JP6886444B2 - Pachinko machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine capable of executing variable display of specific identification information and controlling it to an advantageous state advantageous to the player.

What is generally known as this type of gaming machine is one that can execute variable display of specific identification information such as a special symbol and can be controlled to an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player.

Some such gaming machines can set setting values having different advantages for the player, such as a jackpot probability, to any of a plurality of setting values, such as when the variable display starts or stops. At this time, there was an effect of suggesting a set value by displaying an image of a character (see Patent Document 1).

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2010-200902

However, there is a problem that it is insufficient to raise the interest in the game in the production that suggests the set value in the manner as in Patent Document 1.

The present invention has been conceived in view of such circumstances, and an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of enhancing the interest in gaming.

(A) A gaming machine capable of executing variable display and controlling to an advantageous state advantageous to the player.
A setting means that can be set to any of a plurality of setting values having different advantages for the player, and
It is equipped with a specific display means that displays a numerical value corresponding to the number of times the variable display is executed as a specific display and updates the numerical value in connection with the execution of the variable display.
The specific display means
The set value is suggested by setting the display mode of the specific display as a special mode.
It is suggested that the advantageous state is controlled by setting the display mode of the specific display to a specific mode different from the special mode.
(1) A gaming machine (pachinko gaming machine 1) capable of executing variable display and controlling an advantageous state (big hit gaming state, etc.) that is advantageous to the player.
A setting means (CPU103, etc.) that can be set to any of a plurality of setting values having different advantages for the player, and
Specific display means (as shown in FIGS. 8-4 (A) to (D)) that display a numerical value corresponding to the number of executions of the variable display as a specific display and update and display the numerical value in connection with the execution of the variable display. As the specific display 106F005, the counter unit 106F006 numerically displays the variable display count, and each time the variable display of the special symbol (decorative symbol) is executed, the variable display count to be displayed is updated and displayed).
The display mode of the specific display displayed by the specific display means is a special mode corresponding to the setting suggestion regarding the setting means (as shown in FIG. 8-4 (B), the counter base 106F007 of the specific display 106F005 is made to emit purple light. Aspects, etc.) are included.

According to such a configuration, a numerical value corresponding to the variable display is displayed as the specific display, and the numerical value is updated and displayed in connection with the execution of the variable display, so that the variable display is displayed in relation to the specific display. It is possible to raise the player's attention to the number of executions, and it is possible to excite the interest in the game.

(2) A gaming machine (pachinko gaming machine 1) capable of executing variable display and controlling an advantageous state (big hit gaming state, etc.) that is advantageous to the player.
A setting means (CPU103, etc.) that can be set to any of a plurality of setting values having different advantages for the player, and
Specific display means capable of displaying a specific display in a common display mode during variable display and non-variable display (as shown in FIGS. 8-4 (A) and 8-4 (B), during variable display of (B)) (A) When the stop is stopped, the specific display 106F005 by the common fluctuation counter image is executed, etc.)
The display mode of the specific display displayed by the specific display means is a special mode corresponding to the setting suggestion regarding the setting means (as shown in FIG. 8-4 (B), the counter base 106F007 of the specific display 106F005 is made to emit purple light. Aspects, etc.) are included.

According to such a configuration, at least a common specific display can be executed during the variable display and the non-variable display, so that the player's attention to the specific display can be increased.

(3) With a gaming machine (pachinko gaming machine 1) that can execute variable display of specific identification information (first special symbol, second special symbol) and control it to an advantageous state (big hit game state, etc.) that is advantageous to the player. There,
A setting means (CPU103, etc.) that can be set to any of a plurality of setting values having different advantages for the player, and
Decorative identification information variable display means (image display device 5, effect control CPU 120, etc.) capable of executing variable display of decorative identification information (decorative pattern) corresponding to variable display of specific identification information, and
A specific display (specific display 106F005, etc. in FIG. 8-4) is displayed in the display area of the decoration identification information (decorative pattern display areas 5L, 5C, 5R, etc. in FIG. 8-4) according to a display priority different from that of the decoration identification information. Specific display means (image display device 65, effect control, etc.) that are possible (as shown in the priority of image display in FIG. 8-5, the specific display is displayed in a display layer having a different priority than the decorative symbol display). With CPU120)
The display mode of the specific display displayed by the specific display means is the specific display 106F005 as shown in FIG. 8-4 (D), which corresponds to the suggestion that the specific display is controlled to the advantageous state (notice effect, etc.). A specific mode in which the counter base 106F007 emits light in red) and a special mode corresponding to the setting suggestion (setting suggestion effect) related to the setting means (as shown in FIG. 8-4 (B), the counter base 106F007 of the specific display 106F005 is purple. (Special mode, etc. to emit light in FIG. 7) (S171, S172 in FIG. 7, 106FS001 to 106FS009 in FIG. 8-8, etc.).

According to such a configuration, the display priority of the specific display and the display of the decorative identification information is different, and the display mode of the specific display displayed by is specified corresponding to the suggestion that the display mode is controlled to the advantageous state. By including the aspect and the special aspect corresponding to the setting suggestion regarding the setting means, it is possible to draw the player's attention to the display mode of the specific display in the game and to excite the interest.

(4) In any of the gaming machines (1) to (3) above,
The specific display according to the special aspect is executed preferentially over the specific display according to the specific aspect (as in 106FS001 to 106FS005, 106FS006 to 106FS009 in FIG. 8-8, the setting suggestion effect of the specific display is more specific. It has a higher priority when it is executed than the notice effect of the display, and it is executed with priority, etc.).

According to such a configuration, as an effect using the specific display, the specific display by the special mode is executed with priority over the specific display by the specific mode, so that it is controlled to an advantageous state such as a setting suggestion regarding the setting means. It is possible to ensure that the display of information that is more valuable to the player than the suggestion of being done is not obstructed by other displays.

(5) In any of the gaming machines (1) to (4) above,
Every time the variable display is executed a predetermined number of times (25 times, etc.) (106FS001YES in FIG. 8-8, etc.), a special mode lottery means (CPU 120 for effect control, FIG. 8) for drawing a lottery regarding execution of the specific display according to the special mode. -8 106FS001 to 106FS003, etc.) were further provided.

According to such a configuration, a lottery regarding the execution of the specific display by a special mode is performed every time the variable display is executed a predetermined number of times. Can be done.

(6) In any of the gaming machines (1) to (5) above,
Corresponding to the display result of the variable display, a specific mode lottery means (CPU 120 for effect control, 106FS006, 106FS007, etc. in FIG. 8-8) for drawing a lottery regarding the execution of the specific display according to the specific mode is further provided.

According to such a configuration, a lottery regarding the execution of the specific display in the specific mode is performed according to the display result of the variable display, so that the player's expectation when the specific display is displayed in the specific mode is further increased. be able to.

(7) In any of the gaming machines (1) to (6) above,
While the variable display is being executed, a corresponding display means (such as a CPU 120 for effect control) capable of performing a corresponding display corresponding to the variable display is further provided.
The specific display that can be displayed by the specific display means has a lower display priority than the corresponding display and a higher display priority than the display of the decorative identification information (in the image display priority of FIG. 8-5). As shown, the specific display has a different display layer so that it has a lower priority than the active display and a higher priority than the decorative pattern display).

According to such a configuration, the specific display has a lower display priority than the corresponding display and a higher priority than the display of the decorative identification information, so that the display of the decorative identification information is not disturbed and the display of the decorative identification information is displayed. It is possible to execute the specific display with an appropriate priority without being disturbed by.

(8) In any of the gaming machines (1) to (7) above,
Further equipped with a game state control means (CPU103, etc.) capable of controlling a plurality of types of game states,
The specific display means can execute the specific display in different game states (normal game state, probability variation game state, time saving game state, small hit rush game state, etc.) ([Specific display can be executed in different game states. A certain production example]).

According to such a configuration, since the specific display can be executed in different gaming states, it is possible to further increase the player's attention to the display mode of the specific display in the game.

(9) In any of the gaming machines (1) to (8) above,
The specific display means can limit the execution of the specific display when the predetermined effect (SP effect of the super reach variation pattern, etc.) is executed (the effect control CPU 120 determines FIGS. 8-9 (C), When the SP effect is executed in the fluctuation pattern of the super reach as in D), the specific display 106F005 is hidden, etc.).

According to such a configuration, it is possible to limit the execution of the specific display when the predetermined effect is executed, so that the player's attention to the predetermined effect can be increased when the predetermined effect is executed. ..

It is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine in this embodiment. It is a block diagram which shows various control boards and the like mounted on the pachinko gaming machine. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the game control main processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of timer interrupt processing for game control. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the effect control main processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of an effect control process process. It is a figure which illustrates the effect control command in a feature part 106F. It is a flowchart which shows the effect control main processing in a feature part 106F. It is a flowchart which shows the sub-side game stop processing in a feature part 106F. It is a display screen view of the image display device which shows the production example of the setting suggestion effect using the specific display, and the effect example of the notification effect using the specific display. It is a figure which shows the display priority of the main image displayed by an image display device. It is a figure which shows the specific display setting suggestion effect selection table. It is a figure which shows the specific display notice effect selection table. It is a flowchart which shows the specific display effect setting process. It is a display screen view of the image display device 5 which shows the effect display which restricts execution of a specific display at the time of execution of a predetermined effect.

(Basic explanation)
First, the basic configuration and control of the pachinko gaming machine 1 (also the configuration and control of a general pachinko gaming machine) will be described.

(Configuration of pachinko machine 1 etc.)
FIG. 1 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine 1, showing an arrangement layout of main members. The pachinko gaming machine (gaming machine) 1 is roughly classified into a gaming board (gauge board) 2 forming a game board surface and a game machine frame (underframe) 3 for supporting and fixing the game board 2. A game area is formed on the game board 2, and a game ball as a game medium is launched from a predetermined ball launching device and is driven into the game area.

At a predetermined position of the game board 2 (in the example shown in FIG. 1, the right side of the game area), a variable display (also referred to as a special figure game) of a special symbol (also referred to as a special figure) as a plurality of types of special identification information is displayed. The first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B to be performed are provided. Each of these consists of a 7-segment LED or the like. The special symbol is represented by a number indicating "0" to "9" or a lighting pattern such as "-". The special symbol may include a pattern in which all the LEDs are turned off.

The "variable display" of the special symbol is, for example, to display a plurality of types of special symbols in a variable manner (the same applies to other symbols described later). Fluctuations include update display of a plurality of symbols, scroll display of a plurality of symbols, deformation of one or more symbols, enlargement / reduction of one or more symbols, and the like. When the special symbol or the ordinary symbol described later is changed, a plurality of types of special symbols or ordinary symbols are updated and displayed. In the variation of the decorative symbol described later, a plurality of types of decorative symbols are scrolled or updated, and one or more decorative symbols are deformed or enlarged / reduced. The variation also includes a mode in which a certain symbol is blinked and displayed. At the end of the variable display, a predetermined special symbol is stopped (also referred to as derivation or derivation display) as a display result (the same applies to the variable display of other symbols described later). The variable display may be expressed as a variable display or a variable display.

The special symbol variably displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A is also referred to as a "first special symbol", and the special symbol variably displayed on the second special symbol display device 4B is also referred to as a "second special symbol". Further, the special figure game using the first special figure is also referred to as a "first special figure game", and the special figure game using the second special figure is also referred to as a "second special figure game". It should be noted that there may be one type of special symbol display device that performs variable display of the special symbol.

An image display device 5 is provided near the center of the game area on the game board 2. The image display device 5 is composed of, for example, an LCD (liquid crystal display device), an organic EL (ElectroLuminescence), or the like, and displays various effects images. The image display device 5 may be composed of a projector and a screen. Various effects images are displayed on the image display device 5.

For example, on the screen of the image display device 5, a decorative symbol (a symbol indicating a number or the like) as a plurality of types of decorative identification information different from the special symbol is synchronized with the first special figure game or the second special figure game. Is variable display. Here, in synchronization with the first special figure game or the second special figure game, the decorative symbols are variably displayed (for example, up and down) in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of "left", "middle", and "right". Direction scroll display and update display). It should be noted that the special figure game and the variable display of decorative symbols executed in synchronization are also collectively referred to as simply variable display.

On the screen of the image display device 5, a display area for displaying a hold display corresponding to the variable display in which execution is suspended or an active display corresponding to the variable display being executed may be provided. Hold display and active display are also collectively referred to as variable display compatible display corresponding to variable display.

The number of variable displays on hold is also called the number of stored items on hold. The number of reserved storage corresponding to the first special figure game is also referred to as the first reserved storage number, and the number of reserved storage corresponding to the second special figure game is also referred to as the second reserved storage number. Further, the total of the first reserved storage number and the second reserved storage number is also referred to as a total reserved storage number.

Further, at a predetermined position of the game board 2, a first hold indicator 25A and a second hold indicator 25B configured to include a plurality of LEDs are provided, and the first hold indicator 25A has the number of LEDs lit. The first hold storage number is displayed, and the second hold display 25B displays the second hold storage number according to the number of LEDs lit.

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

The winning ball device 6A forms a first starting winning opening that is always kept in a constant open state in which a game ball can enter by a predetermined ball receiving member, for example. When a game ball enters the first start winning opening, a predetermined number (for example, three) of prize balls may be paid out and the first special figure game may be started.

The variable winning ball device 6B (ordinary electric accessory) forms a second starting winning opening that is changed between a closed state and an open state by a solenoid 81 (see FIG. 2). The variable winning ball device 6B includes, for example, an electric tulip-shaped accessory having a pair of movable wing pieces, and the movable wing pieces are in a vertical position when the solenoid 81 is in the off state, so that the tip of the movable wing pieces is in a vertical position. Is close to the winning ball device 6A and is in a closed state in which the game ball does not enter the second starting winning opening (also referred to as the second starting winning opening is closed). On the other hand, the variable-sweep wing device 6B is in an open state in which the game ball can enter the second start winning opening because the movable wing piece is in the tilted position when the solenoid 81 is on (second start). It is also said that the winning opening is open.) When a game ball enters the second start winning opening, a predetermined number (for example, three) of prize balls can be paid out and the second special figure game can be started. The variable winning ball device 6B may be any as long as it changes between the closed state and the open state, and is not limited to the one provided with the electric tulip type accessory.

At predetermined positions of the game board 2 (in the example shown in FIG. 1, four locations on the lower left and right sides of the game area), general winning openings 10 are provided, which are always kept in a constant open state by a predetermined ball receiving member. In this case, when entering any of the general winning openings 10, a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls are paid out as prize balls.

Below the winning ball device 6A and the variable winning ball device 6B, a special variable winning ball device 7 having a large winning opening is provided. The special variable winning ball device 7 includes a large winning opening door that is opened and closed by a solenoid 82 (see FIG. 2), and has a large winning opening as a specific area that changes between an open state and a closed state depending on the large winning opening door. Form.

As an example, in the special variable winning ball device 7, when the solenoid 82 for the big winning door (for special electric accessory) is off, the big winning door closes the big winning door and the game ball is large. You will not be able to enter (pass) the winning opening. On the other hand, in the special variable winning ball device 7, when the solenoid 82 for the large winning opening door is on, the large winning opening door opens the large winning opening, and the game ball can easily enter the large winning opening. Become.

When a game ball enters the large prize opening, a predetermined number (for example, 14) of game balls are paid out as a prize ball. When a game ball enters the large winning opening, more prize balls are paid out than when the game ball enters, for example, the first starting winning opening, the second starting winning opening, and the general winning opening 10.

The entry of a game ball into each winning opening including the general winning opening 10 is also referred to as "winning". In particular, winning a prize at the starting opening (first starting winning opening, second starting winning opening starting opening) is also referred to as a starting winning.

A normal symbol display 20 is provided at a predetermined position of the game board 2 (in the example shown in FIG. 1, the left side of the game area). As an example, the ordinary symbol display 20 is composed of a 7-segment LED or the like, and performs variable display of the ordinary symbol as a plurality of types of ordinary identification information different from the special symbol. The ordinary symbol is represented by a number indicating "0" to "9" or a lighting pattern such as "-". The normal symbol may include a pattern in which all the LEDs are turned off. Such a variable display of a normal pattern is also called a normal pattern game.

A passing gate 41 through which a game ball can pass is provided on the left side of the image display device 5. Based on the fact that the game ball has passed through the passing gate 41, the normal drawing game is executed.

A normal symbol display 25C is provided above the normal symbol display 20. The normal figure hold display 25C is configured to include, for example, four LEDs, and displays the number of normal figure hold storages, which is the number of normal figure games whose execution is held, by the number of LEDs lit.

In addition to the above configuration, the surface of the game board 2 is provided with a windmill for changing the flow direction and speed of the game ball and a large number of obstacle nails. At the bottom of the game area, there is an out opening for taking in a game ball that has not entered any of the winning openings.

Speakers 8L and 8R for reproducing and outputting sound effects and the like are provided at the upper left and right positions of the game machine frame 3, and game effect lamps 9 for game effects are further provided around the game area. ing. The game effect lamp 9 is configured to include an LED.

At a predetermined position of the game board 2 (not shown in FIG. 1), a movable body 32 that operates according to the effect is provided.

At the lower right position of the gaming machine frame 3, a ball striking operation handle (operation knob) 30 operated by a player or the like to launch the game ball toward the game area by the striking ball launching device is provided.

At a predetermined position of the gaming machine frame 3 below the gaming area, the gaming balls paid out as prize balls and the gaming balls rented by the predetermined ball lending machine are held (stored) so as to be able to be supplied to the hitting ball launching device. ) A hit ball supply plate (upper plate) is provided. Below the upper plate, a hit ball supply plate (lower plate) is provided, in which prize balls are paid out when the upper plate is full.

A stick controller 31A that can be gripped and tilted by the player is attached to a predetermined position of the gaming machine frame 3 below the gaming area. The stick controller 31A is provided with a trigger button that can be pressed and operated by the player. The operation on the stick controller 31A is detected by the controller sensor unit 35A (see FIG. 2).

A push button 31B is provided at a predetermined position of the gaming machine frame 3 below the gaming area so that the player can perform a predetermined instruction operation by a pressing operation or the like. The operation on the push button 31B is detected by the push sensor 35B (see FIG. 2).

In the pachinko gaming machine 1, stick controller 31A and push button 31B are provided as detection means for detecting the movement (operation, etc.) of the player, but detection means other than these may be provided.

(Outline of the progress of the game)
The game ball is launched toward the game area by the rotation operation of the ball striking operation handle 30 included in the pachinko game machine 1 by the player. When the game ball passes through the passing gate 41, the normal symbol game by the normal symbol display 20 is started. In addition, when the game ball passes through the passing gate 41 during the period during which the previous normal drawing game is being executed (when the game ball passes through the passing gate 41 but the normal drawing game based on the passage cannot be executed immediately). , The game based on the passage is suspended up to a predetermined upper limit (for example, 4).

In this normal symbol game, if a specific normal symbol (design per normal symbol) is stopped and displayed, the display result of the normal symbol becomes "per normal symbol". On the other hand, if the normal symbol other than the normal symbol (the normal symbol lost symbol) is stopped and displayed as the confirmed normal symbol, the display result of the normal symbol becomes "normal symbol lost". When it becomes "per normal drawing", the opening control is performed so that the variable winning ball device 6B is opened for a predetermined period (the second starting winning opening is opened).

When the game ball enters the first starting winning opening formed in the winning ball device 6A, the first special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A is started.

When the game ball enters the second starting winning opening formed in the variable winning ball device 6B, the second special symbol game by the second special symbol display device 4B is started.

In addition, when the game ball enters (wins) the start winning opening during the period during which the special figure game is being executed or during the period controlled by the big hit game state or the small hit game state described later (the start prize has occurred). If the special figure game based on the start winning cannot be executed immediately), the execution of the special figure game based on the approach is suspended up to a predetermined upper limit (for example, 4).

In the special symbol game, if a specific special symbol (big hit symbol, for example, "7", the actual symbol differs depending on the jackpot type described later) is stopped and displayed as a confirmed special symbol, it becomes a "big hit" and a jackpot symbol. If a predetermined special symbol (small hit symbol, for example, "2") different from the above is stopped and displayed, it becomes "small hit". Further, if a special symbol (missing symbol, for example, "-") different from the big hit symbol or the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed, it becomes "missing".

After the display result in the special figure game becomes "big hit", it is controlled to the big hit game state as an advantageous state advantageous for the player. After the display result in the special figure game becomes "small hit", it is controlled to the small hit game state.

In the big hit game state, the player can obtain the prize ball by letting the game ball enter the big prize opening. Therefore, the jackpot gaming state is an advantageous state for the player. The larger the number of rounds in the jackpot game state and the longer the open upper limit period, the more advantageous it is for the player.

A jackpot type is set for "big hit". For example, multiple types of opening modes (number of rounds and opening upper limit period) of the big winning opening and game states after the big hit game state (normal state, time saving state, probability change state, etc., which will be described later) are prepared, and the big hit is made according to these. The type is set. As the jackpot type, a jackpot type in which a large number of prize balls can be obtained or a jackpot type in which a small number of prize balls or almost no prize balls can be obtained may be provided.

In the small hit game state, the large winning opening formed by the special variable winning ball device 7 is opened in a predetermined opening mode. For example, in the small hit game state, the same opening mode as the big hit game state in some big hit types (the number of times the big winning opening is opened is the same as the number of rounds, and the closing timing of the big winning opening is also the same. Etc.), the big winning opening becomes open. As with the big hit type, the small hit type may be provided for the "small hit".

After the jackpot game state is completed, it may be controlled to a time saving state or a probability change state according to the jackpot type.

In the time saving state, control (time saving control) is executed in which the average special figure fluctuation time (period in which the special figure is changed) is shortened as compared with the normal state. In the time saving state, the average fluctuation time of the normal map (the period during which the normal map is changed) is shortened from the normal state, and the probability of becoming a "normal map hit" in the normal map game is improved from the normal state. Controls (high opening control, high base control) that make it easier for the game ball to enter the second starting winning opening are also executed. The time saving state is a state in which the fluctuation efficiency of the special symbol (particularly the second special symbol) is improved, which is advantageous for the player.

In the probability variation state (probability fluctuation state), in addition to the time saving control, the probability variation control in which the probability that the display result becomes a "big hit" is higher than in the normal state is executed. The probabilistic state is a state that is more advantageous for the player because it is a state in which a “big hit” is likely to occur in addition to improving the fluctuation efficiency of the special symbol.

The time saving state and the probability change state continue until any one of the end conditions such as the execution of the special figure game a predetermined number of times and the start of the next big hit game state are satisfied first. A game whose end condition is that the special figure game has been executed a predetermined number of times is also referred to as a number cut (time cut time reduction, number cut probability change, etc.).

The normal state is a gaming state other than a special state such as an advantageous state such as a big hit gaming state, a time saving state, or a probability change state, which is advantageous for the player, and the display result in the normal drawing game is "normal drawing hit". The pachinko game machine 1 such as the probability and the probability that the display result in the special figure game becomes a "big hit" returns to a predetermined state after the power is turned on, such as the initial setting state of the pachinko game machine 1 (for example, when a system reset is performed). It is in the same controlled state as (when the process is not executed).

The state in which the probability change control is executed is also called a high probability state, and the state in which the probability change control is not executed is also called a low probability state. The state in which the time saving control is executed is also called a high base state, and the state in which the time saving control is not executed is also called a low base state. By combining these, the time saving state is also called the low accuracy high base state, the probability variation state is called the high accuracy high base state, and the normal state is also called the low accuracy low base state. The high-accuracy state and low-base state are also called the high-accuracy low-base state.

After the small hit game state ends, the game state is not changed, and the game state is continuously controlled to the game state before the display result of the special figure game becomes "small hit" (however, "small hit" occurs. If the special figure game at the time is the special figure game of the predetermined number of times in the above number of times cut, the game state is naturally changed). It should be noted that there may be no "small hit" as the display result of the special figure game.

The game state may change based on the fact that the game ball has passed through a specific area (for example, a specific area in the big winning opening) during the big hit game state. For example, when the game ball passes through a specific area, it may be controlled to a probabilistic state after the big hit game state.

(Progress of production, etc.)
In the pachinko gaming machine 1, various effects (effects of notifying the progress of the game and enlivening the game) are executed according to the progress of the game. The production will be described below. The effect is performed by displaying various effect images on the image display device 5, and in addition to or in place of the display, audio output from the speakers 8L and 8R and / or the game effect lamp 9 It may be performed by the point or the like, turning off the light, or the operation of the movable body 32.

As an effect executed according to the progress of the game, in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of the "left", "middle", and "right" provided in the image display device 5, the first special figure game or the first special figure game or the first 2 In response to the start of the special figure game, the variable display of the decorative pattern is started. At the timing when the display result (also referred to as the finalized special symbol) is stopped and displayed in the first special symbol game or the second special symbol game, the final decorative symbol (combination of three decorative symbols) that is the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol is displayed. ) Is also displayed (derived) as a stop.

In the period from the start to the end of the variable display of the decorative symbol, the variable display mode of the decorative symbol may be a predetermined reach mode (reach is established). Here, the reach mode is a variable display of a decorative symbol that has not yet been stopped and displayed when the decorative symbol that has been stopped and displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 constitutes a part of the jackpot combination described later. It is a mode in which is continuing.

In addition, the reach effect is executed in response to the above-mentioned reach mode during the variable display of the decorative symbol. In the pachinko gaming machine 1, the ratio of the display result (display result of the special figure game or variable display of the decorative symbol) to be "big hit" (also called big hit reliability or big hit expectation) is determined according to the production mode. Multiple different types of reach effects are performed. Reach production includes, for example, normal reach and super reach, which has a higher hit reliability than normal reach.

When the display result of the special figure game is "big hit", a fixed decorative symbol that is a predetermined jackpot combination is derived as a display result of variable display of the decorative symbol on the screen of the image display device 5 (decoration). The display result of the variable display of the symbol is "big hit"). As an example, the same decorative symbols (for example, "7") are aligned and stopped and displayed on predetermined effective lines in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of "left", "middle", and "right". ..

In the case of a "probability change jackpot" that is controlled to a probability change state after the end of the jackpot game state, an odd number of decorative symbols (for example, "7") are aligned and displayed as a stop, and the probability change state is entered after the end of the jackpot game state. In the case of an uncontrolled "non-probability variable jackpot (normal jackpot)", an even number of decorative symbols (for example, "6") may be aligned and displayed as a stop. In this case, the odd-numbered decorative symbol is also referred to as a probabilistic symbol, and the even-numbered decorative symbol is also referred to as a non-probable variable symbol (normal symbol). After the non-probability change symbol becomes the reach mode, the promotion effect that finally becomes the "probability change jackpot" may be executed.

When the display result of the special figure game is "small hit", a fixed decorative symbol (for example, "for example," "is a predetermined small hit combination as a display result of variable display of the decorative symbol on the screen of the image display device 5. 1 3 5 ”etc.) Is derived (the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern is a“ small hit ”). As an example, the decorative symbols constituting the chance eyes are stopped and displayed on the predetermined effective lines in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of "left", "middle", and "right". In addition, when the display result of the special figure game becomes "big hit" of some big hit types (big hit type of the big hit game state in the same mode as the small hit game state), and when it becomes "small hit". , A common fixed decorative pattern may be derived and displayed.

When the display result of the special figure game is "missing", the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is not the reach mode, and the variable display result of the decorative symbol is a fixed decorative symbol of a non-reach combination ("" (Also referred to as "non-reach loss") may be stopped and displayed (the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern may be "non-reach loss"). In addition, when the display result is "missing", after the variable display mode of the decorative symbol becomes the reach mode, the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol is a predetermined reach combination ("reach loss") that is not a jackpot combination. The fixed decorative symbol (also referred to as) may be stopped and displayed (the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol may be "reach loss").

The effect that the pachinko gaming machine 1 can execute includes displaying the above-mentioned variable display compatible display (hold display or active display). Further, as another effect, for example, a notice effect for notifying the reliability of the jackpot is executed during the variable display of the decorative symbol. The notice effect includes a notice effect for notifying the jackpot reliability in the variable display during execution and a look-ahead notice effect for notifying the jackpot reliability in the variable display (variable display in which execution is suspended) before execution. As the look-ahead notice effect, an effect of changing the display mode of the variable display compatible display (hold display or active display) to a mode different from the usual mode may be executed.

Further, in the image display device 5, one variable display is simulated as a plurality of variable displays by temporarily stopping the decorative symbol during the variable display of the decorative symbol and then restarting the variable display. The pseudo-continuous production may be executed.

Even during the big hit game state, the big hit middle effect that notifies the big hit game state is executed. As the big hit middle effect, an effect of notifying the number of rounds and a promotion effect indicating that the value of the big hit gaming state is improved may be executed. Further, even during the small hit game state, the small hit medium effect for notifying the small hit game state is executed. It should be noted that the big hit game during the small hit game state and in some big hit types (the big hit type in the big hit game state having the same mode as the small hit game state, for example, the big hit type in which the subsequent game state is a high accuracy state). By executing a common effect depending on the state, the player may not know whether the player is currently in the small hit game state or the big hit game state. In such a case, by executing a common effect after the end of the small hit game state and after the end of the big hit game state, it is not possible to distinguish between the high accuracy state and the low accuracy state. You may.

Further, for example, when a special figure game or the like is not executed, a demo (demonstration) image is displayed on the image display device 5 (a customer waiting demo effect is executed).

(Board configuration)
For example, the pachinko gaming machine 1 is equipped with a main board 11, an effect control board 12, a voice control board 13, a lamp control board 14, a relay board 15, and the like as shown in FIG. In addition, various boards such as a payout control board, an information terminal board, a launch control board, and a power supply board are arranged on the back surface of the pachinko gaming machine 1.

The main board 11 is a control board on the main side, and the progress of the above-mentioned game in the pachinko game machine 1 (execution of a special figure game (including management of hold), execution of a normal figure game (including management of hold), and a big hit. It has a function to control a gaming state, a small hit gaming state, a gaming state, etc.). The main board 11 includes a game control microcomputer 100, a switch circuit 110, a solenoid circuit 111, and the like.

The game control microcomputer 100 mounted on the main board 11 is, for example, a one-chip microcomputer, which includes a ROM (ReadOnlyMemory) 101, a RAM (RandomAccessMemory) 102, a CPU (CentralProcessingUnit) 103, a random number circuit 104, and the like. It includes an I / O (Input / Output port) 105.

The CPU 103 performs a process of controlling the progress of the game (a process of realizing the function of the main board 11) by executing the program stored in the ROM 101. At this time, various data stored in the ROM 101 (data such as a fluctuation pattern described later, an effect control command described later, and various tables referred to when making various decisions described later) are used, and the RAM 102 is used as the main memory. .. The RAM 102 is a backup RAM in which the stored contents are stored for a predetermined period even if a part or all of the RAM 102 is stopped from supplying power to the pachinko gaming machine 1. Note that all or part of the program stored in the ROM 101 may be expanded into the RAM 102 and executed on the RAM 102.

The random number circuit 104 counts updatable numerical data indicating various random number values (game random numbers) used when controlling the progress of the game. The game random number may be one that is updated by the CPU 103 executing a predetermined computer program (one that is updated by software).

The I / O 105 includes, for example, an input port into which various signals (detection signals described later) are input, various signals (first special symbol display device 4A, second special symbol display device 4B, ordinary symbol display 20, first hold). It is configured to include an output port for transmitting (a signal for controlling (driving) the display 25A, the second hold display 25B, the normal figure hold display 25C, etc., and a solenoid drive signal).

The switch circuit 110 is a detection signal (a game ball passes or is passed) from various switches for detecting a game ball (gate switch 21, start port switch (first start port switch 22A and second start port switch 22B), count switch 23). It takes in a detection signal indicating that the switch has been turned on by entering) and transmits it to the game control microcomputer 100. By transmitting the detection signal, the passage or approach of the game ball is detected.

The solenoid circuit 111 transmits a solenoid drive signal (for example, a signal for turning on the solenoid 81 or the solenoid 82) from the game control microcomputer 100 to the solenoid 81 for an ordinary electric accessory or the solenoid 82 for a prize-winning door. To transmit.

The main board 11 (microcomputer 100 for game control) issues an effect control command (command for designating (notifying) the progress of the game) according to the progress of the game as a part of controlling the progress of the game. Supply to 12. The effect control command output from the main board 11 is relayed by the relay board 15 and supplied to the effect control board 12. The effect control command includes, for example, various determination results on the main board 11 (for example, a display result of a special figure game (including a jackpot type)) and a variation pattern used when executing a special figure game (details will be described later). )), The game status (for example, the start and end of the variable display, the opening status of the large winning opening, the occurrence of winning, the number of stored memories, the game status), the command for specifying the occurrence of an error, and the like are included.

The effect control board 12 is a control board on the sub side independent of the main board 11, receives an effect control command, and produces an effect (various effects according to the progress of the game) based on the received effect control command. It has a function of executing various notifications such as driving of the movable body 32, error notification, and notification of power failure recovery).

The effect control board 12 is equipped with an effect control CPU 120, a ROM 121, a RAM 122, a display control unit 123, a random number circuit 124, and an I / O 125.

The effect control CPU 120 is a process for executing the effect together with the display control unit 123 by executing the program stored in the ROM 121 (a process for realizing the above-mentioned function of the effect control board 12, and the effect to be executed). (Including the decision, etc.). At this time, various data (data such as various tables) stored in the ROM 121 are used, and the RAM 122 is used as the main memory.

The effect control CPU 120 displays the execution of the effect based on the detection signal from the controller sensor unit 35A or the push sensor 35B (a signal output when an operation by the player is detected and an appropriate signal indicating the operation content). It may also instruct the control unit 123.

The display control unit 123 includes VDP (VideoDisplayProcessor), CGROM (CharacterGeneratorROM), VRAM (VideoRAM), and the like, and executes the effect based on the effect execution instruction from the effect control CPU 120.

The display control unit 123 supplies the image display device 5 with a video signal corresponding to the effect to be executed based on the effect execution instruction from the effect control CPU 120, so that the effect image is displayed on the image display device 5. The display control unit 123 further supplies a sound designation signal (a signal for designating the output sound) to the sound control board 13 in order to output sound synchronized with the display of the effect image and turn on / off the game effect lamp 9. Or, a lamp signal (a signal for designating a lamp lighting / extinguishing mode) is supplied to the lamp control board 14. Further, the display control unit 123 supplies a signal for operating the movable body 32 to the movable body 32 or a drive circuit for driving the movable body 32.

The voice control board 13 is equipped with various circuits for driving the speakers 8L and 8R, drives the speakers 8L and 8R based on the sound designation signal, and outputs the sound designated by the sound designation signal from the speakers 8L and 8R. Let me.

The lamp control board 14 is equipped with various circuits for driving the game effect lamp 9, drives the game effect lamp 9 based on the lamp signal, and turns on / off the game effect lamp 9 in a mode designated by the lamp signal. To do. In this way, the display control unit 123 controls the audio output and the lighting / extinguishing of the lamp.

The effect control CPU 120 executes audio output, lamp lighting / extinguishing control (sound designation signal, lamp signal supply, etc.), and movable body 32 control (signal supply for operating the movable body 32, etc.). You may do so.

The random number circuit 124 updatablely counts numerical data indicating various random number values (random numbers for effect) used to execute various effects. The effect random number may be one that is updated (updated by software) when the effect control CPU 120 executes a predetermined computer program.

The I / O 125 mounted on the effect control board 12 is for transmitting various signals (video signal, sound designation signal, lamp signal) and an input port for taking in the effect control command transmitted from, for example, the main board 11. It is configured to include the output port of.

Boards other than the main board 11, such as the effect control board 12, the sound control board 13, and the lamp control board 14, are also referred to as sub-boards. A plurality of sub-boards may be provided for each function as in the pachinko gaming machine 1, or one sub-board may be configured to have a plurality of functions.

(motion)
Next, the operation (action) of the pachinko gaming machine 1 will be described.

(Main operation of main board 11)
First, the main operations on the main board 11 will be described. When the power supply to the pachinko game machine 1 is started, the game control microcomputer 100 is started, and the game control main process is executed by the CPU 103. FIG. 3 is a flowchart showing a game control main process executed by the CPU 103 on the main board 11.

In the game control main process shown in FIG. 3, the CPU 103 first sets interrupt prohibition (step S1). Subsequently, necessary initial settings are made (step S2). The initial settings include stack pointer settings, register settings for built-in devices (CTC (counter / timer circuit), parallel input / output ports, etc.), settings for making the RAM 102 accessible, and the like.

Next, it is determined whether or not the output signal from the clear switch is ON (step S3). The clear switch is mounted on the power supply board, for example. When the power is turned on with the clear switch turned on, an output signal (clear signal) is input to the game control microcomputer 100 via the input port. When the output signal from the clear switch is on (step S3; Yes), the initialization process (step S8) is executed. In the initialization process, the CPU 103 performs a RAM clear process for clearing the flags, counters, and buffers stored in the RAM 102, and sets initial values in the work area.

Further, the CPU 103 transmits an effect control command instructing initialization to the effect control board 12 (step S9). When the effect control CPU 120 receives the effect control command, for example, the image display device 5 displays a screen for notifying that the control of the gaming machine has been initialized.

If the output signal from the clear switch is not on (step S3; No), it is determined whether or not the backup data is stored in the RAM 102 (backup RAM) (step S4). When the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is stopped due to an unexpected power failure or the like (power interruption), the CPU 103 executes the power supply stop processing immediately before the pachinko gaming machine 1 becomes inoperable due to the stop of the power supply. In this power supply stop processing, a processing of turning on a backup flag indicating that data is backed up to the RAM 102, a data protection processing of the RAM 102, and the like are executed. The data protection process includes addition of an error detection code (checksum, parity bit, etc.) and a process of backing up various data. The data to be backed up includes various data (including various flags, various timer states, etc.) for advancing the game, as well as the state of the backup flag and the error detection code. In step S4, it is determined whether or not the backup flag is on. When the backup flag is off and the backup data is not stored in the RAM 102 (step S4; No), the initialization process (step S8) is executed.

When the backup data is stored in the RAM 102 (step S4; Yes), the CPU 103 checks the data of the backed up data (used by using an error detection code) and determines whether or not the data is normal (step). S5). In step S5, for example, the parity bit and the checksum are used to determine whether or not the data in the RAM 102 matches the data when the power supply is stopped. When it is determined that these match, it is determined that the data in the RAM 102 is normal.

If it is determined that the data in the RAM 102 is not normal (step S5; No), the internal state cannot be returned to the state when the power supply is stopped, so the initialization process (step S8) is executed.

When it is determined that the data in the RAM 102 is normal (step S5; Yes), the CPU 103 performs a recovery process (step S6) for returning the internal state of the main board 11 to the state when the power supply is stopped. In the recovery process, the CPU 103 sets the work area based on the stored contents (contents of the backed up data) of the RAM 102. As a result, the game state is restored when the power supply is stopped, and if the special symbol is changing, the change of the special symbol is restarted from the state before the restoration by executing the game control timer interrupt process described later. Will be.

Then, the CPU 103 transmits an effect control command instructing recovery from the power failure to the effect control board 12 (step S7). In accordance with this, the effect control command that specifies the game state before the power failure that is backed up, and the effect control that specifies the display result of the special figure game that is being executed when the special figure game is being executed. You may want to send a command. For these commands, the same commands that are set to be transmitted in the special symbol process processing described later can be used. When the effect control CPU 120 receives the effect control command that specifies the time of recovery from the power failure, the image display device 5, for example, notifies that the image display device 5 has recovered from the power failure or is recovering from the power failure. Display the screen to do so. The effect control CPU 120 may display an appropriate screen based on the effect control command.

After the restoration process or the initialization process is completed and the effect control command is transmitted to the effect control board 12, the CPU 103 executes the random number circuit setting process for initializing the random number circuit 104 (step S10). Then, the CTC register built in the game control microcomputer 100 is set so that the timer is interrupted periodically every predetermined time (for example, 2 ms) (step S11), and interrupts are permitted (step S12). ). After that, the loop processing is started. After that, an interrupt request signal is sent from the CTC to the CPU 103 every predetermined time (for example, 2 ms), and the CPU 103 can periodically execute the timer interrupt process.

When the CPU 103 that has executed the game control main process receives the interrupt request signal from the CTC and receives the interrupt request, the CPU 103 executes the game control timer interrupt process shown in the flowchart of FIG. When the game control timer interrupt process shown in FIG. 4 is started, the CPU 103 first executes a predetermined switch process to perform the gate switch 21, the first start port switch 22A, and the second start port via the switch circuit 110. It is determined whether or not detection signals are received from various switches such as the switch 22B and the count switch 23 (step S21). Subsequently, by executing a predetermined main-side error process, an abnormality diagnosis of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is performed, and a warning can be generated if necessary according to the diagnosis result (step S22). After that, by executing a predetermined information output process, for example, the jackpot information (information indicating the number of times the jackpot has occurred) and the start information (starting) supplied to the hall management computer installed outside the pachinko gaming machine 1. Data such as information such as the number of times of winning and the probability fluctuation information (information indicating the number of times of the probability change state) are output (step S23).

Following the information output process, a game random number update process for updating at least a part of the game random numbers used on the main board 11 side by software is executed (step S24). After that, the CPU 103 executes the special symbol process process (step S25). By executing the special symbol process process for each timer interrupt by the CPU 103, it is possible to manage the execution and hold of the special symbol game, control the big hit game state and the small hit game state, control the game state, and the like (for details, refer to the details. See below).

Following the special symbol process processing, the normal symbol process processing is executed (step S26). By executing the normal symbol process processing for each timer interrupt, the CPU 103 manages the execution and hold of the normal figure game based on the detection signal from the gate switch 21 (based on the passing of the game ball through the passing gate 41). It enables opening control of the variable winning ball device 6B based on "per-figure hit". The execution of the normal figure game is performed by driving the normal symbol display 20, and the number of normal figure reservations is displayed by turning on the normal figure hold display 25C.

After executing the normal symbol process process, as a part of the game control timer interrupt process, a process when a power failure occurs, a process for paying out a prize ball, and the like may be performed. After that, the CPU 103 executes the command control process (step S27). The CPU 103 may send and set an effect control command in each of the above processes. In the command control process of step S27, a process of transmitting the effect control command set for transmission to a control board on the sub side such as the effect control board 12 is performed. After executing the command control process, the interrupt is permitted and then the game control timer interrupt process is terminated.

FIG. 5 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S25 shown in FIG. 4 as the special symbol process process. In this special symbol process process, the CPU 103 first executes the start winning prize determination process (step S101).

In the start winning determination process, a process of detecting the occurrence of a start winning, storing the hold information in a predetermined area of the RAM 102, and updating the hold storage number is executed. When the start winning is generated, the display result (including the jackpot type) and the random value for determining the fluctuation pattern are extracted and stored as hold information. Further, a process of pre-reading and determining a display result or a fluctuation pattern may be executed based on the extracted random number value. After the hold information and the number of hold storages are stored, the transmission setting for transmitting the effect control command for specifying the determination result such as the generation of the start winning prize, the number of hold storages, and the look-ahead determination is made on the effect control board 12. .. The effect control command at the time of starting winning, which is set to be transmitted in this way, is executed from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 by, for example, executing the command control process in step S27 shown in FIG. 4 after the special symbol process process is completed. Is transmitted to.

After executing the start winning determination process in S101, the CPU 103 selects and executes any of the processes of steps S110 to S120 according to the value of the special figure process flag provided in the RAM 102. In each process (steps S110 to S120) of the special symbol process process, a transmission setting for transmitting an effect control command corresponding to each process to the effect control board 12 is performed.

The special symbol normal processing in step S110 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “0” (initial value). In this special symbol normal processing, it is determined whether or not to start the first special figure game or the second special figure game based on the presence or absence of the pending information. In addition, in the special symbol normal processing, whether or not the display result of the special symbol or decorative symbol is set to "big hit" or "small hit" based on the random value for determining the display result, and the big hit type when the display result is set to "big hit". Is determined (predetermined) before the display result is derived and displayed. Further, in the special symbol normal processing, a confirmed special symbol (either a big hit symbol, a small hit symbol, or a lost symbol) to be stopped and displayed in the special symbol game is set according to the determined display result. After that, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to "1", and the special symbol normal processing ends. The special figure game using the second special figure may be executed with priority over the special figure game using the first special figure (also referred to as special figure 2 priority digestion). Further, the winning order of the game balls to the first starting winning opening and the second starting winning opening may be memorized, and the starting condition of the special figure game may be satisfied in the winning order (also referred to as winning order digestion).

When making various determinations based on the random number value, various tables stored in the ROM 101 (a table in which the determination value to be compared with the random number value is assigned to the determination result) are referred to. The same applies to other decisions on the main board 11 and various decisions on the effect control board 12. In the effect control board 12, various tables are stored in the ROM 121.

The variation pattern setting process in step S111 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “1”. In this fluctuation pattern setting process, one of a plurality of types of fluctuation patterns is set using a random value for determining the fluctuation pattern based on a preliminary determination result of whether or not the display result is a "big hit" or a "small hit". The process of deciding on is included. In the variation pattern setting process, when the variation pattern is determined, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "2", and the variation pattern setting process ends.

The fluctuation pattern includes the execution time of the special symbol game (special symbol fluctuation time) (which is also the execution time of the variable display of the decorative symbol), the mode of the variable display of the decorative symbol (presence or absence of reach, etc.), and the variable display of the decorative symbol. It specifies the content of the effect (type of reach effect, etc.), and is also called a variable display pattern.

The special symbol variation process in step S112 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “2”. In this special symbol change processing, the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B are set to change the special symbol, and the elapsed time from the start of the change of the special symbol. It includes processing to measure. In addition, it is also determined whether or not the measured elapsed time has reached the special figure fluctuation time corresponding to the fluctuation pattern. Then, when the elapsed time from the start of the special symbol variation reaches the special symbol variation time, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to "3", and the special symbol variation process ends.

The special symbol stop process in step S113 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “3”. In this special symbol stop process, the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B stop the fluctuation of the special symbol, and stop display (derive) the confirmed special symbol that is the display result of the special symbol. Contains the process of making settings for. Then, when the display result is "big hit", the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "4". On the other hand, when the big hit flag is off and the display result is "small hit", the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "8". If the display result is "missing", the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "0". When the display result is "small hit" or "miss", the game state is also updated when the time saving state or the probability change state is controlled and the end of the number of cuts is established. When the value of the special symbol process flag is updated, the special symbol stop processing ends.

The jackpot release preprocessing in step S114 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “4”. This big hit pre-opening process includes a process of setting to start the execution of the round in the big hit game state and open the big winning opening based on the display result being "big hit". It has been. When the large winning opening is opened, a process of supplying a solenoid drive signal to the solenoid 82 for the large winning opening door is executed. At this time, for example, the upper limit period for opening the big winning opening and the upper limit number of executions for the round are set according to which type of jackpot is used. When these settings are completed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "5", and the jackpot release preprocessing ends.

The process of opening the jackpot in step S115 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “5”. In this big hit opening process, the big winning opening is based on the process of measuring the elapsed time since the big winning opening is opened, the measured elapsed time, the number of game balls detected by the count switch 23, and the like. It includes a process of determining whether or not it is time to return the device from the open state to the closed state. Then, when the large winning opening is returned to the closed state, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "6" after executing a process of stopping the supply of the solenoid drive signal to the solenoid 82 for the large winning opening door. End the processing while the jackpot is open.

The post-processing after opening the jackpot in step S116 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “6”. In this post-opening process of the jackpot, a process of determining whether or not the number of executions of the round that opens the jackpot has reached the set maximum number of executions, and a jackpot game state when the maximum number of executions is reached. It includes processing to make settings to terminate. Then, when the number of round executions has not reached the upper limit, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "5", while when the number of round executions reaches the upper limit, the special figure process flag is set. The value is updated to "7". When the value of the special figure process flag is updated, the post-launch processing is completed.

The jackpot end processing of step S117 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “7”. In this jackpot end process, there is a process of waiting until the waiting time corresponding to the period in which the ending effect as an effect action for notifying the end of the jackpot game state is executed, and a probability change corresponding to the end of the jackpot game state. It includes processing to make various settings to start control and time reduction control. When such a setting is made, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "0", and the jackpot end processing ends.

The small hit release preprocessing in step S118 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “8”. This small hit pre-opening process includes a process of setting the large winning opening to be in the open state in the small hit game state based on the display result being "small hit". At this time, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "9", and the small hit release preprocessing ends.

The small hit opening process in step S119 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “9”. In this small hit opening process, it is the timing to measure the elapsed time from the opening state of the big winning opening and to return the big winning opening from the open state to the closed state based on the measured elapsed time. It includes processing to determine whether or not it is. When the big winning opening is returned to the closed state and the end timing of the small hit game state is reached, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "10", and the processing during the small hit opening process ends.

The small hit end process in step S120 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “10”. The small hit end process includes a process of waiting until a waiting time corresponding to a period in which the effect operation for notifying the end of the small hit game state is executed has elapsed. Here, when the small hit gaming state ends, the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 before the small hit gaming state is continued. When the waiting time at the end of the small hit game state has elapsed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "0", and the small hit end process ends.

(Main operation of the effect control board 12)
Next, the main operation of the effect control board 12 will be described. In the effect control board 12, when the power supply voltage is supplied from the power supply board or the like, the effect control CPU 120 is activated to execute the effect control main process as shown in the flowchart of FIG. When the effect control main process shown in FIG. 6 is started, the effect control CPU 120 first executes a predetermined initialization process (step S71) to clear the RAM 122, set various initial values, and press the effect control board 12. Set the registers of the mounted CTC (counter / timer circuit). Further, the initial operation control process is executed (step S72). In the initial operation control process, control for performing the initial operation of the movable body 32, such as control for driving the movable body 32 to return to the initial position and control for confirming a predetermined operation, is executed.

After that, it is determined whether or not the timer interrupt flag is turned on (step S73). The timer interrupt flag is set to the ON state every time a predetermined time (for example, 2 milliseconds) elapses, based on the register setting of the CTC, for example. At this time, if the timer interrupt flag is off (step S73; No), the process of step S73 is repeatedly executed and waits.

Further, on the effect control board 12, an interrupt for receiving the effect control command from the main board 11 is generated in addition to the timer interrupt that is generated every time a predetermined time elapses. This interrupt is, for example, an interrupt generated when the effect control INT signal from the main board 11 is turned on. When an interrupt occurs due to the effect control INT signal being turned on, the effect control CPU 120 automatically sets interrupt disabled, but if a CPU that is not automatically interrupt disabled is used, an interrupt occurs. It is desirable to issue a prohibition order (DI instruction). The effect control CPU 120 executes, for example, a predetermined command reception interrupt process in response to an interrupt caused by the effect control INT signal being turned on. In this command reception interrupt process, among the input ports included in the I / O 125, the effect control command is taken in from a predetermined input port that receives the control signal transmitted from the main board 11 via the relay board 15. The effect control command captured at this time is stored in, for example, the effect control command reception buffer provided in the RAM 122. After that, the effect control CPU 120 sets the interrupt enable, and then ends the command reception interrupt process.

If the timer interrupt flag is on in step S73 (step S73; Yes), the timer interrupt flag is cleared and turned off (step S74), and the command analysis process is executed (step S75). In the command analysis process, for example, after reading various effect control commands transmitted from the game control microcomputer 100 of the main board 11 and stored in the effect control command reception buffer, the read effect control commands are used. Corresponding settings and controls are performed. For example, the read effect control command may be stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 122 or stored in the RAM 122 so that which effect control command is received and the content specified by the effect control command can be confirmed by the effect control process process or the like. Turn on the provided reception flag. Further, when the effect control command specifies the game state, the display control unit 123 may be instructed to display the background according to the game state.

After executing the command analysis process in step S75, the effect control process process is executed (step S76). In the effect control process processing, for example, an effect image display operation in the display area of the image display device 5, an audio output operation from the speakers 8L and 8R, a lighting operation in a decorative light emitting body such as a game effect lamp 9 and a decorative LED, and a movable body 32. Controls are performed to operate various production devices such as the driving operation of the LED. Further, regarding the control content of the effect operation using various effect devices, determination, determination, setting, etc. are performed according to the effect control command or the like transmitted from the main board 11.

Following the effect control process process in step S76, the effect random number update process is executed (step S77), and at least a part of the effect random numbers used on the effect control board 12 side is updated by the software. After that, the process returns to the process of step S73. Other processes may be executed before returning to the process of step S73.

FIG. 7 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S76 of FIG. 6 as the effect control process process. In the effect control process process shown in FIG. 7, the effect control CPU 120 first executes the read-ahead notice setting process (step S161). In the pre-reading notice setting process, for example, a determination, determination, and setting for executing the pre-reading notice effect are performed based on the effect control command at the time of starting winning, which is transmitted from the main board 11. In addition, a process for displaying the hold display is executed based on the number of hold storages specified from the effect control command.

After executing the process of step S161, the effect control CPU 120 selects and executes any of the following processes of steps S170 to S177 according to the value of the effect process flag provided in the RAM 122, for example.

The variable display start waiting process in step S170 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “0” (initial value). This variable display start waiting process is a process of determining whether or not to start the variable display of the decorative symbol on the image display device 5 based on whether or not a command or the like for designating the start of the variable display is received from the main board 11. Etc. are included. When it is determined that the variable display of the decorative symbol on the image display device 5 is to be started, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "1", and the variable display start waiting process is terminated.

The variable display start setting process in step S171 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “1”. In this variable display start setting process, the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol (fixed decorative symbol), the mode of the variable display of the decorative symbol, the reach effect, and various types are based on the display result and the variation pattern specified by the effect control command. It is determined whether or not various effects such as a notice effect are executed, their modes, and the execution start timing. Then, an effect control pattern (a collection of control data for instructing the display control unit 123 to execute the effect) that reflects the determination result and the like is set. After that, based on the set effect control pattern, the display control unit 123 is instructed to start executing the variable display of the decorative symbol, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "2", and the variable display start setting process is completed. The display control unit 123 starts the variable display of the decorative symbol on the image display device 5 in response to the instruction to start the execution of the variable display of the decorative symbol.

The variable display effect process in step S172 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “2”. In this variable display effect processing, the effect control CPU 120 instructs the display control unit 123 to display the effect image based on the effect control pattern set in step S171 on the display screen of the image display device 5. , Driving the movable body 32, outputting voice and sound effect from the speakers 8L and 8R by outputting the command (sound effect signal) to the voice control board 13, and commanding the lamp control board 14 (illumination signal). Various effect controls are executed during the variable display of the decorative pattern, such as turning on / off / blinking the game effect lamp 9 and the decorative LED according to the output. After performing such effect control, for example, an end code indicating the end of variable display of the decorative symbol is read from the effect control pattern, or a command is received from the main board 11 to specify that the fixed decorative symbol is to be stopped and displayed. In response to what has been done, the final decorative symbol, which is the display result of the decorative symbol, is stopped and displayed. When the fixed decorative symbol is stopped and displayed, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "3", and the effect process during variable display ends.

The special figure hit waiting process in step S173 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “3”. In this special figure hit waiting process, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not an effect control command that specifies to start the big hit game state or the small hit game state has been received from the main board 11. Then, when the effect control command for specifying the start of the big hit game state or the small hit game state is received, if the command specifies the start of the big hit game state, the value of the effect process flag is set to "6". Update to. On the other hand, if the command specifies the start of the small hit game state, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "4", which is a value corresponding to the small hit medium effect process. In addition, when the reception waiting time of the command elapses without receiving the command specifying to start the big hit game state or the small hit game state, it is determined that the display result in the special figure game is "missing". Then, the value of the effect process flag is updated to the initial value "0". When the value of the effect process flag is updated, the waiting process for hitting the special figure ends.

The small hit medium effect process in step S174 is a process executed when the value of the effect control process flag is “4”. In this small hit medium effect process, the effect control CPU 120 sets, for example, an effect control pattern or the like corresponding to the effect content in the small hit game state, and executes various effect controls in the small hit game state based on the set content. .. Further, in the small hit middle effect processing, for example, in response to receiving a command from the main board 11 to specify that the small hit game state is terminated, the value of the effect process flag is set to a value corresponding to the small hit end effect. Update to a certain "5" and end the small hit medium production process.

The small hit end effect process in step S175 is a process executed when the value of the effect control process flag is “5”. In this small hit end effect process, the effect control CPU 120 sets an effect control pattern or the like corresponding to, for example, the end of the small hit game state, and various effect controls at the end of the small hit game state based on the setting contents. To execute. After that, the value of the effect process flag is updated to the initial value "0", and the small hit end effect process is terminated.

The jackpot effect process in step S176 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “6”. In this big hit middle effect processing, the effect control CPU 120 sets, for example, an effect control pattern or the like corresponding to the effect content in the big hit game state, and executes various effect controls in the big hit game state based on the set content. Further, in the big hit middle effect processing, for example, the value of the effect control process flag is set to the value corresponding to the ending effect process in response to receiving a command from the main board 11 to specify the end of the big hit game state. Update to 7 ”and end the production process during the big hit.

The ending effect process of step S177 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “7”. In this ending effect processing, the effect control CPU 120 sets, for example, an effect control pattern or the like corresponding to the end of the jackpot game state, and controls various effects of the ending effect at the end of the jackpot game state based on the setting contents. Execute. After that, the value of the effect process flag is updated to the initial value "0", and the ending effect process ends.

(Modified example of basic explanation)
The present invention is not limited to the pachinko gaming machine 1 described in the above basic description, and various modifications and applications are possible without departing from the gist of the present invention.

The pachinko gaming machine 1 of the above basic explanation is a pay-out type gaming machine that pays out a predetermined number of gaming media as prizes based on the occurrence of winning, but the gaming media are enclosed and points are given based on the occurrence of winning. It may be an enclosed gaming machine.

Only one type of symbol (for example, a symbol indicating "-") is displayed during the variable display of the special symbol, and the variable display may be performed by repeating the display and extinguishing of the symbol. Further, even if the symbol is displayed during the variable display, the symbol may not be displayed when the variable display is stopped (the symbol indicating "-" may not be displayed as the display result).

In the above basic explanation, the pachinko game machine 1 is shown as a game machine, but a medal is inserted and a predetermined number of bets is set, and a plurality of types of symbols are rotated according to the operation of the operation lever by the player, and the player When a symbol is stopped in response to the operation of the stop button by, if the combination of stop symbols becomes a specific combination of symbols, a slot machine capable of executing a game in which a predetermined number of medals are paid out to the player (for example, a big bonus) The present invention can also be applied to a slot machine equipped with one or more of regular bonus, RT, AT, ART, and CZ (hereinafter, bonus, etc.).

The program and data for realizing the present invention are not limited to the form of being distributed and provided by the detachable recording medium to the computer device included in the pachinko gaming machine 1, and the computer device and the like in advance. It may take the form of being distributed by installing it in the storage device of the. Further, the program and data for realizing the present invention are distributed by downloading from another device on the network connected via the communication line or the like by providing the communication processing unit. It doesn't matter.

The execution mode of the game is not limited to the one executed by attaching a detachable recording medium, but can be executed by temporarily storing the program and data downloaded via the communication line or the like in the internal memory or the like. It may be executed directly using the hardware resources of other devices on the network connected via a communication line or the like. Further, the game can be executed by exchanging data with another computer device or the like via a network.

In this specification, one of the expressions for comparison of various ratios such as the execution ratio of the production (expressions such as "high", "low", and "differentiate") is "0%". It may be included. For example, one may have a proportion of "0%" and the other may have a proportion of "100%" or less than "100%".

(Explanation of feature section 106F)
[Outline of control of feature unit 106F]
Next, the feature portion 106F of the present embodiment will be described. Regarding the feature unit 106F, a technique for a pachinko gaming machine in which setting values having different advantages for the player, such as a jackpot winning probability, can be set by a setting means will be described as follows. The game control microcomputer 100 (CPU103) also has a function as a setting means capable of setting any one of a plurality of setting values having different advantages for the player as the setting value of the jackpot winning probability. ..

First, the set value will be described. In the pachinko gaming machine 1 described in this example, the winning probability of a big hit changes according to the set value by a setting change operation using a predetermined switch or other operating means by a person on the game hall side (a game hall clerk, etc.). It is composed.

For example, in the game control microcomputer 100 (CPU103), a setting change process is executed so that the jackpot winning probability set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 can be changed according to the setting change operation. As a result, in the special symbol normal process of the special symbol process process, the setting change process that enables the jackpot winning probability to be changed is executed by using the display result determination table according to the set value. The set value is composed of, for example, three stages (multiple stages) of 1 to 6, and the winning probability of the jackpot increases in the order of set value 1 <set value 2 <set value 3 <set value 4 <set value 5 <set value 6. That is, when the set value 1 is set as the set value, the advantage is the lowest for the player, and the advantage is in the order of set value 2 <set value 3 <set value 4 <set value 5 <set value 6. It becomes higher gradually. The set value may be provided in a plurality of stages, and is not limited to the six stages. Since the ball ejection rate (the number of balls ejected per unit time (the number of prize balls)) changes according to the possibility of changing the winning probability of the jackpot in this way, changing the set value changes the ball ejection rate. It can be said that it does.

For example, in the pachinko gaming machine of the present embodiment, the jackpot winning probability changes according to the selection of the set value by the setting change operation when the power is turned on. Of the six-step setting values, for example, the setting value 6 may be called a high setting having a high jackpot winning probability, and the setting value 1 may be called a low setting having a low jackpot winning probability.

Further, the selection probability of the jackpot type may be changed by setting the setting values 1 to 6 as well as the winning probability of the jackpot. The selection probability of the variation pattern type may be changed by setting the set value 1 to the set value 6 as well as the winning probability of the big hit. The selection probability of the fluctuation pattern may be changed by setting the set value 1 to the set value 6 as well as the winning probability of the big hit.

Regarding the feature unit 106F, in a pachinko gaming machine in which any of a plurality of set values can be set, it is suggested which set value the set value is as a setting suggestion effect that suggests the setting means. A control example for executing an effect related to the setting value suggestion (hereinafter referred to as a set value suggestion effect) will be described. As the setting suggestion effect, an effect related to the setting change suggestion (hereinafter referred to as a setting change suggestion effect) that suggests that the setting value has been changed (the setting change process was executed at startup) is executed. May be good.

Regarding the feature unit 106F, during the variable display of the decorative symbol, in the display area of the decorative symbol, the rotation speed counter (the number of variable display times from the time when the power is turned on or the end of the previous jackpot game state to the occurrence of a new jackpot is displayed. It is possible to execute a specific display such as an image of a counter) to be counted, and it is possible to display the specific display in a specific mode corresponding to a notice effect such as a big hit notice as a notice suggesting that the game is controlled to a big hit game state. In addition, an example will be described in which the specific display can be displayed in a special mode corresponding to the setting suggestion effect, and the specific display can be displayed by a display priority different from the display of the decorative symbol.

[Command configuration of feature section 106F]
FIG. 8-1 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the contents of the effect control command used in the feature units 106F and 103F. The effect control command has, for example, a 2-byte structure, the first byte represents MODE (command classification), and the second byte represents EXT (command type). The first bit (bit 7) of the MODE data is always set to "1", and the first bit of the EXT data is set to "0". The command form shown in FIG. 8-2 is an example, and other command forms may be used. Further, in this example, the control command is composed of two control signals, but the number of control signals constituting the control command may be one or a plurality of three or more.

In the example shown in FIG. 8-1, the command 8001H is a first fluctuation start command for designating the fluctuation start in the special figure game using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 207SG004A. The command 8002H is a second fluctuation start command for designating the fluctuation start in the special figure game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 207SG004B. The command 81XXH is a decoration that is variablely displayed in the "left", "middle", and "right" decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in the image display device 5 in response to the variable display of the special symbol in the special symbol game. This is a fluctuation pattern specification command that specifies a fluctuation pattern (fluctuation time) of a symbol or the like. Here, XXH indicates that it is an unspecified hexadecimal number, and may be a value arbitrarily set according to the content of instruction by the effect control command. In the fluctuation pattern designation command, different EXT data is set according to the fluctuation pattern to be designated and the like.

The command 8CXXXH is a variation display result notification command, and is an effect control command for designating a variation display result such as a special symbol or a decorative symbol. In the variation display result notification command, for example, as shown in FIG. 8-8 (B), the determination result (pre-determination result) of whether the variation display result is "miss", "big hit", or "small hit". ) Or, different EXT data are set according to the determination result (big hit type determination result) of which of the plurality of types the jackpot type is to be used when the variable display result is "big hit".

The command 8F00H is a symbol confirmation command for designating the change stop (confirmation) of the decorative symbol in each of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in the image display device 5. The command 95XXH is a game state designation command for designating the current gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 shown in FIG. 8-1. In the game state designation command, for example, different EXT data is set according to the current game state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 shown in FIG. 8-1. As a specific example, the command 9500H is the first game state specification command corresponding to the game state (low base state, normal state) in which the time reduction control is not performed, and the command 9501H is the game state (high base state) in which the time reduction control is performed. , Time saving state) is used as the second game state specification command.

The command 96XXH is an error (abnormal) designation command that specifies the occurrence of an error (abnormality) and the type of the error (abnormality) that has occurred in the pachinko gaming machine 1 shown in FIG. 8-1. In the error (abnormality) designation command, for example, by setting the EXT data corresponding to each error (abnormality), it is specified which error (abnormality) has been determined on the effect control board 12 side. The occurrence of the specified error (abnormality) can be notified by the error notification process described later.

The command A0XXH is a hit start designation command (also referred to as a "fanfare command") for designating the display of an effect image indicating the start of the big hit game state or the small hit game state. The command A1XXH is a notification command during the opening of the big winning opening that notifies that the big winning opening is in the open state in the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state. The command A2XXH is a notification command after opening the big winning opening that notifies that the big winning opening has changed from the open state to the closed state in the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state. The command A3XXH is a hit end designation command for designating the display of the effect image at the end of the big hit game state or the small hit game state.

In the hit start designation command and the hit end designation command, different EXT data may be set according to the pre-determination result and the jackpot type determination result, for example, by setting the same EXT data as the variation display result notification command. .. Alternatively, in the hit start designation command or the hit end designation command, the correspondence between the pre-determined result and the jackpot type determination result and the set EXT data may be different from the correspondence in the variable display result notification command. .. In the notification command while the big winning opening is open and the notification command after opening the big winning opening, different EXT data is set according to the number of rounds executed (for example, "1" to "15") in the big hit game state or the small hit game state. Will be done.

The command B100H is based on the fact that the game ball that has passed (entered) the first start winning opening formed by the winning ball device 6A is detected by the first starting opening switch 22A and the starting winning (first starting winning) is generated. This is a first start opening winning designation command for notifying that the first start condition for executing the special figure game using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 207SG004A is satisfied. The command B200H is based on the fact that the game ball that has passed (entered) the second start winning opening formed by the variable winning ball device 6B is detected by the second starting opening switch 22B and the starting winning (second starting winning) is generated. , The second start opening winning designation command for notifying that the second start condition for executing the special figure game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 207SG004B has been satisfied.

The command C1XXH is a first hold storage number notification command for notifying the first special figure hold storage number in order to display the special figure hold storage number identifiable on the image display device 5 or the like. The command C2XXH is a second hold storage number notification command for notifying the second special figure hold storage number in order to display the special figure hold storage number identifiable on the image display device 5 or the like. The first hold memory number notification command is, for example, when the first start opening prize designation command is transmitted based on the fact that the game ball passes (enters) the first start winning opening and the first starting condition is satisfied. , Is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. The second hold memory number notification command is, for example, when the second start opening prize designation command is transmitted based on the fact that the game ball passes (enters) the second start winning opening and the second starting condition is satisfied. , Is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. Further, the first hold storage number notification command and the second hold storage number notification command are used in the special figure game when either the first start condition or the second start condition is satisfied (when the hold storage number decreases). It may be transmitted in response to the start of execution or the like.

Instead of the first hold storage number notification command and the second hold storage number notification command, the total hold storage number notification command for notifying the total hold storage number may be transmitted. That is, a total hold storage number notification command may be used to notify an increase (or decrease) of the total hold storage number.

The command D0XXH is a setting value designation command for designating the newly set setting value from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 (effect control CPU 120). The effect control CPU 120 stores the set value specified by the set value designation command in the RAM 122. The RAM 122 is a backup RAM in which the stored contents are stored for a predetermined period even if the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is stopped in part or in whole, and the power supply of the stored set values in the RAM 122 is stopped. Even if it is backed up and stored. The set value data stored in the RAM 122 is updated when the effect control CPU 120 side receives the set value designation command. As a result, the effect control CPU 120 side can always recognize the current set value based on the stored data of the RAM 122. The command E101H is a hot start notification command for notifying that the pachinko gaming machine 1 shown in FIG. 8-1 has started without clearing the contents of the RAM 102 (recovery from power failure, also referred to as hot start). The command E102H is a cold start notification command for notifying that the pachinko gaming machine 1 has cleared the contents of the RAM 102 and started (cold start). The command E103H is a setting value change start notification command for notifying that the operation for changing the set value has been started in the pachinko gaming machine 1 (the pachinko gaming machine 1 has been started in the set value changed state). The command E104H is a set value change end notification command for notifying that the set value change operation has been completed in the pachinko gaming machine 1. The command E105H is a set value confirmation start notification command for notifying that the pachinko gaming machine 1 has started the setting value confirmation operation (the pachinko gaming machine 1 has been started in the set value confirmation state). The command E106H is a setting value change end notification command for notifying that the confirmation operation of the set value of the pachinko gaming machine 1 has been completed.

The command is F1XXH and the command is F2XXH. These commands are effect control commands indicating the contents of the winning determination results such as the jackpot type determination and the variation pattern type determination at the time of starting winning to the first starting winning opening or the second starting winning opening. Of these, the command F1XXH is a symbol designation command that indicates whether or not a jackpot will be achieved and the determination result of the type of jackpot among the winning determination results. Further, the command F2XXH is a variation type command indicating a determination result (determination result of the variation pattern type) of which determination value the value of the random number for determination of the variation pattern type falls within the range of the determination value at the time of winning.

The command F1XXH is a symbol designation command that indicates whether or not a jackpot will be achieved and the determination result of the type of jackpot among the winning determination results. Further, the command F2XXH is a variation type command indicating a determination result (determination result of the variation pattern type) of which determination value the value of the random number for determination of the variation pattern type falls within the range of the determination value at the time of winning.

[Processing based on the fluctuation pattern specification command]
The effect control CPU 120 operates the image display device 5 based on the reception of the variation pattern designation command to display the variation of the displayed decorative pattern. Further, the image display device 5 may be provided with a constantly small symbol in a reduced form of the decorative symbol in response to the variable display of the special symbol. In such a case, the effect control CPU 120 operates the image display device 5 based on the reception of the variation pattern designation command to constantly display the variation of the small symbol to be displayed.

[Production control main processing]
Next, the effect control main process executed in the feature unit 106F will be described. FIG. 8-2 is a flowchart showing the effect control main process in the feature unit 106F. In FIG. 8-2, the effect control CPU 120 first executes a predetermined initialization process (207SGS401), clears the RAM 122, sets various initial values, and has a CTC (counter / counter /) mounted on the effect control board 12. Set the register of the timer circuit).

Further, the effect control CPU 120 sets a command reception waiting timer according to the command reception waiting period of the command transmitted from the main board 11 (207SGS403). Then, the value of the command reception waiting timer is decremented by -1 (207SGS404), and it is determined whether or not the command reception waiting timer has timed out (207SGS405). When the command reception waiting timer times out (207SGS405; N), the processes of 207SGS404 and 207SGS405 are repeatedly executed, and the command reception waiting timer waits until the timer goes out.

Then, when the command reception waiting timer goes out (207SGS405; Y), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the hot start notification command is received (207SGS406). When the hot start notification command is received (207SGS406; Y), that is, when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is restored from power failure, the player information stored in the RAM 122 (the player in the player information input processing described later). After receiving the input of the information, the information including the number of fluctuations, the number of big hits, the number of super reach, etc. stored in the RAM 122) is cleared (207SGS407), and the process proceeds to 207SGS427.

When the hot start notification command is not received (207SGS406; N), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the cold notification command is received (207SGS408). When the cold notification command is received (207SGS408; Y), the player information and the production information stored in the RAM 122 (the number of fluctuations, the number of jackpots, the number of fluctuations stored in the RAM 122 since the previous start of the pachinko gaming machine 1) (Information including the number of super reach times, etc.) is cleared (207SGS409), and the information stored in the RAM 102 is cleared, and the player information and the production information stored in the RAM 122 are notified. The RAM clear notification process for executing (RAM clear notification is executed) is executed (207SGS410). In the RAM clear notification process, the pachinko gaming machine 1 is started after displaying an image on the image display device 5, emitting light from the game effect lamp 9, sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R, etc. for a predetermined period (for example, 10 seconds). It suffices if it is possible to notify the clerk of the game hall or the like that the player information and the production information stored in the RAM 122 have been cleared. Then, after executing the RAM clear notification process, the process proceeds to 207SGS427.

Further, when the cold start notification command is not received (207SGS408; N), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the setting value change start notification command or the setting value confirmation start notification command is received (207SGS411). When the set value change start notification command or the set value confirmation start notification command is received (207SGS411; Y), that is, when the pachinko machine 1 is started in the set value change state or the set value confirmation state, the set value is changed. The set value-related notification process for executing the notification that the operation is in progress (notification during setting value change) and the notification that the setting value is being confirmed (notification during setting value confirmation) is executed (207SGS412). In the set value-related notification process, a notification image indicating that the setting variable value is being changed and a notification image indicating that the setting value is being confirmed are displayed.

After executing the set value-related notification process in the 207SGS412, the sub-side game stop process is executed (40FS001). In the sub-side game stop processing, when the effect control command is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 during the setting change state or the setting confirmation state, the effect control CPU 120 stops the game. The process is executed. Details of the sub-side game stop processing will be described with reference to FIG. 8-3.

After the sub-side game stop process is executed in 40FS001, it is determined whether or not the set value change end notification command or the set value confirmation end notification command is received (207SGS416). If the setting value change end notification command or the setting value confirmation end notification command is not received (207SGS416; N), the process proceeds to 207SGS412, and if the setting value change end notification command and the setting value confirmation end notification command are received (207SGS416; Y). ) Proceed to 207SGS427.

When the setting value change start notification command and the setting value confirmation start notification command are not received in the 207SGS411 (207SGS411; N), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the error designation command is received (207SGS425). When the error specification command is received (207SGS425; Y), the error notification process (207SGS426) for performing the error notification indicated by the error specification command is executed, and when the error specification command is not received (207SGS425; N), the error notification process is executed. , 207 SGS 403.

When the process proceeds to 207SGS427, the effect control CPU 120 identifies which of the hot start notification command, the cold start notification command, the set value change end notification command, and the set value confirmation end notification command has been received, and the image display device 5 displays the image. The display of the initial symbol corresponding to the received command is started. For example, when the received command is a hot start notification command, a setting value confirmation end notification command, or a cold start notification command, that is, when a new setting value is not set in the pachinko gaming machine 1, the image display device 5 As the initial symbol, the display of the decorative symbol is started with the combination of "1", "2", and "3" from the left. Further, when the received command is a setting value change end notification command, that is, when there is a possibility that a new setting value has been set in the pachinko gaming machine 1, the image display device 5 is displayed as an initial symbol from the left. The display of the decorative pattern is started with the combination of "4", "5", and "6".

In addition, when there is a possibility that a new set value is set in the pachinko gaming machine 1, if a set value advantageous to the player (for example, “6”) is set, it is disadvantageous to the player. The decorative symbol may be displayed as a combination of "4", "5", and "6" as the initial symbol at a higher rate than when the set value (for example, "1") is set. By doing so, it can be suggested that the pachinko gaming machine 1 is set with a setting value that is advantageous for the player, and the gaming interest can be improved.

Further, when there is a possibility that a new setting value is set for the pachinko gaming machine 1, a setting value advantageous to the player (for example, "6") is set, and a setting disadvantageous to the player. The initial symbol displayed on the image display device 5 may be different from the case where the value (for example, "1") is set. Further, depending on whether a setting value advantageous to the player (for example, "6") is set or a setting value unfavorable to the player (for example, "1") is set, the speakers 8L and 8R The volume of the output sound, the amount of light of the game effect lamp 9, and the like may be different.

Next, in order to regulate the execution of the pre-reading notice effect in the first four fluctuations, "4" is set in the pre-reading regulation counter (207SGS428). After that, the effect control CPU 120 shifts to the loop process for monitoring the timer interrupt flag (207SGS429). When the timer interrupt occurs, the effect control CPU 120 sets the timer interrupt flag in the timer interrupt process. If the timer interrupt flag is set (on), the effect control CPU 120 clears the flag (207SGS430) and executes the following processing.

First, the effect control CPU 120 executes a start notification process for notifying that the pachinko gaming machine 1 has started (207SGS431). In the activation notification process, for example, it is determined whether or not the interruption is the first interruption from the activation of the pachinko gaming machine 1. If it is the first interrupt from the start of the pachinko game machine 1, specify which of the hot start notification command, the cold start notification command, the set value change end notification command, and the set value confirmation end notification command has been received, and then specify which of the above. The start notification process table corresponding to the received command is selected, and the start notification process timer corresponding to the received command is started. Then, after starting the start notification process timer, the pachinko gaming machine 1 is started based on the value of the start notification process timer and the start notification process table by executing the start notification process in the next and subsequent interrupts. All you have to do is execute the notification.

In the feature unit 207SG in the present embodiment, the command received when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is started is one of a hot start notification command, a cold start notification command, a set value change end notification command, and a set value confirmation end notification command. Depending on the presence, the mode of notification of activation of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is different. For example, when a hot start notification command or a setting value confirmation end notification command is received when starting the pachinko gaming machine 1, that is, when a new setting value is not set in the pachinko gaming machine 1. The game effect lamp 9 emits light for 60 seconds and the speakers 8L and 8R output the output sound A for 30 seconds. The light emission start timing of these game effect lamps 9 for 60 seconds and the output start timing of the output sound A for 30 seconds from the speakers 8L and 8R are the same, but the light emission start timing of these game effect lamps 9 for 60 seconds and The output start timing of the output sound A for 30 seconds from the speakers 8L and 8R may be different.

Further, when the cold start notification command is received when starting the pachinko gaming machine 1, that is, when a new setting value is not set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 and the data in the RAM 102 is cleared. The game effect lamp 9 emits light for 60 seconds and the speakers 8L and 8R output the output sound B for 30 seconds. The light emission start timing of these game effect lamps 9 for 60 seconds and the output start timing of the output sound B for 30 seconds from the speakers 8L and 8R are the same, but the light emission start timing of these game effect lamps 9 for 60 seconds and The output start timing of the output sound B for 30 seconds from the speakers 8L and 8R may be different.

The specific control in the present invention means that when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is started in a hot start or setting confirmation state, the effect control CPU 120 emits light for 60 seconds from the game effect lamp 9 and outputs from the speakers 8L and 8R for 30 seconds. When the output of the sound A is executed and the pachinko game machine 1 is started by the cold start, the effect control CPU 120 emits light of the game effect lamp 9 for 60 seconds and the output sound B from the speakers 8L and 8R for 30 seconds. Includes both performing output.

When the pachinko gaming machine 1 is activated and the set value change end notification command or the set value change end notification command is received, the game effect lamp 9 emits light for 40 seconds and the speakers 8L and 8R emit light for 20 seconds. Output of the output sound C of the above, and display of a message image (for example, a message image indicating that the change of the set value is completed) for 40 seconds is executed on the image display device 5. Although the light emission start timing of the game effect lamp 9 for 40 seconds, the output start timing of the output sound C for 20 seconds from the speakers 8L and 8R, and the display start timing of the message image on the image display device 5 are the same. The light emission start timing of the game effect lamp 9 for 40 seconds, the output start timing of the output sound C for 20 seconds from the speakers 8L and 8R, and the display start timing of the message image on the image display device 5 may be different.

In particular, when the setting value change end notification command is received when the pachinko game machine 1 is started, the hot start notification command or the cold start notification command is received when the pachinko game machine 1 is started. However, since the message image is displayed on the image display device 5, it is easy to recognize that the set value of the pachinko gaming machine 1 has been changed.

In addition, although the embodiment in which the activation notification when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is activated is executed by using the game effect lamp 9, the speakers 8L, 8R, and the image display device 5, the present invention is limited to this. Instead, the pachinko game machine 1 is provided with an external output terminal capable of outputting a signal to a management computer of the game hall or a management device such as a counter for each machine, and the external output is provided as a start notification when the pachinko game machine 1 is started. A signal that can identify that the pachinko gaming machine 1 has been activated may be output from the terminal to the management device.

Further, even if the pachinko gaming machine 1 is started in any of the hot start, cold start, setting change state, and setting confirmation state, some devices that execute the start notification are common (in any case, the game effect lamp 9). (Implements light emission and sound output from speakers 8L, 8R), but the present invention is not limited to this, and the pachinko gaming machine 1 has a hot start, a cold start, a setting change state, and the like. The device that executes the start notification differs depending on which of the setting confirmation states is started (for example, when the pachinko game machine 1 is started by cold start, a message image is displayed on the image display device 5 and the pachinko machine is started. When the gaming machine 1 is started in the changed setting state, a signal may be output from the above-mentioned external output terminal to the management device, etc.).

Further, the notification mode in each device that executes the start notification may be different depending on whether the pachinko gaming machine 1 is started in the hot start, cold start, setting change state, or setting confirmation state. Specifically, when the pachinko game machine 1 is started by cold start, all the game effect lamps 9 provided in the pachinko game machine 1 are made to emit light, while the pachinko game machine 1 is started in the setting changed state. In this case, only a part of the game effect lamps 9 provided in the pachinko gaming machine 1 may be made to emit light.

Further, when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is started in the setting change state, since the gaming machine frame is open, sound is output from only one of the speakers 8L and 8R (3 for the pachinko gaming machine 1). If more than one speaker is provided, sound is output only from some of the speakers), and if the pachinko gaming machine 1 is started with a cold start, the gaming machine frame is closed. Since there are many cases, the sound may be output from all the speakers 8L and 8R. Further, when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is started in the setting changed state, the image display device 5 displays a message image indicating that the setting is being changed, such as "setting is being changed", while the pachinko gaming machine 1 is cold. When started at the start, the image display device 5 may display a message image indicating that the RAM 102 or the RAM 122 has been cleared, such as "RAM has been cleared".

Further, when a plurality of external output terminals are provided in the pachinko gaming machine 1, the terminals for outputting signals to the management device may be different according to each notification. For example, when the pachinko game machine 1 is started in the setting change state, the period until the setting value change is completed (until the setting value change end notification command or the setting value specification command is received) as a notification during the setting value change. A signal is output to the management device from the terminal corresponding to the setting change over a period of time), and after the change of the set value is completed, a signal is output to the management device from the terminal corresponding to the error or RAM clear as a RAM clear notification. When the pachinko gaming machine 1 is started by a cold start, it is only necessary to output a signal to the management device from the terminal corresponding to the error or the RAM clear as the RAM clear notification.

When the external output terminal is used in common for each notification, the timing of outputting the signal to the management device may be different according to each notification.

As described above, the activation notification process exemplifies a mode in which the activation notification mode of the pachinko gaming machine 1 differs depending on the received command, but the present invention is not limited to this, and these pachinko gaming machines 1 are not limited thereto. The activation notification of is executed in the notification mode of 1 regardless of the received command. Further, the start notification of the pachinko game machine 1 exemplifies a mode in which the start notification is executed regardless of which of the hot start notification command, the cold start notification command, the set value confirmation end notification command, and the set value change end notification command is received. The present invention is not limited to this, and among these hot start notification command, cold start notification command, set value confirmation end notification command, and set value change end notification command, even if it is received, the pachinko game machine 1 A command that does not execute the start notification may be provided.

In addition, as an initialization effect, activation notifications of different modes are executed according to the command received when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is started, or different combinations are used according to the command received when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is started. The decorative symbols may be displayed on the image display device 5, and the mode of activation notification and the combination of the decorative symbols as these initialization effects are all different depending on the command received when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is activated. Alternatively, only a part of them may be the same.

In addition, an example of a mode in which the start notification is executed regardless of whether the pachinko gaming machine 1 is started by a hot start, a cold start, a setting change state, or a setting confirmation state. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is started by a hot start or is started in a setting confirmation state, these start notifications may not be executed.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 executes a power failure detection process (207SGS432). In the power supply cutoff detection process, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not there is an input of a power supply cutoff signal indicating that the power supply voltage from the power supply board (not shown) has dropped to a predetermined value or less. If there is no power off signal input, the process ends, and if there is a power off signal input, backup data including set value information and player information stored in the RAM 122 is specified and specified. The backup data is stored in the backup data storage area provided in the RAM 122. Then, after creating check data to be used when recovering the backup data and storing it in the backup data storage area, the process shifts to a loop process in which no process is executed until the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned off.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 analyzes the received effect control command and performs a process of setting a flag corresponding to the received effect control command (command analysis process: 207SGS433). In this command analysis process, the effect control CPU 120 confirms the content of the command transmitted from the main board 11 stored in the reception command buffer. The effect control command transmitted from the game control microcomputer 100 is received by the interrupt process based on the effect control INT signal, and is stored in the buffer area formed in the RAM 122. In the command analysis process, which command (see FIG. 8-1) is the effect control command stored in the buffer area is analyzed.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 performs the effect control process process (207SGS434). 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 image display device 5 is executed.

Next, a random number update process for production (207SGS435) that updates the count value of the counter for generating a random number for production such as a random number for determining a jackpot symbol, a player information input process (207SGS436) that accepts input of player information, and a game. The player information output process (207SGS437) that outputs the person information and the effect information aggregation process (207SGS438) that aggregates the effect information are executed. After that, it shifts to S52.

In the player information input process, the effect control CPU 120 uses a password (a password generated by an external server in which the player's game information is stored in advance) by operating the player's stick controller 31A or push button 31B. The player can access the server by using a communication terminal such as a smartphone and receive the generated password), and stores the player information specified from the password in the RAM 122. Further, the effect control CPU 120 updates and stores the number of fluctuations, the number of big hits, the number of super reach, etc. as the player information stored every time the variation display, the jackpot game, and the super reach are executed.

In the player information output process, the effect control CPU 120 generates a two-dimensional code based on the player information stored in the RAM 122 by operating the player's stick controller 31A and push button 31B, and the two-dimensional code. Is displayed on the image display device 5. Then, after the display of the two-dimensional code is completed, the player information stored in the RAM 122 is cleared. In addition, the player reads the two-dimensional code displayed on the image display device 5 on a mobile terminal such as a smartphone, and transmits the player information aggregated in this game to an external server, thereby performing the pachinko game machine. The cumulative player information in 1 can be stored in the server.

In the effect information aggregation process, the effect control CPU 120 updates and stores the number of fluctuations, the number of jackpots, the number of super reach, etc. stored in the RAM 122 as the effect information each time the variation display, the jackpot game, and the super reach are executed. To do.

[Sub-side game stop processing]
FIG. 8-2 is a flowchart showing a sub-side game stop process executed in 40FS001. The effect control CPU 120 stores the effect control command transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 by the CPU 103 in the effect control command reception buffer provided in the RAM 122. Then, the effect control CPU 120 analyzes the command stored in the effect control command reception buffer.

In the sub-side game stop process, the effect control CPU 120 checks the effect control command reception buffer and determines whether or not the first variation start command has been received (40FS010). If it is determined that the first fluctuation start command has not been received, the process proceeds to 40FS011. When it is determined that the first fluctuation start command has been received, the received command is discarded (40FS021). The effect control CPU 120 displays the variation of the fourth symbol corresponding to the first special symbol by operating the image display device 5 by discarding the first variation start command during the setting change state or the setting confirmation state. It is possible not to execute the control to be performed. After that, the process ends.

In 40FS011, the effect control CPU 120 checks the effect control command reception buffer and determines whether or not the second variation start command has been received. If it is determined that the second fluctuation start command has not been received, the process proceeds to 40FS012. When it is determined that the second fluctuation start command has been received, the received command is discarded (40FS021). The effect control CPU 120 displays the variation of the fourth symbol corresponding to the second special symbol by operating the image display device 5 by discarding the second variation start command during the setting change state or the setting confirmation state. It is possible not to execute the control to be performed. After that, the process ends.

In 40FS012, the effect control CPU 120 checks the effect control command reception buffer and determines whether or not the variation pattern designation command has been received. If it is determined that the variation pattern specification command has not been received, the process proceeds to 40FS013. If it is determined that the variation pattern specification command has been received, the received command is discarded (40FS021). The effect control CPU 120 controls to display the variation of the decorative symbol or constantly display the variation of the small symbol by operating the image display device 5 by discarding the variation pattern designation command during the setting change state or the setting confirmation state. Can be prevented from executing. After that, the process ends.

In 40FS013, the effect control CPU 120 confirms the effect control command reception buffer, and determines whether or not the designated command during the opening of the large winning opening is received. If it is determined that the designated command is not received while the large winning opening is open, the process proceeds to 40FS014. If it is determined that the designated command is received while the large winning opening is open, the received command is discarded (40FS021). The effect control CPU 120 updates the display of the number of rounds in the jackpot game state by operating the image display device 5 by discarding the command for opening the big winning opening while the setting is being changed or the setting is being confirmed. You can prevent it from running. After that, the process ends.

In 40FS014, the effect control CPU 120 checks the effect control command reception buffer and determines whether or not the first start winning opening designation command has been received. If it is determined that the first start winning opening designation command has not been received, the process proceeds to 40FS015. When it is determined that the first start winning opening designation command has been received, the received command is discarded (40FS021). The effect control CPU 120 does not display the hold display of the first hold information by operating the image display device 5 by discarding the first start winning opening designation command during the setting change state or the setting confirmation state. can do. After that, the process ends.

In 40FS015, the effect control CPU 120 checks the effect control command reception buffer and determines whether or not the second start winning opening designation command has been received. If it is determined that the second start winning opening designation command has not been received, the process proceeds to 40FS016. When it is determined that the second start winning opening designation command has been received, the received command is discarded (40FS021). The effect control CPU 120 does not display the hold display of the second hold information by operating the image display device 5 by discarding the second start winning opening designation command during the setting change state or the setting confirmation state. can do. After that, the process ends.

In 40FS016, the effect control CPU 120 checks the effect control command reception buffer and determines whether or not the symbol designation command has been received. If it is determined that the symbol designation command has not been received, the process proceeds to 40FS016. When it is determined that the symbol designation command has been received, the received command is discarded (40FS021). The effect control CPU 120 can prevent the flash effect at the time of winning by controlling the lamp to emit light by discarding the symbol designation command during the setting change state or the setting confirmation state. Further, the effect control CPU 120 can prevent the image display device 5 from executing the winning hold change effect by discarding the symbol designation command during the setting change state or the setting confirmation state. .. After that, the process ends.

In 40FS017, the effect control CPU 120 checks the effect control command reception buffer and determines whether or not the variation type designation command has been received. If it is determined that the variation type specification command has not been received, the process proceeds to 40FS018. When it is determined that the variation type designation command has been received, the received command is discarded (40FS021). The effect control CPU 120 can prevent the flash effect at the time of winning by controlling the lamp to emit light by discarding the variation type designation command during the setting change state or the setting confirmation state. Further, the effect control CPU 120 may not execute the winning hold change effect by operating the image display device 5 by discarding the variation type designation command during the setting change state or the setting confirmation state. it can. After that, the process ends.

In 40FS018, the effect control CPU 120 checks the effect control command reception buffer and determines whether or not the test command has been received. Here, the test command is a command directly transmitted to the effect control board 12 from a device that sends a command for confirming the state of the screen or the state of the accessory provided in the gaming machine at the time of shipment from the factory. .. When transmitting a test command, various test commands are transmitted with a transmission device dedicated to transmitting the test command connected to the effect control board 12.

If it is determined in 40FS018 that the test command has not been received, the process proceeds to 40FS019. When it is determined that the test command has been received, the control according to the test command is executed even in the setting change state or the setting confirmation state (40FS020). For example, the effect control CPU 120 is determined by operating the image display device 5 based on receiving a test command for checking the liquid crystal of the image display device 5 during the setting change state or the setting confirmation state. Display the check screen. In this way, the process based on the reception of the test command is executed even in the setting change state or the setting confirmation state. After that, the process ends.

In 40FS019, the effect control CPU 120 confirms the effect control command reception buffer, and determines whether or not a command other than the setting change end notification command or the setting confirmation end notification command has been received (40FS019). These commands are, for example, the commands shown in FIG. 8-1. If it is determined that these commands have not been received, the process ends. When it is determined that these commands have been received, the received commands are discarded (40FS021). By discarding these commands during the setting change state or the setting confirmation state, the effect control CPU 120 can prevent a predetermined effect means such as the image display device 5 from executing the effect. After that, the process ends.

[Effects obtained by sub-side game stop processing]
As shown in FIG. 8-3, the effect control CPU 120 discards the variation pattern specification command even if it receives the variation pattern specification command when it is controlled to the setting change state. Do not perform receive-based control. By doing so, it is possible to prevent a predetermined effect means such as the image display device 5 from malfunctioning even if an irregular command is received during the setting change state.

As shown in FIG. 8-3, the effect control CPU 120 discards the variation pattern specification command even if it receives the variation pattern specification command while being controlled in the setting confirmation state. Do not perform receive-based control. By doing so, it is possible to prevent a predetermined effect means such as the image display device 5 from malfunctioning even if an irregular command is received during the setting confirmation state.

As shown in FIG. 8-3, even if the effect control CPU 120 receives the first fluctuation start command and the second fluctuation start command while being controlled to the setting change state, the first fluctuation start command and the second fluctuation start command are received. Since the fluctuation start command is discarded, the control based on the reception of the first fluctuation start command and the second fluctuation start command is not executed. By doing so, it is possible to prevent a predetermined effect means such as the image display device 5 from malfunctioning even if an irregular command is received during the setting change state.

As shown in FIG. 8-3, even if the effect control CPU 120 receives the first fluctuation start command and the second fluctuation start command while being controlled in the setting confirmation state, the first fluctuation start command and the second fluctuation start command are received. Since the fluctuation start command is discarded, the control based on the reception of the first fluctuation start command and the second fluctuation start command is not executed. By doing so, it is possible to prevent a predetermined effect means such as the image display device 5 from malfunctioning even if an irregular command is received during the setting confirmation state.

As shown in FIG. 8-3, when the effect control CPU 120 is controlled to the setting change state, even if it receives the special winning opening opening designation command, it discards the large winning opening opening designated command. The control based on the reception of the specified command while the big winning opening is open is not executed. By doing so, it is possible to prevent a predetermined effect means such as the image display device 5 from malfunctioning even if an irregular command is received during the setting change state.

As shown in FIG. 8-3, when the effect control CPU 120 is controlled to the setting confirmation state, even if it receives the special winning opening opening designation command, it discards the large winning opening opening designated command. The control based on the reception of the specified command while the big winning opening is open is not executed. By doing so, it is possible to prevent a predetermined effect means such as the image display device 5 from malfunctioning even if an irregular command is received during the setting confirmation state.

As shown in FIG. 8-3, even if the effect control CPU 120 receives the first start winning opening designation command and the second starting winning opening designation command while being controlled to the setting change state, the first start winning entry is won. Since the mouth designation command and the second start winning opening designation command are discarded, the control based on the reception of the first start winning opening designation command and the second start winning opening designation command is not executed. By doing so, it is possible to prevent a predetermined effect means such as the image display device 5 from malfunctioning even if an irregular command is received during the setting change state.

As shown in FIG. 8-3, even if the effect control CPU 120 receives the first start winning opening designation command and the second starting winning opening designation command while being controlled in the setting confirmation state, the first start winning entry is won. Since the mouth designation command and the second start winning opening designation command are discarded, the control based on the reception of the first start winning opening designation command and the second start winning opening designation command is not executed. By doing so, it is possible to prevent a predetermined effect means such as the image display device 5 from malfunctioning even if an irregular command is received during the setting confirmation state.

As shown in FIG. 8-3, the effect control CPU 120 discards the symbol designation command and the variation type command when the setting is changed, and is based on the reception of the symbol designation command and the variation type command. Do not perform control. In this way, even if an irregular command is received while the setting is being changed, it is possible to prevent a predetermined effect means such as a winning lamp or an image display device 5 from malfunctioning.

As shown in FIG. 8-3, the effect control CPU 120 discards the symbol designation command and the variation type command when controlled in the setting confirmation state, and is based on the reception of the symbol designation command and the variation type command. Do not perform control. By doing so, even if an irregular command is received during the setting confirmation state, it is possible to prevent the predetermined effect means such as the winning lamp and the image display device 5 from malfunctioning.

As shown in FIG. 8-3, the effect control CPU 120 analyzes the command from the CPU 103, but then discards the received command such as 40FS021. By doing so, it is possible to prevent a predetermined effect means such as the image display device 5 from malfunctioning even if an irregular command is received in the setting change state or the setting confirmation state. In addition, since the received command is discarded and no information remains, even if the setting change state or the setting confirmation state ends, no erroneous command remains and no malfunction is executed.

As shown in Fig. 8-3, based on the reception of the setting value change start notification command, the setting to display the image notifying that the setting is in the setting change state is set, and the setting value confirmation start notification command is received. Based on, set to display an image notifying that the setting is in the confirmation state. In this way, it can be shown that the control is controlled to the setting change state or the setting confirmation state, and even if an irregular command is received in the setting change state or the setting confirmation state, the image display device 5 or the like It is possible to prevent the predetermined production means of the above from malfunctioning.

As shown in 40FS020 of FIG. 8-3, the control according to the test command is executed even when the setting is controlled to the setting change state or the setting confirmation state. In this way, even when the setting is changed or the setting is confirmed, the operation of the predetermined effect means such as the image display device 5 based on the test command can be executed.

[Example of setting suggestion effect and example of advance notice effect using a specific display image]
Next, with respect to the feature unit 106F, examples of each of the setting suggestion effect using the image of the specific display and the advance notice effect using the image of the specific display will be described.

FIG. 8-4 is a display screen view of the image display device 5 showing an effect example of the setting suggestion effect using the specific display and an effect example of the advance notice effect using the specific display. In FIGS. 8-4 (A) to 8-4, a setting suggestion effect using a specific display is executed at the start of the 136th variable display from the end of the previous jackpot game state, and the end of the previous jackpot game state. An example of an effect in which a notice effect using a specific display is executed at the start of the 137th variable display from time is shown.

As shown in FIGS. 8-4 (A) to 8-4, in the central portion of the display area of the image display device 5, corresponding to the variable display of specific identification information such as the first special symbol or the second special symbol. , Left, middle, and right decorative symbols are variablely displayed in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. FIG. 8-4 (A) shows a display image of the image display device 5 when the 135th variable display is completed from the end of the previous jackpot game state. FIG. 8-4 (B) shows a display image of the image display device 5 when the 136th variable display is being executed since the end of the previous jackpot game state. FIG. 8-4 (C) shows a display image of the image display device 5 when the 136th variable display is completed from the end of the previous jackpot game state. FIG. 8-4 (D) shows a display image of the image display device 5 when the 137th variable display is being executed since the end of the previous jackpot game state.

The resident character 106F008 as a character image is displayed in the lower right portion of the display area of the image display device 5 in a manner in which the variable display is stopped and the variable display is resident. The resident character 106F008 may or may not be residently displayed in a predetermined gaming state such as a big hit gaming state. Further, the resident character 106F008 may be switched and displayed on another character image in a mode selected from a plurality of types of characters according to a predetermined condition such as a change in the effect control mode. The resident character 106F008 may or may not be displayed. The resident character 106F008 can display the operation, and the operation may be changed according to the degree of expectation of the occurrence of a big hit. The image color of the resident character 106F008 can be changed, and the image color may be changed according to the degree of expectation of the occurrence of a big hit.

In the hold display area located at the lower part in the display area of the image display device 5, the hold image 106F001, which is a circular hold icon display, is displayed as the hold display corresponding to the hold storage information. In the central part of the lower part of the display area of the image display device 5, which is an area adjacent to the hold display area, a hold image 106F001 is set as a variable display corresponding to the variable display of the special symbol and the decorative symbol currently being executed. An active display area is provided in which the active display for displaying the active image 106F002, which is a similar circular icon display, is performed.

The hold image 106F001 is a hold display corresponding to the hold storage information of the variable display that has not been executed yet, and the active image 106F002 is an active display corresponding to the currently executed variable display.

The hold image 106F001 and the active image 106F002 can be subjected to effect control that changes to a color according to the expectation of the jackpot (for example, the expectation of the jackpot is different due to the relationship of blue <green <red).

For example, as shown in FIGS. 8-4 (A) to 8-4, the hold image 106F001, which is the hold display corresponding to the first hold information, is displayed in order from the side closest to the active display area in the center to the left. In the mode, the information is displayed according to the order in which the reserved storage information is generated. The newly generated reserved storage information appears at the leftmost position in the arrangement of the reserved images 106F001 when the reserved image 106F001 corresponding to the previously generated reserved storage information at the time of the occurrence is displayed. Is displayed.

Each reserved image 106F001 is displayed in a display mode mounted on the reserved pedestal image 106F003 in the pedestal mode. The active image 106F002 is displayed in a display mode mounted on the active pedestal image 106F004 in a pedestal mode. The hold pedestal image 106F001 is the first first to display the hold image 106F001 of a maximum of four (first hold storage number upper limit value) corresponding to the first hold storage information (hold storage information of the first special figure). The four reserved storage information are displayed side by side in the horizontal direction before they are generated. Then, each time the first reserved storage information is generated, the reserved image 106F001 is displayed in a display mode in which the reserved image 106F001 is sequentially placed on the reserved pedestal image 106F001.

A maximum of four reserved images (upper limit value of the second reserved storage number) corresponding to the second reserved storage information are not shown, but on the right side of the active pedestal image 106F004, the reserved images corresponding to the first reserved storage information and the reserved images. By the same display pattern, it is displayed in a display mode placed on the holding pedestal image. The hold images corresponding to the second hold storage information are displayed on the hold pedestal image in the order in which the hold storage information is generated, in a display mode in which the hold images are arranged in order from the side closest to the active display area at the left end to the right.

When the variable display of the decorative symbol in the left, middle, and right decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R is executed, the earliest stored reserved storage information among the current reserved storage information is the variable display. The hold image 106F001, which was displayed in the first position adjacent to the active display area as the first displayed hold display, is deleted from the hold display area, and the first hold is deleted. The image 106F001 is moved (shifted) to the position of the active display area, and an effect operation of being displayed as the active image 106F002 in a manner as if it is placed on the active pedestal image 106F004 is executed. Then, when the variable display is executed, the hold image 106F001 corresponding to the hold storage information other than the hold storage information stored first is moved and displayed (shifted) one by one in the direction approaching the active display area. The action is performed.

In the lower part of the image display device 5, in a display area different from the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, the small symbol 106F011, which may be referred to by another name of the constantly changing small symbol, is variably displayed. In the small symbol 106F011, the same symbol as the left, middle, and right decorative symbols is variably displayed as the left, middle, and right small symbols in a size smaller than the decorative symbol, and is stopped and displayed. Basically, the small symbol is variably displayed in synchronization with the decorative symbol, and the effect control CPU 120 executes control to stop and display the same display result as the decorative symbol display result. Corresponding to the variable display period, the decorative symbol is in the shaking stop state before the end of the variable display period, and is stopped and displayed based on the fact that the effect control CPU 120 receives the symbol confirmation command. The small symbol 106F011 is controlled so that the variable display can always be executed regardless of what kind of effect is executed. Therefore, when the variable display of the special symbol is executed, the variable display of the small symbol 106F011 can always be executed even when the decorative symbol is not displayed. For example, in the small symbol 106F011, even when the decorative symbol is stopped at the reach symbol and the reach effect is being executed, the variable display is continuously executed without the reach effect being executed, and the symbol confirmation command is received by the effect control CPU 120. Based on the above, a display or the like in which all the symbols are stopped and displayed at the same time is executed. By displaying the small symbol 106F011 in this way, it is possible to ensure the visibility of the symbol to be variably displayed regardless of the effect state.

In the lower part of the image display device 5, in a display area different from the hold display area, as a hold display corresponding to the hold storage information, the first hold storage number and the first hold storage number and the first hold image are set apart from the hold image 106F001 which is a circular hold icon display. 2 The hold number image 106F012, which is a hold number display that numerically displays each of the hold storage numbers, is displayed. Regarding the hold number image 106F012, the display effect control CPU 120 acquires and holds each of the first hold storage number and the second hold storage number by the same acquisition method as in the case of displaying the hold image 106F001 which is the hold icon display. The numerical image 106F012 executes a control for numerically displaying each of the first reserved storage number and the second reserved storage number. Number of Holds In the image 106F012, for example, the numerical value on the left side is the first hold storage number, and the numerical value on the right side is the second hold storage number. The hold number image 106F012 is controlled by the effect control CPU 120 so that the hold storage number can be constantly displayed regardless of what effect is executed. Therefore, even if the hold image 106F001 is not displayed, the hold number image 106F012 can always be displayed. By displaying the hold number image 106F012 in this way, the visibility of the hold storage number can be ensured regardless of the effect state.

In the image display device 5, when the power is turned on or in a part of the left, middle, and right decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R (specifically, the end of the left decorative symbol display area 5L), or the previous jackpot. The specific display 106F005, which is an image showing a fluctuation counter that numerically displays the number of variable displays (variable displays) executed from the end of the game state to the present, is displayed. The specific display 106F005 is composed of a counter unit 106F006 composed of an image for numerically displaying the variable display count, and a counter base 106F007 composed of a U-shaped image provided along the left and right ends and the lower end of the counter unit 106F006. Will be done.

As shown in FIGS. 8-4 (A) and 8-4 (B) and 8-4 (C) and 8-4 (D), the specific display 106F005 produces both the stopped state of the variable display and the executed state of the variable display. Executed in the state. As described above, the specific display 106F005 can be executed in a common display mode during the variable display and the non-variable display (stopped). Since a common specific display can be executed during the variable display and the non-variable display, the player's attention to the specific display 106F005 can be increased by making the specific display 106F005 resident.

In the specific display 106F005, the numerical value of the variable display number displayed by the counter unit 106F006 is updated and displayed every time the variable display of the special symbol (decorative symbol) is executed. In this way, as the specific display, a numerical value corresponding to the variable display such as the variable display count is displayed, and the numerical value is updated and displayed in connection with the execution of the variable display, thereby relating to the specific display 106F005. It is possible to increase the player's attention to the number of times the variable display is executed.

In the specific display 106F005, the display mode of the counter base 106F007 can be changed. For example, the counter base 106F007 is basically displayed in white as a normal color as shown in FIGS. 8-4 (A) and 8-4 (B), but when the setting suggestion effect is executed, FIG. 8-4 (B) When the effect control for displaying light emission in purple (shown by shading in the figure) is executed, which is a special mode as shown in the above, and when the notice effect of the big hit is executed, it is a specific mode as shown in FIG. 8-4 (D). The effect control that emits light in red (shown by shading in the figure) is executed.

As described above, the specific display 106F005 is basically an image that displays the variable number of times of display, but when the advance notice effect is executed, it can be displayed in a specific mode such as emitting red light, and the setting suggestion effect is executed. When it is used, it can be displayed in a special mode such as emitting purple light. As a result, the player can be made to pay attention to the display mode of the specific display 106F005.

When the setting suggestion effect and the advance notice effect can be executed in the specific display such as the specific display 106F005, a part of the specific display (for example, a counter) as shown in FIGS. 8-4 (B) and 8-4 (D). An example of displaying the base 106F007) in a specific display mode (for example, purple or red) has been shown, but the present invention is not limited to this, and by setting all of the specific display as the specific display mode, the setting suggestion effect and the advance notice effect can be obtained in the specific display. May be made executable.

[Example of priority of image display on image display device 5]
Next, the priority of image display will be described with respect to the main images displayed by the image display device 5. FIG. 8-5 is a diagram showing the display priority of the main images displayed on the image display device 5. In FIG. 8-5, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 shown in FIG. 1, in order to perform a predetermined effect, for example, as a movable body capable of controlling the effect of moving to the front of the image display device 5 at a predetermined timing. An example in which the movable accessory is provided will be described as an example. The movable accessory is driven and controlled by the effect control CPU 120.

As shown in FIG. 8-5, the image display device 5 is provided with a plurality of image display layers (display layers) such as display layers A, B, C, D, E, and F, and a plurality of images are provided. By displaying on any of the image display layers of, the screen is displayed using the image. As the image display layer, display layers A, B, C, D, E, and F are provided in order from the front between the frontmost surface and the rearmost surface of the display screen of the image display area of the image display device 5. When a number of image display layers are provided in this way, the priority of image display is set in the relationship of display layers "A> B> C> D> E> F". That is, as for the image display layer, the higher the front side display layer, the higher the priority of image display. For example, when the display position overlaps between the image of the display layer A and the image of the display layer F, the image of the front display layer A having a high priority is preferentially displayed and displayed as the image of the overlapped display position. The image of layer F is hidden by the image of display layer A and is not visually displayed. Further, regarding the relationship between the decorative symbol and the specific display 106F005 (variation counter) in the display layer, the specific display 106F005 (variation counter) becomes visible even when the decorative symbol is enlarged or scrolled horizontally. There is.

Since the small symbol display (small symbol 106F011) and the hold numerical value display (hold number image 106F012) are images that need to be always displayed, they are displayed on the display layer A which is the frontmost display layer. The accessory effect display is an image display that displays an effect image around the position of the moved movable accessory when the movable accessory moves to the front of the image display device 5 at a predetermined timing as described above. , Displayed on display layer B. Each of the hold icon display (hold image 106F001) and the active display (active image 106F002) is displayed on the display layer C. The specific display 106F005 (variation counter) shown in FIG. 8-4 is displayed on the display layer D. The decorative symbol display in the left, middle, and right decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R is displayed on the display layer E. The background image of the entire display screen (which is also the background image of the decorative symbol in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R on the left, middle, and right) is displayed on the display layer F. By superimposing the images of the display layers A to F in this way, the image display device 5 executes the screen display as shown in FIG. 8-4, for example.

The specific display 106F005 (variation counter) has a lower display priority than the active display and a higher display priority than the decorative symbol display, so it does not interfere with the active display and is not disturbed by the decorative symbol display. , Specific display can be executed with appropriate priority.

Since the specific display 106F005 (variation counter) has a higher display priority than the decorative design in the decorative design display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of the decorative design, it is more valuable for the player, such as the advance notice effect and the setting suggestion effect. It is possible to prevent the display of the effect that can identify the information from being disturbed. In addition, since the priority of the accessory effect display is higher than that of other displays, it is possible to further improve the interest of the effect by using the movable accessory. In addition, since the priority of the hold display and the active display is higher than that of the specific display 106F005 (variation counter), the interest is further improved by the effect using the hold display or the active display (for example, the effect of changing the display mode). be able to. Further, since the small symbol display (small symbol 106F011) and the hold numerical value display (hold number image 106F012), which are images that need to be always displayed, are displayed on the frontmost display layer, the display layer A. These images are not affected by other image displays including the specific display 106F005, and the visibility of images that need to be constantly displayed like these images can be ensured.

In a pachinko machine that does not use the small symbol 106F011 that is always displayed, even if the display layer of the decorative symbol display is displayed on the front side display layer that has a higher priority than the specific display 106F005 (variation counter) display layer. Good. As a result, the visibility of the variable display can be ensured. Further, in a pachinko gaming machine that does not use the small symbol 106F011 that is always displayed, the display layer of the decorative symbol display is displayed as a specific display 106F005 (variation counter) only at the derivation display time (symbol confirmation time) of the display result of the variable display. You may control the display on the front display layer, which has a higher priority than the layer. As a result, the visibility of the display result of the variable display can be ensured. Further, in a pachinko gaming machine that does not use the small symbol 106F011 that is always displayed, the specific display 106F005 (variation counter) display layer is displayed as a decorative symbol display only at the derivation display time (symbol confirmation time) of the variable display display result. You may control the display on the display layer on the rear surface side, which has a higher priority than the layer. As a result, the visibility of the display result of the variable display can be ensured.

[Example of data table that enables setting suggestion effect in specific display]
Next, a specific display setting suggestion effect selection table, which is a data table used for executing the setting suggestion effect, is used to determine how the setting suggestion effect by the specific display as shown in FIG. 8-4 can be executed. It will be described using. FIG. 8-6 is a diagram showing a specific display setting suggestion effect selection table.

In FIG. 8-6, among the random numbers for the effect updated by the effect control CPU 120, the random numbers SR2 (0) for determining whether or not to execute the specific display setting suggestion effect is obtained for each of the set values 1 to 6. The selection relationship between the extracted value (in the numerical range of ~ 0999) and “with setting suggestion effect (purple emission) execution” and “without setting suggestion effect (purple emission) execution” is shown. In FIG. 8-6, it is shown how many data are allocated out of 1000 numerical data of 0 to 0999 regarding the allocation of the SR2 to the presence / absence of the specific display setting suggestion effect execution. In FIG. 8-6, among the set values 1 to 6, the data corresponding to the current set value is used, and whether or not the setting suggestion effect (purple light emission) is executed is determined based on the extracted value of SR2. ..

In FIG. 8-6, the ratio of selecting the setting suggestion effect (purple light emission) execution is set in the relationship of "setting value 6> setting value 5> setting value 4> setting value 3> setting value 2> setting value 1". ing. Therefore, the higher the jackpot probability is set to be advantageous to the player, the higher the ratio of executing the setting suggestion effect (purple emission). In this way, since the lottery regarding the execution of the setting suggestion effect is performed according to the current set value, the player's expectation when the setting suggestion effect (purple light emission) is executed can be further increased.

[Example of a data table that enables the advance notice effect to be executed in a specific display]
Next, how to enable the advance notice effect by the specific display as shown in FIG. 8-4 will be described using the specific display advance notice effect selection table, which is a data table used for executing the advance notice effect. To do. FIG. 8-7 is a diagram showing a specific display notice effect selection table.

In FIG. 8-7, among the effect random numbers updated by the effect control CPU 120, normal fluctuation, normal reach, first super reach (SP1), second super reach (SP2), and third super reach (SP3). For each fluctuation pattern of, the extracted value of the random number SR3 (numerical range of 0 to 1099) for determining whether or not the specific display notice effect is executed, and "notice effect (red light emission) executed" and "notice effect (red light emission) not executed" The selection relationship with each of "" is shown. In FIG. 8-7, it is shown how many data are allocated out of 1100 numerical data of 0 to 1099 regarding the allocation of SR3 to the presence / absence of execution of the specific display notice effect. In FIG. 8-7, among the plurality of fluctuation patterns, data corresponding to the fluctuation pattern to be executed is used, and whether or not the advance notice effect (red light emission) is executed is determined based on the extracted value of SR3.

In FIG. 8-7, the ratio of selecting the advance notice effect (purple light emission) execution is the relationship of "third super reach (SP3)> second super reach (SP2)> first super reach (SP1)> normal reach> normal fluctuation". The data is set in. Therefore, the higher the expectation that the fluctuation pattern becomes a big hit, the higher the ratio of executing the advance notice effect (red light emission). In this way, since the lottery regarding the execution of the notice effect is performed according to the display result of the variable display, it is possible to further increase the expectation of the player when the notice effect for displaying the specific display in a specific mode is executed. it can.

[Example of flowchart for executing setting suggestion effect or notice effect in specific display]
Next, the specific display effect setting process for setting the effect for executing the setting suggestion effect or the advance notice effect using the specific display 106F005 will be described. FIG. 8-8 is a flowchart showing a specific display effect setting process.

The specific display effect setting process of FIG. 8-8 is included in the process of setting various effects in the variable display start setting process (S171 of FIG. 7). In the specific display effect setting process, first, it is determined whether or not the variable display executed this time is a variable display time (hereinafter referred to as a variable time) for determining whether or not the setting suggestion effect is executed (106FS001). The fluctuation times for determining whether or not the setting suggestion effect is executed are the fluctuation times once in 25 times of the variable display that is the result of the off-display (for example, the 25th time, the 50th time, the 75th time, ...・).

In the effect control CPU 120, the RAM 122 is a counting means for counting the number of variable displays (variable displays) executed from the end of the previous jackpot game state to the present when the power is turned on. A count counter is provided. The fluctuation count counter is initialized to "0 times" by the effect control CPU 120 when the power is turned on and when the jackpot game state occurs, and each time a fluctuation pattern command is received, for example, the fluctuation of S111 is performed. In the pattern setting process, the count value is added and updated by "+1". Based on the count value of such a fluctuation count counter, the variable display count is displayed on the counter unit 106F006 of the specific display 106F005. Further, in the specific display effect setting process, it is determined whether or not the variable display executed this time is the variation number for determining whether or not the setting suggestion effect is executed, based on the count value of the fluctuation number counter. (106FS001).

The variable number of times for determining whether or not the setting suggestion effect is executed may be set to another number of times, such as once in 50 times. If it is not a variable number of times for determining whether or not the setting suggestion effect is executed, the process proceeds to 106FS006 described later.

On the other hand, when it is a variable number of times for determining whether or not the setting suggestion effect is executed, information on the set value (information on any of the set value 1 to the set value 6) based on the set value data stored in the RAM 122. Is acquired (106FS002). Then, whether SR2 is extracted and the setting suggestion effect (purple light emission) by the specific display is executed according to the current set value and the extraction of SR2 by using the specific display setting suggestion effect selection table of FIG. 8-6. Whether or not it is determined by lottery (106FS003). In this way, since the lottery regarding the execution of the setting suggestion effect is performed every time the variable display is executed a predetermined number of times, it is possible to draw the player's attention to the execution number of the variable display and to excite the interest.

When it is decided in 106FS003 to execute the setting suggestion effect by the specific display, the data of the effect pattern for executing the set suggestion effect (purple light emission) by the determined specific display is set 106FS005), and the process is completed. To do.

On the other hand, when it is decided not to execute the setting suggestion effect by the specific display in 106FS003, the information of the current variation pattern is acquired based on the current variation pattern command stored in the effect control command reception buffer of the RAM 122. (106FS006). Then, whether or not to extract SR3 and execute the notice effect (red light emission) by the specific display in response to the current fluctuation pattern and the extraction of SR3 using the specific display advance notice effect selection table shown in FIG. 8-7. Is determined by lottery (106FS007).

When it is decided in 106FS007 to execute the notice effect by the specific display, the data of the effect pattern for executing the notice effect (red light emission) by the determined specific display is set, 106FS009), and the process is terminated.

When it is decided in 106FS007 to execute the notice effect by the specific display, the data of the effect pattern for executing the notice effect (red light emission) by the determined specific display is set, 106FS009), and the process is terminated.

According to the specific display effect setting process described above, it is determined by lottery whether or not to execute the setting suggestion effect by the specific display for each predetermined variable display number, and the setting by the specific display is set by the lottery for each variable display. It is decided whether or not to execute the suggestion effect. Then, the process of drawing whether or not to execute the setting suggestion effect by the specific display is executed before the process of drawing whether or not to execute the setting suggestion effect by the specific display. When it is decided to execute the setting suggestion effect by the specific display, the process of drawing whether or not to execute the advance notice effect by the specific display is not executed, and when it is decided not to execute the setting suggestion effect by the specific display, A process of drawing a lottery as to whether or not to execute the advance notice effect by the specific display is executed.

As described above, the display priority of the specific display 106F005 and the display of the decorative symbols in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R are different, and as a notice effect corresponding to being controlled to the jackpot game state, or By making the specific display 106F005 displayable in different modes as a setting suggestion effect regarding the set value, it is possible to draw the player's attention to the display mode of the specific display 106F005 in the game and to excite the interest.

In this case, since the setting suggestion effect by the specific display has a higher priority to be executed than the notice effect by the specific display, the display layer displaying the setting suggestion effect by the specific display displays the notice effect by the specific display. It may be on the front side of the display layer to be displayed, may be the same layer, or may be a layer on the rear side.

Further, in the specific display 106F005, when the setting suggestion effect by the specific display is executed, the advance notice effect by the specific display is not executed, and when the setting suggestion effect by the specific display is executed, the advance notice effect by the specific display is not executed. .. Then, in the specific display 106F005, the setting suggestion effect has a higher priority than the advance notice effect.

Next, the reason for setting the priority for executing the setting suggestion effect with priority over the advance notice effect will be described. In an effect in which the execution rate differs depending on the set value, the player himself counts the number of times the setting suggestion effect is executed, the player calculates the execution rate, and the calculated execution rate is the design value for each set value. It is a setting guess to determine which of the execution ratios (for example, the execution winning rate of the effect lottery of each set value as shown in FIG. 8-6) is approximated. For this reason, if the advance notice effect is prioritized over the setting suggestion effect, a situation may occur in which the setting suggestion effect is not executed even if the lottery is won. Therefore, the execution ratio of the setting suggestion effect deviates from the design value. The degree becomes large, and there is a possibility that the player does not pay attention to the setting suggestion effect as a setting guessing factor. In order to solve such a problem, it is necessary to execute the setting suggestion effect with priority over the advance notice effect.

Therefore, as shown in FIG. 8-8, as in 106FS001 to 106FS005 and 106FS006 to 106FS009 in FIG. 8-8, the setting suggestion effect by the specific display has a higher priority when it is executed than the advance notice effect by the specific display. Is high and is set to be executed preferentially. In this way, as the effect using the specific display, the setting suggestion effect is executed with priority over the advance notice effect, so that the effect that can identify more valuable information for the player than the advance notice effect, such as the setting suggestion effect. It is possible to prevent the execution of the above from being hindered by the advance notice effect.

In this way, when an effect pattern for executing the setting suggestion effect by the specific display is set in the specific display effect setting process, in the variable display effect process (S172) according to the set effect pattern, The setting suggestion effect by the specific display as shown in FIG. 8-4 (B) is executed on the specific display 106F005 during the variable display. On the other hand, when an effect pattern for executing the advance notice effect by the specific display is set in the specific display effect setting process, in the variable display effect process (S172) according to the set effect pattern, FIG. The advance notice effect by the specific display such as 4 (D) is executed on the specific display 106F005 during the variable display.

[Example of an effect that restricts the execution of a specific display when a predetermined effect is executed]
Next, an effect example that limits the execution of the display of the specific display 106F005 (variation counter) at the time of executing a predetermined effect such as the SP effect (special effect) in the fluctuation pattern of the super reach will be described.

FIG. 8-9 is a display screen view of the image display device 5 showing an effect display that limits the execution of the specific display when the predetermined effect is executed.

When the variable display in the fluctuation pattern of the super reach is executed, the variable display of the decorative symbols in the left, middle, and right decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R starts as shown in FIG. 8-9 (A). After that, as shown in FIG. 8-9 (B), the left and right decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R are reached with the same decorative symbol stopped. After that, as shown in FIG. 8-9 (C), the SP development effect for notifying the development of the SP effect as a predetermined effect during the super reach effect is executed. As the SP development effect, for example, an effect of notifying that the resident character 106F008 develops into the SP effect is executed with a card-shaped development notification image 106F009 in which the characters "SP development" are described. In that case, the specific display 106F005 that has been displayed up to that point is erased, and the decorative symbols in the left, middle, and right decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R are reduced and moved to the upper right corner of the screen. The variable display continues.

Then, when it develops into the SP production, as the SP production, for example, if the resident character 106F008 as a ally character (player's ally) and the enemy character 106F010 fight and the ally character (resident character 106F008) wins. , The jackpot display result is obtained, and if the ally character (resident character 106F008) is defeated, the effect of the off display result is executed. As the ally character, a character other than the resident character 106F008 may be used.

After the end of the big hit game state when the big hit display result is obtained, the display is restarted with the specific display 106F005 displaying the numerical value of the initial value (0000), and after the off display result is obtained, the specific display 106F005 is displayed. , The effect of resuming the display is executed in a mode in which the number of fluctuations displayed up to that point is continuously displayed.

Note that FIG. 8-9 shows an example in which the specific display 106F005 (variation counter) is deleted when a predetermined effect such as the SP effect in the fluctuation pattern of the super reach is executed. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the specific display 106F005 (variation counter) may be partially or wholly hidden in the predetermined effect when the predetermined effect is executed, and the specific display 106F005 (variation counter) is semi-transparent. It may be changed to make it difficult to see. That is, any effect may be adopted as long as the specific display 106F005 (variation counter) is an effect whose display is restricted when the predetermined effect is executed.

In this way, when the predetermined effect such as the SP effect is executed, the execution of the specific display 106F005 can be restricted. Therefore, when the predetermined effect is executed, the player's attention to the predetermined effect is increased. Can be done.

[Example of production in which specific display can be executed in different gaming states]
Next, an example of an effect in which the specific display 106F005 can be executed in different gaming states will be described. The above-mentioned specific display 106F005 may be executable in different gaming states such as a normal gaming state, a probabilistic gaming state, a time-saving gaming state, and a small hit rush gaming state.

The normal gaming state is a gaming state in which the jackpot probability is a normal state (low probability state). The probabilistic gaming state is a gaming state in which the jackpot probability is a probabilistic state (high probability state). The time saving state is a gaming state in which the variable display is executed with a variable display time shorter than the normal state by the time saving control. The small hit rush game state is a game state in which small hits can occur frequently and a small hit can be used to obtain a ball.

The specific display 106F005 can be executed in, for example, at least one of two different game states among a plurality of different game states such as a normal game state, a probabilistic game state, a time-saving game state, and a small hit rush game state. It may be possible to execute in two or more different gaming states.

As described above, since the specific display 106F005 can be executed in different game states, the player's attention to the display mode of the specific display 106F005 can be further increased in the game.

[Other display examples of specific display]
[1] In FIGS. 8-4 and the like, as an example of the specific display 106F005, a specific display for numerically displaying the number of times the variable display is executed has been described. However, the specific display is not limited to this, as long as it is an image that can be displayed during variable display, for example, a resident character image or an active image that displays the resident character 106F008 as shown in FIG. 8-4. An active image displaying like 106F002, a holding pedestal image displaying like 106F003, an active pedestal image displaying like active pedestal image 106F004, or a light emitting display provided in a game area or the like. It may be a predetermined lamp (light emitting means) such as an LED to be used.

[2] In Fig. 8-4 and the like, as an example of the specific display 106F005, the number of variable displays (variable displays) executed from the time when the power is turned on or the end of the previous jackpot game state to the present is shown. A fluctuation counter that displays numerical values and updates the numerical values at the start of variable display has been explained. However, not limited to this, as a specific display for updating and displaying a numerical value, what is the display as long as the numerical value corresponding to the variable display is displayed and the numerical value is updated and displayed in relation to the execution of the variable display? It may be anything. For example, as a numerical value corresponding to the variable display, an image displaying the numerical value in a timer display display format suggesting an effect such as a change in the effect may be displayed as a specific display, and as a numerical value corresponding to the variable display, the effect may be displayed. An image that numerically displays the possibility of change or the expected degree of jackpot of the effect in a meter format may be displayed as a specific display.

[Main effects obtained by the feature unit 106F]
[1] As shown in FIG. 8-8, the display priority of the specific display 106F005 and the display of the decorative symbols in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R are different, suggesting that the jackpot game state is controlled. By making it possible to display the specific display 106F005 in a different mode as a notice effect in the corresponding specific mode or as a setting suggestion effect in the special mode corresponding to the set value, the display mode of the specific display 106F005 can be changed in the game. It is possible to draw the attention of the player and excite the interest.

[2] As shown in 106FS001 to 106FS005 and 106FS006 to 106FS009 in FIG. 8-8, the setting suggestion effect by the specific display of the special mode has a higher priority when executed than the advance notice effect by the specific display of the specific mode. , Priority is executed. In this way, as the effect using the specific display, the setting suggestion effect is executed with priority over the advance notice effect, so that the effect that can identify more valuable information for the player than the advance notice effect, such as the setting suggestion effect. It is possible to prevent the execution of the above from being hindered by the advance notice effect.

[3] As shown in 106FS001 to 106FS003 and the like in FIG. 8-8, every time the variable display is executed a predetermined number of times, a lottery is performed regarding the execution of the setting suggestion effect by the specific display of the special mode, so that the variable display is executed. It is possible to draw the player's attention to the number of times and to liven up the interest.

[4] As shown in 106FS006, 106FS007 and the like in FIG. 8-8, a lottery is performed regarding the execution of the advance notice effect by the specific display of the specific mode corresponding to the display result of the variable display, so that the specific display is displayed in the specific mode. It is possible to further increase the expectation of the player when the advance notice effect is executed.

[5] As shown in FIGS. 8-5 and the like, the specific display 106F005 (variation counter) has a lower display priority than the active display and a higher display priority than the decorative symbol display, so that the active display is displayed. It is possible to execute the specific display with an appropriate priority without disturbing and without being disturbed by the display of the decorative pattern.

[6] As described in [Example of effect in which the specific display can be executed in different game states], since the specific display 106F005 can be executed in different game states, the player can execute the specific display 106F005 in the game. The degree of attention can be further increased.

[7] As described in [Example of a data table that enables the advance notice effect to be executed in the specific display], when a predetermined effect such as the SP effect is executed, the execution of the specific display 106F005 can be restricted. When the predetermined effect is executed, the player's attention to the predetermined effect can be increased.

[8] As shown in FIGS. 8 (A) and 8 (B) and 8 (C) and 8 (D), the specific display 106F005 is a common display during variable display and non-variable display (stopped). Since it can be executed in the embodiment, the player's attention to the specific display can be increased by making the specific display 106F005 resident.

[9] As shown in FIG. 8-4, in the specific display 106F005, the numerical value of the variable display number displayed by the counter unit 106F006 is updated and displayed every time the variable display of the special symbol (decorative symbol) is executed. .. In this way, as the specific display, a numerical value corresponding to the variable display such as the variable display count is displayed, and the numerical value is updated and displayed in connection with the execution of the variable display, thereby relating to the specific display 106F005. It is possible to increase the player's attention to the number of times the variable display is executed.

[Other Modifications of Feature 106F]
[1] As described above, as the setting suggestion effect, the effect related to the setting value suggestion suggesting which setting value is, and the setting value have been changed (the setting change process was executed at startup). ) Includes the effect related to the setting change suggestion (hereinafter referred to as the setting change suggestion effect). As a result, as the setting suggestion effect as described above, the setting change suggestion effect may be executed instead of the effect related to the setting value suggestion. Further, as the above-mentioned setting suggestion effect, the setting suggestion effect may be executed so as to properly use both the effect related to the setting value suggestion and the setting change suggestion effect. The setting suggestion effect may be any suggestion effect that suggests a setting means that can be set to any of a plurality of setting values having different advantages for the player.

[2] In [Effect example of restricting the execution of the specific display when the predetermined effect is executed], the SP effect in the fluctuation pattern of the super reach has been described as an effect example of restricting the execution of the specific display. However, not limited to this, as an example of an effect that limits the execution of the specific display, the player recognizes that the super reach effect is executed after the reach state is reached by the fluctuation pattern of the super reach as well as the SP effect. It may be a production that can be done. Further, when an SP effect to be executed is selected from a plurality of types of SP effects having different expectations for a big hit, all the SP effects may be used as an effect for restricting the execution of a specific display, and some SP effects ( For example, the 1st SP production with extremely high expectation of a big hit and the 2nd SP production with a lower expectation of a big hit than the 1st SP production) are the target productions that restrict the execution of specific display. May be. In addition, a special effect after the character display indicating a state in which the expectation of a big hit is extremely high, or a so-called zone indicating that the player is in a production zone with a high expectation of a big hit, such as a band character, is displayed. Any production may be targeted as long as it is a production with a high degree of expectation that it will be a big hit, such as a production.

[3] The advantageous states that are advantageous to the player include, in addition to the jackpot game state described above, other advantageous states such as a high probability state (probability variation state), a time saving state, and a high base state. Further, the advantageous state that is advantageous for the player may include a state in which small hits can be frequently generated and a ball can be obtained by the small hits, such as a so-called small hit rush state.

[4] As the setting value in the above-described embodiment, an example in which there are six types of setting stages of setting value 1 to setting value 6 is shown as an example. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and there are more setting stages of setting values than the six types of setting values 1 to 6, such as three types of setting stages of setting value 1 to setting value 3. May be good.

[5] Regarding the above-described embodiment, it is possible to execute a setting suggestion effect for a gaming machine (so-called first-class gaming machine) that shifts to a jackpot gaming state based on a variable display result of a special symbol or an effect symbol. However, based on the fact that the game ball has won a prize (V prize) in the specific winning slot (V winning slot) in the variable winning ball device (so-called accessory) provided in the game area, the pachinko machine is in the big hit game state. It may be possible to execute the setting suggestion effect on the shifting gaming machine (so-called second-class gaming machine) or the combination of the first-class and second-class gaming machines. In such a gaming machine, in a gaming state in which it is necessary to make a game ball win in a specific winning opening (V winning opening), a launch promotion effect for winning a prize in the specific winning opening (V winning opening) is executed, and the firing promotion effect is executed. In the production, the setting suggestion production as described above may be feasible.
(Explanation related to the association of feature parts)
Each configuration relating to the feature portion may be appropriately combined with a part or all of each configuration relating to the other feature portion. The feature portions thus combined or the individual feature portions that are not combined may be appropriately combined with a part or all of each configuration related to the other feature portions.

It should be considered that the embodiments disclosed this time are exemplary in all respects and not restrictive. The scope of the present invention is shown by the scope of claims rather than the above description, and it is intended to include all modifications within the meaning and scope equivalent to the scope of claims.

1 Pachinko game machine, 103 CPU, 5 image display device, 120 effect control CPU, 106F005 specific display, 106F007 counter base, 106F006 counter unit.

Claims (1)

It is a gaming machine that can execute variable display and control it to an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player.
A setting means that can be set to any of a plurality of setting values having different advantages for the player, and
It is equipped with a specific display means that displays a numerical value corresponding to the number of times the variable display is executed as a specific display and updates the numerical value in connection with the execution of the variable display.
The particular display means,
The set value is suggested by setting the display mode of the specific display as a special mode.
A gaming machine that suggests that the advantageous state is controlled by setting the display mode of the specific display to a specific mode different from the special mode.

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