JP6643619B2 - Gaming machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention executes a game in which the identification information is variably displayed after the start condition is satisfied, and then the result is stopped and displayed, and when the result of the game is a special result, a state advantageous to the player is generated. Related to gaming machines.

  Conventionally, there is a pachinko machine as a typical example of a game machine. This pachinko machine includes a main control board that controls the game in general and an effect control board that controls an effect, and the effect control board executes the effect based on information output by the main control board. Then, based on the fact that a game ball wins in the starting port provided in the game area (start winning), a plurality of pieces of identification information (symbols, symbols, etc.) displayed on the variable display device provided in the game area are changed. It is possible to store up to a predetermined number of start memories that are the execution right of the variable display game to be displayed. Then, the variable display game is executed based on the stored start memory, and when the result of the variable display game is a special result, a special game state in which the special variable winning device is opened is set. Further, there is no start memory at the end of the variable display game, and when the variable display game cannot be executed, a standby state of waiting for execution is set (for example, see Patent Document 1).

JP-A-2006-263263

Nevertheless, in the conventional game machine, grasp of the state of the game machine has been difficult. An object of the present invention is to make it easy to grasp the state of a gaming machine.

In order to solve the above problems, the invention described in claim 1 is
On the basis of establishment of the start condition, a game in which the result is stopped and displayed after the identification information is variably displayed, and when the result of the game is a special result, in a gaming machine which generates a state advantageous to the player,
A game control means for comprehensively controlling the game,
Effect control means for controlling the effect of the game based on information from the game control means,
Operating means operable by a player,
The game control means,
If the next game is not started continuously after the end of the game, wait information is transmitted to the effect control means after the end of the game,
The effect control means,
It is possible to adjust the output mode of the effect according to the operation of the operation means,
It is possible to switch between an adjustable state and an impossible state of the output mode of the effect based on the satisfaction of a predetermined condition,
In a period in which the result, which is a period from the end of the variable display in the game to the end of the game, is stopped and displayed, the output mode of the effect cannot be adjusted,
From the end of the game to the start of the next game, regardless of whether or not the standby information has been received, a transition is made to a standby state of waiting for the start of the next game,
If the standby information is received after the end of the game that triggers the start of the standby state, the output state of the effect can be adjusted in the standby state,
If the standby information has not been received after the end of the game that triggered the start of the standby state, the output mode of the effect cannot be adjusted in the standby state,
When the game is started, the output mode of the effect can be adjusted ,
During the period of the reach state in the game, the output mode of the effect can be adjusted,
When an operation of adjusting the output mode of the effect is performed by the operation unit, an adjustment screen indicating a state of the output mode of the effect can be displayed,
The adjustment screen is not displayed during the reach state of the game .

  According to the present invention, it is easy to grasp the state of the gaming machine.

It is the perspective view which looked at the game machine of one embodiment of the present invention from the front side. It is a front view of a game board. It is a figure explaining the details of a collective display. It is a figure explaining the details of the production operation part. It is a block diagram showing an example of composition of a control system of a game machine. It is a block diagram showing an example of composition of a control system of a game machine. It is a flowchart explaining a main process. It is a flowchart explaining a main process. It is a flowchart explaining a timer interruption process. It is a flowchart explaining a special figure game process. It is a flowchart explaining a starting port switch monitoring process. It is a flowchart explaining a special figure starting port switch common process. It is a flowchart explaining a special figure suspension information determination process. It is a flowchart explaining a special figure ordinary process. It is a flowchart explaining a special figure 1 change start process. It is a flowchart explaining a special figure 2 change start process. It is a flowchart explaining a fluctuation pattern setting process. It is a flowchart explaining a change start information setting process. It is a figure explaining the kind of variation pattern and selection ratio. It is a flowchart explaining a main process. It is a flowchart explaining a reception command check process. It is a flowchart explaining a reception command analysis process. 9 is a flowchart illustrating one-shot command processing. It is a flowchart explaining a symbol type command process. It is a flowchart explaining a fluctuation system command process. It is a flowchart explaining a fluctuation effect setting process. It is a flowchart explaining a special figure reservation information setting process. It is a flowchart explaining an effect change process. FIG. 3 is a diagram illustrating a display mode on a display device. It is a figure for explaining substitution of an effect. It is a figure for explaining substitution of an effect. It is a figure explaining the example of the effect changed. It is a figure explaining an operation preparation effect. It is a figure explaining another example of operation preparation production. It is a figure explaining another example of operation preparation production. It is a figure explaining an effect at the time of operation being performed. It is a figure explaining the operation reflection mode based on operation of the effect operation part. It is a figure explaining the change operation of a button operation mode. It is a figure explaining the change operation of the volume. It is a flowchart explaining an effect button input process. It is a flowchart explaining a volume control process. It is a flowchart explaining an input result information storage process. It is a figure explaining the display mode of a customer waiting state. It is a figure explaining a specific production. It is a figure explaining the result of a specific effect. It is a figure explaining a display mode when a special figure change display game is started during execution of a specific effect. It is a figure explaining a display mode when a special figure change display game is started during execution of a specific effect. It is a figure explaining an execution mode when a special figure change display game is started during execution of a specific effect. It is a figure explaining a display mode when a special figure change display game is started from a customer waiting state. It is a flowchart explaining a customer waiting demonstration setting process. It is a flowchart explaining a customer waiting process. It is a flowchart explaining a specific effect control process. It is a figure explaining another example of a specific production. It is a figure explaining another example of a specific production. It is a figure explaining another example of a specific production. FIG. 3 is a diagram illustrating a display mode on a display device. FIG. 3 is a diagram illustrating a display mode on a display device. It is a figure explaining the execution mode of the specific effect in the 1st modification. It is a figure explaining the related production in the 1st modification. It is a figure explaining starting memory related production in the 1st modification. It is a flowchart explaining the customer waiting process in the 1st modification. It is a flowchart explaining the specific effect control processing in the 1st modification.

<First embodiment>
Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. FIG. 1 is an explanatory diagram of a gaming machine according to one embodiment of the present invention.

  The gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment includes a front frame 12, and the front frame 12 is assembled to an outer frame (support frame) 11 via a hinge 13 so as to be capable of opening and closing. The game board 30 (see FIG. 2) is housed in a housing (not shown) formed on the front side of the front frame 12. Further, a glass frame 15 (transparent plate holding frame) provided with a cover glass (transparent member) 14 that covers the front surface of the game board 30 is attached to the front frame (main body frame) 12.

  In addition, an illumination device (moving light) 16 having a built-in lamp and a motor therein and a lamp (LED) 17 for annunciation abnormality notification are provided above the glass frame 15. On the left and right sides of the glass frame 15, there are provided a frame decoration device 18 having a built-in lamp and the like for emitting light for decoration and performance, and a speaker (upper speaker) 19a for emitting sound (for example, sound effect). I have. Further, a speaker (lower speaker) 19b is provided below the front frame 12.

An upper plate 21 (reservoir plate) for supplying game balls to a hit ball launching device (not shown) and a game ball paid out from a payout unit provided on the back side of the gaming machine 10 are provided below the front frame 12. An outlet 22 for the upper plate ball flowing out, a lower plate (receiving tray) 23 for storing game balls paid out in a state where the upper plate 21 is full, an operation unit 24 of the hitting ball firing device, and the like are provided. Further, on the upper edge of the upper plate 21, an effect operation unit 550 for receiving an operation input from a player is provided. The effect operation unit 550 is an effect button 25 having a built-in effect button switch 25a for receiving a pressing operation input from the player. Further, the upper surface (press surface) of the effect button 25 is contacted by the player. A touch panel 29 for receiving an operation input is provided. A key 26 for opening and locking the front frame 12 and the glass frame 15 is provided on the lower right side of the front frame 12.
In the present embodiment, the touch panel 29 is provided integrally with the effect button 25. However, the touch panel 29 may be provided separately from the effect button 25. For example, a sub display device is provided near the effect button 25. A touch panel 29 may be provided on the display surface of the sub display device.

  Also, on the front surface of the glass frame 15 above the upper plate 21, a ball lending button 27 which is operated when a player receives a ball lending from an adjacent ball lending machine, to discharge a prepaid card from the card unit of the ball lending machine. And a balance display section (not shown) for displaying the balance of the prepaid card. In the gaming machine 10 of this embodiment, when the player rotates the operation unit 24, the hit ball launching device moves the game ball supplied from the upper plate 21 toward the game area 32 on the front of the game board 30. Fire. In addition, when the player operates the staging operation section 550, in the change display game (decorative special figure change display game) on the display device 41 (see FIG. 2), an effect or the like in which the operation of the player is interposed is performed. Can be.

  Next, an example of the game board 30 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 2 is a front view of the game board 30 of the present embodiment.

  A substantially circular game area 32 surrounded by a guide rail 31 is formed on the surface of the game board 30. The game area 32 is configured to be surrounded by resin side cases 33 and guide rails 31 provided at four corners of the game board 30, respectively. In the game area 32, a center case (game effect structure) 40 having a display device 41 substantially at the center is arranged. The display device 41 is mounted in a recess provided in the center case 40 at a position deeper than the front surface of the center case 40. That is, the center case 40 is formed so as to surround the display area of the display device 41, protrude forward from the display surface of the display device 41, and prevent game balls from jumping from the surrounding game area 32.

The display device 41 (variable display device) is configured by a device having a display screen such as an LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) and a CRT (CRT). In a region (display region) where an image on the display screen can be displayed, a plurality of pieces of identification information (special symbols), information relating to a game such as a character that produces a special figure variable display game and a background image that enhances the rendering effect are displayed. . On the display screen of the display device 41, a plurality of special symbols assigned as identification information are displayed in a variable manner (variable display), and a decorative special figure variable display game corresponding to the special figure variable display game is performed. In addition, an image for an effect based on the progress of the game (for example, a big hit display image, a fanfare display image, an ending display image, etc.) is displayed on the display screen.
In addition, a board effect device 44 that performs a game effect by operating is provided on the left and right portions of the center case 40. The board presentation device 44 is operable from the state shown in FIG. 2 toward the center of the display device 41.

On the lower right side of the center case 40 in the game area 32, there is provided a normal symbol start gate (general symbol start gate) 34 for giving a start condition of the general symbol change display game. A game ball that has won the ordinary figure starting gate 34 is detected by the gate switch 34a (see FIG. 5).
In addition, on the lower left side of the center case 40 in the game area 32, three general prize ports 35 are arranged. The mouth 35 is arranged. The gaming balls that have won the general winning opening 35 are detected by a winning opening switch 35a (see FIG. 5).

  Further, below the center case 40 in the game area 32, a start winning opening 36 (first start winning opening, start winning area) for providing a start condition of the special figure variable display game is provided. The game ball that has won the start winning port 36 is detected by the start port 1 switch 36a (see FIG. 5).

Immediately below the start winning opening 36, there is provided a normal variable winning device 37 (second starting winning opening, start winning area) for giving a start condition of the special figure variable display game.
The normal fluctuation winning device 37 is provided with a movable member 37b which can be opened by turning the upper end side in a direction of falling toward the front side and can be converted into a state in which a game ball can easily flow in. The movable member 37b is always A closed state (a disadvantageous state for the player) in which the game ball cannot flow in is maintained. Then, when the result of the normal-floating fluctuation display game is in a predetermined stop display mode, the general-purpose solenoid 37c (see FIG. 5) as a driving device is used to open the normal fluctuation prize device 37 so that the game ball can easily flow. It can be changed to a state (an advantageous state for the player). The game ball that has won the normal variable winning device 37 is detected by the start port 2 switch 37a (see FIG. 5).
Further, below the normal variable winning device 37, there is provided an out port 30a for collecting game balls that have not won a prize port or the like.

Further, below the center case 40 in the game area 32 and to the right of the starting winning opening 36, special fluctuations that can be converted into a state in which game balls are not accepted and a state in which game balls are easily accepted depending on the result of the special figure fluctuation display game. A winning device (large winning opening) 38 is provided.
The special fluctuation prize winning device 38 has an attacker type opening / closing door 38c which can be opened by rotating in the direction in which the upper end side is tilted forward, and depending on the result of the special figure fluctuation display game as an auxiliary game. The special winning opening is converted from a closed state (a closed state disadvantageous to the player) to an open state (a state advantageous for the player). That is, the special variable winning device 38 includes, for example, a large winning opening that is opened and closed by an opening / closing door 38c driven by a large winning opening solenoid 38b (see FIG. 5) as a driving device, and is in a special gaming state or a small hitting game. During the state, the large winning opening is changed from a closed state to an open state to facilitate the inflow of game balls into the large winning opening, and a predetermined game value (prize ball) is given to the player. Has become. In addition, inside the special winning opening (winning area), a special winning opening switch (count switch) 38a (see FIG. 5) as a detecting means for detecting a game ball entering the special winning opening is disposed. . In the gaming machine of the present embodiment, two special winning opening switches 38a are provided, and a game ball flowing into the special winning opening is detected by any of the special winning opening switches 38a. By providing a plurality of the special winning opening switches 38a in this manner, the game balls flowing into the special winning opening can be quickly detected.

  On the left side of the center case 40 in the game area 32, a specific gate 39 through which game balls can pass is provided. The specific gate 39 is provided with a specific gate switch 39a capable of detecting a passing game ball. As will be described later, a specific memory is generated based on a game ball passing through the specific gate 39 and detected by the specific gate switch 39a, and a specific effect is executed based on the specific memory. Further, a specific storage display section 49 for displaying specific storage information is provided at the lower left portion of the center case 40.

In the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, of the gaming area 32 in which the gaming ball flows down, the area on the left of the center case 40 is defined as a left gaming area, and the area on the right of the center case 40 is defined as a right gaming area. ing. Then, the player adjusts the firing force and fires a game ball to the left game area (so-called left-handed), thereby aiming at winning in the starting winning opening 36, and firing a game ball to the right game area (so-called). By right-handing), it is possible to aim for a prize to the ordinary figure starting gate 34, the normal variable prize winning device 37 and the special variable prize winning device 38.
Here, in the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, a flow path forming member 42 attached to the right end portion of the center case 40 is disposed at a position corresponding to the right game area, and is fired to the right game area. The played game ball is configured to pass through a flow path formed by the flow path forming member 42. In addition, since the material of at least the front surface of the flow path forming member 42 is a material that allows a game ball passing through the flow path formed by the flow path forming member 42 to be visually recognized from the outside, the player or the like A game ball passing through the flow path formed by the formation member 42 (that is, a game ball flowing down the right game area) can be visually recognized through the flow path formation member 42 from the front of the flow path formation member 42. .

  In addition, outside the game area 32 (here, the lower right of the game board 30), the first special figure change display game and the second special figure change display game, which constitute the special figure change display game, and the general figure start gate 34 are provided. A collective display device 50 is provided for displaying a game-changing display game triggered by winning, and displaying various information.

  As shown in FIG. 3, the collective display device 50 is a special figure 1 display for a first special figure change display game (a first special figure change display unit) configured by a 7-segment type display (LED lamp) or the like. ) 51 (D1) and a special figure 2 display (second special figure change display section) 52 (D2) for the second special figure change display game, and a change display for the general figure change display game composed of LED lamps. (D8, D10, D18) and storage display units 54, 55, 56 (D11-D16) for notifying the number of start storage of each variable display game, also constituted by LED lamps. Prepare.

  The collective display device 50 also includes a second game state display unit (second game state display, time reduction state notification unit) 58 (D17) that lights up when a time reduction state occurs and notifies the user of the occurrence of the time reduction state. The third game state display section (third game state display, probability state display section) 59 (D9) for displaying that the big hit probability state is the high probability state when the power is turned on, and the number of rounds at the big hit ( A round display section 60 (D3 to D7) for displaying the number of times of opening and closing of the special fluctuation winning device 38 is provided. The collective display device 50 is further illuminated when a big hit occurs to notify the occurrence of a big hit, or to notify that a right-handed game is more advantageous than a left-handed game. A display unit (right-hand notification unit) and the like may be provided.

  The special figure change display game on the special figure 1 display 51 and the special figure 2 display 52 is, for example, during the execution of the change display game, that is, while performing the decoration special figure change display game on the display device 41, The segment is blinked to indicate that it is changing. The blink cycle is set to, for example, 100 ms. In the case of the present embodiment, in the special figure change display game on the special figure 1 display device 51, as shown in FIG. 3B, the special figure is provided on the lower right side of 7 segments in addition to the center segment. The eighth segment is also driven to blink to indicate that it is fluctuating, and is configured to be able to distinguish between Toku-zu 1 and Toku-zu 2. When the result of the game is "missing", for example, the center segment (the eighth segment on the lower right side in addition to the special figure 1) is turned on as a result mode of the missing, and the result of the game is In the case of "hit", the game result is displayed by turning on a result mode (for example, a number or a symbol) other than the loss result mode as a hit result mode (special result mode).

  The general-purpose indicator 53 blinks the lamp during the change to indicate that the change is occurring, and displays the game result as a lighting mode and a lighting color according to the result of the game after a predetermined time. In the case of the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 3 (c), among the lamps D8, D10, and D18 constituting the general-purpose indicator 53, when the game result is out of order, only the lamp D8 is turned on. When the game result is a hit and the stop symbol number is "1", only the lamp D10 is turned on. When the game result is a hit and the stop symbol number is "2", only the lamp D18 is turned on. When the result of the game is a hit and the hit stop symbol number is "3", the lamps D10 and D18 are turned on.

  In addition, the general-purpose display indicator 56 displays the number of stored memories (= reservation number) of the general-purpose start gate 34, which is a change start condition of the general-purpose display 53, by turning off, blinking, and lighting a plurality of LEDs. In the case of the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 3D, of the lamp D15 and the lamp D16 constituting the general-purpose reservation indicator 56, when the number of reservations is “0”, both the lamp D15 and the lamp D16 are switched off. The lamp is turned off, the lamp D15 alone is turned on when the number of reservations is "1", and both the lamp D15 and the lamp D16 are turned on when the number of reservations is "2". When the number of reservations is "3" Is configured so that the lamp D15 is turned on and off and the lamp D16 is turned on, and when the number of reservations is "4", both the lamp D15 and the lamp D16 are turned on and off.

  The special figure 1 hold display 54 indicates the number of first start memories (special figure 1 hold), which is the execution right of the first special figure change display game displayed on the special figure 1 display 51, by turning off a plurality of LEDs, Display by blinking and lighting. In the case of the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 3 (e), among the lamps D11 and D12 constituting the special figure 1 hold display 54, when the special figure 1 starting storage number is “0”, the lamps D11 and When both of the lamps D12 are turned off, when the special figure 1 starting memory number is "1", only the lamp D11 is turned on, and when the special figure 1 starting memory number is "2", both the lamp D11 and the lamp D12 are used. Is turned on, the lamp D11 is turned on and off when the special figure 1 starting storage number is "3", and the lamp D12 is turned on when the special figure 1 starting storage number is "4". Are made to blink. The blinking cycle is set to, for example, 128 ms.

  The special figure 2 reservation display 55 indicates the number of second start memories (special figure 2 reservation), which are the execution right of the second special figure change display game displayed on the special figure 2 display 52, by turning off a plurality of LEDs. , Flashing and lighting. In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 3 (e), of the lamp D13 and lamp D14 constituting a special symbol 2 reservation display 55, the lamp D13 and when special symbol 2 start memory number is "0" When both of the lamps D14 are turned off, and when the number of stored special figure 2 starts is "1", only the lamp D13 is turned on, and when the number of stored start special figure 2 is "2", both the lamp D13 and the lamp D14 are set. Is turned on, the lamp D13 is turned on and off when the special figure 2 starting storage number is "3", and the lamp D13 and the lamp D14 are set when the special figure 2 starting storage number is "4". Are made to blink. The blinking cycle is set to, for example, 128 ms.

  The second game state display unit (time saving state notification unit) 58 is configured by an LED lamp or the like, and, for example, as shown in FIG. When the function is not operating), the lamp is turned off, and when the time-saving state is occurring (when the fluctuation time reducing function is operating), the lamp is turned on.

  The third game state display unit (probability state display unit) 59 is configured by an LED lamp or the like. For example, as shown in FIG. (Probability state), the lamp is turned off, and if the jackpot probability state is the high probability state (probable change state) when the gaming machine 10 is powered on, the lamp is turned on.

  The round display unit 60 is configured by an LED lamp or the like. For example, when the special game state based on the big hit is not performed, the lamp is turned off, and during the special game state, the round display unit 60 corresponds to the number of rounds selected according to the special result. The lamp to be turned on. In the case of the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 3G, when the number of selected rounds among the lamps D3 to D7 constituting the round display unit 60 is “16”, the lamps D5 to D7 are turned on. When the number of selected rounds is "8", the lamps D4 to D6 are turned on, and when the number of selected rounds is "2", the lamp D3 is turned on. The round display section may be constituted by a 7-segment display.

  FIG. 4 shows details of the effect operation unit 550. FIG. 4A is a plan view of the effect operation unit 550. The effect operation unit 550 of the present embodiment includes an effect button (push button) 25 and a touch panel 29 provided on the upper surface of the effect button (push button) 25, as shown in FIG. Have been. That is, effect operation unit 550 has a touch sensor function (touch panel function) in addition to the physical push button function.

  Then, sensitivity setting data, LED brightness data, and the like are transmitted from the effect control board (effect control device) 300 to the effect operation unit 550, and an effect button is transmitted from the effect operation unit 550 to the effect control board (effect control device) 300. A push button signal (press detection signal) from an effect button switch (push sensor) 25a provided in the (push button) 25 and a touch ON / OFF signal (contact / non-contact detection signal) from a touch sensor 29a provided in the touch panel 29 are output. It is configured to be.

  In the case of the present embodiment, the effect button switch (push sensor) 25a provided in the effect button (push button) 25 is used to press the upper surface of the effect operation unit 550 (press the upper surface of the effect operation unit 550 to push down the effect operation unit 550). ) Is detected. Also, a plurality of points are provided on the upper surface of the effect operation unit 550, and a touch sensor provided on the touch panel 29 detects a touch operation on a point provided on the upper surface of the effect operation unit 550.

  Specifically, as shown in FIG. 4B, nine points of “TSW1” to “TSW8” and “Pa” are provided as a plurality of points. More specifically, the “TSW4” point provided at the center of the upper surface of the effect operation unit 550, the “TSW1” point provided to the left of the “TSW4” point, and the back side of the “TSW4” point (game The "TSW3" point provided on the board 30 side), the "TSW6" point provided on the right side of the "TSW4" point, and the "TSW8" provided on the near side (player side) of the "TSW4" point. Point, “TSW2” point provided between “TSW1” point and “TSW3” point, “TSW5” point provided between “TSW3” point and “TSW6” point, and “TSW6” point "TSW7" point provided between the point and the "TSW8" point, and between the "TSW8" point and the "TSW1" point And "Pa" point, which is provided, is provided. Note that the number of points is not limited to nine, and can be arbitrarily changed as appropriate. Also, in FIG. 4B, for convenience, each point of “TSW1” to “TSW8” is described as “TSW1” to “TSW8”, however, the effect operation unit 550 of the present embodiment includes As shown in (a), there is no such notation.

  The points at which the touch operation can be detected by the touch sensor of the touch panel 29 are the eight points “TSW1” to “TSW8”, and the touch operation is not detected at the “Pa” point. Of course, the touch operation may be detected even at the “Pa” point. In addition, at each of the nine points “TSW1” to “TSW8” and “Pa”, LEDs of independent systems (full-color LEDs in the case of the present embodiment) are arranged.

  The “Pa” point can be determined, for example, by using the LED of the “Pa” point as a notification lamp for one-shot notification, or by sequentially lighting the LED of each point on the upper surface of the staging operation unit 550 like a roulette wheel. LED can be used for a “probable (or probable change)” point, and an LED at a “Pa” point can be used for a prefetching correct effect.

  Here, the lighting brightness of the LEDs (specifically, the LEDs arranged at the “TSW1” to “TSW8” points and the “Pa” points) for illuminating the upper surface of the effect operation unit 550 is determined by adjusting the brightness (by setting the hall). , And player adjustment). That is, the lighting brightness of the LED is constant without being affected by the brightness adjustment. Further, the touch sensor forcibly turns off the touch when the touch-on state (contact state) continues for a predetermined time (for example, about 35 seconds (basic setting)) (stops the output of the touch-on signal and turns off the touch-off). Signal output function). That is, the touch sensor (touch detection IC) is configured not to detect a continuous contact operation for a predetermined time or more.

  As an operation of the player detected by such an effect operation unit 550, for example, an operation shown in FIG. “Single hit” is an operation of pressing the effect operation unit 550 once, and “continuous hit” is an operation of pressing the effect operation unit 550 multiple times at intervals within a predetermined time. “Long press” is an operation of keeping the effect operation unit 550 pressed for a predetermined time or more, and “touch” is an operation of touching the touch panel 29. The “Pa operation (TSW1or8) + long press” means that the “Pa” point or one (or both) of the two adjacent points “TSW1” and “TSW8” is in contact with the “Pa” point. This is an operation of pressing, and “flick” is an operation of sliding as if playing while touching the touch panel 29. Of course, the operation to be detected is not limited to these operations.

  In the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, a game is played by launching a game ball (pachinko ball) from the launching device (not shown) toward the game area 32. The launched game balls flow down the game area 32 while changing the rolling direction by means of directional change members such as obstacle nails and windmills arranged at various places in the game area 32, and a general-purpose starting gate 34, a general winning opening 35. The player wins the start winning port 36, the normal variable winning device 37 or the special variable winning device 38, or flows into the out port 30a provided at the lowermost portion of the game area 32 and is discharged from the game area 32. When a game ball wins in the general winning opening 35, the starting winning opening 36, the normal variable winning device 37, or the special variable winning device 38, a number of prize balls according to the type of the winning opening that has been won are given to the payout control device 200 ( The glass unit 15 is discharged to the upper plate 21 or the lower plate 23 from the dispensing unit controlled by (see FIG. 5).

  On the other hand, a gate switch 34a (see FIG. 5) including a non-contact type switch for detecting a game ball passing through the general-purpose starting gate 34 is provided in the general-purpose starting gate 34, When a game ball driven into the area 32 passes through the general-purpose starting gate 34, it is detected by the gate switch 34a and a general-purpose variation display game is performed. In addition, a state in which the general figure variable display game cannot be started, for example, a state in which the general figure variable display game is already performed and the general figure variable display game is not finished, When the game ball passes through the general-purpose starting gate 34 when 37 is converted to the open state, if the general-purpose starting storage number is less than the upper limit number (for example, four), the general-purpose starting storage number is added ( +1), and one ordinary figure starting memory is stored. The stored number of the general-purpose starting prize is displayed on the general-purpose reserve display 56 of the collective display device 50. In addition, the hit figure random number value (hit random value) for determining the result of the hit figure variation display game is stored in the hit figure starting memory. To determine the result of the ordinary figure change display game. When the hit determination random number value matches the determination value, the general-figure variation display game wins, and a specific result mode (general-figure specific result) is derived.

  The general-figure variation display game is provided on the collective display device 50, and is displayed on a variation display unit (general-figure display) 53 composed of LEDs. Makes identification information (regular figure, ordinary pattern). Incidentally, constituted by the display device Hiroshizu indicator 53, usually identification information as, for example, numbers, symbols, after such with a character pattern, which causes a predetermined time variable display, configured to display the results to display stopped You may. If the stop display of the normal-floating fluctuation display game is a general-figure identification result, the normal-figure hit occurs and the movable member 37b of the normal-variation winning device 37 is opened for a predetermined time. This makes it easier for the game ball to win the second start winning port inside the normal fluctuation winning device 37, and the number of times the second special figure fluctuation display game is executed increases.

  The winning ball in the starting winning port 36 and the winning ball in the normal variable winning device 37 are detected by a starting port 1 switch 36a and a starting port 2 switch 37a provided inside, respectively. The game ball that has won the start winning opening 36 is detected as the start winning ball of the first special figure change display game, and is stored as a first start memory up to a predetermined upper limit number (for example, four), and the normal change is performed. The game ball that has won the winning device 37 is detected as the starting winning ball of the second special figure variable display game, and is stored as the second starting memory up to a predetermined upper limit number (for example, four). At the time of detecting the starting winning ball, a jackpot random number value, a jackpot symbol random number value, and each variation pattern random number value are extracted as starting storage information, and the extracted random number values are stored in the game control device 100 (see FIG. 5). In a special figure storage area (a part of the RAM) as a special figure starting memory, each of which is stored up to a predetermined number of times (for example, a maximum of four times). Then, the number of stored special figure start memories is displayed on the storage display unit (the special figure 1 reservation display 54, the special figure 2 reservation display 55) of the collective display device 50 for informing the number of start winnings, and the center is displayed. Also in the display device 41 of the case 40, it is displayed as a decoration special figure start storage display.

  The game control device 100 determines whether the special figure 1 display 51 (variable display device) or the special figure 2 display 52 (variable display) based on the winning in the starting winning port 36 or the normal variable winning device 37 or the starting memory thereof. The first or second special figure variation display game is performed by the (device). The first special figure change display game and the second special figure change display game are performed by changing and displaying a plurality of special symbols (special figures and identification information) and then stopping and displaying a predetermined result mode. Further, a decorative special figure variation display game in which a plurality of types of identification information (for example, numbers, symbols, character designs, and the like) are varied and displayed on the display device (image display device) 41 is executed. Then, as a result of the special figure change display game, if the display mode of the special figure 1 display 51 or the special figure 2 display 52 becomes the special result mode (special result), a big hit occurs and the special game state ( A so-called big hit state). In addition, the result mode of the decorative special figure variable display game displayed on the display device 41 corresponding thereto is also a special result mode. When the display mode of the special figure 1 display 51 or the special figure 2 display 52 becomes the small hit result mode as a result of the special figure change display game, a small hit is made and a small hit game state (so-called small hit game state). , Small hit state). In addition, the result mode of the decorative special figure variable display game displayed on the display device 41 corresponding thereto also becomes the small hit result mode.

  In the decorative special figure variation display game on the display device 41, for example, the decorative special design (identification information) composed of the above-described numbers and the like on the display device 41 is displayed in the left variation display region (first special design) and the right variation display region ( In each of the second special symbol) and the medium fluctuation display area (third special symbol), each symbol is displayed at a speed that is difficult to identify (high-speed fluctuation). Then, the symbols fluctuating after a predetermined time are sequentially stopped in the order of the left fluctuation display area, the right fluctuation display area, and the middle fluctuation display area, and stopped in each of the left fluctuation display area, the right fluctuation display area, and the middle fluctuation display area. This is performed by displaying the result of the special figure change display game in a result mode constituted by the displayed identification information. In addition, the display device 41 performs a variable display game using a decorative special symbol corresponding to the number of special figure start storages, and also performs various effect displays such as appearance of a character to enhance interest.

  Note that the special figure 1 display 51 and the special figure 2 display 52 may be separate displays or the same display. However, each special figure change display may be performed independently or not simultaneously. The game is displayed. Also, the display device 41 may use different display devices or different display areas in the first special figure variable display game and the second special figure variable display game, or use the same display device or display area. However, the decoration special figure variation display game is displayed independently and not simultaneously. In addition, the special figure 1 display 51 and the special figure 2 display 52 may not be provided in the gaming machine 10, and the special figure change display game may be executed only by the display device 41. Further, the second special figure change display game is executed with priority over the first special figure change display game. That is, when there is a start memory of the first special figure change display game and the second special figure change display game, and when the execution of the special figure change display game becomes possible, the second special figure change display game is executed. It is executed (prioritized).

  Also, in a state where the first special figure change display game (second special figure change display game) can be started and the number of start memories is 0, the start winning prize port 36 (or the normal change winning apparatus 37) is set. When the game ball is won, the starting memory is stored with the generation of the starting right, the starting memory number is incremented by one, and the first special figure change display game (the second special figure) is immediately based on the starting memory. (Variation display game) is started, and at this time, the starting storage number is reduced by one. On the other hand, a state where the first special figure change display game (second special figure change display game) cannot be started immediately, for example, the first or second special figure change display game has already been performed, and the special figure change display game ends. When the starting ball is not entered, the special gaming state or the small hitting gaming state, and the game ball is won in the starting winning port 36 (or the normal variable winning device 37), if the starting memory number is less than the upper limit number, The start memory number is incremented by one, and one start memory is stored. Then, in a state where the number of start memories is 1 or more, a state in which the first special figure change display game (second special figure change display game) can be started (the last special figure change display game is ended or the special game state or the like) When the small hitting game state is over), the start memory number is decremented by one, and the first special figure change display game (second special figure change display game) is started based on the stored start memory. In the following description, when the first special figure variable display game and the second special figure variable display game are not distinguished, they are simply referred to as a special figure variable display game.

  Although not particularly limited, the starting port 1 switch 36a in the starting winning port 36, the starting port 2 switch 37a in the normal variable winning device 37, the gate switch 34a, the winning port switch 35a, the special winning port switch. The non-contact type magnetic proximity sensor (hereinafter, referred to as a proximity switch) 38a which has a coil for magnetic detection and detects a game ball by using a phenomenon that a magnetic field changes when a metal approaches the coil is used for the 38a. ing. Further, a micro switch having mechanical contacts is provided for a glass frame opening detection switch 63 provided on the glass frame 15 or the like of the gaming machine 10 or a body frame opening detection switch 64 provided on the front frame (body frame) 12 or the like. Can be used.

FIG. 5 is a block diagram of a control system of the pachinko gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment.
The gaming machine 10 includes a game control device 100. The game control device 100 is a main control device (main board) that controls the game in a comprehensive manner, and includes a game microcomputer (hereinafter, referred to as a game microcomputer) 111. A CPU unit 110, an input unit 120 having an input port, an output unit 130 having an output port and a driver, and a data bus 140 connecting the CPU unit 110 with the input unit 120 and the output unit 130. .

  The CPU unit 110 includes a game microcomputer (CPU) 111 called an amusement chip (IC) and an oscillator such as a crystal oscillator. The CPU 110 operates an operating clock of the CPU, a timer interrupt, and a clock used as a reference for a random number generation circuit. It has an oscillation circuit (crystal oscillator) 113 to generate. The game control device 100 and electronic components such as solenoids and motors driven by the game control device 100 are supplied with a DC voltage of a predetermined level such as DC32V, DC12V, and DC5V generated by the power supply device 400, so that they can operate. Is done.

  The power supply device 400 includes a normal power supply including an AC-DC converter that generates the DC voltage of 32 V DC from a 24 V AC power supply and a DC-DC converter that generates a lower-level DC voltage such as 12 V DC and 5 V DC from the 32 V DC voltage. Unit 410, a backup power supply unit 420 for supplying a power supply voltage to the internal RAM of the game microcomputer 111 at the time of a power failure, and a power failure monitoring signal for notifying the game control device 100 of the occurrence and recovery of the power failure. And a control signal generation unit 430 that generates and outputs a control signal such as a reset signal and a reset signal.

  In this embodiment, the power supply device 400 is configured separately from the game control device 100, but the backup power supply unit 420 and the control signal generation unit 430 are integrated on a separate board or with the game control device 100, You may comprise so that it may be provided on a board | substrate. Since the game board 30 and the game control device 100 are to be replaced when the model is changed, as in the present embodiment, the backup power supply unit 420 and the control signal generation unit 430 are provided on the power supply device 400 or a board different from the main board. Is provided, the cost can be reduced by excluding it from the replacement.

  The backup power supply unit 420 can be constituted by one large-capacity capacitor such as an electrolytic capacitor. The backup power is supplied to the game microcomputer 111 (especially the built-in RAM) of the game control device 100, so that the data stored in the RAM is retained even during a power failure or after the power is cut off. The control signal generation unit 430 monitors the voltage of 32 V generated by the normal power supply unit 410, for example, detects the occurrence of a power failure when the voltage drops to 17 V or less, changes the power failure monitoring signal, and resets the reset signal after a predetermined time. Is output. Also, at the time of turning on the power or recovering from the power failure, the reset signal is output after a lapse of a predetermined time from that point.

  Further, the game control device 100 is provided with a RAM initialization switch 112. When the RAM initialization switch 112 is operated, an initialization switch signal is generated, and based on this, information stored in the RAM 111C in the gaming microcomputer 111 and the RAM in the payout control device 200 is forcibly initialized. Processing is performed. Although not particularly limited, the initialization switch signal is read when the power is turned on, and the power failure monitoring signal is repeatedly read in the main loop of the main program executed by the gaming microcomputer 111. The reset signal is a kind of a forced interrupt signal, and resets the entire control system.

  The gaming microcomputer 111 includes a CPU (central processing unit: microprocessor) 111A, a read-only ROM (read only memory) 111B, and a RAM (random access memory) 111C that can be read and written at any time.

  The ROM 111B stores invariant information (programs, fixed data, various random number determination values, etc.) for game control in a nonvolatile manner, and the RAM 111C stores a work area of the CPU 111A and a storage area for various signals and random numbers during game control. Used as An electrically rewritable nonvolatile memory such as an EEPROM may be used as the ROM 111B or the RAM 111C.

  The ROM 111B stores, for example, a variation pattern table for determining a variation pattern (variation mode) that defines the execution time of the special figure variation display game, the effect contents, the presence or absence of the reach state, and the like. The variation pattern table is a table for the CPU 111A to determine a variation pattern by referring to variation pattern random numbers 1 to 3 stored as start-up memory. In addition, the variation pattern table includes a variation variation pattern table selected when the result is incorrect, a large variation pattern table selected when the result is a large hit, and the like. Further, these pattern tables include tables for determining the latter half variation pattern which is the variation pattern after the reach state (the latter half variation group table, the latter half variation pattern selection table, etc.), and the variation before the reach state. A table for determining a first-half variation pattern that is a pattern (a first-half variation group table, a first-half variation pattern selection table, and the like) is included.

  Here, the reach (reach state) has a display device whose display state can be changed, the display device derives and displays a plurality of display results at different times, and the plurality of display results are predetermined. In the gaming machine 10 in which the gaming state becomes a gaming state (special gaming state) that is advantageous to the player when the special result mode is reached, a part of the plurality of display results has already been derived at a stage where the display result has not been displayed yet. It refers to a display state in which the displayed result satisfies the condition for the special result mode. In other words, the reach state deviates from the display condition of the special result mode even when the variable display control of the display device progresses to a stage before the display result is derived and displayed. No display mode. Then, for example, a state in which a variable display is performed by a plurality of variable display areas while maintaining a state in which the special result modes are aligned (so-called full rotation reach) is also included in the reach state. Further, the reach state is a display state at the time when the display control of the display device has progressed to a stage before the display result is derived and displayed, and is determined before the display result is derived and displayed. It means a display state in which at least a part of the display results of the plurality of variable display areas satisfy a condition for a special result mode.

  Therefore, for example, the decorative special figure variation display game displayed on the display device corresponding to the special figure variation display game fluctuates a plurality of pieces of identification information in each of the left, middle, and right variation display areas on the display device for a predetermined time. In the case where the variable display is stopped in the order of left, right and middle after the display and the result mode is displayed, the state where the condition for the special result mode is satisfied in the left and right variable display areas (for example, The state in which the variable display is stopped with the same identification information) is the reach state. In addition, when the variable display of all the variable display areas is temporarily stopped, any one of the left, middle, and right variable display areas satisfies the condition for the special result mode (for example, the same state). The state that has become the identification information (excluding the special result mode) may be the reach state, and the remaining one variable display area may be variably displayed from the reach state.

  The reach state includes a plurality of reach effects, and the reach effects having different possibilities (different expected values) of deriving the special result mode include a normal reach (N reach), a special 1 reach (SP1 reach), Special 2 reach (SP2 reach) and special 3 reach (SP3 reach) are set. The expected value increases in the order of no reach <normal reach <special 1 reach <special 2 reach <special 3 reach. The reach state is included in the variable display mode at least when a special result mode is derived (a big hit) in the special figure variable display game. In other words, the special display mode may be included in the variable display mode when it is determined that the special result mode is not derived in the special figure variable display game (in the case of a loss). Therefore, the state in which the reach state has occurred is a state in which the jackpot is more likely to be a big hit than the case where the reach state does not occur.

  The CPU 111A executes a game control program in the ROM 111B to generate control signals (commands) for the payout control device 200 and the effect control device 300, and to generate and output drive signals for solenoids and display devices, and output the game machines. 10 overall control. Although not shown, the gaming microcomputer 111 has a jackpot random number for determining the hit of the special figure change display game, a big hit symbol random number for determining the big hit symbol, and a change pattern (various types) in the special figure change display game. A random number generating circuit for generating a random number of a fluctuation pattern for determining a reach or non-reach variable display game (including an execution time of a variable display game), a hit random number for determining a hit of a normal map variable display game, and the like. And a clock generator that generates a timer interrupt signal of a predetermined cycle (for example, 4 milliseconds) for the CPU 111A and a clock that gives an update timing of the random number generation circuit to the CPU 111A based on an oscillation signal (original clock signal) from the oscillation circuit 113. I have.

  Further, the CPU 111A obtains any one of the plurality of variation pattern tables stored in the ROM 111B in the process related to the special figure variation display game. Specifically, the CPU 111 </ b> A determines the game result (win (big hit or small hit) or miss) of the special figure change display game and the probability state (normal probability state or high probability) of the special figure change display game as the current game state. State), the operating state (time saving operation state) of the normal fluctuation winning device 37 as the current gaming state, the number of stored start times, and the like, and any one of the fluctuation pattern tables is selected. To get. Here, when executing the special figure change display game, the CPU 111A constitutes a change distribution information obtaining means for obtaining any one change pattern table from among a plurality of change pattern tables stored in the ROM 111B.

  The payout control device 200 includes a CPU, a ROM, a RAM, an input interface, an output interface, and the like. Control for paying out is performed. Further, the payout control device 200 drives the payout motor of the payout unit based on the ball loan request signal from the card unit, and performs control for paying out the ball rental.

  The input unit 120 of the gaming microcomputer 111 includes a board radio wave sensor 62 for detecting the emission of radio waves to the gaming machine, a starting port 1 switch 36a in the starting winning port 36, a starting port 2 switch 37a in the normal variable winning device 37, It is connected to a gate switch 34a, a winning opening switch 35a, and a special winning opening switch 38a of the special variable winning device 38 in the normal figure starting gate 34, and the high level supplied from these switches is 11V and the low level is 7V. An interface chip (proximity I / F) 121 that receives a logic signal and converts it into a positive logic signal of 0 V to 5 V is provided. The proximity I / F 121 has an input range of 7V to 11V, so that the lead wires of the sensor and the proximity switch are short-circuited incorrectly, the sensor and the switch are disconnected from the connector, and the lead wire is cut off and floated. It is configured to detect an abnormal state as described above and output an abnormality detection signal.

  The output of the proximity I / F 121 is supplied to the second input port 123 or the third input port 124 and read into the gaming microcomputer 111 via the data bus 140. Among the outputs of the proximity I / F 121, the detection signals of the starting port 1 switch 36a, the starting port 2 switch 37a, the gate switch 34a, the winning port switch 35a, and the special winning port switch 38a are input to the second input port 123. . Further, among the outputs of the proximity I / F 121, a detection signal of the panel radio wave sensor 62 and an abnormality detection signal output when detecting an abnormality of the sensor or the switch are input to the third input port 124. Further, the third input port 124 has a detection signal of a fraudulent detection magnetic sensor 61 provided on the front frame 12 or the like of the gaming machine 10 or a glass frame opening detection provided on the glass frame 15 or the like of the gaming machine 10. A detection signal of the switch 63 and a detection signal of a body frame opening detection switch 64 provided on the front frame (body frame) 12 of the gaming machine 10 and the like are also input. Note that a vibration sensor switch for detecting vibration may be provided in the gaming machine, and a detection signal may be input to the third input port 124.

  Further, of the outputs of the proximity I / F 121, the output to the second input port 123 is also supplied from the main substrate 100 to a not-shown test test device via the relay substrate 70. Furthermore, the detection signals of the starting port 1 switch 36a and the starting port 2 switch 37a among the outputs of the proximity I / F 121 are configured to be input to the second input port 123 and the gaming microcomputer 111.

  As described above, the proximity I / F 121 has a signal level conversion function. In order to enable such a level conversion function, a voltage of 12 V is supplied to the proximity I / F 121 from the power supply device 400 in addition to a voltage of, for example, 5 V required for normal operation of the IC. Has become.

  The data held by the second input port 123 is read out by the gaming microcomputer 111 decoding the address assigned to the second input port 123 to assert (change to an effective level) the enable signal CE2. be able to. The same applies to the third input port 124 and a first input port 122 described later.

  The input unit 120 also receives a frame radio wave illegal signal from the payout control device 200 (a signal output based on detection of a radio wave by the frame radio wave sensor provided on the front frame 12), a payout busy signal (payout control device). A signal indicating whether or not 200 is ready to accept a command), an abnormal payout status signal (a status signal indicating abnormal payout), a shot ball out switch signal (a signal indicating lack of game balls before payout), an overflow switch signal (A signal output when it is detected that a predetermined amount or more of the game balls are stored in the lower plate 23 (full), a touch switch signal (input to a touch switch provided in the operation unit 24). A first input port 122 is provided for taking in a signal based on the input signal and supplying the signal to the gaming microcomputer 111 via the data bus 140.

  Further, the input unit 120 is provided with a Schmitt buffer 125 for inputting a signal such as a power failure monitoring signal or a reset signal from the power supply device 400 to the gaming microcomputer 111 or the like. It has a function to remove noise from. The power failure monitoring signal from the power supply device 400 and the initialization switch signal from the RAM initialization switch 112 are temporarily input to the first input port 122 and are taken into the gaming microcomputer 111 via the data bus 140. That is, it is treated as a signal equivalent to the signal from the various switches described above. This is because there is a limit on the number of terminals provided on the gaming microcomputer 111 for receiving signals from outside.

  On the other hand, the reset signal RESET from which noise has been removed by the Schmitt buffer 125 is directly input to a reset terminal provided in the gaming microcomputer 111 and is also supplied to each port of the output unit 130. The reset signal RESET is output directly to the relay board 70 without passing through the output unit 130, thereby turning off the test test signal held in a port (not shown) of the relay board 70 for output to the test test apparatus. It is configured as follows. Further, the configuration may be such that the reset signal RESET can be output to the trial test apparatus via the relay board 70. Note that the reset signal RESET is not supplied to each of the ports 122, 123, and 124 of the input unit 120. The data set to each port of the output unit 130 by the gaming microcomputer 111 immediately before the reset signal RESET is input needs to be reset in order to prevent a malfunction of the system, but each data of the input unit 120 immediately before the reset signal RESET is input. This is because the data read by the gaming microcomputer 111 from the port is discarded by resetting the gaming microcomputer 111.

  The output unit 130 is provided with a Schmitt buffer 132 disposed on a communication path from the gaming microcomputer 111 to the effect control device 300 and a communication route from the gaming microcomputer 111 to the payout control device 200. Data is transmitted from the game control device 100 to the effect control device 300 and the payout control device 200 by serial communication. Note that the one-way communication is such that no signal can be input to the game control device 100 from the effect control device 300 side.

  Furthermore, the output unit 130 is connected to the data bus 140 and transmits data indicating the special symbol information of the variable display game to the test shooting test device of the accredited institution (not shown), a signal indicating the jackpot probability state, and the like via the relay board 70. The output buffer 133 is configured to be mountable. The buffer 133 is a component that is not mounted on a game control device (main board) of a pachinko game machine as an actual machine (mass production sale product) installed in a game store. Note that a detection signal of a switch that does not need to be processed, such as a start-up switch, output from the proximity I / F 121 is supplied to the test firing test device via the relay board 70 without passing through the buffer 133.

  On the other hand, a detection signal which cannot be supplied to the test shooting test device as it is, such as the magnetic sensor 61 or the board radio wave sensor 62, is once taken into the gaming microcomputer 111 and processed into other signals or information. It is supplied from the data bus 140 to the trial test apparatus via the buffer 133 and the relay board 70 as an error signal indicating that the state is not possible. The relay board 70 is provided with a port for taking in the signal output from the buffer 133 and supplying the signal to the test test apparatus, a connector for relaying and transmitting a signal line of a detection signal of the switch without passing through the buffer, and the like. ing. A chip enable signal CE output from the gaming microcomputer 111 is also supplied to the port on the relay board 70, and a signal of the port selectively controlled by the signal CE is supplied to the test firing test apparatus.

  The output unit 130 has a solenoid (large winning opening solenoid) 38b connected to the data bus 140 for opening the special variable winning device 38 and a solenoid (generic solenoid) 37c for opening the movable member 37b of the normal variable winning device 37. Is provided with a second output port 134 for outputting the opening / closing data. The output unit 130 further includes a third output port 135 for outputting on / off data of a segment line to which the anode terminal of the LED is connected according to the content to be displayed on the collective display device 50. A fourth output port 136 for outputting on / off data of the digit line to which the cathode terminal of the LED is connected is provided.

  Further, the output section 130 is provided with a fifth output port 137 for outputting information about the gaming machine 10 such as big hit information to the external information terminal board 71. The external information terminal plate 71 is provided with a photorelay, and can be connected to, for example, an external device (such as an information collection terminal or a game hall internal management device (a hall computer)) installed in a game arcade. It can be supplied to an external device. The fifth output port 137 also outputs a firing permission signal to the payout control device 200 via the Schmitt buffer 132.

  Further, a first driver (drive circuit) 138a that generates and outputs a solenoid drive signal in response to an opening / closing data signal of the special winning opening solenoid 38b or the general-purpose solenoid 37c output from the second output port 134 is output to the output unit 130. , A second driver 138 b for outputting an on / off drive signal for the segment line on the current supply side of the collective display device 50 output from the third output port 135, and a current for the collective display device 50 output from the fourth output port 136 A third driver 138c that outputs an on / off drive signal for the lead-in digit line, and a fourth driver 138d that outputs an external information signal supplied from the fifth output port 137 to an external device such as a management device to the external information terminal board 71. Is provided.

  The first driver 138a is supplied with 32V DC from the power supply device 400 as a power supply voltage so as to drive a solenoid operated at 32V. In addition, DC 12 V is supplied to the second driver 138 b that drives the segment lines of the collective display device 50. Since the third driver 138c for driving the digit line is for extracting the digit line corresponding to the display data with a current, the power supply voltage may be either 12V or 5V.

  The dynamic driving method is achieved by applying a current to the anode terminal of the LED via the segment line by the second driver 138b outputting 12V, and extracting the current from the cathode terminal via the segment line by the third driver 138c outputting the ground potential. The power supply voltage flows through the LEDs sequentially selected in the above, and the LEDs are turned on. The fourth driver 138d that outputs the external information signal to the external information terminal board 71 is supplied with DC12V in order to give the external information signal a level of 12V. The buffer 133, the second output port 134, the first driver 138a, and the like may be provided on the output unit 130 of the game control device 100, that is, on the relay board 70 side instead of the main board.

  Further, the output unit 130 is provided with a photocoupler 139 for transmitting information such as an identification code and a program of each gaming machine to the external inspection device 500. The photocoupler 139 is configured to be communicable with each other so that the gaming microcomputer 111 can transmit and receive data to and from the inspection device 500 by serial communication. Since such data transmission / reception is performed using the serial communication terminal of the gaming microcomputer 111 like a general-purpose microprocessor, ports such as the input ports 122, 123, and 124 are not provided.

Next, the configuration of the effect control device 300 will be described with reference to FIG.
The effect control device 300 includes a main control microcomputer (CPU) 311 composed of an amusement chip (IC), similar to the game microcomputer 111, and a video display on the display device 41 in accordance with commands and data from the main control microcomputer 311. A video display processor (VDP) 312 as a graphic processor for performing the above image processing, and a sound source LSI 314 for controlling sound output for reproducing various melodies and sound effects from the speakers 19a and 19b.

  The main control microcomputer 311 stores a program ROM 321 composed of a PROM (programmable read only memory) storing programs to be executed by the CPU and various data, a RAM 322 for providing a work area, and stores stored contents even when power is not supplied during a power failure. A FeRAM 323 that can be held, and an RTC (real-time clock) 338 that is a timekeeping unit that generates information indicating the current date and time (year, month, day, day of the week, time, and the like) are connected. A RAM for providing a work area is also provided inside the main control microcomputer 311. A WDT (watchdog timer) circuit 324 is connected to the main control microcomputer 311. The main control microcomputer 311 analyzes commands from the game microcomputer 111, determines the contents of the production, and instructs the VDP 312 on the contents of the output video, instructs the sound source LSI 314 to reproduce sound, turns on the decorative lamp, And processes such as drive control of the solenoid and management of the production time.

  The VDP 312 is provided with a RAM 312a for providing a work area and a scaler 312b for enlarging and reducing an image. The VDP 312 includes an image ROM 325 storing character images and video data, and an ultra-high-speed VRAM (video RAM) used to develop and process image data such as characters read from the image ROM 325. ) 326 are connected.

  Although not particularly limited, the main control microcomputer 311 and the VDP 312 are configured to transmit and receive data in a parallel manner. By transmitting and receiving data in a parallel manner, commands and data can be transmitted in a shorter time than in the case of serial transmission.

  From the VDP 312 to the main control microcomputer 311, a vertical synchronizing signal VSYNC for synchronizing the video of the display device 41 with the lighting of the decorative lamp provided on the glass frame 15 and the game board 30, and a synchronizing signal for giving data transmission timing STS is input. Note that the VDP 312 notifies the main control microcomputer 311 that it is in a state of waiting for reception of the interrupt signals INT0 to n and commands and data from the main control microcomputer 311 in order to notify the processing status such as the end of drawing to the VRAM. Signal WAIT and the like are also input.

  The effect control device 300 is provided with a signal conversion circuit 313 that generates a video signal to be transmitted to the display device 41 in the LVDS (small amplitude signal transmission) method. The video data, the horizontal synchronizing signal HSYNC, and the vertical synchronizing signal VSYNC are input from the VDP 312 to the signal conversion circuit 313. Is displayed.

  A sound ROM 327 in which sound data is stored is connected to the sound source LSI 314. The main control microcomputer 311 and the tone generator LSI 314 are connected via an address / data bus 340. Further, an interrupt signal INT is input from the sound source LSI 314 to the main control microcomputer 311. The effect control device 300 includes an amplifier circuit 337 including an audio power amplifier for driving an upper speaker 19a provided on the glass frame 15 and a lower speaker 19b provided on the front frame 12, and is provided with a sound source LSI 314. The generated sound is output from the upper speaker 19a and the lower speaker 19b via the amplifier circuit 337.

  Further, the effect control device 300 is provided with an interface chip (command I / F) 331 for receiving a command transmitted from the game control device 100. Through this command I / F 331, the decoration special figure reservation number command, the decoration special figure command, the fluctuation command, the stop information command, etc. transmitted from the game control device 100 to the production control device 300 are converted into the production control command signal (production command). ). Since the game microcomputer 111 of the game control device 100 operates at DC5V and the main control microcomputer 311 of the effect control device 300 operates at DC3.3V, the command I / F 331 has a signal level conversion function. I have.

  In addition, the effect control device 300 includes a board decoration LED control circuit 332 that drives and controls a board decoration device 46 having an LED (light emitting diode) provided on the game board 30 (including the center case 40), and a glass frame 15. A frame decoration LED control circuit 333 that drives and controls a frame decoration device (for example, the frame decoration device 18 or the like) having the provided LED (light emitting diode), a board effect provided on the game board 30 (including the center case 40). A board effect movable body control circuit 334 that drives and controls the device 44 (for example, a movable character or the like that enhances effect effects in cooperation with the effect display on the display device 41) is provided. These control circuits 332 to 334 for driving and controlling a lamp, a motor, a solenoid, and the like are connected to a main control microcomputer 311 via an address / data bus 340. In addition, even if a frame effect device provided with a drive source such as a motor (for example, a motor for operating an effect device) is provided on the glass frame 15 and a frame effect movable body control circuit for controlling the drive of the frame effect device is provided. good.

  Furthermore, the effect control device 300 includes an effect button switch 25a built in the effect button 25 provided on the glass frame 15, a touch panel 29 provided on the glass frame 15, an initial position of a motor in the board effect device 44, and the like. And a function of detecting the on / off state of the specific gate switch 39a provided in the specific gate 39 and inputting a detection signal to the main control microcomputer 311; A switch input circuit 336 for detecting the state of the volume control switch 335 provided in the device 300 and inputting a detection signal to the main control microcomputer 311 is provided.

  The normal power supply unit 410 of the power supply device 400 drives a motor and a solenoid to supply a desired level of DC voltage to the effect control device 300 having the above-described configuration and to electronic components controlled by the same. In addition to DC32V, a display device 41 composed of a liquid crystal panel, a DC12V for driving a motor and an LED, a DC5V for a power supply voltage of a command I / F 331, and a DC15V for driving a motor, an LED and a speaker are generated. It is configured to be. Further, when an LSI operating at a low voltage such as 3.3 V or 1.2 V is used as the main control microcomputer 311, a DC-DC for generating 3.3 V DC or 1.2 V DC based on 5 V DC is used. A DC converter is provided in effect control device 300. The DC-DC converter may be provided in the normal power supply unit 410.

  The reset signal generated by the control signal generator 430 of the power supply device 400 is supplied to the main control microcomputer 311 to reset the device. In addition, control circuits 332 to 334 (IORESET) for driving and controlling a VDP 312 (VDPRESET signal), a sound source LSI 314, an amplifier circuit 337 (SNDRESET signal) for driving a speaker, a lamp, a motor, and the like are output from the main control microcomputer 311. Signal) to reset them. Further, the cooling FAN 45 for cooling various parts of the gaming machine 10 is connected to the effect control device 300, and the cooling FAN 45 is driven when the power of the effect control device 300 is turned on.

Next, game control performed in these control circuits will be described.
The CPU 111A of the game microcomputer 111 of the game control device 100 extracts a random number value for judging the hit of the general figure based on the input of the detection signal of the game ball from the gate switch 34a provided in the general figure starting gate 34, and reads the ROM 111B. Is compared with the judgment value stored in the game, and a process of judging a hit or miss of the ordinary figure change display game is performed. After the identification symbol (identification information) is variably displayed on the general symbol display for a predetermined time, a process of displaying a general symbol variance display game to be stopped and displayed is performed. If the result of the normal symbol change display game is a hit, a special result mode corresponding to each of the first hit symbol to the third hit symbol is displayed on the general symbol display, and the general electric solenoid 37c is operated. Then, control is performed to open the movable member 37b of the normal fluctuation winning device 37 for a predetermined time (for example, 0.5 seconds or 1.7 seconds) as described above. That is, the game control device 100 forms a conversion control execution unit that performs conversion control of the conversion member (the movable member 37b). When the result of the general-floor variation display game is out of control, control is performed to display the result mode of the out-of-position on the general-purpose display.

  Further, a start winning (starting memory) is stored based on the input of the detection signal of the game ball from the starting port 1 switch 36a provided in the starting winning port 36, and based on the starting memory, the first special figure fluctuation display game is started. The random number value for jackpot determination is extracted and compared with the determination value stored in the ROM 111B to perform a process of determining a hit or miss in the first special figure variable display game. In addition, the start memory is stored based on the input of the detection signal of the game ball from the start port 2 switch 37a provided in the normal fluctuation winning device 37, and the big hit determination of the second special figure fluctuation display game is performed based on the start memory. The random number value is extracted and compared with the determination value stored in the ROM 111B to perform a process of determining a hit or miss in the second special figure variation display game.

  Then, the CPU 111 </ b> A of the game control device 100 outputs to the effect control device 300 a control signal (effect control command) including the determination result of the first special figure change display game and the second special figure change display game. Then, after displaying the identification symbol (identification information) on the special figure 1 display 51 and the special figure 2 display 52 for a predetermined time, a process of displaying a special figure change display game to be stopped and displayed is performed. That is, the game control device 100 controls the progress of the variable display game based on the winning of the game ball flowing down the game region 32 into the start winning region (the first starting winning opening 36, the normal variable winning device 37). Make

  In addition, the effect control device 300 performs a process of displaying a decorative special figure variation display game corresponding to the special figure variation display game on the display device 41 based on a control signal from the game control device 100. Further, the effect control device 300 performs a process of setting an effect state, outputting sounds from the speakers 19a and 19b, controlling light emission of various LEDs, and the like based on a control signal from the game control device 100. That is, the effect control device 300 forms an effect control unit that controls an effect related to a game (such as a variable display game).

  Then, CPU 111A of the gaming controller 100, when JP diagram variable displaying game result is big hit and Koatari, displays the special results aspects and Koatari result aspect the special symbol 1 display 51 and special symbol 2 display 52 At the same time, a process for generating a special game state or a small hit game state is performed. In the process of generating the special gaming state and the small hitting gaming state, the CPU 111A opens the opening / closing door 38c of the special variable winning device 38 by the large winning opening solenoid 38b, for example, so that the game ball can flow into the large winning opening. Is performed. Then, a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls wins in the special winning opening, or until a predetermined opening possible time elapses after the opening of the special winning opening, the special winning opening is achieved. Is defined as one round, and the control (cycle game) of continuing (repeat) this predetermined number of rounds is performed. That is, the game control device 100 forms a special winning opening opening / closing control unit that controls opening and closing of the special winning opening when the stop result mode is the special result mode. Further, when the result of the special figure change display game is out of control, control is performed to display the result mode of the out of control on the special figure 1 display 51 and the special figure 2 display 52.

  Further, the game control device 100 can generate a high probability state as a game state after the end of the special game state, based on the result mode of the special figure variable display game. The high probability state is a state in which the probability of a winning result in the special figure change display game is higher than the normal probability state. In addition, regardless of which of the first special figure change display game and the second special figure change display game is in the high probability state based on the result mode of the special figure change display game, the first special figure change display game and the second special figure change display game do not change. Both of the variable display games are in the high probability state.

  Further, based on the result mode of the special figure change display game, the game control device 100 can generate a time-saving state (specific game state, normal figure high probability state) as the game state after the end of the special game state. In this time-saving state, the probability of being a winning result of the general-floor variation display game (general-figure probability) is set to a high probability (general-figure high-probability state) higher than 0 which is a normal probability (general-figure low-probability state). Is possible. Thereby, the opening time of the normal fluctuation prize device 37 per unit time is controlled to be longer than that in the case where the normal fluctuation prize device 37 is in the low probability state in the ordinary figure. Here, in the normal fluctuation winning device 37 in the present embodiment, the ordinary figure probability is set to 0 so as not to open the movable member 37b in the normal game state.

  Further, in the time-saving state, the execution time of the general-floor display game (normal-figure fluctuation time) is, for example, 500 ms, the general-figure stop time for displaying the result of the general-figure fluctuating display game is, for example, 600 msec, When the normal fluctuation winning game 37 is opened as a result of the normal fluctuation display game, the opening time of the first stop symbol (normal electric opening time) and the number of times of opening (for example, 500 msec × 1 time), The opening time of the second hit stop symbol (ordinary power opening time) and the number of times of opening (for example, 1700 msec × 2 times), the opening time of the third hit stop symbol (ordinary power opening time) and the number of times of opening (for example, 1700 ms × 3 times).

  It should be noted that the execution time of the general-float display game, the general-figure stop time, the number of times of the general-figure release, and the general-figure open time are appropriately set so that the general-figure fluctuation display game and the normal fluctuation prize winning device 37 are controlled to be in the time saving operation state. For example, in the time reduction state, it is possible to control the execution time of the above-described general-purpose variable display game (the general-purpose variable display time) to be the second variable display time shorter than the first variable display time. (E.g., 10,000 ms equals 1000 ms). Further, in the time reduction state, it is possible to control the general stop time for displaying the result of the general change display game to be the second stop time shorter than the first stop time (for example, 1604 ms is set to be shorter than the first stop time). 704 ms). Further, in the time-saving state, when the normal fluctuation winning game 37 is released as a result of the general fluctuation display game being hit, the release time (normal power release time) is changed to the second state in the normal state (low normal probability state). It is possible to control the second opening time to be longer than one opening time (for example, 100 ms is 1352 ms). Further, in the time saving state, the number of times of opening the normal fluctuation winning device 37 (number of times of opening of ordinary power) is larger than the first number of times of opening (for example, two times) with respect to one hit result of the normal figure fluctuation display game. The number of times (for example, four times) can be set to the second number of times of opening. Further, in the time reduction state, the probability of being a hit result of the general-floor variation display game (general-figure probability) is higher than the normal probability (normal-figure low-probability state, for example, 1/251) in the normal operation state. It is possible to set a probability (normally high probability state, for example, 250/251).

  In the time-saving state, the normal fluctuation winning device 37 is set to the open state by changing one or more of the general figure fluctuation time, the general figure stop time, the number of the general public opening, the general electric opening time, and the general probability. Make the conversion time longer than usual. It is also possible to set a plurality of types of time saving states different from each other. Further, when a hit occurs, one of the first opening mode and the second opening mode may be selected. In this case, the selection probabilities of the first release mode and the second release mode may be different. Further, the high probability state and the time saving state can be generated independently of each other, both can be generated at the same time, or only one of them can be generated.

  Hereinafter, control of a gaming machine that performs such a game will be described. First, the control executed by the game microcomputer (game microcomputer) 111 of the game control device 100 will be described. The control process by the gaming microcomputer 111 mainly includes a main process shown in FIGS. 7 and 8, and a timer interrupt process shown in FIG. 9 performed at a predetermined time period (for example, 4 ms).

[Main processing]
First, the main processing will be described. The main process is started when the power is turned on. In this main process, as shown in FIGS. 7 and 8, first, a process of prohibiting an interrupt (step S1) is performed, and then, when an interrupt occurs, a value of a register or the like is saved at a start address of an area for saving. A stack pointer setting process (step S2) for setting a certain stack pointer is performed. Next, register bank 0 is designated (step S3), and the upper address of the RAM top address is set in a predetermined register (for example, D register) (step S4). In the case of the present embodiment, the range of the address of the RAM is 0000h to 01FFh, and 00h or 01h is taken as the higher order. In step S4, the leading 00h is set. Next, a firing stop signal is output and the firing permission signal is set to a prohibited state (step S5). The firing permission signal is set to a prohibited state when at least one of the game control device 100 and the payout control device 200 outputs a signal to stop firing, and the firing of game balls is prohibited.

  Thereafter, the state of the input port 1 (the first input port 122) is read (step S6), and processing for setting the power-on delay timer is performed (step S7). In this process, by setting a predetermined initial value, the program of the slave control means (for example, the payout control device 200 or the effect control device 300) that performs various controls in accordance with an instruction from the game control device 100 serving as the main control means is executed. A waiting time (for example, 3 seconds) for waiting for normal startup is set. As a result, when the power is turned on, the game control device 100 temporarily starts up and sends a command to the slave control device before the slave control device (for example, the payout control device 200 or the effect control device 300) starts up. Can be prevented from dropping commands. That is, when the power is turned on, the game control device 100 delays the activation of the main control means (game control device 100) and waits for the activation of the slave control devices (payout control device 200, effect control device 300, etc.). It forms a waiting means for setting a waiting time.

  The timing of the power-on delay timer is performed using a storage area (a RAM area or a register that is not a target of validity determination) of the RAM that is not a target of validity determination (calculation of a checksum). Accordingly, when calculating check data such as the checksum of the RAM area, it is not necessary to calculate the check data excluding a part of the RAM area, so that it is possible to prevent the control at power-on from becoming complicated.

  Note that an initialization switch signal is input to the first input port 122. By reading the state of the first input port 122 before the start of the standby time, the operation of the initialization switch 112 can be reliably performed. Can be detected. That is, if the state of the initialization switch 112 is read after the elapse of the standby time, the initialization switch 112 is operated after the elapse of the standby time, or the initialization switch 112 is operated from the power-on until the elapse of the standby time. You need to keep doing it. However, by reading the status before the start of the standby time, the operation can be detected immediately after the power is turned on without performing such a troublesome operation, and the initialization operation performed when the power is turned on can be detected. Can be prevented.

  After performing the process of setting the power-on delay timer (Step S7), the process of measuring the standby time and monitoring the occurrence of a power failure during the standby time (Steps S8 to S12) are performed. First, the power failure monitoring signal input from the power supply device 400 is read via a port and a data bus to set the number of times of checking (for example, two times) (step S8), and it is determined whether the power failure monitoring signal is on. Perform (Step S9).

  If the power failure monitoring signal is on (step S9; Y), it is determined whether the power failure monitoring signal is on for the number of checks set in step S8 (step S10). If the ON state of the power failure monitoring signal has not continued for the number of checks (step S10; N), the process returns to the determination of whether the power failure monitoring signal is ON (step S9). If the power failure monitoring signal has been on for the number of checks (step S10; Y), that is, if it is determined that a power failure has occurred, the game machine waits until the power of the gaming machine is cut off. In this way, by determining that a power failure has occurred when the power failure monitoring signal is continuously received for a predetermined period of time, it is possible to prevent erroneous detection of a power failure due to noise or the like, and appropriately cope with a failure at power-on. can do.

  That is, the game control device 100 forms a power failure monitoring unit that monitors the occurrence of a power failure during a predetermined standby time. Thus, it is possible to cope with a power failure that occurs during a period in which the activation of the game control device 100 serving as the main control unit is delayed, and it is possible to appropriately cope with a malfunction when the power is turned on. Note that access to the RAM is not permitted until the end of the standby time, and the storage contents at the time of the previous power-off are retained, so backup processing and the like are performed when a power failure occurs here. No need. For this reason, even if a power failure occurs during the standby time, there is no need to back up the RAM, and the control load can be reduced.

  On the other hand, if the power failure monitoring signal is not on (step S9; N), that is, if no power failure has occurred, the power-on delay timer is updated by -1 (step S11), and whether the timer value is 0 is determined. Is determined (step S12). If the value of the timer is not 0 (step S12; N), that is, if the standby time has not expired, the process returns to the process of setting the number of checks of the power failure monitoring signal (step S8). If the value of the timer is 0 (step S12; Y), that is, if the standby time has expired, access to a readable and writable RWM (read / write memory) such as a RAM or an EEPROM is permitted (step S13). ), And outputs the OFF data to all output ports (sets no output) (step S14).

  Next, a serial port (a port mounted in the gaming microcomputer 111 in advance and used for communication with the effect control device 300 and the payout control device 200 in this embodiment) is set (step S15), and read first. It is determined whether the initialization switch has been turned on from the state of the first input port 122 (step S16).

  If the initialization switch is OFF (step S16; N), it is determined whether the value of the power failure inspection area 1 in the RWM is normal power failure inspection area check data 1 (for example, 5Ah) (step S17). If (Step S17; Y), it is determined whether the value of the power failure inspection area 2 in the RWM is normal power failure inspection area check data 2 (for example, A5h) (Step S18). If the value of the power failure inspection area 2 is normal (step S18; Y), a checksum calculation process of calculating a checksum of a predetermined area in the RWM is performed (step S19), and the calculated checksum and power-off time are determined. It is determined whether or not the checksums match (step S20). If the checksums match (step S20; Y), the process shifts to step S21 in FIG. 8 to perform a process in a case where the power supply is normally restored.

  Further, when it is determined that the initialization switch is on (step S16; Y), or when it is determined that the check data in the power failure inspection area is not normal data (step S17; N or step S18; N). If it is determined that the checksum is not normal (step S20; N), the process proceeds to step S26 in FIG. 8 to perform initialization processing. That is, the initialization switch forms an initialization operation unit that can be operated from the outside, and the game control device 100 initializes the data stored in the RAM based on the operation of the initialization operation unit. Make

  In step S21 of FIG. 8, an initial value at the time of restoration from power failure is saved in an area to be initialized (step S21). The areas to be initialized here are a power failure inspection area, a checksum area, and an area related to error monitoring. Note that the busy signal status area storing the state of the payout busy signal, which is a signal indicating whether or not the payout control device 200 is ready to accept a command, is also cleared, indicating that the state of the payout busy signal has not been determined. The state is undefined. Similarly, the touch switch signal state monitoring area for storing the state of the touch switch signal is also cleared, and the state of the touch switch signal is changed to an undefined state indicating that the state of the touch switch signal has not been determined. Thereafter, an area for storing the game state in the RWM is examined to determine whether or not the probability state of the special figure change display game is the high probability state (step S22). Here, if the special figure is not in the high probability (step S22; N), the process skips steps S23 and S24 and shifts to step S25. If the special map is in the high probability state (step S22; Y), the ON information is saved in the high probability notification flag area (step S23), and the high probability notification LED (error display saving vessel) of one (lit) data segment area (step S24). Then, a command at the time of power failure recovery corresponding to the process number prepared for rationally executing the special figure game process described later is transmitted to the effect control board (effect control device 300) (step S25), and step S31 is performed. Proceed to. In this embodiment, in step S25, the model designation command, special symbol 1 reserved number of commands, special symbol 2 holding the number of commands, probability information command, screen designation command (plying in if plying demonstration screen command, otherwise Then, send a plurality of commands such as a command on the recovery screen). Further, depending on the model, in addition to these commands, an effect number information command and a high probability number information command are also transmitted.

  On the other hand, if the process jumps from step S16, S17, S18, S20 to step S26, the RAM access prohibited area is set to be permitted to access (step S26), and all the areas including the busy signal status area and the touch switch signal state monitoring area are set. The RAM area is cleared to 0 (step S27), and the RAM access prohibited area is set to access prohibited (step S28). Then, the initial value at the time of RAM initialization is saved in an area to be initialized (step S29). The area to be initialized here is a customer waiting demonstration area and an area related to the setting of the effect mode. Then, a command for initializing the RAM is transmitted to the effect control board (effect control device 300) (step S30), and the process proceeds to step S31. In the case of the present embodiment, in step S30, a model designation command, a special figure 1 hold number command, a special figure 2 hold number command, a probability information command, a RAM initialization command (a customer waiting demonstration screen is displayed, and a predetermined time ( For example, a command for notifying the RAM initialization by light and sound (for 30 seconds) is transmitted. Further, depending on the model, in addition to these commands, an effect number information command and a high probability number information command are also transmitted.

  In step S31, a process of activating a CTC (Counter / Timer Circuit) circuit that generates a timer interrupt signal and a random number update trigger signal (CTC) in the gaming microcomputer 111 (clock generator) is performed. The CTC circuit is provided in a clock generator in the game microcomputer 111. The clock generator divides the frequency of the oscillation signal (original clock signal) from the oscillation circuit 113 and a timer interrupt signal of a predetermined cycle (for example, 4 milliseconds) to the CPU 111A based on the frequency-divided signal. And a CTC circuit that generates a signal CTC that triggers a random number update to be supplied to the random number generation circuit.

  After the CTC activation process in step S31, a process for activating and setting the random number generation circuit is performed (step S32). Specifically, the CPU 111A sets a code (designated value) for activating the random number generation circuit in a predetermined register (CTC update permission register) in the random number generation circuit. Further, a bit transposition pattern of a hard random number (here, a jackpot random number) generated by hardware of the random number generation circuit is also set. The bit transposition pattern is a method of exchanging the bit arrangement of the extracted random numbers (the arrangement before the upper bit transposition) in a predetermined order and storing it as a different bit arrangement (the arrangement after the lower bit transposition). Is a pattern that determines By exchanging the bits of the random number according to the bit transposition pattern, the regularity of the random number can be broken and the confidentiality of the random number can be enhanced. Note that the bit transposition pattern may be a fixed single pattern or may be selected from a plurality of patterns prepared in advance. In addition, the user may be allowed to make any setting.

  Thereafter, the values of predetermined registers (soft random number registers 1 to n) in the random number generation circuit at the time of power-on are extracted, and various initial value random numbers corresponding thereto (in the case of the present embodiment, a random number for determining a hit symbol of a special figure) A predetermined value of RWM is used as an initial value (start value) of (big hit symbol random number, small hit symbol random number), a random number for determining the hit of the ordinary symbol (hit random number), and a random number for determining the hit symbol of the ordinary symbol (hit symbol random number). After saving in the area (step S33), an interrupt is permitted (step S34). The random number generation circuit in the CPU 111A used in the present embodiment is configured so that the initial value of the soft random number register changes every time the power is turned on. Therefore, this value is used as the initial value (start value) of various initial value random numbers. By doing so, it is possible to break the regularity of random numbers generated by software, making it difficult for a player to obtain illegal random numbers.

  Subsequently, an initial value random number updating process (step S35) for updating the values of various initial value random numbers and breaking the regularity of the random numbers is performed. Although not particularly limited, in the present embodiment, the big hit random number, the big hit symbol random number, the small hit symbol random number, the hit random number, and the hit symbol random number are generated using the random numbers generated in the random number generation circuit. It is configured as follows. However, the big hit random number is a so-called “high-speed counter” that is updated based on a clock having a speed equal to or higher than the operation clock of the CPU, and the big hit random number, the small hit random number, the hit random number, and the hit random number are processed by the program. This is a “low-speed counter” that is updated based on the CTC output (CTC (CTC2) different from CTC (CTC0) of the timer interrupt processing) having the same cycle as the timer interrupt processing as a unit. In addition, in the case of the big hit symbol random number, the small hit symbol random number, the hit random number, and the hit symbol random number, a so-called “initial value changing method” is used in which a start value is changed using each initial value random number (generated by software) every time the random number goes round. "Has been adopted. Each of the random numbers may be a counter-type update by +1 or -1, or may be a random-type update in which all values in a range appear randomly without duplication until one cycle. That is, the big hit random number is a random number updated only by hardware, and the big hit symbol random number, the small hit symbol random number, the hit random number, and the hit symbol random number are random numbers updated by hardware and software.

  After the initial value random number updating process in step S35, the number of times (for example, two times) the power failure monitoring signal input from the power supply device 400 is read and checked via the port and the data bus is set (step S36). It is determined whether the monitoring signal is on (step S37). If the power failure monitoring signal is not on (step S37; N), the process returns to the initial value random number updating process (step S35). That is, when a power failure has not occurred, the initial value random number updating process and the check of the power failure monitoring signal (loop process) are repeatedly performed. By permitting an interrupt (step S34) before the initial value random number updating process (step S35), if a timer interrupt occurs during the initial value random number updating process, the interrupt process is executed with priority, and the timer interrupt is executed. Is kept waiting by the initial value random number update process, thereby avoiding pressure on the interrupt process.

  In addition, the initial value random number updating process in step S35 may be a method of performing an initial value random number updating process in a timer interrupt process in addition to the main process. In order to avoid the execution of the value random number update process, when performing the initial value random number update process in the main process, it is necessary to prohibit the interrupt and then update and release the interrupt. If the initial value random number update process in the timer interrupt process is not performed and only the main process is performed, there is no problem if the interrupt is released before the initial value random number update process, so that the main process It has the advantage of being simplified.

  If the power failure monitoring signal is on (step S37; Y), it is determined whether the power failure monitoring signal has been on for the number of checks set in step S36 (step S38). When the ON state of the check number of times the power failure monitoring signal is not continued (step S38; N), the process returns to decision power failure monitoring signal is either ON (step S37). If the power failure monitoring signal remains on for the number of checks (step S38; Y), that is, if it is determined that a power failure has occurred, the process of temporarily prohibiting interruption (step S39) is performed. A process of outputting off data to the output port (step S40) is performed.

  Then, the power failure inspection area check data 1 is saved in the power failure inspection area 1 (step S41), and the power failure inspection area check data 2 is saved in the power failure inspection area 2 (step S42). Furthermore, after performing a checksum calculation process of calculating a checksum when the power of the RWM is turned off (step S43) and a process of saving the calculated checksum (step S44), a process of prohibiting access to the RWM (step S45). ) after performing, waits for supply of the game machine is shut off. Thus, by saving the check data in the power failure inspection area and calculating the checksum at the time of power-off, it is possible to determine whether or not the information stored in the RWM before the power-off is correctly backed up. It can be determined at the time of re-input.

  From the above, the main control means (game control device 100) for controlling the game in general and the sub-control means (payout control device 200, effect control device 300, etc.) for performing various controls in accordance with instructions from the main control means ), The main control means delays the activation of the main control means and sets a predetermined standby time for waiting for the activation of the slave control apparatus when the power is turned on. 100) and a power failure monitoring means (game control device 100) for monitoring the occurrence of a power failure during the predetermined standby time.

  In addition, a power supply device 400 that supplies power to various devices is provided. The power supply device 400 is configured to output a power failure monitoring signal when detecting the occurrence of a power failure, and the power failure monitoring means (game control device 100) When the power failure monitoring signal is continuously received for a predetermined period, it is determined that a power failure has occurred.

  In addition, the main control unit (game control device 100) stores a RAM 111C capable of storing data, an initialization operation unit (initialization switch) that can be operated from the outside, and based on operation of the initialization operation unit. Initialization means (game control device 100) for initializing the data stored in the RAM 111C, and reads the operation state of the initialization means before the start of the standby time.

  In addition, the main control means (game control device 100) permits access to the RAM 111C after the elapse of the standby time.

[Timer interrupt processing]
Next, the timer interrupt processing will be described. As shown in FIG. 9, the timer interrupt process is started when a periodic timer interrupt signal generated by the CTC circuit in the clock generator is input to the CPU 111A. When a timer interrupt occurs in the game microcomputer 111, the interrupt is automatically disabled and the timer interrupt process of FIG. 9 is started.

  When the timer interrupt processing is started, first, the register bank 1 is designated (step S101). Switching to the register bank 1 is equivalent to performing register save processing for transferring a value held in a predetermined register (for example, a register used in the main processing) to the RWM. Next, an upper address of the RAM start address is set in a predetermined register (for example, a D register) (step S102). In step S102, the same process as step S4 in the main process is performed, but the register bank is different. Next, input processing from various sensors and switches and capture of signals, that is, input processing for reading the state of each input port (step S103) are performed. Then, based on the output data set in the various processes, an output process (step S104) for performing drive control of an actuator such as a solenoid (large winning opening solenoid 38b, general-purpose solenoid 37c) and the like is performed. When the signal of the firing stop is output in step S5 in the main process, a signal of the firing permission is output by performing this output process, and the firing permission signal is set to the enabled state. This firing permission signal is output to the firing control device via the payout control device. At this time, no processing of the signal or the like is performed. The firing permission signal is a first signal indicating the state of the firing permission as viewed from the game control device, and the second signal (the firing permission signal) indicating the state of the firing permission as viewed from the payout control device is also the payout control. Generated in the device and output to the launch control device. That is, two firing permission signals are output to the firing control device, and when both are permitted to fire, the game ball is configured to be ready to fire.

  Next, a payout command transmission process (Step S105) for outputting the command set in the transmission buffer in various processes to the payout control device 200, a random number update process 1 (Step S106), and a random number update process 2 (Step S107) are performed. Thereafter, start-up hole 1 switch 36a, start hole 2 switch 37a, the gate switch 34a of Hiroshizu, winning opening switch 35a, the monitoring and whether a winning opening switch 38a has an input of a normal signal, error monitoring ( A winning opening switch / status monitoring process (step S108) is performed to determine whether the front frame or the glass frame is open. In addition, special figure game processing (step S109) for performing processing relating to the special figure fluctuation display game, and general figure game processing (step S110) for performing processing relating to the general figure fluctuation display game are performed.

Next, a segment LED editing process (step S111) that is provided in the gaming machine 10 and drives a segment LED for displaying a special figure change display game and displaying various information related to the game so as to display desired contents, and the magnetic sensor 61 Fraud monitoring process (step S112) for checking the detection signal from the controller to determine whether there is any abnormality, and fraudulent panel radio for checking the detection signal from the panel radio sensor 62 to determine whether there is an abnormality. A monitoring process (step S113) is performed. Then, an external information editing process (step S114) for setting a signal to be output to various external devices in an output buffer is performed, and the timer interrupt process ends.
Here, in the present embodiment, the process of restoring the interrupt disabled state (that is, the process of permitting the interrupt) and the process of restoring the designation of the register bank (that is, the process of designating the register bank 0) are performed by interrupt return. Automatically (at the end of timer interrupt processing). Note that, depending on the CPU used, some gaming machines need to instruct execution of processing for restoring the interrupt disabled state and processing for restoring the designation of the register bank.

[Special figure game processing]
Next, details of the special figure game process (step S109) in the above-described timer interrupt process will be described. In the special figure game process, the input of the starting port 1 switch 36a and the input of the starting port 2 switch 37a are monitored, the entire process related to the special figure changing display game is controlled, and the setting of the special figure display is performed.

  As shown in FIG. 10, in the special figure game process, first, a start-up switch monitoring process (step A1) for monitoring winning of the start-up 1 switch 36a and the start-up 2 switch 37a. In the starting port switch monitoring process, when a game ball is won in the starting winning port 36 and the ordinary variable winning device 37 serving as the second starting port, various random numbers (such as a big hit random number) are extracted, and special features based on the winning are obtained. At the stage before the start of the figure change display game, a game result preliminary determination is performed in which the game result based on the winning is determined in advance.

  Next, a special winning opening switch monitoring process (step A2) is performed. In the special winning opening switch monitoring process, a process of monitoring the detection of a game ball by the special winning opening switch 38a provided in the special variable winning device 38 is performed.

  Next, if the special figure game processing timer is not "0", -1 is updated (step A3). Note that the minimum value of the special figure game processing timer is set to “0”. Then, it is determined whether the value of the special figure game processing timer is “0” (step A4). If the value of the special figure game processing timer is "0" (step A4; Y), that is, if the time has expired or the time has already expired, reference is made to branch to the processing corresponding to the special figure game processing number. The special figure game sequence branch table to be set is set in the register (step A5), and the branch destination address of the processing corresponding to the special figure game processing number is obtained using the table (step A6). Then, a subroutine call is made according to the special figure game processing number (step A7).

In step A7, when the special figure game processing number is “0”, the start of the change of the special figure change display game is monitored, and the setting of the start of the change of the special figure change display game, the setting of the effect, and the change of the special figure change display game are performed. A special map ordinary process (step A8) for setting information necessary for performing the process is performed.
In step A7, if the special figure game processing number is "1", the special figure changing process for setting the stop display time of the special figure, setting information necessary for performing the special figure displaying process, and the like. (Step A9) is performed.

  In step A7, if the special figure game processing number is "2", if the game result of the special figure change display game is a big hit, the setting of the fanfare command according to the type of the big hit and the big winning port of each big hit A special figure display process (step A10) for setting a fanfare time according to the opening pattern, setting information necessary for performing the process during the fanfare / interval, and the like is performed.

If the special figure game processing number is “3” in step A7, the opening time of the special winning opening is set, the number of times of opening is updated, and information necessary for performing the special winning opening processing is set. The processing during the fanfare / interval (step A11) is performed.
In step A7, if the special figure game processing number is "4", an interval command is set if the big hit round is not the last round, while an ending command is set if the big hit round is the last round. A special winning opening process (step A12) for setting information necessary for performing the ball processing is performed.

In step A7, if the special figure game processing number is "5", if the big hit round is the last round, the processing for setting the time for discharging the remaining ball in the big winning opening and the big hit end processing are executed. A special winning opening remaining ball process (step A13) for setting information necessary for performing the process is performed.
If the special figure game processing number is "6" in step A7, a big hit end processing (step A14) for setting information necessary for performing the special figure ordinary processing is performed.

In step A7, if the special figure game processing number is "7", in order to perform the setting of the opening time and opening pattern of the special winning opening when a small hit occurs, the setting of the fanfare command, and the processing during the small hitting A small hit fanfare medium process (step A15) for setting necessary information and the like is performed.
If the special figure game processing number is "8" in step A7, a small hitting middle process (step A16) for setting an ending command, setting information necessary for performing a small hit remaining ball process, and the like is performed. .
If the special figure game processing number is "9" in step A7, the processing for setting the time for discharging the remaining sphere winning in the big winning opening during the small hitting processing, and the small hit ending processing Small ball remaining ball processing (step A17) for setting information necessary for performing the processing.
If the special figure game processing number is "10" in step A7, a small hit end processing (step A18) for setting information necessary for performing the special figure ordinary processing is performed.

  Then, after preparing a table for controlling the variation of the special figure 1 display 51 (step A19), the symbol variation control processing (step A20) related to the special figure 1 display 51 is performed. Then, after preparing a table for controlling the variation of special symbol 2 display 52 (step A21), performs symbol variation control process according to the special symbol 2 display 52 (step A22), ends the special symbol game process to. On the other hand, in step A4, if the value of the special figure game processing timer is not “0” (step A4; N), that is, if the time has not elapsed, the process proceeds to step A19, and the subsequent processing is performed. Do.

  Note that the small hit is a result mode without the operation of the condition device, and the big hit is a special result with the operation of the condition device. The condition device is operated when a big hit occurs in the special figure change display game (stop display of the big hit symbol). When the condition device is operated, for example, a big hit state occurs and a special This means that a specific flag for continuously operating the variable prize device 38 is set (the accessory continuous operation device is activated). The condition device not operating means that the above-mentioned flag is not set, for example, as in the case of winning a small hit lottery. The “condition device” may be software means such as a flag which is turned on / off by software as described above, or may be hardware means such as a switch which is turned on / off electrically. In addition, the "condition device" is a term generally used in the field of pachinko gaming machines as a device whose operation is a necessary condition for continuous operation of the electric accessory, and the same applies to the present specification. It is used as a term having various meanings.

[Start port switch monitoring processing]
Next, the details of the start-up switch monitoring process (step A1) in the above-described special figure game process will be described. As shown in FIG. 11, in the starting port switch monitoring process, first, a first starting port (start winning port 36) winning monitoring table is prepared (step A101), and a hard random number acquiring process (step A102) is performed. It is determined whether or not there is a winning in the first opening (step A103).
If it is determined in step A103 that there is no winning in the first opening (step A103; N), the process proceeds to step A109, and the subsequent processes are performed.
On the other hand, in step A103, when it is determined that there is a prize in the first starting opening (step A103; Y), it is determined whether or not the special figure is during working hours (under normal power support) (step A104). ).

If it is determined in step A104 that the special figure is not working (step A104; N), the process proceeds to step A107 and the subsequent processes are performed.
On the other hand, if it is determined in step A104 that the special figure time reduction is in progress (step A104; Y), a right-turn instruction notification command is prepared (step A105), and effect command setting processing (step A106) is performed. . That is, in the case of the time saving state, a right-turn instruction notification command is prepared (step A105) and an effect command setting process (step A106) is performed regardless of the probability state of the special figure change display game. In the case of the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, the first starting port (start winning port 36) does not win unless the player has left-handed, and the normal variable winning device 37 does not win unless the player is right-handed. Therefore, in the time-saving state, a right-handed game is more advantageous than a left-handed game. However, when the first starting port receives a prize during the time-saving state (ie, when left-handed during the time-saving state). Is configured to transmit a right-turn instruction notification command to the effect control device 300, and to issue a notification (warning) to instruct the right control to be performed by the effect control device 300.
Next, after preparing a table for setting information of suspension by the first starting port (start winning port 36) (step A107), a special process for a special figure starting port switch (step A108) is performed.

Next, a prize monitoring table is prepared for the second starting port (ordinary variable winning device 37) (step A109), and a hard random number acquisition process (step A110) is performed to determine whether there is a prize in the second starting port. A determination is made (step A111).
In step A111, when it is determined that there is no winning in the second opening (step A111; N), the start-up switch monitoring process ends.
On the other hand, if it is determined in step A111 that there is a prize in the second starting port (step A111; Y), the ordinary electric accessory (normal fluctuation prize device 37) is operating, that is, the normal fluctuation It is determined whether or not the winning device 37 is in an open state in which a game ball can be won (step A112), and if it is determined that the ordinary electric accessory is operating (step A112; Y), the step is performed. The process proceeds to A114 to perform the subsequent processes. On the other hand, if it is determined in step A112 that the ordinary electric accessory is not in operation (step A112; N), it is determined whether or not a regular electric fraud is occurring (step A113).

  In the determination as to whether or not an irregular fraud has occurred, it is determined that a fraud has occurred if the number of illegal winnings in the normal variable prize winning device 37 is equal to or greater than the fraud occurrence determination number (for example, 5). In the normal variable winning device 37, a game ball cannot be won in a closed state, and a game ball can be won only in an open state. Therefore, when a game ball wins in the closed state, it is a case where some abnormality or fraud occurs, and when there is a game ball won in such a closed state, the number is counted as the number of illegal wins. If the number of illegal winnings counted in this way is equal to or greater than a predetermined fraud occurrence determination number (upper limit), it is determined that fraud has occurred.

  In step A113, if it is determined that normal telephone fraud has not occurred (step A113; N), a table for setting information of suspension by the second starting port (normal fluctuation winning device 37) is prepared (step A114). The startup port switch common process (step A115) is performed, and the startup port switch monitoring process ends. If it is determined in step A113 that irregularities in the ordinary telephone are occurring (step A113; Y), the start-up switch monitoring process ends. That is, the second start memory is not generated any more.

[Tokuzu start switch common processing]
Next, the details of the special figure starting port switch common processing (steps A108 and A115) in the above-described starting port switch monitoring processing will be described. The special figure starting port switch common process is a process that is commonly performed for each input when there is an input from the starting port 1 switch 36a or the starting port 2 switch 37a.

  As shown in FIG. 12, in the special figure starting port switch common processing, first, information on the number of winnings to the monitored starting port switch among the starting port 1 switch 36a and the starting port 2 switch 37a is transmitted to the gaming machine 10 The start port signal output count, which is the number of outputs to the external management device, is loaded (step A131), the loaded value is updated by +1 (step A132), and it is determined whether the output count overflows (step A133). ). If the number of outputs does not overflow (step A133; N), the updated value is saved in the starting port signal output number area of the RWM (step A134), and the process proceeds to step A135. On the other hand, when the number of times of output overflows (step A133; Y), the process proceeds to step A135. In the present embodiment, a value from “0” to “255” can be stored in the start port signal output count area. When the loaded value is "255", the updated value becomes "0" by +1 update, and it is determined that the output count overflows.

  Next, it is determined whether the number of special figure reservations (starting storage) to be updated corresponding to the monitoring target starting port switch among the starting port 1 switch 36a and the starting port 2 switch 37a is less than the upper limit (step A135). If the number of special figure reservations to be updated is not less than the upper limit (step A135; N), the special figure starting port switch common processing ends. In addition, when the number of special figure reservations to be updated is less than the upper limit value (step A135; Y), the number of special figure reservations to be updated (special figure 1 reservation number or special figure 2 reservation number) is updated by +1 ( (Step A136), and save the target starting port winning flag (step A137). Subsequently, to calculate the address of the random number storage area corresponding to the number of start-up hole switches and special symbol reserved monitored (step A138), it saves the jackpot random number prepared at step A125 to the jackpot random number storage area of the RWM ( Step A139). Next, a jackpot symbol random number of the starting port switch to be monitored is extracted and prepared (step A140), and saved in the jackpot symbol random number storage area of the RWM (step A141).

Next, it is determined whether or not the first start port (start winning port 36) has been won (step A142).
If it is determined in step A142 that the winning is not to the first starting port (step A142; N), the process proceeds to step A145.
On the other hand, if it is determined in step A142 that the winning is to the first starting port (step A142; Y), a small hit symbol random number is extracted and prepared (step A143), and the small hit symbol of the RWM is prepared. The data is saved in the random number storage area (step A144).

Next, the fluctuation pattern random numbers 1 to 3 are saved in the corresponding fluctuation pattern random number storage area of the RWM (step A145), and the special figure reservation information determination processing (step A146) is performed.
Next, a start port switch to be monitored and a decoration special figure hold number command corresponding to the special figure hold number are prepared (step A147), an effect command setting process (step A148) is performed, and a special figure start port switch common process is performed. finish.

  Here, the game control device 100 (RAM 111C) extracts a predetermined random number based on the inflow of the game ball into the start winning prize port 36 or the start winning prize area of the normal variable winning device 37, and has the right to execute the variable display game. A start storage means for storing a predetermined number as an upper limit as start memory. In addition, the start storage means (game control device 100) stores various random numbers extracted based on the winning of the game ball to the first start winning opening (start winning opening 36) as a first start storage up to a predetermined number. Various random numbers extracted based on the winning of the game ball to the second starting winning port (normal fluctuation winning device 37) are stored as the second starting memory up to a predetermined number.

[Special figure pending information judgment processing]
Next, the details of the special figure hold information determination processing (step A146) in the above-described startup port switch common processing will be described. The special figure suspension information determination processing is a look-ahead processing for determining the result related information corresponding to the start memory before the start timing of the special figure change display game based on the corresponding start memory.

As shown in FIG. 13, first, the starting opening winning flag saved in step A137 is checked to determine whether or not the first starting opening (starting winning opening 36) has been won (step A151).
If it is determined in step A151 that the winning is not made to the first starting port (step A151; N), the process proceeds to step A154.
On the other hand, if it is determined in step A151 that the winning is to the first starting port (step A151; Y), it is determined whether the special figure is being shortened (step A152).

In step A152, when it is determined that the special figure is being shortened (step A152; Y), the special figure suspension information determination processing ends.
On the other hand, if it is determined in step A152 that the special figure is not working (step A152; N), it is determined whether a large hit or a small hit is in progress (step A153).
If it is determined in step A153 that a big hit or a small hit is being made (step A153; Y), the special figure suspension information determination processing ends.
On the other hand, when it is determined in step A153 that the big hit is not being performed or the small hit is not being made (step A153; N), it is determined whether or not the big hit is a big hit based on whether or not the big hit random value matches the big hit determination value. A big hit determination process (step A154) is performed. If the determination result is a big hit (step A155; Y), a big hit symbol random number check table corresponding to the target starting port switch is set (step A156), and the big hit symbol random number prepared in step A140 is corresponded. The stop symbol information is acquired (step A157), and the process proceeds to step A164.

On the other hand, if the result of the determination is not a jackpot (step A155; N), it is determined whether or not the first start port (start winning port 36) has been won (step A158).
If it is determined in step A158 that the winning is not to the first opening (step A158; N), the stop symbol information of the loss is set (step A163), and the process proceeds to step A164.
On the other hand, if it is determined in step A158 that the winning is to the first starting port (step A158; Y), it is determined whether or not the big hit random number value matches the small hit determination value to determine whether the small hit is a small hit. A small hit determination process (step A159) is performed to determine whether or not the small hit has occurred. If the result of the determination is not a small hit (step A160; N), stop symbol information for the loss is set (step A163), and the process proceeds to step A164.
On the other hand, if the determination result is a small hit (step A160; Y), a small hit symbol random number check table is set (step A161), and the stop symbol information corresponding to the small hit symbol random number prepared in step A143 is set. It acquires (step A162) and shifts to the processing of step A164.

  Then, a look-ahead stop symbol command corresponding to the target start port switch and stop symbol information is prepared (step A164), and effect command setting processing is performed (step A165). Next, special figure information setting processing (step A166) for setting special figure information, which is a parameter for setting a fluctuation pattern, is performed, and fluctuation pattern setting processing for setting the fluctuation mode of the special figure fluctuation display game is performed (step A166). A167).

  Thereafter, a look-ahead variation pattern command corresponding to the first half variation number indicating the first half variation pattern and the second half variation number indicating the second half variation pattern in the variation mode of the special figure variation display game is prepared (step A168), and effect command setting processing is performed. (Step A169), the special figure suspension information determination processing ends. Note that the special figure information setting processing in step A166 and the fluctuation pattern setting processing in step A167 are the same as the processing executed at the start of the special figure fluctuation display game in the special figure ordinary processing.

  With the above processing, a pre-reading symbol command including the result of the special figure fluctuation display game based on the start memory of the pre-reading target and a pre-reading fluctuation pattern command including the information of the fluctuation pattern in the special figure fluctuation display game based on the start memory are prepared. Then, it is transmitted to effect control device 300. As a result, the determination result (pre-read result) of the result-related information (whether a big hit or a variation pattern) corresponding to the start memory is rendered before the start timing of the special figure change display game based on the corresponding start memory. It is possible to notify the device 300, in particular, by changing the decoration special figure start storage display displayed on the display device 41, and to provide the player with the result-related information before the start timing of the special figure change display game. It becomes possible to inform.

  That is, the game control device 100 determines the random number stored as the start memory in the start storage means (game control device 100) before executing the variable display game based on the start memory (for example, whether or not a special result is obtained). Etc.) to form a preliminary judgment means. In addition, the time when the random number value stored in correspondence with the start memory is determined in advance is not only at the time of the start winning where the start memory is generated, but also at any time before the variable display game based on the start memory is performed. Good.

(Normal processing of special maps)
Next, details of the special figure ordinary processing (step A8) in the above-described special figure game processing will be described. As shown in FIG. 14, in the special figure ordinary processing, first, it is determined whether or not the special figure 2 suspension number (second starting storage number) is “0” (step A301). If it is determined that the special figure 2 reservation number is “0” (step A301; Y), it is determined whether the special figure 1 reservation number (first start storage number) is “0” (step A306). If it is determined that the number of reserved special figure 1 is "0" (step A306; Y), it is determined whether the customer waiting demonstration has been started (step A311), and if the customer waiting demonstration has not been started (step A311). A311; N) sets a customer waiting demonstration flag in the customer waiting demonstration flag area (step A312).

  Subsequently, a customer waiting demo command serving as standby information transmitted when the next game is not started continuously after the end of the game is prepared (step A313), and effect command setting processing (step A314) is performed. FIG usually performs the processing proceeds setting processing 1 (step A315), and ends the special symbol usually process. On the other hand, in step A311, if the customer waiting demonstration has been started (step A311; Y), the special figure ordinary processing shift setting processing 1 (step A315) is performed, and the special figure ordinary processing ends.

If the number of reserved special figure 2 is not “0” in step A301 (step A301; N), special figure 2 change start processing (step A302) is performed, and the decorative special figure corresponding to the number of reserved special figure 2 is performed. The number-of-reservation command is prepared (step A303), and effect command setting processing (step A304) is performed. Then, a special figure changing process transition setting processing (step A305) of the special figure 2 is performed, and the special figure ordinary processing ends.
If the number of special figure 1 reservations is not “0” in step A306 (step A306; N), special figure 1 change start processing (step A307) is performed, and the decorative special figure corresponding to the number of special figure 1 reservations is performed. The number-of-reservation command is prepared (step A308), and effect command setting processing (step A309) is performed. Then, a special figure changing process transition setting processing (step A310) of the special figure 1 is performed, and the special figure ordinary processing ends.

  As described above, the check of the special figure 2 reservation number is performed before the check of the special figure 1 reservation number, so that if the special figure 2 reservation number is not “0”, the special figure 2 change start process (step A302) Is executed. That is, the second special figure change display game is executed prior to the first special figure change display game. That is, the game control device 100 forms a game execution control unit that executes a game based on the start memory stored in the start storage unit. When the game control device 100 has the second start memory in the second start storage means (game control device 100), the variable display game based on the second start memory is changed to the variable display game based on the first start memory. A priority control means for executing the game with priority over the game.

[Special figure 1 fluctuation start processing]
Next, details of the special figure 1 change start processing (step A307) in the above-described special figure ordinary processing will be described. The special figure 1 change start process is a process performed at the start of the first special figure change display game. As shown in FIG. 15, first, a special figure 1 change flag indicating the type of the special figure change display game to be executed (here, special figure 1) is saved in the change symbol discrimination area (step A331), and the first special figure change is displayed. A big hit flag 1 setting process (step A332) for setting the big hit information to the big hit flag 1 for determining whether or not the display game is a big hit is performed.

  Next, after performing the special figure 1 stop symbol setting process (step A333) related to the setting of the special figure 1 stop symbol (symbol information), the special figure that sets the special figure information which is a parameter for setting the variation pattern is performed. An information setting process (step A334) is performed to prepare a special figure 1 fluctuation pattern setting information table, which is a table in which various information relating to setting of the fluctuation pattern of the first special figure fluctuation display game are set. (Step A335). Thereafter, a fluctuation pattern setting process (step A336) for setting a fluctuation pattern that is a fluctuation mode in the first special figure fluctuation display game is performed, and a fluctuation start information setting processing for setting fluctuation start information of the first special figure fluctuation display game is performed. (Step A337) is performed, and the special figure 1 change start process ends.

[Special figure 2 fluctuation start processing]
Next, details of the special figure 2 change start processing (step A302) in the above-described special figure ordinary processing will be described. The special figure 2 change start processing is a processing performed at the start of the second special figure change display game, and is the same processing as the special figure 1 change start processing shown in FIG. It is done as.

  As shown in FIG. 16, first, a special figure 2 fluctuation flag indicating the type of the special figure fluctuation display game to be executed (here, special figure 2) is saved in the fluctuation symbol discrimination area (step A341), and the second special figure fluctuation is displayed. A big hit flag 2 setting process (step A342) for setting deviation information and big hit information to the big hit flag 2 for determining whether or not the display game is a big hit is performed.

  Next, after performing the special figure 2 stop symbol setting process (step A343) related to the setting of the special figure 2 stop symbol (symbol information), the special figure which sets the special figure information which is a parameter for setting the fluctuation pattern is performed. An information setting process (step A344) is performed to prepare a special figure 2 fluctuation pattern setting information table, which is a table in which various information regarding the setting of the fluctuation pattern of the second special figure fluctuation display game are set. (Step A345). Thereafter, a fluctuation pattern setting process (step A346) for setting a fluctuation pattern which is a fluctuation mode in the second special figure fluctuation display game is performed, and a fluctuation start information setting processing for setting fluctuation start information of the second special figure fluctuation display game is performed. (Step A347), and the special figure 2 change start process ends.

[Variation pattern setting processing]
Next, details of the above-described special figure suspension information determination processing, special figure 1 change start processing, and change pattern setting processing (steps A167, A336, and A346) in the special figure 2 change start will be described. The change pattern is a first half change pattern that is a change mode from the start of the special figure change display game to the reach state, and a second half change pattern that is a change mode from the reach state to the end of the special figure change display game. The first half variation pattern is set first, and then the first half variation pattern is set.

  As shown in FIG. 17, in the fluctuation pattern setting process, first, a fluctuation group selection address table is set (step A471), and the address of the second half fluctuation group table corresponding to the fluctuation distribution information 2 is obtained and prepared (step A471). A472), and loads and prepares the fluctuation pattern random number 1 from the target fluctuation pattern random number 1 storage area (for the number of reservations 1) (step A473). In this embodiment, the structure of the second half fluctuations group table, the structure is different between a disengaged and a per. Specifically, the size for hitting is 1 byte size, and the size for hitting is 2 byte size. The rate of occurrence per hit is lower than the rate of occurrence of losing, and even one byte is sufficient. Therefore, from the viewpoint of saving the data capacity, the size of the hit is one byte. Therefore, at the time of hit, only the lower value of the 2-byte variation pattern random number 1 is used. In addition, the occurrence rate of outliers is higher than the occurrence rate of hits, and in order to make more diverse effects appear, the size of outliers is 2 bytes.

  Then, it is determined whether or not the result of the special figure change display game is a miss (step A474). Move on to processing. If it is not a loss (step A474; N), a distribution process (step A476) is performed, and the flow shifts to a process of step A477.

  Then, an address of the second half variation selection table obtained as a result of the sorting is obtained and prepared (step A477), and the variation pattern random number 2 is loaded from the target variation pattern random number 2 storage area (for the number of reservations 1), Prepare (step A478). Then, a distribution process (step A479) is performed, a second-half variation number obtained as a result of the distribution is acquired, and saved in the second-half variation number area (step A480). By this processing, the latter half variation pattern is set.

  Next, a first half variation group table is set (step A481), and a table selection pointer is calculated based on the variation distribution information 1 and the second half variation number (step A482). Then, the address of the first-half variation selection table corresponding to the calculated pointer is obtained and prepared (step A483), and the variation pattern random number 3 is loaded from the target variation pattern random number 3 storage area (for the number of reservations 1) and prepared. (Step A484). Thereafter, a distribution process (step A485) is performed, a first variation number obtained as a result of the distribution is obtained, saved in the first variation number area (step A486), and the variation pattern setting process ends. By this processing, the first half fluctuation pattern is set, and the fluctuation pattern of the special figure fluctuation display game is set. That is, the game control device 100 forms a variation pattern setting unit that sets a variation pattern, which is a game execution mode, from a plurality of variations.

[Change start information setting process]
Next, the details of the change start information setting processing (steps A337 and A347) in the above-described special figure 1 change start processing and special figure 2 change start processing will be described. As shown in FIG. 18, in the change start information setting process, first, the random number storage areas of the target change pattern random numbers 1 to 3 are cleared (step A491). Next, a first half fluctuation time value table is set (step A492), and a first half fluctuation time value corresponding to the first half fluctuation number is acquired (step A493). Further, a second half variation time value table is set (step A494), and a second half variation time value corresponding to the second half variation number is obtained (step A495).

  Then, the first half fluctuation time value and the second half fluctuation time value are added (step A496), and the added value is saved in the special figure game processing timer area (step A497). Thereafter, a variation command (MODE) corresponding to the first half variation number is prepared (step A498), and a variation command (ACTION) corresponding to the second half variation number is prepared (step A499), and effect command setting processing is performed (step A500). ). Next, the special figure reserved number corresponding to the variable symbol determination flag is updated by -1 (step A501), and the address of the random number storage area corresponding to the variable symbol determination flag is set (step A502). Next, the random number storage area is shifted (step A503), the empty area after the shift is cleared (step A504), and the change start information setting processing ends.

  Through the above processing, information regarding the start of the special figure change display game is set. That is, the game control device 100 forms a determination unit for determining various random numbers stored in the start storage unit (game control device 100). Further, the game control device 100 constitutes a variation pattern determining means capable of determining a variation pattern of the identification information to be executed in the variation display game based on the determination information of the start memory.

  Then, the information on the start of the special figure change display game is transmitted to the effect control device 300 later, and the effect control device 300 responds to the determined change pattern based on the reception of the information on the start of the special figure change display game. Set the details of the effect in the decoration special figure change display game. The information related to the start of the special figure change display game includes a decoration special figure reservation number command including information regarding the number of storages to be started (the number of reservations), a decoration special figure command including information regarding a stop symbol, and a change in the special figure change display game. A fluctuation command including information on the pattern and a stop information command including information on extension of the stop time are given, and the commands are transmitted to the effect control device 300 in this order. In particular, by transmitting the decoration special figure command before the change command, the processing in the effect control device 300 can be efficiently advanced.

  FIG. 19 shows an example of the selection ratio of the variation pattern in the processing of FIG. This selection ratio is a selection ratio used in the special figure 1 variable display game and the special figure 2 variable display game when the state is in the low probability state and not the time saving state and the result is out of order. Note that the start memory number is a value before the subtraction of the start memory in the special figure type for starting the special figure change display game. For example, when starting the special figure 1 variable display game from one state of the first start memory, the start memory number which is the first start memory number before the start memory is subtracted by the start of the special figure 1 variable display game. The variation pattern is selected according to the selection ratio of 1.

  In the selection ratio shown in FIG. 19, the selection ratio of the variation pattern differs depending on the number of start storages. The smaller the number of start storages, the higher the selection ratio of the variation pattern that reaches the reach. In addition, the variation time of each variation pattern is the number of seconds indicated after the name of the variation pattern, but the smaller the number of starting memories, the higher the selection ratio of the variation pattern with the longer variation time when there is no reach. .

  The game control device 100 selects a change pattern according to the selection ratio, and executes the special figure change display game according to the selected change pattern. In addition, information on the selected variation pattern is transmitted to effect control device 300. In the effect control device 300, the effect setting and the like of the decorative special figure change display game according to the selected change pattern are performed. The effects of the decorative special figure change display game include a first half effect corresponding to the first half change until the reach state, and a second half effect corresponding to the second half change after the reach state. If the variation pattern does not reach the reach state, only the first half effect is set and the second half effect is not set. That is, it is possible not to set the second half effect (reach effect) at a predetermined ratio, and to set the second half effect when the number of start memories is smaller than a predetermined value (for example, 2) than when it is equal to or more than the predetermined value. The percentage is set to be higher.

  There are several other selection ratios such as those used in the case of a high probability state. Is higher, and the smaller the number of start memories, the higher the selection ratio of the fluctuation pattern having a long fluctuation time when there is no reach.

  Here, as a result of the special figure change display game, the selection ratio is selected depending on whether the state is the high probability state or the time saving state, but other factors may be considered. . For example, depending on the number of winnings in the starting winning port 36 or the normal variable winning device 37 during a certain period, the selection ratio of the variation pattern may be different even with the same number of starting memories. In this case, the number of winnings in a certain period is counted, and the larger the number of winnings, the higher the selection ratio of the variation pattern having the shorter variation time. By doing so, it is possible to effectively prevent the number of start storages from reaching the upper limit.

  Next, control in the effect control device 300 will be described. The main control microcomputer (CPU) 311 of the effect control device 300 performs a main process shown in FIG. 20 and a timer interrupt process (not shown).

[Main processing]
As shown in FIG. 20, in the main process, first, the process at the start of the program is performed. In the process at the start of the program, first, the interrupt is prohibited (step C1), and the CPU is initialized (step C2). Next, initialization of the VDP 312 is performed (step C3), and interruption is permitted (step C4). Next, generation of display data is permitted (step C5), a random number seed is set (step C6), and an initial value at power-on is saved in an area to be initialized (step C7). As a result, the power failure occurrence detected flag and the like are cleared.

  After performing the processing at the start of the program in steps C1 to C7, a loop process is performed as a main loop process. In this loop processing, first, a WDT (watchdog timer) is cleared (step C8). Next, effect button input processing (step C9) for creating input information from an input signal (rising edge) based on an operation of the effect button 25 or the touch panel 29 is performed. The input from the effect button 25 or the touch panel 29 is read in a timer interrupt process. In the effect button input process, when there is an input from the effect button 25 or the touch panel 29, a process of changing the effect content is performed.

  Then, a hall / player setting mode process for receiving an operation such as setting of a changeable range such as the brightness and volume of the LED and the liquid crystal is performed (step C10). Next, a random number update process (step C11) for updating random numbers for determining details of the variation mode of the decorative special figure variation display game is performed.

  Next, a received command check process (step C12) for analyzing and responding to a command from the game control device 100, and effect display editing process (step C13) for editing settings for controlling the progress of the effect and drawing commands. ) To set the preparation end of the drawing command (step C14). In these processes, various data are updated in accordance with the contents to be drawn, and the processing is performed until the drawing data is finally set in the frame buffer. If the drawing data of the screen to be drawn within 1/30 second (about 33.3 ms) is prepared, the image can be updated without any problem.

  Then, it is determined whether or not it is the frame switching timing (step C15). In the present embodiment, in order to create a system cycle (1/30 second for one frame), it is determined that it is the frame switching timing when the V blank interrupt (1/60 second) is input twice. The frame switching timing can be arbitrarily changed as appropriate. For example, the image update (frame switching) may be performed in 1/60 second, or the image updating (frame switching) may be performed later than 1/60 second. Switching). If it is determined in step C15 that it is not the frame switching timing (step C15; N), the process of step C15 is repeated. On the other hand, if it is determined in step C15 that the current time is the frame switching timing (step C15; Y), an instruction to draw a screen is issued (step C17).

  Thereafter, a sound control process (step C17) for controlling the output of the sound from the speakers (the upper speaker 19a and the lower speaker 19b), and a decoration control process (step C17) for controlling the LEDs of the board decoration device 46, the frame decoration device 18, and the like. C18), a movable body control process (step C19) for controlling the motor and the solenoid of the board effect device 44 is performed. Then, a customer waiting process for performing processing such as control of a specific effect in the customer waiting state is performed (step C20), and the process returns to the process of clearing the WDT (step C8).

[Receive command check processing]
FIG. 21 shows a received command check process in the main process described above. In this reception command check processing, first, the value of a command reception counter that counts the number of commands received during one frame (1/30 second) is loaded as the number of command receptions (step C201), and the command reception is performed. It is determined whether the number is not 0 (step C202). If it is determined that the number of received commands is 0 (step C202; N), the received command check processing ends. When it is determined that the number of received commands is not 0 (Step C202; Y), the content of the command reception counter area is subtracted by the number of received commands (Step C203).

  Next, the contents of the received command buffer are copied to the command area (step C204), the command read index is updated by +1 in the range of 0 to 31 (step C205), and whether or not copying of the commands for the number of received commands is completed. Is determined (step C206). As described above, in the present embodiment, the command is not directly analyzed in the received command buffer, but the contents of the received command buffer are copied to the command area (the RAM area for analysis), and the command is analyzed in the command area. It is configured as follows. Thus, in preparation for a case where a command is transmitted from the game control device 100 during the analysis of the command, the command (data) can be moved to make a space. In addition, the analysis of the command can be collectively performed in one round of the main processing.

  If it is determined in step C206 that command copying for the number of received commands has not been completed (step C206; N), the process returns to step C204. If it is determined that copying of commands for the number of received commands has been completed (step C206; Y), the contents of the command area are loaded (step C207), and a received command analysis process (step C208) is performed.

  Next, the address of the command area is updated (step C209), and it is determined whether the analysis of the commands for the number of received commands has been completed (step C210). When it is determined that the analysis of the commands for the number of received commands has not been completed (step C210; N), the process returns to step C207. When it is determined that the analysis of the commands for the number of received commands has been completed (step C210; Y), the received command check processing ends. As described above, in the received command check processing, commands received during one frame (1/30 second) are analyzed collectively. In this embodiment, the configuration is such that up to 32 commands can be stored.

[Receive command analysis processing]
FIG. 22 shows a received command analysis process in the above-mentioned received command check process. In this received command analysis processing, first, the command upper byte is separated as MODE and the lower byte is separated as ACT (ACTION) (step C231), and it is determined whether MODE and ACT are within the normal range (step C232, step C233). ). When it is determined that MODE and ACT are within the normal range (step C232; Y, step C233; Y), it is determined whether ACT for MODE is a correct combination (step C234).

  Also, when it is determined in step C232 and step C233 that MODE or ACT is not in the normal range (step C232; N, step C233; N), or when it is determined in step C234 that ACT for MODE is not a correct combination (step C234). In C234; N), the received command analysis processing ends.

  If it is determined in step C234 that the ACT for MODE is a correct combination (step C234; Y), it is determined whether MODE is within the range of the variable command (step C235). The fluctuation command is a command for instructing a fluctuation pattern of a special figure. If the MODE is determined to be within the range of the variable command (step C235; Y), the variable command processing (step C236) is performed, and the received command analysis processing ends.

  When it is determined in step C235 that MODE is not in the range of the variable command (step C235; N), it is determined whether MODE is in the range of the big hit command (step C237). The jackpot-related command is a command for instructing an operation related to a big hit middle production (display of a fanfare screen or a round screen, etc.) or a command for commanding an operation related to a small hit middle production (display of a fanfare screen, end screen, or the like). If it is determined that MODE is within the range of the big hit command (step C237; Y), the big hit command processing (step C238) is performed, and the received command analysis processing ends.

  When it is determined in step C237 that MODE is not within the range of the jackpot-related command (step C237; N), it is determined whether MODE is within the range of the symbol-related command (step C239). The symbol-related command is a command for instructing information on the symbol of the special figure (for example, what the stop symbol of the special figure is). When it is determined that MODE is within the range of the symbol command (step C239; Y), the symbol command processing (step C240) is performed, and the received command analysis processing ends.

  If it is determined in step C239 that MODE is not in the range of the symbol-type command (step C239; N), it is determined whether MODE is in the range of single-shot commands such as the number-of-suspended-number command and the error command. (Step C241). The one-shot command is a command that is established independently, unlike commands that make sense in combination such as symbol commands and variable commands. The single command includes a customer waiting demo command, a hold number command, a symbol stop command, a probability information command, an error / illegal command, a model designation command, and the like. If it is determined that the MODE is within the range of the single command (step C241; Y), the single command processing (step C242) is performed, and the received command analysis processing ends.

  If it is determined in step C241 that MODE is not within the range of the single-shot command (step C241; N), it is determined whether MODE is within the range of the look-ahead design-related command (step C243). If the MODE is determined to be within the range of the pre-reading symbol-related command (step C243; Y), the pre-reading symbol-related command process (step C244) is performed, and the received command analyzing process ends.

  If it is determined in step C243 that MODE is not in the range of the prefetching pattern command (step C243; N), it is determined whether MODE is in the range of the prefetching variable command (step C245). If it is determined that the MODE is within the range of the prefetch variable command (step C245; Y), the prefetch variable command processing (step C246) is performed, and the received command analysis processing ends. If it is determined in step C245 that MODE is not within the range of the prefetch variable command (step C245; N), the received command analysis processing ends.

  Note that the prefetch variation command and the prefetch symbol command are commands including information necessary for executing the prefetch effect. A look-ahead effect (also referred to as a look-ahead notice or a look-ahead notice effect) is whether a special figure change display game corresponding to an unexecuted start memory (holding) of a special figure change display game will be a big hit when subsequently executed. In order to notify the player in advance (or what kind of fluctuation pattern) with a predetermined degree of reliability, the display of the decoration special figure start storage displayed on the display device 41 or the like is performed in a mode different from the normal mode. For example, an effect display is performed. The pre-reading commands (pre-reading fluctuation-related commands and pre-reading design-related commands) are commands for informing in advance of a fluctuation pattern or a stop pattern corresponding to a start memory to be subjected to a pre-reading effect. It is transmitted to effect control device 300. It should be noted that ordinary variable commands and symbol commands that are not pre-read are transmitted from the game control device 100 to the effect control device 300 at the start of the variable display.

[Single command processing]
FIG. 23 shows a single command processing in the above-described received command analysis processing. In this one-shot command processing, first, it is determined whether MODE corresponds to a model designation command including information on a model set in the game control device 100 (step C261). If it is determined that the MODE corresponds to the model designation command (step C261; Y), a model setting process for rewriting the internal information to the model information corresponding to the command is performed (step C262), and the single command processing is performed. To end.

  If it is determined in step C261 that MODE does not correspond to the model designation command (step C261; N), it is determined whether the MODE corresponds to the RAM initialization command indicating that the RAM 111C has been initialized. A determination is made (step C263). When it is determined that the MODE corresponds to the RAM initialization command (step C263; Y), the RAM initialization processing is performed (step C264), and the single command processing ends. In the RAM initialization processing (step C264), an area requiring initialization is initialized, and RAM initialization screen information is set. Further, RAM initialization scenario data is set to perform an effect when the RAM initialization is performed.

  If it is determined in step C263 that MODE does not correspond to the RAM initialization command (step C263; N), MODE returns to a power failure recovery command indicating that the RAM 111C has been restored from a power failure without initialization. It is determined whether it is a corresponding one (step C265). When it is determined that the MODE corresponds to the power failure restoration command (step C265; Y), the power failure restoration processing is performed (step C266), and the single-shot command processing is terminated. In the power outage restoration process (step C266), an area that needs to be initialized is initialized, and restoration screen information for displaying a power outage restoration screen is set. In addition, the power failure recovery scenario data is set in order to perform the effect at the time of power failure recovery.

  When it is determined in step C265 that MODE does not correspond to the power failure restoration command (step C265; N), it is determined whether MODE corresponds to the customer waiting demonstration command indicating the start of the customer waiting demonstration. (Step C267). If it is determined that the MODE corresponds to the customer waiting demonstration command (step C267; Y), the customer waiting demonstration processing is performed (step C268), and the single command processing ends. In the customer waiting demonstration process (step C268), the state of the P machine (pachinko machine) is set to customer waiting, and customer waiting scenario data is set to perform a customer waiting effect.

  If it is determined in step C267 that MODE does not correspond to the customer waiting demonstration command (step C267; N), it is determined whether MODE is on hold for special map (step C269). If the MODE is a special figure hold (step C269; Y), the process of displaying the decoration special figure start storage display corresponding to the generated hold on the display device 41 and the decorative special figure corresponding to the digested hold are performed. A special figure suspension information setting process for erasing the start storage display is performed (step C270), and the single command processing is terminated. It should be noted that the processing is performed on either the special figure 1 or the special figure 2 according to the command. That is, the effect control device 300 constitutes a start storage display means for performing a start storage notification display for displaying information relating to the start memory by a start memory display (decorative special figure start memory display) corresponding to each start memory.

  If it is determined in step C269 that MODE does not correspond to suspension of a special figure (step C269; N), it is determined whether MODE is probability information (probability information command) (step C271). If MODE is probability information (step C271; Y), probability information setting processing for setting the current probability state is performed (step C272), and the single-shot command processing ends.

  If MODE is not probability information in step C271 (step C271; N), it is determined whether MODE is error / incorrect (step C273). If the MODE is error / illegal (step C273; Y), an error / illegal setting process for performing a corresponding process such as error notification is performed (step C274), and the single command processing ends.

  If the MODE is not error / incorrect in Step C273 (Step C273; N), it is determined whether the MODE is effect mode switching (Step C275). If MODE is effect mode switching (step C275; Y), effect mode switching processing for switching the effect mode is performed (step C276), and the single command processing is terminated.

  If the MODE is not the effect mode switching in step C275 (step C275; N), it is determined whether the MODE is a symbol stop (step C2777). If the MODE is not the symbol stop (step C277; N), the one-shot system command processing ends. If MODE is a symbol stop (step C277; Y), it is determined whether the command is a normal command (step C278). In determining whether the command is a normal command, for example, it is determined whether the target of the decorative special figure stop command is a special figure that is currently changing.

  If the command is not a normal command (step C278; N), the single command processing ends. If the command is a normal command (step C278; Y), stop setting of the corresponding special figure is performed (step C279), and if all the symbols are stopped, the P machine state is set to the special figure stop (step C280). ). Thereby, the fluctuation display of the corresponding decorative special figure fluctuation display game is stopped. The P machine state indicates the current game state. In addition to the special figure stop, the special figure change, the big hit, the small hit, and the like are indicated. The appropriate state is set according to the situation. Is done. Thereafter, the function-adjustable period ends (step C281), and the single-shot system command processing ends. The function-adjustable period is a period in which the output mode of the effect such as volume and brightness can be adjusted. The function adjustable period includes an adjustable period corresponding to each function, such as a volume changeable period in which the volume can be changed and a brightness changeable period in which the brightness can be changed. By ending the function-adjustable period, it becomes impossible to adjust the output mode of the effect such as volume and brightness with the start of displaying the result of the special figure fluctuation display game.

  When the function-adjustable period ends, all items to be adjusted such as volume and brightness cannot be adjusted collectively. it is. For example, it is also possible to end only the volume changeable period so that only the volume cannot be adjusted. The function adjustable period may include a button operation mode switchable period described later. In addition, a period during which the game history can be displayed by operating the effect operation unit 550 and a period during which a menu screen for selecting a setting item can be displayed may be included in the function adjustable period.

[Symbol command processing]
FIG. 24 shows the symbol command processing (step C240) in the above-described received command analysis processing. In this symbol command processing, first, a special figure type (either special figure 1 or special figure 2) corresponding to MODE is set (step C351), and a symbol type corresponding to a combination of MODE and ACT is set. Save (step C352), and the symbol command processing ends.

  The symbol type is a category of symbols such as a missing symbol, a 16R probability variable A big hit symbol, a 16R probability variable B big hit symbol, a 16R normal A big hit symbol, a 16R normal B big hit symbol, a 4R certain variable big hit symbol, and a small hit symbol. It is associated with data. Since the ratio of symbols changes between Toku-zu 1 and Toku-zu 2 (the probability of change is the same), this symbol type setting table is provided separately for each MODE, and data corresponding to MODE from a plurality of symbol type setting tables is provided. Is selected, and a symbol type corresponding to ACT is set with reference to the table.

[Variable command processing]
FIG. 25 shows the variable command processing (step C236) in the received command analysis processing described above. In this variable command processing, first, it is determined whether the special figure type is undetermined (step C361). The special figure type is information indicating whether the type of the special figure is the special figure 1 or the special figure 2, and is information set in step C251 of the above-mentioned symbol command processing.

  If the special figure type is undetermined (step C361; Y), the variable command processing ends. When the special figure type is not determined (step C361; N), that is, when the special figure type is set, the combination of the variable command and the symbol command is checked (step C362), and the variable command and the symbol type are determined. It is determined whether there is any mismatch (step C363).

  When the variation command and the symbol type are inconsistent (step C363; Y), the variation command processing ends. If the variation command and the symbol type are not inconsistent (step C363; N), the variation pattern type is determined from the variation command (step C364). The symbol type means the category of the symbol, and the symbol type includes, for example, a missing symbol, a 16R probable A big hit design, a 16R probable B big hit design, a 16R normal A big hit design, a 16R normal B big hit design, a 4R probable big hit design, and a small There are hit symbols. The case where the variation command and the symbol type are inconsistent is such that an effect is produced as when a symbol command of a 16R probability variation A big hit symbol is received even though a variation command (variation pattern command) of a loss is received. This means that the combination conflicts with the above (combination of the fluctuation command and the symbol type).

  In the process of determining the variation pattern type from the variation command (step C364), the variation pattern type, which is a rough classification of the variation display effect of the special figure, is determined according to the received command. Then, a fluctuation effect setting process for setting information for performing an effect according to the fluctuation command is performed (step C365).

  Next, the special figure fluctuation is set as the P machine state (pachinko machine state) (step C366). Here, the special figure is being changed means that the special figure is being changed (during a demonstration waiting for a customer, during a big hit, or during a fanfare). Further, if the number of prefetching effects (the number of times of prefetching execution) is not zero, the number of prefetching effects is updated by -1 (processing to reduce the number of prefetching effects by 1) (step C367), and the function adjustable period is started (step C368). Then, the variable command processing ends. Thereby, it is possible to adjust the output mode of the effect such as the volume and the luminance with the start of the special figure variable display game.

(Variation effect setting processing)
FIG. 26 shows the fluctuation effect setting processing (step C365) in the above-described fluctuation command processing. In the fluctuation effect setting processing, first, it is determined whether the fluctuation pattern type is the fluctuation without reach (step C381). If the variation pattern type is the variation without reach (step C381; Y), the first-half notice distribution group address table corresponding to the model code, the special figure type, and the effect mode at that time is set (step C382). In addition, since it is a fluctuation without a reach, the symbol type is always a lost symbol, and it is not necessary to particularly refer to the symbol type here. The effect mode corresponds to a game mode managed by the effect control device 300, and naturally depends on the model. Here, there are a normal mode, a probable change mode, a time saving mode, a latent mode, and the like. Further, in each mode, there are provided a plurality of modes in which the distribution ratio of the notice effect and the effect of the decorative special figure variable display game on the display device 41 are different.

  Next, referring to the first-half notice distribution group address table, an address of the first-half notice distribution group table corresponding to the MODE and the number of reservations of the special figure type is acquired (step C383). Thus, in the case of a change without reach, it is possible to change the lottery content of the notice effect (appearance rate of each notice effect mode) appearing during each change according to the number of reservations. Thereafter, the first half notice setting processing for setting a notice appearing in the first half change (step C386).

  On the other hand, when the variation pattern type is not the variation without reach (step C381; N), the first-half notice distribution group address table corresponding to the model code, the special figure type, the effect mode, and the symbol type is set (step C384). Then, referring to the first-half notice distribution group address table, the address of the first-half notice distribution group table corresponding to the MODE and the variation pattern type is obtained (step C385), and a notice to appear during the first-half change is set. First-half notice setting processing is performed (step C386).

  Next, a preliminary announcement effect of the second half change is drawn by lottery. Note that the latter half of the special figure change display game is a so-called reach action (for example, a change display in a special result mode (a special symbol combination) in which a display area other than a specific area in a plurality of rows of the special figure has a big hit). Is stopped and the variable display is performed only in the specific area). On the other hand, the first half fluctuation of the special figure fluctuation display game is a fluctuation display before the start of the reach action.

  First, a second-half notice distribution group address table corresponding to the model code, special figure type, effect mode, and symbol type is set (step C387). The second-half notice distribution group address table is a table for selecting an address of the second-half notice distribution group table. Then, the address of the second-half advance distribution group table corresponding to ACT is acquired with reference to the second-half advance distribution group address table (step C388), and the second-half advance distribution group table is being used (during reach) using the second-half advance distribution group table. The lottery of the appearing notice is performed (step C389).

  After that, the contents of the variable effect corresponding to MODE and ACT are determined (step C390), and it is determined whether the specific effect is being executed (step C391). When the specific effect is not being executed (Step C391; N), the process proceeds to Step C393. If the specific effect is being executed (Step C391; Y), a switching effect is set (Step C392), and the routine goes to Step C393. As will be described later, the specific effect is an effect performed based on the specific memory in the waiting state for the customer, and when the decoration special figure change display game is started from the state in which the specific effect is executed, the special effect is changed to the special special figure. An effect for switching to the display of the variable display game is performed.

  Next, the content of the effect corresponding to the notice lottery result is determined (step C393). As a result, effects such as the fluctuating time of the decorative special figure fluctuating display game and the main reach content, a notice, a display mode of the storage display unit 84 during execution, and the like are determined. That is, the effect control device 300 constitutes an execution-time storage display control unit that controls an execution-time storage display that displays information related to a start memory corresponding to the game being executed.

  Thereafter, a stop symbol setting process for determining a stop symbol with reference to the determined change pattern (such as a reach effect) of the special figure change display game and the content of the notice is performed (step C394). Next, the display setting of the variable effect is performed (step C395), and the display setting of the notice effect is performed (step C396). Through these processes, it is possible to execute an effect or a notice in the decorative special figure variation display game set as described above. Then, a sound number, which is a BGM number, and a decorative number, which is a number indicating the type of effect by the decorative lamp or the like, are set (step C397), and the variable effect setting process ends.

[Special figure pending information setting processing]
FIG. 27 shows the special figure suspension information setting process (step C270) in the above-described single command processing. In the special figure reservation information setting processing, first, the special figure reservation number currently stored for the processing target special figure (special figure 1 or special figure 2) corresponding to the received command is loaded and set as the previous reservation number (step C501), the value of the command is set to the special figure reserved number as the new reserved number of the target special figure (step C502), and it is determined whether the new reserved number and the previous reserved number are the same (step C503).

  When the new hold number and the previous hold number are the same (step C503; Y), the special figure hold information setting process ends. If the new reservation number is not the same as the previous reservation number (step C503; N), the index of the suspension motion control table corresponding to the new reservation number is calculated and saved (step C504), and the scenario layer number 6 is set. Prepare (Step C505). Next, the address of the special figure suspension scenario data table (X reservations) is prepared (step C506), and a scenario data setting process is performed (step C507). By this processing, the display of the decoration special figure start storage display according to the change in the number of reservations and the decoration display (animation) accompanying the display are set.

  Thereafter, it is determined whether the number of reservations has increased (step C508). If the number of holds is increased (step C508; Y), a display pattern of hold normal lighting is set in the color information area corresponding to the new hold number (step C509). As a result, the display in the normal display mode in which the prefetch notice effect is not performed is set for the decoration special figure start storage display corresponding to the start memory generated this time. It should be noted that the prefetch notice effect in the decoration special figure start memory display is set by the prefetch variation command processing. Further, an effect change process for enabling the effect being executed to be changed is performed (step C510), and the special figure suspension information setting process ends.

  On the other hand, if the number of reservations has not increased (step C508; N), that is, if the number has decreased, the special figure prefetch information area is shifted (step C511), and the color information area of the decorative special figure start storage display is shifted. (Step C512), the special figure suspension information setting processing ends. That is, the effect control device 300 forms a start storage display control unit that controls a start storage display that displays information about the start storage stored in the start storage unit (game control device 100).

(Direction change processing)
FIG. 28 shows the effect change process (step C510) in the above-described special figure suspension information setting process. The effect change process is a process that enables an effect that is scheduled when the start memory is increased to be changeable. In the state where the number of start memories is small, the selection ratio of the reach state where the fluctuation time is long is increased to provide a time for the start memory to occur. This prevents the special figure change display game from being interrupted and the interest of the game from being reduced. However, for a player who knows such a situation, it can be understood that the reach effect is not so promising, and by performing such a reach effect after a new start memory is generated, There is a possibility that the interest in the game is reduced due to the fact that the game is redundant. Therefore, in such a case, a change is made so as not to perform the reach effect, so that a decrease in the interest of the game is prevented.

  In this effect change processing, first, it is determined whether the current number of start storages is 2 or less (step C521). If the current start memory count is 2 or less, the reach state is likely to be selected with a long fluctuating time. If the current start storage number is not less than 2 (step C521; N), the effect change process ends. If the current number of start memories is 2 or less (step C521; Y), it is determined whether or not the special figure change display game is being executed (step C522).

  If the special figure change display game is not being executed (step C522; N), the effect change process ends. If the special figure change display game is being executed (step C522; Y), it is determined whether or not the result of the running special figure change display game is incorrect (step C523). If the result is not an outlier (step C523; N), the effect change process ends. When the result is out of order (step C523; Y), it is determined whether or not the change pattern can be changed (step C524).

  The change pattern that can be changed is, for example, a change pattern in which the reliability of a special result is low and the player has no expectation. Here, N reach is a change pattern that can be changed, and SP reach is a change pattern that cannot be changed. Also, the fluctuation pattern without reach does not need to be changed because the fluctuation time itself is not so long, and is a fluctuation pattern that cannot be changed. Of course, the change pattern that can be changed is not limited to N reach, and can be set arbitrarily. For example, a so-called pseudo-simulation in which a plurality of pieces of identification information are variably displayed for a predetermined time in a decorative special-figure variable display game in the middle of a special-figure variable display game, and a unit variation display for temporarily stopping is performed two or more times to derive a result mode. The change pattern of the run may be a changeable change pattern, and the pseudo run may not be performed by the change.

  If the change pattern is not a changeable pattern (step C524; N), the effect change process ends. If the change pattern is a changeable pattern (step C524; Y), it is determined whether the change is in the first half of the state before the reach state is reached (step C525). If the first half is not changing (step C525; N), the effect change processing ends. If the first half is changing (step C525; Y), it is determined whether the reach confirmation has been notified (step C526).

  If the reach confirmation has been notified (step C526; Y), the effect change processing ends. In this case, if a change is made so that the reach effect is not performed, a contradiction occurs with the notice, so the effect is not changed. If the reach confirmation has not been notified (step C526; N), it is determined whether the effect has already been replaced (step C527). If the effect has already been replaced (step C527; Y), the effect change process ends. If the effect has not been replaced (step C527; N), the change in the second half is replaced (step C528), and the effect change process ends.

  By the above-described processing, by satisfying the predetermined condition, the N-reach effect scheduled at the start of the special figure fluctuation display game is replaced. As an effect after replacement, there is an effect without reach in which the fluctuation display is continued without reaching the reach state. Further, a specific effect may be executed instead of simply continuing the variable display. The specific effect may be a special effect that can be executed only when the effect is replaced, or may be a look-ahead notice effect that notifies information about the currently stored start memory.

  Next, an example of such an effect replacement will be described. First, an effect on the display device 41 will be described. As shown in FIG. 29 (a), in the center of the display area of the display device 41, a display for displaying the first decoration game of the decoration special figure variation display game is provided. Here, the decoration special figure variation display game is displayed by variably displaying the identification information in each of the left, middle, and right variation display areas and then stopping the display. At the upper left of the display area, a second decoration game display section 88 for displaying a second decoration game of the decoration special figure variation display game is provided. The second decoration game displayed on the second decoration game display section 88 includes the left area, the middle area, and the right area similarly to the first decoration game displayed on the decoration special figure variation display game display section 85. After the identification information is variably displayed, the operation is stopped and the result is displayed.

  Further, a storage display unit 83 for displaying a decoration special figure start storage display corresponding to the start memory is provided at the lower center of the display area. The storage display unit 83 is provided with a first storage display unit 83a that displays the first start storage and a second storage display unit 83b that displays the second start storage. The decorative special figure start memory display displayed on the first memory display unit 83a is one-to-one corresponding to the first start memory and is displayed side by side in the storage order. Here, there are three first start memories. It is shown that. The decorative special figure start storage display at the left end is the decorative special figure start storage display corresponding to the first start memory stored first, and shifts to the left every time the display is completed.

  In addition, it is possible to suggest the result of the pre-reading such as the result of the special figure 1 change display game and the change pattern corresponding to each start memory by the display mode. In FIG. 29A, a look-ahead effect in which the display mode of the decoration special figure start storage display is changed for the first start memory having the first digestion order is performed. Further, the second storage display unit 83b displays a decoration special figure start storage display corresponding to the second start storage on a one-to-one basis, similarly to the first storage display unit 83a. Here, it is indicated that the second start memory is 0.

  On the left side of the first storage display unit 83a, there is provided an execution storage display unit 84 that displays information about the start storage corresponding to the currently executed special figure change display game. At the start of the special figure variation display game, the decoration special figure start storage display at the left end of the first storage display section 83a or the second storage display section 83b is transferred to the running storage display section 84, and the special figure to be executed is executed. The result of the change display game, the change pattern, and the like are suggested by the display mode.

  In the upper right part of the display area, a start storage number display section 86 for displaying the start storage number is provided. The number-of-starting-storages display section 86 is provided with a first-starting-storage-number display section 86a for displaying the number of first starting memories, and a second-starting-memory number display section 86b for displaying the number of second starting memories. ing.

  When the first start memory is consumed and reduced from the state shown in FIG. 29A, the decorative special figure start memory display at the left end of the first memory display section 83a is displayed as shown in FIG. 29B. The display flowing into the unit 84 is performed. Here, the result of the special figure change display game, the change pattern, and the like are suggested in the storage display section during execution 84 in the same manner as the pre-reading effect. Also, in the start storage number display section 86, the numerical value of the first start storage number display section 86a is decreased by one.

  Then, in the decoration special figure variation display game display section 85, a decoration special figure variation display game corresponding to the special figure 1 variation display game based on the first start memory is started, and is identified in each of the left, middle, and right variation display areas. The variable display of information is started. In addition, in the second decoration game display section 88, a decoration special figure variation display game corresponding to the special figure 1 variation display game based on the first start memory is started, and identification information of the identification information is displayed in each of the left area, the middle area, and the right area. The variable display is started.

  Thereafter, first, as shown in FIG. 29C, the identification information is temporarily stopped in the left fluctuation display area of the decorative special figure fluctuation display game display section 85. In the state of temporary stop, the identification information is displayed so as to fluctuate, indicating that it is not completely stopped. Further, in the second decoration game display section 88, the variable information of the identification information is continuously displayed in each of the left area, the middle area, and the right area. Next, as shown in FIG. 29D, the identification information temporarily stops in the right fluctuation display area of the decorative special figure fluctuation display game display section 85. Here, the reach state in which the same identification information stops in the left fluctuation display area and the right fluctuation display area is reached, and the reach effect is started. Of course, different identification information may be stopped in the left fluctuation display area and the right fluctuation display area and the reach state may not be achieved. Further, in the second decoration game display section 88, the variable information of the identification information is continuously displayed in each of the left area, the middle area, and the right area. As described above, the first half fluctuation is performed until the right fluctuation display area temporarily stops in the reach state, and the second half fluctuation is performed thereafter.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 29 (e), the identification information is temporarily stopped in the middle variation display area of the decoration special figure variation display game display section 85, and the identification information is identified in all the variation display areas of the decoration special figure variation display game display section 85. The information is temporarily stopped. Note that the temporarily stopped state is equivalent to the state in which the variable display is being performed, and here, the state in which the variable display is still being performed. Further, in the second decoration game display section 88, the variable information of the identification information is continuously displayed in each of the left area, the middle area, and the right area.

  Thereafter, when the fluctuating time ends, as shown in FIG. 29 (f), the identification information of the decorative special figure fluctuating display game display unit 85 is stopped, and the result mode is displayed. Also in the second decoration game display section 88, the change display of the identification information is ended in each of the left area, the middle area, and the right area, and the identification information is stopped, and the result mode is displayed. In other words, the first decoration game and the second decoration game are not synchronized from the time when the identification information is temporarily stopped in one variable display area in the first decoration game until the variable display ends and the identification information stops. Become. By doing so, even when the reach effect is not performed due to the effect replacement, the process of changing the second decoration game does not need to be performed, and the process is simplified.

  Furthermore, the special figure fluctuation display game and the decoration special figure fluctuation display game end with the end of the stop time. Accordingly, as shown in FIG. 29 (g), the display of the in-execution storage display unit 84 is erased, and the next decorative special figure change display game can be started. If there is no start memory in the state of FIG. If the result is a special result in the state of FIG. 29 (g), a special game state is set.

  FIGS. 30 and 31 show examples in which effects are replaced. In the example shown in FIG. 30A, there are two first start storage numbers before the start of the special figure change display game, and the second start storage number is zero. From this state, the special figure 1 change display game based on the first start memory is started (t11). With the start of the special figure 1 change display game, the game control device 100 determines a change pattern including a change time, and starts the special figure 1 change display game according to the change pattern. Here, the result is out of order, and N reach is selected as the variation pattern. These pieces of information are transmitted to the effect control device 300 as commands.

  In the effect control device 300, based on a command from the game control device 100, an effect mode, a notice, and the like of the decoration special figure change display game according to the change pattern are determined, and the decoration special figure change display game is started according to the determination. Here, the fluctuation pattern is N reach, and an effect is set in which the latter half fluctuation (t13 to t14), which is the reach effect, is performed after the first half fluctuation (t11 to t13) of the predetermined period. Here, the reach confirmation notice is not selected as the notice.

  During the first half of the special figure 1 change display game, a game ball wins in the start winning opening 36 and is detected by the start opening 1 switch 36a, thereby increasing the first start storage number to 2 (t12). ). With the increase in the number of start memories, the change of the latter half is changed by the effect change process (see FIG. 28), and the N-reach effect is changed to the replacement effect.

  In the example shown in FIG. 30B, there is one first start storage number before the start of the special figure change display game, and the second start storage number is zero. From this state, the special figure 1 change display game based on the first start memory is started, and the first start memory number is 0 (t21). Also, as in FIG. 30A, the result is out of order, N-reach is selected for the fluctuation pattern, and the reach confirmation notice is not selected.

  During the first half of the special figure 1 change display game, a game ball wins in the start winning opening 36 and is detected by the start opening 1 switch 36a, so that the first start storage number is increased to 1 (t22). ). With the increase in the number of start memories, the change of the latter half is changed by the effect change process (see FIG. 28), and the N-reach effect is changed to the replacement effect. Thereafter, during the first half of the special figure 1 change display game, a game ball wins in the start winning opening 36 and is detected by the start opening 1 switch 36a, so that the first start storage number is increased to 2 ( t23). Here, since the effect has already been replaced, the replacement process is not performed.

  The timing of the prize, which is a trigger for the replacement of the effect, is set to fluctuate in the first half, but is not limited to this and can be set arbitrarily. In the case of the N-reach variation pattern shown in FIG. 30C, the timing may be, for example, from the start of the variation (t31) to the timing (t32) at which the identification information temporarily stops in the left variation display area. That is, the timing at which the identification information is temporarily stopped first among the plurality of variable display areas may be used.

  Alternatively, the timing may be from the start of the change (t31) to the start of decreasing the change speed of the identification information toward the timing (t33) at which the identification information temporarily stops in the right change display area where the first half change ends. That is, it may be until a predetermined time before the timing (t33) at which the first half change ends. In the case where the prize winning timing that triggers the replacement of the effect is the end of the first half change as in the above example, the change speed of the identification information is changed toward the timing (t33) at which the identification information temporarily stops in the right change display area. When performing an effect replacement during the period of decline, it is necessary to insert an effect such as sliding the right identification information +1 frame immediately before stopping so as not to reach the reach state. By setting it before it lowers, it is possible to prevent a reach effect from being performed without a sense of incongruity.

  Also, depending on the content of the replacement effect, the effect may be replaced after the start of the reach effect. In this case, from the start of the change (t31) to the timing (t34) at which the identification information is temporarily stopped in the medium change display area, that is, a plurality of effects, The timing may be up to the timing at which the identification information temporarily stops in the last of the variable display areas. In addition, the timing until the timing at which the change of the identification information starts to decrease toward the timing (t34) at which the identification information temporarily stops in the middle fluctuation display area, that is, until a predetermined time before the timing at which all the identification information temporarily stops. good. Further, the time may be set to a predetermined time from the start of the change regardless of the timing of the temporary stop of the identification information.

  Further, the content of the effect to be replaced may be different depending on the timing of the prize, which is a trigger of the effect replacement. For example, if a win is made between the start of the change (t31) and the timing at which the identification information temporarily stops in the left change display area (t32), the effect is replaced so that the reach effect is not performed. In addition, when a winning is made between the timing when the identification information is temporarily stopped in the left fluctuation display area (t32) and the timing when the identification information is temporarily stopped in the right fluctuation display area (t33), the reach effect is performed but the content of the reach effect is performed. Replace In addition, when a winning is made between the timing (t33) when the identification information is temporarily stopped in the right fluctuation display area and the timing (t34) when the identification information is temporarily stopped in the middle fluctuation display area, an effect of notifying the pre-read information about the start memory. May be replaced.

  FIG. 31 shows an example of display on the display device 41 in the example of FIG. As shown in FIG. 31A, first, there are two first start memories, and the second start memory is 0. In this state, the decoration special figure start storage display (the leftmost decoration special figure start storage display) corresponding to the next digested first start memory displayed on the first storage display unit 83a is the reach confirmation advance notice. Has not been done.

  Then, when the special figure 1 variable display game is started based on the first start memory, the variable display is performed on the decorative special figure variable display game display section 85 and the second decorative game display section 88 as shown in FIG. Is started (t11 in FIG. 30A). Further, the decoration special figure start storage display at the left end displayed on the first storage display unit 83a is shifted to the active storage display unit 84. It should be noted that the reach-determination notice is not given as a notice in the executing storage display unit 84 as well.

  Here, the result is out of order and the variation pattern is N reach, and the effect mode set at the start of the decorative special figure variation display game is in the reach state as shown in FIG. As shown in parentheses), an effect mode that ends with the result of the deviation is set. However, in this example, as shown in FIG. 31 (c), a new start memory is generated during the first half change, and accordingly, the second half change is changed from the N-reach effect to the replacement effect (FIG. 30). (T12 of (a)).

  The replacement effect here is an effect in which the reach effect is not performed, and during the period scheduled as the second half fluctuation, the fluctuation display is continued as shown in FIG. 31 (d), and as shown in FIG. The result is stopped and displayed as shown in (e).

  Note that the replacement effect is not limited to the one in which the reach effect is not performed as described above. FIG. 32 shows another example of the replacement effect. For example, as shown in FIG. 32 (a), a notice about the start memory that has already been stored at the start of the special figure fluctuation display game may be given. Further, as shown in FIG. 32 (b), a notice about the special figure change display game based on the starting memory generated by the winning that triggered the change to the replacement effect may be given. Further, as shown in FIGS. 32 (a) and 32 (b), not only a notice of a variation pattern is made, but also a part of a reach effect image or the like based on the variation pattern may be displayed.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 32C, in the replacement effect, an operation reflecting effect capable of changing the effect based on the operation of the effect operation unit 550 may be performed. When the effect operation unit 550 is operated, a notice may be given by changing the display mode of the decoration special figure start storage display as shown in FIG. Of course, when the effect operation unit 550 is operated, a notice may be given by a display as shown in FIGS. 32 (a) and 32 (b). Further, when the effect operation unit 550 is operated, as shown in FIG. 32 (e), the decorative special figure variable display game may be temporarily stopped in the result mode. In this case, the temporarily stopped state is continued until the end of the fluctuation time.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 32 (f), in the decorative special figure variation display game being executed at the scheduled start timing of the latter half variation, the deviation result is temporarily stopped, and as shown in FIG. 32 (g). A notice may be given. Further, the second half variation itself may be performed as planned without replacement, and only the notice performance as shown in FIGS. 32A and 32B may be performed as the replacement performance. Alternatively, a selection may be made by lottery from among the replacement effects listed above, or a selection without replacing the effect may be made possible.

  Also, in the example of FIG. 30B, in the first occurrence of the start memory (t22), the effect is not changed, and the effect is changed based on the fact that the number of start memories becomes 2 (t23). good. That is, the replacement condition may be made selectable according to the number of start memories at the start of the special figure change display game. In selecting the condition, not only the number of starting memories at the start of the special figure fluctuation display game but also a high probability state, a time saving state, a type of the effect mode, and the like may be considered. .

  Further, the effect may be changed at the occurrence of the first start memory (t22), and the effect may be changed at the occurrence of the second start memory (t23). In this case, the effect to be replaced is selected using the same selection table in the effect replacement at the first occurrence of the start memory (t22) and the effect replacement at the second occurrence of the start memory (t23). You may do it.

  In addition, the effect to be replaced is selected using a different selection table in the replacement of the effect at the occurrence of the first start memory (t22) and the replacement of the effect at the occurrence of the second start memory (t23). You may do it. In this case, the effect included in the selection table used in the generation of the first start memory (t22) and the effect included in the selection table used in the generation of the second start memory (t23) are the same, but the selection rate May be different, or some or all of the effects may be different. As a result, for example, a change is made so that the reach effect is not performed by the occurrence of the first start memory (t22), and the prefetch information on the start memory is changed by the occurrence of the second start memory (t23). A change to be notified can be made.

  Further, the selection table used in the generation of the second start memory (t23) may be changed according to the effect replaced in the generation of the first start memory (t22). It is possible to provide a game such that the effect selected in the generation of the first start memory (t22) is promoted and developed in the generation of the second start memory (t23). In other words, the content of the effect replaced every time the start memory is generated can be changed, or can be changed stepwise according to the effect before the change, so that the player is motivated to generate the start memory. It is possible to improve the interest of the game.

  In addition, the effect corresponding to the first half change until the reach state is set to the first half effect, and the effect corresponding to the second half change after the reach state is set to the second half effect, but the present invention is not limited to this. Regardless of the presence or absence of the reach, the first half effect and the second half effect may be divided at a predetermined time, and the second half effect may be changed.

  In the above example, the case where the first start memory is generated during the execution of the special figure 1 variable display game has been described, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the effect can be similarly changed in the case of occurrence of the second start memory during execution of the special figure 1 variable display game. Also, the effect can be changed in the same manner when the second start memory is generated during the execution of the second special figure change display game.

  Also, the effect can be changed in the same manner when the first start memory is generated during the execution of the second special figure change display game, but when the second start memory is preferentially consumed as in the present embodiment. Alternatively, whether or not to make a change may be selected according to the gaming state. In other words, in the time-saving state where the second start memory can be easily generated (specific game state, high probability state in the ordinary figure), the time at which the first start memory generated this time is consumed by the second start memory is delayed. Therefore, the effect may not be changed depending on the occurrence of the first start memory during the execution of the second special figure change display game. In addition, when the time is not reduced, the frequency of occurrence of the second start memory is low, so that the effect can be changed by the occurrence of the first start memory during the execution of the second special figure variable display game.

  In addition, when an effect corresponding to the game is displayed on the display device 41 or the like for the general-floor variation display game, the effect may be changed according to occurrence of the general-figure start memory during the execution of the general-figure variation display game. .

  In addition, the operation of a movable character such as the board effect device 44 provided on the game board 30 or the frame effect device provided on the front frame 12 may be changed according to the occurrence of the start memory. For example, when the starting memory is generated in the first half fluctuation and the effect is changed, and when the movable auditorium is operating, any of the following processes (1) to (3) may be performed. good. (1) Immediately cancel the operation and return to the initial position. (2) Return to the initial position after performing the operation up to the point where the break is good. (3) Execute all scheduled operations regardless of the change of the effect. In the case of the process (3), all scheduled operations may be executed even when the operation extends to a replacement effect or the next decorative special figure variation display game.

  Alternatively, which process to perform may be selected according to the operation to be performed. For example, when an operation is performed in which the movable accessory swings near the initial position, there is no problem even if the operation is executed. When the movable auditorium moves to the vicinity of the center of the display device 41 and performs an operation of returning, the processing of (1) is performed according to the replacement of the effect. In addition, after performing the first operation in which the movable auditorium moves to the vicinity of the center of the display device 41, the second operation is performed near the center of the display device 41, and the third operation is performed. The processing of (2) is performed such that the operation is performed until any one of the end of the first operation, the end of the second operation, or the end of the third operation and returns to the initial position.

  Such a process can be applied not only to a movable character but also to a light emission effect by a lamp or an LED or a sound effect by voice, and by executing any one of the processes (1) to (3). Alternatively, one of the processes (1) to (3) may be selected according to the effect to be performed. For example, it is basically possible to cope with the processing of (1) because there is not much uncomfortable feeling even if the light emission effect is canceled immediately, In the case of a light emission effect, the processing of (2) or (3) is less uncomfortable. Also, if the sound effect is canceled immediately as in (1), a sense of incongruity occurs, and therefore, it is basically preferable to perform the processing of (2) or (3). Of course, it is possible to arbitrarily set which processing is to be performed.

  From the above, when the game is executed based on the establishment of the starting condition and the result of the game is a special result, the inflow of the game ball is detected in the gaming machine generating the special game state advantageous to the player. Possible starting areas (general-purpose starting gate, starting winning port 36, normal fluctuation winning device 37) and starting memory, which is the right to execute the game based on the inflow of game balls into the starting area, can be stored up to a predetermined upper limit number. Start storage means (game control device 100), game execution control means (game control device 100) for executing a game based on the start memory stored in the start storage means, and effect control means (effect) for controlling the effect of the game. Control device 300), and the effect control means can change the effect corresponding to the game when a new start memory is generated during the execution of the game. Therefore, unlike the case where the effect for the new start memory is simply superimposed and executed, a novel effect in which the effect corresponding to the game being executed is changed according to the occurrence of the start memory becomes possible. The interest of the game can be improved.

  The effect control means sets an effect corresponding to the game at the start of the game, and if a new start memory is generated during the execution of the game, the effect control means corresponds to the game set at the start of the game. The effect can be changed. Since the effect whose content has already been determined can be changed, the effect can be changed in various ways, and the interest of the game can be improved.

  In addition, the effect control means can set a first half effect and a second half effect to be executed after the first half effect as an effect corresponding to the game, and perform a new start during the execution of the game and before the start of the second half effect. When the memory is generated, the second half effect can be changed. Therefore, it is only necessary to change each effect in the latter half of the effect, and control processing for the change is simplified.

  Further, the effect control means may not set the second half effect at a predetermined ratio. When the number of start memories is smaller than a predetermined value, the ratio of setting the second half effect is higher than when the number of start memories is equal to or more than a predetermined value. It will be. Therefore, the interest of the game can be improved by the second half effect in a state where the start memory is small, and the game can be prevented from being redundant because the second half effect can be changed with the occurrence of the start memory.

  Next, an effect using the effect operation unit 550 will be described. As described above, effect operation unit 550 includes effect button 25 for receiving a pressing operation input, and touch panel 29 provided on the upper surface of the effect button for receiving a touch operation input. Information based on the operation on the effect operation unit 550 is input to the effect control device 300. The effect control device 300 changes the effect corresponding to the special figure change display game and changes the setting information of the gaming machine such as the volume based on this information.

  When performing an operation reflecting effect of changing the effect corresponding to the special figure change display game based on the operation of the effect operating unit 550, before the operation reflecting period in which the operation of the effect operating unit 550 is reflected in the effect is started. Then, an operation preparation effect for notifying that the operation reflection period is started is performed. FIG. 33 shows an example of the operation preparation effect.

  When the operation preparation effect is started, first, as shown in FIG. 33A, a plurality of first images 91 are displayed, and the user moves so as to gather toward a predetermined position (here, the center of the screen). . Then, when the first images 91 are gathered at a predetermined position as shown in FIG. 33 (b), the first image 91 is changed to a second image 92 imitating the rendering operation unit 550 as shown in FIG. 33 (c). It should be noted that, as shown in FIG. 33C, at the stage where only the second image 92 is displayed, it does not indicate that the operation reflection period has started. As shown in FIG. 33 (h), which will be described later, a state in which an operation instruction display such as a display of “press!” Or an operation reflection period display 93 is displayed indicates that the operation is in the operation reflection period. Become.

  Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 33 (d), a new first image 91 is displayed and moves toward the second image 92 to be integrated with the second image, and as shown in FIG. The two images 92 change. Further, as shown in FIG. 33 (f), a new first image 91 is displayed and moves toward the second image 92 to be integrated with the second image 92, as shown in FIG. 33 (g). The second image 92 changes. Then, as shown in FIG. 33 (h), the display of the operation instruction period such as the display of "press!" And the operation reflection period display 93 indicates that the operation is within the operation reflection period. From here, the operation reflection period starts. In other words, it can be said that the operation instruction display is performed along with the start of the operation reflection period to change to an operation promotion image. By performing such an operation preparation effect, a preparation period for performing an operation can be given to the player. That is, the period during which the operation preparation effect is performed constitutes the operation preparation period. In addition, the first image 91 and the second image 92 can also indicate the degree of expectation, which leads to promotion of the operation of the staging operation unit 550 and enhances the interest of the game.

  The second image 92 includes a second image 92 at a first stage shown in FIG. 33C, a second image 92 at a second stage shown in FIG. 33E, and a third image 92 at a third stage shown in FIG. It changes stepwise in the order of the two images 92. Here, the degree of the step is indicated by the size of the second image 92, but may be indicated by another element such as a color. An operation instruction display such as “press!” Or an operation reflection period display 93 is displayed, and the operation of the staging operation unit 550 is performed according to the type of the second image 92 that informs that the operation reflection period is in effect. Is to be suggested after being reflected. This second image 92 (operation promotion image) is displayed until the end of the operation reflection period.

  That is, the second image 92 of the first stage shown in FIG. 33C, the second image 92 of the second stage shown in FIG. 33E, and the second image 92 of the third stage shown in FIG. At any stage, there is a possibility that an operation instruction display is displayed and an operation promoting image is displayed. The second image 92 in which this stage has progressed indicates that the player is more likely to be in a state of high expectation, such as that the reach is more likely to be developed and that a special result is more likely. It has become. In other words, the operation preparation effect is a suggestion effect indicating an effect after the operation of the effect operation unit 550 is reflected. Note that the second image 92 may be changed for the first time at the start of the operation reflection period.

  The above operation preparation effects are set in the variable effect setting process shown in FIG. When performing an operation reflecting effect of changing the effect based on the operation of the effect operation unit 550 as part of the decorative special figure change display game, a process of determining the contents of the changing effect corresponding to MODE and ACT (step C390). An operation reflection effect and an operation preparation effect corresponding to the operation reflection effect are selected. When the operation reflection effect is performed as a part of the first-half notice executed before the reach state is reached, the first-half notice setting process (step C386) performs the operation reflection effect and the operation preparation effect corresponding to the operation reflection effect. Selected. When performing the operation reflection effect as a part of the second half advance notice executed in the reach state, the operation reflection effect and the operation reflection effect are performed in the lottery (step C386) of the notice appearing during the second half change (during the reach). The corresponding operation preparation effect is selected.

  Also, for example, even if new first images 91 are gathered from the state of FIG. 33 (c) as shown in FIG. 33 (d), the stage of the second image 92 does not progress as shown in FIG. 33 (e). Alternatively, the stage of the second image 92 of FIG. 33C may be maintained. Also, a change in which a plurality of steps progress at a time, such as changing from the state of FIG. 33 (c) to the second image 92 of FIG. 33 (g) after the first images 91 are gathered as shown in FIG. You may do it.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 33 (h), an operation instruction display is displayed to notify that the operation is in the operation reflection period, and after the operation reflection period is started, a new first image 91 is displayed in the operation reflection period. It may be displayed and moved toward the second image 92 to be integrated with the second image 92 so that the second image 92 changes. At this time, the first image 91 may be of the same type as the first image 91 that can be displayed before the operation reflection period, or may be the first image 91 that can be displayed only during the operation reflection period. . For example, the operation instruction display is displayed at the stage of FIG. 33 (c) to notify that the operation is in the operation reflection period, and after the operation reflection period is started, as shown in FIG. 33 (d) to FIG. 33 (g). The two images may be changed stepwise.

  In addition, it is possible to suggest an effect after the operation of the effect operation unit 550 is reflected by the first image 91. FIG. 34 shows an example of the suggestion based on the first image 91. As shown in FIG. 34A, it is possible to suggest by the number of the first images 91. In this case, for example, the larger the number of the first images 91 is, the higher the expectation for the player is. The color of the first image 91 as shown in FIG. 34B, the size of the first image 91 as shown in FIG. 34D, and the shape of the first image 91 as shown in FIG. It is possible to suggest by such as. In this case, for example, the color, size, or shape of the first image 91 can be selected from a plurality of types having different degrees of expectation, and the higher the number of the first images 91 with the higher degree of expectation, the higher the degree of expectation for the player. Be high.

  In addition, as shown in FIG. 34E, it is possible to suggest by the position where the first image 91 is displayed. In this case, for example, the display position of the first image 91 can be selected from a plurality of positions having different degrees of expectation, and the more the number of the first images 91 at the display position with the higher degree of expectation is, the higher the degree of expectation is for the player. Be high. In FIG. 34 (e), the number of the first images 91 at the left position is larger than that in FIG. 33 (b).

  In addition, as shown in FIG. 34F, it is possible to suggest by the operation of the first image 91. In this case, for example, the operation of the first image 91 can be selected from a plurality of operations having different degrees of expectation, and the more the first images 91 of the operation having a higher degree of expectation are, the higher the possibility that the player has a higher degree of expectation is. Try to suggest that. In FIG. 34F, there is a first image 91 that operates linearly and a first image 91 that operates while meandering.

  In addition, as shown in FIG. 35A, it is possible to suggest by the position where the first images 91 are gathered. In this case, for example, it is possible to select from a plurality of positions having different degrees of expectation as the group position of the first image 91, and it is suggested that the higher the group position with a higher degree of expectation is, the higher the possibility that the player has a higher degree of expectation is. To do it. In FIG. 35 (a), the first images 91 are gathered at a position on the right as compared to FIG. 33 (b).

  Further, it can be suggested by the number of the first images 91 gathered as shown in FIG. In this case, for example, it is suggested that the larger the number of the first images 91 to be gathered, the higher the possibility that the player has a high degree of expectation. In FIG. 35B, the first images 91 initially displayed are four, but the number of the first images 91 is three. Further, the degree of expectation may be indicated by the type of the first image 91 that has been collected or the order in which the first image 91 has participated in the collection. Further, instead of a plurality of first images 91 being aggregated, one first image 91 may be changed to a second image 92 at a specific position.

  Alternatively, the type of the first images 91 collected as shown in FIG. 35C may be confirmed. In FIG. 35C, the types of the first images 91 gathered in the second image 92 are shown, but other methods such as displaying a separate image may be used. Further, when the degree of expectation can be reported in the order of gathering, the order may be confirmed as well as the type by displaying the order in the order of gathering as shown in FIG. 34 and 35 are examples, and suggestions may be made based on other events. In addition, it is also possible to apply a combination of those shown in FIGS.

  FIG. 36 shows an example of a display in the case where the operation reflection period ends when the effect operation unit 550 is operated during the operation reflection period or when the operation reflection period times out. As shown in FIG. 36A, the second image 92 may be changed to the disappearance display 94 and disappear with the operation of the effect operation unit 550. The degree of expectation may be indicated by the disappearance display 94 displayed at the time of disappearance.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 36 (b), the first image 91 may be changed so as to change to the first image 91 gathered in accordance with the operation of the effect operation unit 550, and the first image 91 may be diverged. The type and number of the first images 91 to be displayed may be the same as or different from the first images 91 collected when the second image 92 is displayed. If it is the same as the first image 91 collected when the second image 92 is displayed, it can be said that it returns to the original image, and if it is different from the first image 91 collected when the second image 92 is displayed, It can also be said that the image changes to an image different from the original image. Further, the degree of expectation may be indicated by the type, number, operation, or the like of the first images 91 displayed at this time. Further, as shown in FIG. 36 (c), the second image 92 itself may be divided and diverged in accordance with the operation of the effect operation unit 550. At this time, the degree of expectation may be indicated by the mode of division, operation, or the like. Of course, the second image 92 may simply disappear without displaying as shown in FIG.

  In addition, the operation reflection period is ended by operating the effect operation unit 550 during the operation reflection period, and the operation is performed because the effect operation unit 550 is not operated or all necessary operations are not performed during the operation reflection period. The display mode when the second image 92 disappears may be different from the case where the reflection period ends after the time-up. Of course, the same display mode may be used in any case.

  Although the display of the first image 91 is started with the start of the operation preparation effect, the first image 91 may be displayed before the start of the operation preparation effect, and may be aggregated with the start of the operation preparation effect. . For example, the display of the first image 91 may be started at the start of the special figure variable display game in which the operation reflection period is set. The display of the first image 91 may be started in a special figure change display game before the special figure change display game in which the operation reflection period is set. In this case, the operation reflection period is set in the pre-reading symbol-based command processing (step C244) or the pre-reading fluctuation-related command processing (step C246) based on the pre-reading information about the start memory for executing the special figure fluctuation display game in which the operation reflection period is set. The display of the first image 91 may be started when it is determined that is set, or the first image 91 may always be displayed like a background.

  Further, it may be possible to suggest an effect after the operation of the effect operation unit 550 is reflected at the timing when the display of the first image 91 is started with respect to the collected first images 91. For example, in the grouped first images 91, the effect may be expected to be higher as the number of the first images 91 displayed before the start of the special figure change display game for executing the operation reflection effect is increased.

  Also, the second image 92 may be displayed before the start of the special figure variable display game for executing the operation reflection effect. For example, up to the stage of FIG. 33 (g), it is possible to execute the operation before the start of the special figure change display game in which the operation reflection effect is executed. The operation instruction display such as the display 93 can be executed only in the special figure change display game that executes the operation reflection effect. Of course, also in this case, the operation is performed in the pre-reading symbol command processing (step C244) or the pre-reading variable command processing (step C246) based on the pre-read information on the start memory for executing the special figure fluctuation display game in which the operation reflection period is set. The display of the second image 92 may be started when it is determined that the reflection period is set, or the second image 92 may be always displayed like a background. Furthermore, it may be possible to suggest an effect after the operation of the effect operation unit 550 is reflected at the timing when the display of the second image 92 is started.

  Further, the board effect device 44 operable toward the center of the display device 41 may be operable up to the position where the first images 91 are gathered in accordance with the gathering of the first images 91. Further, the degree of expectation may be made different depending on whether or not the board effect device 44 operates according to the set of the first images 91. Further, as shown in FIG. 33B, a part of the first images 91 collected may be made separable, and the number of groups may be reduced to change the degree of expectation for notification. Alternatively, the aggregation and separation may be performed a plurality of times, and the degree of expectation may be indicated by the first image 91 finally aggregated.

  Further, the example in which the first images are gathered and changed to the second image has been described as the operation preparation effect, but a similar effect may be performed in other effects. For example, during the execution of the decorative special figure variation display game, the first image is aggregated in any or a plurality of the left, middle, and right variation display areas to change to identification information forming a second image, and a reach state or a pseudo state is achieved. It may be a ream. Also, a prefetch effect may be performed in which the first image 91 is gathered in the decoration special figure start storage display and changes to the decoration special figure start storage display including the prefetch information forming the second image.

  From the above, it is possible to display an image relating to a game on a gaming machine that executes a game based on the establishment of a start condition and generates a special gaming state advantageous to the player when the result of the game is a special result. Display device 41, operation means for accepting operation (effect operation unit 550), and effect control means for controlling the effect of the game (effect control device 300). The effect control means receives input from the operation means. An operation reflection effect that can be reflected in the effect can be executed, and a suggestion effect suggesting an effect after the operation of the operation means has been reflected can be displayed on the display device 41. This is an effect of two images 92, and it is possible to suggest an effect after the operation of the operation means is reflected by the mode of the first image 91. Thereby, it is possible to give the player a sense of expectation for the operation of the effect operation unit 550, to promote the operation of the effect operation unit 550, and to enhance the interest of the game.

  In addition, the suggestion effect is an effect in which the plurality of first images 91 are aggregated to form the second image 92. The mode of the plurality of first images 91 can indicate an effect after the operation of the operation unit is reflected. It will be. This allows more detailed suggestions.

  The effect control means can set an operation reflection period in which the input from the operation means can be reflected in the effect. In the suggestion effect, the plurality of first images 91 displayed before the start of the operation reflection period are collected. Thus, the second image 92 is displayed before the start of the operation reflection period, and the second image 92 is displayed over the period until the end of the operation reflection period. Thus, it is possible to notify that the operation is in the operation reflection period.

  In addition, the effect control unit can suggest an effect after the operation of the operation unit is reflected, based on the number of the plurality of first images 91 that are aggregated.

  In addition, the effect control unit can suggest an effect after the operation of the operation unit is reflected, based on the types of the plurality of first images 91 that are aggregated.

  Further, the effect control means can select the mode of the second image 92 in accordance with the suggestion contents of the modes of the plurality of first images 91 regarding the effect after the operation of the operation means is reflected.

  Further, the effect control means can change the suggestion content of the effect after the operation of the operation means is reflected by adding the first image 91 to the second image 92 displayed in the operation reflection period. There will be.

  Further, the effect control means can display a part or all of the plurality of first images 91 before the start of the game for executing the operation reflecting effect.

  In addition, the effect control means can suggest an effect after the operation of the operation means is reflected by the timing at which the display of the plurality of first images 91 is started.

  Next, an operation reflection mode based on an operation of the effect operation unit 550 will be described. In the operation reflection effect, the operation of the effect operation unit 550 is reflected in the effect. However, instead of directly reflecting the operation mode of the effect operation unit 550, the effect is reflected in the effect based on the operation of the effect operation unit 550. Is set, and the effect is changed according to the operation reflection mode. FIG. 37 illustrates a pressing operation input and an operation reflection mode based on the pressing operation input.

  In the example of FIG. 37A, the operation reflection period in which the pressing operation on the effect operation unit 550 is reflected in the effect is started (t51), and thereafter, the pressing operation is started and the effect button switch 25a that detects the pressing operation. Is ON (t52). This pressing operation is continued for a predetermined period within the operation reflection period, and the effect button switch 25a is kept ON for the predetermined period (t52 to t57).

  The effect control device 300 sets the operation reflection mode to ON so that only one pressing operation (single-hit) is performed based on the start of the pressing operation and the effect button switch 25a changing to the ON state ( t52). Thereafter, the operation reflection mode is turned off so that the pressing operation is not performed for a predetermined time (t53 to t54), and the pressing operation is completed (t57) from the lapse of the predetermined time (t54) until the pressing operation is completed (t57). The operation reflection mode is set so that a single hit is made at a predetermined interval (t55 to t56) (that is, a continuous hit).

  By keeping the pressing operation of the staging operation unit 550 in a continuous state (long press), the operation is the same as that of continuous tapping, so that the player can easily operate and concentrate on the staging. , The interest of the game can be improved. Further, it is assumed that the player has made a single hit with the start of the pressing operation, and that the player has not performed the operation for a predetermined period thereafter, thereby preventing the player from unintentionally making a continuous hit.

  In the example of FIG. 37B, the pressing operation is started before the operation reflection period in which the pressing operation on the effect operation unit 550 is reflected in the effect is started (t61). At this point, the operation reflection mode is not set to ON because the operation reflection period is not yet set. Then, the operation reflection period is started while the pressing operation is continued (t62). In this case, from the start of the operation reflection period (t62) to the end of the pressing operation (t65), the operation reflection is performed such that single hits are made at predetermined intervals (t63 to t64) (that is, continuous hits). Set the mode.

  That is, as shown in FIG. 37 (a), a period in which no operation is performed for a predetermined period after a single hit is not provided, and a continuous hit is performed from the start of the operation reflection period. By doing in this way, the player who wants to end the operation reflection effect early should perform a long press before the operation reflection period, and can perform control according to the player's intention.

  The start of the operation reflection period can be grasped by performing the operation preparation effect described above. Therefore, only in the case of the pressing operation started during the execution of the operation preparation effect, the operation reflection mode as shown in FIG. 37B is set, and in the case of the pressing operation started before the start of the operation preparation effect, the operation reflection period is set. Even if the operation is started, the operation reflection mode may be a single hit or a state in which no operation is performed. If the pressing operation is started during the execution of the operation preparation effect, it can be assumed that the player intends to perform the pressing operation in order to complete the operation reflecting effect at an early stage, and the operation shown in FIG. By adopting the reflection mode, control is performed according to the intention of the player. On the other hand, if the pressing operation is started before the operation preparation effect starts, it is unlikely that the pressing operation is performed in order to complete the operation reflecting effect at an early stage. By setting only the state or the state where no operation is performed, the control is performed according to the intention of the player.

  In the example of FIG. 37, the pressing operation is completed within the operation reflecting period. However, if the pressing operation is completed after the end of the operation reflecting period, the effect reflecting mode is a continuous tap until the end of the operation reflecting period. Is in a state where no operation is performed. In addition, in the case of an operation reflection effect that is ended by a predetermined number of operations, the operation reflection period ends when it is determined that the predetermined number of operations have been performed in accordance with the operation reflection mode, and the subsequent operation reflection mode is not operated. Not in a state.

  In addition, when the effect operation unit 550 is operated before the start of the operation reflection period as shown in FIG. 37 (b), a notification for indicating to the player that the operation is received is performed. Is also good. For example, when an ally character performs an effect of cutting an enemy character with a sword by operating the effect operation unit 550 during the operation reflection period, the ally character swings the sword by operating the effect operation unit 550 in the operation preparation effect. The production may be performed. That is, an effect display suggesting the effect contents of the operation reflection effect may be performed by the same operation as the operation reflection effect. In addition, by continuing the operation until the operation reflection period, it may be notified that the continuous hit is performed from the start of the operation reflection period.

  In addition, when the operation of the effect operation unit 550 is started during the operation reflection period as shown in FIG. 37A, when the operation is performed after a predetermined time has elapsed from the start of the operation reflection period, the pressing operation is performed for a predetermined time. The operation reflection mode may be set to be continuous from the beginning of the operation without providing a period (t53 to t54) for turning off the operation reflection mode so that it is not performed. Thus, even if the operation is started at a timing close to the end of the operation reflection period, the requested operation is easily completed by being repeatedly hit from the beginning.

  Further, it may be possible to select whether or not to set the continuous hit as the operation reflection mode depending on the operation target. For example, a continuous hit can be set for an operation reflecting effect, but a continuous hit may not be set for an operation such as a change of an effect mode, so that the player can easily perform an operation.

  In addition, the single operation and the continuous operation may be selected according to the operation mode of the effect operation unit 550. For example, the detection result on the touch panel 29 is also used, and when the user touches and presses the left half of the effect operation unit 550, the continuous hit is not set as only a single hit, and the touch is performed by touching the right half of the effect operation unit 550. In such a case, a continuous hit may be set. Further, when the effect operation unit 550 is pressed shallowly, continuous hits may not be set as only single hits, and when the effect operation unit 550 is pressed deeply, continuous hits may be set.

  As described above, a game is executed based on the establishment of the starting condition, and when the result of the game is a special result, the operation means for accepting the operation in the gaming machine generating the special game state advantageous to the player ( Effect operation unit 550) and effect control means (effect control device 300) for controlling the effect of the game, and the effect control means can set an operation reflection period in which an input from the operation means can be reflected in the effect. If the operation reflection period is started in a state where the input from the operation means is continued, the operation means is provided at a predetermined interval from the start of the operation reflection period to the period in which the input from the operation means is continued. This means that it is reflected in the performance as if it was operated. Thus, the operation of the effect operation unit 550 can be simplified, the player can be motivated to perform the operation, and the interest in the game can be improved.

  In addition, the effect control means reflects the input from the operation means started within the operation reflection period to the effect as if one operation was performed along with the start of the input, and also performs a certain period of time from the start of the input. It is assumed that no operation has been performed even if the input has been continued for a period of time. Is operated at every predetermined time shorter than the predetermined time, and is reflected in the effect. Thereby, it is possible to prevent the player from being hit repeatedly against the intention of the player, and it is possible to perform an operation according to the intention of the player.

  Further, the effect control unit can set an operation preparation period for notifying that the operation reflection period starts before the operation reflection period starts, and when there is an input from the operation unit during the operation preparation period, Means that the input has been made.

  FIG. 38 shows switching of the button operation mode. There are two button operation modes: manual and automatic. The manual mode is a mode in which the effect is changed according to the operation of the effect operation unit 550 in the operation reflection effect. On the other hand, the automatic mode is a mode for changing the effect on the assumption that a necessary operation has been performed without operating the effect operation unit 550 in the operation reflection effect.

  As shown in FIG. 38A, the button operation mode can be switched by pressing the effect operation unit 550 for a predetermined mode switching time (for example, 2 seconds) during the switchable period. Note that the switchable period is at least a period that is not the operation reflection period. In this switchable period and in the state where the button operation mode is automatic, the pressing operation of the effect operation unit 550 is started, and the effect button switch 25a for detecting the pressing operation is ON (t71). If this pressing operation continues for the mode switching time (t71 to t72) within the switchable period, the button operation mode is switched to manual (t72). In addition, in a state where the button operation mode is in the manual mode and the button operation mode is in the switchable period, the effect button switch 25a for detecting the pressing operation is turned on (t73). When this pressing operation continues for the mode switching time (t73 to t74) within the switchable period, the button operation mode is switched to the automatic mode (t74).

  In FIG. 38B, when the button operation mode is the manual mode, the pressing operation of the effect operation unit 550 is started (t81), but the time during which the pressing operation is continued reaches the mode switching time. Shows a case where the operation reflection period is started (t82). In this case, even if the time during which the pressing operation is continued within the operation reflection period reaches the mode switching time (t83), the button operation mode is not switched. Further, since the pressing operation is continued before the start of the operation reflection period, the operation reflection mode is set to continuous tapping at the start of the effect reflection period (t82) as in FIG. 37 (b) (t82 to t84). . By giving priority to the operation input for the effect reflecting effect in this way, it is possible to avoid a situation where the operation for the operation reflecting effect is not performed. Then, a switchable period is reached with the end of the operation reflection period (t85), and when the pressing operation (t86) of the effect operation unit 550 newly started in the switchable period reaches the mode switching time, the button operation mode is switched. The automatic mode is set (t87).

  As shown in FIG. 38C, the pressing operation of the effect operation unit 550 is started during the switchable period (t91), but the operation is reflected before the time during which the pressing operation is continued reaches the mode switching time. When the period starts (t92), the shortage time (t92 to t93) which is the time from the start of the operation reflection period (t92) to the time (t93) at which the mode switching time should have been reached is stored. You may put it. Then, when the pressing operation is continued for the stored shortage time from the end of the operation reflection period (t95) (t95 to t96), the button operation mode may be switched.

  In the case of FIG. 38C, the button operation mode may be switched when the pressing operation is continued for the mode switching time instead of the shortage time from the end of the operation reflection period (t95). In the case of FIG. 38C, the pressing operation of the effect operation unit 550 is started in the switchable period (t91), but the operation reflection period is reached before the time during which the pressing operation is continued reaches the mode switching time. Is started (t92), the button operation mode may be switched if the pressing operation is continued for the mode switching time (t91 to t93).

  FIG. 39 shows the adjustment of the volume by operating the effect operation unit 550. The sound volume can be adjusted in a predetermined range (here, five levels from 1 to 5) by performing a sound volume adjustment operation on the touch panel 29 of the effect operation unit 550 during the sound volume changeable period. Note that when the period is a function adjustable period, the volume can be adjusted because the period is also a volume changeable period. The volume adjustment operation includes an increase operation for increasing the volume and a decrease operation for decreasing the volume, and these operations are different from each other.

  As shown in FIG. 39 (a), the volume is not changed even if the volume change operation is performed during the period in which the volume is not changeable (t101). After the start of the volume changeable period (t102), the volume is reduced by one step each time a decrease operation is performed as a volume change operation (t103, t104, t105, t106). Further, each time the increasing operation is performed as the volume changing operation, the volume is increased by one step (t107, t108, t109, t110).

  Further, when the decreasing operation is continuously performed for the specified time (t111 to t112), the volume is reduced by one step at the start of the reducing operation, and the volume is set to the minimum value with the lapse of the specified time. I have. On the other hand, when the increasing operation is continuously performed, the volume is increased by one step at the start of the increasing operation, and the volume is increased by one step at regular time intervals. This can prevent the volume from suddenly increasing.

  FIGS. 39B and 39C show a case where the decreasing operation started outside the volume changeable period is continued after the start of the volume changeable period and is continued for a specified time or more from the start of the operation. Indicated. In this case, the volume is set to the minimum value when the specified time elapses or when the volume changeable period starts, whichever is later.

  In the example of FIG. 39 (b), the decrease operation is started outside the volume changeable period (t121), the specified time is reached outside the volume changeable period (t122), and thereafter, the volume changeable period is started (t123). The operation has been continued since). In this case, since the start of the volume changeable period (t123) is later than the lapse of the specified time (t122), the volume is set to the minimum value at the start of the volume changeable period (t123). In the example of FIG. 39 (c), the decrease operation is started outside the volume changeable period (t131), and the specified time has been reached after the volume changeable period is started (t132) (t133). In this case, the passage of the specified time (t133) is later than the start of the volume changeable period (t132), so that the volume is set to the minimum value when the specified time is reached (t133).

  Although the volume is set to the minimum value by continuously performing the decreasing operation for the specified time or more, the volume may be set to a predetermined value other than the minimum value. Also, in the case of the increasing operation, the volume may be set to the maximum value by performing the operation continuously for the specified time or longer, or may be set to a specified value other than the maximum value. Although the adjustment of the sound volume has been described here, the present invention is not limited to this, and the same control can be performed as long as the output mode of the effect such as the luminance of the display device 41, the lamp, and the LED is adjusted. Further, by performing a predetermined operation such as performing a decrease operation continuously for a specified time or more, for example, the display device 41, the lamp, and the output form of the effect such as the brightness of the LED are all set to predetermined values in addition to the volume. You may do it.

  As described above, a game is executed based on the establishment of the starting condition, and when the result of the game is a special result, the operation means for accepting the operation in the gaming machine generating the special game state advantageous to the player ( Effect operation unit 550), and effect control means (effect control device 300) for controlling the effect of the game. The effect control means can change the output mode of the effect based on the input from the operation means. Based on the fact that the input from the means has continued for a specified time or more, the output mode can be set to a predetermined mode. Thereby, the output mode of the effect can be adjusted by a simple method.

  Further, the effect control means can change the volume as an output mode of the effect based on the input from the operation means, and based on the fact that the input from the operation means has continued for a specified time or more, the sound volume is predetermined as a predetermined mode. It can be set to the value specified.

  Further, the effect control means is configured to increase or decrease the volume according to the operation mode of the operation means, and for the operation of decreasing the volume, the input of the operation of decreasing the volume continues for a specified time or more. The volume is set to the minimum value as a prescribed mode, and the operation of increasing the volume is performed such that the volume is increased stepwise at predetermined intervals over a period in which the input of the operation to increase the volume is continued. It is done.

  Further, the effect control means can set a volume changeable period in which the volume can be changed by operating the operation means, and an operation of decreasing the volume is started before the start of the volume changeable period, and the operation is performed when the volume change is performed. When the operation is continued after the start of the possible period and continues for a specified time or more from the start of the operation, the volume is set to the minimum value when the specified time elapses or the start of the volume changeable period, whichever is later. It is done.

[Direction button input processing]
In order to perform the above control, the processing shown in FIG. 40 is performed in the effect button input processing (step C9) in the main processing shown in FIG. In the effect button input processing, first, the value of the present effect button state area is copied to the previous effect button state area (step C601), and the port state data of the effect operation unit (the effect button 25 and the touch panel 29) is copied to the current effect button state area. (Step C602). Then, state change data of the effect operation unit (the effect button 25 or the touch panel 29) is generated based on the value of the previous effect button state area, the value of the present effect button state area, and the like, and saved in the effect button rising edge area. (Step C603). Here, the reading of the input from the effect operation unit is performed, for example, in a timer interrupt process having a period of 1 ms, and the state is determined by performing chattering removal and the like. Then, in the effect button input processing of, for example, about 33.3 milliseconds cycle, the state of the input from the effect operation unit is confirmed to determine the input content, and the effect switching processing is performed in accordance with the result.

  Next, it is determined whether the touch sensor 29a is in the valid period (step C604). The valid period of the touch sensor 29a is a period during which input using the touch sensor 29a is possible, such as the above-described volume adjustment operation and other operations related to performance. When it is determined that the touch sensor 29a is not in the valid period (step C604; N), the process proceeds to step C611. On the other hand, when it is determined that the touch sensor 29a is in the valid period (step C604; Y), it is determined whether any of the touch sensors has an input (step C605).

  When it is determined that there is no input to any of the touch sensors (Step C605; N), the process proceeds to Step C611. On the other hand, when it is determined in step C605 that there is an input to any of the touch sensors (step C605; Y), a touch sensor control process (step C606) is performed. Then, it is determined whether or not the input content of the touch sensor 29a is determined as a result of the touch sensor control processing (Step C606) (Step C607).

  Specifically, the effect control device 300 has to display, for example, an image or the like prompting a contact movement operation on the effect operation unit 550 on the display device 41 and monitor a plurality of inputs such as a flick operation and a round tracing operation. If an operation that cannot be determined is requested, it is determined that the input content has been determined when it can be determined that the requested operation has been performed based on a plurality of input results.

  Here, the plurality of input results are, for example, the state change data of the effect operation unit generated in each step C603 of the effect button input process performed multiple times within the predetermined input content confirmation period. That is. Further, since the effect button input process is performed at a period of about 33.3 ms, for example, if the input content confirmation period is set to 333 ms, the effect button input process is executed ten times within the input content confirmation period. Ten state change data are generated. Further, the effect control device 300 displays, for example, an image or the like prompting a contact operation on the effect operation unit on the display device 41 and requests an operation that can be determined only by monitoring a single input such as a touch operation. Determines that the input content has been determined when it can be determined that the requested operation has been performed based on the current input result.

  If it is determined that the input content of the touch sensor 29a has not been determined (step C607; N), the process proceeds to step C611. On the other hand, when it is determined that the input content of the touch sensor 29a is determined (step C607; Y), it is determined whether the operation is a volume adjustment operation for increasing or decreasing the volume (step C608). .

  If the operation is not a volume adjustment operation (step C608; N), the input result information of the touch sensor 29a is stored (step C609), and the process proceeds to step C611. Here, corresponding processing such as changing the effect according to the stored input result information is performed. If the operation is a volume adjustment operation (step C608; Y), a volume control process is performed (step C610), and the process proceeds to step C611.

  In Step C611, it is determined whether the push sensor (effect button switch 25a) is in the valid period (Step C611). When it is determined that the push sensor is not in the valid period (step C611; N), the process proceeds to step C614. On the other hand, when it is determined that the push sensor is in the valid period (step C611; Y), it is determined whether there is an input to the push sensor (the effect button switch 25a), that is, whether a pressing operation on the effect operation unit 550 is detected. (Step C612).

  If it is determined that there is an input to the PUSH sensor (step C612; Y), an input result information storage process is performed (step C613), and the process proceeds to step C614. If it is determined that there is no input to the push sensor (step C612; N), the process proceeds to step C614. Then, it is determined whether the button operation mode is the automatic mode (Step C614). If the button operation mode is not the automatic mode (step C614; N), the effect button input processing ends. If the button operation mode is the automatic mode (step C614; Y), it is determined whether or not an operation reflecting effect is being executed (step C615).

  If the operation reflection effect is not being executed (step C615; N), the effect button input process ends. If the operation reflection effect is being executed (step C615; Y), it is determined whether or not it is a predetermined timing at which it is considered that the effect button has been operated (step C616). The predetermined timing is, for example, a timing at which a certain period of time allowing a player to perform an operation has elapsed from the start of the operation reflection period. As a result, before the timing, the operation can be performed according to the player's intention even in the automatic mode, and the control can be performed in accordance with the player's intention. In addition, it is possible to enjoy an effect such as an operation promoting image for prompting the operation of the effect operation unit 550 or an effect such as a background or a lamp at a certain time.

  If it is not the predetermined timing (step C616; N), the effect button input processing ends. If the timing is the predetermined timing (step C616; Y), the input result information corresponding to the effect is stored (step C617), and the effect button input processing ends. By storing the input result information corresponding to the effect, it is assumed that the operation of the effect operation unit 550 according to the effect has been performed.

  Note that the above-mentioned predetermined timing (step C616) is a timing at which a certain period of time allowing the operation by the player has elapsed, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, it may be considered that a necessary operation has been performed at the timing when the operation reflection period ends. Further, in an operation reflection effect requiring a plurality of operations, it may be assumed that an operation has been performed at regular time intervals from the start of the operation reflection period, so that the player can see the effect that the effect changes gradually. . In this case, it is assumed that the first operation has been performed along with the start of the operation reflection period, and that the operation is performed at intervals such that the required number of operations is performed before the end of the operation reflection period. Do. In the same manner as described above, the first operation is regarded as having been performed after a lapse of a predetermined time from the start of the operation reflection period, and at an interval such that the required number of operations is performed in the remaining operation reflection period. The processing may be performed so that the operation is performed.

  Further, the timing at which the operation is considered to be performed in the automatic mode may be indicated. For example, it is considered that an operation has been performed in the operation reflection period display 93 which is a time bar in which a portion displayed in a specific color decreases with the elapse of time in order to visually display a change in the remaining time of the operation reflection period. A mark may be displayed at the position of the timing, and it may be considered that the operation has been performed when the portion displayed in the specific color to the position of the mark decreases. Alternatively, a countdown display may be performed at a timing when the operation is considered to be performed.

[Volume adjustment processing]
FIG. 41 shows a volume adjustment process (step C610) in the effect button input process. In this volume adjustment process, first, it is determined whether the operation is an increase operation (step C621). If the operation is the increase operation (step C621; Y), it is determined whether it is the start timing of the volume changeable period (step C622).

  If it is the start timing of the volume changeable period (step C622; Y), the continuous operation timer is set to 0 (step C625), and the continuous operation timer is updated by +1 (step C626). The continuous operation timer when the increasing operation is being performed is for measuring the predetermined time in order to gradually increase the volume at predetermined intervals over a period in which the increasing operation is continued. On the other hand, when it is not the start timing of the volume changeable period (step C622; N), it is determined whether or not it is within the volume changeable period (step C623).

  If it is not within the volume changeable period (step C623; N), the volume control process ends. If it is within the volume changeable period (step C623; Y), it is determined whether or not the touch sensor state has changed (step C624). If the touch sensor state has changed (step C624; Y), that is, if it is the timing when the increasing operation is started, 0 is set in the continuous operation timer (step C625), and the continuous operation timer is updated by +1 (step C625). C626). If the touch sensor state has not changed (step C624; N), that is, if the increasing operation is continued, the continuous operation timer is updated by +1 (step C626).

  Then, it is determined whether the continuation operation timer has a predetermined value (step C627). If the continuous operation timer has the predetermined value (step C627; Y), it is determined whether the volume is the maximum value (step C628). If the volume is not the maximum value (step C628; N), the volume is updated by +1. Then (step C629), the volume control process ends. The predetermined value of the continuation operation timer includes a case where it is 1, and further includes a value corresponding to an interval at which the volume is increased stepwise. Thus, at the start of the increasing operation, the volume increases by one step, and when the increasing operation is performed continuously, the volume increases by one step each time the increasing operation continues for a certain period of time.

  On the other hand, when the touch operation is not the increase operation (step C621; N), that is, when the touch operation is the decrease operation, it is determined whether the touch sensor state is changed (step C630). If the touch sensor state has not changed (step C630; N), that is, if the decrease operation has been performed continuously, the process proceeds to step C635. If the touch sensor state has changed (step C630; Y), that is, if it is the timing at which the decreasing operation has been started, 0 is set in the continuous operation timer (step C631), and within the volume changeable period. It is determined whether or not there is (step C632). The continuation operation timer in the case where the decrease operation is performed is for measuring the specified time in order to minimize the volume when the decrease operation is continued for the specified time.

  If it is not within the volume changeable period (step C632; N), the volume control processing ends. If it is within the volume changeable period (step C632; Y), if the volume is not the minimum value (step C633; N), the volume is updated by -1 (step C634). Thereafter, the continuation operation timer is updated by +1 (step C635), and it is determined whether or not it is within the volume changeable period (step C636).

  If it is within the volume changeable period (step C636; Y), the continuous operation timer is equal to or more than the predetermined value (step C637), and if the volume is not the minimum value (step C638; N), the volume is set to the minimum value. Then (step C639), the volume control process ends. As a result, when the decreasing operation is performed continuously for the specified time, the sound volume decreases by one step at the start of the reducing operation, and the volume becomes the minimum value as the specified time elapses. In addition, if the decreasing operation started outside the volume changeable period continues after the start of the volume changeable period and continues for a specified time or more after the start of the operation, the specified time has elapsed or the volume changeable period has elapsed. Will be set to the minimum value at the later of the start of the process.

[Input result information storage processing]
FIG. 42 shows an input result information storage process (step C613) in the effect button input process. In the input result information storing process, first, it is determined whether the state of the effect button has changed, that is, the timing at which the operation of the effect button 25 has been started, and whether the effect button switch 25a has changed from OFF to ON (step C651). ). If the effect button state has changed (step C651; Y), it is determined whether it is within the operation reflection period (step C652).

  If it is not within the operation reflection period (step C652; N), a standby flag is set (step C659), and it is determined whether or not a switchable period in which the button operation mode can be switched (step C660). If the period is not the switchable period (step C660; N), the input result information storage processing ends. If it is the switchable period (step C660; Y), the mode change standby flag is set (step C661), and the initial value is set in the mode change timer for measuring the mode change time for changing the button operation mode. Then (step C662), the input result information storage processing ends. In this case, the pressing operation of the effect operation unit 550 is started before the start of the operation reflection period, and when the operation reflection period is started in a state where the pressing operation is continued, the operation reflection period is started. A standby flag is set in order to set the effect reflection mode from the start to a continuous hit state. If it is in the switchable period, time measurement of the mode switching time is started.

  On the other hand, if it is within the operation reflection period (step C652; Y), single hit is set in the input result information (step C653), and the first initial value is set in the interval timer (step C654). Thereby, single hit is set as the operation reflection mode (t52 in FIG. 37). The interval timer is for measuring an interval at which it is considered that the pressing operation is performed in the operation reflection mode. The first initial value is a predetermined time (from t53 in FIG. 37 (a)) that the pressing operation is not performed after the single hit is set as the operation reflecting mode based on the start of the pressing operation within the operation reflecting period. t54).

  Thereafter, if the interval timer is not 0, -1 is updated (step C655), and it is determined whether the interval timer has become 0 (step C656). If the interval timer has not become 0 (step C656; N), the input result information storage processing ends. If the interval timer has become 0 (step C656; Y), single hit is set in the input result information (step C657), and a second initial value is set in the interval timer (step C658). The save processing ends. The second initial value is a value corresponding to the interval between single hits (t55 to t56 in FIG. 37A) when the continuous hit is set as the operation reflection mode.

  If the effect button state has not changed (step C651; N), that is, if the effect button switch 25a has not changed while being turned on, it is determined whether it is within the operation reflection period (step C663), and the operation reflection is performed. If it is within the period (step C663; Y), it is determined whether or not there is a standby flag (step C664). If there is a standby flag (Step C664; Y), the standby flag is cleared (Step C665), and the routine goes to Step C657. In this case, the pressing operation of the effect operation unit 550 is started before the start of the operation reflecting period, and the operation reflecting period is started in a state where the pressing operation is continued. In this case, the flow shifts to step C657 to set continuous tapping as the operation reflection mode.

  If there is no standby flag (step C664; N), the process proceeds to step C655. In this case, the pressing operation of the effect operation unit 550 is started within the operation reflection period, and the pressing operation is continued. In this case, since the first initial value or the second initial value is set in the interval timer and time measurement is being performed, the flow shifts to step C657.

  On the other hand, if it is not within the operation reflection period (step C663; N), it is determined whether there is a mode change standby flag (step C666). If there is no mode change standby flag (step C666; N), the input result information is saved. The process ends. If there is a mode change waiting flag (step C666; Y), if the mode change timer is not 0, -1 is updated (step C667). If the mode change timer becomes 0 (step C668), a button is pressed. The operation mode is changed (step C669), the mode change standby flag is cleared (step C670), and the input result information storage processing ends. In this case, the button operation mode is switched because the pressing operation is continued for the mode switching time.

  Note that the operation in the operation reflection effect and the mode switching operation are the pressing operation of the effect operation unit 550, but these operations may be performed by a touch operation on the touch panel 29. In this case, in the processing related to the operation on the touch panel 29, processing is performed so as to have an operation mode as shown in FIG. 37 or FIG. In addition, although the volume change operation is performed by the touch operation of the touch panel 29, the volume change operation may be performed by a press operation of a button different from the effect operation unit 550. In this case, the configuration is such that the operation of increasing the volume and the operation of decreasing the volume can be distinguished. In addition to the effect button 25 and the touch panel 29, a sensor that detects the presence of an object in the space may be provided, and the same processing as described above may be performed for an operation using this sensor.

  Next, the customer waiting state will be described. The game control device 100 transmits a customer waiting demonstration command to the effect control device 300 when there is no special figure start memory at the end of the special figure change display game and the next special figure change display game cannot be started. The production control device 300 starts the customer waiting state based on the reception of the customer waiting demonstration command. In the customer waiting state, display of a customer waiting demo image and a specific effect described later are executed. That is, the customer waiting demo command forms standby information transmitted when the next game is not started continuously after the end of the game.

  Note that there is no special figure start display memory at the end of the special figure change display game and the next special figure change display game cannot be started, but the effect control device 300 cannot receive the customer waiting demonstration command for some reason. Is not a customer waiting state, but simply a standby state for waiting for the start of the special figure change display game. In the following description, the customer waiting state and the start waiting state may be collectively referred to as a waiting state. Therefore, when there is no special figure start memory at the end of the special figure change display game and the next special figure change display game cannot be started, the game shifts to the standby state regardless of whether the customer wait demonstration command is received. Become.

  FIG. 43 shows a customer waiting demonstration effect in a customer waiting state. Here, a case will be described in which there is no specific memory generated by the passing of the game ball of the specific gate 39, and the specific effect is not executed in the customer waiting state. When the variable display of the special figure variable display game ends and the stop time for displaying the result comes, as shown in FIG. 43 (a), the result is also stopped and displayed in the decorative special figure variable display game. If there is no special figure start memory at the end of the stop time, a game waiting control command is transmitted from the game control device 100.

  For a predetermined period of time after the reception of the customer waiting demonstration command, the state of displaying the result of the special figure change display game is maintained as shown in FIG. 43 (b). After a certain period of time, a customer waiting demonstration image is started as shown in FIG. During the display of the customer waiting demonstration image, the display of the storage display unit 83, the active storage display unit 84, the special figure change display game display unit 85, the starting storage number display unit 86, and the second decoration game display unit 88 is deleted. The customer waiting demo image is displayed on the full screen.

  Thereafter, when a predetermined display time elapses from the start of the display of the customer waiting demonstration image, the customer waiting demonstration image ends, and the display returns to the display illustrated in FIG. Thereafter, the state in which the result of the previous special figure change display game shown in FIG. 43 (b) is displayed for a certain period and the state in which the customer waiting demonstration image shown in FIG. 43 (c) is displayed for the display time are repeated. It has become. Further, when a predetermined power-saving mode transition time elapses from the reception of the customer waiting demonstration command, the mode shifts to the power-saving mode. In this power saving mode, the volume and brightness are set to minimum values. As for the display contents, a state in which FIGS. 43B and 43C are repeated is continued.

  In the start standby state when the customer waiting demonstration command cannot be received, the state of FIG. 43B is maintained without displaying the customer waiting demonstration image. Also, the shift to the power saving mode is not performed. Therefore, after a lapse of a certain period of time during which the display of FIG. 43B is performed from the start of the standby state, the display mode differs between the customer standby state and the start standby state, and both states can be distinguished. Also, both states can be determined by not shifting to the power saving mode. That is, the state in which the display shown in FIG. 43 (b) is performed constitutes a first standby state which starts with the start of the standby state, and the display of the customer waiting demonstration image or the power saving mode shown in FIG. Is in a second standby state, which shifts after a lapse of a predetermined period from the start of.

  Since the function-adjustable period starts with the reception of the customer-waiting demonstration command, it is possible to adjust the effect execution mode such as volume and brightness in the customer-waiting state. On the other hand, in the start waiting state in which the customer waiting demo command has not been received, the function adjustment period is left out of the function adjustable period, and the effect execution mode such as volume and brightness cannot be adjusted. Therefore, even before the fixed period for performing the display of FIG. 43B has elapsed from the start of the standby state, it is possible to determine the customer standby state and the start standby state by performing the volume and brightness adjustment operations. If the display is not immediately after the start of the standby state, the display in FIG. 43 (b) does not shift to the display in FIG. 43 (c) even if the display for a certain period has elapsed. Even before the time elapses, it is possible to distinguish between the customer waiting state and the start waiting state by performing an operation of adjusting the volume and brightness. Therefore, the state of the gaming machine can be quickly determined without waiting for a certain period.

  Next, the specific effect will be described. FIG. 44 shows an example of the specific effect. The specific effect is an effect executed when there is a specific memory in the customer waiting state. The specific memory is generated based on the passing of the game ball through the specific gate 39, and up to four specific memories can be stored. One specific effect can be executed corresponding to one specific memory. The stored specific storage information is displayed on a specific storage display section 49 provided at the lower left of the center case 40. In the specific storage display unit 49, storage displays corresponding to the specific storage in a one-to-one correspondence are displayed in the storage order, and FIG. 44A shows that there are three specific storages. The storage display at the right end is the storage display corresponding to the specific storage stored first, and shifts to the right each time the storage is completed.

  The display of the specific storage display section 49 may be clearly displayed by character information or the like so as not to be confused with the special figure start display memory of the special figure change display game. Further, the specific storage display unit 49 may be arranged at an inconspicuous position such as the peripheral portion of the game area 32 so as not to be confused with the special figure start storage of the special figure change display game. Alternatively, the specific storage information may be displayed on the display device 41 without providing the specific storage display unit 49. In this case, the information of the specific storage may be displayed only in the customer waiting state so as not to be confused with the special figure start storage of the special figure change display game.

  As shown in FIG. 44 (a), when the special figure change display game ends and the result is displayed, and there is no special figure start memory at the time when the stop time of the special figure change display game ends, , A customer waiting demo command is transmitted from the game control device 100. The effect control device 300 starts the customer waiting state by receiving the customer waiting demo command. Then, based on the existence of the specific memory in the customer waiting state, one specific memory is consumed as shown in FIG. 44 (b) to start the specific effect. The display of the specific storage display unit 49 is updated as one specific storage is consumed. Note that the specific effect may be started immediately after the customer waiting state, or the specific effect may be started after a predetermined time has elapsed from the customer waiting state.

  As shown in FIG. 44 (b), the specific effect is a game in which the result is stop-displayed after the identification information is variably displayed as in the decorative special figure variable display game. When this specific effect is executed, the storage display unit 83, the ongoing storage display unit 84, the decoration special figure change display game display unit 85, and the start storage number display unit 86, which are displays related to the decoration special figure change display game, are provided. Clear the display of. However, the display of the second decoration game display section 88 is continued to indicate that the special figure variable display game is not being executed. Alternatively, a display may be made on the start memory number display section 86 to indicate that the special figure start memory is zero.

  In the center of the display area of the display device 41, a specific game display unit 601 for displaying a specific game that is a game in a specific effect is provided. Here, the specific game is displayed by variably displaying the identification information in each of the left, middle, and right variable display areas and then stopping and displaying the identification information. Note that the identification information of the specific game and the identification information of the decorative special figure variable display game are different from each other, so that the execution of the decorative special figure variable display game can be distinguished.

  Above the specific game display unit 601, a game display unit 602 indicating that the specific game is being executed is provided. The game display unit 602 notifies that the specific game is being executed and the details thereof, so that it can be distinguished from the execution of the decorative special figure variation display game. The specific game being executed here is a game to which points are awarded according to the stop result of the identification information, and the game display unit 602 displays “point acquisition game” indicating the content.

  Further, at the lower right of the specific game display section 601, there is provided a possessed point display section 603 for displaying the number of points currently possessed. Note that the possessed point display unit 603 can be displayed even when the specific game is not being executed. With the obtained points, it is possible to obtain a special production effect according to the points, for example, it is possible to customize the production in the game.

  Further, below the specific game display unit 601, there is provided an instruction display unit 604 for performing a display prompting the generation of the special figure start memory. In the instruction display unit 604, for example, "Aim at the starting port" is displayed to notify that the special figure starting display is not stored and the special figure change display game cannot be executed. This is to indicate that it is not a decorative special figure change display game.

  In the specific game, after the identification information is variably displayed for a predetermined time, the identification information is stopped and displayed as shown in FIG. Here, a result mode in which the bell symbols are aligned is derived, and 10 points are given according to the result mode. By deriving the result mode in this manner, one specific effect ends. Here, since a specific memory still exists, a new specific effect is started. If there is no specific storage, the display in the customer waiting state described with reference to FIGS. 43B and 43C is started.

  FIG. 45 shows the identification information of the specific game and the result mode. The identification information includes six types of symbols of “7”, “BAR”, “watermelon”, “cherry”, “bell”, and “replay”, and a corresponding point is given when all of them are aligned. When the replay symbols are completed, the variable display is started again without digesting the specific storage.

  Regarding the result and contents of the specific game, the random number is extracted and stored when the specific memory is generated, as in the special figure change display game, and the result and the content are determined by determining the random number when the specific memory is consumed. Is also good. In this case, a pre-reading effect similar to the special figure change display game can be performed on the display device 41 or the specific storage display unit 49. Further, the result and the content may be determined at the time of digesting the specific storage regardless of the random number. In this case, the random number does not have to be stored when the specific storage occurs. Further, the result and content of the specific game may be determined in consideration of the situation at the time of starting the specific game. For example, the result and contents may be more advantageous for the player as the time from the start of the customer waiting state becomes longer.

  FIG. 46 shows a case where the special figure start memory is generated during the execution of the specific game and the special figure change display game is started. The special figure change display game is a game controlled by the game control device 100, and is started when the special figure start memory is generated regardless of the execution of the specific game. Therefore, the special figure change display game may be started during the execution of the specific game. In this case, the effect control device 300 terminates the specific game and executes the decorative special figure variable display game corresponding to the special figure variable display game.

  As described above, when the special figure change display game is started during the execution of the specific game, a switching effect for switching the game to be displayed is set (see FIG. 26). FIGS. 46 and 47 show an example of the effect for switching.

  For example, as shown in FIG. 46B, a switching effect for temporarily displaying the result of the previous decorative special figure change display game is set, and the special figure start storage generated in the storage display unit 83 and the start storage number display unit 86 is performed. Is displayed, and then the decorative special figure variation display game is started as shown in FIG. As a result, the specific game and the decorative special figure variation display game can be prevented from being confused. In addition, since the result is not derived in the forcibly terminated specific game, one specific memory is provided so that the player does not lose. Of course, the display of FIG. 46B may be simply switched to the display of FIG. 46D without interposing the display of FIG. Further, the specific storage may not be provided.

  Further, after performing a switching effect of displaying the specific game and the decoration special figure variation display game so as to overlap as shown in FIG. 46 (c), the decoration special figure variation display game is displayed as shown in FIG. 46 (d). The display may be shifted to the display. In the state shown in FIG. 46 (c), the second decoration game display section 88 performs variable display to indicate that the special figure variable display game is being executed.

  Further, from the state in which the specific game is being executed as shown in FIG. 47 (a), the execution time of the scheduled specific game is reduced in accordance with the occurrence of the special figure start memory as shown in FIG. 47 (b). Then, after performing the switching effect for deriving the result of the specific game being executed, the display of the decorative special figure variation display game may be performed as shown in FIG. In this case, since the specific game derives the result and ends, the specific memory need not be provided, but may be provided. Also, since the special figure variable display game has been started at the time of FIG. 47 (b), the second decorative game display section 88 may perform variable display. Further, since the special figure start memory is generated and the special figure change display game is started, the instruction display unit 604 for performing the display urging the generation of the special figure start memory may not be performed. Also, after displaying the result of the previous decorative special figure variation display game shown in FIG. 46 (b) after the display of FIG. 47 (b), the display of the decorative special figure variation display game shown in FIG. 47 (d) is performed. May be performed.

  Further, the specific game may be executed as scheduled without being shortened. For example, as shown in FIG. 47, the variable display is performed on the second decoration game display unit 88 while the display of the specific game is continued. In this case, the instruction display unit 604 for performing a display urging the generation of the special figure start memory may not be performed. Then, based on the end of the specific game, the result mode shown in FIG. 47 (b) is displayed, and as shown in FIG. 47 (d), the decoration special figure variation display game is displayed.

  In this case, if the scheduled end time of the decorative special figure variable display game is earlier than the scheduled end time of the specific game, the specific game display unit 601 is temporarily used to display the result of the decorative special figure variable display game. Instead, the decorative special figure change display game display section 85 may be displayed, or the result of the decorative special figure change display game may be displayed only on the second decorative game display section 88. Further, the specific game may be ended before the scheduled end timing of the decorative special figure change display game, and the result display as shown in FIG. 47B may be performed.

  In the display of FIG. 47C, the decorative special figure variation display game and the specific game are displayed in parallel, but two games may be displayed more clearly. For example, the display area may be divided, and one of the areas may display information of a decoration special figure variation display game or special figure start storage, and the other area may display a specific game. Further, as shown in FIG. 46 (c), two games may be executed in parallel while being superimposed.

  FIG. 48 shows an example of an execution mode when a customer wait state is set. In this example, first, the special figure change display game is in the variable display state without the special figure start memory. Correspondingly, the special figure display (the special figure 1 display 51 or the special figure 2 display 52) of the collective display device 50 performs the variable display. In addition, the variation display is also performed on the decoration special figure variation display game display section 85 and the second decoration game display section 88. During the fluctuation display of the special figure fluctuation display game, the period is within the function adjustable period in which the volume and the luminance can be adjusted. Also, no specific effect has been performed. The specific storage number is 2, and the specific storage is added to 3 based on the game ball passing through the specific gate 39 thereafter, and becomes 3 (t151).

  When the fluctuating time of the special figure fluctuating display game ends and the stop time for displaying the result is reached (t152), the fluctuating display is performed on the special figure display, the decoration special figure fluctuating display game display unit 85, and the second decoration game display unit 88. Exit and display results. Further, with the end of the fluctuation time of the special figure fluctuation display game, the function adjustable period ends, and the volume and brightness cannot be adjusted. By ending the function-adjustable period with the start of the stop time in this way, it is possible to prevent the display screen of the display device 41 from adjusting the volume and brightness while displaying the stop result of the decorative special figure variable display game. , So that the result is not obstructed.

  Here, the special figure start memory is not generated, and a customer waiting demonstration command is transmitted from the game control device 100 with the end of the stop time (t153). The effect control device 300 starts a customer waiting state in response to receiving the customer waiting demo command. In addition, a function-adjustable period is started in response to the reception of the customer waiting demo command, and the volume and brightness can be adjusted. If the start memory exists, the customer waiting demonstration command is not transmitted, and at this timing, the special figure change display game is started and the command of the special figure change display game is transmitted, and based on this, the function adjustable period is set. Once started, the volume and brightness can be adjusted. Also, if the customer waiting demo command cannot be received, the standby state is entered and the function-adjustable period is not started, so that the volume and brightness cannot be adjusted.

  With the start of the customer waiting state, a specific effect based on the specific memory is started (t153). Accordingly, the specific storage number is subtracted to be 2. After that, the game ball has passed through the specific gate 39, and the specific storage is added to be 3 (t154). Then, when the scheduled execution time elapses from the start of the specific effect, the specific effect ends (t155), and a new specific effect is started based on the specific storage (t156). Accordingly, the specific storage number is subtracted to be 2.

  During the execution of the specific effect, a special figure start memory is generated (t157), and the special figure change display game is started based on the special figure start memory (t158). In the special figure display, the variable display is started with the start of the special figure variable display game. Further, at the start of the special figure change display game, a change command including information on the special figure change display game is transmitted from the game control device 100 to the effect control device 300.

  The decoration special figure change display game display section 85 and the second decoration game display section 88 do not immediately start the change display, and change from the timing (t159) at which the switching effect as shown in FIG. Display is started. The specific effect ends with the start of the special figure change display game (t159). Here, as shown in FIG. 46B, the process ends without deriving the result of the specific effect, and the specific storage is added at this timing.

  Note that the timing of starting the fluctuation on the special figure display is always at the start of the special figure fluctuation display game, but the fluctuation start timing of the decoration special figure fluctuation display game display section 85 and the second decoration game display section 88 and the specific effect Is different depending on which of the display modes shown in FIGS. 46 and 47 is used. For example, in the case of the display mode shown in FIG. 46 (c), the change start timing of the decoration special figure change display game display section 85 and the second decoration game display section 88 is at the start of the special figure change display game (t158). Becomes The end timing of the specific effect is the end timing of the switching effect (t159).

  In the case of performing the switching effect shown in FIG. 46 (c) or FIG. 47, the end of the specific effect is after the start of the special figure change display game, and thus the specific effect and the special figure change display game are executed in an overlapping manner. The Rukoto. In addition, in these switching effects, the effect in the customer waiting state is continued as a part of the effect of the special figure change display game. In this way, a part or all of the effect in the waiting state for customers is continued as a part of the effect of the special figure change display game. It is possible to switch without it.

  In addition, when the effect in the customer waiting state is continued as a part of the effect of the special figure change display game, the present invention is not limited to the case where the specific effect is executed as described above. For example, an effect in a state in which the result of the decorative special figure variation display game is stopped as shown in FIG. 49A, or in a state in which a customer waiting demonstration image is displayed as shown in FIG. 49B. The display 620 may be continued as a part of the effect of the special figure variable display game as shown in FIGS. 49 (c) and (d). Further, as shown in FIG. 49 (c), the effect may be a simple special figure change display game, or as a special effect change display game as shown in FIG. 49 (d).

  In addition, when performing a continuous effect of performing a continuous effect over a plurality of special figure variation display games, it is necessary to start from a state in which a plurality of start memories are present. In the special figure change display game started from the waiting state for customers, by performing the second stage effect following this, it is possible to execute the same effect as the continuous effect even if there are no multiple start memories. Become.

  That is, when the special figure change display game is started from the customer waiting state, part or all of the effects in the customer wait state can be executed as the special figure change display game effect. In addition, the effect in the customer waiting state and the effect of the special figure change display game started from the customer waiting state are associated with each other, so that a continuous effect can be executed in the customer waiting state and the special figure change display game. Becomes

  Also, as shown in FIG. 48, since the function adjustable period is started upon reception of the customer waiting demo command, the volume and brightness cannot be adjusted even when the special figure variable display game is not executed. Can be confirmed that the customer waiting demo command was missed. Also, if the customer waiting demo command is not received, the specific effect is not executed even if there is a specific memory, the customer waiting demo image is not displayed, and the mode does not shift to the power saving mode. As a result, it is possible to ascertain that the customer waiting demo command has been missed.

  Also, although the volume and brightness cannot be adjusted even though the special figure change display game is not running, the customer waiting demo command is normal if the customer waiting demo image is displayed or the mode is switched to the power saving mode. Can be confirmed, but a problem has occurred for other reasons. That is, the state of the gaming machine can be grasped from the propriety of operation and the display mode. In recent years, the number of clerks at the game store has decreased due to the introduction of a counter for each machine, and the burden on the clerks can be reduced by enabling the state of the failure of the gaming machine to be quickly determined.

  Note that the start and end timings of the function adjustable period can be set arbitrarily. For example, the effect control device 300 may also be able to confirm the rotation operation of the operation unit 24 and the detection signal from the touch sensor provided on the operation unit 24, and the function adjustable period may be started or ended in response to these. . Further, the function-adjustable period may be started or ended when a specific command is received. Further, during the variable display, the function adjustment period may be set outside the function adjustment period and the stop time may be set as the function adjustment period. Further, a period from the start of the variable display to a predetermined timing during the variable display may be set as the function adjustable period.

  Further, the function adjustable period may be set according to the progress of the effect of the special figure change display game. For example, in order to ensure the visibility of the reach effect in the reach state, the period in the reach state may be outside the function adjustable period. Further, the operation reflection period in which the effect can be changed based on the operation of the effect operation unit 550 may be outside the function adjustable period. Further, a predetermined period before the start of the operation reflection period or a predetermined period after the end of the operation reflection period may be set to be outside the function adjustable period. In these periods, there is a possibility that the operation for the operation reflection effect and the operation for the function adjustment may be confused, and therefore, an unintended operation can be prevented by setting the operation outside the function adjustable period. Further, the period during which a menu display that can be used only while waiting for a customer, such as browsing the history of big hits, may be set to be outside the function-adjustable period. That is, the function adjustable period may be started or ended according to the state of the game.

  In addition, when the volume, brightness, and the like are being adjusted during the function adjustable period, an adjustment screen for indicating these states is displayed on the display device 41, and the result of the special figure change display game is stopped and displayed. Although the adjustment screen was not displayed outside the function adjustable period during the period or the reach state, etc., if the adjustment screen does not reduce the visibility of the display related to the game, the function can be operated even during these periods. It may be within the adjustable period.

  In this case, for example, during a period in which the result of the special figure change display game is stopped and displayed, the adjustment screen is displayed at a position that does not overlap the display area of the result. In addition, in the reach state, the adjustment screen is displayed at a position that does not overlap the display area of the reach effect. When the reach effect is displayed on the entire screen, the adjustment screen is displayed in an area in which the display with low importance is performed in the effect. When these periods are started while the adjustment screen is being displayed, the adjustment screen is moved. For example, if the adjustment screen whose display has been started during the variable display is continuously displayed during the stop display, the adjustment screen is moved to a position that does not overlap the display area of the result with the start of the stop display. In these periods, the volume and brightness can be adjusted, but the adjustment screen may not be displayed to prevent the visibility of necessary information from lowering.

  Further, the position of the adjustment screen is not limited to the above period, and the position of the adjustment screen may be determined according to the content of another display, or the position of the adjustment screen may be moved according to the transition of the content of another display. good. In addition, it may be determined whether or not to display the adjustment screen in front of the other displays according to the importance of another display that overlaps with the adjustment screen.

  Based on the above, based on the establishment of the start condition, a game in which the identification information is variably displayed is executed, and when the result of the game is a special result, the gaming machine which generates a state advantageous to the player is provided. Display device 41 capable of displaying a display relating to the display device, effect control means (effect control device 300) for controlling the display of the display device 41, and operation means (effect operation section 550) operable by a player. The control means is capable of switching between a state in which the output mode of the effect in the game can be adjusted and a state in which the output mode of the effect in the game cannot be adjusted based on the satisfaction of the predetermined condition. The output mode of the effect can be adjusted in accordance with the operation of, and when the output mode of the effect is being adjusted by the operating means, an adjustment screen indicating the state of the output mode of the effect is displayed on the display device 41. Configured urchin, in a period for displaying the results of the game in the game, and it has to be an adjustment is not possible states of the effect of the output mode. Therefore, it is possible to prevent a decrease in visibility of necessary information.

  Further, the effect control means is configured to make it impossible to adjust the output mode of the effect during a period in which the predetermined effect is executed in the game. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the required display visibility from being lowered.

  Further, during the period in which the result of the game is displayed in the game, the effect control means displays the adjustment screen indicating the state of the output mode of the effect so as not to overlap the display of the result of the game. . Further, during a period in which a predetermined effect is performed in the game, the adjustment screen indicating the state of the output mode of the effect is displayed so as not to overlap the display of the result of the game. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the required display visibility from being lowered.

[Customer waiting demo setting process]
In order to perform the processing in the customer waiting state as described above, the processing shown in FIG. 50 is performed in the customer waiting demonstration setting processing (step C268) in the single command processing shown in FIG. In this customer waiting demonstration setting process, first, customer waiting scenario data is set (step C701). As shown in FIG. 43 (b), the customer waiting scenario data displays the result of the previous special figure change display game for a certain period of time, and the customer waiting demonstration image shown in FIG. 43 (c) for a display time. It is scenario data that repeats the state of performing.

  Next, the status of the P machine is set to waiting for a customer (step C702), and an initial value is set to the power saving mode transition timer (step C703). Then, a function-adjustable period is started (step C704), and the customer waiting demonstration setting process ends. Thereby, it is possible to adjust the output mode of the effect such as the volume and the brightness with the start of the customer waiting state. Note that, in the start standby state in which the process shifts when the customer wait demonstration command cannot be received, the customer wait demonstration setting process is not performed, and the function adjustable period ends with the start of the stop time of the special figure change display game. In this state, the output mode of the effect cannot be adjusted.

[Customer waiting process]
FIG. 51 shows a customer waiting process (step C20) in the main process shown in FIG. In this customer waiting process, first, it is determined whether the machine P is waiting for a customer (step C711). If the machine is not waiting for a customer (step C711; N), the process proceeds to step C718. If a customer is waiting (step C711; Y), it is determined whether there is a power saving mode flag (step C712).

  If there is a power saving mode flag (step C712; Y), that is, if it is the power saving mode, the process proceeds to step C717. If there is no power saving mode flag (step C712; N), if the power saving mode transition timer is not 0, −1 is updated (step C713), and it is determined whether the power saving mode transition timer is 0 (step C714). .

  If the power-saving mode transition timer is not 0 (step C714; N), that is, if the power-saving mode transition time has not elapsed since the reception of the customer waiting demonstration command, the process proceeds to step C717. When the power-saving mode transition timer is 0 (step C714; Y), that is, when the power-saving mode transition time has elapsed since the reception of the customer waiting demonstration command, the mode is shifted to the power-saving mode (step C715), and the power-saving mode flag is set. After setting (Step C716), the process proceeds to Step C717.

  Next, a specific effect control process for controlling the execution of the specific effect is performed (step C717), and it is determined whether or not there is a detection at the specific gate (step C718). If there is no detection at the specific gate (Step C718; N), the customer waiting process ends. If there is a detection at the specific gate (Step C718; Y), the specific storage is not the upper limit value (Step C719; N), the specific storage is updated by +1 (Step C720), and the customer waiting process ends. I do.

  In this case, the specific gate 39 for generating the specific memory is provided. However, the specific memory may be generated based on a winning such as the start winning port 36. Further, a specific memory may be generated based on a winning in a predetermined gaming state, for example, a winning in the special variable winning device 38 in a small hit.

(Specific production control processing)
FIG. 52 shows the specific effect control process (step C717) in the customer waiting process shown in FIG. In the specific effect control process, first, it is determined whether the specific effect is being executed (step C731). When the specific effect is not being executed (Step C731; N), the process proceeds to Step C734. When the specific effect is being executed (step C731; Y), if the specific effect timer for managing the execution time of the specific effect is not 0, -1 is updated (step C732), and the specific effect timer is 0. Is determined (step C733).

  If the specific effect timer is not 0 (step C733; N), the specific effect control process ends. If the specific effect timer is 0 (step C733; Y), it is determined whether there is a specific storage (step C734). If there is no specific storage (step C734; N), it is determined whether the customer waiting scenario data has been set (step C735).

  If the customer waiting scenario data has not been set (step C735; N), the customer waiting scenario data is set (step C736), and the specific effect control process ends. In this case, it is the timing when the specific effect ends without the specific memory, and the customer waiting scenario data is set to start the customer waiting demonstration effect. If the customer waiting scenario data has been set (step C735; Y), the specific effect control process ends. In this case, it is a state where the demonstration effect waiting for the customer is continuously executed, not at the timing when the specific effect ends.

  On the other hand, when there is the specific storage (step C734; Y), the specific effect scenario data corresponding to the specific storage to be digested is set (step C737). Then, the time value corresponding to the set specific effect is set in the specific effect timer (step C738), the specific memory is updated by -1 (step C739), and the specific effect control process ends. Thus, a new specific effect corresponding to the specific storage is started.

  The information of the specific storage and the specific effect may be displayed on a display device different from the display device 41 so as not to be confused with the special figure change display game or the special figure start storage of the special figure change display game. . Further, the specific effect may be forcibly terminated based on the operation of the effect operation unit 550. In this case, the process may be terminated without deriving the result, or the result may be derived and terminated. Further, it may be possible to set in advance so as not to execute the specific effect based on the operation of the effect operation unit 550.

  Also, in order to prevent the specific effect from being executed when the player finishes the game or temporarily leaves the seat, the presence of the player is monitored and the specific effect is performed only when the player exists. Is also good. For example, the rotation control of the operation unit 24 and a detection signal from a touch sensor provided in the operation unit 24 can be confirmed by the effect control device 300, and the presence or absence of a player can be detected. Further, when the specific effect is started for the first time after the start of the customer waiting state, a display for confirming whether to execute the specific effect is displayed to the player, and the intention of the specific effect can be confirmed by operating the effect operation unit 550 or the like. In such a case, the specific effect may be started.

  Although the specific effect is performed in the customer waiting state in which the special figure change display game is not executed, the specific effect may be executed in other cases. For example, in the time-saving state, the general figure change display game ends without the general figure start memory, or the general figure hit state (the normal fluctuation winning device 37 is opened) without the general figure start memory ends. In that case, a specific effect may be performed.

  In addition, a specific effect may be executed even in a state other than the customer waiting state. For example, during the execution of the special figure change display game, the specific effect may be executed in parallel with the special figure change display game, or the specific effect may be executed in the special game state. In particular, in gaming machines in which the special figure start memory is generated continuously, there are few opportunities to enter the customer waiting state, so if the customer waiting state has not occurred for a certain period of time, even if it is not in the customer waiting state, a specific effect May be executed.

  The specific effect is a specific game in which points are given according to the result, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, it is also possible to provide a benefit other than a point, such as an increase in the number of characters appearing according to the result or display of a privilege image. Further, instead of executing a game such as a specific game, a benefit in the effect may be provided in accordance with the specific storage.

  In addition, a game may be described as a specific effect, instead of a game such as a specific game. FIG. 53 shows an example of a display when a game description is given as a specific effect. As shown in FIG. 53 (a), when the special figure change display game ends and the result is displayed, and when the special figure start memory does not exist when the stop time of the special figure change display game ends, , A customer waiting demo command is transmitted from the game control device 100. Here, three specific memories are present, and the specific storage display section 49 indicates that fact.

  The effect control device 300 starts the customer waiting state by receiving the customer waiting demo command. Then, based on the existence of the specific memory in the customer waiting state, one specific memory is consumed as shown in FIG. 53 (b) to start the specific effect. The display of the specific storage display unit 49 is updated as one specific storage is consumed. Note that the specific effect may be started immediately after the customer waiting state, or the specific effect may be started after a certain period of time has elapsed after the customer waiting state.

  As shown in FIG. 53 (b), in the specific effect, an explanation display 605 for explaining the game is displayed. Here, in the explanation display 605, it is described that a special result is highly likely to be displayed when a red display is made on the storage display unit 83 or the ongoing storage display unit 84. The explanation display 605 ends after being displayed for a predetermined time. Here, since the specific storage exists, the specific storage is exhausted and a new explanation display 605 is started as shown in FIG.

  In the explanation display shown in FIG. 53C, a demonstration image of SP3 reach is displayed, and it is explained that if the reach is developed, it is highly likely that a special result will be obtained. In addition, the game description can also be ended in the middle by operating the staging operation unit 550, but if the game is viewed to the end without being stopped halfway, a staging profit such as the provision of points may be provided. good. Here, since the game description in FIG. 53 (b) is not ended halfway, 10 points are awarded before shifting to FIG. 53 (c).

  FIG. 54 shows a case where the special figure start memory is generated during the execution of the specific effect for explaining the game and the special figure change display game is started. When the special figure start memory is generated and the special figure change display game is started in a state where the game is explained as the specific effect as shown in FIG. 54 (a), the decoration is made as shown in FIG. 54 (b). The display shifts to the display of the special figure change display game. In this case, the explanation display 605 continues to be displayed until a predetermined time elapses. At this time, the explanation display 605 may be moved to a position that does not hinder the display of the information necessary for the game, such as the display of the decorative special figure change display game.

  Note that the explanation display 605 may be ended with the start of the special figure change display game. Further, as shown in FIG. 46B, a switching effect for temporarily displaying the result of the previous decorative special figure variation display game may be set. When the explanation display 605 accompanied by the demonstration image as shown in FIG. 53C is performed as the explanation display 605, the decoration special figure is displayed on the second decoration game display unit 88 until the end of the demonstration image. It is also possible to only display the variable display game.

  In addition, instead of a game such as a specific game, a special figure variation display game to be executed next may be given as a specific effect. FIG. 55 shows an example of a case where a notice is given. As shown in FIG. 55 (a), in the game control device 100, a variation pattern selected in advance according to the number of games from the end of the special game state is determined. That is, the number of games from the end of the special game state is counted, and when the number of games reaches a predetermined number, a table that can select only a predetermined variation pattern is used. The selected fluctuation pattern is selected. For example, in the 150th special figure change display game after the end of the special game state, SP1 reach is always achieved.

  In addition, the effect control device 300 also counts the number of games from the end of the special game state, and when the specific effect is executed before the predetermined variation pattern reaches the number of games to be selected as shown in FIG. Gives advance notice of the fluctuation pattern in the specific effect.

  The notice can be made in stages according to the progress of the specific effect. For example, as shown in FIG. 55 (b), in the first specific effect, a notice that is not clearly notified until reaching is reached is given, and in the subsequent second specific effect, as shown in FIG. 55 (c), Notify that you will be reach. Further, in the subsequent third specific effect, it is notified that SP reach is performed as shown in FIG. 55 (d). By providing stepwise notification in this manner, it is possible to provide more advantageous information to the player as the period during which the special figure start memory does not occur becomes longer, and to reduce dissatisfaction with the absence of the special figure start memory. Can be.

  FIGS. 55 (b) to 55 (d) show an example in which the special figure change display game based on the next special figure start-up memory has a predetermined change pattern. If the special-figure variation display game based on the special-figure start memory has a predetermined variation pattern, a notification to that effect may be given.

  Based on the above, based on the establishment of the start condition, a game in which the identification information is variably displayed is executed, and when the result of the game is a special result, the gaming machine which generates a state advantageous to the player is provided. Effect control means (effect control device 300) for controlling the effect of the game, the effect control means can store a specific memory which is a right to execute a specific effect based on establishment of a predetermined condition, and continuously after the game is over. If the next game is not started and the specific memory exists, the specific effect is executed based on the specific memory. Therefore, even in a state where the starting memory does not exist, the interest of the game can be enhanced.

  Further, a detection section (specific gate 39) capable of detecting a game ball is provided in the game area 32 in which the game ball can flow down, and the effect control means satisfies a predetermined condition based on detection of the game ball by the detection section. This means that the specific memory is generated. Therefore, even in a state where the starting memory does not exist, the interest of the game can be enhanced.

  A game control means (game control device 100) for controlling the game in a comprehensive manner, the game control means being capable of storing up to a predetermined upper limit a start memory, which is a right to execute a game based on establishment of a start condition. (Game control device 100), if there is no start memory after the game is over, the standby information (customer wait demo command) is transmitted to the effect control means after the game is over, and the effect control means Is received and the specific memory is present, the specific effect is executed based on the specific memory. Therefore, even in a state where the starting memory does not exist, the interest of the game can be enhanced. In addition, it is possible to easily confirm that the waiting information has been received.

  A game in which the identification information is variably displayed based on the establishment of the start condition, and when the result of the game is a special result, a game machine that generates a state advantageous to the player and controls the game as a whole. Game control means (game control device 100), effect control means (effect control device 300) for controlling game effects based on information from the game control means, and operation means (effect operation unit 550) operable by the player. The game control means transmits standby information (customer wait demo command) to the effect control means after the game is over, if the next game is not started continuously after the end of the game, and the effect control means Is capable of adjusting the output mode of the effect in accordance with the operation of the operating means, switching between a state in which the output mode of the effect can be adjusted based on the satisfaction of a predetermined condition and a state in which the output mode of the effect cannot be adjusted, and ending the game. Until the next game is started, regardless of whether or not the standby information has been received, the system shifts to the standby state to wait for the start of the next game, and receives the standby information after the end of the game that triggers the start of the standby state In the standby state, the output state of the effect can be adjusted in the standby state, and when the standby information has not been received after the end of the game that is the start of the standby state, the output of the effect in the standby state. This means that the state cannot be adjusted. Therefore, it is possible to determine whether or not the standby information has been received based on whether or not the output mode of the effect can be adjusted, and the state of the gaming machine can be easily grasped.

  In addition, the effect control means starts the first standby state with the start of the standby state, and after the elapse of a predetermined period from the start of the standby state, can determine from the outside of the gaming machine that the state is different from the first standby state. When the standby information is received after the end of the game which triggers the start of the standby state, the standby state is received, and after the elapse of a predetermined period from the start of the standby state, the state shifts to the second standby state. On the other hand, if the standby information has not been received after the end of the game that triggers the start of the standby state, the state does not shift to the second standby state even if a predetermined period has elapsed since the start of the standby state. Therefore, it is possible to determine whether or not the standby information has been received based on whether or not the state has shifted to the second standby state, and it is easy to grasp the state of the gaming machine.

  Next, a display mode of the effect on the display device 41 will be described. On the display device 41, various displays such as display of information on start-up memory, display of a decorative special figure variation display game, background display, and effect display according to the progress of the game are performed. Startup memory information and decoration special figure variation display games are displayed so as to overlap the front side of the background display and effect display, so that the player can always check it, but the visibility is superimposed by overlapping the background display and effect display. May decrease. Therefore, in order to always be able to clearly recognize predetermined specific displays such as information on special figure start storage and a decorative special figure variable display game, a specific area surrounding them is provided to enhance visibility. .

  FIG. 56A shows an example of a display mode during the execution of the special figure change display game. The effect display according to the progress of the background display and the special figure change display game can be displayed in the effect display area indicated by hatching in the figure. A storage display section 83, a start storage number display section 86, a running storage display section 84, a decoration special figure change display game display section 85, and a second decoration game display section 88 are provided so as to overlap the front side of the effect display area.

  Of these, the storage display unit 83, the start storage number display unit 86, the running storage display unit 84, and the second decoration game display unit 88 are indicated by hatched specific areas 610 so as to surround the information displayed by them. Is provided. A background display and an effect display are not displayed in the specific area 610, thereby preventing the visibility of the information from being reduced by the background display and the effect display. In addition, although the specific area 610 is not provided in the decorative special figure change display game display section 85, the identification information displayed here is sufficiently large, and the visibility is ensured even if it overlaps with the background display or the effect display. The specific region 610 is not provided because it is possible. Of course, the specific area 610 may be provided.

  In addition, the color of the specific display and the color of the specific area 610 are different from each other in each display unit, so that the visibility of the specific display arranged in the specific area 610 is ensured. When a plurality of types of specific display colors are included in the specific display that can be displayed, for example, the identification information that forms the specific display on the second decoration game display unit 88, all the colors of each display are displayed in the specific display. Color. At this time, when a plurality of colors are included in one display such as identification information, the color that occupies the largest area in the display is the color of the display. The color of the specific area 610 is different from the color of the specific display determined in this way.

  For example, the identification information that makes a specific display on the second decoration game display unit 88 includes a red probable design and a normal blue design, and the color of the specific area 610 is green, which is a color other than red and blue. By using black or white, visibility of the specific display can be ensured.

  When such a color relationship is defined in a pure color hue circle, a color in a range excluding at least a range of +30 degrees to −30 degrees from a color of a specific display in the hue circle is set as a color of the specific region 610, and preferably a specific display The color excluding the range of +60 degrees to −60 degrees from the color of is set as the color of the specific area 610. In particular, if the color of the specific area 610 is set as a complementary color of the color of the specific display, high visibility can be secured. Alternatively, one of the specific region 610 and the specific display may be a chromatic color, and the other may be a white, black, or gray achromatic color.

  If the definition is made using the HLS color space, which is one of the color spaces that define colors three-dimensionally, the visibility is improved by setting one of the color value of the specific display and the color value of the specific area 610 as a reference. Can be secured. An example of a preferable value setting range is shown below.

  When the S value is in the range of 60 to 100 and the L value is in the range of 20 to 70, the H value of the other color is at least +30 to -30 from the H value of one color. Outside, preferably outside the range of +60 to -60 from the specific display color. When the S value is in the range of 15 to 60 and the L value is in the range of 30 to 60 for one color value, the H value of the other color is at least +60 to -60 from the H value of one color. , And preferably outside the range of +100 to -100 from the H value of one color. Also, for one color value, when the S value is in a range of 15 or less and the L value is in a range of 35 or less, the L value of the other color is in a range of 65 or more.

  In addition, in order to visually display the change in the remaining time of the operation reflection period as shown in FIG. 56 (b), an operation reflection period display is a time bar in which a portion displayed in a specific color decreases as time elapses. In 93, a specific area 610 surrounding the operation reflection period display 93 may be set. In the operation reflection period display 93, the maximum value of the operation reflection period is indicated by the first area 611, and the current value is indicated by the ratio of the second area 612 to the first area 611. In the drawing, a second region 612 is a region indicated by shading, and a first region 611 is a region obtained by combining the second region 612 indicated by shading and the region indicated by white. A specific region 610 indicated by oblique lines is provided so as to surround the first region 611. By setting the first region 611, the second region 612, and the specific region 610 to different colors, the visibility of the operation reflection period display 93 can be improved.

  If the relationship between the colors of the respective regions is defined in a pure color hue circle, the colors of the respective regions are separated from each other by 30 degrees or more in the hue circle. Further, one area may be achromatic color of white, black or gray, or only one area may be chromatic color and the remaining two areas may be achromatic color of different colors.

  If defined using the HLS color space, which is one of the color spaces that define colors three-dimensionally, if the S value is in the range of 60 to 100 and the L value is in the range of 20 to 70, The H values are separated by at least 30 or more, preferably 60 or more. When the S value is in the range of 15 to 60 and the L value is in the range of 30 to 60 for each region, the H values are separated from each other by at least 60 or more, preferably 100 or more.

  In FIG. 56 (b), the display showing the time value is taken as an example, but the display may be a value for showing a value related to the game other than the time, such as the number of points or the degree of expectation. That is, any value display for indicating a value related to the game can be similarly displayed. Also in this case, the maximum value is indicated by the first area 611, and the current value is indicated by the second area 612 indicating the ratio to the first area 611.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 56C, a second specific region 613 may be provided so as to surround the specific region 610, and the visibility of the specific display may be further enhanced by securing the visibility of the specific region 610. . In this case, the relationship between the specific display and the color of the specific region 610 and the relationship between the specific region 610 and the color of the second specific region 613 are the same as the relationship between the specific display and the color of the specific region 610 in FIG. I do. The colors of the specific display and the second specific area 613 may be the same color or different colors since the specific area 610 is interposed therebetween.

  The specific area 610 may be provided at all times, or may be displayed only during a predetermined period. The predetermined period is, for example, a period during which the result of the special figure change display game is stopped and displayed. In this period, the result of the decorative special figure variation display game is also stopped and displayed, but the display of the result is important information for the player, and the specific area 610 is provided so that the visibility of the result is not reduced.

  In addition, the predetermined period in which the specific area 610 is provided may be a period in which an effect that is executed independently regardless of the progress of the special figure variable display game is performed. For an effect related to the progress of the special figure change display game, the display content of the effect can be set in advance so that the visibility of the specific display for the effect does not decrease. For example, it is possible to set in advance so as not to perform an effect display such that the visibility of the identification information is reduced in a portion where the identification information is displayed when the identification information stops. In addition, when displaying the result, the effect is completed, and in many cases, an effect that reduces the visibility of the result is not performed.

  However, in the case of an effect that is performed irrespective of the progress of the special figure change display game, since the above-described consideration is not made, for example, an effect in which the visibility of the identification information is reduced in a portion where the identification information is displayed. Display may be performed. Therefore, by setting the predetermined period in which the specific area 610 is provided to be a period in which an effect performed irrespective of the progress of the special figure variable display game is performed, it is possible to identify the effect display at any timing. The visibility of information can be prevented from lowering. In addition, in combination with the above two conditions, the period in which the result of the special figure variable display game is stopped and displayed may be a period in which an effect executed regardless of the progress of the special figure variable display game is performed. Further, the predetermined period may be a period in which the effect display for reducing the visibility of the specific display is displayed in a portion where the specific display is displayed regardless of the type of the effect.

  Further, the specific display is the information of the special figure start storage and the decoration special figure variation display game, but may be other than this. For example, an abnormality notification display 616 for notifying the occurrence of an abnormality as shown in FIG. 57 (a), or a notice display for suggesting or notifying a pre-read result of a running special figure change display game or special figure start memory is displayed. It may be a specific display. Also, as shown in FIG. 57 (b), when the recommended launch direction is changed due to the change of the game state, the launch direction instruction display 617 displayed to indicate the launch direction, and the recommended launch direction are displayed. Alternatively, the launch direction warning display, which is displayed when the launch of the game ball in a different direction is detected, may be set as the specific display, and the specific area 610 may be set around these. Further, as shown in FIG. 57 (c), the notice effect 618 may be set as the specific display and the specific area 610 may be set around the display. Further, the second specific region 613 may or may not be provided.

  Further, as shown in FIGS. 57 (d) to 57 (g), the color of the specific area 610 may be changed according to the content of the specific display. For example, FIG. 57 shows an example of display on the second decoration game display unit 88, FIG. 57 (d) shows a variable display, FIG. 57 (e) shows a reach, and FIG. FIG. 57 (g) shows the result. The colors of the specific area 610 in these displays are different colors. Note that all colors that can be used as the color of the specific area 610 are different from the specific display.

  In this way, by making the colors of the specific area 610 and the second specific area 613 different according to the content of the specific display, the content of the specific display can be easily grasped. In particular, although the identification information is difficult to see in a small display such as the second decoration game display section 88, the display content can be determined at first glance by being able to determine the display content based on the colors of the specific area 610 and the second specific area 613. Will be able to understand.

  Such a display method can be applied to other than the second decoration game display section 88. For example, in the case of the storage display unit 83 or the start storage number display unit 86, the color of the specific area 610 may be made different depending on the content of the prefetch notice effect, or the color of the specific area 610 may be made different depending on the start storage number. Is also good. In the case of the active storage display unit 84, the color of the specific area 610 may be changed according to the content indicated by the active storage display. In the case of the abnormality notification display 616, the color of the specific area 610 is made different depending on the importance of the content of the abnormality. In the case of the announcement effect 618, the color of the specific area 610 is made different depending on the importance and the degree of reliability of the announcement.

  Further, the specific area 610 is defined as an area clearly separated from the background or the like. However, the specific area 610 may be set so that the display around the specific display has a different color from the specific display. May not be clearly defined. For example, a gradation display in which the color gradually changes toward the periphery may be used. In this case, the visibility of the specific display is ensured so that the color in the predetermined range close to the specific display is different from the color of the specific display as described above. Further, the specific region 610 and the second specific region 613 are not limited to a single color, and may have a plurality of colors and patterns.

  Further, the effect display may not be displayed in the specific area 610, and a background display may be displayed. In this case, in the effect display displayed on the front side of the background display, the specific area 610 can be formed by making a display in which a hole is formed in the specific area 610.

  Further, the value display is not limited to the display in the first area 611 and the second area 612 as shown in FIG. 56 (b). For example, as shown in FIG. Eating the remaining value display 631 indicating the remaining value, such as the length of time, may be used as a display in which the remaining value display 631 decreases as the value decreases. That is, the effect display such as the character 630 acts on the residual value display 631, so that the residual value display 631 may be reduced as the value decreases.

  Based on the above, based on the establishment of the start condition, a game in which the identification information is variably displayed is executed, and when the result of the game is a special result, the gaming machine which generates a state advantageous to the player is provided. Display device 41 for displaying information on the display device, and effect control means (effect control device 300) for controlling the display on the display device 41. The effect control means displays a specific display which is a predetermined specific display. In this case, the specific area 610 is set so as to surround the specific display, and the effect related to the game is not displayed in the specific area 610. Therefore, the visibility of the specific display can be improved.

  Further, the effect control unit sets the second specific area 613 so as to surround the specific area 610, and sets the display color of the specific display and the display color of the specific area 610 to different display colors. This means that the display color and the display color of the second specific area 613 are different display colors. Therefore, the visibility of the specific display can be improved.

  The effect control means can display, on the display device 41, a first decoration game corresponding to the game and a second decoration game corresponding to the game and displayed smaller than the first decoration game. This means that the game is displayed as a specific display.

  In addition, based on the establishment of the start condition, a game in which the identification information is variably displayed is executed, and when a result of the game is a special result, information on the game is generated in a gaming machine that generates a state advantageous to the player. A display device 41 for displaying, and an effect control unit (effect control device 300) for controlling display on the display device 41, the effect control unit displays a value display for indicating a value related to a game on the display device 41. It is possible, and the value display is composed of a first area 611 indicating the maximum value of the value and a second area 612 indicating the current value in a ratio to the first area 611. When displaying the value display, This means that the specific area 610 is set so as to surround the value display, and the effect relating to the game is not displayed in the specific area 610. Therefore, the visibility of the value display can be improved.

  Further, the effect control means can display the time relating to the effect of the game as a value in the value display.

  Further, the effect control unit sets the display color of the first area 611, the display color of the second area 612, and the display color of the specific area 610 to different display colors.

[First Modification]
Next, a first modified example of the gaming machine of the first embodiment described above will be described. Basically, the gaming machine has the same configuration as that of the gaming machine of the above-described first embodiment. Hereinafter, portions having the same configuration will be denoted by the same reference numerals, and description thereof will be omitted. The parts will be described. In the gaming machine of the present modified example, the content of the specific effect differs depending on the generation timing of the execution right of the specific effect.

  FIG. 58 shows an example of an execution mode of a specific effect in this modification. In this example, first, the special figure change display game is in the variable display state without the special figure start memory. Correspondingly, the special figure display (the special figure 1 display 51 or the special figure 2 display 52) of the collective display device 50 performs the variable display. In addition, the variation display is also performed on the decoration special figure variation display game display section 85 and the second decoration game display section 88. During the fluctuation display of the special figure fluctuation display game, the period is within the function adjustable period in which the volume and the luminance can be adjusted. Also, the specific effect has not been executed. Note that, in the present modification, the specific storage for holding the execution right of the specific effect is not stored.

  When the fluctuating time of the special figure fluctuating display game ends and the stop time for displaying the result is reached (t161), the fluctuating display is performed on the special figure display, the decoration special figure fluctuating display game display unit 85, and the second decoration game display unit 88. Exit and display results. Further, with the end of the fluctuation time of the special figure fluctuation display game, the function adjustable period ends, and the volume and brightness cannot be adjusted. By ending the function-adjustable period with the start of the stop time in this way, it is possible to prevent the display screen of the display device 41 from adjusting the volume and brightness while displaying the stop result of the decorative special figure variable display game. , So that the result is not obstructed.

  Here, the special figure start memory is not generated, and a customer waiting demonstration command is transmitted from the game control device 100 with the end of the stop time (t162). The effect control device 300 starts a customer waiting state in response to receiving the customer waiting demo command. In addition, a function-adjustable period is started in response to the reception of the customer waiting demo command, and the volume and brightness can be adjusted. If the start memory exists, the customer waiting demonstration command is not transmitted, and at this timing, the special figure change display game is started and the command of the special figure change display game is transmitted, and based on this, the function adjustable period is set. Once started, the volume and brightness can be adjusted. Also, if the customer waiting demo command cannot be received, the standby state is entered and the function-adjustable period is not started, so that the volume and brightness cannot be adjusted.

  After the start of the customer waiting state, the game ball passes through the specific gate 39 and is detected by the specific gate switch 39a (t163). Based on this, an execution right for the specific effect is generated, and the specific effect is started based on the execution right (t164). The execution right of the specific effect generated here is generated after the end of the special figure change display game and before the start of the next special figure change display game. In this case, a specific game as shown in FIG. 44 is executed as the specific effect. Note that the specific effect in this case is not limited to the specific game shown in FIG. 44, and may be another effect.

  During the execution of the specific effect, a special figure start memory is generated (t165), and the special figure change display game is started based on the special figure start memory (t166). In the special figure display, the variable display is started with the start of the special figure variable display game. Further, at the start of the special figure change display game, a change command including information on the special figure change display game is transmitted from the game control device 100 to the effect control device 300.

  The decoration special figure change display game display section 85 and the second decoration game display section 88 do not immediately start the change display, and change from the timing (t167) at which the switching effect as shown in FIG. Display is started. The specific effect ends with the start of the special figure change display game (t167). Note that the switching effect may be any of the display modes shown in FIGS. 46 and 47. Depending on the switching effect to be executed, the variation of the decoration special figure variation display game display section 85 and the second decoration game display section 88 may be performed. The start timing and the end timing of the specific effect are different.

  Thereafter, the game ball passes through the specific gate 39 and is detected by the specific gate switch 39a while the special figure change display game is being executed and there is no start memory (t168). Based on this, an execution right for the specific effect is generated, and the specific effect is started based on the execution right (t169). The execution right of the specific effect generated here is generated during the execution of the special figure change display game and no start memory. In the present modification, a specific effect can be executed even when the user is not in the customer waiting state. In this case, a game-related effect related to the special figure variation display game being executed as the specific effect is performed. In the game-related effect, a change pattern or a result of the running special figure change display game is suggested or reported.

  A new start memory is generated during execution of this specific effect, and the number of start memories is 1 (t170). Thereafter, the specific effect being executed is terminated (t171), and thereafter, a new game ball is passed through the specific gate 39 and detected by the specific gate switch 39a (t172). Based on this, an execution right for the specific effect is generated, and the specific effect is started based on the execution right (t173). The execution right of the specific effect generated here is generated during the execution of the special figure change display game and the start memory. In this case, a start memory-related effect related to the start memory is performed as the specific effect. In the start memory-related effect, suggestion or notification of the pre-read information on the start memory is performed.

  In FIG. 59, when the execution right of the specific effect is generated in the state where the special figure change display game is being executed and there is no start memory (t168 in FIG. 58), the specific effect (based on this execution right) is executed. An example of (t169 to t171) in FIG. 58 is shown. In this case, a game-related effect related to the special figure change display game being executed as the specific effect is performed.

  As shown in FIG. 59 (a), when the execution right of the specific effect is generated in the state where the decorative special figure variable display game accompanying the special figure variable display game is executed, the specific effect is started. As the specific effect, as shown in FIG. 59 (b), a change pattern suggestion display 641 for suggesting or notifying a change pattern of the running special figure change display game, or as shown in FIG. 59 (c), A result suggestion display 642 for suggesting or notifying the result of the special figure change display game may be performed. Further, as shown in FIG. 59 (d), an effect display 643 of a character or the like may be performed, and the content of the effect display 643 may indicate or notify a change pattern or a result of the running special figure change display game. . Also, as shown in FIG. 59 (e), the display mode of the storage display section 84 during execution may be changed to suggest or notify a change pattern or result of the special figure change display game being executed.

  Further, as shown in FIGS. 59 (f) and (g), a change pattern or a result of the special figure change display game being executed by the specific game may be suggested or notified. As shown in FIG. 59 (f), the specific game display section 601 is displayed instead of the decorative special figure change display game display section 85 to execute the specific game. Also, the game display unit 602 displays “notification game” indicating the content. Then, as shown in FIG. 59 (g), the result of the specific game suggests or notifies a change pattern or a result of the special figure change display game being executed. Here, a result mode in which the bell symbols are aligned is derived, and a notification that there is a high possibility of reach, which is the notification content according to the result mode, is given.

  In FIG. 60, when a special effect execution right is generated while the special figure change display game is being executed and there is a start memory (t172 in FIG. 58), a specific effect (based on this execution right) is executed. An example of (t173 to t174) in FIG. 58 is shown. In this case, a start memory-related effect related to the start memory is performed as the specific effect.

  As shown in FIG. 60 (a), when the execution right of the specific effect is generated in the state where the decorative special figure variable display game accompanying the special figure variable display game is executed, the specific effect is started. As the specific effect, a change pattern suggestion display 641 for suggesting or notifying a change pattern of the special figure change display game based on the start memory as shown in FIG. 60 (b), or a start memory as shown in FIG. 60 (c). A result suggestion display 642 for suggesting or notifying the result of the special figure change display game based on the game may be performed.

  Also, as shown in FIG. 60 (d), an effect display 643 of a character or the like is performed, and the content of the effect display 643 suggests or notifies a change pattern or a result of the special figure change display game based on the start memory. good. Also, as shown in FIG. 60 (e), the display mode of the storage display unit 83 may be changed to suggest or notify a change pattern or a result of the special figure change display game based on the start memory.

  Further, as shown in FIGS. 60 (f) and (g), a change pattern or a result of the special figure change display game based on the start memory may be suggested or notified by the specific game. As shown in FIG. 60 (f), the specific game display section 601 is displayed instead of the decorative special figure change display game display section 85, and the specific game is performed. Also, the game display unit 602 displays “prefetch notice game” indicating the content. Then, as shown in FIG. 60 (g), based on the result of the specific game, a change pattern or a result of the special figure change display game based on the start memory is suggested or notified. Here, a result mode in which the bell symbols are aligned is derived, and a notification that there is a high possibility of reach, which is the notification content according to the result mode, is given. In the start memory-related effects shown in FIGS. 60 (b) to (g), which start memory is to be notified may or may not be indicated. In FIGS. 60B to 60G, the starting memory of the target is indicated by an arrow.

[Customer waiting process]
In this modification, a customer waiting process shown in FIG. 61 is performed instead of the customer waiting process shown in FIG. In this customer waiting process, the specific effect control process (step C717) is performed regardless of whether the customer is waiting. Further, when the specific gate is detected (step C718; Y), if the specific effect is executable (step C721; Y), the specific memory is updated by +1 (step C720). Here, the specific effect executable state is not the special game state and the state in which the specific effect is not executed.

  That is, the specific memory is generated only when the specific effect can be started immediately. This specific storage is immediately digested in the specific effect control processing. Therefore, the specific storage here is not for suspending the execution of the specific effect, but is temporarily generated for performing processing necessary for performing the specific effect.

(Specific production control processing)
In addition, a specific effect control process shown in FIG. 62 is performed instead of the specific effect control process shown in FIG. In the specific effect control process, when there is a specific storage (step C734; Y), a process for determining the content of the specific effect is performed.

  First, it is determined whether or not a customer is waiting (step C751). If the customer is waiting (step C751; Y), a specific game is set as a specific effect (step C752). Next, it is determined whether the special figure change display game is running and there is no start memory (step C753), and if the special figure change display game is running and there is no start memory (step C753). ; Y) sets a game-related effect as a specific effect (step C754). Then, it is determined whether the special figure change display game is being executed and the start memory is present (step C755), and if the special figure change display game is being executed and the start memory is present (step C755; Y) sets a start memory-related effect as a specific effect (step C756).

  After that, specific effect scenario data corresponding to the set specific effect is set (step C737), and a time value corresponding to the set specific effect is set in a specific effect timer (step C738). Further, the specific memory is updated by -1 (step C739), and the specific effect control process ends.

  As a result, the specific effect is set according to the state of the game. The generation of the right to execute the specific effect is performed in the customer waiting process shown in FIG. 61, and the specific effect is set in the subsequent specific effect control process, but both processes are continuously performed in a short time. This is a process to be executed, and it can be said that the type of the specific effect is determined based on the state of the game when the right to execute the specific effect is generated.

  On the other hand, if there is no specific storage (step C734; N), it is determined whether the customer is waiting (step C761). If not (step C761; N), the specific effect control process ends. . In this case, since the special figure change display game and the scenario data of the special game state have already been set and are being executed, the processing is ended as it is.

  As a game-related effect, only one of FIGS. 59 (b) to 59 (g) may be executed, or a selection is made from a plurality of effects at the start of the specific effect. The performed effect may be executed. Further, the effects of FIGS. 59 (b) to (g) may be executed in combination. Similarly, only one of the effects shown in FIGS. 60 (b) to 60 (g) may be executed for the start memory-related effects shown in FIG. 60, or a plurality of effects at the start of the specific effect. A selection may be made and the selected effect may be executed. Further, the effects of FIGS. 60 (b) to 60 (g) may be executed in combination.

  In the example of FIG. 58, during the execution of the special effect change display game, the specific effect (t169 to t171) in which the execution right of the specific effect has been generated in a state where the start memory is not stored, during the execution of the specific effect. Start memory has occurred (t170). In this case, the game-related effect for the running special figure change display game may be changed to a start-memory-related effect for the start memory, or both the game-related effect and the start-memory-related effect may be performed. May be. In addition, the specific effect (t173 to t174) in which the execution right of the specific effect is generated in the state where the special figure change display game is being executed and the start memory is stored, the start memory related effect is performed. A game-related effect related to such a running special figure change display game may be performed, or both a game-related effect and a start memory-related effect may be performed.

  Also, the specific effect may be executed when the right to execute the specific effect is generated in the special game state. As the specific effect in this case, for example, a start memory-related effect relating to the start memory is performed. In addition to this, if it is not clearly informed whether or not to be in the high-probability state after the end of the special game state, an effect that indicates or informs whether or not to be in the high-probability state as a specific effect is performed. Is also good. In the special game state in which the upper limit of the number of rounds is notified stepwise, an effect that suggests or notifies information about the number of rounds may be performed as the specific effect.

  In addition, the content of the specific effect is determined based on the presence / absence of execution of the special figure variation display game at the point in time when the right to execute the specific effect is generated and the presence / absence of the start memory. The content of the specific effect may be determined based on whether or not the game is executed and whether or not there is a start memory. Further, similar to the first embodiment, the specific memory can be stored up to a predetermined upper limit value, and the selection is made based on whether or not the special figure change display game is executed at the start of the specific effect based on the specific memory and whether or not the start memory is stored. A specific effect may be executed.

  Further, when a game-related effect related to the running special figure variable display game is executed, the content may be determined according to the remaining variable time of the running special figure variable display game. For example, after the occurrence of the reach state, it is meaningless to indicate or notify that the state will be the reach state. Therefore, the result is suggested or notified. Also, if the remaining execution time of the running special figure variable display game is less than or equal to a predetermined time, it is not effective to suggest or notify the special figure variable display game. It may not be. In this case, if there is a start memory, an effect related to the start memory is performed, and if there is no start memory, another specific effect such as a specific game for giving points is performed.

  Based on the above, based on the establishment of the start condition, a game in which the identification information is variably displayed is executed, and when the result of the game is a special result, the gaming machine which generates a state advantageous to the player is provided. Effect control means (effect control device 300) for controlling the effect of the game, the effect control means can generate a right to execute a specific effect based on the satisfaction of a predetermined condition, and the next game is started after the end of the game. If the right to execute a specific effect is generated before this, the specific effect can be executed. Therefore, the interest in the game can be increased.

  In addition, based on the establishment of the start condition, a game in which the identification information is variably displayed is executed, and when the result of the game is a special result, a game machine that generates a state advantageous to the player is used to comprehensively control the game. Game control means (game control device 100) for controlling the effect of the game, and the effect control means (effect control device 300) for controlling the effect of the game. A start storage means (game control device 100) capable of storing a memory up to a predetermined upper limit number is provided, and the effect control means can generate a right to execute a specific effect based on satisfaction of a predetermined condition. When the condition is satisfied and the start memory exists, it means that the effect relating to the start memory can be executed as the specific effect. Therefore, the interest in the game can be increased.

  In addition, when the predetermined condition is satisfied during the execution of the game, the effect control unit can execute an effect related to the game being executed as the specific effect. Therefore, the interest in the game can be increased.

  Further, a detection section (specific gate 39) capable of detecting a game ball is provided in the game area 32 in which the game ball can flow down, and the effect control means satisfies a predetermined condition based on detection of the game ball by the detection section. As a result, the right to execute a specific effect is generated. Therefore, the interest in the game can be increased.

  Note that the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to a pachinko gaming machine as described in the above-described embodiment as a gaming machine, but includes, for example, other pachinko gaming machines, arrange ball gaming machines, sparrow ball gaming machines, and the like. The present invention is applicable to all gaming machines that use the game ball. Further, the present invention can be applied to a slot machine. The slot machine is not limited to a slot machine using medals, and includes, for example, all slot machines such as slot machines using gaming balls. Further, the configurations of the above-described modifications can be applied in appropriate combinations.

  The embodiments disclosed this time are to be considered in all respects as illustrative and not restrictive. The scope of the present invention is defined by the terms of the claims, rather than the description above, and is intended to include any modifications within the scope and meaning equivalent to the terms of the claims.

10 gaming machines 25 production buttons (operation means)
29 Touch panel (operation means)
100 game control device (game control means, start storage means)
300 Effect control device (effect control means)
550 Direction operation unit (operation means)

Claims (1)

On the basis of establishment of the start condition, a game in which the result is stopped and displayed after the identification information is variably displayed, and when the result of the game is a special result, in a gaming machine which generates a state advantageous to the player,
A game control means for comprehensively controlling the game,
Effect control means for controlling the effect of the game based on information from the game control means,
Operating means operable by a player,
The game control means,
If the next game is not started continuously after the end of the game, after the end of the game, send standby information to the effect control means,
The effect control means,
It is possible to adjust the output mode of the effect according to the operation of the operation means,
It is possible to switch between an adjustable state and an impossible state of the output mode of the effect based on the satisfaction of a predetermined condition,
In the period in which the result, which is the period from the end of the variable display in the game to the end of the game, is stopped and displayed, the output mode of the effect cannot be adjusted,
From the end of the game to the start of the next game, regardless of whether or not the standby information has been received, a transition is made to a standby state of waiting for the start of the next game,
If the standby information is received after the end of the game that triggers the start of the standby state, the output state of the effect can be adjusted in the standby state,
If the standby information has not been received after the end of the game that triggered the start of the standby state, the output mode of the effect cannot be adjusted in the standby state,
When the game is started, the output mode of the effect can be adjusted ,
During the period of the reach state in the game, the output mode of the effect can be adjusted,
When an operation of adjusting the output mode of the effect is performed by the operation unit, an adjustment screen indicating a state of the output mode of the effect can be displayed,
A gaming machine , wherein the adjustment screen is not displayed during a period when the game is in a reach state .

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