JP6886387B2 - Pachinko machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachinko machine or a slot machine that can perform variable display and can be controlled to an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player.

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 number of prize balls are paid out to the player. There is something that can be done. Further, a variable display device 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 device, the gaming state (game). The state of the machine. Therefore, specifically, the state in which the game machine is controlled) is changed to give a predetermined game value to the player (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).

In addition, the game value means that the variable winning ball device provided in the game area of the gaming machine is in an advantageous state for the player who can easily win a prize, and the right to be in an advantageous state for the player is generated. It is to make it easier to meet the conditions for paying out prize balls.

In the pachinko gaming machine, as a display result of the variable display of the special symbol (identification information) started in the variable display device based on the winning of the game ball in the starting winning opening, a predetermined specific display mode is derived and displayed. If so, a "big hit" will occur. The derivation display is to finally stop and display the symbol (final stop 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, when a predetermined number (for example, 10) of the large winning openings are won, the large winning openings are closed. The number of times the large winning opening is opened is fixed to a predetermined number of times (for example, 15 rounds). An opening time (for example, 29 seconds) is determined for each opening, and even if the number of winnings does not reach a predetermined number, the 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 addition, a game in a round may be called a round game.

Further, in the variable display device, the symbols other than the symbol that becomes the final stop symbol (for example, the middle symbol among the left, middle, and right symbols) are stopped and shaken in a state of being consistent with a specific display result for a predetermined time. A big hit can occur before the final result is displayed due to movement, enlargement / reduction or deformation, multiple symbols fluctuating synchronously with the same symbol, or the positions of the displayed symbols being swapped. The effect performed in the state where the sex continues (hereinafter, these states are referred to as the reach state) is referred to as the 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 variable display device is not a specific display result, it becomes "off" and the variable display state ends. The player plays the game while enjoying how to generate a big hit.

In such a gaming machine, Cited Document 1 describes that light emission control of light emitting means (for example, a lamp) is performed in a predetermined priority order.

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However, in the invention described in Patent Document 1, since the expected degree of the effect is not sufficiently considered, for example, when the effect with a low expectation (that is, the degree of attention is low) is executed, a specific effect (for example, a specific effect) is executed. , BGM, etc.), the effect using the light emitting means (for example, the lamp effect) may be interrupted, which may reduce the enjoyment of the game.

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

(A) The gaming machine according to the present invention is a gaming machine that can perform variable display and can be controlled to an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player, and is a specific display means capable of displaying a specific display related to the variable display, and the above-mentioned advantage. The light emitting means includes a notice effect executing means capable of executing the notice effect by a plurality of effect modes having different expectations controlled by the state, a light emitting means, and an operation means that can be operated by the player, and the light emitting means is a specific display. When the first light emitting means capable of emitting light by the light emitting pattern corresponding to the above and the second light emitting means which cannot emit light by the light emitting pattern corresponding to the specific display are included, and the light is emitted by the light emitting pattern corresponding to the specific effect, and a notice. There are times when light is emitted by a light emission pattern corresponding to the effect, and during execution of the specific effect, light emission control of the light emission means is performed by the light emission pattern corresponding to the specific effect from the time when the specific display is displayed until a predetermined timing is reached. Then, after the predetermined timing, it is possible to control the light emission of the light emitting means by the light emitting pattern corresponding to the specific display, and during the execution of the specific effect, the first light emitting means is performed by the light emitting pattern corresponding to the specific display. It is possible to control the light emission of the second light emitting means by the light emitting pattern corresponding to the specific effect, and the notice effect executing means is the first notice effect as the notice effect. And the second notice effect can be executed, the first notice effect has higher visibility than the second notice effect, and the effect mode of the first notice effect is controlled to the advantageous state during the execution of the specific effect. When the expected degree is a specific mode equal to or higher than the specific expected degree, the light emitting means is controlled by the light emitting pattern corresponding to the first notice effect, and the effect mode of the first notice effect is controlled to the advantageous state. When the degree of expectation is less than the specific degree of expectation, it is possible to control the light emission of the light emitting means by the light emitting pattern corresponding to the specific effect. and wherein the representation embodiment is capable of controlling the light emission of the light emitting unit by the light emission pattern corresponding to the specific effect in the case of representation embodiment at least partially common with the specific embodiment of the first announcement attraction To do.
(1) A gaming machine according to another aspect is a gaming machine that can perform variable display (for example, variable display of a special symbol or an effect symbol) and can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a jackpot state) that is advantageous to the player. , A specific display means capable of displaying a specific display (for example, a hold display or an active display) related to the variable display, a light emitting means (for example, a special lamp (for example, a lamp 200 or a special lamp (light emitting member 200d) of the lamp 200)), and a game. An operation means (for example, a stick controller 122 or a push button 120) that can be operated by a person is provided, and the light emitting means emits light in connection with a specific effect (for example, a BGM effect) and in relation to a specific display. There are times when the light is emitted, and during the execution of the specific effect, a predetermined timing (for example, the start timing of the target variation (that is, the timing when the active display is displayed)) or the timing when the specific display is changed to red hold after the specific display is displayed. (That is, the timing at which the super reach is confirmed)), the light emitting means is controlled in relation to the specific effect, and after the predetermined timing, the light emitting means is controlled in relation to the specific display (FIG. 44, see FIG. 45).
According to such a configuration, since the light emission control of the light emitting means associated with the specific effect is not interrupted frequently, it is possible to prevent a deterioration of the game interest.

(2) In the gaming machine of the above (1), the specific display is controlled in an advantageous state and has a plurality of display modes having different expectations (for example, as shown in FIG. 58 (1), normal hold <blue hold <character B hold. A specific display provided with a hold storage means (for example, a hold storage buffer) that is displayed by any of <character A hold <red hold display mode) and stores information related to variable display as hold storage. The means can display the hold display corresponding to the hold storage as a specific display, and the light emitting means is expected by the display mode of the hold display corresponding to the hold storage when the variable display is started based on the hold memory. When the degree is equal to or higher than the predetermined expected degree (for example, in the stage of normal hold <blue hold <red hold, which is higher than blue hold), light can be emitted in a manner corresponding to the stage (for example). By applying the second control sequence shown in FIG. 43, the special lamp is made to emit blue light (lights, blinks, etc.) in response to the hold notice effect (blue hold *), and the hold notice effect (red hold *) is applied. ), It is possible to control the special lamp to emit red light (lighting, blinking, etc.))
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According to such a configuration, since the light emission control of the light emitting means associated with the specific effect is not interrupted frequently, it is possible to prevent a deterioration of the game interest. Further, when the expected degree according to the display mode of the hold display is equal to or higher than the predetermined expected degree, the light can be emitted according to the expected degree, so that the effect of the effect can be enhanced.

(3) In any of the game machines (1) to (2) above, the specific display means can display a corresponding display (for example, an active display) corresponding to the variable display being executed as the specific display, and emits light. The means may be capable of emitting light according to the display mode of the corresponding display (see FIG. 57).
According to such a configuration, since light can be emitted in a mode corresponding to the display mode of the corresponding display, the effect of the effect can be enhanced.

(4) The gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (3) above is provided with a hold storage means for storing information related to variable display as hold storage, and the specific display means corresponds to hold storage as a specific display. It is possible to display the hold display to be performed and the corresponding display corresponding to the variable display during execution, and when the hold display is displayed corresponding to one hold memory (for example, the target change non-execution state), a specific effect is produced. When the light emission control of the light emitting means is performed in relation to the above and the corresponding display is displayed corresponding to the variable display being executed based on the one hold memory (for example, the target variable execution state), the corresponding display is displayed. It is possible to control the light emission of the light emitting means in relation to each other (see FIGS. 44 and 57. That is, after the start of the hold notice effect (blue hold) and before the start of the target change, the hold notice effect is in the non-execution state of the target change. The BGM effect may be prioritized over (blue hold), and the hold notice effect (blue hold) * may be prioritized over the BGM effect in the target change execution state during the target change).
According to such a configuration, since the light emission control of the light emitting means associated with the specific effect is not interrupted frequently, it is possible to prevent a deterioration of the game interest.

(5) The gaming machine according to (4) above is provided with a hold storage means for storing information related to variable display as hold storage, and the specific display means includes a hold display corresponding to hold storage as a specific display and is being executed. It is possible to display a corresponding display corresponding to the variable display of, and the hold display is displayed by one of a plurality of display modes having different expectations controlled in an advantageous state, and the stage of the hold display is In the case of a predetermined stage or higher (for example, red hold), the light emitting means is emitted from the time when the hold display is displayed (for example, the target change non-execution state) to the period when the corresponding display is displayed (for example, the target change execution state). It is possible to control the light emission of (see FIGS. 43 and 45).
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According to such a configuration, since the light emission control of the light emitting means associated with the specific effect is not frequently interrupted, it is possible to prevent a decrease in the interest of the game, and the degree of expectation depending on the display mode of the hold display is the predetermined degree of expectation. In the above case, since the light emission control of the light emitting means is performed from the time when the hold display is displayed to the period when the corresponding display is displayed, it is possible to realize the light emission control of the light emitting means according to the degree of attention. It can be done, and the effect of production can be enhanced.

(6) The gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (5) above includes a hold storage means for storing information related to variable display as hold storage, and the specific display means corresponds to hold storage as a specific display. The hold display can be displayed, and the hold display is displayed by one of a plurality of display modes having different expectations controlled in an advantageous state, and the expectation level according to the display mode of the hold display is a predetermined expectation level. In the above cases (for example, when the degree of expectation is higher than the expected degree suggested by the character A hold. See FIG. 58 (1)), the light emission control of the light emitting means is performed in relation to the hold display (FIGS. 45 and 58 (FIG. 45). 2) See. That is, in the target change non-execution state after the start of the hold notice effect and before the start of the target change, the hold notice effect (red hold) may be prioritized over the BGM effect).
According to such a configuration, when the expectation degree according to the display mode of the hold display is less than the predetermined expectation degree, the light emission control of the light emitting means is performed in relation to the specific effect, that is, it is not interrupted. It is possible to prevent a decrease, and when the expected degree according to the display mode of the hold display is equal to or higher than the predetermined expected degree, the light emitting means is controlled to emit light in relation to the hold display. It is possible to realize the light emission control of the above, and it is possible to enhance the effect of the effect.

(7) In any of the game machines (1) to (6) above, when the light emitting means emits light in relation to the specific effect, the light emitting means is different from the mode in which the light is emitted in relation to the specific display. It is possible to emit light (for example, the hold notice effect (red hold) emits light in red (lighting, blinking, etc.), and the lamp effect corresponding to the hold notice effect (blue hold) emits light in blue (lighting, blinking, etc.). In the lamp effect corresponding to the BGM effect, the lamp may be emitted in white (lighting, blinking, etc.).
According to such a configuration, it is possible to make it easy to understand whether the light is emitted in relation to the specific effect or the specific display, and it is possible to prevent misunderstanding.

(8) In any of the game machines (1) to (7) above, the first light emitting means (for example, the light emitting member 200d (specific lamp)) capable of emitting light in relation to the specific display and the specific display are related. It is provided with a plurality of light emitting means (for example, lamps 200) including a second light emitting means (for example, light emitting members 200a to 200c) that cannot emit light, and during execution of a specific effect, the first light is emitted in relation to a specific display. Even when the light emission control of the means is performed, the light emission control of the second light emitting means may be performed in relation to the specific effect.
According to such a configuration, the light emission control of the light emitting means associated with the specific display and the light emitting control of the light emitting means related to the specific effect can coexist, and it is possible to prevent a deterioration of the game interest. ..

(9) In any of the game machines (1) to (8) above, after displaying the specific display according to the first aspect (for example, special hold or normal hold), the display mode of the specific display is changed. It is provided with a change effect executing means (for example, a portion for executing steps S800A, S8004 to S8010, S8106 to S8114 in the effect control microcomputer 100) capable of executing a change effect (for example, a hold notice effect accompanied by an action effect). , The display mode of the specific display includes at least a first mode and a second mode having a high advantage (for example, blue hold, red hold), and the change effect executing means is the first mode as the change effect. After displaying the specific display, it is possible to execute an effect of changing the display mode of the specific display to the second mode (for example, change patterns 33 to 36 and FIGS. 41 (E) shown in FIGS. 40 (D) and 40 (E)). When the hold notice effect is executed based on the change patterns 405 to 414 shown in G) to (I), the special hold changes to blue hold or red hold), depending on the execution mode of the executed change effect. After the change effect, the change effect can be executed at different ratios (for example, if the action effect is executed in the hold notice effect but does not change in the special hold, the action effect is executed again after that. It is possible to change from special hold to blue hold or red hold, but if the action effect is executed in the hold notice effect and the special hold changes to blue hold or red hold, the action effect will not be executed after that). You may.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the interest when the change effect is executed.

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 the variation pattern of the effect symbol prepared in advance. 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 the variation pattern type determination table for big hit. It is explanatory drawing which shows the variation pattern type determination table for detachment. It is explanatory drawing which shows the hit variation pattern determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the deviation variation pattern determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of an effect control command. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of an effect control command. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of the symbol designation command. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of a variable category command. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of a variable category 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 production process at the time of a prize. 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 command analysis processing. 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 hold notice effect setting process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the final display mode determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the final display mode determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the change pattern determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the change pattern determination table. It is a flowchart which shows the lamp control processing. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the control order of a lamp control. It is a time chart which shows a specific example of lamp control. It is a time chart which shows a specific example of lamp control. 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 specific example of the action production determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the action production determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of process data. 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 an example of the production mode of the hold notice production. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the production mode of the hold notice production. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the production mode of the lamp effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the production mode of the lamp effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the degree of expectation by the difference of the type and mode of production, and the specific example of the control order of lamp control. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the degree of expectation by the difference of the type and mode of production, and the specific example of the control order of lamp control. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of a step-up effect and a mini character effect.

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 pressing 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 instructing operation is provided, and inside the operating rod of the stick controller 122, a trigger sensor 125 (FIG. 3) that detects a predetermined instructing operation by pushing / pulling the trigger button 121 or the like. 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.

An effect display device 9 composed of a liquid crystal display device (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 symbol is displayed. When the variable display of the second special symbol is being executed on the symbol display 8b, the effect display is executed on 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 and fluctuated with the same symbol, 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 a reach state) 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 big hit symbol, it becomes "missing" and the variable display state ends. The player plays the game while enjoying how to generate a big hit.

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.

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.

A light emitting member (light emitting device) capable of emitting light (lighting, blinking, etc. depending on a plurality of types of colors, brightness, and directions) in a plurality of types of light emitting patterns corresponding to the effect to be executed is provided in the peripheral portion of the effect display device 9. Has been done. In the example shown in FIG. 1, the light emitting member 200a is arranged at the upper position of the effect display device 9, the light emitting member 200b and the light emitting member 200c are arranged at the left and right positions of the effect display device 9, and the light emitting member 200b is arranged at the lower position of the effect display device 9. ing. Hereinafter, when the light emitting members 200a, 200b, 200c, and 200d are not particularly distinguished, they are collectively referred to as the lamp 200. Further, the light emitting member 200d, which may be controlled differently from the light emitting members 200a, 200b, and 200c, is also referred to as a special lamp. The lamp 200 may be composed of, for example, one or more LEDs, or may be composed of a flash lamp. In addition to the above, various light emitting members may be installed, for example, around each structure in the game area.

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. The winning rate of the second starting winning opening 14 is made by arranging the nails densely around 13 or making it difficult to guide the game ball to the first starting winning opening 13 by arranging the nails around the first starting winning opening 13. May be higher than the winning rate of the first starting winning opening 13.

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, the display screen of the effect display device 9 is provided with a first hold storage display unit 9a for displaying the first hold storage number and a second hold storage display unit 9b for displaying the second hold storage number. .. Not limited to the embodiment shown in this embodiment, for example, instead of the first reserved storage display unit 9a and the second reserved storage display unit 9b, the total of the first reserved storage number and the second reserved storage number is used. An area (total hold storage display unit) for displaying the total number (total 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 from a disadvantageous state to an advantageous state for the player when the stop symbol of the normal symbol is a hit symbol (a state in which the game ball can be won in the second starting winning opening 14). 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 LEDs to be lit by one. Then, every 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 gaming machine is a hitting ball launching device (not shown) that drives a driving motor in response to the player operating the hitting ball operation handle 5 and launches the game ball into the gaming area 7 by using the rotational force of the driving motor. ) Is provided. The game ball launched from the ball striking device enters the game area 7 through a ball striking rail formed in a circular shape so as to surround the game area 7, and then descends 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.

It should be noted that, 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 to an advantageous state (a state where 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 the 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 fluctuation 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 gaming machine is stopped, a part or all of the contents of the RAM 55 are stored for a predetermined backup period (until the capacitor as the backup power supply is discharged and the backup power supply cannot be supplied with power). To. 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 microcomputers mounted on substrates 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.

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. It receives the effect control command and controls the display of the effect display device 9 that variably displays the effect symbol.

Further, the effect control means mounted on the effect control board 80 is the lamp 200 provided in the peripheral portion of the effect display device 9 and the frame LED 28 provided on the frame side via the lamp driver board 35. In addition to controlling the display, the sound output from the speaker 27 is controlled via the audio output board 70.

As will be described later, the effect control means is also connected to the trigger sensor 125 included in the stick controller 122, the tilt direction sensor unit 123, the vibrator motor 126, and the push sensor 124 included in the push button 120. However (see FIG. 3), the illustration is omitted in FIG.

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 with respect to 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 a lamp 200 or a 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 a voice or a sound effect according to the sound number data and outputs the sound 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 corresponding to the sound number data is a collection of data showing the output mode of the sound effect or the sound in a predetermined effect period (for example, the variation period of the effect symbol) in chronological order.

Next, the operation of the gaming 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 gaming machine and the power supply is started, the input level of the reset terminal into which the reset signal is input becomes high level, and the gaming 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 gaming 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 recovery 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. 13). 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 gaming 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 normal symbol hit judgment random number is one lap (normal symbol hit judgment random number taking). The initial value is set in the counter when the step is taken by the number of numerical values between the minimum value and the maximum value of the possible value.

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 gaming 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). For 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.

FIG. 6 is an explanatory diagram showing a variation pattern of the effect symbol prepared in advance. As shown in FIG. 6, in this embodiment, non-reach PA1-1 to non-reach PA1-1 to non-reach PA1-1 to non-reach as a variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is "off" and the variable display mode of the effect symbol is "non-reach". A variation pattern of reach PA1-2 is prepared. Of these, the non-reach PA1-1 is a fluctuation pattern that is not accompanied by reach and is not accompanied by pseudo-ream or sliding effect, and is a fluctuation pattern for normal fluctuation that is not shortened fluctuation (in this example, the fluctuation time is 12.50 seconds). Is. Further, the non-reach PA1-2 is a fluctuation pattern that is not accompanied by reach and is not accompanied by pseudo-ream or sliding effect, and is a fluctuation pattern for shortening fluctuation in which the fluctuation time is shorter than the normal fluctuation (variation time 2 in this example). .00 seconds).

In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 6, when the non-reach is lost, the case where the fluctuation pattern accompanied by the pseudo-ream or the sliding effect is not included is shown, but when the non-reach is lost. May be configured to provide a variation pattern accompanied by a pseudo-ream or a sliding effect.

Further, as fluctuation patterns corresponding to the case where the variable display result is "off" and the variable display mode of the effect symbol is "reach", normal PA2-1 to normal PA2-2 and normal PB2-1 to normal PB2-2 , Super PA3-1 to Super PA3-2, and Super PB3-1 to Super PB3-2. As shown in FIG. 6, among the fluctuation patterns used in the case of reaching and accompanied by the effect of the pseudo-ream, when the normal PB2-1 is used, the re-variation is performed once. Further, among the fluctuation patterns used in the case of reaching and accompanied by the effect of the pseudo-ream, when the normal PB2-2 is used, the re-variation is performed twice. Further, among the fluctuation patterns used in the case of reaching and accompanied by the effect of pseudo-ream, when Super PA3-1 to Super PA3-2 are used, the re-variation is performed three times. Note that the re-variation is to temporarily stop the effect symbol that is temporarily out of alignment from the start of the variable display of the effect symbol until the display result is derived and displayed, and then re-execute the variable display of the effect symbol. ..

Further, as shown in FIG. 6, in this embodiment, the variable patterns corresponding to the case where the variable display result of the special symbol becomes the big hit symbol or the small hit symbol are the normal PA2-3 to the normal PA2-4 and the normal PB2. -3 to Normal PB2-4, Super PA3-3 to Super PA3-4, Super PB3-3 to Super PB3-4, Special PG1-1 to Special PG1-3, Special PG2-1 to Special PG2-2 Is prepared. In FIG. 6, the fluctuation patterns of the special PG1-1 to special PG1-3 and the special PG2-1 to special PG2-2 are fluctuation patterns used when a sudden probability change big hit or small hit occurs. Further, as shown in FIG. 6, among the fluctuation patterns used when the sudden change is not a big hit or a small hit and accompanied by the effect of a pseudo-ream, when the normal PB2-3 is used, the re-variation is performed once. Further, among the fluctuation patterns used in the case of reaching and accompanied by the effect of the pseudo-ream, when the normal PB2-4 is used, the re-variation is performed twice. Further, among the fluctuation patterns used in the case of reaching and accompanied by the effect of the pseudo-ream, when Super PA3-3 to Super PA3-4 are used, the re-variation is performed three times. Further, the fluctuation pattern of the special PG1-3, which is used in the case of a sudden probability change big hit or a small hit and is accompanied by a pseudo-ream effect, is re-variated once.

FIG. 7 is an explanatory diagram showing each random number. Each random number is used as follows.
(1) Random 1 (MR1): Determine 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 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. 8A 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. 8 (A) is set in the normal jackpot determination table, and each numerical value described in the right column of FIG. 8 (A) is set in the probability variation jackpot determination table. Is set. The numerical value shown in FIG. 8A is the jackpot determination value.

8 (B) and 8 (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. 8 (B) is set in the small hit determination table (for the first special symbol), and in FIG. 8 (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. 8 (B) and 8 (C) are small hit determination values.

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 jackpot determination random number (random R). The jackpot determination random number value is shown in FIG. 8A. 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) for the special symbol. Further, when the random value for big hit determination matches any of the small hit determination values shown in FIGS. 8 (B) and 8 (C), it is determined that the special symbol is a small hit. The "probability" shown in FIG. 8A indicates the probability (ratio) of a big hit. Further, the "probability" shown in FIGS. 8 (B) and 8 (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. 8B and 8C, 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.

8 (D) and 8 (E) are explanatory views showing the jackpot type determination tables 131a and 131b stored in the ROM 54. Of these, FIG. 8 (D) determines the jackpot type using the hold memory based on the fact that the game ball has won 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. 8 (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. 8 (D) and 8 (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. 8D and 8E, there are "normal jackpot", "probability variation jackpot", and "sudden probability variation jackpot" as jackpot types. 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 probability change big hit, and only the opening time of the big winning opening may be extremely shortened to 0.1 seconds.

In this embodiment, even when a "small hit" occurs, the big winning opening is opened twice for 0.1 seconds each, and the same control as in the big hit game state by the "sudden probability change big hit" is performed. Will be. 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.

9 (A) to 9 (C) are explanatory views showing fluctuation pattern type determination tables 132A to 132C for big hits. In the jackpot variation pattern type determination tables 132A to 132C, when it is determined that the variable display result is a jackpot symbol, the variation pattern type is set to a random number for determining the variation pattern type according to the determination result of the jackpot type. It is a table referred to for determining one of a plurality of types based on (random number 2).

The fluctuation pattern type determination tables 132A to 132C for each jackpot are numerical values (judgment values) to be compared with the values of the random numbers (random 2) for the fluctuation pattern type determination, and are normal CA3-1 to normal CA3-2. Judgment values corresponding to any of the fluctuation pattern types of Super CA3-3, Special CA4-1, and Special CA4-2 are set.

For example, the variation pattern type determination table 132A for jackpot shown in FIG. 9 (A) used when the jackpot type is "normal jackpot" and FIG. 9 (B) used when the jackpot type is "probability variation jackpot". The allocation of the determination values for the variation pattern types of the normal CA3-1 to the normal CA3-2 and the super CA3-3 is different from that of the jackpot variation pattern type determination table 132B shown in the above.

As described above, when the jackpot variation pattern type determination tables 132A to 132C selected according to the jackpot type are compared, the assignment of the determination value for each variation pattern type is different depending on the jackpot type. In addition, judgment values are assigned to different fluctuation pattern types according to the jackpot type. Therefore, different variation pattern types can be determined according to the determination result of which of the plurality of types the jackpot type is to be used, and the ratios determined for the same variation pattern type can be different.

As shown in FIGS. 9A and 9B, in this embodiment, in the case of "normal jackpot" or "probability variation jackpot", the value of a random number (random 2) for determining the variation pattern type. If is 150 to 251 it can be seen that the variable display with at least super reach (super reach A, super reach B) is executed.

In addition, regarding the super reach jackpot, a fluctuation pattern type with a pseudo-ream (a fluctuation pattern type including a fluctuation pattern of Super PA3-3 and Super PA3-4) and a fluctuation pattern type without a pseudo-ream (Super PB3-3, Super). It may be divided into the fluctuation pattern type) including the fluctuation pattern of PB3-4. In this case, in both the jackpot variation pattern type determination table 132A for normal jackpot and the jackpot variation pattern type determination table 132B for probability variation jackpot, the variation pattern type with super reach and pseudo-ream and the super-reach and pseudo-ream are displayed. The fluctuation pattern type that does not accompany it will be assigned.

Further, in the jackpot variation pattern type determination table 132C used when the jackpot type is "sudden probability variation jackpot", for example, when the jackpot type such as special CA4-1 and special CA4-2 is other than "sudden probability variation jackpot". Judgment value is assigned to the fluctuation pattern type to which the judgment value is not assigned. Therefore, when the variable display result becomes "big hit" and the big hit type becomes "sudden probability change big hit" and the sudden probability change big hit state is controlled, it is different from the case of controlling to the normal big hit or the big hit state by the probability change big hit. It can be determined according to the fluctuation pattern type.

Further, FIG. 9D is an explanatory diagram showing the variation pattern type determination table 132D for small hits. The variation pattern type determination table 132D for small hits has a plurality of types of variation pattern types based on random numbers (random 2) for determination of variation pattern types when it is determined that the variable display result is a small hit symbol. A table referenced to determine one of the above. In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 9D, when it is decided to make a small hit, a case where a special CA4-1 is determined as a fluctuation pattern type is shown. ..

10 (A) to 10 (C) are explanatory views showing the deviation pattern type determination tables 135A to 135C. Of these, FIG. 10 (A) shows the deviation pattern type determination table 135A used when the game state is the normal state and the total number of reserved storages is less than 3. Further, FIG. 10B shows the deviation pattern type determination table 135B used when the game state is the normal state and the total number of reserved storages is 3 or more. Further, FIG. 10C shows the deviation pattern type determination table 135C used when the gaming state is the probability change state or the time saving state. The deviation pattern type determination tables 135A to 135C have a plurality of types of variation pattern types based on a random number (random 2) for determining the variation pattern type when it is determined that the variable display result is to be an outlier symbol. A table referenced to determine one of the above.

In each of the deviation pattern type determination tables 135A to 135B, numerical values (judgment values) to be compared with the values of random numbers (random 2) for determination of the variation pattern type are shown in non-reach CA2-1 to non-reach CA2- 2. Judgment values corresponding to any of the fluctuation pattern types of normal CA2-3 to normal CA2-4 and super CA2-5 are set.

As shown in FIGS. 10A and 10B, in this embodiment, when the game is out of order and the game state is the normal state, the value of the random number (random 2) for determining the variation pattern type is used. When is 230 to 251 it can be seen that the variable display with at least super reach (super reach A, super reach B) is executed regardless of the total number of reserved storages.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 10A and 10B, in this embodiment, when the game is out of alignment and the game state is the normal state, the value of the random number (random 2) for determining the variation pattern type is used. If is 1 to 89, the fluctuation display of normal fluctuation is executed at least without reach (without effects such as pseudo-ream or slip effect) regardless of the total number of reserved memories (non-reach CA2-1). As shown in FIG. 12, which will be described later, it is a non-reach normal variation non-reach PA1-1 variation pattern). With such a table configuration, in this embodiment, the determination table (variable pattern type determination table 135A, 135B for loss) is at least one of the variable display patterns other than the variable display pattern for reach (variable pattern with reach). Regardless of the number of rights (first reserved storage number, second reserved storage number, total reserved storage number) stored by the reserved storage means (first reserved storage buffer or second reserved storage buffer) for a part. It is configured so that a common determination value (1 to 89 in the examples shown in FIGS. 10A and 10B) is assigned. As shown in this embodiment, the "variable display pattern other than the variable display pattern for reach" means that, for example, the variable display result is not accompanied by a reach, and is not accompanied by an effect such as a pseudo-ream or a sliding effect. It is a variable display pattern (variable pattern) used when it does not become a big hit.

11 (A) and 11 (B) are explanatory views showing the hit variation pattern determination tables 137A to 137B stored in the ROM 54. The hit variation pattern determination tables 137A to 137B determine the variation pattern according to the determination result of the jackpot type and the variation pattern type when it is determined that the variable display result is "big hit" or "small hit". It is a table referred to for determining a fluctuation pattern to one of a plurality of types based on a random number (random number 3). The fluctuation pattern determination tables 137A to 137B for each are selected as the tables to be used according to the determination result of the fluctuation pattern type. That is, the hit variation pattern determination table 137A is selected as the table to be used according to the determination result that the variation pattern type is set to either normal CA3-1 to normal CA3-2 or super CA3-3, and the variation pattern type is special. The hit variation pattern determination table 137B is selected as the table to be used according to the determination result of either CA4-1 or special CA4-2. Each of the fluctuation pattern determination tables 137A to 137B is a numerical value (judgment value) to be compared with the value of the random number (random 3) for the fluctuation pattern determination according to the variation pattern type, and the variable display result of the effect symbol is Includes data (judgment value) corresponding to any of a plurality of types of fluctuation patterns corresponding to the case of "big hit".

FIG. 12 is an explanatory diagram showing the deviation variation pattern determination table 138A stored in the ROM 54. The out-of-order fluctuation pattern determination table 138A is based on a random number (random 3) for determining the variation pattern according to the determination result of the variation pattern type when it is determined that the variable display result is “out of order”. It is a table referred to for determining the fluctuation pattern to one of a plurality of types. The out-of-order variation pattern determination table 138A is selected as the table to be used according to the determination result of the variation pattern type.

13 and 14 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. 13 and 14, 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 each of the usable variation patterns shown in FIG. 6 is given a unique number, there is a variation pattern command corresponding to each of the variation 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 variable 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 gaming machine is started. The command 9200 (H) is an effect control command (power failure recovery designation command) transmitted when the power supply to the gaming machine is resumed. 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 and A002 (H) are effect control commands (big hit start designation command: fanfare designation command) for displaying the fanfare screen, that is, for designating the start of the jackpot game. In this embodiment, a jackpot start designation command or a small hit / sudden probability change jackpot start designation command is used depending on the type of jackpot. Specifically, the big hit start designation command (A001 (H)) is used in the case of "normal big hit" or "probability big hit", and the small hit in the case of "sudden change big hit" or "small hit". / Sudden change big hit start designation command (A002 (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. Further, A2XX (H) is an effect control command (a command designated after opening the large winning opening) indicating the closing of the large winning opening for the number of times (round) indicated by XX.

The command A301 (H) is an effect control command (big hit end designation command: ending 1 designation command) for displaying the jackpot end screen, that is, designating the end of the jackpot game. The jackpot end designation command (A301 (H)) is used when ending the jackpot game by "normal jackpot" or "probability variation jackpot". The command A302 (H) is an effect control command (small hit / sudden probability change big hit end designation command: ending 2 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, the second hold storage number addition designation command, the first hold storage number subtraction designation command, and the second hold storage number subtraction designation command) is transmitted is shown, but the form of the hold storage information is the embodiment of this embodiment. Not limited to the one shown in the above, for example, the reserved storage information in the following aspects 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 increased number of hold memories is specified. (1st hold storage number or 2nd hold 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 is used. 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.

The command C4XX (H) and the command C6XX (H) are effect control commands (winning determination result designation commands) indicating the contents of the winning determination result. Of these, the command C4XX (H) is an effect control command (symbol designation command) that indicates whether or not a big hit is made, whether or not a small hit is made, and the judgment result of the type of big hit among the judgment results at the time of winning. is there. Further, the command C6XX (H) is an effect control command indicating a judgment result (judgment result of the fluctuation pattern type) of which judgment value range the value of the random number for judgment of the fluctuation pattern type falls within the judgment result at the time of winning. (Variable category command).

In this embodiment, in the winning effect processing (see FIG. 22) described later, the game control microcomputer 560 determines whether or not it will be a big hit, whether or not it will be a small hit, and the type of big hit at the time of starting winning. , It is determined which judgment value range the value of the random number for determining the fluctuation pattern type falls within. Then, a value for designating a big hit or a small hit or a value for designating the type of the big hit is set in the EXT data of the symbol designation command, and control is performed to transmit to the effect control microcomputer 100. In addition, a value that specifies a range of determination values as a determination result is set in the EXT data of the variable category command, and control is performed to transmit the effect to the effect control microcomputer 100. In this embodiment, the effect control microcomputer 100 can recognize whether or not the display result is a big hit or a small hit, and the type of the big hit, based on the value set in the symbol designation command. Based on the variation category command, the variation pattern type can be recognized when the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type becomes a predetermined determination value.

FIG. 15 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the contents of the symbol designation command. As shown in FIG. 15, in this embodiment, EXT data is set according to whether or not a big hit or a small hit is made, and the type of the big hit, and a symbol designation command is transmitted.

For example, in the winning effect processing described later, when it is determined that the result is "out of place", the CPU 56 transmits a symbol designation command (symbol 1 designation command) in which "00 (H)" is set in the EXT data. Further, for example, when it is determined that the "normal jackpot" is obtained, the CPU 56 transmits a symbol designation command (symbol 2 designation command) in which "01 (H)" is set in the EXT data. Further, for example, when it is determined that the "probability variation jackpot" is obtained, the CPU 56 transmits a symbol designation command (symbol 3 designation command) in which "02 (H)" is set in the EXT data. Further, for example, when it is determined that a "sudden probability change jackpot" occurs, the CPU 56 transmits a symbol designation command (symbol 4 designation command) in which "03 (H)" is set in the EXT data. Further, for example, when it is determined that the result is a "small hit", the CPU 56 transmits a symbol designation command (symbol 5 designation command) in which "04 (H)" is set in the EXT data. The EXT data set in the symbol designation command and the EXT data set in the display result designation command may be shared. With such a configuration, the data to be read can be shared between when the symbol specification command is set and when the display result specification command is set.

16 and 17 are explanatory views showing an example of the contents of the variable category command. As shown in FIGS. 16 and 17, in this embodiment, which game state is used, which display result is the display result of the special symbol or the effect symbol, and the random number for determining the variable pattern type at the time of starting winning. A value is set in the EXT data according to whether it is determined that the value of is in the range of which determination value, and the variable category command is transmitted.

For example, when it is determined that the game state is normal and out of order at the time of starting winning, in step S232 of the winning effect processing described later, the CPU 56 first determines whether the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 1 to 89. Judge whether or not. When the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 1 to 89, the CPU 56 transmits a variation category 1 command in which "00 (H)" is set in the EXT data. In this embodiment, when the gaming state is the normal state, the non-reach CA2-1 variation pattern type is commonly assigned to the range of the determination values 1 to 89 regardless of the total number of reserved storages. Therefore, the effect control microcomputer 100 can recognize that at least the variation pattern type is non-reach CA2-1 based on the reception of the variation category 1 command. Next, when the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 90 to 99, the CPU 56 transmits a variation category 2 command in which "01 (H)" is set in the EXT data. Next, when the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 100 to 169, the CPU 56 transmits a variation category 3 command in which "02 (H)" is set in the EXT data. Next, when the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 170 to 199, the CPU 56 transmits a variation category 4 command in which "03 (H)" is set in the EXT data. Next, when the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 200 to 214, the CPU 56 transmits a variation category 5 command in which "04 (H)" is set in the EXT data. Next, when the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 215 to 229, the CPU 56 transmits a variation category 6 command in which "05 (H)" is set in the EXT data. Next, the CPU 56 transmits a variation category 7 command in which "06 (H)" is set in the EXT data when the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 230 to 251. In this embodiment, when the gaming state is the normal state, the fluctuation pattern type of the super CA2-5 is commonly assigned to the range of the determination values 230 to 251 regardless of the total number of reserved storages. Therefore, the effect control microcomputer 100 can recognize that at least the fluctuation pattern type is Super CA2-5 based on the reception of the fluctuation category 7 command.

The thresholds 89, 99, 169, 199, 214 and 229 used to determine which of the above fluctuation categories belong to are specifically for deviations shown in FIGS. 10A and 10B. It is derived by picking up the values that can be the boundaries of the range of judgment values assigned to each fluctuation pattern type in the fluctuation pattern type judgment table. This also applies to the subsequent fluctuation categories 8 to 9, 21 to 29, and is assigned to each fluctuation pattern type in the fluctuation pattern type determination table shown in FIGS. 9 (A) to 9 (D) and FIG. 10 (C). A threshold value used for categorical determination is derived by picking up a value that can be a boundary of the range of determined determination values.

Further, for example, when it is determined that the game state is in a probabilistic state or a time saving state and is out of order at the time of starting winning, in step S232 of the winning effect processing described later, the CPU 56 first sets the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type to 1. It is determined whether or not it becomes ~ 219. When the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 1 to 219 (that is, when the variation pattern type is non-reach CA2-2), the CPU 56 sets "07 (H)" in the EXT data. Send a category 8 command. Next, the CPU 56 sets "08 (H)" in the EXT data when the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 220 to 251 (that is, when it becomes the variation pattern type of Super CA2-5). Send a variable category 9 command.

Even when the gaming state is a probability change state or a time saving state, the fluctuation pattern type of Super CA2-5 may be assigned to the range of the determination values 230 to 251. By doing so, it is possible to assign a common determination value to the fluctuation pattern type of the super CA2-5 regardless of the gaming state. Therefore, when the process of step S232 of the process of the winning effect, which will be described later, is executed, if it is out of order, a common determination process may be performed regardless of the game state, and the program capacity can be further reduced. Further, in this case, it is possible to eliminate the need for the game state determination process in step S226.

Further, for example, when it is determined that a "normal big hit" is obtained at the time of starting winning, in step S232 of the winning effect processing described later, the CPU 56 first determines whether the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 1 to 74. Is determined. When the value of the random number for determining the fluctuation pattern type is 1 to 74 (that is, when the fluctuation pattern type is normal CA3-1), the CPU 56 sets "10 (H)" in the EXT data. 21 Send a command. Next, the CPU 56 sets "11 (H)" in the EXT data when the value of the random number for determining the fluctuation pattern type is 75 to 149 (that is, when the fluctuation pattern type is normal CA3-2). The variable category 22 command is sent. Next, the CPU 56 sets "12 (H)" in the EXT data when the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 150 to 251 (that is, when it becomes the variation pattern type of Super CA3-3). The variable category 23 command is sent.

Further, for example, when it is determined that a "probability variation jackpot" is obtained at the time of starting winning, in step S232 of the winning effect processing described later, the CPU 56 first determines whether or not the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 1 to 38. Is determined. When the value of the random number for determining the fluctuation pattern type is 1 to 38 (that is, when the fluctuation pattern type is normal CA3-1), the CPU 56 sets "13 (H)" in the EXT data. 24 Send a command. Next, the CPU 56 sets "14 (H)" in the EXT data when the value of the random number for determining the fluctuation pattern type is 39 to 79 (that is, when the fluctuation pattern type is normal CA3-2). Send a variable category 25 command. Next, the CPU 56 sets "15 (H)" in the EXT data when the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 80 to 251 (that is, when it becomes the variation pattern type of Super CA3-3). Send variable category 26 commands.

Further, for example, when it is determined that a sudden change in jackpot occurs at the time of starting winning, in step S232 of the winning effect processing described later, the CPU 56 first determines whether or not the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 1 to 100. To judge. When the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 1 to 100 (that is, when the variation pattern type of the special CA4-1 is used), the CPU 56 sets "16 (H)" in the EXT data as the variation category. 27 Send a command. Next, the CPU 56 sets "17 (H)" in the EXT data when the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 101 to 251 (that is, when it becomes the variation pattern type of the special CA4-2). 28 Send a command.

Further, for example, when it is determined that a small hit is obtained at the time of starting winning, the CPU 56 transmits a variable category 29 command in which "18 (H)" is set in the EXT data.

It should be noted that the total number of pending memories is not always the same when the winning judgment is made at the start winning and when the variation display is actually started. Therefore, the variation indicated by the winning determination result specification command. It is possible that the pattern type does not match the variation pattern type actually used in the variation display. However, in this embodiment, at least for the fluctuation pattern types of non-reach CA2-1, super CA2-5, and super CA3-3, a common determination value is assigned regardless of the total number of reserved storages. (See FIGS. 9 and 10), there is no inconsistency between the winning determination result and the variation pattern type of the variation display actually executed. Therefore, in this embodiment, a hold notice effect, which is a kind of look-ahead notice effect, is executed based on a winning determination result that the variation pattern type is non-reach CA2-1, super CA2-5, or super CA3-3. To. Note that the variation category commands shown in FIGS. 16 and 17 (specifically, the variation category 1 command, are specified only when it is determined that the variation pattern types are non-reach CA2-1, super CA2-5, and super CA3-3. The variable category 7 command, the variable category 23 command, and the variable category 26 command only) may be transmitted, and the variable category command may not be transmitted in the case of a winning determination result of other variation pattern types. In addition, when it is determined at the time of winning that the non-reach CA2-1, super CA2-5, and super CA3-3 are not specified, a variation category command indicating that the variation pattern type cannot be specified may be transmitted. Good.

The "look-ahead notice effect" is a notice effect that is executed before the start of the variable display that is the target of the advance notice effect. In this embodiment, as will be described later, when the execution of the hold notice effect, which is a kind of look-ahead notice effect, is determined when the start prize is generated, the hold display is displayed in the normal mode (in this example, the white circle display). A hold notice effect that is finally changed to a special display mode (in this example, a blue or red round display) different from the above is executed. In this embodiment, when the hold notice effect is executed, the hold display does not directly change from the normal mode to the special display mode, but the hold display is a special display mode (in this example, a triangle display or a rectangular display). There is a case where the action effect is executed at the timing of the subsequent hold shift and the hold display of the advance notice is changed to one of the special display modes. Hereinafter, the hold display displayed in the normal mode is also referred to as "normal hold" (or normal hold display), and the hold display displayed in the special display mode is also referred to as "special hold". Further, the hold display displayed by the blue display color in the special display mode is also referred to as "blue hold", and the hold display displayed by the red display color is also referred to as "red hold". The normal hold (or normal hold display) is a hold display displayed in a normal mode, and is a mode displayed at the highest rate when the hold display is displayed.

The production mode of the look-ahead notice effect is not limited to that shown in this embodiment, and in addition to the hold notice effect, for example, as a look-ahead notice effect, a special display result such as a chance pattern symbol is continuously generated over a plurality of fluctuations. Various modes such as executing an effect of stopping and displaying, performing an effect of counting down over a plurality of fluctuations, executing an effect of changing the effect mode in a manner of changing the background screen, and the like. Can be considered.

Further, in this embodiment, the case where the hold notice effect is executed so that only the display mode of the hold display can be changed is shown. For example, the variable display currently being executed depends on the display mode that inherits the display mode of the hold display. In a gaming machine that is configured to be able to display the active display corresponding to, even if the hold display is exhausted and the variable display of the notice target is being executed, the display mode of the active display can also be changed. It may be configured.

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. 13 and 14. To do.

18 and 19 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 a value (1 in this example) according to step S301. 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 variation time of the variation pattern selected in the variation pattern setting process elapses (the variation time timer set in step S301 times out, that is, the value of the variation 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 so that the fourth symbol is stopped when the symbol confirmation designation command transmitted by the game control microcomputer 560 is received.

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. 30), 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 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. 20 is a flowchart showing the start port switch passing process in steps S312 and S314. Of these, FIG. 20A is a flowchart showing the process of passing the first start port switch in step S312. Further, FIG. 20B 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. 20 (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. 21) (step S1214A). .. In the process of step S1214A, 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. 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. 21 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. 21, a storage area corresponding to the upper limit of the number of first reserved storages (4 in this example) is secured in the first reserved storage buffer. 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.

Next, the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the time saving flag indicating that the game state is the time saving state is set (step S1215A). If it is set, the process proceeds to step S1220A as it is. If the time saving flag is not set, the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the value of the special symbol process flag is 5 or more (step S1216A). If the value of the special symbol process flag is 5 or more (that is, if it is in the big hit game state or the small hit game state), the CPU 56 proceeds to step S1220A as it is.

If the value of the special symbol process flag is less than 5, a prize-winning effect process is executed in which the fluctuation display result and the fluctuation pattern type when the fluctuation based on the detected start prize is subsequently executed are determined in advance at the start prize (step). S1217A). Then, the CPU 56 controls to transmit the symbol designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 based on the determination result of the effect processing at the time of winning (step S1218A), and transmits the variable category command to the effect control microcomputer 100. Control is performed (step S1219A). Further, the CPU 56 controls to transmit the first hold storage number addition designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S1220A).

By executing the processes of steps S1218A and S1219A, in this embodiment, the CPU 56 always designates a symbol each time the start prize is entered into the first start winning opening 13 and the effect processing at the time of winning in step S1217A is executed. Both the command and the variable category command are transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100.

Further, in this embodiment, when the processes of steps S1218A to S1220A are executed, a start winning is generated in the first starting winning opening 13, and the winning effect processing of step S1217A is executed, the symbol is designated. A set of three commands, a command, a variable category command, and a first hold storage number addition designation command, is collectively transmitted within one timer interrupt.

However, if the winning effect processing of step S1217A is not executed because it is determined to be Y in step S1215A or step S1216A, the CPU 56 controls to transmit only the first hold storage number addition designation command in step S1220A. Is performed, and the control to send the winning judgment result specification command (design specification command, variable category command) is not performed. It should be noted that when the winning effect processing in step S1217A is not executed, the winning determination result is specified by setting a value (for example, "FF (H)") indicating that the winning determination result cannot be specified as EXT data. You may send a command (design specification command, variable category command).

Further, in this embodiment, when the process of step S1215A is executed and there is a start prize in the first start winning opening 13, the prize in step S1217A is won only when the gaming state is the normal state. Time production processing is executed. Further, in this embodiment, when the process of step S1216A is executed and there is a start prize in the first start winning opening 13, step S1217A is performed only when the game is not in the big hit game state or the small hit game state. The production process at the time of winning is executed. It should be noted that the transition to step S1217A may be performed only in the case of the big hit game state, and the transition to step S1217A may be performed in the case of the small hit game state to execute the winning effect processing.

Further, in this embodiment, the jackpot gaming state (specific gaming state) is controlled so that the jackpot is opened for a predetermined number of rounds (for example, 15 rounds) after being notified that the jackpot is to be started. We are in a state until it is notified that the opening of the big winning opening in the final round is finished and the big hit is finished. Specifically, it is a state in which the processes from the large winning opening pre-opening process (see step S305) to the big hit end process (see step S307) in the special symbol process process are being executed.

Next, the process of passing the second start port switch will be described with reference to FIG. 20 (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 ends 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. 21) (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.

Next, the CPU 56 executes the winning effect processing (step S1217B). Then, the CPU 56 controls to transmit the symbol designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 based on the determination result of the effect processing at the time of winning (step S1218B), and transmits the variable category command to the effect control microcomputer 100. Control is performed (step S1219B). Further, the CPU 56 controls to transmit the second hold storage number addition designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S1220B).

By executing the processes of steps S1218B and S1219B, in this embodiment, the CPU 56 always designates a symbol every time the start prize is entered into the second start winning opening 14 and the effect processing at the time of winning in step S1217B is executed. Both the command and the variable category command are transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100.

Further, in this embodiment, when the processes of steps S1218B to S1220B are executed, the start winning to the second starting winning opening 14 is generated and the winning effect processing of step S1217B is executed, the symbol is designated. A set of three commands, a command, a variable category command, and a second hold storage number addition designation command, is collectively transmitted within one timer interrupt.

In the second start port switch passing process, the same process as in step S1215A is performed, and if the time is shortened (including the case where the time is controlled together with the probability change state), the winning effect process in step S1217B is executed. You may not do it. That is, the winning effect processing in step S1217B may be executed only in the normal state, and the symbol designation command and the variable category command may be transmitted. In this embodiment, as will be described later, since the look-ahead advance notice effect is executed only for the second reserved memory when the time is shortened, conversely, when the time is shortened, when the prize is won in step S1217B. The effect processing is executed and the symbol specification command and the variable category command are transmitted. In the normal state, the effect processing at the time of winning in step S1217B is not executed and the symbol specification command and the variable category command are not transmitted. May be good.

Further, also in the second start port switch passing process, the same process as in step S1216A may be performed, and the winning effect process in step S1217B may not be executed if the jackpot game is in progress. Further, in the second start port switch passing process, the winning effect processing in step S1217B may not be executed (that is, the winning determination process may not be executed for the second special symbol). .. With such a configuration, when the look-ahead notice effect is executed for a certain period of time, it is possible to reliably prevent the look-ahead notice effect from being interrupted in the middle due to a short fluctuation time.

FIG. 22 is a flowchart showing the winning effect processing in steps S1217A and S1217B. In the winning effect processing, the CPU 56 first compares the big hit determination random numbers (random numbers R) extracted in steps S1214A and S1214B with the normal big hit determination values shown in the left column of FIG. It is confirmed whether or not they match (step S220). In this embodiment, at the timing when the variation of the special symbol and the effect symbol is started, whether or not to make a big hit or a small hit in the special symbol normal processing described later, the big hit type is determined, and the variation pattern is determined in the variation pattern setting process. However, apart from that, at the timing when the game ball starts and wins in the first start winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14, before the variable display based on the starting winning is started. By executing the effect processing at the time of winning, it is confirmed in advance whether or not a big hit or a small hit, the type of the big hit, and the value of the random number for determining the fluctuation pattern type are in the range of the judgment value. By doing so, the variation display result and the variation pattern type are predicted in advance before the variation display of the effect symbol is executed, and as will be described later, the effect control microcomputer is based on the judgment result at the time of winning. A hold notice effect for notifying that a big hit or a super reach will occur during the variable display of the effect symbol by 100 is executed.

If the big hit determination random number (random R) does not match the normal jackpot determination value (N in step S220), the CPU 56 is set with a probability change flag indicating that the game state is a high probability state (probability change state). It is confirmed whether or not it is (step S221). If the probability change flag is set, the CPU 56 compares the big hit determination random number (random R) extracted in steps S1214A and S1214B with the big hit determination value at the time of probability change shown in the right column of FIG. Check if they match (step S222). It should be noted that there is a possibility that a plurality of variable displays will be executed between the time when the start winning is confirmed in step S221 and whether or not the variable display is actually started until the variable display based on the start winning is actually started. There is. Therefore, the gaming state changes between the time when the start winning is confirmed in step S221 or not and the time when the variation display based on the start winning is actually started (for example, the variation start). If a probabilistic jackpot or a sudden probabilistic jackpot occurs before, it may change from the normal state to the probabilistic state.) Therefore, the gaming state determined in step S221 at the start winning and the gaming state determined at the start of fluctuation (see step S61 described later) do not always match. In addition, in order to prevent such a discrepancy, the one with a change in the game state in the currently stored hold memory is specified, and the judgment at the time of starting winning is made based on the changed game state. May be good.

If the jackpot determination random number (random R) does not match the jackpot determination value at the time of probability change (N in step S222), the CPU 56 performs the jackpot determination random number (random R) extracted in steps S1214A and S1214B and FIG. 8 (B). ) And (C) are compared with the small hit determination values, and it is confirmed whether or not they match (step S223). In this case, the CPU 56 determines the small hit determination table (first) shown in FIG. 8 (B) when there is a start prize in the first start prize opening 13 (when the effect processing at the time of winning in step S1217A is executed). It is determined whether or not it matches the small hit determination value set in (for special symbols). Further, when there is a start winning to the second starting winning opening 14 (when the effect processing at the time of winning in step S1217B is executed), the small hit determination table (for the second special symbol) shown in FIG. 8 (C). It is determined whether or not it matches the small hit determination value set in.

If the big hit determination random number (random R) does not match the small hit determination value (N in step S223), the CPU 56 sets the EXT data "00 (H)" indicating that it is "missing" in the symbol designation command. (Step S224).

Next, the CPU 56 performs a process of determining the current gaming state (step S225). In this embodiment, in step S225, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the gaming state is in the probabilistic state and whether or not it is in the time saving state (specifically, whether or not the probabilistic change flag and the time saving flag are set). To judge. It should be noted that, from the time when the start winning is confirmed in step S225 whether or not it is in the probabilistic state and whether or not it is in the time saving state, and the time when the variation display based on the start winning is actually started, a plurality of Variable display may be performed. Therefore, the game state changes between the time when the start winning is confirmed in step S225 whether or not it is in the probabilistic state and whether or not it is in the time saving state, and the time when the variation display based on the start winning is actually started. (For example, if a probabilistic jackpot or a sudden probabilistic jackpot occurs before the start of fluctuation, the normal state is changed to the probabilistic state). Therefore, the gaming state determined in step S225 at the start winning and the gaming state determined at the start of fluctuation (see step S61 described later) do not always match. In addition, in order to prevent such a discrepancy, the one with a change in the game state in the currently stored hold memory is specified, and the judgment at the time of starting winning is made based on the changed game state. May be good.

Then, the CPU 56 sets each threshold value for disengagement according to the determination result in step S225 (step S226). In this embodiment, a threshold value determination program for determining the threshold value is incorporated in advance, and by determining whether or not the threshold value is larger than the threshold value, the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type falls within the range of any determination value. Is determined, and the value of the EXT data to be set in the variable category command shown in FIGS. 16 and 17 is determined.

For example, the CPU 56 sets a threshold value 219 when it is determined that the gaming state is a probability change state or a time saving state. In this case, in step S232 described later, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is the threshold value 219 or less, and when the threshold value is 219 or less (that is, when it is 1 to 219). Determines to set "07 (H)" as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 16). If the threshold value is not 219 or less (that is, 220 to 251), it is determined that "08 (H)" is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 16).

Further, for example, when the CPU 56 determines that the gaming state is the normal state, the CPU 56 sets the threshold values 89, 99, 169, 199, 214 and 229 regardless of the total number of reserved storages. In this case, in step S232 described later, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is the threshold value 89 or less, and when the threshold value is 89 or less (that is, when it is 1 to 89). Determines to set "00 (H)" as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 16). Further, when the threshold value is 99 or less (that is, when it is 90 to 99), it is determined that "01 (H)" is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 16). Further, when the threshold value is 169 or less (that is, when it is 100 to 169), it is determined that "02 (H)" is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 16). Further, when the threshold value is 199 or less (that is, when it is 170 to 199), it is determined that "03 (H)" is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 16). Further, when the threshold value is 214 or less (that is, when it is 200 to 214), it is determined that "04 (H)" is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 16). Further, when the threshold value is 229 or less (that is, when it is 215 to 229), it is determined that "05 (H)" is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 16). Further, when the threshold value is not 229 or less (that is, when it is 230 to 251), it is determined that "06 (H)" is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 16).

In the threshold value determination example shown above, 89, 99, 169, 199, 214 and 229 are determined in order from the smallest threshold value, so that the one determined by the later threshold value is the previous one. It will never fall below the threshold of the order. That is, when determining whether or not the threshold value is 99 or less after determining whether or not the threshold value is 89 or less, the value is not within the range of 1 to 89 below the threshold value in the previous order, and is 90 to 99. It will be determined whether or not it is within the range of. Further, in this embodiment, the case where the threshold values are determined to be 89, 99, 169, 199, 214 and 229 in ascending order is shown, but conversely, 229, 214, 199, in order from the larger one. It may be determined as 169, 99 and 89. This also applies to the case where the determination using the other threshold values shown below is performed.

It should be noted that the threshold value in the normal state may always be set without determining the gaming state in step S225. Even with such a configuration, the range of judgment values is common for at least the fluctuation pattern type that is "non-reach out" and the fluctuation pattern type that is "super reach out", so that "non-reach" is used. It is possible to determine whether or not the result is "off" or "out of super reach".

When the big hit determination random number (random R) matches the small hit determination value (Y in step S223), the CPU 56 uses the EXT data "04 (H)" indicating that it is a "small hit" as a symbol designation command. Performs the process of setting to (step S227).

Next, the CPU 56 sets a threshold value for small hits (step S228). In this embodiment, the CPU 56 shall set the threshold value 251 and, in step S232 described later, determines that the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is equal to or less than the threshold value 251 (1 to 251). , It is determined that "18 (H)" is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 17). In the case of a small hit, it may be determined that the EXT data "18 (H)" is set as it is without performing the threshold value determination.

When the jackpot determination random number (random R) matches the jackpot determination value in step S220 or step S222, the CPU 56 determines the jackpot type based on the jackpot type determination random number (random 1) extracted in steps S1214A and S1214B. Is determined (step S229). In this case, the CPU 56 determines the jackpot type as shown in FIG. 8 (D) when there is a start winning prize in the first starting winning opening 13 (when executing the winning effect processing in step S1217A). (For special symbol) 131a is used to determine whether the jackpot type is "normal jackpot", "probability variation jackpot", or "sudden probability variation jackpot". Further, when there is a start winning to the second starting winning opening 14 (when the effect processing at the time of winning in step S1217B is executed), the jackpot type determination table (for the second special symbol) shown in FIG. 8 (E). Using 131b, it is determined whether the jackpot type is "normal jackpot", "probability variation jackpot", or "sudden probability variation jackpot".

Next, the CPU 56 performs a process of setting EXT data according to the determination result of the jackpot type in the symbol designation command (step S230). In this case, when it is determined that the "normal big hit" is obtained, the CPU 56 performs a process of setting the EXT data "01 (H)" indicating that the "normal big hit" is obtained in the symbol designation command. Further, when it is determined that the "probability variation jackpot" is obtained, the CPU 56 performs a process of setting the EXT data "02 (H)" indicating that the "probability variation jackpot" is obtained in the symbol designation command. Further, when it is determined that the "sudden probability change big hit" is obtained, the CPU 56 performs a process of setting the EXT data "03 (H)" indicating that the "sudden probability change big hit" is to be set in the symbol designation command.

Then, the CPU 56 sets each threshold value for the jackpot according to the jackpot type determined in step S229 (step S231).

For example, the CPU 56 sets the thresholds 74 and 149 when it determines that it is a "normal jackpot". In this case, in step S232 described later, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is the threshold value 74 or less, and when the threshold value is 74 or less (that is, when it is 1 to 74). Determines to set "10 (H)" as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 17). Further, when the threshold value is 149 or less (that is, when it is 75 to 149), it is determined that "11 (H)" is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 17). Further, when the threshold value is not 149 or less (that is, when it is 150 to 251), it is determined that "12 (H)" is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 17).

Further, for example, when the CPU 56 determines that the "probability variation jackpot" is determined, the CPU 56 sets the threshold values 38 and 79. In this case, in step S232 described later, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is the threshold value 38 or less, and when the threshold value is 38 or less (that is, when it is 1 to 38). Determines to set "13 (H)" as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 17). Further, when the threshold value is 79 or less (that is, when it is 39 to 79), it is determined that "14 (H)" is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 17). Further, when the threshold value is not 79 or less (that is, when it is 80 to 251), it is determined that "15 (H)" is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 17).

Further, for example, when the CPU 56 determines that the "sudden probability change jackpot" is determined, the CPU 56 sets the threshold value 100. In this case, the CPU 56 determines in step S232, which will be described later, whether or not the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is the threshold value 100 or less, and when the threshold value is 100 or less (that is, when it is 1 to 100). Determines to set "16 (H)" as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 17). Further, when the threshold value is not 100 or less (that is, when it is 101 to 251), it is determined that "17 (H)" is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 17).

Next, the CPU 56 uses the threshold value set in steps S226, S228, and S231 and the variation pattern type determination random number (random number 2) extracted in steps S1214A and S1214B to determine the value of the variation pattern type determination random number. It is determined whether or not it is within the range of the determination value (step S232).

In steps S226, S228, and S231, instead of setting a predetermined threshold value, a variation pattern type determination table (see FIGS. 9 and 10) is set, and the variation pattern type set in step S232 is set. The determination table may be used to determine the range of values of the random number for determining the variation pattern type and which variation pattern type is used.

Then, the CPU 56 performs a process of setting the EXT data according to the determination result in the variable category command (step S233). Specifically, the CPU 56 determines in step S232 which variation pattern type it will be, and as shown in FIGS. 16 and 17, "00 (H)" to "08 (H)", "10". A process of setting any value of "(H)" to "18 (H)" in the EXT data of the variable category command is performed.

In this embodiment, even if it is determined that a big hit or a small hit is obtained in the winning determination, the case where the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is uniformly determined is shown. If it is determined that the hit is a big hit or a small hit, the range of the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type may not be determined. Then, a symbol designation command indicating that the winning is determined to be a big hit or a small hit may be transmitted, and a variable category command comprehensively indicating that the variable pattern type is a big hit or a small hit may be transmitted. .. Then, for example, the effect control microcomputer 100 is not shown to be a specific variation pattern type, but is comprehensively shown to be one of the jackpot variation pattern types. Based on the receipt of the category command, the hold notice effect described later may be executed.

23 and 24 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 customer waiting demo designation command sent flag 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. Not limited to the embodiment shown in this embodiment, for example, the variable display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol is executed in the order of winning the first starting winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14. It may be configured.

When the variation display of the second special symbol is preferentially executed as shown in this embodiment, in the winning effect processing shown in FIG. 22, a random number for determining a big hit (random R) is used. Only the process of comparing the value with the jackpot determination value in the low probability state may be executed, and the value may not be compared with the jackpot determination value in the probability variation state (specifically, only the process of step S220 is executed). , Steps S221 and S222 may not be performed). With such a configuration, when the variation display of the second special symbol is preferentially executed, between the jackpot determination result in the winning determination and the jackpot determination result at the actual start of variation. It is possible to prevent the deviation from occurring.

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 sets each storage area in the first hold storage buffer. Shift the content. 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 each storage area in the second hold storage buffer are shifted.

That is, when the special symbol pointer indicates "first", the CPU 56 sets the storage area corresponding to the first reserved storage number = n (n = 2, 3, 4) in the first reserved 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. 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.

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 specification 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. 8) 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 jackpot determination table (the table in which the numerical value on the right side of FIG. 8A 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. 8A 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. 8A, 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. 8B and 8C). 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. 8 (B) and 8 (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. 8 (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. 8C 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 be 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. 8 (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. 8 (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 to determine the jackpot type. Further, in this case, as shown in FIGS. 8 (D) and 8 (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. 25 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 uses the jackpot variation pattern type determination tables 132A to 132C (FIG. 9 (A)) as a table used to determine the variation pattern type to be one of a plurality of types. ) To (see (C)) (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 uses the small hit variation pattern type determination table 132D (FIG. 9 (D)) as a table used to determine the variation pattern type to be one of a plurality of types. ) Is selected (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 pending storage number is 3 or more (step S96). If the total number of pending storage is less than 3 (N in step S96), the CPU 56 uses the deviation pattern type determination table 135A (N of step S96) as a table used to determine the variation pattern type to be one of a plurality of types. (See FIG. 10 (A)) is selected (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 is a table used to determine the variation pattern type to be one of a plurality of types, which is a variation pattern type determination table for loss. Select 135B (see FIG. 10B) (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, the deviation pattern type determination table 135C (see FIG. 10C) is selected (step S99). Then, the process proceeds to step S100.

In this embodiment, when the processes of steps S95 to S99 are executed and the game state is the normal state and the total number of pending storages is 3 or more, the deviation variation shown in FIG. 10B is shown. The pattern type determination table 135B is selected. Further, when the gaming state is the probability change state or the time saving state, the deviation pattern type determination table 135C shown in FIG. 10C is selected. In this case, non-reach CA2-2 may be determined as the variation pattern type in the process of step S100 described later, and when the variation pattern type of non-reach CA2-2 is determined, the variation is performed in the process of step S102. Non-reach PA1-2 of shortened variation is determined as a pattern (see FIG. 12). 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. In this embodiment, a variation pattern type determination table for shortening variation used in a probability variation state or a time saving state (see FIG. 10C) and a variation pattern type determination table for shortening variation based on the number of reserved storages (FIG. 10 (C)). Although the case where the table is different from 10 (B)) is shown, a common table may be used as the variation pattern type determination table for shortening variation.

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 the hit variation pattern determination table 137A and 137B (see FIG. 11) as a table used to determine the variation pattern to one of a plurality of types based on the determination result of the variation pattern type in step S100. ), One of the out-of-order fluctuation pattern determination tables 138A (see FIG. 12) 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. 26 is a flowchart showing the 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. 13) 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, when the jackpot type is "probability variation jackpot", the CPU 56 controls to transmit the display result 3 designation command (steps S113 and S114). It should be noted that 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 in step S74 of the special symbol normal processing is "02". .. 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. 27 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 has been transmitted when the hold storage number subtraction designation command is transmitted in step S1122 described later. The storage number subtraction designation command transmission flag may be set, and in step S1121, it may be confirmed whether or not the hold storage number subtraction designation command transmission has been set. Further, in this case, the set hold memory number subtraction specification command sent 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. 28 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, if set, has a probability variation flag indicating that it is in a probability variation state, a time reduction flag indicating that it is in a time reduction state, and the number of times the special symbol can be changed in the time reduction state. The time reduction counter indicating the above is reset (step S132), and control is performed to send a jackpot start designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S133). Specifically, when the type of jackpot is "normal jackpot" or "probability variation jackpot", the jackpot start designation command (command A001 (H)) is transmitted. If the type of big hit is a sudden probability change big hit, a small hit / sudden probability change big hit start designation command (command A002 (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 A002 (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). Further, the number of times of opening (for example, 2 times) 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. 29 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" or a "probability change jackpot", a jackpot end specification command (command A301 (H)) is transmitted, and if it is a "sudden probability variation jackpot", a small hit / sudden probability variation jackpot The end specification command (command A302 (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. 30 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.

Next, the operation of the effect control means will be described. FIG. 31 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 sets 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. 32 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.

33 to 35 are flowcharts 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 reason for adding 2 is that 2 bytes (1 command) are read 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 one of the symbol specification commands (step S621), the effect control CPU 101 first transmits the received symbol specification command to the start winning command storage area formed in the RAM. It is stored in the storage area of (step S622).

If the received effect control command is one of the variable category commands (step S623), the effect control CPU 101 transmits the received variable category command to each storage area of the start winning command storage area formed in the RAM. Of these, the latest symbol designation command is stored in the storage area (step S624).

If the received effect control command is the first hold storage number addition designation command (step S625), the effect control CPU 101 sends the received first hold storage number addition designation command to the start winning command formed in the RAM. It is stored in the storage area in which the latest symbol designation command and the variable category command are stored in each storage area of the storage area (step S626). However, when the game state is in the probability change state, the time saving state, the big hit game state, or the small hit game state, the symbol designation command and the variable category command are not transmitted, and only the first hold storage number addition designation command is transmitted. (Refer to steps S1215A to S1219A), in that case, the effect control CPU 101 sends the received first hold storage number addition designation command to the empty start winning command storage area formed in the RAM. Store in the first storage area.

Further, the effect control CPU 101 increases the hold display by one in the first hold storage display unit 9a according to the normal mode (white circle display in this example), and the first hold in the first hold storage display unit 9a. The storage number display is updated (step S627). Further, the effect control CPU 101 adds 1 to the value of the first reserved storage number stored in the first reserved storage number storage area formed in the RAM (step S628).

If the received effect control command is the second hold storage number addition designation command (step S629), the effect control CPU 101 sends the received second hold storage number addition designation command to the start winning command formed in the RAM. It is stored in the storage area in which the latest symbol designation command and the variable category command are stored in each storage area of the storage area (step S630).

Further, the effect control CPU 101 increases the hold display by one in the second hold storage display unit 9b according to the normal mode (white circle display in this example), and the second hold in the second hold storage display unit 9b. The storage number display is updated (step S631). Further, the effect control CPU 101 adds 1 to the value of the second reserved storage number stored in the second reserved storage number storage area formed in the RAM (step S632).

If the received effect control command is the first hold storage number subtraction designation command (step S633), the effect control CPU 101 erases one hold display in the first hold storage display unit 9a and sets the remaining hold display to 1. The first reserved storage number display in the first reserved storage display unit 9a is updated by shifting one by one (step S634). Further, the effect control CPU 101 subtracts 1 from the value of the first reserved storage number stored in the first reserved storage number storage area formed in the RAM (step S635).

If the received effect control command is the second hold storage number subtraction designation command (step S636), the effect control CPU 101 erases one hold display in the second hold storage display unit 9b, and sets the remaining hold display to 1. The second hold storage number display in the second hold storage display unit 9b is updated by shifting one by one (step S637). Further, the effect control CPU 101 subtracts 1 from the value of the second reserved storage number stored in the second reserved storage number storage area formed in the RAM (step S638).

If the received effect control command is a normal state background specification command (step S639), the effect control CPU 101 displays the background screen displayed on the effect display device 9 as a background screen according to the normal state (for example, a blue display color). Change to (background screen) (step S640). Further, if the effect control CPU 101 is set, the time saving state flag indicating that the game state is the time saving state is reset (step S641).

If the received effect control command is a time saving state background specification command (step S642), the effect control CPU 101 displays the background screen displayed on the effect display device 9 as a background screen according to the time saving state (for example, a green display color). Change to (background screen) (step S643). Further, the effect control CPU 101 sets the time saving state flag (step S644). If the effect control CPU 101 is set, the effect control CPU 101 resets the probability change state flag indicating that the game state is the probability change state (step S645).

If the received effect control command is a probability change state background specification command (step S646), the effect control CPU 101 displays the background screen displayed on the effect display device 9 as a background screen according to the probability change state (for example, a red display color). Change to (background screen) (step S647). Further, the effect control CPU 101 sets the probability change state flag (step S648).

If the received effect control command is the first symbol variation designation command (step S649), the effect control CPU 101 sets the first symbol variation designation command reception flag (step S650). If the received effect control command is the second symbol variation designation command (step S651), the effect control CPU 101 sets the second symbol variation designation command reception flag (step S652).

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 S653). For example, if the received effect control command is a jackpot start designation command, the jackpot start designation command reception flag is set, and if the received effect control command is a jackpot end designation command, the jackpot end designation command reception flag is set. Then, the process proceeds to step S611.

FIG. 36 is a flowchart showing the effect control process process (step S705) in the main process shown in FIG. 31. In the effect control process process, the effect control CPU 101 first executes the hold notice effect setting process for setting the presence / absence of the hold notice effect and the change pattern (step S800A). Then, the effect control CPU 101 executes a lamp control process for controlling the special lamp (step S800B).

Next, the effect control CPU 101 performs any of steps S800 to S807 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.

Fluctuation 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 the 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 variation 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. 37 is a flowchart showing the hold notice effect setting process (step S800A). In the hold notice effect setting process, the effect control CPU 101 first receives a set of start winning commands (that is, a symbol designation command, a variable category command, and a hold storage number addition designation command (first hold storage number addition designation command). Alternatively, it is confirmed whether or not a new set of the second hold storage number addition designation command) has been received (step S6001). Specifically, one set of symbol designation command, variable category command, and hold storage number addition designation command (first hold storage number addition designation command or second hold storage number addition designation command) are displayed in the start winning command storage area. It can be confirmed by determining whether or not it is newly stored. If a new command for starting a set of winning prizes has not been received, the process ends as it is.

If a new command for starting a set of winning prizes is received, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the probability change state flag or the time reduction state flag is set (step S6002). If the probability change state flag or the time reduction state flag is set (that is, if it is the probability change state or the time reduction state), the process ends as it is.

If neither the probability change state flag nor the time reduction state flag is set (that is, in the normal state), the effect control CPU 101 newly receives the hold storage number addition designation command (new to the start winning command storage area). It is confirmed whether or not the hold storage number addition designation command) stored in is the first hold storage number addition designation command (step S6003). Unless the first hold storage number addition designation command is newly received (that is, when the second hold storage number addition designation command is newly received), the process is terminated as it is.

By executing the processes of steps S6002 and S6003, in this embodiment, only when a new start winning to the first starting winning opening 13 occurs while the gaming state is controlled to the normal state. The processing after step S6004 is executed, and the hold notice effect can be executed.

Not limited to the embodiment shown in this embodiment, for example, when a start winning prize is generated in the second starting winning opening 14 while being controlled to a probability change state or a time saving state, the hold notice effect can be executed. It may be configured as.

Further, for example, when the first special symbol and the second special symbol are configured to be variablely displayed in the order of winning the first start winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14, the gaming state is the normal state. It is possible to execute the hold notice effect regardless of whether it is in the probabilistic state or the time saving state, and regardless of whether the starting prize is for the first starting winning opening 13 or the second starting winning opening 14. It may be configured as. Further, in this embodiment, a plurality of hold notice effects can be executed at the same time, but the simultaneous execution may be restricted. For example, it may be possible to determine whether or not to execute a new hold notice effect after the variable display that is the target of the hold notice effect ends, or even before the change display that is the target of the hold notice effect ends. It is possible to determine whether or not to execute the hold notice effect, but it is limited by lowering the execution rate or by setting the display mode to a change pattern that does not change until the variable display that is the target of the hold notice effect ends. May be good.

Next, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the first reserved storage number is 2 or more (step S6004). Whether or not the first reserved storage number is 2 or more can be determined, for example, by checking the first reserved storage number stored in the first reserved storage number storage area (see steps S628 and S635). .. If the number of first reserved storage is not 2 or more (that is, if the number of first reserved storage is 1), the process ends as it is.

In this embodiment, when the hold notice effect is executed, the hold display is started to be displayed in the normal manner at the time of starting prize, and then the hold display is changed to special hold, blue hold, or red hold at the timing of the hold shift. However, the fact that the number of first hold storages is only one at the timing of the start winning means that when the hold shift of the first hold storage is performed thereafter, the hold is immediately exhausted and the variable display is performed. Therefore, there is no room to execute the hold notice effect. Therefore, in this embodiment, it is determined that the hold notice effect cannot be executed unless the first hold storage number is 2 or more in step S6004, and the process is terminated as it is.

Not limited to the embodiment shown in this embodiment, for example, in the case where the blue hold or the red hold is immediately displayed at the timing of the start winning and the execution of the hold notice effect can be started, the first hold storage is stored. Even if the number is 1, the process may shift to the processing after step S6005 so that the hold notice effect can be executed.

Further, for example, in the case of a gaming machine configured to be able to display an active display corresponding to a variable display currently being executed by a display mode that inherits the display mode of the hold display, the active display is displayed after the hold notice effect is executed. Since it is possible to change the display mode, even if the number of first reserved storages is 1, the process may be shifted to the processing of step S6005 or later so that the holding notice effect can be executed.

If the first hold storage number is 2 or more, the effect control CPU 101 determines the final display mode of the latest hold display based on the latest variable category command received and the first hold storage number (step S6005). .. In step S6005, the effect control CPU 101 selects the final display mode determination table for determining the final display mode of the latest hold display based on the latest variable category command and the first hold storage number. Then, the effect control CPU 101 performs a lottery process based on random numbers using the selected final display mode determination table, and determines the final display mode of the latest hold display.

38 and 39 are explanatory views showing a specific example of the final display mode determination table. As shown in FIGS. 38 and 39, in this embodiment, in the final display mode determination table, as the final display mode of the hold display, normal hold (without special hold), normal hold (with special hold), and blue color. Judgment values are assigned to each of the hold and the red hold. Of these, "normal hold (via special hold)" means that after changing to special hold at the timing of the hold shift after the start winning, it will finally be changed to normal hold at the timing of the subsequent hold shift. It is a return, and the final display mode itself is usually on hold, but the hold notice effect is executed. On the other hand, "normal hold (without passing through special hold)" does not change to special hold at all, and does not change as normal hold until the hold is digested and the hold display is erased. It corresponds to the one that does not execute the production itself.

When the first hold storage number is 2, there is only one opportunity to change the hold display at the timing of the hold shift after the start winning, so there is room to change the hold display to special hold once. Absent. Therefore, in the final display mode determination table for the first hold storage number "2" shown in FIGS. 38 (A) to 38 (C), only for normal hold (without passing through special hold), blue hold, and red hold. , Judgment values are assigned to each, and there is no allocation of judgment values for normal hold (via special hold).

When the hold display can be changed a plurality of times or the active display can be displayed during one variable display, even if the first hold storage number is 2. The special hold may be configured to be visible.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 38 and 39, in this embodiment, when the variable category indicated by the variable category command is out of reach, out of super reach, or a super reach jackpot, the hold notice effect can be executed. When the variable category indicated by the variable category command is configured and the variable category is other than the variable category, the effect control CPU 101 sets the final display mode of the hold display to "normal hold (without special hold)" as it is. Decide and decide not to execute the hold notice effect.

When the first reserved storage number stored in the first reserved storage number storage area (see steps S628 and S635) of the effect control CPU 101 is "2", the variable category indicated by the variable category command is not. If it indicates a reach loss (variation category 1 shown in FIG. 16), select the final display mode determination table for two pending and non-reach loss shown in FIG. 38 (A), and the variation indicated by the variation category command. If the category indicates a super reach loss (variable category 7 shown in FIG. 16), select the two hold and the final display mode determination table for the super reach loss shown in FIG. 38 (B), and use the variable category command. If the variable category shown indicates a super reach jackpot (variable categories 23 and 26 shown in FIG. 17), the final display mode determination table for the two pending and super reach jackpot shown in FIG. 38 (C) is selected. .. Further, when the first reserved storage number stored in the first reserved storage number storage area (see steps S628 and S635) is "3" or "4", the effect control CPU 101 uses a variable category command. If the variable category shown indicates non-reach loss (variation category 1 shown in FIG. 16), the final display mode determination table for 3 to 4 pending and non-reach loss shown in FIG. 39 (D) is selected. If the variable category indicated by the variable category command indicates a super reach loss (variable category 7 shown in FIG. 16), the final display mode for holding 3 to 4 and super reach loss shown in FIG. 39 (E). If the decision table is selected and the variable category indicated by the variable category command indicates a super reach jackpot (variable categories 23 and 26 shown in FIG. 17), the number of pending 3 to 4 and super is shown in FIG. 39 (F). Select the final display mode determination table for the reach jackpot. Then, the effect control CPU 101 performs a lottery process based on random numbers using the selected final display mode determination table, and determines the final display mode of the latest hold display.

As shown in FIGS. 38 and 39, in this embodiment, in the case of a super reach loss or a super reach jackpot, a blue hold is finally made rather than a normal hold, as compared with a case of a non-reach loss. The rate of change to red hold is high. Therefore, in this embodiment, when the hold display finally changes to blue hold or red hold, the degree of expectation for super reach (reach reliability) is higher than the case where the hold display is finally changed to normal hold. It's getting higher.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 38 and 39, in this embodiment, in the case of a super reach jackpot, the final result is bluer than the normal hold as compared with the case of non-reach loss or super reach loss. The rate of change to hold or red hold is high. Further, as shown in FIGS. 38 and 39, in this embodiment, in the case of a super reach jackpot, the final red color is higher than that of the blue hold, as compared with the case of non-reach loss or super reach loss. The rate of change to hold is even higher. Therefore, in this embodiment, when the hold display of the notice target finally changes to red hold, the expectation for the big hit (big hit reliability) is the highest, and when it finally changes to blue hold, the next big hit. The expectation for the jackpot (big hit reliability) is high, and the expectation for the jackpot (big hit reliability) is the lowest when the game is finally put on hold.

In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 38 and 39, when the winning determination result is out of reach, out of super reach, and a big hit of super reach, the hold notice effect can be executed. Although shown, it is not limited to such an aspect. For example, when there is a variable category that can be specified to be a normal reach, the hold notice effect may be configured to be executable based on the judgment result at the time of winning being a normal reach loss or a normal reach jackpot. Further, in this embodiment, when the winning determination result is out of reach, it is configured so as not to change to red hold, that is, when it changes to red hold, it is configured to be super reach confirmed. However, even if it is out of reach, it may be possible to change to red hold.

When it is decided not to execute the hold notice effect (N in step S6006), that is, when it is decided to hold normally (without passing through special hold) as the final display mode, or when the variable category indicates a super reach loss or a super reach jackpot. If it is not the one, the process is terminated as it is. When it is decided to execute the hold notice effect (Y in step S6006), the effect control CPU 101 performs the hold display of the notice target based on the latest received variable category command, the first hold storage number, and the final display mode. (Step S6007). In step S6007, the effect control CPU 101 selects a change pattern determination table for determining the change pattern of the hold display to be announced based on the latest change category command, the first hold storage number, and the final display mode. Then, the effect control CPU 101 performs a lottery process based on random numbers using the selected change pattern determination table, and determines the change pattern of the hold display to be notified.

40 and 41 are explanatory views showing a specific example of the change pattern determination table. In FIGS. 40 and 41, the special Δ indicates the special hold of the triangular display, and the special □ indicates the special hold of the rectangular display.

When the first reserved storage number stored in the first reserved storage number storage area (see steps S628 and S635) of the effect control CPU 101 is "2", the final display mode determined in step S6005 is blue. If it is on hold, select the two hold and change pattern determination table for blue hold shown in FIG. 40 (A), and if the final display mode determined in step S6005 is red hold, it is shown in FIG. 40 (B). Select the change pattern determination table for 2 hold and red hold.

As shown in FIG. 40 (A), determination values are assigned to the change pattern determination table for two hold and blue hold so that the change pattern 21 is determined with a probability of 100%. Further, as shown in FIG. 40 (B), determination values are assigned to the change pattern determination table for two hold and red hold so that the change pattern 22 is determined with a probability of 100%. The change pattern 21 is a change pattern in which the hold display of the notice target is displayed in the normal hold at the time of the start winning, and then the hold display of the notice target is changed to the blue hold at the timing of the hold shift. Further, the change pattern 22 is a change pattern in which the hold display of the notice target is displayed as a normal hold at the time of starting winning, and then the hold display of the notice target is changed to red hold at the timing of the hold shift. That is, the fact that the first hold storage number is "2" means that the hold shift timing is only once, so the blue hold or red hold in the final display mode is held as it is at the hold shift timing without going through the special hold. Change to.

Further, when the first reserved storage number stored in the first reserved storage number storage area (see steps S628 and S635) is "3", the effect control CPU 101 has the final display mode determined in step S6005. If is normal hold (via special hold), the change pattern determination table for 3 holds and normal hold shown in FIG. 40 (C) is selected, and if the final display mode determined in step S6005 is blue hold. If the change pattern determination table for 3 hold and blue hold shown in FIG. 40 (D) is selected and the final display mode determined in step S6005 is red hold, 3 hold and 3 hold shown in FIG. 40 (E) and Select the change pattern determination table for red hold.

As shown in FIG. 40 (C), determination values are assigned to the change pattern 31 and the change pattern 32 in the change pattern determination table for three hold and normal hold, respectively. The change pattern 31 changes the hold display of the notice target to the special hold of the triangle display at the timing of the first hold shift after displaying the hold display of the notice target as the normal hold at the time of the start winning, and changes the hold display of the second hold shift. It is a change pattern that changes the hold display of the notice target to normal hold again at the timing. Further, in the change pattern 32, after the hold display of the notice target is displayed as the normal hold at the time of the start winning, the hold display of the notice target is changed to the special hold of the rectangular display at the timing of the first hold shift, and the second hold is held. This is a change pattern in which the hold display of the notice target is changed to the normal hold again at the shift timing.

Further, as shown in FIG. 40 (D), determination values are assigned to the change pattern 33 and the change pattern 34 in the change pattern determination table for three hold and blue hold, respectively. The change pattern 33 changes the hold display of the notice target to the special hold of the triangle display at the timing of the first hold shift after displaying the hold display of the notice target as the normal hold at the start winning, and changes the hold display of the second hold shift. It is a change pattern that changes the hold display of the notice target to blue hold at the timing. Further, in the change pattern 34, after the hold display of the notice target is displayed as the normal hold at the start winning, the hold display of the notice target is changed to the special hold of the rectangular display at the timing of the first hold shift, and the second hold is held. It is a change pattern that changes the hold display of the notice target to blue hold at the timing of the shift.

Further, as shown in FIG. 40 (E), determination values are assigned to the change pattern 35 and the change pattern 36 in the change pattern determination table for three hold and red hold, respectively. The change pattern 35 changes the hold display of the notice target to the special hold of the triangle display at the timing of the first hold shift after displaying the hold display of the notice target as the normal hold at the start winning, and changes the hold display of the second hold shift. It is a change pattern that changes the hold display of the notice target to red hold at the timing. Further, in the change pattern 36, after the hold display of the notice target is displayed as the normal hold at the start winning, the hold display of the notice target is changed to the special hold of the rectangular display at the timing of the first hold shift, and the second hold is held. It is a change pattern that changes the hold display of the notice target to red hold at the timing of the shift.

Further, when the first reserved storage number stored in the first reserved storage number storage area (see steps S628 and S635) is "4", the effect control CPU 101 has the final display mode determined in step S6005. If is normal hold (via special hold), the four hold and change pattern determination table for normal hold shown in FIG. 41 (F) are selected, and if the final display mode determined in step S6005 is blue hold. , The change pattern determination table for four hold and blue hold shown in FIG. 41 (G) is selected. Further, if the final display mode determined in step S6005 is held in red, the variable category indicated by the variable category command indicates non-reach out-of-reach or super-reach out-of-reach (variable category 1 or variable category 7 shown in FIG. 16). ), Select the change pattern determination table for 4 hold and non-reach off / super reach off and red hold shown in FIG. 41 (H), and the change category indicated by the change category command indicates a super reach jackpot. If it is (variation categories 23 and 26 shown in FIG. 17), the change pattern determination table for four hold, super reach jackpot and red hold shown in FIG. 41 (I) is selected.

As shown in FIG. 41 (F), determination values are assigned to the change pattern 401, the change pattern 402, the change pattern 403, and the change pattern 404 in the change pattern determination table for four hold and normal hold. ing. The change pattern 401 changes the hold display of the notice target to the special hold of the triangle display at the timing of the first hold shift after displaying the hold display of the notice target as the normal hold at the start winning, and changes the hold display of the second hold shift. This is a change pattern in which the hold display of the notice target is changed to the normal hold again at the timing, and the hold display of the notice target is displayed as the normal hold as it is at the timing of the third hold shift. Further, the change pattern 402 changes the hold display of the notice target to the special hold of the triangle display at the timing of the first hold shift after displaying the hold display of the notice target as the normal hold at the start winning, and the second hold. This is a change pattern in which the hold display of the notice target is displayed as it is in the special hold of the triangle display at the timing of the shift, and the hold display of the notice target is changed to the normal hold again at the timing of the third hold shift. Further, the change pattern 403 changes the hold display of the notice target to the special hold of the rectangular display at the timing of the first hold shift after displaying the hold display of the notice target as the normal hold at the time of the start winning, and holds the second hold. This is a change pattern in which the hold display of the notice target is changed to the normal hold again at the timing of the shift, and the hold display of the notice target is displayed as it is in the normal hold at the timing of the third hold shift. Further, the change pattern 404 changes the hold display of the notice target to the special hold of the rectangular display at the timing of the first hold shift after displaying the hold display of the notice target as the normal hold at the time of the start winning, and holds the second hold. This is a change pattern in which the hold display of the notice target is displayed as it is in the special hold of the rectangular display at the timing of the shift, and the hold display of the notice target is changed to the normal hold again at the timing of the third hold shift.

Further, as shown in FIG. 41 (G), the change pattern determination table for the four hold and the blue hold has determination values for the change pattern 405, the change pattern 406, the change pattern 407, and the change pattern 408, respectively. Allocated. The change pattern 405 changes the hold display of the notice target to the special hold of the triangle display at the timing of the first hold shift after displaying the hold display of the notice target as the normal hold at the start winning, and changes the hold display of the second hold shift. This is a change pattern in which the hold display of the notice target is changed to blue hold at the timing, and the hold display of the notice target is displayed as it is in blue hold at the timing of the third hold shift. In addition, the change pattern 406 changes the hold display of the notice target to the special hold of the triangle display at the timing of the first hold shift after displaying the hold display of the notice target as the normal hold at the start winning, and the second hold. This is a change pattern in which the hold display of the notice target is displayed as it is in the special hold of the triangle display at the timing of the shift, and the hold display of the notice target is changed to the blue hold at the timing of the third hold shift. Further, the change pattern 407 changes the hold display of the notice target to the special hold of the rectangular display at the timing of the first hold shift after displaying the hold display of the notice target as the normal hold at the start winning, and the second hold. This is a change pattern in which the hold display of the notice target is changed to blue hold at the timing of the shift, and the hold display of the notice target is displayed as it is in blue hold at the timing of the third hold shift. Further, the change pattern 408 changes the hold display of the notice target to the special hold of the rectangular display at the timing of the first hold shift after displaying the hold display of the notice target as the normal hold at the time of the start winning, and holds the second hold. This is a change pattern in which the hold display of the notice target is displayed as it is in the special hold of the rectangular display at the timing of the shift, and the hold display of the notice target is changed to the blue hold at the timing of the third hold shift.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 41 (H) and 41 (I), a change pattern determination table for 4 hold and non-reach off / super reach off and red hold, and 4 hold and super reach jackpot and red hold In the change pattern determination table, determination values are assigned to the change pattern 409, the change pattern 410, the change pattern 411, the change pattern 412, the change pattern 413, and the change pattern 414, respectively.

The change pattern 409 changes the hold display of the notice target to the special hold of the triangle display at the timing of the first hold shift after displaying the hold display of the notice target as the normal hold at the start winning, and changes the hold display of the second hold shift. This is a change pattern in which the hold display of the notice target is changed to red hold at the timing, and the hold display of the notice target is displayed as it is in red hold at the timing of the third hold shift. Further, the change pattern 410 changes the hold display of the notice target to the special hold of the triangle display at the timing of the first hold shift after displaying the hold display of the notice target as the normal hold at the start winning, and holds the second hold. This is a change pattern in which the hold display of the notice target is displayed as it is in the special hold of the triangle display at the timing of the shift, and the hold display of the notice target is changed to the red hold at the timing of the third hold shift. Further, the change pattern 411 changes the hold display of the notice target to the special hold of the triangle display at the timing of the first hold shift after displaying the hold display of the notice target as the normal hold at the start winning, and the second hold. This is a change pattern in which the hold display of the notice target is displayed again as normal hold at the timing of the shift, and the hold display of the notice target is changed to red hold at the timing of the third hold shift. Further, the change pattern 412 changes the hold display of the notice target to the special hold of the rectangular display at the timing of the first hold shift after displaying the hold display of the notice target as the normal hold at the start winning, and the second hold. This is a change pattern in which the hold display of the notice target is changed to red hold at the timing of the shift, and the hold display of the notice target is displayed as it is in red hold at the timing of the third hold shift. Further, the change pattern 413 changes the hold display of the notice target to the special hold of the rectangular display at the timing of the first hold shift after displaying the hold display of the notice target as the normal hold at the start winning, and the second hold. This is a change pattern in which the hold display of the notice target is displayed as it is in the special hold of the rectangular display at the timing of the shift, and the hold display of the notice target is changed to red hold at the timing of the third hold shift. Further, the change pattern 414 changes the hold display of the notice target to the special hold of the rectangular display at the timing of the first hold shift after displaying the hold display of the notice target as the normal hold at the start winning, and the second hold. This is a change pattern in which the hold display of the notice target is displayed again in the normal hold at the timing of the shift, and the hold display of the notice target is changed to red hold at the timing of the third hold shift.

As shown in FIG. 41, in this embodiment, when the first hold storage number is "4", the hold display to be notified is displayed as normal hold at the time of starting winning, and the timing of the first hold shift is displayed. It is configured to be changed to special hold with, and can be changed to normal hold, blue hold, and red hold at the timing of the third and subsequent hold shifts. Therefore, in this embodiment, when the hold display to be announced is displayed at the fourth position (state after the start winning) and at the third position on the first hold storage display unit 9a. When is (the state after the first hold shift), the hold display to be announced does not change from special hold to normal hold, blue hold, or red hold. Further, as shown in FIGS. 40 (C) to 40 (E), in this embodiment, even when the first hold storage number is "3", the hold display to be notified is displayed as normal hold at the time of starting winning. Therefore, when the hold display of the notice target is displayed at the third position on the first hold storage display unit 9a (the state after the start winning prize), the hold display of the notice target is changed from the special hold to the normal hold. It does not change to blue hold or red hold. Therefore, in this embodiment, it is difficult for the hold display of the notice target to change from the special hold to the normal hold during the period when the hold display of the notice target is displayed at the fourth and third positions. .. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the player from being discouraged by changing the hold display of the notice target from the special hold to the normal hold at an early stage, and to prevent the effect of the hold notice effect from being lowered when the hold notice effect is executed. ..

Not limited to the embodiment shown in this embodiment, for example, the special hold, the blue hold, and the red hold can be displayed immediately at the start winning, or the special hold is displayed without waiting for the next hold shift. Immediately by executing the action effect described later and configuring it so that it can be changed from special hold to normal hold, blue hold, and red hold, the hold display to be announced is displayed at the 4th or 3rd position. Even during the period, the hold display to be notified may be configured to be changeable from special hold to normal hold, blue hold, and red hold. However, even in this configuration, at least the hold display for notice is changed from special hold to normal hold during the period when the hold display for notice is displayed at the 4th or 3rd position. It is preferable to configure it so that the rate of change is low.

Further, in this embodiment, the action effect described later can be executed at the timing of the hold shift after the special hold is displayed, and even if the action effect is executed, the hold display to be announced does not change as the special hold. Or it may change to normal hold, blue hold, or red hold. For example, in the change patterns 401 and 403 shown in FIG. 41 (F), after the special hold is displayed at the timing of the first hold shift, the action effect is executed at the timing of the second hold shift from the special hold. Can be changed to normal hold. Further, for example, in the change patterns 402 and 404 shown in FIG. 41 (F), after the special hold is displayed at the timing of the first hold shift, the action effect is executed at the timing of the second hold shift. The special hold does not change, and the action effect is executed at the timing of the third hold shift, and the special hold can be changed to the normal hold. As such, in this embodiment, not only the case where one action effect returns from the special hold to the normal hold but also the case where a plurality of action effects are executed and the special hold returns to the normal hold. The effect of the effect when the hold notice effect is executed can be improved.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 40 (C) to 40 (E) and FIGS. 41 (F) to 41 (I), in this embodiment, there are two types of special hold, a special hold of triangle display and a special hold of rectangular display. However, when the special hold of the rectangular display is displayed, the ratio of the red hold being displayed as the final display mode is higher than that of the case where the special hold of the triangle display is displayed. .. On the contrary, when the special hold of the triangle display is displayed, the ratio of returning to the normal hold as the final display mode is higher than that of the case where the special hold of the rectangular display is displayed.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 41 (H) and 41 (I), in this embodiment, even if the special hold is returned to the normal hold, the red hold is finally displayed (that is, once the normal hold is returned, it is disappointing). A change pattern (change pattern 411,414) is provided (the red hold is revived and displayed as if it was displayed), and the change pattern 411,414 of this revival pattern is set only when the super reach jackpot is achieved. Judgment values are assigned so that they can be determined. Therefore, in this embodiment, if the red hold is finally made after returning from the special hold to the normal hold, the jackpot will be confirmed, as compared with the case where the special hold is simply changed to the red hold. , Expectations (reliability) for big hits are high.

It should be noted that the change pattern 411,414 of the revival pattern can be determined with a low probability even if the change pattern of the revival pattern is 411,414, and even if the super reach is lost. You may. At least, even in such a configuration, if the special hold returns to the normal hold and then finally becomes the red hold, the jackpot will be higher than the case where the special hold is simply changed to the red hold. Anything with high expectations (reliability) will do.

Further, in this embodiment, the case where the change patterns 411 and 414 of the revival pattern are provided only when the final display mode is held in red is shown, but the same revival is also performed when the final display mode is held in blue. It may be configured to provide a pattern change pattern.

Further, in this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 41 (H) and 41 (I), the winning determination result is non-reach off / super reach out or super reach jackpot only when the number of holds is 4 and the red hold is changed. Although a case where a different change pattern determination table is used depending on whether or not the above is used is shown, the present invention is not limited to such a mode. For example, the change pattern determination table for 2 or 3 holds shown in FIGS. 40 (A) to 40 (E), or 4 holds and normal hold or blue hold shown in FIGS. 41 (F) and 41 (G). The change pattern determination table may also be configured to use different change pattern determination tables depending on the winning determination result. In this case, for example, when the change pattern of the revival pattern is provided even when the final display mode is held in blue as described above, the non-reach is lost / super according to the mode similar to FIGS. It is configured to provide a change pattern determination table for reach loss and a change pattern determination table for super reach jackpot, and if the special hold returns to normal hold and then finally becomes blue hold, it will be called a jackpot. It may be configured so that it is confirmed that it will be, or the degree of expectation (reliability) for the big hit is high.

Further, it may be further subdivided so that a change pattern determination table for non-reach loss and a change pattern determination table for super reach loss are separately provided.

Further, in this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 41 (H), as a change pattern determination table for four hold and red hold, a table common to the case where the non-reach is lost and the case where the super reach is lost. Although the case of using is shown, it may be configured to use different change pattern determination tables depending on the case of non-reach loss and the case of super reach loss.

Further, the example of the change pattern shown in FIGS. 40 and 41 is an example, and various change patterns may be provided. For example, in the examples shown in FIGS. 40 and 41, the case where the normal hold is changed to the special hold at the timing of the first hold shift is shown, but the special hold is displayed from the timing of the start winning, and the second and subsequent times are displayed. A change pattern for changing from a normal hold to a special hold may be provided at the timing of the hold shift. Further, for example, a change pattern may be provided so as to change to blue hold and then to red hold.

Further, in FIGS. 40 and 41, the case where only the change pattern in which either the special hold of the triangle display or the rectangular display is displayed is provided is shown. Or, a change pattern may be provided such that the special hold of the rectangular display is changed to the special hold of the triangular display.

Then, the effect control CPU 101 stores the final display mode and change pattern determined in steps S6005 and S6007 in the hold notice effect setting information storage area provided in the RAM in association with the hold storage of the notice target (step). S6008). In this embodiment, the hold notice effect can be executed in parallel for a plurality of hold displays displayed on the first hold storage display unit 9a, and the first hold storage display unit 9a has a maximum of the hold notice effect. Since four hold displays can be displayed, four storage areas are provided in the hold notice effect setting information storage area, and the final display mode and change pattern are stored in association with each hold storage. ..

Here, the control of the lamp will be described. As described above, the special lamp can emit light in a plurality of types of light emission patterns corresponding to the effect to be executed (lighting, blinking, etc. depending on a plurality of types of colors, brightness, and directions). In this embodiment, among the special lamps, the special lamp made of the light emitting member 200d can be controlled to emit light (lighting, blinking, etc.) independently of the other light emitting members. Specifically, the effect control CPU 101 controls the special lamp to emit light (lights, blinks, etc.) according to a predetermined light emission pattern when the lamp control data is set in the lamp control data area provided in the RAM. It is possible.

The lamp control data set in the lamp control data area is data for the lamp driver board 35 to control light emission (lighting, blinking, etc.). Specifically, an identifier for uniquely identifying them is assigned to each light emission pattern, and the lamp control data described above is data indicating this identifier. When the lamp control data is set in the lamp control data area, the effect control CPU 101 reads the lamp control data and outputs the lamp control data to the lamp driver board 35. The lamp driver board 35 is driven to turn on / off the special lamp by controlling the lamp driver circuit or the like so as to emit light in the light emission pattern identified by the identifier indicated by the lamp control data. On the other hand, when the lamp control data area is NULL, it is determined that the lamp control data is not set in the lamp control data area. Further, the timing at which the lamp control data is set is a timing before the timing at which the control is started by the lamp control data or the timing at which the control is started by the lamp control data. In the following description, when the effect of the special lamp is explained, it may be simply expressed as a lamp effect.

FIG. 43 is a diagram showing an example of a lamp control data area. In this embodiment, the lamp control data area includes five areas of layer 1, layer 2, layer 3, layer 4, and layer 5.

Further, the priority order is set for layer 1, layer 2, layer 3, layer 4, and layer 5, and the order of priority is layer 1, layer 2, layer 3, layer 4, and layer 5. Here, "priority is set" specifically means that when the effect control CPU 101 controls the special lamp, the lamps are in the order of layer 5, layer 4, layer 3, layer 2, and layer 1. In order to control whether or not the control data is set and output the lamp control data set in the lamp control data area determined to be set to the lamp driver board 35, the layer 5 It shows that priority is given in the order of layer 4, layer 3, layer 2, and layer 1. The example of realizing the priority setting is not limited to this, and for example, a value indicating the priority may be assigned to each layer. In this case, the effect control CPU 101 first refers to the values assigned to all the layers in which the lamp control data is set, and the layer to which the highest priority value (for example, the maximum value) is assigned among them. The lamp control data set in is output to the lamp driver board 35.

In this way, since the priority is set for the layers, only one lamp effect is performed in the lamp effect, and a plurality of lamp effects are not performed at the same time, but the effect corresponding to the lamp effect is performed at the same time. May be struck. For example, when the lamp control data of the BGM effect is set in the lamp control data area of the layer 1, and the lamp control data of another effect is not set in the lamp control data area of the layer having a higher priority than the layer 1, the BGM Along with the production, a lamp production corresponding to the BGM production is performed. In this state, for example, if the lamp control data of another effect is set in the lamp control data area of the layer 3, the lamp effect corresponding to the BGM effect ends, and the lamp effect corresponding to the other effect is performed. As the sound output effect, the BGM effect and other effects are performed at the same time.

When the lamp control data is set in any of the lamp control data areas, the effect control CPU 101 emits (lights, blinks) a special lamp according to the light emission pattern corresponding to the lamp control data area in which the lamp control data is set. Etc.).

Further, in this embodiment, the target variation non-execution state in which the change display of the notice target of the hold notice effect (hereinafter, also referred to as the target change) is not executed, and the change display of the notice target of the hold notice effect (hereinafter, also referred to as target change). The control order related to the lamp control is switched between the target variation execution state and the target variation execution state, and the lamp control data is set in the lamp control data area according to different control orders.

Specifically, in the target variation non-execution state, when the lamp control data is set in the layer 1 according to the first control order as shown in FIG. 43, the hold notice effect of the layer 1 (blue). The special lamp is controlled to emit light (lighting, blinking, etc.) according to the light emission pattern corresponding to (hold). Further, when the lamp control data is set in the layer 2, the special lamp is controlled to emit light (lighting, blinking, etc.) by the light emitting pattern corresponding to the BGM effect of the layer 2. Further, when the lamp control data is set in the layer 3, the special lamp is controlled to emit light (lighting, blinking, etc.) by the light emitting pattern corresponding to the hold notice effect (red hold) of the layer 3. Further, when the lamp control data is set in the layer 4, the special lamp is emitted (lit, blinking) by the emission pattern corresponding to the final notification effect of the layer 4 (for example, the effect of notifying that the big hit is confirmed). Etc.). Further, when the lamp control data is set in the layer 5, the special lamp emits light (lights, blinks, etc.) according to the light emission pattern corresponding to the error effect of the layer 5 (for example, the effect of notifying that an error has occurred). ) Is controlled.

Further, in the target variation execution state, when the lamp control data is set in the layer 1 as shown in FIG. 43 according to the second control order, the light emission pattern corresponding to the BGM effect of the layer 1 is special. Control the lamp to emit light (lighting, blinking, etc.). Further, when the lamp control data is set in the layer 2, the special lamp is controlled to emit light (lighting, blinking, etc.) by the light emitting pattern corresponding to the hold notice effect (blue hold *) of the layer 2. Further, when the lamp control data is set in the layer 3, the special lamp is controlled to emit light (lighting, blinking, etc.) by the light emitting pattern corresponding to the hold notice effect (red hold *) of the layer 3. Further, when the lamp control data is set in the layer 4, the special lamp is controlled to emit light (lighting, blinking, etc.) by the light emitting pattern corresponding to the final notification effect of the layer 4. Further, when the lamp control data is set in the layer 5, the special lamp is controlled to emit light (lighting, blinking, etc.) by the light emitting pattern corresponding to the error effect of the layer 5.

In the target change execution state, although the change display that is the target of the hold notice effect is executed, the blue hold and the red hold displayed by the hold notice effect are deleted at the start of the change. Therefore, in the target variation execution state, it is expressed that the special lamp emits light (lights, blinks, etc.) according to the light emission pattern corresponding to the hold notice effect, but the special lamp emits light at the same time as the blue hold or red hold display (lighting, blinking, etc.). It does not turn on, blink, etc.). Strictly speaking, a special lamp is made to emit light (lights, blinks, etc.) by a light emission pattern corresponding to the hold notice effect (that is, the hold notice effect whose execution has been completed) executed before the change display for the variable display being executed. .. For example, as shown in FIGS. 56 (A3) to 56 (A4) described later, the blue hold displayed by the hold notice effect is erased, but the light emitting member corresponds to the display of the blue hold by the hold notice effect. 200d emits blue light. To distinguish between them, for example, the hold notice effect of red hold being executed is described as "hold notice effect (red hold)", and the hold notice effect of red hold that has been executed is described as "hold notice effect (red hold *)". ) ”.

When the lamp control data is set in a plurality of lamp control data areas, the effect control CPU 101 emits a special lamp (lighting, blinking, etc.) according to a light emission pattern corresponding to the lamp control data area set with a high priority. ) Can be controlled. Specifically, when the lamp control data is set in both the lamp control data areas of the layer 2 and the layer 3, the light emission pattern corresponding to the layer 3 which is the lamp control data area in which the priority is set high. It is possible to control the special lamp to emit light (lighting, blinking, etc.). Further, when the lamp control data is set in the lamp control data area of the layer 2, the layer 3, and the layer 4, the special lamp is provided by the light emission pattern corresponding to the layer 4 which is the lamp control data area in which the priority is set high. Can be controlled to emit light (lighting, blinking, etc.). Hereinafter, although it may be expressed that the effect B is prioritized over the effect A, it means that the lamp effect corresponding to the effect B is prioritized over the lamp effect corresponding to the effect A.

As a general rule, the setting for the lamp control data area shown in FIG. 43 is reset every time one game is completed. "One game" indicates a game that starts from the start of the variable display and ends by the stop display of the variable display in the case of the non-big hit state, and from the start to the end of the big hit state in the case of the big hit state. Shows the game.

Therefore, in the non-big hit state, the lamp control data is set at the start timing of the variable display or the start timing of the effect during the variable display, and is reset at the stop display of the variable display or the timing when the time set for each effect has elapsed. Will be done. Even if the timing for which the time set for each effect has elapsed does not arrive, the variation display is reset when the display is stopped.

In this embodiment, the light emitting member 200d constituting the special lamp alternately emits red and yellow (lighting, blinking, etc.) in the lamp effect corresponding to the error effect, and is rainbow-colored in the lamp effect corresponding to the definite notification effect. Lights up (lights, blinks, etc.), lights up in red (lights, blinks, etc.) in the lamp effect corresponding to the hold notice effect (red hold), and emits blue in the lamp effect corresponding to the hold notice effect (blue hold). (Lights, blinks, etc.), and emits white light (lights, blinks, etc.) in the lamp effect corresponding to the BGM effect. In this embodiment, the light emitting member 200d emits white light (lights, blinks, etc.) in the lamp effect corresponding to the BGM effect, but may be controlled to turn off. Further, the configuration is not limited to such a configuration in which the colors are different, and for example, blinking patterns having different light emission intervals may be used.

Of the lamps 200, the light emitting member 200d (special lamp) can emit light (lighting, blinking, etc.) in a light emitting pattern corresponding to the BGM effect, the hold notice effect, the final notification effect, and the error effect, but the light emitting member 200d (special) The light emitting members 200a to 200c other than the lamp) can emit light in a plurality of types of light emission patterns corresponding to the BGM effect, the definite notification effect, and the error effect (lighting, blinking, etc. depending on a plurality of types of colors, brightness, and directions). .. Therefore, for example, when the definite notification effect and the error effect are not executed and the hold notice effect (red hold) and the BGM effect are being executed, the light emitting member 200d (special lamp) has the hold notice effect (red hold). The light emitting (lighting, blinking, etc.) is controlled according to the light emitting pattern corresponding to the above, and the light emitting members 200a to 200c are controlled to emit light (lighting, blinking, etc.) according to the light emitting pattern corresponding to the BGM effect. With such a configuration, it is possible to coexist the light emission control of the lamp corresponding to the hold notice effect and the light emission control of the lamp corresponding to the BGM effect, and it is possible to prevent a deterioration of the game interest. Not limited to such a configuration, all the light emitting members 200a to 200d may be capable of emitting light (lighting, blinking, etc.) by a light emitting pattern corresponding to the hold notice effect.

FIG. 42 is a flowchart showing the lamp control process (step S800B). In the lamp control process, the effect control CPU 101 determines whether or not the target changing flag indicating that the target variation execution state is set is set (step S6101), and if it is not set (that is, the hold notice effect). (When the variable display of the notice target is not executed), it is determined whether or not the hold notice effect is being executed (step S6102).

When the hold notice effect is being executed (Y in step S6102), the effect control CPU 101 determines whether or not it is the fluctuation start timing of the notice target of the hold notice effect (step S6103). Whether or not it is the change start timing of the notice target of the hold notice effect is, for example, whether or not the value of the effect control process flag is a value corresponding to the effect symbol change start process, and the hold display corresponding to the start change display. (Or the data stored in the hold notice effect setting information storage area) can be determined.

When it is the change start timing of the notice target of the hold notice effect (Y in step S6103), the effect control CPU 101 controls the light emission of the special lamp according to the second control order (step S6104), and the target is changing. The flag is set (step S6105).

In step S6104 (and step S6110 described later), for example, the effect control CPU 101 transmits the BGM effect lamp control data to the layer 1 in accordance with the second control order based on the lamp control execution data of the process table shown in FIG. If it is set in the lamp control data area and the hold notice effect (blue hold *) is executed, the lamp control data of the hold notice effect (blue hold *) is set in the layer 2 lamp control data area and held. When the notice effect (red hold *) is executed, the lamp control data of the hold notice effect (red hold *) is set in the lamp control data area of layer 3, and the final notification effect is executed. Sets the lamp control data of the definite notification effect in the lamp control data area of the layer 4, and sets the lamp control data of the error effect in the lamp control data area of the layer 5 when the error effect is executed.

Not limited to this embodiment, at the timing of step S6104, it is determined whether or not the expectation of the hold notice effect is equal to or higher than the predetermined expectation, and the expectation of the hold notice effect is less than the predetermined expectation ( For example, in the case of normal hold or blue hold), the light emission control of the special lamp may be performed according to the first control order.

When the hold notice effect is not being executed (N in step S6102) and when it is not the fluctuation start timing of the notice target of the hold notice effect (N in step S6103), the effect control CPU 101 follows the first control order. , The light emission control of the special lamp is performed (step S6106).

In step S6106 (and step S6108 described later), for example, the effect control CPU 101 executes the hold notice effect (blue hold) according to the first control order based on the lamp control execution data of the process table shown in FIG. If so, the lamp control data of the hold notice effect (blue hold) is set in the lamp control data area of layer 1, the lamp control data of the BGM effect is set in the lamp control data area of layer 2, and the hold notice effect is set. When (red hold) is executed, the lamp control data of the hold notice effect (red hold) is set in the lamp control data area of the layer 3, and when the final notification effect is executed, the final notification is announced. The lamp control data of the effect is set in the lamp control data area of the layer 4, and when the error effect is executed, the lamp control data of the error effect is set in the lamp control data area of the layer 5.

Since the BGM effect is almost always executed, even if the lamp control data of the hold notice effect (blue hold) is set in the lamp control data area of layer 1, the hold notice effect of layer 1 (blue hold) is used. It can be said that the special lamp is not controlled to emit light (lighting, blinking, etc.) according to the corresponding light emission pattern. Therefore, when the first control order is applied, the process of setting the lamp control data of the hold notice effect (blue hold) in the lamp control data area of the layer 1 may be omitted. When omitted in this way, control is performed so that the special lamp emits light (lights, blinks, etc.) according to the light emission pattern corresponding to the BGM effect. In this embodiment, as a lamp effect corresponding to the BGM effect, the special lamp is controlled to emit white light (lighting, blinking, etc.), so that the special lamp emits white light (lights, blinks, etc.) even if the blue hold is displayed. However, as a lamp effect corresponding to the BGM effect, when the control to turn off the special lamp is configured, as a result of giving priority to the BGM effect, the special lamp is displayed even if the blue hold is displayed. It goes out.

When the target changing flag is set (Y in step S6101, that is, when the change display of the notice target of the hold notice effect is being displayed), the effect control CPU 101 determines whether or not it is the fluctuation stop timing. (Step S6107). Whether or not it is the fluctuation stop timing can be determined, for example, by whether or not the value of the effect control process flag is a value corresponding to the effect symbol fluctuation stop process.

When the fluctuation stop timing is reached (Y in step S6107), the effect control CPU 101 controls the light emission of the special lamp according to the first control order (step S6108), and resets the target changing flag (step S6109). ).

When it is not the fluctuation stop timing (N in step S6107), the effect control CPU 101 controls the light emission of the special lamp according to the second control order (step S6110).

Here, a specific example of lamp control when the lamp control process shown in FIG. 42 is executed will be described. 44 and 45 are time charts showing specific examples of lamp control. It is assumed that the BGM effect is always executed during the period shown in FIGS. 44 and 45.

In the lamp control example shown in FIG. 44, at the timing of T11, the fluctuation display immediately before the fluctuation display (target fluctuation) of the advance notice target (hereinafter, also referred to as the immediately preceding fluctuation) is started. Further, at this time, the hold display corresponding to the target change changes to blue hold due to the hold notice effect (for example, it corresponds to the processing of steps S8108 and S8112 described later).

Then, at the timing of T12, the immediately preceding fluctuation ends and the target fluctuation starts. Further, at this time, the blue hold displayed corresponding to the target change is deleted (for example, it corresponds to the process of step S634). After that, at the timing of T13, the target variation ends.

As shown in FIG. 44, the period from T11 to T12 is the target variation non-execution state in which the variation display of the advance notice target of the hold notice effect is not executed, and the period from T12 to T13 is the hold notice effect. It becomes the target variation execution state which is the state in which the variation display of the target of the advance notice is being executed. Further, during the period before T11 and after T13, the target variation is not executed.

Therefore, in the target variation non-execution state from T11 to T12, the light emission control of the special lamp is performed according to the first control order (for example, corresponding to the process of step S6106), and the target variation execution state from T12 to T13. In, the light emission control of the special lamp is performed according to the second control order (for example, it corresponds to the processing of steps S6104 and S6110). Further, in the target variation non-execution state before T11 and after T13, the light emission control of the special lamp is performed according to the first control order (for example, it corresponds to the processing of steps S6106 and S6108).

Specifically, at the timing of T11, the lamp control data of the hold notice effect (blue hold) is set in the lamp control data area of the layer 1 according to the first control order. Since before T11, the lamp control data of the BGM effect has been set in the lamp control data area of the layer 2. Then, at the timing of T12, the settings for each lamp control data area are reset, the lamp control data of the BGM effect is set in the lamp control data area of layer 1 according to the second control order, and the lamp control data area of layer 2 is set. The lamp control data of the hold notice effect (blue hold) is set in. After that, at the timing of T13, the settings for each lamp control data area are reset, and the lamp control data of the BGM effect is set in the lamp control data area of the layer 2 according to the first control order.

Then, as shown in FIG. 44, in the period from T11 to T12 (and the period after T13), the effect control CPU 101 emits light corresponding to the BGM effect based on the lamp control data set in the layer 2. The special lamp is controlled to emit light (lighting, blinking, etc.) according to the pattern. Then, in the period from T12 to T13, the special lamp is made to emit light (lighting, blinking, etc.) by the light emission pattern corresponding to the hold notice effect (blue hold *) based on the lamp control data set in the layer 2. Control.

Therefore, in the example shown in FIG. 44, the lamp effect corresponding to the BGM effect is executed in the period from T11 to T12 (and the period after T13), and the hold notice effect (blue hold) is executed in the period from T12 to T12. The lamp effect corresponding to *) will be executed.

In the lamp control example shown in FIG. 45, the immediately preceding fluctuation is started at the timing of T21. Further, at this time, the hold display corresponding to the target change changes to red hold due to the hold notice effect (for example, it corresponds to the processing of steps S8108 and S8112 described later).

Then, at the timing of T22, the immediately preceding fluctuation ends and the target fluctuation starts. Further, at this time, the red hold displayed corresponding to the target change is deleted (for example, it corresponds to the process of step S634). After that, at the timing of T23, the target variation ends.

As shown in FIG. 45, the period from T21 to T22 is in the target variation non-execution state, and the period from T22 to T23 is in the target variation execution state. Further, during the period before T21 and after T23, the target variation is not executed.

Therefore, in the target variation non-execution state from T21 to T22, the light emission control of the special lamp is performed according to the first control order (for example, corresponding to the process of step S6106), and the target variation execution state from T22 to T23. In, the light emission control of the special lamp is performed according to the second control order (for example, it corresponds to the processing of steps S6104 and S6110). Further, in the target variation non-execution state before T21 and after T23, the light emission control of the special lamp is performed according to the first control order (for example, it corresponds to the processing of steps S6106 and S6108).

Specifically, at the timing of T21, the lamp control data of the hold notice effect (red hold) is set in the lamp control data area of the layer 3 according to the first control order. Since before T21, the lamp control data of the BGM effect has been set in the lamp control data area of the layer 2. Then, at the timing of T22, the settings for each lamp control data area are reset, the lamp control data of the BGM effect is set in the lamp control data area of layer 1 according to the second control order, and the lamp control data area of layer 3 is set. The lamp control data of the hold notice effect (red hold) is set in. After that, at the timing of T33, the settings for each lamp control data area are reset, and the lamp control data of the BGM effect is set in the lamp control data area of the layer 2 according to the first control order.

Then, as shown in FIG. 45, in the period from T21 to T22 (and the period after T13), the effect control CPU 101 has a hold notice effect (red hold) based on the lamp control data set in the layer 3. ) Is used to control the special lamp to emit light (lighting, blinking, etc.). In addition, during the period from T22 to T23, the special lamp is controlled to emit light (lighting, blinking, etc.) according to the light emission pattern corresponding to the hold notice effect (red hold *) based on the lamp control data set in the layer 3. To do.

Therefore, in the example shown in FIG. 45, in the period from T21 to T23, the lamp effect corresponding to the hold notice effect (red hold) and the hold notice effect (red hold) * is executed, and the period before T21 and after T23. In, the lamp effect corresponding to the BGM effect is executed. In the example of FIG. 45, the red hold is displayed at the start of the immediately preceding fluctuation. For example, the special hold is displayed at the start of the immediately preceding fluctuation, and when the special hold changes to the red hold during the immediately preceding fluctuation, the red hold is displayed. From the time of change, the lamp effect corresponding to the hold notice effect (red hold) will be executed.

In this embodiment, the lamp effect can be executed in conjunction with a plurality of effects such as a BGM effect and a hold notice effect. Further, among the effects that can be linked with the lamp effect, the BGM effect is set to have a lower priority than the other effects due to its nature. However, if the lamp effect linked to the BGM effect is interrupted each time the hold notice effect is executed, there is a risk that the game interest will be reduced. In particular, if the lamp effect linked to the BGM effect is interrupted when the hold notice effect with a low degree of expectation (that is, the degree of attention is low) is executed, the game interest may be deteriorated.

Therefore, in this embodiment, when the stage of the hold display by the hold notice effect is equal to or higher than the predetermined stage during the execution of the BGM effect (specifically, red of the stages of normal hold <blue hold <red hold). It is configured to control the light emission of the special lamp in response to the hold display in the case of the hold stage), and to control the light emission of the special lamp in response to the BGM effect when the stage is less than the predetermined stage. .. For example, as shown in the first control sequence of FIG. 43, even when the hold notice effect is executed, if it is less than the red hold (for example, the blue hold or the special hold), the BGM effect is prioritized. To.

With such a configuration, when the stage of the hold display by the hold notice effect is less than the predetermined stage (in other words, when the expectation of the hold notice effect being executed is low), it is special to correspond to the BGM effect. Since the light emission of the lamp is controlled, that is, it is not interrupted, it is possible to prevent the game from being deteriorated.

Further, in this embodiment, during the execution of the BGM effect, a predetermined timing (for example, the start timing of the target variation (that is, the timing when the active display is displayed)) or the red hold after the hold display by the hold notice effect is displayed. Until the timing changes to (that is, the timing when the super reach is confirmed), the light emission control of the special lamp is performed in response to the BGM effect, and after the predetermined timing, the light emission control of the special lamp is performed in response to the hold notice effect. It is configured to do. Therefore, the light emission control of the special lamp corresponding to the BGM effect is not interrupted frequently, and it is possible to prevent the game from being enjoyed.

Further, in this embodiment, when the BGM effect is being executed in the target variation non-execution state, the light emission control of the special lamp is performed in response to the BGM effect, and the BGM effect is being executed in the target variation execution state. In some cases, it is configured to control the light emission of the special lamp in response to the hold notice effect. If the special lamps are always linked with the hold notice production prioritized over the BGM production, the interest in the BGM production may decrease and the game entertainment may be reduced. However, such a configuration may reduce the BGM production. Since it is possible to switch whether to control the light emission of the special lamp according to the state, it is possible to prevent a decrease in the interest of the game.

Further, in this embodiment, when the variable display is started based on the hold storage, the stage of the hold display corresponding to the hold storage is equal to or higher than a predetermined stage (specifically, normal hold <blue hold < In the stage of holding red (in the case of holding blue or higher), it is possible to control the light emission of the special lamp according to the stage. For example, the control to make the special lamp emit blue light (lighting, blinking, etc.) in response to the hold notice effect (blue hold *), and the special lamp emits red light (lights up) in response to the hold notice effect (red hold *). , Blinking, etc.) can be controlled. With such a configuration, the effect of production can be enhanced. In this embodiment, the special lamp is controlled to emit light in the same color as the color of the hold display by the hold notice effect, but the special lamp may be controlled to emit light in a different color or mode.

Further, in this embodiment, when the stage of the hold display by the hold notice effect is less than a predetermined stage (for example, blue hold), when the hold display is displayed (in this example, the target variation non-execution state). ), The light emission control of the special lamp is performed in correspondence with the BGM effect, but it is executed when the variation display that is the target of the hold notice effect is executed (in this example, the target variation execution state). It is possible to control the light emission of the special lamp in response to the hold notice effect. For example, as shown in FIGS. 43 and 44, it is realized by controlling the light emission of the special lamp according to different control orders in the target variation non-execution state and the target variation execution state.

With such a configuration, since the light emission control of the special lamp corresponding to the BGM effect is not frequently interrupted, it is possible to prevent a decrease in the interest of the game and to pay attention to the variable display that is the target of the hold notice effect. ..

On the other hand, in this embodiment, when the stage of the hold display by the hold notice effect is a predetermined stage or higher (for example, red hold), when the hold display is displayed (in this example, the target variation non-execution state). ), It is possible to control the light emission of the special lamp in response to the hold notice effect. For example, as shown in FIGS. 43 and 45, even in the first control order applied in the target variation non-execution state, in the case of the hold notice effect (red hold) with high expectation, priority is given to the BGM effect. Is realized by.

With such a configuration, it is possible to realize the light emission control of the special lamp according to the degree of attention of the hold notice effect, and it is possible to enhance the effect of the effect.

FIG. 46 is a flowchart showing a variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) in the effect control process process shown in FIG. 36. 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). Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the effect symbol variation start process (step S801) (step S813).

FIG. 47 is a flowchart showing the effect symbol variation start process (step S801) in the effect control process process shown in FIG. 36. 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). When the pseudo-ream is specified by the variation pattern command, the effect control CPU 101 has a chance eye symbol (for example, "223" or "445") as a temporary stop symbol of the pseudo-ream in step S8001. , 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.

FIG. 48 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. 48, 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 confirms whether or not the probability change state flag or the time reduction state flag is set (step S8002). If neither the probability change state flag nor the time reduction state flag is set (that is, in the normal state), the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the first symbol variation designation command reception flag is set (that is, if it is in the normal state). Step S8003). If the first symbol variation designation command reception flag is set (that is, when the variation display of the first special symbol is started), the process proceeds to step S8004. That is, in this embodiment, as described above, when the gaming state is the normal state, the hold notice effect is executed for the first hold memory, so the processes of steps S8002 and S8003 are executed. As a result, only when the variable display of the first special symbol is executed when the game state is the normal state, the processes of steps S8004 to S8010 are executed to change the hold display to the notice target and the special hold. It is configured so that the action effect can be executed.

Next, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not there is a special hold display timing in the first hold memory (step S8004). To check whether or not there is a special hold display timing, for example, the change pattern stored in the hold notice effect setting information storage area (see step S6008) is confirmed, and the current fluctuation start (hold). It can be judged by checking whether there is a normal hold → special △ or special □ at the timing of shift). If there is a special hold display timing, the effect control CPU 101 changes the hold display, which is the special hold display timing, to the special hold in the first hold storage display unit 9a (step S8005). .. In this case, if the change pattern is normal hold → special △, it is changed to triangular display special hold, and if it is normal hold → special □, it is changed to rectangular display special hold.

Next, the effect control CPU 101 becomes the executable timing of the action effect (execution in a mode that acts on the hold display and suggesting that the display mode of the hold display changes) in the first hold storage. It is confirmed whether or not there is something (step S8006). Whether or not the action effect can be executed is determined by, for example, checking the change pattern stored in the hold notice effect setting information storage area (see step S6008) and determining the start of this change (hold shift). Special △ → Special △, Special △ → Normal hold, Special △ → Blue hold, Special △ → Red hold, Special □ → Special □, Special □ → Normal hold, Special □ → Blue hold, Special □ → Red hold It can be determined by confirming whether or not there is something that is.

The executable timing of the action effect is not limited to that shown in this embodiment, and the action effect may be configured to be executable at other timings. For example, even when the normal hold is changed to the special hold, it may be determined that the action effect can be executed, and the processes after step S8007 may be executed so that the action effect can be executed. Further, for example, it may be configured to provide a dedicated action effect when changing from a normal hold to a special hold, and even if this dedicated action effect is executed, it does not change to a special hold (gase action effect). It may be configured to have.

If there is a timing in which the action effect can be executed in the first hold memory, the effect control CPU 101 changes the hold display as an action effect determination table for determining the presence / absence and type of the action effect. A table according to the mode is selected (step S8007). Then, the effect control CPU 101 performs a lottery process based on a random number using the selected action effect determination table, and determines the presence / absence and type of the effect effect (step S8008).

In this embodiment, since the hold notice effect can be executed in parallel for the plurality of hold displays displayed on the first hold storage display unit 9a, the action effect is provided in the first hold memory. It may happen that there are multiple things that can be executed at the same time. In this case, the effect control CPU 101 determines the presence / absence and type of the effect effect with priority given to the first reserved storage that is the timing at which the effect effect can be executed and the variable display is started first. It is controlled so that the action effect is executed only once during one fluctuation display. For example, when the first and third hold displays displayed on the first hold storage display unit 9a are the execution timings of the action effect, the action is first applied to the first hold display. When the presence / absence and type of the effect are determined and it is decided to execute the action effect, the action effect is executed only for the first hold display.

In addition, not limited to the embodiment shown in this embodiment, for example, the action effect may be executed a plurality of times during one variation display by executing the action effect at different times. Further, although the action effect is executed only once during one variable display, the action effect is executed in such a manner that the one action effect acts on a plurality of hold displays at the same time. May be good.

49 and 50 are explanatory views showing a specific example of the action effect determination table. The effect control CPU 101 selects the action effect effect determination table for the special Δ → normal hold shown in FIG. 49 (A) at the timing of changing from the special hold of the triangle display to the normal hold based on the change pattern. Further, when the timing changes from the special hold of the rectangular display to the normal hold, the special □ → action effect determination table for the normal hold shown in FIG. 49 (B) is selected. Further, if the timing does not change from the special hold of the triangle display to the special hold of the triangle display as it is, the action effect determination table for the special Δ → special Δ shown in FIG. 49 (C) is selected. Further, if the timing does not change from the special hold of the rectangular display to the special hold of the rectangular display as it is, the action effect determination table for the special □ → special □ shown in FIG. 49 (D) is selected. Further, when the timing changes from the special hold of the triangle display to the blue hold, the action effect determination table for the special Δ → blue hold shown in FIG. 50 (E) is selected. Further, when the timing changes from the special hold of the rectangular display to the blue hold, the action effect determination table for the special □ → blue hold shown in FIG. 50 (F) is selected. Further, if the timing changes from the special hold of the triangle display to the red hold, the action effect determination table for the special Δ → red hold shown in FIG. 50 (G) is selected. Further, if the timing changes from the special hold of the rectangular display to the red hold, the action effect determination table for the special □ → red hold shown in FIG. 50 (H) is selected.

As shown in FIGS. 49 and 50, determination values are assigned to each of no action effect, action effect A, action effect B, and action effect C in the action effect determination table. In this embodiment, there are three types of action effects A to C as the types of action effects, but the present invention is not limited to such a mode, and for example, only two types of action effects are used. It may be configured or may be configured to use four or more types of action effects.

As shown in FIGS. 49 and 50, in this embodiment, when the action effect A is executed, the determination value is assigned so that the rate of change from the special hold to the normal hold is high. Further, when the action effect B is executed, the determination value is assigned so that the ratio of not changing with the special hold is high. Further, when the action effect C is executed, the determination value is assigned so that the rate of change from the special hold to the blue hold or the red hold increases.

The action effect determination table shown in FIGS. 49 (A) and 49 (B) is a table used when changing from a special hold to a normal hold, and is a pattern that lowers the display mode of the hold display to one with a low degree of expectation. It can be said that it is a table for selecting, and since the selection ratio of the action effect A is particularly high, the action effect A is an action effect of a pattern that lowers the display mode of the hold display to one with a low degree of expectation. It can be said (Pattern 1). Further, the action effect determination table shown in FIGS. 49 (C) and 49 (D) is a table used when the special hold remains unchanged, and is a table for selecting a pattern for maintaining the display mode of the hold display as it is. However, since the selection ratio of the action effect B is particularly high, it can be said that the action effect B is an action effect of a pattern that maintains the display mode of the hold display as it is (Pattern 2). Further, the action effect determination table shown in FIGS. 50 (E) to 50 (H) is a table used when the special hold is changed to the blue hold or the red hold, and the display mode of the hold display is highly expected. It can be said that it is a table for selecting the pattern to be created, and since the selection ratio of the action effect C is particularly high, the action effect C is the action effect of the pattern that raises the display mode of the hold display to the one with high expectation. It can be said that (Pattern 3).

Since the above-mentioned patterns 1 and 2 are for lowering or maintaining the display mode of the hold display, the action effect is a pattern for making the change fail, and the above-mentioned pattern 3 is the display of the hold display. Since it establishes a mode, it is a pattern to make the change look successful as an action effect. It should be noted that even if the pattern is made to look like the same change failure, the appearance of the action effect may be different between the above pattern 1 and the pattern 2. For example, when the action effect according to the above pattern 1 is executed, a character such as "great failure" is displayed, and when the action effect according to the above pattern 2 is executed, a character such as "failure" is displayed. It may be displayed differently.

Further, in this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 49 and 50, in the case where the presence / absence of the action effect and the determination ratio of the type are different depending on which display mode the hold display changes in the current variable display. However, it is not limited to such an aspect. For example, regardless of the change mode of the variable display this time, the presence / absence of the action effect and the determination ratio of the type may be different depending on which final display mode the hold display is changed to.

In addition, for example, the presence / absence of the action effect and the determination ratio of the type are different depending on the display result of the fluctuation display of the notice target (for example, whether or not it is a big hit) and the fluctuation category (for example, the presence / absence and type of reach). It may be configured as.

Further, for example, when the display mode of the hold display is configured to change from the blue hold to the red hold, the action effect can be executed even if the change display does not change in the blue hold. You may.

In addition, when the display mode of the hold display is configured to change from blue hold to red hold as described above, even if the same special hold changes to blue hold in this variable display. , The execution ratio and type of the action effect may be different depending on whether the final display mode is blue hold or red hold. For example, it may be configured to execute the action effect at a higher rate when the final display mode is red hold, or to execute the action effect (for example, the action effect C) having a high degree of expectation. Alternatively, conversely, the action effect may be executed at a higher rate when the final display mode is blue hold, or the action effect with a high degree of expectation (for example, the action effect C) may be executed. .. With such a configuration, not only is it possible to expect whether or not the display mode of the hold display will change in the variable display executed this time, but also whether the display mode of the hold display may change thereafter. On the other hand, you can have a sense of expectation.

When it is decided to execute the action effect (Y in step S8009), the effect control CPU 101 selects a process table according to the fluctuation pattern and the type of action effect determined in step S8008 (step S8010). .. Then, the process proceeds to step S8012.

On the other hand, when the probability change state flag or the time saving state flag is set (Y in step S8002), when the first symbol change specification command reception flag is not set (N in step S8003), in the first hold storage. If there is no action timing that can be executed (N in step S8006), or if it is decided not to execute the action effect (N in step S8009), the effect control CPU 101 fluctuates. A normal process table (process table without action effect) corresponding to the pattern is selected (step S8011). Then, the process proceeds to step S8012.

Then, the effect control CPU 101 starts the process timer in the process data 1 of the process table selected in steps S8010 and S8011 (step S8012).

FIG. 51 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. 51 is stored in the ROM of the effect control board 80. In addition, the process table is prepared according to each fluctuation pattern.

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 elapses 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, a advance notice effect (so-called advance notice effect for the change) other than the pre-reading advance notice effect (in this example, the hold advance notice effect) may be executed during the change display of the effect symbol. In that case, the advance notice is given at the start of the change. When it is decided to execute the effect, the effect control CPU 101 selects the process table corresponding to the determined advance notice effect in steps S8010 and S8011.

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 S8013). 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, but 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 S8014).

Next, the effect control CPU 101 is stored in the storage area of the start winning command storage area for starting winning commands (symbol designation command, variable category command, and hold storage number addition designation command (first hold storage number addition). Of the specified command or the second reserved storage number addition specified command)), one of the commands at the time of starting prize stored in the first storage area is deleted, and the contents of the command storage area at the time of starting winning are shifted (. Step S8015).

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 S8016).

FIG. 52 is a flowchart 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 action effect is being executed and the end timing of the action effect is reached (step S8106). Specifically, whether or not it is the end timing of the action effect can be determined by checking the value of the fluctuation time timer set in step S8014. If it is the end timing of the action effect, the effect control CPU 101 displays the hold display of the advance notice target in blue based on the change pattern stored in the hold notice effect setting information storage area (see step S6008). It is confirmed whether or not it is the timing to change to red hold (step S8107). If it is time to change to blue hold or red hold, the effect control CPU 101 controls the first hold storage display unit 9a to change the display mode of the hold display to be announced to blue hold or red hold. (Step S8108).

If it is not the timing to change to blue hold or red hold, the effect control CPU 101 displays the hold for the notice target based on the change pattern stored in the hold notice effect setting information storage area (see step S6008). Checks whether or not is the timing to change to normal hold (step S8109). When the change timing to the normal hold is reached, the effect control CPU 101 controls the first hold storage display unit 9a to change the display mode of the hold display to be notified to the normal hold (step S8110).

Next, the effect control CPU 101 is stored in the other hold storage based on the change pattern stored in the hold notice effect setting information storage area (see step S6008) even if the end timing of the action effect is not reached. It is confirmed whether or not there is a change timing to blue hold or red hold (step S8111). Then, if there is a change timing to blue hold or red hold (Y in step S8111), the effect control CPU 101 displays the hold display of the notice target in the first hold storage display unit 9a. Is controlled to be changed to blue hold or red hold (step S8112). That is, in this embodiment, it may be determined that the action effect is not executed even if the variable display is the timing of changing from the special hold to the blue hold or the red hold (see steps S8008 and S8009). ), Even if the action effect is not executed, the hold display that is the timing of changing from the special hold to the blue hold or the red hold is controlled to be changed to the blue hold or the red hold.

Next, the effect control CPU 101 is stored in the other hold storage based on the change pattern stored in the hold notice effect setting information storage area (see step S6008) even if the end timing of the action effect is not reached. It is confirmed whether or not there is a change timing to the normal hold (step S8113). Then, if there is a change timing to the normal hold (Y in step S8113), the effect control CPU 101 normally holds the display mode of the hold display to be notified in the first hold storage display unit 9a. Control is performed to change to (step S8114). That is, in this embodiment, it may be determined that the action effect is not executed even if the variable display is the timing of changing from the special hold to the normal hold (see steps S8008 and S8009). Even when the effect is not executed, control is performed to change the hold display, which is the timing for changing from the special hold to the normal hold, to the normal hold.

Then, if the fluctuation time timer has timed out (step S8115), 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 S8116).

FIG. 53 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, the effect control CPU 101 first 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).

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).

Next, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not any of the jackpot start designation commands has been received (step S8305). Whether or not any of the jackpot start designation commands has been received is specifically determined by a flag indicating that the jackpot start designation command set in the command analysis process has been received (big hit start designation command reception flag). It can be determined by checking whether or not the flag (small hit / sudden probability change big hit start designation command reception flag) indicating that the small hit / sudden probability change big hit start designation command has been received is set. If any of the jackpot start designation commands is received, the effect control CPU 101 resets the stop symbol display flag (step S8306) and selects the process table according to the fanfare effect (step S8307). If the big hit start designation command reception flag or the small hit / sudden probability change big hit start designation command reception flag is set, the effect control CPU 101 resets the set flag.

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 (the effect display device 9 as the effect component, various lamps as the effect component, and the 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 responds to the effect pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) by changing the value of the effect control process flag. Update to the value (step S8311).

Next, a specific example of the production mode of the hold notice effect will be described. 54 and 55 are explanatory views showing an example of an effect mode of the hold notice effect. Of these, FIG. 54 shows an effect mode of the hold notice effect when the hold display of the notice target finally changes to red hold. Further, FIG. 55 shows an effect mode of the hold notice effect when the hold display of the notice target finally returns to the normal hold. In addition, in FIGS. 54 and 55, the mode of the effect screen changes in the order of (1), (2), and (3).

First, with reference to FIG. 54, an effect mode of the hold notice effect when the hold display of the notice target finally changes to red hold will be described. As shown in FIG. 54 (1), it is assumed that a new start winning is generated in the first starting winning opening 13 while the effect display device 9 is executing the variable display of the left, middle, and right effect symbols. In this example, it is assumed that a new start prize is generated in a state where the first hold storage number is 3, and the first hold storage number is increased to 4, and the normal hold is increased by 1 in the first hold storage display unit 9a. Let's assume. Further, in this example, it is assumed that the final display mode of the new hold display is determined to be red hold, and the change pattern 410 is determined as the change pattern. Then, based on the end of the variable display time, as shown in FIG. 54 (2), the effect display device 9 ends the variable display of the effect symbol.

Next, the hold memory is digested one by one, the hold display is shifted and displayed one by one, and the next variable display is started in the effect display device 9 as shown in FIG. 54 (3). In the example shown in FIG. 54 (3), when the variable display is started, the hold display of the notice target is changed from the normal hold to the special hold of the triangular display based on the change pattern 410 (see step S8005). Then, based on the end of the variable display time, as shown in FIG. 54 (4), the effect display device 9 ends the variable display of the effect symbol.

Next, the hold memory is digested one by one, the hold display is shifted and displayed one by one, and the next variable display is started in the effect display device 9 as shown in FIG. 54 (5). In the example shown in FIG. 54 (5), when the variation display is started, it is determined that it is the executable timing of the action effect based on the change pattern 410, and it is decided to execute the action effect, and the action effect is performed. It is assumed that the type is determined to be the action effect B (see step S8008). Further, based on the determination result, as shown in FIG. 54 (5), the action effect B is executed in the variable display of the effect symbol (see steps S8010, S8013, S8105). In the example shown in FIG. 54 (5), a character B appears as the action effect B, and an effect in which the character B throws a ball toward a special hold is executed. Further, in the example shown in FIG. 54 (5), there is a case where the variation display of the effect symbol is reduced and displayed at the end of the display screen of the effect display device 9 during the execution of the action effect. Next, in this example, as shown in FIG. 54 (6), even when the end timing of the action effect B is reached, the hold display of the advance notice target does not change as a special hold based on the change pattern 410. Then, based on the end of the variable display time, as shown in FIG. 54 (7), the effect display device 9 ends the variable display of the effect symbol.

Next, the hold memory is digested one by one, the hold display is shifted and displayed one by one, and the next variable display is started in the effect display device 9 as shown in FIG. 54 (8). In the example shown in FIG. 54 (8), when the variation display is started, it is determined that it is the executable timing of the action effect based on the change pattern 410, and it is decided to execute the action effect, and the action effect is performed. It is assumed that the type is determined to be the action effect C (see step S8008). Further, based on the determination result, as shown in FIG. 54 (8), the action effect C is executed in the variable display of the effect symbol (see steps S8010, S8013, S8105). In the example shown in FIG. 54 (8), a character C appears as the action effect C, and an effect in which the character C throws a ball toward a special hold is executed. Further, in the example shown in FIG. 54 (8), there is a case where the variation display of the effect symbol is reduced and displayed at the end of the display screen of the effect display device 9 during the execution of the action effect. Next, in this example, as shown in FIG. 54 (9), when the end timing of the action effect C is reached, the hold display of the notice target changes from the special hold to the red hold based on the change pattern 410 (steps S8107, S8108). reference).

In the example shown in FIG. 54, the case where the special hold of the triangular display is displayed as the special hold is shown, but when the change pattern for displaying the special hold of the rectangular display is determined, FIG. 54 ( In 3) to (8), the special hold of the rectangular display is displayed. Further, in the example shown in FIG. 54, the case where the red hold is displayed as the final display mode is shown, but when the change pattern for displaying the blue hold is determined as the final display mode, FIG. 54 ( In 9), the special hold changes to the blue hold.

Next, with reference to FIG. 55, an effect mode of the hold notice effect when the hold display of the notice target finally returns to the normal hold will be described. As shown in FIG. 55 (1), it is assumed that a new start winning is generated in the first starting winning opening 13 while the effect display device 9 is executing the variable display of the left, middle, and right effect symbols. In this example, it is assumed that a new start prize is generated in a state where the first hold storage number is 3, and the first hold storage number is increased to 4, and the normal hold is increased by 1 in the first hold storage display unit 9a. Let's assume. Further, in this example, it is assumed that the final display mode of the new hold display is determined to be normal hold (via special hold), and the change pattern 402 is determined as the change pattern. Then, based on the end of the variable display time, as shown in FIG. 55 (2), the effect display device 9 ends the variable display of the effect symbol.

Next, the hold memory is digested one by one, the hold display is shifted and displayed one by one, and the next variable display is started in the effect display device 9 as shown in FIG. 55 (3). In the example shown in FIG. 55 (3), when the variable display is started, the hold display of the notice target is changed from the normal hold to the special hold of the triangular display based on the change pattern 402 (see step S8005). Then, based on the end of the variable display time, as shown in FIG. 55 (4), the effect display device 9 ends the variable display of the effect symbol.

Next, the hold memory is digested one by one, the hold display is shifted and displayed one by one, and the next variable display is started in the effect display device 9 as shown in FIG. 55 (5). In the example shown in FIG. 55 (5), when the variation display is started, it is determined that it is the executable timing of the action effect based on the change pattern 402, and it is decided to execute the action effect, and the action effect is performed. It is assumed that the type is determined to be the action effect B (see step S8008). Further, based on the determination result, as shown in FIG. 55 (5), the action effect B is executed in the variable display of the effect symbol (see steps S8010, S8013, S8105). In the example shown in FIG. 55 (5), a character B appears as the action effect B, and an effect in which the character B throws a ball toward a special hold is executed. Further, in the example shown in FIG. 55 (5), there is a case where the variation display of the effect symbol is reduced and displayed at the end of the display screen of the effect display device 9 during the execution of the action effect. Next, in this example, as shown in FIG. 55 (6), even when the end timing of the action effect B is reached, the hold display of the advance notice target does not change as a special hold based on the change pattern 402. Then, based on the end of the variable display time, as shown in FIG. 55 (7), the effect display device 9 ends the variable display of the effect symbol.

Next, the hold memory is digested one by one, the hold display is shifted and displayed one by one, and the next variable display is started in the effect display device 9 as shown in FIG. 55 (8). In the example shown in FIG. 55 (8), when the variation display is started, it is determined that it is the executable timing of the action effect based on the change pattern 402, and it is decided to execute the action effect, and the action effect is performed. It is assumed that the type is determined to be the action effect A (see step S8008). Further, based on the determination result, as shown in FIG. 55 (8), the action effect A is executed in the variable display of the effect symbol (see steps S8010, S8013, S8105). In the example shown in FIG. 55 (8), a character A appears as the action effect A, and an effect in which the character A throws a ball toward a special hold is executed. Further, in the example shown in FIG. 55 (8), there is a case where the variation display of the effect symbol is reduced and displayed at the end of the display screen of the effect display device 9 during the execution of the action effect. Next, in this example, as shown in FIG. 55 (9), when the end timing of the action effect A is reached, the hold display of the notice target changes from the special hold to the normal hold based on the change pattern 402 (steps S8109, S8110). reference).

In the example shown in FIG. 55, the case where the special hold of the triangle display is displayed as the special hold is shown, but when the change pattern for displaying the special hold of the rectangular display is determined, FIG. 55 ( In 3) to (8), the special hold of the rectangular display is displayed.

In the hold notice effect shown in FIGS. 54 and 55, the way of showing the action effect may be different depending on which display mode the hold display changes (or does not change). For example, if the hold display remains special hold and does not change, characters such as "failure" are displayed, and if the hold display changes from special hold to normal hold, characters such as "major failure" are displayed. When the hold display changes from special hold to blue hold or red hold, characters such as "success" may be displayed.

Further, for example, when the display mode of the hold display is configured to change from the blue hold to the red hold, and the hold display changes from the blue hold to the red hold, a character display such as "success" is displayed. If the hold display changes from special hold to red hold at once, characters such as "great success" may be displayed.

Next, an effect mode of the lamp effect will be described. 56 and 57 are explanatory views showing an example of an effect mode of the lamp effect. It is assumed that the BGM effect is always executed during the period shown in FIGS. 56 and 57.

In the example of FIG. 56, as shown in FIGS. 56 (A1) and 56 (A2), the effect display device 9 starts the variation display (immediate variation) immediately before the variation display (target variation) of the advance notice target, and the target variation is started. The hold display 9a corresponding to is changed to a blue hold 9a by the hold notice effect (for example, it corresponds to the timing of T11 in FIG. 44, and is realized by the processing of steps S8108 and S8112). At this time, as shown in FIGS. 56 (B1) and 56 (B2), the light emitting member 200d constituting the special lamp is controlled to emit light (lighting, blinking, etc.) according to a light emitting pattern corresponding to the BGM effect (for example, , Realized by the process of step S6106). In the example of FIG. 56 (A2), the blue hold 9a is represented by the horizontal stripe pattern.

Then, as shown in FIGS. 56 (A3) and 56 (A4), when the immediately preceding fluctuation ends and the target fluctuation is started, the blue hold 9a displayed corresponding to the target fluctuation is deleted (for example,). It corresponds to the timing of T12, and is realized by the process of step S634). At this time, as shown in FIGS. 56 (B3) and 56 (B4), the light emitting member 200d is controlled to emit light (lighting, blinking, etc.) by a light emitting pattern corresponding to the hold notice effect (blue hold *) (lighting, blinking, etc.). For example, it is realized by the process of step S6104).

In this embodiment, the active display corresponding to the currently executing variable display is not configured to be displayed, but for example, the active display can be displayed by a display mode that inherits the display mode of the hold display. You may do so. FIG. 57 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of an effect mode of the lamp effect in a configuration capable of displaying the active display.

In the example of FIG. 57, as shown in FIGS. 57 (A1) and 57 (A2), the effect display device 9 starts the variation display (immediate variation) immediately before the variation display (target variation) of the advance notice target, and the target variation. The hold display 9a corresponding to is changed to a blue hold 9a by the hold notice effect (for example, it corresponds to the timing of T11 in FIG. 44, and is realized by the processing of steps S8108 and S8112). At this time, as shown in FIGS. 57 (B1) and 57 (B2), the light emitting member 200d constituting the performance special lamp is controlled to emit light (lighting, blinking, etc.) according to a light emitting pattern corresponding to the BGM effect (lighting, blinking, etc.). For example, it is realized by the process of step S6106). Further, in the lower left area of the display area of the effect display device 9, the active display is displayed in the active display area 18 corresponding to the variable display currently being executed. In the example of FIG. 57 (A2), the blue hold 9a is represented by the horizontal stripe pattern.

Next, as shown in FIGS. 57 (A3) and 57 (A4), when the immediately preceding fluctuation is completed, the active display is deleted, and when the target fluctuation is started, the blue hold 9a displayed corresponding to the target fluctuation is displayed. The active display is displayed by the display mode that inherits the display mode (for example, it corresponds to the timing of T12, and is realized by the process of step S634). At this time, as shown in FIGS. 57 (B3) and 57 (B4), the light emitting member 200d is controlled to emit light (lighting, blinking, etc.) according to a light emitting pattern corresponding to the hold notice effect (blue hold *) (lighting, blinking, etc.). For example, it is realized by the process of step S6104).

In the example shown in FIG. 57, since the active display is displayed in a display mode that inherits the display mode of the hold display, the special lamp can be made to emit light in a mode corresponding to the display mode of the active display. With such a configuration, the effect of production can be synergistically enhanced.

Further, in the example shown in FIG. 57, when the hold display is displayed corresponding to one hold memory, the light emission control of the special lamp is performed corresponding to the BGM effect, and the operation is being executed based on the one hold memory. When the active display is displayed in response to the variable display, the light emission control of the special lamp can be performed in correspondence with the active display. With such a configuration, since the light emission control of the special lamp corresponding to the BGM effect is not interrupted frequently, it is possible to prevent a decrease in the interest of the game.

In particular, when the stage of the hold display by the hold notice effect is less than the predetermined stage (for example, blue hold), or when the expectation degree according to the display mode of the hold display is less than the predetermined expectation degree (for example, due to the character B hold described later). When the hold display is displayed (in this example, the target variation is not executed), the light emission control of the special lamp is performed in accordance with the BGM effect. When the variable display that is the target of the hold notice effect is being executed (in this example, the target variable execution state), it is possible to control the light emission of the special lamp in response to the active display that inherits the display mode of the hold display. It is possible. For example, as shown in FIGS. 43 and 44, it is realized by controlling the light emission of the special lamp according to different control orders in the target variation non-execution state and the target variation execution state.

On the other hand, when the stage of the hold display is equal to or higher than a predetermined stage (for example, when the red hold is held), or when the degree of expectation according to the display mode of the hold display is equal to or higher than the predetermined degree of expectation (for example, due to the character A hold described later). (When the expected degree is higher than the suggested degree), the light emission control of the special lamp corresponding to the display mode of the hold display and the active display is performed from the time when the hold display is displayed to the period when the active display is displayed. It can be performed. With such a configuration, it is possible to realize the light emission control of the special lamp according to the degree of attention, and it is possible to enhance the effect of the effect.

In this embodiment, the display mode of the hold display by the hold notice effect is configured so that the jackpot expectation is gradually increased due to the difference in color, such as normal hold <blue hold <red hold. However, in addition to such a configuration, the hold display may be changed to a different shape depending on the hold notice effect, so that the jackpot expectation degree may be suggested. For example, the jackpot expectation is also suggested by changing the hold display to character A or character B, and the expectation of each display mode is normal hold <blue hold <character B hold, as shown in FIG. 58 (1). <Character A hold <Red hold may be set. Further, for example, the lamp effect corresponding to the hold notice effect (character A hold) emits green light (lights, blinks, etc.), and the lamp effect corresponding to the hold notice effect (character B hold) emits yellow light (lights, blinks). Etc.). Then, in this case, during the execution of the BGM effect, if the expectation level according to the display mode of the hold display is equal to or higher than the predetermined expectation level (for example, the jackpot expectation level suggested by the character A hold), the hold display is displayed. In correspondence, the light emission control of the special lamp may be performed, and if it is less than the predetermined expected degree, the light emission control of the special lamp may be performed in correspondence with the BGM effect. For example, as shown in the first control sequence of FIG. 58 (2), even when the hold notice effect is executed, the expected degree according to the display mode of the hold display is less than the expected degree when the character A is held ( For example, in the case of character B hold or blue hold), the BGM effect is prioritized.

With such a configuration, when the expectation level according to the display mode of the hold display by the hold notice effect is less than the predetermined expectation level, the light emission control of the special lamp is performed in accordance with the BGM effect, that is, it is not interrupted. It is possible to prevent the game from being deteriorated.

In addition, the hold display is displayed according to any of a plurality of display modes having different expectations (that is, it is also displayed depending on the mode such as character A or character B, and is normally held <blue hold <red hold. In a configuration in which the degree of expectation is not limited to a stepwise change due to a difference), as shown in the second control sequence of FIG. 58 (2), when the variable display is started based on the hold storage, the said When the expectation level according to the display mode of the hold display corresponding to the hold storage is equal to or higher than the predetermined expectation level (for example, the expectation level suggested by the character B hold), the mode according to the expectation level according to the display mode of the hold display is used. It may be possible to control the light emission of the special lamp.

In addition, the hold display is displayed according to any of a plurality of display modes having different expectations (that is, it is also displayed depending on the mode such as character A or character B, and is colored such as normal hold <blue hold <red hold. In a configuration in which the expectation level is not limited to a stepwise change due to a difference), when the expectation level according to the display mode of the hold display is less than the predetermined expectation level (for example, less than the expectation level suggested by the character B hold). Controls the light emission of the special lamp in response to the BGM effect when the hold display is displayed (in this example, the target change non-execution state), but the change display that is the target of the hold notice effect is executed. When this is done (in this example, the target variation execution state), the light emission control of the special lamp may be performed in response to the hold notice effect that has been executed. For example, as shown in FIG. 58 (2), it is realized by controlling the light emission of the special lamp according to different control orders in the target variation non-execution state and the target variation execution state.

With such a configuration, since the light emission control of the special lamp corresponding to the BGM effect is not frequently interrupted, it is possible to prevent a decrease in the interest of the game and to pay attention to the variable display that is the target of the hold notice effect. ..

On the other hand, when the expected degree according to the display mode of the hold display is equal to or higher than the predetermined expected degree (for example, the expected degree suggested by the character A hold), the hold display is displayed (in this example, the target variation). From the non-execution state), the light emission control of the special lamp may be performed in response to the hold notice effect. For example, as shown in FIG. 58 (2), even in the first control sequence applied in the target variation non-execution state, in the case of a hold notice effect (red hold or character A hold) with a high degree of expectation, the BGM effect is used. Is also realized by giving priority.

With such a configuration, it is possible to realize the light emission control of the special lamp according to the degree of attention of the hold notice effect, and it is possible to enhance the effect of the effect.

In this embodiment, it is possible to execute an effect such as a hold notice effect, but in addition to or instead of such a configuration, a notice effect for notifying that the variable display during execution will be a big hit is expected. Depending on the situation, the execution may be performed in any one of a plurality of stages, and the light emission control of the special lamp may be performed in response to these advance notice effects. As a preliminary announcement effect, as shown in FIG. 59 (1), a step-up effect that is executed stepwise from one of steps 1 to 3 and a mini character effect in which mini characters A to C appear stepwise are executed. It may be possible. In addition, not only the mode to be executed stepwise, but also the advance notice effect that can be executed by a plurality of effect modes having different expectations (for example, a cut-in effect having different expectations depending on the type of the image to be cut-in displayed) is executed. It may be possible.

Even in such a configuration, when the stage of the advance notice effect is equal to or higher than the predetermined stage (that is, when the degree of expectation according to the effect mode is equal to or higher than the predetermined degree of expectation) during the execution of the BGM effect, it is special in response to the advance notice effect. Light emission control of the lamp is performed, and when the stage of the advance notice effect is less than the predetermined stage (that is, when the expected degree according to the effect mode is less than the predetermined expected degree), the light emission control of the special lamp is performed corresponding to the BGM effect. You may do it. For example, as shown in the control sequence of FIG. 59 (2), even when the step-up effect is executed, the BGM effect is prioritized in the step 1 stage, and the step-up effect is prioritized in the steps 2 and 3. To.

With such a configuration, when the stage of the advance notice effect is less than a predetermined stage (in other words, when the expectation of the advance notice effect being executed is low), the light emission control of the special lamp is controlled in correspondence with the BGM effect. Since it is performed, that is, it is not interrupted, it is possible to prevent the game from being deteriorated.

Further, in the step-up effect shown in FIG. 60 (A1), the step-up image 201 is displayed in the center of the display area of the effect display device 9, and in the mini character effect shown in FIG. 60 (A2), the effect display device 9 is displayed. At the lower right of the area, the mini character image 201 is displayed, and the step-up image 201 occupies a higher proportion of the entire display area of the effect display device 9 than the mini character image 201. In other words, the step-up effect is a flashy effect that is more easily recognized by the player than the mini character effect. In this case, in the step-up effect, when the degree of expectation according to the effect mode is equal to or higher than the predetermined degree of expectation (for example, in the case of step-up 2), the light emission control of the special lamp is performed in response to the step-up effect, while the mini character effect is produced. In the case where the degree of expectation is equal to or higher than the predetermined degree of expectation (for example, in the case of the mini character C having the highest degree of expectation), the light emission control of the special lamp may be performed in response to the BGM effect.

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 60, in the case of the step-up effect, the mode corresponding to the mode of the step-up image 201 corresponding to the step-up 2 (in FIGS. 60 (A1) and B1), it is represented by a horizontal stripe pattern. The special lamp (light emitting member 200d) is controlled to emit light, but in the case of mini character production, even if the mini character image 202 corresponding to mini character B is displayed, the special lamp corresponds to the mini character production. The control to make the (light emitting member 200d) emit light is not performed. With such a configuration, it is possible to control the light emission of the special lamp according to the type and feature of the advance notice effect, and it is possible to enhance the effect of the effect.

In addition, when controlling the light emission of the special lamp in response to the advance notice effect (for example, step-up effect or cut-in effect), the special lamp emits light according to the stage of the advance notice effect (or the degree of expectation depending on the effect mode). Control may be performed. For example, when the step-up effect is step 2, the special lamp is controlled to emit blue light (lighting, blinking, etc.), and when the step-up effect is step 3, the special lamp is controlled to emit red light (lighting, blinking, etc.). It may be.

When controlling the light emission of the special lamp in response to the advance notice effect (for example, step-up effect or cut-in effect), the light is emitted in a manner different from that in the case of controlling the light emission of the special lamp in response to the BGM effect. May be good. For example, in a configuration in which the special lamp is controlled to emit white light (lighting, blinking, etc.) in response to the BGM effect, the special lamp is set to a color other than white in response to the advance notice effect (for example, step-up effect or cut-in effect). In the configuration where the control is performed to emit light (lighting, blinking, etc.) in the color of, and the special lamp is controlled to emit light (lighting, blinking, etc.) in white, blue, and yellow in response to the BGM effect, a notice effect is produced. (For example, a control may be performed to make the special lamp emit light (lighting, blinking, etc.) in a color other than white, blue, and yellow in response to (for example, step-up effect or cut-in effect).

Further, among the lamps 200, the light emitting member 200d (specific lamp) can emit light in response to a notice effect (for example, a step-up effect or a cut-in effect), and the light emitting members 200a to 200c are a BGM effect, a definite notification effect, and an error effect. However, it may not emit light in response to a notice effect (for example, a step-up effect or a cut-in effect). With such a configuration, the lamp effect related to the notice effect and the lamp effect related to the BGM effect can coexist, and it is possible to prevent a deterioration in the game interest.

In addition, if the configuration is such that it is possible to control the light emission of a specific lamp in response to the advance notice effect for the variable display during execution and the look-ahead advance notice effect (holding advance notice effect, etc.), the advance notice effect is always performed rather than the look-ahead advance notice effect. The lamp effect may be executed with priority, or in principle, the lamp effect is executed with priority given to the advance notice effect over the look-ahead notice effect, but when the expectation level of the look-ahead notice effect is equal to or higher than the predetermined expectation level. Or, (or in addition), when the expected degree of the advance notice effect is less than the predetermined expected degree, the lamp effect may be executed with priority given to the look-ahead advance notice effect.

As described above, according to this embodiment, the specific display means capable of displaying the specific display (for example, hold display or active display) related to the variable display and the light emitting means (for example, the lamp 200 or the lamp 200). It is equipped with a special lamp (light emitting member 200d)).

Then, the specific display is displayed in one of a plurality of stages (for example, a stage of normal hold <blue hold <red hold) according to the degree of expectation controlled in an advantageous state, and the light emitting means is a specific effect. There are times when light is emitted in relation to (for example, BGM effect) and times when light is emitted in connection with a specific display, and when the specific display stage is equal to or higher than a predetermined stage during execution of the specific effect (for example,). In the case of normal hold <blue hold <red hold, which is the red hold stage), the light emission control of the light emitting means is performed in relation to the specific display, and the specific display stage is less than the predetermined stage. In the above, the light emission control of the light emitting means is performed in relation to the specific effect (for example, as shown in the first control order of FIG. 43, even when the hold notice effect is executed, it is less than the red hold (for example). In the case of blue hold or special hold), BGM production has priority). Therefore, when the specific display stage is less than a predetermined stage, the light emission control of the light emitting means is performed in relation to the specific effect, that is, it is not interrupted, so that it is possible to prevent a deterioration of the game interest.

As an example of a specific effect, a BGM effect that has nothing to do with the expectation for a big hit has been described, but the present invention is not limited to this, and an effect that suggests a logarithmic expectation for a big hit (for example, suggests a logarithmic expectation for a big hit). BGM production, etc.) may be used. Further, as an example of the specific effect, a BGM effect that outputs a sound has been described, but the present invention is not limited to this, and an effect that displays an image that can be executed in association with the light emission control of the light emitting means (for example, an effect display device at the time of pre-reading notice). It is an effect that is executed over a plurality of fluctuations, such as a display effect in which the character moves on the background screen of 9 (a display effect that can be executed by linking the movement of the character and the light emission of the lamp by the lamp effect). You may. That is, the specific effect may be an effect that is executed over a plurality of fluctuations and can be executed in association with the light emission control of the light emitting means.

In addition, "lighting in relation to a specific display" includes not only emitting light corresponding to the specific display currently displayed, but also emitting light corresponding to the specific display displayed in the past. It is a concept. Specifically, not only does it emit light in response to the hold display currently displayed as red hold due to the hold notice effect, but also the hold display that was displayed in red hold due to the hold notice effect (currently erased and subject to notice). It includes emitting light in response to (the variable display of the above is executed, or the display mode is inherited and displayed as the active display and the variable display of the notice target is executed).

Further, according to this embodiment, the specific display has a plurality of display modes having different expectations controlled in an advantageous state (for example, as shown in FIG. 58 (1), normal hold <blue hold <character B hold <character. It is displayed by one of the display modes of A hold <red hold display mode), and the light emitting means may emit light in connection with a specific effect or may emit light in connection with a specific display. During the execution of the effect, if the expected degree according to the display mode of the specific display is equal to or higher than the predetermined expected degree, the light emission control of the light emitting means is performed in relation to the specific display, and the expected degree according to the display mode of the specific display is the predetermined degree. If it is less than the expected degree, the light emission control of the light emitting means is performed in relation to the specific effect (for example, even when the hold notice effect is executed as shown in the first control order of FIG. 58 (2)). , When the expected degree according to the display mode of the hold display is less than the expected degree at the time of character A hold (for example, in the case of character B hold or blue hold), the BGM effect is prioritized). Therefore, when the degree of expectation according to the display mode of the specific display is less than the predetermined degree of expectation, the light emission control of the light emitting means is performed in relation to the specific effect, that is, it is not interrupted, so that it is possible to prevent a deterioration of the game interest. it can.

Further, according to this embodiment, during the execution of the specific effect, the specific display changes to a predetermined timing (for example, the start timing of the target variation (that is, the timing when the active display is displayed)) or the red hold after the specific display is displayed. The light emission control of the light emitting means is performed in relation to the specific effect until the timing (that is, the timing when the super reach is confirmed) is reached, and after the predetermined timing, the light emission control of the light emitting means is performed in relation to the specific display. (See FIGS. 44 and 45). Therefore, since the light emission control of the light emitting means associated with the specific effect is not interrupted frequently, it is possible to prevent a decrease in the interest of the game. In this embodiment, the start time of the target change is set as the above-mentioned predetermined timing, but the present invention is not limited to such a configuration, and may be an arbitrary timing such as a specific shift timing before the start of the target change. , It may be an arbitrary timing such as the timing when a specific effect during the target change is executed.

Further, according to this embodiment, when the specific effect is being executed in the first state (for example, the target variation non-execution state), the light emission control of the light emitting means is performed in relation to the specific effect. When a specific effect is being executed in a second state (for example, a target variation execution state) different from the first state, the light emission control of the light emitting means is performed in relation to the specific display (see FIG. 44). Therefore, it is possible to prevent a decrease in the interest of the game because it is possible to switch whether to control the light emission of the light emitting means in relation to the specific effect or the specific display according to the state. In this embodiment, the control order to be applied is switched between the target variation non-execution state and the target variation execution state, but the control order is not limited to such a configuration, for example, a high base state, a low base state, and a probable change state. The control order applied in the game state such as the non-probability change state may be switched, and depending on which of a plurality of types of effect modes (for example, the background screen and the type of the effect to be executed are different) is controlled. The control order to be applied may be switched.

For example, the first control sequence is applied in the first state (low base state, non-probability change state, first effect mode, etc.), and the second state (high base state, probability change state, second effect mode, etc.) is the first. When 2 control sequences are applied, in the first state (low base state, non-probability change state, first effect mode, etc.), the lamp effect corresponding to the BGM effect is prioritized over the hold notice effect (blue hold), and the second state. In (high base state, probability change state, second effect mode, etc.), the lamp effect corresponding to the hold notice effect (blue hold) is prioritized over the BGM effect. The BGM effect executed in the second state (high base state, probability change state, second effect mode, etc.) is executed in the first state (low base state, non-probability change state, first effect mode, etc.). If it is more flashy than the production (for example, if the volume is loud, the tempo is fast, or there is lyrics corresponding to the song), the lamp production corresponding to the BGM production is interrupted in the first state. However, in the second state, even if the lamp effect corresponding to the BGM effect is interrupted, it is considered that the excitement is not lacking. In this way, by switching the control order to be applied according to the state, it is possible to execute a suitable lamp effect.

Further, according to this embodiment, the specific display means can display the hold display corresponding to the hold storage as the specific display, and the light emitting means receives the variable display when the variable display is started based on the hold memory. When the stage of the hold display corresponding to the hold storage is a predetermined stage or higher (for example, when the stage of normal hold <blue hold <red hold is higher than the blue hold), the mode corresponding to the stage. (For example, by applying the second control order shown in FIG. 43, the special lamp emits light in blue (lighting, blinking, etc.) in response to the hold notice effect (blue hold *). It is possible to control the special lamp to emit red light (lighting, blinking, etc.) in response to the hold notice effect (red hold *). Therefore, when the stage of the hold display is less than the predetermined stage, the light emission control of the light emitting means is performed in relation to the specific effect, that is, it is not interrupted, so that it is possible to prevent a deterioration of the game interest. Further, when the stage of the hold display is equal to or higher than a predetermined stage, light can be emitted in a mode according to the stage, so that the effect of the effect can be enhanced.

Further, according to this embodiment, when the variable display is started based on the hold storage, the light emitting means has an expectation degree equal to or higher than a predetermined expectation degree according to the display mode of the hold display corresponding to the hold memory (for example, In the case of the expectation degree suggested by the character B hold (see FIG. 58 (1)), it is possible to emit light in an manner corresponding to the expectation degree (for example, the second control sequence shown in FIG. 58 (2). By applying it, it is possible to control the special lamp to emit light (lighting, blinking, etc.) in response to the hold notice effect (character B hold). Therefore, when the expectation degree according to the display mode of the hold display is less than the predetermined expectation degree, the light emission control of the light emitting means is performed in relation to the specific effect, that is, it is not interrupted, so that it is possible to prevent a deterioration of the game interest. it can. Further, when the expected degree according to the display mode of the hold display is equal to or higher than the predetermined expected degree, the light can be emitted according to the expected degree, so that the effect of the effect can be enhanced.

Further, according to this embodiment, the specific display means can display a corresponding display (for example, an active display) corresponding to the variable display being executed as the specific display, and the light emitting means can display the corresponding display. It is possible to emit light according to the corresponding mode (see FIG. 57). Therefore, since it is possible to emit light in a mode corresponding to the display mode of the corresponding display, the effect of the effect can be enhanced.

Further, according to this embodiment, the specific display means can display a hold display corresponding to the hold storage and a corresponding display (for example, an active display) corresponding to the variable display during execution as the specific display. , When the hold display is displayed corresponding to one hold memory (for example, the target variation non-execution state), the light emission control of the light emitting means is performed in relation to the specific effect, and the light emission is executed based on the one hold memory. When the corresponding display is displayed corresponding to the variable display inside (for example, the target variation execution state), it is possible to control the light emission of the light emitting means in relation to the corresponding display (FIGS. 44 and 57). Reference. That is, in the target change non-execution state after the start of the hold notice effect (blue hold) and before the start of the target change, the BGM effect is prioritized over the hold notice effect (blue hold), and in the target change execution state during the target change. Gives priority to the hold notice effect (blue hold) * over the BGM effect). Therefore, since the light emission control of the light emitting means associated with the specific effect is not interrupted frequently, it is possible to prevent a decrease in the interest of the game.

Further, according to this embodiment, when the hold display stage is equal to or higher than a predetermined stage (for example, red hold), the corresponding display is displayed from the time when the hold display is displayed (for example, the target variation non-execution state). It is possible to control the light emission of the light emitting means over the period (for example, the target variation execution state) (see FIGS. 43 and 45). Therefore, when the stage of the hold display is less than the predetermined stage, the light emission control of the light emitting means is performed in relation to the specific effect, that is, it is not interrupted, so that it is possible to prevent a deterioration of the game interest and the hold display. When the stage of is equal to or higher than a predetermined stage, the light emission control of the light emitting means is performed from the time when the hold display is displayed to the period when the corresponding display is displayed. Can be realized, and the effect of production can be enhanced.

Further, according to this embodiment, when the degree of expectation according to the display mode of the hold display is equal to or higher than the predetermined degree of expectation (for example, when the degree of expectation is equal to or higher than the degree of expectation suggested by the character A hold. See FIG. 58 (1)). The light emission control of the light emitting means is performed in relation to the hold display (see FIGS. 45 and 58 (2). That is, after the start of the hold notice effect and before the start of the target change, the state of non-execution of the target change is held rather than the BGM effect. Priority may be given to the advance notice effect (red hold). Therefore, when the expectation degree according to the display mode of the hold display is less than the predetermined expectation degree, the light emission control of the light emitting means is performed in relation to the specific effect, that is, it is not interrupted, so that it is possible to prevent a deterioration of the game interest. In addition, when the degree of expectation according to the display mode of the hold display is equal to or higher than the predetermined degree of expectation, the light emission control of the light emitting means is performed in relation to the hold display, so that the light emission control of the light emitting means according to the degree of attention is realized. It is possible to enhance the effect of production.

Further, according to this embodiment, when the light emitting means emits light in relation to the specific effect, the light emitting means can emit light in a mode different from the mode in which the light is emitted in relation to the specific display. For example, in a configuration that controls the special lamp to emit white light (lighting, blinking, etc.) in response to the BGM effect, the special lamp emits light in a color other than white (lighting, blinking, etc.) in response to the hold notice effect. In the configuration where the control is performed to make the special lamp emit white, blue, and yellow (lighting, blinking, etc.) in response to the BGM effect, the special lamp is set to white in response to the hold notice effect. Control the light emission (lighting, blinking, etc.) in colors other than blue and yellow. Therefore, it is possible to make it easy to understand whether the light is emitted in relation to the specific effect or the specific display, and it is possible to prevent misunderstanding.

Further, according to this embodiment, a first light emitting means capable of emitting light in relation to the specific display (for example, a light emitting member 200d (specific lamp)) and a second light emitting means capable of emitting light in relation to the specific display. When a plurality of light emitting means (for example, lamps 200) including (for example, light emitting members 200a to 200c) are provided and the light emitting control of the first light emitting means is performed in relation to the specific display during the execution of the specific effect. Alternatively, the light emission control of the second light emitting means may be performed in relation to the specific effect. Therefore, the light emission control of the light emitting means associated with the specific display and the light emitting control of the light emitting means related to the specific effect can coexist, and it is possible to prevent a deterioration of the game interest.

Further, according to this embodiment, the advance notice effect (for example, step-up effect or mini character effect) can be executed in any one of a plurality of stages according to the degree of expectation controlled in the advantageous state. The light emitting means may emit light in connection with a specific effect (for example, BGM effect) or may emit light in connection with a notice effect, and the light emitting means may emit light in connection with the notice effect. Is more than a predetermined stage, the light emitting means is controlled in relation to the advance notice effect, and when the stage of the advance notice effect is less than the predetermined stage, the light emission control of the light emitting means is performed in relation to the specific effect. (See FIG. 59 (2)). Therefore, when the stage of the advance notice effect is less than a predetermined stage, the light emission control of the light emitting means is performed in relation to the specific effect, that is, it is not interrupted, so that it is possible to prevent a deterioration of the game interest.

Further, according to this embodiment, a notice effect execution means capable of executing a notice effect (for example, a step-up effect, a mini character effect, a cut-in effect, etc.) by a plurality of effect modes having different expectations controlled in an advantageous state. The light emitting means may emit light in connection with the specific effect or may emit light in connection with the advance notice effect, and during the execution of the specific effect, the degree of expectation depending on the effect mode of the advance notice effect is the predetermined degree of expectation. If the above is the case, the light emission control of the light emitting means is performed in relation to the advance notice effect, and if the expected degree according to the effect mode of the advance notice effect is less than the predetermined expected degree, the light emitting means is related to the specific effect. It can be configured to control light emission (see FIG. 59 (2)). Therefore, when the degree of expectation according to the effect mode of the advance notice effect is less than the predetermined degree of expectation, the light emission control of the light emitting means is performed in relation to the specific effect, that is, it is not interrupted, so that it is possible to prevent a deterioration of the game interest. it can.

Further, according to this embodiment, the notice effect execution means can execute the first notice effect (for example, step-up effect) and the second notice effect (for example, mini character effect), and in the first notice effect, When the expected degree according to the effect mode is equal to or higher than the predetermined expected degree (for example, step-up 2 or more), the light emission control of the light emitting means is performed in relation to the first notice effect, while the effect mode in the second notice effect. Even when the degree of expectation according to the above is equal to or higher than the predetermined degree of expectation, the light emission control of the light emitting means can be performed in relation to the specific effect (see FIGS. 59 (2) and 60). Therefore, it is possible to control the light emission of the light emitting means according to the type of the advance notice effect, and it is possible to enhance the effect of the effect.

Further, according to this embodiment, in the first notice effect, the ratio of the display by the effect to the entire display area of the display means may be higher than that in the second notice effect (see FIG. 60). In this case, the light emission control of the light emitting means can be preferably performed according to the characteristics of the advance notice effect, and the effect of the effect can be enhanced.

Further, according to this embodiment, when the stage of the advance notice effect is equal to or higher than a predetermined stage, the light emitting means can emit light in a mode corresponding to the stage (see FIG. 59 (2)). it can. Therefore, when the stage of the advance notice effect is less than a predetermined stage, the light emission control of the light emitting means is performed in relation to the specific effect, that is, it is not interrupted, so that it is possible to prevent a deterioration of the game interest. Further, when the stage of the advance notice effect is equal to or higher than a predetermined stage, the effect of the effect can be enhanced because the light can be emitted in a mode according to the stage.

Further, according to this embodiment, when the degree of expectation according to the effect mode of the advance notice effect is equal to or higher than the predetermined degree of expectation, the light emitting means can emit light according to the degree of expectation (FIG. 59 (2). ) Can be configured as follows. Therefore, when the degree of expectation according to the effect mode of the advance notice effect is less than the predetermined degree of expectation, the light emission control of the light emitting means is performed in relation to the specific effect, that is, it is not interrupted, so that it is possible to prevent a deterioration of the game interest. it can. Further, when the expected degree according to the effect mode of the advance notice effect is equal to or higher than the predetermined expected degree, the effect can be enhanced because the light can be emitted according to the expected degree.

Further, according to this embodiment, when the light emitting means emits light in relation to the specific effect, the light emitting means can emit light in a mode different from the mode in which the light is emitted in relation to the advance notice effect (for example, step-up). The effect (step-up 3) emits red light (lighting, blinking, etc.), and the lamp effect corresponding to the step-up effect (step-up 2) emits blue light (lighting, blinking, etc.), and the lamp effect corresponding to the BGM effect. Can be configured to emit light (lights, blinks, etc.) in white. Therefore, it is possible to make it easy to understand whether the light is emitted in relation to the specific effect or the specific display, and it is possible to prevent misunderstanding.

Further, according to this embodiment, a first light emitting means capable of emitting light in connection with the advance notice effect (for example, a light emitting member 200d (specific lamp)) and a second light emitting means capable of emitting light in connection with the advance notice effect. When a plurality of light emitting means (for example, lamps 200) including (for example, light emitting members 200a to 200c) are provided and the light emitting control of the first light emitting means is performed in relation to the advance notice effect during the execution of the specific effect. Also, it can be configured to control the light emission of the second light emitting means in relation to the specific effect. Therefore, the light emission control of the light emitting means associated with the specific display and the light emitting control of the light emitting means related to the specific effect can coexist, and it is possible to prevent a deterioration of the game interest.

Further, according to this embodiment, the specific display corresponding to the variable display (hold display in this example) can be displayed, and after the specific display is displayed in the first aspect (special hold in this example), the specific display is displayed. It is possible to execute a change effect (in this example, a hold notice effect accompanied by an action effect) that changes the display mode of the specific display. Further, as a change effect, after displaying the specific display by the first aspect, it is possible to execute an effect of changing the display mode of the specific display to the second aspect (blue hold or red hold in this example) having a high advantage. At the same time, as a change effect, when the display mode of the specific display is not changed to the second mode after the specific display is displayed by the first mode, the display mode of the specific display is changed to the third mode (usually in this example). It is possible to execute an effect that changes to (hold). Then, the specific display displayed by the third aspect has a lower rate of changing to the second aspect than the specific display displayed by the first aspect (in this example, as shown in FIGS. 40 and 41, the special hold The change pattern that changes from to normal hold to red hold is only the change pattern 411,414 that can be selected only when the first hold memory number is 4 at the start winning and the super reach jackpot, and the judgment value The allocation is extremely small, and the change patterns 31, 32, 401 to 404, which do not change as normal hold, have more judgment value allocations. After changing from special hold to normal hold, it does not change to red hold. It may be one.). Therefore, it is possible to prevent a decrease in the effect of the effect when the change effect is executed.

In the above embodiment, the fluctuation time, the type of reach effect, and the presence / absence of pseudo-ream (an effect in which one or more temporary stops and re-variations of symbols are executed during one variable display) and the like. An example was shown in which one variation pattern command was transmitted when the variation was started in order to notify the effect control microcomputer 100 of the variation pattern indicating the mode, but the variation pattern was produced and controlled by two or more commands. The microcomputer 100 may be notified. Specifically, when notifying with two commands, the game control microcomputer 560 uses the first command as the first command, such as the presence / absence of a pseudo-ream, the presence / absence of a slip effect, etc. A command indicating the fluctuation time and fluctuation mode before the second stop is sent, and the second command is the type of reach, the presence or absence of a re-lottery effect, etc. A command indicating the fluctuation time and the fluctuation mode (after the second stop) may be transmitted. In that case, the effect control microcomputer 100 may perform the effect control in the variable display (variable display) based on the variable time derived from the combination of the two commands. The game control microcomputer 560 may notify the fluctuation time by each of the two commands, and the effect control microcomputer 100 may select a specific fluctuation mode to be executed at each timing. .. 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 following A second command may be sent (in the timer interrupt). The variation mode indicated by each command is not limited to such an example, and the order of transmission can be changed as appropriate. By notifying the fluctuation pattern with two or more commands in this way, the amount of data that must be stored as the fluctuation pattern command can be reduced.

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, 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, the gaming machine according to the present invention is not limited to a gaming machine that pays out a predetermined number of gaming media as a prize, and a gaming medium such as a gaming ball is enclosed and a score is given when the conditions for giving the prize are satisfied. It can also be applied to a type of gaming machine.

Further, in the above embodiment, there are probabilistic jackpots and normal jackpots as jackpot types, and a gaming machine that is controlled to a probabilistic state after the jackpot game is completed is shown based on the fact that the jackpot type is determined to be probabilistic jackpots. , 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.

Further, in the above-described embodiment, a command (designation of a symbol) that determines whether or not a big hit is achieved on the game control microcomputer 560 side, determines the winning time of the variation pattern type (look-ahead judgment), and indicates the winning judgment result. A command, a variable category command) is transmitted, and a hold notice effect is executed on the production control microcomputer 100 side based on a command indicating the winning determination result. For example, the effect control microcomputer 100 may be configured to perform a winning determination (look-ahead determination). In this case, for example, the game control microcomputer 560 sends a command for specifying only the values of the jackpot determination random number (random R) and the variation pattern type determination random number (random 2) extracted when the start winning is generated. Then, the effect control microcomputer 100 may be configured to perform a winning determination (look-ahead determination) based on the value of a random number specified by those commands.

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 (main display device)
9a 1st hold storage display 9b 2nd hold storage display 13 1st start winning opening 14 2nd starting winning opening 20 Special variable winning ball device 31 Game control board (main board)
56 CPU
560 Game control microcomputer 80 Production control board 100 Production control microcomputer 101 Production control CPU
109 VDP

Claims (1)

A gaming machine that has a variable display and can be controlled to an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player.
Specific display means that can display specific display related to variable display,
A notice effect execution means capable of executing a notice effect by a plurality of effect modes having different expectations controlled in the advantageous state, and
Light emitting means and
Equipped with an operation means that can be operated by the player,
The light emitting means
It includes a first light emitting means capable of emitting light by a light emitting pattern corresponding to a specific display and a second light emitting means capable of emitting light by a light emitting pattern corresponding to the specific display.
There are times when it emits light with a light emission pattern corresponding to a specific effect, and times when it emits light with a light emission pattern corresponding to a notice effect.
During execution of the specific effect, the light emission control of the light emitting means is performed by the light emission pattern corresponding to the specific effect from the time when the specific display is displayed until the predetermined timing is reached, and after the predetermined timing, the light emission corresponding to the specific display is performed. It is possible to control the light emission of the light emitting means by the pattern.
During execution of the specific effect, when the light emission control of the first light emitting means is performed by the light emitting pattern corresponding to the specific display, the light emitting control of the second light emitting means is performed by the light emitting pattern corresponding to the specific effect. Is possible,
The notice effect execution means can execute the first notice effect and the second notice effect as the notice effect.
The first notice production has higher visibility than the second notice production,
During execution of the specific effect, when the degree of expectation that the effect mode of the first notice effect is controlled to the advantageous state is a specific mode equal to or higher than the specific expectation, the light emitting means is provided with a light emission pattern corresponding to the first notice effect. When the degree of expectation that the first notice effect is controlled to the advantageous state is less than the specific expectation , the light emission of the light emitting means is performed by the light emission pattern corresponding to the specific effect. It is possible to control and
During the execution of the specific effect, effect is produced in the second announcement attraction emission of the light emitting unit by the light emission pattern corresponding to the specific effect in the case of representation embodiment at least partially common with the specific embodiment of the first announcement attraction A gaming machine characterized in that it can be controlled.

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