JP6216752B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine, and relates to a gaming machine capable of displaying a holding object corresponding to determination information on a predetermined display means.

  Conventionally, when a game ball enters a start opening provided in the game area, the gaming machine stores the right of lottery lottery (determination information) in a storage area up to a predetermined number. A device that displays a hold object corresponding to determination information on a predetermined display means is known.

  For example, Patent Literature 1 discloses a game table that can display a hold icon on the display unit 208 and can change the display mode of the hold icon.

JP2013-146638A (see FIG. 18)

  By the way, although the said patent document 1 suddenly changes the display mode of a holding | maintenance object (holding icon) and attracts the player's interest in a game, it is a game whether the display mode of a holding | maintenance object changes. It is not intended to suggest.

  For this reason, the above-mentioned Patent Document 1 has room for improvement in that the player is more interested in the game by suggesting whether or not the display mode of the held object changes.

  An object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine that can enhance the interest in the effects of the game by attracting the player's interest in the game more in light of the above-described conventional situation.

To achieve the above object, a game machine according to the present invention includes an acquisition unit for acquiring determination information to trigger the establishment of acquisition conditions, based on the acquired determination information by the acquisition unit, advantageous to the player determination judging means for judging whether or not a special game, and has been determined information can store up to a predetermined number of memory means acquired by the acquisition unit, the determination information stored in said storage means by said determining means before being, displayed the a pre-determined pre-determining means whether or not the performing special game, a hold object corresponding to the determination information stored in said storage means in a predetermined display unit in a predetermined display mode a hold display control means for, when the holding object is displayed by the hold display control means, on a predetermined display unit, the display mode of the pending objects predetermined period discerning And a presentation control means capable of causing the hiding effect of displaying the predetermined image to be the ability or identification difficult concealed, the hold display control means, based on a determination result of the pre-determination means , it is possible to display a display mode of the hold object is changed to a specific display mode suggesting that there is a high possibility that the special game is performed, the effect control means, the hold object the specific before being changed to the display mode, it is possible to perform the concealing effect, in the concealment effect, first order to only the hold objects to be changed to the specific display form on the concealed and when to perform first concealment effect of displaying the predetermined image, a plurality of the hold Obuji including the hold objects to be changed to the specific display manner And when to perform the second concealment effect of displaying the second predetermined image to be a transfected into the concealed, there is, prior to causing said first concealing effect or the second concealment effect, the suspended object there it possible to perform the suggested effect of displaying the different suggestion image from said first predetermined image and the second predetermined image a suggestive image that is subject to change, the suggestion effect includes when the first concealment effect takes place, at the when the second concealment effect is performed, the Ri content suggestion image different, even if the suggested effect is performed, the hiding effect is not performed that there is a time, and wherein.

  Further, the effect control means of the gaming machine according to the present invention can cause the concealment effect to be performed even when the reserved object is not changed to the specific display mode, and the first concealment effect is provided. When the second concealment effect is performed, the reserved object is more easily changed to the specific display mode than when the second concealment effect is performed.

  According to the gaming machine of the present invention, it is possible to improve the interest of the game effect by attracting the player's interest in the game.

It is a front view of a gaming machine. It is a perspective view of a gaming machine showing a state where a glass frame is opened. It is a perspective view of the gaming machine showing the back side. It is a block diagram of the whole gaming machine. It is a figure which shows a jackpot determination table. It is a figure which shows a symbol determination table. It is a figure which shows the variation pattern determination table of a special symbol. It is a figure which shows the prior determination table of jackpot lottery. It is a figure which shows the table regarding a normal symbol and a starting movable piece. It is a figure which shows a pending | holding display mode determination table. It is a figure which shows the concealment effect aspect determination table. It is a figure which shows the main process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the timer interruption process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the input control process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the 1st start port detection switch input process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the special figure special electric control process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the special symbol memory | storage determination process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the jackpot determination process in the main control board. It is a figure which shows the special symbol fluctuation | variation process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the special symbol stop process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the jackpot game process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the jackpot game end process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the small hit game process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the common figure normal electric power control process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the normal symbol fluctuation | variation process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the normal electric accessory control process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the classification of the command transmitted to a production | presentation control board from a main control board. It is a figure which shows the main process in an effect control part. It is a figure which shows the timer interruption process in an effect control part. It is a figure which shows the command analysis process (1) in an effect control part. It is a figure which shows the command analysis process (2) in an effect control part. It is a figure which shows the pending | holding display mode determination process in an effect control part. It is a figure which shows the change effect pattern determination process in an effect control part. It is a figure which shows the pending | holding display mode update process in an effect control part. It is the figure which showed an example of the production | presentation aspect displayed on an image display apparatus.

  Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be specifically described with reference to the drawings.

(Configuration of gaming machine 1)
First, the configuration of the gaming machine 1 will be specifically described with reference to FIGS. FIG. 1 is an example of a front view of a gaming machine 1 according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 2 is an example of a perspective view of the gaming machine 1 in a state where the glass frame is opened in the embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 3 is a perspective view of the back side of the gaming machine 1 according to the embodiment of the present invention.

  The gaming machine 1 includes an outer frame 60 attached to an island facility of a game store, and a glass frame 50 that is rotatably supported by the outer frame 60 (see FIGS. 1 and 2). Further, the outer frame 60 is provided with a game board 2 in which a game area 6 in which game balls flow down is formed.

  The glass frame 50 has an audio output device 32 composed of a speaker, a frame illumination device 34b having a plurality of lamps (LEDs), an effect button 35 for changing the effect mode by a pressing operation, and at least two directions (normally) A cross key 36 that can be pressed in four directions is provided.

  The audio output device 32 outputs BGM (background music), SE (sound effect), and the like, and performs effects by sound. Further, the frame illumination device 34b is configured to provide lighting effects by changing the light irradiation direction and emission color of each lamp, and is provided at a plurality of positions.

The effect button 35 is provided with an effect button detection switch 35a. When the effect button detection switch 35a detects the player's operation, a further effect is executed according to the operation. Similarly, the cross key 36 is also provided with a cross key detection switch 36b so that the player can input predetermined information to the gaming machine 1 (see FIG. 4).
In particular, in the present embodiment, the effect button 35 is configured to be movable in the vertical direction by the effect button drive motor 35b (see FIG. 4).

  Further, the glass frame 50 is provided with an operation handle 3 for launching a game ball toward the game area 6 by being rotated, and a tray 40 for storing a plurality of game balls. The game ball has a downward slope so that the game ball flows down toward the direction of the operation handle 3 (see FIG. 2). A receiving opening for receiving a game ball is provided at the downwardly inclined end portion of the receiving tray 40. The game ball received in the receiving opening is driven by the ball feed solenoid 4b, so that the glass frame 50 One game ball is sent to the ball feed opening 41 provided on the back surface one by one.

  Then, the game ball sent out to the ball feed opening 41 is guided to the end of the downward slope of the launch rail 42 by the launch rail 42 having a downward slope toward the launching member 4c. A stopper 43 for stopping and stopping the game ball is provided above the downwardly inclined end portion of the launch rail 42. One game ball is stopped at the section (see FIG. 2).

  When the player touches the operation handle 3, the touch sensor 3a (see FIG. 4) provided inside the operation handle 3 detects that the operation handle 3 and the player are in contact with each other. Thereafter, when the player rotates the operation handle 3, the launch volume 3b directly connected to the operation handle 3 also rotates, and the launch intensity of the game ball is adjusted by the launch volume 3b. The launch member 4c directly connected to the solenoid 4a for rotation rotates. As the launch member 4c rotates, the launch ball 4c launches the game ball stored at the end of the downward slope of the launch rail 42, and the game ball is launched into the game area 6.

  When the game ball fired as described above rises between the rails 5a and 5b from the launch rail 42 and exceeds the ball return prevention piece 5c, the game ball reaches the game area 6 and then freely falls within the game area 6. . At this time, the game ball falls unpredictably by a plurality of nails and windmills provided in the game area 6.

  In the game area 6 of the game board 2, there are various winning ports (general winning port 12, normal symbol gate 13, first starting port 14, second starting port 15, first grand winning port 16, second large winning port. 17), an image display device 31, and a decorative member 7 so as to surround the display area of the image display device 31.

  On the other hand, outside the game area 6 of the game board 2, the first special symbol display device 20, the second special symbol display device 21, the normal symbol display device 22, and the first special symbol hold display 23 A second special symbol hold indicator 24 and a normal symbol hold indicator 25 are provided.

  The game area 6 is provided with a plurality of general winning ports 12 through which game balls can enter (enter), and these general winning ports 12 are provided with a general winning port detection switch 12a. When the general winning opening detection switch 12a detects the entry of a game ball, a predetermined prize ball (for example, 10 game balls) is paid out.

  In addition, a first start port 14 and a second start port 15 that constitute a start region in which a game ball can enter (enter) are provided in a region below the center of the game region 6.

  The second starting port 15 has a starting movable piece 15b, and is in a closed mode in which the starting movable piece 15b stands vertically and an open mode in which the starting movable piece 15b is tilted forward. Movable controlled. At this time, when the second starting port 15 is controlled in the above-described opening mode, the starting movable piece 15b functions as a tray, and it is easy to enter the game ball into the second starting port 15. That is, when the second start port 15 is in the closed mode, there is no opportunity for entering a game ball, and when it is in the closed mode, the opportunity for entering a game ball is increased compared to the open mode.

  Here, the first start port 14 is provided with a first start port detection switch 14a for detecting the entrance of a game ball, and the second start port 15 is provided with a second start port detection switch for detecting the entrance of a game ball. 15a is provided. Then, when the first start port detection switch 14a or the second start port detection switch 15a detects the entry of a game ball, a special symbol determination random number value for performing a “big hit lottery” described later is acquired.

  In addition, when the first start port detection switch 14a or the second start port detection switch 15a detects the entrance of a game ball, in addition to the special symbol determination random number value, a special symbol to be stopped and displayed is determined. The jackpot symbol random number value, the reach determination random number value, and the special symbol variation random value value for determining the variation time of the special symbol are also acquired.

  Further, even when the first start port detection switch 14a or the second start port detection switch 15a detects the entry of a game ball, the same as when the general winning port detection switch 12a detects the winning of a game ball, Prize balls (for example, three game balls) are paid out.

  Further, in the left and right areas of the game area 6, normal symbol gates 13 constituting normal areas through which game balls can pass are provided.

  The normal symbol gate 13 is provided with a gate detection switch 13a for detecting the passage (entrance) of the game ball. Then, when a game ball passes through the normal symbol gate 13, the gate detection switch 13a detects the passage of the game ball, and acquires a normal symbol determination random number value for performing “normal symbol lottery” described later.

  In addition, when the gate detection switch 13a detects the passing of the game ball, in addition to the normal symbol determination random number value, the normal symbol stop random number value for determining the normal symbol to be stopped and the normal symbol A random time value for determining the fluctuation time is also acquired.

  Further, in the area on the right side of the game area 6, in addition to the normal symbol gate 13 that constitutes the normal area through which the game ball can pass, the first big winning opening 16 through which the game ball can enter and the game ball enter. A second grand prize winning port 17 capable of balling is also provided.

  For this reason, the game balls are configured not to win the first big prize opening 16 and the second big prize opening 17 unless the operation handle 3 is rotated and the game ball is launched with a strong force.

  The first grand prize opening 16 is normally kept closed by the first big prize opening opening / closing door 16b, and it is impossible to enter a game ball. In contrast, when a special game, which will be described later, is started, the first grand prize opening opening / closing door 16b is opened, and the first big prize opening opening / closing door 16b puts the game ball in the first big winning opening 16; It functions as a receiving tray that guides the game ball and can enter the first grand prize opening 16. The first grand prize opening 16 is provided with a first big prize opening detection switch 16a. When the first big prize opening detection switch 16a detects the entry of a game ball, a predetermined prize ball (for example, 15 game balls) are paid out.

  A second grand prize opening opening / closing door 17b is provided at the right end of the second big prize opening 17 and moves to one of the second big prize opening 17 by moving one of the second big prize opening opening / closing doors 17b as a fulcrum. An open state that makes it easy to win a prize and a closed state that cannot win a prize are controlled. When the second grand prize opening / closing door 17b is opened, the second big prize opening / closing door 17b functions as a tray for guiding the game ball into the second grand prize opening 17, and the game ball becomes the second grand prize winning. It is possible to enter the mouth 17. The second big prize opening 17 is provided with a second big prize opening detection switch 17a. When the second big prize opening detection switch 17a detects the entry of a game ball, a predetermined prize ball ( For example, 15 game balls) are paid out.

  Furthermore, in the lowermost area of the game area 6, all of the general winning opening 12, the first starting opening 14, the second starting opening 15, the first major winning opening 16 and the second major winning opening 17 are entered. An out port 11 is provided for discharging game balls that have not been played.

  In the center of the game area 6, an image display device 31 constituted by an LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) or the like is provided.

  The image display device 31 displays an image during standby when no game is being performed, or displays an image according to the progress of the game. Among them, three effect symbols 38 for notifying the jackpot lottery result to be described later are displayed, and a combination of specific effect symbols 38 (for example, 777) is stopped and displayed as a jackpot lottery result. A jackpot is announced.

  When the game ball enters the first start port 14 or the second start port 15, the effect symbol 38 is displayed in a variable manner in accordance with a special symbol variation display described later, and a special later described after a predetermined variation time has elapsed. Stop display according to the symbol stop display. That is, the timing of the change display of the effect symbol 38 and the special symbol and the timing of the stop display of the effect symbol 38 and the special symbol correspond to each other (the same time).

  Further, in the present embodiment, this effect symbol 38 is the same whether a game ball enters the first start port 14 or when a game ball enters the second start port 15. Various types of effect symbols 38 are displayed in a variable or stopped manner. However, it is configured so that different types of effect symbols 38 are variably displayed or stopped when a game ball enters the first start port 14 and when a game ball enters the second start port 15. It doesn't matter.

  The decorative member 7 surrounding the display area of the image display device 31 is provided with a wall portion standing upright from the game board 2 on the outer periphery so that the game ball does not pass in front of the display area of the image display device 31. It has been.

  In addition, a panel lighting device 34a having a plurality of lamps (LEDs, etc.) is provided on both the left and right sides of the decorative member 7, and the top of the decorative member 7 imitates a “signboard” of the title of the gaming machine. 1 decorative member 33 a is provided, and a second decorative member 33 b simulating a “sword” is provided on the right side of the decorative member 7.

  The first decorative member 33a is driven by a panel drive device 33 composed of a solenoid, a motor, or the like, and can move in the vertical direction. The vertical movement causes the first decorative member 33a to move to the front surface of the image display device 31. Can move. Similarly, the second decorative member 33b is also driven by the panel drive device 33, can be tilted to the left with the lower side of the second decorative member 33b as a fulcrum, and can be moved to the front surface of the image display device 31.

  The first special symbol display device 20 provided outside the game area 6 of the game board 2 displays the lottery result of the jackpot lottery performed when the game ball enters the first start port 14 as a special. It notifies as a symbol, and is composed of a plurality of lighting members composed of LEDs or the like. The special symbol corresponding to the lottery result of the jackpot lottery is not immediately notified, but is displayed in a variable manner (flashing) for a predetermined time and then stopped (lit).

  The second special symbol display device 21 is for notifying the lottery result of the jackpot lottery performed as a special symbol when a game ball enters the second starting port 15 as a special symbol, and its function is This is the same as the first special symbol display device 20.

  Moreover, the 1st special symbol display apparatus 20 and / or the 2nd special symbol display apparatus 21 can be comprised also by 7 segment LED. For example, “7” may be stopped and displayed when the jackpot is won, and “−” may be stopped and displayed when the player is lost.

  Here, the “big hit lottery” means that when a game ball enters the first start port 14 or the second start port 15, a special symbol determination random value is acquired, and the acquired special symbol determination random value is This is a process for determining whether the random value corresponds to “big hit”.

Further, in this embodiment, “big hit” means that a right to win a big hit game is obtained in a big win lottery performed on condition that a game ball has entered the first start port 14 or the second start port 15 Say what you did. In the “hit game”, a round game in which the first big prize opening 16 or the second big prize opening 17 is opened is performed a predetermined number of times (for example, four times or sixteen times). A predetermined time is set for the maximum opening time of the first grand prize port 16 or the second grand prize port 17 in each round game, and during this time, the first grand prize port 16 or the second grand prize port 17 is set. When a predetermined number of game balls (for example, nine) enter, one round game is completed. In other words, the “big hit game” is a game in which a game ball can enter the first grand prize winning opening 16 or the second big winning prize opening 17 and the player can acquire a winning ball according to the winning prize.
This jackpot game is provided with a plurality of types of jackpots, which will be described in detail later.

  Also, if a game ball enters the first start port 14 or the second start port 15 during a special symbol change display or a special game, which will be described later, and if the big hit lottery cannot be performed immediately, Originally, the right to win the jackpot is held.

  More specifically, a special symbol determination random number value or the like acquired when a game ball enters the first start opening 14 is stored as the first hold, and the game ball enters the second start opening 15. The special symbol determination random number or the like acquired from time to time is stored as the second hold. For both of these holds, the upper limit hold number is set to 4, and the hold number is displayed on the first special symbol hold indicator 23 and the second special symbol hold indicator 24, respectively.

  When there is one first hold, the leftmost LED of the first special symbol hold indicator 23 lights up, and when there are two first holds, the leftmost end of the first special symbol hold indicator 23 The two LEDs turn on. When there are three first holds, three LEDs blink from the leftmost end of the first special symbol hold indicator 23 and the right LED is lit. When there are four first holds, the first Four LEDs are lit from the leftmost end of the special symbol hold indicator 23. In addition, on the second special symbol hold indicator 24, the number of hold of the second hold is displayed in the same manner as described above.

  The normal symbol display device 22 provided outside the game area 6 of the game board 2 is for notifying the lottery result of the normal symbol lottery performed when the game ball passes through the normal symbol gate 13. It is.

  Here, “ordinary symbol lottery” means that when a game ball passes through the ordinary symbol gate 13, a random symbol value for determining a normal symbol is acquired, and the random symbol value for determining the acquired normal symbol corresponds to “winning”. This refers to the process of determining whether or not a numerical value. Regarding the lottery result of this normal symbol lottery, the game ball passes through the normal symbol gate 13 and the lottery result is not immediately notified. Instead, the normal symbol display device 22 displays a variation such as blinking, When a predetermined fluctuation time has passed, the normal symbol corresponding to the lottery result of the normal symbol lottery is stopped and displayed so that the player is notified of the lottery result. When the normal symbol lottery is won, a specific normal symbol (for example, “◯”) of the normal symbol display device 22 is turned on, and then the second start port 15 is controlled to be opened for a predetermined time.

  Similarly to the special symbol, when the normal symbol lottery cannot be performed immediately, the right of the normal symbol lottery is held under certain conditions. The upper limit reserved number of the normal symbol is also set to four, and the reserved number is set in the same manner as the first special symbol hold indicator 23 and the second special symbol hold indicator 24 in the normal symbol hold indicator. 25.

  As shown in FIG. 2, the glass frame 50 supports a glass plate 52 that covers the game area 6 so as to be visible in front of the game board 2 (player side). The glass plate 52 is detachably fixed to the glass frame 50.

  The glass frame 50 is connected to the outer frame 60 via the hinge mechanism 51 on one end side in the left-right direction (for example, the left side facing the gaming machine 1). The other end side (for example, the right side facing the gaming machine 1) can be rotated in a direction to release from the outer frame 60. The glass frame 50 covers the game board 2 together with the glass plate 52, and can be opened like a door with the hinge mechanism 51 as a fulcrum to open the inner part of the outer frame 60 including the game board 2.

  A lock mechanism for fixing the other end side of the glass frame 50 to the outer frame 60 is provided on the other end side in the left-right direction of the glass frame 50. The fixing by the lock mechanism can be released by a dedicated key. The glass frame 50 is also provided with a door opening switch 133 that detects whether or not the glass frame 50 is opened from the outer frame 60.

  As shown in FIG. 3, a main control board 110, an effect control board 120, a payout control board 130, a power supply board 140, a game information output terminal board 30, and the like are provided on the back surface of the gaming machine 1. In addition, a power plug 141 for supplying power to the gaming machine 1, a frame control board 180 (not shown), and a power switch are provided on the power board 140.

(Block diagram of the entire gaming machine 1)
Next, control means for controlling the progress of the game will be described with reference to the entire block diagram of the gaming machine 1 of FIG. FIG. 4 is an overall block diagram of the gaming machine 1.

  The main control board 110 controls the basic operation of the game, inputs various detection signals from the first start port detection switch 14a, etc., and drives the first special symbol display device 20, the first big winning port opening / closing solenoid 16c, etc. To control the game.

  The main control board 110 is connected to the effect control board 120, the payout control board 130, and the power supply board 140.

  Here, the communication between the main control board 110 and the effect control board 120 is configured such that data can be communicated in only one direction from the main control board 110 to the effect control board 120. The communication with 130 is configured to be able to communicate data in both directions. The main control board 110 receives a power supply voltage from the power supply board 140.

  The main control board 110 includes at least a one-chip microcomputer 110m including a main CPU 110a, a main ROM 110b, and a main RAM 110c, and an input port and an output port (not shown) for main control.

  In the main control input port, a payout control board 130, a general winning port detection switch 12a for detecting that a game ball has entered the general winning port 12, and a game ball having passed through the normal symbol gate 13 are detected. A gate detection switch 13a that performs a first start port detection switch 14a that detects that a game ball has entered the first start port 14, and a second start port that detects that a game ball has entered the second start port 15. Detecting switch 15a, second large winning hole detecting switch 16a for detecting that a game ball has entered the first big winning hole 16, and second large ball detecting detecting that a game ball has entered the second large winning hole 17. A winning opening detection switch 17a is connected. Various signals are input to the main control board 110 through the main control input port.

  The output port for main control includes an effect control board 120, a payout control board 130, a start opening / closing solenoid 15c for opening and closing the start movable piece 15b of the second start opening 15, and a first grand prize opening opening / closing door 16b. The first large winning opening / closing solenoid 16c to be operated, the second large winning opening / closing solenoid 17c to operate the second large winning opening / closing door 17b, the first special symbol display device 20 and the second special symbol display device for displaying special symbols. 21. Normal symbol display device 22 for displaying normal symbols, first special symbol hold indicator 23 and second special symbol hold indicator 24 for displaying the number of reserved balls for special symbols, normal for displaying the number of reserved balls for normal symbols A symbol hold display 25 and a game information output terminal board 30 for outputting an external information signal are connected. Various signals are output from the main control output port.

  The main CPU 110a reads out a program stored in the main ROM 110b based on an input signal from each detection switch or timer, performs arithmetic processing, directly controls each device or display, or determines the result of the arithmetic processing. In response, a command is transmitted to another board.

The main ROM 110b of the main control board 110 stores a game control program and data and tables necessary for determining various games.
Specifically, a jackpot determination table (see FIG. 5) used for the jackpot lottery, a symbol determination table (see FIG. 6) for determining a special symbol stop symbol, and a variation pattern determination table (see FIG. 6) for determining a special symbol variation pattern. 7), a pre-determination table for jackpot lottery (see FIG. 8), a hit determination table (see FIG. 9) referred to for normal symbol lottery, and the like are stored in the main ROM 110b.
Note that the above-described table is merely an example of characteristic tables among the tables in the present embodiment, and a number of other tables and programs (not shown) are provided for the progress of the game. ing.

The main RAM 110c of the main control board 110 functions as a data work area during the arithmetic processing of the main CPU 110a and has a plurality of storage areas.
For example, in the main RAM 110c, a special symbol special power processing data storage area, a general symbol normal power processing data storage area, a normal symbol reservation number (G) storage area, a normal symbol reservation storage area, a stopped normal symbol data storage area, a first special symbol storage area, Symbol hold count (U1) storage area, second special symbol hold count (U2) storage area, first special symbol random value storage area, second special symbol random value storage area, round game number (R) storage area, number of releases (K) Storage area, number of entries in the big prize opening (C) storage area, start / release counter, gaming state storage area (high probability game flag storage area and short-time game flag storage area), high probability game count (X) counter , Hour / times (J) counter, game state buffer, stop special figure data storage area, stop common figure data storage area, transmission data storage area for production, special symbol time counter, special game timer counter, start Open timer counter, start closing timer counter, a variety of timer counter such as start-up interval timer counter is provided.
Note that the above-described storage area is merely an example, and many other storage areas are provided.

  The game information output terminal board 30 is a board for outputting an external information signal generated in the main control board 110 to a hall computer or the like of the game shop. The game information output terminal board 30 is connected to the main control board 110 by wiring, and is provided with a connector for connecting external information to a hall computer or the like of a game store.

  The effect control board 120 mainly controls each effect such as during game and standby, and an effect control unit 120m that comprehensively manages the contents of the effect of the game, and image control that performs image display control in the image display device 31. A control unit 160 that controls driving of solenoids, motors, and the like in the panel driving device 33, and a lamp control unit 170 that controls lighting of LEDs and the like in the panel lighting device 34a.

  The effect control board 120 is connected to the main control board 110, the power supply board 140, and the frame control board 180.

As described above, the communication between the effect control board 120 and the main control board 110 is configured such that data can be communicated in only one direction from the main control board 110 to the effect control board 120. That is, the effect control board 120 is configured to be able to receive data from the main control board 110 but not to transmit data to the main control board 110.
Further, the communication between the effect control board 120 and the frame control board 180 is configured to be able to communicate data in both directions, and the effect control board 120 receives a power supply voltage from the power supply board 140.

  The effect control unit 120m includes a sub CPU 120a, a sub ROM 120b, and a sub RAM 120c.

  The sub CPU 120a is stored in the sub ROM 120b based on a command received from the main control board 110 or an input signal from the effect button detection switch 35a, the cross key detection switch 36b, etc. received from the frame control board 180 described later. The program is read to perform arithmetic processing, and based on the processing, the image control unit 150, the drive control unit 160, the lamp control unit 170, and the frame control board 180 are instructed to execute various effects (data Send).

  For example, when the sub CPU 120a receives the variation pattern designation command indicating the variation pattern of the special symbol from the main control board 110, the sub CPU 120a analyzes the content of the received variation pattern designation command, and displays the image display device 31, the audio output device 32, the board Effect data (such as an effect pattern designation command to be described later) for causing the drive device 33, the panel illumination device 34a, the frame illumination device 34b, and the effect button drive motor 35b to execute a predetermined effect is determined. Then, the determined presentation data is transmitted to the image control unit 150, the drive control unit 160, the lamp control unit 170, and the frame control board 180.

  The sub ROM 120b stores an effect control program and data and tables necessary for determining various games.

  Specifically, a hold display mode determination table (see FIG. 10), a concealment effect mode determination table (see FIG. 11), and the like are stored in the sub ROM 120b.

  Note that the above-described table is merely an example of characteristic tables among the tables in the present embodiment, and a number of other tables and programs (not shown) are provided for the progress of the game. ing.

  The sub RAM 120c functions as a data work area when the sub CPU 120a performs arithmetic processing, and has a plurality of storage areas.

  The image control unit 150 is connected to the image display device 31 and performs image display control on the image display device 31 based on various types of effect data transmitted from the effect control unit 120m (sub CPU 120a).

  At this time, between the image control unit 150 and the image display device 31, there is provided a general-purpose board 39 having a bridge function that converts the image data into a predetermined image format and outputs it.

  The general-purpose board 39 has a bridge function for converting to an image format corresponding to the performance of the image display device 31 for displaying image data. For example, a 19-inch liquid crystal display device of SXGA (1280 dots × 1080 dots). Is absorbed as the image display device 31, and the difference in resolution between when the XGA (1024 dots × 768 dots) 17-inch liquid crystal display device is connected as the image display device 31 is absorbed.

  The image control unit 150 includes a liquid crystal control CPU 150a, a liquid crystal control RAM 150b, a liquid crystal control ROM 150c, a CGROM 151, a crystal oscillator 152, a VRAM 153, and a drawing control unit (VDP (Video Display Processor) 159 (hereinafter referred to as “VDP 159”)). Yes.

  The liquid crystal control CPU 150a creates a display list composed of drawing control commands based on the effect data (effect pattern designation command or the like) transmitted from the effect control unit 120m, and transmits this display list to the VDP 159. By doing so, an instruction to display the image data stored in the CGROM 151 on the image display device 31 is given.

  In addition, when the liquid crystal control CPU 150a receives a V blank interrupt signal or a drawing end signal from the VDP 159, the liquid crystal control CPU 150a appropriately performs an interrupt process.

  The liquid crystal control RAM 150b is built in the liquid crystal control CPU 150a, functions as a data work area when the liquid crystal control CPU 150a performs arithmetic processing, and temporarily stores data read from the liquid crystal control ROM 150c.

  The liquid crystal control ROM 150c is composed of a mask ROM or the like, and a control processing program of the liquid crystal control CPU 150a, a display list generation program for generating a display list, and an animation of an effect using an image corresponding to the effect data An animation pattern for displaying, animation scene information, and the like are stored.

  This animation pattern is referred to when displaying an animation, and stores a combination of animation scene information of an image corresponding to the effect data, a display order of each animation scene information, and the like. In the animation scene information, a wait frame (display time), target data (sprite identification number, transfer source address, etc.), parameters (sprite display position, transfer destination address, etc.), drawing method, and effect image are displayed. Information such as information specifying a display device is stored.

  The CGROM 151 includes a flash memory, an EEPROM, an EPROM, a mask ROM, and the like, and compresses and stores image data (sprite, movie) or the like that is a collection of pixel information in a predetermined range of pixels (for example, 32 pixels × 32 pixels). doing. The pixel information is composed of color number information for designating a color number for each pixel and an α value indicating the transparency of the image. The CGROM 151 is read in units of image data by the VDP 159, and image processing is performed in units of image data of this frame.

  Further, the CGROM 151 stores palette data in which color number information for designating color numbers and display color information for actually displaying colors are associated with each other without being compressed. Note that the CGROM 151 may have a configuration in which only a part of the image data is compressed without being compressed. As a movie compression method, various known compression methods such as MPEG4 can be used.

  The crystal oscillator 152 outputs a pulse signal to the VDP 159 and divides the pulse signal to generate a system clock for the VDP 159 to control, a synchronization signal for synchronizing with the image display device 31, and the like. .

  The VRAM 153 is composed of an SRAM that can write or read image data at high speed. The VRAM 153 has a display list storage area for temporarily storing the display list output from the liquid crystal control CPU 150a, a frame buffer area corresponding to the image display device 31, and the like.

  The frame buffer area is a storage area for drawing or displaying an image, and further includes a first frame buffer area and a second frame buffer area. The first frame buffer area and the second frame buffer area are alternately switched to a “drawing frame buffer” and a “display frame buffer” every time drawing is started.

  The VDP 159 is a so-called image processor, and draws image data stored in the CGROM 151 in a “drawing frame buffer” in the frame buffer area of the VRAM 153 based on an instruction (display list) from the liquid crystal control CPU 150 a. Further, the VDP 159 reads image data from the “display frame buffer” in the frame buffer area. Then, based on the read image data, a video signal (LVDS signal, RGB signal, etc.) is generated and output to the image display device 31 for display.

  The drive control unit 160 is connected to the board drive device 33, and drives a solenoid, a motor, and the like in the board drive device 33 based on various production data transmitted from the production control unit 120m (sub CPU 120a). Take control. Then, by driving and controlling the board driving device 33, the first decorative member 33a and the second decorative member 33b provided on the game board 2 are driven.

  The lamp control unit 170 is connected to the panel lighting device 34a, and controls lighting of LEDs and the like in the panel lighting device 34a based on various types of production data transmitted from the production control unit 120m (sub CPU 120a). Do. Then, by controlling lighting of the board lighting device 34a, the board lighting device 34a provided in the game board 2 is turned on / off.

  The frame control board 180 controls the effects of the sound output device 32 provided on the glass frame 50, the frame illumination device 34b, and the effect button 35.

  The frame control board 180 is connected to the effect control board 120 and the power supply board 140, and as described above, the communication between the frame control board 180 and the effect control board 120 is configured to be able to communicate data in both directions. The frame control board 180 receives the power supply voltage from the power supply board 140.

  The frame control board 180 performs control to output predetermined audio data to the audio output device 32 based on various types of effect data transmitted from the effect control board 120, and turns on LEDs and the like in the frame illumination device 34b. Control is performed, and drive control of the effect button drive motor 35b is performed. Under the control of the frame control board 180, the sound output device 32 provided on the glass frame 50 outputs sound, the frame lighting device 34b is turned on / off, and the effect button 35 moves in the vertical direction. .

  Furthermore, when the input signals from the effect button detection switch 35a and the cross key detection switch 36b are input, the frame control board 180 transmits the input signals to the effect control board 120. That is, the effect control board 120 inputs the input signals from the effect button detection switch 35a and the cross key detection switch 36b via the frame control board 180.

  The payout control board 130 includes a payout control unit 131 that performs payout control of the game ball, and a launch control unit 132 that performs the launch control of the game ball.

  The payout control board 130 is connected to the main control board 110 and the power supply board 140, and as described above, the communication between the payout control board 130 and the main control board 110 is configured to be able to communicate data in both directions. The payout control board 130 receives a power supply voltage from the power supply board 140.

  The payout control unit 131 includes a one-chip microcomputer that includes a payout CPU 131a, a payout ROM 131b, and a payout RAM 131c.

  The payout CPU 131a reads out the program stored in the payout ROM 131b based on the input signals from the payout ball count detection switch 135, the door opening switch 133, and the timer that detect whether or not the game ball has been paid out, and performs arithmetic processing. At the same time, the corresponding payout data is transmitted to the main control board 110 based on the processing.

  Further, a payout motor 134 of a payout device for paying out a predetermined number of game balls from the game ball storage unit is connected to the output side of the payout control board 130. The payout CPU 131a reads out a predetermined program from the payout ROM 131b based on the payout number designation command transmitted from the main control board 110, performs arithmetic processing, and controls the payout motor 134 of the payout device to obtain a predetermined game ball. Pay out. At this time, the payout RAM 131c functions as a data work area during the calculation process of the payout CPU 131a.

  In the firing control unit 132, the touch sensor 3a and the firing volume 3b are connected to the input side, and the firing solenoid 4a and the ball feeding solenoid 4b are connected to the output side. The firing control unit 132 inputs a touch signal from the touch sensor 3a, and performs control to energize the firing solenoid 4a and the ball feed solenoid 4b based on the voltage supplied from the firing volume 3b.

  The touch sensor 3a is provided in the inside of the operation handle 3, and is comprised from the electrostatic capacitance type proximity switch using the change of the electrostatic capacitance by the player touching the operation handle 3. When the touch sensor 3 a detects that the player has touched the operation handle 3, the touch sensor 3 a outputs a touch signal that permits energization of the firing solenoid 4 a to the firing control unit 132. As a major premise, the launch control unit 132 is configured not to launch a game ball into the game area 6 unless a touch signal is input from the touch sensor 3a.

  The firing volume 3b is provided directly connected to a rotating portion around which the operation handle 3 rotates, and is composed of a variable resistor. The firing volume 3b divides a constant voltage (for example, 5V) applied to the firing volume 3b by a variable resistor, and supplies the divided voltage to the firing control unit 132 (the voltage to be supplied to the firing control unit 132). Variable). The launch control unit 132 energizes the launch solenoid 4a based on the voltage divided by the launch volume 3b, and rotates the launch member 4c directly connected to the launch solenoid 4a, thereby causing the game ball to enter the game area. 6 to fire.

  The launching solenoid 4a is composed of a rotary solenoid, and a launching member 4c is directly connected to the launching solenoid 4a, and the launching member 4c is rotated by rotating the launching solenoid 4a.

  Here, the rotational speed of the firing solenoid 4a is set to about 99.9 (times / minute) based on the frequency based on the output period of the crystal oscillator provided in the firing control unit 132. As a result, the number of games played per minute is about 99.9 (pieces / minute) because one shot is fired every time the firing solenoid rotates. That is, one game ball is fired about every 0.6 seconds.

  The ball feed solenoid 4b is composed of a linear solenoid, and sends out the game balls in the tray 40 one by one toward the launch member 4c directly connected to the launch solenoid 4a.

  The power supply board 140 includes a backup power supply composed of a capacitor, supplies a power supply voltage to the gaming machine 1, and monitors a power supply voltage supplied to the gaming machine 1, and when the power supply voltage becomes a predetermined value or less, An interruption detection signal is output to the main control board 110. More specifically, when the power interruption detection signal becomes high level, the main CPU 110a enters an operable state, and when the power interruption detection signal becomes low level, the main CPU 110a enters an operation stop state. Note that the backup power supply is not limited to a capacitor, and may be, for example, a battery or a combination of a capacitor and a battery.

(Description of gaming state)
Next, the gaming state when the game progresses will be described. In the present embodiment, there are a “low probability gaming state” and a “high probability gaming state” as states related to the jackpot lottery, and a “non-short-time gaming state” as a state regarding the starter movable piece 15b included in the second starting port 15. “Time-short game state”. The states related to the jackpot lottery (low probability gaming state, high probability gaming state) and the states relating to the startable movable piece 15b (non-short-time gaming state, short-time gaming state) can be associated with each other or can be made independent. it can. That means
(1) The case of “low probability gaming state” and “short time gaming state”;
(2) “Low probability gaming state” and “non-temporary gaming state”
(3) “High probability gaming state” and “short time gaming state”
(4) It is possible to provide a “high probability gaming state” and a “non-temporary gaming state”.
Note that the gaming state when the game is started, that is, the initial gaming state of the gaming machine 1 is a “low probability gaming state” and is set to a “non-short-time gaming state”. Is referred to as a “normal gaming state”.

  In the present embodiment, the “low probability gaming state” means that in the jackpot lottery performed on the condition that a game ball has entered the first starting port 14 or the second starting port 15, the winning probability of the jackpot is, for example, 1 / 399 refers to a gaming state set low. On the other hand, the “high probability gaming state” refers to a gaming state in which the jackpot winning probability is improved as compared with the low probability gaming state, and the jackpot winning probability is set to be, for example, 1 / 53.2. . Therefore, in the “high probability gaming state”, it is easier to win a jackpot than in the “low probability gaming state”. Note that the low probability gaming state is changed to the high probability gaming state after the jackpot game described later is finished.

  In this embodiment, the jackpot that triggers the transition to the high probability gaming state is called “probability jackpot”, and the jackpot that triggers the transition to the low probability gaming state is called “ordinary jackpot”.

  In the present embodiment, “non-short-time gaming state” means that in the normal symbol lottery performed on condition that the game ball has passed through the normal symbol gate 13, the average variation time of the normal symbol corresponding to the lottery result is “ It means a gaming state that is set longer than the “short-time gaming state” and that the opening time of the second start port 15 when winning in the win is easily set. For example, when the game ball passes through the normal symbol gate 13, the normal symbol lottery is performed, and the normal symbol display device 22 displays the fluctuation of the normal symbol. Stop display after 2 seconds. If the lottery result is a win, the second start port 15 is controlled to open for 0.2 seconds after the stop display of the normal symbol.

  On the other hand, the “short-time gaming state” means that in the normal symbol lottery performed on the condition that the game ball has passed through the normal symbol gate 13, the average fluctuation time of the normal symbol corresponding to the lottery result is “non- The game state is set to be shorter than the “short-time gaming state” and is set to be longer than the “non-short-time gaming state”, for example, 3 seconds when the opening time of the second start port 15 when winning is won. Further, in the “non-short game state”, the probability of winning in the normal symbol lottery is set as low as 1/16, for example, and in the “short time game state”, the probability of winning in the normal symbol lottery is, for example, 15/16. And set high. Therefore, in the “short-time gaming state”, when the game ball passes through the normal symbol gate 13, the second start port 15 is more easily controlled to the open mode than in the “non-short-time gaming state”. Thereby, in the “short-time gaming state”, the player can advance the game without consuming the game ball.

  In the embodiment, the “short-time gaming state” is set so that the fluctuation time of the normal symbol, the opening time of the second start port 15 and the winning probability of the normal symbol lottery are more advantageous than the “non-short-time gaming state”. Has been. However, the “short-time gaming state” may be set so that only one of the normal symbol variation time, the opening time of the second start port 15 and the normal symbol lottery win probability is advantageous.

  Next, details of various tables stored in the main ROM 110b will be described with reference to FIGS.

(Large winning lottery determination table)
FIG. 5 is a diagram illustrating a jackpot determination table. Specifically, FIG. 5A is a jackpot determination table for a jackpot lottery triggered by a game ball entering the first start port 14, and FIG. It is a jackpot determination table of a jackpot lottery triggered by the entrance of the game ball of. In the tables of FIG. 5A and FIG. 5B, the big hit probability is the same although the winning probability for the small hit is different.

  As shown in FIGS. 5 (a) and 5 (b), the jackpot determination table associates the probability gaming state, the special symbol determination random number value, and the lottery result of the jackpot lottery.

  The main CPU 110a refers to the jackpot determination table of the jackpot lottery shown in FIGS. 5A and 5B, and determines whether the jackpot is based on the current probability gaming state and the acquired special symbol determination random number value. It is determined whether it is “small hit” or “lost”.

  For example, according to the jackpot determination table of the jackpot lottery shown in FIG. 5A, two special symbol determination random numbers “7” and “8” are determined to be jackpots in the low probability gaming state. . On the other hand, in the high probability gaming state, 15 special symbol determination random numbers from “7” to “21” are determined to be jackpots. Further, according to the jackpot determination table for the first special symbol display device shown in FIG. 5A, the special symbol determination random number value is “50” regardless of whether the gaming state is the low probability gaming state or the high probability gaming state. ”,“ 100 ”, and“ 150 ”are determined to be“ small hit ”when the random numbers for special symbol determination are three. If the random number is other than the above, it is determined as “lost”.

  Therefore, since the random number range of the special symbol determination random number value is from 0 to 797, the probability of being determined to be a big hit in the low probability gaming state is 1/399, and it is determined to be a big hit in the high probability gaming state. Probability increases by 7.5 times to 1 / 53.2. In the first special symbol display device, the probability of being determined to be a small hit is 1/266 regardless of whether the game state is a low probability game state or a high probability game state.

(Design determination table)
FIG. 6 is a diagram showing a symbol determination table for determining a special symbol stop symbol corresponding to a lottery lottery result. Specifically, FIG. 6 (a) is a symbol determination table that is referred to in order to determine a special symbol stop symbol in case of a loss, and FIG. 6 (b) is a special symbol stop symbol in case of a big hit. FIG. 6C is a symbol determination table referred to in order to determine a symbol for stoppage of a special symbol.

  As shown in FIG. 6A, in the symbol determination table in the loss, the special symbol display device type and the special symbol (stop special symbol data) are associated with each other. It should be noted that a random symbol value for losing symbols may be provided so that a plurality of special symbols can be determined in association with a loss, and a plurality of special symbols and random numbers for losing symbols may be associated with each other.

  In addition, as shown in FIG. 6B, the symbol determination table in the jackpot includes a special symbol display device type (a type of a start port where a game ball has won), a first start port 14 or a second start port 15. A jackpot symbol random number value acquired when a game ball enters and a special symbol (stop special symbol data) are associated with each other.

  As shown in FIG. 6 (c), the symbol determination table for the small hit also has a special symbol display device type (a type of a start port where a game ball has won) and a game in the first start port 14 or the second start port 15. The random number value for a small hit symbol acquired when the ball enters the ball is associated with a special symbol (stop special symbol data).

  The main CPU 110a refers to the symbol determination table shown in FIG. 6 and determines the type of special symbol (stop special symbol data) based on the type of the special symbol display device, the random number for the jackpot symbol, and the like.

  Then, at the time of starting the variation of the special symbol, an effect designating command as information on the special symbol is determined based on the determined special symbol type (stop special symbol data). Here, the effect designating command is composed of 2-byte data, and 1-byte MODE data for identifying the control command classification and 1-byte DATA indicating the contents of the control command to be executed. It consists of data. The same applies to a variation pattern designation command described later.

Here, since the game state after the jackpot game and the type of jackpot game are determined by the type of special symbol (stop special game data), the game state and jackpot game after the jackpot game is ended. It can be said that it determines the kind of.
For this reason, in the special symbol in FIG. 6B, the explanation corresponding to the type of jackpot game is supplementarily described.

(Special symbol variation pattern determination table)
FIG. 7 is a diagram showing a variation pattern determination table for determining a variation pattern of special symbols as will be described later.

  As shown in FIG. 7, the variation pattern determination table includes a special symbol display device (type of start opening), a lottery result of a big hit lottery, a special symbol (stop special symbol data), a reach determination random number value, and a special symbol. Are associated with the number of reserved balls (U1 or U2), the random number for special figure variation, the variation pattern of the special symbol, and the variation time of the special symbol.

  Therefore, it can be said that the “special symbol variation pattern” defines at least the jackpot determination result and the special symbol variation time. In addition, since it is configured to always reach when the jackpot, the reach determination random value is not referred to when the jackpot. The reach determination random number value has a random number range set to 97 (0 to 96), and the special figure variation random value has a random number range set to 100 (0 to 99).

  Further, in the special symbol variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 7, when the number of reserved balls (U1 or U2) of the special symbol increases, the variation pattern (1) (normal variation) so that the average variation time of the special symbol is shortened. ) Is set so that the fluctuation time (T2) of the fluctuation pattern (2) (shortening fluctuation) is shorter than the fluctuation time (T1) of. For example, the fluctuation time (T1) of the fluctuation pattern (1) (normal fluctuation) is set to 12 seconds, and the fluctuation time (T2) of the fluctuation pattern (2) (shortening fluctuation) is set to 3 seconds. Although the maximum number of balls “4” may be stored as the number of reserved balls of the special symbol, the variation pattern of the special symbol is determined after subtracting 1 from the number of reserved balls of the special symbol. Therefore, “4” is not referred to as the number of reserved balls.

  The main CPU 110a refers to the special symbol variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 7, and displays the special symbol display device (type of the start opening), the lottery result of the big hit lottery, the special symbol to be stopped, the number of special symbol reservation balls (U1 or U2) ), The variation pattern of the special symbol and the variation time of the special symbol are determined on the basis of the reach determination random value and the special symbol variation random value.

  Based on the determined special symbol variation pattern, a special symbol variation pattern designation command is generated, and information on the special symbol variation pattern is transmitted to the effect control board 120.

  Here, the special symbol variation pattern designation command is composed of 1-byte MODE data for identifying the command classification and 1-byte DATA data indicating the content (function) of the command. In the present embodiment, when the MODE data is “E6H”, a special symbol variation pattern designation command of the first special symbol display device 20 corresponding to the winning of a game ball at the first starting port 14 is shown, and the MODE data is When it is “E7H”, a special symbol variation pattern designation command of the second special symbol display device 21 corresponding to the winning of the game ball at the second starting port 15 is indicated.

  Further, in the effect control board 120, as will be described later, the effect contents such as the effect symbol 38 are determined based on the special symbol variation pattern (variation pattern designation command). In the rightmost column of the special symbol variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 7, the contents of effects such as effect symbols 38 are described as a reference.

  Here, as the production contents, here, “normal fluctuation” and “shortening fluctuation” mean that a plurality of production symbols 38 fluctuate at high speed and stop without reaching, Normal fluctuations and shortening fluctuations are different in that the shortening fluctuations are completed in a shorter fluctuation time than the normal fluctuations.

  In addition, “reach” is a variation mode that gives a player a sense of expectation of a jackpot, such that a part of the combination of the performance symbols 38 for notifying the jackpot is temporarily stopped and other performance symbols 38 vary. Means. For example, when the combination of the three-digit effect symbol 38 of “777” is set as the combination of the effect symbols 38 that notify the jackpot, the two effect symbols 38 temporarily stop at “7” and the remaining effects An aspect in which the pattern 38 is changing. The “temporary stop” refers to an aspect in which the effect design 38 is shown to be stopped by the player as the effect design 38 swings small or the effect design 38 deforms small.

In addition, “normal reach” means a reach with low expectation of jackpot where two effect symbols 38 temporarily stop and one effect symbol 38 fluctuates. In the present embodiment, although not big hit by “normal reach”, the big hit may be made by “normal reach”.
“SP reach” means a super reach with a higher degree of expectation of jackpot than a normal reach. For example, it refers to a mode in which the production symbol 38 that is not temporarily stopped changes specially or a special character is displayed.
“SPSP reach” means a special reach that is performed after super reach and has a higher expectation of jackpot than super reach.
In addition, the “full rotation reach” means a mode in which the combination of a plurality of effect symbols 38 for notifying the jackpot is in a state where all combinations are arranged, and in this embodiment, only when winning in the jackpot lottery. Means reach to be performed.

  “Pseudo-continuous notice” means “the number of times of pseudo-continuous notice”, and “pseudo-continuous notice” means that the special symbol corresponding to one big win lottery is displayed during the variable display. This means that the design 38 is temporarily stopped and then changed again, so that the change in the effect design 38 and the temporary stop are performed a plurality of times in advance.

(Special symbol pre-judgment table)
FIG. 8 is a diagram showing a prior determination table for determining in advance the results of the big hit lottery.

  As shown in FIG. 8, the pre-determination table includes a special symbol display device (type of start port), a special symbol determination random number value, a jackpot symbol random number value, a reach determination random number value, and a special symbol variation random number. Numerical values and start winning information are associated with each other.

Here, it is possible to determine in advance whether it is a “big hit”, “small hit”, or “losing” by using a special symbol determination random number value acquired when the game ball enters the start opening, and specially by using a big hit symbol random value The type of game and the presence / absence of transition to a high-probability gaming state can also be determined in advance.
Furthermore, because the reach determination random number value and the special figure variation random number value can determine the contents of the presentation (whether the reach has occurred, the type of reach), etc. in advance, the start prize information (DATA for the start prize designation command) Can determine information on the type of jackpot and the contents of the effect (planned variation pattern).

  The main CPU 110a refers to the pre-determination table shown in FIG. 8, and displays a special symbol display device (type of start opening), a special symbol determination random number value, a jackpot symbol random number value, a reach determination random number value, and a special symbol variation random number. Based on the numerical value, “start winning information” is determined. Then, based on the determined start winning information, a start winning designation command for determining the result of the jackpot lottery in advance is generated.

  This start winning designation command is composed of 1-byte MODE data for identifying the command classification and 1-byte DATA data indicating the content (function) of the command. In the present embodiment, when the MODE data is “E8H”, a start winning designation command corresponding to the winning of the game ball is shown at the first start opening 14, and when the MODE data is “E9H”, the second start opening is indicated. 15 shows a start winning designation command corresponding to the winning of a game ball.

The prior determination table shown in FIG. 8 is similar to the special symbol variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. However, the prior determination table shown in FIG. 8 is used when the game ball enters the start opening, whereas the special symbol variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 7 is used when the special symbol variation start is used. ing. In addition, it is also different whether or not “the number of reserved balls” is referred to.
For this reason, in the prior determination table shown in FIG. 8, it is possible to determine the type of jackpot or reach, but it is impossible to determine only “normal fluctuation” and “shortening fluctuation” (see “ Start winning information (1) ").

8 is a jackpot lottery prior determination table referred to in the low probability gaming state, although the illustration is omitted, the jackpot lottery preliminary determination table referred to in the high probability gaming state is also included. It is stored in the main ROM 110b.
Note that the jackpot lottery pre-determination table referred to in the high-probability gaming state is configured in the same manner as the pre-judgment table shown in FIG. The value of the random number for special symbol determination for determining the difference is different.

  FIG. 9 is a diagram showing a table related to the normal design and the start movable piece 15 b of the second start port 15. Specifically, FIG. 9A is a diagram showing a hit determination table used for the normal symbol lottery, and FIG. 9B determines the stop symbol of the normal symbol corresponding to the lottery result of the normal symbol lottery. It is a figure which shows the stop symbol determination table to do. FIG. 9C is a variation time determination table for determining the variation time of the normal symbol, and FIG. 9D is for determining the opening mode of the starting movable piece 15b when the normal symbol lottery is won. It is a figure which shows the starting port open | release mode determination table.

(Normal symbol lottery determination table)
As shown in FIG. 9A, in the hit determination table, presence / absence of a short-time gaming state, a normal symbol determination random number value, and a normal symbol lottery result are associated with each other.

  The main CPU 110a refers to the winning determination table shown in FIG. 9A, and determines whether it is “winning” or “lost” based on the current short-time gaming state and the acquired random number for normal symbol determination. .

  For example, according to the hit determination table shown in FIG. 9A, when in the non-short game state, it is determined that one specific normal symbol determination random value of “0” is a win. On the other hand, in the short-time gaming state, it is determined that 15 specific random symbols for determining normal symbols from “0” to “14” are hit. If the random number is other than the above, it is determined as “lost”. Accordingly, since the random number range of the normal symbol determination random value is from 0 to 15, the probability of being determined to be hit in the non-short game state is 1/16, and the probability of being determined to be win in the time-short game state is 15/16.

(Normal symbol stop symbol determination table)
As shown in FIG. 9 (b), the stop symbol determination table corresponds to the presence / absence of the short-time gaming state, the lottery result of the normal symbol lottery, the random number value for the normal symbol stop, and the normal symbol (stop normal symbol data) It is attached.

  The main CPU 110a refers to the stop symbol determination table shown in FIG. 9B, and displays a stop display based on the current short time gaming state, the lottery result of the normal symbol lottery, and the acquired random number for stopping the normal symbol. Determine the normal symbol (stop normal map data).

  Then, the main CPU 110a determines a general symbol designation command as information on the normal symbol on the basis of the determined normal symbol type (stop normal symbol data) at the start of normal symbol variation, and determines the determined common symbol designation command. Is transmitted to the effect control board 120.

  Here, as shown in FIG. 9 (d), since the opening mode of the starting movable piece 15b is determined by the normal symbol (stop normal pattern data), the type of the normal symbol indicates the opening mode of the starting movable piece 15b. It can be said that it is determined.

(Normal symbol variation time determination table)
As shown in FIG. 9 (c), the fluctuation time determination table correlates the presence / absence of the short-time gaming state, the lottery result of the normal symbol lottery, the random value for the normal symbol time, and the fluctuation time of the normal symbol. Yes.

  The main CPU 110a refers to the variation time determination table shown in FIG. 9C, and based on the current time-short game state, the lottery result of the normal symbol lottery, and the acquired random number for normal time, the normal symbol Determine the variation time.

  Then, the main CPU 110a determines a normal pattern variation designation command as information on the variation time of the normal symbol based on the determined variation time of the normal symbol at the start of the variation of the normal symbol, Is transmitted to the effect control board 120.

  As a feature of the variation time determination table shown in FIG. 9 (c), the variation time (3 seconds or 5 seconds) of the short-time gaming state is shorter than the variation time (30 seconds or 40 seconds) of the non-short-time gaming state. It is configured.

(Starting opening open mode determination table for starting movable piece)
As shown in FIG. 9 (d), the start port opening manner determination table includes stop normal data (ordinary symbol), the maximum number of opening times (S) of the starting movable piece 15b, the opening time of the starting movable piece 15b, The closing time of the starting movable piece 15b is associated.

  The main CPU 110a refers to the starting port opening mode determination table shown in FIG. 9D, and determines the maximum number of opening times (S), the opening time, the closing time, and the interval time of the starting movable piece 15b based on the stop normal data. decide.

  In the present embodiment, in the start port opening mode determination table shown in FIG. 9D, the start port opening mode based on stop common map data = 02 is more advantageous than the start port opening mode based on stop normal map data = 01. The opening mode is an opening mode, and the starting port opening mode based on the stop map data = 03 is an advantageous opening mode than the starting port opening mode based on the stop map data = 02.

  Then, as shown in the random number value for stoppage in the stop symbol determination table in FIG. 9B, stop stoppage data = 03 which is the most advantageous release mode when selected in the short-time gaming state is selected. Will be. As a result, in the short-time gaming state, the starting movable piece 15b operates more advantageously for the player than in the non-short-time gaming state.

  Next, details of various tables and data stored in the sub ROM 120b will be described with reference to FIGS.

(Pending display mode determination table)
FIG. 10 is a diagram illustrating a hold display mode determination table. In the hold display mode determination table shown in FIG. 10, the start winning designation command, the number of holds, the hold display mode determination random value, and the hold display pattern are associated with each other.

  When the sub CPU 120a receives the start winning designation command, the sub CPU 120a refers to the hold display mode determination table shown in FIG. 10, and sets the hold display pattern based on the start winning designation command, the number of holds, the hold display mode determining random value. decide.

  In the present embodiment, the hold display pattern defines the hold display mode of the hold icon displayed on the image display device 31 when the game ball enters the start opening. Further, a hold display mode of the hold icon displayed on the image display device 31 when the game ball enters the start opening is determined, and a hold display mode of the hold icon displayed on the image display device 31 during the shift process is set. Yes.

  That is, when receiving the start winning designation command, the sub CPU 120a determines the hold display mode of the hold icon displayed on the image display device 31, and holds the hold icon displayed on the image display device 31 during the shift process. The display mode is determined.

  In this embodiment, any one of the “blue hold icon”, “red hold icon”, and “zebra hold icon” is defined as the hold display mode, and the start winning designation command, the number of holds, the hold display mode determination Based on the random number value for use, one of “blue hold icon”, “red hold icon”, and “zebra hold icon” is determined.

  Here, the feature of the hold display mode determination table shown in FIG. 10 is that when the start winning designation command is received, it is the start information related to “big hit” rather than the start information related to “losing”. The table is configured so that the “zebra hold icon” is determined at a higher rate.

  In addition, the table is configured so that the “red hold icon” is determined at a higher rate in the case of starting information related to “big hit” than in the case of starting information related to “losing”. .

  Further, the table is configured such that the hold icon changes at a higher rate in the case of the start information related to “big hit” than in the case of the start information related to “losing” during the shift process.

  As described above, in this embodiment, it is possible to give the player a sense of expectation for jackpot when the game ball enters the start opening. Further, in the present embodiment, it is possible to give the player a sense of expectation for jackpot during the shift process.

(Pending display mode update table)
FIG. 11 is a diagram illustrating a concealment effect mode determination table. In the concealment effect mode determination table shown in FIG. 11, a start winning designation command, a hold display mode update flag counter (x), whether or not hold change is possible, a concealment effect mode determination random value, and a concealment effect pattern are associated with each other.

  The sub CPU 120a refers to the concealment effect mode determination table shown in FIG. 11 and, based on the start winning designation command, the hold display mode update flag counter (x), whether or not the change can be held, and the concealment effect mode determination random value, Determine the pattern.

  In the present embodiment, the pending display mode update flag counter (x) is counted according to the number of start winning designation commands already stored in the storage area when a specific starting winning designation command is received. This is the counter value to be used.

  Further, in this embodiment, whether or not the hold change is possible refers to a case where the hold display mode changes during the shift process with reference to the hold display mode determination table shown in FIG.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the concealment effect pattern determines whether or not the hold icon displayed on the image display device 31 is in a concealed state in which the player cannot be identified or difficult for a predetermined period. The production mode that triggers the player to make the concealed state indistinguishable or difficult for a period only is determined.

  That is, the sub CPU 120a determines whether or not to hold the hold icon displayed on the image display device 31 in an invisible or difficult concealment state for a predetermined period during the shift process when the variation pattern designation command is received. In addition, an effect mode is determined that triggers the player to make the concealed state indistinguishable or difficult for a predetermined period.

  And in this embodiment, as a concealment production mode, “cannon firing → non-occurrence (without holding icon concealed)”, “cannon firing → explosion (with hold icon concealed)”, “dropping from airplane → non-exposure”, “ Any of the concealment is determined based on the start winning designation command, the on-hold display mode update flag counter (x), the on / off status of the on-hold change, and the random number for determining the concealment effect mode. A production mode is determined.

  Here, the concealment effect mode determination table shown in FIG. 11 is characterized in that different concealment effect modes are determined for the concealment effect mode for concealing one hold icon and the concealment effect mode for concealing a plurality of hold icons. In addition, a table is configured.

  Specifically, out of “cannon launch → explosion (hiding the hold icon)” and “dropping from the plane → explosion”, “cannon launch → explosion (hiding the hold icon)”, one hold When the icon is concealed and “drops from airplane → explosion”, an effect mode for concealing a plurality of held icons is determined.

  Also, the concealment effect mode determination table shown in FIG. 11 is characterized in that the concealment effect mode of concealing a plurality of hold icons changes the hold icon at a higher rate than the concealment effect mode of concealing one hold icon. Thus, the table is configured.

  That is, in this embodiment, the table is configured so that the hold icon is changed at a higher rate in the case of “dropping from airplane → explosion” than in “cannon firing → explosion”.

  Thus, in this embodiment, when changing the hold icon, the concealment effect that causes the player to make the hold icon indistinguishable or difficult to conceal for a predetermined period of time is used to change the hold icon to the player. It is possible to have a sense of expectation.

  Further, in the present embodiment, when making the concealment state, the player is expected to change the hold icon by performing different concealment effects depending on whether one hold icon is concealed or a plurality of hold icons are concealed. A feeling can be given.

  In the present embodiment, the concealment effect mode of concealing a plurality of hold icons changes the hold icon at a higher rate than the concealment effect mode of concealing one hold icon, so that it is concealed from the player. It is possible to have a sense of expectation for the production.

  In the present embodiment, in the case of “drop from airplane → bomb”, a plurality of hold icons are changed, but this number is not limited. For example, when four hold icons are displayed, All may be concealed, or two hold icons may be concealed.

  In this case, it is preferable to change the hold icons at different ratios according to the number of hold icons to be concealed. Specifically, it is preferable to change the hold icons at a higher rate when the number of concealed hold icons is large than when the number is low.

  As a result, when “Drop from airplane → bomb” is performed as an opportunity to hide the hold icon, two hold icons are hidden or all hold icons are hidden, or the player is interested. It becomes possible to attach.

  In this embodiment, as a concealment effect mode, as one aspect of the concealment effect for concealing the hold icon, the hold icon is concealed with “flame”. In the case of this mode, the hold icon may be changed at a predetermined rate, and in the case of the second mode, the hold icon may be changed at a higher rate than in the case of the first mode.

  This makes it possible for the player to have a sense of expectation for the change of the hold icon according to the concealment effect mode in which the hold icon is concealed.

  Further, as a concealment effect mode, the hold icon is concealed by “flame” for each hold icon, but a plurality of hold icons may be concealed by one “flame”. At this time, it is preferable to make it difficult for the player to grasp the number of concealed hold icons.

  Thus, by making it difficult for the player to grasp the number of concealed hold icons, it becomes possible to attract the player's interest as to how many hold icons are concealed.

  Next, the progress of the game in the gaming machine 1 will be described using a flowchart.

(Main processing of main control board)
The main process of the main control board 110 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 12 is a diagram illustrating main processing in the main control board 110.

  When power is supplied from the power supply board 140, a system reset occurs in the main CPU 110a, and the main CPU 110a performs the following main processing.

  First, in step S10, the main CPU 110a performs an initialization process. In this process, the main CPU 110a reads a startup program from the main ROM 110b and initializes a flag stored in the main RAM 110c in response to power-on.

  In step S20, the main CPU 110a performs a process of updating the reach determination random number value and the special figure variation random value for determining the variation mode (variation time) of the special symbol.

  In step S30, the main CPU 110a updates the initial random number value for special symbol determination, the initial random number value for jackpot symbol, the initial random number value for small bonus symbol, the initial random number value for normal symbol determination, and the initial random value for normal symbol stop. Do. Thereafter, the processes of step S20 and step S30 are repeated until a predetermined interrupt process is performed.

(Timer interrupt processing of main control board)
The timer interrupt process of the main control board 110 will be described using FIG. FIG. 13 is a diagram illustrating timer interrupt processing in the main control board 110.

  A clock pulse is generated every predetermined period (4 milliseconds) by the reset clock pulse generation circuit provided on the main control board 110, thereby executing a timer interrupt process described below.

  First, in step S100, the main CPU 110a saves the information stored in the register of the main CPU 110a to the stack area.

  In step S110, the main CPU 110a updates the special symbol time counter update process, the special game timer counter update process such as the opening time of the special electric accessory, the normal symbol time counter update process, the opening / closing time of the starting movable piece 15b. Time control processing for updating various timer counters such as update processing is performed. Specifically, a process of subtracting 1 from the special symbol time counter, the special game timer counter, the normal symbol time counter, the start / open timer counter, and the start / close timer counter is performed.

  In step S120, the main CPU 110a determines the random number for the special symbol determination, the random number for the jackpot symbol, the random number for the small bonus symbol, the random number for the normal symbol determination, the random number for the normal symbol stop, the random number for the normal symbol time, Perform update processing.

  Specifically, each random number value and random number counter are updated by adding +1. When the added random number counter exceeds the maximum value in the random number range (when the random number counter makes one revolution), the random number counter is returned to 0, and each random number value is newly updated from the initial random number value at that time. .

  In step S130, as in step S30, the main CPU 110a, the initial random number value for special symbol determination, the initial random number value for big hit symbol, the initial random number value for small bonus symbol, the initial random number value for normal symbol determination, the initial random number value for normal symbol determination, An initial random value update process for updating the initial random value is performed.

  In step S200, the main CPU 110a performs input control processing. In this process, the main CPU 110a includes a general winning opening detection switch 12a, a first large winning opening detection switch 16a, a second large winning opening detection switch 17a, a first starting opening detection switch 14a, a second starting opening detection switch 15a, a gate. It is determined whether or not there is an input to the various switches of the detection switch 13a. If there is an input, input control processing for setting predetermined data is performed. Details will be described later with reference to FIG.

  In step S300, the main CPU 110a performs a special symbol special electric control process for performing a jackpot lottery, a special symbol display control, an opening / closing control of the first grand prize winning port 16 or the second big prize winning port 17, and a game state control. Details will be described later with reference to FIG.

  In step S400, the main CPU 110a performs ordinary symbol power control processing for performing ordinary symbol lottery, ordinary symbol display control, and opening / closing control of the startable movable piece 15b. Details will be described later with reference to FIG.

  In step S500, the main CPU 110a performs a payout control process. In this payout control process, the main CPU 110a refers to each prize ball counter, generates payout number designation commands corresponding to various winning ports, and transmits the generated payout number designation commands to the payout control board 130. To do.

  In step S600, the main CPU 110a, external information data, start opening / closing solenoid data, first big prize opening opening / closing solenoid data, second big prize opening opening / closing solenoid data, special symbol display device data, normal symbol display device data, number of stored Performs data creation for the specified command.

  In step S700, the main CPU 110a performs output control processing. In this process, a port output process is performed for outputting signals of the external information data, the start opening / closing solenoid data, the first big prize opening / closing solenoid data, and the second big prize opening / closing solenoid data created in S600.

  In step S700, the main CPU 110a uses the special symbol display device data created in S600 to turn on the LEDs of the first special symbol display device 20, the second special symbol display device 21, and the normal symbol display device 22. And normal symbol display device data are output.

  Further, in step S700, the main CPU 110a also performs a command transmission process for transmitting a command set in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c to the effect control board 120. The types of commands transmitted to the effect control board 120 will be described later with reference to FIG.

  In step S800, the main CPU 110a restores the information saved in step S100 to the register of the main CPU 110a.

(Input control processing of main control board)
The input control process of the main control board 110 will be described using FIG. FIG. 14 is a diagram showing input control processing in the main control board 110.

  In step S210, the main CPU 110a performs a general winning opening detection switch input process.

  In this general winning opening detection switch input process, it is determined whether or not a detection signal is input from the general winning opening detection switch 12a. If there is no input of a detection signal from the general winning opening detection switch 12a, the process proceeds to the next step.

  When a detection signal is input from the general winning opening detection switch 12a, predetermined data is added to and updated in the winning ball counter for the general winning opening, and then the process proceeds to the next step.

  In step S220, the main CPU 110a performs a special winning opening detection switch input process.

  In this special winning opening detection switch input process, it is determined whether or not a detection signal is input from the first large winning opening detection switch 16a or the second large winning opening detection switch 17a. If no detection signal is input from the first big prize opening detection switch 16a or the second big prize opening detection switch 17a, the process proceeds to the next step.

  When a detection signal is input from the first big prize opening detection switch 16a or the second big prize opening detection switch 17a, predetermined data is added to the prize winning ball counter for the big prize opening and updated. After updating by adding 1 to the large winning opening number of balls (C) storage area for counting the game balls won in the large winning opening 16 or the second large winning opening 17, the process proceeds to the next step.

  In step S230, the main CPU 110a performs a first start port detection switch input process. In this first start port detection switch input process, it is determined whether or not a detection signal from the first start port detection switch 14a has been input, that is, whether or not the game ball has won the first start port 14, and a predetermined value is determined. Set the data. Details will be described later with reference to FIG.

  In step S240, the main CPU 110a performs a second start port detection switch input process. In the second start port detection switch input process, the same process as the first start port detection switch input process shown in FIG.

  However, as compared with the first start port detection switch input process and the second start port detection switch input process, the data storage areas are different. That is, the first special symbol hold number (U1) storage area in the first start port detection switch input process is replaced with the first special symbol hold number (U2) storage area in the second start port detection switch input process. The first special symbol random value storage area in the mouth detection switch input process is configured in place of the second special symbol random value storage area in the second start port detection switch input process.

  In step S250, the main CPU 110a performs gate detection switch input processing.

  In this gate detection switch input process, it is first determined whether or not a detection signal is input from the gate detection switch 13a. If no detection signal is input from the gate detection switch 13a, the gate detection switch input process is terminated, and the current input control process is terminated.

  When a detection signal is input from the gate detection switch 13a, it is determined whether or not the data set in the normal symbol holding number (G) storage area is less than 4, and the normal symbol holding number (G) is stored. If the area is less than 4, 1 is added to the normal symbol reservation number (G) storage area. If the normal symbol holding number (G) storage area is not less than 4, the gate detection switch input process is terminated, and the current input control process is terminated.

  After adding 1 to the normal symbol hold number (G) storage area, the random number value for normal symbol determination, the random number value for stopping the normal symbol, and the random number value for normal time are acquired, and the various random number values acquired are It memorize | stores in the predetermined memory | storage part (0th memory | storage part-4th memory | storage part) in a symbol holding | maintenance storage area.

(Input processing for the first start port detection switch on the main control board)
The first start port detection switch input process of the main control board 110 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 15 is a diagram showing a first start port detection switch input process in the main control board 110.

  First, in step S230-1, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not a detection signal from the first start port detection switch 14a has been input. When the detection signal from the first start port detection switch 14a is input, the process proceeds to step S230-2. When the detection signal from the first start port detection switch 14a is not input, the current first time is detected. The start port detection switch input process is terminated.

  In step S230-2, the main CPU 110a performs a process of adding predetermined data to the start opening prize ball counter used for the prize ball and updating it.

  In step S230-3, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the data set in the first special symbol hold count (U1) storage area is less than 4. If the data set in the first special symbol hold count (U1) storage area is less than 4, the process proceeds to step S230-4, and is set in the first special symbol hold count (U1) storage area. If the data is not less than 4, the current first start port detection switch input process is terminated.

  In step S230-4, the main CPU 110a adds "1" to the first special symbol reservation number (U1) storage area and stores it.

  In step S230-5, the main CPU 110a acquires a random number value for determining a special symbol, and searches for a free storage unit in order from the first storage unit in the first special symbol random number value storage area. The acquired special symbol determination random number value is stored in the storage unit.

  In step S230-6, the main CPU 110a obtains the jackpot symbol random number value, and searches for a vacant storage unit in order from the first storage unit in the first special symbol random value storage area. The random number for jackpot symbol acquired is stored in the storage unit.

  In step S230-7, the main CPU 110a acquires the random number value for the small hit symbol, and searches for a vacant storage unit in order from the first storage unit in the first special symbol random value storage area. The small random number value for the small hit symbol is stored in the storage unit.

  In step S230-8, the main CPU 110a acquires a random number value for reach determination and a random number value for special figure fluctuation, and searches for an empty storage part in order from the first storage part in the first special symbol random value storage area. The reach determination random number value and the special figure variation random number value are stored in a free storage unit.

  As described above, the special symbol determination random number value, the jackpot symbol random number value, the reach determination random number value, and the special symbol variation random number value are stored in the predetermined storage unit of the first special symbol random value storage area. Become.

  In step S230-9, the main CPU 110a performs a preliminary determination process. In this pre-determination process, the jackpot lottery pre-determination table shown in FIG. 8 is referred to, and the special symbol display device type, the special symbol determination random number value acquired this time, the jackpot symbol random number value, the reach determination random number value, Based on the figure variation random value, start winning information for indicating the start opening determination information in advance is determined.

  In step S230-10, the main CPU 110a sets a start prize designation command based on the start prize information determined in the pre-determination process in step S230-9, and a start prize designation command in the effect transmission data storage area.

  As a result, the start winning information can be transmitted to the effect control board 120 as the start winning designation command, and the sub CPU 120a of the effect control board 120 that has received the start winning designation command analyzes the start winning designation command, A predetermined effect can be executed in advance before the change display of the special symbol triggered by the winning of a game ball at one start opening is started.

  In step S230-11, the main CPU 110a refers to the value stored in the first special symbol hold count (U1) and corresponds to the first special symbol hold count (U1) updated in step S230-4. The first special symbol memory designation command is set in the effect transmission data storage area, and the current first start port detection switch input process is terminated.

  In the second start port detection switch input process, similarly to steps S230-9 to S230-11, winning information is generated with reference to the prior determination table shown in FIG. 8, and start winning designation based on the winning information is performed. The command and the special symbol memory designation command corresponding to the second special symbol hold number (U2) are transmitted to the effect control board 120.

(Special figure special electric control processing of main control board)
With reference to FIG. 16, the special figure special power control process of the main control board 110 will be described. FIG. 16 is a diagram showing a special figure special electric control process in the main control board 110.

  First, in step S301, the value of the special figure special electricity processing data is loaded, the branch address is referred to from the special figure special electric treatment data loaded in step S302, and if the special figure special electric treatment data = 0, the special symbol memory determination process (step The process proceeds to S310). If the special symbol special power processing data = 1, the process proceeds to the special symbol variation processing (step S320). If the special symbol special power processing data = 2, the special symbol stop processing (step S330) is performed. If the special figure special electric processing data = 3, the process moves to the jackpot game processing (step S340), and if the special figure special electric processing data = 4, the process moves to the big hit game end process (step S350). If special electric processing data = 5, the processing is shifted to the small hit game processing (step S360).

  This “special drawing special electricity processing data” is set as necessary in each subroutine of the special figure special electricity control processing as will be described later, so that the subroutine necessary for the game is appropriately processed. .

  In the special symbol memory determination process in step S310, the main CPU 110a performs a jackpot determination process, a special symbol determination process for determining a special symbol to be stopped and displayed, a variation time determination process for determining a variation time of the special symbol, and the like. This special symbol memory determination process will be described later in detail with reference to FIG.

  In the special symbol variation process of step S320, the main CPU 110a performs a process of determining whether or not the variation time of the special symbol has elapsed. When the variation time of the special symbol has elapsed, the special symbol stop of step S330. Process to be transferred to the process. This special symbol variation process will be described later in detail with reference to FIG.

  In the special symbol stop process in step S330, the main CPU 110a performs a process corresponding to the special symbol (big hit symbol, small hit symbol, lost symbol) that is stopped and displayed, and the number of time reductions (J), short time game flag, high A probability game count (X) and a high probability game flag are set. This special symbol stop process will be described later in detail with reference to FIG.

  In the jackpot game process of step S340, the main CPU 110a performs a process of controlling the jackpot game. The jackpot game process will be described later in detail with reference to FIG.

  In the jackpot game ending process in step S350, the main CPU 110a determines the probability game state of either the high probability game state or the low probability game state, and changes the game state of either the short-time game state or the non-time-short game state. Perform the decision process. The jackpot game end process will be described later in detail with reference to FIG.

  In the small hit game process of step S360, the main CPU 110a performs a process of controlling the small hit game. The details of the small hit game processing will be described later with reference to FIG.

(Special symbol memory judgment processing of the main control board)
The special symbol memory determination process of the main control board 110 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 17 is a diagram illustrating special symbol memory determination processing in the main control board 110.

  In step S <b> 310-1, the main CPU 110 a determines whether or not the special symbol variation display is being performed. If the special symbol variation display is in progress (special symbol time counter ≠ 0), the current special symbol storage determination process is terminated. If the special symbol variation display is not in progress (special symbol time counter = 0), The process moves to step 310-2.

  In step S310-2, when the special symbol is not changing, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the second special symbol hold count (U2) storage area is 1 or more.

  If the main CPU 110a determines that the second special symbol hold count (U2) storage area is 1 or more, the main CPU 110a moves the process to step S310-3, and the second special symbol hold count (U2) storage area is not 1 or more. In that case, the process proceeds to step S310-4.

  In step S310-3, the main CPU 110a updates by subtracting 1 from the value stored in the second special symbol hold count (U2) storage area.

  In step S310-4, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the first special symbol reservation number (U1) storage area is 1 or more.

  When the main CPU 110a determines that the first special symbol reservation number (U1) storage area is 1 or more, the main CPU 110a moves the process to step S310-5, and the first special symbol reservation number (U1) storage area is not 1 or more. In this case, the current special symbol memory determination process is terminated.

  In step S310-5, the main CPU 110a updates by subtracting 1 from the value stored in the first special symbol hold count (U1) storage area.

  In step S310-6, the main CPU 110a performs a shift process on the data stored in the special symbol reservation storage area corresponding to the special symbol reservation number (U) storage area subtracted in steps S310-2 to S310-5. . Specifically, each data stored in the fourth storage unit from the first storage unit in the first special symbol random number storage area or the second special symbol storage area is shifted to the previous storage unit. Here, the data stored in the first storage unit is shifted to the determination storage area (the 0th storage unit). At this time, the data stored in the first storage unit is written in the determination storage area (0th storage unit), and the data already written in the determination storage area (0th storage unit) is stored in the special symbol hold storage. It will be erased from the area. As a result, the special symbol determination random number value, the big hit symbol random number value, the small hit symbol random number value, the reach determination random number value, and the special symbol variation random value used in the previous game are deleted.

  In this embodiment, in steps S310-2 to S310-6, the second special symbol storage area is shifted with priority over the first special symbol random value storage area. The first special symbol random value storage area or the second special symbol storage area may be shifted, or the first special symbol random value storage area may be shifted with priority over the second special symbol storage area. .

  In step S310-7, the main CPU 110a, based on the first special symbol reservation number (U1) storage area or the second special symbol reservation number (U2) storage area subtracted in step S310-2 or step S310-4. Then, the special symbol memory designation command is determined, and the determined special symbol memory designation command is set in the effect transmission data storage area.

  In step S311, the main CPU 110a stores the data (special symbol determination random number value, jackpot symbol random number value, small hit value) written in the determination symbol storage area (0th storage unit) of the special symbol hold storage area in step S310-6. The jackpot determination process is executed based on the design random number. Details will be described later with reference to FIG.

  In step S312, the main CPU 110a performs a variation pattern determination process. The variation pattern determination process refers to the variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 7, a special symbol display device (type of start opening), the result of the jackpot lottery, the special symbol, the number of special symbol hold (U), the acquired reach determination The variation pattern is determined based on the random number value for use and the random number value for variation of the special figure.

  In step S313, the main CPU 110a sets a variation pattern designation command corresponding to the determined variation pattern in the effect transmission data storage area.

  In step S314, the main CPU 110a confirms the gaming state at the start of variation, and sets a gaming state designation command corresponding to the current gaming state in the effect transmission data storage area.

  In step S315, the main CPU 110a sets a special symbol variation time (counter value) based on the variation pattern determined in step S312 in the special symbol time counter. The special symbol time counter is subtracted every 4 ms in S110.

  In step S316, the main CPU 110a sets variation display data for causing the first special symbol display device 20 or the second special symbol display device 21 to perform special symbol variation display (LED blinking) in a predetermined processing area. . As a result, when the variable display data is set in the predetermined processing area, the LED lighting / extinguishing data is appropriately created in step S600, and the created data is output in step S700. Variation display of the special symbol display device 20 or the second special symbol display device 21 is performed.

  In step S317, the main CPU 110a sets the special symbol special processing data = 1, makes preparations for shifting to the special symbol variation processing shown in FIG.

(Main control board jackpot determination process)
The jackpot determination process for the main control board 110 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 18 is a diagram showing a jackpot determination process in the main control board 110.

  In step S311-1, the main CPU 110a determines that the special symbol determination random number value written in the determination storage area (the 0th storage unit) of the special symbol holding storage area in step S310-6 is “based on the probability gaming state”. It is determined whether or not it is a “big hit” random number value.

  Specifically, when the special symbol holding storage area shifted in step S310-6 is the first special symbol random value storage area, the jackpot determination table of the jackpot lottery shown in FIG. When the special symbol holding storage area shifted in the above step S310-6 is the second special symbol storage area, the special symbol determination is made with reference to the jackpot determination table of the jackpot lottery shown in FIG. It is determined whether or not the random value is “big hit”. As a result of the determination, the process proceeds to step S311-2 if it is determined to be a big hit, and the process proceeds to step S311-5 if it is not determined to be a big win.

  In step S311-2, the main CPU 110a determines the jackpot symbol random number value written in the determination symbol storage area (0th storage unit) of the special symbol reservation storage area in step S310-6, and determines the special symbol type ( The stop special symbol data) is determined, and the jackpot symbol determination process for setting the determined stop special symbol data in the stop special symbol data storage area is performed.

  Specifically, referring to the jackpot symbol determination table shown in FIG. 6B, the type of special symbol to be stopped is determined based on the jackpot symbol random number value written in the determination storage area (the 0th storage unit). The stop special figure data to be shown is determined, and the determined stop special figure data is set in the stop special figure data storage area.

  Note that the determined special symbol is used to determine “big hit” or “small hit” in the special symbol stop process of FIG. 20 as will be described later, as well as the big hit game process of FIG. 21 and the small hit of FIG. It is also used to determine the operation mode of the big winning opening in the game process, and is also used to determine the gaming state after the jackpot end in the jackpot game end process of FIG.

  In step S311-3, the main CPU 110a determines an effect symbol designating command based on the jackpot stop special symbol data determined in step S311-2, and the determined effect symbol designating command is stored in the effect transmission data storage area. set.

  In step S311-4, the main CPU 110a determines the gaming state at the time of winning the big win from the information set in the gaming state storage area (the short time gaming flag storage area, the high probability gaming flag storage area), and the gaming state at the time of winning the big win Is set in the game state buffer. Specifically, if both the short-time game flag and the high-probability game flag are not set, 00H is set. If the short-time game flag is not set but the high-probability game flag is set, 01H is set. If the short-time game flag is set but the high-probability game flag is not set, 02H is set. If both the short-time game flag and the high-probability game flag are set, 03H is set.

  In this way, apart from the game state storage area (time-short game flag storage area, high-probability game flag storage area), the game state at the time of winning the jackpot is set in the game state buffer. Since the high-probability game flag and the short-time game flag in the state storage area (time-short game flag storage area, high-probability game flag storage area) are reset, after the jackpot ends, based on the game state at the time of winning the jackpot This is because the game state storage area cannot be referred to when determining the game state at the time of the big hit. For this reason, by providing a game state buffer for storing game information indicating the game state at the time of winning the jackpot separately from the gaming state storage area, by referring to the game information in the game state buffer after the end of the jackpot, Based on the gaming state at the time of winning the jackpot, it is possible to newly set the gaming state after the jackpot (such as the short-time gaming state and the number of short-time games).

  In step S <b> 311-5, the main CPU 110 a determines whether or not it is determined to be a small hit. If it is determined to be a small hit, the process proceeds to step S311-6. If it is not determined to be a small hit, the process proceeds to step S311-8.

  Specifically, when the special symbol holding storage area shifted in step S310-6 is the first special symbol random value storage area, the jackpot determination table of the jackpot lottery shown in FIG. When the special symbol holding storage area shifted in the above step S310-6 is the second special symbol storage area, the special symbol determination is made with reference to the jackpot determination table of the jackpot lottery shown in FIG. It is determined whether or not the random number value is “small hit”.

  In step S 311-6, the main CPU 110 a determines the random number value for the small hit symbol written in the determination storage area (the 0th storage unit) of the special symbol holding storage area in step S 310-6, and determines the type of the special symbol. And the small hit symbol determination process for setting the determined stop special figure data in the stop special figure data storage area is performed.

  Specifically, referring to the symbol determination table in FIG. 6C, stop special symbol data indicating the type of special symbol is determined based on the random number value for the small hit symbol, and the determined stop special symbol data is Set in the stop special map data storage area.

  In step S311-7, the main CPU 110a determines an effect symbol designating command based on the stop special symbol data determined in step S311-6, and transmits the determined effect symbol designating command to the effect transmission data storage area. And the current jackpot determination process is terminated.

  In step S311-8, the main CPU 110a refers to the symbol determination table of FIG. 6A to determine a special symbol for loss, and sets the determined stop special data for loss in the stop special symbol data storage area. To do.

  In step S311-9, the main CPU 110a determines an effect symbol designating command based on the stop special map data determined in step S311-8, and the determined effect symbol designating command is stored in the effect transmission data storage area. Set and finish the current jackpot determination process.

(Special design variation processing of main control board)
The special symbol variation process will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 19 is a diagram illustrating special symbol variation processing in the main control board 110.

  In step S320-1, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the variation time set in step S315 has elapsed (whether special symbol time counter = 0). As a result, if it is determined that the variation time has not elapsed, the special symbol variation process is terminated and the next subroutine is executed.

  In step S320-2, if the main CPU 110a determines that the set time has elapsed, the main CPU 110a clears the variable display data set in step S316, and performs steps S311-2, S311-6, and S311. Stop special symbol data for causing the first special symbol display device 20 or the second special symbol display device 21 to stop display the special symbol set in -8 is set in a predetermined processing area. Thereby, the special symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 20 or the second special symbol display device 21, and the player is notified of the jackpot determination result.

  In step S320-3, the main CPU 110a sets a symbol determination command in the effect transmission data storage area.

  In step S320-4, when the main CPU 110a starts the special symbol stop display as described above, the main CPU 110a sets the symbol stop time (0.5 seconds = 125 counter) in the special symbol time counter. The special symbol time counter is updated by subtracting 1 every 4 ms in S110.

  In step S320-5, the main CPU 110a sets 2 in the special symbol special electric processing data, prepares for shifting to the special symbol stop processing shown in FIG. 20, and ends the special symbol variation processing this time.

(Special design stop processing for main control board)
The special symbol stop process will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 20 is a diagram illustrating a special symbol stop process in the main control board 110.

  In step S330-1, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the symbol stop time set in step S320-4 has elapsed (special symbol time counter = 0). As a result, if it is determined that the symbol stop time has elapsed, the process proceeds to step S330-2. If it is determined that the symbol stop time has not elapsed, the current special symbol stop process is terminated. To do.

  In step S330-2, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the time-saving game flag is set in the time-saving game flag storage area, and if the flag is set in the time-saving game flag storage area, ) 1 is subtracted from the time count (J) stored in the storage area and updated to determine whether the new time count (J) is “0” or not. As a result, when the number of time reduction (J) is “0”, the time reduction game flag set in the time reduction game flag storage area is cleared, and when the number of time reduction (J) is not “0”, the time reduction The process moves to step S330-3 while the short-time game flag stored in the game flag storage area is set. On the other hand, when the time-saving game flag is not set in the time-saving game flag storage area, the processing is moved to step S330-3 as it is.

  In step S330-3, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not a high probability game flag is set in the high probability game flag storage area, and when the high probability game flag is set in the high probability game flag storage area. Is updated by subtracting 1 from the high probability game count (X) stored in the high probability game count (X) storage area, and whether or not the new high probability game count (X) is “0”. judge. As a result, when the high probability game count (X) is “0”, the high probability game flag stored in the high probability game flag storage area is cleared and the high probability game count (X) is “0”. If not, the process proceeds to step S330-4 while the high probability game flag stored in the high probability game flag storage area is set. On the other hand, if the high-probability game flag is not set in the high-probability game flag storage area, the process proceeds to step S330-4.

  In step S330-4, the main CPU 110a confirms the current gaming state and sets a gaming state designation command in the effect transmission data storage area.

  In step S330-5, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not it is a big hit. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the stop special figure data stored in the stop special figure data storage area is a jackpot symbol (stop special figure data = 01 to 07?). If it is determined that the jackpot symbol is determined, the process proceeds to step S330-10. If the symbol is not determined to be a jackpot symbol, the process proceeds to step S330-6.

  In step S330-6, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not it is a small hit. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the stop special figure data stored in the stop special figure data storage area is a small hit symbol (stop special figure data = 20, 21, 30, 31). If it is determined that the symbol is a small hit symbol, the process proceeds to step S330-7. If it is not determined to be a small symbol, the process proceeds to step S330-9.

  In step S330-7, the main CPU 110a sets 5 in the special figure special electricity processing data, and prepares for shifting to the small hit game processing shown in FIG.

  In step S330-8, the main CPU 110a performs a small hitting start preparation setting process.

  In this small hitting start preparation setting process, a small electric hitting mode shown in FIG. 9 (b) for determining the small hitting release mode based on the stop special drawing data with reference to a special electric accessory operating mode determination table (not shown). The winning big opening opening mode determination table (“small hit table”) is determined.

  In step S330-9, the main CPU 110a sets 0 in the special symbol special processing data, prepares to move to the special symbol storage determination processing shown in FIG. 17, and ends the special symbol stop processing this time.

  In step S330-10, the main CPU 110a sets 3 in the special figure special electricity processing data, and prepares for shifting to the jackpot game processing shown in FIG.

  In step S330-11, the main CPU 110a resets the gaming state and the number of time reductions. Specifically, the data stored in the high probability game flag storage area, the high probability game count (X) storage area, the short time game flag storage area, and the short time count (J) storage area is cleared.

  In step S330-12, the main CPU 110a performs jackpot start preparation setting processing.

  In this jackpot start preparation setting process, referring to a special electric accessory actuating mode determination table (not shown), based on the stop special chart data, from the jackpot opening mode determining table group for jackpots (not shown), “first jackpot The big winning opening opening determination table is selected from among “table”, “second jackpot table”, “third jackpot table”, and “fourth jackpot table”.

  In step S330-13, the main CPU 110a determines the type of special game (first jackpot game to fourth jackpot game) based on the big prize opening opening determination table determined in step S330-8 or step S330-12. , A small hit game) is determined, and an opening designation command corresponding to the type of special game is set in the transmission data storage area for effects.

  In step S330-14, the main CPU 110a sets the start interval time in the special game timer counter based on the big winning opening opening determination table determined in step S330-8 or step S330-12. The special game timer counter is subtracted every 4 ms in step S110. When this process ends, the current special symbol stop process ends.

(Big hit game processing of main control board)
The jackpot game process will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 21 is a diagram showing a jackpot game process in the main control board 110.

  First, in step S340-1, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not it is currently opening. Specifically, if “0” is stored in the round game count (R) storage area, it is currently being opened, so it is determined whether the round game count (R) storage area is currently open. To do. If it is determined that the current opening is being performed, the process proceeds to step S340-2. If it is determined that the current opening is not currently performed, the process proceeds to S340-6.

  In step S340-2, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the start interval time determined in step S330-14 has elapsed. That is, it is determined whether or not the special game timer counter = 0, and if the special game timer counter = 0, it is determined that the start interval time has elapsed. As a result, if the start interval time has not elapsed, the current jackpot game process is terminated, and if the start interval time has elapsed, the process proceeds to step S340-3.

  In step S340-3, the main CPU 110a performs a jackpot start setting process.

  In the jackpot start setting process, “1” is added to the current round game number (R) stored in the round game number (R) storage area and stored. Here, since no round game has been performed yet, “1” is stored in the round game count (R) storage area.

  In step S340-4, the main CPU 110a performs a special prize opening process.

  In the big prize opening opening process, first, “1” is added to the opening number (K) stored in the opening number (K) storage area and updated. Also, in order to open the first grand prize opening opening / closing door 16b or the second big prize opening opening / closing door 17b, energization data for energizing the first big prize opening opening / closing solenoid 16c or the second big prize opening opening / closing solenoid 17c is set. At the same time, referring to the big winning opening opening determination table determined in step S330-12, based on the current number of round games (R) and the number of opening (K), the first big winning opening 16 or the second The opening time of the big prize opening 17 is set in the special game timer counter.

  In step S340-5, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not K = 1. If K = 1, in order to transmit information on the number of rounds to the effect control board 120, the number of round games ( In response to (R), a grand prize opening (R) round designation command is set in the effect transmission data storage area. For example, since the number of round games (R) is set to “1” and K = 1 at the start of the first round of jackpot, the winning prize opening 1 round designation command is transmitted to the effect transmission data storage area. Set to. On the other hand, if K = 1 is not set, the jackpot game process is terminated without setting the big winning opening (R) round designation command in the effect transmission data storage area. In other words, the case where K = 1 means the start of a round, and therefore, the winning prize opening (R) round designation command is transmitted only at the start of the round.

  In step S340-6, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not it is currently ending. Ending here refers to processing after all preset round games have been completed. Therefore, if it is determined that the current ending is in progress, the process proceeds to step S340-18. If it is determined that the current ending is not currently performed, the process proceeds to step S340-7.

  In step S340-7, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the special winning opening is being closed. Specifically, it is determined whether or not energization data for energizing the first big prize opening / closing solenoid 16c or the second big prize opening / closing solenoid 17c is set. As a result, if it is determined that the special winning opening is closed, the process proceeds to step S340-8, and if it is determined that the special winning opening is not closed, the process proceeds to step S340-9.

  In step S340-8, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the closing time set in step S340-10 described later has elapsed. The closing time is set in the special game timer counter in the same manner as the start interval time in step S340-10 to be described later, and is determined by whether or not the special game timer counter = 0. As a result, if the closing time has not elapsed, the jackpot game process is terminated in order to maintain the closing of the big winning opening, and if the closing time has elapsed, the winning opening is opened in step S340- The process is moved to 4.

  In step S340-9, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not an “opening end condition” for ending the opening of the special winning opening is satisfied.

This “opening end condition” means that the value of the winning prize entrance counter (C) has reached the specified number (9) or that the opening time per time in the number of opening (K) has passed (special Game timer counter = 0).
If it is determined that the “opening end condition” is satisfied, the process proceeds to step S340-10. If it is determined that the “opening end condition” is not satisfied, the current jackpot game process is ended.

  In step S340-10, the main CPU 110a performs a special winning opening closing process.

  The big prize opening closing process energizes the first big prize opening / closing solenoid 16c or the second big prize opening / closing solenoid 17c to close the first big prize opening / closing door 16b or the second big prize opening / closing door 17b. Stop energization data. Next, referring to the big winning opening opening determination table determined in step S330-12, based on the current number of round games (R) and the number of opening (K), the first big winning opening 16 or The closing time (closing interval time or one closing time) of the two big winning openings 17 is set in the special game timer counter. As a result, the big prize opening is closed.

  In step S340-11, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not one round has been completed. Specifically, one round is based on the condition that the value of the winning entry entrance counter (C) has reached a specified number (9) or that the number of times of opening (K) is the maximum number of times of opening. Since the process ends, it is determined whether or not such a condition is satisfied.

  If it is determined that one round is completed, the process proceeds to step S340-12. If it is determined that one round is not completed, the current jackpot game process is terminated.

  In step S340-12, the main CPU 110a performs a round data initialization process in which 0 is set in the number-of-openings (K) storage area and 0 is set in the number-of-stakes (C) storage area. That is, the number-of-openings (K) storage area and the number of balls received in the big prize opening (C) storage area are cleared. However, the round game number (R) stored in the round game number (R) storage area is not cleared.

  In step S340-13, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the round game number (R) stored in the round game number (R) storage area is the maximum. If the round game number (R) is the maximum, the process proceeds to step S340-15, and if the round game number (R) is not the maximum, the process proceeds to step S340-14.

  In step S340-14, the main CPU 110a adds "1" to the current round game number (R) stored in the round game number (R) storage area and stores it, and performs the current jackpot game process. finish.

  In step S340-15, the main CPU 110a resets the round game number (R) stored in the round game number (R) storage area.

  In step S340-16, the main CPU 110a determines the type of special game (long win game, short win game, per development game) based on the big winning opening opening determination table determined in step S330-12. In order to transmit an ending designation command corresponding to the type of special game to the effect control board 120, the command is set in the effect transmission data storage area.

  In step S340-17, the main CPU 110a sets the end interval time corresponding to the jackpot type in the special game timer counter based on the big winning opening opening determination table determined in step S330-12.

  In step S340-18, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the set end interval time has elapsed. If it is determined that the end interval time has elapsed, in step S340-19, the main CPU 110a 4 is set in the special electric processing data, and preparation is made for shifting to the jackpot game end processing shown in FIG. On the other hand, if it is determined that the end interval time has not elapsed, the current jackpot game process is terminated.

(Main control board jackpot game end processing)
The jackpot game end process will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 22 is a diagram showing a jackpot game end process in the main control board 110.

  In step S350-1, the main CPU 110a loads the stop special figure data set in the stop special figure data storage area and the game information in the game state buffer.

  In step S350-2, the main CPU 110a refers to the jackpot end setting data table (not shown), and based on the stop special chart data loaded in S350-1 and the game information in the game state buffer, the main CPU 110a has a high probability at the end of the jackpot. Processing to determine whether or not to set a high probability flag in the game flag storage area is performed. For example, if the stop special figure data is “01”, the high probability flag is set in the high probability game flag storage area.

  In step S350-3, the main CPU 110a refers to the jackpot end setting data table (not shown), and based on the stop special data loaded in S350-1 and the game information in the game state buffer, the high probability gaming state. A predetermined number of times is set in the remaining fluctuation number (X) storage area. For example, if the stop special figure data is “01”, 84 times is set in the remaining fluctuation count (X) storage area of the high probability gaming state.

  In step S350-4, the main CPU 110a refers to a jackpot end setting data table (not shown), and based on the stop special data loaded in S350-1 and the game information in the game state buffer, the time-saving game flag storage area Whether or not to set the short-time game flag is processed. For example, when the stop special chart data is “04” and the game information in the game state buffer is 00H, the time-short game flag is not set in the time-short game flag storage area, but the game information in the game state buffer is 01H, 02H. Alternatively, when the time is 03H, the time-short game flag is set in the time-short game flag storage area.

  In step S350-5, the main CPU 110a refers to a jackpot end setting data table (not shown), and based on the stop special data loaded in S350-1 and the game information in the game state buffer, the remaining short-time game state remains. Number of fluctuations (J) A predetermined number of times is set in the storage area. For example, when the stop special chart data is “04” and the game information in the game state buffer is 00H, the remaining change count (J) storage area of the short-time game state is set to 0, and the game in the game state buffer When the information is 01H, 02H, or 03H, 80 is set in the remaining change count (J) storage area of the short-time gaming state.

  In step S350-6, the main CPU 110a confirms the gaming state and sets a gaming state designation command in the effect transmission data storage area.

  In step S350-7, the main CPU 110a sets 0 in the special symbol special processing data, makes preparations for shifting to the special symbol memory determination processing shown in FIG. 17, and ends the current jackpot game end processing.

(Main control board small hit game processing)
The small hit game process will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 23 is a diagram showing a small hit game process in the main control board 110.

  First, in step S360-1, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not it is currently opening. If it is determined that it is currently opening, the process proceeds to step S360-2. If it is determined that it is not currently opening, the process proceeds to S360-4.

  In step S360-2, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the start interval time determined in step S330-14 has elapsed. That is, it is determined whether or not the special game timer counter = 0, and if the special game timer counter = 0, it is determined that the start interval time has elapsed. As a result, if the start interval time has not elapsed, the current small hit game process is terminated, and if the start interval time has elapsed, the process proceeds to step S360-3.

  In step S360-3, the main CPU 110a performs a big prize opening process. Specifically, in this process, the main CPU 110a first adds and stores “1” to the number of times of opening (K) stored in the number of times of opening (K) storage area. In addition, in order to open the first big prize opening 16, energization data for energizing the first big prize opening opening / closing solenoid 16c is set, and referring to the opening mode determination table determined in step S330-8, Based on the number of times of opening (K), the opening time of the first big winning opening 16 is set in the special game timer counter.

  In step S360-4, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not it is currently ending. Ending here refers to processing after the game of the preset number of times of opening (K) has been completed. Therefore, if it is determined that the current ending is in progress, the process proceeds to step S360-13. If it is determined that the current ending is not currently performed, the process proceeds to step S360-5.

  In step S360-5, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the first big prize winning opening 16 is being closed. Specifically, it is determined whether or not energization data for energizing the first big prize opening opening / closing solenoid 16c is set. If it is determined that the first big prize opening 16 is closed, the process proceeds to step S360-6. If it is determined that the first big prize opening 16 is not closed, the process goes to step S360-7. Move.

  In step S360-6, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the closing time set in step S360-8 described later has elapsed. The closing time is set in the special game timer counter in the same manner as the start interval time in step S360-8, which will be described later, and is determined by whether or not the special game timer counter = 0. As a result, when the closing time has not elapsed, the small hit game process is terminated in order to maintain the closing of the first big winning opening 16, and when the closing time has elapsed, the first big winning opening In order to release 16, the process proceeds to step S 360-3.

  In step S <b> 360-7, the main CPU 110 a determines whether or not an “opening end condition” for ending the opening of the first big winning opening 16 is satisfied.

  This “opening end condition” means that the value of the winning prize entrance counter (C) has reached the specified number (9) or that the opening time per time in the number of opening (K) has passed (special Game timer counter = 0).

  If it is determined that the “opening end condition” is satisfied, the process proceeds to step S360-8. If it is determined that the “opening end condition” is not satisfied, the present small hit game process is ended.

  In step S360-8, the main CPU 110a performs a special winning opening closing process. Specifically, in this process, the main CPU 110a stops energization data for energizing the first big prize opening / closing solenoid 16c in order to close the first big prize opening 16, and is determined in step S330-8. With reference to the released release determination table, the closing time of the first big winning opening 16 is set in the special game timer counter based on the current number of times of opening (K). As a result, the first grand prize winning opening 16 is closed.

  In step S360-9, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the small hit end condition is satisfied. Specifically, in the case of one small hit, it means that the value of the big winning entrance entrance counter (C) has reached a specified number (for example, 9) or that the number of times of opening (K) is the maximum number of times of opening. Since the process ends, it is determined whether such a condition is satisfied.

  If it is determined that the small hit end condition is satisfied, the process proceeds to step S360-10. If it is determined that the small hit end condition is not satisfied, the small hit game process is ended.

  In step S360-10, the main CPU 110a sets 0 in the number-of-openings (K) storage area and sets 0 in the number-of-stakes (C) storage area. That is, the number-of-openings (K) storage area and the number of balls received in the big prize opening (C) storage area are cleared.

  In step S360-11, the main CPU 110a sets an ending designation command corresponding to the type of small hits in the effect transmission data storage area in order to transmit to the effect control board 120.

  In step S360-12, the main CPU 110a refers to the release mode determination table determined in step S330-8, and sets an end interval time corresponding to the small hit type in the special game timer counter.

  In step S360-13, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the set end interval time has elapsed. If it is determined that the end interval time has elapsed, in step S360-14, the main CPU 110a When the figure special electric processing data is set to 0, preparation is made to move to the special symbol memory determination process shown in FIG. 17, and when it is determined that the end interval time has not elapsed, the present small hit game process is ended.

(Main figure normal power control processing of main control board)
With reference to FIG. 24, the ordinary power control process will be described. FIG. 24 is a diagram showing a general power control process in the main control board 110.

  First, in step S401, the value of the ordinary map electric power processing data is loaded, and the branch address is referenced from the loaded ordinary electric power processing data in step S402. The process is moved to (Step S410), and if the ordinary power / general power process data = 1, the process is moved to the ordinary electric accessory control process (Step S420). Details will be described later with reference to FIGS. 25 and 26.

(Normal design variation processing of the main control board)
The normal symbol variation process will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 25 is a diagram showing a normal symbol variation process in the main control board 110.

  In step S410-1, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the normal symbol variation display is in progress. If the normal symbol variation display is being performed, the process proceeds to step S410-9, and if the normal symbol variation display is not being performed, the process proceeds to step S410-2.

  In step S410-2, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the normal symbol hold count (G) stored in the normal symbol hold count (G) storage area is 1 or more when the normal symbol fluctuation display is not being performed. To do. When the number of holds (G) is “0”, the normal symbol variation display is not performed, and thus the normal symbol variation process is terminated.

  In step S410-3, when the main CPU 110a determines in step S410-2 that the number of retained ordinary symbols (G) is equal to or greater than “1”, the main CPU 110a stores the number of retained ordinary symbols in the ordinary symbol (G) storage area. A new hold number (G) obtained by subtracting “1” from the stored value (G) is stored.

  In step S410-4, the main CPU 110a performs a shift process on the normal symbol determination random number value stored in the normal symbol hold storage area. Specifically, each random number value stored in the fourth storage unit from the first storage unit is shifted to the previous storage unit. At this time, the random number for normal symbol determination stored in the first storage unit of the normal symbol hold storage area is written to the determination storage area (the 0th storage unit) of the normal symbol hold storage area and is already determined. The random number value written in the (0th storage unit) is normally erased from the symbol reserved storage area.

  In step S410-5, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the normal symbol determination random number value stored in the determination storage unit (the 0th storage unit) of the normal symbol hold storage area is “winning”.

  Specifically, with reference to the hit determination table shown in FIG. 9A, it is determined whether or not the acquired normal symbol determination random number value is checked against the above table. For example, according to the above table, in the non-short-time gaming state, it is determined that one normal symbol determination random value of “0” out of the random numbers from “0” to “15” is the winning, and in the short-time gaming state, If there are, 15 normal symbol determination random values from “0” to “14” out of the random numbers from “0” to “15” are determined to be winning, and the other random numbers are determined to be lost.

  In step S410-6, the main CPU 110a performs a normal symbol determination process with reference to the determination result of the hit determination process in step S410-5.

  This normal symbol determination process refers to the stop symbol determination table shown in FIG. 9B, based on the current short time gaming state, the lottery result of the normal symbol lottery, and the acquired random number value for stopping the normal symbol. The normal symbol (stop normal pattern data) to be stopped is determined, and the determined stop normal map data is set in the stop normal map data storage area. Then, the main CPU 110a sets a general map designation command based on the determined stop normal map data in the effect transmission data storage area, and transmits information of the stop normal map data to the effect control board 120.

  In step S410-7, the main CPU 110a performs normal symbol variation time determination processing.

  This normal symbol variation time determination processing refers to the variation time determination table shown in FIG. 9C, and shows the current short-time gaming state, the regular symbol lottery result, and the acquired normal symbol time random number value. Based on the above, the variation time of the normal symbol is determined. Then, a counter corresponding to the determined variation time of the normal symbol is set in the normal symbol time counter. The normal symbol time counter is subtracted every 4 ms in step S110.

  Furthermore, in the normal symbol change time determination process, after the normal symbol change time is determined, the normal symbol change designation command based on the determined normal symbol change time is set in the transmission data storage area for production. Information on the variation time of the symbol is transmitted to the effect control board 120.

  In step S410-8, the main CPU 110a starts normal symbol variation display on the normal symbol display device 22. The normal symbol variation display is to blink the LED at a predetermined interval in the normal symbol display device 22. This normal symbol variation display is continuously performed for the time set in step S410-7. When this process ends, the current normal symbol variation process ends.

  In step S410-9, when the main CPU 110a determines in step S410-1 that the normal symbol variation display is being performed, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the set variation time has elapsed. That is, it is determined whether or not the normal symbol time counter = 0. As a result, if it is determined that the set variation time has not elapsed, it is necessary to continue the variation display as it is, and thus the normal symbol variation process is terminated.

  In step S410-10, when the main CPU 110a determines that the set variation time has elapsed, the main CPU 110a stops the variation of the normal symbol on the normal symbol display device 22. At this time, the normal symbol display device 22 stops and displays the normal symbol (winning symbol or lost symbol) corresponding to the normal symbol data set in the stop normal symbol data storage area in step S410-6. Thereby, the lottery result of the normal symbol lottery is notified to the player.

  In step S410-11, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the normal symbol data set in the stop normal symbol data storage area is a winning symbol. If the normal symbol is a winning symbol, step S410 is performed. The process is shifted to -12, and when the set normal symbol is a lost symbol, the current normal symbol variation process is terminated.

  In step S410-12, the main CPU 110a sets the ordinary power transmission process data = 1, and shifts the processing to the ordinary electric accessory control process.

  In step S410-13, the main CPU 110a performs an opening mode determination process for determining the opening mode of the starting movable piece 15b of the second starting port 15.

  This open time setting process refers to the start port open mode determination table shown in FIG. 9 (d), and based on the stop normal data, the maximum number of open times (S) of the start movable piece 15b, the open time, the close time, Determine the interval time.

  In step S410-14, the main CPU 110a sets the opening time of the starting movable piece 15b determined in step S410-13 to the starting opening timer counter of the main RAM 110c.

  In step S410-15, the main CPU 110a starts energizing the start port opening / closing solenoid 15c, and ends the normal symbol variation process this time. As a result, the start movable piece 15b is activated and the second start port 15 is opened.

(Main electric board control processing of the main control board)
The normal electric accessory control process will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 26 is a diagram showing a normal electric accessory control process in the main control board 110.

  In step S420-1, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not a predetermined maximum number of prizes (for example, 10) has been won in the second starting port 15 during the ordinary electric accessory control process.

  If it is determined that the maximum number of winning (for example, 10) has been won, the process proceeds to step S420-14, and if it is not determined that the maximum number of winning (for example, 10) has been won, step The processing is moved to S420-2.

In step S420-2, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the opening time of the second start port 15 has elapsed. That is, it is determined whether or not the start release timer counter = 0.
If it is determined that the opening time of the second start port 15 has elapsed, the process proceeds to step S420-3, and if it is not determined that the opening time of the second start port 15 has elapsed, the current normal The electric accessory control process is terminated.

  In step S420-3, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the second start port 15 is closed. That is, it is determined whether energization start data is set in the start port opening / closing solenoid 15c.

  If it is determined that the second start port 15 is closed, the process proceeds to step S420-6. If it is determined that the second start port 15 is not closed, the process proceeds to step S420-4. .

  In step S420-4, the main CPU 110a stops energization of the start port opening / closing solenoid 15c. Thereby, the 2nd starting port 15 returns to a closed mode, and it becomes impossible or difficult for a game ball to enter again.

  In step S420-5, the main CPU 110a sets the closing time of the starting movable piece 15b determined in step S410-13 in the starting closing timer counter of the main RAM 110c.

  In step S420-6, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the closing time of the second start port 15 has elapsed. That is, it is determined whether or not the start / close timer counter = 0.

  If it is determined that the closing time of the second starting port 15 has elapsed, the process proceeds to step S420-7, and if it is not determined that the closing time of the second starting port 15 has elapsed, the current normal The electric accessory control process is terminated.

  In step S420-7, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the number of times stored in the start opening number counter of the main RAM 110c has reached the maximum number of opening startable movable pieces 15b determined in step S410-13. .

  If it is determined that the maximum number of releases has been reached, the process proceeds to step S420-14, and if it is determined that the maximum number of releases has not been reached, the process proceeds to step S420-8.

  In step S420-8, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the interval time has started (timed). That is, it is determined in step S420-10 whether or not an interval started flag, which will be described later, is set.

  If it is determined that the interval time has started, the process proceeds to step S420-11, and if it is determined that the interval time has not started, the process proceeds to step S420-9.

  In step S420-9, the main CPU 110a performs an opening number update process of adding 1 to the start opening number counter of the main RAM 110c.

  In step S420-10, the main CPU 110a sets the interval time of the startable movable piece 15b determined in step S410-13 to the start interval timer counter of the main RAM 110c and indicates that the interval time has started. The interval started flag is set in a predetermined storage area of the main RAM 110c, and the current ordinary electric accessory control process ends.

  In step S420-11, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the interval time has elapsed. That is, it is determined whether or not the start interval timer counter = 0.

  If it is determined that the interval time has elapsed, the process proceeds to step S420-12. If it is determined that the interval time has not elapsed, the current ordinary electric accessory control process is terminated.

  In step S420-12, the main CPU 110a sets the opening time of the starting movable piece 15b determined in step S410-13 to the start opening timer counter of the main RAM 110c, and clears the interval started flag.

  In Step S420-13, the main CPU 110a starts energizing the start opening / closing solenoid 15c, and ends the current ordinary electric accessory control process. Thereby, the start movable piece 15b is actuated again, and the second start port 15 is opened again.

  In step S420-14, the main CPU 110a performs an opening mode initialization process for initializing various data stored in the start / open count counter, the start / release timer counter, the start / close timer counter, and the like of the main RAM 110c.

  In step S420-15, the main CPU 110a sets the ordinary signal / electric power processing data = 0 and prepares to move to the ordinary symbol variation processing in FIG. 25, and ends the current ordinary electric accessory control processing.

(Command explanation)
The types of commands transmitted from the main control board 110 to which the description is partially omitted in the flowchart of the main control board 110 to the effect control board 120 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 27 is a diagram showing the types of commands transmitted from the main control board 110 to the effect control board 120.

  The command transmitted from the main control board 110 to the production control board 120 is composed of 1-byte data, and 1-byte MODE information for identifying the control command classification and the control command to be executed. And 1-byte DATA information indicating the contents of.

  The “designation designating command” indicates the type of the special symbol that is stopped and displayed, “MODE” is set as “E0H”, and DATA information is set according to the type of the special symbol. Since the special symbol type determines the jackpot type and the high probability gaming state as a result, it can be said that the effect symbol designation command indicates the jackpot type and the gaming state.

  In the effect symbol designation command, when various special symbols are determined and the variation display of the special symbol is started, an effect symbol designation command corresponding to the determined special symbol is transmitted to the effect control board 120. Specifically, when the variation display of the special symbol is started in steps S311-3, S311-7, and S311-9, the effect symbol designation command corresponding to the determined special symbol is transmitted for the effect of the main RAM 110c. Set in the data storage area. Thereafter, the effect designating command set in the effect transmission data storage area in step S700 is immediately transmitted to the effect control board 120.

  The “first special symbol memory designation command” indicates the number of reserved memories stored in the first special symbol reservation number (U1) storage area, “MODE” is set to “E1H”, and the number of reserved memories DATA information is set according to the above.

  This first special symbol memory designation command is effect-controlled by the first special symbol memory designation command corresponding to the number of reserved memories when the number of reserved memories stored in the first special symbol reservation number (U1) storage area is switched. It is transmitted to the substrate 120. Specifically, when the value stored in the first special symbol holding number (U1) storage area increases or decreases in step S230-11 or step S310-7, the number corresponding to the holding memory number after increase / decrease is increased. One special symbol memory designation command is set in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c. Thereafter, the first special symbol memory designation command set in the production transmission data storage area in step S700 is immediately transmitted to the production control board 120.

  The “second special symbol memory designation command” indicates the number of reserved memories stored in the second special symbol reservation number (U2) storage area, “MODE” is set to “E2H”, and the number of reserved memories DATA information is set according to the above.

  This second special symbol memory designation command is directed by the second special symbol memory designation command corresponding to the number of reserved memories when the number of reserved memories stored in the second special symbol reservation number (U2) storage area is switched. It is transmitted to the substrate 120. Specifically, when the value stored in the second special symbol reservation number (U2) storage area in step S240 or step S310-7 increases or decreases, the second special symbol corresponding to the increased or decreased number of reserved memories. The symbol memory designation command is set in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c. Thereafter, the second special symbol memory designation command set in the production transmission data storage area in step S700 is immediately transmitted to the production control board 120.

  In the present embodiment, the “first special symbol memory designation command” and the “second special symbol memory designation command” are collectively referred to as “special symbol memory designation command”.

The “design determination command” indicates that the special symbol is stopped and displayed, “MODE” is set to “E3H”, and “DATA” is set to “00H”.
This symbol confirmation command is transmitted to the effect control board 120 when the special symbol is stopped and displayed. Specifically, when the special symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 20 or the second special symbol display device 21 in step S320-3, the symbol confirmation command is displayed in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c. Set. Thereafter, the symbol confirmation command set in the effect transmission data storage area in step S700 is immediately transmitted to the effect control board 120.

  The “first special symbol variation pattern designation command” indicates the variation time (variation mode) of the special symbol in the first special symbol display device 20, “MODE” is set to “E6H”, and various variations DATA information is set according to the pattern.

  The first special symbol variation pattern designation command is a first special symbol variation pattern corresponding to the variation pattern of the special symbol determined when the special symbol variation display of the first special symbol display device 20 is started. A designation command is transmitted to the effect control board 120. Specifically, when the variation display of the special symbol is started in step S313, the first special symbol variation pattern designation command corresponding to the determined variation pattern of the special symbol is stored in the effect RAM transmission data in the main RAM 110c. Set to area. Thereafter, the first special symbol variation pattern designation command set in the production transmission data storage area in step S700 is immediately transmitted to the production control board 120.

  The “variable pattern designation command for the second special symbol” indicates the variation time (variation mode) of the special symbol in the second special symbol display device 21, and “MODE” is set to “E7H”, and various variations DATA information is set according to the pattern.

  The second special symbol variation pattern designation command is a second special symbol variation pattern corresponding to the variation pattern of the special symbol determined when the special symbol variation display of the second special symbol display device 21 is started. A designation command is transmitted to the effect control board 120. Specifically, when the variation display of the special symbol is started in step S313, the second special symbol variation pattern designation command corresponding to the determined variation pattern of the special symbol is stored in the effect RAM transmission data in the main RAM 110c. Set to area. Thereafter, the second special symbol variation pattern designation command set in the production transmission data storage area in step S700 is immediately transmitted to the production control board 120.

  In the present embodiment, the “first special symbol variation pattern designation command” and the “second special symbol variation pattern designation command” are collectively referred to as a “variation pattern designation command”.

  The “start winning designation command” is information for pre-determining the result of the jackpot lottery. “MODE” is set to “E8H” or “E9H” according to the special symbol display device, and various winning information is displayed. In addition, DATA information is set.

  The start winning designation command is transmitted to the effect control board 120 when the game ball wins the first starting opening 14 or the second starting opening 15 and corresponding to the determined starting winning information.

  Specifically, when a game ball wins at the first start port 14 or the second start port 15 in step S230-10 or S240, the start winning designation command corresponding to the determined winning information is displayed in the main RAM 110c. Set in the transmission data storage area. Thereafter, the start winning designation command set in the production transmission data storage area in step S700 is immediately transmitted to the production control board 120.

  The “Big Winner Opening Specification Command” indicates the number of jackpot rounds according to various jackpot types, “MODE” is set as “EAH”, and DATA information is set according to the number of jackpot rounds Has been.

  With regard to the special winning opening opening designation command, when the big hit round is started, the big winning opening opening designation command corresponding to the started round number is transmitted to the effect control board 120. Specifically, when the first grand prize opening opening / closing door 16b (or the second big prize opening opening / closing door 17b) is opened in step S340-5, the big winning opening opening designation corresponding to the number of rounds to be opened is designated. The command is set in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c. Thereafter, in step S700, the prize winning opening release command set in the effect transmission data storage area is immediately transmitted to the effect control board 120.

  The “opening designation command” indicates that various jackpots start, “MODE” is set as “EBH”, and DATA information is set according to the jackpot type.

  As for the opening designation command, when various jackpots start, an opening designation command corresponding to the type of jackpot is transmitted to the effect control board 120.

  Specifically, at the start of the jackpot game process in step S330-13, an opening designation command corresponding to the jackpot type is set in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c. After that, the opening designation command set in the production transmission data storage area in step S700 is immediately transmitted to the production control board 120.

  The “ending designation command” indicates that various jackpots have ended, “MODE” is set as “ECH”, and DATA information is set according to the jackpot type.

  As for the ending designation command, when various jackpots are completed, the ending designation command corresponding to the type of jackpot is transmitted to the effect control board 120.

  Specifically, at the start of the jackpot game end process in step S340-16, an ending designation command corresponding to the jackpot type is set in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c. Thereafter, the ending designation command set in the effect transmission data storage area in step S700 is immediately transmitted to the effect control board 120.

  The “ordinary symbol designation command” indicates the type of the ordinary symbol that is stopped and displayed on the ordinary symbol display device 22, “MODE” is set to “EDH”, and the DATA information is set according to the ordinary symbol type. Is set.

  As for the ordinary symbol designation command, when various ordinary symbols are determined and the variation display of the ordinary symbol is started, the ordinary symbol designation command corresponding to the determined ordinary symbol is transmitted to the effect control board 120.

  Specifically, when the normal symbol variation display is started in step S410-6, a universal symbol designation command corresponding to the determined normal symbol is set in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c. Thereafter, in step S700, the ordinary drawing designation command set in the production transmission data storage area is immediately transmitted to the production control board 120.

  The “ordinary symbol change designation command” indicates the variation time of the ordinary symbol in the ordinary symbol display device 22, “MODE” is set to “EEH”, and DATA information is set in accordance with the variation times of various ordinary symbols. Is set.

  When the normal symbol variation display command of the normal symbol display device 22 is started, the normal symbol variation designation command is transmitted to the effect control board 120 in response to the determined normal symbol variation time. The Specifically, when the normal symbol fluctuation display is started in step S410-7, a universal symbol fluctuation designation command corresponding to the determined normal symbol fluctuation time is entered in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c. Set. After that, the ordinary figure change designation command set in the production transmission data storage area in step S700 is immediately transmitted to the production control board 120.

  The “gaming state designation command” indicates whether it is a short-time gaming state or a non-short-time gaming state, and “MODE” is set to “EFH”, and if it is a non-short-time gaming state, “DATA” is “ “00H” is set, and “DATA” is set to “01H” in the time saving gaming state.

  As for the gaming state designation command, a gaming state designation command corresponding to the gaming state is transmitted to the effect control board 120 at the start of special symbol variation, at the end of special symbol variation, at the start of jackpot game, and at the end of jackpot. .

  Specifically, when the special symbol variation display is started in step S314, there is a possibility that the high probability game flag, the high probability game number, the short time game flag, and the short time number (J) have been changed in step S330-4. When there is a high probability game flag, a high probability game count, a short-time game flag, and a short-time count (J) in step S350-6, the game state designation command corresponding to the current game state is the main. It is set in the effect transmission data storage area of the RAM 110c. Thereafter, the gaming state designation command set in the production transmission data storage area in step S700 is immediately transmitted to the production control board 120.

(Main process of production control unit 120m)
Processing executed by the sub CPU 120a in the effect control unit 120m will be described. First, the main process of the effect control unit 120m will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 28 is a diagram showing a main process in the effect control unit 120m.

  In step S1000, the sub CPU 120a performs an initialization process. In this process, the sub CPU 120a reads the main processing program from the sub ROM 120b and initializes and sets a flag stored in the sub RAM 120c in response to power-on.

  In step S1100, the sub CPU 120a performs a sub random number update process. In this process, the sub CPU 120a performs a process of updating various random numbers stored in the sub RAM 120c. Thereafter, the process of step S1100 is repeated until a predetermined interrupt process is performed.

(Timer interrupt processing of the production control unit 120m)
The timer interrupt process of the effect control unit 120m will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 29 is a diagram illustrating timer interrupt processing in the effect control unit 120m. Although not shown, a clock pulse is generated every predetermined period (2 milliseconds) by a reset clock pulse generating circuit provided in the effect control unit 120m, and a timer interrupt processing program is read to display the effect control board. Timer interrupt processing is executed.

  In step S1300, the sub CPU 120a saves the information stored in the register of the sub CPU 120a to the stack area.

  In step S1400, the sub CPU 120a performs command analysis processing. In this process, the sub CPU 120a performs a process of analyzing a command stored in the reception buffer of the sub RAM 120c. A specific description of the command analysis processing will be described later with reference to FIGS.

  When the effect control unit 120m receives a command transmitted from the main control board 110, a command reception interrupt process of the effect control unit 120m (not shown) occurs, and the received command is stored in the reception buffer. Thereafter, the received command is analyzed in step S1400.

  In step S1500, the sub CPU 120a performs timer update processing for updating various timer counters used in the effect control unit 120m.

  In step S1700, the sub CPU 120a determines whether or not the signals of the effect button detection switch 35a and the cross key detection switch 36b are input via the frame control board 180, and when the signals of the effect button detection switch 35a and the like are input. The effect input control process for transmitting the effect button signal or the like to the image control unit 150 is performed.

  In step S1800, the sub CPU 120a performs data output processing for transmitting various commands set in the transmission buffer of the sub RAM 120c to the frame control board 180 and the image control unit 150.

  In step S1900, the sub CPU 120a restores the information saved in step S1810 to the register of the sub CPU 120a.

(Command analysis process of effect control unit 120m)
The command analysis processing of the effect control unit 120m will be described with reference to FIGS. FIG. 30 is a diagram showing command analysis processing (1) in the effect control unit 120m. FIG. 31 is a diagram showing command analysis processing (2) in the effect control unit 120m.

  Specifically, it is a diagram showing a subroutine of step S1400 in the timer interrupt process. The command analysis process (2) in FIG. 31 is performed subsequent to the command analysis process (1) in FIG.

  In step S1401, the sub CPU 120a checks whether there is a command in the reception buffer, and checks whether the command has been received. In this process, if there is a command in the reception buffer, the sub CPU 120a moves the process to step S1410. On the other hand, in this process, if there is no command in the reception buffer, the sub CPU 120a ends the current command analysis process.

  In step S1410, the sub CPU 120a checks whether or not the command stored in the reception buffer is a special symbol storage designation command. In this process, if the command stored in the reception buffer is a special symbol storage designation command, the sub CPU 120a moves the process to step S1411. On the other hand, in this process, if the command stored in the reception buffer is not a special symbol storage designation command, the sub CPU 120a moves the process to step S1420.

  In step S1411, the sub CPU 120a analyzes the reserved memory number from the special symbol memory designation command, and performs a reserved memory update process for setting the analyzed reserved memory number in the reserved memory number counter of the sub RAM 120c.

  In step S1420, the sub CPU 120a determines whether or not the command stored in the reception buffer is a start winning designation command. In this process, if the command stored in the reception buffer is a start winning designation command, the sub CPU 120a moves the process to step S1421. On the other hand, in this process, if the command stored in the reception buffer is not the start winning designation command, the sub CPU 120a moves the process to step S1430.

  In step S1421, the sub CPU 120a performs a hold display mode determination process for determining a hold display mode to be displayed on the image display device 31, based on the content of the received start winning designation command. In the hold display mode determination process, the sub CPU 120a transmits hold display data corresponding to the determined hold display mode to the image control unit 150 and the lamp control unit 170. The hold display mode determination process will be described later with reference to FIG.

  In step S1430, the sub CPU 120a checks whether or not the command stored in the reception buffer is an effect designating command. In this process, if the command stored in the reception buffer is an effect designating command, the sub CPU 120a moves the process to step S1431. On the other hand, in this process, if the command stored in the reception buffer is not an effect designating command, the sub CPU 120a moves the process to step S1440.

  In step S1431, the sub CPU 120a performs basic symbol data determination processing for determining the effect symbol 38 to be stopped and displayed on the image display device 31 based on the content of the received effect symbol designation command.

  In this basic symbol data determination process, basic symbol data (first to fourth jackpot symbol data, small bonus symbol data, loss symbol data) for analyzing the presence symbol designation command and identifying the type of jackpot is analyzed. And the determined basic symbol data is set in the basic symbol storage area of the sub-RAM 120c.

  In step S1440, the sub CPU 120a checks whether or not the command stored in the reception buffer is a variation pattern designation command. In this process, if the command stored in the reception buffer is a variation pattern designation command, the sub CPU 120a moves the process to step S1441. On the other hand, in this process, if the command stored in the reception buffer is not a variation pattern designation command, the sub CPU 120a moves the process to step S1450.

  In step S1441, the sub CPU 120a performs a variation effect pattern determination process for determining an effect mode to be displayed on the image display device 31 based on the change pattern designation command and the effect random number value.

  In this process, the sub CPU 120a determines one variation effect pattern from a plurality of variation effect patterns based on the variation pattern designation command and the effect random number. Then, the sub CPU 120a sets the determined variation effect pattern in the effect pattern storage area, and transmits information on the determined variation effect pattern to the image control unit 150 and the lamp control unit 170, so that the sub CPU 120a is based on the determined variation effect pattern. Data is set in the transmission buffer of the sub RAM 120c.

  Thereafter, the image display device 31 is controlled based on the variation effect pattern. Note that the variation mode of the effect design 38 is determined based on the variation effect pattern determined here. This variation effect pattern determination process will be described later with reference to FIG.

  In step S1442, the sub CPU 120a refers to the start winning designation command and performs a hold display mode update process for updating the hold display mode to be displayed on the image display device 31. In this hold display mode update process, the sub CPU 120 a transmits hold display data corresponding to the determined hold display mode to the image control unit 150 and the lamp control unit 170. This hold display mode update process will be described later with reference to FIG.

  In step S1450, the sub CPU 120a checks whether or not the command stored in the reception buffer is a symbol determination command. In this process, if the command stored in the reception buffer is a symbol determination command, the sub CPU 120a moves the process to step S1451. On the other hand, in this process, if the command stored in the reception buffer is not a symbol determination command, the sub CPU 120a moves the process to step S1460.

  In step S1451, the sub CPU 120a performs an effect symbol stop process in which a stop designation command for stopping and displaying the effect symbol is set in the transmission buffer of the sub RAM 120c in order to stop the effect symbol 38.

  In step S1460, the sub CPU 120a determines whether or not the command stored in the reception buffer is a gaming state designation command. In this process, if the command stored in the reception buffer is a gaming state designation command, the sub CPU 120a moves the process to step S1461. On the other hand, in this process, if the command stored in the reception buffer is not a gaming state designation command, the sub CPU 120a moves the process to step S1470.

  In step S1461, the sub CPU 120a sets data indicating the gaming state based on the received gaming state designation command in the gaming state storage area in the sub RAM 120c.

  In step S1470, the sub CPU 120a checks whether or not the command stored in the reception buffer is an opening designation command. In this process, if the command stored in the reception buffer is an opening designation command, the sub CPU 120a moves the process to step S1471. On the other hand, in this process, if the command stored in the reception buffer is not an opening designation command, the sub CPU 120a moves the process to step S1480.

  In step S1471, the sub CPU 120a performs a hit start effect pattern determination process for determining a hit start effect pattern. In the hit start effect pattern determination process, a hit start effect pattern is determined based on the opening designation command, and the determined hit start effect pattern is set in the effect pattern storage area.

  Then, in order to transmit the determined hit start effect pattern information to the image control unit 150, the lamp control unit 170, and the frame control board 180, an effect pattern designation command based on the determined hit start effect pattern is set in the transmission buffer of the sub-RAM 120c. To do.

  In step S1480, the sub CPU 120a checks whether or not the command stored in the reception buffer is a special winning opening opening designation command. In this process, if the command stored in the reception buffer is a special winning opening release command, the sub CPU 120a moves the process to step S1481. On the other hand, in this process, the sub CPU 120a moves the process to step S1490 if it is not the big winning opening release designation command.

  In step S1481, the sub CPU 120a performs a jackpot effect pattern determination process for determining a jackpot effect pattern. In the jackpot effect pattern determination process, a jackpot effect pattern is determined based on the big prize opening opening designation command, and the determined jackpot effect pattern is set in the effect pattern storage area.

  Then, in order to transmit information on the determined jackpot effect pattern to the image control unit 150, the lamp control unit 170, and the frame control board 180, an effect pattern designation command based on the determined jackpot effect pattern is set in the transmission buffer of the sub RAM 120c.

  In step S1490, the sub CPU 120a checks whether or not the command stored in the reception buffer is an ending designation command. In this process, if the command stored in the reception buffer is an ending designation command, the sub CPU 120a moves the process to step S1491. On the other hand, in this process, if the sub CPU 120a is not an ending designation command, the command analysis process for this time is terminated.

  In step S1491, the sub CPU 120a performs a hit end effect pattern determination process for determining a hit end effect pattern, and ends the current command analysis process. In the hit end effect pattern determination process, a hit end effect pattern is determined based on the ending designation command, and the determined hit end effect pattern is set in the effect pattern storage area.

  Then, in order to transmit information on the determined winning end effect pattern to the image control unit 150, the lamp control unit 170, and the frame control board 180, an effect pattern designation command based on the determined winning end effect pattern is set in the transmission buffer of the sub RAM 120c. To do.

(Pending display mode decision process)
The hold display mode determination process will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 32 is a diagram illustrating a hold display mode determination process in the effect control unit 120m. Specifically, it is a diagram showing a subroutine of step S1421 in the command analysis process.

  In step S1421-1, the sub CPU 120a refers to the received start winning designation command. Specifically, in this processing, the sub CPU 120a analyzes the received start winning designation command and grasps the jackpot winning, jackpot type, and the contents of the effect (planned variation pattern).

  In step S1421-2, the sub CPU 120a obtains a hold display mode determination random value. That is, in this process, the sub CPU 120a acquires one random number value from “0” to “99”, which is the range of the hold display mode determination random value.

  In step S1421-3, the sub CPU 120a selects a hold display mode determination table. In the present embodiment, the hold display mode determination table shown in FIG. 10 is selected. For example, the hold display mode determination table for the non-short game state and the hold display mode determination table for the short time game state are provided. Depending on the gaming state, one of the hold display mode determination tables may be selected.

  In step S1421-4, the sub CPU 120a refers to the hold display mode determination table shown in FIG. 10, and based on the start winning designation command, the hold number, and the hold display mode determination random value, the hold display pattern (hold display mode). To decide.

  As an example, in this process, when the sub CPU 120a receives the start winning designation command, for example, when the start winning designation command is a start winning designation command corresponding to the first start port 14 (MODE is “ E8H "), search for free storage areas in order from the first storage unit of the first storage area, and if the free storage area is the fourth storage unit, that is, if the number of holds is" 3 " The hold display mode for the fourth hold is determined, and the hold display mode for each shift process to the fourth hold, the third hold, the second hold, and the first hold is determined.

  Similarly, when the sub CPU 120a receives the start winning designation command and the number of holds is “2”, the sub CPU 120a determines the hold display mode of the third hold, the third hold, the second hold, the first hold The hold display mode during each shift process to hold is determined.

  Similarly, when the sub CPU 120a receives the start winning designation command and the number of holds is “1”, the sub CPU 120a determines the hold display mode of the second hold and shifts from the second hold to the first hold. The hold display mode at the time of processing is determined.

  In step S1421-5, the sub CPU 120a creates hold display data based on the hold display pattern determined in step S1421-4, and sets the hold display data in the hold storage area.

  In this process, as described above, if the sub CPU 120a is a start winning designation command corresponding to the first start port 14 (MODE is “E8H”), the sub CPU 120a starts from the first storage unit in the first storage area. The free storage area is searched in order, and the hold display data is set in the free storage area.

  In addition, when the sub CPU 120a is a start winning designation command corresponding to the second start port 15 (MODE is “E9H”), the sub CPU 120a searches for a free storage area in order from the fifth storage section of the second storage area. The hold display data is set in the free storage area.

  In step S1421-6, the sub CPU 120a sets the hold display data in the transmission buffer in order to send the hold display data to the image control unit 150 and the frame control board 180.

  In step S1421-7, the sub CPU 120a determines whether or not the start winning designation command referred to in step S1421-1 is a specific starting winning designation command. Specifically, the sub CPU 120a determines that the start winning designation command DATA determined based on the jackpot lottery preliminary determination table shown in FIG. 8 is “08H” to “0AH”, “0EH” to “10H”, That is, it is determined whether or not it is related to “SPSP reach”.

  In the present embodiment, the sub CPU 120a assumes that the start winning designation command DATA is related to “SPSP reach” as the specific start winning designation command. However, the sub CPU 120a is not limited to this. "May also be a specific start winning designation command.

  In this case, in the hold display mode determination table shown in FIG. 10, when the start winning designation command is related to “SP reach”, the hold display mode is not changed during the shift process, but the hold change mode is changed during the shift process. It is better to let them.

  In this process, if the sub CPU 120a determines that the command is a specific start winning designation command, the process proceeds to step S1421-8. On the other hand, in this process, if the sub CPU 120a determines that the command is not a specific start winning designation command, the current hold display mode determination process ends.

  In step S1421-8, the sub CPU 120a turns on the hold display mode update flag.

  In step S1421-9, the sub CPU 120a sets a hold display mode update flag counter (x). Specifically, in this process, when it is determined in step S1421-7 that the sub CPU 120a is a specific start winning designation command, the sub CPU 120a refers to a storage area in which the specific starting winning designation command is stored.

  Then, the sub CPU 120a determines and sets the value of the hold display mode update flag counter (x) according to the referenced storage area. For example, when the storage area in which the specific start winning designation command is stored is the fourth storage section of the first storage area or the eighth storage section of the second storage area, the sub CPU 120a displays the hold display mode. “3” is set as the value of the update flag counter (x). Similarly, in the case of the third storage unit or the seventh storage unit, “2” is set. In the case of the second storage unit or the sixth storage unit, “1” is set. In the case of the first storage unit or the fifth storage unit, “0” is set.

(Variation effect pattern determination process)
The variation effect pattern determination process will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 33 is a diagram showing a variation effect pattern determination process in the effect control unit 120m. Specifically, it is a figure which shows the subroutine of step S1441 in a command analysis process.

  This variation effect pattern determination process is a process performed when the variation pattern designation command set in step S313 in the special symbol memory determination process by the main CPU 110a is received. And this variation effect pattern determination process performs the process which determines the variation effect pattern which shows what kind of control is performed to the apparatuses for various effects, such as the image display apparatus 31, during the variation display of a special symbol.

  In step S1441-1, the sub CPU 120a obtains an effect random number. That is, in this process, the sub CPU 120a acquires one random number value from “0” to “99” that is the range of the random number value for presentation.

  In step S1441-2, the sub CPU 120a selects a variation effect pattern determination table. It should be noted that a non-short-time gaming state hold display mode determination table and a short-time gaming state variable effect pattern determination table may be provided, and any of the variable effect pattern determination tables may be selected according to the gaming state.

  In step S1441-3, the sub CPU 120a refers to the variation effect pattern determination table selected in step S1441-2, and determines the variation effect pattern based on the variation pattern designation command and the effect random number.

  In step S1441-4, the sub CPU 120a creates variation effect pattern data based on the variation effect pattern determined in step S1441-3, and sets the created variation effect pattern data in the effect pattern storage area. At this time, the sub CPU 120a sets the variable effect pattern command in the transmission buffer in order to transmit the variable effect pattern command to the image control unit 150 and the frame control board 180.

(Pending display mode update process)
The hold display mode update process will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 34 is a diagram showing a hold display mode update process in the effect control unit 120m. Specifically, it is a diagram showing a subroutine of step S1442 in the command analysis process.

  In step S1442-1, the sub CPU 120a determines whether or not the hold display mode update flag set in step S1421-8 is ON. That is, in this process, the sub CPU 120a determines whether or not a specific start winning designation command is set in the reserved storage area.

  In this process, if the sub CPU 120a determines that the hold display mode update flag is ON, the process proceeds to step S1442-2. On the other hand, in this process, if the sub CPU 120a determines that the hold display mode update flag is not ON, that is, it is OFF, the sub CPU 120a ends the current hold display mode update process.

  In step S1442-2, the sub CPU 120a updates the hold display mode update flag counter (x). Specifically, in this process, the sub CPU 120a performs a process of subtracting “1” from the hold display mode update flag counter (x) set in step S1421-9.

  In Step S1442-3, the sub CPU 120a determines whether or not the hold display mode update flag counter (x) is “0”. In this process, if the sub CPU 120a determines that the hold display mode update flag counter (x) is “0”, it moves the process to step S1442-4.

  On the other hand, in this process, if the sub CPU 120a determines that the hold display mode update flag counter (x) is not “0”, that is, “1” or more, the process proceeds to step S1442-5.

  In step S1442-4, the sub CPU 120a turns off the hold display mode update flag. Then, the sub CPU 120a ends the current hold display mode update process.

  In step S1442-5, the sub CPU 120a obtains a concealment effect mode determination random value. Specifically, in this process, the sub CPU 120a acquires one random number value from “0” to “99” that is the range of the concealment effect mode determination random value.

  In step S1442-6, the sub CPU 120a selects a concealment effect mode determination table.

  In step S1442-7, with reference to the concealment effect mode determination table shown in FIG. 11, based on the start winning designation command, the hold display mode update flag counter (x), whether or not hold change is possible, and the concealment effect mode determination random value, The concealment effect mode is determined.

  In step S1442-8, the sub CPU 120a performs a hold display mode update process. Specifically, in this process, the sub CPU 120a holds the start winning designation command corresponding to the start winning designation command digested before the specific starting prize designation command based on the concealment effect mode determined in step S1442-7. The display mode of the icon is determined again.

  Here, referring to the concealment effect mode determination table shown in FIG. 11, for example, if the on / off status of the hold icon corresponding to the determination information stored in the third storage unit is ON, the concealment effect is demonstrated. After that, it may be determined that the first hold and the second hold are changed together with the third hold. In such a case, the sub CPU 120a determines the hold display pattern of the first hold and the second hold again.

  In Step S1442-9, the sub CPU 120a creates hold display data based on the hold display pattern determined in Step S1442-8, and sets the created hold display data in the hold storage area, that is, rewrites it.

  In step S1442-10, the sub CPU 120a sets the hold display data in the transmission buffer in order to send the hold display data to the image control unit 150 and the frame control board 180.

(Example)
A production example will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 35 is a diagram illustrating an example of the effect mode displayed on the image display device 31. Note that the image display device 31 shown in FIG. 35 shows a state viewed from the player side.

  As illustrated in FIG. 35A, the display image of the variation stage is displayed on the image display device 31 on the lower side of the center of the display area of the image display device 31.

  On the image display device 31, a display image of the hold icon is displayed on the left side of the variation stage. Note that the hold icon displayed on the left side of the variation stage is a display of a hold icon indicating that determination information acquired when a game ball enters the first start port 14 is stored. It is an image.

  On the other hand, although not illustrated in FIG. 35, a hold icon is also displayed on the right side of the fluctuation stage, and this hold icon is triggered by the game ball entering the second start port 15. This indicates that the acquired determination information is stored.

  In this embodiment, “blue hold icon”, “red hold icon”, and “zebra hold icon” are defined as the display mode of the hold icon, and the start winning prize is referred to with reference to the hold display mode determination table shown in FIG. Based on the designated command, the number of holds, and the random number for determining the hold display mode, one of “blue hold icon”, “red hold icon”, and “zebra hold icon” is determined.

  In FIG. 35A, a display image of “blue hold icon” is displayed as the hold icon corresponding to the determination information stored in the first storage unit to the third storage unit of the first storage area. FIG. 35A shows that the determination information is stored in the fourth storage unit of the first storage area, and “red hold” is displayed as the hold icon corresponding to the determination information stored in the fourth storage unit. A display image of “icon” is displayed.

  As illustrated in FIG. 35 (b), the image display device 31 includes, as an example of a display image showing the next fluctuation in FIG. 35 (a), from the fourth hold to the third hold and from the third hold to the second hold. A display image shifted from the second hold to the first hold is displayed.

  In FIG. 35B, a display image of “blue hold icon” is displayed as the hold icon corresponding to the determination information stored in the second storage unit from the first storage unit of the first storage area. In FIG. 35B, a display image of “red hold icon” is displayed as the hold icon corresponding to the determination information stored in the third storage unit.

  In FIG. 35B, a display image indicating a state in which the cannon fires a bomb toward the hold icon is displayed on the image display device 31 as a suggestion effect that suggests a change of the hold icon.

  As illustrated in FIG. 35C, the image display device 31 displays a display image indicating a concealed state in which one hold icon cannot be identified or difficult for a predetermined period. Specifically, in FIG. 35 (c), a bomb fired by a cannon explodes, wraps one hold icon with a flame, and displays a display image indicating an indistinguishable or difficult concealment state for a predetermined period.

  FIG. 35 (c) shows a case where a bomb fired by a cannon is exploded and a display image showing a state where one holding icon is wrapped with flame is displayed, but the present invention is not limited to this. Here, there may be a case where a bomb fired by a cannon does not hit the hold icon, or a state where the bomb does not explode and is not fired, and the display image indicating the concealment state is not displayed.

  In addition, in FIG. 35C, as one aspect of the concealment effect that conceals the hold icon, the hold icon is concealed with “flame”, but is not limited to this, for example, has a plurality of forms, In the case of the first mode, the hold icon may be changed at a predetermined rate, and in the case of the second mode, the hold icon may be changed at a rate higher than that of the first mode.

  Thereby, according to the aspect of the concealment effect which conceals a holding icon, it becomes possible to give a player the expectation to the change of a holding icon.

  As illustrated in FIG. 35 (d), the image display device 31 displays a display image indicating a concealment state in which one hold icon cannot be identified or difficult for a predetermined period, and then the “red hold icon” is displayed. A display image is displayed. That is, FIG. 35D shows a state where the display mode of the hold icon does not change even after the concealment effect.

  On the other hand, as illustrated in FIG. 35 (e), after the display image indicating the concealment state in which one hold icon cannot be identified or difficult for a predetermined period is displayed on the image display device 31, A display image of “hold icon” is displayed. That is, FIG. 35 (e) shows a state in which the display mode of the hold icon changes after the concealment effect.

  Thus, as illustrated in FIGS. 35D and 35E, in this embodiment, after the display image indicating the concealed state in which the hold icon cannot be identified or difficult for a predetermined period is displayed, The hold icon is displayed as it is or changed.

  As illustrated in FIG. 35 (f), the image display device 31 has a state in which the airplane drops a bomb on the hold icon as another example of the suggestion effect that suggests the change of the hold icon shown in FIG. 35 (b). Is displayed.

  As illustrated in FIG. 35G, the image display device 31 displays a display image indicating a concealed state in which a plurality of hold icons cannot be identified or difficult for a predetermined period. Specifically, in FIG. 35G, a bomb dropped by an airplane explodes, wraps a plurality of hold icons with flames, and displays a display image indicating an indistinguishable or difficult concealment state for a predetermined period.

  FIG. 35 (g) shows a scene in which a bomb dropped by an airplane explodes and a display image showing a state in which a plurality of hold icons are wrapped with flames is displayed. However, the present invention is not limited to this. Here, there is a scene where the bomb dropped by the airplane does not hit the hold icon, or the bomb does not explode and is not fired, and the display image indicating the concealment state is not displayed.

  In FIG. 35 (g), all the hold icons are hidden. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, two hold icons may be hidden. In this case, it is preferable to change the hold icons at different ratios according to the number of hold icons to be concealed. Specifically, it is preferable to change the hold icons at a higher rate when the number of the hold icons to be concealed is larger than when the number is low.

  In this way, when "Drop from airplane → bomb", which triggers the hiding of the hold icon, was performed, whether the two hold icons are hidden or all the hold icons are hidden, or the player is interested. It becomes possible.

  In FIG. 35 (g), for each hold icon, the hold icon is concealed by “flame”, but a plurality of hold icons may be concealed by one “flame”. At this time, it is preferable to make it difficult for the player to grasp the number of concealed hold icons.

  This makes it possible to attract the player's interest as to how many hold icons are hidden.

  As illustrated in FIG. 35 (h), the image display device 31 displays a display image indicating a concealed state in which a plurality of icons cannot be identified or difficult for a predetermined period, and then is displayed in the first storage area. A display image of “blue hold icon” is displayed on the storage unit and the second storage unit, and a display image of “red hold icon” is displayed on the third storage unit. That is, FIG. 35 (h) shows a state in which the display mode of the hold icon does not change even after the concealment effect.

  On the other hand, as illustrated in FIG. 35 (i), the image display device 31 displays a display image indicating a concealed state in which a plurality of held icons cannot be identified for a predetermined period or is difficult to display. A display image of “zebra hold icon” is displayed in the third storage section of the storage area. That is, FIG. 35 (i) shows a state in which the display mode of the hold icon changes after the concealment effect.

  Further, as illustrated in FIG. 35 (j), the first storage area is displayed on the image display device 31 after the display image indicating the concealment state in which the plurality of held icons cannot be identified or difficult for a predetermined period is displayed. The first storage unit and the second storage unit display a display image of “red hold icon”, and the third storage unit displays a display image of “zebra hold icon”. FIG. 35 (j) also shows a state where the display mode of the hold icon changes after the concealment effect, as in FIG. 35 (i). However, in FIG. 35 (j), unlike FIG. 35 (i), the first hold icon, the second hold icon, and the third hold icon all change.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, as illustrated in FIGS. 35 (h) to 35 (j), after the display image indicating the concealment state in which the hold icon cannot be identified or difficult for a predetermined period is displayed, The hold icon is displayed as it is or changed.

  Furthermore, in this embodiment, as illustrated in FIGS. 35 (i) and 35 (j), after the display image indicating the concealment state in which the hold icon cannot be identified for a predetermined period or is difficult is displayed, The hold icon is changed, or a plurality of hold icons are changed.

  Here, in the present embodiment, when a display image indicating a state in which the cannon fires a bomb toward the hold icon, which is the first aspect of the concealment effect that triggers the change of the hold icon, is displayed. A display image indicating a concealed state in which one hold icon cannot be identified or difficult for a predetermined period is displayed.

  On the other hand, when a display image indicating a state in which the airplane drops a bomb toward the hold icon, which is a second aspect of the concealment effect that triggers the change of the hold icon, a plurality of hold icons is displayed. Is displayed for a predetermined period, and a display image indicating a concealed state that is difficult is displayed.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, the concealment effect in which one on-hold icon is concealed and the concealment effect in which a plurality of on-hold icons are concealed are performed in different effects.

  Thereby, in this embodiment, the display image which shows the state where an airplane drops a bomb toward a hold icon is displayed rather than the case where the display image which shows the state where a cannon fires a bomb toward a hold icon is displayed. When this is done, it is possible to give the player a sense of expectation for the change of the hold icon.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the display image in which the airplane drops the bomb toward the hold icon is displayed rather than the display image that displays the state in which the cannon fires the bomb toward the hold icon. Is changing the hold icon at a higher rate.

  Thereby, in this embodiment, the display image which shows the state where an airplane drops a bomb toward a hold icon is displayed rather than the case where the display image which shows the state where a cannon fires a bomb toward a hold icon is displayed. When this is done, it is possible to give the player a sense of expectation for the change of the hold icon.

  In the present embodiment, as described above, when a display image indicating a state in which the airplane drops a bomb toward the hold icon is displayed, a plurality of hold icons are hidden. In the case where a display image indicating a state in which the airplane drops a bomb toward the hold icon is displayed, the ratio of making the plurality of hold icons in the concealed state may be increased.

  As described above, the gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment displays a display image indicating a state in which a cannon fires a bomb toward a hold icon as a concealment effect for concealing one hold icon. As a concealment effect for making the icon concealed, a display image indicating a state in which the airplane drops a bomb toward the hold icon is displayed.

  As described above, the gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment causes the concealment effect for concealing one on-hold icon to the concealment state and the concealment effect for concealing the plurality of on-hold icons in different concealment modes. .

  Thereby, according to the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, it is possible to suggest to the player whether or not the display mode of the hold icon changes, and to attract more interest of the player in the game.

  Therefore, according to the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, it is possible to improve the interest of the game effect by attracting the player's interest in the game.

  In the present embodiment, in the first start port detection switch input process by the main CPU 110a, the process of acquiring various random numbers from step S230-5 to step S230-8 constitutes one aspect of the “acquisition unit”.

  In the present embodiment, in the special symbol memory determination process by the main CPU 110a, the jackpot determination process in step S311 constitutes one aspect of the “determination unit”.

  In the present embodiment, in the first start port detection switch input process by the main CPU 110a, “1” is added to the first special symbol holding number (U1) storage area from step S230-3 to step S230-4 and stored. This process constitutes one aspect of the “storage means”.

  In the present embodiment, in the first start port detection switch input process by the main CPU 110a, the prior determination process in step S230-9 constitutes one aspect of the “predetermining means”.

  In the present embodiment, in the hold display mode determination process by the sub CPU 120a, the hold display mode from step S1421-1 to step S1421-6 is determined, and the hold display data according to the determined hold display mode is set in the transmission buffer. The process constitutes one aspect of “pending display control means”.

  In the present embodiment, in the hold display mode update process by the sub CPU 120a, the concealment effect mode from step S1442-5 to step S1442-10 is determined, and the hold display data related to the determined concealment effect mode is set in the transmission buffer. The process constitutes one aspect of “production control means”.

10 gaming machine 110 main control board 110a main CPU
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120b Sub ROM
120c sub RAM
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Claims (2)

An acquisition means for acquiring determination information when the acquisition condition is satisfied;
Determination means for determining whether to perform a special game advantageous to the player based on the determination information acquired by the acquisition means;
Storage means capable of storing up to a predetermined number of determination information acquired by the acquisition means;
Prior determination means for determining in advance whether or not to perform the special game before the determination information stored in the storage means is determined by the determination means;
A hold display control means for causing a predetermined display means to display a hold object corresponding to the determination information stored in the storage means in a predetermined display mode;
When the holding object is displayed by the hold display control means, on a predetermined display means to display a predetermined image to be a display mode of the pending objects only unidentifiable or identification difficult concealed predetermined period Production control means capable of performing a concealment production,
The hold display control means includes
Based on the determination result by the prior determination means, it is possible to change and display the display mode of the hold object to a specific display mode that suggests that the special game is likely to be performed,
The production control means includes
Before the hold object is changed to the specific display mode, it is possible to perform the concealment effect,
In the concealment effect, when the first concealment effect for displaying the first predetermined image for causing only the reserved object to be changed to the specific display mode to be in the concealment state is performed, and in the specific display mode And performing a second concealment effect for displaying a second predetermined image for causing a plurality of the suspended objects including the suspended object to be changed to be in the concealed state,
Before the first concealment effect or the second concealment effect is performed, the image suggests that the holding object may be changed, and the first predetermined image and the second predetermined image Makes it possible to perform suggestion effects that display different suggestion images ,
The suggestion effect is the case where the first concealment effect takes place, at the when the second concealment effect takes place, Ri contents of the suggestion image different,
Even if the suggestion effect is performed, the concealment effect may not be performed .
A gaming machine characterized by The production control means can perform the concealment production even when the hold object is not changed to the specific display mode.
The hold object is more easily changed to the specific display mode when the second concealment effect is performed than when the first concealment effect is performed;
The gaming machine according to claim 1.