JP6457202B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine in which a player can play a predetermined game.

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

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

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

  In addition, as a pachinko machine, information for determining whether or not to make a specific display result for variable display that has not yet started even though the game medium has passed through the start area is stored as hold information, Some display hold specific information corresponding to hold information.

  For example, Patent Document 1 refers to numerical data extracted when a game medium passes through the start area before starting variable display based on the fact that the game medium has passed through the start area (start winning prize opening). A game machine configured to determine whether or not the display result is a specific display result and to set the display mode of the hold specific information as a special mode based on the determination result. Further, it is possible to execute a continuous effect with the effect image as a special aspect over a plurality of continuous variable displays.

JP 2012-254201 A (paragraph 0195, FIGS. 53 to 56)

  However, the conventional gaming machine has a problem that it is difficult to appropriately increase the player's expectation by both the display mode of the hold specific information and the continuous performance.

  The present invention has been made based on such a background, and an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of suitably enhancing a player's expectation by both the display mode of the hold specific information and the continuous performance. It is to provide.

  The present invention adopts the following means in order to solve the above problems. In addition, although the code | symbol used in description of the best form for implementing invention mentioned later and drawing is added in parenthesis for reference, the component of this invention is not limited to this appendix.

First, the invention according to means 1
Based on the fact that the game medium (game ball) has passed through the start area provided in the game area (the first start winning opening 13 and the second start winning opening 14), the variable display of the identification information (change of the first special symbol) Display, variation display of second special symbol, variation display of effect symbol), and when a predetermined specific display result (big hit symbol) is derived as the display result, it is advantageous for the player and the advantage A gaming machine that controls one of a plurality of different advantageous states (big hit gaming state),
Information for deciding whether or not to use the specific display result for variable display of the identification information that has not yet started even though the game medium has passed through the start area is hold information (first hold memory, A second storage unit (a second storage unit) that can be stored as a second storage unit (a first storage buffer, a second storage buffer);
On hold display means for displaying hold specific information corresponding to each of the hold information stored in the hold storage means (the microcomputer 100 for effect control includes S1010 (FIG. 21), S1023 (FIG. 22), S1033 (FIG. 22 ), S1043 (FIG. 25), S1047 (FIG. 25), S1060 (FIG. 27), S1020 (FIG. 40), S1023A (FIG. 41), and S1033A (FIG. 41)),
A start time determining means for determining whether or not the display result is the specific display result based on the hold information when starting the variable display of the identification information (for game control when starting the variable display of the special symbol) A portion in which the microcomputer 560 (CPU 56) determines whether the display result is a big hit or not based on the big hit determination random number);
Based on the determination result of the start time determining means, variable display executing means for executing variable display of the identification information (part where the effect control microcomputer 100 executes effect symbol variation start processing (FIGS. 29 and 43)) When,
Pre-start determination means for determining whether or not the specific display result is obtained before the determination by the start time determination means (the part in which the game control microcomputer 560 executes the processing of S220 to S222 (FIG. 15));
Based on the determination by the pre-start determination means, the display mode of the hold specific information corresponding to the hold information that is the object of the determination is changed to a special mode ("heat" character of the first special mode, or of the second special mode). It is determined whether or not to set the display mode of the hold specific information based on the determination result, and the display mode control means (the production control microcomputer 100 can change the display mode of the hold specific information to S1023 ( 22), S1043 (FIG. 25), S1023A (FIG. 41),
It is determined whether or not to execute a continuous effect accompanying the variable display of the identification information multiple times in succession, and based on the determination result, continuous effect execution means (the effect control microcomputer 100 can execute the continuous effect). S1055, S1056, S1058, and S1059 of the background change effect determination process (FIG. 27), S2041 and S2043 of the process table selection process (FIG. 32), S2026 of the change start determination process (FIG. 44), and the process table selection process (Part for executing S2063 and S2065 in FIG. 47),
The continuous production execution means includes
When the display mode of the hold specific information is displayed in the special mode when the determination in the pre-start determination unit is executed, the display mode of the hold specific information is not displayed in the special mode (The effect control microcomputer 100 refers to the background change effect determination table in FIG. 28, S1050 in the background change effect determination process (FIG. 27), and the second variation in FIG. 46). A part for executing the process of S2024 (FIG. 44) of the fluctuation start time determination process with reference to the start time determination table),
The continuous effect according to the determination can be executed during the variable display period of the identification information that is executed when the determination in the pre-start determination unit is executed, and is a subject of advance notice of the continuous effect. When deriving the specific display result by variable display of the identification information, based on the type of advantageous state to be controlled, the continuous production is performed before the variable information is displayed in advance. Can be terminated,
The display mode control means can determine that the display mode of the hold specific information is the special mode when the number of the hold information stored in the hold storage means is less than a predetermined number,
The continuous effect executing means does not decide to execute the continuous effect when the number of pieces of hold information stored in the hold storage means is less than the predetermined number. This is a pachinko gaming machine 1) according to the embodiment and the second embodiment.
According to this, when the display mode of the hold specific information is a special mode, the continuous effect is executed at a higher rate than when the display mode of the hold specific information is not a special mode. It is possible to suitably increase the player's expectation by both the display mode of the hold specific information and the hold specific information.

The invention according to means 2
Starting region provided in a game area (first starting winning opening 13, the second start winning port 14) on the basis that the game medium (game ball) has passed, the variable display of the identification information (the first special symbol When the display is changed, the second special symbol is changed, and the effect symbol is changed, and a predetermined display result (big hit symbol) is derived as a display result, the player is in an advantageous state (big hit) A gaming machine to be controlled in a gaming state)
The variable display of the identification information of the starting region game media not started yet despite the passage, the specific display results of whether information pending information to determine which (first hold memory , A second storage device that can be stored as a second storage device (a first storage buffer, a second storage buffer),
On hold display means for displaying hold specific information corresponding to each of the hold information stored in the hold storage means (the microcomputer 100 for effect control includes S1010 (FIG. 21), S1023 (FIG. 22), S1033 (FIG. 22 ), S1043 (FIG. 25), S1047 (FIG. 25), S1060 (FIG. 27), S1020 (FIG. 40), S1023A (FIG. 41), and S1033A (FIG. 41)),
Based on the hold information read from the hold storage means when starting the variable display of the identification information, start time determining means for determining whether or not the display result is the specific display result (special symbol variable display is displayed. When starting, the game control microcomputer 560 (CPU 56) determines whether the display result is a big hit or not based on the big hit determination random number),
Based on the determination result of the start time determining means, variable display executing means for executing variable display of the identification information (part where the effect control microcomputer 100 executes effect symbol variation start processing (FIGS. 29 and 43)) When,
Pre-start determination means for determining whether or not the specific display result is obtained before the determination by the start time determination means (the part in which the game control microcomputer 560 executes the processing of S220 to S222 (FIG. 15));
Based on the determination by the pre-start determination means, the display mode of the hold specific information corresponding to the hold information that is the object of the determination is changed to a special mode ("heat" character of the first special mode, or flame of the second special mode). Display mode control means (effects control microcomputer 100 executes S1023 (FIG. 22), S1043 (FIG. 25), S1023A (FIG. 41)),
Continuous production execution means capable of executing a continuous production accompanying the variable display of the identification information multiple times in succession (S1055, S1056, S1058, and S1059 of the background control production determination process (FIG. 27) by the production control microcomputer 100). And S2041 and S2043 of the process table selection process (FIG. 32), S2026 of the change start time determination process (FIG. 44), and a part for executing S2063 and S2065 of the process table selection process (FIG. 47).
The display mode control means sets the display mode of the hold specific information as the special mode at a higher rate when the continuous effect is being executed than when the continuous effect is not being executed (for effect control). A game in which the microcomputer 100 performs the process of S1040 (FIG. 25) of the hold change effect determination process (S1007 of FIGS. 21 and 40) with reference to the hold change effect determination table of FIG. It is a machine (pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the first embodiment and the second embodiment).
According to this, when the continuous production is executed, the display mode of the hold specific information is set to the special mode at a higher rate than the case where the continuous production is not executed. It is possible to suitably increase the player's expectation by both the effects.

The invention according to means 3 is
A gaming machine of means 1 or 2,
Wherein Advantageously state, first advantageous state and a second advantageous conditions favorable for the player than the first preferred state (the first preferred state following 5R jackpot, combining it with the second beneficial state and 15R jackpot ( The combination in which the player's advantage is different in the period controlled to the big hit gaming state), or the combination in which the first advantageous state is a normal big hit and the second advantageous state is a probable big hit (the player's advantage after the big hit gaming state is finished) A combination of different degrees),
When the display result of the variable display of the identification information with the continuous effect (background change effect of the first special mode (sunny mode) or the second special mode (lightning mode)) is the specific display result, the continuous The display result of the variable display of the identification information without production is controlled to the second advantageous state at a higher rate than the case where the display result is the specific display result (in the first embodiment, the first special mode (sunny sky) Mode), the ratio of 15R big hit is higher than the big hit of 5R or less, and in the second special mode (lightning strike mode), the ratio of the probability variation big hit is higher than the normal big hit (see FIG. 23 and FIG. 28), and When trying to determine the execution of the background change effect in the first special mode (clear sky mode), if a big hit other than 15R is made, the first special mode is the change display immediately before the change display that becomes the big hit. When the background change effect is ended (S1028 in FIG. 22) and the decision to execute the background change effect in the second special mode (lightning strike mode) is made, when it is a normal big hit (when it is not a probable big hit), the fluctuation that becomes the big hit The background change effect of the second special mode is ended with the variable display immediately before the display (S1031 in FIG. 22). In the second embodiment, when the variable display is started, a big hit of 5R or less is obtained. Ends the background change effect in the first special mode (clear sky mode) (S2052, S2053, S2054, S2055 in FIG. 47), and ends the background change effect in the second special mode (lightning strike mode) if it is a normal big hit. (S2060, S2061, S2054, S2055 in FIG. 47)
Is a pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the first embodiment and the second embodiment.
According to this, the player comes to pay attention to whether or not the display result of the variable display of the identification information accompanied by the continuous effect becomes the specific display result, and the interest can be improved.

The invention according to means 4 is
Any one of the gaming machines selected from means 1 to 3,
When the display mode of the hold specific information is the special mode, the continuous production is ended at a lower rate than when the display mode of the hold specific information is not the special mode (the microcomputer 100 for production control is S4020). (The portion for executing the mode extension determination process (FIG. 35) of FIG. 34)
Is a pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the first embodiment and the second embodiment.
According to this, although the display mode of the hold specific information is a special mode, it is possible to prevent the interest from deteriorating due to the end of the continuous performance.

The invention according to means 5 is
Any one of the gaming machines selected from means 1 to 4,
Whether or not to execute the continuous effect is determined based on the determination by the pre-start determination unit (the effect control microcomputer 100 performs a pre-decision effect determination process in S1005 (FIG. 21) winning determination process S1020). (1) of (FIG. 22) is determined using the winning determination table of FIG. 23, or (1) of S1050 (FIG. 27) of the background change effect determination process of S1009 (FIG. 21) is the background of FIG. (The part which performs the process determined using a change production determination table)
Is a gaming machine (pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the first embodiment).
According to this, a player's expectation can be raised by performing a continuous production.

The invention according to means 6 is
A gaming machine of means 5,
Wherein Advantageously state, first advantageous state and a second advantageous conditions favorable for the player than the first preferred state (the first preferred state following 5R jackpot, combining it with the second beneficial state and 15R jackpot ( The combination in which the player's advantage is different in the period controlled to the big hit gaming state), or the combination in which the first advantageous state is a normal big hit and the second advantageous state is a probable big hit (the player's advantage after the big hit gaming state is finished) A combination of different degrees),
The pre-start determination means further determines whether the first advantageous state or the second advantageous state is controlled when determining that the specific display result is obtained (when the game control microcomputer 560 is in the start prize) Determination of jackpot type (part for executing S229 in FIG. 15)
When the pre-start determination unit determines that the specific display result (big hit gaming state) is reached, the display mode control unit performs the determination at a higher rate than when it is determined that the specific display result does not occur. The display mode of the hold specific information corresponding to the hold information that is the target of the game is set to a special mode (the effect control microcomputer 100 uses the winning determination table of FIG. 23A or FIG. In the determination process S1005 or in the hold change effect determination process S1007 using the hold change effect determination table of FIG.
The continuous production execution means is the second advantageous state (a 15R big hit when the first advantageous state is a big hit of 5R or less, or a probable big hit when the first advantageous state is a normal big hit) by the pre-start determination means. When it is determined to be controlled to the first advantageous state, the continuous effect is executed at a higher rate than when it is determined to be controlled to the first advantageous state (the background change effect is the first when the 15R big hit is achieved). Increase the ratio of special mode (sunny mode), increase the ratio of background change effect to the second special mode (lightning strike mode) at the probability of big hit (see FIG. 23, FIG. 28))
Is a gaming machine (pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the first embodiment).
According to this, the player pays attention to the display mode of the hold specific information and is also interested in whether or not the continuous performance is executed, so that the interest can be further improved.

The invention according to means 7
A gaming machine of means 5 or 6,
Wherein Advantageously state, first advantageous state and a second advantageous conditions favorable for the player than the first preferred state (the first preferred state following 5R jackpot, combining it with the second beneficial state and 15R jackpot ( The combination in which the player's advantage is different in the period controlled to the big hit gaming state), or the combination in which the first advantageous state is a normal big hit and the second advantageous state is a probable big hit (the player's advantage after the big hit gaming state is finished) A combination of different degrees),
The pre-start determination means further determines whether the first advantageous state or the second advantageous state is controlled when determining that the specific display result is obtained (when the game control microcomputer 560 is in the start prize) Determination of jackpot type (part for executing S229 in FIG. 15)
It is determined that the pre-start determination means controls the first advantageous state (a big hit of 5R or less when the second advantageous state is a 15R big hit, or a normal big hit when the second advantageous state is a positive big hit). If it is determined that the control is to be controlled to the second advantageous state at a higher rate before the variable display of the identification information corresponding to the hold information subject to the determination is started, Ending the continuous production (the part where the production control microcomputer 100 executes S1028 or S1031 (FIG. 22))
Is a gaming machine (pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the first embodiment).
According to this, since the player expects the continuous production to continue, the interest can be further improved.

The invention according to means 8
Any one of the gaming machines selected from means 1-7,
Wherein Advantageously state, first advantageous state and a second advantageous conditions favorable for the player than the first preferred state (the first preferred state following 5R jackpot, combining it with the second beneficial state and 15R jackpot ( The combination in which the player's advantage is different in the period controlled to the big hit gaming state), or the combination in which the first advantageous state is a normal big hit and the second advantageous state is a probable big hit (the player's advantage after the big hit gaming state is finished) A combination of different degrees),
The display mode control means is subject to the determination at a higher rate when it is determined that the specific display result is not obtained when the pre-start determination means determines that the specific display result is obtained. The display mode of the hold specific information corresponding to the hold information is set as a special mode (the effect control microcomputer 100 uses the winning determination table in FIG. 42 in the winning determination process S1005 or the holding change effect determining process S1007 in FIG. 42). The part which decides the execution of the hold change effect using the 26 hold change effect determination table),
The start time determining means further determines whether to control the first advantageous state or the second advantageous state when determining that the display result is the specific display result (the game control microcomputer 560 includes: If it is determined to be a big hit when starting the variation display of the special symbol, the big hit type determination based on the random number for determining the big hit type)
When the start time determining means determines to control to the first advantageous state, the continuous effect is terminated at a higher rate than when it is determined to control to the second advantageous state (5R or less). In the case of a big hit, the background change effect in the first special mode (clear sky mode) is ended (S2052, S2053, S2054, S2055 in FIG. 47), and in the case of a normal big hit, the background change effect of the second special mode (lightning strike mode) is completed. Ending the background change effect (S2060, S2061, S2054, S2055 in FIG. 47))
This is a gaming machine (a pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the second embodiment).
According to this, since the player pays attention to the display mode of the hold specific information and expects the continuous production to continue, the interest can be further improved.

Furthermore, the invention according to means 9
Any one of the gaming machines selected from means 1 to 8,
When the variable display of the identification information is started, variable display correspondence information display means for displaying the hold specific information corresponding to the variable display as variable display correspondence information in a predetermined area (the production control microcomputer 100 performs S2016 (FIG. 29). 43) and a part for shifting the object in the hold display area 181A to the fluctuation corresponding display area 180) in FIG.
When the hold specific information displayed in the special mode is displayed as variable display support information on the variable display support information display means, the variable display support information is also displayed in the special mode (hold display in the hold display area 181A). Is displayed in the variation corresponding display area 180 after the shift is also displayed in a special manner),
When the display mode of the variable display correspondence information is the special mode, the continuous production execution means executes the continuous production at a higher rate than when the display mode of the variable display correspondence information is not the special mode. (Even when the hold change effect flag corresponding to the change correspondence display is set, S1050 (FIG. 27) of the background change effect determination process with reference to the background change effect determination table of FIG. 28, the second change of FIG. A gaming machine (a pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the first embodiment and the second embodiment), which is characterized by referring to the starting time determination table and performing the process of S2024 (FIG. 44) of the variation starting time determination process) It is.
According to this, when the display mode of the variable display correspondence information is a special mode, the continuous effect is executed at a higher rate than when the display mode of the variable display correspondence information is not a special mode. It is possible to suitably increase the player's expectation by both the continuous effect and the display mode of the variable display correspondence information.

It is the front view which looked at the pachinko game machine from the front. It is a block diagram which shows the circuit structural example of a game control board (main board). It is a block diagram showing an example of circuit configuration of an effect control board, a lamp driver board and an audio output board. It is explanatory drawing which shows the variation pattern of the production | presentation symbol prepared beforehand. It is explanatory drawing which shows each random number. It is explanatory drawing which shows the big hit determination table and the big hit classification determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the variation pattern classification determination table for deviation. It is explanatory drawing which shows the variation pattern classification determination table for big hits. It is explanatory drawing which shows a loss variation pattern determination table and a big hit variation pattern determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of an effect control command. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of the symbol designation | designated command. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of a fluctuation category command. It is a flowchart which shows a starting port switch passage process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a pending | holding buffer. It is a flowchart which shows the effect process at the time of winning. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the command storage area at the time of a start winning prize. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the fluctuation corresponding | compatible display area | region in a display image, and a pending | holding display area. It is a flowchart which shows the presentation control main process which CPU for presentation control performs. It is a flowchart which shows production control process processing. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the special aspect display of a holding | maintenance change effect, and the special aspect display of a background change effect. It is a flowchart which shows prefetch effect determination processing. It is a flowchart which shows a winning time determination process. It is a figure which shows the specific example of a determination table at the time of winning. It is a figure which shows the specific example of an effect flag table. It is a flowchart which shows a pending | holding change effect determination process. It is a figure which shows the specific example of a pending | holding change effect determination table. It is a flowchart which shows a background change effect determination process. It is a figure which shows the specific example of a background change effect determination table. It is a flowchart which shows an effect design fluctuation start process. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the stop symbol of an effect symbol. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of process data. It is a flowchart which shows a process table selection process. It is a flowchart which shows the process during effect design change. It is a flowchart which shows an effect design fluctuation stop process. It is a flowchart which shows a mode extension determination process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of a pending | holding change effect and a background change effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of a pending | holding change effect and a background change effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of a pending | holding change effect and a background change effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of a pending | holding change effect and a background change effect. It is a flowchart which shows the prefetch effect determination process in 2nd Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the winning time determination process in 2nd Embodiment. It is a figure which shows the winning time determination table in 2nd Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the production | presentation symbol fluctuation start process in 2nd Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the change start time determination process in 2nd Embodiment. It is a figure which shows the 1st fluctuation | variation start time determination table in 2nd Embodiment. It is a figure which shows the 2nd variation start time determination table in 2nd Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the process table selection process in 2nd Embodiment.

  Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. Embodiments of the present invention include gaming machines according to first and second embodiments described below. Hereinafter, the gaming machine according to the first embodiment will be described first, and then the points different from the first embodiment will be described regarding the gaming machine according to the second embodiment.

[1. First Embodiment]
First, the overall configuration of a pachinko gaming machine 1 that is an example of a gaming machine will be described. FIG. 1 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine 1 as seen from the front.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  In this embodiment, a case is shown in which the effect symbols are displayed in a variable manner as a liquid crystal display effect in the effect display device 9. For example, as an effect performed by the effect display device 9, a battle effect in which a teammate character and an enemy character battle is executed, as will be described later. The battle effect is an effect that suggests whether or not the fluctuation display result in the reach state is a jackpot symbol, and when the jackpot determination is made, the teammate character performs an effect that wins and is determined to be out of play. Occasionally, an effect that the ally character loses is executed. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, it may be suggested whether or not a big hit will be made by winning or losing a professional wrestling or soccer game. Also, for example, instead of displaying the result of winning or losing or the like, an effect having a predetermined story characteristic such as a story is executed, and the result of the story varies depending on whether the jackpot determination is made or not. You may make it perform the production which makes it appear.

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

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

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

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

  When the big hit symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a, the display color reminiscent of the big hit in the fourth symbol display area 9c for the first special symbol (a display color different from the loss. Sometimes it is displayed in blue, but when it is a big hit, it is displayed in red.

  Further, when the big hit symbol is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display 8b, the display color reminiscent of the big hit in the fourth symbol display area 9d for the second special symbol (display color different from the loss. Sometimes it is displayed in blue, but when it is a big hit, it is displayed in red.

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

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

  The small display is formed in a square shape, for example. In this embodiment, the type of the first special symbol and the type of the second special symbol are the same (for example, both 0 to 9), but the types may be different. Moreover, the 1st special symbol display device 8a and the 2nd special symbol display device 8b may each be comprised so that the numerical value (or 2-digit symbol) of 00-99 may be variably displayed, for example.

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

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

  The variation display of the first special symbol is that the first start condition that is the execution condition of the variation display is satisfied (for example, the game ball is in the first start winning opening in a state where the first reserved memory number has not reached the upper limit (4)). 13 (including winning), the first start condition of the variable display (for example, the first area of the reserved specific area shown in FIG. 14A described later (area corresponding to the total reserved memory number counter = 1)) The data indicating “first” is set in the state, the state where neither the first special symbol nor the second special symbol is displayed, and the state is not the big hit gaming state) The display result (stop symbol) is derived and displayed when the fluctuation time elapses. In this embodiment, the execution of the variable display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol is performed according to the winning order to the first start winning port 13 and the second starting winning port 14.

  The variation display of the second special symbol is that the second start condition that is the execution condition of the variation display is satisfied (for example, the game ball is in the second start prize opening in a state where the second reserved memory number has not reached the upper limit (4)). 14 after passing (including winning)), the second start condition of the variable display (for example, the first area of the reserved specific area shown in FIG. 14A described later (area corresponding to the total reserved memory number counter = 1)) The data indicating “second” is set in the state, the first special symbol and the second special symbol are not being displayed, and the state is not the big hit gaming state) The display result (stop symbol) is derived and displayed when the fluctuation time elapses.

  Note that the passing of a game ball means that the game ball has passed through a predetermined area such as a prize opening or a gate, and that includes a game ball entering (winning) a prize opening. It is. Deriving and displaying the display result is to finally stop and display a symbol (an example of identification information).

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

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

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

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

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

  Above the second special symbol display 8b, there is a second special symbol hold memory display 18b comprising four displays for displaying the number of effective winning balls that have entered the second start winning opening 14, that is, the second reserved memory number. Is provided. The second special symbol storage memory display 18b increases the number of indicators to be lit by 1 every time there is an effective start winning. And whenever the fluctuation | variation display by the 2nd special symbol display 8b is started, the number of the indicators to light is reduced by one. The effective start winning for the second start winning opening 14 is winning for the second starting winning opening 14 in a state where the second reserved memory number does not reach the upper limit (4).

  Further, above the second special symbol hold memory display 18b, the number of effective winning balls that have entered the first start winning opening 13, that is, the first hold memory number (the hold memory is also referred to as start memory or start prize memory). ) Is displayed, a first special symbol reservation storage display 18a is provided. The first special symbol storage memory indicator 18a increases the number of indicators to be lit by 1 each time there is an effective start winning. Then, each time the variable display on the first special symbol display 8a is started, the number of indicators to be turned on is reduced by one. The effective start winning to the first start winning opening 13 is winning to the first starting winning opening 13 in a state where the first reserved memory number has not reached the upper limit (4).

  Further, a lower display area 18 c is provided at the lower part of the display screen of the effect display device 9. The lower display area 18c includes a fluctuation corresponding display area 180 provided at the left end of the screen and a hold display area 181 located on the right side of the fluctuation corresponding display area 180 when viewed from the player side.

  The hold display area 181 is a first display based on the numerical data extracted from the numerical data (such as a big hit determination random number) extracted when the game ball is effectively started at the first start winning opening 13 or the second starting winning opening 14. The number of items in which the variable display of one special symbol or the second special symbol is not executed is displayed. That is, after the first start condition, which is the execution condition for the variable display of the first special symbol, is satisfied, the number of the first start condition, which is the start condition for the variable display of the first special symbol, is not satisfied (the first reserved memory). When the second start condition, which is the execution condition for the variable display of the second special symbol, is satisfied, and the second start condition, which is the start condition for the variable display of the second special symbol, is satisfied (referred to as “number”). The total number of reserved memories, which is the total number of the second reserved memory number). In the hold display area 181, the number of hold displays corresponding to the total number of hold storages is displayed in a predetermined display mode (for example, a normal mode where characters and effects are not applied, or a specific display mode where characters and effects are applied). Is done. Each hold display displayed in the hold display area 181 corresponds to each numerical data (such as a big hit determination random number stored in the first hold storage buffer or the second hold storage buffer) as the hold storage.

  In the fluctuation corresponding display area 180, when the first start condition or the second start condition is satisfied and the fluctuation display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol is started, the fluctuation corresponding display area 180 corresponds to the fluctuation display to be executed. The fluctuation correspondence display is displayed in a predetermined display mode (for example, a normal mode in which no characters or effects are applied, or a specific display mode in which characters or effects are applied). In other words, the variation correspondence display suggests that the variation display is being executed.

  In this embodiment, since the hold display area 181 for displaying the combined hold storage number is provided as described above, it is easy to grasp the total number of execution conditions that have not met the variable display start condition. be able to. Further, in this embodiment, every time an effective start winning to the first starting winning opening 13 and an effective starting winning to the second starting winning opening 14 are generated in order from the left as viewed from the player of the effect display device 9. The hold display corresponding to the new hold storage is displayed. For example, when the first to fifth hold displays in the hold display area 181 are displayed, the effect control CPU 101 controls to display the sixth hold display. In addition, you may make it provide the 1st reservation memory display part which displays the 1st reservation memory number, and the 2nd reservation memory display part which displays the 2nd reservation memory number.

  The effect display device 9 is used as a decoration (effect) symbol during the change of the first special symbol by the first special symbol display 8a and during the change of the second special symbol by the second special symbol display 8b. Perform variation display of production symbols. The change display of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display 8a and the change display of the effect symbol on the effect display device 9 are synchronized. Further, the variation display of the second special symbol on the second special symbol display 8b and the variation display of the effect symbol on the effect display device 9 are synchronized. Further, when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a and when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display 8b, the effect display device 9 reminds the jackpot The combination of is stopped and displayed.

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

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

  Based on the fact that the game ball passes through the gate 32 and is detected by the gate switch 32a, the display variation of the normal symbol display 10 is started. Specifically, the normal symbol variation display is performed when the normal start condition which is the execution condition of the normal symbol variation display is satisfied (for example, the game ball is not displayed in the state where the normal symbol reserved storage number has reached the upper limit (4)). After the effective start winning that passes through the gate 32 occurs), the normal symbol variation display start condition (for example, the normal symbol hold storage number is not 0, and the normal symbol variation display is not executed), and The state where the opening control of the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is not executed) is established, and when the variation time elapses, the display result (stop symbol) is derived and displayed. When the normal symbol change display on the normal symbol display 10 is completed, a winning symbol (for example, symbol “7”) or an off symbol (for example, symbol “−”) is derived and displayed as a stop symbol. When the stop symbol on the normal symbol display 10 is a winning symbol (for example, symbol “7”), the variable winning ball device 15 is opened for a predetermined number of times. In other words, the state of the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is a state that is advantageous from a disadvantageous state for the player when the normal symbol is a stop symbol (a state in which a game ball can be awarded at the second start winning port 14). To change.

  In the vicinity of the normal symbol display 10, a normal symbol holding storage display 41 having a display unit with four LEDs for displaying the number of winning balls that have passed through the gate 32 is provided. Each time there is a game ball passing through the gate 32, that is, every time a game ball is detected by the gate switch 32a, the normal symbol storage memory display 41 increases the number of LEDs to be turned on by one. Then, each time the variable display of the normal symbol display 10 is started, the number of LEDs to be lit is reduced by one. Here, the normal symbol reserved memory display 41 displays the number of normal symbol reserved memories. Each time the effective start winning that the game ball passes through the gate 32 occurs while the normal symbol reserved memory number has not reached the upper limit (4 in this example), the normal symbol reserved memory number is incremented by one (to this) Accordingly, the normal symbol hold memory display unit 41 increases the number of LEDs to be turned on by 1), and each time the normal symbol fluctuation display is started, the normal symbol hold memory number is subtracted by 1 (according to this, the normal symbol hold memory display unit) 41 decreases the number of LEDs to be lighted by 1).

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

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

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

  In this embodiment, the low base state is a game state in which the game ball is not controlled so as to facilitate the effective start winning at the second start winning opening 14, and the high base state is more than the low base state. The gaming state is controlled such that the game ball is likely to make an effective start winning at the second start winning opening 14 (the execution condition of the variable display in the second special symbol display 8b is easily established).

  In this embodiment, the low probability state is a determination value in the low probability state (a value in a range narrower than the determination value in the high probability state) as a big hit determination value in the big hit determination processing at the start of special symbol variation. This is a state in which the probability of a big hit is not increased. The high probability state is a state in which the judgment value at the time of the high probability state (a value in a wider range than the low probability state) is used as the jackpot judgment value in the jackpot judgment processing at the time of starting the special symbol variation. The state that is raised.

  When the game control microcomputer 560 starts the variable symbol display, the game control microcomputer 560 performs a jackpot determination process for determining whether or not the display result is a jackpot symbol. Further, when it is determined that the display result is the big hit symbol in the big hit determination process, it is further determined whether the display result is the probability variation big hit symbol, the sudden probability variation big hit symbol, or the normal big hit symbol. That is, it is determined whether the big hit type is a probable big hit, a sudden probable big hit, or a normal big hit.

  For example, when the special symbol variation display is started, if it is determined in the jackpot determination process that the display result is not to be a jackpot symbol (set as a loss symbol), “-” is determined as the special symbol stop symbol. In addition, when the special symbol variation display is started, if it is determined that the display result is a big hit symbol in the big hit determination process, “7” in the case of a probable big hit according to the determined big hit type, In the case of a normal big hit, “3” is determined as a special symbol stop symbol, and in the case of a sudden probability variation big hit, “1” is determined.

  If the special symbol variation display result is a probability variation jackpot symbol or a sudden probability variation jackpot symbol (that is, if the production symbol variation display result is a probability variation jackpot symbol or a sudden probability variation jackpot symbol), the gaming state at the end of the jackpot gaming state Is shifted to the high probability / high base state, and the high probability / high base state is continued until the next jackpot gaming state is started. In addition, when the special symbol variation display result is a normal jackpot symbol (that is, when the production symbol variation display result is a normal jackpot symbol), the gaming state is set to a low probability / high base state at the end of the jackpot gaming state. The low probability / high base state is continued until the special symbol variation display is executed 100 times or the next jackpot gaming state is started. If the gaming state is shifted to the low probability / high base state at the end of the big hit gaming state, and then the special symbol variation display is executed 100 times without starting the big hit gaming state, the subsequent gaming state is low. Probability / low base state.

  In this embodiment, there are a low probability / low base state, a high probability / high base state, and a low probability / high base state as gaming states. In the following description, the low probability / low base state may be referred to as a normal state.

  The game control microcomputer 560 executes a hit determination using a hit determination random number extracted when the game ball passes through the gate 32 when the normal symbol variation display is started. When it is determined that it is a win in the hit determination, the win symbol is derived and displayed as a variation display result on the normal symbol display 10, and when it is determined that the hit is not determined (deviated) in the hit determination, the normal symbol is displayed. The symbol 10 is derived and displayed as a variation display result on the device 10.

  Here, in the low base state (normal state), when the hit determination is executed, the hit is determined at a predetermined rate (for example, 2/13). Further, the variation time of the normal symbol is a predetermined time (for example, 10 seconds). Further, when the symbol is derived and displayed on the normal symbol display 10, release control for a predetermined period (for example, release control for 0.5 seconds × one time for a total of 0.5 seconds) is executed.

  On the other hand, in the high base state (low probability / high base state, high probability / high base state), when the hit determination is executed, the hit is determined at a rate higher than the predetermined rate (for example, 11/13). Further, the normal symbol variation time is shorter than the predetermined time (for example, 1 second). When the symbol is derived and displayed on the normal symbol display 10, release control longer than the predetermined period (for example, release control of 2.5 seconds × 2 times for a total of 5 seconds) is executed.

  Thus, in the high base state, the normal symbol shortening variation control in which the variation time of the normal symbol is shortened, the normal symbol probability variation control in which the probability that the variation display result of the normal symbol becomes a winning symbol is increased, and the variation in the ordinary symbol Based on the fact that the display result is a winning symbol, open extension control is performed in which the time during which the variable winning ball device 15 is in the open state is extended. Further, special symbol shortening variation control is performed in which the variation time of the special symbol is shortened. By executing these four controls in the high base state, it becomes easy to make an effective start winning at the second start winning opening 14.

  In other words, the normal symbol shortening variation control reduces the variation time of the normal symbol (for example, the variation time is 10 seconds when the normal symbol shortening variation control is not performed, whereas the normal symbol shortening variation control is performed. The rate at which the change of the normal symbol is increased, and as a result, the frequency at which the normal symbol is hit is increased, and the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is in the open state. As a result, it becomes easier to make an effective start winning in the second starting winning opening 14. Further, the normal symbol probability change control increases the probability that the stop symbol in the normal symbol display unit 10 becomes a winning symbol (for example, the probability when the normal symbol probability change control is not executed is 2/13, whereas the normal symbol probability change control). The probability that the control is executed becomes 11/13), the frequency at which the variable winning ball device 15 is opened is increased, and it is easy to make an effective start winning at the second start winning opening 14. In addition, the time during which the variable winning ball device 15 is in the open state when the stop symbol in the normal symbol display 10 becomes a winning symbol is extended by the opening extension control (for example, the opening time when the opening extension control is not executed). Is 0.5 seconds x 1 time (0.5 seconds in total), but when the opening extension control is executed, the opening time is 2.5 seconds x 2 times (total 5 seconds)) It becomes easy to make an effective start winning in the second start winning opening 14. Furthermore, since the special symbol variation time is reduced by the special symbol shortening variation control in which the special symbol variation time is shortened, the frequency of the special symbol variation is increased (in other words, the second reserved memory). This makes it possible to reduce the number of situations where an invalid start prize is generated and facilitate an effective start prize.

  Thus, in this embodiment, an example is shown in which normal symbol shortening variation control, ordinary symbol probability variation control, open extension control, and special symbol shortening variation control are executed to a high base state. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the high base state may be controlled by executing any one of these controls.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  Further, an input driver circuit 58 that provides detection signals from the gate switch 32a, the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a, and the count switch 23 to the game control microcomputer 560 is also mounted on the main board 31. The main board also includes an output circuit 59 for driving the solenoid 16 for opening and closing the variable winning ball device 15 and the solenoid 21 for opening and closing the special variable winning ball device 20 that forms a big winning opening in accordance with a command from the game control microcomputer 560. 31.

  Further, the game control microcomputer 560 includes a first special symbol display 8a, a second special symbol display 8b, which variably displays special symbols, a normal symbol display 10, which variably displays normal symbols, and a first special symbol hold memory. Display control of the display 18a, the second special symbol storage memory display 18b, and the normal symbol storage memory display 41 is performed.

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

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

  Further, the effect control means mounted on the effect control board 80 controls the display of the frame LED 28 provided on the frame side and the big prize opening LED 20A provided at the big prize opening via the lamp driver board 35. And the sound output from the speaker 27 is controlled via the sound output board 70.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  In addition, the effect control CPU 101 inputs an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that the player's operation action on the trigger button 121 of the stick controller 122 has been detected from the trigger sensor 125 via the input port 106. Further, the effect control CPU 101 inputs an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that a player's operation action on the push button 120 has been detected from the push sensor 124 via the input port 106. Further, the effect control CPU 101 inputs an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that the player's operation action with respect to the operation stick of the stick controller 122 has been detected from the tilt direction sensor unit 123 via the input port 107. . Further, the effect control CPU 101 outputs a drive signal to the vibrator motor 126 via the output port 105 to cause the stick controller 122 to vibrate.

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

  In the lamp driver board 35, a signal for driving the LED is input to the LED driver 352 via the input driver 351. The LED driver 352 supplies current to light emitters such as the frame LED 28 and the special prize opening LED 20A based on a signal for driving the LED.

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

  In this embodiment, the reach effect is executed using effect symbols that are variably displayed on the effect display device 9. In addition, when the display result of the special symbol is a jackpot symbol, the reach effect is always executed. Will suddenly change and suddenly a probable big hit symbol (for example, “135”) is displayed as a final stop). When the display result of the special symbol is not a jackpot symbol, the game control microcomputer 560 determines whether to execute the reach effect by performing a lottery to determine the variation pattern type and variation pattern using random numbers. To do. However, it is the production control microcomputer 100 that actually executes the reach production control.

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

  When the first special symbol display unit 8a or the second special symbol display unit 8b and the effect display device 9 are shifted and stopped, the effect symbol change display state is displayed after the effect symbol change display is started. After reaching the reach state, a reach effect is executed, and a combination of predetermined effect symbols that do not eventually become a jackpot symbol may be stopped and displayed. Such a variation display result of the effect symbol is referred to as a “reach loss” variation display mode in a case where the variation display result is a loss symbol.

  In this embodiment, when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b, the reach effect is executed after the variation display state of the effect symbol becomes the reach state. Eventually, the effect symbols are all stopped and displayed in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” symbol display areas 9L, 9C, and 9R in the effect display device 9 (even in the case of a sudden probability change big hit). Then, after reaching the reach state, it is changed again and suddenly probable big hit symbol (for example, “135”) is stopped and displayed).

  Here, sudden probability change big hit is allowed up to a small number of times of opening of the big winning opening in the big hit gaming state (in this embodiment, opening for 0.1 second is twice), but the opening time of the big winning opening is allowed. The jackpot is a very short jackpot and a jackpot that shifts the gaming state after the jackpot game to a high probability / high base state. That is, by doing so, it appears to the player as if it suddenly became a high probability / high base state without going through the big hit gaming state. By providing such a jackpot type, the interest of the game can be improved.

  FIG. 4 is an explanatory diagram showing a variation pattern of the effect symbols prepared in advance. In this embodiment, a game effect according to the variation pattern of the effect symbol is executed.

  In this embodiment, the variation pattern of non-reach PA1-1 to non-reach PA1-3 is used as the variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variation display result is “out of” and the variation display mode of the effect symbol is “non-reach out”. A pattern is available. The variation time of non-reach PA1-1 is 15 seconds, and the variation time of non-reach PA1-2 is 8 seconds. On the other hand, since the fluctuation time of the non-reach PA1-3 is as short as 2 seconds, it may be referred to as a fluctuation display mode of “shortening fluctuation”.

  Further, as a variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variation display result is “out of” and the variation display mode of the effect symbol is “reach out”, the variation patterns of normal PA2-1, super PA3-1 and super PA3-2 are as follows. It is prepared. These are variation patterns related to reach variation display accompanied by reach production.

  Normal PA2-1 with a “normal reach” reach production has a special symbol (production design) variation time of 20 seconds, and the word “reach!” Is displayed as the reach production. Without being developed in any way, a symbol that is not a final stop symbol is derived and displayed.

  Super PA3-1 with “Super Reach” reach production has a special symbol (production design) variation time of 40 seconds, and “Reach!” Is displayed as the reach production, and it has a story in the reach state. Story production is performed (development to Super Reach A). Then, as the story effect ends without a specific ending, a symbol that is not the final stop symbol is derived and displayed.

  Super PA3-2 with “Super Reach” reach production has a special symbol (direction design) variation time of 60 seconds, and “Leach!” Is displayed as the reach production. A battle effect in which a character battles is performed (development to Super Reach B). Then, as the ally character loses to the enemy character and the battle is ended, a symbol that is not the final stop symbol is derived and displayed.

  In addition, as variation patterns corresponding to the case where the variation display result is “big hit”, variation patterns of normal PB2-1, super PB3-1, and super PB3-2 are prepared. These are variation patterns related to reach variation display accompanied by reach production.

  Normal PB2-1 with a “normal reach” reach production has a special design (production design) variation time of 28 seconds, and the character “reach!” Is displayed as the reach production. However, with the execution of the jackpot effect in which the characters “Big jackpot!” Are displayed, the jackpot symbol (normal jackpot symbol or probability variation jackpot symbol) is derived and displayed as the final stop symbol.

  Super PB3-1 with “Super Reach” reach production has a special symbol (production design) variation time of 48 seconds, and “Reach!” Is displayed as the reach production, and it has a story in the reach state. Story production is performed (development to Super Reach A). Then, as the story effect ends with a specific ending, a big hit symbol (usually big hit symbol or probability variable big hit symbol) is derived and displayed as the final stop symbol.

  Super PB3-2 with “Super Reach” reach production has a special symbol (production design) variation time of 68 seconds, and “Reach!” Is displayed as the reach production. A battle effect in which a character battles is performed (development to Super Reach B). Then, as the ally character wins the enemy character and the battle is ended, a big hit symbol (normal big hit symbol or probability variation big hit symbol) is derived and displayed as the final stop symbol.

  In addition, as a variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variation display result is “suddenly probable big hit”, variation patterns of normal PC 2-1, super PC 3-1 and super PC 3-2 are prepared. These are variation patterns related to reach variation display accompanied by reach production. In the following explanation, re-variation means that the effect symbol variation display is executed again after temporarily halting the effect symbol that is once deviated from the start of the effect symbol variation display until the display result is derived and displayed. That is.

  Normal PC2-1 with a “normal reach” reach production has a special symbol (production design) variation time of 35 seconds, and the character “reach!” Is displayed as the reach production. Is displayed. Subsequently, the sudden change in probability big hit effect in which the effect symbol is re-variable and the characters “surprise!” Is displayed is executed, and the sudden probability change big hit symbol is derived and displayed as the final stop symbol.

  The super PC 3-1 with the “super reach” reach production has a special design (production design) variation time of 55 seconds, and “reach!” Is displayed as the reach production and has a story in the reach state. Story production is performed (development to Super Reach A). Then, once the story effect ends without a specific ending, the off symbol is temporarily displayed. After that, the production symbol is re-variable and the story production ends with a specific ending. As a result, the probability variation big hit symbol is suddenly derived and displayed as the final stop symbol.

  Super PC3-2 with “Super Reach” reach production has a special design (production design) variation time of 75 seconds, and “Reach!” Is displayed as the reach production. A battle effect in which a character battles is performed (development to Super Reach B). Then, once the ally character is defeated by the enemy character and the battle is ended, the off symbol is temporarily stopped and displayed. Then, as the design symbol re-varies and the teammate character reversely wins against the enemy character and the battle ends, a suddenly probable big hit symbol is derived and displayed as the final stop symbol.

  Thus, in this embodiment, the effect data (process table) corresponding to the variation time is provided for each variation pattern of the effect symbol. The production control microcomputer 100 stores production data corresponding to each variation pattern command, and based on the variation pattern command transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560 when the variation display of the special symbol is started. An effect corresponding to the variation pattern command is executed by the effect display device 9 or the like.

  In this embodiment, every time a game ball effectively wins a prize at the first start winning opening 13, a big hit determination random number (random R), which is a hardware random number, is extracted, and each software random number shown in FIG. 5 is extracted. Sequentially stored in the first reserved storage buffer. Further, every time the game ball effectively wins the second start winning opening 14, a big hit determination random number (random R) which is a hardware random number is extracted, and each software random number shown in FIG. Store sequentially in the pending storage buffer. The hardware random number and the software random number are updated at a predetermined timing (for example, every 4 ms and every predetermined interrupt process).

FIG. 5 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of each random number. Each random number is used as follows.
(1) Random 1 (MR1): Determines the type of jackpot (normal jackpot, probability variation jackpot, sudden probability variation jackpot described later) (for jackpot type determination)
(2) Random 2 (MR2): The type (type) of the variation pattern is determined (for variation pattern type determination)
(3) Random 3 (MR3): A variation pattern (variation time) is determined (for variation pattern determination)

  In this embodiment, the variation pattern is first determined using the variation pattern type determination random number (random 2), and then the variation pattern determined using the variation pattern determination random number (random 3). One of the variation patterns included in the pattern type is determined. Thus, in this embodiment, the variation pattern is determined by a two-stage lottery process. Note that the present invention is not limited to such a form, and the variation pattern may be determined by one-stage lottery processing without providing a step for determining the variation pattern type.

  The variation pattern type is a group of a plurality of variation patterns according to the characteristics of the variation mode. In this example, a plurality of variation patterns are grouped by reach type, and are divided into a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with normal reach and a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with super reach.

  In this embodiment, in the case of deviation, non-reach X1 which is a variation pattern type including a variation pattern that does not involve reach or re-variation and does not involve shortening variation, and is accompanied by a shortening variation without reach or re-variation. Non-reach X2 which is a variation pattern type including a variation pattern, Normal X1 which is a variation pattern type including a variation pattern which does not involve re-variation with normal reach, and a variation pattern which includes a variation pattern which does not involve re-variation with super reach It is classified into the super X1, which is the type.

  In this embodiment, in the case of a normal big hit or a probable big hit, a normal Y1 which is a fluctuation pattern type including a fluctuation pattern with normal reach and without re-variation, and a fluctuation pattern with super-reach and without re-change are shown. It is classified into a super pattern Y1 which is a variation pattern type to be included. Further, in the case of sudden probability change big hit, normal Y2 which is a fluctuation pattern type including a fluctuation pattern with normal reach and re-variation, and super Y2 which is a fluctuation pattern type including a fluctuation pattern with super-reach and re-variation It is classified.

  FIG. 6A is an explanatory diagram showing a jackpot determination table. The jackpot determination table is a collection of data stored in the ROM 54 and is a table in which a jackpot determination value to be compared with the random R is set. In this embodiment, a random number generated by hardware incorporated in the game control microcomputer 560 (or hardware external to the game control microcomputer 560) is used as the jackpot determination random number (random R). .

  The jackpot determination table includes a low probability jackpot determination table used in a low probability state (low probability / low base state, low probability / high base state) and a high probability jackpot determination table used in a high probability state. . Each value described in the left column of FIG. 6 (A) is set in the low probability jackpot determination table, and is described in the right column of FIG. 6 (A) in the high probability jackpot determination table. Each numerical value is set. The numerical value described in FIG. 6A is a jackpot determination value.

  The CPU 56 extracts the count value of the random number circuit 503 based on the occurrence of the effective start winning to the first starting winning opening 13 or the second starting winning opening 14, and uses the extracted value as a jackpot determination random number (random R). First, it is determined whether or not the jackpot determination random number value matches any one of the jackpot determination values shown in FIG. A symbol designating command and a variation category command to be described later are transmitted according to the determination result. Even when the variable display based on the effective start winning is started, it is determined whether the read jackpot determination random number value matches one of the jackpot determination values shown in FIG. When the determination random number value matches one of the big hit determination values shown in FIG. 6A, the special symbol is decided to be a big hit (a normal big hit, a probable big hit, and a sudden probable big hit described later). Note that “probability” shown in FIG. 6A indicates the probability (ratio) of a big hit. Further, deciding whether or not to win a jackpot means deciding whether or not to shift to the jackpot gaming state, but the stop symbol in the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b is determined. It also means deciding whether or not to make a jackpot symbol.

  FIGS. 6B and 6C are explanatory diagrams showing a jackpot type determination table stored in the ROM 54. Among these, FIG. 6B determines the jackpot type using the holding memory based on the game ball having won the first start winning opening 13 (that is, when the first special symbol is changed). It is a jackpot type determination table in the case (for the first special symbol). FIG. 6 (C) shows a case where the jackpot type is determined by using the holding memory based on the fact that the game ball has won the second start winning opening 14 (that is, when the variation display of the second special symbol is performed). Is a big hit type determination table (for the second special symbol).

  The jackpot type determination table is “15 round (15R) normal jackpot” based on a random number (random 1) for determining the jackpot type when it is determined that the variable display result is a jackpot symbol. , "5 round (5R) normal jackpot", "15 round (15R) probability variation jackpot", "5 round (5R) probability variation jackpot", and "sudden probability variation jackpot" is referred to to determine It is a table. In the following description, “15R normal big hit” and “5R normal big hit” may be referred to as “normal big hit”, and “15R positive change big hit” and “5R positive change big hit” and “sudden probability change big hit” are “probable big hit”. May be called. In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 6B and 6C, five determination values are assigned to the “sudden probability variation big hit” in the big hit type determination table (for the first special symbol). In the big hit type judgment table (for the second special symbol), one judgment value for “suddenly probable big hit” is determined. Is assigned (determined as a sudden probability variation jackpot at a ratio of 1/40). Therefore, in this embodiment, when the start winning prize is given to the first start winning opening 13 and the first special symbol variation display is executed, the start winning prize is given to the second starting winning prize slot 14 and the second special symbol is displayed. Compared with the case where the variable display is executed, the ratio determined as “suddenly probable big hit” is high. Note that “sudden probability variation big hit” is assigned only to the first special symbol jackpot type determination table, and “sudden probability variation big hit” is not assigned to the second special symbol big hit type determination table (that is, the first special symbol big hit type determination table is assigned). Only when the variation display of one special symbol is performed, it may be determined that “suddenly probable big hit” may occur.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 6B and 6C, the types of jackpots are “15 rounds (15R) normal jackpot”, “5 rounds (5R) normal jackpots”, “15 rounds (15R) There are "probable big hits", "5 round (5R) probable big hits", and "sudden probable big hits". In this embodiment, the number of rounds executed in the jackpot game is three types of 15 rounds, 5 rounds, and 2 rounds. However, the number of rounds executed in the jackpot game is the number of rounds executed in the jackpot game. It is not restricted to what was shown in the form. For example, a 10R probability variable jackpot that is controlled for a 10-round jackpot game or a 7R probability variable jackpot that is controlled for a 7-round jackpot game may be provided. In this embodiment, the big hit types are “15 round (15R) normal big hit”, “5 round (5R) normal big hit”, “15 round (15R) positive chance big hit”, and “5 round (5R) positive big hit”. However, it is not limited to five types, but, for example, six or more types of big hits may be provided. Conversely, the jackpot type may be less than five types, for example, only four types, three types, or two types may be provided as the jackpot type.

  The “15 round (15R) normal jackpot” is a jackpot that is controlled to a 15-round jackpot gaming state and transitions to a low probability / high base state after the jackpot gaming state ends. Then, after the transition to the low probability / high base state, when the special symbol variation display is finished a predetermined number of times (100 times in this embodiment), the low probability / high base state is finished and the low probability / low base state is obtained. . Note that the low probability / high base state is also ended when the next big hit occurs before the variable display is ended a predetermined number of times.

  “5 round (5R) normal big hit” is a normal big hit with a different number of rounds than “15R normal big hit”, and it is controlled to a big round gaming state of 5 rounds, and the low probability / high after the big hit gaming state ends It is a big hit to shift to the base state. Then, after the transition to the low probability / high base state, when the special symbol variation display is finished a predetermined number of times (100 times in this embodiment), the low probability / high base state is finished and the low probability / low base state is obtained. . Note that the low probability / high base state is also ended when the next big hit occurs before the variable display is ended a predetermined number of times.

  The “15 round (15R) probability variable big hit” is a big hit that is controlled to the big hit gaming state of 15 rounds and is shifted to the high probability / high base state after the big hit gaming state is finished. The high probability / high base state continues until the next big hit occurs.

  “5 rounds (5R) probable big hit” is a probable big hit with a different number of rounds than “15R probable big hit”, and is controlled to a five-round big hit gaming state, with high probability / high after the big hit gaming state ends It is a big hit to shift to the base state. The high probability / high base state continues until the next big hit occurs.

  In addition, “sudden probability change big hit” means that the number of times the winning a prize opening is open compared to other big hits (“15R normal big hit”, “5R normal big hit”, “15R positive big hit”, and “5R positive big hit”). This is a jackpot that is allowed up to a small number of times (in this embodiment, two 0.1 second releases). In other words, when “suddenly promising big hit”, the game is controlled to a two round big hit gaming state. In addition, “15R normal big hit”, “5R normal big hit”, “15R probability big hit” and “5R probability big hit” have a long opening time of 29 seconds per round, In the “probable big hit”, the opening time of the big winning opening per round is as short as 0.1 seconds, and it is almost impossible to expect a game ball to win the big winning opening during the big hit game. In this embodiment, the high probability / high base state is entered after the sudden probability variation big hit gaming state. The high probability / high base state continues until the next big hit occurs.

  As described above, in this embodiment, there are a plurality of jackpot types having different advantages for the player during the period in which the jackpot gaming state is controlled. Specifically, the number of game media that can be acquired by the player is larger in the case of 15R normal big hit and 15R probability big hit than in the case of 5R normal big hit, 5R probability big hit and sudden probability big hit. That is, it can be said that the 15R big hit (15R probability variable big hit and 15R normal big hit) is a big hit that is more advantageous to the player than the big hit of 5R or less (5R normal big hit, 5R positive variable big hit, and sudden probability variable big hit) in the big hit gaming state. Further, in this embodiment, there are a plurality of jackpot types having different advantages for the player after the jackpot gaming state ends. Specifically, 15R probability change big hit and 5R probability change big hit and sudden probability change big hit are compared to 15R normal big hit and 5R normal big hit, and are controlled to a high probability state after the big hit gaming state, thereby generating the next big hit. It's easy to do. That is, it can be said that the probability change big hit (15R probability change big hit, 5R probability change big hit and sudden probability change big hit) is a big hit that is more advantageous to the player than the normal big hit (15R normal big hit and 5R normal big hit) after the big hit gaming state.

  In this embodiment, the 5R big hit (5R positive variation big hit and 5R normal big hit) and the 15R big hit (15R positive variation big hit and 15R normal big hit) have the same opening time of the big winning opening per round. An example is shown in which the number of times the winning opening is opened is not limited to this type, but there are a plurality of jackpot types that share the same number of times the opening of the big winning opening but have different opening times of the big winning opening. May be. For example, the number of times of opening the grand prize opening is 15 times, of which 5 times are the maximum opening time of the grand prize opening is 29 seconds and the remaining 10 times are the maximum opening time of the grand prize opening is 0.1 seconds. There may be a jackpot type (so-called real five-round jackpot) and a jackpot type (so-called real 15-round jackpot) having a maximum winning opening of 29 seconds for all 15 times. In such a case, it can be said that the latter (substantial 15 rounds jackpot) is a more advantageous jackpot for the player than the former (substantial 5 rounds jackpot) in the period controlled to the jackpot gaming state. Thus, the advantage in the period controlled to the big hit gaming state is not determined only by the number of times of opening the big winning opening, but based on the period during which the game ball can win the big winning opening.

  The big hit type determination table in FIG. 6B used when the first special symbol is displayed is a numerical value to be compared with a random 1 value, which is “15R normal big hit”, “15R probability variable big hit. ”,“ 5R probability variation big hit ”, and“ sudden probability variation big hit ”are determined. When the value of random 1 matches any of the jackpot type determination values, the CPU 56 determines the jackpot type as a type corresponding to the matched jackpot type determination value.

  The jackpot type determination table in FIG. 6C used when the second special symbol is displayed is a numerical value to be compared with a random 1 value, which is “5R normal jackpot”, “15R probability variation jackpot”. ”,“ 5R probability variation big hit ”, and“ sudden probability variation big hit ”are determined. When the value of random 1 matches any of the jackpot type determination values, the CPU 56 determines the jackpot type as a type corresponding to the matched jackpot type determination value.

  In this embodiment, when the variation display of the first special symbol is performed, the determination value is set so that the big hit type is not determined to be the 5R normal big hit, but it is not limited to such a form. The determination value may be set so that the big hit type may be determined as a 5R normal big hit when the first special symbol is displayed in a variable manner. Further, in this embodiment, when the variation display of the second special symbol is performed, the determination value is set so that the big hit type is not determined to be the 15R normal big hit. Instead, the determination value may be set so that the big hit type may be determined as 15R normal big hit when the second special symbol is displayed in a variable manner.

  FIGS. 7A and 7B are explanatory diagrams showing a variation pattern type determination table for deviation. The variation pattern type determination table for detachment indicates that the variation pattern type is selected from a plurality of types based on a random number (random 2) for deciding the variation pattern type when it is determined that the variation display result is out of the design. It is a table that is referred to to determine either. Among these, FIG. 7A shows a variation pattern type determination table for loss used when the gaming state is the normal state (low base state) and the total number of pending storages is less than 3. FIG. 7B shows a variation pattern for loss that is used when the gaming state is the normal state (low base state) and the total number of pending storages is 3 or more, and when the gaming state is the high base state. A type determination table is shown.

  7A is a numerical value (determination value) to be compared with the value of the random number (random 2) for determining the variation pattern type, and includes non-reach X1 (1 to 169). A determination value corresponding to one of the variation pattern types of normal X1 (170 to 239) and super X1 (240 to 251) is set. 7B is a numerical value (determination value) to be compared with the value of the random number (random 2) for determining the variation pattern type, and the non-reach X2 (1-219). A determination value corresponding to one of the variation pattern types of normal X1 (220 to 239) and super X1 (240 to 251) is set.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 7A and 7B, in the case of deviation, if the value of the random number (random 2) for determining the variation pattern type is 1 to 169, the summation pending storage It can be seen that, regardless of the number or gaming state, at least a variable display ("non-reach out") without a reach state is executed. If the value of random number (random 2) for determining the variation pattern type is 220 to 239, regardless of the total number of pending storage and the gaming state, at least variation display with “normal reach” (“out of normal reach”) is executed. I understand that. Further, if the random number (random 2) for determining the variation pattern type is 240 to 251, the variation accompanied by at least super reach (super reach A, super reach B) regardless of the total number of pending storage and the gaming state. It can be seen that the display ("superreach off") is executed.

  8A to 8C are explanatory diagrams showing a big hit variation pattern type determination table. The jackpot variation pattern type determination table determines the variation pattern type according to the determination result of the jackpot type when the variation display result is determined to be a jackpot symbol. ) Is a table that is referred to in order to determine one of a plurality of types.

  The big hit variation pattern type determination table in FIG. 8A is a table used when the big hit type is a 15R normal big hit and a 5R normal big hit, and is compared with the value of a random number (random 2) for changing the pattern type. A determination value corresponding to one of the fluctuation pattern types of normal Y1 (1-49) and super Y1 (50-251) is set. The big hit variation pattern type determination table in FIG. 8B is a table used when the big hit type is 15R probability variation big hit and 5R probability variation big hit, and is compared with a random number (random 2) value for variation pattern type determination. A determination value corresponding to one of the fluctuation pattern types of normal Y1 (1-49) and super Y1 (50-251) is set. The big hit variation pattern type determination table in FIG. 8C is a table used when the big hit type suddenly becomes a probable variation big hit, and is a numerical value to be compared with the random number (random 2) for variation pattern type determination ( A determination value corresponding to one of the fluctuation pattern types of normal Y2 (1 to 49) and super Y2 (50 to 251) is set.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 8A, 8B, and 8C, if the random number (random 2) for determining the variation pattern type is 1 to 49, at least regardless of the jackpot type, at least It can be seen that the variable display with normal reach is executed. It can also be seen that if the value of the random number (random 2) for determining the variation pattern type is 50 to 251, the variation display with at least super reach is executed regardless of the jackpot type.

  FIG. 9A is an explanatory diagram showing a deviation variation pattern determination table stored in the ROM 54. The outlier variation pattern determination table changes according to the random number (random 3) for determining the variation pattern according to the determination result of the variation pattern type when it is determined that the variation display result is “out”. It is a table referred to in order to determine a pattern as one of a plurality of types. The outlier variation pattern determination table is selected as a usage table according to the determination result of the variation pattern type.

  When “non-reach X1” is determined as the variation pattern type, non-reach PA1-1 or non-reach PA1-2 is determined as the variation pattern, and when “non-reach X2” is determined as the variation pattern type, the variation pattern When non-reach PA1-3 is determined and “normal X1” is determined as the variation pattern type, normal PA2-1 is determined as the variation pattern, and when “super X1” is determined as the variation pattern type, Super PA3-1 or super PA3-2 is determined as a pattern.

  FIG. 9B is an explanatory diagram showing a big hit variation pattern determination table stored in the ROM 54. The jackpot variation pattern determination table is a random number for random pattern determination (random 3) according to the determination result of the jackpot type or the variation pattern type when it is determined that the variation display result is “big hit”. This is a table that is referred to in order to determine a variation pattern as one of a plurality of types. The big hit variation pattern determination table is selected as a usage table according to the determination result of the variation pattern type.

  When “normal Y1” is determined as the variation pattern type, normal PB2-1 is determined as the variation pattern. When “normal Y2” is determined as the variation pattern type, normal PC2-1 is determined as the variation pattern. When “super Y1” is determined as the variation pattern type, super PB3-1 or super PB3-2 is determined as the variation pattern, and when “super Y2” is determined as the variation pattern type, super PC3- 1 or super PC 3-2 is determined.

  FIG. 10 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the contents of the effect control command transmitted by the game control microcomputer 560. In the example shown in FIG. 10, the command 80XX (H) is an effect control command (variation pattern command) that specifies a variation pattern of the effect symbol that is variably displayed on the effect display device 9 in response to the variation display of the special symbol. (Corresponding to the variation pattern XX, respectively). That is, when a unique number is assigned to each of the usable variation patterns shown in FIG. 4, there is a variation pattern command corresponding to each variation pattern specified by the number. “(H)” indicates a hexadecimal number. The effect control command for designating the variation pattern is also a command for designating the start of variation. Therefore, when the effect control microcomputer 100 receives the command 80XX (H), the effect display device 9 controls the effect display device 9 to start displaying the effect symbols in a variable manner.

  Commands 8C01 (H) to 8C06 (H) are effect control commands indicating whether or not to make a big hit and the type of big hit. The effect control microcomputer 100 determines the display result of the effect symbols in response to the reception of the commands 8C01 (H) to 8C06 (H).

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

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

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

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

  The game control microcomputer 560 determines whether or not a big hit will be made when an effective start winning is made to the first start winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14, and whether the value of the big hit type or the random number for determining the variation pattern type is It is determined whether it falls within the range of the determination value. Then, in the EXT data of the symbol designating command, a value for designating a big hit or a value for designating the type of jackpot is set, and control for transmission to the effect control microcomputer 100 is performed. Further, a value for designating a range of a determination value as a determination result is set in the EXT data of the variation category command, and control to transmit to the effect control microcomputer 100 is performed. In this embodiment, the production control microcomputer 100 can recognize whether or not the display result is a big hit based on the value set in the symbol designating command, the type of the big hit, and the variable category command. Based on the above, when the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type becomes a predetermined determination value, the variation pattern type can be recognized.

  FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the contents of a symbol designation command. As shown in FIG. 11, in this embodiment, EXT data is set and a symbol designating command is transmitted in accordance with whether or not the jackpot is large and the type of jackpot.

  For example, if it is determined that the result is “displacement” at the time of effective start winning at the first start winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14, the CPU 56 sets the pattern in which “00 (H)” is set in the EXT data. A designation command (symbol 1 designation command) is transmitted. For example, when it is determined that “15R normal big hit” is reached, the CPU 56 transmits a symbol designation command (design 2 designation command) in which “01 (H)” is set in the EXT data. For example, when it is determined that “5R normal big hit” is reached, the CPU 56 transmits a symbol designation command (design 3 designation command) in which “02 (H)” is set in the EXT data. Further, for example, when it is determined that the “15R probability variation big hit” is reached, the CPU 56 transmits a symbol designation command (design 4 designation command) in which “03 (H)” is set in the EXT data. Further, for example, when it is determined that “5R probability variation big hit” is reached, the CPU 56 transmits a symbol designation command (design 5 designation command) in which “04 (H)” is set in the EXT data. Further, for example, when it is determined that “suddenly promising big hit”, the CPU 56 transmits a symbol designation command (design 6 designation command) in which “05 (H)” is set in the EXT data.

  FIG. 12 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the contents of the variable category command. As shown in FIG. 12, in this embodiment, it is determined which display result of the special symbol is displayed, and the range of the determination pattern random number for the variation pattern type determination at the time of starting winning a prize. Accordingly, a value is set in the EXT data, and a variation category command is transmitted.

  For example, when it is determined that the gaming state is out of place at the time of starting winning, the CPU 56 first determines whether or not the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 1 to 169. When the value of the variation pattern type determination random number is 1 to 169, the CPU 56 transmits a variation category 1 command in which “00 (H)” is set in the EXT data. In this embodiment, the non-reach X1 or non-reach X2 variation pattern type is assigned to the range of the determination values 1 to 169 regardless of the gaming state and regardless of the total number of pending storage. Therefore, the production control microcomputer 100 recognizes that at least the variation pattern type is non-reach X1 or non-reach X2 (that is, not reach state) based on the reception of the variation category 1 command. Can do.

  Next, when the random number for variation pattern type determination is 170 to 219, the CPU 56 transmits a variation category 2 command in which “01 (H)” is set in the EXT data.

  Next, when the random number for variation pattern type determination is 220 to 239, the CPU 56 transmits a variation category 3 command in which “02 (H)” is set in the EXT data. In this embodiment, the normal X1 variation pattern type is assigned to the range of the determination values 220 to 239 regardless of the gaming state and regardless of the total number of pending storages. The microcomputer 100 can recognize at least that the variation pattern type is normal X1 (that is, normal reach) based on the reception of the variation category 3 command.

  Next, when the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 240 to 251, the CPU 56 transmits a variation category 4 command in which “03 (H)” is set in the EXT data. In this embodiment, regardless of the gaming state and regardless of the total number of pending storage, the variation pattern type of super X1 is assigned to the range of determination values 240 to 251. The microcomputer 100 can recognize that at least the variation pattern type is super X1 (that is, super reach) based on the reception of the variation category 4 command.

  Further, for example, when it is determined that the big hit (normal big hit, probability change big hit, sudden probability change big hit) is made at the time of effective start winning, the CPU 56 first determines whether or not the value of the random number for variation pattern type determination is 1 to 49. judge. When the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 1 to 49 (that is, when normal Y1 or normal Y2), the CPU 56 issues a variation category 11 command in which “10 (H)” is set in the EXT data. Send. In this embodiment, since the variation pattern type of normal Y1 or normal Y2 is assigned to the range of the determination values 1 to 49 regardless of the big hit type, the production control microcomputer 100 is subject to fluctuation. Based on the reception of the category 11 command, it can be recognized that at least the variation pattern type is normal Y1 or normal Y2 (that is, normal reach).

  Next, when the random number for variation pattern type determination is 50 to 251, the CPU 56 transmits a variation category 12 command in which “11 (H)” is set in the EXT data. In this embodiment, since the variation pattern type of super Y1 or super Y2 is assigned to the range of the determination values 50 to 251 regardless of the big hit type, the production control microcomputer 100 changes the variation. Based on the reception of the category 12 command, it can be recognized that at least the variation pattern type is super Y1 or super Y2 (that is, super reach).

  The effect control microcomputer 100 can execute a pre-reading effect, which will be described later, by receiving a variable category command based on the fact that the game ball has been effectively started at the first start winning opening 13 or the second starting winning opening 14. It becomes possible.

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

  For example, the game control microcomputer 560 includes a variation pattern command for designating a variation pattern of an effect symbol each time a variation display of a special symbol is started on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b. A display result designation command is transmitted to the production control microcomputer 100.

(Storage processing to the hold memory buffer at the time of effective start winning)
When an effective start winning in the first start winning opening 13 occurs, the CPU 56 increases the value of the first reserved memory number counter by 1 and sets the value of the added reserved memory number counter for counting the added reserved memory number to 1. increase. Next, the CPU 56 executes processing for extracting values from the random number circuit 503 and a counter for generating software random numbers and storing them in a storage area in the first reserved storage buffer. For example, random R (big hit determination random number) which is a hardware random number, big hit type determination random number (random 1), fluctuation pattern type determination random number (random 2) and fluctuation pattern determination which are software random numbers (see FIG. 5) A random number for use (random 3) is extracted and stored in the storage area.

  When an effective start winning at the second start winning port 14 occurs, the CPU 56 increases the value of the second reserved memory number counter by 1 and sets the value of the added reserved memory number counter for counting the added reserved memory number to 1. increase. Next, the CPU 56 extracts values from the random number circuit 503 and a counter for generating software random numbers, and executes a process of storing them in a storage area in the second reserved storage buffer. For example, random R (big hit determination random number) which is a hardware random number, big hit type determination random number (random 1), fluctuation pattern type determination random number (random 2) and fluctuation pattern determination which are software random numbers (see FIG. 5) A random number for use (random 3) is extracted and stored in the storage area.

  In the first reserved memory buffer, a storage area corresponding to the upper limit value (4 in this example) of the first reserved memory number is secured. In addition, a storage area corresponding to the upper limit value of the second reserved storage number (4 in this example) is secured in the second reserved storage buffer. Random numbers are stored in accordance with the effective start winning order in both the storage areas of the first reserved storage buffer and the second reserved storage buffer, and n = 1, 2, 3, 4 exists, = 1 is stored in the storage area, and if no random number is stored in the storage areas n = 2, 3 and 4, the random number is stored in the storage area n = 2. In this embodiment, the first reserved storage buffer and the second reserved storage buffer include a random R (big hit determination random number) that is a hardware random number, a big hit type determination random number (random 1) that is a software random number, a variation A random number for pattern type determination (random 2) and a random number for variation pattern determination (random 3) are stored. The first reserved storage buffer and the second reserved storage buffer are formed in the RAM 55.

(Transmission process of start winning command at the time of effective start winning)
If the game state is a low probability state when an effective start winning to the first start winning port 13 occurs, the CPU 56 displays the extracted jackpot determination random number (random R) and the left column of FIG. 6 (A). If the gaming state is a high probability state, the jackpot determination random number (random R) extracted and the jackpot determination at the high probability shown in the right column of FIG. Compare the values to see if they match.

  When the CPU 56 does not match the jackpot determination value, it sets a symbol 1 designation command (designation for losing). If it matches the jackpot determination value, the jackpot type determination random number (random 1) is compared with the jackpot type determination value (for the first special symbol) shown in FIG. Check. If the value matches the big hit type judgment value (0 to 15) for the 15R normal big hit, the symbol 2 designation command (15R normal big hit designation) is set, and the big hit type judgment value (16 to 19) for the 15R probability variable big hit If they match, the symbol 4 designation command (15R probability variation jackpot designation) is set, and if it matches the jackpot type judgment value (20 to 34) for 5R probability variation jackpot, the symbol 5 designation command (5R probability variation jackpot designation) Is set, and if it is coincident with the big hit type judgment value (35 to 39) of the sudden probability variation big hit, a symbol 6 designation command (abrupt probability variation big hit designation) is set.

  Further, the CPU 56 sets one of the variation category commands shown in FIG. 12 based on the jackpot determination result and the extracted random number for variation pattern type determination. Further, the CPU 56 sets a first reserved storage number addition designation command. A set of three commands, the symbol designation command, the variation category command, and the first reserved memory number addition designation command set in this way, is transmitted to the effect control CPU 101 in a single timer interruption. In this embodiment, the symbol designation command, the variation category command, and the first reserved memory number addition designation command are transmitted in this order. Upon receiving these start winning commands, the effect control CPU 101 vacates the received start winning command storage area formed in the RAM for the received symbol designation command, variable category command, and first reserved memory number addition designation command. Store in the first storage area.

  If the game state is a low probability state when an effective start winning to the second start winning port 14 occurs, the CPU 56 displays the extracted jackpot determination random number (random R) and the left column of FIG. 6 (A). If the gaming state is a high probability state, the jackpot determination random number (random R) extracted and the jackpot determination at the high probability shown in the right column of FIG. Compare the values to see if they match.

  When the CPU 56 does not match the jackpot determination value, it sets a symbol 1 designation command (designation for losing). If it matches the jackpot determination value, the jackpot type determination random number (random 1) is compared with the jackpot type determination value (for the second special symbol) shown in FIG. Check. If the 5R normal big hit big hit type judgment value (0-15) matches, the symbol 3 designation command (5R normal big hit designation) is set, and the 15R probability variable big hit big hit type judgment value (16-34) If they match, the symbol 4 designation command (15R probability variation jackpot designation) is set, and if it matches the jackpot type judgment value (35-38) for the 5R probability variation jackpot, the symbol 5 designation command (5R probability variation jackpot designation) Is set, and if it is coincident with the big hit type determination value (39) of sudden probability variation big hit, a symbol 6 designation command (sudden probability variation big hit designation) is set.

  Further, the CPU 56 sets one of the variation category commands shown in FIG. 12 based on the jackpot determination result and the extracted random number for variation pattern type determination. Further, the CPU 56 sets a second reserved storage number addition designation command. A set of three commands, the symbol designating command, the variation category command, and the second reserved memory number addition designating command set in this way, is transmitted to the effect control CPU 101 in one timer interrupt. In this embodiment, the symbol designation command, the variation category command, and the second reserved memory number addition designation command are transmitted in this order. Upon receiving these start winning commands, the effect control CPU 101 vacates the received start winning command storage area formed in the RAM for the received symbol designation command, variable category command, and second reserved memory number addition designation command. Store in the first storage area.

  FIG. 13 is a flowchart showing the start port switch passing process executed in the interrupt process executed by the game control microcomputer 560 every predetermined time (for example, every 4 ms). In the start port switch passing process, the CPU 56 first checks whether or not the first start port switch 13a is in an ON state (S1211). If the first start port switch 13a is not in the ON state, the process proceeds to S1221. If the first start port switch 13a is on, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the first reserved memory number has reached the upper limit (specifically, the first reserved memory for counting the first reserved memory number). It is confirmed whether or not the value of the number counter is 4 (S1212). If the first reserved storage number has reached the upper limit, the process proceeds to S1221.

  If the first reserved memory number has not reached the upper limit value, the CPU 56 increases the value of the first reserved memory number counter by 1 (S1213) and sets the value of the total reserved memory number counter for counting the total reserved memory number. Increase by 1 (S1214). Further, the CPU 56 corresponds to the value of the total reserved memory number counter in the reserved storage specific information storage area (hold specific area) for storing the winning order to the first start winning opening 13 and the second start winning opening 14. Data indicating “first” is set in the area (S1215) (see FIG. 14A and the description of FIG. 14 described later).

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

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

  Next, the CPU 56 extracts values from the random number circuit 503 and a counter for generating software random numbers, and executes a process of storing them in a storage area in the first reserved storage buffer (see FIG. 14B) ( S1216). In the processing of S1216, random R (big hit determination random number) that is a hardware random number, big hit type determination random number (random 1) that is a software random number, variation pattern type determination random number (random 2), and variation pattern A random number for determination (random 3) is extracted and stored in the storage area. It should be noted that the random number for random pattern determination (random 3) is not extracted and stored in the storage area in advance in the start-port switch passing process (at the time of start winning), but is extracted at the start of the variation of the first special symbol. May be. For example, the game control microcomputer 560 directly extracts the value from the variation pattern determination random number counter for generating the variation pattern determination random number (random 3) in the variation pattern setting process at the start of variation of the first special symbol. You may make it do.

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

  Next, the CPU 56 executes a prize-time effect process for determining in advance at the time of start winning the change display result and the change pattern when the change based on the detected start winning is subsequently executed (S1217). Then, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a symbol designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 based on the determination result of the winning effect processing (S1218A), and control to transmit the variation category command to the effect control microcomputer 100. Is performed (S1218B). Further, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit the first reserved memory number addition designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (S1218C).

  In this embodiment, by executing the processing of S1218A and S1218B, the CPU 56 always starts the winning at the first start winning opening 13 and executes the winning effect processing at S1217. Both of the variation category commands are transmitted to the production control microcomputer 100.

  Further, in this embodiment, when the processing of S1218A to S1218C is executed, when the start winning to the first start winning opening 13 occurs and the effect processing at the time of winning of S1217 is executed, A set of three commands, that is, a variable category command and a first reserved memory number addition designation command, are transmitted all at once in one timer interrupt.

  In this embodiment, the first special symbol variation display or the second special symbol variation display is executed in accordance with the start winning order in which the game balls have won the first start winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14. However, it may be configured to preferentially execute the variable display of either one of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. For example, when the state is shifted to the high base state, it is easy to start winning at the second starting winning port 14 provided with the variable winning ball device 15 and the second reserved memory is easily accumulated. The variable display may be executed with priority. In this case, the process of S1215 can be omitted, and the reserved storage specifying information storage area (holding specified area) shown in FIG. Also, in this case, the CPU 56 is not in the high base state (when the hourly flag is not set), and when the winning is based on starting winning at the first starting winning opening 13 on condition that the big hit game is not being played. An effect process (S1217) may be performed. In other words, when the condition is not satisfied, the execution of the winning effect processing (S1217) is restricted, and a pre-reading effect for notifying that the display result of the specific variable display becomes a big hit or super reach (details will be described later). Yes) may not be executed. In the configuration in which the display of the variation of the second special symbol is performed with priority, in a game state in which it is easy to start the winning at the second starting winning port 14, the variation of the first special symbol based on the starting winning at the first starting winning port 13 Since the display may continue to be postponed, there is a possibility that even if the pre-reading effect is executed, a state in which the change display of the notice target is not executed easily occurs. However, by restricting the execution of the winning effect processing (S1217), it is possible to prevent the pre-reading effect from being executed based on the start winning winning at the first start winning port 13, and avoid such a state. Can do. Further, by restricting the effect processing at the time of winning during the high base state or the big hit game, it is possible to prevent the game from being played in a state where it can be recognized that the reserved memory for the big win is stored. Whether or not a big hit game is in progress, for example, a special symbol process that changes depending on each process from the start to the end of the big hit gaming state, from the start of change of special symbols to the end of change (derivation display of stop symbols) It is confirmed by the value of the flag. Further, for example, the game control microcomputer 560 side always performs the effect processing at the time of winning, and the effect control microcomputer 100 side determines whether it is in a high base state or whether it is a big hit game, The execution of the pre-reading effect may be limited.

  Next, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the second start port switch 14a is on (S1221). If the second start port switch 14a is not in the ON state, the process is terminated as it is. If the second start port switch 14a is in the ON state, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the second reserved memory number has reached the upper limit value (specifically, the second reserved memory for counting the second reserved memory number). Whether or not the value of the number counter is 4 is confirmed (S1222). If the second reserved storage number has reached the upper limit value, the processing is terminated as it is.

  If the second reserved memory number has not reached the upper limit value, the CPU 56 increments the value of the second reserved memory number counter by 1 (S1223) and sets the value of the total reserved memory number counter for counting the total reserved memory number. Increase by 1 (S1224). In addition, the CPU 56 sets data indicating “second” in an area corresponding to the value of the total reserved storage number counter in the reserved storage specific information storage area (hold specific area) (S1225).

  Next, the CPU 56 extracts values from the random number circuit 503 and a counter for generating software random numbers, and executes a process of storing them in a storage area in the second reserved storage buffer (see FIG. 14B) ( S1226). In the processing of S1226, a random R (big hit determination random number) that is a hardware random number, a big hit type determination random number (random 1) that is a software random number, a variation pattern type determination random number (random 2), and a variation pattern A random number for determination (random 3) is extracted and stored in the storage area. It should be noted that the random number for random pattern determination (random 3) is not extracted and stored in the storage area in advance in the start-port switch passing process (at the time of start winning), but is extracted at the start of the variation of the second special symbol. May be. For example, the game control microcomputer 560 directly extracts the value from the variation pattern determination random number counter for generating the variation pattern determination random number (random 3) in the variation pattern setting process at the start of the variation of the second special symbol. You may make it do.

  Next, the CPU 56 executes winning effect processing (S1227). Then, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a symbol designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 based on the determination result of the winning effect processing (S1228A), and control to transmit the variation category command to the effect control microcomputer 100. Is performed (S1228B). Further, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit the second reserved memory number addition designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (S1228C).

  In this embodiment, by executing the processing of S1228A and S1228B, the CPU 56 always receives the symbol designating command and the command designation command and the winning-time effect processing of S1227 after starting the second winning winning opening 14 and executing the winning effect processing in S1227. Both of the variation category commands are transmitted to the production control microcomputer 100.

  Further, in this embodiment, when the process of S1228A to S1228C is executed, when the start winning to the second start winning opening 14 occurs and the effect process at the time of winning of S1227 is executed, A set of three commands, that is, a variable category command and a second reserved memory number addition designation command, are transmitted all at once in one timer interrupt.

  Also in the second start port switch passing process, the same process as S1217 may be performed, and the winning effect process of S1227 may not be executed unless in a normal state. That is, only when it is in the normal state, the winning effect production process of S1227 may be executed to transmit the symbol designation command and the variation category command. If the pre-reading effect is executed only for the second reserved memory when in the high base state, the winning effect effect process of S1227 is executed only in the high base state. The designation command and the variation category command may be transmitted, and in the normal state, the designating command and the variation category command may not be transmitted without executing the winning effect processing in S1227.

  Also, in the second start port switch passing process, the same process as S1217 may be performed, and the winning effect process of S1227 may not be executed if the big hit game is being played. Further, in the second start port switch passing process, the winning effect process in S1227 may not be executed (that is, the winning determination process may not be executed for the second special symbol). With such a configuration, when the prefetching effect is executed for a certain period, it is possible to reliably prevent the prefetching effect from being interrupted due to a short variation time.

  FIG. 15 is a flowchart showing the winning effect processing in S1217 and S1227. In the winning effect processing, the CPU 56 first compares the jackpot determination random number (random R) extracted in S1216 and S1226 with the normal jackpot determination value shown in the left column of FIG. It is confirmed whether or not to perform (S220). In this embodiment, at the timing of starting the variation of the special symbol and the production symbol, whether or not to make a big hit, decide the big hit type, or decide the variation pattern in the variation pattern setting process, Separately, at the timing when the game ball starts and wins at the first start winning opening 13 and the second start winning opening 14, before the variation display based on the start winning starts, Check in advance whether the jackpot will be a big hit, the type of jackpot, and the variation pattern. By doing so, the variation display result and the variation pattern are predicted in advance before the variation display of the effect symbol is executed, and the effect control microcomputer 100 is based on the determination result at the time of winning as will be described later. The pre-reading effect for notifying that it will be a big hit or super reach during the variation display of the effect symbol is executed.

  If the big hit determination random number (random R) does not coincide with the normal big hit determination value (N in S220), the CPU 56 determines whether or not a probability variation flag indicating that the gaming state is a high probability state is set. Confirm (S221). The probability variation flag is set for a period during which the gaming state is controlled to a high probability state by the game control microcomputer 560. The time reduction flag is set for a period during which the gaming state is controlled to the high base state by the gaming control microcomputer 560. If the probability change flag is set, the CPU 56 compares the jackpot determination random number (random R) extracted in S1216 and S1226 with the jackpot determination value at the time of probability change shown in the right column of FIG. It is confirmed whether or not they match (S222). It should be noted that there is a possibility that a plurality of variation displays will be executed after confirming whether or not the high probability state is obtained in S221 at the time of starting winning, until the actual starting of the varying display based on the starting winning. There is. For this reason, the game state has changed (for example, the start of change) between the time when the start winning is confirmed in S221 and whether or not the change display based on the start winning is actually started. If there is a probable big hit or sudden probable big hit before, the normal state changes to a high probability / high base state). Therefore, the gaming state determined in S221 at the time of starting winning and the gaming state determined at the start of variation do not always match. In order to prevent such a discrepancy, a game with a change in the game state in the currently stored hold memory is specified, and the determination at the start winning prize is made based on the game state after the change. Also good.

  If the jackpot determination random number (random R) does not match the jackpot determination value at the time of probability change (N in S222), the CPU 56 uses the EXT data “00 (H)” indicating “out of” as the symbol designation command A setting process is performed (S224). Next, the CPU 56 performs a process for determining the current gaming state (S225). In this embodiment, the CPU 56 determines in S225 whether or not the gaming state is a high probability state and whether or not it is a high base state (specifically, whether or not a probability variation flag and a time reduction flag are set). ). It should be noted that there are a plurality of periods from the confirmation of whether or not the high probability state and the high base state are met in S225 at the time of starting winning until the start of the variable display based on the starting winning. May be displayed. Therefore, at the time of starting winning, the game state is between the time when it is confirmed in S225 whether it is in the high probability state and whether it is in the high base state, or until the actual display based on the starting winning is started. (For example, when a probabilistic big hit or a sudden probable big hit occurs before the start of fluctuation, the normal state may change to a high probability / high base state). Therefore, the gaming state determined in S225 at the time of starting winning and the gaming state determined at the start of variation do not always match. In order to prevent such a discrepancy, a game with a change in the game state in the currently stored hold memory is specified, and the determination at the start winning prize is made based on the game state after the change. Also good.

  Then, the CPU 56 sets each threshold value for disconnection according to the gaming state determination result of S225 (S226). In this embodiment, a threshold determination program for performing threshold determination in advance is incorporated, and by determining whether or not the threshold value is larger than the threshold value, the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type falls within any determination value range. Is determined, and the value of the EXT data set in the variation category command shown in FIG. 12 is determined. In this embodiment, a common threshold value (for example, 169, 219, and 239) is set regardless of the gaming state, but a different threshold value (for example, 169 for the low base state) depending on the gaming state. And 239, and 219 and 239) may be set in the high base state.

  For example, the CPU 56 sets threshold values 169, 219, and 239. In this case, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is less than or equal to the threshold value 169 in S232 described later, and if it is less than or equal to the threshold value 169 (that is, 1 to 169). It is determined that “00 (H)” is set as the EXT data of the variation category command (see FIG. 12). If the threshold value is 219 or less (that is, 170 to 219), it is determined that “01 (H)” is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 12). If the threshold value is 239 or less (that is, 220 to 239), it is determined that “02 (H)” is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 12). If the threshold value is not less than 239 (that is, 240 to 251), it is determined that “03 (H)” is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 12).

  In the example of threshold determination shown above, since the threshold values are sequentially determined as 169, 219, and 239 from the smallest threshold value, the threshold value determined in the subsequent order is equal to or lower than the threshold value in the previous order. Never be in range. That is, after determining whether or not the threshold value is 169 or less, when determining whether or not the threshold value is 219 or less, the threshold value is not within the range of 1 to 169 that is equal to or less than the threshold value in the previous order. It is determined whether it is in the range. Further, in this embodiment, the case where the threshold values are determined to be 169, 219, and 239 in order from the smallest value is shown, but conversely, 239, 219, and 169 are sequentially determined from the largest value. May be. The same applies to the determination using other threshold values shown below.

  When the jackpot determination random number (random R) matches the jackpot determination value in S220 or S222, the CPU 56 determines the jackpot type based on the jackpot type determination random number (random 1) extracted in S1216 and S1226. (S229). In this case, when there is a start winning at the first start winning opening 13 (when the winning effect processing in S1217 is executed), the CPU 56 determines the jackpot type determination table (first special) shown in FIG. It is determined whether the jackpot type is “15R normal jackpot”, “15R probability variation jackpot”, “5R probability variation jackpot”, or “sudden probability variation jackpot”. When there is a start winning at the second start winning opening 14 (when the winning effect processing at S1227 is executed), the big hit type determination table (for the second special symbol) shown in FIG. 6C is used. It is used to determine whether the big hit type is “5R normal big hit”, “15R probability big hit”, “5R positive big hit”, or “sudden probability big hit”.

  Next, the CPU 56 performs processing for setting the EXT data corresponding to the determination result of the jackpot type in the symbol designation command (S230) (see FIG. 11). In this case, when it is determined that the “15R normal big hit” is reached, the CPU 56 performs a process of setting the EXT data “01 (H)” indicating “15R normal big hit” in the symbol designation command. If it is determined that the “5R normal big hit” is reached, the CPU 56 performs processing for setting the EXT data “02 (H)” indicating “5R normal big hit” to the symbol designation command. When it is determined that “15R probability variation big hit” is reached, the CPU 56 performs processing for setting EXT data “03 (H)” indicating “15R probability variation big hit” in the symbol designation command. When it is determined that “5R probability variation big hit” is reached, the CPU 56 performs processing for setting EXT data “04 (H)” indicating “5R probability variation big hit” in the symbol designation command. If it is determined that “suddenly probable big hit”, the CPU 56 performs processing for setting EXT data “05 (H)” indicating “suddenly probable big hit” in the symbol designation command.

  And CPU56 sets each threshold value for jackpots according to the jackpot classification determined by S229 (S231). In this embodiment, a common threshold value (for example, 49) is set regardless of the jackpot type. However, when the threshold value differs depending on the jackpot type, a different threshold value is set for each jackpot type. You may do it.

  For example, when the CPU 56 determines any of “15R normal big hit”, “5R normal big hit”, “15R probability variable big hit”, “5R probability variable big hit”, or “sudden probability variable big hit”, the threshold value 49 is set. In this case, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is less than or equal to the threshold value 49 in S232, which will be described later. It is determined that “10 (H)” is set as the EXT data of the variation category command (see FIG. 12). If the threshold value is not 49 or less (that is, 50 to 251), it is determined that “11 (H)” is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 12).

  Next, the CPU 56 uses the threshold value set in S226 and S231 and the random number for variation pattern type determination (random 2) extracted in S1216 and S1226 (FIG. 13) to determine which value of the random number for variation pattern type determination. It is determined whether the determination value is within a range (S232).

  In S226 and S231, instead of setting a predetermined threshold value, a variation pattern type determination table (see FIGS. 7 and 8) is set, and in S232, the set variation pattern type determination table is used. Thus, the range of the variation pattern type determination random number and the variation pattern type may be determined.

  Then, the CPU 56 performs a process of setting the EXT data corresponding to the determination result to the variable category command (S233). Specifically, the CPU 56 determines “00 (H)” to “03 (H)”, “10 (H)” as shown in FIG. 12 according to which variation pattern type is determined in S232. Processing for setting one of the values of “11 (H)” to the EXT data of the variable category command is performed.

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

  FIG. 16 is an explanatory diagram of a specific example of the command storage area at the start winning prize. As shown in FIG. 16, in the start winning command storage area, an area (storage area 1) corresponding to the maximum value (8 in this example) of the combined reserved memory number (first reserved memory number + second reserved memory number) is stored. ~ 8) is secured. In this embodiment, when there is a start winning to the first starting winning port 13 or the second starting winning port 14, a symbol designation command, a variable category command, and a reserved memory number addition designation are designated within one timer interruption. Command (first reserved memory number addition designation command or second pending memory number addition designation command) is transmitted as a set. Therefore, as shown in FIG. 16, in each of the storage areas 1 to 8 of the start winning command storage area, a storage area is provided so that a symbol designation command, a variable category command, and a reserved storage count addition designation command can be stored in association with each other. Is secured.

  In this embodiment, in the command analysis process, the effect control CPU 101 stores commands in the first storage area that is vacant in the start winning command storage area in the order received. In the following description, the command for starting winning (including the first reserved memory number addition specifying command) stored in the start winning command storage area in association with the first reserved memory number adding specifying command is the first. The command at the time of start winning (including the second reserved memory number addition specifying command) stored in the start winning command storage area in association with the second reserved memory number addition specifying command may be collectively referred to as “one hold command”. ) May be collectively referred to as a second pending command. Further, the first hold command and the second hold command may be collectively referred to as a hold command.

  In addition, each command stored in the start winning command storage area shown in FIG. 16 is the first storage area (storage area) at the timing of starting the variation display of the effect symbol every time the variation display of the effect symbol is started. It is deleted from what is stored in 1), and the contents of the command storage area at the start winning prize are shifted.

  In this embodiment, as will be described later, the pre-reading effect is executed in the pre-reading effect determination process based on the command at the time of the start winning (symbol designation command or variable category command) stored in the start winning command storage area. It is determined whether or not to do so.

  In this embodiment, at the timing of starting the variation of the special symbol and the production symbol, whether or not to make a big hit, the big hit type is decided, or the fluctuation pattern is decided. At the timing when the first start winning opening 13 or the second starting winning opening 14 is started, before the display of fluctuation based on the start winning is started, whether or not the big win is determined in advance, the type of the big win, the fluctuation pattern Check which judgment value range the value of the random number for type judgment falls into. By doing so, the variation display result and the variation pattern type are predicted in advance before the variation display of the effect symbol is executed. It is possible to execute a pre-reading effect that gives notice of becoming.

(Processes associated with the start of changes in special symbols)
The CPU 56 does not display any variation display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol, is not controlled to the big hit gaming state, and the special reserved memory is not zero. Start displaying fluctuations. Specifically, the CPU 56 determines the first of the data set in the reserved specific area (see FIG. 14 (A)) if the total number of reserved memories is not 0 and is not controlled to the big hit gaming state. Whether the data is “first” data or “second” data.

  When the first data set in the reserved specific area is data indicating “first”, the CPU 56 starts the variable display of the first special symbol. When executing the variable display of the first special symbol, the CPU 56 reads out each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the first reserved memory number = 1 in the first reserved memory buffer in the RAM 55 and Store in the random number buffer area. Then, the CPU 56 subtracts 1 from the count value of the first reserved memory number counter and shifts the contents of each storage area in the first reserved memory buffer. Based on this, the count value of the total pending storage number counter (the count value of the first pending storage number counter + the count value of the second pending storage number counter) is also reduced by 1. That is, each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the first reserved memory number = n (n = 2, 3, 4) in the first reserved memory buffer of the RAM 55 is set to the first reserved memory number = n−1. Store in the corresponding storage area. In addition, the CPU 56 adds the values (values indicating “first” or “second”) stored in the storage area corresponding to the total reserved storage number = m (m = 2 to 8) in the reserved specific area. Store in the storage area corresponding to the number of reserved storage = m−1.

  Then, the CPU 56 reads the big hit determination random number (random R) from the random number buffer area, and if the gaming state is in a low probability state, the big hit determination random number (random R) and the low value shown in the left column of FIG. If the gaming state is a high probability state, the jackpot determination random number (random R) is compared with the jackpot determination value at the high probability shown in the right column of FIG. And check if they match.

  When the CPU 56 does not agree with the big hit determination value, the display result 1 designation command (offset designation) is set. When it matches the jackpot determination value, the jackpot type determination random number (random 1) read from the random number buffer area is compared with the jackpot type determination value shown in FIG. 6B, and the matching jackpot type is confirmed. To do. Then, if it matches the 15R normal jackpot big hit type determination value (0 to 15), the display result 2 designation command (15R normal big hit designation) is set, and the 15R probability variable big hit big hit type judgment value (16 to 19). If it matches, display result 4 designation command (15R probability variation big hit designation) is set, and if it matches the big hit type determination value (20 to 34) for 5R probability variation big hit, display result 5 designation command (5R probability variation) Big hit designation) is set, and if it is coincident with the big hit type judgment value (35-39) of sudden probability change big hit, a display result 6 designation command (sudden probability change big hit designation) is set. The set display result designation command is transmitted to the effect control CPU 101.

  Further, the CPU 56 determines the variation pattern type for loss shown in FIG. 7A when the big hit determination result is out of the game, the gaming state is in the low base state, and the total number of pending storages is less than 3. With reference to the table, the variation pattern type is determined based on the random number for variation pattern type determination (random 2) read from the random number buffer area. Further, the CPU 56 determines that the jackpot determination result is out of order, and the total pending storage number is 3 or more or the gaming state is in the high base state, the variation pattern type for losing shown in FIG. With reference to the determination table, the variation pattern type is determined based on the variation pattern type determination random number (random 2) read from the random number buffer area. When the big hit determination result is big hit and the big hit type is 15R normal big hit or 5R normal big hit, the CPU 56 refers to the big hit variation pattern type determination table shown in FIG. The variation pattern type is determined based on the random number (random 2) for determining the variation pattern type read out from. Further, when the big hit determination result is big hit and the big hit type is 15R probability variable big hit or 5R probability variable big hit, the CPU 56 refers to the big hit variation pattern type determination table shown in FIG. The variation pattern type is determined based on the random number (random 2) for determining the variation pattern type read out from. Further, when the big hit determination result is a big hit and the big hit type is a sudden probability variation big hit, the CPU 56 refers to the big hit variation pattern type determination table shown in FIG. A variation pattern type is determined based on a random number for pattern type determination (random 2).

  Furthermore, when the big hit determination result is out of order, the CPU 56 refers to the out-of-range variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 9A and determines the variation pattern type determined and the random number for variation pattern determination read from the random number buffer area. A variation pattern is determined based on (Random 3). Further, when the big hit determination result is a big hit, the CPU 56 refers to the big hit fluctuation pattern determination table shown in FIG. A variation pattern is determined based on (Random 3). A variation pattern command for designating the determined variation pattern is transmitted to the effect control CPU 101. Furthermore, CPU56 transmits the 1st reserved memory number subtraction designation | designated command to CPU101 for effect control with the start of the variable display of a 1st special symbol.

  As described above, with the start of fluctuation of the first special symbol, the fluctuation pattern command, the display result designation command, and the first reserved memory number subtraction designation command are transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100.

  When the first data set in the reserved specific area is data indicating “second”, the CPU 56 starts the variable display of the second special symbol. When executing the variable display of the second special symbol, the CPU 56 reads out each random value stored in the storage area corresponding to the second reserved memory number = 1 in the second reserved memory buffer in the RAM 55 and Store in the random number buffer area. Then, the CPU 56 subtracts 1 from the count value of the second reserved memory number counter and shifts the contents of each storage area in the second reserved memory buffer. Based on this, the count value of the total pending storage number counter (the count value of the first pending storage number counter + the count value of the second pending storage number counter) is also reduced by 1. That is, each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the second reserved memory number = n (n = 2, 3, 4) in the second reserved memory buffer of the RAM 55 is set to the second reserved memory number = n−1. Store in the corresponding storage area. In addition, the CPU 56 adds the values (values indicating “first” or “second”) stored in the storage area corresponding to the total reserved storage number = m (m = 2 to 8) in the reserved specific area. Store in the storage area corresponding to the number of reserved storage = m−1.

  Then, the CPU 56 reads the big hit determination random number (random R) from the random number buffer area, and if the gaming state is in a low probability state, the big hit determination random number (random R) and the low value shown in the left column of FIG. If the gaming state is a high probability state, the jackpot determination random number (random R) is compared with the jackpot determination value at the high probability shown in the right column of FIG. And check if they match.

  When the CPU 56 does not agree with the big hit determination value, the display result 1 designation command (offset designation) is set. When it matches the jackpot determination value, the jackpot type determination random number (random 1) read from the random number buffer area is compared with the jackpot type determination value shown in FIG. 6C, and the matching jackpot type is confirmed. To do. If the 5R normal big hit big hit type judgment value (0 to 15) matches, the display result 3 designation command (5R normal big hit designation) is set, and the 15R probability variable big hit big hit type judgment value (16 to 34). If it matches, the display result 4 designation command (15R probability variation big hit designation) is set, and if it matches the big hit type judgment value (35-38) for 5R probability variation big hit, the display result 5 designation command (5R probability variation) Big hit designation) is set, and when the big hit type judgment value (39) of sudden probability change big hit coincides, a display result 6 designation command (sudden probability change big hit designation) is set. The set display result designation command is transmitted to the effect control CPU 101.

  Further, the CPU 56 determines the variation pattern type for loss shown in FIG. 7A when the big hit determination result is out of the game, the gaming state is in the low base state, and the total number of pending storages is less than 3. With reference to the table, the variation pattern type is determined based on the random number for variation pattern type determination (random 2) read from the random number buffer area. Further, the CPU 56 determines that the jackpot determination result is out of order, and the total pending storage number is 3 or more or the gaming state is in the high base state, the variation pattern type for losing shown in FIG. With reference to the determination table, the variation pattern type is determined based on the variation pattern type determination random number (random 2) read from the random number buffer area. When the big hit determination result is big hit and the big hit type is 15R normal big hit or 5R normal big hit, the CPU 56 refers to the big hit variation pattern type determination table shown in FIG. The variation pattern type is determined based on the random number (random 2) for determining the variation pattern type read out from. Further, when the big hit determination result is big hit and the big hit type is 15R probability variable big hit or 5R probability variable big hit, the CPU 56 refers to the big hit variation pattern type determination table shown in FIG. The variation pattern type is determined based on the random number (random 2) for determining the variation pattern type read out from. Further, when the big hit determination result is a big hit and the big hit type is a sudden probability variation big hit, the CPU 56 refers to the big hit variation pattern type determination table shown in FIG. A variation pattern type is determined based on a random number for pattern type determination (random 2).

  Furthermore, when the big hit determination result is out of order, the CPU 56 refers to the out-of-range variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 9A and determines the variation pattern type determined and the random number for variation pattern determination read from the random number buffer area. A variation pattern is determined based on (Random 3). Further, when the big hit determination result is a big hit, the CPU 56 refers to the big hit fluctuation pattern determination table shown in FIG. A variation pattern is determined based on (Random 3). A variation pattern command for designating the determined variation pattern is transmitted to the effect control CPU 101. Furthermore, CPU56 transmits the 2nd reserved memory number subtraction designation | designated command to CPU101 for effect control with the start of the variable display of a 2nd special symbol.

  As described above, with the start of the change of the second special symbol, the change pattern command, the display result specifying command, and the second reserved memory number subtraction specifying command are transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100.

(Display of lower display area 18c)
FIG. 17 is an explanatory diagram showing details of the lower display area 18 c provided in the lower part of the effect display device 9. The lower display area 18c is located below the effect symbol display area in which the effect symbol (in this example, “777”) is displayed, and is displayed on each variable display that is being executed or has been determined to be executed. This is an area in which a variable correspondence display or a hold display, which is a corresponding circular object, is displayed. Here, in the fluctuation corresponding display area 180 located at the left end of the lower display area 18c, a fluctuation corresponding display corresponding to the fluctuation display being executed (variable display satisfying the start condition) is displayed. Further, in the hold display area 181 located on the right side of the fluctuation corresponding display area 180 when viewed from the player side in the lower display area 18c, the fluctuation display that has been determined to be executed but has not been executed yet (starting condition) A hold display corresponding to (a variable display in which the start condition is not satisfied) is displayed.

  The hold display area 181 is constituted by hold display areas 181A, 181B, 181C, 181D, 181E, 181F, 181G, and 181H in order from the right side of the variation corresponding display area 180 to the right end of the screen. Corresponding to the first data (data corresponding to the total pending storage number counter = 1) among the data set in the pending specific area in FIG. 14A, the pending display area 181B is the second data (total pending). Data corresponding to the memory number counter = 2), the hold display area 181C corresponds to the third data (data corresponding to the summed hold memory number counter = 3), and the hold display area 181D is the fourth data ( Corresponding to the total pending storage number counter = 4), the pending display area 181E has the fifth data (the total pending storage number). The hold display area 181F corresponds to the sixth data (data corresponding to the total hold memory number counter = 6), and the hold display area 181G corresponds to the seventh data (the sum hold). The hold display area 181H corresponds to the eighth data (data corresponding to the summed hold storage number counter = 8). When data indicating “first” or “second” is set in each area of the hold specific area, the hold display is displayed in the corresponding hold display area.

  When the variable display start condition corresponding to the hold display displayed in the hold display area 181 is satisfied, the object displayed as the hold display in the hold display area is shifted to the change display area 180 to display the change display. Will be displayed. At this time, the display mode of the object shifted to the variation corresponding display area 180 is maintained. That is, if the display mode of the hold display displayed in the hold display area 181 is a special mode, even if the hold display is shifted to the change corresponding display area 180 and displayed as the change corresponding display, The display mode of the change correspondence display is a special mode.

  Next, the operation of the effect control means will be described. FIG. 18 is a flowchart showing main processing executed by the effect control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the effect control CPU 101) as effect control means mounted on the effect control board 80. The effect control CPU 101 starts executing the main process when the power is turned on. In the main process, first, initialization processing is performed for clearing the RAM area, setting various initial values, and initializing a timer for determining the activation control activation interval (for example, 4 ms) (S701). Thereafter, the effect control CPU 101 proceeds to a loop process for monitoring a timer interrupt flag (S702). When a timer interrupt occurs, the effect control CPU 101 sets a timer interrupt flag in the timer interrupt process. If the timer interrupt flag is set in the main process, the effect control CPU 101 clears the flag (S703), and executes the following effect control process.

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

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

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

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

  In this embodiment, the effect control CPU 101 determines whether or not to execute a hold change effect and a background change effect, which will be described later, and an effect mode (display mode of the hold display) when executing the hold change effect and the background change effect. Of the first special aspect or the second special aspect, or the background image of the effect design to be the first special aspect or the second special aspect) Random numbers for determining the presence / absence of execution and the execution mode of various effects are stored in the RAM, and the count value of the counter for generating each random number is also updated in S707.

  The effect control command transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560 is received by an interrupt process based on the effect control INT signal, and is stored in a buffer area formed in the RAM. In the command analysis process, if the received effect control command is a variation pattern command, the effect control CPU 101 stores the received variation pattern command in a variation pattern command storage area formed in the RAM. Then, the fluctuation pattern command reception flag is set.

  If the received effect control command is a display result designation command, the effect control CPU 101 forms the received display result designation command (display result 1 designation command to display result 6 designation command (see FIG. 10)) in the RAM. Is stored in the display result specification command storage area.

  If the received effect control command is any of the symbol designation commands, the effect control CPU 101 stores the received symbol designation command in the first storage area that is free in the start winning command storage area formed in the RAM. Store.

  If the received effect control command is any of the variation category commands, the effect control CPU 101 uses the received variation category command as the latest symbol in the storage areas of the start winning command storage area formed in the RAM. Store in the storage area where the specified command is stored.

  If the received effect control command is the first reserved memory number addition designation command, the effect control CPU 101 sends the received first reserved memory number addition designation command to each start winning command storage area formed in the RAM. Store in the storage area where the latest symbol designation command and variable category command are stored. The effect control CPU 101 adds 1 to the first reserved memory number stored in the first reserved memory number storage area and adds 1 to the value of the total reserved memory number stored in the combined reserved memory number storage area.

  If the received effect control command is the second reserved memory number addition designation command, the effect control CPU 101 uses the received second reserved memory number addition designation command for each start winning command storage area formed in the RAM. Store in the storage area where the latest symbol designation command and variable category command are stored. In addition, the production control CPU 101 adds 1 to the second reserved memory number stored in the second reserved memory number storage area, and adds 1 to the value of the total reserved memory number stored in the combined reserved memory number storage area.

  If the received effect control command is the first reserved memory number subtraction designation command, the effect control CPU 101 subtracts 1 from the first reserved memory number stored in the first reserved memory number storage area and stores the total reserved memory number. 1 is subtracted from the value of the total pending storage number stored in the area.

  If the received effect control command is the second reserved memory number subtraction designation command, the effect control CPU 101 subtracts 1 from the second reserved memory number stored in the second reserved memory number storage area and stores the total reserved memory number. 1 is subtracted from the value of the total pending storage number stored in the area.

  FIG. 19 is a flowchart showing the effect control process (S705) in the main process shown in FIG. In the effect control process, the effect control CPU 101 first determines whether or not to execute a hold change effect and a background change effect, which will be described later, as a prefetch effect, and an effect mode (hold) for executing the hold change effect and the background change effect. A pre-reading effect determination process for determining whether the display mode of display is the first special mode or the second special mode, or whether the background image of the effect design is the first special mode or the second special mode) Execute (S800A).

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

  Next, the prefetching effect will be described. The pre-reading effect is executed before the start of the variable display that is the target of the effect, and notices that the variable display that is the target of the effect will be a big hit or a specific display mode (for example, a reach effect). It is a notice effect. In this embodiment, a hold change effect and a background change effect, which will be described later, are executed as the prefetch effect.

  FIG. 20 is a diagram illustrating specific examples of the special mode display of the hold change effect and the special mode display of the background change effect.

  The “hold change effect” is an effect that displays the display mode of the hold display displayed in the hold display area 181 in a special mode different from the normal mode under a predetermined condition. In this embodiment, the special mode includes a first special mode (also referred to as “heat” character ”) shown in FIG. 20 (a-1) and a second special mode shown in FIG. 20 (a-2) (“ There are two types of flame effects. As shown in FIG. 20 (a-1), the “heat” character in the first special mode is a display mode in which the character “heat” is applied to the hold display. As shown in FIG. 20 (a-2), the flame effect of the second special mode is a display mode in which a flame image effect is applied to the hold display.

  The “background change effect” is an effect of displaying the display mode of the background image of the effect symbol displayed on the effect display device 9 in a special mode different from the normal mode under a predetermined condition. In this embodiment, the special mode is the first special mode (also referred to as “sunny sky mode”) shown in FIG. 20 (b-1) and the second special mode (“lightning strike” shown in FIG. 20 (b-2). There are two types of modes. As shown in FIG. 20 (b-1), the fine weather mode of the first special mode is a mode for displaying a background image showing the fine weather in the sun. As shown in FIG. 20 (b-2), the lightning strike mode of the second special mode is a mode for displaying a background image indicating the weather in which a lightning strike has occurred from a thundercloud.

  The process in which these hold change effects and background change effects are executed will be specifically described below.

  FIG. 21 is a flowchart showing prefetch effect determination processing (S800A). In the pre-reading effect determination process, the effect control CPU 101 first has a set of start winning commands (that is, a symbol designation command, a variable category command, and a reserved memory number addition designation command (first reserved memory number addition designation command or It is confirmed whether or not a second set of second reserved memory number addition designation command) has been received (S1001). Specifically, a set of symbol designation command, variable category command, and reserved memory number addition designation command (first reserved memory number addition designation command or second reserved memory number addition designation command) are stored in the command storage area at the time of winning a prize. It can be confirmed by determining whether or not it is newly stored. If a command for starting winning a set is not newly received, the process is terminated as it is.

  If one set of commands at the time of start winning is received, the effect control CPU 101 extracts effect random numbers (S1002). The random number for the effect extracted here is whether or not to execute the hold change effect and the background change effect in the winning determination process, the hold change effect determination process, and the background change effect determination process, which will be described later. Used to determine the mode of the hold change effect and the background change effect. Next, the effect control CPU 101 refers to the effect flag table (FIG. 24 to be described later), and checks whether both the hold change effect flag and the background change effect flag are set (S1003). The hold change effect flag is set based on the decision to execute the hold change effect in a winning determination process or a hold change effect determination process described later. Further, the background change effect flag is set based on the decision to execute the background change effect in the winning determination process or the background change effect determination process described later. That is, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not both the hold change effect and the background change effect are determined to be executed. In this embodiment, the case where YES is determined in S1003 is the case where both the hold change effect and the background change effect are already executed, or the hold change effect is already executed and the background change effect is still executed. Is one that has not been done but has been decided to be executed. When both the pending change effect flag and the background change effect flag are set in the effect flag table (Y in S1003), the effect control CPU 101 newly generates a new command corresponding to the start winning command. Processing for displaying the hold display in a normal mode that is not a special mode (for example, a round display mode in which neither characters nor image effects are applied) is executed (S1010).

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 refers to the effect flag table (FIG. 24 to be described later) and confirms whether neither the hold change effect flag nor the background change effect flag is set (S1004). When both the pending change effect flag and the background change effect flag are not set in the effect flag table, that is, when neither the hold change effect flag nor the background change effect flag is set (Y in S1004), the effect The control CPU 101 executes a winning determination process (S1005) described later. If either the pending change effect flag or the background change effect flag is set in the effect flag table (N in S1004), the effect control CPU 101 checks whether only the background change effect flag is set. (S1006). When only the background change effect flag is set in the effect flag table (Y in S1006), the effect control CPU 101 executes a hold change effect determination process (S1007) described later. If the background change effect flag is not set in the effect flag table (N in S1006), it is determined that only the pending change effect flag is set. At this time, the CPU 101 for effect control confirms the number of total pending storage numbers (S1008). When the total number of pending storages is less than 3 (N in S1008), the effect control CPU 101 displays a new pending display corresponding to the newly received command at the time of starting winning a normal mode that is not a special mode. The processing to be displayed is executed (S1010). When the total number of reserved memories is 3 or more (Y in S1008), the effect control CPU 101 executes a background change effect determining process (S1009) described later.

  When the effect control CPU 101 executes the process of S1006 to check whether only the background change effect flag is set, at least one of the hold change effect flag and the background change effect flag is displayed in the effect flag table. Since it has already been confirmed that the flag is not set, and either the pending change effect flag or the background change effect flag is set (S1003 and S1004), the background change effect flag is set here. If it can be confirmed, it can be determined that only the background change effect flag is set at that time.

(Winning determination process (S1005), FIG. 22)
As described above, when it is confirmed that neither the pending change effect flag nor the background change effect flag is set in the effect flag table (Y in S1004), the effect control CPU 101 executes a winning determination process (S1005). . FIG. 22 is a flowchart showing a specific process of the winning time determination process (S1005).

  First, the effect control CPU 101 executes (1) whether or not to execute a prefetch effect (holding change effect and background change effect) based on the winning determination table, and (2) if the prefetch effect is executed. The type and effect mode of the prefetch effect to be performed are determined (S1020). Specifically, the CPU 101 for effect control receives the symbol designation command (see FIG. 11), the total number of pending storages, and the extracted effect random number (S1002) among the received commands at the start winning prize. And the winning determination table (FIG. 23). In other words, the effect control CPU 101 determines a winning determination table to be used based on the total number of pending storages, determines a winning determination result based on the contents of the symbol designating command, and determines each winning determination result in advance. Based on the determined ratio, (1) whether or not to execute the pre-reading effect, and (2) an effect mode in the case of executing the pre-reading effect is determined. These processes will be described more specifically.

  First, when the total number of pending storages is 3 or more, the effect control CPU 101 determines to use the winning determination table shown in FIG.

  Here, when the symbol designating command is C400 (H), it is determined that the winning determination result is “out of”, so the effect control CPU 101 determines the execution ratio of the hold change effect in the first special mode. 5%, the execution ratio of the hold change effect in the second special mode is 1%, the execution rate of the background change effect in the first special mode is 2%, the execution rate of the background change effect in the second special mode is 2%, and the look-ahead effect The determination process for the pre-reading effect is executed so that the ratio of not executing is 90%.

  When the symbol designation command is C401 (H), it is determined that the determination result at the time of winning is “15R normal big hit”. Therefore, the CPU 101 for effect control sets the execution ratio of the hold change effect in the first special mode to 10 %, The execution rate of the hold change effect in the second special mode is 20%, the execution rate of the background change effect in the first special mode is 20%, the execution rate of the background change effect in the second special mode is 5%, and the look-ahead effect is The determination process for the pre-reading effect is executed so that the ratio of the non-execution is 45%.

  When the symbol designating command is C402 (H), it is determined that the winning determination result is “5R normal big hit”, so the CPU 101 for effect control sets the execution ratio of the hold change effect in the first special mode to 10 %, The execution rate of the hold change effect in the second special mode is 20%, the execution rate of the background change effect in the first special mode is 5%, the execution rate of the background change effect in the second special mode is 5%, and the look-ahead effect is A determination process for the pre-reading effect is executed so that the ratio of the non-execution is 60%.

  When the symbol designation command is C403 (H), it is determined that the winning determination result is “15R probability variation big hit”, so the CPU 101 for effect control sets the execution ratio of the hold change effect in the first special mode to 10 %, The execution rate of the hold change effect in the second special mode is 20%, the execution rate of the background change effect in the first special mode is 20%, the execution rate of the background change effect in the second special mode is 20%, and the look-ahead effect is The determination process for the pre-reading effect is executed so that the ratio of the non-execution is 30%.

  When the symbol designating command is C404 (H), it is determined that the winning determination result is “5R probability variation big hit”, so the CPU 101 for effect control sets the execution ratio of the hold change effect in the first special mode to 10 %, The execution rate of the hold change effect in the second special mode is 20%, the execution rate of the background change effect in the first special mode is 5%, the execution rate of the background change effect in the second special mode is 20%, and the look-ahead effect is The determination process for the pre-reading effect is executed so that the ratio of the non-execution is 45%.

  When the symbol designating command is C405 (H), it is determined that the winning determination result is “suddenly probable big hit”, and therefore the effect control CPU 101 sets the execution ratio of the hold change effect in the first special mode to 10 %, The execution rate of the hold change effect in the second special mode is 20%, the execution rate of the background change effect in the first special mode is 5%, the execution rate of the background change effect in the second special mode is 20%, and the look-ahead effect is The determination process for the pre-reading effect is executed so that the ratio of the non-execution is 45%.

  When the total pending storage number is less than 3, the effect control CPU 101 determines to use the winning determination table shown in FIG. This winning determination table is set so as not to execute the background change effect unlike the winning determination table in the case where the total pending storage number is 3 or more. That is, in the present embodiment, the background change effect is not executed when the total pending storage number is less than 3.

  Here, when the symbol designating command is C400 (H), it is determined that the winning determination result is “out of”, so the effect control CPU 101 determines the execution ratio of the hold change effect in the first special mode. The determination process for the prefetch effect is executed so that the execution ratio of the hold change effect in the second special mode is 1% and the ratio in which the prefetch effect is not executed is 90%.

  When the symbol designating command is C401 (H) to C405 (H), the winning determination result is “15R normal big hit”, “5R normal big hit”, “15R probability big hit”, “5R probability big hit”, or “suddenly” Since it is determined that “probable big hit”, the CPU 101 for effect control has an execution rate of the hold change effect of the first special mode 10%, an execution rate of the hold change effect of the second special mode 20%, and the pre-read effect A determination process for the pre-reading effect is executed so that the ratio of the non-execution is 70%.

  As described above, in order to execute the pre-reading effect at a predetermined rate, the actual processing is as follows, for example. That is, if the random number for production is defined as a random number in the range of 0 to 99, for example, the total number of reserved storage is 3 or more and the determination result at the time of winning is “out”, the random number for production is 0 to 4 If it is within the range, the change change effect of the first special mode, if the production random number is 5, the change change effect of the second special mode, if the production random number is 6 or 7, the background of the first special mode When the change effect and the effect random number are 8 or 9, the effect control CPU 101 processes the background change effect of the second special mode and when the effect random number is 10 to 99, the prefetch effect is not executed. In addition, the numerical value range defined as the random number for production is arbitrary, and it may be set so that each prefetch production is executed at a predetermined ratio as a result.

  In the present embodiment, the hold change effect is set to suggest the possibility of a big hit, and the background change effect is set to indicate the type of the big win. That is, it is set so that the possibility of a big hit is higher and the possibility of losing is lower in the case where the second special aspect is executed than the first special aspect among the pending change effects. In addition, when the background change effect of the first special mode is executed, the possibility of 15R big hit (15R normal big hit and 15R positive big hit) is set higher than 5R big hit (5R normal big hit and 5R probability big hit). Yes. In addition, when the background change effect of the second special mode is executed, there is a higher possibility of a probable big hit (15R probable big hit, 5R probable big hit, and sudden probable big hit) than a normal big hit (15R normal big hit and 5R normal big hit). It is set to be.

  In this way, by setting the winning decision table so that the hold change effect and the background change effect suggest the possibility of jackpot and the type of jackpot, respectively, so that the player pays attention to the hold change effect and the background change effect It is possible to improve interest.

  FIG. 24 is a table showing an example of the effect flag table. The effect flag table indicates whether or not the variable display (hold display) corresponding to each hold storage is the target of the prefetch effect, and the type of the prefetch effect (the hold change effect or the background). It is a storage area for storing a change effect) and a mode (first special mode or second special mode, or first special mode or second special mode). Further, in this embodiment, the above information is also stored for the on-hold storage in which the start condition is satisfied (corresponding to the variation display being executed and corresponding to the variation order 0 (variation correspondence display) of the effect flag table).

  As shown in FIG. 24, the effect flag table stores a hold change effect flag and a background change effect flag corresponding to each of the change orders of the hold memory (corresponding to the total number of stored holds). The change order of the reserved memory shown here is the order in which the start condition of the change display is established, and in this embodiment, the reserved memory is based on the effective start winning to the first start winning opening 13. Regardless of whether or not it is based on the effective start winning to the second start winning opening 14, the start condition of the variable display is established in the order of the effective starting winning. Accordingly, the total number of reserved memories at the time of starting winning is the order in which the variable display start condition is satisfied for the reserved memory.

  The hold change effect flag includes a first special mode flag and a second special mode flag, and the background change effect flag includes a first special mode flag and a second special mode flag. In the aforementioned winning time determination process, when the effect control CPU 101 determines to execute the pre-reading effect in the determination at the time of starting winning, a flag corresponding to the total number of reserved memories including the reserved memory based on the starting prize is given. set. For example, a new start prize is generated when the total pending storage number is 3, and the total pending storage number is 4, and the pre-reading effect determination process is executed for the start prize, and the second special mode When it is determined to execute the background change effect, the effect control CPU 101 sets the second special mode flag of the background change effect flag corresponding to the change order (total number of pending storages) 4 in the effect flag table (FIG. 24).

  The above is the process of S1020 of the winning time determination process. The effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not it has been decided to execute the hold change effect as a result of the processing of S1020 (S1021). As a result, when it is decided to execute the hold change effect (Y in S1021), as described above, the current summed hold memory number (first hold memory number addition designation command or second hold memory number addition) in the effect flag table The production control CPU 101 sets a flag corresponding to the production mode in correspondence with the total number of pending storage after addition update based on the reception of the designated command (S1022). Then, the effect control CPU 101 displays the determination target hold display in either the determined first special mode or the second special mode (S1023), and ends the winning determination process.

  On the other hand, if the effect control CPU 101 has not decided to execute the hold change effect (N in S1021), then the effect control CPU 101 continuously executes the background change effect up to which variable display. To decide. In the present embodiment, when the big display is a big hit in the variation display with the background change effect in the first special mode (sunny mode), it is determined that the big hit of 15R, that is, the 15R normal big hit or the 15R probability big hit, and the second special In the case of a big hit in the variation display accompanied by the background change effect of the mode (lightning mode), the following processing of S1026 to S1032 is performed in order to determine that it is a probable big hit, that is, a 15R probable big hit, a 5R probable big hit or a sudden probable big hit. Execute.

  If the CPU 101 for effect control has not decided to execute the hold change effect (N in S1021), it confirms whether or not it is determined to execute the background change effect as a result of the processing of S1020 ( S1025). If it is not decided to execute the background change effect (N in S1025), a new hold display is displayed in a normal manner (S1033), and the winning determination process is terminated. When it is determined to execute the background change effect (Y in S1025), the effect control CPU 101 next confirms the mode of the background change effect.

  When the background change effect is the first special mode (clear sky mode) (Y in S1026), the effect control CPU 101 confirms the symbol designation command, and whether or not the variable display to be determined is a big hit other than 15R, that is, , It is determined that it is 5R normal big hit, 5R probability big hit, or sudden probability big hit, not 15R normal big hit or 15R probability big hit (S1027). As a result of this determination, when the change display of the determination target is a big hit other than 15R (Y in S1027), the effect control CPU 101 determines that the current total pending storage number −1 (one immediately before the determination target) in the effect flag table. The background change effect flag of the first special mode corresponding to the change order) is set (S1028). After the process, the effect control CPU 101 displays the determination target hold display in a normal manner (S1033), and ends the winning determination process.

  On the other hand, when the change display of the decision target is a big hit of 15R (N in S1027), the effect control CPU 101 sets the current summed pending storage number (the change order of the hold memory of the decision target) in the effect flag table. The corresponding background change effect flag of the first special mode is set (S1029). After the process, the effect control CPU 101 displays the determination target hold display in a normal manner (S1033), and ends the winning determination process.

  If the background change effect is not the first special mode (sunny mode) (N in S1026), it is determined that the background change effect is the second special mode (lightning strike mode). At this time, the CPU 101 for effect control determines that the change display to be determined is a normal big hit, that is, a 15R normal big hit or a 5R normal big hit, and is not a 15R positive variation big hit, a 5R positive variation big hit, or a sudden positive random change big hit. Determination is made (S1030). As a result of this determination, if the change display of the determination target is a 15R normal big hit or a 5R normal big hit (Y in S1030), the production control CPU 101 determines that the current total pending storage number −1 (the decision target) in the production flag table. The background change effect flag of the second special mode corresponding to the previous change order) is set (S1031). After the process, the effect control CPU 101 displays the determination target hold display in a normal manner (S1033), and ends the winning determination process.

  On the other hand, when the variation display to be determined is not normally big hit, that is, when it is off, 15R probability variation big hit, 5R probability variation big hit or sudden probability variation big hit (N in S1030), the production control CPU 101 displays the production flag table. The background change effect flag of the second special mode corresponding to the current total number of pending storage (the order of change of the pending storage to be determined) is set (S1032). After the process, the effect control CPU 101 displays the determination target hold display in a normal manner (S1033), and ends the winning determination process.

  The above is the specific process of the winning determination process (S1005, FIG. 22) of the pre-reading effect determination process (FIG. 21).

  By performing the processing as described above, if there is a pending storage corresponding to a variable display other than the 15R big hit (15R normal big hit or 15R probability variable big hit), the background change effect of the first special mode until the previous variable display. The continuous production ends. As a result, the player understands that the 15R jackpot is confirmed when the big hit is made while the background change effect of the first special mode is being executed, and the player pays attention to the background change effect. , Can improve interest. Similarly, regarding the relationship between the probability change big hit (15R probability change big hit, 5R probability change big hit, or sudden probability change big hit) and the background change effect of the second special mode, the player can perform while the background change effect of the second special mode is being executed. In the case of a big hit, it will be understood that a probable big hit will be established, and the player will pay attention to the background change effect, which can improve the interest.

(Hold change effect determination process (S1007), FIG. 25)
As described above, when it is confirmed that only the background change effect flag is set in the effect flag table (Y in S1006), the effect control CPU 101 executes the hold change effect determination process (S1007). FIG. 25 is a flowchart showing the hold change effect determination process (S1007). FIG. 26 is a diagram illustrating a specific example of the hold change effect determination table.

  First, the effect control CPU 101, based on the hold change effect determination table, (1) whether or not to execute the hold change effect, and (2) the effect of the hold change effect to be executed when executing the hold change effect. An aspect is determined (S1040). Specifically, the effect control CPU 101 determines the symbol designating command (see FIG. 11) of the received one set start winning command, the extracted effect random number (S1002), and the hold change effect determination. It is determined with reference to the table (FIG. 26). That is, the effect control CPU 101 determines the winning determination result based on the contents of the symbol designation command, and (1) whether to execute the hold change effect based on a predetermined ratio for each winning determination result. No, and (2) the effect mode when executing the hold change effect. These processes will be described more specifically.

  When the symbol designating command is C400 (H), it is determined that the winning determination result is “out of place”, so the effect control CPU 101 sets the execution ratio of the hold change effect in the first special mode to 10%, The determination process for the hold change effect is executed so that the execution ratio of the hold change effect of 2 special modes is 2% and the ratio of not executing the prefetch effect is 88%.

  When the symbol designating command is C401 (H) to C405 (H), the winning determination result is “15R normal big hit”, “5R normal big hit”, “15R positive change big hit”, “5R positive change big hit”, or “sudden probability change”. Because it is determined to be “big hit”, the CPU 101 for effect control executes the pre-reading effect with the execution ratio of the hold change effect in the first special mode 20%, the execution rate of the hold change effect in the second special mode 40%. The determination process for the on-hold change effect (one of the pre-read effects) is executed so that the ratio of not performing is 40%.

  As described above, in the hold change effect determination table in FIG. 26, the hold change effect is executed at a higher rate than the winning determination table in FIG. That is, it is determined that the background change effect is being executed (YES in S1006) than when neither the hold change effect nor the background change effect is executed (when the winning determination process of S1005 is executed). In the case where the hold change effect determination process of S1007 is executed), the rate at which the hold display changes to the first special mode or the second special mode is increased.

  Here, the actual processing of the effect control CPU 101 is performed using the effect random numbers, but the processing is the same as the processing at the time of winning determination processing. That is, the numerical range of the random number for production and the corresponding hold change effect of the first special mode and the hold change effect of the second special mode are executed so that the hold change effect is executed at the predetermined ratio. A numerical value range and a numerical value range that does not execute the hold change effect may be set.

  The above is the process of S1040 of the hold change effect determination process. In addition, although each process of S1041-S1047 of a pending | holding change effect determination process is demonstrated concretely below, this process is the same as the process of S1021-S1023 and S1033 of a winning time determination process (FIG. 22), respectively.

  The effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not it has been decided to execute the hold change effect as a result of the process of S1040 described above (S1041). As a result, when it is not determined to execute the hold effect (N in S1041), the effect control CPU 101 displays a new hold display in a normal manner (S1047), and ends the hold change effect determination process. When it is decided to execute the hold change effect (Y in S1041), the effect control CPU 101 causes the effect flag table to correspond to the current total number of reserved memories (the change order of the hold memory to be determined) A flag corresponding to the mode is set (S1042). Then, the CPU 101 for effect control displays the new hold display to be determined as the hold change effect of either the first special mode or the second special mode determined (S1023), and performs the hold change effect determination process. finish.

  The above is the specific process of the pending change effect determination process (S1007, FIG. 25) of the prefetch effect determination process (FIG. 21).

(Background change effect determination processing (S1009), FIG. 27)
As described above, when the total pending storage number is 3 or more (Y in S1008), the effect control CPU 101 executes the background change effect determining process (S1009). FIG. 27 is a flowchart showing a specific process of the background change effect determination process (S1009).

  First, the effect control CPU 101, based on the background change effect determination table, (1) whether or not to execute the background change effect, and (2) the effect of the background change effect to be executed when executing the background change effect. Determine aspects. Specifically, the effect control CPU 101 determines the symbol designating command (see FIG. 11) of the received one set start winning command, the extracted effect random number (S1002), and the background change effect determination. It is determined with reference to the table (FIG. 28). That is, the effect control CPU 101 determines the winning determination result based on the contents of the symbol designation command, and (1) whether to execute the background change effect based on a predetermined ratio for each winning determination result. No, and (2) the effect mode when executing the background change effect is determined. These processes will be described more specifically.

  When the symbol designating command is C400 (H), it is determined that the winning determination result is “out of”, so the effect control CPU 101 sets the execution ratio of the background change effect in the first special mode to 4% 2. The determination process for the background change effect is executed so that the execution ratio of the background change effect in the special mode is 4% and the ratio of not executing the background change effect is 92%.

  When the symbol designating command is C401 (H), it is determined that the winning determination result is “15R normal big hit”, and therefore the effect control CPU 101 sets the execution ratio of the background change effect in the first special mode to 40%. The determination process for the background change effect is executed so that the execution ratio of the background change effect in the second special mode is 10% and the ratio of not executing the background change effect is 50%.

  When the symbol designating command is C402 (H), it is determined that the winning determination result is “5R normal big hit”, so the CPU 101 for effect control sets the execution ratio of the background change effect in the first special mode to 10%. The background change effect determination process is executed so that the execution rate of the background change effect of the second special mode is 10% and the ratio of not executing the background change effect is 80%.

  When the symbol designation command is C403 (H), it is determined that the winning determination result is “15R probability variation big hit”, so the CPU 101 for effect control sets the execution ratio of the background change effect in the first special mode to 40%. The background change effect determination process is executed so that the execution ratio of the background change effect in the second special mode is 40% and the ratio of not executing the background change effect is 20%.

  When the symbol designating command is C404 (H), it is determined that the winning determination result is “5R probability variation big hit”, so the CPU 101 for effect control sets the execution ratio of the background change effect in the first special mode to 10%. The background change effect determination process is executed so that the execution ratio of the background change effect in the second special mode is 40% and the ratio of not executing the background change effect is 50%.

  When the symbol designating command is C405 (H), it is determined that the winning determination result is “suddenly promising big hit”, so the effect control CPU 101 sets the execution ratio of the background change effect in the first special mode to 10%. The background change effect determination process is executed so that the execution ratio of the background change effect in the second special mode is 40% and the ratio of not executing the background change effect is 50%.

  As described above, in the background change effect determination table of FIG. 28, the background change effect is executed at a higher rate than the winning determination table of FIG. That is, when neither the hold change effect nor the background change effect is executed (when the winning determination process of S1005 is executed), when the hold change effect is executed (NO in S1006). The ratio at which the background image changes to the first special mode or the second special mode is increased in the case where the background change effect determination process of S1009 is executed.

  Here, the actual process of the effect control CPU 101 is performed using the effect random number, but the process is the same as the process during the winning determination process and the pending change effect determination process. That is, the numerical range of the effect random number and the corresponding background change effect of the first special mode and the background change effect of the second special mode are executed so that the background change effect is executed at the predetermined ratio. A numerical value range and a numerical value range that does not execute the hold change effect may be set.

  The above is the process of S1050 in the background change effect determination process. In addition, although each process of S1051-S1060 of a background change effect determination process is demonstrated concretely below, this process is the same as that of S1025-S1033 of a winning time determination process (FIG. 22). In the present embodiment, when a big hit is made during the variable display accompanied by the background change effect in the first special mode (sunny mode), it is determined that the big hit of 15R, that is, the 15R normal big hit or the 15R probability big hit, In the second special mode (lightning strike mode), when a big hit is made during the fluctuation display with the background change effect, the probability variation big hit, that is, the 15R probability variation big hit, the 5R probability variation big hit or the sudden probability variation big hit is determined. Steps S1051 to S1059 are executed.

  The effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not it has been decided to execute the background change effect as a result of the process of S1050 described above (S1051). As a result, when it is not decided to execute the background change effect (N in S1051), the effect control CPU 101 displays a new hold display in the normal mode (S1060), and ends the background change effect determination process. To do. When it is determined to execute the background change effect (Y in S1051), the effect control CPU 101 next confirms the mode of the background change effect (S1052).

  When the background change effect is the first special mode (clear sky mode) (Y in S1052), the effect control CPU 101 confirms the symbol designation command, and whether or not the variable display to be determined is a big hit other than 15R, that is, , It is determined that it is 5R normal big hit, 5R probability big hit, or sudden probability big hit, not 15R normal big hit or 15R probability big hit (S1054). As a result of this determination, when the variation display of the determination target is a big hit other than 15R (Y in S1054), the effect control CPU 101 determines that the current total pending storage number −1 (one immediately before the determination target) in the effect flag table. The background change effect flag of the first special mode corresponding to (variation order of No.) is set (S1055). After the process, the effect control CPU 101 displays a new hold display in a normal manner (S1060), and ends the winning determination process.

  On the other hand, when the change display of the determination target is a big hit of 15R (N in S1054), the effect control CPU 101 sets the current total number of pending storages in the effect flag table (the order of change of the hold storage of the determination target) The corresponding background change effect flag of the first special mode is set (S1056). After the process, the effect control CPU 101 displays a new hold display in a normal manner (S1060), and ends the winning determination process.

  When the background change effect is not the first special mode (clear sky mode) (N in S1052), it is determined that the background change effect is the second special mode (lightning strike mode). At this time, the CPU 101 for effect control determines that the change display to be determined is a normal big hit, that is, a 15R normal big hit or a 5R normal big hit, and is not a 15R positive variation big hit, a 5R positive variation big hit, or a sudden positive random change big hit. Determination is made (S1057). As a result of this determination, if the change display of the determination target is a 15R normal big hit or a 5R normal big hit (Y in S1057), the production control CPU 101 displays the current total pending storage number −1 (the decision target in the production flag table). The background change effect flag of the second special mode corresponding to the previous change order) is set (S1058). After the process, the effect control CPU 101 displays a new hold display in a normal manner (S1060), and ends the winning determination process.

  On the other hand, when the change display to be determined is not normally big hit, that is, when it is off, 15R probability variation big hit, 5R probability variation big hit or sudden probability variation big hit (N in S1057), the production control CPU 101 displays the production flag table. In step S1059, the background change effect flag of the second special mode corresponding to the current total number of pending storage (change order of the pending storage to be determined) is set. After the process, the effect control CPU 101 displays a new hold display in a normal manner (S1060), and ends the winning determination process.

  The above is the specific process of the background change effect determination process (S1009, FIG. 27) of the prefetch effect determination process (FIG. 21).

  In the present embodiment, the example in which the effect control CPU 101 confirms the symbol designation command in order to confirm the winning determination result has been described, but the present invention is not necessarily limited to this method. For example, the effect control CPU 101 can confirm whether the game is out of play or big hit also by confirming the variation category command instead of the symbol designating command.

(Direction design variation start processing (S801), FIG. 29)
FIG. 29 is a flowchart showing the effect symbol variation start process (S801) in the effect control process shown in FIG. In the effect symbol variation start process, the effect control CPU 101 first reads a variation pattern command from the variation pattern command storage area (S2000).

  Next, the CPU 101 for effect control displays the display result (stop) of the effect symbol according to the variation pattern command read in S2000 and the data stored in the display result specifying command storage area (that is, the received display result specifying command). (Design) is determined (S2001). That is, when the CPU 101 for effect control executes the process of S2001, the display result of the variable display of the identification information (the stop symbol of the effect symbol) according to the variable display pattern (variation pattern) determined by the variable display pattern determining means. Display result determination means for determining () is realized. The effect control CPU 101 stores data indicating the determined effect stop symbols in the effect symbol display result storage area.

  FIG. 30 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the stop symbol of the effect symbol in the effect display device 9. In the example shown in FIG. 30, when the received display result specifying command indicates “15R normal big hit” or “5R normal big hit” (the received display result specifying command is a display result 2 specifying command or a display result 3 specifying In the case of a command), the effect control CPU 101 determines a combination of effect symbols in which the three symbols are the same even symbols as the stop symbols. When the received display result designation command indicates “15R probability variation big hit” or “5R probability variation big hit” (when the received display result designation command is a display result 4 designation command or a display result 5 designation command). The CPU 101 for effect control determines a combination of effect symbols in which the three symbols are arranged in the same odd number as the stop symbols.

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

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

  In addition, as for the effect symbols, a stop symbol reminiscent of a big hit (a combination of symbols in which the left, middle and right are all the same symbols) is called a big hit symbol. In addition, a stop symbol that recalls a loss is called a loss symbol. In addition, a symbol reminiscent of being in a high probability state (in this embodiment, an odd symbol) is also called a probability variation symbol, and a symbol reminiscent of not in a high probability state (in this embodiment, an even symbol) is not Also called probabilistic design.

  In this embodiment, the combination of three symbols with the same even number as the stop symbol is determined when the big hit is normal, and the three symbols are arranged with the same odd number as the stop symbol when the probability big hit is achieved. The combination of effect symbols is determined, but a symbol combination corresponding to the number of rounds of the jackpot gaming state to be controlled may be determined. For example, a combination in which all three symbols are aligned with “3” and a combination in which all three symbols are aligned with “7” may be determined at a predetermined ratio only when 15R probability variation big hit. That is, when “333” is derived and displayed as a stop symbol, or “777” is derived and displayed, the 15R probability variation big hit may be determined.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 executes process table selection processing according to the variation pattern or the like (S2010). The specific operation of the process table selection process will be described later. Then, the production control CPU 101 starts a process timer in the process data 1 of the selected process table (S2011).

  FIG. 31 is an explanatory diagram of a configuration example of the process table. The process table is a table in which process data referred to when the effect control CPU 101 executes control of the effect device is set. That is, the effect control CPU 101 controls effect devices (effect components) such as the effect display device 9 according to the process data set in the process table. The process table includes data in which a plurality of combinations of process timer set values, display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data are collected. In the display control execution data, each variation mode constituting the variation mode during the variable display time (variation time) of the variable display of the effect symbol is described. Specifically, data relating to the change of the display screen of the effect display device 9 is described. The process timer set value is set with a change time in the form of the change. The effect control CPU 101 refers to the process table and performs control to display the effect design in the variation mode set in the display control execution data for the time set in the process timer set value. Note that dummy data (data not specifying control) may be set as data corresponding to a production component that does not become a control target even though it corresponds to the production control process timer determination value.

  The process table shown in FIG. 31 is stored in the ROM of the effect control board 80. A process table is prepared for each variation pattern.

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

  Here, in this embodiment, the image data related to the fluctuation-corresponding display in the fluctuation-corresponding display area 180 and the hold display in the hold display area 181 is not set in the process table, but is created by the CPU 101 for effect control, It is written in a predetermined area of the VRAM. The VDP 109 superimposes the image data of a predetermined area related to the fluctuation display in the fluctuation display area 180 and the hold display in the hold display area 181 and the image data based on the display control execution data set in the process table. A signal based on this is output to the effect display device 9. In this manner, the effect control device 9 displays the background image and effect symbol in the variation of the effect symbol, and the change correspondence display and the hold display.

  In addition, the CPU 101 for effect control, according to the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound number data 1), effects device (effect display device 9 as an effect component, effect component as an effect component) Control of various lamps and speakers 27R and 27L as effect parts is executed (S2012). For example, a command is output to the VDP 109 in order to display an image according to the variation pattern on the effect display device 9. In addition, a control signal (lamp control execution data) is output to the lamp driver board 35 in order to perform on / off control of various lamps. In addition, a control signal (sound number data) is output to the audio output board 70 in order to output audio from the speakers 27R and 27L.

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

  Next, the production control CPU 101 sets a value corresponding to the variation time specified by the variation pattern command in the variation time timer (S2013). Next, the production control CPU 101 is a first start winning command set stored in the start winning command storage area (a design designation command of the storage area 1, a variation category command, and a reserved storage number addition designation command, The oldest determination result) is deleted, and the contents of the storage area after the start winning command storage area are shifted one by one (S2014). In the case where the variable display of either the first special symbol or the second special symbol is preferentially executed, the effect control CPU 101 is synchronized with the variable display of the first special symbol. When the effect symbol variation display is executed (specifically, when the first symbol variation designation command reception flag is set), the first winning determination result storage buffer stores the first one. The winning determination result is deleted, and the contents of the first winning determination result storage buffer are shifted. In addition, when the variation display of the effect symbol is executed in synchronization with the variation display of the second special symbol (specifically, when the second symbol variation designation command reception flag is set), at the time of the second winning The first winning determination result stored in the determination result storage buffer is deleted, and the contents of the second winning determination result storage buffer are shifted.

Next, the CPU 101 for effect control stores the storage contents (first special mode flag value, second special mode flag value, first special mode flag value, second special mode value) associated with each variation order in the output flag table (FIG. 24). The mode flag value) is shifted (S2015). Specifically, the stored contents associated with each of the fluctuation orders n (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8) are changed to the fluctuation order n-1 (0, 1, 2, 3, 4, Shift to the stored contents associated with each of 5, 6, 7).

  Here, in this embodiment, the pending change effect flag and the background change effect flag associated with the change order 1 are associated with the change order 0 after the stored contents are shifted. In S1003, S1004, and S1006 of the pre-reading effect determination process described above, when confirming whether or not the hold change effect flag and the background change effect flag are set, the change order corresponding to the hold memory (1- In addition to 8), it is confirmed whether the hold change effect flag and the background change effect flag are set for the change order (0) corresponding to the change display in which the start condition is satisfied. The effect control CPU 101 refers to the stored contents of the change order (0) to determine whether or not the change correspondence display is in a special mode and a special mode (see FIG. The first special mode or the second special mode) and whether the background image is a special mode and the special mode (the first special mode or the second special mode) can be confirmed.

  Then, the production control CPU 101 shifts the hold display displayed in the hold display area 181A to the change corresponding display area 180 (displays it as a change corresponding display), and holds the hold display displayed after the hold display area 180B. Are shifted one by one (S2016). That is, the object is displayed in the display area where the display flag in the display control table is set. Here, the display mode of the hold display displayed in the hold display area 181A is maintained even when the display is shifted to the fluctuation corresponding display area 180, and the hold display displayed after the hold display area 181B is shifted. Sometimes the display mode is maintained.

  Then, the effect control CPU 101 sets the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the effect symbol changing process (S802) (S2017).

(Process table selection processing (S2010), FIG. 32)
FIG. 32 is a flowchart showing process table selection processing (S2010). In the process table selection process, the effect control CPU 101 first refers to the effect flag table and confirms whether or not the first special mode flag (flag in clear sky mode) corresponding to the change order 1 or later is set ( S2040). In this embodiment, the process table selection process (S2010) is executed before the effect flag table is shifted (S2015) (see FIG. 29). Therefore, in the process table selection process, the background change effect flag after the change order 1 is checked when determining whether or not the background change effect accompanying the change display executed thereafter is executed. ing.

  If the first special mode flag corresponding to the change order 1 and later of the effect flag table is set (Y in S2040), the CPU 101 for effect control displays a process table corresponding to the change pattern and the background change effect of the first special mode. Select (S2041), and the process table selection process ends. Thereby, the background image of a production | presentation symbol will be in the mode of fine weather mode in the variable display performed.

  If the first special mode flag corresponding to the change order 1 and later in the effect flag table is not set (N in S2040), the effect control CPU 101 then executes the second corresponding to the change order 1 and later in the effect flag table. It is confirmed whether or not a special mode flag (lightning mode flag) is set (S2042). If the second special mode flag corresponding to the change order 1 and later of the effect flag table is set (Y in S2042), the CPU 101 for effect control displays a process table corresponding to the change pattern and the background change effect of the second special mode. Select (S2043), and the process table selection process ends. Thereby, the background image of a production | presentation symbol becomes a mode of a lightning strike mode in the fluctuation display performed.

  If the second special mode flag corresponding to the change order 1 and later of the effect flag table is not set (N in S2042), that is, the background change effect flag corresponding to the change order 1 and later of the effect flag table is set at all. If not, the effect control CPU 101 selects a process table corresponding to the variation pattern without accompanying the background change effect (S2045), and ends the process table selection process. In addition, when selecting a process table not accompanied by a background change effect, a process table that becomes a background image corresponding to the gaming state may be selected. For example, if a background image corresponding to each of the high probability high base state, the low probability high base state, and the low probability low base state is prepared and the background change effect is not accompanied, the current game state is selected. A background image process table may be selected.

  FIG. 33 is a flowchart showing the effect symbol variation process (S802) in the effect control process. In the effect symbol variation processing, the effect control CPU 101 subtracts 1 from the value of the process timer (S3001) and subtracts 1 from the value of the variation time timer (S3002). When the process timer times out (S3003), the process data is switched. That is, the process timer setting value set next in the process table is set in the process timer (S3004). Further, the control state for the effect device is changed based on the display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data set next (S3005).

  If the variation time timer has timed out (S3010), the effect control CPU 101 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the effect symbol variation stop process (S803) (S3011). Even if the variable time timer has not timed out, if the confirmation command reception flag indicating that the symbol confirmation designation command has been received is set, the process proceeds to S3011. Even if the variation time timer has not timed out, if the symbol confirmation designation command is received, the process shifts to control to stop variation.For example, a variation pattern command indicating a long variation time due to noise between substrates is received. Even in such a case, it is possible to end the variation of the effect symbol when the regular variation time has elapsed (when the variation of the special symbol ends).

  FIG. 34 is a flowchart showing the effect symbol variation stop process (S803) in the effect control process. In the effect symbol variation stop process, the effect control CPU 101 first checks whether or not a stop symbol display flag indicating that the stop symbol of the effect symbol is being displayed is set (S4001). If the stop symbol display flag is set, the process proceeds to S4012. In this embodiment, when a big hit symbol is displayed as a stop symbol of the effect symbol, a stop symbol display flag is set in S4011. Then, the stop symbol display flag is reset when the fanfare effect is executed (S4013). Therefore, since the stop symbol display flag is set is a stage where the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed but the fanfare effect is not yet executed, the process of displaying the stop symbol of the effect symbol in S4002 is executed. Instead, the process proceeds to S4012.

  When the stop symbol display flag is not set, the effect control CPU 101 performs control to stop and display the determined stop symbol (out of symbol, jackpot symbol) (S4002).

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 executes the determination process of S4010. When the jackpot symbol is not displayed in the process of S4002 (that is, when the loss symbol is displayed) (N in S4010), the presentation control CPU 101 proceeds to S4020.

  When the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed in the process of S4002 (Y in S4010), the effect control CPU 101 sets a stop symbol display flag (S4011) and indicates that the jackpot start designation command has been received. It is checked whether a reception flag or a sudden probability variation big hit start designation command reception flag indicating that a sudden probability variation big hit start designation command has been received is set (S4012). The jackpot start designation command is an effect control command that designates the start of a jackpot game. Also, the sudden probability variation jackpot start designation command is an effect control command that designates the control start of sudden probability variation jackpot. When the big hit start designation command reception flag or the sudden probability change big hit start designation command reception flag is set (Y in S4012), the effect control CPU 101 resets the stop symbol display flag (S4013) and responds to the fanfare effect. The selected process table is selected (S4014). If the big hit start designation command reception flag or the sudden probability change big hit start designation command reception flag is set, the effect control CPU 101 resets the set flag.

  Then, the production control CPU 101 starts the process timer by setting the process timer set value in the process timer (S4015), and the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound number data) 1. Control of the effect device (the effect display device 9 as the effect component, the various lamps as the effect component, and the speaker 27 as the effect component) is executed according to the movable member control data 1) (S4016). Thereafter, the CPU 101 for effect control updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the jackpot display process (S804) (S4017). Thereafter, the effect control CPU 101 proceeds to the process of S4040.

  If it is determined not to be a big hit (N in S4010), the effect control CPU 101 proceeds to a mode extension determination process (S4020). This mode extension determination process will be described later. Thereafter, the CPU 101 for effect control updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the variation pattern command reception waiting process (S800) (S4030). Thereafter, the effect control CPU 101 proceeds to the process of S4040.

  The effect control CPU 101 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the jackpot display process (S4017), or updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the variation pattern command reception waiting process. After that (S4030), the fluctuation corresponding display displayed in the fluctuation corresponding display area 180 of the effect display device 9 is deleted (S4040). Then, the effect control CPU 101 resets all effect flags corresponding to 0 (that is, corresponding to the change correspondence display) of the change order (total number of pending storages) in the effect flag table (S4041). Then, the effect control CPU 101 ends the effect symbol variation stop process.

(Mode extension determination process (S4020), FIG. 35)
In the present embodiment, when the hold change effect is also executed while the background change effect (continuous effect) is being executed, the background change effect being executed is continued until the variable display corresponding to the hold change effect ends. The production control CPU 101 performs a mode extension determination process. Hereinafter, the mode extension determination process will be specifically described.

  FIG. 35 is a flowchart showing a specific process of the mode extension determination process (S4020). First, the effect control CPU 101 refers to the effect flag table (FIG. 24) and checks whether or not the background change effect flag corresponding to the change order 0 (change corresponding display) is set (S4060). When the effect change effect flag is not set (N in S4060), the effect control CPU 101 ends the mode extension determination process.

  When the background change effect flag corresponding to the change order 0 of the effect flag table is set (Y in S4060), the effect control CPU 101 determines whether the hold change effect flag corresponding to the change order 1 or later is set. Is confirmed (S4061). When the on-hold change effect flag is not set (N in S4061), the effect control CPU 101 ends the mode extension determination process.

  When the pending change effect flag corresponding to the change order 1 and later of the effect flag table is set (Y in S4061), the effect control CPU 101 corresponds to the change order 0 (corresponding to the change correspondence display) the background change effect. In order to confirm the flag, first, it is confirmed whether or not the first special mode flag is set (S4062). This process means that it is confirmed whether or not the change display being executed at that time is accompanied by a background change effect.

  When the flag of the first special mode corresponding to the change order 0 in the effect flag table is set (Y in S4062), the effect control CPU 101 proceeds to the process of S4062A. Here, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the fluctuation display corresponding to the fluctuation order 1 is a big hit other than 15R, that is, a 5R normal big hit, a 5R probability big hit or a sudden probability big hit (S4062A). Specifically, with reference to the symbol designation command corresponding to the storage area 1 of the command storage area at the start winning prize, symbol 3 designation (5R normal jackpot designation), symbol 5 designation (5R probability variable jackpot designation), symbol 6 designation ( (Sudden probability change big hit designation) or any of the above (design 1 designation (outgoing designation), design 2 designation (15R normal big hit designation), design 4 designation (15R probability variation big hit designation)) Check. The symbol designation commands corresponding to the storage area 1 of the start winning command storage area are symbol 3 designation (5R normal jackpot designation), symbol 5 designation (5R probability variation jackpot designation), symbol 6 designation (sudden probability variation jackpot designation). If any one of them is satisfied (Y in S4062A), the effect control CPU 101 ends the mode extension determination process. By doing in this way, when the variable display which becomes big hits other than 15R is performed, it can avoid performing the background change effect of the 1st special mode (clear sky mode). That is, when a big hit is made in the first special mode (sunny mode), control is always made so as to be a big hit of 15R. When the player becomes a big hit at the time of the variable display accompanied by the background change effect in the first special mode (clear sky mode), the player expects to be a big hit of 15R in advance, and can improve the interest.

  When the variation display corresponding to the variation order 1 does not become a big win other than 15R (N in S4062A), the CPU 101 for effect control specifically has a symbol designation command corresponding to the storage region 1 of the start winning command storage region. When design 1 is specified (disconnected specification), design 2 is specified (15R normal jackpot specification), or design 4 is specified (15R probability variable jackpot specification), the effect control CPU 101 changes the order 1 of the effect flag table. The flag of the first special mode corresponding to is set (S4063). Thereby, the background image of the variable display performed next becomes a 1st special aspect (clear sky mode).

  On the other hand, if the flag of the first special mode corresponding to the change order 0 of the effect flag table is not set (N in S4062), that is, if the flag of the second special mode is set, for effect control The CPU 101 proceeds to the process of S4062B. Here, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the variation display corresponding to the variation order 1 is usually a big hit (S4062B). Specifically, referring to the symbol designation command corresponding to the storage area 1 of the start winning command storage area, whether it corresponds to the symbol 2 designation (15R normal jackpot designation) or the symbol 3 designation (5R normal jackpot designation), Or, it is confirmed whether it corresponds to any of the above (design 1 designation (specialization), design 4 designation (15R probability variation big hit designation), symbol 5 designation (5R probability variation big hit designation), symbol 6 designation (sudden probability variation big hit designation)). When the symbol designation command corresponding to the storage area 1 of the start winning command storage area corresponds to either symbol 2 designation (15R normal jackpot designation) or symbol 3 designation (5R normal jackpot designation) (Y in S4062B) ), The effect control CPU 101 ends the mode extension determination process. By doing so, it is possible to avoid executing the background change effect of the second special mode (lightning strike mode) when the variable display that is usually a big hit is executed. That is, when a big hit is made in the second special mode (lightning strike mode), the control is always performed so that the probability variation big hit is obtained. When the player wins a big hit at the time of the variable display accompanied by the background change effect in the second special mode (lightning strike mode), the player expects that it will be a big hit of 15R in advance, and can improve the interest.

  When the variation display corresponding to the variation order 1 does not normally become a big hit (N in S4062B), the CPU 101 for effect control has a symbol designating command corresponding to the storage region 1 in the command storage region at the time of starting winning a prize. If it is any of 4 designation (15R probability variation big hit designation), symbol 5 designation (5R probability variation big hit designation), symbol 6 designation (sudden probability variation big hit designation), that is, if it is probability variation big hit, the CPU 101 for effect control Sets the second special mode flag corresponding to the change order 1 in the effect flag table (S4064). Thereby, the background image of the variable display to be executed next becomes the second special mode (lightning strike mode).

  In this way, by executing the mode extension determination process for extending the background change effect, when the hold change effect is also executed while the background change effect is being executed, the background change effect being executed is changed to the hold change effect. This will continue until the corresponding variable display is completed. As a result, it is possible to avoid that the background change effect ends before the pending change effect is being executed, and it is possible to suppress a decrease in interest.

  In S4063 and S4064 of the mode extension determination process, the flag of the background change effect of the first special mode or the second special mode corresponding to the change order 1 is set, and the background change effect is changed to the next change order change display. Although the processing is continued, the same processing can be performed even if the background change effect flag is set in correspondence with the change order in which the flag of the hold change effect is set.

(Specific examples of hold change effects and background change effects)
Next, specific examples of the hold change effect and the background change effect of the present embodiment will be described with reference to explanatory diagrams showing specific examples of the hold change effect and the background change effect shown in FIGS. 36 and 37 show a first case where the hold change effect is executed first and the background change effect is executed later, and FIGS. 38 and 39 show that the background change effect is executed first and the hold change effect is shown later. It is a figure which shows the example of the effect image displayed on the effect display apparatus 9 in the 2nd case performed, respectively.

  First, the effect image of the first case will be described. As shown in FIG. 36A, first, it is assumed that the total number of pending storages is 3, and the variable display is executed in a state where three normal mode pending displays are displayed in the pending display area 181. In this state, it is assumed that an effective start winning to the first starting winning opening or the second starting winning opening has occurred, and the total number of pending storages becomes four. Then, in the determination at the time of starting winning, it is determined that there is a deviation (design designation command is designated as a deviation), and neither the on-hold change effect nor the background change effect is executed. It is assumed that it is determined that the hold change effect of the first special mode (“heat” character) is executed using the time determination table (FIG. 23). As a result, the CPU 101 for effect control sets the first special mode flag corresponding to the variation order (total number of pending storages) 4 in the effect flag table when the execution of the hold change effect of the first special mode is determined. To do. Accordingly, as shown in FIG. 36 (b), the fourth hold display is displayed with the "heat" character in the first special mode. Then, as shown in FIG. 36 (c), the display result of the variable display (here, the “off” symbol “285”) is derived and displayed. Then, as shown in FIG. 36D, the next variable display is started, and the hold display in the hold display area 181 is shifted. The total pending storage number decreases from 4 to 3. At this time, since the change order is raised, the flags (see FIG. 24) in the effect flag table are also raised. The fourth hold display displayed with the “heat” character in the first special mode is displayed as the third hold display.

  In this state, it is assumed that an effective start winning to the first starting winning port or the second starting winning port has occurred, and the total number of pending storage increases from 3 to 4. Then, when the start winning prize is determined to be 15R probability variation big hit (design designation command is 15R probability variation big hit designation), and the pending change effect has already been executed, the background change effect determination process (S1009) is executed and the prize is won. It is determined that the background change effect in the second special mode (lightning strike mode) is executed using the background change effect determination table (FIG. 28) in which the ratio of executing the background change effect is higher than the time determination table. Shall be. The CPU 101 for effect control sets the second special mode flag corresponding to the change order (total number of stored storages) 4 in the effect flag table when the execution of the background change effect of the second special mode is determined. Note that the hold change effect of the first special mode is already being executed, and the flag of the first special mode is set in the effect flag table, so that the hold change effect is not further executed. As a result, as shown in FIG. 36 (e), the fourth hold display is displayed in the normal mode. Then, as shown in FIG. 36 (f), the display result of the variable display (here, the symbol of “376” is derived) is derived and displayed.

  Then, the next variable display is started and the hold display in the hold display area 181 is shifted. The total pending storage number decreases from 4 to 3. Here, the flag of the background change effect of the second special mode corresponding to the change order (total number of pending storages) 3 of the updated effect flag table is set. Therefore, as shown in FIG. 36G, the effect control CPU 101 executes a background change effect in which the background image displayed on the effect display device 9 is displayed in the second special mode (lightning strike mode).

  As described above, when the hold change effect is being executed, it is determined to execute the background change effect at a higher rate than when the hold change effect is not being executed. Is increased in parallel, and the player's interest can be preferably improved. Also, in this embodiment, when a start change is made, if a hold change effect is executed targeting a change display executed before the change display corresponding to the start win, the start win is supported. The ratio of executing the background change effect with the changed display as a target is increased, so that the background change effect is continuously executed even after the hold change effect ends. Even if there is, the player's expectation can be maintained.

  Further, in this embodiment, as described above, even when the variation corresponding display in the variation corresponding display area 180 is displayed in the first special mode or the second special mode, the ratio of executing the background change effect is increased. Therefore, the player's interest can be preferably improved by both the display mode of the change correspondence display and the background change effect.

  Next, as shown in FIG. 36 (h), FIG. 37 (i), and FIG. 37 (j), the derivation display of the display result of the twice variation display accompanied by the background change effect of the second special mode (lightning strike mode). , And the hold display shift of the hold display area 181 is executed. After the derivation display of the display result of the variable display shown in FIG. 37 (j), the hold display shift of the hold display area 181 is executed as shown in FIG. 37 (k), and the hold display of the first special mode is variable. The display area 180 is shifted. As a result, the fluctuation corresponding display is displayed in the first special mode. Here, as shown in FIG. 37 (l), the variation display targeted for the on-hold change effect of the first special display (“heat” character) is the designating command as described above. In addition, the display result of the variable display becomes a deviated symbol (here, a deviated symbol of “597”).

  Next, as shown in FIG. 37 (m), the hold display corresponding to the change display that is the target of the background change effect is shifted to the change display area, and the change display is started. In the determination at the time of starting winning, the symbol designation command corresponding to this variation display is symbol 4 designation (15R probability variation big hit designation) as described above, and corresponds to the variation correspondence display (variation order = 0) of the effect flag table. This is a state in which the second special mode flag is set. Therefore, as shown in FIG. 37 (n), the change display with the background change effect and the reach effect in the second special mode (lightning strike mode) is executed, and as shown in FIG. The jackpot symbol (here “777”) is derived and displayed.

  As described above, in this embodiment, the control is performed so as to be a big hit of 15R whenever a big hit is caused by the variable display accompanied by the background change effect in the first special mode (clear sky mode). As a result, the player expects that a big hit will occur especially in the variable display accompanied by the background change effect of the first special mode, thereby improving the player's interest in the background image and improving the gaming interest. be able to. Further, in this embodiment, the control is performed so as to be surely a big hit in the case of a big hit in a variable display accompanied by a background change effect in the second special mode (lightning strike mode). As a result, the player expects that a big hit will occur especially in the variable display accompanied by the background change effect of the second special mode, thereby improving the player's interest in the background image and improving the game entertainment. be able to.

  Further, in this embodiment, since the background change effect that is a continuous effect is executed as a pre-read effect, the player can change the start condition not being satisfied by executing the background change effect. The display has a sense of expectation that a big hit will occur, and the player's expectation can be enhanced.

  Further, in this embodiment, when it is determined that the big win is made in the determination at the time of the start winning prize, the holding change effect is executed at a higher rate than in the case where it is determined to be out of play, and the 15R big hit is made in the determination at the time of the start winning prize. When it is determined that the background change effect of the first special mode is executed at a higher rate than when it is determined that it is a big hit other than 15R. That is, it is possible to suggest whether or not the big hit is generated by the display mode of the hold display, and it is possible to suggest whether or not the 15R big hit is caused by the background image. Therefore, both the display mode of the hold display and the background image Can effectively enhance the player's expectation and further enhance the interest.

  Further, in this embodiment, when it is determined that a big hit is made in the determination at the time of starting winning, the holding change effect is executed at a higher rate than in the case where it is determined to be out of play, and the probability variation big win is determined in the determination at the time of starting winning. When it is determined, the background change effect of the second special mode is executed at a higher rate than when it is determined that it is normally a big hit. That is, since it is possible to suggest whether or not the big hit is generated by the display mode of the hold display, and it is possible to suggest whether or not the big hit is likely to be caused by the background image, both the display mode of the hold display and the background image Can effectively enhance the player's expectation and further enhance the interest.

  Further, in this embodiment, when it is determined that the big win other than 15R is determined in the determination at the time of the start winning and it is determined to execute the background change effect of the first special mode, the variation display corresponding to the start winning is displayed. The background change effect of the first special mode is terminated before it is executed. Therefore, the player can expect the background change effect of the first special mode to continue as long as possible, and can further improve the interest of the background change effect.

  Further, in this embodiment, when it is determined that a normal big hit is made in the determination at the time of the start winning and it is determined to execute the background change effect of the second special mode, the variable display corresponding to the start winning is executed. The background change effect of the second special mode is terminated before the first. Therefore, the player comes to expect that the background change effect of the second special mode will continue as long as possible, and can further improve the interest of the background change effect.

  Next, the effect image of the second case will be described. As shown in FIG. 38A, first, it is assumed that the total pending storage number is 2, and that the variable display is executed in a state where two normal mode hold displays are displayed in the hold display area 181. In this state, it is assumed that the effective start winning to the first starting winning port or the second starting winning port has occurred, and the total number of pending storages becomes 3. Then, in the determination at the time of starting winning, it is determined that there is a deviation (design designation command is designated as a deviation), and neither the on-hold change effect nor the background change effect is executed. It is assumed that the background change effect in the first special mode (sunny mode) is determined to be executed using the time determination table (FIG. 23). As a result, the CPU 101 for effect control sets the first special mode flag corresponding to the change order (total number of stored storages) 3 in the effect flag table when the execution of the background change effect of the first special mode is determined. To do. Accordingly, as shown in FIG. 38 (b), the third hold display is displayed in the normal mode. Then, as shown in FIG. 38 (c), the display result of the variable display (here, “178” off symbol) is derived and displayed.

  Next, as shown in FIG. 38 (d), the next variable display is started, the hold display in the hold display area 181 is shifted, and the combined hold storage number decreases from 3 to 2. Further, the change order is raised, and the flags in the effect flag table are also raised. At this time, the background change effect flag of the first special mode flag (sunny sky mode) corresponding to the change order (total number of stored pending) 2 of the effect flag table is set due to the previous effective start winning, for effect control. The CPU 101 starts the variable display with the background image as an image in the clear sky mode.

  In this state, it is assumed that the effective start winning to the first starting winning port or the second starting winning port has occurred twice, and the total number of pending storage increases from 2 to 4. Then, the judgment at the first start winning prize is judged as a deviation (design designation command is designated as a deviation), and the judgment at the second start prize is judged as 15R normal big hit (the design designation command is designated as 15R normal big hit). Shall. At this time, in the determination at the time of the second start winning, the background change effect is already executed, so that the hold change effect determination process (S1007) is executed, and the hold change effect is executed more than the winning determination table. It is assumed that the hold change effect of the second special mode (flame effect) is determined to be executed using the hold change effect determination table (FIG. 26) in which the ratio is increased. The CPU 101 for effect control has a second special mode corresponding to the change order (total number of stored memory) 4 of the effect flag table in accordance with the determination of the hold change effect of the second special mode in the second effective start winning. Set the flag. As a result, as shown in FIG. 38 (e), the third hold display is displayed in the normal mode, and the fourth hold display is displayed in the second special mode (flame effect). Then, as shown in FIG. 38 (f), the display result of the variable display (here, “634” off symbol) is derived and displayed.

  As described above, when the background change effect is being executed, it is determined to execute the hold change effect at a higher rate than when the background change effect is not being executed. Is increased in parallel, and the player's interest can be preferably improved. Also, in this embodiment, when a start winning prize is given, if a background change effect is executed targeting a variable display executed before the variable display corresponding to the start prize, the start prize is supported. The ratio of executing the hold change effect with the changed display as a target has been increased, so that the hold change effect is continuously executed even after the change display that has been the target of the background change effect in the judgment at the start winning prize is finished. As a result, the player's expectation can be maintained even after the change display that is the target of the background change effect in the determination at the time of winning the start is completed.

  Next, as shown in FIG. 38 (g), the next variable display is started and the hold display in the hold display area 181 is shifted. At this time, the total pending storage number decreases from 4 to 3. Here, the flag of the background change effect of the first special mode corresponding to the change order (total number of stored pending) 1 of the updated effect flag table is set. Therefore, the CPU 101 for effect control executes the background change effect for displaying the background image displayed on the effect display device 9 in the first special mode (clear sky mode). Then, as shown in FIG. 38 (h), the display result of the variable display (here, the “397” off symbol) is derived and displayed.

  Next, as shown in FIG. 39 (i), the next variable display is started and the hold display in the hold display area 181 is shifted. At this time, the total pending storage number decreases from 3 to 2. Here, the first special mode flag (corresponding to the variation correspondence display) corresponding to 0 in the variation order (total number of pending storage) of the effect flag table after the update is set. Therefore, the CPU 101 for effect control executes the background change effect for displaying the background image displayed on the effect display device 9 in the first special mode (clear sky mode). Here, in the variation correspondence display area 180, a variation correspondence display corresponding to the variation display determined as the target of the background change effect at the time of starting winning is displayed. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 39 (j), the display result of the variable display (here, the “246” off symbol) is derived and displayed.

  Thereby, the variable display determined as the target of the background change effect at the time of starting winning is completed. At this time, there is no reserved memory that is the target of the background change effect. However, since the hold change effect flag (second special mode flag) corresponding to the change order 2 in the effect flag table is set at this time, the effect control CPU 101 performs the mode extension determination process (S4020 in FIG. 34, FIG. The process (S4063) which makes the background image of the variable display performed next in 35) a 1st special aspect is performed. As a result, the first special mode flag corresponding to the change order 1 in the effect flag table is set.

  Next, as shown in FIG. 39 (k), the next variable display is started and the hold display in the hold display area 181 is shifted. At this time, the total number of pending storage decreases from 2 to 1. Here, the first special mode flag (corresponding to the variation correspondence display) corresponding to 0 in the variation order (total number of pending storage) of the effect flag table after the update is set. Therefore, the CPU 101 for effect control executes the background change effect for displaying the background image displayed on the effect display device 9 in the first special mode (clear sky mode). Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 39 (l), the display result of the variable display (here, the symbol of “875” is derived) is derived and displayed.

  At this time, there is no longer any reserved memory that is the subject of the background change effect. However, since the hold change effect flag (second special mode flag) corresponding to the change order 1 of the effect flag table is set at this time, the effect control CPU 101 performs the mode extension determination process (S4020 in FIG. 34, FIG. The process (S4063) which makes the background image of the variable display performed next in 35) a 1st special aspect is performed. As a result, the first special mode flag corresponding to the change order 1 in the effect flag table is set. In the next variable display to be executed, the 15R normal big hit is obtained as described above, so the process of setting the background image as the first special mode (S4063) is executed. In the case of big hit, 5R probability change big hit or sudden probability change big hit, the process (S4063) which makes the background image of the next variation display executed as the first special mode is avoided (Y in S4062A). As a result, the background change effect is It is not executed with the next variation display, and ends with the variation display.

  Next, as shown in FIG. 39 (m), the next variable display is started and the hold display in the hold display area 181 is shifted. At this time, the total pending storage number decreases from 1 to 0. Here, the first special mode flag (corresponding to the variation correspondence display) corresponding to 0 in the variation order (total number of pending storage) of the effect flag table after the update is set. Therefore, the CPU 101 for effect control executes the background change effect for displaying the background image displayed on the effect display device 9 in the first special mode (clear sky mode). Here, the fluctuation corresponding display area 180 displays the fluctuation corresponding display of the second special mode (flame effect). In the determination at the time of starting winning, the symbol designation command corresponding to this variation display is symbol 2 designation (15R normal jackpot designation) as described above, and corresponds to the variation correspondence display (variation order = 0) of the effect flag table. The first special mode flag is set. Therefore, as shown in FIG. 39 (n), the variable display with the background change effect and the reach effect in the first special mode (clear sky mode) is executed, and as shown in FIG. A jackpot symbol (here, “222”) is derived and displayed.

  Thus, in this embodiment, when the change display related to the end of the background change effect is executed (when the background change effect flag corresponding to the change order 0 is set), the hold change effect is executed. When the hold change effect is executed, the background change effect is continued for the next variable display to be executed. This prevents only the background change effect from ending when the hold change effect is being executed, and suppresses a decrease in interest.

[2. Second Embodiment]
Next, the differences between the first embodiment and the gaming machine according to the second embodiment will be described. In the gaming machine according to the first embodiment, as described in the pre-reading effect determination process in FIG. 21, does the effect control CPU 101 execute the background change effect determination process (S1009) and execute the background change effect at the start winning prize? Whether or not is determined (S1050 in FIG. 27). On the other hand, in the gaming machine according to the second embodiment, the execution of the background change effect is determined not at the time of starting winning a prize but at the start of fluctuation of the fluctuation display. Thereby, compared with 1st Embodiment, 2nd Embodiment has a difference about the prefetch effect determination process at the time of start winning, and an effect design change start process. In the first embodiment, the execution ratio of the background change effect is changed according to the winning determination result (the contents of the symbol designation command). However, in the second embodiment, the execution ratio of the background change effect is described later. Is not directly changed by the winning determination result (design designation command). Hereinafter, with reference to FIGS. 40 to 47, the second embodiment will be described with a focus on differences from the first embodiment.

  FIG. 40 is a flowchart showing the prefetch effect determination process (S800A) of the effect control process (FIG. 19) in the second embodiment, and corresponds to the prefetch effect determination process (FIG. 21) of the first embodiment. is there. The difference from the pre-reading effect determination process of the first embodiment is that when only the pending change effect flag is set in the effect flag table (N in S1006), the effect control CPU 101 performs a process related to the determination of the background change effect. It is a point which finishes a prefetch production | presentation determination process (namely, the point which does not have the process of S1008 and S1009). In other words, when it is determined that only the hold change effect flag is set, the effect control CPU 101 displays a new hold display corresponding to a newly received command at the time of starting winning a normal mode that is not a special mode. (S1020), the pre-reading effect determination process is terminated.

  FIG. 41 is a flowchart showing the winning determination process (S1005) of the above-described prefetch effect determining process in the second embodiment, and corresponds to the winning determination process (FIG. 22) of the first embodiment. The difference from the winning determination process of the first embodiment is that the process for the background change effect is not included.

  In the winning determination process, the effect control CPU 101 first (1) determines whether or not to execute the hold change effect and (2) executes the hold change effect based on the winning determination table shown in FIG. Is determined (S1020A). This process will be specifically described below.

  First, the effect control CPU 101 confirms a symbol designation command. When the symbol designating command is C400 (H), it is determined that the winning determination result is “out of place”, so the effect control CPU 101 sets the execution ratio of the hold change effect in the first special mode to 5%, The determination process for the hold change effect is executed so that the execution ratio of the hold change effect of 2 special modes is 1% and the ratio of not executing the hold change effect is 94%.

  When the symbol designation command is C401 (H) to C405 (H), the execution ratio of the hold change effect in the first special mode is 10%, the execution ratio of the hold change effect in the second special mode is 20%, and the hold change The determination process for the pending change effect is executed so that the ratio of the effect not being executed is 70%.

  In the present embodiment, the hold change effect of the second special mode is set to be a big hit more than the hold change effect of the first special mode, and the hold change effect of the second special mode is more set. It can be said that the reliability is higher than the hold change effect of the first special mode.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not it is decided to execute the hold change effect (S1021A). If it is not decided to execute the hold change effect (N in S1021A), the effect control CPU 101 displays the new hold display in the hold display area 181 in the normal mode (S1033A), and the winning time determination process Exit.

  On the other hand, if it is decided to execute the hold change effect (Y in S1021A), the current total hold memory number (first hold memory number addition designation command or second hold memory number addition designation command is received in the effect flag table. The CPU 101 for effect control sets a flag corresponding to the effect mode (S1022A) in correspondence with the sum of the number of pending storage after the addition update based on the fact that it has been performed (S1022A). Then, the effect control CPU 101 displays the new hold display in the hold display area 181 in either the determined first special mode or the second special mode (S1033A), and ends the winning determination process. The above is the prefetching effect determination process of this embodiment.

  FIG. 43 is a flowchart showing the effect symbol variation start process (S801) of the effect control process (FIG. 19) in the second embodiment, corresponding to the effect symbol variation start process (FIG. 29) of the first embodiment. It is. The difference from the pre-reading effect determination process of the first embodiment is that a variation start determination process (S2005A) is included immediately before the process table selection process (S2010), and the contents of the process table selection process (S2010) are changed. The other points are the same as in the first embodiment. In the second embodiment, the variation start time determination process (S2005A) is added in comparison with the first embodiment. In the second embodiment, the background change effect is not the start winning prize but the variation start timing. This is because it is determined whether or not to execute and the effect mode when executing the background change effect.

  FIG. 44 is a flowchart showing the change start time determination process (S2005A) in the second embodiment. In the processing, the effect control CPU 101 first confirms whether or not the background change effect flag is set in the effect flag table (S2020). If the background change effect flag has already been set in the effect flag table (Y in S2020), the effect change CPU 101 ends the variation start determination process because the background change effect flag is not set in an overlapping manner. On the other hand, when the background change effect flag is not set in the effect flag table (N in S2020), the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the total number of pending storage before subtraction is 3 or more (S2021). Here, in this embodiment, the total pending storage number before subtraction is used as a reference, prior to the change start time determination process, the first pending storage number subtraction designation command or the second pending storage number subtraction designation command. On the basis of the reception, the subtraction process of the total pending storage number is executed, while the change start time determination process is executed at a timing when the effect flag table is not shifted (timing before execution of S2015) as shown in FIG. Because. In other words, it is because the determination about the execution of the background change effect is made with reference to the total number of pending storages before the subtraction of the total number of pending storages associated with the start of change in the effect design. This condition can be replaced with a condition that the total number of pending storage after subtraction is 2 or more. In addition, when the shift of the effect flag table (S2015) is executed before the change start time determination process is executed, the total pending storage number after subtraction (that is, the current total pending storage number) )

  Here, when the total pending storage number before subtraction is not 3 or more (N in S2021), that is, when it is less than 3, the effect control CPU 101 ends the variation start time determination process. On the other hand, when the total number of pending storage before subtraction is 3 or more (Y in S2021), the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the hold change effect flag is set in the effect flag table (S2022). If the hold change effect flag is not set in the effect flag table (N in S2022), the hold change effect flag is set in the effect flag table based on the first change start determination table (S2023). If yes (Y in S2022), based on the second variation start determination table (S2024), the effect control CPU 101 (1) determines whether or not to execute the background change effect, and (2) the background change, respectively. When performing an effect, the effect mode is determined.

  FIG. 45 is a diagram illustrating a first variation start determination table according to the second embodiment. As described above, when the pending change effect flag is not set in the effect flag table (N in S2022), the first change start determination table is used. The effect control CPU 101 sets the execution ratio of the background change effect in the first special mode to 4% and the second special mode in the second special mode regardless of the contents specified by the command at the time of starting winning such as the symbol designation command or the display result designation command. The determination process for the background change effect is executed so that the execution rate of the background change effect is 4% and the ratio of not executing the background change effect is 92%.

  FIG. 46 is a diagram illustrating a second variation start determination table according to the second embodiment. As described above, when the on-hold change effect flag is set in the effect flag table (Y in S2022), the second change start determination table is used. The effect control CPU 101 sets the execution ratio of the background change effect in the first special mode to 10% and the second special mode in the second special mode, regardless of the contents specified by the command at the time of starting winning such as the symbol designation command or the display result designation command. The determination process for the background change effect is executed so that the execution ratio of the background change effect is 10% and the ratio of not executing the background change effect is 80%.

  Thus, when the hold change effect is being executed, the second variation start time determination table is used, which is higher than the first change start time determination table used when the hold change effect is not being executed. Since it is decided to execute the background change effect at a rate, the rate at which both the hold change effect and the background change effect are executed in parallel is increased, and the player's interest can be preferably improved. It becomes possible.

  As described above, in the second embodiment, the execution of the background change effect is determined regardless of the winning determination result or the display result of the variable display to be executed. However, as described above, the execution ratio of the background change effect is changed depending on whether or not the hold change effect is executed (see FIGS. 45 and 46), and is set in the effect flag table as described below. Depending on the contents of the flag, the execution of the background change effect may be canceled. Therefore, the execution ratio of the background change effect does not change directly depending on the winning determination result, but it can be said that it is indirectly influenced.

  FIG. 47 is a flowchart showing a process table selection process (S2010) in the effect symbol variation start process (FIG. 43) of the second embodiment. The process table selection process of the second embodiment is different from the process table selection process (FIG. 32) of the first embodiment in that the processes of S2051 to S2053, S2060, and S2061 are increased. S2054 and S2062 to S2065 are the same as S2045 and S2040 to S2043 of the process table selection process (FIG. 32) of the first embodiment. The process table selection process of the second embodiment will be specifically described below.

About this process table selection process,
(1) When the background change effect in the first special mode (clear sky mode) is to be executed as a continuous effect, if the display result of the change display to start changing is a big hit other than the 15R big hit, 1 Cancel the execution of the background change effect in a special mode,
(2) When the background change effect in the second special mode (lightning strike mode) is to be executed as a continuous effect, if the display result of the change display to start changing is a big hit other than the probable big hit, 2 Cancel the execution of the background change effect in a special mode,
(3) If none of the above applies, the effect control CPU 101 controls to select a process table corresponding to the state of the change pattern and the background change effect flag in the effect flag table, as in the first embodiment. Has been. That is, it can be said that the first special mode (sunny mode) suggests a 15R jackpot, and the second special mode (lightning strike mode) suggests a promiscuous jackpot.

  The effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the display result designation command stored in the display result designation command storage area is a jackpot designation (display results 2 to 6 designation) (S2051). If the big hit is not specified (N in S2051), the process proceeds to S2062. On the other hand, if the jackpot is designated (Y in S2051), it is confirmed whether or not the 15R jackpot designation (display result 2 designation or display result 4 designation). If 15R big hit is designated (Y in S2052), the process proceeds to S2060. On the other hand, if the 15R big hit is not designated (N in S2052), it is confirmed whether or not the first special mode flag corresponding to the change order 1 and later is set in the effect flag table (S2053). If the first special mode flag corresponding to the change order 1 and later is not set in the effect flag table (N in S2053), the process proceeds to S2060.

  On the other hand, when the first special mode flag corresponding to the change order 1 or later is set in the effect flag table (Y in S2053), the first change is made even though the change display to be started is a big hit other than 15R. Since the background change effect in the special mode (clear sky mode) is about to be executed, the set first special mode flag is reset (S2054), and the variation pattern does not become the background image of the first special mode. A corresponding process table is selected (S2055), and the process table selection process is terminated. Thus, in the case of a big hit in the variation display accompanied by the background change effect of the first special mode, it is limited so as not to be a big hit other than 15R, and the variation accompanied by the background change effect of the first special mode. If the display is a big hit, the 15R big hit will be confirmed.

  In S2060, the CPU 101 for effect control confirms whether or not the display result designation command stored in the display result designation command storage area is a probable big hit designation (display results 4 to 6 designation). If the probability big hit is specified (Y in S2060), the process proceeds to S2062. On the other hand, if it is not the probability variation big hit designation (N in S2060), it is confirmed whether or not the second special mode flag corresponding to the variation order 1 and later is set in the effect flag table (S2061). If the second special mode flag corresponding to the change order 1 and later is not set in the effect flag table (N in S2061), the process proceeds to S2062.

  On the other hand, when the second special mode flag corresponding to the change order 1 or later is set in the effect flag table (Y in S2061), the second special mode is used even though the change display to be started usually results in a big hit. Since the background change effect of (lightning strike mode) is about to be executed, the set second special mode flag is reset (S2054), and a change pattern that does not become the background image of the second special mode is set. A process table is selected (S2055), and the process table selection process is terminated. As described above, in the case of a big hit in the variation display accompanied with the background change effect in the second special mode, the restriction is made so as not to become the normal big hit, and in the variation display accompanied with the background change effect in the second special mode. If it is a big hit, the probability variation big hit will be fixed.

  In S2062, the CPU 101 for effect control confirms whether or not the first special mode flag corresponding to the change order 1 and later in the effect flag table is set (S2062). When the first special mode flag corresponding to the change order 1 and later of the effect flag table is set (Y in S2062), the CPU 101 for effect control has a process table corresponding to the change pattern and the background change effect of the first special mode. Is selected (S2063), and the process table selection processing is terminated. Thereby, the background image of a production | presentation symbol becomes a 1st special mode (mode of a fine weather mode) in the variable display performed.

  When the first special mode flag corresponding to the change order 1 and later of the effect flag table is not set (N in S2062), the effect control CPU 101 uses the second special mode corresponding to the change order 1 and later of the effect flag table. It is confirmed whether the flag is set (S2064). When the second special mode flag corresponding to the change order 1 and later of the effect flag table is set (Y in S2064), the CPU 101 for effect control has a process table corresponding to the change pattern and the background change effect of the second special mode. Is selected (S2065), and the process table selection process is terminated. As a result, the background image of the effect symbol becomes the second special mode (the mode of the lightning strike mode) in the executed variable display.

  When the second special mode flag corresponding to the change order 1 and later of the effect flag table is not set (N in S2064), the effect control CPU 101 displays a process table corresponding to the change pattern that does not become the background image of the special mode. Select (S2055) and end the process table selection process.

  Thus, unlike the first embodiment, the continuous effect in the second embodiment is not a pre-read effect determined based on the command at the time of starting winning a prize, but when it is a big hit other than 15R, the first special mode The control for ending the background change effect of the second special mode is performed, and the control for ending the background change effect of the second special mode is performed in the case of a big hit. As a result, as in the case of the first embodiment, as a result, in the case of a big win in the variable display with the background change effect of the first special mode, the 15R big hit is fixed, and the change with the background change effect of the second special mode is determined. If it is a big hit on the display, the probability variation big hit will be fixed. Thereby, the player comes to expect that a big hit will be generated in the variable display accompanied by the background change effect, and it is possible to improve the player's interest in the background image and improve the game entertainment.

  Further, in the second embodiment, when it is determined that the big win is determined in the start winning prize, the hold change effect is executed at a higher rate than in the case where it is determined that it is out of place, and the display result in the determination at the start of the variation. When is a big hit, the background change effect of the first special mode is executed only when it is determined that the 15R big hit. That is, it is possible to suggest whether or not the big hit is generated by the display mode of the hold display, and it is possible to suggest whether or not the 15R big hit is caused by the background image. Therefore, both the display mode of the hold display and the background image Can effectively enhance the player's expectation and further enhance the interest.

  Further, in the second embodiment, when it is determined that the big win is determined in the start winning prize, the hold change effect is executed at a higher rate than in the case where it is determined that it is out of place, and the display result in the determination at the start of the variation. Is a big hit, the background change effect of the second special mode is executed only when it is determined to be a promising big hit. That is, since it is possible to suggest whether or not the big hit is generated by the display mode of the hold display, and it is possible to suggest whether or not the big hit is likely to be caused by the background image, both the display mode of the hold display and the background image Can effectively enhance the player's expectation and further enhance the interest.

  In the second embodiment, unlike the first embodiment, the background change effect is not a look-ahead effect, and whether or not the background change effect is executed by confirming a symbol designation command or the like at the time of starting winning, The process of determining the effect mode when executing is eliminated. Therefore, the background change effect can be realized by simpler processing, and the control burden can be reduced.

  Finally, an embodiment different from the above embodiment is illustrated.

  In the first embodiment described above, when it is determined that the background change effect is to be executed in the determination at the time of the start winning prize, the background image is displayed in a special mode from the fluctuation display (first fluctuation display after the start winning prize) to be executed next. The example of changing to the first special mode or the second special mode) has been described. However, the present invention is not limited to this. Alternatively, the background image may be changed to a special mode from the change display executed later (change display after the first winning prize). Further, the background image may be changed to a special mode from the first variation display after the start winning prize, or the background image may be changed to the special mode from the second or subsequent variation display after the start winning prize. For example, it is preferable to determine at which timing the background image is changed to the special mode based on a random number. According to this, it becomes difficult for the player to grasp the variable display that is the target of the background change effect, and the gameability can be improved.

  Further, when it is determined that the background change effect is to be executed in the determination at the time of starting winning, the background image may be changed to a special mode in the variable display executed at the time of starting winning. That is, the background image may be changed to a special mode in the middle of the variable display that was being executed at the start winning timing. According to this, the interest at the time of starting winning a prize can be improved.

  In the first embodiment, when neither the hold change effect nor the background change effect is executed in the determination at the time of starting winning (S1005 in FIG. 21), as shown in S1020 in FIG. 22 and FIG. Although an example in which only one of the hold change effect and the background change effect can be executed with the variable display corresponding to the start prize as a target has been described, the present invention is not limited thereto, and the variable display corresponding to the start prize is targeted. You may be made to be able to perform both a pending | holding change effect and a background change effect. For example, whether or not to execute the hold change effect and whether to execute the background change effect and whether or not to execute the background change effect may be determined independently. Then, with the target variable display at the start winning prize as the target, only the hold change effect or the background change effect may be executed, or both the hold change effect and the background change effect are executed. You may be allowed to do so. In other words, both the on-hold change effect and the background change effect may be executable with a common variable display as a target.

  For example, in the process corresponding to S1020 in FIG. 22, whether or not to execute the hold change effect and whether to execute the background change effect and whether to execute the background change effect are independent of each other. It is preferable to move to S1025 after the processing of S1023. According to this, there is a case where only the hold change effect is executed or only the background change effect is executed by targeting the variable display which is the determination target at the start winning prize, or the hold change effect and the background change. In some cases, both effects can be executed. Furthermore, instead of the process of S1033, it is determined whether or not it is decided to execute the hold change effect. When it is decided not to execute the hold change effect, a new hold display is displayed in the normal mode. If it is decided to execute the hold change effect, the new hold display may be displayed in the determined special mode (first special mode or second special mode).

  In the first embodiment, the example of determining whether or not to execute the background change effect with the variable display corresponding to the start winning as a target in the determination at the time of starting winning is described. Not limited to this, at the time of start winning, whether or not to execute the background change effect with the change display executed before the change display corresponding to the start winning is determined, and the mode in the case of execution are determined. Also good. According to this, it becomes difficult for the player to grasp the variable display that is the target of the background change effect, and the gameability can be improved.

  In the first embodiment, as shown in FIG. 23 and FIG. 28, even when the determination result at the time of starting winning is out of place, the first special mode (clear weather mode) and the second special mode ( The example of determining to execute the background change effect in the lightning strike mode has been described. However, when the determination result at the time of the start winning prize is out of place, the ratio of executing the background change effect is further different according to the variable category command. You may make it. For example, when the variation pattern type specified by the variation category command is super-reaching deviation (variation category 4), the background change effect is executed at a higher rate than in the case of non-reach deviation (variation category 1). Also good.

  In the first embodiment described above, when it is decided to execute the background change effect of the first special mode (clear sky mode) (Y in S1026, Y in S1052) and the determination result is a big hit other than 15R ( Y in S1027, Y in S1054), the example of ending the background change effect of the first special mode with the variation display immediately before the variation display subject to the determination has been described (S1208, S1055). You may make it complete | finish a background change effect by the change display 2 or 3 times before the change display used as the object of determination. In addition, it is determined not to execute the background change effect of the first special mode (sunny mode) and the background change effect of the first special mode (sunny mode) is executed, not only when the determination result is a big hit other than 15R. Even when the decision result is determined and the determination result is out of order, the background change effect may be ended with a variation display before the variation display that is the object of the determination at a predetermined ratio.

  In the first embodiment, when it is decided to execute the background change effect of the second special mode (lightning strike mode) (N in S1026, N in S1052) and the determination result is a normal big hit (in S1030). Y, Y in S1057), the example of ending the background change effect of the second special mode with the variation display immediately before the variation display subject to the determination has been described (S1031, S1058). You may make it complete | finish a background change effect by the change display 2 or 3 times before the change display used as object. In addition, it is decided not to perform the background change effect of the second special mode (lightning strike mode) and the determination result is usually a big hit, but to execute the background change effect of the second special mode (clear sky mode) Even when the determination result is out of the range, the background change effect may be ended with a variation display before the variation display that is the object of the determination at a predetermined rate.

  In the second embodiment, the example in which the flag corresponding to the effect mode of the background change effect is set (S2026) in the change start time determination process of FIG. According to this, the background change effect is executed for the variable display of the number of times corresponding to the total pending storage number before subtraction including the variable display related to the change start time determination process. However, the present invention is not limited to such a form, and the background change effect may be executed for a variable display that exceeds the total number of pending storage before subtraction. For example, in S2026, the first special mode flag or the second special mode flag that is not related to the total number of reserved storage is set, and the period during which the first special mode flag or the second special mode flag is set is The process table may be selected so that the background image is in the first special mode or the second special mode.

  Here, for example, the timing at which the first special mode flag is reset is (1) a big hit other than 15R (a big hit of 5R or less in the above embodiment), and (2) a 15R big hit. And (3) the timing at which the display result is derived and displayed by executing the variation display of the variation pattern with reach (normal reach or super reach). . As a result, regardless of the total number of reserved storage when the background change effect is executed, (2) 15R big hit is made until the change display immediately before the variable display that is a big hit other than 15R ends. The background change effect continues until the variable display ends or until (3) the variable display in which the display mode becomes the specific display mode (reach state) ends. As a result, for the player, if the background change effect is executed, it will have the impression that the big hit or reach will be fixed regardless of the total number of pending storage at that time. Can improve the interest of the background change effect that is executed regardless of the determination of the display result.

  Here, for example, the timing at which the second special mode flag is reset is (1) the timing before the start of the fluctuation display that is a normal big hit, and (2) the fluctuation display that is a probable big hit is executed and the display result is derived and displayed. And (3) the timing at which the variation display of the variation pattern with reach (normal reach or super reach) is executed and the display result is derived and displayed. As a result, regardless of the total number of pending storage when the background change effect is executed, (2) the fluctuation display that becomes the probable variation big hit until (1) the fluctuation display immediately before the fluctuation display that becomes the normal big hit ends. The background change effect continues until (3) or the variable display in which the display mode becomes the specific display mode (reach state) ends. As a result, for the player, if the background change effect is executed, it will have the impression that the big hit or reach will be fixed regardless of the total number of pending storage at that time. Can improve the interest of the background change effect that is executed regardless of the determination of the display result.

  Further, in the second embodiment, the background change effect of the first special mode is executed based on the fact that the predetermined number of times (for example, 10 times) of the change display accompanied with the background change effect of the first special mode (clear sky mode) is executed. You may make it complete | finish. Further, in the second embodiment, the background change effect of the second special mode is performed based on the fact that a predetermined number of times (for example, 10 times) of change display accompanied with the background change effect of the second special mode (lightning strike mode) is executed. You may make it complete | finish.

  In the second embodiment described above, as illustrated in S2005A of FIG. 43, the example of determining whether or not to execute the background change effect at the timing of starting the change display of the effect symbol has been described. As in the first embodiment, the background change effect is executed for the variable display (including the variable display corresponding to the start prize) until the change display corresponding to the start prize is executed at the timing of the start prize. You may make it determine whether to do.

  In the above embodiment, the presence / absence of execution of the pending change effect and the execution mode (first special mode (heat character mode) or second special mode (flame effect)) are suggested, and the background change effect is executed. Although the example which suggests a big hit type by presence / absence and execution mode (the 1st special mode (clear sky mode) and the 2nd special mode (lightning mode)) was explained, it is not restricted to such a form, The jackpot type may be suggested by the execution mode, and the possibility of jackpot may be suggested by the presence / absence of execution of the background change effect and the execution mode. For example, in the case of a big hit in the variable display corresponding to the hold display of the first special mode, the 15R big hit is at a higher rate than the case of the big display in the variable display corresponding to the hold display of the normal mode or the second special mode. It is good to be. In addition, when the variable display corresponding to the hold display of the second special mode is a big hit, the probability change big hit is at a higher rate than the case of the big display in the variable display corresponding to the normal mode or the hold display of the first special mode. It is good to be. On the other hand, for example, the variable display with the background change effect in the first special mode becomes a big hit at a higher rate than the variable display without the background change effect, and the variable display with the background change effect in the second special mode is It is preferable to make a big hit at a higher rate than the variable display accompanied by the background change effect of the first special mode.

  In this way, it is possible to suggest whether or not the display result of the variable display becomes the specific display result (big hit symbol) by the continuous effect (for example, the background change effect) executed along with the plurality of variable displays, When the display result of the variable display corresponding to the hold display becomes the specific display result by changing the display mode of the hold display to a special mode (for example, the first special mode or the second special mode) different from the normal mode, It may be indicated whether or not the game state is controlled to a specific game state advantageous to the player. That is, (1) It is determined whether or not a specific display result is obtained before determination by the start time determination means (before the start of variable display corresponding to the effective start winning) (change corresponding to the effective start winning at the time of effective starting winning) (2) When it is determined that a specific display result is obtained, the first specific gaming state (a big hit of 5R or less, a normal big hit) is determined (S220 to S222 in FIG. 15)) Alternatively, it is further determined which of the second specific gaming states (15R big hit, probable big hit) that is more advantageous to the player than the first specific gaming state (a determination of the big hit type (S229 in FIG. 15) is performed) In such a configuration, (2) based on the determination of whether to control to the first specific gaming state or the second specific gaming state, the holding specific information corresponding to the holding information subject to the determination The 示態 like may be performed the display mode control to a special aspect. And when performing such display mode control, you may make it perform a continuous production based on determination whether it becomes the specific display result at the time of the start winning shown by (1), A continuous effect may be executed regardless of whether or not the specific display result is obtained.

  It is good also as a structure which combined said 1st Embodiment and 2nd Embodiment. Specifically, there are cases where the background change effect is executed based on the determination result at the time of the start winning prize as in the first embodiment, and the background change is performed regardless of the determination result at the time of the start winning prize as in the second embodiment. There may also be cases where the production is performed. According to this, when the background change effect is executed, the player cannot grasp whether or not the background change effect is based on the determination result at the time of starting winning, and the interest is enhanced. it can.

  In the above-described embodiment, as illustrated in FIG. 23 and the like, an example in which the execution ratio of the hold change effect is determined regardless of the total number of hold storages has been described. Depending on the number, the execution ratio of the hold change effect may be varied. For example, the larger the total number of reserved storages, the higher the rate at which the hold change effect is executed.

  In the above embodiment, “performing a predetermined process in one case at a higher rate than the other case” includes executing the predetermined process only in one case and performing the predetermined process in the other case. Includes not performing. For example, in the above embodiment, when the background change effect is being executed in the determination at the time of starting winning, the hold change effect is executed at a higher rate than when the background change effect is not being executed. As explained above, executing the hold change effect at this “high ratio” makes it possible to execute the hold change effect only when the background change effect is being executed, and holds when the background change effect is not being executed. This includes the case where the change effect is not executed. Further, for example, in the above embodiment, in the determination at the time of starting winning, when the hold change effect is executed, the background change effect is executed at a higher rate than when the hold change effect is not executed. Although an example has been described, executing a background change effect at this “high rate” only allows a background change effect to be executed when the hold change effect is being executed, and when the hold change effect is not being executed. Includes the case where the background change effect is not executed.

  Similarly, in the above-described embodiment, an example in which the background change effect is not executed at a predetermined rate even when 15R big hit is described, but the background change effect is always executed when 15R big hit. You may make it. In the above embodiment, an example in which the background change effect is not executed at a predetermined rate even when the probability change big hit is described, but the background change effect is always executed when the probability change big hit is achieved. May be. Further, in the above embodiment, when the variable display determined as the target of the background change effect at the time of the start winning is finished, the hold display corresponding to the variable display executed subsequently is displayed in a special manner. However, the example of continuing the background change effect has been described, but when the variable display determined to be the target of the background change effect at the time of winning the start is finished, the hold display corresponding to the variable display executed afterwards is a special mode. Even when the display is not displayed, the background change effect is continued at a predetermined rate, and when the hold display corresponding to the variable display to be executed subsequently is displayed in a special manner, The background change effect may be continued at a high rate.

  Similarly to the above, in the first embodiment, when it is determined that the background change effect of the first special mode (clear sky mode) is executed in the determination at the time of starting winning, and when it is determined that the jackpot is other than 15R. Explained the example of ending the background change effect of the first special mode with the variable display executed before the variable display corresponding to the start winning prize, but not limited to this, it was determined that the big hit other than 15R In some cases, the background change effect of the first special mode may be executed in the variable display corresponding to the start winning prize, and the execution ratio is lower than when it is determined to be 15R big hit. It is good to be. Further, in the first embodiment, when it is determined that the background change effect of the second special mode (lightning strike mode) is executed in the determination at the time of starting winning, and it is determined that the normal big hit, the starting winning is concerned. Although the example of ending the background change effect of the second special mode with the variable display executed before the variable display corresponding to the above has been described, the present invention is not limited to this, and even when it is determined that the normal big hit, the start winning There is a possibility that the background change effect of the second special mode may be executed in the variable display corresponding to, and it is preferable that the execution ratio be lower than the case where it is determined that the probability change big hit.

  Similarly, in the second embodiment, the first special mode flag corresponding to after the variable display is set in the determination when starting the variable display (the first special mode (clear sky mode)). When the display result of the variable display is determined to be a big hit other than 15R, the background change effect of the first special mode associated with the variable display is not executed. Although the example has been described, the present invention is not limited thereto, and even when it is determined that the jackpot is other than 15R, the background change effect of the first special mode may be executed in the variable display, and the execution It is preferable that the ratio be lower than when it is determined that 15R is a big hit. In the second embodiment, the second special mode flag corresponding to the subsequent display of the variable display is set in the determination when starting the variable display (the background change effect of the second special mode (lightning strike mode)). However, when the display result of the variation display is determined to be a big jackpot, the background change effect of the second special mode associated with the variation display is not executed. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and even when the display result of the variable display is determined to be a normal jackpot, the background change effect in the second special mode may be executed in the variable display. It is preferable that the ratio be lower than when it is determined that the probability variation big hit.

  In the embodiment described above, the example in which the continuous effect accompanying the continuous variation display is the background change effect has been described. However, the present invention is not limited to this example. An effect design aspect change effect that changes the display pattern of the effect symbol to a specific mode (for example, a specific character or character), or (2) a specific symbol that the stop symbol of the effect symbol is not a big hit symbol over a plurality of continuous variable displays Chance eye continuous stop effect that becomes a combination of effect symbols (for example, “112”, “123”, etc. (so-called “chance eyes”)), or (3) A countdown effect in which the number of remaining fluctuation display times (eg, “3 remaining”, “2 remaining”, “1 remaining”, “0 remaining”, etc.) is displayed. (4) character object operation effect that a movable member provided on the periphery of the effect display device 9 for changing display of multiple successive (so-called "character object") operates, may be is performed.

  In the above-described embodiment, when the total number of reserved storage at the time of starting winning is 3 or more (first embodiment), or when the total number of reserved storage before subtraction at the start of variation of the effect design is 3 (first) In the second embodiment, an example in which a background change effect can be executed has been described. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the case where the total number of pending storage at the time of starting winning is 2 or more (first embodiment) What is necessary is just to be executed with a plurality of continuous fluctuation displays, such as when the total number of pending storage before subtraction at the start is 2 or more (second embodiment).

  In the above embodiment, two types of jackpot types having different advantages for the player are exemplified, ie, a combination of 5R or less jackpot and 15R jackpot, and a combination of probability variation jackpot and normal jackpot. Not limited to, for example, a combination in which the period of control to the high base state after the end of the big hit gaming state is different (for example, the big hit in which the high base state is maintained until 30 fluctuation displays are executed and the 100 fluctuation display A jackpot combination that maintains a high base state until it is executed).

  In the above embodiment, in accordance with the control of the big hit game state (for example, when the big hit symbol is determined as the stop symbol in the effect symbol variation start process (S2001), or the big hit symbol is stopped and displayed in the effect symbol variation stop process) When it is done (Y in S4010) or in the big hit end effect process (S807), the set background change effect flag may be reset. Further, in the above embodiment, with the control to the big hit game state, referring to the symbol designation command and the variation category command in the start winning command storage area, the variation display executed thereafter is all out of place. When it is determined, the set background change effect flag may be reset. By doing so, the background change effect is executed within a predetermined number of fluctuation displays after the end of the big hit gaming state, but the game is enhanced by the occurrence of the big hit gaming state. It is possible to prevent the interest of the background from being lowered and to prevent the interest of the background change effect from being lowered.

  In addition, in the above embodiment, with the control to the big hit gaming state (for example, when the big hit symbol is determined as the stop symbol in the production symbol variation start process (S2001), or the big hit symbol is changed in the production symbol variation stop process) When the stop display is made (Y in S4010) or in the jackpot end effect process (S807), the background change effect accompanying the variable display related to the jackpot game state is not executed and the start winning command storage area The background change effect flag that has been set may be reset when it is determined that all the variation displays that are executed thereafter are out of reference with reference to the symbol designation command and the variation category command. Further, in the first embodiment, when it is determined that the background change effect is not executed even though it is determined that the big win is determined at the time of starting winning, the big hit gaming state related to the big win ends. Until this is done, it may not be determined that the background change effect is executed in the determination at the time of starting winning. By doing so, the background change effect is executed in the variable display in which the display result executed after that is not executed even though the background change effect is not executed in the variable display in which the display result is a big hit. By doing so, it is possible to prevent the player's expectation for the background change effect from being impaired.

  In the above-described embodiment, the example in which the timing at which the display mode of the hold display is set to the special mode (the first special mode or the second special mode) is the timing at which the new hold display is displayed in the hold display area 181 has been described. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the timing at which the display mode of the hold display is set to the special mode may be the timing after the new hold display is displayed. For example, when it is determined to execute the hold change effect in the determination at the time of starting winning, a new hold display is displayed in a normal manner, and then the hold display is performed at a timing to shift the hold display in the hold display area 181. May be changed to a special mode. Here, when a plurality of shifts are executed, a hold display is displayed at a timing according to any one of them (for example, one of the first shift timing, the second shift timing, or the third shift timing). It is preferable to change to a special mode.

  In the above embodiment, the display order of the first special winning symbol 13 and the second special winning symbol 14 is not the relationship in which either the first special symbol or the second special symbol is displayed with priority. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the above embodiment can also be applied to the case where the variable display of any one of the special symbols is performed with priority. is there. For example, when the variable display of the second special symbol is executed with priority, when the first reserved memory number is m and the second reserved memory number is n (the total reserved memory number = m + n), the second It is assumed that an effective start winning at the start winning opening has occurred. In the determination at the time of start winning based on the effective start winning to the second start winning opening, if it is decided to execute the background change effect, the second hold after the addition update in the effect flag table of FIG. The storage contents (flag values) after the change order corresponding to the storage number (n + 1 and after) are shifted to the next change order (after n + 2), and the change corresponding to the second reserved storage number after the addition update. A background change effect flag corresponding to the order (n + 1) may be set. When the variation display of the second special symbol is executed with priority in this way, the background change effect is determined to be executed in the determination at the time of starting winning based on the effective starting winning to the first starting winning opening. In this case, in the effect flag table of FIG. 24, it is preferable to set the background change effect flag corresponding to the change order corresponding to the total pending storage number (m + n + 1) after the addition update. According to this, when the background change effect is executed with the variable display corresponding to the first reserved memory as a target, the background change effect is interrupted by the subsequent effective start winning to the second start winning opening. Can be prevented.

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

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

  In addition, the structure described in the above embodiment is not limited to pachinko gaming machines and can be applied to various types of gaming machines. For example, the configuration shown in each of the above embodiments may be applied to a sealed circulation pachinko machine. In the enclosed circulation type pachinko machine, a predetermined number (for example, 50) of game balls used in the pachinko machine are enclosed in an enclosed area (for example, in a pachinko machine), and the game area provided in the pachinko machine In order to fire game balls through the game area, collect the game balls via the collection unit (for example, each winning opening, out port, foul ball return opening), and fire the collected game balls again into the game area In the enclosed area. In addition, in such a sealed circulation pachinko machine, when there is a prize at each prize opening, points corresponding to the number of prize balls are added to the card inserted in the card unit instead of the prize balls. Processing is performed.

  The present invention is preferably applied to a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine in which a player can play a predetermined game.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Pachinko machine 8a 1st special symbol display device 8b 2nd special symbol display device 9 Production display device 13 1st starting winning port 14 2nd starting winning port 18c Total holding memory display part 20 Special variable winning ball device 31 Game control board (Main board)
56 CPU
560 Game control microcomputer 80 Production control board 100 Production control microcomputer 101 Production control CPU
109 VDP

Claims (1)

The starting area provided in the game area, based on the game media passes, performs a variable display of the identification information, when the predetermined specific display result display result is derived, advantageously for the player met A gaming machine that controls one of a plurality of advantageous states having different advantages,
On-hold storage capable of storing information for determining whether or not to use the specific display result for variable display of the identification information that has not yet started even though the game medium has passed through the start-up area as on-hold information Means,
Hold display means for displaying hold specific information corresponding to each hold information stored in the hold storage means;
Starting time determining means for determining whether or not the display result is the specific display result based on the hold information when starting variable display of the identification information;
Variable display execution means for executing variable display of the identification information based on the determination result of the start time determination means;
Before-start determination means for determining whether or not the specific display result is obtained before determination by the start-time determination means;
Based on the determination by the pre-start determination means, it is determined whether or not the display mode of the hold specific information corresponding to the hold information that is the target of the determination is to be a special mode, and the hold is based on the determination result Display mode control means capable of setting the display mode of the specific information as the special mode;
Determining whether or not to execute a continuous effect accompanying a variable display of the identification information multiple times in succession, and comprising a continuous effect execution means capable of executing the continuous effect based on the determination result,
The continuous production execution means includes
When the display mode of the hold specific information is displayed in the special mode when the determination in the pre-start determination unit is executed, the display mode of the hold specific information is not displayed in the special mode Perform the continuous production at a higher rate,
The continuous effect according to the determination can be executed during the variable display period of the identification information that is executed when the determination in the pre-start determination unit is executed, and is a subject of advance notice of the continuous effect. When deriving the specific display result by variable display of the identification information, based on the type of advantageous state to be controlled, the continuous production is performed before the variable information is displayed in advance. Can be terminated,
The display mode control means can determine that the display mode of the hold specific information is the special mode when the number of the hold information stored in the hold storage means is less than a predetermined number,
The gaming machine characterized in that the continuous production execution means does not decide to execute the continuous production when the number of pieces of hold information stored in the hold storage means is less than the predetermined number.