JP6850853B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine or a slot machine that performs variable display.

As a game machine, a game ball, which is a game medium, is launched into a game area by a launching device, and when the game ball wins a prize area such as a prize opening provided in the game area, a predetermined prize value is given to the player. There is one configured in. Further, a variable display means capable of variable display (also referred to as “variation”) of the identification information is provided, and when the display result of the variable display of the identification information becomes the specific display result in the variable display means, a predetermined game value. There is something that is configured to give the player a (so-called pachinko machine).

Further, after setting a predetermined number of bets for one game on a predetermined game medium, the player operates the start lever to start variable display of the identification information by the variable display device, and the player changes each. By operating the stop button provided corresponding to the display device, the variable display of the identification information is stopped within the range of the maximum delay time predetermined from the operation timing, and the variable display of all the variable display devices is displayed. When a prize is generated according to the display result derived when the game is stopped, a predetermined game medium determined in advance is paid out according to the prize, and a specific prize is generated, the player sets the game state to the predetermined game value. There is something that is configured to give to (so-called slot machine).

The winning value is to pay out the winning ball or give a score or a prize according to the winning of the game ball in the winning area. Further, the game value means that the state of the variable winning ball device provided in the game area of the game machine becomes an advantageous state for the player who is likely to win a prize when a specific display result is obtained, or for the player. It is to generate the right to be in an advantageous state and to be in a state where the conditions for paying out prize balls are easily satisfied.

In the pachinko gaming machine, as a display result of the variable display of the special symbol (identification information) started by the variable display means based on the winning of the game ball in the starting winning opening, a predetermined specific display mode is derived and displayed. If this is done, a "big hit (advantageous state)" will occur. The derivation display is to stop and display the symbol. When a big hit occurs, for example, the big winning opening is opened a predetermined number of times to shift to a big hit game state in which a hit ball is easy to win. Then, in each opening period, if a predetermined number (for example, 10) is won in the large winning opening, the large winning opening is closed. The number of times the large winning opening is opened is fixed to a predetermined number of times (for example, 16 rounds). An opening time (for example, 29 seconds) is determined for each opening, and even if the number of winnings does not reach a predetermined number, the large winning opening is closed when the opening time elapses. Hereinafter, the opening period of each large winning opening may be referred to as a round.

In such a gaming machine, Cited Document 1 describes an auto button function that performs the same processing as when the operation of the operating means is accepted triggered by a predetermined condition even when the player does not operate the operating means. ing.

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2015-223522

However, in the invention described in Patent Document 1, since the auto button mode is set while the variable display is not being executed, the game must be temporarily interrupted in order to set the auto button mode. However, there is a risk that the interest will decline.

Therefore, an object of the present invention is to provide a game machine capable of preventing a decrease in interest.

(A) The gaming machine according to the present invention is a gaming machine that performs variable display, and has a detection means capable of detecting a predetermined motion of the player and a specific motion of the player, and a setting state related to the effect is set to the first state or. A setting means that can be set in the second state, a specific effect executing means that can execute a specific effect when the effect execution condition is satisfied, and a detection valid period indicating that the detection by the detection means is an effective detection valid period. A special effect capable of executing a special effect based on the detection valid period display means for displaying the display and the detection of the predetermined action of the player during the special detection valid period without the detection valid period display. The specific effect executing means includes the effect executing means, and in the first state, the effect executing condition is based on the fact that the predetermined operation of the player is detected by the detecting means during the detection valid period. It is possible to execute the specific effect as if it was satisfied, and in the second state, it is specified that the effect execution condition is satisfied based on the fact that the predetermined operation of the player is detected by the detection means during the detection valid period. The effect can be executed, and even if the predetermined action of the player is not detected by the detection means during the detection valid period, the specific effect can be executed assuming that the effect execution condition is satisfied, and the special effect can be executed. In either of the first state and the second state, the executing means does not execute the special effect unless the predetermined action of the player is detected by the detecting means during the special detection valid period, and the setting is made. The means can change the setting from the second state to the first state based on the detection of the predetermined action of the player by the detection means during the execution of the variable display, and the specific action of the player. The setting can be changed from the first state to the second state based on the detection by the detection means, and the predetermined operation of the player is detected by the detection means during the detection valid period. Based on this, the setting can be changed from the second state to the first state, and even if the specific operation of the player is performed during the detection valid period, the setting is set from the first state to the second state. Even if the predetermined operation of the player is performed during the special detection valid period without changing the setting, the setting is not changed from the second state to the first state. (1) The game machine of another aspect has a variable display. A detection means (for example, push button 120) capable of detecting the movement of the player and a first state (for example, a state in which the auto button function is disabled) related to the effect. Or The setting means that can be set to the second state (for example, the state in which the auto button function is enabled) (for example, the part where the effect control microcomputer 100 executes steps S710 and S825) and the effect execution condition are satisfied. A display that reduces the scale of the gauge display, a notice display, or a pass / fail display based on the fact that the operation of the push button 120 is detected in the specific effects (for example, the button notice effects A to C and the decision button effect). The specific effect executing means (for example, the part where the effect control microcomputer 100 executes steps S8144, S8153, S8174 and S8133, S8118) is provided, and the specific effect executing means is provided. , In the first state, it is possible to execute the specific effect on the assumption that the effect execution condition is satisfied based on the detection result of the detection means, while in the second state, the effect execution condition is satisfied regardless of the detection result of the detection means. It is possible to execute a specific effect (for example, when the auto button function is enabled, the notice display, the pass / fail display, and the gauge display scale are reduced even if the push button 120 is not operated. The display to be made is performed. (See FIGS. 36 to 37, 43 to 44, etc.), the specific effect can be executed even if the effect execution condition is satisfied based on the detection result of the detection means, and the setting means can execute the variable display during execution. The setting can be changed from the first state to the second state based on the detection result of the detection means (for example, a portion where the effect control microcomputer 100 executes the processes of steps S7103 to S7104).
According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent a decrease in interest.

(2) In the gaming machine of the above (1), the setting means can change the setting from the second state to the first state based on the detection result of the detection means (for example, the effect control microcomputer 100 is set in steps S711 to 10-10. The part that executes the process of S7111) may be used.
According to such a configuration, the setting state can be easily changed.

(3) In the game machine according to the above (1) or (2), the detection means is a player's first operation (for example, a push button 120 pressing operation (single-shot operation)) and a second operation (for example, the push button 120). The setting means can change the setting from the second state to the first state based on the detection of the first operation by the detection means, and the setting means can change the setting from the second state to the first state. The setting may be changed from the first state to the second state based on the detection of the operation.
According to such a configuration, the setting state can be easily changed.

(4) In any of the game machines (1) to (3) above, a special effect (for example,) based on the fact that the movement is detected by the detection means during the special detection valid period without notifying the player to move. The setting means does not change the setting from the second state to the first state (for example, even if the detection means detects an operation during the special detection valid period). , The portion where the effect control microcomputer 100 executes the process of step S7108).
According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent an unintended change in the setting state.

(5) In any of the game machines (1) to (4) above, an effect setting capable of making settings related to the effect (for example, setting a background image) based on the operation detected by the detection means. The setting means does not change the setting from the second state to the first state even if the detection means detects an operation for setting the effect (for example, the effect control microcomputer 100 determines in step S7109). The part that executes the process) may be used.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent an unintended change in the setting state.

(6) In any of the game machines (1) to (5) above, the specific effect executing means can execute a plurality of types of specific effects (for example, button notice effects A to C, fixed button effects, etc.). Yes, the timing at which the effect execution condition is satisfied in the second state may be different depending on the type of the specific effect (see FIG. 33 (B)).
According to such a configuration, the effect of production can be improved.

(7) In any of the game machines (1) to (6) above, the detection means includes an operation means (for example, a push button 120) that can be operated by the player, and the operation means is operable. An operation is performed when the specific effect is executed assuming that the effect execution condition is satisfied based on the detection result of the operation means, and when the specific effect is executed assuming that the effect execution condition is satisfied regardless of the detection result of the operation means. The mode may be different (for example, a portion in which the effect control microcomputer 100 executes steps S8144 to S8144A, S8153, see FIGS. 43 (7) and 44 (7)).
According to such a configuration, the effect of production can be improved.

(8) In any of the game machines (1) to (7) above, the specific effect executing means assumes that the effect execution condition is satisfied based on the fact that the operation is detected by the detection means during the detection valid period. Is possible, and the setting means does not change the setting from the first state to the second state even if the detection means detects the operation during the detection valid period (for example, the effect control microcomputer 100 executes step S7102). The part to be used) may be used.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent an unintended change in the setting state.

(9) In any of the game machines (1) to (8) above, a detection valid period display indicating that the detection by the detection means is a valid detection valid period (for example, "press the button!" Shown in FIG. 43! The detection validity period display is provided with a detection validity period display means for displaying a character string 202) such as It may be in a state, and the detection valid period may end after the period in which the detection valid period display is in a difficult-to-see state.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the player from overlooking that the detection valid period is in effect.

It is a front view which looked at the pachinko machine from the front. It is a block diagram which shows the circuit structure example of the game control board (main board). It is a block diagram which shows the circuit composition example of an effect control board, a lamp driver board, and an audio output board. It is a flowchart which shows the main process executed by the CPU in the main board. It is a flowchart which shows the 4ms timer interrupt processing. It is explanatory drawing which shows each random number. It is explanatory drawing which shows the big hit determination table, the small hit determination table, and the big hit type determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of an effect control command. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of an effect control command. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the program of special symbol process processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the program of special symbol process processing. It is a flowchart which shows the start port switch passing process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the configuration example of the hold storage buffer. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol normal processing. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol normal processing. It is a flowchart which shows the fluctuation pattern setting process. It is a flowchart which shows the display result specification command transmission processing. It is a flowchart which shows the process during special symbol change. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol stop processing. It is a flowchart which shows the jackpot end processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the program of the special symbol display control processing. It is a flowchart which shows the effect control main process executed by the effect control CPU. It is explanatory drawing which shows the configuration example of the command reception buffer. It is a flowchart which shows the command analysis processing. It is a flowchart which shows the effect control process process. It is a flowchart which shows the auto button setting process. It is a flowchart which shows the variation pattern command reception waiting processing. It is a flowchart which shows the effect symbol variation start processing. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the stop symbol of the effect symbol. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of process data. It is a flowchart which shows the advance notice effect setting process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the button notice effect decision table and the back button notice effect decision table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the execution timing of each effect and the operation condition establishment timing when the auto button is enabled. It is a flowchart which shows the processing during change of an effect symbol. It is a flowchart which shows the processing during change of an effect symbol. It is a flowchart which shows the processing during change of an effect symbol. It is a flowchart which shows the processing during change of an effect symbol. It is a flowchart which shows the processing during change of an effect symbol. It is a flowchart which shows the processing during change of an effect symbol. It is a flowchart which shows the effect symbol fluctuation stop processing. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the display mode at the time of setting the function of an auto button to enable or disable. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the display mode at the time of setting the function of an auto button and the background image from a setting menu screen. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the effect mode of the button notice effect at the time of performing automatic continuous hitting by an auto button function. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the effect mode of the button notice effect at the time of performing automatic continuous hit by a long press operation. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the effect mode of the button notice effect C and the decision button effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows the comparative example of the automatic continuous hitting by a long press operation, and the automatic repeated hitting by an auto button function. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the detection timing of the operation when the operation is detected by the automatic continuous hit by the long press operation. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the detection timing of the operation when the operation is detected by the automatic continuous hit by the long press operation. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the detection timing of the operation when the push button has already been pressed operation at the start of a button notice effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example in the case which the character production and the button notice production are executed at the same time.

Embodiment 1.
Hereinafter, the first embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. First, the overall configuration of the pachinko gaming machine 1 which is an example of the gaming machine will be described. FIG. 1 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine 1 as viewed from the front.

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

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

The member forming the surplus ball saucer (lower plate) 4 is formed in a stick shape (bar shape) at a predetermined position on the front side (for example, the central portion of the lower plate) on the upper surface of the lower plate body, and is formed by the player. A stick controller 122 that can be gripped and tilted in a plurality of directions (front-back, left-right) is attached. The stick controller 122 is designated by a player holding the operating rod of the stick controller 122 with an operating hand (for example, the left hand) and pushing and pulling the stick controller 122 with a predetermined operating finger (for example, the index finger). A trigger button 121 (see FIG. 3) capable of performing an instruction operation is provided, and a trigger sensor 125 (FIG. 3) for detecting a predetermined instruction operation such as a push-pull operation on the trigger button 121 is provided inside the operation stick of the stick controller 122 (FIG. 3). 3) is built-in. Further, an inclination direction sensor unit 123 (see FIG. 3) for detecting an inclination operation with respect to the operation stick is provided inside the main body of the lower plate at the lower part of the stick controller 122. Further, the stick controller 122 has a built-in vibrator motor 126 (see FIG. 3) for vibrating the stick controller 122.

The member forming the hitting ball supply plate (upper plate) 3 is subjected to a predetermined instruction operation by a player, for example, at a predetermined position on the front side (for example, above the stick controller 122) on the upper surface of the upper plate main body. A possible push button 120 is provided. The push button 120 may be configured so that a predetermined instruction operation such as a pressing operation from the player can be detected mechanically, electrically, or electromagnetically. A push sensor 124 (see FIG. 3) that detects a player's operation action performed on the push button 120 may be provided inside the main body of the upper plate at the installation position of the push button 120. In the configuration example shown in FIG. 1, the mounting positions of the push button 120 and the stick controller 122 are in a vertical positional relationship in the central portion of the upper plate and the lower plate. On the other hand, the mounting positions of the push button 120 and the stick controller 122 may be moved to either the left or right side of the upper plate or the lower plate while maintaining the vertical positional relationship. Alternatively, the attachment positions of the push button 120 and the stick controller 122 may not be in a vertical positional relationship, but may be, for example, in a horizontal positional relationship.

Further, the push button 120 is provided with a push button LED 29. The push button LED 29 can emit light in a plurality of modes, and as described later, emits light in a predetermined mode when the auto button function is enabled.

In this embodiment, the push button 120 is provided integrally with the stick controller 122. Therefore, when the stick controller 122 is vibrated, the push button 120 is also vibrated at the same time. Not limited to such a configuration, the stick controller 122 and the push button 120 may be provided separately.

An effect display device 9 composed of a liquid crystal display (LCD) is provided near the center of the game area 7. The display screen of the effect display device 9 has an effect symbol display area for variable display of the effect symbol synchronized with the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol. Therefore, the effect display device 9 corresponds to a variable display device that performs variable display of the effect symbol. In the effect symbol display area, for example, there is a symbol display area for variably displaying three decorative (effect) effect symbols of "left", "middle", and "right". The symbol display area has "left", "middle", and "right" symbol display areas, but the position of the symbol display area does not have to be fixed on the display screen of the effect display device 9, and the symbol display area does not have to be fixed. The three areas of the display area may be separated. The effect display device 9 is controlled by an effect control microcomputer mounted on the effect control board. When the effect control microcomputer is executing the variable display of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display 8a, the effect display device 9 executes the effect display in accordance with the variable display, and the second special When the variable display of the second special symbol is being executed on the symbol display 8b, the effect display is executed by the effect display device 9 in accordance with the variable display, so that it is possible to easily grasp the progress of the game. ..

Further, in the effect display device 9, symbols other than the symbol that becomes the final stop symbol (for example, the middle symbol among the left and right middle symbols) continue for a predetermined time, and the jackpot symbol (for example, the left middle right symbol is aligned with the same symbol). It is stopped, rocked, enlarged / reduced or deformed while matching the combination of symbols), or multiple symbols are synchronized with the same symbol and fluctuate, or the positions of the displayed symbols are swapped. The effect performed in a state where the possibility of a big hit continues before the final result is displayed (hereinafter, these states are referred to as reach states) is referred to as a reach effect. In addition, the reach state and its state are referred to as a reach mode. Further, the variable display including the reach effect is called the reach variable display. Then, when the display result of the symbol that is variablely displayed on the effect display device 9 is not the jackpot symbol, it becomes "missing" and the variable display state ends. The player plays the game while enjoying how to generate a big hit.

In this embodiment, a case where a variable display of the effect symbol is performed as an effect of the liquid crystal display in the effect display device 9 is shown, but the effect performed by the effect display device 9 is the one shown in this embodiment. Not limited to this, for example, an effect having a predetermined story may be executed, and an effect of displaying the result of the story based on the result of the jackpot determination or the determination of the fluctuation pattern may be executed. For example, in a professional wrestling or soccer match or a battle production in which enemy and ally characters fight, a production that wins the game or battle if it is a big hit, and a production that loses the game or battle if it is out of order. May be good. Further, for example, instead of displaying the result of victory or defeat, it is possible to execute an effect in which a predetermined story such as a story is developed in order.

In the upper right portion of the display screen of the effect display device 9, fourth symbol display areas 9c and 9d for displaying the fourth symbol following the effect symbol and the special symbol and the ordinary symbol described later are provided. In this embodiment, the fourth symbol display area 9c for the first special symbol and the second symbol display area 9c for which the variable display of the fourth symbol for the first special symbol is performed in synchronization with the variable display of the first special symbol described later. A fourth symbol display area 9d for the second special symbol is provided, in which the variation display of the fourth symbol for the second special symbol is performed in synchronization with the variation display of the special symbol.

In this embodiment, the variation display of the effect symbol is executed in synchronization with the variation display of the special symbol (however, to be exact, the variation display of the effect symbol varies on the effect control microcomputer 100 side. It is performed by measuring the fluctuation time recognized based on the pattern command.) When performing the production using the effect display device 9, for example, the effect content including the variation display of the effect symbol disappears from the screen for a moment. The mode of production is diversifying, such as the production being performed or the production in which a movable object shields all or part of the screen. Therefore, even when looking at the display screen on the effect display device 9, it may be difficult to recognize whether or not the variable display is currently being performed. Therefore, in this embodiment, is the state of the current variable display by confirming the state of the fourth symbol by further performing the variable display of the fourth symbol on a part of the display screen of the effect display device 9. Whether or not it can be reliably recognized. It should be noted that the fourth symbol is always displayed in a variable manner with a constant operation, and is not erased from the screen or shielded by a shield, so that it can always be visually recognized.

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

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

Further, when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a, the display color reminiscent of the jackpot in the fourth symbol display area 9c for the first special symbol (display color different from the missed, for example, the missed). Sometimes it is displayed in blue, but when it is a big hit, it is displayed in red. The display color may be different depending on the type of big hit (whether it is a probabilistic big hit or a normal big hit). , The display color may be different depending on whether or not it is a jackpot that can be expected to win a game ball to the jackpot (for example, a jackpot other than a sudden probability change jackpot), and for multiple types of jackpots with different numbers of rounds. If it is controllable, the display color may be different according to the number of rounds continued in the jackpot game. Further, even if the number of rounds of each jackpot is the same as in this embodiment, the number of rounds of each jackpot may be the same. For example, the opening time of the big winning opening per round is short (for example, 1 second), and the big hit that can not be expected to win the game ball to the big winning opening is practically, and the opening time of the big winning opening per round is long. (For example, 30 seconds) If there is a big hit that can be expected to win a game ball in the big prize opening, depending on whether or not the game ball can be expected to win in the big prize opening. The display color may be different. For example, depending on the number of times the large winning opening is opened per round, there are a large hit that can be expected to win a game ball to the large winning opening and a big hit that cannot be expected. In this case as well, the display color may be different depending on whether or not the game ball can be expected to win a prize in the large winning opening.

Further, when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display 8b, the display color reminiscent of the jackpot in the fourth symbol display area 9d for the second special symbol (display color different from the missed, for example, the missed). Sometimes it is displayed in blue, but when it is a big hit, it is displayed in red. The display color may be different depending on the type of big hit (whether it is a probabilistic big hit or a normal big hit). , The display color may be different depending on whether or not it is a jackpot that can be expected to win a game ball to the jackpot (for example, a jackpot other than a sudden probability change jackpot), and for multiple types of jackpots with different numbers of rounds. If it is controllable, the display color may be different according to the number of rounds continued in the jackpot game. Further, even if the number of rounds of each jackpot is the same as in this embodiment, the number of rounds of each jackpot may be the same. For example, the opening time of the big winning opening per round is short (for example, 1 second), and the big hit that can not be expected to win the game ball to the big winning opening is practically, and the opening time of the big winning opening per round is long. (For example, 30 seconds) If there is a big hit that can be expected to win a game ball in the big prize opening, depending on whether or not the game ball can be expected to win in the big prize opening. The display color may be different. For example, depending on the number of times the large winning opening is opened per round, there are a large hit that can be expected to win a game ball to the large winning opening and a big hit that cannot be expected. In this case as well, the display color may be different depending on whether or not the game ball can be expected to win a prize in the large winning opening.

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

In this embodiment, the case where the fourth symbol display area is provided on a part of the display screen of the effect display device 9 is shown, but a light emitting body such as a lamp or an LED is used separately from the effect display device 9. The fourth symbol display area may be realized. In this case, for example, the fluctuation (variable display) of the fourth symbol may be realized by continuing the state in which the two LEDs are alternately lit, and any of the two LEDs is stopped. Depending on whether it is displayed or not, it may be indicated whether or not the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed.

Further, in this embodiment, a case is shown in which the first special symbol and the second special symbol are associated with each other and separate fourth symbol display areas 9c and 9d are provided, but the first special symbol and the second special symbol are provided. A fourth symbol display area common to the symbols may be provided on a part of the display screen of the effect display device 9. Further, a fourth symbol display area common to the first special symbol and the second special symbol may be realized by using a light emitting body such as a lamp or an LED. In this case, when the variable display of the fourth symbol is executed in synchronization with the variable display of the first special symbol, and when the variable display of the fourth symbol is executed in synchronization with the variable display of the second special symbol. For example, the variable display of the fourth symbol may be distinguished and executed by performing a display in which the display of different display colors is repeatedly turned on and off at regular time intervals. Further, when the variable display of the fourth symbol is executed in synchronization with the variable display of the first special symbol, and when the variable display of the fourth symbol is executed in synchronization with the variable display of the second special symbol, for example. , The variable display of the fourth symbol may be distinguished and executed by displaying the lights and turns off repeatedly at different time intervals. Further, for example, the same jackpot symbol is used when the stop symbol is derived and displayed in response to the variation display of the first special symbol and when the stop symbol is derived and displayed in response to the variation display of the second special symbol. However, the stop symbol of a different mode may be stopped and displayed.

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

The small display is formed in a square shape, for example. Further, in this embodiment, the type of the first special symbol and the type of the second special symbol are the same (for example, both numbers 0 to 9), but the types may be different. Further, the first special symbol display 8a and the second special symbol display 8b may be configured to variably display, for example, a number (or a two-digit symbol) from 00 to 99, respectively.

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

In this embodiment, the case where two special symbol indicators 8a and 8b are provided is shown, but the gaming machine may include only one special symbol indicator.

In the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol, the first start condition or the second start condition, which is the execution condition of the variable display, is satisfied (for example, the game ball has the first start winning opening 13 or the second starting winning opening). After passing through 14 (including winning), the variable display start condition (for example, when the number of reserved memories is not 0, and the variable display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol is not executed). It is started based on the establishment of a state (a state in which the jackpot game is not executed), and when the variable display time (variable time) elapses, the display result (stop symbol) is derived and displayed. In addition, the passing of the game ball means that the game ball has passed through a pre-determined area such as a winning opening or a gate, and the concept includes that the game ball has entered (winning) in the winning opening. Is. Further, the derivation display of the display result means that the symbol (example of identification information) is finally stopped and displayed.

Below the effect display device 9, a winning device having a first starting winning opening 13 is provided. The game ball that has won the first start winning opening 13 is guided to the back surface of the game board 6 and is detected by the first starting opening switch 13a.

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

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

When the variable winning ball device 15 is controlled in the open state, the game ball heading for the variable winning ball device 15 is extremely easy to win in the second starting winning opening 14. The first start winning opening 13 is provided directly below the effect display device 9, but the distance between the lower end of the effect display device 9 and the first starting winning opening 13 may be further narrowed, or the first starting winning opening may be further narrowed. By arranging the nails densely around 13 or making it difficult to guide the game ball to the 1st start winning opening 13 by arranging the nails around the 1st starting winning opening 13, the winning rate of the 2nd starting winning opening 14 It may be made higher than the winning rate of the first starting winning opening 13.

In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 1, a variable winning ball device 15 that opens and closes only the second starting winning opening 14 is provided, but the first starting winning opening 13 and the second are provided. A variable winning ball device that opens and closes each of the starting winning openings 14 may be provided.

Above the second special symbol display 8b, there is a second special symbol hold storage display 18b composed of four indicators for displaying the number of valid winning balls entered in the second start winning opening 14, that is, the number of second hold storages. It is provided. The second special symbol hold storage display 18b increases the number of lit indicators by 1 each time there is a valid start prize. Then, each time the variable display on the second special symbol display 8b is started, the number of lit indicators is reduced by one.

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

Further, at the lower part of the display screen of the effect display device 9, a total hold storage display unit 18c for displaying the total number (total hold storage number) which is the total of the first hold storage number and the second hold storage number is provided. ing. In this embodiment, since the total hold storage display unit 18c that displays the total number is provided as described above, it is easy to grasp the total number of execution conditions that do not satisfy the variable display start condition. be able to. A first hold storage display unit for displaying the first hold storage number and a second hold storage display unit for displaying the second hold storage number may be provided.

The effect display device 9 is for decoration (for effect) during the variable display time of the first special symbol by the first special symbol display 8a and during the variable display time of the second special symbol by the second special symbol display 8b. Variable display of the production symbol as the symbol of. The variable display of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display 8a and the variable display of the effect symbol on the effect display device 9 are synchronized with each other. Further, the variable display of the second special symbol on the second special symbol display 8b and the variable display of the effect symbol on the effect display device 9 are synchronized with each other. Further, when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a and when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display 8b, the effect symbol reminiscent of the jackpot on the effect display device 9. The combination of is stopped and displayed.

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

On the left side of the effect display device 9, a normal symbol display 10 for variably displaying a normal symbol is provided. In this embodiment, the ordinary symbol display 10 is realized by a simple and small display (for example, a 7-segment LED) capable of variably displaying numbers 0 to 9. That is, the normal symbol display 10 is configured to variably display numbers (or symbols) from 0 to 9. Further, the small display is formed in a square shape, for example. The ordinary symbol display 10 may be configured to variably display a number (or a two-digit symbol) from 00 to 99, for example. Further, the ordinary symbol display 10 is not limited to a 7-segment LED or the like, for example, a display capable of lighting and displaying a predetermined symbol display (for example, a decorative lamp capable of alternately lighting and displaying "○" and "×"). It may be composed of.

When the game ball passes through the gate 32 and is detected by the gate switch 32a, the variable display of the display of the normal symbol display 10 is started. Then, when the stop symbol on the normal symbol display 10 is a predetermined symbol (hit symbol, for example, symbol "7"), the variable winning ball device 15 is opened a predetermined number of times and for a predetermined time. That is, the state of the variable winning ball device 15 is a state in which the player is advantageous from a disadvantageous state to an advantageous state (a state in which the game ball can be won in the second starting winning opening 14) when the stop symbol of the normal symbol is a hit symbol. Changes to. In the vicinity of the normal symbol display 10, a normal symbol hold storage display 41 having a display unit with four LEDs for displaying the number of winning balls that have passed through the gate 32 is provided. Every time the game ball passes through the gate 32, that is, every time the game ball is detected by the gate switch 32a, the normal symbol hold storage display 41 increases the number of lit LEDs by one. Then, each time the variable display of the normal symbol display 10 is started, the number of lit LEDs is reduced by 1. Furthermore, the probability variation state is a state in which the probability of being determined to be a big hit is higher than that in the normal state (a state in which the probability of being determined to be a big hit as a result of the fluctuation display of a special symbol is increased as compared with the normal state). Then, the probability that the stopped symbol on the normal symbol display 10 becomes a hit symbol is increased, and the opening time and the number of times of opening of the variable winning ball device 15 are increased. Further, the opening time and the number of times of opening of the variable winning ball device 15 are increased even in the time saving state (the game state in which the variable display time of the special symbol is shortened) in which the fluctuation time of the symbol is shortened although it is not the probabilistic state.

At the lower part of the game board 6, there is an out opening 26 in which a hit ball that has not won a prize is taken in. Further, four speakers 27 for producing sound effects and sounds as predetermined sound outputs are provided on the upper left and right upper parts and the lower left and right lower parts on the outside of the game area 7. A frame LED 28 provided on the front frame is provided on the outer periphery of the game area 7. The frame LED 28 can emit light in a plurality of modes. In this embodiment, the frame LED 28 is capable of emitting white, blue, green and red light.

The game machine is a ball launching device (not shown) that drives a drive motor in response to the player operating the ball striking handle 5 and launches the game ball into the game area 7 by using the rotational force of the drive motor. ) Is provided. The game ball launched from the hit ball launcher enters the game area 7 through a hit ball rail formed in a circular shape so as to surround the game area 7, and then descends from the game area 7. When the game ball enters the first start winning opening 13 and is detected by the first start opening switch 13a, if the variable display of the first special symbol can be started (for example, the variable display of the special symbol ends and the first 1), the variable display (variation) of the first special symbol is started on the first special symbol display 8a, and the variable display of the effect symbol is started on the effect display device 9. That is, the variable display of the first special symbol and the effect symbol corresponds to the winning of the first starting winning opening 13. Unless the variable display of the first special symbol can be started, the first reserved storage number is incremented by 1 on condition that the first reserved storage number has not reached the upper limit value.

When the game ball enters the second start winning opening 14 and is detected by the second start opening switch 14a, if the variable display of the second special symbol can be started (for example, the variable display of the special symbol ends and the second special symbol is displayed. 2), the second special symbol display 8b starts the variable display (variation) of the second special symbol, and the effect display device 9 starts the variable display of the effect symbol. That is, the variable display of the second special symbol and the effect symbol corresponds to the winning of the second starting winning opening 14. Unless the variable display of the second special symbol can be started, the second reserved storage number is incremented by 1 on condition that the second reserved storage number has not reached the upper limit value.

In this embodiment, in the case of a probability variation jackpot, the game state is shifted to the high probability state (probability variation state), and the game ball is easily started and won a prize (that is, the special symbol displays 8a, 8b and the effect). It shifts to a high base state which is a game state controlled so that the execution condition of the variable display in the display device 9 is easily satisfied (in this embodiment, it shifts to a time saving state). Also, when the gaming state is changed to the time saving state, it is also changed to the high base state. In the high base state, for example, the frequency with which the variable winning ball device 15 is opened is increased, or the time during which the variable winning ball device 15 is opened is extended as compared with the case where the high base state is not achieved. It becomes easier to win a starting prize.

In addition, instead of extending the time during which the variable winning ball device 15 is in the open state (also referred to as an open extension state), the state shifts to a normal symbol probability variation state in which the probability that the stopped symbol on the normal symbol display 10 becomes a hit symbol is increased. By doing so, it may shift to a high base state. When the stop symbol on the normal symbol display 10 becomes a predetermined symbol (hit symbol), the variable winning ball device 15 is opened a predetermined number of times and for a predetermined time. In this case, by controlling the transition to the normal symbol probability change state, the probability that the stopped symbol on the normal symbol display 10 becomes a hit symbol is increased, and the frequency with which the variable winning ball device 15 is opened increases. Therefore, if the state shifts to the normal symbol probability variation state, the opening time and the number of times of opening of the variable winning ball device 15 are increased, and the starting winning state becomes easy (high base state). That is, the opening time and the number of times of opening of the variable winning ball device 15 are increased when the stop symbol of the normal symbol is the hit symbol or the stop symbol of the special symbol is the probabilistic symbol, which is disadvantageous to the player. It changes from a state to an advantageous state (a state in which it is easy to win a start). It should be noted that increasing the number of times of opening is a concept including changing from a closed state to an open state.

Further, the normal symbol display 10 may shift to the high base state by shifting to the normal symbol time saving state in which the fluctuation time (variable display period) of the normal symbol is shortened. In the normal symbol time reduction state, the fluctuation time of the normal symbol is shortened, so that the frequency of starting the fluctuation of the normal symbol increases, and as a result, the frequency of hitting the normal symbol increases. Therefore, as the frequency of hitting the normal symbol increases, the frequency of opening the variable winning ball device 15 increases, and the start winning is easy to win (high base state).

In addition, by shifting to a time-saving state in which the fluctuation time (variable display period) of the special symbol or the effect symbol is shortened, the fluctuation time of the special symbol or the effect symbol is shortened, so that the variation of the special symbol or the effect symbol starts. It can be done more frequently (in other words, the reserved memory is digested faster), and the situation where an invalid start prize is generated can be reduced. Therefore, a valid start winning prize is likely to occur, and as a result, the possibility that a big hit game is performed increases.

Furthermore, by shifting to all the states shown above (open extension state, normal symbol probability change state, normal symbol time reduction state and special symbol time reduction state), it becomes easier to win a start prize (shift to a high base state). You may. In addition, by shifting to any one or more of the above-mentioned states (open extension state, normal symbol probability change state, normal symbol time reduction state, and special symbol time reduction state), it becomes easier to win a start prize (high base). It may be changed to the state). In addition, by shifting to only one of the above-mentioned states (open extension state, normal symbol probability change state, normal symbol time reduction state, and special symbol time reduction state), it becomes easier to win a start prize (high). It may move to the base state).

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

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

Since the CPU 56 of the game control microcomputer 560 executes control according to the program stored in the ROM 54, the game control microcomputer 560 (or CPU 56) will execute (or process) the following. Specifically, the CPU 56 executes control according to a program. This also applies to the microcomputer mounted on a substrate other than the main substrate 31.

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

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

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

Further, an input driver circuit 58 that gives detection signals from the gate switch 32a, the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a, and the count switch 23 to the game control microcomputer 560 is also mounted on the main board 31. The main board also includes an output circuit 59 that drives a solenoid 16 that opens and closes the variable winning ball device 15 and a solenoid 21 that opens and closes the special variable winning ball device 20 that forms a large winning opening according to a command from the game control microcomputer 560. It is mounted on 31.

Further, the game control microcomputer 560 includes a first special symbol display 8a for variably displaying a special symbol, a second special symbol display 8b, a normal symbol display 10 for variably displaying a normal symbol, and a first special symbol hold memory. The display control of the display 18a, the second special symbol holding storage display 18b, and the normal symbol holding storage display 41 is performed.

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

In this embodiment, the effect control means (consisting of the effect control microcomputer) mounted on the effect control board 80 instructs the effect content from the game control microcomputer 560 via the relay board 77. The display control of the effect display device 9 that receives the effect control command and variably displays the effect symbol is performed.

Further, the effect control means mounted on the effect control board 80 controls the display of the frame LED 28 and the like provided on the frame side via the lamp driver board 35, and the speaker 27 via the sound output board 70. Controls the sound output from.

FIG. 3 is a block diagram showing a circuit configuration example of the relay board 77, the effect control board 80, the lamp driver board 35, and the audio output board 70. In the example shown in FIG. 3, the lamp driver board 35 and the audio output board 70 are not equipped with a microcomputer, but a microcomputer may be mounted. Further, the lamp driver board 35 and the audio output board 70 may not be provided, and only the effect control board 80 may be provided for the effect control.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

In the lamp driver board 35, the signal for driving the LED is input to the LED driver 352 via the input driver 351. The LED driver 352 supplies a current to a light emitter such as the frame LED 28 based on a signal for driving the LED.

In the voice output board 70, the sound number data is input to the voice synthesis IC 703 via the input driver 702. The voice synthesis IC 703 generates voices and sound effects corresponding to the sound number data and outputs them to the amplifier circuit 705. The amplifier circuit 705 outputs a voice signal obtained by amplifying the output level of the voice synthesis IC 703 to a level corresponding to the volume set by the volume 706 to the speaker 27. The voice data ROM 704 stores control data according to the sound number data. The control data according to the sound number data is a collection of data showing the output mode of the sound effect or the sound in a predetermined period (for example, the fluctuation period of the effect symbol) in chronological order.

Next, the operation of the game machine will be described. FIG. 4 is a flowchart showing a main process executed by the game control microcomputer 560 on the main board 31. When the power is turned on to the game machine and the power supply is started, the input level of the reset terminal to which the reset signal is input becomes high level, and the game control microcomputer 560 (specifically, CPU 56) After executing the security check process, which is a process for confirming whether the contents of the program are valid, the main process after step S1 is started. In the main process, the CPU 56 first makes necessary initial settings.

In the initial setting process, the CPU 56 first sets interrupt prohibition (step S1). Next, the interrupt mode is set to the interrupt mode 2 (step S2), and the stack pointer designated address is set in the stack pointer (step S3). Then, after initializing the built-in device (initializing the built-in device (built-in peripheral circuit) CTC (counter / timer) and PIO (parallel input / output port), etc.) (step S4), the RAM can be accessed. (Step S5). In the interrupt mode 2, the address synthesized from the value (1 byte) of the specific register (I register) built in the CPU 56 and the interrupt vector (1 byte: least significant bit 0) output by the built-in device is This mode indicates the interrupt address.

Next, the CPU 56 confirms the state of the output signal (clear signal) of the clear switch (for example, mounted on the power supply board) input via the input port (step S6). When the ON is detected in the confirmation, the CPU 56 executes a normal initialization process (steps S10 to S15).

If the clear switch is not on, check whether data protection processing in the backup RAM area (for example, processing when power supply is stopped such as addition of parity data) was performed when power supply to the game machine was stopped. (Step S7). After confirming that such protection processing has not been performed, the CPU 56 executes initialization processing. Whether or not there is backup data in the backup RAM area is confirmed by, for example, the state of the backup flag set in the backup RAM area in the power supply stop processing.

After confirming that the power supply stop processing has been performed, the CPU 56 checks the data in the backup RAM area (step S8). In this embodiment, a parity check is performed as a data check. Therefore, in step S8, the calculated checksum is compared with the checksum calculated and saved by the same processing in the power supply stop processing. If the data is restored after the power supply is stopped due to an unexpected power failure or the like, the data in the backup RAM area should be saved, so the check result (comparison result) becomes normal (match). If the check result is not normal, it means that the data in the backup RAM area is different from the data when the power supply is stopped. In such a case, since the internal state cannot be returned to the state when the power supply is stopped, the initialization process executed when the power is turned on, which is not the time when the power supply is stopped, is executed.

If the check result is normal, the CPU 56 performs game state restoration processing (steps S41 to S43) for returning the internal state of the game control means and the control state of the electric component control means such as the effect control means to the state when the power supply is stopped. Processing) is performed. Specifically, the start address of the backup setting table stored in the ROM 54 is set in the pointer (step S41), and the contents of the backup setting table are sequentially set in the work area (area in the RAM 55) (step S42). ). The work area is backed up by a backup power supply. In the backup setting table, initialization data for an area that may be initialized in the work area is set. By the processing of steps S41 and S42, the saved contents remain as they are for the portion of the work area that should not be initialized. The part that should not be initialized is, for example, the data indicating the game state before the power supply is stopped (special symbol process flag, probability change flag, time saving flag, etc.), and the area where the output state of the output port is saved (output port buffer). ), The part where the data indicating the number of unpaid prize balls is set.

Further, the CPU 56 transmits a power failure recovery designation command as an initialization command at the time of power supply recovery (step S43). Further, the CPU 56 transmits a display result designation command specifying a display result (normal jackpot, probability variation jackpot, sudden probability variation jackpot, small hit, or loss) stored in the backup RAM to the effect control board 80 (step). S44). Then, the process proceeds to step S14. In step S44, for example, when the value of the special symbol pointer described later is also stored in the backup RAM, the CPU 56 also transmits the first symbol variation designation command and the second symbol variation designation command (see FIG. 8). You may try to do it. In this case, the effect control microcomputer 100 may restart the variation display of the fourth symbol based on the reception of the first symbol variation designation command and the second symbol variation designation command.

In this embodiment, the value of the variable time timer, which will be described later, is also stored in the backup RAM area. Therefore, when the power failure is restored, after the display result designation command is transmitted in step S44, the measurement of the value of the saved fluctuation time timer is restarted, the fluctuation display of the special symbol is restarted, and the data is saved. When the value of the variable time timer that has been set timed out, a symbol confirmation specification command, which will be described later, is transmitted. Further, in this embodiment, the value of the special symbol process flag described later is also stored in the backup RAM area. Therefore, when the power failure is restored, the special symbol process processing is restarted from the process corresponding to the value of the saved special symbol process flag.

Instead of always transmitting the display result specification command when the power is restored, the CPU 56 may first check whether or not the value of the variable time timer stored in the backup RAM area is 0. .. Then, if the value of the fluctuation time timer is not 0, it is determined that there is a power failure during the fluctuation, and a display result specification command is transmitted. If the fluctuation time timer is 0, the fluctuation is occurring during the power failure. It may be determined that the state is not present and the display result specification command may not be sent.

Further, the CPU 56 may first check whether or not the value of the special symbol process flag stored in the backup RAM area is 3. Then, if the value of the special symbol process flag is 3, it is determined that a power failure occurs during the fluctuation, and a display result specification command is transmitted. If the special symbol process flag is not 3, the fluctuation occurs during a power failure. It may be determined that it was not inside, and the display result specification command may not be sent.

In this embodiment, it is confirmed whether or not the data in the backup RAM area is saved by using both the backup flag and the check data, but only one of them may be used. That is, either the backup flag or the check data may be used as an opportunity to execute the game state recovery process.

In the initialization process, the CPU 56 first performs a RAM clear process (step S10). By the RAM clear processing, predetermined data (for example, data of the count value of the counter for generating a random number for determining a normal symbol hit) is initialized to 0, but is an arbitrary value or a predetermined value. It may be initialized to. Further, the entire area of the RAM 55 may not be initialized, and predetermined data (for example, data of the count value of the counter for generating a random number for determining a normal symbol hit) may be left as it is. Further, the start address of the initialization table stored in the ROM 54 is set in the pointer (step S11), and the contents of the initialization setting table are sequentially set in the work area (step S12).

By the processing of steps S11 and S12, for example, a random number counter for determining a normal symbol hit, a special symbol buffer, a total prize ball number storage buffer, a special symbol process flag, and other flags for selectively processing according to the control state are initially set. The value is set.

Further, the CPU 56 is an initialization designation command (a command indicating that the game control microcomputer 560 has executed the initialization process) for initializing the sub-board (a board on which a microcomputer other than the main board 31 is mounted). Is also transmitted to the sub-board (step S13). For example, when the effect control microcomputer 100 receives the initialization designation command, the effect display device 9 performs a screen display for notifying that the control of the game machine has been initialized, that is, an initialization notification.

Further, the CPU 56 executes a random number circuit setting process for initializing the random number circuit 503 (step S14). The CPU 56 sets the random number circuit 503 to update the value of the random number R, for example, by executing the process according to the random number circuit setting program.

Then, in step S15, the CPU 56 sets the CTC register built in the game control microcomputer 560 so that the timer interrupt is periodically applied at predetermined time (for example, 4 ms). That is, as an initial value, a value corresponding to, for example, 4 ms is set in a predetermined register (time constant register). In this embodiment, it is assumed that the timer is interrupted periodically every 4 ms.

When the execution of the initialization process (steps S10 to S15) is completed, the CPU 56 repeatedly executes the display random number update process (step S17) and the initial value random number update process (step S18) in the main process. When executing the display random number update process and the initial value random number update process, the interrupt prohibition state is set (step S16), and when the execution of the display random number update process and the initial value random number update process is completed, the interrupt enable state is set. Set (step S19). In this embodiment, the display random number is a random number for determining the stop symbol of the special symbol when it is not a big hit, or a random number for determining whether or not to reach when it is not a big hit, and it is displayed. The random number update process is a process of updating the count value of the counter for generating a random number for display. Further, the initial value random number update process is a process of updating the count value of the counter for generating the initial value random number. In this embodiment, the initial value random number is the initial value of the count value of the counter for generating a random number for determining whether or not to hit the normal symbol (normal symbol hit determination random number generation counter). It is a random number to determine. Game control processing that controls the progress of the game, which will be described later (the game control microcomputer 560 controls the game devices such as the effect display device, the variable winning ball device, and the ball payout device provided in the game machine. In the process of performing, or the process of transmitting a command signal to be controlled by another microcomputer, also called the game device control process), the count value of the random number for normal symbol hit determination is one lap (taking the random number for normal symbol hit judgment). When the step is taken by the number of numerical values between the minimum value and the maximum value of the possible value), the initial value is set in the counter.

In this embodiment, the reach effect is executed by using the effect symbol that is variably displayed on the effect display device 9. In addition, when the display result of the special symbol is a jackpot symbol, the reach effect is always executed (however, in the case of a sudden probability variation jackpot, the sudden probability variation jackpot symbol (for example, "135") is not a reach. May be displayed as stopped). When the display result of the special symbol is not a big hit symbol, the game control microcomputer 560 determines whether or not to execute the reach effect by performing a lottery to determine the fluctuation pattern type and the fluctuation pattern using random numbers. To do. However, it is the effect control microcomputer 100 that actually executes the control of the reach effect.

When the timer interrupt occurs, the CPU 56 executes the timer interrupt process in steps S20 to S34 shown in FIG. In the timer interrupt process, first, a power failure detection process for detecting whether or not a power failure signal has been output (whether or not it has been turned on) is executed (step S20). The power off signal is output when, for example, the power supply monitoring circuit mounted on the power supply board detects a drop in the voltage of the power supply supplied to the game machine. Then, in the power supply cutoff detection process, when the CPU 56 detects that the power supply cutoff signal has been output, it executes a power supply stop time process for storing necessary data in the backup RAM area. Next, the detection signals of the gate switch 32a, the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a, and the count switch 23 are input via the input driver circuit 58, and their states are determined (switch processing: step S21). ).

Next, the CPU 56 includes a first special symbol display 8a, a second special symbol display 8b, a normal symbol display 10, a first special symbol hold storage display 18a, a second special symbol hold storage display 18b, and a normal symbol. A display control process for controlling the display of the hold storage display 41 is executed (step S22). Regarding the first special symbol display 8a, the second special symbol display 8b, and the normal symbol display 10, a drive signal is output to each display according to the contents of the output buffer set in steps S32 and S33. Take control.

In addition, a process of updating the count value of each counter for generating each determination random number such as a normal symbol hit determination random number used for game control is performed (determination random number update process: step S23). The CPU 56 further performs a process of updating the count value of the counter for generating the initial value random number and the display random number (initial value random number update process, display random number update process: steps S24 and S25).

Further, the CPU 56 performs a special symbol process process (step S26). In the special symbol process process, the corresponding process is executed according to the special symbol process flag for controlling the first special symbol display 8a, the second special symbol display 8b, and the grand prize opening in a predetermined order. The CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag according to the game state.

Next, the normal symbol process process is performed (step S27). In the normal symbol process process, the CPU 56 executes the corresponding process according to the normal symbol process flag for controlling the display state of the normal symbol display 10 in a predetermined order. The CPU 56 updates the value of the normal symbol process flag according to the game state.

Further, the CPU 56 performs a process of sending an effect control command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (effect control command control process: step S28).

Further, the CPU 56 performs an information output process for outputting data such as jackpot information, start information, and probability fluctuation information supplied to the hall management computer (step S29).

Further, the CPU 56 executes a prize ball process for setting the number of prize balls based on the detection signals of the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a, and the count switch 23 (step S30). Specifically, the payout control micro mounted on the payout control board 37 responds to the winning detection based on any of the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a, and the count switch 23 being turned on. A payout control command (prize ball number signal) indicating the number of prize balls is output to the computer. The payout control microcomputer drives the ball payout device 97 in response to a payout control command indicating the number of prize balls.

In this embodiment, a RAM area (output port buffer) corresponding to the output state of the output port is provided, but the CPU 56 relates to turning on / off the solenoid in the RAM area corresponding to the output state of the output port. The contents are output to the output port (step S31: output processing).

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

Further, the CPU 56 performs a normal symbol display control process for setting the normal symbol display control data for displaying the effect of the normal symbol according to the value of the normal symbol process flag in the output buffer for setting the normal symbol display control data (the normal symbol display control process). Step S33). For example, when the start flag related to the fluctuation of the normal symbol is set, the CPU 56 switches the display state (“○” and “×”) of the fluctuation speed of the normal symbol every 0.2 seconds until the end flag is set. At such a speed, the value of the display control data set in the output buffer (for example, 1 indicating "○" and 0 indicating "x") is switched every 0.2 seconds. Further, the CPU 56 executes the effect display of the normal symbol on the normal symbol display 10 by outputting the drive signal in step S22 according to the display control data set in the output buffer.

After that, the interrupt permission state is set (step S34), and the process ends.

With the above control, in this embodiment, the game control process is started every 4 ms. The game control process corresponds to the process of steps S21 to S33 (excluding step S29) in the timer interrupt process. Further, in this embodiment, the game control process is executed in the timer interrupt process, but in the timer interrupt process, for example, only a flag indicating that an interrupt has occurred is set, and the game control process is the main process. It may be executed in.

When the misaligned symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b and the effect display device 9, the variable display state of the effect symbol is changed after the variable display of the effect symbol is started. A combination of predetermined effect symbols that do not reach the reach state may be stopped and displayed without reaching the reach state. Such a variable display mode of the effect symbol is referred to as a "non-reach" (also referred to as "normally out of place") variable display mode when the variable display result is an out-of-order symbol.

When the misaligned symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b and the effect display device 9, the variable display state of the effect symbol is changed after the variable display of the effect symbol is started. The reach effect is executed after the reach state is reached, and a combination of predetermined effect symbols that do not finally become a jackpot symbol may be stopped and displayed. Such a variable display result of the effect symbol is referred to as a variable display mode of "reach" (also referred to as "reach loss") when the variable display result is "out of reach".

In this embodiment, when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b, the reach effect is executed after the variable display state of the effect symbol becomes the reach state. Finally, the effect symbols are aligned and stopped and displayed in the "left", "middle", and "right" symbol display areas 9L, 9C, and 9R of the effect display device 9 (however, in the case of a sudden probability change jackpot). In some cases, the probability change jackpot symbol (for example, "135") is stopped and displayed without becoming a reach.

When the small hit "5" is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b, the variable display mode of the effect symbol is "sudden probability change big hit" in the effect display device 9. After the variable display of the effect symbol is performed in the same manner as in the case of, a predetermined small hit symbol (the same symbol as the sudden probability change big hit symbol, for example, "135") may be stopped and displayed. The display effect in the effect display device 9 corresponding to the stop display of the small hit symbol "5" on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b is referred to as a variable display mode of "small hit". ..

Here, the small hit is a hit that is allowed up to a number of times that the number of times the big winning opening is opened is smaller than that of the big hit (in this embodiment, the opening for 0.1 second is twice). When the small hit game is completed, the game state does not change. That is, there is no transition from the probabilistic state to the normal state or transition from the normal state to the probabilistic state. Further, the sudden probability change big hit is allowed up to the number of times that the big winning opening is opened a small number of times in the big hit game state (in this embodiment, opening for 0.1 second is twice), but the opening time of the big winning opening is extremely long. A short jackpot and a jackpot that shifts the gaming state after the jackpot game to a probabilistic state (that is, by doing so, it appears to the player as if it suddenly became a probabilistic state. Is). That is, in this embodiment, the sudden change big hit and the small hit have the same opening pattern of the big winning opening. By controlling in this way, if the big winning opening is opened twice for 0.1 seconds, it is not possible to recognize whether it is a sudden change big hit or a small hit, so it is a high probability state for the player. (Probability change state) can be expected, and the interest of the game can be improved.

FIG. 6 is an explanatory diagram showing each random number. Each random number is used as follows.
(1) Random 1 (MR1): Determines the type of jackpot (normal jackpot, probability variation jackpot, sudden probability variation jackpot, which will be described later) (for determining the jackpot type).
(2) Random 2 (MR2): Determine the type (type) of the fluctuation pattern (for determining the fluctuation pattern type)
(3) Random 3 (MR3): Determine the fluctuation pattern (fluctuation time) (for determining the fluctuation pattern)
(4) Random 4 (MR4): Determines whether or not to generate a hit based on a normal symbol (for normal symbol hit determination).
(5) Random 5 (MR5): Determine the initial value of random 4 (for determining the initial value of random 4)

In this embodiment, the variation pattern is first determined by using the variation pattern type determination random number (random 2), and the variation is determined by using the variation pattern determination random number (random 3). Determine one of the fluctuation patterns included in the pattern type. As such, in this embodiment, the variation pattern is determined by a two-step lottery process.

The fluctuation pattern type is a group of a plurality of fluctuation patterns according to the characteristics of the fluctuation mode. For example, a plurality of fluctuation patterns are grouped by reach type, and include a fluctuation pattern type including a fluctuation pattern with normal reach, a fluctuation pattern type including a fluctuation pattern with super reach A, and a fluctuation pattern with super reach B. It may be divided into fluctuation pattern types. Further, for example, a plurality of fluctuation patterns are grouped by the number of re-variations of the pseudo-ream, and a fluctuation pattern type including a fluctuation pattern without a pseudo-ream, a fluctuation pattern type including a fluctuation pattern of one re-variation, and a re-variation. It may be divided into a fluctuation pattern type including a fluctuation pattern of two fluctuations and a fluctuation pattern type including a fluctuation pattern of three re-variations. Further, for example, a plurality of fluctuation patterns may be grouped according to the presence or absence of a specific effect such as a pseudo-ream or a sliding effect.

In step S23 in the game control process shown in FIG. 5, the game control microcomputer 560 is a counter for generating the big hit type determination random number (1) and the ordinary symbol hit determination random number (4). Count up (add 1). That is, they are random numbers for determination, and random numbers other than these are random numbers for display (random 2, random 3) or random numbers for initial values (random 5). In addition, random numbers other than the above random numbers may be used in order to enhance the game effect. Further, in this embodiment, as the jackpot determination random number, a random number generated by the hardware built in the game control microcomputer 560 (may be external hardware of the game control microcomputer 560) is used. As the big hit determination random number, a software random number may be used instead of the hardware random number.

FIG. 7A is an explanatory diagram showing a jackpot determination table. The jackpot determination table is a collection of data stored in the ROM 54, and is a table in which a jackpot determination value to be compared with the random R is set. The jackpot determination table includes a normal jackpot determination table used in a normal state and a time saving state (that is, a gaming state that is not a probability variation state) and a probability variation jackpot determination table used in the probability variation state. Each numerical value shown in the left column of FIG. 7 (A) is set in the normal jackpot determination table, and each numerical value described in the right column of FIG. 7 (A) is set in the probability variation jackpot determination table. Is set. The numerical value shown in FIG. 7A is the jackpot determination value.

7 (B) and 7 (C) are explanatory views showing a small hit determination table. The small hit determination table is a collection of data stored in the ROM 54, and is a table in which a small hit determination value to be compared with the random R is set. The small hit determination table includes a small hit determination table (for the first special symbol) used when displaying the variation of the first special symbol and a small hit determination table used when displaying the variation of the second special symbol. (For the second special design). Each numerical value shown in FIG. 7 (B) is set in the small hit determination table (for the first special symbol), and in FIG. 7 (C) in the small hit determination table (for the second special symbol). Each numerical value described is set. Further, the numerical values shown in FIGS. 7B and 7C are small hit determination values.

It should be noted that the small hit may be determined only when the variable display of the first special symbol is performed, and the small hit may not be provided when the variable display of the second special symbol is performed. In this case, it is not necessary to provide the small hit determination table for the second special symbol shown in FIG. 7 (C). In this embodiment, when the gaming state is shifted to the probabilistic state, the variation display of the second special symbol is mainly executed. If a small hit is generated even when the game state is shifted to the probabilistic state, and an effect of inciting whether or not the game state is probable is set, the current game state is in the probabilistic state. On the contrary, it makes the player feel annoyed. Therefore, if it is configured so that small hits do not occur during the variable display of the second special symbol, it is difficult for small hits to occur when the game state is in the probable change state, and the fanning effect for the probable change is not performed more than necessary. It is possible to prevent a situation in which the player feels annoyed.

The CPU 56 extracts the count value of the random number circuit 503 at a predetermined time and sets the extracted value as the value of the big hit determination random number (random R). The big hit determination random number value is shown in FIG. 7A. If any of the jackpot determination values is matched, it is decided to make a jackpot (normal jackpot, probability variation jackpot, sudden probability variation jackpot, which will be described later) for the special symbol. Further, when the random value for the big hit determination matches any of the small hit determination values shown in FIGS. 7 (B) and 7 (C), it is determined to make a small hit with respect to the special symbol. The "probability" shown in FIG. 7A indicates the probability (ratio) of a big hit. Further, the "probability" shown in FIGS. 7 (B) and 7 (C) indicates the probability (ratio) of a small hit. Further, deciding whether or not to make a big hit means deciding whether or not to shift to the big hit game state, but the stop symbol in the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b is determined. It also means deciding whether or not to make a big hit design. Further, determining whether or not to make a small hit means determining whether or not to shift to the small hit game state, but stop at the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b. It also means deciding whether or not to make the symbol a small hit symbol.

In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 7B and 7C, when the small hit determination table (for the first special symbol) is used, the small hit is determined at a rate of 1/300. On the other hand, when the small hit determination table (second special symbol) is used, the case where the small hit is determined at a rate of 1/3000 will be described. Therefore, in this embodiment, when the first start winning opening 13 is entered and the variation display of the first special symbol is executed, the second starting winning opening 14 is entered and the second special symbol is displayed. Compared to the case where the variable display is executed, the rate of being determined as "small hit" is high.

7 (D) and 7 (E) are explanatory views showing the jackpot type determination tables 131a and 131b stored in the ROM 54. Of these, FIG. 7 (D) determines the jackpot type using the hold memory based on the game ball winning the first start winning opening 13 (that is, when the variable display of the first special symbol is performed). It is a jackpot type determination table (for the first special symbol) 131a of the case. Further, FIG. 7 (E) shows a case where the jackpot type is determined by using the hold memory based on the game ball winning the second start winning opening 14 (that is, when the variation display of the second special symbol is performed). It is a jackpot type determination table (for the second special symbol) 131b.

The jackpot type determination tables 131a and 131b set the jackpot type to "normal jackpot" or "normal jackpot" based on a random number (random 1) for determining the jackpot type when it is determined that the variable display result is a jackpot symbol. It is a table referred to for determining either "probability change jackpot" or "sudden change jackpot". In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 7 (D) and 7 (E), 5 determination values are assigned to the “sudden probability change jackpot” in the jackpot type determination table 131a (40 minutes). The jackpot type judgment table 131b is assigned one judgment value for the "sudden probability change jackpot" (1/40 ratio), whereas the jackpot type judgment table 131b is assigned one judgment value for the "sudden probability change jackpot". (Suddenly determined to be a probabilistic jackpot). Therefore, in this embodiment, when the first start winning opening 13 is entered and the variation display of the first special symbol is executed, the second starting winning opening 14 is entered and the second special symbol is displayed. Compared to the case where the fluctuation display is executed, the rate of being determined as "sudden probability change jackpot" is high. It should be noted that the "sudden probability change jackpot" is distributed only to the jackpot type determination table 131a for the first special symbol, and the "sudden probability variation jackpot" is not distributed to the jackpot type determination table 131b for the second special symbol (that is, , "Sudden probability change jackpot" may be determined only when the variation display of the first special symbol is performed).

In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 7 (D) and 7 (E), a sudden probability change jackpot as a first specific game state in which a predetermined amount of game value is given, and an amount larger than the game value. In some cases, it may be determined as a 15-round normal jackpot or a probabilistic jackpot as the second specific gaming state that gives the game value, and the first specific gaming state is performed at a high rate when the variation display of the first special symbol is executed. However, the game value to be given is not limited to the number of rounds as shown in this embodiment. For example, as compared with the first specific game state, the second specific game state in which the permissible amount of the number of winnings (count number) of the game ball to the large winning opening per round is increased as the game value is determined. May be good. Further, for example, the second specific game state in which the opening time of the big winning opening per big hit during the big hit is lengthened as compared with the first specific game state may be determined. Further, for example, even in the same 15-round big hit, the first specific gaming state in which the big winning opening is opened once per round and the second specific gaming state in which the big winning opening is opened a plurality of times per round are defined. It may be prepared and the game value of the second specific game state may be increased by substantially increasing the number of times the large winning opening is opened. In this case, for example, in either the first specific game state or the second specific game state, when the large winning opening is opened 15 times (in this case, all 15 rounds in the case of the first specific game state). In the case of the second specific game state, an undigested round remains), and an effect of a mode that encourages whether or not the jackpot continues further may be executed. Then, in the case of the first specific game state, all 15 rounds are internally completed, so the jackpot game is ended, and in the case of the second specific game state, undigested rounds remain internally. Therefore, the jackpot game may be continued (a production in which the opening of the jackpot is additionally started with a bonus after the jackpot of 15 times opening is completed).

In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 7 (D) and 7 (E), the jackpot types include "normal jackpot", "probability change jackpot", and "sudden probability variation jackpot". In this embodiment, the number of rounds executed in the jackpot game is two types, 15 rounds and 2 rounds, but the number of rounds executed in the jackpot game is shown in this embodiment. It is not limited to the ones. For example, a 10R probability variable jackpot controlled for a 10-round jackpot game, a 7R probability variable jackpot controlled for a 7-round jackpot game, and a 5R probability variable jackpot controlled for a 5-round jackpot game may be provided. Further, in this embodiment, the case where the big hit types are three types of "normal big hit", "probability change big hit" and "sudden change big hit" is shown, but the case is not limited to three types, for example, four or more types. A jackpot type may be provided. On the contrary, the number of jackpot types may be less than three, and for example, only two types may be provided as jackpot types.

The "normal jackpot" is a jackpot that is controlled to a jackpot gaming state of 15 rounds and shifts to only a time saving state after the end of the jackpot gaming state (see step S167 described later). Then, after shifting to the time saving state, when the variation display is completed a predetermined number of times (100 times in this embodiment), the time saving state ends (see steps S168 and S137 to S140). Even before the end of the fluctuation display a predetermined number of times, the time saving state is ended even when the next big hit occurs (see step S132).

The "probability change jackpot" is a jackpot that controls the jackpot game state of 15 rounds and shifts to the probability change state after the end of the jackpot game state (in this embodiment, it shifts to the probability change state and also in the time saving state. Migrate. See steps S169 and S170 described later). Then, the probabilistic state and the time saving state continue until the next big hit occurs (see step S132).

Further, the "sudden change jackpot" is allowed up to the number of times that the big winning opening is opened less than the "normal jackpot" and the "probability change jackpot" (in this embodiment, the opening for 0.1 second is twice). It is a big hit to be done. That is, in the case of "sudden probability change big hit", it is controlled to the big hit game state of two rounds. In addition, in "normal jackpot" and "probability jackpot", the opening time of the jackpot per round is as long as 29 seconds, while in "sudden jackpot", the opening time of the jackpot per round is long. It is extremely short at 0.1 seconds, and it can hardly be expected that a game ball will win a prize at the big prize opening during a big hit game. Then, in this embodiment, after the sudden end of the probabilistic jackpot gaming state, the probabilistic state is shifted to the probabilistic state (in this embodiment, the probabilistic state is shifted and the time is shortened as well. Step S169, which will be described later, See S170). Then, the probabilistic state and the time saving state continue until the next big hit occurs (see step S132).

The mode of the sudden change jackpot is not limited to that shown in this embodiment. For example, the number of times the big winning opening is opened may be 15 times (15 rounds), which is the same as a normal big hit or a sudden change big hit, and only the opening time of the big winning opening may be extremely short, 0.1 seconds.

As described above, in this embodiment, even when a "small hit" occurs, the big winning opening is opened twice for 0.1 seconds each, resulting in a big hit game state due to the "sudden probability change big hit". Similar control is performed. Then, in the case of a "small hit", the gaming state does not change after the two opening of the large winning opening is completed, and the gaming state before the "small hit" is maintained. By doing so, it is not possible to recognize whether it is a "sudden change big hit" or a "small hit", and the interest of the game is improved. When all the big hit types are configured to be probabilistic big hits, it is not necessary to provide small hits. In addition, when a small hit is provided when all the big hit types are probabilistic big hits, the sudden probabilistic big hit is only shifted to the probabilistic state (high probability state) and is not accompanied by the time saving state (high base state). (The opening pattern of the big winning opening is also the same for the sudden change big hit and the small hit).

The jackpot type judgment tables 131a and 131b are numerical values to be compared with the value of random 1, and are judgment values corresponding to each of "normal jackpot", "probability change jackpot", and "sudden probability variation jackpot" (big hit type judgment value). ) Is set. When the value of random 1 matches any of the jackpot type determination values, the CPU 56 determines the jackpot type as the type corresponding to the matched jackpot type determination value.

8 and 9 are explanatory views showing an example of the contents of the effect control command transmitted by the game control microcomputer 560. In the examples shown in FIGS. 8 and 9, the command 80XX (H) is an effect control command (variation pattern command) that specifies a variation pattern of the effect symbol that is variably displayed on the effect display device 9 in response to the variable display of the special symbol. ) (Each corresponds to the fluctuation pattern XX). That is, when a unique number is assigned to each of the fluctuation patterns that can be used, there is a fluctuation pattern command corresponding to each of the fluctuation patterns specified by the number. In addition, "(H)" indicates that it is a hexadecimal number. The effect control command for specifying the fluctuation pattern is also a command for designating the fluctuation start. Therefore, when the effect control microcomputer 100 receives the command 80XX (H), the effect display device 9 controls to start the variable display of the effect symbol.

The commands 8C01 (H) to 8C05 (H) are effect control commands indicating whether or not to make a big hit, whether or not to make a small hit, and the type of big hit. Since the effect control microcomputer 100 determines the display result of the effect symbol in response to the reception of the commands 8C01 (H) to 8C05 (H), the commands 8C01 (H) to 8C05 (H) are referred to as display result designation commands.

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

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

The command 9000 (H) is an effect control command (initialization designation command: power-on designation command) transmitted when the power supply to the game machine is started. The command 9200 (H) is an effect control command (power failure recovery designation command) transmitted when the power supply to the game machine is restarted. When the power supply to the game machine is started, the game control microcomputer 560 sends a power failure recovery designation command if data is stored in the backup RAM, and if not, initialization designation. Send a command.

Command 9F00 (H) is an effect control command (customer waiting demo designation command) for designating a customer waiting demonstration.

The commands A001 to A003 (H) are effect control commands (big hit start designation command: fanfare designation command) for displaying the fanfare screen, that is, designating the start of the jackpot game. In this embodiment, a jackpot start 1 designation command, a jackpot start 2 designation command, or a small hit / sudden probability change jackpot start designation command is used depending on the type of jackpot. Specifically, in the case of "normal jackpot", the jackpot start 1 designation command (A001 (H)) is used, and in the case of "probability variation jackpot", the jackpot start 2 designation command (A002 (H)) is used. In the case of "sudden probability change big hit" or "small hit", the small hit / sudden probability change big hit start designation command (A003 (H)) is used. Although the game control microcomputer 560 transmits a fanfare designation command for suddenly probabilistic jackpot start designation when it is a sudden big hit, it may be configured not to send a fanfare designation command when it is a small hit. Good.

The command A1XX (H) is an effect control command (command for designating the opening of the large winning opening) indicating the display during the opening of the large winning opening for the number of times (round) indicated by XX. Since the value for designating the round is set in the EXT data and transmitted for the large winning opening opening designation command, a different large winning opening opening designation command is transmitted for each round. For example, when executing the first round during the jackpot game, a command (A101 (H)) for specifying round 1 is transmitted and the tenth round during the jackpot game is executed. Is transmitted a command (A10A (H)) during which the large winning opening is open to specify the round 10. A2XX (H) is an effect control command (designated command after opening the large winning opening) indicating the closing of the large winning opening for the number of times (round) indicated by XX. Since the value for designating the round is set in the EXT data and transmitted for the designated command after opening the large winning opening, a different designated command after opening the large winning opening is transmitted for each round. For example, when ending the first round during the jackpot game, a designation command (A201 (H)) is transmitted after opening the jackpot to specify round 1, and when ending the tenth round during the jackpot game. Is transmitted a designated command (A30A (H)) after opening the large winning opening that designates round 10.

The command A301 (H) is an effect control command (big hit end 1 designation command: ending 1 designation command) for displaying the jackpot end screen, that is, designating the end of the jackpot game. The jackpot end 1 designation command (A301 (H)) is used when ending the jackpot game by "normal jackpot". The command A302 (H) is an effect control command (big hit end 2 designation command: ending 2 designation command) for displaying the jackpot end screen, that is, designating the end of the jackpot game. The jackpot end 2 designation command (A302 (H)) is used when ending the jackpot game by "probability variation jackpot". Command A303 (H) is an effect control command (small hit / sudden probability change big hit end designation command: ending 3 designation command) for designating the end of the small hit game or the end of the sudden probability change big hit game. The game control microcomputer 560 is configured to send an ending designation command for suddenly probabilistic jackpot end designation when it is a sudden probability change jackpot, but not to send an ending designation command when it is a small hit. May be good.

The command B000 (H) is an effect control command (normal state background designation command) for designating the background display when the game state is the normal state. The command B001 (H) is an effect control command (probability change state background designation command) for designating the background display when the game state is the probability change state. The command B002 (H) is an effect control command (time saving state background designation command) for designating the background display when the gaming state is the time saving state.

The command C000 (H) is an effect control command (first hold storage number addition designation command) for designating that the first hold storage number has been increased by 1. The command C100 (H) is an effect control command (second hold storage number addition designation command) for designating that the second hold storage number has been increased by 1. The command C200 (H) is an effect control command (first hold storage number subtraction designation command) for designating that the first hold storage number has decreased by one. The command C300 (H) is an effect control command (second hold storage number subtraction designation command) for designating that the second hold storage number has decreased by 1.

In this embodiment, as the reserved storage information, the effect control command (first reserved storage number addition designation) indicating that the reserved storage number has increased or decreased for the first reserved storage number and the second reserved storage number, respectively. The case where the command and the second hold storage number addition designation command) are transmitted is shown, but the form of the hold storage information is not limited to that shown in this embodiment, and for example, the hold storage in the following modes is shown. Information may be transmitted.

(1) Only one command is transmitted as the hold storage information, and in that one command, which of the first hold memory and the second hold memory is increased is specified, and the number of hold memories of the increased one is specified. (The first reserved storage number or the second reserved storage number) may be set as EXT data and transmitted.

(2) As the hold storage information, only one command is transmitted, and in that one command, which of the first hold memory and the second hold memory is increased is specified, and the total number of hold memories is EXT data. It may be set as and sent.

(3) As the reserved memory information, it is specified which of the first start winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14 has started winning (which of the first reserved memory and the second reserved memory has increased). In addition to sending the effect control command (1st start winning prize designation command, 2nd start winning designation command), a hold storage number designation command for specifying the hold memory number is sent separately, and the hold memory number designation command The total number of pending storages may be set as EXT data and transmitted.

(4) As the reserved memory information, it is specified which of the first start winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14 has started winning (which of the first reserved memory and the second reserved memory has increased). In addition to sending the effect control command (1st start winning prize designation command, 2nd start winning designation command), a hold memory number designation command for specifying the hold memory number is sent separately, and the hold memory number designation command is used. The increased number of reserved storages (first reserved storage number or second reserved storage number) may be set as EXT data and transmitted.

(5) Instead of providing the hold storage number subtraction designation command, the fluctuation pattern command is transmitted to indicate that the hold storage number has decreased. That is, when the effect control board 80 side receives the variation pattern command, it determines that the number of reserved storages has decreased and executes the process.

The effect control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the effect control CPU 101) mounted on the effect control board 80 receives the above-mentioned effect control command from the game control microcomputer 560 mounted on the main board 31. Then, the display state of the effect display device 9 is changed, the display state of the lamp is changed, and the sound number data is output to the audio output board 70 according to the contents shown in FIGS. 8 and 9. To do.

For example, the game control microcomputer 560 specifies a variation pattern of the effect symbol each time a start prize is given and the variable display of the special symbol is started on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b. The variation pattern command and the display result designation command are transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100.

In this embodiment, the effect control command has a 2-byte structure, the first byte represents MODE (command classification), and the second byte represents EXT (command type). The first bit (bit 7) of the MODE data is always set to "1", and the first bit (bit 7) of the EXT data is always set to "0". Note that such a command form is an example, and other command forms may be used. For example, a control command composed of 1 byte or 3 bytes or more may be used.

As a method of transmitting the effect control command, the effect control command data is output from the main board 31 to the effect control board 80 via the relay board 77 one byte at a time with eight parallel signal lines of the effect control signals CD0 to CD7. In addition to the effect control command data, a method of outputting a pulse-shaped (rectangular wavy) capture signal (effect control INT signal) instructing the capture of the effect control command data is used. The 8-bit effect control command data of the effect control command is output in synchronization with the effect control INT signal. The effect control microcomputer 100 mounted on the effect control board 80 detects that the effect control INT signal has risen, and starts the process of capturing 1-byte data by the interrupt process.

In the examples shown in FIGS. 8 and 9, the variation pattern command and the display result specification command are the variable display (variation) of the effect symbol corresponding to the variation of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display 8a and the second special. It can be used in common with the variable display (variation) of the effect symbol corresponding to the fluctuation of the second special symbol on the symbol display 8b, and the effect display is performed according to the variable display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. When controlling the effect parts such as the device 9, it is possible not to increase the types of commands transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560 to the effect control microcomputer 100.

10 and 11 are flowcharts showing an example of a program of special symbol process processing (step S26) executed by the game control microcomputer 560 (specifically, CPU 56) mounted on the main board 31. As described above, in the special symbol process process, a process for controlling the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b and the large winning opening is executed. In the special symbol process processing, the CPU 56 starts the first start winning opening 13 if the first starting opening switch 13a for detecting that the game ball has won is turned on, that is, the first starting winning opening 13. If a prize has been won, the first start port switch passage process is executed (steps S311 and S312). Further, if the second start opening switch 14a for detecting that the game ball has won the second start winning opening 14 is turned on, that is, the start winning to the second start winning opening 14 has occurred. Then, the second start port switch passing process is executed (steps S313 and S314). Then, any of the processes of steps S300 to S310 is performed. If the first start winning opening switch 13a or the second starting opening switch 14a is not turned on, any of steps S300 to S310 is performed according to the internal state.

The processes of steps S300 to S310 are as follows.

Special symbol normal processing (step S300): Executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 0. When the game control microcomputer 560 is in a state where the variable display of the special symbol can be started, the game control microcomputer 560 confirms the storage number of the numerical data stored in the hold storage buffer (total hold storage number). The number of numerical data stored in the hold storage buffer can be confirmed by the count value of the total hold storage counter. Further, if the count value of the total reserved memory counter is not 0, it is determined whether or not the display result of the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol is a big hit. If you want to make a big hit, set the big hit flag. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to the value corresponding to step S301 (1 in this example). The jackpot flag is reset when the jackpot game ends.

Fluctuation pattern setting process (step S301): Executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 1. In addition, the fluctuation pattern is determined, and the fluctuation time in the fluctuation pattern (variable display time: the time from the start of the variable display to the derivation display (stop display) of the display result) is defined as the fluctuation time of the variable display of the special symbol. Decide to do. In addition, control is performed to transmit a fluctuation pattern command according to the determined fluctuation pattern to the effect control microcomputer 100, and a fluctuation time timer for measuring the fluctuation time of the special symbol is started. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to the value corresponding to step S302 (2 in this example).

Display result specification command transmission process (step S302): Executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 2. Control is performed to send a display result designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to the value corresponding to step S303 (3 in this example).

Special symbol changing process (step S303): Executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 3. When the fluctuation time of the fluctuation pattern selected in the fluctuation pattern setting process elapses (the fluctuation time timer set in step S301 times out, that is, the value of the fluctuation time timer becomes 0), the symbol is confirmed on the effect control microcomputer 100. Controls the transmission of the specified command, and updates the internal state (special symbol process flag) to the value corresponding to step S304 (4 in this example). The effect control microcomputer 100 controls the effect display device 9 to stop the fourth symbol when it receives the symbol confirmation designation command transmitted by the game control microcomputer 560.

Special symbol stop processing (step S304): Executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 4. When the jackpot flag is set, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to the value corresponding to step S305 (5 in this example). If the small hit flag is set, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to the value corresponding to step S308 (8 in this example). If neither the big hit flag nor the small hit flag is set, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to the value corresponding to step S300 (0 in this example). In this embodiment, based on the fact that the value of the special symbol process flag is 4, as will be described later, special symbol display control for stopping and displaying the stop symbol of the special symbol in the special symbol display control process. The data is set in the output buffer for setting the special symbol display control data (see FIG. 21), and the stop symbol of the special symbol is actually stopped and displayed according to the setting content of the output buffer in the display control process in step S22.

Pre-processing for opening the large winning opening (step S305): Executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 5. In the pre-processing for opening the large winning opening, control is performed to open the large winning opening. Specifically, a counter (for example, a counter that counts the number of game balls that have entered the large winning opening) is initialized, and the solenoid 21 is driven to open the large winning opening. In addition, while controlling the transmission of the large winning opening opening designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100, the execution time of the large winning opening opening processing is set by the timer, and the internal state (special symbol process flag) is set in step S306. Update to the value corresponding to (6 in this example). The large winning opening pre-opening process is executed for each round, but when the first round is started, the large winning opening pre-opening process is also a process for starting a big hit game. Further, since the value for designating the round is set in the EXT data and transmitted for the command for specifying the opening of the large winning opening, a different command for specifying the opening for the large winning opening is transmitted for each round. For example, when executing the first round during the jackpot game, a command (A101 (H)) for specifying round 1 is transmitted and the tenth round during the jackpot game is executed. Is transmitted a command (A10A (H)) during which the large winning opening is open to specify the round 10.

Processing during opening of the large winning opening (step S306): Executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 6. In the process of opening the large winning opening, processing for confirming the establishment of the closing condition of the large winning opening is performed. If the closing condition of the big winning opening is satisfied and there are still remaining rounds, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to the value corresponding to step S305 (5 in this example). In addition, control is performed to send a designated command to the effect control microcomputer 100 after the jackpot is opened, and when all rounds are completed, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is set to a value corresponding to step S307 (this). In the example, update to 7).

Jackpot end processing (step S307): Executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 7. Control is performed so that the effect control microcomputer 100 performs display control for notifying the player that the jackpot game state has ended. In addition, a process of setting a flag indicating the game state (for example, a probability change flag or a time saving flag) is performed. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to the value corresponding to step S300 (0 in this example).

Small hit release preprocessing (step S308): Executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 8. In the small hit opening pre-processing, control is performed to open the large winning opening. Specifically, a counter (for example, a counter that counts the number of game balls that have entered the large winning opening) is initialized, and the solenoid 21 is driven to open the large winning opening. Further, the execution time of the process during the opening of the large winning opening is set by the timer, and the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to the value corresponding to step S309 (9 in this example). The small hit opening pre-processing is executed every time the large winning opening is opened during the small hit game, but when the first opening during the small hit game is started, the small hit opening pre-processing is performed by the small hit game. It is also the process to start.

Small hit opening process (step S309): Executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 9. Performs processing to confirm the establishment of the closing conditions for the grand prize opening. If the closing condition of the big winning opening is satisfied and the number of times the big winning opening is opened still remains, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is set to the value corresponding to step S308 (8 in this example). Update. When all the releases are completed, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to the value corresponding to step S310 (10 in this example).

Small hit end process (step S310): Executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 10. Control is performed so that the effect control microcomputer 100 performs display control for notifying the player that the small hit game state has ended. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to the value corresponding to step S300 (0 in this example).

FIG. 12 is a flowchart showing the start port switch passing process in steps S312 and S314. Of these, FIG. 12A is a flowchart showing the process of passing the first start port switch in step S312. Further, FIG. 12B is a flowchart showing the process of passing the second start port switch in step S314.

First, the process of passing the first start port switch will be described with reference to FIG. 12 (A). In the first start port switch passing process executed when the first start port switch 13a is in the ON state, the CPU 56 first determines whether or not the first reserved storage number has reached the upper limit value (specifically, the first (Whether or not the value of the first hold storage number counter for counting the number of hold storage numbers is 4) is confirmed (step S1211A). If the first reserved storage number has reached the upper limit, the process ends as it is.

If the first hold storage number has not reached the upper limit value, the CPU 56 increases the value of the first hold storage number counter by 1 (step S1212A), and at the same time, the value of the total hold storage number counter for counting the total hold storage number. Is increased by 1 (step S1213A). Next, the CPU 56 extracts values from the random number circuit 503 and the counter for generating software random numbers, and executes a process of storing them in the storage area in the first hold storage buffer (see FIG. 13) (step S1214A). .. In the process of step S1214A, a random R (random number for jackpot determination) which is a hardware random number, a random number for jackpot type determination (random 1) which is a software random number, a random number for determining a variation pattern type (random 2), and a variation pattern The judgment random number (random number 3) is extracted and stored in the storage area. It should be noted that the random number for determining the fluctuation pattern (random 3) is not extracted in the first start port switch passing process (at the time of starting winning) and stored in the storage area in advance, but is extracted at the start of fluctuation of the first special symbol. You may do so. For example, the game control microcomputer 560 may directly extract a value from the variation pattern determination random number counter for generating the variation pattern determination random number (random number 3) in the variation pattern setting process described later.

FIG. 13 is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of an area (holding storage buffer) for storing random numbers and the like corresponding to the holding storage. As shown in FIG. 13, in the first hold storage buffer, a storage area corresponding to the upper limit value (4 in this example) of the first hold storage number is secured. Further, in the second hold storage buffer, a storage area corresponding to the upper limit value (4 in this example) of the second hold storage number is secured. In this embodiment, the first hold storage buffer and the second hold storage buffer include a random R (random number for jackpot determination) which is a hardware random number, a random number for jackpot type determination (random 1) which is a software random number, and a variation. A random number for determining the pattern type (random 2) and a random number for determining the fluctuation pattern (random 3) are stored. The first hold storage buffer and the second hold storage buffer are formed in the RAM 55.

Then, the CPU 56 controls to transmit the first hold storage number addition designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S1215A).

Next, the process of passing the second start port switch will be described with reference to FIG. 12 (B). In the second start port switch passing process executed when the second start port switch 14a is in the ON state, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the second hold storage number has reached the upper limit value (specifically, the second hold). It is confirmed (whether or not the value of the second reserved storage counter for counting the number of storages is 4) (step S1211B). If the second reserved storage number has reached the upper limit, the process is terminated as it is.

If the second reserved storage number has not reached the upper limit value, the CPU 56 increases the value of the second reserved storage number counter by 1 (step S1212B), and at the same time, the value of the total reserved storage number counter for counting the total reserved storage number. Is increased by 1 (step S1213B). Next, the CPU 56 extracts values from the random number circuit 503 and the counter for generating software random numbers, and executes a process of storing them in the storage area in the second hold storage buffer (see FIG. 13) (step S1214B). .. In the process of step S1214B, a random R (random number for determining a jackpot) which is a hardware random number, a random number for determining a jackpot type (random 1) which is a software random number, a random number for determining a variation pattern type (random 2), and a variation pattern The judgment random number (random number 3) is extracted and stored in the storage area. It should be noted that the random number for determining the fluctuation pattern (random 3) is not extracted in the second start port switch passing process (at the time of starting winning) and stored in the storage area in advance, but is extracted at the start of fluctuation of the second special symbol. You may do so. For example, the game control microcomputer 560 may directly extract a value from the variation pattern determination random number counter for generating the variation pattern determination random number (random number 3) in the variation pattern setting process described later.

Then, the CPU 56 controls to transmit the second hold storage number addition designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S1215B).

14 and 15 are flowcharts showing a special symbol normal process (step S300) in the special symbol process process. In the special symbol normal processing, the CPU 56 confirms the value of the total pending storage number (step S51). Specifically, the count value of the total pending storage counter is checked. If the total number of pending storages is 0, if the customer waiting demo designation command has not yet been transmitted, control is performed to send the customer waiting demo designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S51A), and the process is performed. finish. For example, when the customer waiting demo designation command is transmitted in step S51A, the CPU 56 sets the customer waiting demo designation command transmission flag indicating that the customer waiting demo designation command has been transmitted. Then, when the special symbol normal processing after the next timer interrupt is executed after the customer waiting demo specification command is transmitted, the customer waits again based on the fact that the customer wait demo specification command sent flag is set. You can control not to send the demo specification command. Further, in this case, the flag for sending the customer waiting demo designation command may be reset when the next variation display of the special symbol is started.

If the total number of reserved storages is not 0, the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the second number of reserved storages is 0 (step S52). Specifically, it is confirmed whether or not the value of the second reserved storage counter is 0. If the second reserved storage number is not 0, the CPU 56 is a special symbol pointer (a flag indicating whether the special symbol process processing is being performed for the first special symbol or the special symbol process processing is being performed for the second special symbol). Set the data indicating "second" in (step S53). If the second reserved storage number is 0 (that is, when only the first reserved storage number is accumulated), the CPU 66 sets the data indicating "first" in the special symbol pointer (step S54).

In this embodiment, by executing the processes of steps S52 to S54, the variation display of the second special symbol is preferentially executed with respect to the variation display of the first special symbol. In other words, the second start condition for starting the variable display of the second special symbol is controlled to be satisfied in preference to the first start condition for starting the variable display of the first special symbol.

Next, the CPU 56 reads out each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the reserved storage number = 1 indicated by the special symbol pointer in the RAM 55 and stores it in the random number buffer area of the RAM 55 (step S55). Specifically, when the special symbol pointer indicates "first", the CPU 56 has each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the first reserved storage number = 1 in the first reserved storage buffer. Is read and stored in the random number buffer area of the RAM 55. Further, when the special symbol pointer indicates "second", the CPU 56 reads out each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the second reserved storage number = 1 in the second reserved storage buffer. It is stored in the random number buffer area of the RAM 55.

Then, the CPU 56 subtracts 1 from the count value of the hold storage counter indicated by the special symbol pointer, and shifts the contents of each storage area (step S56). Specifically, when the special symbol pointer indicates "first", the CPU 56 subtracts 1 from the count value of the first hold storage counter, and in the hold specific area and the first hold storage buffer. Shift the contents of each storage area. Further, when the special symbol pointer indicates "second", the count value of the second hold storage counter is subtracted by 1, and the contents of the hold specific area and the contents of each storage area in the second hold storage buffer are shifted. To do.

That is, when the special symbol pointer indicates "first", the CPU 56 is placed in the storage area corresponding to the first hold storage number = n (n = 2, 3, 4) in the first hold storage buffer of the RAM 55. Each stored random number value is stored in the storage area corresponding to the first reserved storage number = n-1. Further, when the special symbol pointer indicates "second", each stored in the storage area corresponding to the second reserved storage number = n (n = 2, 3, 4) in the second reserved storage buffer of the RAM 55. The random number value is stored in the storage area corresponding to the second reserved storage number = n-1. Further, the CPU 56 adds up the values (values indicating "first" or "second") stored in the storage area corresponding to the total number of pending storages = m (m = 2 to 8) in the reserved specific area. Stored in the storage area corresponding to the number of reserved storage = m-1.

Therefore, the order in which each random number value stored in each storage area corresponding to each first reserved storage number (or each second reserved storage number) is always the first reserved storage number (or the first reserved storage number). The order of the second reserved memory) = 1, 2, 3, 4 is matched. Further, the order in which the values stored in the respective storage areas corresponding to the total number of reserved storages are extracted always matches the order of the total number of reserved storages = 1 to 8.

Then, the CPU 56 reduces the value of the total pending storage number by 1. That is, the count value of the total pending storage counter is subtracted by 1 (step S58). The CPU 56 stores the value of the total pending storage counter before the count value is subtracted by 1 in a predetermined area of the RAM 55.

Further, the CPU 56 controls to transmit the background designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 according to the current gaming state (step S60). In this case, the CPU 56 controls to transmit the probability change state background designation command when the probability change flag indicating the probability change state is set. Further, the CPU 56 controls to transmit only the time saving flag indicating that the time saving state is set, and if the probability change flag is not set, the time saving state background designation command is transmitted. Further, the CPU 56 controls to transmit the normal state background specification command if neither the probability change flag nor the time saving flag is set.

Specifically, when the CPU 56 transmits an effect control command to the effect control microcomputer 100, the CPU 56 sets the address of the command transmission table (previously set in the ROM for each command) corresponding to the effect control command. Set to the pointer. Then, the address of the command transmission table corresponding to the effect control command is set in the pointer, and the effect control command is transmitted in the effect control command control process (step S28). In this embodiment, when the special symbol variation is started, the background specification command, the variation pattern command, the display result specification command, and the hold storage number subtraction specification command (first hold storage number subtraction) are used for each timer interrupt. It will be transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100 in the order of the designated command or the second reserved storage number subtraction designated command). Specifically, when starting the variation of the special symbol, the background specification command is first transmitted, the variation pattern command is transmitted after 4 ms, the display result specification command is transmitted after 4 ms, and then 4 ms later. The hold storage number subtraction designation command (first hold storage number subtraction designation command or second hold storage number subtraction designation command) is transmitted. When the special symbol variation is started, the symbol variation specification command (first symbol variation specification command, second symbol variation specification command) is also transmitted, but the symbol variation specification command is the same timer interrupt as the variation pattern command. Is transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100.

In the special symbol normal processing, first, the data indicating "first" indicating that the processing is executed for the first start winning opening 13, that is, the "first" indicating that the processing is executed for the first special symbol. ", Or data indicating" second "indicating that the process is executed for the second start winning opening 14, that is," second "indicating that the process is executed for the second special symbol. The data is set in the special symbol pointer. Then, in the subsequent processing in the special symbol process processing, the processing according to the data set in the special symbol pointer is executed. Therefore, the processing of steps S300 to S310 can be standardized between the case where the first special symbol is targeted and the case where the second special symbol is targeted.

Next, the CPU 56 reads a random number R (random number for jackpot determination) from the random number buffer area and executes the jackpot determination module. In this case, the CPU 56 is for jackpot determination extracted in step S1214A of the first start port switch passage process and step S1214B of the second start port switch pass process and stored in advance in the first hold storage buffer and the second hold storage buffer. Read the random number and make a big hit judgment. The big hit judgment module compares a predetermined big hit judgment value or small hit judgment value (see FIG. 7) with a random number for big hit judgment, and if they match, executes a process of deciding to make a big hit or a small hit. It is a program to do. That is, it is a program that executes processing of big hit determination and small hit determination.

In the jackpot determination process, when the gaming state is in the probabilistic state, the probability of becoming a jackpot is higher than when the gaming state is in the non-probability state (normal state or time saving state). Specifically, the number of jackpot determination values is probabilistically changed between the probability variation jackpot determination table (the table in which the numerical value on the right side of FIG. 7A in ROM 54 is set) in which a large number of jackpot determination values are set in advance. A normal time jackpot determination table (a table in which the numerical value on the left side of FIG. 7A in the ROM 54 is set) is provided, which is set to be less than the hour jackpot determination table. Then, the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the gaming state is in the probabilistic state, and when the gaming state is in the probabilistic state, the CPU 56 performs a jackpot determination process using the probabilistic jackpot determination table, and the gaming state is normal. When it is in the state, the jackpot determination process is performed using the normal jackpot determination table. That is, when the value of the big hit determination random number (random R) matches any of the big hit determination values shown in FIG. 7A, the CPU 56 determines that the special symbol is a big hit. If it is decided to make a big hit (step S61), the process proceeds to step S71. It should be noted that deciding whether or not to make a big hit means deciding whether or not to shift to the big hit game state, but deciding whether or not to make the stop symbol on the special symbol display a big hit symbol. But also.

It should be noted that confirmation of whether or not the current gaming state is in the probabilistic state is performed depending on whether or not the probabilistic flag is set. The probability change flag is set when the game state is changed to the probability change state, and is reset when the probability change state is finished. Specifically, it is determined to be a "probability change jackpot" or a "sudden change jackpot", and is set in the process of ending the jackpot game. Then, after the big hit game is completed, it is reset when the next big hit occurs.

If the value of the big hit determination random number (random R) does not match any of the big hit determination values (N in step S61), the CPU 56 uses the small hit determination table (see FIGS. 7B and 7C). Then, the process of determining the small hit is performed. That is, when the value of the big hit determination random number (random R) matches any of the small hit determination values shown in FIGS. 7 (B) and 7 (C), the CPU 56 determines that the special symbol is a small hit. In this case, the CPU 56 confirms the data indicated by the special symbol pointer, and when the data indicated by the special symbol pointer is "first", the small hit determination table (for the first special symbol) shown in FIG. 7 (B). ) Is used to determine whether or not to make a small hit. When the data indicated by the special symbol pointer is "second", the small hit determination table (for the second special symbol) shown in FIG. 7C is used to determine whether or not to make a small hit. .. Then, when it is decided to make a small hit (step S62), the CPU 56 sets a small hit flag indicating that it is a small hit (step S63), and proceeds to step S75.

If the value of the random R does not match either the big hit determination value or the small hit determination value (N in step S62), that is, if it is out of the range, the process proceeds to step S75 as it is.

In step S71, the CPU 56 sets a jackpot flag indicating that it is a jackpot. Then, as the table used to determine the jackpot type to one of the plurality of types, the jackpot type determination table indicated by the special symbol pointer is selected (step S72). Specifically, when the special symbol pointer indicates "first", the CPU 56 selects the jackpot type determination table 131a for the first special symbol shown in FIG. 7 (D). Further, when the special symbol pointer indicates "second", the CPU 56 selects the jackpot type determination table 131b for the second special symbol shown in FIG. 7 (E).

Next, the CPU 56 uses the selected jackpot type determination table to use the type (“normal jackpot”, “probability variation”) corresponding to the value corresponding to the value of the random number (random 1) for determining the jackpot type stored in the random number buffer area. "Big hit" or "Sudden probability change big hit") is determined as the type of big hit (step S73). In this case, the CPU 56 determines the jackpot type extracted in step S1214A of the first start port switch passage process and step S1214B of the second start port switch pass process and stored in advance in the first hold storage buffer and the second hold storage buffer. Read the random number and determine the jackpot type. Further, in this case, as shown in FIGS. 7 (D) and 7 (E), when the variable display of the first special symbol is executed, it is compared with the case where the variable display of the second special symbol is executed. Therefore, the ratio of suddenly changing jackpots is high.

Further, the CPU 56 sets the data indicating the determined jackpot type in the jackpot type buffer in the RAM 55 (step S74). For example, when the jackpot type is "normal jackpot", "01" is set as the data indicating the jackpot type, and when the jackpot type is "probability variation jackpot", "02" is set as the data indicating the jackpot type. When the jackpot type is "sudden probability change jackpot", "03" is set as the data indicating the jackpot type.

Next, the CPU 56 determines the stop symbol of the special symbol (step S75). Specifically, when neither the big hit flag nor the small hit flag is set, "-", which is an outlier symbol, is determined as the stop symbol of the special symbol. When the jackpot flag is set, any one of the jackpot symbols "1", "3", and "7" is determined as the stop symbol of the special symbol according to the determination result of the jackpot type. That is, when the jackpot type is determined to be "sudden probability change jackpot", "1" is determined to be the stop symbol of the special symbol, and when it is determined to be "normal jackpot", "3" is determined to be the stop symbol of the special symbol. Then, when the "probability change jackpot" is determined, "7" is determined as the stop symbol of the special symbol. When the small hit flag is set, the small hit symbol "5" is determined as the stop symbol of the special symbol.

In this embodiment, the case where the jackpot type is first determined and the stop symbol of the special symbol corresponding to the determined jackpot type is determined is shown, but the method of determining the jackpot type and the stop symbol of the special symbol is this. It is not limited to the one shown in the embodiment. For example, if a table in which the stop symbol of the special symbol is associated with the jackpot type is prepared in advance and the stop symbol of the special symbol is first determined based on the random number for determining the jackpot type, the corresponding jackpot is determined based on the determination result. It may be configured so that the type is also determined.

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

FIG. 16 is a flowchart showing a variation pattern setting process (step S301) in the special symbol process process. In the fluctuation pattern setting process, the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the jackpot flag is set (step S91). When the jackpot flag is set, the CPU 56 selects one of the jackpot variation pattern type determination tables as the table used to determine the variation pattern type to one of a plurality of types (step). S92). Then, the process proceeds to step S100.

If the big hit flag is not set, the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the small hit flag is set (step S93). When the small hit flag is set, the CPU 56 selects the small hit variation pattern type determination table as the table used to determine the variation pattern type to one of a plurality of types (step S94). ). Then, the process proceeds to step S100.

If the small hit flag is not set, the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the time saving flag indicating that the time saving state is set is set (step S95). The time saving flag is set when the game state is changed to the probability change state or the time saving state, and is reset when the time saving state is finished. Specifically, when it is decided to make a "normal jackpot", a time saving flag is set in the process of ending the jackpot game. Further, after the jackpot game is completed, it is reset when the variable display of a predetermined number of times (100 times in this embodiment) is completed. Even before the end of the predetermined number of fluctuation displays, the time saving flag is reset even when the next big hit occurs. Further, when it is determined to be "probability change big hit" or "sudden change big hit", the probability change flag is set and the time saving flag is set in the process of ending the big hit game. Then, when the next big hit occurs, the time saving flag is reset together with the probability change flag.

If the time saving flag is not set (N in step S95), the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the total number of pending storages is 3 or more (step S96). If the total number of pending storage is less than 3 (N in step S96), the CPU 56 determines the variation pattern type for normal use as a table used to determine the variation pattern type to be one of a plurality of types. Select a table (step S97). Then, the process proceeds to step S100.

When the total number of pending storages is 3 or more (Y in step S96), the CPU 56 uses the variation pattern for shortening as a table used to determine the variation pattern type to be one of a plurality of types. The type determination table is selected (step S98). Then, the process proceeds to step S100.

When the time saving flag is set (Y in step S95), that is, when the gaming state is the probabilistic state or the time saving state (in this embodiment, when shifting to the probabilistic state, the time saving state is always set. (Refer to steps S169 and S170), if it is determined to be Y in step S95, it may be in a probabilistic state or controlled only in a time saving state). As a table used to determine one of a plurality of types, a time-saving variation pattern type determination table for loss is selected (step S99). Then, the process proceeds to step S100.

In this embodiment, when the processing of steps S95 to S99 is executed and the game state is the normal state and the total number of pending storages is 3 or more, the variation pattern type determination table for shortening is lost. Is selected. Further, when the gaming state is a probabilistic state or a time saving state, the time saving variation pattern type determination table for loss is selected. In this case, in the process of step S100 described later, the fluctuation pattern type including the shortened fluctuation fluctuation pattern may be determined as the fluctuation pattern type, and when the fluctuation pattern type including the shortened fluctuation fluctuation pattern is determined, the fluctuation pattern type is determined. In the process of step S102, the fluctuation pattern of the shortened fluctuation is determined as the fluctuation pattern. Therefore, in this embodiment, when the game state is a probability change state or a time saving state, or when the total number of reserved storages is 3 or more, the variation display of the shortened variation may be performed.

Next, the CPU 56 reads random number 2 (random number for determining the variation pattern type) from the random number buffer area (first hold storage buffer or second hold storage buffer), and selects it in the process of steps S92, S94, S97, S98 or S99. By referring to the table, the variation pattern type is determined to be one of a plurality of types (step S100).

Next, the CPU 56 uses a hit variation pattern determination table or a loss variation pattern determination table as a table used to determine the variation pattern to any one of a plurality of types based on the determination result of the variation pattern type in step S100. One of the above is selected (step S101). Further, by reading random number 3 (random number for determining variation pattern) from the random number buffer area (first hold storage buffer or second hold storage buffer) and referring to the variation pattern determination table selected in the process of step S101, the variation pattern Is determined to be one of a plurality of types (step S102). When the random number 3 (random number for determining the fluctuation pattern) is not extracted at the timing of the start winning, the CPU 56 is a random number counter for determining the fluctuation pattern for generating the random number for determining the fluctuation pattern (random number 3). The value may be directly extracted from, and the fluctuation pattern may be determined based on the extracted random number value.

Next, the CPU 56 controls to transmit the symbol variation designation command indicated by the special symbol pointer to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S103). Specifically, the CPU 56 controls to transmit the first symbol variation designation command when the special symbol pointer indicates "first". Further, the CPU 56 controls to transmit the second symbol variation designation command when the special symbol pointer indicates "second". Further, the CPU 56 controls to transmit the effect control command (variation pattern command) corresponding to the determined variation pattern to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S104).

Next, the CPU 56 sets a value corresponding to the fluctuation time corresponding to the selected fluctuation pattern in the fluctuation time timer formed in the RAM 55 (step S105). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the display result designation command transmission process (step S302) (step S106).

FIG. 17 is a flowchart showing a display result designation command transmission process (step S302). In the display result designation command transmission process, the CPU 56 transmits one of the display result 1 designation to display result 5 designation production control commands (see FIG. 8) according to the determined type of big hit, small hit, and loss. Control to do. Specifically, the CPU 56 first confirms whether or not the jackpot flag is set (step S110). If it is not set, the process proceeds to step S116. When the jackpot flag is set and the jackpot type is "normal jackpot", control is performed to transmit the display result 2 designation command (steps S111 and S112). In addition, whether or not it is a "normal jackpot" can be specifically determined by confirming whether or not the data set in the jackpot type buffer is "01" in step S74 of the special symbol normal processing. .. Further, the CPU 56 controls to transmit the display result 3 designation command when the type of the jackpot is "probability variation jackpot" (steps S113 and S114). In addition, whether or not it is a "probability variation jackpot" can be specifically determined by confirming whether or not the data set in the jackpot type buffer is "02" in step S74 of the special symbol normal processing. .. Then, when it is neither "normal jackpot" nor "probability jackpot" (that is, when it is "suddenly probabilistic jackpot"), the CPU 56 controls to transmit the display result 4 designated command (step S115).

On the other hand, when the big hit flag is not set (N in step S110), the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the small hit flag is set (step S116). If the small hit flag is set, the CPU 56 controls to transmit the display result 5 designation command (step S117). When the small hit flag is not set (N in step S116), that is, when it is off, the CPU 56 controls to transmit the display result 1 designation command (step S118).

Then, the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol changing process (step S303) (step S119).

FIG. 18 is a flowchart showing a special symbol changing process (step S303) in the special symbol process process. In the special symbol change processing, the CPU 56 first confirms whether or not the hold storage number subtraction designation command (first hold storage number subtraction designation command or second hold storage number subtraction designation command) has already been transmitted ( Step S1121). Whether or not the hold storage number subtraction designation command has already been transmitted indicates, for example, that the hold storage number subtraction designation command was transmitted when the hold storage number subtraction designation command was transmitted in step S1122 described later. The storage number subtraction designation command transmitted flag may be set, and in step S1121, it may be confirmed whether or not the hold storage number subtraction designation command transmitted flag is set. Further, in this case, the set hold storage number subtraction specification command transmission flag should be reset by the special symbol stop processing or the jackpot end processing described later when the variable display of the special symbol is terminated or the jackpot is terminated. Just do it.

Next, if the hold storage number subtraction designation command has not been transmitted, the CPU 56 controls to send the hold storage number subtraction designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S1122). In this case, when a value indicating "first" is set in the special symbol pointer, the CPU 56 controls to transmit the first hold storage number subtraction designation command. Further, when a value indicating "second" is set in the special symbol pointer, the CPU 56 controls to transmit the second reserved storage number subtraction designation command.

Next, the CPU 56 subtracts 1 from the fluctuation time timer (step S1125), and when the fluctuation time timer times out (step S1126), controls to send a symbol confirmation designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S1127). Then, the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol stop process (step S304) (step S1128). If the variable time timer has not timed out, the process ends as it is.

FIG. 19 is a flowchart showing a special symbol stop process (step S304) in the special symbol process process. In the special symbol stop process, the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the jackpot flag is set (step S131). When the jackpot flag is set, the CPU 56 resets the probability change flag indicating the probability change state and the time reduction flag indicating the time reduction state (step S132) if the jackpot flag is set, and the effect control. Control is performed to send a jackpot start designation command to the microcomputer 100 (step S133). Specifically, when the type of jackpot is "normal jackpot", the jackpot start 1 designation command (command A001 (H)) is transmitted. If the type of jackpot is "probability variation jackpot", the jackpot start 2 designation command (command A002 (H)) is transmitted. If the type of big hit is suddenly probable big hit, a small hit / suddenly probable big hit start designation command (command A003 (H)) is transmitted. Whether the jackpot type is "normal jackpot", "probability variation jackpot", or "sudden probability variation jackpot" is data indicating the jackpot type stored in the RAM 55 (data stored in the jackpot type buffer). Judgment is based on.

Further, a value corresponding to the jackpot display time (time for notifying the occurrence of the jackpot, for example, in the effect display device 9) is set in the jackpot display time timer (step S134). In addition, the number of times of opening (for example, 15 times in the case of "normal big hit" or "probability change big hit" and 2 times in the case of "sudden change big hit") is set in the big winning opening opening number counter (step S135). .. In addition, the round time per round in the jackpot game is also set. Specifically, in the case of a sudden big hit, 0.1 seconds is set as the round time, and in the case of a normal big hit or a probable big hit, 29 seconds is set as the round time. Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the large winning opening pre-opening process (step S305) (step S136).

If the jackpot flag is not set in step S131, the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the value of the time reduction counter indicating the variable number of times of the special symbol in the time reduction state is 0 (step S137). If the value of the time reduction counter is not 0, the CPU 56 decrements the value of the time reduction counter by -1 (step S138). Then, when the value of the time reduction counter after subtraction becomes 0 (step S139), the CPU 56 resets the time reduction flag (step S140).

Next, the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the small hit flag is set (step S141). If the small hit flag is set, the CPU 56 transmits a small hit / sudden probability change big hit start designation command (command A003 (H)) to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S142). Further, a value corresponding to the small hit display time (time for notifying the occurrence of the small hit by, for example, the effect display device 9) is set in the small hit display time timer (step S143). In addition, the number of times of opening (for example, twice) is set in the large winning opening opening number counter (step S144). In addition, the opening time for each large winning opening in the small hit game is also set. Specifically, 0.1 seconds, which is the same as the round time of the sudden change big hit, is set as the opening time per big winning opening in the small hit game. Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the small hit start pre-processing (step S308) (step S145).

If the small hit flag is not set (N in step S141), the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol normal processing (step S300) (step S146).

FIG. 20 is a flowchart showing a jackpot end process (step S307) in the special symbol process process. In the jackpot end processing, the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the jackpot end display timer is set (step S160), and if the jackpot end display timer is set, the process proceeds to step S164. If the jackpot end display timer is not set, the jackpot flag is reset (step S161), and control is performed to transmit the jackpot end designation command (step S162). Here, if it is a "normal jackpot", a jackpot end 1 designation command (command A301 (H)) is transmitted, and if it is a "probability variation jackpot", a jackpot end 2 designation command (command A302 (H)) is transmitted. ) Is transmitted, and if it is a "sudden probability change big hit", a small hit / sudden probability change big hit end designation command (command A303 (H)) is transmitted. Then, a value corresponding to the display time corresponding to the time (big hit end display time) in which the big hit end display is being performed in the effect display device 9 is set in the big hit end display timer (step S163), and the process is terminated.

In step S164, the value of the jackpot end display timer is subtracted by 1 (step S164). Then, the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the value of the jackpot end display timer is 0, that is, whether or not the jackpot end display time has elapsed (step S165). If it has not passed, the process ends.

If the jackpot end display time has elapsed (Y in step S165), the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the jackpot ending this time is a normal jackpot (step S166). In addition, whether or not it is a "normal jackpot" can be specifically determined by confirming whether or not the data set in the jackpot type buffer is "01" in step S74 of the special symbol normal processing. .. If it is a normal big hit, the CPU 56 sets the time saving flag and shifts to the time saving state (step S167). Further, the CPU 56 sets a predetermined number of times (for example, 100 times) in the time reduction counter (step S168).

If it is not a normal jackpot (that is, if it is a probability variation jackpot or a sudden probability variation jackpot), the CPU 56 sets the probability variation flag and shifts to the probability variation state (step S169), and sets the time saving flag to shift to the time saving state. (Step S170).

Then, the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol normal processing (step S300) (step S171).

FIG. 21 is a flowchart showing an example of a program of the special symbol display control process (step S32) executed by the game control microcomputer 560 (specifically, the CPU 56) mounted on the main board 31. In the special symbol display control process, the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the value of the special symbol process flag is 3 (step S3201). If the value of the special symbol process flag is 3 (that is, if the processing during special symbol change is being executed), the CPU 56 sets the special symbol display control data for the special symbol change display for setting the special symbol display control data. A process of setting or updating the output buffer is performed (step S3202). In this case, the CPU 56 sets or updates special symbol display control data for variable display of the special symbol (first special symbol or second special symbol) indicated by the special symbol pointer. For example, if the fluctuation speed is 1 frame / 0.2 seconds, the value of the special symbol display control data set in the output buffer is added by 1 every 0.2 seconds. After that, the display control process (see step S22) is executed, and the drive signal is output to the special symbol indicators 8a and 8b according to the contents of the output buffer for setting the special symbol display control data. The variable display of the special symbol on the special symbol indicators 8a and 8b is executed.

If the value of the special symbol process flag is not 3, the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the value of the special symbol process flag is 4 (step S3203). If the value of the special symbol process flag is 4 (that is, when the process shifts to the special symbol stop processing), the CPU 56 stops and displays the stop symbol of the special symbol set in the special symbol normal processing. A process of setting the display control data in the output buffer for setting the special symbol display control data is performed (step S3204). In this case, the CPU 56 sets special symbol display control data for stopping and displaying the stop symbol of the special symbol (first special symbol or second special symbol) indicated by the special symbol pointer. After that, the display control process (see step S22) is executed, and the drive signal is output to the special symbol indicators 8a and 8b according to the contents of the output buffer for setting the special symbol display control data. The stop symbol of the special symbol is stopped and displayed on the special symbol indicators 8a and 8b. Since the setting data is not changed after the process of step S3204 is executed and the special symbol display control data for the stop symbol display is set, the latest special symbol display control data is set in the display control process of step S22. Based on this, the latest stop symbol will continue to be stopped and displayed until the next variable display is started. Further, if the value of the special symbol process flag is either 2 or 3 in step S3201 (that is, if it is either the display result designation command transmission process or the special symbol changing process), the special symbol variation display is used. The special symbol display control data may be updated. In this case, in order to prevent a discrepancy between the fluctuation time recognized by the game control microcomputer 560 and the fluctuation time recognized by the effect control microcomputer 100, the display result designation command transmission process also fluctuates. It may be configured to subtract 1 from the time timer.

In this embodiment, the case where the special symbol display control data is set in the output buffer according to the value of the special symbol process flag is shown, but in the special symbol process processing, the start flag is set at the start of the change of the special symbol. At the same time, the end flag may be set at the end of the change of the special symbol. Then, in the special symbol display control process (step S32), the CPU 56 starts updating the value of the special symbol display control data based on the start flag being set, and is based on the fact that the end flag is set. It is also possible to set special symbol display control data for stopping and displaying the stop symbol.

Next, the operation of the effect control means will be described. FIG. 22 is a flowchart showing a main process executed by the effect control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the effect control CPU 101) as the effect control means mounted on the effect control board 80. When the power is turned on, the effect control CPU 101 starts executing the main process. In the main process, first, the initialization process for clearing the RAM area, setting various initial values, and initializing the timer for determining the activation interval (for example, 4 ms) of the effect control is performed (step S701). .. After that, the effect control CPU 101 shifts to the loop process for monitoring the timer interrupt flag (step S702). When the timer interrupt occurs, the effect control CPU 101 sets the timer interrupt flag in the timer interrupt process. If the timer interrupt flag is set in the main process, the effect control CPU 101 clears the flag (step S703) and executes the following effect control process.

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

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

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

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

FIG. 23 is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of a command reception buffer for storing an effect control command received from the game control microcomputer 560 of the main board 31. In this example, a ring buffer type command reception buffer capable of storing six 2-byte production control commands is used. Therefore, the command reception buffer is composed of a 12-byte area of reception command buffers 1 to 12. Then, a command reception number counter is used to indicate in which area the received command is stored. The command reception number counter takes a value from 0 to 11. It does not necessarily have to be in the ring buffer format.

The effect control command transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560 is received by the interrupt process based on the effect control INT signal and stored in the buffer area formed in the RAM. In the command analysis process, which command (see FIGS. 8 and 9) is the effect control command stored in the buffer area is analyzed. The interrupt process based on the effect control INT signal is executed in preference to the timer interrupt process executed every 4 ms.

FIG. 24 is a flowchart showing a specific example of the command analysis process (step S704). The effect control command received from the main board 31 is stored in the received command buffer, but in the command analysis process, the effect control CPU 101 confirms the content of the command stored in the command reception buffer.

In the command analysis process, the effect control CPU 101 first confirms whether or not the received command is stored in the command reception buffer (step S611). Whether or not it is stored is determined by comparing the value of the command reception count counter with the read pointer. The case where both match is the case where the received command is not stored. When the reception command is stored in the command reception buffer, the effect control CPU 101 reads the reception command from the command reception buffer (step S612). After reading, the value of the read pointer is added by 2 (step S613). The value is added by 2 because it reads 2 bytes (1 command) at a time.

If the received effect control command is a variation pattern command (step S614), the effect control CPU 101 stores the received variation pattern command in the variation pattern command storage area formed in the RAM (step S615). Then, the variation pattern command reception flag is set (step S616).

If the received effect control command is a display result specification command (step S617), the effect control CPU 101 forms the received display result specification command (display result 1 designation command to display result 5 designation command) in the RAM. It is stored in the display result specification command storage area (step S618).

If the received effect control command is a symbol confirmation designation command (step S619), the effect control CPU 101 sets the confirmation command reception flag (step S620).

If the received effect control command is any of the jackpot start designation commands (step S621), the effect control CPU 101 sets the jackpot start designation command reception flag corresponding to the received jackpot start designation command (step S622). Specifically, if the effect control CPU 101 receives the jackpot start 1 designation command (command A001 (H)), the jackpot start 1 designation command reception flag is set, and the jackpot start 2 designation command (command A002 (command A002)) is set. If H)) is received, set the jackpot start 2 designation command reception flag, and if the jackpot / sudden probability change jackpot start designation command (command A003 (H)) is received, the jackpot / sudden probability change jackpot Set the start specification command reception flag.

If the received effect control command is any of the jackpot end designation commands (step S623), the effect control CPU 101 sets the jackpot end designation command reception flag corresponding to the received jackpot end designation command (step S624). Specifically, if the effect control CPU 101 receives the jackpot end 1 designation command (command A301 (H)), the jackpot end 1 designation command reception flag is set, and the jackpot end 2 designation command (command A302 (command A302 (command A302)) is set. If H)) is received, set the jackpot end 2 designated command reception flag, and if the jackpot / sudden probability change jackpot end designation command (command A303 (H)) is received, the jackpot / sudden probability change jackpot Set the end specification command reception flag.

If the received effect control command is another command, the effect control CPU 101 sets a flag corresponding to the received effect control command (step S625). Then, the process proceeds to step S611. For example, the effect control CPU 101 sets the first symbol variation designation command reception flag when the first symbol variation designation command is received, and the second symbol variation designation command when the second symbol variation designation command is received. Set the receive flag.

FIG. 25 is a flowchart showing the effect control process process (step S705) in the main process shown in FIG. 22. In the effect control process process, the effect control CPU 101 executes an auto button setting process for setting whether to enable or disable the auto button function described later (step S710). Then, one of the processes of steps S800 to S807 is performed according to the value of the effect control process flag. In each process, the following processes are executed. In the effect control process process, the display state of the effect display device 9 is controlled to realize the variable display of the effect symbol, but the control related to the variable display of the effect symbol synchronized with the fluctuation of the first special symbol is also the second. Control related to the variable display of the effect symbol synchronized with the fluctuation of the special symbol is also executed in one effect control process process. It should be noted that even if the variable display of the effect symbol synchronized with the fluctuation of the first special symbol and the variable display of the effect symbol synchronized with the fluctuation of the second special symbol are configured to be executed by different effect control process processes. Good. Further, in this case, it may be determined which special symbol variation display is executed depending on which effect control process process is executing the variation display of the effect symbol.

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

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

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

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

Big hit display process (step S804): After the end of the fluctuation time, the effect display device 9 is controlled to display a screen for notifying the occurrence of the big hit. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the processing during the round (step S805).

Processing during the round (step S805): Display control during the round is performed. Then, when the round end condition is satisfied, if the final round is not completed, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to the value corresponding to the round post-processing (step S806). If the final round is completed, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to the value corresponding to the jackpot end process (step S807).

Round post-processing (step S806): Display control between rounds is performed. Then, when the round start condition is satisfied, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to the value corresponding to the processing during the round (step S805).

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

FIG. 26 is a flowchart showing an auto button setting process (step S710) in the effect control process process shown in FIG. 25.

In this embodiment, the "auto button" is a function that executes the process assuming that the push button 120 is operated, although the push button 120 is not actually operated by the player. In this embodiment, the button notice effect is executed during the variable display of the effect symbol, and the notice display is displayed based on the detection of the single-shot operation or the repeated hit operation of the push button 120 in the button notice effect. When the button function is enabled, even if the push button 120 is not operated, the process is executed assuming that the push button 120 is operated once or repeatedly in the button notice effect, and the notice display is displayed. indicate. In this embodiment, the single-shot operation means that the push button 120 is operated once, and the continuous hit operation means that the push button 120 is continuously operated a plurality of times.

Further, in this embodiment, "automatic continuous hitting" means that the push button 120 is actually continuously pressed (long pressed) by the player, but the push button 120 is pressed a plurality of times. It is a function to detect that the push button 120 is continuously pressed (a state in which the push button 120 is pressed and a state in which the push button 120 is not pressed is repeated a plurality of times). In this embodiment, when the auto button function is invalid, the notice display may be displayed based on the detection of the repeated hitting operation of the push button 120 in the button notice effect, but the push button 120 is pressed and held for a long time. Even if it is, the notice display is displayed as if the repeated hit operation was detected.

In this embodiment, apart from the button advance notice effect, a back button advance notice effect that causes the frame LED 28 to emit light in a predetermined manner is provided based on the fact that the operation of the push button 120 is detected during the operation valid period. .. In the button notice effect, when the operation valid period is started, a notification is given to indicate that the operation is valid or to prompt the operation, while in the back button notice effect, the operation valid period (hereinafter, button notice effect) is performed. Even if the special operation valid period (also referred to as the special operation valid period) is started in order to distinguish it from the operation valid period in the above, the notification indicating that the operation is valid or for prompting the operation is not performed. Therefore, there is a fun way to find and execute the special operation validity period in the back button notice effect. Due to such characteristics of the back button notice effect, in this embodiment, even when the auto button function is enabled, if the operation of the push button 120 is not detected during the special operation valid period, It is configured so that the frame LED 28 is not controlled to emit light in a predetermined manner by the back button notice effect.

In this embodiment, by executing the auto button setting process, an arbitrary timing (for example, a period during which the customer waiting demonstration is displayed, a period during which the effect symbol is displayed in a variable manner, or a period during which the jackpot game is in progress). ), It is possible to set whether to enable or disable the function of the auto button based on the operation of the push button 120. In this embodiment, the automatic continuous striking function is always effective, but like the auto button function, it may be possible to set whether to enable or disable it.

In the auto button setting process, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the auto button enable flag indicating that the auto button function is valid is set (step S7101).

When it is determined that the auto button valid flag is not set (N in step S7101), the effect control CPU 101 is set with the operation valid period flag indicating that the operation valid period in the button advance notice effect is in progress. It is confirmed whether or not it is present (step S7102). If the flag is set during the operation validity period, the auto button setting process ends.

When it is determined that the flag is not set during the operation valid period (N in step S7102), the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the long press operation of the push button is detected (step S7103). If the long press operation of the push button is not detected, the auto button setting process ends. Regarding whether or not the long press operation of the push button is detected, for example, in the timer interrupt, the operation detection flag is set when the pressing operation of the push button 120 is detected, and the operation detection flag is set when the pressing operation is not detected. Is configured to reset, and when the operation detection flag is set and the state of detecting the pressing operation of the push button 120 continues for a predetermined period, it is determined that the long pressing operation is detected. It may be.

When the long press operation of the push button is detected (Y in step S7103), the effect control CPU 101 sets the auto button enable flag (step S7104).

Next, the effect control CPU 101 controls to display the auto button effective display indicating that the auto button function is effective on the effect display device 9 (step S7105). Further, the effect control CPU 101 controls to output an auto button effective sound effect indicating that the auto button function is effective (step S7106). Further, the effect control CPU 101 controls the push button LED 20 to emit light in a special light emitting mode (for example, emitting red light) different from the normal light emitting mode (for example, emitting white light) (step S7107).

When it is determined that the auto button valid flag is set (Y in step S7101), the effect control CPU 101 sets a special operation valid period flag indicating that the special operation valid period in the back button advance notice effect is in progress. It is confirmed whether or not it is set (step S7108). If the flag is set during the special operation valid period, the auto button setting process ends.

When it is determined that the flag is not set during the special operation valid period (N in step S7108), the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the setting menu display flag described later is set (step S7109). ), If it is set, the auto button setting process ends.

When the setting menu display flag is not set (N in step S7109), the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the push button pressing operation (single operation) is detected (step S7110). If the push button pressing operation (single operation) is not detected, the auto button setting process ends.

When the push button pressing operation (single-shot operation) is detected (Y in step S7110), the effect control CPU 101 resets the auto button enable flag (step S7111).

Next, the effect control CPU 101 controls to display the auto button invalid display indicating that the auto button function is invalid on the effect display device 9 (step S7112). Further, the effect control CPU 101 controls to output an auto button invalid sound effect (a sound effect different from the above auto button effective sound effect) indicating that the function of the auto button is invalid (step S7113). Further, the effect control CPU 101 controls the push button LED 20 to emit light in a normal light emitting mode (step S7114).

In this embodiment, the auto button function can be enabled or disabled at an arbitrary timing by executing the auto button setting process shown in FIG. 26. Specifically, the player can enable the auto button function by pressing and holding the push button 120 when the auto button function is disabled (see steps S7101, S7103, and S7104). ), If the push button 120 is pressed (single operation) while the auto button function is enabled, the auto button function can be disabled (see steps S7101, S7110, and S7111). With such a configuration, the setting of the auto button function can be easily changed not only during the period during which the customer waiting demonstration is being displayed, but also during the period during which the effect symbol is being displayed in a variable manner or during the big hit game. Can be done. That is, the setting of the auto button function can be easily changed without interrupting the game once, and it is possible to prevent the interruption from deteriorating the interest.

However, in this embodiment, an exceptional period is provided in which the setting change of the auto button function is not accepted. For example, when the auto button function is disabled, a long-press operation may be performed to display the notice display during the operation valid period in the button notice effect. If the function setting is changed, the setting change that the player does not intend will be made. Therefore, in this embodiment, when the flag is set during the operation valid period, that is, during the operation valid period in the button notice effect, even if the long press operation of the push button 120 is detected, the auto button It is configured not to change the function from disabled to enabled (see step S7102). With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the setting of the auto button function from being unintentionally changed.

It should be noted that during the special operation valid period in the back button notice effect and the operation valid period in the decision button effect described later, a predetermined control is performed based on the detection of the push operation (single operation), so that the player Does not need to be pressed and held. However, since it is assumed that the intention to perform a single operation is a long press operation as a result, in step S7102, the special operation valid period in the back button notice effect and the operation effective period in the decision button effect are in progress. Even in the case (that is, when the special operation valid period flag or the decision button effect period flag described later is set), even if the long press operation of the push button 120 is detected, the auto button function is enabled from invalid. It may be configured not to be changed to. Similarly, a single-shot operation of the push button 120 may be performed to change the setting related to the effect from the setting menu described later, but it is assumed that the single-shot operation is intended to be a long-press operation. In step S7102, even when the setting menu display flag indicating that the setting menu is being displayed is set or the long press operation of the push button 120 is detected, the auto button function is enabled from disabled. It may be configured so as not to be changed.

Further, in this embodiment, even if the function of the auto button is effective, the push button 120 must be pressed in order to execute the back button notice effect. Therefore, an operation for executing the back button notice effect may be performed during the special operation valid period in the back button notice effect. Therefore, when the special operation valid period flag is set, that is, during the special operation valid period in the back button notice effect, even if the push button 120 is detected, the auto button function is effective. It is configured not to be invalidated (see step S7108). With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the setting of the auto button function from being unintentionally changed.

Further, in this embodiment, the push button 120 may be pressed in order to set the auto button or the background image from the setting menu described later. Therefore, in this embodiment, the pressing operation of the push button 120 is detected when the setting menu display flag is set, that is, when the auto button is set or the background image is set from the setting menu. Even so, the auto button function is configured not to be changed from enabled to disabled (see step S7109). With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the setting of the auto button function from being unintentionally changed.

Further, in this embodiment, the button advance notice effect is started when the auto button function is enabled, and when the player operates the push button 120 in response to the button advance notice effect, the auto button 120 is automatically activated. The button function is changed from valid to invalid (for example, realized by the processing of steps S7101 and S7108 to S7111), and the detection result is reflected in the button notice effect (for example, the processing of steps S8113 to S8144A is executed). Is configured to be). With such a configuration, even if the auto button function is enabled, if the player wants to perform an operation, the operation can be immediately reflected in the production.

In this embodiment, the button advance notice effect is started when the auto button function is enabled, and when the player operates the push button 120 in response to the button advance notice effect, the push button 120 is immediately operated. The auto button function is changed from enabled to disabled, and the detection result is reflected in the button notice effect. However, the configuration is not limited to this, and for example, auto is performed while the button notice effect is being executed. It may be configured so that the function of the auto button is changed from valid to invalid after the button advance notice effect is completed without changing the setting of the button function. Such a configuration can be realized, for example, by executing the following processing. When the effect control CPU 101 detects the operation of the push button 120 in step S7111, the process of steps S7111 to S7114 is executed unless the operation valid period of the button notice effect is in effect, and the auto button function is performed during the operation valid period. The process of setting the auto button change hold flag indicating that the change from valid to invalid is suspended is executed, and the auto button setting process is terminated without executing the processes of steps S7111 to S7114. Then, if the auto button change hold flag is set at the end of the button notice effect (for example, the timing when the notice display is displayed or the end timing of the operation valid period), the effect control CPU 101 functions as an auto button. Changes from enabled to disabled (that is, resets the auto button enable flag and resets the auto button change hold flag). Regarding the configuration in which the setting change of the auto button function is temporarily suspended, the button notice effect A and the button notice effect B in which the notice display is displayed based on the detection of the repeated hitting operation of the push button 120 are performed. And, it may be applied to only one of the button notice effect C in which the notice display is displayed based on the detection of the single operation of the push button 120, or may be applied to both.

Further, when the player operates the push button 120 in response to the button advance notice effect, the auto button function is changed from valid to invalid after the button advance notice effect is completed. For example, in addition to detecting the operation of the push button 120 at predetermined intervals by the function of the auto button, it is possible to detect that the push button 120 is actually operated by the player and reflect it in the production. You may. That is, the continuous striking operation by the auto button and the actually performed operation may be reflected in the production. In such a configuration, for example, when the auto button change hold flag is set immediately before step S8147, it is confirmed whether or not the operation of the push button 120 is detected, and when it is detected, it is confirmed. Is realized by executing the process of subtracting 1 from the value of the operation count counter. Further, for example, it is also realized by confirming whether or not the auto button change hold flag is set immediately before step S8169, and if it is set, executing a process of shifting to step S8170.

Further, for example, when the push button 120 is configured to be deformable and the push button 120 is deformed into a shape different from the normal state according to a predetermined effect (that is, an effect accompanied by the deformation of the push button 120 is being executed. Even if the pressing operation of the push button 120 is detected, the setting of the auto button may not be changed. For example, when the operation is strongly urged by deforming the push button 120, it is possible that there is no intention of changing the setting even if the operation is performed. When the push button 120 is deformed into a shape different from the normal state, for example, the button portion is deformed to a state of protruding toward the player side from the normal state, or the push button 120 is combined in the normal state. In addition to the case where the button part is split, the case where a plurality of button part parts are combined to form one button part, and the like, it is rotatable (for example, it rotates about a rotation axis in the vertical direction). It also includes the case where the button part that is possible or can rotate around the horizontal rotation axis) is rotating.

FIG. 27 is a flowchart showing a variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) in the effect control process process shown in FIG. 25. In the variation pattern command reception waiting process, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the variation pattern command reception flag is set (step S811). If the variation pattern command reception flag is set, the variation pattern command reception flag is reset (step S812). Further, if the effect display device 9 displays the setting menu screen described later, the effect control CPU 101 erases the setting menu screen (step S813). Further, if the effect control CPU 101 is set, the setting menu display flag described later is reset (step S814). Then, the effect control CPU 101 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the effect symbol variation start process (step S801) (step S815). As described above, in this embodiment, the display result designation command is transmitted even when the power failure is restored (see step S44). However, as shown in FIG. 27, in this embodiment, in normal times, the display result designation command is transmitted. , The effect symbol variation start processing is started based on the reception of the variation pattern command, and the variation display of the effect symbol is started. Therefore, the effect symbol variation only by receiving the display result specification command without receiving the variation pattern command. The display does not start.

If the variation pattern command reception flag is not set, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the setting menu display flag indicating that the setting menu screen is being displayed is set (step S816). If the setting menu display flag is not set, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the operation of the stick controller 122 is detected (step S817). Whether or not the operation of the stick controller 122 is detected can be specifically determined by confirming whether or not the operation detection signal is input from the tilt direction sensor unit 123. If the operation of the stick controller 122 is detected, the effect control CPU 101 sets a setting menu for setting whether to enable or disable the auto button function and the background image on the display screen of the effect display device 9. Along with controlling the display of the screen on the effect display device 9 (step S819), the setting menu display flag is set (step S820).

Further, in this embodiment, when the processes of steps S817 to S820 are executed, the stick controller 122 is operated during a period during which the variation display of the effect symbol is not displayed (for example, a period during which the customer waiting demonstration is being displayed). , The display of the setting menu screen is started, and it is possible to set whether to enable or disable the function of the auto button and to set the background image on the display screen of the effect display device 9.

If the setting menu display flag is set in step S816 (that is, if the setting menu screen is already being displayed), the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the operation of the stick controller 122 has been detected (that is, if the setting menu screen is already being displayed). Step S821). When the operation of the stick controller 122 is detected, the effect control CPU 101 follows the operation of the stick controller 122 and points to the setting item selected on the setting menu screen (for example, the cursor 200 of FIG. 42 (4)). ) Is moved (step S822). In step S822, for example, when an operation of tilting the stick controller 122 to the right is detected, the cursor is moved from the selected setting item to the setting item located on the right side (see FIGS. 42 (4) and 42 (5)), and the stick. When the operation of tilting the controller 122 toward the front is detected, the cursor is moved from the selected setting item to the setting item located on the lower side (see FIGS. 42 (6) and 42 (7)).

When the operation of the stick controller 122 is not detected (N in step S821), the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the pressing operation of the push button 120 is detected (step S823). If the pressing operation of the push button 120 is detected, the effect control CPU 101 displays the setting items (for example, "valid" and "disabled" shown in FIG. 42 (6)) for the cursor to set the auto button on the setting menu screen. ) (Y in step S824), the auto button enable flag is set or reset according to the setting item pointed to by the cursor (step S825). Specifically, when the pressing operation of the push button 120 is detected, if the cursor points to "valid" among the setting items related to the auto button, set the auto button enable flag and point to "invalid". If so, reset the auto button enable flag.

Further, on the setting menu screen, if the cursor points to a setting item related to the setting of the background image (for example, "A", "B", and "C" shown in FIG. 42 (7)) (Y in step S826). The effect control CPU 101 sets the background image according to the setting item pointed to by the cursor (step S827). Specifically, when the pressing operation of the push button 120 is detected, if the cursor points to "A" among the setting items of the background image, it is set to the background image A, and if it points to "B", the background is set. It is set to the image B, and if it points to "C", it is set to the background image C. In this embodiment, the effect display device 9 performs variable display of the effect symbol with any of the selected background screens A to C as the background.

Further, on the setting menu screen, when neither the setting item related to the auto button setting nor the setting item related to the background image setting is pointed to, that is, when "setting end" (see FIG. 42) is pointed to, the effect control The CPU 101 clears the setting menu screen and resets the setting menu display flag (steps S828 and S829).

In this embodiment, by executing the processes of steps S816 to S829, the setting menu screen is displayed on the effect display device 9 during the period during which the effect symbol is not being displayed in a variable manner (for example, during the period during which the customer waiting demonstration is being displayed). It is possible to set whether to enable or disable the function of the auto button by displaying the display, and to set which of a plurality of types of background images is set on the display screen of the effect display device 9.

FIG. 28 is a flowchart showing the effect symbol variation start process (step S801) in the effect control process process shown in FIG. 25. In the effect symbol variation start process, the effect control CPU 101 first reads the variation pattern command from the variation pattern command storage area (step S8000). Next, the effect control CPU 101 displays a display result (stop) of the effect symbol according to the variation pattern command read in step S8000 and the data stored in the display result specification command storage area (that is, the received display result specification command). The symbol) is determined (step S8001). That is, by executing the process of step S8001 by the effect control CPU 101, the display result of the variable display of the identification information (stop of the effect symbol) according to the variable display pattern (variable pattern) determined by the variable display pattern determining means. A display result determining means for determining a symbol) is realized. When the pseudo-ream is specified by the variation pattern command, in step S8001, the effect control CPU 101 uses a chance pattern symbol (for example, "223" or "445") as a temporary stop symbol of the pseudo-ream. , A combination of a jackpot symbol that does not reach but one symbol is out of alignment) is also determined. The effect control CPU 101 stores data indicating the determined stop symbol of the effect symbol in the effect symbol display result storage area. In step S8001, the effect control CPU 101 may determine whether or not it is a big hit based on the received variation pattern command, and determine the stop symbol of the effect symbol based only on the variation pattern command. ..

FIG. 29 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a stop symbol of the effect symbol in the effect display device 9. In the example shown in FIG. 29, when the received display result designation command indicates "normal jackpot" (when the received display result designation command is the display result 2 designation command), the effect control CPU 101 is stopped. As the symbols, the combination of the effect symbols in which the three symbols are the same even-numbered symbols is determined. Further, when the received display result specification command indicates "probability variation jackpot" (when the received display result specification command is the display result 3 designation command), the effect control CPU 101 has 3 symbols as stop symbols. Determine the combination of the production symbols that are the same odd-numbered symbols.

If the received display result specification command indicates "sudden probability change big hit" or "small hit" (when the received display result specification command is a display result 4 designation command or a display result 5 designation command), The effect control CPU 101 determines a combination of effect symbols such as "135" as the stop symbol. Then, in the case of "off" (when the received display result designation command is the display result 1 designation command), the combination of the effect symbols other than the above is determined. However, when accompanied by a reach effect, the combination of the effect symbols in which the two left and right symbols are aligned is determined. Further, the combination of the three symbols derived and displayed on the effect display device 9 is the "stop symbol" of the effect symbol.

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

As for the production symbols, the stop symbol (a combination of symbols in which the left, middle, and right are all the same symbol) reminiscent of a jackpot is called a jackpot symbol. In addition, a stop symbol that reminds us of an outlier is called an outlier symbol. Further, a symbol that reminds us of being in a probabilistic state (an odd number symbol in this embodiment) is also called a probabilistic symbol, and a symbol that reminds us that it will not be in a probabilistic state (an even symbol in this embodiment) is a non-probable variation symbol. Also called.

Next, the effect control CPU 101 executes a advance notice effect setting process for determining whether or not to execute various advance notice effects in the effect display device 9 and setting the effect mode of the effect effect during the variable display of the effect symbol (). Step S8002). In this embodiment, as will be described later, in the advance notice effect setting process, the button advance notice effect and the back button advance notice effect accompanied by the operation by the push button 120 are set. In addition to the button notice effect and the back button notice effect, other notice effects such as a step-up notice effect, a mini character notice effect, and a movable object notice effect using a movable member may be configured to be executable.

Next, the effect control CPU 101 selects a process table according to the advance notice effect when executing the variation pattern and the advance notice effect (step S8003). Then, the process timer in the process data 1 of the selected process table is started (step S8004).

FIG. 30 is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of the process table. The process table is a table in which process data to be referred to when the effect control CPU 101 executes control of the effect device is set. That is, the effect control CPU 101 controls the effect device (effect component) such as the effect display device 9 according to the process data set in the process table. The process table is composed of a collection of a plurality of combinations of process timer setting values, display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data. The display control execution data includes data and the like indicating each variation mode constituting the variation mode during the variable display time (variation time) of the variable display of the effect symbol. Specifically, data related to the change of the display screen of the effect display device 9 is described. Further, in the process timer set value, the fluctuation time in the mode of the fluctuation is set. The effect control CPU 101 refers to the process table and controls the display control to display the effect symbol in the variation mode set in the display control execution data only for the time set in the process timer set value.

The process table shown in FIG. 30 is stored in the ROM of the effect control board 80. In addition, the process table is prepared according to each fluctuation pattern.

If the effect control CPU 101 is determined to execute the advance notice effect, the process table corresponding to the advance notice effect is selected in step S8003.

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

Further, the effect control CPU 101 serves as an effect device (effect display device 9 as an effect component, effect component 9) according to the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound number data 1). Control of various lamps and a speaker 27) as an effect component is executed (step S8005). For example, the effect display device 9 outputs a command to the VDP 109 in order to display an image according to the fluctuation pattern. Further, in order to control the lighting / extinguishing of various lamps, a control signal (lamp control execution data) is output to the lamp driver board 35. Further, in order to output the sound from the speaker 27, a control signal (sound number data) is output to the sound output board 70.

In this embodiment, the effect control CPU 101 controls the variation pattern command so that the effect pattern is variably displayed according to the variation pattern corresponding to one-to-one. However, the effect control CPU 101 controls the variation pattern command. The fluctuation pattern to be used may be selected from a plurality of types of fluctuation patterns corresponding to.

Next, the effect control CPU 101 sets a value corresponding to the fluctuation time specified by the fluctuation pattern command in the fluctuation time timer (step S8006).

Then, the effect control CPU 101 sets the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the effect symbol changing process (step S802) (step S8007).

FIG. 31 is a flowchart showing a notice effect setting process (step S8002) in the effect symbol variation start process. In the advance notice effect setting process, the effect control CPU 101 first performs a lottery process based on random numbers using the button advance notice effect determination table for determining the presence / absence and type of the button advance notice effect, and the presence / absence and type of the button advance notice effect. Is determined (step S6501).

32 (A) and 32 (B) are explanatory views showing a specific example of the button notice effect determination table. Of these, FIG. 32 (A) shows a specific example of the button notice effect determination table used in the case of disconnection. Further, FIG. 32B shows a specific example of the button notice effect determination table used in the case of a big hit. As shown in FIGS. 32 (A) and 32 (B), "button notice effect A", "button notice effect B", "button notice effect C", and "no execution" are displayed on the button notice effect determination table. Judgment values are assigned to and.

In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 32 (A) and 32 (B), as a button notice effect, a notice display (for example, "super heat!" Or "extreme heat!" "Button notice effect A" and "button notice effect B" that display a character string such as "chance!") And a notice display (for example, character A or character) based on the detection of a single operation of the push button 120. A "button notice effect C" in which B) is displayed is provided.

In "button notice effect A" and "button notice effect B", when the operation valid period is started, a gauge display corresponding to the number of operations of the push button 120 is displayed, and each time the operation of the push button 120 is detected. , The display is updated so that the scale of the gauge display is reduced by one. Then, when the number of times the operation is detected reaches a predetermined number (that is, when the scale of the gauge display becomes 0), it is determined that the operation condition is satisfied and a notice display (for example, "super heat!" Or "chance!" , Etc.) is displayed. Further, in the "button notice effect C", if the operation of the push button 120 is detected once during the operation valid period, it is determined that the operation condition is satisfied and the notice display (for example, character A or character B) is displayed. Is displayed.

Further, in this embodiment, when the function of the auto button is invalid and the execution of the button notice effect A is decided, the long press operation of the push button 120 is started during the execution of the button notice effect. , When 4 seconds have passed since the long press operation was started, the detection by automatic continuous hitting is started, and during the detection by automatic continuous hitting, the number of operations by the push button 120 is increased by 1 every 1.0 seconds. Treated as. Further, when the execution of the button advance notice effect B is decided, if the long press operation of the push button 120 is started during the execution of the button advance notice effect, auto is performed when 2 seconds have passed from the start of the long press operation. The detection by repeated hits is started, and during the detection by automatic repeated hits, the number of operations by the push button 120 is treated as increasing by one every 0.5 seconds. Regardless of which of the button advance notice effect A and the button advance notice effect B is executed, when the normal continuous hitting operation of the push button 120 is performed, each time the pressing operation of the push button 120 is detected, It is treated as if the number of operations has increased by one.

Further, if the auto button function is enabled, when the button notice effect A is executed, 1.0 second has elapsed from the start of the operation valid period even if the push button 120 is not pressed for a long time. Each time the push button 120 is operated, the number of operations is treated as increasing by one. Further, when the button notice effect B is executed, even if the push button 120 is not pressed for a long time, the number of operations by the push button 120 is increased every 0.5 seconds from the start of the operation valid period. It is treated as increasing once. Further, as will be described in detail later, when the button notice effect C is executed, even if the push button 120 is not operated, a predetermined timing in the middle of the operation valid period (for example, the operation valid period is 6 seconds). When it reaches the timing when 3 seconds have passed from the start of the operation valid period), it is treated as if the number of operations by the push button 120 has been performed once (see FIG. 33 (B)).

Not limited to the example shown in FIG. 32, for example, the auto-continuous hit start time and the auto-continuous hit detection period may be selected from a plurality of options at different ratios depending on whether or not the hit is a big hit. For example, the auto continuous hit start time is determined to be 0 seconds at a rate of 50% when the display result is a big hit, and is determined to 2 seconds at a rate of 50%, and 70% when the display result is off. The ratio may be determined to be 0 seconds, and the ratio of 30% may be determined to be 2 seconds. In addition, the auto repeated hit detection interval is determined to be 0.5 seconds at a rate of 70% when the display result is a big hit, and is determined to 1 second at a rate of 30%, and when the display result is off, it is determined to be 1 second. It may be determined at a rate of 50% for 0.5 seconds and at a rate of 50% for 1 second. In addition, regarding the configuration in which the auto-repeated hit start time and the auto-repeated hit detection period are selected from a plurality of options at different ratios depending on whether it is a big hit or not, either the auto-repeated hit by the auto button function or the auto-repeated hit by the long press operation It may be applied only to or both.

In step S6501, the effect control CPU 101 determines whether or not it is a big hit. In this case, for example, in the effect control CPU 101, the display result designation command stored in the display result designation command storage area (see step S618) indicates a normal jackpot or a probability variation jackpot, or a display result 2 designation command or a display result 3 designation command. By confirming whether or not it is, it is possible to determine whether or not it is a big hit.

In the case of a loss, the effect control CPU 101 selects the button notice effect determination table for the disengagement shown in FIG. 32 (A). Further, in the case of a big hit, the effect control CPU 101 selects the button notice effect determination table for the big hit shown in FIG. 32 (B). Then, the effect control CPU 101 performs a lottery process based on a random number using the selected button advance notice effect determination table, and determines the presence / absence and type of the button advance notice effect.

In this embodiment, in the case of a sudden big hit or small hit, the button notice effect determination table for loss shown in FIG. 32 (A) is selected to determine the presence / absence and type of the button advance effect. It shall be. In the case of a sudden change big hit or a small hit, the button notice effect determination table for the big hit shown in FIG. 32 (B) may be selected, or the button notice effect determination for the sudden change big hit or the small hit may be selected. A table may be provided.

As shown in FIGS. 32 (A) and 32 (B), in this embodiment, the degree of expectation (reliability) for the jackpot is higher in the order of button notice effect A> button notice effect B> button notice effect C.

Further, in this embodiment, in the button advance notice effect A and the button advance notice effect B, character strings such as "super heat!" And "chance!" Are displayed as the advance notice display, but the button advance notice effect A is better. Compared to the button notice effect B, the ratio of displaying the character string "super heat!" As the notice display is high. Further, the button notice effect B has a higher ratio of displaying the character string "chance!" As the notice display than the button notice effect A. That is, the expectation (reliability) for the big hit is higher when the character string "super heat!" Is displayed as the notice display than when the character string "chance!" Is displayed. In the case of the button notice effect A, "super heat!" May be displayed at a rate of 100%, and in the case of the button notice effect B, "chance!" May be displayed at a rate of 100%. ..

Further, in this embodiment, in the button notice effect C, the character A or the character B is displayed as the notice display, but in the case of a big hit, the ratio of the character A being displayed is higher than that of the character B. That is, when the character A is displayed as the notice display of the button notice effect C, the degree of expectation (reliability) for the big hit is higher than when the character B is displayed.

The notice display of the button notice effect may be determined in advance in the notice effect setting process, or a lottery may be performed when the operation conditions are satisfied to determine which notice display is to be displayed. ..

Further, in this embodiment, three types of button notice effect A, button notice effect B, and button notice effect C are provided as the types of the button advance notice effect, but only in such an embodiment. Instead, for example, it may be configured to provide four or more types of button notice effects. Further, in this embodiment, a button notice effect determination table for disconnection and a button advance notice effect determination table for big hits are provided, but the present invention is not limited to such a configuration, and the button advance notice effect determination table is provided for each variation pattern. May be provided so that the presence / absence of execution of the button notice effect and the ratio of types may be different.

Further, in this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 32, regardless of which of the button advance notice effect A and the button advance notice effect B is executed, if the long press operation is performed, the operation by automatic repeated hitting is detected. Although the case is shown in which the operation is performed so as to be performed, not limited to such a mode, for example, a type of button notice effect is provided so that the operation is not detected by the automatic repeated hits even if the long press operation is performed. It may be configured as. For example, in the case of providing a kind of effect that the player wants to participate in the operation as much as possible, such as configuring so that it can be recognized whether or not the push button 120 is a big hit based on the result of the repeated hit operation, the long press operation is performed. Even if it is done, it may be configured so that the operation is not detected by the automatic repeated hits.

Then, when the effect control CPU 101 decides to execute the button advance notice effect (Y in step S6502), the effect type (button advance notice effect A, button advance notice effect B) is provided in the RAM. It is stored in a predetermined storage area (step S6503).

Next, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the variation pattern has a super reach (step S6504), and if it is a variation pattern having a super reach, determines the type of the back button advance notice effect. Using the back button notice effect determination table, lottery processing is performed based on random numbers, the type of back button advance notice effect is determined (step S6505), and the determined type of back button advance notice effect is stored in a predetermined storage area provided in the RAM. (Step S6506). In this embodiment, when the super reach is performed, the back button notice effect is always executed after the start of the super reach. However, since the operation is valid and the notification for prompting the operation is not performed in the back button notice effect, it does not indicate that the special operation valid period in the back button notice effect has started. Further, even if the auto button function is enabled, if the pressing operation of the push button 120 is not detected during the special operation valid period, the frame LED 28 does not emit light in a predetermined mode due to the back button notice effect.

32 (C) and 32 (D) are explanatory views showing a specific example of the back button notice effect determination table. Of these, FIG. 32 (C) shows a specific example of the back button notice effect determination table used when the table is out of alignment. Further, FIG. 32 (D) shows a specific example of the back button notice effect determination table used in the case of a big hit. As shown in FIGS. 32 (C) and 32 (D), "back button notice effect A", "back button notice effect B", and "back button notice effect C" are displayed on the back button advance notice effect determination table. Judgment values are assigned to each of the "back button notice effect D".

In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 32 (C) and 32 (D), the execution of the back button notice effect A is determined, and the pressing operation of the push button 120 is detected during the special operation valid period of the back button notice effect A. Then, the frame LED 28 is controlled to emit white light. Further, when the execution of the back button notice effect B is determined and the pressing operation of the push button 120 is detected during the special operation valid period of the back button notice effect B, the frame LED 28 is controlled to emit blue light. Further, when the execution of the back button notice effect C is determined and the pressing operation of the push button 120 is detected during the special operation valid period of the back button notice effect C, the frame LED 28 is controlled to emit green light. Further, when the execution of the back button notice effect D is determined and the pressing operation of the push button 120 is detected during the special operation valid period of the back button notice effect D, the frame LED 28 is controlled to emit red light.

In this embodiment, when the pressing operation of the push button 120 is detected during the special operation valid period of the back button notice effect, the frame LED 28 is set to the light emitting mode according to the type of the back button notice effect determined in advance. Although it is configured to control light emission, it is not limited to such a configuration, and for example, it may be configured so that the light emitting mode changes stepwise when a pressing operation of the push button 120 is detected. .. Specifically, when the execution of the back button notice effect D is determined and the first pressing operation of the push button 120 is detected during the special operation valid period of the back button notice effect D, the frame LED 28 turns white. Light emission is controlled, and when the second push button 120 pressing operation is detected, the frame LED 28 is controlled to emit blue light, and when the third push button 120 pressing operation is detected, the frame The LED 28 may be controlled to emit green light, and when the fourth push button 120 pressing operation is detected, the frame LED 28 may be controlled to emit red light. In such a case, even if the long press operation of the push button 120 is detected, the automatic continuous striking may not function. That is, when it is decided to execute the back button notice effect D, the light emitting mode of the frame LED 28 may not change to red unless the push button 120 is pressed four times. Further, even in such a case, when the automatic repeated hitting by the long press operation of the push button 120 is configured to function, the long press operation of the push button 120 is detected during the special operation valid period of the back button notice effect. However, you may not change the setting of the auto button function from disabled to enabled.

As shown in FIGS. 32 (C) and 32 (D), in this embodiment, the degree of expectation for a big hit is in the order of back button notice effect D> back button notice effect C> back button notice effect B> back button notice effect A. (Reliability) is high.

In step S6505, the effect control CPU 101 determines whether or not it is a big hit. Then, in the case of a loss, the effect control CPU 101 selects the back button notice effect determination table for the disengagement shown in FIG. 32 (C). Further, in the case of a big hit, the effect control CPU 101 selects the back button notice effect determination table for the big hit shown in FIG. 32 (D). Then, the effect control CPU 101 uses the selected button back notice effect determination table to perform lottery processing based on random numbers to determine the type of back button advance notice effect.

In this embodiment, in the case of a sudden big hit or small hit, the back button notice effect determination table for disconnection shown in FIG. 32 (C) is selected to determine the type of back button advance notice effect. It shall be. In the case of a sudden change big hit or a small hit, the back button notice effect determination table for the big hit shown in FIG. 32 (D) may be selected, or the back button notice for the sudden change big hit or the small hit may be selected. A production determination table may be provided.

Further, in this embodiment, a case where four types of back button notice effects are provided is shown, but the present invention is not limited to such a mode, and for example, less than three types or five or more types of back button notice effects are provided. It may be configured to provide.

Here, the execution timing of each effect will be described. FIG. 33A is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of the execution timing of each effect. The button notice effects A to C, the back button notice effects, and the decision button effects are all effects that perform predetermined control based on the detection of the operation of the push button 120. However, in FIG. 33 (A), The operation validity period in each effect is shown as the execution timing. Further, the hit / fail notification is executed at the detected timing when the pressing operation of the push button 120 is detected during the operation valid period in the determination button effect, and is pushed when the auto button function is valid. Even if the push operation of the button 120 is not detected, it is executed immediately before the end of the operation valid period (for example, when the operation valid period is 10 seconds, the timing when 9 seconds have passed from the start of the operation valid period), and the function of the auto button is executed. Is invalid and the pressing operation of the push button 120 is not detected during the operation valid period, it is executed at the end of the operation valid period as shown in FIG. 33 (A).

As shown in FIG. 33 (A), the button advance notice effect A, the button advance notice effect B, and the button advance notice effect C are all executed in the period from the start of fluctuation to the start of super reach.

Further, as shown in FIG. 33A, the back button advance notice effect is executed immediately after the start of the super reach effect, and the decision button effect is executed at the end of the super reach effect. In addition, the decision button effect is a notification prompting the operation with the start of the operation valid period, and based on the detection of the pressing operation (single operation) of the push button 120 during the operation valid period, the notification is as a result. , It is an effect of displaying a hit / fail display indicating whether or not it is a big hit. Further, in this embodiment, the determination button effect is always executed when the super reach is executed. The decision button effect is not limited to the configuration of displaying the winning / failing display, and may be configured such that the accessory is operated in the case of a big hit and the accessory is not operated in the case of a miss.

In this embodiment, when the super reach effect is executed, the back button notice effect is always executed, but the present invention is not limited to such a configuration, for example, the back button notice effect. It may be decided by selecting from a plurality of execution timings (that is, special operation validity period) when executing the above.

Next, the timing at which the operation conditions for each effect are satisfied when the auto button is enabled will be described. FIG. 33B is an explanatory diagram showing the timing at which the operation conditions for each effect are satisfied when the auto button is enabled. In this embodiment, similarly to the button advance notice effects A to C, if the auto button function is valid, the operation conditions are set at a predetermined timing even if the operation of the push button 120 is not detected. Is satisfied, a predetermined display is displayed.

Here, the button notice effect C and the determined button effect are compared. Both the button notice effect C and the determined button effect are notified to prompt the operation with the start of the operation valid period, and a predetermined display is performed based on the detection of a single operation of the push button 120 during the operation valid period. The button notice effect C is an effect that announces the degree of expectation (reliability) for a big hit, whereas the decision button effect is an effect that definitively indicates whether or not it is a big hit. Therefore, the decision button production is a production having a higher importance and attention than the button notice production C. Therefore, in this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 33 (B), when the auto button function is effective, the button notice effect C is in the middle of the operation valid period (for example, the operation valid period is 6 seconds). When is, the operation condition is satisfied at the timing when 3 seconds have passed from the start of the operation valid period, and for the decision button effect, the operation valid period is immediately before the end of the operation valid period (for example, when the operation valid period is 10 seconds). It is configured so that the operation condition is satisfied at the timing when 9 seconds have passed from the start of. With such a configuration, it is possible to execute the process by the auto button according to the importance and attention of the effect, and the effect of the effect can be enhanced. Specifically, by shortening the execution period of the button notice effect C having a low importance and attention, it is possible to prevent the effect from becoming redundant, and the execution period of the determined button effect having a high importance and attention. By lengthening, it is possible to maintain a sense of expectation and improve the effect of production. The operation validity period may be the same for the button notice effect C and the determined button effect.

The execution timing of each effect is not limited to the example shown in FIG. 33 (A), and may be any timing except for the decision button effect. Further, in the example shown in FIG. 33 (B), the timing of establishment of the operation condition is delayed in the order of the highest degree of expectation (reliability) for the jackpot, that is, in the order of button advance notice effect A, button advance notice effect B, and button advance notice effect C. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, the timing at which the operating conditions are satisfied may be earlier in descending order of the degree of expectation (reliability) for the jackpot. Further, the timing at which the operation condition is satisfied may be different depending on the timing at which the effect is executed. For example, in the case of an effect executed before the reach is established, the operation condition may be satisfied earlier or later than the effect executed after the reach is established.

34 to 38 are flowcharts showing the effect symbol changing process (step S802) in the effect control process process. In the effect symbol changing process, the effect control CPU 101 first subtracts 1 from the process timer value (step S8101) and 1 subtracts the value of the variation time timer (step S8102). When the process timer times out (step S8103), the process data is switched. That is, the next set process timer setting value in the process table is set in the process timer (step S8104). Further, the control state for the effect device is changed based on the display control execution data, the lamp control execution data, and the sound number data set next (step S8105).

Next, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the operation valid period flag indicating that the operation valid period in the button notice effect is being set is set (step S8106). If the flag is not set during the operation valid period (that is, it is not during the operation valid period in the button notice effect), the effect control CPU 101 determines to execute the button notice effect in the notice effect setting process (see step S8002). If so, it is confirmed whether or not it is the start timing of the operation valid period in the button notice effect (step S8107). Specifically, whether or not the start timing of the operation valid period has come can be determined by checking the value of the fluctuation time timer set in step S8006 of the effect symbol fluctuation start processing. If it is not the start timing of the operation valid period, the process proceeds to step S8138.

If it is the start timing of the operation valid period, the effect control CPU 101 sets a predetermined value (for example, 10) in the operation number counter for counting the number of operations of the push button 120 during the operation valid period of the button notice effect. Set (step S8108). In this embodiment, the push button 120 is repeatedly or long-pressed during the operation valid period of the button notice effect (for example, 20 seconds from the start of the button notice effect), and the number of operations is a predetermined number of times (for example, 10 times). When it reaches, it is determined that the operation condition is satisfied and the notice display is displayed. In step S8108, a value (for example, 10) corresponding to a predetermined number of times to satisfy the operation condition is the operation number counter. Is set to. In this embodiment, in the case of the button notice effect C, the notice display is displayed based on the one-shot operation of the push button 120. Therefore, in this case, the number of operations for satisfying the operation condition is one. The value to be used is set in the operation counter.

Next, the effect control CPU 101 controls the effect display device 9 to start displaying the gauge display according to the value of the operation count counter (step S8109). For example, in step S8109, based on the value of the operation count counter being a predetermined value (for example, 10), the display of the gauge display is started in a mode indicating the full tank state. Then, the effect control CPU 101 sets the flag during the operation valid period (step S8110).

By executing the processes of steps S8107 to S8110, when the start timing of the operation valid period in the button notice effect is reached, the execution of the button notice effect is started, and the detection of the operation by the push button 120 is started.

Next, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the pressing operation of the push button 120 is detected (step S8111). Whether or not the pressing operation of the push button 120 is detected can be specifically determined by confirming whether or not the operation detection signal is input from the push sensor 124. If the pressing operation of the push button 120 is detected (that is, if the push button 120 has already been pressed at the start of the button advance notice effect), the effect control CPU 101 has a type of button advance notice effect. It is confirmed whether or not it is the button notice effect C (step S8111A), and if it is the button notice effect C, the process proceeds to step S8144. In the case of the button notice effect C, the notice display is displayed based on the detection of the single operation of the push button 120. Therefore, when the button notice display is detected in step S8111, the process proceeds to step S8144 to display the notice display. Perform the display process. If it is not the button notice effect C, the effect control CPU 101 sets the operation detection flag (step S8112). Then, the process proceeds to step S8138.

When the flag is set during the operation valid period (that is, when the operation valid period in the button advance notice effect is in progress), the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the auto button valid flag is set. (Step S8112A), and if it is set, the process proceeds to step S8147. If the auto button valid flag is not set, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the auto continuous striking flag indicating that the operation by the auto continuous striking function is being detected is set (step S8113). If the automatic continuous striking flag is not set, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the operation detection flag is set (step S8114).

If the operation detection flag is not set, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the pressing operation of the push button 120 has been detected (step S8115). If the pressing operation of the push button 120 is detected, the effect control CPU 101 sets the operation detection flag (step S8116) and subtracts 1 from the value of the operation count counter (step S8117). Further, the effect control CPU 101 updates the gauge display display on the effect display device 9 according to the value of the operation number counter after subtraction (step S8118). For example, in step S8118, when it is decided to execute the button notice effect A or the button notice effect B, the gauge display scale is reduced by 1 based on the value of the operation count counter being reduced by 1. When it is decided to update the display in such a mode and execute the button notice effect C, the display is updated in a mode in which all the scales of the gauge display are reduced. In the case of the button notice effect C, the gauge display may not be displayed from the beginning.

By executing the processing of steps S8115 to S8118, if the push button 120 is repeatedly hit (normal continuous hitting instead of automatic continuous hitting) during the operation valid period of the button notice effect, one pressing operation of the push button 120 is detected. Each time, the number of operations is counted one by one and the gauge display is updated.

In this embodiment, when the pressing operation of the push button 120 is detected during the operation valid period of the button notice effect, the operation detection flag is set (see step S8116), and in the subsequent timer interruption, N is set in step S8114. Since it is not possible to shift to the processing after step S8115 unless it is time, the next pressing operation of the push button 120 is not detected unless it is detected that the pressing operation of the push button 120 is once released (long press). (Exclude the case where it is).

Next, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the operation conditions in the button notice effect are satisfied (step S8119). Specifically, whether or not the operation condition is satisfied is whether or not the value of the operation count counter is 0 (in this example, the number of operations of the push button 120 is 10 times during the operation valid period (in this example). Alternatively, it can be determined by confirming whether or not (once) has been achieved. If the operation condition is satisfied (that is, if the value of the operation count counter is 0 (in this example, if the operation is achieved 10 times (or 1 time))), the process proceeds to step S8144. To do.

If the operation condition in the button advance notice effect is not satisfied, the effect control CPU 101 sets the button to the auto continuous hit start time timer for measuring the time from the start of the long press operation to the start of the detection by the automatic continuous hit. A value is set according to the type of advance notice effect (step S8120). In this case, for example, if it is decided to execute the button advance notice effect A, it may be the case that the auto continuous hit start time timer is set to a value corresponding to 4 seconds and it is decided to execute the button advance notice effect B. For example, a value corresponding to 2 seconds is set in the automatic continuous hit start time timer (see FIG. 32). Then, the process proceeds to step S8138.

If the operation detection flag is set in step S8114, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the pressing operation of the push button 120 has been detected (step S8121). If the pressing operation of the push button 120 is detected, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the value of the automatic continuous hitting start time timer is 0 (step S8122). If the value of the automatic continuous hit start time timer is 0, the process proceeds to step S8138.

If the value of the auto-continuous hit start time timer is not 0, the effect control CPU 101 subtracts 1 from the value of the auto-continuous hit start time timer (step S8123), and the value of the auto-continuous hit start time timer after the subtraction becomes 0. It is confirmed whether or not it is present (step S8124). If the value of the automatic continuous hit start time timer after subtraction is not 0, the process proceeds to step S8138. If the value of the automatic continuous hit start time timer after subtraction is 0 (that is, if it has timed out), the effect control CPU 101 is detecting an operation by the automatic continuous hit function in the effect display device 9. At the same time as starting the display of the automatic continuous hitting display indicating that (step S8125), the auto continuous hitting flag is set (step S8126). Further, the effect control CPU 101 is set to an automatic continuous hit detection interval timer for measuring the time until one operation is counted during detection of an operation by automatic continuous hits based on a long press operation, depending on the type of button advance notice effect. Set the value (step S8127). In this case, for example, if it is decided to execute the button advance notice effect A, a value corresponding to 1.0 second is set in the automatic continuous hit detection interval timer, and it is decided to execute the button advance notice effect B. If so, a value corresponding to 0.5 seconds is set in the automatic continuous hit detection interval timer (see FIG. 32). Then, the process proceeds to step S8138.

By executing the processes of steps S8122 to S8127, when a predetermined time (4 seconds or 2 seconds in this example) elapses after the long press of the push button 120 is started, the operation is detected by the automatic continuous striking function. To be started.

If the push button 120 has already been pressed at the start of the button notice effect, the operation detection flag is set in step S8112, and the automatic continuous hit start time timer in step S8120 is not set. Unless the pressing operation of the push button 120 is temporarily stopped, the Y of step S8114, the Y of step S8121, and the Y of step S8122 will be repeated, and the detection of the operation by the automatic continuous striking function will not be started. ..

In this embodiment, the push button 120 detects the pressing operation at the start of the button advance notice effect in order to eliminate the case where the push button 120 is pressed and held before the start of the button advance notice effect. Although the case of setting the operation detection flag (see steps S8111 and S8112) is shown, the push button 120 is configured to detect the pressing operation and set the operation detection flag from the stage before the start of the button notice effect. You may. In this case, after setting the operation detection flag before the start of the button notice effect, if the operation state of the push button 120 is released before the start of the button notice effect, the operation detection flag is reset again. May be good. As such, it may be configured so that it is possible to eliminate the case where the push button 120 is pressed and held before the start of the button notice effect by some processing mode.

If the pressing operation of the push button 120 is not detected in step S8121, the effect control CPU 101 resets the operation detection flag (step S8128). Then, the process proceeds to step S8138.

If the auto-continuous striking flag is set in step S8113 (that is, if the operation is being detected by the auto-continuous striking function), the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the pressing operation of the push button 120 is detected. (Step S8129). If the pressing operation of the push button 120 is detected, the effect control CPU 101 subtracts 1 from the value of the automatic continuous hit detection interval timer (step S8130), and the value of the automatic continuous hit detection interval timer after the subtraction becomes 0. It is confirmed whether or not it is present (step S8131). If the value of the automatic continuous hit detection interval timer after subtraction is not 0, the process proceeds to step S8138. If the value of the automatic continuous hit detection interval timer is 0 (that is, if it has timed out), the effect control CPU 101 subtracts 1 from the value of the operation count counter (step S8132.). Further, the effect control CPU 101 updates the gauge display display on the effect display device 9 according to the value of the operation number counter after subtraction (step S8133).

Next, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the operation conditions in the button notice effect are satisfied (step S8133A). If the operation condition is satisfied (that is, if the value of the operation count counter is 0 (in this example, if the operation is achieved 10 times or 1 time)), the process proceeds to step S8144.

If the operation conditions for the button advance notice effect are not satisfied, the effect control CPU 101 sets a value corresponding to the type of the button advance notice effect in the automatic continuous hitting start time timer (step S8134). In this case, for example, if it is decided to execute the button advance notice effect A, it may be the case that the auto continuous hit start time timer is set to a value corresponding to 4 seconds and it is decided to execute the button advance notice effect B. For example, a value corresponding to 2 seconds is set in the automatic continuous hit start time timer (see FIG. 32). Then, the process proceeds to step S8138.

By executing the processes of steps S8129 to S8134, in this embodiment, when the operation by the automatic continuous hitting function is being detected, the push button 120 is actually pressed and held for a long time. However, every time a predetermined time (1.0 seconds or 0.5 seconds in this example) elapses, the number of operations is counted one by one, and it is detected that the push button 120 is repeatedly hit. Will be done.

If the pressing operation of the push button 120 is not detected in step S8129, the effect control CPU 101 erases the auto-continuous hitting display displayed on the effect display device 9 (step S8135) and resets the auto-continuous hitting flag. (Step S8136). Further, the effect control CPU 101 resets the operation detection flag (step S8137). That is, the fact that the pressing operation of the push button 120 is not detected in step S8129 means that the long pressing operation of the push button 120 is stopped in the middle of detecting the operation by the automatic continuous striking function. Therefore, step S8135 ~ S8137 is executed to stop the detection of the operation by the automatic continuous hitting function. Then, the process proceeds to step S8138.

In this embodiment, the process of steps S8135 to S8137 is immediately executed when the time is N in step S8129, so that if the player stops the long press operation even a little during the automatic continuous hitting, the automatic continuous hitting function is immediately applied. The case where the detection of the operation is stopped is shown, but it is not limited to such a mode. For example, it is configured to shift to the process of steps S8135 to S8137 on the condition that the long press operation is stopped for a predetermined time (for example, 0.1 to 0.5 seconds) during the automatic continuous hitting, and during the automatic continuous hitting. If the push button 120 is only momentarily released, the operation detection by the automatic continuous striking function may be continued.

Next, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not it is the end timing of the operation valid period in the button notice effect (step S8138). Specifically, whether or not the end timing of the operation valid period has come can be determined by checking the value of the fluctuation time timer set in step S8006 of the effect symbol fluctuation start processing. If it is not the end timing of the operation valid period, the process proceeds to step S8158.

When the end timing of the operation valid period is reached, the effect control CPU 101 erases the gauge display displayed on the effect display device 9 (step S8139), and if the automatic continuous hitting display is displayed, the gauge display is deleted. The display during automatic repeated hitting is erased (step S8140). Further, the effect control CPU 101 resets the flag during the operation valid period (step S8141), and resets the auto-continuous hitting flag and the operation detection flag if the auto-continuous hitting flag and the operation detection flag are set (step S8141). Step S8142). When the automatic continuous hitting start time timer and the automatic continuous hitting detection interval timer are set, the effect control CPU 101 also clears the values of the automatic continuous hitting start time timer and the automatic continuous hitting detection interval timer to 0. After that, the process proceeds to step S8158. In this embodiment, the notice display is not displayed unless the number of detections reaches the predetermined number of times during the operation valid period of the button notice effect, but the notice is also given when the operation valid period ends without the number of detections reaching the predetermined number of times. The display may be displayed.

When the operation condition is satisfied in step S8119 or step S8133A, the effect control CPU 101 displays a notice display according to the type of the button notice effect on the effect display device 9 (step S8144). In this case, for example, when the button notice effect A or the button notice effect B is executed, a character string such as "super heat!" Or "chance!" Is displayed as the notice display, and the button notice effect C is executed. If this is the case, character A or character B is displayed as a notice display. Further, the effect control CPU 101 vibrates the stick controller 122 and the push button 120 by controlling the vibrator motor 126 to operate (step S8144A). After that, the process proceeds to step S8139.

When the auto button enable flag is set in step S8112A, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the auto button execution flag indicating that the detection process by the auto button function is being executed is set. (Step S8147). If the auto button executing flag is not set, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not it is the start timing of the detection process by the auto button function (step S8156), and starts the detection process by the auto button function. If it is timing, the auto button execution flag is set (step S8156A), and the auto button detection interval timer for measuring the time until one operation is counted during the operation detection process by the auto button function. Is set to a value according to the type of button notice effect (step S8157).

In step S8156, for example, when it is decided to execute the button advance notice effect A or the button advance notice effect B, it is confirmed whether or not the timing is 0 seconds after the start of the operation valid period (FIG. 32 (FIG. 32). See A) and (B)). That is, it is confirmed whether or not it is the start time of the automatic repeated hits by the auto button function. Further, in step S8157, for example, when it is decided to execute the button advance notice effect A, a value corresponding to 1.0 second is set in the auto button detection interval timer, and the button advance notice effect B is executed. If it is determined to be, set the value corresponding to 0.5 seconds in the auto button detection interval timer (see FIGS. 32 (A) and 32 (B)).

If it is determined to execute the button advance notice effect A or the button advance notice effect B by executing the processes of steps S8156 to S8157, the detection process by the auto button function (that is, that is) at the same time as the start of the operation valid period. , Auto repeated hits) is started.

In this embodiment, when it is decided to execute the button advance notice effect A, if the auto button function is effective, the auto button is compared with the case where it is decided to execute the button advance notice effect B. Since the detection interval is long (see FIGS. 32 (A) and 32 (B)), the timing at which the operating conditions are satisfied is delayed (see FIG. 33 (B)).

In the case of the button notice effect C that displays the notice display based on the detection of the single operation of the push button 120, the operation condition is satisfied in the middle of the operation valid period as shown in FIG. 33 (B). Therefore, it is assumed that the start timing of the detection process by the auto button function is set in the middle of the operation valid period. If it is decided to execute the button advance notice effect C when the auto button function is enabled, in step S8156, a predetermined timing in the middle of the operation valid period, which is the start timing of the detection process by the Orton function (for example,). , When the operation valid period is 6 seconds, it is confirmed whether or not it is the timing when 3 seconds have passed from the start of the operation valid period). Further, in step S8157, a value corresponding to 0 seconds is set in the auto button detection interval timer. By executing the process in this way, in the process of steps S8149 to S8153 described later, it is immediately determined that the operation has been detected once, and a notice display is displayed on the assumption that the operation condition is satisfied. That is, in the case of the button notice effect C, when the detection process by the auto button function is started, the operation condition is satisfied when it is determined that the operation has been detected once, so that the process of detecting the single operation is performed. Become.

When the auto button execution flag is set in step S8147, the effect control CPU 101 subtracts 1 from the value of the auto button detection interval timer (step S8148), and the value of the auto button detection interval timer after the subtraction is set. It is confirmed whether or not it is 0 (step S8149). If the value of the auto button detection interval timer after subtraction is not 0, the process proceeds to step S8158. If the value of the auto button detection interval timer is 0 (that is, if it has timed out), the effect control CPU 101 subtracts 1 from the value of the operation count counter (step S8150). Further, the effect control CPU 101 updates the gauge display display on the effect display device 9 according to the value of the operation number counter after subtraction (step S8151).

Next, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the operation conditions in the button notice effect are satisfied (step S8152). If the operation condition is not satisfied (that is, if the value of the operation count counter is not 0), the process proceeds to step S8157.

If the operation condition is satisfied (that is, if the value of the operation count counter is 0), the effect control CPU 101 displays a notice display according to the type of the button notice effect on the effect display device 9. (Step S8154). Further, the effect control CPU 101 erases the gauge display (step S8154), resets the auto button executing flag (step S8155), and resets the flag during the operation valid period (step S8155A). After that, the process proceeds to step S8158.

In step S8158, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the special operation valid period flag indicating that the special operation valid period in the back button advance notice effect is being set is set (step S8158). If it is not set, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not it is the start timing of the special operation valid period (step S8159), and if it is the start timing of the special operation valid period, sets the flag during the special operation valid period. Set (step S8160). After that, the process proceeds to step S8161.

When the special operation valid period flag is set in step S8158, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not it is the end timing of the special operation valid period (step S8164), and if it is not the end timing, the step The process proceeds to S8161, and if it is the end timing, the flag is reset during the special operation valid period (step S8165), and the process proceeds to step S8166.

In step S8161, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the operation of the push button 120 is detected (step S8161), and if so, the type of back button advance notice effect in which the light emitting mode of the frame LED 29 is determined. It is confirmed whether or not the light emitting mode corresponds to the above (step S8162). If it is not a light emitting mode according to the type of the back button notice effect, the effect control CPU 101 controls to make the frame LED 29 emit light according to the light emitting mode according to the determined type of the back button notice effect (step S8163).

The back button notice effect is not limited to the one that emits light according to the predetermined light emitting mode of the frame LED 29. For example, an image, characters, or characters are displayed on the effect display device 9 according to the type of the back button notice effect. It may indicate the degree of expectation, the LED provided on the board surface may emit light in a predetermined light emitting mode, or the movable member may be operated in any of a plurality of operating modes. The operation means (for example, push button 120, stick controller 122, etc.) may be operated by any one of a plurality of operation modes (for example, vibration, rotation, deformation, etc.).

In step S8166, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the determination button effect period flag indicating that the determination button effect is being executed (that is, during the operation valid period in the determination button effect) is set ( Step S8166). If it is set, the process proceeds to step S8169, and if it is not set, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not it is the start timing of the decision button effect (step S8167), and at the start timing of the decision button effect. If there is, the flag is set during the decision button production period (step S8168). Further, at this time, the effect display device 9 displays an operation instruction image prompting the pressing operation of the push button 120.

Next, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the auto button valid flag is set (step S8169). If the auto button enable flag is not set, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the operation of the push button 120 is detected (step S8170), and if it is detected, it corresponds to the display result of the variable display. A hit / fail notification image is displayed by the effect of the decision button (step S8174). After that, the flag is reset during the determination button effect period (step S8175), and the process proceeds to step S8176.

When the operation of the push button 120 is not detected in step S8170, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not it is the end timing of the determination button effect (step S8171), and if it is the end timing, step S8174. If it is not the end timing, the process proceeds to step S8176.

When the auto button valid flag is set in step S8169, the effect control CPU 101 starts the operation valid period when the operation condition is satisfied by the auto button function (for example, when the operation valid period is 10 seconds). It is confirmed whether or not the timing is 9 seconds after the operation (step S8172), and if the operation condition is satisfied, the process proceeds to step S8174, and if the operation condition is not satisfied, the process proceeds to step S8176. When the auto button function is enabled and the player operates the push button 120 in response to the decision button effect, the auto button function is immediately changed from enabled to disabled (steps S7101, S7110). ~ S7111), the auto button enable flag is not set (N in step S8169), it is determined that the input from the push button 120 has been detected (Y in step S8170), and a pass / fail notification image is displayed (step). S8174).

In step S8176, if the fluctuation time timer has timed out (step S8176), the effect control CPU 101 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the effect symbol fluctuation stop process (step S803) (step S8177). ).

FIG. 40 is a flowchart showing the effect symbol fluctuation stop process (step S803) in the effect control process process. In the effect symbol fluctuation stop process, first, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the stop symbol display flag indicating that the stop symbol of the effect symbol is displayed is set (step S8301). If the stop symbol display flag is set, the process proceeds to step S8305. In this embodiment, when the jackpot symbol is displayed as the stop symbol of the effect symbol, the stop symbol display flag is set in step S8304. Then, the stop symbol display flag is reset when the fanfare effect is executed. Therefore, the fact that the stop symbol display flag is set means that the jackpot symbol has been stopped and displayed, but the fanfare effect has not yet been executed. Therefore, the process of displaying the stop symbol of the effect symbol in step S8302 is executed. Without doing so, the process proceeds to step S8305.

When the stop symbol display flag is not set, the effect control CPU 101 controls to stop and display the determined stop symbol (missing symbol, jackpot symbol) (step S8302). The effect control CPU 101 deletes the notice display when the button notice effect is executed and the notice display is displayed on the effect display device 9.

Next, when neither the big hit symbol nor the small hit symbol is displayed in the process of step S8302 (that is, when the off symbol is displayed) (N in step S8303), the effect control CPU 101 shifts to step S8311. To do.

When the big hit symbol or the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed in the process of step S8302 (Y in step S8303), the effect control CPU 101 sets the stop symbol display flag (step S8304) and receives the big hit start 1 designation command. Big hit start 1 designated command reception flag indicating that the jackpot has been performed, jackpot start 2 designated command reception flag indicating that the designated command has been received, or small hit / sudden probability change jackpot start designation command has been received. It is confirmed whether or not the sudden probability change big hit start designation command reception flag is set (step S8305). When the jackpot start 1 designated command reception flag, jackpot start 2 designated command reception flag, or small hit / sudden probability change jackpot start designation command reception flag is set, the effect control CPU 101 resets the stop symbol display flag. (Step S8306), a process table corresponding to the fanfare effect is selected (step S8307). If the jackpot start 1 designated command reception flag, the jackpot start 2 designated command reception flag, or the small hit / sudden probability change jackpot start designation command reception flag is set, the effect control CPU 101 is set. To reset.

Then, the effect control CPU 101 starts the process timer by setting the process timer set value in the process timer (step S8308), and the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound number). Control of the effect device (effect display device 9 as the effect component, various lamps as the effect component, and speaker 27 as the effect component) is executed according to the data 1 and the movable member control data 1) (step S8309). After that, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the jackpot display process (step S804) (step S8310).

When it is determined that neither the big hit nor the small hit is performed (N in step S8303), the effect control CPU 101 resets a predetermined flag (step S8311). For example, the effect control CPU 101 resets the first symbol variation designation command reception flag and the second symbol variation designation command reception flag. The effect control CPU 101 may reset the command reception flag immediately after being referred to in the effect control process process or the fourth symbol process process (for example, as shown in step S811 of FIG. 27, the variation pattern. The variation pattern command reception flag may be reset as soon as the command reception flag is confirmed). However, for example, since the symbol variation designation command is referred to in both the effect control process process and the fourth symbol process process, as shown in this embodiment, the effect symbol variation stop process and the like are performed at the end of the variation. It is desirable to reset in the jackpot end effect process at the end of the jackpot.

Then, the effect control CPU 101 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) (step S8312).

Next, a display mode when the auto button function is enabled or disabled will be described. FIG. 41 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of a display mode when the function of the auto button is set to be enabled or disabled. In FIG. 41, the mode of the display screen changes in the order of (1), (2), and (3). In the case of FIG. 41 (1), it is assumed that the auto button function is disabled.

As shown in FIG. 41 (1), when the player presses and holds the push button 120 while the variable display of the effect symbol is being executed, the auto button is displayed as shown in FIG. 41 (2). Is enabled, and a character string such as "auto button enabled" is displayed on the effect display device 9, indicating that the auto button function is enabled. At this time, in addition to controlling the output of the auto button effective sound effect from the speaker 27, the push button 120 is controlled to emit light in a special light emitting mode (see steps S7103 to S7107).

Further, if the push button 120 is pressed (single-shot operation) by the player while the auto button function is enabled, the auto button function is invalid as shown in FIG. 41 (3). At the same time, a character string such as "auto button invalid" is displayed on the effect display device 9, and a display indicating that the auto button function is disabled is displayed. At this time, in addition to the control of outputting the auto button invalid sound effect from the speaker 27, the control of causing the push button 120 to emit light in the normal light emitting mode is performed (see steps S710 to S7114).

In the example of FIG. 41, the setting of the auto button function is changed during the variable display of the effect symbol, but in this embodiment, by performing the same operation, the setting is not limited to the variable display of the effect symbol. , The setting of the auto button function can be changed even during the customer waiting demonstration period or the jackpot game period.

Next, the case of setting the auto button function and the background image from the setting menu screen will be described. FIG. 42 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of a display mode when the auto button function and the background image are set from the setting menu screen. In FIG. 42, the mode of the display screen changes in the order of (1), (2), (3), and so on.

As shown in FIG. 42 (1), the final variation display of the effect symbol is executed in the effect display device 9 in the state where there is no hold memory, and as shown in FIG. 42 (2), the variation time has elapsed. It is assumed that the variable display of the effect symbol has been completed. In this case, since there is no hold memory even at the end of the variable display, it is assumed that the variable display of the next effect symbol is not started and the period shifts to the customer waiting demonstration period or the like. In this case, for example, as shown in FIG. 42 (3), in the effect display device 9, a character string such as "Please operate the stick controller for the effect setting" is displayed, and a display indicating that the setting related to the effect is possible is displayed. It shall be done.

When the player operates the stick controller 122 in the state shown in FIG. 42 (3), the display of the setting menu screen is started in the effect display device 9 as shown in FIG. 42 (4) (see step S819). , It is possible to enable or disable the auto button function and set the background image. In the example shown in FIG. 42 (4), "enabled" and "disabled" are displayed as setting items related to the auto button on the setting menu screen, and "A", "B", and "C" are displayed as setting items related to the background image. Is displayed. Further, in the example shown in FIG. 42 (4), "valid" among the setting items related to the auto button is surrounded by a quadrangle, and "A" among the setting items related to the background image is surrounded by a quadrangle. It is shown that the auto button function is currently enabled and the background image is set to the background image A. Further, the cursor 200 displayed in the setting menu screen points to the selected item. In the example shown in FIG. 42 (4), since the cursor 200 points to "valid" among the setting items related to the auto button, the setting item indicating "valid" of the auto button function is selected. Is.

Next, when the stick controller is operated by the player while the setting menu screen is displayed (for example, when the operation of tilting to the right is performed), the cursor 200 is automatically set as shown in FIG. 42 (5). The setting item related to the button is moved from "valid" to "disabled" (see step S822). Here, when the push button 120 is pressed by the player, the function of the auto button is switched from valid to invalid (see step S825). At this time, "invalid" among the setting items related to the auto button is surrounded by a rectangle.

Further, when the stick controller is operated by the player (for example, when the operation of tilting the stick controller toward the front is performed), the cursor 200 moves to "B" of the setting item related to the background image as shown in FIG. 42 (7). (See step S822). Here, when the push button 120 is pressed by the player, the setting of the background image is switched from "A" to "B" (see step S827). At this time, "B" among the setting items related to the background image is surrounded by a quadrangle. After that, when the cursor 200 is moved to the end of setting and the push button 120 is pressed, the setting menu screen ends.

Even when the auto button function is changed from the setting menu, the effect display device 9 displays that the auto button function is disabled or enabled, as in the example shown in FIG. 41. Or, the auto button invalid sound effect or the auto button effective sound effect may be controlled to be output from the speaker 27, or the push button 120 may be controlled to emit light in a normal light emitting mode or a special light emitting mode. ..

Next, an effect mode of the button notice effect will be described. FIG. 43 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of the effect mode of the button advance notice effect when the auto continuous hitting is performed by the auto button function. In FIG. 43, the mode of the effect screen changes in the order of (1), (2), (3), and so on.

In the example shown in FIG. 43, it is assumed that the execution of the button notice effect B is determined when the variable display of the effect symbol is started. Then, as shown in FIG. 43 (1), when the effect display device 9 is executing the variable display of the left, middle, and right effect symbols, the start timing of the operation valid period of the button notice effect B is reached (step S8107). (See), as shown in FIG. 43 (2), the effect display device 9 displays a character string 202 such as “press a button!” And starts displaying the gauge display 203 (see steps S8108 and S8109). ), The detection of the operation by the push button 120 is started. As shown in FIG. 43 (2), when the operation valid period is started, the gauge display 203 is started to be displayed in a manner indicating a full tank state.

Then, as shown in FIG. 43 (3), when the start timing of the automatic continuous hitting by the auto button function (in this example, at the same time as the start of the operation valid period) (see step S8156), the push button 120 is repeatedly hit. The display is updated so that the scale of the gauge display gradually decreases (FIGS. 43 (3) to (5)).

Then, as shown in FIG. 43 (6), it is assumed that the operation is performed a predetermined number of times (10 times or once in this example) that satisfies the operation condition, and the value of the operation number counter becomes 0. , The display is updated until the gauge display 203 indicates an empty state.

When the operating condition is satisfied, as shown in FIG. 43 (7), the character string 202 such as "press the button!" Is deleted and the gauge display 203 is also deleted (see step S8139). In addition, a notice display according to the type of button notice effect is displayed (see step S8153). In the example shown in FIG. 43 (7), there is a case where a character string 205 such as "chance!" Is displayed as a notice display based on the fact that the type of the button notice effect is the button notice effect B. There is. When the type of the button advance notice effect is the button advance notice effect A, for example, a character string such as "super heat!" Is displayed as the advance notice display. When the operation condition is satisfied by the function of the auto button, the vibration control of the push button 120 is not performed.

FIG. 44 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of the effect mode of the button notice effect when the automatic continuous hitting is performed by the long press operation. In FIG. 44, the mode of the effect screen changes in the order of (1), (2), (3), and so on.

In the example shown in FIG. 44, it is assumed that the execution of the button notice effect B is determined when the variable display of the effect symbol is started. Then, as shown in FIG. 44 (1), when the effect display device 9 is executing the variable display of the left, middle, and right effect symbols, the start timing of the operation valid period of the button notice effect B is reached (step S8107). (See), as shown in FIG. 44 (2), the effect display device 9 displays a character string 202 such as “press a button!” And starts displaying the gauge display 203 (see steps S8108 and S8109). ), The detection of the operation by the push button 120 is started. As shown in FIG. 44 (2), when the operation valid period is started, the gauge display 203 is started to be displayed in a manner indicating a full tank state. If the push button 120 is repeatedly pressed during the operation valid period in this state, the number of operations is counted by one each time the push button 120 is pressed once (see step S8117), and the scale of the gauge display 203 is displayed. The display is updated so as to decrease by one (see step S8118).

Next, as shown in FIG. 44 (3), it is assumed that the player has started the long press operation of the push button 120 during the operation valid period. Then, when a predetermined time (for example, 2 seconds) has elapsed after starting the long press operation, as shown in FIG. 44 (4), the display of the automatic continuous hitting display 204 is started (see step S8125), and the automatic continuous hitting operation is started. Operation detection by the function of is started. In the example shown in FIG. 44 (4), there is a case where a character string such as "automatic continuous hitting!" Is displayed as the automatic continuous hitting display.

Next, if the push button 120 is continuously pressed during the detection of the operation by the automatic continuous striking function, the number of operations is counted by 1 every time a predetermined time (for example, 0.5 seconds) elapses (step S8132). (See), the display is updated so that the scale of the gauge display 203 is reduced by one (see step S8133), and the push button 120 is actually pressed and held for a long time. The detection is performed assuming that 120 consecutive hits are performed. Then, as shown in FIG. 44 (6), the gauge display 203 is in an empty state because the operation is performed a predetermined number of times (for example, 10 times) that satisfies the operation condition and the value of the operation number counter becomes 0. It is assumed that the display has been updated up to the aspect indicating.

When the operating conditions are satisfied, as shown in FIG. 44 (7), the character string 202 such as "press the button!" Is deleted and the gauge display 203 is also deleted (see step S8139). In addition, the automatic continuous hitting display 204 is also erased (see step S8140). Then, as shown in FIG. 44 (7), the effect display device 9 displays the advance notice display according to the type of the button advance notice effect (see step S8144). When the operation condition is satisfied by the long press operation, the vibration of the push button 120 is controlled unlike the case where the operation condition is satisfied by the function of the auto button (see step S8144A).

Next, the button notice effect C and the determined button effect when the auto button function is enabled will be described. FIG. 45 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of the effect mode of the button notice effect C and the decision button effect. In FIG. 45, the mode of the effect screen changes in the order of (1), (2), (3), and so on. 45 (A1) to (A3) show specific examples of the effect mode of the button notice effect C, and FIGS. 45 (B1) to (B4) show specific examples of the effect mode of the decision button effect. ing.

In the example shown in FIGS. 45 (A1) to 45 (A3), when the start timing of the operation valid period of the button notice effect C is reached (see step S8107), as shown in FIG. 45 (A1), the effect display device 9 “ A character string 207 such as "PUSH!" Is displayed, the display of the operation valid period display 206 indicating the operation valid period is started, and the detection of the operation by the push button 120 is started.

The operation valid period display 206 is updated and displayed so that the scale decreases as the operation valid period elapses, and as shown in FIG. 45 (A2), the operation valid period display 206 is displayed at a predetermined timing in the middle of the operation valid period (for example, the operation valid period is 6). When the time is 3 seconds from the start of the operation valid period), if the auto button function is enabled, the character A is displayed as a notice display as shown in FIG. 45 (A3).

In the examples shown in FIGS. 45 (B1) to 45 (B4), when the start timing of the operation valid period of the determination button effect is reached (see step S8167), as shown in FIG. 45 (B1), the effect display device 9 “PUSH”. The character strings 207 and 208 such as "!" And "Blow!" Are displayed, the operation valid period display 206 indicating the operation valid period is started to be displayed, and the operation detection by the push button 120 is started.

The operation valid period display 206 is updated and displayed so that the scale decreases with the lapse of the operation valid period (FIG. 45 (B2)), and as shown in FIG. 45 (B3), the predetermined timing at the end of the operation valid period ( For example, when the operation valid period is 10 seconds, the timing when 9 seconds have passed from the start of the operation valid period) indicates that if the auto button function is valid, it is a big hit as shown in FIG. 45 (B4). A pass / fail display is displayed.

As shown in FIG. 45, in this embodiment, when the auto button function is enabled, the button notice effect C is operated in the middle of the operation valid period (for example, when the operation valid period is 6 seconds, the operation is valid. The operation condition is satisfied at the timing when 3 seconds have passed from the start of the period, and for the decision button effect, immediately before the end of the operation valid period (for example, when the operation valid period is 10 seconds, 9 seconds from the start of the operation valid period). It is configured so that the operation condition is satisfied at the elapsed timing). With such a configuration, it is possible to execute the process by the auto button according to the importance and attention of the effect, and the effect of the effect can be enhanced.

In the example shown in FIG. 45, the operation valid period display 206 that can recognize the remaining period of the operation valid period in the button notice effect C is displayed, but the operation is also valid in the button notice effect A and the button notice effect B. The period display 206 may be displayed.

Next, the difference between the case where the automatic continuous hitting is performed by the long press operation and the case where the automatic continuous hitting is performed by the auto button function will be described. FIG. 46 is an explanatory diagram showing a comparative example of automatic continuous striking by a long press operation and auto continuous striking by an auto button function. In the example shown in FIG. 46, it is assumed that the execution of the button notice effect A is determined.

As shown in FIG. 46 (A), when automatic continuous striking is performed by a long press operation, a predetermined start waiting period (this) is performed after the long press operation of the push button 120 is started after the start of the operation valid period. In the example, 4 seconds. After the elapse of FIGS. 32 (A) and 32 (B)), the continuous hit determination is turned on (that is, the process is executed assuming that the continuous hit operation is being performed, and the gauge display scale is changed. It will decrease).

On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 46 (B), when the auto button function is used for automatic continuous striking, the continuous striking determination is turned on immediately after the start of the operation valid period (that is, the operation valid period). Immediately after the start, the process is executed assuming that the repeated hitting operation is being performed, and the scale of the gauge display decreases). With such a configuration, when the auto button function is enabled and the long press operation is not performed, and when the auto button function is disabled and the long press operation is performed, the effect (for example, the scale of the gauge display is reduced). ) Can be executed at different timings, and the effect of the effect can be enhanced.

Further, in this embodiment, when the execution of the button notice effect B is determined, when the automatic continuous hitting is performed by the long press operation, the push button 120 is long pressed after the start of the operation valid period. After a predetermined start waiting period (2 seconds in this example, see FIGS. 32 (A) and 32 (B)) has elapsed since the operation was started, the continuous hit determination is turned on and the automatic continuous hit is performed by the auto button function. In that case, the continuous hit determination is turned on immediately after the start of the operation valid period. Therefore, in both cases of the button notice effect A and B, the effect is produced when the auto button function is valid and the long press operation is not performed, and when the auto button function is invalid and the long press operation is performed. (For example, reduction of the gauge display scale) is configured to be executed at different timings.

Next, the operation detection timing when the operation is detected by the automatic repeated hits by the long press operation will be described. 47 and 48 are explanatory views for explaining the detection timing of the operation when the operation is detected by the automatic continuous striking by the long press operation. Of these, FIG. 47 shows the detection timing of the operation when the button notice effect A is executed. Further, FIG. 48 shows the detection timing of the operation when the button notice effect B is executed.

When the player starts the long press operation of the push button 120 after the operation valid period of the button notice effect starts during the variable display of the effect symbol, the long press operation of the push button 120 is performed as shown in FIGS. 47 and 48. Is started, the detection is performed assuming that the first operation has been performed. Here, in the examples shown in FIGS. 47 and 48, the long press operation is performed, so that the press operation from the push button 120 is continuously detected, but the operation detection flag is set. As a result, it is not immediately detected as the next operation (see steps S8114 and S8116).

Next, when a predetermined time elapses while the long press operation of the push button 120 is continued, the detection of the operation by the automatic continuous striking function is started (see steps S8124 to S8127). In this case, if the button advance notice effect A is executed, as shown in FIG. 47, the detection of the operation by the automatic continuous striking function starts based on the fact that the long press operation of the push button 120 is continued for 4 seconds. Will be done. Further, when the button notice effect B is executed, as shown in FIG. 48, the detection of the operation by the automatic continuous hitting function is started based on the long press operation of the push button 120 being continued for 2 seconds. (See FIG. 32).

If the long-press operation of the push button 120 is continued while the operation is detected by the automatic continuous hit function, the number of operations is counted one by one every time a predetermined time elapses, and the push button 120 is repeatedly hit. Detection is performed as if it were performed (see steps S8131 to S8134). In this case, if the button advance notice effect A is executed, as shown in FIG. 47, the number of operations is counted one by one every 1.0 second, and the push button 120 is repeatedly hit. Detection is performed as if it were. Further, when the button notice effect B is executed, as shown in FIG. 47, the number of operations is counted one by one every 0.5 seconds, and the push button 120 is repeatedly hit. Detection is performed as if it were (see FIG. 32).

Next, the detection timing of the operation when the push button 120 has already been pressed at the start of the button advance notice effect will be described. FIG. 49 is an explanatory diagram for explaining the detection timing of the operation when the push button 120 has already been pressed at the start of the button notice effect.

If the push button 120 has already been pressed when the operation valid period of the button notice effect starts during the variable display of the effect symbol, the operation detection flag is set immediately at the start of the operation valid period (step S8121). Y, see step S8128). In this case, as shown in FIG. 49, even if the push button 120 is pressed for a long time, the operation is not detected by the auto function until the push button 120 is temporarily stopped. Is invalid (see Y in step S8114, Y in step S8121, and Y in step S8222).

Then, after the pressing operation of the push button 120 is temporarily stopped, when the long pressing operation of the push button 120 is started again, the operation by the automatic continuous striking function is performed because the predetermined time elapses while the long pressing operation is continued. Is started (see steps S8124 to S8127), and if the long press operation of the push button 120 is continued while the operation by the automatic continuous striking function is detected, the number of operations is increased by one every time a predetermined time elapses. Counting is performed, and detection is performed assuming that the push button 120 is repeatedly hit (see steps S8131 to S8134).

In the example shown in FIG. 49, the case where the button notice effect A is executed is shown, and the operation is detected by the automatic continuous striking function based on the fact that the long press operation of the push button 120 is continued for 4 seconds. It is shown that the number of operations is counted one by one every 1.0 second after the start, and the detection is performed assuming that the push button 120 is repeatedly pressed. When the button notice effect B is executed, the operation detection by the automatic continuous striking function is started based on the long press operation of the push button 120 being continued for 2 seconds, and every 0.5 seconds elapses. The number of operations is counted one by one, and the detection is performed assuming that the push button 120 is repeatedly pressed.

In this embodiment, the effect display device 9 displays an operation valid period display (for example, a character string 202 such as "press a button!" Or a gauge display 203 shown in FIG. 43) indicating that the operation valid period has been reached. Although it is displayed, for example, at least a part of the operation validity period display is hidden by other effects (for example, character effect, fade-out effect, blackout effect, etc.) executed at the same time, and it becomes difficult to see. Can be considered. Therefore, it is desirable that the operation valid period ends after the period in which the detection valid period display is difficult to see. With this configuration, the operation valid period display is displayed even after the difficult-to-see state is resolved, so that it is possible to prevent overlooking that the operation is valid.

FIG. 50 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example in the case where the accessory effect and the button notice effect are executed at the same time. In the effect display device 9, when the effect effect and the button notice effect are started after the variable display of the effect symbol is started (FIG. 50 (A)), the control of moving the character 200 to the effect position is started. At the same time, on the display screen of the effect display device 9, the operation promotion image 301 for prompting the operation and the remaining valid period image 302 indicating the remaining period of the operation valid period are displayed (FIG. 50 (B)). Then, the accessory 200 gradually moves toward the effect position, and the remaining valid period image 302 shows the remaining valid period according to the elapsed period (that is, according to the remaining period of the detected valid period) (FIG. In the example of 50, the shaded area corresponds to) is updated to decrease (FIG. 50 (C)).

Next, when the accessory 200 reaches the effect position, it stops for a predetermined period (FIG. 50 (D)). At this time, the operation promotion image 301 and the remaining valid period image 302 by the button notice effect are obscured by the accessory 200, making it difficult to see. However, as shown in FIG. 50 (D), since the operation promotion image 301 and the remaining validity period image 302 are configured to be larger in size than the accessory 200, they are not completely invisible. Some are always visible. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the player from missing the detection valid period (that is, the button notice effect).

Next, the accessory 200 moves to the initial position after being stopped at the effect position for a predetermined period (FIG. 50 (E)). Here, the button notice effect is configured to end after the character effect. That is, the detection valid period of the button notice effect is configured to end after the period in which the operation promotion image and the remaining valid period image 202 are in a difficult-to-see state. Therefore, as shown in FIG. 50 (E), the operation promotion image 301 and the remaining valid period image 302 are displayed on the effect display device even after the accessory 200 returns to the initial position, that is, even after the difficult-to-see state is resolved. It is displayed in 9. After that, when the operation of the push button 120 is detected, the character A saying the line of "chance!" Is displayed as a notice display (FIG. 50 (F)).

Further, in this embodiment, in the button notice effects A to C and the determination button effect, the gauge display scale is reduced based on the detection of the operation of the push button 120, and the number of detections is increased. When the predetermined number of times is reached, a notice display and a pass / fail display are displayed. In addition to such control, for example, every time an operation of the push button 120 is detected, a sound effect is output or a predetermined image is displayed. The light emitter may be blinked or the like. Such a display that reduces the scale of the gauge display that is performed each time an operation is detected, output of a sound effect, display of a predetermined image, blinking of a light emitter, etc. are also performed by button notice effects A to C and a decision button. It can be said that it is a part of the production.

As described above, according to this embodiment, the detection means capable of detecting the movement of the player (push button 120 in this example) and the setting state related to the effect are set to the first state (auto in this example). A setting means that can be set to the second state (in this example, the state in which the auto button function is enabled) and the specific effect when the effect execution condition is satisfied. (In this example, in the button notice effects A to C and the decision button effect, the display that reduces the scale of the gauge display and the display of the notice display and the pass / fail display are displayed based on the detection of the operation of the push button 120. It is equipped with a specific effect execution means that can execute (such as what to do). Then, in the first state, the specific effect executing means can execute the specific effect on the assumption that the effect execution condition is satisfied based on the detection result of the detection means, while in the second state, regardless of the detection result of the detection means. It is possible to execute a specific effect assuming that the effect execution condition is satisfied (in this example, when the auto button function is enabled, a notice display or a pass / fail display is displayed even if the push button 120 is not operated. , Display to reduce the scale of the gauge display, etc. (see FIGS. 36 to 37, 43 to 44, etc.). Further, the setting means can change the setting from the first state to the second state based on the detection result of the detection means during the execution of the variable display (see, for example, steps S7103 to S7104 in FIG. 36). Therefore, the setting state related to the effect can be changed even during the execution of the variable display, and it is possible to prevent the interest from being lowered. That is, it is possible to change the setting state related to the production without interrupting the game once, and it is possible to prevent the interruption from deteriorating the interest.

Further, in this embodiment, in the second state, it is possible to execute the specific effect on the assumption that the effect execution condition is satisfied regardless of the detection result of the detection means, and the effect execution condition is satisfied based on the detection result of the detection means. Even if it does, it is possible to execute a specific effect. Therefore, even if the second state is set, the detection result of the detection means can be reflected in the effect. In this embodiment, when the auto button function is enabled and a pressing operation is performed according to the button advance notice effect, the auto button function is immediately disabled and the setting is changed, and the detected pressing operation is the button advance notice effect. However, for example, if a pressing operation is performed in response to the button advance notice effect when the auto button function is enabled, the detected pressing operation is reflected in the button advance notice effect, and after the button advance notice effect is completed. The setting may be changed so that the auto button function is disabled.

Further, in this embodiment, based on the detection result of the detection means, the operation of the push button 120 is detected in the specific effect (in this example, the button notice effects A to C and the decision button effect). It is equipped with a specific effect execution means that can execute a display that reduces the scale of the gauge display, a notice display, a pass / fail display, and the like). Then, in the first state, when the first effect execution condition in which one operation is continuously detected by the detection means is satisfied (in this example, the operation condition is changed by the automatic repeated hitting by the long press operation). When the second effect execution condition is satisfied (in this example, when the operation condition is satisfied by the continuous striking operation), the specific effect can be executed. On the other hand, in the second state, the specific effect can be executed regardless of the detection result of the detection means. Further, in the first state, one operation is performed by the detection means for a specific period (in this example, the automatic continuous hitting start time by the long press operation shown in FIGS. 32 (A) and 32 (B), see FIG. 46 (A)). Is continuously detected, the specific effect can be executed assuming that the first effect execution condition is satisfied, while the specific effect can be executed before the elapse of the specific period in the second state (FIG. 32 (A). ), (B), FIG. 46 (B)). Therefore, since the execution timing of the specific effect differs depending on the setting state related to the effect, the effect of the specific effect can be enhanced.

In this embodiment, the state in which "one operation is continued" is a state in which the player continues to press the operation means such as the push button 120 without interruption. The so-called long press operation is applicable, and the so-called continuous hit operation is not included.

Further, in this embodiment, in the second state, the specific effect can be executed regardless of the detection result of the detection means, and the specific effect can be executed even when the second effect execution condition is satisfied. Therefore, even if the second state is set, the detection result of the detection means can be reflected in the effect. In this embodiment, when the auto button function is enabled and a pressing operation is performed according to the button advance notice effect, the auto button function is immediately disabled and the setting is changed, and the detected pressing operation is the button advance notice effect. However, for example, if a pressing operation is performed in response to the button advance notice effect when the auto button function is enabled, the detected pressing operation is reflected in the button advance notice effect, and after the button advance notice effect is completed. The setting may be changed so that the auto button function is disabled.

Further, in this embodiment, the setting means changes from the second state to the first state based on the detection of the first operation (in this example, the pressing operation of the push button 120 (single-shot operation)) by the detecting means. The setting can be changed, and the setting can be changed from the first state to the second state based on the detection of the second operation (in this example, the long press operation of the push button 120) by the detection means. Therefore, the setting state can be easily changed.

Further, in this embodiment, a special effect (in this example, a back button notice effect) can be executed based on the fact that the operation is detected by the detection means during the special detection valid period without notifying the player to perform the operation. It is equipped with special production execution means. Then, the setting means does not change the setting from the second state to the first state even if the detection means detects the operation during the special detection valid period (see steps S7108, S7110, and S7111). Therefore, it is possible to prevent the player from making an unintended setting change.

Further, in this embodiment, the effect setting means capable of setting the effect (setting of the background image in this example) based on the operation detected by the detection means is provided. Then, the setting means does not change the setting from the second state to the first state even if the detection means detects an operation for setting the effect (see steps S7109, S7110, and S7111). Therefore, it is possible to prevent the player from making an unintended setting change. In this embodiment, the background image can be set as a setting related to the effect, but instead of or in addition, the execution frequency and volume of the effect, the brightness of the screen, and the like can also be set. It is desirable not to change the setting from the second state to the first state even when the detection means (for example, the push button 120) for setting them is operated.

Further, in this embodiment, the specific effect executing means can execute a plurality of types of specific effects (for example, button notice effects A to C, determined button effects, etc.), and depending on the type of the specific effects, the first The timing at which the effect execution condition is satisfied differs between the two states (see FIG. 33 (B)). Therefore, the effect execution condition can be satisfied at a timing suitable for the effect, and the effect of the effect can be enhanced.

Further, in this embodiment, the detection means includes an operation means that can be operated by the player (push button 120 in this example), the operation means is operable, and the detection means is based on the detection result of the operation means. The operation mode differs depending on whether the specific effect is executed assuming that the effect execution condition is satisfied and the specific effect is executed assuming that the effect execution condition is satisfied regardless of the detection result of the operating means (steps S8144 to S8144A, See S8153, FIG. 43 (7), FIG. 44 (7)). Therefore, the operation mode can be changed according to the process in which the effect execution condition is satisfied, and the effect of the effect can be enhanced.

Further, in this embodiment, the specific effect executing means can execute the specific effect on the assumption that the effect execution condition is satisfied based on the fact that the operation is detected by the detection means during the detection valid period, and the setting means detects. Even if the operation is detected by the detection means during the valid period, the setting is not changed from the first state to the second state (in this example, even if a long press operation is detected during the operation valid period in the button notice effect, the auto button is used. Does not change the function of from disabled to enabled). Therefore, it is possible to prevent the player from making an unintended setting change.

In this embodiment, a detection valid period display indicating that the detection by the detection means is a valid detection valid period (in this example, a character string 202 such as "press a button!" Shown in FIG. 43 or a gauge display is displayed. It is provided with a detection valid period display means for displaying 203). If at least a part of the detection valid period display is hidden by an effect (for example, a character effect, a fade-out effect, a blackout effect, etc.), the detection valid period is displayed as the detection valid period. May end after a period in which is difficult to see. By doing so, since the detection valid period display is displayed even after the visually difficult state is resolved, it is possible to prevent overlooking that the detection by the detection means is effective.

Further, in this embodiment, the push button 120 is configured to emit light in a special light emitting mode when the auto button function is enabled, and in a normal light emitting mode when the auto button function is disabled. However, the present invention is not limited to such a configuration, and the light may be emitted when the auto button function is enabled and may not be emitted when the auto button function is disabled. Further, for example, when the auto button function is disabled, the light may be emitted only during the period when the operation is valid, and when the auto button function is enabled, the light may be emitted at all times.

Further, in this embodiment, the case where the push button 120 is used as the operating means is shown, but the present invention is not limited to such an embodiment. For example, as the operating means, the auto continuous striking function may be used when detecting the continuous push-pull operation of the stick controller 122, or auto when detecting the continuous push-pull operation of the trigger button 121 of the stick controller 122. You may use the function of repeated hits. When such various operating means are used, the function of automatic continuous striking can be applied.

Further, for example, not only in the case of detecting the operation by the operating means, for example, even if the configuration shown in this embodiment is applied to a gaming machine provided with an infrared sensor or a photo sensor that detects the movement of the player. Good. In this case, for example, when the continuous operation of the player is detected by the infrared sensor or the photo sensor, the automatic continuous striking function may be used.

Further, when a plurality of detection means (for example, push button 120, stick controller 122, infrared sensor, photo sensor, etc.) capable of detecting the movement of the player are provided, any of the detection means is automatically used. It may be possible to enable the function of the button. That is, when the effect of performing a predetermined control is provided based on the detection of the player's movement by the infrared sensor, if the auto button function for the infrared sensor is enabled, the infrared sensor will be used. Even if the movement of the player is not detected, a predetermined control may be performed. In this case, each detection means may be set collectively by enabling or disabling the auto button function, or the auto button function may be enabled or disabled for each detection means. It may be possible to set to.

Further, for example, the detection start time and the detection interval by the auto button function may be different depending on the detection means. For example, since the mechanism of the push button and the infrared sensor are different, the interval at which the player's movement can be detected is also different. However, according to such a configuration, the detection process by the auto button function is performed according to the characteristics of each detection means. It can be done at speed.

Further, for example, the push button 120 may be operated to advance the effect of performing a predetermined control based on the detection of the player's movement by the infrared sensor. That is, the operation of the push button 120 may also be reflected in the effect. With such a configuration, for example, the push button 120, which is easy to repeatedly hit, can be substituted for the detection means such as an infrared sensor, which is difficult to continuously detect the operation. Further, for such an effect, the automatic continuous striking by the long press operation of the push button 120 may be effectively reflected in the effect. In this case, even if the push button 120 is actually pressed and held for a long time to perform automatic continuous striking, the detection process may be performed at the detection interval corresponding to the infrared sensor.

Further, in this embodiment, the case where the notice display in the button notice effect and the pass / fail display in the decision button effect are performed as the specific effect to which the auto button is applied is shown, but the present invention is not limited to such a mode. For example, in the case of an effect that involves the detection of some operation or operation, the auto button function shown in this embodiment may be applied when performing a notice effect other than the button advance effect or the decision button effect. .. In addition, for example, if the effect is to be executed when the variable display is not displayed (for example, when the customer waiting demonstration is being displayed), or when the effect is accompanied by the detection of some operation or movement as the effect during the big hit game. The function of the auto button may be used in the production.

In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 32 (A) and 32 (B), the button advance notice effect B having a short detection interval of the operation by automatic continuous striking has a longer detection interval than the button advance notice effect A. Expectations (reliability) for big hits are low. Therefore, in this embodiment, the lower the expectation (reliability) for the jackpot, the shorter the detection interval of the operation by the automatic repeated hits, and the number of operations is counted at a faster pitch. Therefore, the timing at which the operation condition is satisfied. Is getting faster. In addition, not limited to the embodiment shown in this embodiment, conversely, a production having a low expectation (reliability) for a big hit may be configured so that the detection interval of the operation by automatic repeated hitting is longer. ..

Further, in this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 32 (A) and 32 (B), the button notice effect B in which the time from the start of long press to the start of detection by automatic continuous hitting is shorter is auto. Compared with the button notice effect A, which takes a long time to start detection by repeated hits, the degree of expectation (reliability) for a big hit is low. Therefore, in this embodiment, the lower the expectation (reliability) for the jackpot, the shorter the time from the start of long press to the start of detection by automatic continuous hitting, and the earlier the detection by automatic continuous hitting is started. Therefore, the timing at which the operating conditions are satisfied is earlier. In addition, not limited to the embodiment shown in this embodiment, on the contrary, the production having a low expectation (reliability) for the big hit is configured so that the time until the detection by the automatic repeated hits is started becomes longer. It doesn't matter.

In this embodiment, the time until the detection by the automatic continuous hitting is started and the detection interval of the operation in the automatic continuous hitting are different depending on the situation, depending on the setting situation of the auto button and the type of the button notice effect. The case where the time until the start of the detection by the automatic repeated hits and the detection interval are different is shown, but it is not limited to such a mode. For example, the time until the detection by the automatic continuous hitting may be started or the detection interval of the operation in the automatic continuous hitting may be different depending on whether or not the gaming state is the probability change state, the time saving state, or the high base state.

Aspects of [Operating Means Operableable by the Player] As the operating means operable by the player, for example, the stick controller 122 can be used. In addition, a player detection sensor can be provided as an operation means that can be operated by the player.
The player detection sensor may detect the player in place of the operation of the stick controller 122 or the push button 120, or in combination with the operation of the stick controller 122 or the push button 120. Further, a plurality of player detection sensors may be used in combination.

The detection target of the player detection sensor can be, for example, the approach of the player's body, the movement of the player's body, the voice of the player, or the like.
The approach of the player's body or the movement of the player's body, which is the detection target, includes, for example, the approach of the player's hand, the contact of the player's hand, the player's hand waving or holding the hand, and the like. It may be a movement of a hand, a facial expression of the player such as a smile of the player or an opening of the player, a gesture using the body of the player, or the like.
As the player detection sensor, for example, a proximity sensor, a television camera, a radar device, or the like can be used.
For example, a proximity sensor can detect the approach or detachment of a part of the player's body. As the proximity sensor, a capacitance type sensor, an infrared type sensor, a laser type sensor, an ultrasonic type sensor or the like may be used.
In addition, the television camera can detect facial expressions, gestures, and the like of the player by analyzing an image of the player's body. As the TV camera, one or a plurality of cameras can be used.
The radar device can detect the approach or detachment of a part of the player's body.
A microphone can be used to detect the player's voice. The microphone can detect the utterance of the player and the player's operation (for example, tapping sound) in the vicinity of the microphone.
As described above, the operating means may be operated by the player in contact with the player or may be operated by the player in a non-contact manner as long as the player can operate the means.

Aspect of [Detecting means that can detect the movement of the player] On the other hand, the detecting means that can detect the movement of the player may be any one that detects the "movement" of the player. The player's actions can include actions that the player explicitly performs and actions that the player does not explicitly perform.
The actions explicitly performed by the player detected by the detection means are an action in which the player explicitly operates the operation means and an action in which the player does not explicitly operate the operation means. Can be included. The operation in which the player explicitly operates the operating means includes, for example, an operation in which the player presses the push button 120 and an operation in which the player brings his / her hand closer to the infrared proximity sensor. Further, the operation when the player does not explicitly operate the operation means includes, for example, an operation in which the player makes a predetermined gesture to the TV camera and an operation in which a predetermined facial expression is created.
The operation that the player does not explicitly detect by the detecting means is, for example, the existence of the player that is detected by the TV camera or the proximity sensor. For example, the detection means may detect whether or not the player is seated by using a television camera or an infrared sensor.

Aspect of [Effect according to operation of operating means] In this embodiment, an effect mode after button operation is illustrated as an effect corresponding to the operation of the operating means, but the effect corresponding to the operation of the operating means is included in this example. Not limited.
For example, in this embodiment, the effect mode of the operation effect executed during the variable display period during the variable display of the effect symbol has been described, but the operation effect may be executed during a period other than the variable display period. For example, the operation effect can be executed during the period during which the round is being executed in the jackpot game state, the period during which the ending effect is executed at the end of the jackpot game state, and the like.

[Notification means for notifying the player of the operation validity period]
In this embodiment, an embodiment in which a gauge display is displayed on the effect display device 9 is illustrated as a notification means for notifying the player that the operation valid period is in effect, but the notification means for notifying the player of the operation valid period is Not limited to this.
For example, as the notification means, the player may be notified of the operation validity period by inflating the balloon with the lapse of the operation validity period and displaying the effect of the balloon breaking at the end of the operation validity period on the effect display device 9.
Further, as a notification means, the sand of the hourglass is dropped as the operation valid period elapses, and the effect that the sand fall ends when the operation valid period ends is displayed on the effect display device 9 to inform the player of the operation valid period. It may be notified.
Further, as a notification means, the player eats the apple as the operation valid period elapses, and displays the effect that the apple is consumed at the end of the operation valid period on the effect display device 9. May be notified to.
Further, the player may be notified of the operation effective period by changing the lighting state of the game effect lamp 9. For example, by changing the lighting state of the lamp provided on the push button 120 from a slowly blinking state to a fast blinking state, the player can be notified of the operation effective period.
Further, the player may be notified of the operation validity period by the voice output from the speaker 27.

In the above embodiment, in order to notify the effect control microcomputer 100 of the variation time, the variation pattern indicating the variation mode such as the type of reach effect and the presence / absence of the pseudo-ream, when the variation is started, 1 Although an example of transmitting one variation pattern command is shown, the variation pattern may be notified to the effect control microcomputer 100 by two or more commands. Specifically, when notifying by two commands, the game control microcomputer 560 uses the first command to indicate the presence / absence of a pseudo-ream, the presence / absence of a sliding effect, etc. A command indicating the fluctuation time and fluctuation mode before the second stop is sent, and the second command indicates the type of reach, the presence or absence of a re-lottery effect, etc. after reaching the reach (if it does not reach the so-called first). 2 After the stop, a command indicating the fluctuation time and the fluctuation mode may be transmitted. In this case, the effect control microcomputer 100 may perform the effect control in the variation display based on the variation time derived from the combination of the two commands. The game control microcomputer 560 notifies the fluctuation time by each of the two commands, and the effect control microcomputer 100 selects the specific fluctuation mode to be executed at each timing. You may do it. When sending two commands, the two commands may be sent within the same timer interrupt, and after a predetermined period of time has elapsed after the first command is sent (for example, the next timer interrupt). In), the second command may be sent. The variation mode indicated by each command is not limited to this example, and the order of transmission can be changed as appropriate. By notifying the fluctuation pattern by two or more commands in this way, it is possible to reduce the amount of data that must be stored as the fluctuation pattern command.

Further, in the above-described embodiment, "different ratios" are not limited to those having different ratios due to a relationship such as A: B = 70%: 30% or A: B = 30%: 70%. It is a concept that includes those having different ratios due to the relationship such as A: B = 100%: 0% (that is, one having 100% allocation and the other having 0% allocation).

Further, in the above embodiment, for example, a case is shown in which a plurality of types of special symbols, effect symbols, and ordinary symbols of "1" to "9" are variably displayed and the display result is derived and displayed. It is not limited to such an aspect. For example, the variably displayed symbol and the derived symbol do not necessarily have to be the same, and a symbol different from the variably displayed symbol may be derived and displayed. Further, it is not always necessary to variably display a plurality of types of symbols, and the variable display may be executed using only one type of symbol. In this case, for example, the variable display may be executed by alternately turning on and blinking the one type of symbol display. Even in this case, one type of symbol used for the variable display may be derived and displayed at the end, or a symbol different from the one type of symbol may be derived and displayed at the end. It may be a thing.

Further, in the above embodiment, the effect control board 80, the audio output board 70, and the lamp driver board 35 are provided as the board on which the circuit for controlling the effect device is mounted, but the circuit for controlling the effect device is provided. It may be mounted on one substrate. Further, a first effect control board (display control board) on which a circuit for controlling the effect display device 9 and the like is mounted, and a circuit for controlling other effect devices (lamps, LEDs, speakers 27, etc.) are mounted. Two boards may be provided with the effect control board of 2.

Further, in the above embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 directly transmits a command to the effect control microcomputer 100, but the game control microcomputer 560 is another substrate (for example, FIG. 3). The sound / lamp board having the function of the circuit mounted on the audio output board 70, the lamp driver board 35, etc., and the function of the circuit mounted on the lamp driver board 35) shown in the above. A control command may be transmitted so as to be transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100 on the effect control board 80 via another board. In that case, the command may simply pass through another board, or a control means such as a microcomputer is mounted on the audio output board 70, the lamp driver board 35, and the sound / lamp board, and the control means receives the command. The effect control microcomputer 100 controls the effect display device 9 by executing control related to voice control and lamp control according to the operation, and further changing the received command to the command as it is or, for example, a simplified command. It may be sent to. Even in that case, the effect control microcomputer 100 performs display control in response to the effect control command directly received from the game control microcomputer 560 in each of the above embodiments, and similarly, the sound output board 70 and the lamp Display control can be performed according to a command received from the driver board 35 or the sound / lamp board.

Further, in the above embodiment, a pachinko machine is taken as an example of the gaming machine, but in the present invention, a predetermined number of bets are set by inserting medals, and a plurality of types are used according to the operation of the operation lever by the player. When the symbol is rotated and the symbol is stopped in response to the operation of the stop button by the player, if the combination of the stop symbols becomes a specific combination of symbols, it is applied to the slot machine in which a predetermined number of medals are paid out to the player. It is also possible.

Further, in the above embodiment, an example is a game machine in which a game medium is used as a game machine, but the game machine according to the present invention is not limited to a game machine that pays out a predetermined number of game media as a prize, and is a game ball. It can also be applied to an enclosed game machine that encloses a game medium such as the above and gives a score when the conditions for giving a prize are satisfied.

Further, in the above embodiment, there are probabilistic jackpots and normal jackpots as jackpot types, and based on the fact that the jackpot type is determined to be probabilistic jackpots, a gaming machine that is controlled to a probabilistic state after the jackpot game is completed is shown. , Not limited to such gaming machines. For example, a special variable winning ball device having a predetermined probability variation region inside (a probability variation region may be provided in only one special variable winning ball device, or a plurality of special variable winning balls provided. A probability variation area may be provided in a part of the device), and the probability variation is determined based on the game ball passing through the probability variation area in the special variable winning ball device during the jackpot game. It is also possible to apply the configuration shown in each of the above embodiments to the gaming machine controlled to the probabilistic state after the end.

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

1 Pachinko game machine 8a 1st special symbol display 8b 2nd special symbol display 9 Production display device 13 1st start winning opening 14 2nd starting winning opening 18c Total hold storage display 20 Special variable winning ball device 31 Game control board (Main board)
56 CPU
560 Game control microcomputer 80 Production control board 100 Production control microcomputer 101 Production control CPU
109 VDP
120 push button

Claims (1)

It is a game machine that performs variable display
A detection means capable of detecting a predetermined motion of a player and a specific motion of the player,
Setting means that can set the setting state related to the production to the first state or the second state,
A specific effect execution means that can execute a specific effect when the effect execution condition is satisfied, and
A detection valid period display means for displaying a detection valid period display indicating that the detection by the detection means is a valid detection valid period, and a detection valid period display means.
A special effect executing means capable of executing a special effect based on the detection of the predetermined action of the player during the special detection valid period without displaying the detection valid period is provided.
The specific effect executing means is
In the first state, it is possible to execute a specific effect on the assumption that the effect execution condition is satisfied based on the fact that the predetermined operation of the player is detected by the detection means during the detection valid period.
In the second state, it is possible to execute the specific effect on the assumption that the effect execution condition is satisfied based on the fact that the predetermined operation of the player is detected by the detection means during the detection valid period, and the detection is effective. Even if the predetermined action of the player is not detected by the detection means during the period, it is possible to execute the specific effect on the assumption that the effect execution condition is satisfied.
In either of the first state and the second state, the special effect executing means does not execute the special effect unless the predetermined action of the player is detected by the detection means during the special detection valid period. ,
The setting means is
The setting can be changed from the second state to the first state based on the fact that the predetermined operation of the player is detected by the detection means during the execution of the variable display.
The setting can be changed from the first state to the second state based on the detection of the specific action of the player by the detection means.
The setting can be changed from the second state to the first state based on the fact that the predetermined operation of the player is detected by the detection means during the detection valid period.
Even if the player performs the specific operation during the detection valid period, the setting is not changed from the first state to the second state.
A gaming machine characterized in that the setting is not changed from the second state to the first state even if the predetermined operation of the player is performed during the special detection valid period.

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