JP6605886B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine that performs a game.

  For example, in Patent Document 1, based on the determination result of the prefetch determination, the display mode of the effect that is being executed (in Patent Document 1, the variation display of the effect symbol) is the first display mode (the variation mode in Patent Document 1). To a second display mode (in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2004-268831), a game machine that executes a change effect (in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2004-260260, a freeze effect as an effect by a hold-read function) is disclosed. .

JP2013-56120A

  By the way, in a general gaming machine, a notification with a predetermined error display is given by the effect execution means based on the fact that an error condition due to a predetermined abnormality detection is established, and the predetermined error is indicated based on the fact that the error release condition is satisfied. The display is erased. In such a gaming machine, when the change effect disclosed in Patent Document 1 is executed, the display mode of the predetermined error display is also changed to the second display mode by the change effect. In such a case, for example, it may be mistaken that the error cancellation condition is not satisfied even though the error cancellation condition is satisfied during the execution of the change effect, and the interest of the game may be reduced. .

  An object of this invention is to reduce the possibility that the interest of the game will be reduced.

(A) A gaming machine that executes variable display of special identification information and controls it to a specific state advantageous to the player,
A variable display effect execution means capable of executing a variable display effect of the identification information for effect corresponding to the variable display of the special identification information and a variable display effect of the reduced identification information having lower visibility than the identification information for the effect;
Production execution means capable of performing production,
Prefetch determination means capable of performing prefetch determination on a variable display that has not yet started;
Based on the determination result of the prefetch determination, the display mode of the presentation executed by the presentation execution unit is changed from the operating first display mode to the second display mode in which the first display mode is stopped. Change effect execution means for executing the change effect;
An abnormality detection means capable of detecting a plurality of types of abnormality in the gaming machine,
The production execution means can display an abnormality display capable of specifying the type of abnormality based on the fact that the abnormality detection means has detected an abnormality.
A change effect restriction means for restricting execution of the change effect when the abnormality display is displayed;
As the abnormality display, a first abnormality display capable of specifying a first type of abnormality among the plurality of types of abnormality and a second type of abnormality different from the first type among the plurality of types of abnormality can be specified. And a second abnormality display that is lower in visibility than the first abnormality display,
The change effect execution means can execute the change effect without changing the display mode of the second abnormality display when the second abnormality display is displayed.
When the first abnormality display is displayed, the execution of the change effect is restricted by the change effect restriction means,
The variable display effect of the effect identification information is visible when the second abnormal display is displayed, while the variable display effect of the effect identification information is displayed when the first abnormal display is displayed. Is difficult to see,
Regardless of whether the first abnormality display is displayed or the second abnormality display is displayed, a variable display effect of the reduced identification information is executed in a common effect mode.
It is characterized by that.
(1) A gaming machine (for example, a pachinko gaming machine or the like) that executes variable display (for example, a special game) and controls it to a specific state (for example, a big hit gaming state) that is advantageous to the player,
Effect execution means (for example, an effect control board 12 that executes various effects) capable of executing effects (for example, effects on the image display device 5);
Prefetch determination means (for example, CPU 103 for performing prefetch determination) capable of performing prefetch determination on a variable display that has not yet been started;
Based on the determination result of the pre-reading determination, the display mode of the presentation executed by the presentation execution unit (for example, the display mode that can be actually visually recognized by the image display device 5) is changed from the first display mode in operation. Change effect execution means for executing a change effect (for example, freeze effect or the like) for changing to the second display mode in which the first display mode is stopped (for example, an effect control board for performing processing for restricting the execution of the freeze effect) 12)
An abnormality detecting means for detecting an abnormality in the gaming machine (for example, modified example 4),
The effect executed by the effect execution means includes an abnormality display (for example, display of an abnormality notification image) for displaying the abnormality detected by the abnormality detection means.
A change effect limiting means for limiting the execution of the change effect when the abnormal display is being executed (for example, Modification 4);
It is characterized by that.

  According to this configuration, it is possible to reduce the possibility that the interest of the game is reduced.

(2) A gaming machine (for example, a pachinko gaming machine or the like) that executes variable display (for example, a special game or the like) and controls it to a specific state (for example, a big hit gaming state) that is advantageous to the player,
Effect execution means (for example, an effect control board 12 that executes various effects) capable of executing effects (for example, effects on the image display device 5);
Prefetch determination means (for example, CPU 103 for performing prefetch determination) capable of performing prefetch determination on a variable display that has not yet been started;
Based on the determination result of the prefetch determination, a display mode (for example, an image display) of an effect executed by the effect executing means during execution of the variable display executed before the variable display of the determination target of the prefetch determination A change effect (for example, a freeze effect or the like) is executed to change the display mode that can be visually recognized by the device 5 from the operating first display mode to the second display mode in which the first display mode is stopped. Change effect execution means (for example, an effect control board 12 that performs processing for restricting the execution of the freeze effect),
The effect executed by the effect executing means includes an expectation level indication (for example, notice effects B and C, etc.) that suggests an expectation level that a predetermined condition is satisfied by a variable display that is executed when the effect is executed. Included,
A change effect limiting means (for example, FIG. 36) for limiting the execution of the change effect when the expectation suggestion display is being executed;
It is characterized by that.

  According to this configuration, it is possible to reduce the possibility that the interest of the game is reduced.

(3) In the above gaming machine (1) or (2),
The change effect execution means does not execute the change effect when the execution of the change effect is restricted (for example, prohibits the execution of the freeze effect during the execution of the notice effects B and C).
You may do it.

  According to this configuration, it is possible to reduce the possibility that the interest of the game is reduced.

(4) In any of the above gaming machines (1) to (3),
When the execution of the change effect is restricted, the change effect executing means changes the display mode of the effect executed by the effect execution means from the first display mode to the third display mode different from the second display mode. Executing a change effect (for example, a change effect in a special mode) to be changed to a display mode (for example, Modification 1),
You may do it.

  According to this configuration, it is possible to reduce the possibility that the interest of the game is reduced.

(5) In any of the above gaming machines (1) to (4),
When the execution of the change effect is restricted, the change effect execution means has the same display mode as the second display mode other than the expectation suggestion display in the effect executed by the effect execution means. A change effect to change to the display mode is executed (for example, FIG. 40B),
You may do it.

  According to this configuration, it is possible to reduce the possibility of misrecognizing the target of the expectation suggestion display, while not reducing the execution frequency of the change effect, and to reduce the possibility that the interest of the game will be reduced. it can.

(6) In any of the above gaming machines (1) to (5),
When the execution of the change effect is not restricted, the change effect execution means executes the change effect at a timing within a predetermined time until the expectation suggestion display ends. Sometimes, the change effect is executed after the expectation suggestion display ends (for example, FIG. 46, FIG. 47, etc.)
You may do it.

  According to this configuration, it is possible to reduce the possibility of misrecognizing the target of the expectation suggestion display, while not reducing the execution frequency of the change effect, and to reduce the possibility that the interest of the game will be reduced. it can.

(7) A gaming machine (for example, a pachinko gaming machine or the like) that executes variable display (for example, a special game or the like) and controls to a specific state (for example, a big hit gaming state) that is advantageous to the player,
Effect execution means (for example, an effect control board 12 that executes various effects) capable of executing effects (for example, effects on the image display device 5);
Prefetch determination means (for example, CPU 103 for performing prefetch determination) capable of performing prefetch determination on a variable display that has not yet been started;
Based on the determination result of the pre-reading determination, a display mode of an effect (for example, a display mode that can be actually visually recognized by the image display device 5) being executed by the effect executing unit during execution of variable display is a first display mode. Change effect execution means (for example, an effect control board 12 that performs processing for restricting the execution of the freeze effect) that executes a change effect (for example, a freeze effect) to be changed to the second display mode,
A variable approach device (for example, a normal variable winning ball device 6B (electric chew 6B)) that can be changed to an easy-to-enter state in which game media can easily enter;
The effects executed by the effect execution means include a predetermined effect (for example, a normal-frame-linked effect, etc.) for performing a display (for example, a display of “◯”) indicating the easy entry state,
A change effect restricting means (for example, FIG. 38) that restricts execution of the change effect when the predetermined effect is being executed;
It is characterized by that.

  If the display mode of the predetermined effect being executed by the change effect is also changed, the predetermined effect may be misidentified by the player (for example, the predetermined effect is stopped and displayed by the change effect so that the easy entry state suggested by the predetermined effect is , There is a risk of causing misunderstanding of a player due to timing deviation from the actual easy entry state. For this reason, the interest of a game may fall. According to the said structure, the possibility of such misidentification can be reduced and possibility that the interest of a game will fall can be reduced.

(8) A game machine (for example, a pachinko game machine, etc.) that executes variable display (for example, a special game) and controls it to a specific state (for example, a big hit game state) advantageous to the player,
Effect execution means (for example, an effect control board 12 that executes various effects) capable of executing effects (for example, effects on the image display device 5);
Prefetch determination means (for example, CPU 103 for performing prefetch determination) capable of performing prefetch determination on a variable display that has not yet been started;
Based on the determination result of the prefetch determination, a display mode (for example, an image display) of an effect executed by the effect executing means during execution of the variable display executed before the variable display of the determination target of the prefetch determination Change effect execution means (for example, freeze effect execution) for executing a change effect (for example, freeze effect or the like) for changing the display mode or the like actually visible on the device 5 from the first display mode to the second display mode. Production control board 12 that performs processing for
The effect executed by the effect executing means includes an expectation level indication (for example, notice effects B and C, etc.) that suggests an expectation level that a predetermined condition is satisfied by a variable display that is executed when the effect is executed. Included,
A change effect limiting means (for example, FIG. 36) for limiting the execution of the change effect when the expectation suggestion display is being executed;
It is characterized by that.

  According to this configuration, it is possible to reduce the possibility that the interest of the game is reduced.

It is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine in one embodiment of the present invention. It is a block diagram which shows the example of the various control boards etc. which were mounted in the pachinko game machine of FIG. It is a figure which shows an example of the main effect control commands transmitted and set by special symbol process processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a start winning determination process. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a special figure holding | maintenance memory | storage part. It is the flowchart etc. which show an example of a random value determination process at the time of winning. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol normal process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a special figure display result determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a jackpot classification determination table. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a fluctuation pattern setting process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a fluctuation pattern. It is a figure which shows the structural example of the variation pattern determination table for big hits. It is a figure which shows the structural example of the variation pattern determination table for loss. It is a figure which shows an example of the main effect control commands transmitted and set by normal symbol process processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a normal symbol process process. It is explanatory drawing explaining an example of the processing content performed in command analysis processing. It is explanatory drawing explaining an example of the processing content performed in command analysis processing. It is a figure which shows the structural example of the command buffer at the time of a start winning prize. It is a flowchart which shows an example of production control process processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a process related to an ordinary map production. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a common figure linkage production | presentation setting process. It is a figure which shows the example of execution decision of a usual figure interlocking production. It is a figure which shows the example of replacement determination of the display result of a usual figure interlocking production. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a freeze production process. It is a figure which shows the execution decision example of a freeze production. It is a figure which shows the example of determination of the execution pattern of a freeze production. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a variable display start setting process. It is a figure which shows the execution decision example of a notice effect. It is a figure which shows the example determination type of notification effect. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a variable display process. It is a figure which shows an example of an effect screen. It is a figure which shows an example of an effect screen. It is a figure which shows an example of an effect screen. It is a figure which shows an example of an effect screen. It is a figure which shows the relationship between a notice effect and a freeze effect. It is a figure explaining a usual figure interlocking production. It is a figure which shows the relationship between a usual figure interlocking production and a freeze production. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a freeze production process. It is a figure which shows an example of an effect screen. It is a figure which shows the relationship between the usual figure interlocking production, the electric-chu lamp, and the freeze production. It is a figure which shows an example of an effect screen etc. It is a figure which shows an example of abnormality alert | report. It is a figure which shows the relationship between abnormality alert | report and freeze production. It is a figure which shows an example of abnormality alert | report. It is a figure for demonstrating delaying the execution timing of a freeze production. It is a figure for demonstrating delaying the execution timing of a freeze production.

  Hereinafter, an embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings.

(Configuration of pachinko machine 1)
FIG. 1 is a front view of a pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment and shows an arrangement layout of main members. The pachinko gaming machine (gaming machine) 1 is roughly composed of a gaming board (gauge board) 2 constituting a gaming board surface and a gaming machine frame (base frame) 3 for supporting and fixing the gaming board 2. The game board 2 is formed with a substantially circular game area surrounded by guide rails. In this game area, a game ball as a game medium is launched from a predetermined hitting ball launching device and driven.

  A first special symbol display device 4A and a second special symbol display device 4B are provided at predetermined positions of the game board 2 (in the example shown in FIG. 1, on the right side of the game area). Each of the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B is composed of, for example, 7-segment or dot matrix LEDs (light emitting diodes) and the like, and is identified as a special symbol game as an example of a variable display game. A special symbol (also referred to as “special drawing”), which is a plurality of types of special identification information that can be displayed, is variably displayed (variable display) (that is, variable display of the special drawing is executed).

  For example, each of the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B variably displays a plurality of types of special symbols composed of numbers indicating "0" to "9", symbols indicating "-", and the like. To do. Then, at the end of the variable display, the fixed special symbol (such as “big hit” or “losing” symbol) is stopped and displayed as the variable display result, so that the variable display result is derived and displayed (also simply referred to as derivation).

  The variable display results derived and displayed in the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B and the special symbols that are variably displayed include numbers indicating "0" to "9", symbols indicating "-", and the like. It is not limited to what consists of. For example, a plurality of types of lighting patterns in which the combination of the LED to be turned on and the LED to be turned off in the 7-segment LED may be set in advance as a plurality of types of special symbols. The lighting pattern during variable display may include a pattern in which all LEDs are turned off as appropriate.

  In the following, the special symbol variably displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A is also referred to as "first special symbol", and the special symbol variably displayed on the second special symbol display device 4B is "second special symbol". Also called. Further, the special figure game of the first special figure is referred to as “first special figure game”, and the special figure game of the second special figure is also referred to as “second special figure game”.

  An image display device 5 is provided near the center of the game area on the game board 2. The image display device 5 is composed of, for example, an LCD (liquid crystal display device) or the like, and forms a display area for displaying various effect images.

  On the screen of the image display device 5, identification information different from the special symbol is displayed in a decorative symbol display area serving as a plurality of variable display units such as three corresponding to the first special game or the second special game. A decorative design that is (a plurality of types of decorative identification information that can identify each) is variably displayed.

  As an example, “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R are arranged on the screen of the image display device 5 (note that these display areas are variable display areas). You can move on the screen as you progress.) Then, in response to the start of either the first special game or the second special game, the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, In 5R, the decorative pattern variation (variable display) (for example, vertical scroll display or update display) is started. Thereafter, when the variable display result (determined special symbol) in the special symbol game is derived and displayed, the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in the image display device 5 are displayed. Thus, a fixed decorative symbol (final stop symbol) (such as a “big hit” symbol or a “losing symbol” symbol) that is a decorative symbol variable display result (decorative symbol variable display display result) is stopped and displayed.

  Thus, on the screen of the image display device 5, each is identified in synchronization with the first special symbol game in the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol game in the second special symbol display device 4B. A variable display of a plurality of possible decorative symbols is performed, and a variable display result (definite decorative symbol) is derived and displayed at the end of the variable display.

  In addition, for example, to display and display various display symbols such as special symbols and decorative symbols, variable display is possible by displaying identification information such as decorative symbols as a stop display (also referred to as a complete stop display, a complete stop, a final stop display, or a final stop). Is terminated (until the stop display is variable display).

  On the screen of the image display device 5, a display area 5H is arranged. In the display area 5H, a display that allows the number of special figure games pending execution to be specified is performed. The special figure game whose execution has been suspended is a special figure game that has not yet been started, and is stored as a reserved memory. In this embodiment, by storing information for executing the special figure game (such as hold data described later), the special figure game corresponding to the information is stored as the hold memory. For this reason, the number of reserved special figure games is also called the number of special figure reserved storage. In addition, the display that can specify the number of reserved special games displayed in the display area 5H is also referred to as a stored storage display.

  In order to hold the special figure game, for example, a game ball enters (for example, passes through) a first start winning opening formed by the normal winning ball apparatus 6A or a second starting winning opening formed by the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B. This is generated based on the starting prize (the starting prize at the first starting prize opening is referred to as the first starting prize and the starting prize at the second starting prize opening is sometimes referred to as the second starting prize). That is, the start condition (also referred to as “execution condition”) for executing the special figure game (variable display game) has been established, but the special figure game based on the previously established start condition is being executed and the pachinko game When the start condition for allowing the start of the special figure game is not satisfied because the machine 1 is controlled to the big hit gaming state, the special figure game corresponding to the established start condition is held.

  For example, when the start condition (first start condition) of the first special figure game is established due to the occurrence of the first start prize, the first special figure game for starting the first special figure game based on the establishment of the first start condition is established. If the 1 start condition is not satisfied, the first special figure holding memory number is incremented by 1 and the execution of the first special figure game is put on hold. In addition, when the start condition (second start condition) of the second special figure game is established due to the occurrence of the second start prize, the second special figure game for starting the second special figure game based on the establishment of the second start condition is established. If the 2 start condition is not satisfied, the second special figure holding memory number is incremented by 1 (incremented), and the execution of the second special figure game is put on hold.

  When the execution of the first special figure game is started, the first special figure hold memory number is decremented by 1 (decrement), and when the second special figure game is started, the second special figure hold memory number is 1. Subtracted (decremented).

  The variable special display reserved memory number obtained by adding the first special figure reserved memory number and the second special figure reserved memory number is also referred to as a total reserved memory number. When simply referring to the “number of special figure hold memory”, it usually refers to a concept including any of the first special figure hold memory number, the second special figure hold memory number, and the total hold memory number. It may refer to a concept that includes the first special figure reserved memory number and the second special figure reserved memory number but excludes the total reserved memory number).

  In this embodiment, the above-mentioned hold storage display is displayed as many images (in this embodiment, such as circles, and hereinafter also referred to as a hold display image) as the reserved special game. Do by. One hold display image corresponds to one special figure game that is being held, and indicates the special figure game that is being held.

  A hold display image (also referred to as a first hold display image) corresponding to the first special figure game is displayed in a region 5Ha on the left side of the display area 5H. A plurality of display positions of the first hold display image are set in the area 5Ha, and the first hold display image is displayed right-justified in order from the rightmost display position.

  A hold display image (also referred to as a second hold display image) corresponding to the second special figure game is displayed left-justified in the right area 5Hb of the display area 5H. In the area 5Hb, a plurality of display positions of the second reserved display image are set, and the second reserved display image is displayed in left-justified order from the leftmost display position.

  When the first special figure game is executed, the rightmost first hold display image is erased from the area 5a. At this time, if there is another first hold display image, each of the other first hold display images is shifted to the display position on the right. When the second special figure game is executed, the leftmost second reserved display image is erased from the area 5b. At this time, if there is another second reserved display image, each of the other second reserved display images is shifted to the display position on the left side.

  You may make it provide the indicator which displays the number of special figure holding | maintenance memory with the display area 5H instead of the display area 5H. In the example shown in FIG. 1, the first hold indicator 25A for displaying the special figure hold memory number in an identifiable manner on the upper part of the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B together with the display area 5H. And a second hold indicator 25B. The first hold indicator 25A displays the first special figure hold memory number so that it can be specified. The second hold indicator 25B displays the second special figure hold memory number so that it can be specified. Each of the first hold indicator 25A and the second hold indicator 25B has a number (for example, 4) corresponding to an upper limit value (for example, “4”) in each of the first special figure hold memory number and the second special figure hold memory number, for example. LED). Here, the first special figure reserved memory number and the second special figure reserved memory number are displayed according to the number of lighted LEDs.

  Below the image display device 5, an ordinary winning ball device 6A and an ordinary variable winning ball device 6B are provided.

  The normal winning ball device 6A forms a first starting winning opening as a starting area (first starting area) that is always kept in a constant open state by a predetermined ball receiving member, for example.

  The normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B is an electric tulip type hand having a pair of movable wing pieces that are changed between a closed state in a vertical position and an open state in a tilted position by a solenoid 81 (see FIG. 2) for a normal electric accessory. The object (ordinary electric accessory) is provided, and the second start winning opening is formed. Hereinafter, the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B is also simply referred to as an electric chew 6B.

  In the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B, for example, when the solenoid 81 for a normal electric accessory is in an off state, the movable blade piece is in a vertical position, so that the tip of the movable blade piece is close to the normal winning ball apparatus 6A. Then, the game ball enters the closed state in which the game ball does not enter the second start winning opening (also referred to as the second starting winning opening being closed). On the other hand, the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B is an opening that allows the game ball to enter the second start winning opening when the movable wing piece is in the tilting position when the solenoid 81 for the normal electric accessory is in the ON state. (The second start winning opening is also said to be open).

  The normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B is normally opened when the solenoid 81 is in an off state, and the game ball is more easily opened when the solenoid 81 is on than in the normally opened state. The configuration may be in a state. The normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B only needs to be able to change between, for example, a first variable state and a second variable state in which a game ball can easily enter the second start winning opening as compared with the first variable state.

  An electric chew lamp 90 is arranged in the vicinity of the normal variable winning ball apparatus (electric chew) 6B. The electric chew lamp 90 is lit when the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B (electric chew 6B) is opened (specifically, during a regular figure period to be described later).

  A game ball that has entered the first start winning opening formed in the normal winning ball apparatus 6A is detected by, for example, the first start opening switch 22A (see FIG. 2). The game ball that has entered the second start winning opening formed in the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B is detected by, for example, the second start opening switch 22B (see FIG. 2).

  Based on the detection of the game ball by the first start port switch 22A, a predetermined number (for example, three) of game balls are paid out as prize balls (prize game media), and the first special figure holding memory number is predetermined. If it is less than the upper limit (for example, “4”), the first start condition is satisfied. Based on the detection of the game ball by the second start port switch 22B, a predetermined number (for example, three) of game balls are paid out as prize balls, and the second special figure holding memory number is less than a predetermined upper limit value. In this case, the second start condition is satisfied.

  A special variable winning ball device 7 is provided below the normal winning ball device 6A and the normal variable winning ball device 6B. The special variable winning ball apparatus 7 includes a large winning opening door that is opened and closed by a solenoid 82 (see FIG. 2) that is used for the large winning opening door. Form a big prize opening as an area.

  As an example, in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7, when the solenoid 82 for the big prize opening door is in the off state, the big winning opening door closes the big winning opening and the game ball enters the big winning opening (for example, Cannot pass). On the other hand, in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7, when the solenoid 82 for the special prize opening door is in the ON state, the special prize opening door opens the big prize opening, so that the game ball can easily enter the special prize opening. Become. In this way, the special winning opening as the specific area changes into an open state in which a game ball can easily enter and is advantageous for the player, and a closed state in which the game ball cannot enter and is disadvantageous for the player. Instead of the closed state where the game ball cannot enter the big prize opening, or in addition to the closed state, a partially opened state where the game ball is difficult to enter the big prize opening may be provided.

  The game ball that has entered the big prize opening is detected by, for example, the count switch 23 (see FIG. 2). Based on the detection of game balls by the count switch 23, a predetermined number (for example, 14) of game balls are paid out as prize balls. Thus, when a game ball enters the large winning opening that has been opened in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7, for example, when a gaming ball enters another winning opening such as the first starting winning opening or the second starting winning opening. More prize balls are paid out. Therefore, if the special prize winning ball device 7 is in the open state, the game ball can enter the special prize winning opening, which is a first state advantageous to the player. On the other hand, if the special prize winning device 7 is closed in the special variable prize winning ball device 7, it becomes impossible or difficult to obtain the winning ball by making the gaming ball enter the special prize winning port, and the game is more than the first state. The second state is disadvantageous to the person.

  A normal symbol display 20 is provided at a predetermined position of the game board 2 (on the left side of the game area in the example shown in FIG. 1). As an example, the normal symbol display 20 is composed of 7 segments, dot matrix LEDs, and the like, like the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B. An ordinary symbol (also called “ordinary figure” or “ordinary figure”) as identification information is displayed variably (variable display), and a display result is derived and displayed at the end of variable display (here, it is performed by stop display). To do. Such variable display of normal symbols is called a general game (also referred to as “normal game”).

  Above the normal symbol display 20, a universal figure holding display 25 </ b> C is provided. The general-purpose holding indicator 25C is configured to include, for example, four LEDs, and is formed in a game gate through a passage gate 41 (a game ball can be passed by a predetermined member. Is detected by the number 21.), the number of the usual pending storage as the number of effective passing spheres that have passed is displayed.

  In addition to the above-described configuration, the surface of the game board 2 is provided with a windmill for changing the flow direction and speed of the game ball and a number of obstacle nails. In addition, as a winning opening different from the first starting winning opening, the second starting winning opening, and the large winning opening, for example, a single or plural general winning openings that are always kept in a certain open state by a predetermined ball receiving member are provided. May be. In this case, a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls may be paid out as a prize ball based on the fact that a game ball that has entered one of the general prize openings is detected by a predetermined general prize ball switch. In the lowermost part of the game area, there is provided an out port through which game balls that have not entered any winning port are taken.

  Speakers 8L and 8R for reproducing and outputting sound effects and the like are provided at the left and right upper positions of the gaming machine frame 3, and a game effect lamp 9 for game effects is provided at the periphery of the game area. ing. The game effect lamp 9 includes an LED.

  At the lower right position of the gaming machine frame 3, there is provided a hitting operation handle (operation knob) operated by a player or the like to launch a game ball as a game medium toward the game area. For example, the hitting operation handle adjusts the resilience of the game ball according to the operation amount (rotation amount) by the player or the like.

  At a predetermined position of the gaming machine frame 3 below the gaming area, a game ball paid out as a prize ball or a game ball lent out by a predetermined ball lending machine is held (stored) so as to be supplied to a ball hitting device. )) Is provided. Below the gaming machine frame 3, there is provided a lower plate that holds (stores) surplus balls overflowing from the upper plate so as to be discharged to the outside of the pachinko gaming machine 1.

  Various control boards such as a main board 11, an effect control board 12, an audio control board 13, and a lamp control board 14 as shown in FIG. 2 are mounted on the pachinko gaming machine 1. The pachinko gaming machine 1 is also equipped with a relay board 15 for relaying various control signals transmitted between the main board 11 and the effect control board 12. In addition, various boards such as a payout control board, an information terminal board, a launch control board, an interface board, a touch sensor board, and a power supply board are disposed on the back of the game board or the like in the pachinko gaming machine 1. .

  The main board 11 is a main-side control board, and has a function of controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 and a function of transmitting a control signal (such as an effect control command) according to the progress of the game. Various circuits for realizing the above are installed. The main board 11 is mainly directed to a sub-side control board composed of a random number setting function used in a special figure game, a function of receiving a signal from a switch or the like disposed at a predetermined position, and an effect control board 12 and the like. It has a function of outputting and transmitting a control command (such as an effect control command described later) as an example of information as a control signal, a function of outputting various information to a hall management computer, and the like. In addition, the main board 11 performs on / off control of each LED (for example, segment LED) constituting the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B to perform the first special symbol game and the second special symbol game. A function for controlling the variable display of a predetermined display symbol, such as controlling a graphic game, or controlling a general graphic game by the normal symbol display device 20 by turning on / off / coloring the normal symbol display device 20, etc. It also has. The main board 11 also has a function of controlling the first hold indicator 25A, the second hold indicator 25B, the universal hold indicator 25C, etc., and displaying various reserved memory numbers. The main board 11 also has a function of opening the electric chew 6B (ordinary variable winning ball apparatus 6B) or opening the large winning opening.

  On the main board 11, for example, a switch circuit 110, a solenoid circuit 111, and the like are mounted in addition to a game control microcomputer 100 described later.

  The switch circuit 110 is configured to detect detection signals (passage of game media and the game switch detection) from various switches (gate switch 21, start port switch (first start port switch 22A and second start port switch 22B), count switch 23). A detection signal indicating that an entry has been detected (a switch has been turned on) is received and transmitted to the game control microcomputer 100. In addition, various switches should just have arbitrary structures which can detect the game ball | bowl as game media like what is called a sensor, for example.

  The solenoid circuit 111 receives a solenoid drive signal (for example, a signal for turning on the solenoid 81 or the solenoid 82) from the game control microcomputer 100, a solenoid 81 for a normal electric accessory, or a solenoid for a grand prize opening door. 82.

  The effect control board 12 is a sub-side control board independent of the main board 11, receives a control signal (such as an effect control command) transmitted from the main board 11 via the relay board 15, and receives the image display device. 5, various circuits for controlling the production operation by the production electrical parts such as the speakers 8 </ b> L and 8 </ b> R and the game effect lamp 9 are mounted. That is, the effect control board 12 has a function for performing a display operation in the image display device 5, an audio output operation from the speakers 8L and 8R, and a turn-on / off operation in the game effect lamp 9, that is, an electric component for the effect. A function (a function for controlling the execution of an effect based on a control signal (such as an effect control command)) to control and execute a predetermined effect operation is provided.

  The sound control board 13 is a control board for sound output control provided separately from the effect control board 12, and based on a signal (sound effect signal) from the effect control board 12, the sound (effect) is output from the speakers 8L and 8R. A processing circuit for executing sound signal processing for outputting sound (sound designated by a sound signal) is mounted.

  The lamp control board 14 is a control board for lamp output control provided separately from the effect control board 12, and based on a signal (electric decoration signal) from the effect control board 12, the game effect lamp 9 and the electric chew A lamp driver circuit that performs lighting / extinguishing driving (lighting / extinguishing according to the driving content indicated by the electrical signal) in the lamp 90 and the like is mounted.

  A control signal (control command) transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 is relayed by the relay board 15. The control command transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 via the relay board 15 is, for example, an effect control command transmitted as an electric signal (details will be described later). Each of the effect control commands has, for example, a 2-byte structure, and the first byte indicates MODE (command classification), and the second byte indicates EXT (command type). The first bit (bit 7) of the MODE data is always set to “1” and the first bit of the EXT data may be set to “0” in advance.

  A game control microcomputer 100 mounted on the main board 11 is, for example, a one-chip microcomputer, and includes a ROM (Read Only Memory) 101 for storing a game control program, fixed data, and the like, and a game control work. A RAM (Random Access Memory) 102 that provides an area, a CPU (Central Processing Unit) 103 that executes a control program by executing a game control program, and updates numerical data indicating random values independently of the CPU 103 A random number circuit 104 is provided, and an I / O (Input / Output port) 105 is provided.

  As an example, in the game control microcomputer 100, the CPU 103 executes a program read from the ROM 101, thereby realizing a process for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 (for example, the function of the main board 11 is realized). For the processing etc.). At this time, the CPU 103 reads fixed data from the ROM 101, the CPU 103 writes various fluctuation data to the RAM 102 and temporarily stores the fluctuation data, and the CPU 103 temporarily stores the various fluctuation data. The CPU 103 receives the input of various signals from outside the game control microcomputer 100 via the I / O 105, and the CPU 103 goes outside the game control microcomputer 100 via the I / O 105. A transmission operation for outputting various signals is also performed.

  It should be noted that a one-chip microcomputer serving as the game control microcomputer 100 is only required to incorporate the RAM 102 in addition to the CPU 103, and the ROM 101, the random number circuit 104, the I / O 105, and the like may be externally attached.

  In the game control microcomputer 100, for example, the random number circuit 104 or the like counts the numerical data indicating various random values used for controlling the progress of the game in an updatable manner. The random number used for controlling the progress of the game is also called a game random number. The game random number may be updated by hardware such as the random number circuit 104 or may be updated by software when the CPU 103 of the game control microcomputer 100 executes a predetermined computer program. May be. For example, numerical data indicating a predetermined random number value is stored in a random counter provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 in the game control microcomputer 100 or a random counter provided in an internal register different from the RAM 102. The random number value may be updated by updating the stored value periodically or irregularly.

  In addition to the game control program, the ROM 101 provided in the game control microcomputer 100 stores various selection data and table data used to control the progress of the game. For example, the ROM 101 stores data constituting a plurality of determination tables, determination tables, setting tables and the like prepared for the CPU 103 to perform various determinations, determinations, and settings. Further, the ROM 101 has table data constituting a plurality of command transmission tables used for the CPU 103 to transmit control signals serving as various control commands from the main board 11, and a variation pattern table storing a plurality of types of variation patterns. The table data etc. which comprise are memorize | stored.

  In the RAM 102 provided in the game control microcomputer 100, various data (including various flags, counters, timers, etc.) used for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 are temporarily stored. .

  The I / O 105 includes, for example, an input port to which various signals are input from the outside of the game control microcomputer 100 and an output port for transmitting various signals to the outside of the game control microcomputer 100. The

  The effect control board 12 includes an effect control CPU 120 that performs a control operation in accordance with a program, a ROM 121 that stores an effect control program, fixed data, and the like, a RAM 122 that provides a work area for the effect control CPU 120, and an image display device. 5, a display control unit 123 that executes processing for determining the control content of the display operation in FIG. 5, a random number circuit 124 that updates the numerical data indicating the random number value independently of the effect control CPU 120, and the I / O 125. And are installed.

  As an example, in the effect control board 12, the effect control CPU 120 executes the effect control program read from the ROM 121, thereby controlling the effect operation by the effect electric component (predetermined to the effect electric component). A process for realizing a function for executing the rendering operation) is executed. At this time, the effect control CPU 120 reads the fixed data from the ROM 121, the effect control CPU 120 writes the various data to the RAM 122 and temporarily stores the data, and the effect control CPU 120 stores the effect data in the RAM 122. Fluctuation data reading operation for reading out various fluctuation data temporarily stored, the receiving control CPU 120 for receiving input of various signals from the outside of the effect control board 12 via the I / O 125, and the effect controlling CPU 120 for I / O A transmission operation for outputting various signals to the outside of the effect control board 12 via O125 is also performed.

  The effect control CPU 120, the ROM 121, and the RAM 122 may be included in a one-chip effect control microcomputer mounted on the effect control board 12.

  On the effect control board 12, for example, the random number circuit 124 or the like counts the numerical data indicating various random values used for controlling the effect operation so as to be updatable. The random number used for controlling such a production operation is also called a production random number. The effect random number may be updated by hardware such as the random number circuit 124 like the game random number used on the main board 11, or the effect control CPU 120 executes a predetermined computer program. Thus, it may be updated by software.

  In addition to the effect control program, the ROM 121 mounted on the effect control board 12 shown in FIG. 2 stores various data tables used for controlling the effect operation. For example, the ROM 121 includes a plurality of determination tables prepared for the effect control CPU 120 to make various determinations, determinations, and settings, table data constituting the determination table, pattern data constituting various effect control patterns, and the like. It is remembered.

  The effect control pattern is a collection of data for executing various effects such as variable display of decorative designs and reach effects, and for example, a determination value such as a process timer determination value to be compared with a timer value of a process timer described later, and , Which is composed of process control data including production control execution data (display control data, audio control data, lighting data, etc.) and an end code associated with the determination value, and is configured by combining the pattern data Then, it is set as a usage pattern described later. In addition, pattern data that directly becomes an effect control pattern is also stored, and the pattern data may be set as an effect control pattern that becomes a use pattern as it is.

  The RAM 122 mounted on the effect control board 12 stores various data (including various flags, counters, timers, etc.) used for controlling the effect operation.

  The display control unit 123 mounted on the effect control board 12 is based on the control of the effect control CPU 120 (for example, based on the display control command from the effect control CPU 120), and the effect image displayed on the image display device 5 is displayed. The video signal is output, and the effect image is displayed on the image display device 5. As an example, the display control unit 123 may be equipped with a VDP (Video Display Processor), a CGROM (Character Generator ROM), a VRAM (Video RAM), or the like. The VDP may be a graphics processing unit (GPU), a graphics controller LSI (GCL), or a microprocessor for image processing, more commonly referred to as a digital signal processor (DSP). The CGROM may be, for example, a non-rewritable semiconductor memory, a rewritable semiconductor memory such as a flash memory, or a non-volatile recording medium such as a magnetic memory or an optical memory. Any configuration may be used.

  For example, the effect control CPU 120 transmits a display control command for designating an effect image to be displayed on the display screen of the image display device 5 to the display control unit 123 according to display control data included in the effect control pattern. The display control unit 123 uses the data stored in the CGROM or the like (storage unit) according to the display control command from the effect control CPU 120 to display a video signal specified by the display control command. Is output. As a result, the video signal of the effect image according to the control (control based on the effect control pattern) of the effect control CPU 120 is output, and the effect image is displayed on the image display device 5. Become.

  The I / O 125 mounted on the effect control board 12 includes, for example, an input port for capturing an effect control command transmitted from the main board 11 and the like, and an output port for transmitting various signals to the outside of the effect control board 12. It is comprised including. For example, a video signal transmitted to the image display device 5, a control signal (sound effect signal) transmitted to the audio control board 13, and a lamp control board 14 are transmitted from the output port of the I / O 125. A control signal (lighting signal) or the like is output.

  The image display device 5 includes a display panel composed of a liquid crystal panel and the like, a driver circuit that drives the display panel, and the like. The video signal supplied to the image display device 5 from the display control unit 123 via the I / O 125 based on the control of the effect control CPU 120 is input to the driver circuit. The driver circuit drives the display panel based on the input video signal, and displays an image represented by the video signal on the display panel. As a result, various effect images are displayed on the image display device 5.

  With the configuration as described above, the effect control CPU 120 controls the speakers 8L and 8R via the sound control board 13 to output sound, or the game effect lamp 9 and the electric chew lamp via the lamp control board 14. Various effects are executed by turning on / off 90 or displaying an effect image in the display area of the image display device 5 via the display control unit 123.

(Progress of games and productions etc.)
As an example of a game using a game ball, a predetermined hitting ball is emitted based on a predetermined operation (for example, a rotation operation) performed by a player on a hitting operation handle installed on the lower right side of the front surface of the housing of the pachinko gaming machine 1 A game ball as a game medium is launched toward a game area by a launch motor provided in the apparatus.

  When a game ball that has flowed down the game area passes through the passage gate 41 and is detected by the gate switch 21 (when the gate switch 21 is turned on), the normal symbol display 20 uses this detection. A general chart start condition for executing the general chart game is established. After that, based on the fact that the general symbol start condition for starting the variable symbol normal display, such as the end of the previous general symbol game, is established, the normal symbol display by the normal symbol display device 20 (normal symbol variable). Display) is started.

  In the normal game, after the start of the change of the normal symbol (variable display), when the predetermined time has elapsed, the fixed normal symbol that becomes the variable display result of the normal symbol (display result of the normal game) is stopped and displayed (derived display) ) At this time, if a specific normal symbol (a symbol per universal symbol, for example, “7”, etc.) is stopped and displayed as a fixed normal symbol, the variable symbol display result of the normal symbol is “per universal symbol”. On the other hand, if an ordinary symbol other than the symbols per ordinary symbol (ordinary symbol losing symbol such as “-”) is stopped and displayed as the fixed ordinary symbol, the variable symbol display result of the ordinary symbol becomes “ordinary symbol losing”.

  In response to the fact that the variable symbol display result of the normal symbol is “per normal symbol”, the opening control (the second start winning port is set to the position where the movable wing piece of the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B (electrical chow 6B) is tilted). When the predetermined time elapses, the closing control (returning the second start winning opening) is performed. Note that the release control may be executed a plurality of times. That is, the electric chew 6B (second starting prize opening) may be opened a plurality of times based on one “normal figure”. The period during which the electric chew is released based on the “per-normal” (the period from the first opening timing to the last closing timing when opening multiple times) may be referred to as the “per-normal” period.

  Whether or not the variable symbol display result of the normal symbol is to be “per normal symbol” as a predetermined specific display result is determined when the normal symbol game is started by the normal symbol indicator 20 or the like. Is determined (predetermined) before derivation display. The variable symbol variable display period (variable time) is also determined (predetermined) before the variable display result is derived and displayed, such as when a general game is started.

  When the game ball that has flowed down the game area enters the first starting winning opening (first starting area) formed in the normal winning ball apparatus 6A, the first starting port switch 22A detects the gaming ball (first The first start condition is satisfied by the fact that the start port switch 22A is turned on). After that, for example, based on the fact that the first start condition is satisfied due to, for example, the end of the previous special figure game or the big hit gaming state, the special figure game (first figure) using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A 1 special figure game) is started.

  Further, when the game ball enters the second start winning opening (second start area) formed in the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B, the game ball is detected by the second start opening switch 22B (second start opening switch). 22B is turned on), and so on, the second start condition is satisfied. After that, for example, based on the fact that the second start condition is satisfied due to, for example, the end of the previous special figure game or the big hit gaming state, the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B (first 2 special figure game) is started. However, when the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B is in the closed state, the game ball cannot enter the second starting winning hole (in this embodiment, the second starting winning hole is opened in the high base state). Easy to be).

  When the first special figure game is started or when the second special figure game is started, the variable symbol display result of the special symbol (the display result of the special figure game) is set as a “big hit” as a predetermined specific display result. Is determined (predetermined) before the variable display result is derived and displayed. Then, at a predetermined ratio based on the determination of the variable display result, a variation pattern (specifying the execution time of variable display of a special figure or a decorative design, a variable display pattern of a decorative design, or the like) is determined.

  After the special figure game is started based on the determination of the variable display result and the variation pattern, for example, when a predetermined variable display time corresponding to the variation pattern elapses, a definite special symbol as a variable display result is derived. Is displayed.

  When a predetermined jackpot symbol is derived and displayed as a variable symbol display result for a special symbol (when the confirmed special symbol is a jackpot symbol), the variable symbol display result is a “big jackpot” (specific display result) for the player. It is controlled to the big hit gaming state as an advantageous specific state. Whether or not the game is controlled to the big hit gaming state corresponds to whether or not the variable display result is “big hit”, and is determined (predetermined) before the variable display result is derived and displayed. When the jackpot symbol is not derived and displayed as the variable symbol display result of the special symbol and the loss symbol is derived and displayed (when the confirmed special symbol is a symbol loss), the variable display result is “lost”.

  As an example, a special symbol indicating the numbers “3” and “7” is a jackpot symbol, and a special symbol indicating the symbol “−” is a lost symbol. It should be noted that each symbol such as a jackpot symbol or a lost symbol in the special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A may be different from each symbol in the special symbol game by the second special symbol display device 4B. However, a special symbol common to both special symbol games may be a jackpot symbol or a lost symbol.

  In the big hit gaming state, the special winning opening is in an open state, and the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 is in a first state advantageous to the player. Then, during the predetermined period (for example, 29 seconds) or the period until a predetermined number (for example, nine) of game balls enter the grand prize opening and a winning ball is generated, the grand prize opening is continuously opened. A round game (also simply referred to as “round”) is executed. During periods other than the execution period of such round games, the big prize opening is closed, and it is difficult or impossible to generate a winning ball. When a game ball enters the big prize opening, a winning ball (game ball that has entered the big prize opening) is detected by the count switch 23, and a predetermined number (for example, 14) of game balls are paid out as a prize ball for each detection. It is. The round game in the big hit game state is repeatedly executed until a predetermined upper limit number of times (for example, “15 times”) is reached.

  The case where the special symbol variable display result is “big hit” includes the case where the big hit type is “non-probable change” or “probability change”. For example, as a result of variable display of a special symbol, when the big hit symbol indicating the number “3” is derived and displayed, the big hit type is “non-probable change”, and when the big hit symbol indicating the number “7” is derived and displayed, The type is “probable change”.

  The “big hit” when the big hit type is “probable change” may be called “probable big hit”, and the “big hit” when the big hit type is “non-probable change” may be called “non-probable big hit”. In addition, the big hit gaming state based on “probability big hit” may be referred to as “probability big hit gaming state”. Further, the big hit gaming state based on the “non-probable big hit game” may be referred to as “non-probable big hit game state”.

  After the big hit gaming state is ended, the probability that the variable display result is “big hit” (big hit probability) may be controlled to a probability change state where the probability is higher than the normal state.

  In addition, after the big hit gaming state is ended, the average variable display time (variable display period) may be controlled to be short when the normal state is shorter.

  The probability variation state is controlled so as to continue until the next big hit gaming state is started. In the short-time state, one of the end conditions is established first, that is, the predetermined number of times (in this embodiment, 100 times) the special game is executed and the next big hit game state is started. Until it does, it is controlled to continue. The short-time state and the probable change state are game states advantageous to the player.

  In this embodiment, the gaming state after the probability variation big hit gaming state is ended is a short time state and a probability variation state. The game state after the non-probability large hit game state is ended does not become a probable change state, but becomes a time-short state.

  In the short-time state, the normally variable winning ball device 6B is opened and closed in an advantageous change mode in which the game ball is likely to enter the second start winning opening as compared to the non-short-time state that is not in the short-time state such as the normal state. And change.

  For example, the control for reducing the normal symbol change time in the normal symbol game by the normal symbol display 20 (which is a variable variable display period, also referred to as a normal symbol change time) than in the normal state, Control that increases the probability that the variable symbol display result of a normal game (the display result of a general game) will be “per normal” in the normal game, and the variable display result is “per normal”. Control that makes the tilt control of the movable blade piece in the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B based on the control (the electric chew release time) longer than that in the normal state, the number of tilts (the electric chew release frequency) is in the normal state The normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B may be changed between the open state and the closed state in an advantageous change mode by the control that is increased more than in the case of. Note that any one of these controls may be performed, or a plurality of controls may be performed in combination.

  Like the above control, the control for changing the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B between the open state and the closed state in an advantageous change mode is called high open control (also referred to as “time-short control” or “high base control”). . By controlling in such a short time state, the time required until the next variable display result becomes “big hit” is shortened, and a special gaming state that is more advantageous to the player than the normal state is achieved.

  For example, the probability of “per normal map” is 6/100 in the non-time-short state, 90/100 in the time-short state, and the number of times the electric chew is released is once in the non-time-short state (period 5.8 seconds), and 3 times in the time-short state (the period is 1.8 seconds each), and the normal time fluctuation is 4 seconds in the non-time-short state, and in the time-short state. 1.5 seconds.

  Note that the normal state is a game state other than a specific state such as a big hit game state, a state where the time is shortened, a probability variation state, etc., which is advantageous to the player. The probability of “winning” and the probability that the variable display result in the special game is “big hit” is an initial setting state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 (for example, when a system reset is performed, a predetermined return process after power-on) Is controlled in the same manner as when (1) is not executed.

  The time-short state is also referred to as “high base state”, “high base”, etc., and the gaming state that is not the time-short state is also referred to as “low base state”, “low base”, “non-time-short state”, “non-time-short state”, and the like. The probability variation state in which probability variation control is performed is also referred to as “high probability state”, “high probability”, and the gaming state that is not the probability variation state is “low probability state”, “low probability”, “non-probability variation state”, “non-probability variation”. Is also said. The gaming state when in the probable change state and the short time state is also referred to as “high-accuracy high base state”, “high-accuracy high base”, or the like. The gaming state when it is in the probable state but not in the short-time state is also referred to as “high accuracy low base state”, “high accuracy low base” or the like. The gaming state when the state is not probabilistic but is in a short time state is also referred to as a “low probability high base state”, a “low probability high base”, or the like. The normal state is also called “low accuracy low base state”, “low accuracy low base state”, and the like.

  In the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R provided in the image display device 5, the first special symbol game and the second special symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A. Corresponding to the start of any one of the second special figure games on the display device 4B, variable display of decorative symbols (this is also a kind of effect) is started. In the first special figure game or the second special figure game, when a fixed special symbol that is a variable symbol display result (a special symbol game display result) is derived and displayed, the image is synchronized with the timing of the derivation display. In the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of the display device 5, the decorative symbol variable display ends, and a fixed decorative symbol (three decorative symbols of the three decorative symbols) is obtained. Combination) is derived and displayed (stop display).

  In the period from the start of the variable display of the decorative design to the end thereof, the variable display mode of the decorative design may become a predetermined reach mode (reach is established). Here, the reach mode refers to a decorative design (“reach variation” that is not yet stopped when the decorative design that is stopped and displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 forms a part of the jackpot combination described later. (Also referred to as “symbol”) is a display mode in which the variation continues, or a display mode in which all or part of the decorative symbols change synchronously while constituting all or part of the jackpot combination .

  Specifically, in some of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R (for example, “left” and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R) in advance. In the remaining decorative symbol display area (for example, the “medium” decorative symbol display area 5C) that has not been stopped and displayed when the decorative symbol (for example, “7”) that constitutes the determined jackpot combination is stopped and displayed. The display pattern in which the decorative symbols are fluctuating, or the decorative symbols are all or part of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. This is a display mode that changes synchronously while configuring.

  In this embodiment, the reach effect is executed in response to the reach mode during the variable display. The reach effect changes the display mode and variation mode of the decorative pattern, displays a character image (effect image imitating a person, etc.) on the screen of the image display device 5 separately from the decorative pattern, or displays a background image It is an effect of performing a different performance operation from before reaching the reach mode by changing the mode or reproducing and displaying a moving image separately from the decorative design.

  In this embodiment, normal reach, super reach A (development from normal reach), and super reach B (development from normal reach) are prepared as reach productions. In this embodiment, the expectation degree of jackpot when each reach effect is executed is higher in the order of super reach B, super reach A, and normal reach (normal reach that does not develop into super reach). The reach effect may include an effect by a sound output operation by the speakers 8L and 8R, a lighting operation by the game effect lamp 9 or the like (the same applies to other effects).

  The big hit expectation is, for example, a ratio at which the special symbol variable display result is “big hit”, and here, it is also a ratio at which the decorative symbol variable display result is “big hit”.

  In addition, as will be described in detail later, in this embodiment, whether or not the determination at the time of starting winning (the display result of the special figure game that is put on hold (also the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol)) is a big hit. And so-called prefetching determination), so-called prefetching notice is executed. The pre-reading notice is a kind of notice effect that gives a notice of the big hit expectation degree of the special figure game that is a target (target) of the prefetch determination. In this embodiment, a freeze effect is executed based on the determination result of the prefetch determination as the prefetch notice.

  The freeze effect is an effect that stops (freezes) the effect screen displayed when the freeze effect is executed (see FIG. 32 and the like). The freeze effect is continued after the start of execution (started immediately after the target start winning), until the target variable display starts or the reach of the target variable display is established (that is, the effect screen until any timing) Will continue to be stopped). In this embodiment, while the freeze effect is being executed (while the stop screen is being displayed), the variable display of the decorative symbols is executed using the small symbols. This makes it easy to understand the progress of the game. In addition, the hold display image increases (at the time of start winning), or the hold display image decreases (when the special game is executed).

  In addition, during the variable display of the decorative design, various effects other than the above effects are executed. For example, a general-purpose linked effect (FIG. 34) and a notice effect (FIG. 35) are performed.

  The usual-game linkage effect is executed in the display area 5X at the lower center of the display screen of the image display device 5, and is executed in synchronization with the execution of the usual-game game. For example, during the normal map change (during the normal map change period), “○” (circle), “×” (cross), “Heat”, “Geki” can be variably displayed (scroll). Display, update display, etc.), and at the timing of displaying the variable display result of the usual game, one of “○”, “×”, “Heat”, “Geki” is displayed as a stop result (display result) ( Derived display). Here, “◯” reports “per-map”. “X” reports “usually lost”. “Heat” and “Geki” foresee the expectation that the variable display result of the special display game or the variable display of the decorative symbol will be “big hit”.

  In addition, “◯” is displayed throughout the normal period. As will be described later, since the normal diagram linkage effect is not executed in the time-short state, “◯” is stopped and displayed only when the number of times of opening the electric chew is one. That is, the normal hit period is the opening period of the electric Chu 6B (second start winning opening). For this reason, in this embodiment, while “○” is stopped and displayed, the electric chew 6B is kept open (the electric chew lamp 90 is also lit during the open period of the electric chew 6B. )

  The notice effect is an effect of notifying the expectation degree that the display result of the special display game being executed or the variable display of the decorative symbol will be “big hit”. In this embodiment, a notice effect A for displaying “NEXT”, a notice effect B for displaying “hot”, and a notice effect C for displaying “extreme heat” are prepared (see FIG. 35).

  When the special symbol variable display result is “probable variation big hit”, a definite decorative symbol that is a predetermined jackpot combination is derived and displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 as a variable symbol display result. As an example, the same decorative symbols (for example, “7”) are stopped and displayed together on predetermined active lines in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. Thus, it is only necessary that a definite decorative symbol that is a jackpot combination is derived and displayed. In this embodiment, when “probability big hit” is reached, reach is always established in variable display of decorative symbols.

  When the special symbol variable display result is “losing”, the decorative symbol variable display mode is not the reach mode, and the decorative symbol composing a predetermined non-reach combination is stopped as the variable symbol display result. By being displayed, a definite decorative symbol that is a non-reach combination may be derived and displayed. In addition, when the special symbol variable display result is “losing”, as a decorative symbol variable display result, after the decorative symbol variable display mode becomes the reach mode, a predetermined reach combination that is not a jackpot combination (“reach loss” When the decorative symbols constituting the “combination” are stopped and displayed, a fixed decorative symbol that is a reach-losing combination may be derived and displayed.

(Main operations of pachinko machines)
Next, main operations (actions) of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in this embodiment will be described. The main operations of the pachinko gaming machine 1 include the following operations. The main board 11 controls the progress of the game. Then, the main board 11 transmits an effect control command which is a kind of control signal to the effect control board 12 in accordance with the progress of the game. The effect control board 12 performs various effects by executing effect control for controlling the image display device 5 and the like based on the effect control command transmitted from the main board 11. As a result, the game (special game or ordinary game) executed by the main board 11 and various effects executed by the effect control board 12 are synchronized. Hereinafter, the main operations of the pachinko gaming machine 1 will be described with reference to flowcharts and the like. However, in each operation (each process), a process that does not appear in the flowchart may be appropriately performed.

(Main operations of the main board 11)
In the main board 11, when power supply from a predetermined power supply board is started (including resumption after power interruption), the game control microcomputer 100 is activated, and the CPU 103 performs, for example, a predetermined game control main process. Processing is executed. In the game control main process, the CPU 103 performs necessary initial settings after setting the interrupt prohibited.

  When the CPU 103 executing the game control main process receives an interrupt request signal from the CTC supplied every predetermined period (for example, 2 milliseconds) and accepts the interrupt request, the CPU 103 sets the interrupt disabled state, for example, a game Executes control timer interrupt processing.

  In the game control timer interrupt process, the CPU 103 performs a game process in the pachinko gaming machine 1 such as a switch process, a main side error process, an information output process, a game random number update process, a special symbol process, a normal symbol process, and a command control process. A process for controlling the progress is executed. At the end of the game control timer interrupt process, the interrupt enabled state is set. As a result, the game control timer interrupt process is executed every time a timer interrupt occurs, that is, every predetermined time (2 ms) which is the supply interval of the interrupt request signal.

  The switch process is performed by determining whether a detection signal is input from various switches such as the gate switch 21, the first start port switch 22A, the second start port switch 22B, and the count switch 23 via the switch circuit 110. This is a process of determining for each switch whether or not it is turned on (that is, whether or not a game ball has entered or passed) and storing the determination result in a predetermined area of the RAM 102. The determination result stored in the predetermined area of the RAM 102 is used in special symbol process processing and normal symbol process processing described later.

  The main-side error process is a process for making an abnormality diagnosis of the pachinko gaming machine 1 and generating a warning if necessary according to the diagnosis result.

  The information output process is a process of outputting data such as jackpot information, start information, probability variation information, etc. supplied to a hall management computer installed outside the pachinko gaming machine 1, for example.

  The game random number update process is a process for updating at least a part of a plurality of types of game random numbers used on the main board 11 side by software. As an example, the game random numbers used on the main board 11 side include a random number value MR1 for determining a special figure display result (variable display result of a special symbol), a random value MR2 for determining a jackpot type, and a variation pattern determination. And the random number MR3 for use may be included.

  The random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result is a random number value used for determining whether or not the variable display result of the special symbol or the like in the special figure game is controlled as the big hit game state with “1”. Any of the values of “65535” can be taken.

  The random value MR2 for determining the big hit type is a random value used for determining the big hit type as one of “probability variation A”, “probability variation B”, or “surprising probability” when the variable display result is “big hit”. And can take any value from “1” to “100”.

  The random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern is a random value used to determine the variation pattern in the variable display of the special symbol or the decorative symbol as one of a plurality of variation patterns prepared in advance. It can take any value of “100”.

  In the special symbol process, as will be described in detail later, the value of the special symbol process flag provided in the RAM 102 is updated according to the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1, and a variable display result such as a special symbol in the special symbol game Deciding whether or not to control to the big hit gaming state as “big hit”, determining the big hit type and variation pattern, controlling the display operation in the special symbol display device 4 based on the determination result (execution of special figure game), Various processes are selected and executed in order to perform setting of opening / closing operation (execution of round game) of the big winning opening in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 in the big hit game state in a predetermined procedure. In addition, the transmission control of the effect control command is performed according to the progress of the process (the progress of the game). A special symbol process is executed every time a timer interrupt occurs, so that a variable display result and a variation pattern are determined, a special game is executed based on the determination, and a big hit gaming state is realized.

  In the normal symbol process, for example, when a game ball passes through the passing gate 41 (for example, a determination result determined that the gate switch 21 is turned on in the switch process is stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 102. If the number of holds has not reached the upper limit, the reserved game is stored (for example, a random number is extracted and stored in the RAM 102), or the reserved memory (the random value stored in the RAM 102) is used. To determine a variable display result and a variation pattern (a pattern for designating a variation time, etc.) of the normal game, and to control a display operation (for example, turning on / off the segment LED) in the normal symbol display 20 according to the variation pattern. The normal display variable display is executed and the variable display result of the general game is derived and displayed. Or performs the processing of the ordinary variable winning ball apparatus 6B in an open state when per FIG. " In addition, the transmission control of the effect control command is performed according to the progress of the process (the progress of the game). The normal symbol process is executed every time the timer interrupt is generated, so that the normal game is executed and the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B is released for a predetermined period when the normal game is hit.

  The command control process is a process of transmitting a control command from the main board 11 to a sub-side control board such as the effect control board 12. As an example, in special symbol process processing, normal symbol process processing, and the like, transmission setting of a control command (production control command or the like) (for example, storing a storage address value of a control command to be transmitted is stored in the RAM 102) is performed. In the process, a process of actually transmitting the transmission-set control command to the effect control board 12 is performed. In this transmission process, an effect control INT signal or the like is used, and a control command is transmitted.

(Direction control command set for transmission in special symbol process)
Next, an effect control command that is set to be transmitted in the special symbol process and transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 in the command control process will be described. FIG. 3 shows examples of main effect control commands. The following “(H)” indicates a hexadecimal number.

  Command 81XX (H) starts the first special figure game or the second special figure game, and changes the variable display of the decorative symbols executed in response to the special figure game to be started and the special figure game. This is an effect control command (variation pattern designation command) for designating (notifying) a pattern (specifying the execution time of variable display of special symbols and decorative symbols, and designating variable display patterns of decorative symbols). In the command “XX” (EXT data), whether the special game to be started is the first special game or the second special game, and each variation pattern (see FIG. 12, details will be described later). A corresponding numerical value is set (for example, “00” if the variation pattern PA1-1 is at the start of the first special figure game, “01” if the variation pattern PA1-1 is at the start of the second special figure game, etc.). With such a setting, a variation pattern or the like is specified in the command. The variation pattern designation command is transmitted at the start of the special figure game. Note that a command for designating the start of the first special figure game or the start of the second special figure game may be prepared separately from the variation pattern designation command. In this case, the numerical value corresponding to the variation pattern may be set to “XX” common to the first special figure game and the second special figure game.

  Command 8CXX (H) is an effect control command (display result designation command) for designating (notifying) whether or not the variable display result is “big hit” and the big hit type (that is, variable display result). In this embodiment, a display result designation command corresponding to each variable display result is set. For example, a numerical value corresponding to the display result is set to “XX” in the command (for example, “00” for “losing”, “01” for “non-probable big hit”, “02” for “probable big hit”. "Such). With this setting, the jackpot type is specified in the command. The display result designation command is transmitted at the start of the special figure game. In “XX”, a numerical value may be set according to whether the special game to be started is the first special game or the second special game (for example, in the first special game) “00” for “losing”, “01” for “losing” in the second special game, and “02” for “non-probable big hit” in the first special game.

  The command 8F00 (H) is an effect control command (design determination designation command) for designating (notifying) the end of the special figure game (that is, deriving and displaying the variable display result). The symbol confirmation designation command is for designating that the variable display (fluctuation) of the decorative symbols is terminated and the display result is derived and displayed. The symbol confirmation designation command is transmitted at the end of the special game.

  Command 95XX (H) is an effect control command (game state designation command) for designating (notifying) the game state. In this embodiment, “XX” in the command is set to a numerical value corresponding to the gaming state (for example, “00” in the non-probability change state (normal state), “01” in the low-accuracy high-base state, etc. ). The game state designation command is transmitted at the start of a special game.

  Command A0XX (H) is an effect control command (hit start designation command) for designating (notifying) the start of the big hit gaming state (also the start of fanfare). The fanfare is an effect that is executed at the start of the big hit gaming state, such as an effect for notifying that the big hit gaming state has been reached. In “XX” in the command, a numerical value corresponding to the big hit type (for example, “00” for “non-probability change”, “01” for “probability change”, etc.) is set. With this setting, the jackpot type is also specified in the command. This command is transmitted at the start of the jackpot gaming state.

  The command A3XX (H) is an effect control command (hit end designation command) for designating (notifying) the end of the big hit gaming state (which is also the start of ending). The ending is an effect executed at the end of the jackpot gaming state, such as an effect for notifying that the jackpot gaming state is ended. In “XX” in the command, a numerical value corresponding to the big hit type (for example, “00” for “non-probability change”, “01” for “probability change”, etc.) is set. With this setting, the jackpot type is also specified in the command. This command is sent at the end of the last round game.

  Command B100 (H) is an effect control command (first start prize designation command) for designating (notifying) that a first start prize has been generated due to the entry of a game medium into the first start prize opening. Command B200 (H) is an effect control command (second start prize designation command) for designating (notifying) that a second start prize has occurred due to the entry of a game medium into the second start prize opening. The first start prize designation command and the second start prize designation command may be collectively referred to as a start prize designation command. The start winning designation command is transmitted when a start winning is generated (at the start winning).

  Command C000 (H) is an effect control command (first special figure reserved memory number addition designation command) that designates (notifies) that the first start winning is generated and the first special figure reserved memory number increases by one. is there. Command C100 (H) is an effect control command (second special figure reserved memory number addition designation command) for designating (notifying) that the second start winning is generated and the second special figure reserved memory number is increased by one. is there. These commands may be collectively referred to as a special figure reserved memory number addition designation command. The special figure reserved memory number addition designation command is transmitted when a start prize is generated (at the start prize).

  Command C200 (H) is an effect control command for specifying (notifying) that the first special figure reserved memory number is decreased by one when the first special figure game is executed (first special figure reserved memory number subtraction designation) Command). Command C300 (H) is an effect control command (second special figure reserved memory number subtraction designation that designates (notifies) that the second special figure reserved memory number is decreased by one when the second special figure game is executed. Command). These commands may be collectively referred to as special figure reserved memory number subtraction designation commands. The special figure reserved memory number subtraction designation command is transmitted when the special figure game is started.

  Command C4XX (H) is an effect control command (winning determination result designation command) for designating (notifying) the determination result of the pre-reading determination at the time of starting winning. As will be described in detail later, when the first start winning or the second starting winning occurs, random numbers MR1 to MR3 used for determining whether or not to make a big hit, a big hit type, and a variation pattern are extracted. . In this embodiment, the special figure game corresponding to the extracted random number values MR1 to MR3 is based on at least one of the extracted random number values MR1 to MR3 before the start condition of the special figure game is satisfied. Then, prefetch determination (determination of variable display result, determination of presence / absence of reach, etc.) for the special figure game is performed. The prefetch determination is performed by a winning random number determination process in step S211 described later. The determination result of the prefetch determination (also referred to as a winning determination result) is set to “XX” in the winning determination result designation command (see FIG. 7B). With such a setting, the determination result of the prefetch determination is specified in the command. The winning determination result designation command is transmitted when a start winning is generated (at the start winning). The presence / absence of an execution mode of the pre-reading notice (freeze effect) is determined on the side of the effect control board 12 according to the content of the determination result designation command at the time of winning (a result of determination at the time of winning).

(Special symbol process)
FIG. 4 is a flowchart showing an example of the special symbol process. In this special symbol process, the CPU 103 first executes a start winning determination process (step S101). FIG. 5 is a flowchart showing an example of the start winning determination process executed in step S101.

  When the start winning determination process is started, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the first start opening switch 22A provided corresponding to the first start winning opening formed by the normal winning ball apparatus 6A is turned on ( Step S201). For example, when the first start port switch 22A is turned on when the determination result determined that the first start port switch 22A is turned on in the switch process is stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 102. What is necessary is just to judge. When the first start port switch 22A is on (step S201; Yes), the first special figure reserved memory number that is the reserved memory number of the first special figure game is a predetermined upper limit value (here, “4”). ) Is determined (step S202). At this time, the CPU 103 obtains a first special figure reserved memory count value that is a stored value of a first special figure reserved memory number counter (counter that counts the first special figure reserved memory number) provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102. It suffices if the first special figure reserved memory number can be specified by reading. When the first special figure reservation storage number is not the upper limit value in step S202 (step S202; No), the start port buffer value, which is the stored value of the start port buffer provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 102, is set to “1”. Setting is performed (step S203).

  When the first start-up switch 22A is OFF in step S201 (step S201; No), or when the first special figure reservation storage number reaches the upper limit value in step S202 (step S202; Yes), it is normal. It is determined whether or not the second start port switch 22B provided corresponding to the second start winning port formed by the variable winning ball device 6B is turned on (step S204). For example, when the second start port switch 22B is turned on when the determination result determined that the second start port switch 22B is turned on in the switch process is stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 102. What is necessary is just to judge. When it is determined that the second start port switch 22B is turned on (step S204; Yes), the second special figure holding memory number that is the holding memory number of the second special figure game is a predetermined upper limit value (here, It is determined whether or not “4”) (step S205). At this time, the CPU 103 obtains a second special figure reserved memory number count value which is a stored value of a second special figure reserved memory number counter (counter for counting the second special figure reserved memory number) provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102. It suffices if the second special figure reserved memory number can be specified by reading. When the second special figure reservation storage number is not the upper limit value in step S205 (step S205; No), the start port buffer value is set to “2” (step S206). If the second start port switch 22B is not turned on (step S204; No), or if the second special figure reservation storage number is the upper limit value (step S205; Yes), the start winning determination process is terminated.

  After either of the processes of steps S203 and S206 is executed, the special figure reservation storage number count value corresponding to the start port buffer value is updated by 1 (step S207). For example, when the starting port buffer value is “1”, the first special figure reserved memory number count value is incremented by 1, while when the starting port buffer value is “2”, the second special figure reserved memory number count value is increased. Add one. Thus, the first special figure reserved memory number count value is updated so as to increase (increment) by 1 when the first start condition for allowing the game ball to enter the first start winning opening is satisfied. Further, the second special figure reserved memory number count value is updated so as to increase (increment) by 1 when the second start condition for allowing the game ball to enter the second start winning opening is satisfied. At this time, the total pending storage number count value, which is the stored value of the total pending storage number counter provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 102, is updated to add 1 (step S208).

  After executing the process of step S208, the CPU 103 extracts a predetermined game random number corresponding to the occurrence of the start winning (step S209). As an example, in the process of step S209, a random number MR1 for determining a special figure display result or a jackpot type determination is determined from numerical data updated by a random counter or the like provided in a predetermined area of the random number circuit 104 or the RAM 102. Numerical data indicating the random value MR2 and the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern are extracted. Numeric data indicating each random value extracted in this way is stored as reserved data by being set at the beginning of an empty entry in a special figure storage unit (provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102) corresponding to the start port buffer value. (Step S210).

  For example, when the start port buffer value is “1”, the hold data is set in the first special figure hold storage unit as shown in FIG. On the other hand, when the start port buffer value is “2”, the hold data is set in the second special figure hold storage unit as shown in FIG.

  When the hold data is set in the first special figure hold storage unit, the CPU 103 controls the first hold indicator 25A to display a display that can specify the first special figure hold memory number added by one. You may make it make 1st holding | maintenance indicator 25A perform (for example, increase the number of lighting of LED by 1).

  When the hold data is set in the second special figure hold storage unit, the CPU 103 controls the second hold indicator 25B to display a display that can specify the number of the second special figure hold memory added by one. You may make it make the 2nd holding | maintenance display device 25B perform (for example, increase the number of lighting of LED by 1).

  The first special figure storage unit shown in FIG. 6 (A) has not yet started, although a game ball has entered the first start winning opening formed by the normal winning ball apparatus 6A and a first start winning has occurred. The hold data of the first special figure game is stored. As an example, the first special figure holding storage unit associates with the holding number in the winning order (game ball detection order) to the first start winning opening, and based on the establishment of the first starting condition by the entry of the game ball The CPU 103 stores the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, the random value MR2 for determining the jackpot type, the numerical data indicating the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern, and the like as the reserved data. Is stored until it reaches a predetermined upper limit value (here, “4”). In this embodiment, in this way, the first special figure game that has not yet been started (here, numerical data for executing this first special figure game) is stored as a pending storage.

  The second special figure storage unit shown in FIG. 6 (B) has not yet started, although the game ball has entered the second start winning opening formed by the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B and the second start winning has occurred. There is no second special figure game hold data stored. As an example, the second special figure holding storage unit associates with the holding number in the winning order (game ball detection order) to the second starting winning opening, and based on the establishment of the second starting condition by the entry of the game ball The number data indicating the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, the random value MR2 for determining the big hit type, the random number value MR3 for determining the variation pattern, etc. extracted by the CPU 103 from the random number circuit 104 or the like is used as the reserved data. The data is stored until a predetermined upper limit value (here, “4”) is reached. In this embodiment, in this way, the second special figure game that has not yet been started (here, numerical data for executing this second special figure game) is stored as a pending storage.

  Thereafter, the CPU 103 executes a winning random number value determination process (a process for performing a prefetch determination for the special figure game) for the special figure game (held special figure game) stored as the hold memory (step S211). FIG. 7A is a flowchart illustrating an example of a winning random number determination process.

  In the winning random number determination process, the CPU 103 first performs transmission setting of the first start winning designation command if the starting port buffer value is “1” (when the first special figure game is put on hold). If transmission setting of the first special figure holding memory number addition designation command is performed and the start port buffer value is “2” (when the second special figure game is suspended), transmission setting of the second starting prize designation designation command is performed. Then, transmission setting of the second special figure reserved memory number addition designation command is performed (step S401).

  Next, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the current state is a big hit gaming state (step S402). Whether or not the current state is a big hit gaming state can be specified by, for example, a value of a special figure process flag described later. Here, if it is “4” to “7”, it is in the big hit gaming state. When the value of the special figure process flag is other than “4” to “7” and the game state is not in the big hit gaming state (step S402; No), it is determined whether or not the current state is the short time state (step S403). Whether or not the current state is the time reduction state may be specified by the state of the time reduction flag (a flag provided in the RAM 102 and turned on during the time reduction state) (hereinafter the same).

  When the time reduction flag is on and the current time is in the time reduction state (step S403; Yes), when the value of the special figure process flag is “4” to “7” and the current state is the big hit gaming state (step S402; Yes), It is determined whether the starting port buffer value is “2” (step S404).

  When the starting port buffer value is “2” (step S404; Yes), and when the time-short state is not being reached (step S403; No), the CPU 103 displays the display result of the special figure game held this time (variable display result of the special symbol) (Hereinafter, also referred to as a special figure display result) is determined to be “big hit” (step S405).

  For example, based on the random value MR1 extracted in the current step S209 (the random value MR1 newly stored in the special figure storage unit in the current step S210), the first special figure display is performed in the same manner as in the later-described step S239. Refer to the result determination table or the second special figure display result determination table (see FIG. 9, a table referred to when determining the variable display result when the special game start condition is satisfied; details will be described later), and the random value MR1 When the decision result (special drawing display result) assigned to the decision value that matches is “big hit”, it is determined that the display result of the special figure game held this time is “big hit”. When the gaming state is a non-probability change state, the first special figure display result determination table is referred to. When the gaming state is a probability change state, the second special figure display result determination table is referred to. Whether or not the gaming state is a probability variation state may be specified based on a probability variation flag provided in the RAM 102 and turned on when the probability variation state is established (the same applies hereinafter).

  When it is determined that the special figure display result of the special figure game held this time is a “big hit” (step S405; Yes), the transmission setting of the determination result designation command at the time of winning that designates “big hit” as the determination result at the time of winning is set. This is performed (step S407). “03” is set as the EXT data in the determination result at the time of winning the “big hit” (the determination result that the variable display result of the special figure game held this time is a big hit) (FIG. 7B). Refer to), and the transmission setting of the winning determination result specifying command in which the numerical value is set as EXT data is performed.

  When it is determined that the special figure display result of the special figure game held this time is not “big hit” (step S405; Yes), the variable pattern variation display pattern corresponding to the special figure game held this time is normal reach or super It is determined whether a reach is designated (a reach-losing variation pattern) (step S409).

  For example, based on the random value MR3 extracted in step S209 (the random value MR3 newly stored in the special figure holding storage unit in this step S210), the first loss variation pattern determination is performed in the same manner as in step S263 described later. Refer to the table or the second loss variation pattern determination table (see FIG. 14, a table referred to when determining the variation pattern at the time of establishment of the special game start condition, details will be described later), and the random value MR3 The variation pattern assigned to the decision value that matches is specified. When the gaming state is the non-short-time state, the first loss variation pattern determination table is referred to. When the gaming state is the time-short state, the second loss variation pattern determination table is referred to. When the identified variation pattern is PA3-2 to PA3-4 that designates the execution of reach (see FIG. 12, details will be described later), the decorative symbol variable display corresponding to the special figure game that has been put on hold this time is displayed. It is determined that the variation pattern is a reach loss variation pattern. When the variation pattern is other than that, it is determined that the variation pattern is not reach loss.

  When it is determined that the variation pattern is a reach loss variation pattern (step S409; Yes), a winning determination result designation command for specifying “reach loss” as a winning determination result is set for transmission (step S410). EXT data is included in the determination result at the time of winning “Leach Loss” (the determination result that the variable display result of the special figure game held this time is lost, and normal reach or super reach is executed with variable display of decorative symbols) Since “02” is set (see FIG. 7B), transmission setting of a winning determination result specifying command in which the numerical value is set as EXT data is performed.

  If it is determined that the variation pattern is not a reach loss variation pattern (step S409; No), transmission setting of a winning determination result designation command that designates “non-reach loss” as a winning determination result is performed (step S411). EXT data is included in the determination result at the time of winning the “non-reach lose” (the determination result that the variable display result of the special figure game held this time is lost, and that normal reach and super reach are not executed with the variable display of decorative symbols) Since “01” is set (see FIG. 7B), transmission setting of a winning determination result specifying command in which the numerical value is set as EXT data is performed.

  When the starting port buffer value is not “2” (step S404; No), in order to limit the execution of the pre-reading notice (freeze effect), a winning determination result designation command that designates “no determination” as the winning determination result is transmitted. Setting is performed (step S413). This restricts the execution of the prefetch notice on the side of the effect control board 12. By restricting the execution of the pre-reading notice for the first start prize in the short-time state and the first start prize in the jackpot game state (by making the judgment result “no judgment”) at an inappropriate timing Execution of freeze production can be prevented. “00” is set as the EXT data in the determination result at the time of winning “no determination” (the determination result for limiting the execution of the pre-reading notice without performing the determination at the start winning prize) (FIG. 7B). Refer to), and the transmission setting of the winning determination result specifying command in which the numerical value is set as EXT data is performed.

  After steps S407, S410, S411, and S413, the winning random number determination process ends. In the winning random number determination process, pre-reading determination (steps S405, S409, etc.) for the reserved special game is performed, and transmission setting of a winning determination result designation command corresponding to the pre-reading determination is performed.

  One set of each command (start winning designation command, special figure reserved memory number addition designation command, winning determination result designation command) set in the process is used as a start winning command and subsequent command control (The transmission order is the above-mentioned transmission setting order, and is the order of the start winning designation command → the special figure reserved memory number addition designation command → the winning determination result designation command). The set of the first start winning designation command, the first special figure reserved memory number addition designation command, and the winning determination result designation command is referred to as a first start winning command, a second start winning designation command, and a second special figure hold. A set of a memory number addition designation command and a winning determination result designation command is referred to as a second start winning command.

  Returning to FIG. 5, after the winning random number determination process in step S211, the CPU 103 determines whether the start port buffer value is “1” or “2” (step S212). At this time, if the starting port buffer value is “2” (step S212; “2”), the starting port buffer is cleared and its stored value (starting port buffer value) is initialized to “0” ( Step S213), the start winning determination process is terminated. On the other hand, when the starting port buffer value is “1” (step S212; “1”), the starting port buffer is cleared and the stored value (starting port buffer value) is initialized to “0”. (Step S214), the process proceeds to step S204. Thereby, even when both the first start port switch 22A and the second start port switch 22B detect the start winning of the game balls that are effective at the same time, the processing based on the detection of both effective start winnings can be completed reliably.

  Returning to FIG. 4, after executing the start winning determination process in step S <b> 101, the CPU 103 selects one of the processes in steps S <b> 110 to S <b> 117 according to the value of the special figure process flag provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 102. And run.

  The special symbol normal process in step S110 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “0”. FIG. 8 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S110 as the special symbol normal process.

  In the special symbol normal process, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the second special symbol holding storage number is “0” (step S231). The CPU 103 may determine whether or not the second special figure reserved memory number count value is “0”.

  When the second special figure reservation storage number is other than “0” in step S231 (step S231; No), for example, the first area of the second special figure reservation storage unit (for example, the storage area corresponding to the reservation number “1”) The numerical data indicating the predetermined random number value, which is the hold data stored in the predetermined area of the RAM 102, is read (step S232). Thereby, the game random number extracted corresponding to the occurrence of the start winning (second start winning) at the second start winning opening in the process of step S209 is read. The numerical data read at this time may be temporarily stored, for example, in a random number buffer for variation.

  Subsequent to the processing of step S232, for example, by subtracting and updating the second special figure reserved memory number count value by one, the second special figure reserved memory number is updated to be subtracted by one, and the second special figure reserved memory number is also subtracted. The stored contents in the holding storage unit are shifted (step S233). For example, the reservation data stored in the storage area lower than the holding number “1” (the storage area corresponding to the holding numbers “2” to “4”) in the second special figure holding storage unit is higher by one entry ( Shift to storage areas corresponding to the holding numbers “1” to “3”. Further, in the process of step S233, the total number of reserved storages may be updated to be subtracted by one. Then, the fluctuation special figure designation buffer value, which is the stored value of the fluctuation special figure designation buffer provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 102, is updated to “2” (step S234).

  When the second special figure reserved memory number is “0” in step S231 (step S231; Yes), it is determined whether or not the first special figure reserved memory number is “0” (step S235). The CPU 103 may determine whether or not the first special figure reserved memory number count value is “0”. Thus, the process of step S235 is executed when it is determined in step S231 that the second special figure reserved memory number is “0”, and the first special figure reserved memory number is “0”. It is determined whether or not. Thereby, execution of the second special figure game is started with priority over the first special figure game.

  When the first special figure reservation storage number is other than “0” in step S235 (step S235; No), for example, the first area of the first special figure reservation storage unit (for example, the storage area corresponding to the reservation number “1”) The numerical data indicating the predetermined random number value, which is the hold data stored in the predetermined area of the RAM 102, is read (step S236). As a result, the game random numbers (numerical data of the random number values MR1 to MR3) extracted in response to the occurrence of the start prize (first start prize) at the first start prize opening in the process of step S209 are read. The numerical data read at this time (numerical data of the random number values MR1 to MR3) may be stored in, for example, a random number buffer for variation and temporarily stored.

  Subsequent to the process of step S236, for example, by updating the first special figure reserved memory number count value by subtracting 1 and updating it, the first special figure reserved memory number is updated by 1 and the first special figure reserved memory number is updated. The stored contents in the holding storage unit are shifted (step S237). For example, the first special figure hold storage unit stores the hold data stored in the storage area lower than the hold number “1” (the storage area corresponding to the hold numbers “2” to “4”) one entry at a time ( Shift to storage areas corresponding to the holding numbers “1” to “3”. Further, in the process of step S237, the total number of reserved storages may be updated to be decremented by 1. Then, the variable special figure designation buffer value is updated to “1” (step S238).

  After executing one of the processes in steps S234 and S238, the special figure display result, which is the variable symbol display result, is determined to be either “big hit” or “losing” (step S239). As an example, in the process of step S239, the CPU 103 refers to the first special figure display result determination table shown in FIG. 9A when the current is in the non-probability change state (when the probability change flag is off), When is in the probability variation state (when the probability variation flag is on), the special diagram display result is determined with reference to the second special diagram display result determination table shown in FIG. 9B. In each special figure display result determination table, for example, as shown in FIG. 9, a numerical value (determination value) to be compared with the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result is a “big hit” or “lost” as a determination result. As long as it is assigned to. The first special figure display result determination table and the second special figure display result determination table are prepared by being stored in the ROM 101 in advance.

  In step S239, the CPU 103 reads the numerical data indicating the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result included in the game random number temporarily stored in the random number buffer for variation in step S232 or S236 from the random number buffer for variation and reads it. Based on the numerical data indicating the random value MR1, the first special chart display result determination table or the second special figure display result determination table is referred to depending on whether or not the probability variation state is present, and the first or second special characteristic to be referred to is referred to. In the figure display result decision table, “big hit” or “lost” assigned to the decision value that matches the random number MR1 may be decided as the current special figure display result (variable display result of the special symbol). When the random value MR1 is “9000”, the CPU 103 determines that the special figure display result is “big hit” with reference to the second special figure display result determination table in the case of the probability change state, and With reference to the first special figure display result determination table, the special figure display result is determined to be “lost”.

  As shown in FIG. 9, in the probability variation state, the special figure display result is determined as “big hit” at a higher decision ratio than in the non-probability variation state. Therefore, for example, based on the jackpot end process in step S117 shown in FIG. 4 (described in detail later), the probability variation flag is set to the on state corresponding to the case where the jackpot type is “probability variation”, or the like. When the current state is a probable change state, the special figure display result is likely to be a “hit” and more likely to be a big hit game state than in the non-probability change state (normal state). That is, it is advantageous for the player when the current state is in a probabilistic state.

  Thereafter, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the special figure display result determined by the process of step S239 is “big hit” (step S240). When the special figure display result is determined to be “big hit” (step S240; Yes), a big hit flag provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 is set to an on state (step S241).

  Thereafter, the jackpot type is determined as one of a plurality of types (step S242). As an example, in the process of step S242, the jackpot type is determined with reference to the jackpot type determination table (see FIG. 10) prepared in advance in a predetermined area of the ROM 101. In the jackpot type determination table, for example, as shown in FIG. 10, a numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random value MR2 for determining the jackpot type is assigned to “non-probability variation” and “probability variation” as the determination results. Just do it.

  The CPU 103 reads the numerical data indicating the random number value MR2 for determining the big hit type included in the game random number temporarily stored in the random number buffer for variation in step S232 or S236 from the random number buffer for variation, and the jackpot read from the random number buffer for variation Based on the numerical data indicating the random number value MR2 for type determination, the jackpot type determination table set in the use table is referred to, and the determined value that matches the random number value MR2 in the referenced jackpot type determination table is assigned. Either “non-probability change” or “probability change” may be determined as the current jackpot type.

  After executing the process of step S242, the jackpot type determined in advance is stored (step S243). The CPU 103 stores in the jackpot type buffer provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 a jackpot type buffer setting value indicating the determination result of the jackpot type (for example, “0” in the case of “non-probable change”, in the case of “probable change”). The value of “1”) is stored to store the jackpot type.

  When the special figure display result is not “big hit” (step S240; No), after step S243, a fixed special symbol that is a variable display result of the special symbol in the special figure game is determined (step S246). As an example, when it is determined in step S240 that the special figure display result is not “big hit” (when the big hit flag is in an off state), a special symbol (for example, “−”) predetermined as a lost symbol is used. Is determined as a special symbol. On the other hand, when it is determined in step S240 that the special figure display result is “big hit” (when the big hit flag is on), according to the big hit type determination result in step S242 (big hit type buffer setting value) Depending on), one of the special symbols predetermined as multiple types of jackpot symbols (for example, “3” for “non-probable change” and “7” for “probable change”) is determined as the confirmed special symbol. do it.

  After executing the process of step S246, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “1” (step S247), and the special symbol normal process is terminated.

  If the number of reserved memories of the first special figure game is “0” in step S235 (step S235; Yes), after a predetermined demonstration display setting is made (step S248), the special symbol normal process is terminated. . In this demonstration display setting, for example, an effect control command (demonstration display start designation command) for designating the start of demonstration display (demonstration screen display) by displaying a predetermined effect image on the image display device 5 is sent from the main board 11. It is determined whether or not transmission to the effect control board 12 has been completed. At this time, if the transmission has been completed, the demonstration display setting is ended as it is. On the other hand, if not transmitted, the demonstration display start designation command is set to be transmitted, and then the demonstration display setting is ended. The effect control board 12 displays a demonstration screen when a demonstration display start designation command is transmitted.

  The variation pattern setting process in step S111 in FIG. 4 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “1”. FIG. 11 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a process executed in step S111 as the variation pattern setting process.

  In the variation pattern setting process, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the big hit flag is on (step S261). If the big hit flag is on (step S261; Yes), the big hit hour fluctuation pattern is determined with reference to the big hit fluctuation pattern determination table (stored in a predetermined area of the ROM 101 in advance) (step S262). ). If the big hit flag is off (step S261; No), the loss variation pattern is determined with reference to the loss variation pattern determination table (previously stored in a predetermined area of the ROM 101) (step S263).

  FIG. 12 shows a specific example of the variation pattern in the present embodiment. In this embodiment, variation patterns PA1-1, PA2-1, PA3-2 to PA3-4 are prepared as variation patterns during loss (variation patterns selected when the variable display result is “lost”). ing. Further, variation patterns PB3-2 to PB3-4 are prepared as variation patterns at the time of big hits (variation patterns selected when the variable display result is “big hit”).

  Variation patterns PA1-1 and PA2-1 among the variation patterns at the time of loss are non-reach variation patterns that specify non-reach (that the variable display mode does not become the reach mode). The fluctuation pattern PA2-1 is a non-reach fluctuation pattern for a short time (with shortening) in which the special figure fluctuation time is shorter than normal (PA1-1). The variation pattern PA3-2 among the variation patterns at the time of loss is a reach variation pattern that designates execution of normal reach (no development to super reach). The fluctuation pattern PA3-3 is a reach fluctuation pattern that specifies execution of normal reach and development from normal reach to super reach A. The fluctuation pattern PA3-4 is a reach fluctuation pattern that specifies execution of normal reach and development from normal reach to super reach B.

  The variation pattern PB3-2 of the big hit hour variation pattern is a reach variation pattern that designates execution of normal reach (no development to super reach). The fluctuation pattern PB3-3 is a reach fluctuation pattern that specifies execution of normal reach and development from normal reach to super reach A. The fluctuation pattern PB3-4 is a reach fluctuation pattern that specifies execution of normal reach and development from normal reach to super reach B.

  In this embodiment, among the above-mentioned variation patterns, the variation patterns PA3-2 and PB3-2 are the corresponding variation patterns, and each of them is midway from the start of variable display (for example, immediately before derivation of the variable display result). ) Until the same production is possible. Thus, it is not possible to know whether the variable display result is “lost” or “big hit” until the middle timing. Similarly, the fluctuation pattern PA3-3 and the fluctuation pattern PB3-3 are corresponding fluctuation patterns, and the fluctuation pattern PA3-4 and the fluctuation pattern PB3-4 are corresponding fluctuation patterns. From the start of variable display to the middle (for example, immediately before derivation of the variable display result), the same effect can be executed. Thus, it is not possible to know whether the variable display result is “lost” or “big hit” until the middle timing.

  In step S262, for example, the big hit variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 13 is referred to. As shown in FIG. 13, in the big hit variation pattern determination table, a numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random value MR3 for variation pattern determination is one of the big hit variation patterns at the probability variation big hit as a decision result ( Any of the fluctuation patterns PB3-2 to PB3-4) may be assigned.

  In step S262, the CPU 103 refers to the big hit variation pattern determination table according to the big hit type based on the numerical data indicating the random number MR3 for fluctuation pattern read from the random number buffer for fluctuation, and refers to the big hit variation to be referred to. Any one of the fluctuation patterns assigned to the decision value matching the random value MR3 in the pattern decision table may be determined (selected) as the current big hit fluctuation pattern.

  In FIG. 13, the determination ratio is described instead of the range of the determination value. In the actual table, it suffices if a determined value in a range corresponding to the determined ratio in FIG. 13 is assigned to each variation pattern. For example, in FIG. 13, the determination ratio of the fluctuation pattern PB3-2 is 10/100, the determination ratio of the fluctuation pattern PB3-3 is 20/100, and the determination ratio of the fluctuation pattern PB3-4 is 70/100. Determination values 1 to 10 (range of 10%) to be compared with the random value MR3 are assigned to the variation pattern PB3-2, and determination values 11 to 30 (20 to be compared with the random value MR3 are assigned to the variation pattern PB3-3. % Range) is assigned, and determined values 31 to 100 (70% range) to be compared with the random value MR3 are assigned to the variation pattern PB3-4. The same applies to other tables in which the determination ratios are described and determination examples described later.

  In step S263, when the current gaming state is a non-time-short state (when the time-short flag is in an off state), for example, the first loss variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 14A is referred to. When the current gaming state is the short-time state (when the short-time flag is on), for example, the second loss variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 14B is referred to.

  As shown in FIG. 14, in the first to second loss variation pattern determination tables, for example, a numerical value (determination value) to be compared with the random value MR3 for variation pattern determination is a variation pattern at the time of loss that is a determination result. It may be assigned to any one (any one of the fluctuation patterns PA1-1, PA3-2 to PA3-4, or any one of the fluctuation patterns PA1-1, PA2-1, PA3-2 to PA3-4). .

  In step S263, the CPU 103 refers to and refers to either the first or second loss variation pattern determination table based on the numerical data indicating the variation pattern determination random value MR3 read from the variation random number buffer. In the first or second loss variation pattern determination table, any one of the variation patterns assigned to the determination value matching the random value MR3 may be determined (selected) as the current loss variation pattern.

  In the variation pattern determination table for loss shown in FIG. 14, the fluctuation pattern PA2-1 having a short special figure fluctuation time is easily selected in the short-time state, and in the short-time state, it is more average than in the non-short-time state. Thus, it is possible to shorten the variable display time, to suppress the occurrence of invalid start winnings, and to reduce the stop of the game ball fired by the player (so-called “stop hit”). Moreover, the execution frequency of variable display can be increased.

  Referring to FIG. 13 and FIG. 14, at the probability of a big hit, the fluctuation pattern PB3-4 for executing super reach B, the fluctuation pattern PB3-3 for executing super reach A, and the fluctuation pattern for executing normal reach (development from normal reach to super reach). The change rate is higher in order of PB3-2 (see FIG. 13). On the other hand, the determination rate of each variation pattern at the time of loss is reversed (PA3-2> PA3-3> PA3-4). For this reason, when Super Reach B is executed, the variable display result is “big hit” at the highest rate. Then, in the order of super reach A and normal reach, the rate at which the variable display result becomes “big hit” (so-called big hit expectation) decreases.

  After executing step S262 or S263, a special figure variable time (also referred to as a variable time) that is a variable symbol display time is set (step S266). The special symbol change time, which is the special symbol variable display time, is derived from the fixed special symbol that will be the variable display result (special symbol display result) after starting the special symbol change in the special symbol game (variable display end) Time). The special figure fluctuation time is specified by each fluctuation pattern (see FIG. 12), and the CPU 103 sets the special figure fluctuation time designated by the fluctuation pattern selected in the process of step S262 or S263, thereby allowing the special symbol and the decorative symbol to be specified. The timing at which the variable display result of the variable display is derived can be set. The special figure change time is set by, for example, setting a timer value corresponding to the special figure change time in a game control process timer provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102.

  Following the process of step S266, any one of the first special symbol games in the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol game in the second special symbol display device 4B that satisfies the start condition. Settings for starting the variation of the special symbol are performed so as to start the game (step S267).

  As an example, if the variable special symbol designation buffer value is “1”, a setting is made to transmit a drive signal for updating the display of the first special symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A. On the other hand, if the variable special symbol designation buffer value is “2”, a setting is made to transmit a drive signal for updating the display of the second special symbol in the second special symbol display device 4B.

  When starting the first special figure game, the CPU 103 controls the first hold indicator 25A to display a display capable of specifying the first special figure hold memory number obtained by subtracting one from the first hold indicator 25A. (For example, the number of LEDs to be turned on is reduced by one). In addition, when starting the second special figure game, the CPU 103 controls the second hold indicator 25B to display a display capable of specifying the second special figure hold memory number subtracted by one second hold indicator 25B. (For example, the number of LEDs to be turned on is reduced by one).

  Thereafter, in order to notify the effect control board 12 side of the special figure display result, the variation pattern determination result, and the like, transmission setting of a command (variation start command) at the start of variation of the special symbol is performed (step S271).

  For example, when the fluctuation special figure designation buffer value is “1”, a display result designation command (a numerical value corresponding to the current variable display result is set as EXT data as a fluctuation start command corresponding to the first special figure game. Command), gaming state designation command (a command in which a numerical value corresponding to the current gaming state (which can be specified by the short time flag and the probability variation flag) is set as EXT data), a first special figure reserved memory number subtraction designation command, a variation pattern designation Transmission settings for sequentially transmitting commands (commands in which numerical values corresponding to the execution of the first special figure game and the current variation pattern are set as EXT data) are performed.

  On the other hand, when the fluctuation special figure designation buffer value is “2”, a display result designation command (a numerical value corresponding to the current variable display result is set as EXT data) as a fluctuation start command corresponding to the second special figure game. Command), gaming state designation command (command according to the current gaming state), second special figure reserved memory number subtraction designation command, variation pattern designation command (according to the execution of the second special figure game and the current variation pattern) (Transmission setting for sequentially transmitting a command in which a numerical value is set as EXT data).

  The above commands are sequentially transmitted by one timer interruption in the subsequent command control processing.

  After executing the process of step S271, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “2” (step S272), and the variation pattern setting process is terminated.

  The special symbol variation process of step S112 in FIG. 4 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “2”.

  In the special symbol variation process, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the special symbol variation time set in step S111 has elapsed (whether or not it is time to derive a special diagram display result). For example, by subtracting 1 from the timer value of the game control process timer for which the initial value was set in step S111 and determining whether or not the subtracted timer value has become “0”, whether or not the special figure variation time has elapsed What is necessary is just to determine.

  When the timer value of the game control process timer (timer value after subtracting 1) is not 0, the special figure variation time has not elapsed, so control for executing the variable display of the special figure in the special figure game (for example, The first special symbol or the second special symbol is displayed (control for transmitting a driving signal to update the display to maintain the special symbol display for a predetermined period of time. The same applies hereinafter) and the like. In the display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B, a process for changing the special symbol is performed, and the special symbol changing process is ended.

  On the other hand, when the timer value of the game control process timer becomes 0 and the elapsed time from the start of the special symbol variation reaches the special symbol variation time, the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display The device 4B performs control to stop the fluctuation of the special symbol, and the fixed special symbol (the fixed special symbol set in step S110) that becomes the variable display result of the special symbol is stopped and displayed (derived display). The transmission setting is performed, and the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “3”. For example, a fixed special symbol may be displayed by supplying a predetermined drive signal to the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B. When the big hit flag is in the off state, the timer value corresponding to the display period of the special symbol confirmed in the game control process timer (for example, a period corresponding to a later-described hit start designation command reception waiting time (for example, 1 second)) May be set.

  By repeatedly executing step S112 each time a timer interrupt occurs, special symbol variable display, fixed special symbol derivation display, and the like are realized.

  The special symbol stop process in step S113 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “3”.

  In the special symbol stop process, the CPU 103 determines whether the big hit flag is on.

  When the big hit flag is in the on state, the hourly flag and the probability variation flag are reset (turned off), and the remaining number of variable displays that are provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 and are executed during the hourly state is counted. Processing for resetting the count value of the number counter to “0” is performed. Then, a timer value corresponding to the fanfare waiting time (the waiting time from the start to the end of the fanfare in the big hit gaming state, which is a predetermined time) is set as an initial value in the game control process timer. Thereafter, the hit start designation command (“XX” in the command has a value corresponding to the big hit type specified based on the big hit type buffer setting value (for example, “00” for “non-probable change”, “ 01 ”etc.) is set, and the special symbol process is terminated by updating the special symbol process flag to“ 4 ”.

  When the big hit flag is in the off state (when the variable display result is “losing”), it is determined whether or not the hourly flag is in the on state, and in the on state, the count value of the remaining number counter is set to 1. Subtract. Thereafter, it is determined whether the count value after subtracting 1 is “0”. If the count value is 0, the termination condition for ending the time-saving state is satisfied (that is, execution is possible in the time-saving state). Since the variable display has been executed a predetermined number of times), the time reduction flag is turned off to end the time reduction state. If the time-short flag is in the off state, if the count value after subtracting 1 is not 0, or if the time-short flag is in the off state, the special symbol process flag value is updated to 0, etc. Terminate the stop process. When the big hit flag is in the off state and the timer value corresponding to the period corresponding to the start designation command reception waiting time is set in step S112 when the game control process timer is hit, the timer value is reduced by one, The above series of processing may be performed when 0 is reached. When the timer value after decrementing by 1 is not 0, control for continuing to display the confirmed special symbol (control for supplying a predetermined drive signal to the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B) is performed. Thus, the special symbol stop process may be terminated without performing the above series of processes.

  The confirmed special symbol may be continuously displayed until the next special symbol game is started (at the time of big hit, it may be continuously displayed in the big hit gaming state), or the display is ended after a predetermined time has elapsed. You may do it.

  The big hit release pre-processing in step S114 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “4”.

  In this big hit release pre-processing, for example, 1 is subtracted from the timer value of the game control process timer. If the timer value after subtraction is not 0, the fanfare waiting time has not yet elapsed, so the big hit release pre-processing is terminated.

  When the timer value after subtraction is 0, the fanfare waiting time has elapsed and the start timing of the round game has come. In this case, the process of starting the execution of the round game in the big hit gaming state and opening the grand prize opening (for example, the process of transmitting the solenoid drive signal to the solenoid 82 for the big prize opening door), the big prize opening A process for setting the timer initial value corresponding to the upper limit (29 seconds in this case) of the period for opening the game to the game control process timer, the initial value in the round number counter for counting round games provided in the RAM 102 A process of setting “1” indicating the first round is executed. When the process for opening the special winning opening is executed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “5”.

  By repeating step S114 every time a timer interrupt occurs, waiting until the start timing of the round game (waiting until the end of the fanfare), opening of the big prize opening, and the like are realized.

  The big hit release processing in step S115 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “5”.

  This big hit release process includes a process of subtracting 1 from the timer value of the game control process timer, a timer value after 1 subtraction, and the number of game balls detected by the count switch 23 in one round game (switch Based on a counter (provided in the RAM 102) that counts 1 each time the determination result determined that the count switch 23 is turned on in the process is stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 102, etc. This includes a process for determining whether or not it is time to return the big prize opening from the open state to the closed state (or may be partially open).

  When it is determined that the timer value after decrementing by 1 has reached 0, or the number of detected game balls (count value of the counter) has reached a predetermined number (for example, 9), the big prize opening is closed. Therefore, the process of returning the special winning opening to the closed state (for example, the process of turning off the solenoid 82 by stopping the transmission of the solenoid drive signal to the solenoid 82 for the special winning opening door) A process of setting a timer value corresponding to a winning period closing period (a round game interval period, a preset period) in the game control process timer is executed. When the big prize opening is returned to the closed state, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “6”, and the big hit opening process is terminated.

  If the timer value after subtracting 1 does not become 0 and the number of detected game balls has not reached the predetermined number, a process for maintaining the open state of the big prize opening (for example, the solenoid drive signal Etc.), and the process during the big hit release is completed.

  By repeating step S115 each time a timer interrupt occurs, the open state of the big prize opening is maintained until the timing for returning the big prize opening from the open state to the closed state, and finally the big prize opening is closed.

  The big hit release post-processing in step S116 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “6”.

  In the processing after the jackpot release, processing for determining whether or not the count value of the round number counter is an upper limit value (here, “15”) according to the jackpot type, and a game control process when the upper limit value is not reached A process of subtracting 1 from the timer value is performed.

  When it is determined that the count value of the round number counter has reached the upper limit value, it means that the round game has reached the upper limit number of times, so the ending waiting time (from the start of ending in the big hit gaming state) to the game control process timer The timer value corresponding to the waiting time until the end is a predetermined time) is set in the game control process timer. In addition, a hit end designation command (“XX” in the command includes a numerical value corresponding to the big hit type specified based on the big hit type buffer setting value (for example, “00” for “non-probable change”, “ 01 "etc.) is set, and the special figure process flag is updated to" 7 ".

  When the process of decrementing the timer value of the game control process timer by 1 is performed, it is determined whether the timer value after decrementing by 1 is “0”. If it is not 0, it is not the start timing of the round game. The closed state is maintained, and the processing after the jackpot release ends. If it is 0, it is the start timing of the round game, so the timer value corresponding to the upper limit (29 seconds in this case) of the process for opening the big winning opening and the period for opening the big winning opening. Is set to the game control process timer, the count value of the round number counter is incremented by 1, and the like. When the process for opening the special winning opening is executed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “5”.

  Each round game is realized by repeatedly executing S115 and S116 every time a timer interrupt occurs after the big winning opening is opened in step S114.

  The jackpot end process in step S117 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “7”. In the big hit end process, a process of decrementing the timer value of the game control process timer by 1 is performed. If the timer value decremented by 1 is not 0, the ending has not ended, and the jackpot end processing is ended as it is.

  When the timer value decremented by 1 reaches 0, the ending is completed, so the states of the time reduction flag, the probability variation flag, the remaining number counter, etc. are set. In this embodiment, when the jackpot type specified based on the jackpot type buffer setting value is “probability change”, the probability change flag and the time reduction flag are turned on, and “100” is set as the initial count value in the remaining number counter. (See FIG. 10). On the other hand, when the big hit type specified based on the big hit type buffer setting value is “non-probable change”, only the hourly flag is turned on, and “100” is set as the initial count value in the remaining number counter (see FIG. 10). ). Thus, when the big hit type is “probability change”, the gaming state after the big hit gaming state becomes a probable change state and a short time state, and when the big hit type is “non-probability change”, the gaming state after the big hit gaming state becomes a non-probability change state and It becomes short-time state. After setting the state such as the time reduction flag, the remaining number counter, and the probability variation flag, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “0”.

  In the above-described series of processing, when the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “0”, one variable display or the like has been completed, so the game control process timer, the jackpot type buffer setting value, Various data such as the count value of the remaining number counter and the states of various flags (things that you do not want to carry over to the next variable display) may be reset as appropriate.

(Direction control command set for transmission in normal symbol process)
Next, an effect control command transmitted and set in the normal symbol process and transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 in the command control process will be described. FIG. 15 shows examples of main effect control commands. The following “(H)” indicates a hexadecimal number.

  The command 8D00 (H) is an effect control command (designation command for starting fluctuation per hour) that designates (notifies) the start of a usual game in which the variable display result is “per normal”. The command 8D01 (H) is an effect control command (ordinary losing change start specification command) that designates (notifies) the start of a common game in which the variable display result is “normal losing”. These commands are sent at the start of the usual game.

  Command 8D02 (H) is an effect control command for deriving a fixed normal symbol of “per normal map” as the display result of the general game (variable display of the general map) and designating (notifying) that the general game is to be ended. (Normal change end designation command per map). Command 8D03 (H) is an effect control command for deriving a fixed normal symbol of “usual figure losing” as a display result of the ordinary figure game (variable display of ordinary figure) and designating (notifying) that the ordinary figure game is to be ended. (Normal map change end designation command). These commands are sent at the end of the usual game.

  Command 8D03 (H) is a period in which the electric chew 6B (variable winning ball device 6B, second start winning opening) is opened once (non-short time) or three times (short time) based on “per normal”. This is an effect control command (end per common map command) that specifies (notifies) that the period per normal map is to be ended. The command is transmitted at the end of the period of the usual figure (when the electric Chu 6B is closed when the time is not short, or when the last electric Chu 6B is closed when the time is short).

(Normal design process)
Next, the normal symbol process will be described. FIG. 16 is a flowchart showing an example of the normal symbol process. In this normal symbol process, the CPU 103 first executes a gate passage determination process (step S131).

  For example, in the gate passage determination process in step S131, it is determined whether or not the gate switch 21 is on based on the detection signal from the gate switch 21, and if it is off, the gate passage determination process ends.

  On the other hand, when the gate switch 21 is on, for example, a general-purpose reserved memory number count value indicating the general-purpose reserved memory number (for example, a general-purpose reserved memory number counter provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 is counted. It is determined whether or not (value) is a predetermined value (for example, “4”) as the usual figure hold upper limit value. At this time, if the usual figure holding upper limit value has been reached, the passage of the current game ball at the passing gate is invalidated and the gate passing determination process is terminated.

  In the case where the upper limit value of the usual figure hold has not been reached, for example, the random number circuit 104 or a random counter provided in a predetermined area (such as a game control counter setting unit) of the RAM 102 is used to display a usual figure display. Numerical data indicating the random number MR4 for determining the result is extracted. The numerical data indicating the random number MR4 extracted at this time is stored by being set as the reserved data at the head of the empty entry in the general-purpose reserved storage unit provided in the RAM 102. Here, the usual game that has not yet been executed in this way is stored as a hold memory.

  The usual figure hold storage unit stores hold data of a usual figure game that has passed through the passing gate 41 but has not yet started. As an example, the general figure hold storage unit associates the hold numbers in the order of passage of the passage gate 41 (in the order of detection of the game balls) with the hold numbers, and the CPU 103 causes the random number circuit 104 based on the establishment of the general figure start condition by the passage of the game balls. Are stored as reserved data until the number reaches a predetermined upper limit value (for example, “4”). In this way, the hold data stored in the usual figure storage unit indicates that the execution of the usual figure game using the normal symbol is suspended. Based on the variable display result (the usual figure display result) in this usual figure game, “ It becomes general-purpose hold storage information that makes it possible to determine whether or not it is determined to be “per-standard”.

  In the case where the pending data is stored in the ordinary map storage unit, the gate pending determination process is terminated after updating the universal map storage number count value to be incremented by one. Therefore, the general-purpose reserved memory count value (the general-purpose reserved memory count) also indicates the number of reserved data stored in the general-purpose reserved memory. In addition, at the time of the update, it is preferable to increase the number of lighting of LEDs, etc., of the general-purpose hold indicator 25C to increase the number of general-purpose reserved memory displayed by the general-purpose hold indicator 25C.

  After executing the gate passage determination process in step S131, the CPU 103 selects and executes one of the processes in steps S140 to S143 according to the value of the normal process flag provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102.

  The normal symbol normal process of step S140 is executed when the value of the general symbol process flag is “0” (initial value). In this normal symbol normal process, whether or not there is pending data stored in the regular symbol storage unit, whether or not it is during the regular symbol period (for example, whether the regular symbol process flag is “3” or “4”) The normal symbol display 20 determines whether or not to start the general game.

  For example, if there is hold data stored in the general figure storage unit and the start condition for starting the general figure game is satisfied, such as when the normal figure is not in a period, the variable symbol display result of the normal figure game After executing the normal symbol determination process for determining whether the result of the normal map display is “per normal map” or “missing the normal map”, the value of the general map process flag is updated to “1”. In other cases, the normal symbol normal process is terminated without executing the normal symbol determination process.

  In the normal symbol determination process executed in the normal symbol normal process of step S140, the normal data which is stored data corresponding to the storage number “1” in the general symbol storage unit (general symbol storage information) Numerical data indicating the random number value MR4 for determining the figure display result is read out by the CPU 103. At this time, entries lower than the hold number “1” (for example, entries corresponding to the hold numbers “2” to “4”) in the usual hold storage unit are shifted up by one entry. Based on the hold data read out in this way, by referring to a predetermined map display result determination table, it is determined whether the map display result is “per map” or “map loss”. . When the hold data is read, the usual hold storage number count value is decremented by one.

  In this embodiment, the base display result determination table is referred to as a low base time base map display result determination table that is referred to when the game state is not low, and to a high base when the game state is short. A high base time map display result determination table is prepared. In step S140, the CPU 103 refers to the low base time normal map display result determination table when the time reduction flag is off, and determines the high base time normal map display result when the time reduction flag is on. Browse the table.

  In each ordinary map display result determination table, a numerical value (determined value) to be compared with the random number MR4 for determining the ordinary map display result is determined for each of the “per common map” and “general map loss” as a determination result. It only has to be assigned. For example, in the low base time general map display result determination table, a determination value may be assigned so as to select “per normal map” at a ratio of 6/100. In the high base time map display result determination table, a determination value may be assigned so as to select “per map” at a ratio of 90/100.

  The CPU 103 determines (selects) “per normal map” or “normal map loss” assigned to the determined value corresponding to the random number value MR4 as a general map display result in the referenced normal map display result determination table. When the normal map display result is determined to be “per normal map”, for example, the per-multi map flag is set to an on state.

  Further, in the normal symbol determination process, the normal symbol variation time is also set. For example, the normal time change time is set by setting a timer value corresponding to the normal time change time (4 seconds in the non-short-time state, 1.5 seconds in the short-time state) to the general-purpose control process timer provided in the RAM 102. This is done by setting as a value.

  Further, in the normal symbol determination process, the main board 11 performs the effect control board 12 with a normal figure change start command (when the normal figure flag is on) or a normal figure change start change command (per normal figure). The transmission setting for transmitting (when the flag is off) is also performed. The command set to be transmitted is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 by, for example, executing the above-described command control process after the normal symbol process is completed (the other commands are also the same). .)

  The normal symbol variation process of step S141 is executed when the value of the normal symbol process flag is “1”.

  In this normal symbol variation process, if the timer value of the general symbol control process timer is decremented by 1 and the timer value after decrementing is not 0, the normal symbol display 20 changes the normal symbol (for example, the normal symbol display device). 20), a process for transmitting a driving signal for updating the display of the usual figure) is performed.

  When the timer value after decrementing becomes 0, the normal symbol variation time has elapsed, so the normal symbol display 20 stops the variation of the normal symbol, and the fixed normal symbol becomes the variable symbol display result of the normal symbol. Is stopped (derived display). The confirmed normal symbol is a symbol of “general symbol” (for example, “7”) if the flag for regular symbol is on (for example, “7”), and a symbol for “general symbol losing” if the flag for regular symbol is off (for example, "-"). When the fixed normal symbol is stopped and displayed, for example, a predetermined drive signal may be supplied to the normal symbol display 20 to display the fixed normal symbol. Also, the value of the normal process flag is updated to “2”. Also, at this time, if the per-figure flag is on, send transmission setting for the command-to-fluctuate per-figure end command. I do.

  Note that when the fixed normal symbol is turned off and the fixed normal symbol is derived and displayed, a timer value corresponding to the fixed normal symbol display period (for example, one second) may be set in the general symbol control process timer.

  By repeatedly executing step S141 every time a timer interrupt occurs, execution of a normal game such as variable display of a normal symbol and derivation display of a fixed normal symbol is realized.

  The normal symbol stop process in step S142 is executed when the value of the normal symbol process flag is “2”.

  In this normal symbol stop process, when the “normal symbol hit” (when the normal symbol hit flag is on), a solenoid drive signal is supplied to the solenoid 81, and the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B (electric chew 6B) is supplied. Control is performed to tilt the movable wing piece and change the second start winning opening to the open state. Furthermore, the period during which the electronic control process timer is opened for the electric control 6B (second start prize opening) (when the hour flag is off and in the non-hour state, 5.8 seconds, when the hour flag is on and in the hour state, A timer value corresponding to 1.8 seconds) is set. In addition, the electric chew release frequency counter (provided in the RAM 102) that counts the electric chew release frequency is set as the initial count value (“1” in the non-short-time state, “3” in the time-short state). To do. Thereafter, the value of the usual process flag is updated to “3”. As a result, the opening of the electric chew 6B at the time of hitting the map is realized.

  When the confirmed normal symbol is “normal map loss” (for example, when the normal symbol per flag is in an off state), the value of the general graphic process flag is updated to “0”. In addition, when the normal symbol hit flag is in the OFF state and the timer value corresponding to the display period of the determined normal symbol is set in the general diagram control process timer (see step S141), the timer value is decreased by 1, When the value becomes 0, the value of the usual process flag may be updated to 0. When the timer value after decrementing by 1 is not 0, the process may be terminated by performing a control to continue displaying the fixed normal symbol (such as a control for supplying a predetermined drive signal to the normal symbol display 20).

  The fixed normal symbol may be displayed until the next normal game is started (it may be displayed continuously even during the normal game period), or the display may be terminated after a predetermined time has elapsed. It may be.

  The ordinary electric accessory actuating process of step S143 is executed when the value of the normal process flag is “3”.

  In this normal electric accessory operation processing, the timer value of the normal control process timer is decremented by 1, and when the timer value is not 0, the solenoid drive signal is continuously supplied, for example, to continue opening the electric chew 6B. The processing is terminated after performing the processing.

  When the timer value decremented by 1 becomes 0, it is time to close the electric chew 6B (second start winning opening), so that the electric chew 6B is brought into the closed state by stopping the supply of the solenoid driving signal. (Move movable wing piece to vertical position) Further, when the count value of the electric chew release number counter is decremented by 1 and becomes zero, the electric chew 6B is completely opened, and the normal figure hit period has ended. Then, the transmission setting of the command for ending the normal map is performed, and the value of the general map process flag is set to “0”.

  When the count value of the electric chew release number counter after subtracting 1 is not 0, the normal period has not ended, so a value corresponding to the electric chew 6B closing period (electric chew release interval period) is set. Set to the general map control process timer and set the value of the general map process flag to “4”.

  The ordinary electric accessory closing process in step S144 is executed when the value of the ordinary process flag is “4”.

  In this process, the timer value of the normal control process timer is decremented by one, and when the timer value is not zero, the timing for opening the electric chew 6B has not arrived, so the process is terminated as it is. When the timer value decremented by 1 becomes 0, the opening timing of the electric chew 6B has arrived, so a solenoid drive signal is supplied to the solenoid 81 to move the movable wing piece of the ordinary variable winning ball apparatus 6B (electric chow 6B). Control is performed to tilt and change the second start winning opening to the open state. Furthermore, a timer value corresponding to a period (1.8 seconds in this case) during which the electric chew 6B (second start winning opening) is opened is set in the usual control process timer. Then, the value of the normal process flag is set to “3”, and the process is terminated.

  Step S143 and step S144 are executed for each timer interrupt, so that one or more times of opening of the electric chew 6B is realized (that is, the electric chew 6B (second starting prize opening) is released during the normal period. Realized).

  As shown in the above-described series of processing, in this embodiment, in the short-time state, the normal time fluctuation time is shorter than in the non-time-short state, and it is easy to become “per normal time”, and the frequency of opening the electric Chu 6B. In many cases, the total period of opening of the electric Chu 6B is also long. It should be noted that, after the elapse of the normal fluctuation time, the opening of the electric chew 6B may be started after a predetermined time has elapsed.

(Main operations in the production control board 12)
In the effect control board 12, when the supply of the power supply voltage is received from the power supply board or the like, the effect control CPU 120 is activated and executes, for example, a predetermined effect control main process. When the production control main process is started, the production control CPU 120 first executes a predetermined initialization process, clears the RAM 122, sets various initial values, and CTC (counter / timer mounted on the production control board 12). Circuit) register setting, etc.

  Thereafter, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not a timer interrupt flag provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 122 is on. The timer interrupt flag is a timer interrupt process that is executed separately from the effect control main process, and is based on a CTC register setting, for example, for a predetermined time (for example, 33 ms corresponding to the image display cycle of the image display device 5). Set to ON every time elapses. At this time, if the timer interrupt flag is off, the process waits. For this reason, a command analysis process, an effect control process process, and the like, which will be described later, are executed every time a timer interrupt occurs (every 33 ms).

  On the side of the effect control board 12, an interrupt for receiving an effect control command from the main board 11 is generated separately from the timer interrupt that occurs every time a predetermined time elapses. This interruption is generated when, for example, an effect control INT signal from the main board 11 is turned on.

  When an interruption due to the turn-on of the effect control INT signal occurs, the effect control CPU 120 automatically sets the interrupt prohibition, but if a CPU that does not automatically enter the interrupt disable state is used, the interrupt is interrupted. It is desirable to issue a prohibition instruction (DI instruction).

  The effect control CPU 120 executes, for example, a predetermined command reception interrupt process in response to an interrupt when the effect control INT signal is turned on. In this command reception interrupt process, a control signal that becomes an effect control command from a predetermined input port that receives a control signal transmitted from the main board 11 via the relay board 15 among the input ports included in the I / O 125. Capture. The effect control command captured at this time is stored in an effect control command reception buffer provided in the RAM 122, for example.

  Thereafter, the effect control CPU 120 sets the interrupt permission, and then ends the command reception interrupt process.

  If the timer interrupt flag is on, the timer interrupt flag is cleared and turned off, and command analysis processing is executed. In the command analysis process, for example, an effect control command transmitted from the game control microcomputer 100 of the main board 11 and stored in the effect control command reception buffer is read and analyzed, and settings and control corresponding to the analysis result are performed. Do.

  After executing the command analysis process, the effect control process is executed. In the effect control process, determination, determination, and setting according to an effect control command (command analyzed in the command analysis process) transmitted from the main board 11 and the like is performed on the control contents of the effect operation using various effect devices. Etc. are performed. Following the effect control process, an effect random number update process is executed. In the effect random number update process, numerical data indicating the effect random number counted by the random counter in the RAM 122 is updated by software as various random values used for effect control. Thereafter, it is determined again whether or not the timer interrupt flag is on.

(Command analysis processing)
Next, command analysis processing will be described. In the command analysis process, the reception command (the effect control command received by the effect control board 12) stored in the effect control command reception buffer is analyzed (for example, the MODE data is confirmed), and which effect control the received command is. Whether the command is specified or not is processed according to the specified effect control command. When a plurality of reception commands are stored in the effect control command reception buffer, in one command analysis process, all reception commands are analyzed in accordance with the order of reception and processing according to the analysis result.

  FIG. 17 and FIG. 18 show the relationship between the effect control command (effect control command name) specified by the analysis by the command analysis process and the processing content performed in the command analysis process corresponding to the effect control command. . FIG. 17 shows the processing content for the effect control command set for transmission in the special symbol process, and FIG. 18 shows the processing content for the effect control command set for transmission in the normal symbol process. In the figure, each command reception flag, each command storage area, and command buffer are provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 122. In addition, “set” for each command reception flag means to turn on the flag. Note that the state of each command reception flag and the command stored in each command storage area may be reset or deleted at an appropriate timing (the timing at which it is not necessary to check the flag state or command thereafter) Can be reset or erased.)

  When a gaming state designation command is received, the state of the high probability flag and the high base flag is controlled according to the gaming state designated by the gaming state designation command (both flags are provided in the RAM 122). For example, when the gaming state designation command indicates a high-accuracy high base state, both the high-accuracy flag and the high base flag are turned on. When the gaming state designation command indicates a high-accuracy low base state, the high-accuracy flag is turned on and the high base flag is turned on. Is turned off. Note that if the flag to be turned on is already in the on state, the on state may be maintained (the same applies to the off state). When the gaming state designation command indicates the low probability high base state, the high probability flag is turned off and the high base flag is turned on. When the gaming state designation command indicates the low probability low base state (normal state), the high probability flag and the base flag are turned off. By such control, it is possible to synchronize the game state at the time of executing the special figure game managed on the main board 11 side and the game state at the time of execution of the variable display of the decorative symbols managed on the effect control board 12 side. it can.

  FIG. 19 is a diagram showing a command buffer at the start winning prize. In this embodiment, as a start winning command buffer, a first start winning command buffer (FIG. 19A) and a second start winning command buffer (FIG. 19B) are prepared.

  A hold display number (first hold display number) serving as a buffer number is set in the first start winning command buffer. A set of commands including a first start winning designation command, a first special figure reserved memory number addition designation command, and a determination result designation command at the time of winning (the first starting prize to be transmitted from the main board 11 at the first start winning prize) Are stored in order from the beginning of the free area in the storage area corresponding to the first hold display numbers “1” to “4”.

  A hold display number (second hold display number) serving as a buffer number is set in the second start winning command buffer. A set of commands including a second start winning designation command, a second special figure reserved memory number addition designation command, and a determination result designation command at the time of winning (the second starting prize that is transmitted from the main board 11 at the second start winning prize) Are stored in order from the beginning of the free area in the storage area corresponding to the second hold display numbers “1” to “4”.

  The winning determination result designation command is stored in the first starting prize command buffer when it is transmitted together with the first starting prize designation command and the first special figure reserved memory number addition designation command, and the second starting prize designation command. And when it is transmitted together with the second special figure reserved memory number addition designation command, it is stored in the second start winning command buffer. For example, the winning determination result designation command is stored in the storage area corresponding to the hold display number in which the start winning designation command and the special figure reserved memory number addition designation command are stored, but the winning determination result designation command is not stored. It only has to be stored. Alternatively, information that can specify the storage location (holding display number) of the newly stored start winning designation command is stored in the RAM 122, and when the winning determination result designation command is analyzed, the information is set to the holding display number specified by the information. Correspondingly, the winning determination result specifying command may be stored. Also, a first winning determination result specifying command is prepared as a winning determination result specifying command when a first starting winning is generated, and a second winning determination result specifying command is used as a winning determination result specifying command when a second starting winning is generated And the first winning determination result specifying command may be stored in the first starting winning command buffer, and the second winning determination result specifying command may be stored in the second starting winning command buffer.

  When the winning determination result designation command is stored in the first start winning prize command buffer, the first winning determination result designation command reception flag is set (turned on). When a winning determination result designation command is stored in the second start winning prize command buffer, a second winning determination result designation command reception flag is set (turned on). Of the one set of start winning commands, the winning determination result designation command is transmitted last, so depending on the state of the flag, one set of starting win command is received and which command is the start winning command You can see if it was stored in the buffer.

  Since the first start winning game command is transmitted from the main board 11 in response to the hold of the first special figure game, when the first special figure game is held (when the first start win is generated) This means that one set of received commands (first start prize command) stored in the first start prize command buffer is incremented by one. Since the second start winning game command is transmitted from the main board 11 in response to the occurrence of the hold of the second special figure game, the second start win game corresponding to the occurrence of the hold of the second special figure game. One set of received commands (second start winning command) stored in the command buffer is increased by one.

  Further, as will be described in detail later, when the first special figure game is executed, the first start winning command stored corresponding to the first hold display numbers “2” to “4” is assigned to the first number. 1 hold display numbers “1” to “3” (see step S322 described later). Similarly, when the second special figure game is executed, the second hold display number of the second start winning prize command stored corresponding to the second hold display number “2” to “4” is the higher number. The shift is performed from “1” to “3” (see step S322 described later).

  As described above, the first start winning command and the hold data stored in correspondence with the same number in the hold display number in the first start winning command buffer and the hold number in the first special figure holding storage unit. (And the first special game corresponding to the hold data) and the number of first start winning commands stored in the first start winning command buffer is the number of the first special game. It will be the same as the number of 1 special figure hold memory. Also, the second start winning command and the hold data (and the hold data) stored in correspondence with the same number in the hold display number in the second start winning command buffer and the hold number in the second special figure hold storage unit. And the number of the second start winning command stored in the second start winning command buffer is the second special figure holding memory of the second special game. It becomes the same as the number.

  Further, each hold display number in the first start winning command buffer and the second start winning command buffer also corresponds to each display position of the hold display image. Specifically, each hold display number in the first start winning command buffer corresponds to each display position of the first hold display image provided in the area 5Ha of the display area 5H, and the hold display number “1” is Corresponding to the rightmost display position in the area 5Ha, the hold display number “2” corresponds to the second display position from the right in the area 5Ha, and the hold display number “3” is the third display position from the right in the area 5Ha. The hold display number “4” corresponds to the fourth (rightmost) display position from the right in the region 5Ha. Specifically, each hold display number in the second start winning command buffer corresponds to each display position of the second hold display image provided in the area 5Hb of the display area 5H, and the hold display number “1” is Corresponding to the leftmost display position in the area 5Hb, the hold display number “2” corresponds to the second display position from the left in the area 5Hb, and the hold display number “3” is the third display position from the left in the area 5Hb. The hold display number “4” corresponds to the fourth (rightmost) display position from the left in the area 5Hb.

  Further, each of the first start prize command buffer and the second start prize command buffer has a storage area for storing a freeze effect execution pattern (see FIG. 27, which will be described later in detail) corresponding to each hold display number. Is provided. The execution pattern of the freeze effect indicates the release timing of the freeze effect. When the execution pattern of freeze effect is stored in the command buffer at the time of starting winning a prize, the freeze is targeted for a special figure game (variable display of decorative symbols, hold display image, etc.) corresponding to the hold display number corresponding to the execution pattern. It shows that an effect is executed with the execution pattern. The execution pattern of the freeze effect is shifted to a higher holding display number together with the start winning command at the start of variable display (see step S322 described later). As will be described in detail later, the execution pattern of the freeze effect is checked at the start of variable display execution, and the effect control pattern setting for releasing the freeze effect (setting the effect control pattern for executing the freeze release effect and releasing the freeze, etc. ) Etc. are performed.

  In the start winning command buffer of FIG. 19, “0000 (H)” indicates that no command is stored, and “−” in the freeze effect execution pattern column stores a freeze effect execution pattern. (The freeze effect targeting the special game corresponding to the hold display number corresponding to the execution pattern is not executed).

(Production control process)
FIG. 19 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the effect control process. In the effect control process shown in FIG. 19, the effect control CPU 120 first executes the ordinary drawing linked effect processing (step S161A) and the freeze effect process (step S162B), and then the effect provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 122. Depending on the value of the process flag (initially “0”), one of the following processes in steps S170 to S175 is selected and executed.

  First, a process for a general map-linked effect or the like will be described (refer to FIG. 34 for the general map-linked effect). FIG. 21 is a flowchart illustrating an example of processing for interworking with ordinary drawings.

  In the process for processing a general map-linked effect or the like, the CPU 120 for effect control first determines whether or not the flag for executing a general map-linked effect is on (step S801). The normal-frame linked effect execution flag is a flag that is turned on during execution of the normal-page linked effect, and is provided in the RAM 122.

  When the multi-page linked effect execution flag is in the OFF state (step S801; No), the multi-page linked effect setting process for setting the execution of the multi-page linked effect is executed because the common figure linked effect is not executed. (Step S810).

  FIG. 22 is a flowchart showing an example of the normal-link linked effect setting process. In the general-purpose linked effect setting process, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not a normal time fluctuation start designation command or a common figure loss variation start designation command has been received (step S850). Whether the command has been received can be determined by checking whether the corresponding command reception flag (ordinary time fluctuation start designation command reception flag or common figure fluctuation start designation command reception flag) is on. Good (the same applies to the determination of reception of other effect control commands). If any of the above commands has not been received (step S850; No), the process is terminated.

  When any of the above commands is received (step S850; Yes), it is determined whether the current state is the high base state (time-short state) (step S851). Whether or not it is in the high base state may be determined by a high base flag. When in the high base state (step S851; Yes), the process is terminated. As a result, in the high base state, the execution of the usual figure interlocking effect is prohibited (since most are per ordinary figure).

  When it is not in the high base state (when the high base flag is off) (step S851; No), the current decorative symbol variable display (also a special symbol game) is being executed and the decorative symbol being executed is being executed. The remaining period of the variable display (the period from the present until the variable display result is derived) is longer than a predetermined period (for example, the normal figure change time “4 seconds” in the normal game in the non-time-short state) and has a margin It is determined whether or not it is longer than “7 seconds” (step S852A). When the remaining period is less than the predetermined period (step S852A; No), the process ends. As a result, when the remaining period of the variable display of the decorative symbols is small, the execution of the ordinary drawing interlocking effect is prohibited (to ensure the display opportunity of “heat” and “hard”).

  If the remaining period is equal to or longer than the predetermined period (step S852A; Yes), it is determined whether the freeze effect execution flag is on (step S852B). The freeze effect execution flag is a flag that is turned on during the period from the start of the freeze effect until the end of the variable display of the specially-designed game or the decorative design where the freeze effect ends. When the flag is on (step S852; Yes), the process ends. As a result, the execution of the ordinary drawing-linked effect is prohibited during execution of the freeze effect (in order to prevent the execution of the frozen effect and the ordinary drawing-linked effect).

  When the freeze effect execution flag is off (step S852B; No), the execution of the ordinary map interlocking effect is possible, so whether or not the ordinary map interlocking effect is executed is determined (step S853). In step S853, for example, the presence / absence of execution of the universal linkage effect is determined at a determination rate as shown in FIG.

  For example, in step S853, the effect control CPU 120 first extracts numerical data indicating the random value SR1 for determining execution of the usual-linked effect that is updated by the random number circuit 124 or the effect random counter. Subsequently, based on the random value SR1, the execution determination table for the general-purpose linked effect is determined with reference to the execution determination table for the general-purpose linked effect stored in advance in the ROM 121. For example, as the execution decision table, a first execution decision table (referred to when a normal time fluctuation start designation command is received) and a second execution decision table (common figure fluctuation start designation command are received). And will be referred to when). In each execution determination table, for example, a numerical value (determination value) to be compared with the random value SR1 is a predetermined range (a range in which each determination ratio in FIG. As long as it is assigned. The effect control CPU 120 decides not to execute the ordinary-linked effect if the decision result assigned to the decision value that matches the random value SR1 extracted this time is “no execution” in the table to be referenced, ”Is determined to execute the ordinary drawing linked effect.

  As can be seen from the determination example of FIG. 23, in this embodiment, when the display result of the executed ordinary game is “per ordinary”, the ordinary-linked effect is easily executed. In other words, when the ordinary map linkage effect is executed, the degree of expectation of “per ordinary map” is higher than when it is not executed.

  After step S853, it is determined whether or not it is decided to execute the ordinary map-linked effect (step S854), and when it is determined not to execute the ordinary map-linked effect (step S854; No), the process ends. On the other hand, when it is determined to execute the ordinary map linked effect (step S854; Yes), it is determined whether or not the display result of the current ordinary game is “per ordinary map” (step S855).

  When the command for starting fluctuation per hour is received and the command is “per hand” (step S855; Yes), the production pattern A (“O”, “×” for 4 seconds, which is the normal time fluctuation time at non-temporal speed). ”,“ Heat ”,“ Intense ”are variably displayed, and“ ○ ”is displayed as a production result. Set (step S856). In step S856, for example, an effect control pattern corresponding to the effect pattern A is set as a use pattern, and a timer value corresponding to the effect pattern A is set in a process timer for a normal-linked effect. Further, for example, based on display control data included in the production control pattern set as the usage pattern, a display control command is transmitted to the VDP of the display control unit 123, etc. ("O", "X", "Heat", "Intense" variable display) is started.

  After step S856, the normal-link-linked effect execution flag is turned on (step S857), and the process ends.

  When the command for starting the fluctuation of the general map loss is received and the command for the general map loss is received (step S855; Yes), the display result to be displayed in the general map linkage effect is displayed from “×” for notifying the general map loss. It is determined whether or not to change the expected value of the big hit (the expected degree that the display result is “big hit”) of the figure game (variable display of the decorative pattern) to “fever” or “hard” for the special figure for notifying (step S860). ). In step S860, for example, the display result may be determined not to be replaced, to be replaced with “heat”, or to be replaced with “hard” at a determination ratio as illustrated in FIG.

  For example, in step S860, the effect control CPU 120 first extracts numerical data indicating the replacement determination random value SR2 updated by the random number circuit 124 or the effect random counter. Subsequently, based on the random value SR2, the presence / absence of replacement is determined with reference to the replacement determination table stored and prepared in advance in the ROM 121. For example, as the replacement determination table, the first replacement determination table (referred to when the display result of the variable display of the special game being executed or the decorative symbol is “big hit”. The display result is stored as a display result designation command. And a second replacement determination table (referred to when the variable display being executed is “lost”) and a second replacement determination table. In each determination table, for example, a numerical value (determination value) to be compared with the random value SR2 is a predetermined range (a range in which each determination ratio in FIG. 23 is realized), and the determination results are “no replacement”, “heat”, It only needs to be assigned to “Intense”. The CPU 120 for effect control determines not to replace the display result if the determination result assigned to the determination value that matches the random value SR2 extracted this time is “no replacement” in the table to be referred to, and may be “heat”. For example, it is determined that the display result is replaced with “heat”, and when it is “extreme”, it is determined that the display result is replaced with “super”.

  As can be seen from the determination example of FIG. 24, in this embodiment, when the display result of the special figure game being executed is “big hit”, the replacement to “super” → the replacement to “heat”, “replacement” In the order of “None”, the decision rate is high, and in the case of “Lose”, the reverse is true. For this reason, there is a change to “Intense” or “Heat”, and when “Intense” or “Heat” is displayed in a given performance, the expectation of jackpot is higher than when “X” is displayed, , “Geki” has a higher expectation level than “Heat”.

  After step S860, the execution start of the common figure linked effect in the effect pattern B according to the determination result in the step is set (step S861). In the production pattern B, “○”, “×”, “Heat”, “Geki” are variably displayed for 4 seconds, which is the normal time fluctuation time at the time of non-short time, and “×”, “Heat”, “ This is a pattern in which the one determined above is stopped and displayed for a predetermined period (for example, 1 second). In step S861, for example, an effect control pattern corresponding to the effect pattern B is set as a use pattern, and a timer value corresponding to the effect pattern B is set in a process timer for a normal-link-linked effect. Further, for example, based on display control data included in the production control pattern set as the usage pattern, a display control command is transmitted to the VDP of the display control unit 123, etc. ("O", "X", "Heat", "Intense" variable display) is started.

  After step S861, the normal-link linked effect execution flag is turned on (step S862), and the process ends.

  Returning to FIG. 21, when the normal diagram linked effect execution flag is on (step S <b> 801; Yes), it is determined whether the current timing is the end timing of the normal diagram linked effect (step S <b> 802). For example, the timer value of the process timer for the normal-linked effect is reduced by 1, and the timer value becomes “0”, or is included in the effect control pattern set in the usage pattern, and the timer after being reduced by 1 When the data corresponding to the determination value that matches the value is an end code, it is determined that the current timing is the end timing of the usual-frame-linked effect. In cases other than the above, it is determined that it is not the end timing.

  If the current time is not the end timing of the normal-frame-linked effect (step S802; No), the effect-controlling CPU 120 of the effect control pattern set as the usage pattern is the timer value of the process timer for the general-purpose-linked effect (subtracted by 1). Based on the data corresponding to the determination value that coincides with the timer value) (step S803).

  In step S <b> 803, for example, a predetermined display control command is transmitted to the VDP or the like of the display control unit 123 to display an image of a normal-link-linked effect. In the effect operation control, a predetermined control signal (electrical sound signal) is output from the speakers 8L and 8R by outputting a predetermined control signal (sound effect signal) to the audio control board 13, and a predetermined control signal (electrical power to the lamp control board 14 is output. The game effect lamp 9 or the like may be turned on / off by the output of the decoration signal). In addition, during the period in which “○” is stopped and displayed as the production result in the ordinary-linked production, the electric chew lamp 90 is turned on by the output of a predetermined control signal (lighting signal) to the lamp control board 14 (the lighting is performed). The production control pattern is also included in the production control pattern.)

  If the current timing is the end timing of the ordinary drawing-linked effect (step S802; Yes), the display-control command is output to the VDP or the like of the display control unit 123, for example. A control for deleting the effect result displayed in the area 5X is performed (step S804), and the normal-frame linked effect execution flag is turned off (step S805).

  After steps S803, S805, and S810, the process for interoperating with the normal map is terminated.

  Here, the usual figure linked production is executed and set in a batch by a set of production control patterns from the start to the end (display result display end). The change end designation command at the time of losing and the end designation command per normal drawing are not necessarily required.) The variable display end (display of the effect result) in the multi-drawing effect is indicated by the command change end designation command from the main board 11. Or, it may be performed based on a command for ending the change at the time of usual figure loss. For example, when the CPU 120 for effect control receives the normal time change end designation command, it stops and displays “, ○” in the normal map interlocking effect (even if the lighting of the electric chew lamp 90 is started at this time). It is good.) When a normal figure losing change end designation command is received, “, ×”, “heat”, or “geki” is stopped and displayed in the general figure linked production.

  Further, the display end of “◯” may also be performed based on the end designation per unit command from the main board 11. The effect control CPU 120 may end the display of “◯” when the command is received (the lighting of the electric chew lamp 90 may be started at this time). The display of other display results may be similarly ended based on the command from the main board 11 (in this case, the command is transmitted from the main board 11 when the display of the display result of the usual game is ended). To do.)

  When the production control CPU 120 transmits a start command (a command for designating a display result or the like) to the display control unit 123 when the execution of the common map production production is started, the display control unit 123 thereafter executes the common figure production production. You may make it perform control of.

  Next, the freeze effect process (step S161B) will be described. FIG. 25 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a freeze effect process.

  In the freeze effect process, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not a new start winning command has been received this time (step S671). For example, when the first winning determination result designation command reception flag or the second winning determination result designation command reception flag is on, a new start winning command buffer or second start winning command buffer is newly added. Since one set of start winning command is stored, it is determined that a new start winning command has been received.

  When both the first winning determination result designation command reception flag and the second winning determination result designation command reception flag are in the ON state, the first winning prize determination command buffer is stored here. Regarding the new start winning command, that is, it is determined that there is a new reception of the second start winning command, and the following processing is performed.

  When a plurality of sets of start winning commands are stored in the start winning command buffer, the following processing may be performed for the most recently stored command, or the following processing may be performed for each of them. Good. For example, which of the start winning commands stored in the first start winning command buffer and the second starting winning command buffer is the new received command this time, the order of receiving the start winning commands, etc. Information that can be specified is stored in the RAM 122 during the command analysis process, and in the pre-reading change effect setting process, a predetermined order (the second special figure game is prioritized and reserved) for each start winning command (each hold) is set. The following processing may be performed according to the display number order or the reception order of the start winning command.

  If no new start winning command is received (step S671; No), the freeze effect is not executed, and the process is terminated.

  When a new start winning command is received (step S671; Yes), it is determined whether any of the notice effect B, C execution flag, or the normal-link linked effect execution flag is on (step S672). The notice effect B or C execution flag is a flag that is turned on during the notice effect B or C, and is provided in the RAM 122.

  If any one of the two flags is on (step S672; Yes), the process proceeds to step S680. In this manner, during the execution period of any one of the notice effect C or B and the normal-link-linked effect, execution of the freeze effect is restricted (in this case, prohibited).

  If both of the two flags are off (step S672; No), it is determined whether another execution restriction condition for the freeze effect is satisfied (whether there is another execution restriction) (step S673). For example, the variable display result of the decorative pattern is currently being displayed (for example, a flag that is turned on when the variable display result is displayed in the RAM 122 and this flag is turned on) is displayed. The symbol variable display is not executed (for example, when the production process flag is other than “2”, etc.), or the winning determination result designation command included in the new start winning command to be processed is “no determination” If it is specified or the freeze effect execution flag is on, it is determined that another execution restriction condition is satisfied (there is another execution restriction).

  It is to be noted that the winning determination result designation command of the start winning command corresponding to the variable display executed before the new start winning command (target) to be processed is checked, ”And“ Leach Loss ”at least when“ Big Bonus ”is specified, the execution of the freeze effect may be restricted (for example, it is possible to prevent sudden transition to the big hit game state during the execution of the freeze effect). To prevent the execution of the reach effect from being limited by the freeze effect in the variable display before the target).

  If there is an execution limit (step S673; Yes), the process proceeds to step S680 to limit the execution of the freeze effect.

  When there is no execution restriction (step S673; No), it is determined whether or not the freeze effect is executed (step S674). In step S674, for example, the presence / absence of execution of the freeze effect may be determined at a determination ratio as shown in FIG.

  For example, in step S674, the effect control CPU 120 first extracts numerical data indicating the random effect value SR3 for determining the freeze effect execution updated by the random number circuit 124 or the effect random counter. Subsequently, based on the random value SR3, whether to execute or not is determined with reference to a freeze effect execution determination table prepared in advance stored in the ROM 121. For example, first to third freeze effect execution determination tables are prepared as the determination table. The first freeze effect execution determination table is referred to when the determination result specified by the winning determination result specifying command included in the new start winning command (target) to be processed is “big hit”, and the second freeze effect execution is performed. The determination table is referred to when the determination result is “reach lose”, and the third freeze effect execution determination table is referred to when the determination result is “non-reach lose”. In each determination table, for example, a numerical value (determination value) to be compared with the random value SR3 is a predetermined range (a range in which each determination ratio in FIG. 26 is realized), and the determination results are “no execution” and “execution”. As long as it is assigned to. The effect control CPU 120 determines that the freeze effect is not executed if the decision result assigned to the decision value that matches the random value SR3 extracted this time is “no execution” in the table to be referenced, and “execution is performed”. If there is a freeze production, it is decided to execute.

  As can be seen from the determination example of FIG. 26, in this embodiment, when “big hit” is selected, “executed” is easily selected (decision ratio is high), and “reach lose” and “non-reach lose” In such a case, it is easy to select “no execution” (the determination rate is high). For this reason, when the freeze effect is executed, the big hit expectation degree that the display result of the target special figure game (variable display of decorative symbols) is “big hit” is higher than when the freeze effect is not executed.

  After step S674, it is determined whether or not it is determined to execute the freeze effect (step S675). If it is determined not to execute (step S675; No), the process proceeds to step S680 and if it is determined to execute (step S675) S675; Yes), the execution pattern of the freeze effect to be executed (end time of the freeze effect) is determined (step S676). In step S676, the execution pattern of the freeze effect may be determined, for example, at a determination ratio as shown in FIG.

  For example, in step S676, the effect control CPU 120 first extracts numerical data indicating the random effect value SR4 for determining the freeze effect execution pattern updated by the random number circuit 124 or the effect random counter. Subsequently, based on the random value SR4, an execution pattern is determined with reference to a freeze effect execution pattern determination table stored and prepared in advance in the ROM 121. For example, first to third freeze effect execution pattern determination tables are prepared as the determination table. The first freeze effect execution pattern determination table is referred to when the determination result specified by the winning determination result specifying command included in the new start winning command (target) to be processed is “big hit”, and the second freeze effect is determined. The execution pattern determination table is referred to when the determination result is “reach loss”, and the third freeze effect execution pattern determination table is referred to when the determination result is “non-reach loss”. In each determination table, for example, a numerical value (determination value) to be compared with the random value SR4 is a predetermined range (a range in which each determination ratio in FIG. 27 is realized), and “FP1-1” and “FP1- 2 ”. If the decision result assigned to the decision value that matches the random value SR4 extracted this time is “FP1-1” in the table to be referred to, the effect control CPU 120 executes the execution pattern FP1-1 (freezes at the start of variable display of the target). If it is determined that the freeze effect is to be executed with the pattern for ending the effect (see FIG. 27), and the determination result is “FP1-2”, the execution pattern FP1-2 (the pattern for ending the freeze effect when reach is established in the variable display of the target) 27), it is determined that the freeze effect is executed.

  As can be seen from the determination example of FIG. 27, in this embodiment, when “big hit”, “FP1-2” is easily selected (the determination ratio is high), and “reach lose” and “non-reach lose” In this case, “FP1-1” is easily selected (the determination ratio is high). For this reason, the display result of the target special-purpose game (decorative display of decorative symbols) is greater when the freeze effect is executed with the execution pattern FP1-2 than when the freeze effect is executed with the FP1-1. The expectation of hitting a big hit is high. Thus, in this embodiment, the big hit expectation degree differs according to the execution period of the freeze effect (the longer the execution period, the higher the big hit expectation degree). In the case of “non-reach”, since it is unlikely that reach will be established at the target, “FP1-2” is not selected.

  After step S676, the setting for starting the execution of the freeze effect is performed (step S677), the freeze effect execution flag is turned on (step S678), and the determination result (execution pattern) determined above is the new processing target for this time. It is stored in the first or second start winning command buffer in association with the start winning command (target) (step S679).

  In step S677, for example, a predetermined display control command is transmitted to the VDP or the like of the display control unit 123 and an effect image (an image such as a variable display of a decorative pattern or a background) currently displayed on the image display device 5 is displayed. Stop (freeze) and rewrite the effect control pattern currently set as the use pattern to the effect control pattern for freeze effect (a pattern that displays a stop image (freeze image) and performs variable display of small symbols, etc.) Rewrite). By this rewriting, the execution of various effects such as the notice effect and the reach effect scheduled to be executed is cancelled. Thereafter, the execution of the freeze effect is continued in step S172 described later. The freeze effect may include a sound output for freeze effect and lighting of the game effect lamp 9.

  After step S679, step S680 is executed, and a predetermined display control command is transmitted to the VDP or the like of the display control unit 123, so that the new start winning command is held in the display area 5H. Whether the first hold display image is newly displayed at the display position corresponding to the number (when the first start winning command is received), or the hold display number of the new start winning command in the area 5Hb of the display area 5H A second hold display image is additionally displayed at the corresponding display position (when the second start winning command is received). This process is performed for all commands when a plurality of start winning commands are received. The addition of the hold display image may be performed in the command analysis process when the special figure hold memory number addition designation command is received. After step S680, the process ends.

  Next, the processing in steps S170 to S175 will be described.

  The variable display start waiting process in step S170 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “0”.

  In this variable display start waiting process, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not a variation pattern designation command from the main board 11 has been received. Note that this determination may be made based on, for example, whether the command is stored in the variation pattern designation command storage area.

  When the variation pattern designation command is received, in order to start the variable display of the decorative symbols in synchronization with the start of the special figure game, the variable process start waiting process is performed after the value of the effect process flag is updated to “1”. Ends. If the variation pattern designation command has not been received, the variable display start waiting process is terminated as it is. A variation pattern designation command reception flag is provided, and when the variation pattern designation command is received, the flag is set in the command analysis process. In the variable display start waiting process, the variation pattern designation command is set based on the state of the flag. The presence or absence of reception may be determined.

  The variable display start setting process of step S171 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “1”. FIG. 28 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a variable display start setting process.

  In the variable display start setting process, the effect control CPU 120 firstly specifies the current variation pattern (designated by the variation pattern designation command stored in the variation pattern designation command storage area; the same applies hereinafter) and the present variable display result ( The final stop symbol (determined decorative symbol) is determined based on the display result designation command stored in the display result designation command storage area (the same applies hereinafter) (step S321). For example, in the case of “big hit”, a combination of decorative symbols arranged in the same symbol is determined as a confirmed decorative symbol. In the case of “losing”, the final stop symbol is determined according to whether the variation pattern is reach or non-reach. Each final stop symbol may be selected randomly from a plurality of combinations using a random number value and a table.

  The stored contents of the first start winning command buffer or the second starting winning command buffer are shifted (step S322).

  In the shift of the stored contents, if the current variation pattern designation command designates the start of the first special figure game, the first hold display numbers “2” to “4” in the command buffer at the first start winning prize are displayed. Correspondingly stored first start winning command and freeze effect execution pattern are shifted to the higher numbered first hold display numbers “1” to “3” (the first hold display number before the shift “ The stored content corresponding to “1” is deleted from the command buffer at the time of the first start winning prize and is held in a predetermined area of the RAM 122 until the end of the current variable display). If the current variation pattern designation command designates the start of the second special figure game, it is stored corresponding to the second hold display numbers “2” to “4” of the command buffer at the second start winning prize. The second start winning command and the execution pattern of the freeze effect are shifted to the second hold display numbers “1” to “3” of higher rank numbers (the memory corresponding to the second hold display number “1” before the shift). The content is deleted from the command buffer at the time of the second start winning prize and is held in a predetermined area of the RAM 122 until the end of the current variable display).

  After step S322, it is determined whether the freeze effect execution flag is on (step S323). When it is on (step S323; Yes), it is determined whether the variable display (the change) to be executed this time is the target. (Step S324). For example, if the storage content held in the predetermined area of the RAM 122 in step 322 includes the execution pattern of the freeze effect, it is determined that the change is the target.

  If the variation is not the target (step S324; No), the stopped effect screen is captured by the display control unit 123 at the start of the freeze effect execution in step S677, and the display control unit 123), a small symbol variable display is executed with the current variation pattern, and an effect control pattern for deriving the final stop symbol determined above is set as the current usage pattern.

  When the change is the target (step S324; Yes), it is determined to end the freeze effect at a timing corresponding to the execution pattern of the freeze effect held in the predetermined area of the RAM 122 (step S325). In this embodiment, at the end of the freeze effect, the freeze release effect for notifying the freeze release is executed. Therefore, the determination is made to execute the freeze release effect at a timing according to the execution pattern of the freeze effect. It is also a thing. When the execution pattern is FP1-1, it is determined that the freeze release effect is executed at the start of variable display of decorative symbols. In the case of FP1-2, it is determined that the freeze release effect is executed when reach is established. In addition, even if it is decided to execute the freeze release effect when the reach is established, if the current variation pattern specifies non-reach (if the pre-reading determination is missed), the display of the decorative symbol variable display is started or in advance It may be determined to execute the freeze release effect at a predetermined timing.

  When the freeze effect execution flag is not in the on state (step S323; No), since the notice effect can be executed, it is determined whether or not the notice effect is executed (step S326). In step S326, for example, the presence / absence of the notice effect may be determined at a determination ratio as shown in FIG.

  For example, in step S326, the effect control CPU 120 first extracts numerical data indicating the random number value SR5 for determining the notice effect execution updated by the random number circuit 124, the effect random counter, or the like. Subsequently, based on the random value SR5, an execution pattern is determined with reference to a notice effect execution determination table prepared and stored in advance in the ROM 121. For example, as the determination table, a first notice effect execution determination table (referred to when the current variable display result is “big hit”) and a second notice effect execution determination table (this variable display result is “lost”). Is referred to when). In each decision table, for example, a numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random value SR5 is a predetermined range (a range in which each decision ratio in FIG. 29 is realized), and the decision results are “no execution” and “execution”. As long as it is assigned to. The CPU 120 for effect control determines that the notice effect is not executed if the determination result assigned to the determined value that matches the random value SR5 extracted this time is “no execution” in the table to be referred to. If there is a notice effect, it is determined to be executed.

  As can be seen from the determination example of FIG. 27, in this embodiment, “execution is easy” is easily selected when “big hit” (decision ratio is high), and “execution” is selected when “losing”. “None” is easy to select (the decision rate is high). For this reason, the big hit expectation degree of the said fluctuation | variation (variable display performed from now on) is higher when the notice effect is executed than when it is not executed.

  After step S326, it is determined whether or not it is determined to execute the notice effect (step S327). If it is determined that the notice effect is to be executed (step S327; Yes), the type of the notice effect to be executed is determined (step S328). In step S328, for example, the presence / absence of the notice effect may be determined at a determination ratio as shown in FIG.

  For example, in step S326, the effect control CPU 120 first extracts numerical data indicating the random number value SR6 for determining the notice effect type updated by the random number circuit 124 or the effect random counter. Subsequently, based on the random value SR6, an execution pattern is determined with reference to a notice effect type determination table prepared in advance stored in the ROM 121. For example, as the determination table, a first notice effect type determination table (referred to when the current variable display result is “big hit”) and a second notice effect type determination table (this variable display result is “lost”). Is referred to when). In each determination table, for example, a numerical value (determination value) to be compared with the random value SR6 is within a predetermined range (a range in which each determination ratio in FIG. 30 is realized), and the determination result “notice effect A” to “notice effect” C ”may be allocated to each. The effect control CPU 120 determines to execute the notice effect A if the decision result assigned to the decision value that matches the random value SR6 extracted this time is “notice effect A” in the table to be referenced, and the decision result is “ If “notice effect B”, it is determined to execute the notice effect B, and if the determination result is “notice effect C”, it is determined to execute the notice effect C.

  As can be seen from the determination example of FIG. 30, in this embodiment, in the case of “big hit”, the determination ratio is high in the order of “notice effect C”, “notice effect B”, “notice effect A”, In the case of “losing”, the opposite is true. For this reason, in the order of “notice effect C”, “notice effect B”, and “notice effect A”, the big hit expectation degree of the fluctuation (variable display to be executed from now on) is high (the notice effect C is the highest).

  When the notice effect is not executed (step S327; No), after step S328, after step S325, the decoration pattern corresponding to the determination result, the current variation pattern, the final stop pattern determined in step S321, and the like are changed. An effect control pattern for display or the like is set as a use pattern (step S329).

  For example, if it is determined in step S325 that the freeze release effect is to be executed at the start of variable display, the freeze release effect is executed immediately after the start of variable display (in this case, the small symbols can be changed with the pattern specified by the variation pattern). After that, a decorative design variable display, a reach effect, etc. are executed with the pattern specified by the variation pattern (including a background display), and an effect control pattern for deriving the final stop symbol is set. If it is determined in step S325 that the freeze release effect is executed when the reach is established, the freeze effect is executed, and the freeze release effect is executed after the reach is established (when the freeze effect and the freeze release effect are executed, the change pattern is designated). After that, the small symbol is variably displayed), and thereafter, the decorative symbol is variably displayed and the reach effect (including the background display) is executed with the pattern specified by the variation pattern, and the final stop symbol is derived. Set the production control pattern. Further, when it is determined that the notice effect is to be executed, the decorative pattern variable display or reach effect, the determined type of notice effect, etc. are executed (including background display etc.) in the pattern specified by the variation pattern. An effect control pattern for deriving a stop symbol is set.

  After steps S329 and S330, the effect control CPU 120 uses, for example, a timer value corresponding to the special figure change time corresponding to the current change pattern as an initial value for the effect control process timer provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 122. It sets (step S331).

  Then, a setting for starting variable display (fluctuation) of decorative symbols on the image display device 5 (starting setting for effect operation control) is performed (step S332). At this time, for example, based on the display control data included in the effect control pattern set as the usage pattern, a predetermined display control command is transmitted to the VDP or the like of the display control unit 123, etc. And variable display of small symbols is also a kind of production).

  Thereafter, the display update setting of the hold display image is set (step S333). For example, when the first special figure reserved memory number subtraction designation command is received, a predetermined display control command is transmitted to the VDP or the like of the display control unit 123, so that the left area 5Ha of the display area 5H is transmitted. The rightmost first hold display image is deleted, and each of the other first hold display images is shifted to the display position adjacent to the right (when there is one first hold display image, only the first hold display image is deleted) Is done.) For example, when the second special figure reserved memory number subtraction designation command is received, a predetermined display control command is transmitted to the VDP or the like of the display control unit 123, so that the right area 5Hb of the display area 5H is transmitted. The leftmost second reserved display image is erased, and each of the other second reserved display images is shifted to the display position adjacent to the left (when there is one second reserved display image, only the second reserved display image is erased) Is done.)

  Thereafter, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “2” (step S333), and the variable display start setting process ends.

  The variable display in-process in step S172 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “2”. FIG. 31 is a flowchart illustrating an example of processing during variable display.

  In the variable display processing, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the variable display time (special drawing change time) corresponding to the current change pattern has elapsed based on the timer value of the effect control process timer, for example. (Step S551). As an example, in the process of step S551, the timer value of the effect control process timer is decremented by 1, and the data included in the effect control pattern associated with the process timer determination value that is the same value as the timer value decremented by 1 is the end code. It is determined whether or not the special figure fluctuation time has elapsed.

  If it is not the end code, that is, if the special figure fluctuation time has not elapsed (step S551; No), it is determined whether the freeze effect is being executed (step S552). Whether the freeze effect is being executed may be defined by, for example, an effect control pattern (for example, data associated with a process timer determination value that is the same value as the timer value reduced by 1 in step S551). As long as it is prescribed, the same applies to the following), a flag that is turned on during the period during which the freeze effect is being executed may be prepared so that the determination can be made based on the state of the flag.

  When the freeze effect is being executed (step S552; Yes), for example, the effect control CPU 120 performs effect operation control for executing the freeze effect (including variable display of small symbols) (step S553). The production operation control is performed by the display control unit 123 based on the data included in the production control pattern set as the usage pattern and associated with the process timer determination value that is the same value as the timer value decremented by 1 in step S551. Transmitting a predetermined display control command to a VDP or the like to display a predetermined image, and outputting a predetermined control signal (sound effect signal) to the sound control board 13 outputs sound and sound effect from the speakers 8L and 8R. Or at least one of causing the game effect lamp 9 to be turned on / off by outputting a predetermined control signal (lighting signal) to the lamp control board 14 (in particular, displaying at least an image). (Including other production operation control). By executing the process of step S553 for each timer interruption, it is possible to implement a freeze effect and a variable symbol variable display.

  If the freeze effect is not being executed (step S552; No), after step S553, it is determined whether the current time is the freeze release effect execution period (step S554). The said period should just be prescribed | regulated by the production | presentation control pattern.

  When it is during the freeze release effect execution period (step S554; Yes), for example, the effect control CPU 120 performs effect operation control for executing the freeze release effect (including variable display of small symbols) (step S555). ). By executing the process of step S555 for each timer interruption, it is possible to realize the freeze release effect and the small display variable display.

  When it is not during the freeze release effect execution period (step S554; No), after step S555, it is determined whether or not the present time is the execution start timing of the notice effect (step S556). The said timing should just be prescribed | regulated by the production | presentation control pattern.

  When it is the execution start timing of the notice effect (step S556; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether the notice effect to be executed is the notice effect B or C (step S557), and is the notice effect B or C. In the case (step S557; Yes), the notice effect B and the C execution flag are turned on (step S558).

  If it is not the execution start timing of the notice effect (step S556; No), if it is not the notice effect B or C (step S557; No), after step S558, it is determined whether the present is the notice effect execution period (step S559). ). The said period should just be prescribed | regulated with the production | presentation control pattern.

  When it is the notice effect execution period (step S559; Yes), effect operation control for executing the notice effect is performed (step S560). Execution of the notice effect is realized by executing the process of step S560 for each timer interruption. Thereafter, in step S560, it is determined whether or not the presentation operation control at the end of the notice presentation effect B or C has been performed (it should be specified in the production control pattern) (step S561), and if it is performed (step S561; Yes). ), The notice effect B, C execution flag is turned off (step S562).

  When it is not the notice effect execution period (step S559; No), when it is not the end of the notice effect B or C (step S561; No), it is determined after step S562 whether the present is the reach effect execution period (step S563). ). The said period should just be prescribed | regulated with the production | presentation control pattern.

  When it is a reach production execution period (step S563; Yes), production operation control for performing a reach production is performed (step S564). Execution of the reach effect is realized by executing the processing of step S564 for each timer interruption.

  If it is not the reach effect execution period (step S563; No), effect operation control for executing other effects (variable display of decorative symbols, background display, etc.) is performed (step S565). Execution of other effects (such as variable display of decorative symbols) is realized by executing step S565 for each timer interruption. After step S565, the variable display in-process is terminated.

  For example, at the start timing of each effect (or a predetermined break timing of one effect), the effect control CPU 120 transmits a display control command such as effect start to the display control unit 123, and the subsequent effects May be controlled by the display control unit 123. In addition, after the processes of steps S553 and S555 for executing the freeze effect and the freeze release effect, the variable display in-process may be terminated.

  The data corresponding to the same process timer judgment value as the timer value decremented by 1 in the process of step S551 (data included in the effect control pattern) is the end code, and the special figure variation time is variably displayed in the decorative pattern (even in the special figure game) If it has elapsed since the start of (Yes) (step S551; Yes), it is determined whether or not a symbol confirmation designation command has been received (step S571). At this time, if the command is not received (step S571; No), the variable display in-process is terminated and waits. If the predetermined time has passed without receiving the symbol confirmation designation command after the variable display time has elapsed, the predetermined error processing is performed in response to the failure to receive the symbol confirmation designation command normally. It may be executed.

  If a symbol confirmation designation command is received (step S571; Yes), for example, a decorative symbol such as transmitting a predetermined display control command to the VDP or the like of the display control unit 123 (when freeze effect is not executed). Alternatively, control is performed to derive and display the final stop symbol that is the variable display result in the variable display of the small symbol (when the freeze effect is executed) (step S572). The final stop symbol is the final stop symbol determined in step S171. It should be noted that the control content of the derivation display only needs to be defined by, for example, the production control pattern. For example, the final stop symbol data is stored in the RAM 122, and the final stop symbol is derived and displayed based on the stored data. Also good. After step S572, a timer value corresponding to the hit start designation command reception waiting time is set in the effect control process timer or the like (step S573). The final stop symbol is displayed for a predetermined period. The final stop symbol at the time of losing may be displayed until the start of variable display of the next decorative symbol or small symbol (that is, at the start of the next special game).

  Then, it is determined whether the freeze release effect has been executed during the execution of the current variable display (step S574). For example, the determination may be performed by checking the currently used effect control pattern, or the determination may be performed by preparing a flag that is turned on when the freeze release effect is executed and checking the flag. You may go.

  When the freeze release effect is executed (step S574; Yes), the freeze effect execution flag is turned off (step S575).

  If the freeze release effect is not executed after step S575 (step S574; No), the value of the effect process flag is updated to “3”, which is a value corresponding to the waiting process per special figure (step S575), and is variable. The displaying process is terminated.

  By repeatedly executing step S172 for each timer interruption, execution of various effects such as a variable display of decorative symbols, a notice effect, a freeze effect, a freeze release effect, and a reach effect is realized.

  The special figure waiting process in step S173 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “3”.

  In the waiting process per special figure, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not a hit start designation command has been received (for example, it can be determined based on whether or not the command is stored in the hit start designation command storage area). If it is determined that the hit start designation command has been received, execution setting for the big hit effect (the effect executed during the big hit game state) is performed. The big hit effect is an effect from the start of the fanfare to before the ending among the effects executed during the big hit gaming state. In the execution setting of the big hit effect, for example, the production control pattern for executing the big hit effect is set as the use pattern, and the timer initial value corresponding to the execution time of the effect control pattern set as the use pattern is set as the effect control process. Set to timer. Thereafter, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “4”, and the waiting process per special figure is ended.

  On the other hand, if it is determined that the hit start designation command has not yet been received, it is determined whether the hit start designation command reception waiting time has elapsed. For example, 1 is subtracted from the timer value of the effect control process timer, and it is determined whether the timer value obtained by subtracting 1 is “0”, thereby determining the elapse of the waiting time. If the timer value after subtraction of 1 is not 0, the hit start designation command reception waiting time has not elapsed, so this processing is terminated as it is.

  If the timer value after subtraction of 1 is 0, it means that the waiting time for receiving the hit start designation command has elapsed, so it is determined that the special figure display result in the special figure game is “losing”, and the rendering process The value of the flag is updated to “0” which is an initial value, and this process is terminated.

  The hitting process in step S174 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “4”.

  In the hit process, the effect control CPU 120 performs effect operation control for reducing the timer value of the effect control process timer by one and executing the big hit effect based on the effect control pattern set as the usage pattern. Further, it is determined whether or not a hit end designating command has been received (determining whether or not the command has been stored in the hit end designating command storage area). Since all the processes are not completed, the hit process is terminated without updating the value of the production process flag. Further, when the winning end designation command is received, all the round games are ended. Therefore, in order to start execution of the ending effect, the value of the effect process flag is a value corresponding to step S175 “5”. And the hit processing is terminated.

  At the time of the update, an effect control pattern for executing the ending is set as a use pattern, and a timer initial value corresponding to the execution time of the effect control pattern selected as the use pattern is set in the effect control process timer. The ending effect control pattern may be set in advance.

  By repeatedly executing step S174 (especially the above-described effect operation control) for each timer interruption, the execution of the big hit effect set to be executed in step S173 is realized.

  The ending process of step S175 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “5”.

  In the ending process, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether the ending execution period has elapsed. For example, the timer value of the production control process timer is decremented by 1, and it is determined whether or not the data included in the production control pattern that is associated with the process timer judgment value that is the same value as the 1 subtracted timer value is an end code. To determine whether the ending period has elapsed.

  If the data included in the effect control pattern is not an end code and the ending execution period has not elapsed, the ending effect operation control is performed based on the effect control pattern set as the usage pattern, and the process is terminated. . When the data included in the effect control pattern is an end code and the ending execution period has elapsed, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “0”, which is the initial value, and the ending process ends.

  By repeatedly executing step S175 for each timer interruption, it is possible to execute the ending effect set to be executed in the hit process.

  In the above series of processing, when the value of the production process flag is updated to “0” which is the initial value, one variable display or the like has been completed, so the production control process timer and various flag states Various data such as counters and counter values (those that you do not want to carry over to the next variable display) may be reset as appropriate.

(Example of production screen)
A screen example of various effects executed by the series of processes will be described.

  FIG. 32 is an example of an effect screen when executing a freeze effect using the execution pattern FP1-1 as an execution pattern.

  Prior to execution of the freeze effect, as shown in FIG. 32A, the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R are arranged in the center of the screen of the image display device 5, and the decorative symbols are arranged. (Refer to the downward arrow in FIG. 32A. In the other figures, the downward arrow indicates the decorative symbols and small symbols that are variably displayed.) At this time, a background image in which the star moves from right to left is displayed.

  Thereafter, when the freeze effect is executed, the display screen of the image display device 5 stops (freezes) as shown in FIG. Specifically, the decorative display variable display is temporarily stopped, and the movement of the background stars is also stopped. Further, when another effect is being executed, the movement of the effect is also stopped. The stopped screen is a screen at the time of starting the freeze effect execution (stop timing). The timing is substantially the same as when the display of the first hold display image of the target is started, that is, when the hold is generated. Therefore, the player starts the freeze effect by the occurrence of the hold (start winning prize). Recognize that During the stop, variable display of small symbols is executed in the display areas 5La, 5Ca, and 5Ra at the upper right of the screen. The small symbol variable display is executed instead of the decorative symbol cannot be variably displayed. For example, the small symbol variable display is executed in the same manner as the decorative symbol variable display mode when the freeze effect is not executed. It is what is done. Even when the freeze effect is being executed, when a new hold occurs, the hold display image is additionally displayed.

  When the freezing effect is being executed and the effect screen is frozen, as shown in FIG. 32C, the final stop symbol is derived and displayed in a small symbol in synchronization with the derivation of the variable display result in the special figure game. . Thereafter, the hold before the target is digested (meaning that the special figure game held before the target has been executed), and when the variable display of the target is executed, as shown in FIG. 32 (D). The freeze release effect is executed immediately after the start of the variable display. The freeze release effect is an effect of notifying that the freeze effect has ended, and is, for example, an effect of displaying “Freeze release!”. Note that when the freeze release effect is executed, variable display of the small symbols is continued. Also, the background etc. remains stopped.

  In the freeze effect, the lighting state of the game effect lamp 9 may also be stopped at the start of execution of the freeze effect. Further, the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R is, for example, for a freeze effect (sound related to the screen being stopped). Also in the freeze release effect, for example, a lighting mode of the game effect lamp 9 for the effect and a sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R are prepared.

  After the freeze effect is canceled, as shown in FIG. 32 (E), execution of the variable display of decorative symbols in accordance with the variation pattern is started, the movement of the background stars is resumed, and various effects can be executed. (In other words, the stop (freeze) is released.)

  FIG. 33 is an example of an effect screen when executing a freeze effect with the execution pattern FP1-2 as an execution pattern.

  From the start of the freeze effect until the start of target fluctuation, the effect screen is similar to the example of the execution pattern FP1-1 (FIGS. 33A and 33B). Thereafter, even if the target change starts, the freeze effect is executed until the reach is established (FIG. 33C). Reach is established in small symbols. Thereafter, the freeze release effect is executed (FIG. 33D), and the freeze is released (FIG. 33E). Since reach has already been established, reach production according to the variation pattern is executed (FIG. 33E).

  FIG. 34 shows an example of an effect screen when executing a normal-page linked effect. During the execution of variable display of decorative symbols, etc., the ordinary drawing interlocking effect is executed in synchronization with the ordinary drawing game. The multi-page linkage effect is executed in the display area 5X at the lower center of the display screen of the image display device 5. After the start of the usual map-linked production, first the fluctuation of the usual map is performed. In this variation, “○” (circle), “×” (cross), “heat”, “geki” are variably displayed (scroll display, update display, etc. The arrows in the display area 5X are variably displayed. (FIG. 34A)). After that, at the timing of displaying the variable display result of the usual game, “○” (FIG. 34B) for notifying “per person” (“B”), “×” for notifying “usually lost” (FIG. 34 (C )), “Heat” (FIG. 34 (D)) for notifying that the big hit expectation of the fluctuation during execution (variable display during execution) is high to some extent (FIG. 34D), and that the big hit expectation of the fluctuation during execution is high. Any one of “Geki” (FIG. 34E) to be notified is stopped and displayed as an effect result (display result). “Heat” and “Geki” are also used to notify the usual losing. Further, “◯” is displayed throughout the normal period (here, the open period of the electric Chu 6B). Other performance results are displayed for a certain period (for example, 1 second). In addition, as for the mode (variable display mode) of the general plan interlocking effect during a period from the start of the general map interlocking effect to a predetermined timing (timing for displaying the display result or timing before it), any effect result is stopped and displayed. Regardless of whether or not the display is the same, it is impossible to estimate the display result of the stop display.

  FIG. 35 is an example of an effect screen when executing a notice effect. In this embodiment, at an appropriate timing, such as before reaching reach, the notice effect A (FIG. 35A) for displaying “NEXT”, the notice effect B for displaying “hot” (FIG. 35 (B)), One of the notice effects C (FIG. 35C) that displays “Intense heat” is executed as the notice effect. The expectation degree of jackpot is the highest in the notice effect C, the next highest notice effect B, and the notice effect C The display in each notice effect is suddenly displayed without any sign, and then suddenly erased.

  In addition, variable display of decorative design, variable display of small design, background image, reach effect image, notice effect image, multi-drawn effect image, and hold display image are different layers (parts other than the effect image to be displayed) May be superimposed and displayed in a transparent layer or the like (a plurality may be combined into one layer). In particular, it is preferable to make the display layer of the normal pattern interlocking effect, the hold display image, and the small pattern variable display different from the variable display of the decorative pattern and the display layer of the background image. As a result, it is easy to control the universal figure linked effect separately from the variable display of the decorative design, and to easily control the variable display of the hold display image and the small design separately from the freeze effect.

(Relationship between notice production and freeze production)
In the freeze effect process in FIG. 25, when either the notice effect B or the notice effect C is being executed (when the notice effect B or C running flag is on), the execution of the freeze effect is restricted (prohibited). (Step S672; Yes). On the other hand, there is no such restriction on the notice effect A. Therefore, as shown in FIG. 36 (in this case, it is assumed that the ordinary drawing interlocking effect is not executed), the notice effect A is executed in the period when the decorative symbols are changing (such as the period before the variable display result is derived). When it is performed, the execution of the freeze effect is not limited during the period when the decorative design is changing (that is, the freeze effect can be performed) (FIG. 36A), but when the notice effect B or C is performed, the decoration is performed. The execution of the freeze effect is restricted during the execution period of the notice effect B or C during the period in which the symbols are changing (the freeze effect can be executed during other periods) (FIG. 36B).

(Ordinary-linked production)
The usual-frame-linked effect is an effect that variably displays (variable display) “○”, “×”, “Heat”, “Geki”, which is executed when the ordinary game is executed (when the normal symbol fluctuates), At the timing at which the variable display result of the figure game is derived, it is composed of an effect that stops and displays “O”, “X”, “Heat”, or “Geki” (see FIG. 37). Note that “◯” is displayed throughout the normal period, and the electric chew lamp 90 is also lit during this period (see FIG. 37A). Other display results ("x" for ordinary map loss, "heat" or "hard" for special illustrations) are displayed for a certain period of time (see FIG. 37B). It should be noted that the stop display period of the confirmed normal symbol and the stop display period of the effect result of the general drawing linked effect need not be the same.

(Relationship between ordinary-linked production and freeze production)
In the freeze effect process of FIG. 25, execution of the freeze effect is restricted (prohibited) when the ordinary drawing-linked effect is being executed (when the ordinary drawing-linked effect executing flag is on) (step S672; Yes). Therefore, as shown in FIG. 38 (here, it is assumed that the notice effect B or the like is not executed), during the period in which the decorative symbol fluctuates (the period before the variable display result is derived, etc.) When it is executed, the execution of the freeze effect is restricted during the execution period of the usual-frame-linked effect in the period in which the decorative symbol is changing (the freeze effect can be executed in other periods, that is, the execution is not limited).

(Effects of this embodiment, etc.)
In this embodiment, execution of the freeze effect is restricted (prohibited) while the notice effect B or C is being executed. The freeze effect is to stop the effect in the variable display before the variable display of the target. When the notice effect B or C is also stopped in the freeze effect, the variable display of the target of the freeze effect and the notice effect B Alternatively, since the variable display of the target of C is different, there is a problem that the target of the notice effect B or C is mistaken for the variable display of the target of the freeze effect. In particular, when the freeze effect is executed over a plurality of variations, if the entire effect screen including the notice effects B and C is stopped (frozen), the variable display of the object to be notified by the notice effect B or C (expected expectation of jackpot to be notified) The notice effect B or C is displayed even after the end of the variable display), and it becomes difficult to understand what the notice display variable display of the notice effect B or C is, or the freeze effect ends. Or the like is misrecognized as a notice target of the notice effect B or C (i.e., misunderstood that the expectation degree of jackpot of the variable display when the freeze effect ends is large). In this embodiment, by prohibiting the execution of the freeze effect as described above, it is possible to prevent the above problems from occurring.

  Similarly, in this embodiment, the execution of the freeze effect is prohibited even during the execution of the ordinary drawing linked effect. The notification target of the ordinary-linked effect is also different from the target of the freeze effect. Specifically, the target of the base drawing linked effect is a special figure game being executed (or a variable display of decorative symbols) or a general figure game, but the target of the freeze effect is a special figure game (or a game executed later) (or It is different in that it is a variable display of decorative designs. For this reason, there is a possibility that misunderstanding of the player may occur here. In addition, for example, when the usual drawing linked production is also stopped in the freeze production, the actual usual drawing game, such as the period in which “○” is displayed may deviate from the actual figure drawing period. However, in this embodiment, the freeze effect is executed even during the execution of the general effect linked effect. Prohibiting such problems can be prevented. It should be noted that the ordinary map-linked effect can be notified of the jackpot expectation of the variable display being executed (such as “heat” and “hard” display). From this point of view, In addition, by prohibiting the execution of the freeze effect, it is possible to expect the same effect as restricting (prohibiting) the execution of the freeze effect when the notice effect B or the notice effect C is performed.

(Modification)
The present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiment, and various modifications and applications are possible. For example, the pachinko gaming machine 1 may not have all the technical features shown in the above-described embodiment and the like, and the one described in the above-described embodiment so as to solve at least one problem in the prior art. It may be provided with a configuration of a part (the configuration can be deleted). Below, the modification of the said embodiment is shown. You may combine at least one part about each of the following modification.

(Modification 1)
In the above embodiment, the execution of the freeze effect is restricted by prohibiting the execution of the freeze effect at the time of execution (execution period) of the general effect linked effect, the notice effect B, and the notice effect C. In the first modification, the execution of the freeze effect is restricted by changing the freeze effect mode to a special mode (ie, executing the freeze effect in a special mode) when the ordinary effect linked effect, the notice effect B, and the notice effect C are executed. To do.

  Modification 1 mainly differs from the above embodiment in the content of the freeze effect process (step S161B). FIG. 39 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the freeze effect process according to the first modification. Note that the process having the same step number in the freeze effect process in FIG. 39 and the freeze effect process in FIG. 25 is a process common to the above-described embodiment and Modification 1, and thus the description thereof is omitted.

  In the freeze effect process of the first modification, after the step S676, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether any of the notice effect B, the C running flag, or the ordinary-linked effect executing flag is on (step S676). S672B) If any flag is in the off state (step S672B; No), in order to start execution of the freeze effect in the normal mode, freeze effect start setting is performed (step S677). Since this process is the same as step S677 of the first embodiment, description thereof is omitted.

  When any of the above flags is in the on state (Step S672B; No), a setting for starting execution of the freeze effect in the special mode is performed (Step S672C). In step S672C, for example, an effect image (an image such as a variable display of decorative symbols or an image of a background) currently displayed on the image display device 5 by transmitting a predetermined display control command to the VDP or the like of the display control unit 123 is displayed. While changing to an image of a special aspect, the effect control pattern currently set as the use pattern is rewritten to the effect control pattern for freeze effect of the special aspect. Thereafter, the execution of the freeze effect is continued in step S172.

  FIG. 40 shows an example of an effect screen for a freeze effect in a special mode. For example, in the case of the special mode, a pure black predetermined screen for displaying “Freezing” is displayed (FIG. 40A). At this time, the notice effect B or C being executed, the universal linkage effect, the variable display of decorative symbols, and the displayed background image are deleted. For example, each effect image may be deleted by disposing the layer of the predetermined screen in front of the layer displaying the notice effect B or C, the usual drawing interlocking effect, the variable display of the decorative design, the background image, and the like. . In addition, the layer for displaying the small symbols and the hold display image may be arranged in front of the predetermined screen layer so that they can be seen. Further, in the case of the special mode, the decorative display variable display, background image, etc. other than the currently executing notice effect B or C and the usual drawing linked effect may be stopped (that is, the notice effect B or C or the ordinary effect). The figure-linked effect is erased at a predetermined timing without being stopped (FIG. 40B). The image during the freezing effect may be an image that is completely dark and does not display anything, or an image dedicated to freezing, such as an image with only a special background. The image may be an appropriate image such as an image obtained by stopping the background image and deleting the decorative design.

  Even with the above-described configuration, it is not necessary to stop the notice effect B, the notice effect C, and the ordinary-drawn effect, so that the player's misidentification (eg, misidentification of the effect target) pointed out in the above embodiment is prevented. can do.

(Modification 2)
As an aspect for restricting the execution of the freeze effect, the execution ratio may be lowered as compared to when it is not restricted. For example, in FIG. 25, step S672 is omitted, and in step S674, when the notice effect B, C execution flag and the normal drawing linked effect execution flag are turned on, the flags are turned off. The freeze effect is determined to be executed at a lower determination ratio (for example, a table with a lower determination ratio of “execution performed” may be prepared and referred to).

  With such a configuration, at least the execution of the freeze effect may be prohibited, so the same effect as in the above embodiment can be obtained to some extent (if the execution of the freeze effect is prohibited, the player misidentifies Can be prevented.)

(Modification 3)
Usually, the electric chew lamp 90 is not turned on, and as shown in FIG. 41, the execution of the freeze effect is started during the period in which “○” indicating “per-middle” is stopped and displayed in the ordinary-linked effect. At this time, the electric chew lamp 90 may be turned on (the lighting continues until the normal period ends).

  For example, it is possible to stop the freeze-linked effect execution by the freeze effect without performing the freeze effect execution limit at the time of the effect-linked effect execution (“○” is when the freeze effect ends or when the freeze release effect ends) In this case, the electric chew lamp 90 may be turned on at the timing when the execution of the freeze effect is started (FIG. 42A).

  For example, when a freeze effect is executed during execution of a general-drawn effect, an execution restriction is set to a special mode. In such a case, the general-drawn effect is deleted and the electric tuner is started at the timing when execution of the freeze effect is started. The lamp 90 may be turned on (FIG. 42B).

  The stop display of “○” in the usual figure linked production makes it easy to understand the period per ordinary figure, but in the case of FIG. 42 above, the stop display of “○” may or may not be displayed due to the freeze effect. This makes it difficult to understand the period per map. However, by turning on the electric chew lamp 90 as described above, it is possible to notify the period per ordinary figure by means other than the display of “○” (other than the ordinary figure linked effect), thereby making it easier to understand the period per ordinary figure. (It is only necessary to be able to notify the opening of the electric chews other than the usual time-linked production). Such an effect is obtained even when the electric chew lamp 90 is lit in the normal figure period regardless of the execution of the freeze effect. It should be noted that the ordinary map interlocking effect may be composed of only the display of “◯” displayed in the period per ordinary map.

  The electric chew lamp 90 may be lit not only when the ordinary-frame-linked effect is performed, but also when the universal-time-linked effect is not performed. Good. For example, the effect control CPU 120 may turn on the electric chew lamp 90 upon receipt of an ordinary time change end designation command and turn off the electric chew lamp 90 upon receipt of an ordinary figure end designation command.

  The electric chew lamp 90 may be lit only during the open period of the electric chew 6B (second start prize opening) (the electric chew is opened after a predetermined period of time has passed since the “per-day” is derived). Regardless of the time-saving state or non-time-saving state, the electric chew may be opened once or more times.) In this case, for example, a command designating the opening or closing of the electric chew 6B is transmitted from the main board 11 side, and the effect control CPU 120 turns on the electric chew lamp 90 based on the reception of the command. Good (The number of times of opening of the electric Chu 6B during the non-temporary normal figure period may be multiple. The indication of “○” in the general figure linked production is also only during the opening period of the electric Chu 6B (second starting prize opening). It may be displayed.) This makes it easier to understand the opening of the electric Chu 6B (second start winning opening).

  The ordinary map-linked effect may be executed at the time of “per ordinary map”. It may also be executed during the time-short state. As a result, it is possible to increase the opportunity to perform the ordinary-linked production. In addition, the effect result displayed in the usual-frame effect is not limited to that in the above-described embodiment, but may be any appropriate one.

(Modification 4)
The pachinko gaming machine 1 may have a function of detecting and notifying abnormality by a sensor (not shown) or the like. In addition, a well-known thing can be utilized for the function of an abnormality detection or alerting | reporting. The notification of the abnormality is performed using the image display device 5 or the like that executes effects such as variable display of decorative symbols under the control of the effect control board 12. For this reason, the notification of the abnormality (error notification) is a part of the effect. Thus, notifications and the like performed by a device (such as the image display device 5) that performs various effects such as variable display of decorative symbols can be regarded as effects. When an abnormality is detected on the main board 11 side, an effect control command indicating an abnormality is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12, and an abnormality notification is executed on the effect control board 12 side. Abnormality detection is also performed on the production control board 12 side.

  FIG. 43 shows the type of abnormality and notification of the abnormality that has occurred. In FIG. 43, “name” is the name of the notification about the abnormality that has occurred. The “occurrence condition” is a condition for generating an abnormality notification, and is a condition for determining that an abnormality has occurred. “Display” is the content of the abnormality notification image. In addition, when performing abnormality notification, an appropriate abnormality notification sound is also output. In addition, abnormality notification will be complete | finished at appropriate timings, such as reset of the pachinko game machine 1, after progress for a predetermined period, when abnormality of notification object is eliminated (it should set suitably according to the kind of abnormality). The abnormality notification image for notifying abnormality is displayed larger or smaller depending on the type of abnormality.

  The award ball abnormality error is, for example, the number of award balls that become a payout abnormality (for example, an integrated value of the number of award balls that are actually paid out minus the number of award balls to be paid out) This is a notification of a prize ball anomaly that is made when the number reaches (here, 2000) or more (when a prize ball anomaly occurs).

  The radio wave error is a notification of an abnormality that is made when a radio wave abnormality (abnormality in which a predetermined radio wave reaches the pachinko gaming machine 1, in this case, there is a possibility of an illegal act) is detected. Magnetic sensor sensing is a notification of abnormality that is performed when a magnetic abnormality (abnormality that the magnet is in the vicinity of the pachinko gaming machine 1, in this case, there is a possibility of fraud) is detected.

  The SW abnormality error is provided in the number of game media detected by a winning detection switch (such as the first start port switch 22A) and a winning confirmation switch (a discharge path through which game balls won in various winning ports are discharged). .) Is a SW abnormality notification performed when the difference between the number of detected game media and the number of gaming media increases (when SW abnormality occurs).

  The illegal winning error is a notification of an illegal winning that is performed when the count switch 23 or the like detects a game medium (when an illegal winning as an abnormality occurs) even though the large winning opening is not controlled. The RAM clear is to notify the clear when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is powered on, the initialization operation means is operated when the power is turned on (turned on), and the RAM 102 is cleared ( Although the RAM clear is not strictly an error, it is treated as an error in this embodiment.

  The door opening is, for example, notification of an abnormality (door opening abnormality) that is executed when the front door of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is opened. The lower pan full tank error is, for example, a notification of an abnormality that is performed when the lower pan is full (full tank abnormality). Both the award ball error and the out-of-ball error notify an abnormality in the award ball payout mechanism.

  Note that during the notification of the abnormality, the execution of the special game or the variable display of the decorative symbols is continued (the progress of the game is continued).

  When notifying such an abnormality, the execution of the freeze effect may be restricted during a period of notifying the abnormality that has occurred in the pachinko gaming machine 1 instead of or in addition to the normal-linkage effect and the notice effects B and C. . For example, when performing the abnormality notification, the effect control CPU 120 turns on the state of the notification execution flag (provided in the RAM 122 and is turned on during the abnormality notification), and in step S672 in FIG. The execution of the freeze effect may be restricted when the notification execution flag is on in step S672B of FIG. 39 (determined as Yes in step S672 or step S672B). As a result, as shown in FIG. 44, when the decorative design is changed, the execution of the freeze effect is restricted in a period when there is an abnormality notification (the execution of the freeze effect is not restricted in other periods). In FIG. 44, as described above, the restriction on the execution of the freeze effect includes lowering the execution ratio and execution of the freeze effect in a special mode.

  In addition, as shown in FIG. 45, you may change the restriction | limiting aspect of a freezing effect according to the aspect of abnormality notification. For example, as shown in FIG. 45A, when the abnormality notification image is displayed large (variable display is performed with small symbols), execution of the freeze effect may be prohibited. For example, as shown in FIG. 45B, when the abnormality notification image is displayed in a small size, it is possible to stop (freeze) the effect image (variable display of the decorative design or change of the background image) other than the abnormality notification image. Good (freeze production in a special mode). The abnormality notification image may be deleted when a predetermined display end condition is satisfied. As described above, variable display of small symbols and increase / decrease of the hold display image are performed.

  If the abnormality notification image is also stopped (frozen) in the freeze effect, the abnormality notification image may be displayed even during a period when the abnormality is eliminated and the abnormality notification is not required. Although there is a risk of a decrease, in this modified example, the abnormality notification image does not stop, so the occurrence of the fear can be prevented.

(Modification 5)
The timing at which the freeze effect (including both the normal mode and the special mode) is to be executed (the timing at which a new start winning command is received and the freeze effect process shown in FIG. When it is the end of the execution period of the production C and the normal-frame-linked production (also referred to as the freeze production restriction period) (timing less than a predetermined time until the completion), the freeze production is performed after the end of the freeze production restriction period (notice production B, the notice effect C, or after the usual drawing linked effect) may be executed (FIG. 46). For example, when it is determined that the timer 122 for measuring the remaining time of the effect execution is prepared in the RAM 122 when the notice effect B, the notice effect C, or the ordinary-linked effect is to be executed, and the freeze effect is determined to be executed, When the timer value of the timer is equal to or less than the timer value corresponding to the predetermined time, the execution of the freeze effect is awaited as the freeze effect limit period is about to end, and the timer value becomes 0 and the notice effect B and the notice effect Alternatively, the freeze effect may be executed at the timing when C or the ordinary-linked effect is ended (the end timing of the freeze effect restriction period) or at a predetermined timing thereafter. The period of waiting for the execution of the freeze effect is a period that can be recognized by the player when the freeze effect is executed by the occurrence of the hold (display of the target hold display image) (relation between the occurrence of the hold and the freeze effect) It is desirable to be a period in which sex can be recognized.

  With such a configuration, it is possible to secure a chance to execute the freeze effect (especially when the execution of the freeze effect is prohibited and the execution of the freeze effect in the normal mode is postponed), and to improve the fun of the game. Can do. The freeze effect restriction period may be a period of abnormality notification as in the above modification.

  The execution of the freeze effect may be restricted when the reach effect is performed. That is, the freeze effect restriction period may be a reach effect execution period or the like. Also in this case, if the timing for executing the freeze effect is just before the end of the reach effect (that is, just before the end of the variable display of decorative symbols, the reach effect is less than a predetermined time until the end). It is advisable to start the execution of the freeze effect after the end of. At this time, if the display period of the fixed decorative pattern is a certain period, execution of the freeze effect may be started after the display period. For example, the execution of the freeze effect is started at the start of the next variable display or at the subsequent timing (FIG. 47).

  When the freeze effect is executed at the point where the confirmed decorative symbol is derived and displayed, the display is continued until the variable display of the target (or the reach of the variable display of the target is established) while the fixed decorative symbol is frozen. However, the above configuration can prevent such a feeling of strangeness.

(Modification 6)
At the time of execution of the freeze effect, the hold display image of the target of the freeze effect may be different from the normal mode so that the target can be easily understood.

(Modification 7)
Freeze production can be realized by various execution methods. For example, a stop image (freeze image) stopped by a freeze effect is acquired by capturing or the like, and a layer for displaying the stop image may be a layer (one or a plurality of layers) for displaying a stop target effect image. )) May be executed in front of the screen (this causes the layer that displays the stop target effect image to be hidden behind the stop image layer, so that the effect screen appears to be frozen). ). At this time, the effect image to be stopped may be changed (operated) in the same manner as when the freeze effect is not executed (that is, the effect is usually performed in the back layer displayed on the screen in the freeze effect). May be executed as well). With such a configuration, it is not necessary to change the process for controlling the effect in accordance with whether or not the freeze effect is performed, so that the processing load (such as the processing load on the effect control board 12) can be reduced. For example, when the execution of the freeze effect is terminated, the stop image layer may be deleted (for example, the deletion of the stop image reveals the background layer, and various effects performed on the background layer are displayed). Because it is visually recognized, the production effect can be enhanced.)

(Modification 8)
The freeze effect may be terminated suddenly without performing the freeze release effect.

(Modification 9)
The restriction on the execution of the freeze effect may be the execution period of another effect. For example, the execution restriction may be performed for all the notice effects, or the execution restriction may be performed by a reach effect or the like. In addition, execution restriction may be performed in various notice effects (suggest effects). For example, it may be a step-up notice, a line notice, or a stop symbol notice (an effect of stopping a special symbol and notifying a pseudo-ream or notifying a jackpot expectation). Even when the execution of the freeze effect is restricted, the stop image (freeze image) is captured as in the above-described modification, and the arrangement position of the display layer of the stop image is determined according to whether or not the execution is restricted. May change the execution of the freeze effect (for example, when restricting the execution, the stop image display layer is placed behind the display layer of the stop target effect to make it invisible, etc.) .) The execution of the freeze effect may be limited only at the time of execution of any one of the ordinary-linkage effect and the notice effect. Moreover, you may make it not perform any one of a usual map interlocking effect and a notice effect.

(Modification 10)
When the freeze effect is executed in a special mode as in the above-described modification, the freeze effect in the normal mode may be executed after the elapse of a limit period for limiting the execution of the freeze effect. For example, a freeze image in a normal mode can be obtained by holding a stop image (freeze image) when executed in a normal mode during execution of a freeze effect in a special mode and replacing the stop image after the limit period has elapsed. May be executed.

(Modification 11)
The decorative design may move or rotate. The decorative pattern stopped by the freeze effect may be changed in its display mode, such as being in the moved position, blinking, becoming translucent, or rotating (if the decorative pattern is derived and displayed) To let you know that it ’s freezing). In the freeze effect, the hold display image may be displayed in a small size (in order to increase the effect of the freeze effect by making it difficult to understand the progress of the variable display and the target). Further, in the freeze effect, the small symbols and the hold display image may not be displayed (in order to increase the effect of the freeze effect by making it difficult to understand the progress of the variable display and the target). When the hold display image is not displayed, even if there is a new start prize, the hold display image corresponding to the start prize need not be newly displayed. In the freeze effect, a so-called fourth symbol may be displayed instead of or in addition to the small symbol. The small symbol and the fourth symbol may always be displayed regardless of the execution of the freeze effect.

(Modification 12)
The execution period of the freeze effect may be constant, but the longer the target hit expectation is, the longer it is as in the above embodiment. At this time, in order to easily understand the elapsed time of the freeze effect, for example, a frame or the like is provided on the stop image displayed in the freeze effect, and the color of the frame or the like is changed according to the elapsed time, or the stop image is displayed. A visual effect effect may be applied to and the strength of the effect may be changed according to the elapsed time. Thus, the display aspect of the image displayed in the freeze effect may be changed to improve the interest of the game. Also, the freeze effect need not be executed over a plurality of variations. There may be more variations in the end timing of the freeze effect (or the execution timing of the freeze release effect, etc.). For example, the timing before reach, such as the timing of pseudo-continuations, may be set as the end timing, or the end timing may arrive before execution of variable display of the target. Even in such a case, the longer the period of the freeze effect (the later the end timing), the higher the target big hit expectation. This improves the fun of gaming. Note that the freeze effect may end at the variable display before the target. In such a case, the target jackpot expectation may be different depending on the number of variable displays at which the freeze effect is executed.

(Modification 13)
The image stopped by the freeze effect may be a decorative pattern or background image that is variably displayed, and an image with low visibility (for example, a notice by a mini character) may not be stopped. That is, the image that is stopped (frozen) by the freezing effect only needs to be an image with better visibility than the predetermined reference, and the image with lower visibility than the predetermined reference may not be stopped. The image stopped by the freeze effect may be only an image that is not related to the big hit expectation degree of the special figure game being executed (such as a variably displayed decorative pattern or background). In addition, execution of the freeze effect and determination of the type (execution period, etc.) are performed at the time of winning the start of the target (see the above embodiment), and the actual execution timing of the freeze effect is after a predetermined period or after the target. (For example, determining whether or not to execute a freeze effect by lottery for each start prize). May be.

(Modification 14)
The prefetch determination may be a determination as to whether or not the variable display of the target is in a specific mode. The specific mode may be “big hit”, establishment of super reach (or establishment of reach), etc. (when prefetching is determined, whether “big hit” or super reach is executed is determined by a random value or the like. Just do it.) The “prefetch determination” may be performed based on information for executing variable display (such as a random value stored as the hold data). The random number data used in the prefetch determination and the random number data used at the start of the target variable display may be stored in different storage areas. The prefetch determination may be performed on the effect control board 12 side. For example, a command indicating each random number value at the time of starting winning may be transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 at the time of starting winning, and the effect control board 12 may make a prefetch determination.

(Modification 15)
In the variation pattern determination table of FIG. 14 and the like, the determination ratio of the variation pattern may be different depending on the number of reserved memories (for example, the larger the number of reserved memories, the easier it is to select a variation pattern with a short variation time). .) At this time, the range of decision values (values to be compared with random values) assigned to some fluctuation patterns (for example, super reach with high expectation degree of jackpot) is the same range of decision values regardless of the number of pending storages. It is preferable to configure the variation pattern determination table so as to have it. Thus, for example, it is possible to ensure the accuracy of the prefetch determination such as whether or not to become super reach.

(Modification 16)
The variable display (simply variable display) of the identification information (special drawing, decorative design, general drawing, etc.) includes that the identification information blinks. For example, in special drawings and ordinary drawings, a pattern in which all segments are turned off and one pattern in which at least some segments are turned on (for example, a lost pattern) are alternately included in the variable display of identification information ( In this case, the one pattern (for example, a lost symbol) appears to blink). In addition, variable display may be performed by blinking decorative symbols and ordinary symbols. Further, the identification information variably displayed in the variable display and the identification information as the variable display result may be different. For example, the display of one horizontal bar (“−”) blinks as a variable display of a special figure or an ordinary figure, and the other display (“7” if “big hit”, Deriving and displaying “1” or the like if “lost” is included in the variable display of the identification information. For example, a decorative pattern other than the scrolled decorative pattern may be a confirmed decorative pattern. In addition, a mode in which identification information that was not displayed in the initial predetermined period in one variable display is displayed after the predetermined period is included in the variable display of the identification information (the special symbol is a temporary stop of the final stop symbol) It may be a decorative pattern that appears for the first time at times.) The gaming machine only needs to perform variable display, for example.

(Modification 17)
In the above embodiment, when a winning determination result specifying command of “no determination” is transmitted, the winning determination result specifying command may not be transmitted. Even if there is no transmission of a winning determination result designation command at the time of a start winning prize, the effect control board 12 side can specify that the number of holds has been increased by a starting prize designation command or a special figure hold memory number addition designation command, which is inconvenient. There is no.

(Modification 18)
In the above embodiment, whether or not to change the gaming state after the big hit gaming state to the “probable change state” by determining the big hit type at the start of the fluctuation is determined. Only the round game mode) is determined, and the game state after the jackpot game state is “probable change state” based on the fact that the game ball has passed a specific area (for example, a specific area in the jackpot) during the jackpot game state. You may make it.

(Modification 19)
In step S161B, the target of the prefetch notice (target) may be limited to either the hold of the first special figure game or the hold of the second special figure game according to the gaming state (the state of the high base flag). For example, during high base (when the high base flag is on), a pre-reading notice (freeze effect) may be performed targeting only the hold of the second special figure game. In this case, for example, in step S161B, it may be determined whether or not the pre-reading notice is executed based on the stored contents of the second start winning command buffer. The target of the pre-reading notice may be a hold of the first special figure game during the low base, and a hold of the second special figure game during the high base. In this case, step S161 is executed during the low base. When the second start winning command buffer is stored in the second start winning command buffer, execution of the pre-reading notice may be prohibited.

(Modification 20)
In the above embodiment, in order to notify the effect control board 12 of the change pattern indicating the change mode such as the special drawing change time, the type of reach effect, the presence / absence of the pseudo-ream, etc., one change pattern when starting the change. Although an example in which a command is transmitted has been shown, a change pattern may be notified to the effect control board 12 by two or more commands. Specifically, in the case of notifying by two commands, the gaming control microcomputer 100 uses the first command to indicate whether there is a pseudo-continuity, whether there is a slip effect, etc. before reaching reach (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 board 12 may perform the effect control in the change display based on the change time derived from the combination of the two commands. The game control microcomputer 100 notifies the change time by each of the two commands, and the effect control board 12 selects the specific change mode executed at each timing. Also good. 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.

(Modification 21)
In addition, the image display operation in the image display device for executing the device configuration and data configuration of the gaming machine, the processing shown in the flowchart, the sound output operation in the speaker, and the lighting operation in the game effect lamp and the decoration LED Various production operations including the above can be arbitrarily changed and modified without departing from the gist of the present invention. In addition, the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to a payout type gaming machine that pays out a predetermined number of gaming media as prizes based on the occurrence of winnings, and is scored based on the occurrence of winnings by enclosing gaming media It can also be applied to an enclosed game machine that gives

  The program and data for realizing the present invention are not limited to a form distributed and provided by a detachable recording medium to a computer device included in the gaming machine such as the pachinko gaming machine 1. Alternatively, it may be distributed in a pre-installed manner in a storage device such as a computer device. Furthermore, the program and data for realizing the present invention are distributed by downloading from other devices on a network connected via a communication line or the like by providing a communication processing unit. It doesn't matter.

  The game execution mode is not only executed by attaching a detachable recording medium, but can also be executed by temporarily storing a program and data downloaded via a communication line or the like in an internal memory or the like. It is also possible to execute directly using hardware resources on the other device side on a network connected via a communication line or the like. Furthermore, the game can be executed by exchanging data with other computer devices or the like via a network.

(Configuration disclosed in this specification)
Next, a configuration that takes at least a part of the above-described embodiments and modifications as an example will be described. However, the following configuration may be partly omitted as appropriate, or only a part may be adopted and a pachinko gaming machine. 1 may be configured. Moreover, you may combine at least one part of each structure. Furthermore, the description of each configuration may be applied to other configurations.

(Configuration 1)
(1) A gaming machine (for example, a pachinko gaming machine or the like) that executes variable display (for example, a special game) and controls it to a specific state (for example, a big hit gaming state) that is advantageous to the player,
Effect execution means (for example, an effect control board 12 that executes various effects) capable of executing effects (for example, effects on the image display device 5);
Prefetch determination means (for example, CPU 103 for performing prefetch determination) capable of performing prefetch determination on a variable display that has not yet been started;
Based on the determination result of the prefetch determination, a display mode (for example, an image display) of an effect executed by the effect executing means during execution of the variable display executed before the variable display of the determination target of the prefetch determination Change effect execution means (for example, freeze effect execution) for executing a change effect (for example, freeze effect or the like) for changing the display mode or the like actually visible on the device 5 from the first display mode to the second display mode. Production control board 12 that performs processing for
The effect executed by the effect executing means includes an expectation level indication (for example, notice effects B and C, etc.) that suggests an expectation level that a predetermined condition is satisfied by a variable display that is executed when the effect is executed. Included,
A change effect limiting means (for example, FIG. 36) for limiting the execution of the change effect when the expectation suggestion display is being executed;
A gaming machine characterized by that.

  According to this configuration, it is possible to reduce the possibility that the interest of the game is reduced (for example, the possibility that the interest of the game is reduced by causing the player to be misidentified as described above).

  Note that the change effect may be a change of the background (even in this case, if the execution of the change effect is not restricted, the object of the change effect or the target of the expectation suggestion display may be misidentified. Can occur). The display mode changed by the change effect may be any appearance (for example, the freeze effect of Modification 7 is also included in the change effect). The change effect does not have to suggest the degree of expectation of jackpot. The suggestion includes a notice. As described above, restricting execution of a change effect prohibits execution of the change effect (including not executing a change effect that changes the first display mode to a third display mode different from the second display mode). ), Reducing the execution rate, changing the production mode, and the like. The expectation suggestion display may be other effects in addition to the notice effect (see Modification 9). The expectation suggestion display may be some types of effects (for example, notice effects B and C among the notice effects A to C) or all kinds of effects ( For example, the notice effects A to C) may be used. The target of the change effect may be an effect image displayed in one display unit.

(2) The first display mode may be an operating mode, and the second display mode may be a mode in which the first display mode is stopped (for example, a freeze effect). . According to this configuration, it is possible to reduce the possibility that the interest of the game is reduced (for example, the possibility that the interest of the game is reduced by causing the player to be misidentified as described above). Note that the second display mode (a mode in which the first display mode is stopped) includes a display in which at least a part of the image displayed in the first display mode is stopped (see Modification 13 and the like). . The operating first display mode may be a mode with movement, and may be a mode in which at least a part of the effect screen moves.

(3) The change effect execution means does not execute the change effect when execution of the change effect is restricted (for example, prohibits execution of a freeze effect during execution of the notice effects B and C). You may do it. According to this configuration, it is possible to reduce the possibility that the interest of the game is reduced (for example, the possibility that the interest of the game is reduced by causing the player to be misidentified as described above).

(4) When the execution of the change effect is restricted, the change effect execution unit changes the display mode of the effect executed by the effect execution unit from the first display mode to the second display mode. You may make it perform the change production (for example, the change production in a special mode etc.) which changes to a different 3rd display mode (for example, modification 1 etc.). The change effect changed to the third display mode is the second change effect when the change effect of (1) is the first change effect. In other words, when the effect being executed by the effect executing unit includes the expectation level suggestion display in a predetermined mode, the change effect executing unit is executed by the effect executing unit instead of executing the first change effect. You may perform the 2nd change effect which changes the display mode of the said said effect currently performed from the said 1st display mode to the 3rd display mode different from the said 2nd display mode. According to this configuration, it is possible to reduce the possibility that the interest of the game is reduced (for example, the possibility that the interest of the game is reduced by causing the player to be misidentified as described above). In particular, the third display mode may change the display mode of the display other than the display including at least the degree of expectation display.

(5) When the execution of the change effect is restricted, the change effect execution unit displays a display mode of display other than the expectation suggestion display in the effect executed by the effect execution unit. You may make it perform the change production which changes to the same display mode as a mode (for example, Drawing 40 (B) etc.). According to this configuration, it is possible to prevent the execution frequency of the change effect from being lowered while reducing the possibility of misidentifying the target of the expectation indication, and the possibility of reducing the interest of the game (for example, the above-mentioned In this way, by making a player misidentify, the possibility that the interest of the game may be reduced can be reduced.

(6) When the change effect execution means determines that execution of the change effect is not restricted, the timing for executing the change effect is less than a predetermined time until the expectation suggestion display ends. When it is time, the change effect may be executed after the expectation suggestion display ends (for example, FIG. 46, FIG. 47, etc.). According to this configuration, it is possible to prevent the execution frequency of the change effect from being lowered while reducing the possibility of misidentifying the target of the expectation indication, and the possibility of reducing the interest of the game (for example, the above-mentioned In this way, by making a player misidentify, the possibility that the interest of the game may be reduced can be reduced.

(Configuration 2)
(1) A gaming machine (for example, a pachinko gaming machine or the like) that executes variable display (for example, a special game) and controls it to a specific state (for example, a big hit gaming state) that is advantageous to the player,
Effect execution means (for example, an effect control board 12 that executes various effects) capable of executing effects (for example, effects on the image display device 5);
Prefetch determination means (for example, CPU 103 for performing prefetch determination) capable of performing prefetch determination on a variable display that has not yet been started;
Based on the determination result of the pre-reading determination, a display mode of an effect (for example, a display mode that can be actually visually recognized by the image display device 5) being executed by the effect executing unit during execution of variable display is a first display mode. Change effect execution means (for example, an effect control board 12 that performs processing for restricting the execution of the freeze effect) that executes a change effect (for example, a freeze effect) to be changed to the second display mode,
A variable approach device (for example, a normal variable winning ball device 6B (electric Chu 6B), etc.) that can be changed to an easy-to-enter state where game media can easily enter,
The effects executed by the effect execution means include a predetermined effect (for example, a normal-frame-linked effect, etc.) for performing a display (for example, a display of “◯”) indicating the easy entry state,
A change effect restricting means (for example, FIG. 38) that restricts execution of the change effect when the predetermined effect is being executed;
A gaming machine characterized by that.

  According to this configuration, it is possible to reduce the possibility that the interest of the game is reduced (for example, the possibility that the interest of the game is reduced by causing the player to be misidentified as described above).

(2) A gaming machine (for example, a pachinko gaming machine or the like) that executes variable display (for example, a special game or the like) and controls it to a specific state (for example, a big hit gaming state) that is advantageous to the player,
Effect execution means (for example, an effect control board 12 that executes various effects) capable of executing effects (for example, effects on the image display device 5) by predetermined display means (for example, the image display device 5);
Prefetch determination means (for example, CPU 103 for performing prefetch determination) capable of performing prefetch determination on a variable display that has not yet been started;
Based on the determination result of the pre-reading determination, a display mode of an effect (for example, a display mode that can be actually visually recognized by the image display device 5) being executed by the effect executing unit during execution of variable display is a first display mode. Change effect execution means (for example, an effect control board 12 that performs processing for restricting the execution of the freeze effect) that executes a change effect (for example, a freeze effect) to be changed to the second display mode,
A variable approach device (for example, a normal variable winning ball device 6B (electric Chu 6B), etc.) that can be changed to an easy-to-enter state where game media can easily enter,
The effects executed by the effect execution means include a predetermined effect (for example, a normal-frame-linked effect, etc.) for performing a display (for example, a display of “◯”) indicating the easy entry state,
When the change effect is executed during execution of the predetermined effect at least when the variable approach device is changing to the easy-to-enter state, the notification easy-to-enter state is changed to the easy-to-enter state by a notification means different from the predetermined display means. Further provided is a notifying means for notifying that a change has occurred (for example, an effect control board 12 for turning on the electric chew lamp 90, etc., see FIG. 42),
A gaming machine characterized by that.

  According to this configuration, it is possible to reduce the possibility that the interest of the game is reduced (the possibility that the interest of the game is reduced due to the fact that it is not known that the state has changed to the easy entry state). In this configuration, it is not necessary to limit the execution of the freeze effect. Note that the notification by the notification means is not limited as long as it can be notified that the state is changed to the easy entry state, and may be notification by voice output or the like. Further, the electric chew lamp 90 or the like may not be in the vicinity of the variable approach device (for example, the normal variable winning ball device 6B (electric chew 6B)).

(3) The first display mode may be an operating mode, and the second display mode may be a mode in which the first display mode is stopped (for example, a freeze effect). . According to this configuration, it is possible to reduce the possibility that the interest of the game is reduced (for example, the possibility that the interest of the game is reduced by causing the player to be misidentified as described above).

(4) The change effect execution means does not execute the change effect when execution of the change effect is restricted (for example, prohibits execution of a freeze effect during execution of a normal-linked effect). It may be. According to this configuration, it is possible to reduce the possibility that the interest of the game is reduced (for example, the possibility that the interest of the game is reduced by causing the player to be misidentified as described above).

(5) When the change effect execution means determines that the execution of the change effect is not restricted, the timing for executing the change effect is a timing within a predetermined time until the predetermined effect ends. In some cases, the change effect may be executed after the predetermined effect ends (for example, FIG. 46, FIG. 47, etc.). According to this configuration, it is possible to reduce the frequency of execution of the change effect while reducing the possibility of misidentification of the player due to the predetermined effect, and the possibility of reducing the interest of the game (for example, as described above) By causing the player to be misidentified, the possibility that the interest of the game may be reduced can be reduced.

(6) When the execution of the change effect is restricted, the change effect execution unit sets a display mode of display other than the predetermined effect in the effect executed by the effect execution unit as the second display mode. A change effect for changing to the same display mode may be executed (for example, FIG. 40B). According to this configuration, it is possible to reduce the frequency of execution of the change effect while reducing the possibility of misidentification of the player due to the predetermined effect, and the possibility of reducing the interest of the game (for example, as described above) By causing the player to be misidentified, the possibility that the interest of the game may be reduced can be reduced.

(Configuration 3)
(1) A gaming machine (for example, a pachinko gaming machine or the like) that executes variable display (for example, a special game) and controls it to a specific state (for example, a big hit gaming state) that is advantageous to the player,
Effect execution means (for example, an effect control board 12 that executes various effects) capable of executing effects (for example, effects on the image display device 5);
The display mode (for example, a display mode that can be actually viewed on the image display device 5) executed by the performance execution unit is changed from the first display mode to the second display mode in which the first display mode is stopped. Change effect execution means (for example, an effect control board 12 that performs processing for restricting execution of the freeze effect) for executing the change effect (for example, freeze effect),
A variable approach device (for example, a normal variable winning ball device 6B (electric chew 6B)) that can be changed to an easy-to-enter state in which game media can easily enter;
The effects executed by the effect execution means include a predetermined effect (for example, a normal-frame-linked effect, etc.) for performing a display (for example, a display of “◯”) indicating the easy entry state,
A change effect restricting means (for example, FIG. 38) that restricts execution of the change effect when the predetermined effect is being executed;
A gaming machine characterized by that.

  According to this configuration, it is possible to reduce the possibility that the interest of the game is reduced (for example, the possibility that the interest of the game is reduced by causing the player to be misidentified as described above).

(2) A gaming machine (for example, a pachinko gaming machine or the like) that executes variable display (for example, a special game or the like) and controls it to a specific state (for example, a big hit gaming state) that is advantageous to the player,
Effect execution means (for example, an effect control board 12 that executes various effects) capable of executing effects (for example, effects on the image display device 5) by predetermined display means (for example, the image display device 5);
A change effect (for example, a freeze effect or the like) for changing the display mode (for example, a display mode that can be actually visually recognized on the image display device 5) executed by the effect executing means from the first display mode to the second display mode. Change effect execution means (for example, an effect control board 12 that performs processing for restricting the execution of the freeze effect),
A variable approach device (for example, a normal variable winning ball device 6B (electric chew 6B)) that can be changed to an easy-to-enter state in which game media can easily enter;
The effects executed by the effect execution means include a predetermined effect (for example, a normal-frame-linked effect, etc.) for performing a display (for example, a display of “◯”) indicating the easy entry state,
When the change effect is executed during execution of the predetermined effect at least when the variable approach device is changing to the easy-to-enter state, the notification easy-to-enter state is changed to the easy-to-enter state by a notification means different from the predetermined display means. In addition, it further includes notification means (for example, an effect control board 12 for turning on the electric chew lamp 90, see FIG. 42) for notifying that it has changed.
A gaming machine characterized by that.

  According to this configuration, it is possible to reduce the possibility that the interest of the game is reduced (the possibility that the interest of the game is reduced due to the fact that it is not known that the state has changed to the easy entry state). In this configuration, it is not necessary to limit the execution of the freeze effect.

(Configuration 4)
(1) A gaming machine (for example, a pachinko gaming machine or the like) that executes variable display (for example, a special game) and controls it to a specific state (for example, a big hit gaming state) that is advantageous to the player,
Effect execution means (for example, an effect control board 12 that executes various effects) capable of executing effects (for example, effects on the image display device 5);
The display mode (for example, a display mode that can be actually visually recognized on the image display device 5) executed by the performance execution unit is stopped from the first display mode in operation. A change effect execution means (for example, an effect control board 12 that performs processing for restricting the execution of the freeze effect) for executing a change effect (for example, a freeze effect, etc.) to be changed to two display modes;
An abnormality detecting means for detecting an abnormality in the gaming machine (for example, modified example 4),
The effect executed by the effect execution means includes an abnormality display (for example, display of an abnormality notification image) for displaying the abnormality detected by the abnormality detection means.
A change effect limiting means for limiting the execution of the change effect when the abnormal display is being executed (for example, Modification 4);
A gaming machine characterized by that.

  If the abnormal display being executed is also stopped by the change effect, there is a risk that the abnormal display will be notified for an unnecessarily long period due to the stopped abnormal display, or the abnormal display may continue even though the abnormality has been resolved. Interest may be reduced. According to the said structure, possibility that the interest of a game will fall can be reduced.

  The gaming machine further includes a prefetch determination unit (for example, the CPU 103 that performs the prefetch determination) capable of performing a prefetch determination on a variable display that has not yet been started, and the change effect execution unit performs the prefetch determination. Based on the determination result, the change effect (eg, freeze effect) may be executed.

(Configuration 5)
(1) Variable display (for example, variable display) of a plurality of types of identification information (for example, decorative symbols) that can identify each of them, and a specific display result (for example, jackpot symbol) that is predetermined as a display result is derived and displayed. A gaming machine (for example, a pachinko gaming machine 1) that controls to a specific state (for example, a big hit gaming state) that is advantageous to the player when
With respect to variable display that has not yet been started, hold storage means that can be stored as hold storage;
Pre-determining means for determining whether or not to display the variable display as the specific display result when starting variable display;
Specific determination means for determining whether or not the specific display result is obtained in variable display based on the hold storage stored in the hold storage means before the determination by the prior determination means;
When a predetermined condition is satisfied during execution of variable display, based on the determination result by the specific determination means, the variation mode of the variable display being performed is changed from the first mode (for example, the variation display of the normal state of the decorative pattern). Display mode changing means for changing to a second mode different from the first mode (for example, a non-display state or a stopped state of a decorative design),
A gaming machine comprising
According to this feature, the variation mode of the variable display currently being executed is changed in relation to the subsequent variable display other than the variable display currently being executed based on the determination result of the specific determination means. It is possible to improve amusement interest by changing the variation mode.

(2) It is possible to variably display auxiliary information (for example, small symbols) different from the identification information,
When the variable display mode being executed by the display mode changing means is changed from the first mode to the second mode, variable display based on the auxiliary information is performed instead of the variable display being executed. It is said.
According to this feature, the player can recognize that the variable display is continued using the auxiliary information.

(3) It is possible to variably display auxiliary information (for example, small symbols) different from the identification information,
When the change mode of the variable display is changed to the second mode by the display mode changing means, the display result of the variable display of the auxiliary information is derived and displayed instead of the display result of the variable display that has been executed. Yes.
According to this feature, it is possible to recognize a break of variable display variation based on the hold storage.

(4) After the change mode of the variable display is changed to the second mode (for example, the mode in which the change is frozen), a third different from the second mode at any one of the plurality of change timings. Second mode changing means for changing to perform variable display in a mode (for example, a display mode after freeze release effect or freeze release);
Change timing determination means for determining the change timing at a different ratio between when the display result based on the hold storage (for example, target) to be the determination result is the specific display result and when the display result is not the specific display result (For example, the big hit expectation differs depending on the end timing of freeze production (execution timing of freeze release production) or the timing at the time of freeze release)
It is characterized by having.
According to this feature, attention can be paid to the change timing of the variable display of the second aspect, and the game entertainment can be improved.

(5) The display mode changing unit includes a limiting unit that limits the change mode of the variable display from the first mode to the second mode.
According to this feature, when the change mode of the variable display is changed from the first mode to the second mode, the change to the second mode can be limited when the gaming interest is reduced.

(6) A third mode in which variable display is changed so that variable display is performed in a third mode different from the second mode after the variable mode is changed to the second mode (for example, the mode in which the change is frozen). Change means,
Special effect executing means for executing a special effect (for example, freeze release effect) when the third mode changing unit performs variable display in the third mode;
It is characterized by having.
According to this feature, the player can recognize that variable display is possible in the third mode.

(7) The display mode changing means is characterized in that, as the second mode, the variable mode of the variable display being executed is changed to a stopped state.
According to this feature, since the variation mode of the variable display being executed is stopped, the unexpectedness can be enhanced and the game entertainment can be improved.

(8) The display mode changing means is characterized in that the change mode of the variable display being executed is changed to a non-display state as the second mode.
According to this feature, since the variation mode of the variable display being executed is not displayed, it is possible to enhance the unexpectedness and improve the game entertainment.

(9) When the special effect is being executed (for example, reach is being established), the display unit changes the variable display change mode from the first mode to the second mode. It is characterized by restricting.
According to this feature, when the special effect is being executed, it is possible to prevent the variable display variation mode from being changed from the first mode to the second mode, thereby reducing the gaming interest.

(10) The display mode changing unit changes the variable mode of the variable display being executed from the first mode to the second mode different from the first mode when the hold memory is newly stored in the hold memory unit. It is characterized by changing.
According to this feature, it can be seen that the change to the second mode of the variable display is related to the hold memory newly stored in the hold storage means.

(Other)
In the present specification, the comparison expression (expression such as “high”, “low”, “difference”, etc.) of various ratios such as the performance execution ratio is that the ratio of one is “0%”. May be included. For example, one of the ratios is “0%” and the other is a ratio of “100%” or a ratio of less than “100%”.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 ... Pachinko machine 2 ... Game board 5 ... Image display apparatus 11 ... Main board 12 ... Production control board 100 ... Game control microcomputer 120 ... Production control CPU
123 ... Display control unit

Claims (1)

A gaming machine that performs variable display of special identification information and controls it to a specific state advantageous to the player,
A variable display effect execution means capable of executing a variable display effect of the identification information for effect corresponding to the variable display of the special identification information and a variable display effect of the reduced identification information having lower visibility than the identification information for the effect;
Production execution means capable of performing production,
Prefetch determination means capable of performing prefetch determination on a variable display that has not yet started;
Based on the determination result of the prefetch determination, the display mode of the presentation executed by the presentation execution unit is changed from the operating first display mode to the second display mode in which the first display mode is stopped. Change effect execution means for executing the change effect;
An abnormality detection means capable of detecting a plurality of types of abnormality in the gaming machine,
The production execution means can display an abnormality display capable of specifying the type of abnormality based on the fact that the abnormality detection means has detected an abnormality.
A change effect restriction means for restricting execution of the change effect when the abnormality display is displayed ;
As the abnormality display, a first abnormality display capable of specifying a first type of abnormality among the plurality of types of abnormality and a second type of abnormality different from the first type among the plurality of types of abnormality can be specified. And a second abnormality display that is lower in visibility than the first abnormality display,
The change effect execution means can execute the change effect without changing the display mode of the second abnormality display when the second abnormality display is displayed.
When the first abnormality display is displayed, the execution of the change effect is restricted by the change effect restriction means,
The variable display effect of the effect identification information is visible when the second abnormal display is displayed, while the variable display effect of the effect identification information is displayed when the first abnormal display is displayed. Is difficult to see,
A gaming machine, wherein a variable display effect of the reduced identification information is executed by a common effect mode regardless of whether the first abnormality display is displayed or the second abnormality display is displayed .