is set as follows. As a result, the percentage of super reach reach production (the percentage of super reach reach production when a reach is selected) is higher when a big hit is made than when it is a loss. By performing the reach production, the player's expectation can be enhanced.

  In addition, the determination table shown in FIG. 7D selected when the big hit is a probable big hit has a normal reach compared to the determination table shown in FIG. 7C selected when the big hit is a normal big hit. On the other hand, the data is set so that the ratio of selecting the type of super reach production is high. As a result, when the probability is a big hit, the ratio of the reach reach of the super reach (the ratio of the reach reach of the super reach when the reach is selected) is higher than the case of the normal big win. By performing the reach of reach, it is possible to increase the player's expectation for a promising big hit.

  Note that such a variation pattern is obtained when the total number of reserved storage (total value) of the first special symbol and the second special symbol that display variation is greater than or equal to a predetermined number (for example, the total number of reserved storage is 3 or more). By setting the selection ratio to be different from when the number is less than the predetermined number, when the total number of pending storage is greater than or equal to the predetermined number, the variation time is longer than when the total number of pending storage is less than the predetermined number It is also possible to execute the hold number shortening control for shortening. However, the expectation for reach can be maintained by keeping the ratio of reach (including normal reach and super reach) constant even under the condition that the hold number shortening control is executed (for example, the total number of stored holds is 3 or more). In addition, among the reach, only the super reach B may not be shortened, and the hold time reduction control may be executed. Furthermore, the short time control of the number of holdings may be executable by selecting a high rate of normal fluctuation with a short fluctuation time, or may be executable by shortening the fluctuation time of each fluctuation pattern itself, The combination may be used.

  Note that when the hold number reduction control is executed, it is only necessary not to execute the hold change effect for the variation pattern in which the hold number reduction control is executed in the prefetch notice process described later.

  FIG. 8 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the contents of the effect control command transmitted by the game control microcomputer 560. As shown in FIG. 8, the game control microcomputer 560 transmits various effect control commands to the effect control microcomputer 100 in accordance with the game control state.

  Main commands in FIG. 8 will be described. 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 main image display device 9 in response to the variation display of the special symbol (each to the variation pattern XX). Correspondence). That is, when a unique number is assigned to each variation pattern that can be used as shown in FIG. 7, there is a variation pattern command corresponding to each variation pattern specified by that 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 CPU 101 controls the main image display device 9 to start the variable display of effect symbols.

  Commands 8C01 (H) to 8C03 (H) are display result designation commands indicating whether or not to make a big hit and the type of big hit.

  The command 8D01 (H) is a first symbol variation designation command indicating that the variation display of the first special symbol is started. Command 8D02 (H) is a second symbol variation designation command indicating that the variation display of the second special symbol is started. The command 8F00 (H) is a command (design determination designation command) for designating to end the variation of the first and second special symbols.

  The commands A001 to A002 (H) are jackpot start designation commands for designating the start of the jackpot gaming state for each jackpot type (normal jackpot or probability variation jackpot).

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

  The commands A301 to A302 (H) are jackpot end designation commands for designating the end of the jackpot gaming state for each jackpot type (normal jackpot or probability variation jackpot).

  Command A 401 (H) is a first start winning designation command for designating that the first starting win has been received. Command A 402 (H) is a second start winning designation command for designating that there has been a second start winning.

  Command B000 (H) is a normal state designation command for designating that the gaming state is a normal state (low probability state). Command B001 (H) is a short time state designation command for designating that the gaming state is the short time state (high base state). Command B002 (H) is a probability variation state designation command for designating that the gaming state is a probability variation state (high probability state).

  The command C0XX (H) is a total pending storage number designation command for designating the total number (total pending storage count) of the first pending storage count and the second pending storage count. “XX” in the command C0XX (H) indicates the total pending storage number. Command C100 (H) is an effect control command (total pending storage count subtraction designation command) that designates that 1 is added to the total pending storage count. In this embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 transmits a total pending memory count subtraction designation command when subtracting the total pending memory count, but does not use the total pending memory count 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, a case is shown in which a combined pending storage number designation command for designating the combined pending storage number is transmitted as a command for designating the reserved storage count. 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.

  The command C2XX (H) and the command C3XX (H) are the results of winning determination results such as jackpot determination, jackpot type determination, variation pattern type determination, etc. at the time of starting winning to the first start winning opening 13 or the second starting winning opening 14. This is an effect control command indicating the contents. Of these, the command C2XX (H) is a symbol designating command indicating whether or not the winning determination result is a big hit and the determination result of the type of big hit. The command C3XX (H) is a variation type command that indicates a determination result (variation pattern type determination result) of which determination value range the random value for variation pattern type determination among the winning determination results. It is.

  In this embodiment, in the winning effect processing (see FIG. 13), which will be described later, the game control microcomputer 560 determines whether or not it will win a big win at the start winning, the value of the big hit type, and the random number for determining the variation pattern type. Is within which range of determination values. Then, in the EXT data of the symbol designating command, a value for designating the big hit and a value for designating the type of the big win are set, and control for transmission to the production control microcomputer 100 is performed. Further, a value for designating a range of a judgment value as a judgment result of the fluctuation pattern type is set in the EXT data of the fluctuation type command, and control to transmit to the production control microcomputer 100 is performed. In this embodiment, the production control microcomputer 100 can recognize whether or not the display result is a big hit based on the value set in the symbol designating command, the type of the big hit, and based on the variation type command. Thus, the variation pattern type can be recognized.

  FIG. 9 is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of the reserved storage buffer in the game control microcomputer 560.

  FIG. 9A is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of a reserved storage specifying information storage area (holding specified area). The reserved specific area is formed in the RAM 55 (the area in the RAM 55), and as shown in FIG. 9A, the maximum value of the total reserved memory number counter for counting the total number of reserved memories (in this example, 8). ) Is reserved. FIG. 9A shows an example in which the value of the total pending storage number counter is 5.

  As shown in FIG. 9A, the reserved specific area is “first” or “second” in the order of winning based on winning to the first start winning opening 13 or the second starting winning opening 14. The indicated data is set. Therefore, data that can specify the winning order to the first start winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14 is stored in the reserved specific area. Note that the reserved specific area is formed in the RAM 55.

  FIG. 9B is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of a storage area (holding storage buffer) that stores random numbers and the like corresponding to holding storage. As shown in FIG. 9B, a storage area corresponding to the upper limit value (4 in this example) of the first reserved storage number is secured in the first reserved storage buffer. In addition, a storage area corresponding to the upper limit value of the second reserved storage number (4 in this example) is secured in the second reserved storage buffer. The first reserved storage buffer and the second reserved storage buffer are formed in the RAM 55. The first reserved storage buffer and the second reserved storage buffer include a jackpot determination random number (random R) that is a hardware random number, a jackpot type determination random number (random 1) that is a software random number, and a variation pattern type determination random number. (Random 2) and random number for variation pattern determination (Random 3) are stored.

  Based on the winning at the first starting winning port 13 or the second starting winning port 14, the CPU 56 extracts such random number values from the random number circuit 503 and a random counter for generating a software random number, A process of saving (storing) in the saving area in the first pending storage buffer or the second pending storage buffer is executed. Specifically, on the basis of winning at the first start winning opening 13, these random number values are extracted and stored in the first reserved storage buffer. Further, based on the winning at the second start winning opening 14, these random number values are extracted and stored in the second reserved storage buffer.

  In this manner, storing the information related to the start winning as described above in the first hold storage buffer or the second hold storage buffer may be indicated as “hold stored”. Note that the random number for variation pattern type determination (random 2) and the random number for variation pattern determination (random 3) are not extracted at the time of starting winning and stored in advance in the storage area, but instead are stored in a variation pattern setting process (to be described later) You may make it extract at the time of the change of special symbols).

  The data stored in the reserved specific area and the storage area in this way is read out at the start of the variable display and used for the variable display. Before starting variable display for which the data stored in the hold specific area and the storage area is read at the time of start winning and the variable display result is predicted to be a “big hit”, etc. It may be used for pre-reading notice effects that can be executed based on the hold information of the variable display.

  When there is a start prize at the first start prize opening 13 or the second start prize opening 14, commands such as a symbol designation command, a variation type command, and a total reserved memory number designation command are sent from the main board 31 to the effect control board 80. Sent. In the start winning prize reception command buffer provided in the RAM 103 of the effect control microcomputer 100, various commands such as the received symbol designation command, variation type command, and total pending memory number designation command can be stored in association with each other. A storage area for storing data that can identify the received command is secured.

  In this embodiment, the effect control pattern of the effect symbol performed in response to the variation display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol corresponds to a plurality of types of variation patterns, the variation display operation of the effect symbol, the reach It is composed of data indicating the contents of control of various effect operations, such as effect display operations in effects, etc., or various effect operations that are not accompanied by display changes of effect symbols. The notice effect control pattern includes data indicating the control content of the effect operation that becomes the notice effect executed corresponding to the notice pattern in which a plurality of patterns are prepared in advance. The various effect control patterns are composed of data indicating the control contents corresponding to various effect operations executed in accordance with the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1.

  Next, the operation of the pachinko gaming machine 1 will be described. In the pachinko gaming machine 1, when the game control microcomputer 560 on the main board 31 executes a predetermined main process, a timer interrupt is periodically executed every predetermined time (for example, 2 ms) and the timer interrupt process is executed. As a result, various game controls can be executed.

  In the main processing, for example, necessary initial setting processing, normal time initialization processing, game state restoration processing other than normal time, random number circuit setting processing (random number circuit 503 is initially set), display random number update processing (variation pattern) (Variable random number update processing such as type determination and variation pattern determination), initial value random number update processing (ordinary symbol determination random number generation counter initial value initial value update processing), and the like.

  FIG. 10 is a flowchart showing the timer interrupt process. When the timer interrupt occurs, the CPU 56 executes the timer interrupt process of steps S (hereinafter simply referred to as “S”) 20 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 has been output (whether or not an on-state has been turned on) is executed (S20). 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: 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 (S22). For the first special symbol display 8a, the second special symbol display 8b, and the normal symbol display 10, control for outputting a drive signal to each display according to the contents of the output buffer set in S32 and S33. Execute.

  In addition, a process of updating the count value of each counter for generating each determination random number such as a normal symbol determination random number and a big hit type determination random number used for game control is performed (determination random number update process: 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: S24, S25).

  Further, the CPU 56 performs a special symbol process (S26). In the special symbol process, a corresponding symbol is executed according to 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 value of the flag is updated according to the gaming state.

  Next, the normal symbol process is performed (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, and sets the value of the normal symbol process flag to the gaming state. Update accordingly.

  Further, the CPU 56 performs a process of sending an effect control command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (effect control command control process: S28). Further, the CPU 56 performs an information output process for outputting data such as jackpot information, starting information, probability variation information supplied to the hall management computer, for example (S29).

  Further, the CPU 56 executes prize ball processing for setting the number of prize balls based on detection signals from the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a and the count switch 23 (S30).

  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 (S31: output processing).

  Further, the CPU 56 performs special symbol display control processing for setting special symbol display control data for effect display of special symbols in an output buffer for setting special symbol display control data according to the value of the special symbol process flag ( S32).

  Further, the CPU 56 performs a normal symbol display control process of setting normal symbol display control data for effect display of the normal symbol in the output buffer for setting the normal symbol display control data according to the value of the normal symbol process flag ( S33). Further, the CPU 56 outputs a normal signal on the normal symbol display 10 by outputting a drive signal in S22 in accordance with the display control data set in the output buffer.

  Thereafter, the interrupt permission state is set (S34), and the process ends. With the above control, in this embodiment, the game control process is started every predetermined time.

  FIG. 11 is a flowchart showing the special symbol process (S26). 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, a start port switch passing process is executed (S312). Then, any one of S300 to S307 is performed according to the internal state.

The processing of S300 to S307 is as follows.
The special symbol normal process (S300) is a process for determining whether or not the display result of the variable display is a big hit, and determining the big hit type in the case of the big hit. The variation pattern setting process (S301) is a process for performing control such as determination of a variation pattern and start of timing of a variation display time timer.

  The display result designation command transmission process (S302) is a process for performing control to transmit a display result designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100. The special symbol changing process (S303) is a process that advances the process to the special symbol stop process when the fluctuation display time of the fluctuation pattern selected in the fluctuation pattern setting process elapses. The special symbol stop process (S304) is a variation in the first special symbol display unit 8a or the second special symbol display unit 8b when the variation display time corresponding to the determined variation pattern is measured by the variation display time timer. This is a process of stopping the display and deriving and displaying the stop symbol.

  The big winning opening opening pre-processing (S305) is a process of performing control for opening the big winning opening in the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 according to the type of the big hit. In the special winning opening opening process (S306), a control for transmitting a presentation control command for round display during the big hit gaming state to the microcomputer 100 for the presentation control, a process for confirming establishment of the closing condition of the special winning opening, and the like are performed. It is processing. When the closing condition of the big prize opening is satisfied and there are still remaining rounds, the process proceeds to the big hit ending process. The big hit end process (S307) is a process for performing control for causing the microcomputer 100 for effect control to perform display control for notifying the player that the big hit gaming state has ended.

  FIG. 12 is a flowchart showing the start port switch passing process in 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 (S1211). If the first start port switch 13a is not in the ON state, the process proceeds to 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). It is confirmed whether or not the value of the number counter is 4 (S1212). If the first reserved storage number has reached the upper limit, the process proceeds to 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 (S1213) and sets the value of the total reserved memory number counter for counting the total reserved memory number. Increase by 1 (S1214). In addition, the CPU 56 stores the total pending storage in the reserved storage specifying information storage area (holding specific area) for storing the winning order to the first start winning opening 13 or the second starting winning opening 14 described in FIG. Data indicating “first” is set in an area corresponding to the value of the number counter (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, in the reserved storage specific information storage area (hold specific area) shown in FIG. 9, the CPU 56 sets 01 (H) as data indicating “first” when the first start port switch 13 a is turned on. When the second 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).

  As shown in FIG. 9A, 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, and the first start winning opening 13 or Then, data indicating “first” or “second” is set in the order of winning based on winning in the second start winning opening 14. Therefore, the winning order to the first start winning opening 13 or the second starting winning opening 14 is stored in the hold storage specifying information storage area (hold specifying area).

  Next, the CPU 56 extracts values from the random number circuit 503 and a counter for generating software random numbers, and executes a process of storing them in a storage area in the first reserved storage buffer (see FIG. 9B) ( S1216). In the processing of S1216, a big hit determination random number (random R), a big hit type determination random number (random 1), a variation pattern type determination random number (random 2), and a variation pattern determination random number (random 3) are extracted, Stored in the save area.

  Next, the CPU 56 executes a winning presentation process in which a variation display result and a variation pattern type when the variation based on the detected starting winning is executed is determined in advance at the starting winning (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 (S1218), and transmits a variation type command to the effect control microcomputer 100. Control is performed (S1219). Further, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit the first start winning designation command to the production control microcomputer 100 (S1220), sets the value of the total pending storage number counter to EXT data, and outputs the total pending storage number designation command. Control to transmit to the production control microcomputer 100 is performed (S1221).

  By executing the processing of S1218 and S1219, in this embodiment, regardless of the gaming state (the gaming state such as high probability state, low probability state, high base state, low base state, jackpot gaming state, etc.) Each time the start winning prize is awarded to the start winning opening 13, both the symbol designating command and the variation type command are always transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100.

  In this embodiment, when the start winning to the first start winning opening 13 occurs by executing the processing of S1218 to S1221, the symbol designation command, the variation type command, the first start prize designation command A set of four commands, that is, a total pending storage number designation command, is transmitted in a batch within one timer interrupt.

  Next, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the second start port switch 14a is on (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 (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 increases the value of the second reserved memory number counter by 1 (S1224), and sets the value of the total reserved memory number counter for counting the total reserved memory number. Increase by 1 (S1225). In addition, the CPU 56 sets data indicating “second” in an area corresponding to the value of the total reserved storage number counter in the reserved storage specific information storage area (hold specific area) (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. 9B) (see FIG. 9B). S1227). In the processing of S1227, a big hit determination random number (random R), a big hit type determination random number (random 1), a variation pattern type determination random number (random 2), and a variation pattern determination random number (random 3) are extracted. And stored in the storage area.

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

  By executing the processing of S1229 and S1230, in this embodiment, regardless of the gaming state (the gaming state such as the high probability state, the low probability state, the high base state, the low base state, the jackpot gaming state, etc.) Every time a start winning prize is awarded to the start winning opening 14, both the symbol designating command and the variation type command are always transmitted to the production control microcomputer 100.

  In this embodiment, when the start winning to the second start winning opening 14 occurs by executing the processing of S1229 to S1232, the symbol designation command, the variation type command, the second start prize designation command A set of four commands, that is, a total pending storage number designation command, is transmitted in a batch within one timer interrupt.

  FIG. 13 is a flowchart showing the winning effect processing in S1217 and S1228. In the winning effect processing, the CPU 56 first compares the jackpot determination random number (random R) extracted in S1216 and S1227 with the normal jackpot determination value shown in the left column of FIG. It is confirmed whether or not to perform (S220). In this embodiment, at the timing of starting the variation of the special symbol and the effect symbol, whether or not to make a big hit in the special symbol normal processing and the big hit type are determined, or the variation pattern (variation pattern type) is determined in the variation pattern setting processing. In addition, the display of the variation based on the start winning is started at the timing when the game ball starts to win the first starting winning opening 13 or the second starting winning opening 14 separately. Before winning, the winning effect production process is executed to pre-read whether or not to win, and the type of jackpot and variation pattern type are pre-read. By doing so, the variation display result is predicted in advance before the effect symbol variation display is executed, and the effect control CPU 101 changes the effect symbol based on the determination result at the time of winning, as will be described later. A pre-reading notice is executed to predict that a big hit will occur during the display (possibility of a big hit).

  In this embodiment, an example in which the pre-reading notice is executed for both the variable display of the first special symbol and the variable display of the second special symbol will be described. However, only the first special symbol is displayed during the low base state. The prefetch notice may be executed as a target, and the prefetch notice may be executed only for the second special symbol during the high base state.

  If the big hit determination random number (random R) does not match the normal big hit determination value (N in S220), the CPU 56 is set with a probability change flag indicating that the gaming state is a probability change state (high probability state). It is confirmed whether or not (S221). If the probability change flag is set, the CPU 56 compares the jackpot determination random number (random R) extracted in 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 (S222).

  If the jackpot determination random number (random R) does not match the jackpot determination value at the time of probability change (N in S222), the CPU 56 performs a process of setting the EXT data indicating “displacement” in the symbol designation command ( S223). As a result, a symbol designating command indicating “displacement” is output at the time of starting winning.

  When the jackpot determination random number (random R) matches the jackpot determination value in S220 or S222, the CPU 56 determines the jackpot type based on the jackpot type determination random number (random 1) extracted in S1216 and S1227. (S224). In this case, when there is a start winning at the first start winning opening 13 (when the winning effect processing in S1217 is executed), the CPU 56 determines the jackpot type determination table (first special) shown in FIG. It is determined whether the big hit type is “ordinary big hit” or “probable big hit”. When there is a start winning at the second start winning opening 14 (when the winning effect processing at S1228 is executed), the big hit type determination table (for the second special symbol) shown in FIG. 6C is used. It is used to determine whether the big hit type is “normal big hit” or “probable big hit”.

  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 (S225). For example, when it is determined that “normal big hit” is obtained, the CPU 56 performs processing for setting EXT data indicating that “normal big hit” is set in the symbol designation command. Further, when it is determined that “probability big hit” is obtained, the CPU 56 performs processing for setting EXT data indicating “probability big hit” in the symbol designation command. As a result, when a big win is reached, a symbol designation command indicating that “normal big hit” or “probability big hit” is output at the time of starting winning.

  Next, the CPU 56 uses the variation pattern type determination random number (random 2) extracted in S1216 and S1227 to determine each display result set in S223 and S225 and the variation pattern type according to the gaming state. (S226). For example, in this embodiment, since the table used for determining the variation pattern type differs depending on whether or not it is a big hit and whether or not it is in the time saving state, in S226, the variation pattern is determined. When the variable display based on the hold storage data is executed based on the data indicating the game state such as the time reduction flag (the flag set when the time reduction control is performed) for the target hold storage data Recognize the gaming state, select the table used for determining the variation pattern based on the display result of the variation display based on the reserved storage data, and use the variation pattern type determination random number (random 2) for variation pattern Determine the type.

  Then, the CPU 56 performs a process of setting the EXT data corresponding to the variation pattern type determination result in S226 to the variation type command (S227). Thereby, at the time of starting winning, a variation type command indicating the variation type is output.

  In addition, there is a possibility that a plurality of variation displays may be executed after confirming whether or not the state is surely changed in S221 at the time of the start winning, until the start of the variation display based on the start winning actually. There is. For this reason, the gaming state has changed from the confirmation of whether or not it is in the probable variation state in S221 until the actual display of the variation based on the start winning is actually started (for example, the gaming state depends on the number of variations). In the case of a change, the game state may change from the probability change state to the normal state until the number of changes is up to 100 and after 100. Therefore, the gaming state determined in S222 at the time of starting winning and the gaming state determined at the start of variation do not always match. In order to prevent such a discrepancy, a game with a change in the game state in the currently stored hold memory may be specified, and the determination at the time of starting winning may be performed based on the changed game state. . In addition, the game state when the variation display based on the hold storage data is executed based on the data indicating the game state such as the probability variation counter and the time reduction counter for the hold storage data to be determined as the big hit Is recognized, the table used for determining the variation pattern is selected based on the display result of the variation display based on the reserved storage data, and the jackpot determination is performed using the jackpot type determination random number (random R). You may do it.

  Moreover, you may confirm whether it is a time-short state at the time of a start winning prize. In such a case, the variable display may be executed a plurality of times until the variable display based on the start winning is actually started. Therefore, the game state has changed after confirming whether it is in the short-time state or not until the display of fluctuation based on the start winning is actually started (for example, when the game state changes depending on the number of fluctuations). In addition, there are cases where the gaming state changes from the short-time state to the normal state up to 100 times and after 100 times.) Therefore, the gaming state determined at the time of starting winning is not always the same as the gaming state determined at the start of variation. In order to prevent such a discrepancy, a game with a change in the game state in the currently stored hold memory may be specified, and the determination at the time of starting winning may be performed based on the changed game state. . In addition, with respect to the on-hold storage data to be subjected to the determination of the variation pattern, based on the data indicating the game state, such as a time-count counter, the gaming state when the variation display based on the on-hold storage data is executed, Based on the display result of the variation display based on the reserved storage data, the table used for determining the variation pattern is selected, and the variation pattern type is determined using the variation pattern type determination random number (random 2). May be.

  FIG. 14 is a flowchart showing the special symbol normal process (S300) in the special symbol process. In the special symbol normal process, the CPU 56 checks whether there is pending storage data in the first pending storage buffer or the second pending storage buffer (S51). If there is no pending storage data in either the first pending storage buffer or the second pending storage buffer, the process ends.

  When there is pending storage data in the first pending storage buffer or the second pending storage buffer, the CPU 56 determines that the first data among the data set in the pending specific area (see FIG. 9A) is “first”. It is confirmed whether or not the data indicates (S52). When the first data set in the reserved specific area is not data indicating “first” (that is, data indicating “second”) (N in S52), the CPU 56 determines that the special symbol pointer (first Data indicating “second” is set in a flag indicating whether the special symbol process is being performed for the special symbol or the special symbol process is being performed for the second special symbol (S53). When the first data set in the reserved specific area is data indicating “first” (Y in S52), the CPU 103 sets data indicating “first” in the special symbol pointer (S54).

  In this embodiment, hereinafter, the first special symbol on the first special symbol display 8a depends on whether the data indicating "first" or the data indicating "second" is set in the special symbol pointer. And the variable display of the second special symbol on the second special symbol display 8b are executed using a common processing routine. When the data indicating “first” is set in the special symbol pointer, the first special symbol display unit 8a performs the variable display of the first special symbol based on the reserved memory data stored in the first reserved memory buffer. It is. On the other hand, when the data indicating “second” is set in the special symbol pointer, the variable display of the second special symbol on the second special symbol display unit 8b based on the reserved memory data stored in the second reserved memory buffer. Is done.

  By executing the processing of S52 to S54, in this embodiment, the first special symbol is displayed in a variable manner according to the start winning order in which the game balls have won the first start winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14. Alternatively, the variable display of the second special symbol is executed.

  Next, the CPU 56 reads out each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the number of reserved memories = 1 indicated by the special symbol pointer in the RAM 55 and stores it in the reserved memory buffer of the RAM 55 (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. Are stored in the reserved storage buffer of the RAM 55. Further, when the special symbol pointer indicates “second”, the CPU 56 reads each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the second reserved memory number = 1 in the second reserved memory buffer. Stored in the reserved storage buffer 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 (S56). Specifically, when the special symbol pointer indicates “first”, the CPU 56 decrements the count value of the first reserved memory number counter by 1 and stores each storage area in the first reserved memory buffer. Shift content. When the special symbol pointer indicates “second”, the count value of the second reserved memory number counter is decremented by 1, and the contents of each storage area in the second reserved memory buffer are shifted.

  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 storage number = m (m = 2 to 8) in the reserved specific area. Store in the storage area corresponding to the number of reserved storage = 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.

  One is subtracted from the count value of the total pending memory number counter formed in the RAM 55 and counting the total pending memory number (S57). 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.

  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 S300-S307 can be made common by the case where the 1st special symbol is made object and the case where the 2nd special symbol is made object.

  Next, the CPU 56 reads a random R (a jackpot determination random number) from the holding storage buffer, and executes a jackpot determination module (S61). In this case, the CPU 56 reads out the jackpot determination random number extracted in S1216 of the start port switch passing process or S1227 of the start port switch passing process and previously stored in the first hold memory buffer or the second hold memory buffer, and determines the big hit To do. The jackpot determination module is a program that compares a jackpot determination value (see FIG. 6) determined in advance with a jackpot determination random number, and executes a process of determining a jackpot if they match. In other words, this is a program for executing the big hit determination process.

  The jackpot determination process is configured such that when the gaming state is a probable change state (high probability state), the probability of a big hit is higher than when the gaming state is a non-probability change state (normal game state). Specifically, a jackpot determination table (a table in which the numerical values on the right side of FIG. 6A 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. There is provided a normal big hit determination table (a table in which the numerical value on the left side of FIG. 6A in the ROM 54 is set) set to be smaller than the hour big hit determination table. Then, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the gaming state is a probability variation state. If the gaming state is a probability variation state, the CPU 56 performs a jackpot determination process using the probability variation jackpot determination table, and the gaming state is a normal game. When the state is short or short, 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. 6A, the CPU 56 determines that the special symbol is a big hit. If it is determined to be a big hit (Y in S61), the process proceeds to S71. Note that deciding whether to win or not is to decide whether or not to shift to the big hit gaming state, but to decide whether or not to stop the special symbol display as a big hit symbol. But there is.

  Note that whether or not the current gaming state is the probability variation state is determined by whether or not the probability variation flag is set. The probability variation flag is set when the gaming state is shifted to the probability variation state, and is reset when the probability variation state is terminated. Specifically, the probability variation flag is set in the jackpot end process (S307 in FIG. 11) when the probability variation jackpot is reached, and then the condition that the next jackpot has been determined, or the variable display resulting in an outlier display result. When the condition that the predetermined number of times (for example, 100 times) has been executed is satisfied, the variation display of the special symbol is terminated and the stop symbol is reset at the timing to stop display.

  If the value of the jackpot determination random number (random R) does not match any of the jackpot determination values (N in S61), the process proceeds to S75 described later.

  If the value of the jackpot determination random number (random R) matches any one of the jackpot determination values in S61, the CPU 56 sets a jackpot flag indicating that it is a jackpot (S71). The jackpot flag is reset when the jackpot game ends. Then, as a table used to determine the big hit type as one of a plurality of types, the first special symbol big hit type determination table in FIG. 6B and the second special symbol big hit type in FIG. 6C. One of the determination tables is selected (S72). Specifically, when the special symbol pointer indicates “first”, the CPU 56 selects the first special symbol jackpot type determination table shown in FIG. When the special symbol pointer indicates “second”, the CPU 56 selects the second special symbol jackpot type determination table in FIG.

  Next, the CPU 56 reads the big hit type determination random number extracted in the start switch passing processing and stored in advance in the first hold storage buffer or the second hold storage buffer, and uses the big hit type determination table selected in S72 to hold the The jackpot type and jackpot symbol corresponding to the value matching the random number (random 1) for jackpot type determination stored in the buffer is determined (S73).

  As shown in FIGS. 6B and 6C, for the first special symbol and the second special symbol, the relationship between the jackpot type and the jackpot symbol is set so that the jackpot symbol is different for each jackpot type. Since the big hit type and the big hit symbol are determined at the same time, the correspondence between the big hit symbol and the game control corresponding to the big hit type is simplified, so that the game control can be prevented from becoming complicated.

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

  Next, the CPU 56 sets a special symbol stop symbol (S75). Specifically, when the big hit flag is not set, “−”, which is a lost symbol, is set as a special symbol stop symbol. If the jackpot flag is set, the jackpot symbol determined in S73 is set as a special symbol stop symbol according to the determination result of the jackpot type. That is, when the jackpot type is determined to be “probable variation jackpot”, “7” is set as a special symbol stop symbol. When the jackpot type is determined as “normal jackpot”, “3” is determined as a special symbol stop symbol.

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

  In the control of S52 to S54, if there is at least one second reserved memory data in the second reserved memory buffer, the variable display of the second special symbol display 8b based on the second reserved memory data. May be executed in preference to the variable display of the first special symbol display 8a based on the data in the first reserved storage.

  In this way, the variation display of the second special symbol is executed in preference to the variation display of the first special symbol. Thereby, the following effects can be obtained. During a predetermined period after the end of the big hit gaming state, the time-shortening control is performed, so that it becomes easy for the variable winning ball device 15 to win the game ball at the second start winning port 14. Therefore, during the predetermined period after the end of the big hit gaming state, the data in the second reserved memory is more likely to be generated than at other times. When the reserved storage data is stored in both the first reserved storage buffer and the second reserved storage buffer, the second reserved storage is more effective than the variable display of the first special symbol display 8a based on the first reserved storage data. Since the variation display of the second special symbol display 8b based on the data is preferentially executed, it is possible to efficiently process the stored storage data that is likely to occur in the short time state after the end of the big hit gaming state. Occurrence of start winnings (starting conditions) that cannot be stored as the second reserved memory and become invalid due to the limitation by the upper limit value of the second reserved memory number can be reduced. Thereby, the execution efficiency of the variable display of the 2nd special symbol display 8b in the time-short state after completion | finish of jackpot game state can be improved.

  Next, the operation of the production control microcomputer 100 will be described. FIG. 15 is a flowchart showing the effect control main process executed by the effect control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the effect control CPU 101) mounted on the effect control board 80.

  The effect control CPU 101 starts executing the effect control main process when the power is turned on. In the effect control main process, first, an initialization process is performed for clearing the RAM area, setting various initial values, and initializing a timer for determining the activation control activation interval (for example, 2 ms) (S701). ). Thereafter, the effect control CPU 101 proceeds to a loop process for monitoring a timer interrupt flag (S702). When a timer interrupt occurs, the effect control CPU 101 sets a timer interrupt flag in the timer interrupt process. In the effect control main process, if the timer interrupt flag is set, the effect control CPU 101 clears the flag (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 sets data such as a flag that can specify what the received effect control command indicates. Processing (for example, processing for storing data that can identify a received command in various command storage areas provided in the RAM 103) is performed (command analysis processing: S704). Next, the effect control CPU 101 performs effect control process processing (S705). In the effect control process, in order to perform various effects such as a change display of effect symbols on the main image display device 9 according to the contents of the effect control command analyzed in S704, A process corresponding to the control state (effect control process flag) is selected and the effect control is executed.

  Next, random numbers (SR1-1 for determining the left stop symbol of the effect symbol, SR1-2 for determining the middle stop symbol of the effect symbol, SR1-3 for determining the right stop symbol of the effect symbol used by the microcomputer 100 for effect control) Then, a random number update process for updating the count value of the counter for generating the pending change effect type determination SR2 is executed (S706). Each of such random numbers SR1-1 to SR2 is generated by counting of a random counter that updates a count value by software, and is cyclically updated within a predetermined range for each, and determined for each. It is used as a random number by being extracted at the same timing. Further, a hold storage display control process for controlling the display state of the combined hold storage display unit 18c of the sub image display device 90 is executed (S707). Thereafter, the process proceeds to S702.

  By executing such effect control main processing, the effect control microcomputer 100 transmits the main image display device 9 and the sub image display according to the effect control command transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560 and received. By controlling the device 90, various lamps, and the rendering devices such as the speaker 27, various rendering controls according to the gaming state are performed.

  For example, in the effect control microcomputer 100, when the received variation pattern command is received, the effect symbol variation display is started, and when the symbol confirmation designation command is received, the effect symbol variation display is stopped. The fluctuation pattern command includes the length of the fluctuation display time, presence / absence of reach production, reach type when executing the reach production (type of normal reach, super reach, etc.), and fluctuation display result (type of big hit, out of stock, big hit) The information necessary for designating the variable display mode such as is a command including specific data. The fluctuation display is controlled so as to be executed at the fluctuation display time corresponding to each fluctuation pattern command. Further, the stop symbol of the effect symbol is determined based on determining whether the game is out of play or jackpot based on the display result designation command and determining the jackpot type when the jackpot is hit.

  FIG. 16 is a flowchart showing the effect control process (S705) in the effect control main process shown in FIG. In the effect control process, the effect control CPU 101 performs any one of S800 to S807 in accordance with the value of the effect control process flag after performing the prefetching notice process in S500. In each process, the following process is executed. In the effect control process, the display state of the main image display device 9 is controlled, and the change display of the effect symbol is realized, but the control related to the change display of the effect symbol synchronized with the change display of the first special symbol is also the second. Control related to the variation display of the effect symbol synchronized with the variation display of the special symbol is also executed in one effect control process.

  Pre-reading notice process (S500): Pre-reading determination such as whether or not the pre-reading notice is executed, and determination of the production mode when the pre-reading notice is executed are performed. Here, the pre-reading notice refers to a special symbol based on the hold information by pre-reading the hold information before the order of the change display (design change) of the special symbol based on certain hold information (hold storage) is reached. This is a technique for determining the contents of the change display of the previous and predicting the change display of the special symbol in the future at a stage prior to that. For example, when the hold information to be digested fourth is a big hit, in the variable display of each special symbol based on the hold information digested first to third, there is a possibility that a big hit will occur later A kind of effect such as giving a notice in a predetermined effect form is performed as a prefetch notice. Hereinafter, the variable display based on the hold information that is the target of the prefetch notice is referred to as “target variable display”.

  Fluctuation pattern command reception waiting process (S800): It is confirmed whether or not a variation pattern command is 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 variation pattern command has been received, the value of the effect control process flag is changed to a value corresponding to the effect symbol variation start process (S801).

  Effect symbol variation start processing (S801): Control is performed so that variation display of the effect symbol (decoration symbol) is started. Further, the stop symbol (display result) of the effect symbol is determined based on a random number for determining the stop symbol of the effect symbol. In response to the received variation pattern command, the effect pattern at the time of variation display of the effect symbol is selected, and the timing of the variation time timer for timing the variation display time of the variation display to be executed is started. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the effect symbol changing process (S802).

  Production symbol variation processing (S802): Controls the switching timing of each variation state (variation speed) constituting the variation pattern and monitors whether or not the variation display time counted by the variation time timer has ended. Then, based on the fact that the variable display time has ended or an effect control command (design confirmation designation command) for instructing all symbols to stop is received, the value of the effect control process flag is set to end the variable display. The value is updated to a value corresponding to the effect symbol fluctuation stop process (S803).

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

  Big hit display process (S804): After the end of the variable display time, display control such as a fanfare effect as an effect such as a big hit display for notifying the main image display device 9 of the occurrence of a big win is performed. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the in-round processing (S805).

  In-round processing (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 (S806). If the final round has ended, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the big hit end process (S807).

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

  Big hit end effect process (S807): In the main image display device 9, display control is performed to notify the player that the big hit gaming 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 (S800).

  The effect control CPU 101 recognizes the specified variation pattern and display result for the variation display to be executed based on the received variation pattern command and display result designation command, for example. The stop symbol of the symbol is determined. In the effect symbol variation start process (S801), according to the display result, random number values of a kind necessary for determining various display results from the random numbers SR1-1 to SR1-3 for determining the stop symbol of the effect symbol Are extracted, and the stop symbol of the effect symbol is determined using the stop symbol determination table in which the data indicating the effect symbol and the numerical value are associated with each other. In this embodiment, on the side of the effect control board 80, a random value SR1-1 for determining a left effect symbol (left symbol), a random value SR1-2 for determining a middle effect symbol (middle symbol), a right effect symbol ( (Right design) Control is made so that the numerical data indicating each of the determination random numbers SR1-3 and the like can be counted. In addition, in order to improve a production effect, random numbers other than these may be used.

  Each of such random numbers SR1-1 to SR1-3 and the like is generated by counting of a random counter that updates the count value by software in the production control microcomputer 100, and each of the random numbers SR1-1 to SR1-3 circulates within a predetermined numerical range. It is updated and extracted as a random number by being extracted at a timing determined for each. That is, the stop symbol is determined by selecting data indicating a combination of effect symbols corresponding to the same numerical value as the extracted random number value. Then, the effect control CPU 101 stops the effect symbol at the stop symbol determined in this way when stopping the variation display of the effect symbol. With regard to the production symbol, a stop symbol reminiscent of a big hit is called a big hit symbol. And a stop symbol that reminds of a loss is called a loss symbol.

  Specifically, the stop symbol of the effect symbol is determined as follows, for example. When determining a combination of non-reach off symbols, numerical data (random numbers) is extracted from each of SR1-1 to SR1-3 at a predetermined timing, and a loss symbol determination data table (random) is stored in the ROM 102. The data table that shows the relationship between the left, middle, and right effect symbols that are out of the numerical value), and the symbols corresponding to the extracted random numbers are the stop symbols that result in the variation display of the left, middle, and right effect symbols, respectively. Determined as a combination. Further, when determining the combination of non-reach off symbols in this way, if the stop symbol corresponding to the extracted random number coincides with the combination of accidental big hit symbols, correction is made so that it becomes a combination of off symbols ( For example, each stop symbol is determined by correcting the right symbol by one symbol). In addition, when the stop symbol corresponding to the extracted random number is accidentally reached, it is corrected so that it becomes a combination of non-reach off symbols (for example, correction by shifting the right symbol by one symbol) and each stop symbol. Is determined. The combination of non-reach off symbols determined in this way is used as the final stop symbol that is the variable display result.

  When determining a combination of symbols that are out of reach, numerical data (random numbers) is extracted from each of SR 1-1 to SR 1-3 at a predetermined timing, and a data table for determining a symbol that is stored in the ROM 102 is stored. The symbol corresponding to the random number extracted from SR1-1 is determined as the stop symbol of each effect symbol (left and right effect symbols) forming the reach state, and the symbol corresponding to the random number extracted from SR1-2 Is determined as the stop symbol of the effect symbol (medium effect symbol) that stops last. The combination of the out-of-reach symbols determined in this way is used as the final stop symbol that is the variable display result.

  When determining the jackpot symbol combination, the jackpot symbol combination is determined according to the jackpot type. For example, when it is a probable big hit, a combination of probable big hit symbols reminiscent of a probable big hit (for example, a symbol with any odd number of symbols such as “7, 7, 7” for the left, middle and right effect symbols) Selection). In addition, when it is a normal big hit, a combination of normal big hit symbols reminiscent of a normal big hit (for example, a symbol with any even number of symbols such as “2, 2, 2” for the left, middle, and right production symbols) Selection).

  When it is decided to make a probable big hit, use the probable big hit symbol determination table (data table showing the relationship between the random value and the left, middle and right effect symbols that become the probable big hit symbol) stored in the ROM 102. Then, a combination in which the left, middle and right effect symbols are arranged in any odd number is selected and determined. In the probability variation big hit symbol determination table, each numerical data of SR1-1 is associated with each of a plurality of predetermined odd numbers of symbols. When determining the combination of probability variation jackpot symbols, numerical data (random numbers) is extracted from SR1-1 at a predetermined timing, and the symbol corresponding to the extracted random number is a combination of probability variation jackpot symbols using the probability variation jackpot determination table. Is determined as the combination of the stop symbols of the left, middle and right effect symbols. The combination of the probability variation big hit symbols determined in this way is used as the final stop symbol which is the variation display result.

  Further, when it is decided to make a normal jackpot, a normal jackpot symbol determination table stored in the ROM 102 (a data table showing the relationship between random numbers and left, middle and right effect symbols which become the normal jackpot symbol). Is used to select and determine a combination in which the left, middle, and right effect symbols are arranged in any even number of symbols. In the normal jackpot symbol determination table, each numerical data of SR1-1 is associated with each of a plurality of predetermined even numbers of symbols. When determining the combination of the normal jackpot symbol, the numerical data (random number) is extracted from SR1-1 at a predetermined timing, and the symbol corresponding to the extracted random number is the combination of the normal jackpot symbol using the normal jackpot symbol determination table. Is determined as the combination of the stop symbols of the left, middle and right effect symbols. The combination of the normal jackpot symbols determined in this way is used as the final stop symbol that is the variable display result.

  When normal reach is specified in the variation pattern command, reach effects corresponding to each type of normal reach are performed. Furthermore, when super reach is designated in the variation pattern command, reach effects corresponding to each type of super reach are performed.

  The production control microcomputer 100 can recognize the probability variation state based on the probability variation state designation command, and can recognize the time variation state based on the time reduction state designation command. With the production device, a specific production can be performed according to the probability variation state and the short time state.

  For example, in the production control microcomputer 100, the gaming state is in any state based on the normal state designation command, the short time state designation command, the probability variation state designation command, etc. transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560. The data for specifying these is stored, and the gaming state is always recognized based on the stored data. Then, based on the gaming state recognized in this way and the variation pattern command transmitted from the gaming control microcomputer 560, the rendering control microcomputer 100 has a rendering mode according to the current gaming state. It is possible to execute the variation display of the effect symbol.

  In addition, whether or not to make a big hit in addition to the fluctuation pattern by the fluctuation pattern command, and if it is possible to specify the type of big hit, information on whether or not to make a big hit specified by the fluctuation pattern command, And based on the information of the type of jackpot, you may make it determine the combination of the stop symbol of an effect symbol.

  Further, the effect control CPU 101 stores in the ROM 102 during a predetermined effect control period from the start of the variable display to the stop of the variable display and during the predetermined effect control period from the start of the big hit gaming state to the end of the big hit gaming state. Control of effect devices (effect components) such as the main image display device 9 and the sub image display device 90 is performed according to the process data set in the stored process table.

  The process table includes process timer set values and data obtained by collecting a plurality of combinations of display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data. The display control execution data includes data indicating each variation mode constituting the variation mode during the variation display time (variation time) of the variation display of the effect symbol (decoration symbol). Specifically, data relating to the change of the display screen of the main image display device 9 is described. Further, the display data control data includes data indicating the operation of the hold display displayed on the sub-image display device 90 and the mode of change. The process timer set value is set with a variable display time in the variable display mode. The effect control CPU 101 refers to the process table and performs control to display the effect design in the variation display mode set in the display control execution data for the time set in the process timer set value. Further, the effect control CPU 101 refers to the process table, and the effect related to the hold display in the hold display operation or the hold display change mode set in the display control execution data based on the time set in the process timer set value. Executes control to display Such a process table is prepared for each variation pattern.

  FIG. 17 is an explanatory diagram showing a data holding area on the side of the effect control board 80 and a reception command buffer at the time of start winning. In the RAM 103 mounted on the effect control board 80 shown in FIG. 3, for example, an effect control data holding area 190 as shown in FIG. 17A is used as an area for holding various data used for controlling the effect operation. Is provided. The effect control data holding area 190 shown in FIG. 17A includes an effect control flag setting unit 191, an effect control timer setting unit 192, an effect control counter setting unit 193, and an effect control buffer setting unit 194. Yes.

  In the effect control flag setting unit 191, for example, an effect operation state such as an effect image display state on the screen of the main image display device 9 or the sub image display device 90, an effect control command transmitted from the main board 31, or the like. Accordingly, a plurality of types of flags whose states can be updated are provided. For example, the effect control flag setting unit 191 stores data indicating the value of a flag and data indicating an on state or an off state for each of a plurality of types of flags.

  The effect control timer setting unit 192 includes a plurality of types of timers used for controlling the progress of various effect operations such as display operations of effect images on the screens of the main image display device 9 and the sub image display device 90, for example. Is provided. For example, the production control timer setting unit 192 stores data indicating timer values in each of a plurality of types of timers.

  The effect control counter setting unit 193 is provided with a plurality of types of counters used for controlling the progress of various effect operations, such as SR1-1 to SR2 described above. For example, the production control counter setting unit 193 stores data indicating the count values in each of a plurality of types of counters.

  The effect control buffer setting unit 194 is provided with various buffers that temporarily store data used for controlling the progress of various effect operations. For example, the effect control buffer setting unit 194 stores data indicating buffer values in each of a plurality of types of buffers.

  In this embodiment, data constituting the start winning reception command buffer as shown in FIG. 17B is stored in a predetermined area of the effect control buffer setting unit 194. The receiving command buffer at the time of starting winning is provided with a storage area (area corresponding to the buffer numbers “1” to “8”) corresponding to the maximum value (for example, “8”) of the total reserved storage number.

  When there is a start prize at the first start prize slot 13 or the second start prize slot 14, a symbol designation command, a variation type command, a start prize designation command (first or second start prize designation command), and a summation pending Four commands called a memory number designation command are transmitted as one set from the main board 31 to the effect control board 80. The start winning effect control CPU 101 stores data for specifying commands in the order received at the start winning from the head in the empty area of the start winning received command buffer. The empty area of the reception command buffer at the time of start winning, that is, the data in the area where no data is stored is “0000 (H)”. At the time of starting winning, command transmission is performed in the order of a symbol specifying command, a variation type command, a starting winning specifying command (first and second), and a combined pending storage number specifying command. Therefore, if the command is received normally, as shown in FIG. 17B, the symbol designation command, the variation type command, the start prize designation are stored in the storage areas corresponding to the buffer numbers “1” to “8”. The commands are stored in the order of the command and the total pending storage number designation command. FIG. 17B shows an example in which commands are stored in the storage areas corresponding to the buffer numbers “1” to “5”.

  In addition, in the start winning reception command buffer, as storage areas corresponding to the buffer numbers “1” to “8”, data relating to the pending storage stored in the buffer numbers “1” to “8” is supported. And the memory area for storing the information regarding the hold change effect as shown below is provided. The hold change effect is an effect that changes the display mode of the hold display. Specifically, in this embodiment, as the hold change effect, by operating the sub image display device 90, the hold display displayed on the sub image display device 90 is operated and the display mode of the specific hold display is changed. A series of performances will be performed.

  Based on predetermined data such as symbol designation information stored in the start winning reception command buffer, the effect control microcomputer 100 determines whether or not the jackpot display result is obtained in the pre-reading notice process of S500 in FIG. In addition to the determination of the variation pattern type, pre-reading determination such as selection of presence / absence of target variation and selection of a pending change effect pattern is performed. In addition, by specifying the presence / absence of target fluctuation (target fluctuation display), it is possible to indicate which pending memory is the target fluctuation, and when displaying the fluctuation of the number of pending memories from the target fluctuation. Can indicate whether the hold change effect is executed.

  The reception command buffer at the time of the start winning prize corresponds to the data relating to the hold storage stored in each of the buffer numbers “1” to “8” as the storage area corresponding to each of the buffer numbers “1” to “8”. An area for storing data related to the target variation, the hold change effect pattern, and the hold change effect limit flag is provided.

  In the target fluctuation storage area, when it is determined to execute the hold change effect as the pre-reading notice effect based on the table of FIG. 20 with the correspondence as shown in FIG. “1001 (H)” is stored as data, and “1000 (H)” does not indicate that the target storage is reserved when it is determined not to execute the hold change effect as the pre-reading notice effect. Is stored as data.

  As shown in FIG. 17 (D), when it is decided to execute at least one of the non-rotation pattern, the left rotation pattern, and the right rotation pattern as the hold change effect in the storage area for the hold change effect pattern. The data (any one of “2001 (H)” to “2003 (H)”) that can specify that any production pattern has been selected in a corresponding relationship is stored as data, and any production is not executed. Is selected and determined, “2000 (H)” is stored as data.

  In the storage area of the pending change effect restriction flag, “3001 (H)” is stored as data when restricting (prohibiting) the pending change effect, and “3000 (H) when not restricting (prohibiting) the pending change effect. H) "is stored as data. Here, the case where the hold change effect is restricted (prohibited) is a case where the right rotation pattern is selected. Specifically, this will be described with reference to FIG.

  For each hold storage information, when data is stored in the storage area of the target fluctuation, the storage area of the hold change effect pattern, and the storage area of the hold change effect restriction flag based on the prefetch determination, when the change display is executed In addition, by confirming these data corresponding to each hold display existing as a hold memory, whether or not the hold change effect is executed in the variable display, and for which hold display the hold change effect is executed The effect control microcomputer 100 can recognize the effect pattern when executing the hold change effect.

  Various data such as data relating to commands, data relating to pre-reading determination, and data relating to pending change effects stored in the received command buffer at the time of starting winning prize shown in FIG. The data stored in the first storage area (area corresponding to buffer number “1”) is deleted, and the stored contents thereafter are shifted. For example, in the storage state shown in FIG. 17 (B), when the variation display of a new effect symbol is started, each data stored in the buffer number “1” is deleted, and the data corresponding to the buffer number “2” is deleted. Each data stored in the area is shifted to the area corresponding to the buffer number “1”, and each data stored in the area corresponding to each of the buffer numbers “3” to “5” is changed to the buffer number “2”. ”To“ 4 ”.

  In FIG. 17, the example which stores the information regarding a pending | holding change effect in the starting command reception command buffer was shown. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and an area for storing information related to the pending change effect may be provided in the effect control data holding area 190 in correspondence with each start winning memory information, separately from the start winning reception command buffer.

  Next, various effects performed in the present embodiment will be described. In the pachinko gaming machine 1, as the pre-reading notice, an effect of changing the display mode of the hold display from the normal display mode to a special display mode (for example, red) is executed. In the hold change effect, the effect of changing the display mode of a specific hold display is executed before the target change display (the change display corresponding to the target hold display executed in the pre-reading notice) is started. The hold display that changes due to the hold change effect is a hold display corresponding to the target fluctuation display (hereinafter referred to as a target hold display) or a hold display other than the target hold display.

  Further, the hold change effect may be executed in accordance with the displacement of the position of the sub image display device 90 or may be executed even if the position of the sub image display device 90 is not displaced. When the hold change effect is executed in accordance with the displacement of the position of the sub image display device 90, the sub image display device 90 executes the rotation operation. The sub image display device 90 displaces the position of the sub image display device 90 itself at the center upper position of the main image display device 9 by the rotation operation of left rotation or right rotation. When the sub image display device 90 is displaced, the displayed hold display is also displaced according to the inclination of the sub image display device 90. For example, when the sub image display device 90 rotates to the left, the hold display displayed on the sub image display device 90 operates to the left in accordance with the inclination. Further, when the sub image display device 90 rotates to the right, the hold display displayed on the sub image display device 90 operates so as to roll to the left in accordance with the inclination.

  FIG. 18 is an explanatory diagram showing a left rotation pattern hold change effect. The flow of the hold change effect of the left rotation pattern in the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. FIG. 18A shows that the left, middle, and right effect symbols 91 to 93 are changing in the main image display device 9. Further, at the bottom of the display screen of the sub-image display device 90, an area for displaying the total number (total pending storage count) that is the sum of the first reserved storage count and the second reserved storage count (total pending storage display section) 18c is provided. A plurality of hold displays H1 to H3 are displayed on the display screen of the sub-image display device 90 in the order of winning in the total hold storage display unit 18c.

  When the hold change effect is executed, the sub image display device 90 rotates counterclockwise as shown in FIG. In accordance with the rotation operation (positional displacement) of the sub-image display device 90, the plurality of hold displays H1 to H3 are displayed in an operation mode that uniformly rolls to the left. At this time, an effect display indicating that the hold display rolls in the display screen according to the gravity in accordance with the displacement of the sub-image display device 90 is performed. Here, the effect means that the displayed image is processed. For example, when the hold display is rolling, it is an image display in which the state of rotation is displayed as a circular arc around the hold display.

  When the sub-image display device 90 further rotates counterclockwise from the stage of FIG. 18B, an effect is produced in which a plurality of hold displays H1 to H3 collide as shown in FIG. 18C. In this case, an effect 60 indicating that the hold display has collided is displayed between the hold display H1 and the hold display H2, and between the hold display H2 and the hold display H3. Then, the display color of the second hold display H1, which is a specific hold display, in the combined hold storage display unit 18c changes from blue to red when the hold display collides. As a result, when the hold display is rolled and operated, the effect 60 indicating that the hold display collides is displayed.

  Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 18D, the sub-image display device 90 rotates clockwise and returns to the original position. At this time, the hold display that has collided also returns to the original position in accordance with the rotation operation of the sub-image display device 90. Further, in the main image display device 9, the left, middle, and right effect symbols 91 to 93 are stopped and displayed with the combination "3, 9, 4" of the outlier stop symbols. Next, as shown in FIG. 18E, the hold display H1 is erased, the hold display H2 and the hold display H3 are moved (shifted) to the left side of the display screen, and the variable display corresponding to the hold display H1 is started.

  As shown in FIG. 18C, the display mode of the hold display changes in accordance with the displacement caused by the rotation operation of the sub-image display device 90, so it is clear that the change display effect of the hold display is performed by the hold change effect. can do. Further, since the hold display is displaced by a uniform operation in accordance with the displacement due to the rotation operation of the sub image display device 90, the player can be focused on the movement of the hold display, and the interest of the game is improved.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 18 (b), the plurality of hold displays H1 to H3 are displayed by a display that rolls according to gravity in a uniform operation mode in accordance with the displacement of the sub-image display device 90, so that a plurality of players are displayed. You can pay attention to the movement of the hold display. Further, when a plurality of hold displays perform a uniform operation, the second hold display H2, which is a specific hold display, changes to a special display mode as shown in FIG. 18 (c). Therefore, when a plurality of hold displays are displaced in a uniform operation mode, it is possible to make the player pay attention to which hold display changes.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 18C, when the hold display is uniformly rolled and operated, the hold 60 is collided to display the effect 60 indicating that the collision has occurred. The entertainment of the game can be improved by the effect produced by the corresponding effect 60.

  FIG. 19 is an explanatory diagram showing a right rotation pattern hold change effect. The flow of the hold change effect of the right rotation pattern in the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. FIG. 19A shows that the left, middle, and right effect symbols 91 to 93 are changing in the main image display device 9. In addition, a plurality of hold displays H1 to H3 are displayed from the left on the display screen of the sub image display device 90 in the winning order in the combined hold storage display unit 18c of the sub image display device 90. Here, the target hold is the hold display H3 that is currently third.

  FIG. 19B shows a case where the variable display related to the hold display H2 is executed after the variable display related to the hold display H1 is executed from the stage of FIG. 19A. In FIG. 19B, two start winnings are generated before the variable display related to the hold display H2 is executed, and the hold display H4 and the hold display H5 are displayed after the target hold display. And, before the variable display of the hold display H3 which is the target display is started (during the execution of the variable display based on the hold storage of the hold display H2), the latest hold display (the hold display which has won the start most recently) The display color of the hold display H5 is changed from blue to red.

  Next, as shown in FIG. 19C, the display screen of the sub-image display device 90 rotates to the right. In accordance with the rotation operation (positional displacement) of the sub-image display device 90, the plurality of hold displays H3 to H5 are displayed in an operation mode that uniformly rolls to the right. At this time, an effect display indicating that the hold display rolls in the display screen according to the gravity in accordance with the displacement of the sub image display device 90 may be performed.

  When the sub image display device 90 further rotates to the right from the stage of FIG. 19 (c), an effect is produced in which a plurality of hold displays H3 to H5 collide as shown in FIG. 19 (d). In this case, an effect 60 indicating that the hold display has collided is displayed between the hold display H3 and the hold display H4 and between the hold display H4 and the hold display H5. Then, in the case of a collision of the hold display, the display color of the third hold display in the combined hold storage display unit 18c changes from the special red color to the normal blue color. Furthermore, the display color of the first hold display H3, which is a specific hold display, changes from blue to red. Therefore, it appears to the player that the display color of the hold display has moved from the hold display H5 to the hold display H3. In addition, the hold display H5 displayed in red in a special form is actually moved forward (moved to a position where it is first digested) from the hold display of the first hold display H3. You may make it look like the position (digestion order of hold display) has changed.

  Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 19E, the sub image display device 90 rotates counterclockwise and returns to the original position. At this time, the hold display that has collided also returns to the original position in accordance with the rotation operation of the sub-image display device 90. Further, in the main image display device 9, the left, middle, and right effect symbols 91 to 93 are stopped and displayed with the combination "3, 9, 4" of the outlier stop symbols. Next, as shown in FIG. 19 (f), the hold display H3 is erased, the hold display H4 and the hold display H5 are moved (shifted) to the left side of the display screen, and the variable display corresponding to the target hold display H3 is started. The

  With the series of hold change effects shown in FIGS. 19B to 19E, the display color of the hold display is changed, so that it can be shown to the player that the order of the hold display is changed. As shown in FIG. 18, when the sub image display device 90 rotates counterclockwise, the hold display is digested in the normal digest order. Also, as shown in FIG. 19, when the sub-image display device 90 rotates to the right, an effect is produced in which the hold display is digested differently from the normal digest order. In this way, the digestion order of the hold display is different between the left rotation and the right rotation, and therefore, the digestion order of the hold display can be noted.

  In addition, the following may be shown as a display mode which makes it show so that the digestion order of a hold display may differ. For example, as shown in FIG. 19B, when the sub image display device 90 performs three on-hold display in the order of blue, blue, and red and rotates the sub image display device 90 counterclockwise, the sub image display device 90, the leftmost blue hold display jumps out from the sub-image display device 90 onto the display screen of the main image display device 9, and the variable display based on the blue hold display is executed. You may do it. Further, when the sub image display device 90 is rotated to the right, the rightmost red hold display among the hold displays displayed on the sub image display device 90 is displayed from the sub image display device 90 to the main image display device 9. You may make it jump on the screen and execute the variable display based on the red hold display.

  FIG. 20 is a diagram showing the hold change effect determination table in a tabular format at the time of big hit and at the time of losing. FIG. 20A shows a big hit hold change effect determination table selected when the big hit display result is obtained. Also, FIG. 20B shows a loss change hold effect determination table selected at the time of loss. In each table, the relationship between the extracted value of SR2 and the type of hold change effect to be selected is associated. The production control microcomputer 100 (production control CPU 101) uses a random number (1 to 50 ranges) drawn from the random counter SR2 for determining the pending change production type and these tables, for example, FIG. The contents of the pending change effect shown in FIG. For SR2, the number of random values assigned for the sake of clarity is shown. The value of SR2 is assigned at different ratios depending on whether the displayed change effect type is a big hit or not. The effect control CPU 101 extracts the value of SR2 at a predetermined timing. The left rotation pattern hold change effect is the effect shown in FIG. 18, and the right rotation pattern hold change effect is the effect shown in FIG.

  As shown in FIG. 20, the effect control CPU 101 selects any one of the no-change-change effect type, the no-rotation pattern, the left-rotation pattern, and the right-rotation pattern depending on the SR2 value extracted at a predetermined timing. Decide on. Here, “no hold change effect” is a pattern in which no hold change effect is executed. The non-rotation pattern is a pattern in which the hold change effect is executed, but the hold display changes without the sub image display device 90 rotating.

  As shown in FIG. 20A, when the display result is a big hit, the value of SR2 extracted at a predetermined timing indicates that the type of hold change effect is “no hold change <no rotation pattern <left rotation pattern <right Random numbers are assigned at a selection ratio of “rotation pattern”. Also, as shown in FIG. 20B, when the display result is out of order, the type of the hold change effect is “no hold change> no rotation pattern> left rotation pattern depending on the value of SR2 extracted at a predetermined timing. Random numbers are assigned at a selection ratio of “> right rotation pattern”. Therefore, the big hit expectation degree is higher in the order of “no hold change <no rotation pattern <left rotation pattern <right rotation pattern”. Therefore, for example, the right rotation pattern is more easily selected at the time of big hit than at the time of loss.

  Thus, since the big hit expectation differs depending on the displacement mode of the sub-image display device 90, the player can be focused on the displacement mode of the sub-image display device 90. Note that the degree of expectation that the hold display changes may vary depending on the displacement mode of the sub image display device 90. The difference in the degree of expectation that the hold display changes is that the rate at which the hold display changes from the normal mode to the special mode is different. For example, the right rotation pattern may have a higher expectation that the hold change effect is executed than the left rotation pattern.

  FIG. 21 is a diagram showing the hold change timing determination table in a table format. The hold change timing determination table is a table used to determine at what timing the hold display of the target is changed in the non-rotation pattern or the left rotation pattern. The hold change timing determination table is stored in the ROM 102.

  The hold change timing determination table of FIG. 21 shows the change timing of the hold display when the combined hold number is 1-8. In the present embodiment, the variable display is performed in order by digesting in order from the leftmost hold memory among the hold memories (hold information) displayed on the combined hold memory display unit 18c. When the hold display based on the leftmost hold storage is erased, the hold display based on the next fluctuation is displayed on the leftmost side. Thus, the hold display moves (shifts) to the next hold display area at a predetermined timing. The execution timing of the hold change effect is the timing during the variable display executed after the hold display is shifted. Therefore, the timing at which the hold change effect is executed is determined by the relationship between the current combined hold storage number and the number of shifts of the hold display. The numbers shown in the table of FIG. 21 indicate the timing at which the hold change effect is executed as a percentage for each combined hold storage number, and “-” indicates that the hold change effect is not executed at this timing. Is shown.

  For example, when the total number of reserved storage is 3, the execution timing of the hold change effect is 70% when the hold display is shifted from 3 to 2, and 30% when the hold display is shifted from 2 to 1. A hold change effect is performed. In addition, when the total number of reserved storage is 2, the hold change effect is executed when the hold display is shifted from 2 to 1. As shown in FIG. 21, the execution timing of the hold change effect is set so that the execution rate increases as the timing becomes farther from the start of the target variation display. In addition, the execution timing of the hold change effect may be set such that the execution rate becomes higher as the timing closer to the start of the target variation display. Moreover, the change rate of the hold change effect may be assigned so that the execution timing of the hold change effect differs depending on whether the change result is a jackpot display result or a display result.

  FIG. 22 is a flowchart showing the prefetch notice process of S500 shown in FIG. In this embodiment, data constituting the start winning reception command buffer is stored in a predetermined area of the effect control buffer setting unit 194 formed in the RAM 103. The receiving command buffer at the time of starting winning is provided with a storage area (area corresponding to the buffer numbers “1” to “8”) corresponding to the maximum value (for example, “8”) of the total reserved storage number.

  When there is a start prize at the first start prize slot 13 or the second start prize slot 14, a symbol designation command, a variation type command, a start prize designation command (first or second start prize designation command), and a summation pending Four commands called a memory number designation command are transmitted as one set from the main board 31 to the effect control board 80. The effect control CPU 101 stores the data specifying the commands in the order received at the time of the start winning, from the head in the empty area of the start winning received command buffer. The empty area of the reception command buffer at the time of start winning, that is, the data in the area where no data is stored is “0000 (H)”. At the time of starting winning, command transmission is performed in the order of a symbol specifying command, a variation type command, a starting winning specifying command (first and second), and a combined pending storage number specifying command. Therefore, if the command is received normally, the symbol designation command, the variation type command, the start winning designation command, and the total pending storage number designation command are stored in the storage areas corresponding to the buffer numbers “1” to “8”. It will be stored in the order of.

  In the pre-reading notice process, the production control CPU 101 first checks the stored contents in the start winning reception command buffer to confirm whether or not the newly received command is the latest command, and adds the total pending storage number designation command. And a variation type command (a command for designating a variation pattern type at the time of starting winning) is determined (S501). If these commands do not exist in the latest area of the received command buffer at the time of the start winning prize (the area for storing the latest received command (the latest command) among the areas of the received command buffer at the time of the start winning prize), the processing ends. (N in S501). On the other hand, if these commands are received, it is determined whether or not the hold change effect restriction flag is set (S502). The hold change effect restriction flag is a flag that is set in S509 and restricts (inhibits) the execution of the hold change effect when the hold change effect is executed in the right rotation pattern. If the on-hold change effect restriction flag is set, the process is terminated (N in S502). Note that the pending change effect restriction flag is reset when the display of the change of the target that is the target of the prefetch notice ends.

  When the hold change effect restriction flag is not set, it is determined whether or not the total number of the current hold storage numbers is 2 or more (S503). Whether or not the total number of the current pending storage numbers is 2 or more is determined by the value of the total pending storage number designation command. If the total number of the current pending storage numbers is not 2 or more, the process is terminated (N in S503). In the present embodiment, since the hold change effect is executed after the start of the next change display after the currently executed change display (at the start), it is necessary that the total number of hold storage numbers is 2 or more. It is. In addition, not only one variable display period executed when the total number of reserved memories is one, but also when the variable time is shortened, such as when controlled in a short time state, the change change effect Since there is a possibility that sufficient time is not taken, it is possible to secure time for executing the hold change effect when the total number of the hold storage numbers is 2 or more. However, when the fluctuation time is long, the hold change effect may be executed even if the total number of the hold storage numbers is less than 2.

  If the total number of the current reserved memory numbers is 2 or more (Y in S503), it is determined whether or not the new reserved memory is the reach variation pattern type (S504). Whether or not the new hold storage is the reach variation pattern type is determined based on the variation type command stored in the start winning reception command buffer. Specifically, for example, if the random number value range shown in FIG. 7B is a variation type command based on a variation pattern type within the range of 180 to 251, it is determined as reach. If the new reserved storage is not the reach variation pattern type, the process is terminated (N in S504). Even if the variation pattern is not reach (for example, a variation type command based on a variation pattern type in which the random 2 numerical range in FIG. May be performed. If the new reserved memory is the reach variation pattern type (Y in S505), it is determined whether or not the new reserved memory is a big hit (S505). Whether or not the new reserved memory is a big hit is determined based on a variation type command or a symbol designating command.

  If it is determined in S505 that the new hold memory is a big hit, SR2 is extracted, and the type of the hold change effect is determined by the big hit time change change determination table shown in FIG. 20A (S506). Next, the process proceeds to S508. If it is determined in S505 that the new on-hold storage is out of date, SR2 is extracted, and the type of on-hold change effect is determined by the off-hold hold change effect determination table shown in FIG. 20B (S507). ). Next, the process proceeds to S508.

  In S508, it is determined whether or not the type of the hold change effect determined in S506 or S507 is a right rotation pattern. If it is a right rotation pattern (Y in S508), a hold change effect restriction flag is set (S509). The hold change effect restriction flag is stored in a predetermined area of the effect control buffer setting unit 194. Next, the timing at which the previous hold display in which the variable display based on the hold storage of the target is executed is determined as the hold change timing (the execution timing of the hold change effect) (S510). With the processing of S509 and S510, the hold change effect restriction flag is set, so that the execution of the hold change effect is restricted to the previous hold memory where the variable display based on the hold memory of the set target is executed. The Therefore, when the hold change effect is executed in the right rotation pattern, it is possible to prevent the order of digestion from becoming difficult to understand in the effect of displaying a plurality of hold displays to change the order of the hold display. . Next, the determined content is stored in a storage area (effect control buffer setting unit 194) provided in the RAM 103 (S511), and the process ends.

  In S508, when it is not a right rotation pattern (N of S508), it is determined whether there is no rotation or a left rotation pattern (S512). In the case of no rotation or left rotation pattern (Y in S512), the hold change timing is determined by the hold change timing determination table shown in FIG. 21 (S513). Next, the determined content is stored in a storage area provided in the RAM 103 (S511), and the process is terminated. In S512, if there is no rotation or no left rotation pattern (N in S512), that is, if the hold change effect is not executed, the process ends.

  FIG. 23 is a flowchart showing an effect symbol variation start process (S801) in the effect control process. In the effect symbol variation start process, the effect control CPU 101 performs the following process.

  In the effect symbol variation start process, it is confirmed whether or not the variation display result is determined to be off (S601). Whether or not it is determined to be out of place is determined by, for example, whether or not the display result 1 designation command is stored in the display result designation command storage area. If it is determined to be off, it is confirmed whether a command corresponding to the non-reach fluctuation pattern is received as the fluctuation pattern command (S602). Whether or not a command corresponding to the non-reach variation pattern has been received is determined by, for example, data stored in the variation pattern command storage area.

  If it is determined that the command corresponding to the non-reach variation pattern has been received, the display result of the loss that does not become reach is determined as the final stop of the effect symbol using the loss symbol determination data table stored in the ROM 102 (S604). The process proceeds to S616. In the loss symbol determination data table, the numerical data of SR1-1 to SR1-3 are associated with each of a plurality of types of effect symbols.

  In the processing of S604, numerical data (random numbers) is extracted from each of SR1-1 to SR1-3 at a predetermined timing, and the symbols corresponding to the extracted numerical data are respectively left and center using the outlier design determination data table. , It is determined as a combination of stop symbols resulting in a variation display result of the right effect symbol. In this way, when determining a combination of non-reach symbols, if the stop symbol corresponding to the extracted random number coincides with a combination of accidental jackpot symbols, it is corrected so as to be a combination of outlier symbols (for example, Each stop symbol is determined by correcting the right symbol by one symbol). In addition, when the stop symbol corresponding to the extracted random number is accidentally reached, it is corrected so that it becomes a combination of non-reach off symbols (for example, correction by shifting the right symbol by one symbol) and each stop symbol. Is determined.

  If it is determined in the process of S602 that the pattern is not a non-reach variation pattern (if it is determined that the pattern is a reach variation pattern), a stop symbol of the effect symbols constituting the combination of reach symbols is determined (S605), and the process proceeds to S616. In the process of S605, numerical data (random numbers) is extracted from each of SR1-1 to SR1-3 at a predetermined timing, and the symbol corresponding to the random number extracted from SR1-1 is extracted using the loss symbol determination data table. A symbol corresponding to a random number that matches the counter value extracted from SR1-2 is determined as a stop symbol of the middle symbol, which is determined as a stop symbol of each of the left and right effect symbols forming the reach state. In this case as well, when the symbol combination is accidentally a combination of symbols, the stop symbols are determined by correcting the symbols so that they become a combination of symbols that are out of place (for example, correction for shifting the middle symbol by one symbol).

  In addition, when it is not decided to make a shift in the processing of S601 (when it is decided to make a big hit) (N in S601), the production control CPU 101 displays the big hit symbol according to the type of the big win. A stop symbol of the effect symbols constituting the combination is determined (S603), and the process proceeds to S616.

  In S603, the winning symbol combination is determined according to the type of jackpot as follows. Based on which display result designation command of the display result 2 designation command and the display result 3 designation command is stored in the display result specifying command storage area, the type of jackpot between the probability big hit and the normal big hit When it is determined that it is determined to be a probability variation jackpot, numerical data (random number) is extracted from SR1-1 at a predetermined timing, and a combination of SR1-1 and probability variation jackpot symbol (for example, left, Use the data table (probability variable big hit symbol determination table) in which the relationship between the middle and right is an odd combination of odd numbers such as “7, 7, 7”, etc. The combination of is selected and determined. Also, when it is determined that it is determined to be a normal jackpot, numerical data (random numbers) is extracted from SR1-1 at a predetermined timing, and a combination of SR1-1 and a normal jackpot symbol (for example, left, middle, Using the data table (ordinary jackpot symbol determination table) in which the relationship with the right is a combination of even numbers such as “4,4,4” etc.), the combination of one of the normal jackpot symbols from the extracted value Select and decide. The symbol determined in this way is used as a final stop symbol which is a variation display result before being controlled to the big hit gaming state.

  Next, after executing an effect setting process (S616) for performing a process for setting various effects in the variable display (for example, a process of determining the type of result effect, etc.), the process proceeds to S617. The contents of the effect setting process will be described later with reference to FIG.

  In S617, the effect control pattern is determined as one of a plurality of types of effect control patterns. In S617, the symbol variation control pattern table is determined according to the variation pattern designated by the variation pattern designation command and the various effect control (effect operation) patterns designated by the effect control pattern of the effect determined in the process of S616. Is selected and determined as a pattern to be used for effect control, among various effect control patterns including a plurality of types of symbol variation control patterns stored in.

  In the control pattern table stored in the ROM 102, for example, in the display area of the main image display device 9 in the period from when the change of the effect symbol is started until the final effect symbol that is the final stop symbol is stopped and displayed. Data indicating the control contents of various effect operations such as effect display variation display operation, effect display operation in reach effect, effect display operation of hold change effect in display area of sub-image display device 90, and effect display operation in notice effect Are stored as a plurality of symbol variation control patterns.

  In addition, each symbol variation control pattern is, for example, an effect symbol variation display such as an effect control process timer setting value, an effect control process timer determination value, an effect display control data, voice control data, lamp control data, and an end code. The control data for controlling the various types of performance operations is included, and the contents of the various types of performance control, the timing of switching the performance control, and the like are set in time series.

  Subsequently, the process table according to the production | presentation control pattern selected by S617 is selected (S618). Then, a process timer (effect setting process timer) in the process data 1 of the selected process table is started (S619).

  When the process of S619 is executed, according to the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound number data 1), the rendering device (the main image display device 9 as a rendering component, as the rendering component) The control of the sub image display device 90, various lamps as a production component, and the speaker 27 as a production component is started (S620). For example, in accordance with the display control execution data, a command is output to the VDP 109 in order to display an image (including effect symbols) according to the variation pattern on the main image display device 9. Further, a control signal (lamp control execution data) is output to the lamp driver board 35 in order to perform lighting / extinguishing control of the light emitters such as various LEDs. 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.

  Then, a value corresponding to the fluctuation display time specified by the fluctuation pattern command is set in the fluctuation time timer (S621), and the value of the effect control process flag is set to a value corresponding to the effect symbol changing process (S802). A symbol variation start process is executed (S622). Then, the effect symbol variation start process ends.

  FIG. 24 is a flowchart showing the effect setting process (S616) in the effect symbol variation start process. FIG. 24 shows a process related to the hold change effect among the processes related to the setting of various effects included in the effect setting process. In the effect setting process, the effect control CPU 101 sets various effects to be executed in the hold change effect by performing the following process.

  In the effect setting process, various effects are executed based on the execution timing of the hold change effect determined in the pre-reading notice process. First, it is determined whether or not to execute a pending change effect of a non-rotating pattern (S631). If it is determined that the hold change effect of the non-rotation pattern is to be executed (Y in S631), the target hold display is set to be changed (S632), and the process ends. The presence / absence of execution of the pending change effect of the non-rotation pattern is determined by confirming the value of the effect control buffer setting unit 194 provided in the RAM 103.

  In S631, when the hold change effect of the non-rotation pattern is not executed (N of S631), it is determined whether or not the hold change effect of the left rotation pattern is executed (S633). When it is determined that the rotation change hold effect is to be executed (Y in S633), as shown in FIGS. 18B and 18C, the sub image display device 90 (sub liquid crystal) is rotated to the left. Setting is made (S634). Next, as shown in FIG. 18B, the hold display is set to operate so as to roll according to the inclination of the sub liquid crystal. Also, as shown in FIG. 18 (c), it is set to generate an effect at the time of collision (S635). Next, as shown in FIG. 18C, the target hold display is set to be changed (S636). Next, as shown in FIGS. 18C and 18D, the sub liquid crystal is set to return to the original position (S637), and the process is terminated.

  In S633, if the left rotation pattern hold change effect is not executed (N in S633), it is determined whether or not the right rotation pattern hold change effect is executed (S638). When the hold change effect of the right rotation pattern is not executed (N in S638), this corresponds to the case where the hold change effect is not executed, and in this case, the process ends. If it is determined to execute the hold change effect of the right rotation pattern (Y in S638), if there are two or more current hold memories (this means that the change order of the hold change changes as will be described later). In order to show it, it is determined whether or not there are two or more). As shown in FIG. 19B, the latest hold display is set to be changed (S639). However, if there is only one current hold memory, the hold display is set not to change. Thus, in the right rotation pattern, if there are two or more current hold memories, the latest hold display is changed instead of the target hold display.

  Next, the sub image display device 90 (sub liquid crystal) is set to rotate right (S640). Next, as shown in FIG. 19C, the hold display is set to operate so as to roll according to the inclination of the sub liquid crystal. In addition, as shown in FIG. 19D, it is set so that an effect is generated at the time of collision (S641). Next, as shown in FIG. 19D, the target hold display is set to be changed (S642). Further, as shown in FIGS. 19C and 19D, if there is a holding display that is changing, the display is set to be displayed in the normal mode. Next, as shown in FIGS. 19D and 19E, the sub liquid crystal is set to return to the original position (S643), and the process is terminated.

  Based on the setting as described above, effects such as a non-rotation pattern, a left rotation pattern, and a right rotation pattern are performed. Each of the non-rotation pattern, the left rotation pattern, and the right rotation pattern has a predetermined execution schedule (execution timing) for each effect mode set as described above. In the effect setting process, the execution timing data Are set according to the non-rotation pattern, the left rotation pattern, and the right rotation pattern. For example, in the left rotation pattern, the rotation operation and the hold change effect of the sub image display device 90 as shown in FIGS. 18B and 18C are executed in the effect symbol variation process of S802 in FIG.

  As shown in S638 to S642, in the clockwise rotation pattern, control is performed to execute fake hold display for the latest hold display, and then the target hold display is changed and the fake hold display is displayed in a normal manner. Set to perform control. In this way, it is possible to change the order of holdings displayed in a special manner, as if the order of digestion of the holding display has changed. Therefore, the left rotation pattern and the right rotation pattern can be displayed so that the digest order of the hold display is different. In other words, when the sub image display device 90 (sub liquid crystal) is tilted to one side and tilted to the other side, the order in which the hold display corresponding to the variable display is erased when the variable display is started is different. You can make it. Therefore, it is possible to make the player pay attention to the order of digestion of the hold display.

[Second Embodiment]
The second embodiment of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings. FIG. 25 is an explanatory diagram showing a hold change effect in the second embodiment. In the hold change effect in the second embodiment, the hold display displayed on the sub-image display device 90 is different from that in the first example. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 25A, a leader line and a number are displayed for the hold display. The number given to the hold display is for indicating the order of starting winnings.

  25A to 25D show a series of hold change effects. As shown in FIG. 25A, when the target hold display is digested first, the third winning display is displayed in a special manner. Next, as shown in FIG. 25B, an effect is produced in which the sub image display device 90 is rotated rightward a plurality of times. During the rotation, the hold display is displayed in the sub-image display device 90 so as to be stirred. In addition, when the display for stirring the hold display is performed, the effect 60 is displayed due to the collision between the hold displays.

  Next, as shown in FIG. 25 (c), display is made so that the hold display written as 3 on the leader line moves to the position where it is first digested. In addition, on the screen of the main image display device 9, the effect symbol is stopped and displayed by the combination of the shifted symbols. At this time, the hold display that has collided also returns to the original position in accordance with the rotation operation of the sub-image display device 90. Next, as shown in FIG. 25 (d), the hold display written as 3 by the leader line is erased, and the variable display based on the hold display is started. In this way, since the hold display that was scheduled to be digested third can be displayed so as to be digested first, it is possible to make the digest order of the hold display different. It should be noted that a number may be added to the hold display itself, rather than a number attached to the leader line. In addition, in the hold display, the display regarding the number may not be performed.

Next, main effects obtained by the embodiment described above will be described.
(1) As shown in FIG. 18C, the display mode of the hold display changes in accordance with the displacement of the sub image display device 90, so that the change in the hold display due to the hold change effect can be clarified. Further, since the hold display is displaced in accordance with the displacement of the sub-image display device 90, the player can be focused on the movement of the hold display, and the interest of the game is improved.

  (2) As shown in FIG. 18C, when a uniform operation is performed on a plurality of hold displays, the second hold display H2, which is a specific hold display, changes to a special display mode. . Therefore, when a plurality of hold displays are displaced in a uniform operation mode, attention can be paid to the movement of the plurality of hold displays, and it can be noted which of the hold displays changes.

  (3) As shown in FIG. 18C, when the hold display is rolled and operated, the effect 60 indicating that the hold display is collided and the collision is displayed is displayed. The entertainment of the game can be improved by the effect 60 according to the effect.

  (4) As shown in FIG. 18 and FIG. 19, the left rotation pattern and the right rotation pattern can be displayed so that the display order of the hold display is different. Can be made.

  (5) As shown in FIG. 20, the displacement mode of the sub-image display device 90 when the hold change effect is executed differs depending on whether the display result is a big hit display result or not. Therefore, since the big hit expectation differs depending on the displacement mode of the sub image display device 90, the player can be focused on the displacement mode of the sub image display device 90.

  (6) As shown in FIG. 4, the liquid crystal display control board in the sub-image display device 90 includes a varistor 460, a capacitor 462, bidirectional Zener diodes 464, 466, 474, ferrite beads 468, 470, a capacitor 472, A device for removing various noises such as a bidirectional Zener diode 474 is provided. Therefore, noise countermeasures in the displaceable sub-image display device 90 can be strengthened.

Next, modifications, feature points, and the like of the embodiment described above are listed below.
(1) In the above-described embodiment, the sub image display device 90 automatically operates in a pattern set in advance by a movement control command from the effect control CPU 101. However, the sub image display device 90 may be operated by the player operating the stick controller 122 or the like. For example, if the player tilts the stick controller 122 to the right, the sub image display device 90 may rotate to the right, and if the player tilts to the left, the sub image display device 90 may rotate to the left. Further, the sub image display device 90 may be rotated once as the player rotates the stick controller 122 once. Further, an operation promotion effect (for example, “turn to the right”) that prompts the operation of the stick controller 122 may be displayed on the main image display device 9.

  (2) In the embodiment described above, the sub image display device 90 may be provided on the game frame side. For example, the sub image display device 90 may be provided in the vicinity of the hit ball supply tray 3 so that it can be operated by the player's hand. Then, the screen of the sub image display device 90 may be formed with a touch panel. In such a case, the hold display may be moved by the player directly pressing or sliding the screen of the sub-image display device 90. Then, the hold change may be performed by such an intuitive operation of the player.

  (3) In the above-described embodiment, the example in which the effect 60 is displayed when the hold display collides with each other is shown. However, the effect 60 may be displayed when the hold display hits a frame portion on the screen of the sub image display device 90.

  (4) In the above-described embodiment, the pachinko gaming machine 1 is provided with a sensor such as an infrared sensor so that the sub-image display device 90 is displaced on condition that the player's operation is detected by the infrared sensor. Also good. Then, the hold change effect may be executed by the operation of the sub image display device 90.

  (5) In the above-described embodiment, the active display corresponding to the variable display may be executed during the execution of the variable display by the hold display erased from the combined hold storage display unit 18c. For example, after the display mode of the hold display is changed on the sub image display device 90, the hold display is displayed on the main image display device 9 as the active display, and the display mode of the active display is changed during the variable display. You may make it do. In addition, an area in which active display is performed is provided in the display screen of the sub image display device 90, and the active display is changed by the displacement of the sub image display device 90 when active display is performed in the area. May be.

  (6) In the embodiment described above, a plurality of sub-image display devices 90 may be provided. Alternatively, the plurality of sub image display devices 90 may be displaced so that the sub image display devices 90 are combined. Further, when combined, the hold change effect may be displayed across two or more screens. Further, the number of movements and operation modes of the sub image display device 90 may be changed according to the degree of big hit expectation and the degree of pending change expectation.

  (7) In the above-described embodiment, the example in which the sub image display device 90 rotates to the left and right in the horizontal direction with respect to the main image display device 9 has been described. However, the sub image display device 90 may be rotated in the vertical direction with respect to the main image display device 9. For example, the mode of the hold change effect may be different depending on whether the sub image display device 90 rotates forward or backward. In such a case, a liquid crystal may also be provided on the back side of the sub image display device 90. Then, the hold display displayed on the back side of the liquid crystal may be different in form such as color and shape from the hold display displayed on the front side.

  (8) In the above-described embodiment, it has been shown that only when the sub-image display device 90 rotates to the right, the display order of the pending display is different. It may be displayed differently. Further, the hold change effect using the hold change timing determination table may be performed in a right rotation pattern. In such a case, the ratio of the hold change effect to be executed may be different between the right rotation pattern and the left rotation pattern.

  (9) In the above-described embodiment, as shown in FIG. 22, there are cases where the pre-reading notice is executed or the pre-reading notice is not executed depending on the current number of reserved memories. Regardless of the case, it may be executed.

  (10) In the above-described embodiment, the case where only one hold display is changed is shown, but a plurality of hold displays may be changed simultaneously. In addition, when a plurality of hold displays change, the number of change hold displays may be changed based on an advantageous state for the player such as a big hit expectation degree.

  (11) In the above-described embodiment, the sub image display device 90 may be shaken (operated) by a character or the like displayed on the main image display device 9. Further, the sub image display device 90 may be shaken (operated) by operating the accessory provided in the pachinko gaming machine 1.

  (12) In the above-described embodiment, the execution timing of the hold change effect by the operation of the sub image display device 90 is in the variable display. However, the execution timing of the hold change effect by the operation of the sub image display device 90 may be during the big hit round. In such a case, in one of the big hit rounds, the hold change is made as a hold continuous notice indicating that there is hold information (holding storage) as a jackpot display result in the currently stored hold information. An effect may be executed.

  (13) In the above-described embodiment, the current reserved memory number may be indicated separately from the hold display displayed on the sub-image display device 90. Specifically, the current reserved storage number may be displayed as a number on the display screen of the sub image display device 90 or the display screen of the main image display device 9. Further, it may be indicated by a holding display such as a circle instead of a number. Further, the current number of reserved memories may be indicated by the number of lamps lit. Such a mode indicating the number of reserved memories is displayed in a mode that does not operate regardless of the inclination of the sub-image display device 90 (for example, although the number is increased or decreased, the position does not move). Therefore, even when the sub image display device 90 is displaced, the number of hold displays can be easily recognized.

  (14) In the embodiment described above, a plurality of inclinations may be provided when the sub image display device 90 is displaced. For example, the sub-image display device 90 is provided with two stages of inclination, and when the inclination is small (for example, when it is inclined 30 degrees), the uniform operation of the hold display is also small, so that it operates slowly and is large. When tilted (for example, tilted by 60 degrees), the uniform operation of the hold display has a large tilt. In such a case, the effect when the hold display collides may be changed depending on the inclination of the sub-image display device 90, or the rate of change may be different. Specifically, when the inclination of the sub image display device 90 is large, the hold display operates faster than when the sub image display device 90 is small, the effect at the time of the collision is displayed large, and the expectation that the hold display changes is also high. May be set.

  (15) In the embodiment described above, a pachinko machine is taken as an example of the gaming machine, but in the various effects shown in the embodiment described above, medals are inserted and a predetermined number of bets are set, and the player operates When a combination of stop symbols becomes a specific symbol combination when a plurality of types of symbols are rotated according to the operation of the lever and the symbols on the display means are stopped according to the stop button operation by the player. The present invention can also be applied to a slot machine (slot machine) in which medals are paid out to a player. Specifically, in a display device such as an effect display device provided in the slot machine, a main image display device and a sub image display device are provided. In the sub image display device, various types as described in the above embodiments are provided. You may make it perform control which performs an effect.

  (16) In the above-described embodiment, in order to notify the microcomputer for effect control of the change pattern indicating the change mode such as the change display time, the type of reach effect, and the presence / absence of the pseudo-ream, the change control time is 1 Although an example in which one variation pattern command is transmitted is shown, the variation pattern may be notified to the effect control microcomputer by two or more commands. Specifically, in the case of notifying by two commands, the game control microcomputer uses the first command to indicate whether there is a pseudo-ream, a slip effect, etc. before reaching (so-called second if not reaching). A command indicating the change display time and change mode before the stop) is transmitted, and the second command is a so-called second in the case of reaching the reach such as the type of reach and the presence / absence of a re-lottery effect. You may make it transmit the command which shows the fluctuation | variation display time and fluctuation | variation aspect (after a stop). In this case, the effect control microcomputer may perform effect control in the variable display based on the variable display time derived from the combination of the two commands. In the game control microcomputer, the variable display time is notified by each of the two commands, and the specific control mode executed at each timing is selected by the production control microcomputer. May be. When two commands are sent, the two commands may be transmitted within the same timer interrupt. After the first command is transmitted, a predetermined period elapses (for example, the next timer interrupt). The second command may be transmitted. Note that the variation mode indicated by each command is not limited to this example, and the order of transmission can be appropriately changed. Thus, by notifying the variation pattern by two or more commands, the amount of data that must be stored as the variation pattern command can be reduced. In the configuration in which the change pattern is notified to the effect control microcomputer by two commands in this way, the determination result of the display result by the effect process at the time of winning in the second command after transmitting the first command, Alternatively, the prefetch determination information such as the variation pattern type may be transmitted, and the prefetch notice effect may be executed based on the reception of the second command.

  (17) In the above-described embodiment, the effect 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 effect device is mounted. May be mounted on one substrate. Further, a first effect control board (display control board) on which a circuit for controlling the main image display device 9 and the like is mounted and a circuit for controlling other effect devices (lamps, LEDs, speakers 27R, 27L, etc.) are mounted. You may make it provide two board | substrates with the made 2nd production control board | substrate.

  (18) 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 is not connected to another board (for example, FIG. (Sound / lamp board having a function of a circuit mounted on the sound output board 70 and a function mounted on the lamp driver board 35 and a function of a circuit mounted on the lamp driver board 35). An effect 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 voice 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 main image display device 9. You may make it transmit to 100. Even in that case, the effect control microcomputer 100 performs the display control in accordance with the effect control command received directly from the game control microcomputer 560 in the above-described embodiment. Display control can be performed in response to commands received from the board 35 or the sound / lamp board. In the case of such a configuration, various determinations performed by the production control microcomputer 100 in the above-described embodiment may be similarly performed by the production control microcomputer 100, or audio output is performed. Control means such as a microcomputer mounted on the board 70, the lamp driver board 35, or the sound / lamp board may be used.

  (19) The embodiment described above can also be applied to an apparatus such as a game machine that simulates the operation of the pachinko gaming machine 1. The program and data for realizing the above-described embodiment are not limited to a form distributed and provided to a computer apparatus or the like by a detachable recording medium, but a storage apparatus that the computer apparatus or the like has in advance. You may take the form that is distributed by pre-installing. Furthermore, the program and data for realizing the present invention are distributed by downloading from other devices on a network connected via a communication line or the like by providing a communication processing unit. It doesn't matter. The game embodiment is not only executed by attaching a removable recording medium, but can also be executed by temporarily storing a program and data downloaded via a communication line or the like in an internal memory or the like. It is also possible to execute directly using hardware resources on the other device side on a network connected via a communication line or the like. Further, the game can be executed by exchanging data with other computer devices or the like via a network.

  (20) In the above-described embodiment, a gaming machine that pays out game media to a player's hand in response to the occurrence of a win has been described, but the game media is enclosed and the game media is transferred to the player in response to the occurrence of a win. An enclosed game machine that adds game points (scores) without paying out to the player may be adopted. The enclosed game machine has a circulation path for circulating a plurality of balls, which are examples of game media, in the game machine, and is provided with a storage unit for storing game points. The game points are added to the storage unit, the game points are subtracted from the storage unit in response to the ball launching operation, and the game points are added to the storage unit in response to the occurrence of a prize. In addition, the gaming machine has a configuration in which a game board that forms a game area into which a game ball is driven is attached to a game frame provided with a launching device and a ball payout device. The basic functions may be shared, and only the game board having the characteristic structure of the game may be distributed. In this case, the game board having the characteristic structure of the game is referred to as a game machine. Such a sealed game machine may be provided with a function of counting game points and transmitting the counting result to a card unit as an example of a recording medium processing device (game device). In this case, it is desirable to provide counting operation means (counting button) for instructing counting of game points in the enclosed game machine. For example, the counting result of the game points is converted into “score points” and directly recorded on a “recording medium carried by the player” such as a card or terminal inserted (accepted) in the card unit. . Alternatively, the score management server connected to the card unit manages the card ID recorded on the recording medium, and transmits the counting result from the card unit to the score management server. You may make it memorize | store a player's score.

  (21) In the above-described embodiment, an example in which 15 rounds of normal big hits and 15 rounds of probable big hits are provided as the big hit types. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, a big hit type of three or more rounds may be provided, such as a big hit of 15 rounds, a big hit of 10 rounds, a big hit of 5 rounds, and a big hit of 2 rounds. Good. In that case, for example, the big hit type is classified into a big hit type group (for example, a big hit of 15 rounds, a big hit of 10 rounds) and a big hit type group (for example, five rounds) where a winning ball is difficult to obtain. And the 2nd special symbol is set so that the ratio of the big hit type of the big hit type group where the prize ball is easily obtained is higher than the 1st special symbol. May be.

  (22) In the above-described embodiment, a plurality of types of special symbols composed of numbers indicating “0” to “9”, symbols indicating “−”, or lighting patterns of segments not limited to numbers and symbols. An example of variable display (variable display) is shown. However, the variable display result (variable display result) displayed on the first special symbol display 8a and the second special symbol display 8b and the special symbol variably displayed are numbers such as “0” to “9” and “−”. It is not limited to what is comprised from the symbol etc. which show "." For example, the lighting pattern during the variable display of the special symbol may include a pattern in which all the LEDs are turned off, and a pattern in which all the LEDs are turned off and at least a part of the LEDs are turned on (for example, a lost symbol). Are also included in the special symbol variable display (in this case, the one pattern (for example, the lost symbol) appears to blink). Further, the special symbol displayed during variable display may be different from the special symbol displayed as the variable display result. As a variable display of the special symbol, for example, “−” is blinked, and as a variable display result, other special symbols (“7” for “big hit”, “1” for “lost”, etc.) Is also included in the special symbol variable display. Further, the variable display of the decorative design includes, for example, blinking display or scroll display of one type of decorative design. The lighting pattern during variable display of normal symbols may include a pattern in which all LEDs are turned off, and a pattern in which all LEDs are turned off and one pattern in which at least some LEDs are turned on (for example, a lost pattern). Repeating alternately is also included in the variable symbol display. Also, the decorative symbol or normal symbol displayed during variable display may be different from the decorative symbol or normal symbol displayed as a variable display result.

  (23) In the embodiment described above, after the variable display result when the display result of the variable display is determined to be the probability variation jackpot is derived and displayed, after the jackpot gaming state ends, the probability display state is unconditionally changed. An example of controlled probability state control is shown. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the probability variation determination device that is controlled to the probability variation state when the detection means detects that the game ball has passed through a specific area provided in the special winning opening in the special variable winning ball device 20. A type of probabilistic state control may be performed.

  (24) In the above-described embodiment, the “ratio (ratio, probability)” has been described with a specific value exceeding 0% as a specific example. However, the “ratio (ratio, probability)” may be 0%. For example, when the occurrence ratio of a predetermined game state 1 in a predetermined game period is compared with the occurrence ratio of another game state 2, and “one occurrence ratio is higher than the other occurrence ratio” This includes the case where the percentage of occurrence of one game state is 0%.

  (25) It should be noted that the embodiment disclosed this time is illustrative in all respects and not restrictive. The scope of the present invention is defined by the terms of the claims, rather than the description above, and is intended to include any modifications within the scope and meaning equivalent to the terms of the claims.

  DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Pachinko machine, 8a 1st special symbol display device, 8b 2nd special symbol display device, 9 main image display device, 90 sub image display device, 100 production control microcomputer, 560 game control microcomputer.

Claims (3)

A gaming machine that performs variable display and can be controlled to an advantageous state advantageous to the player,
First display means for performing variable display;
Hold storage means capable of storing information related to variable display as hold information;
A second display means provided separately from the first display means for performing a hold display corresponding to the hold information;
Display control means for controlling display of the first display means and the second display means;
Position control means for performing control to displace the position of the second display means,
The display control means includes
According to the displacement of the position of the second display means by the position control means, it is possible to change the display mode of the hold display to a special mode that suggests being controlled to the advantageous state,
Even when the position of the second display means is not displaced, it is possible to change the display mode of the hold display to the special mode,
A gaming machine that causes the first display means to display to indicate the number of the hold displays. A control board that is movable with the second display means and controls display by the second display means;
The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein the control board includes a noise suppression unit in a signal input / output circuit. It further comprises operating means that can be operated by the player,
The gaming machine according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the position control means performs control for displacing the position of the second display means in accordance with an operation of the operation means.

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