JP6951754B2 - Pachinko machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine.

In the conventional gaming machine, when the starting condition is satisfied, the determination information as to whether or not to execute the special game advantageous to the player is acquired, and the determination information is stored. Then, when the determination condition is satisfied, the stored determination information is determined, and the variation effect according to the result of the determination is executed, and when the variation effect becomes a special result, a special game is executed.

Some of such gaming machines display a pending image corresponding to undetermined determination information (see, for example, Patent Document 1).

Further, the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1 improves the interest of the game by changing the normal reserved image into a reserved image in a display mode suggesting that the variation effect may have a special result. ..

JP-A-2015-33530

However, the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1 still has room for improvement in order to improve the interest of the game.

An object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of improving the interest of gaming in view of the above-mentioned problems.

In order to solve the above problems, the present invention presents a main control means (main control board 110) for controlling the progress of the game and a secondary control means (effect control unit 130 m) for controlling the production of the game based on a command from the main control means. ), And the main control means reserves the determination means (main CPU 110a) for determining whether or not to perform a special game (big hit game) advantageous to the player, and the right of the determination. From the possible holding means (main CPU 110a), the variable control means (main CPU 110a) for displaying the symbol in a variable manner and then stopping and displaying the symbol based on the result of the determination, the normal game state, and the normal game state. Also includes a game state control means (main CPU 110a) capable of controlling a specific game state in which the fluctuation time of the fluctuation display is likely to be shortened, and the slave control means corresponds to the reserved right. The image display means (display / voice control unit 140) for displaying the hold image (hold icon) on the display means (first image display device 70) and the effect means (voice output device 9) in the progress of the game are designated. The image display means is provided with an effect execution means (display / voice control unit 140) for executing the notification effect (icon generation (change) neglected sound), and the image display means is used on the display means every time a predetermined frame update timing is reached. A special mode (blinking CD icon, blue character icon, red character icon, rainbow) that is configured to update the displayed image and indicates that the reserved image is more likely to perform the special game than the normal mode (CD icon). It is possible to perform a change effect (icon change effect) that changes the reserved image of the character icon), and the change effect is transmitted from the main control means when the number of the reserved rights changes. The first change effect (change effect at the time of winning, normal change pattern 01) executed at the frame update timing according to the reception of the command (start opening prize designation command, special symbol memory specification command, fluctuation pattern specification command) and the above-mentioned symbol The first to be executed at a predetermined frame update timing after receiving the commands (variation pattern designation command, game state designation command, effect symbol designation command, special symbol designation command) transmitted from the main control means when the variation display starts. The effect executing means starts the notification effect at the frame update timing when the second change effect is started, including two change effects (normal change pattern 02, character action change pattern 01, symbol action change pattern 01). Then, when the notification effect is terminated at a frame update timing different from the frame update timing at which the change in the mode of the reserved image in the second change effect ends and the control is controlled to the normal gaming state, the second change effect is performed. Although feasible changes effect at a predetermined rate, said time being controlled to a specific game state, the second change in effect run is limited, special aspects of the pending images, the first special aspect (e.g. , Flashing CD icon) and a second special aspect (for example, a red character icon) indicating that the special game is more likely to be performed than the first special aspect. The reserved image is not changed to the first special aspect, but the reserved image may be changed to the second special aspect, suggesting that the reserved image may be changed to the special aspect. A second change suggestion effect (design) in which the suggestion mode is different from the case where the reserved image is changed to the second special mode by executing the first change suggestion effect (character action change pattern). The action change pattern) may be executed to change to the second special mode, and when the reserved image changes to the second special mode, the rate at which the first change suggestion effect is executed and the first change suggestive effect. 2 It is characterized in that the rate at which the change suggestion effect is executed is different.

According to the present invention, it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

It is a figure which shows an example of the front view of the gaming machine. It is a figure which shows an example of the block diagram of the whole game machine. It is a figure which shows the main process in the main control board. It is a figure which shows the timer interrupt processing in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the input control processing in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the 1st start port detection switch input process in the main control board. It is a figure which shows the special figure special electric control processing in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the type of the command transmitted from the main control board to the effect control board. It is a figure which shows the type of the command transmitted from the main control board to the effect control board. It is a figure which shows the main process in an effect control part. It is a figure which shows the timer interrupt processing in an effect control part. It is a figure which shows the icon change effect processing in an effect control unit. It is a figure which shows the icon change effect determination process in an effect control unit. It is a figure which shows an example of the icon final display mode determination table. It is a figure which shows an example of the change scenario determination table. It is a figure which shows the icon display mode update process in an effect control unit. It is a figure which shows an example of the change pattern determination table for hold icon. It is a figure which shows an example of the one-step change pattern determination table for the change icon. It is a figure which shows an example of the two-step change pattern determination table for the change icon. (A) is a diagram showing the relationship between the hold icon display mode and the change effect occurrence frequency between the change effect occurrence timing, and (b) is the relationship between the change effect occurrence type and the change effect occurrence frequency 1 (C) is a diagram showing the relationship 2 of the change effect occurrence frequency between the change effect type and the change effect occurrence timing, and (d) is a diagram showing the icon display mode and the notification when the icon is generated (change). It is a figure which shows the relationship with a sound. It is a figure which shows the main processing in a central control unit. It is a figure which shows the command reception interrupt processing in a general control unit. It is a figure which shows the V blank interrupt processing in a general control unit. It is a figure which shows various timing 1 of the change effect at the time of winning. It is a figure which shows various timings 2 of the change effect at the time of winning. It is a figure which shows the production example of the change effect at the time of winning. It is a figure which shows various timing 1 of a normal change pattern 01. It is a figure which shows various timings 2 of a normal change pattern 01. It is a figure which shows the production example of the normal change pattern 01. It is a figure which shows various timing 1 of a character action change pattern 01. It is a figure which shows various timings 2 of a character action change pattern 01. It is a figure which shows the production example of the character action change pattern 01. It is a figure which shows the production example of the character action change pattern 01. It is a figure which shows various timing 1 of a symbol action change pattern 01. It is a figure which shows various timings 2 of a symbol action change pattern 01. It is a figure which shows the effect example of the symbol action change pattern 01. It is a figure which shows the effect example of the symbol action change pattern 01. It is a figure which shows various timings 1 of the normal change pattern 01 at the time of processing dropout occurrence. It is a figure which shows various timings 2 of the normal change pattern 01 at the time of processing dropout occurrence.

Hereinafter, the first embodiment of the present invention (also referred to as “the present embodiment”) will be specifically described with reference to the drawings.

(Composition of gaming machine)
First, the configuration of the gaming machine 1 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 1 is an example of a front view of the gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment.

The game machine 1 includes an outer frame 2, a game board mounting frame 3 rotatably supported by the outer frame 2, and a glass frame 4 rotatably supported by the game board mounting frame 3. A game board 5 is provided in which a game area 5a through which the game ball flows down is formed.

The outer frame 2 has a decorative plate 2b attached to the lower front surface of a rectangular base frame 2a whose central portion opens in the front-rear direction, and is a fixing member (for example, a nail, a stopper, etc.) to the island equipment of a game store. ) Is fixed.

The game board mounting frame 3 is detachably connected to the outer frame 2 via the first hinge mechanism portion 6 on one end side in the horizontal direction, and is rotatably supported with the first hinge mechanism portion 6 as a fulcrum. Has been done. Therefore, when the game board mounting frame 3 is rotated with respect to the outer frame 2 like a door, the back surface side of the game board mounting frame 3 is exposed forward, so that various devices provided on the back side of the game board mounting frame 3 are exposed. It is possible to perform maintenance etc.

The glass frame 4 is detachably connected to the game board mounting frame 3 via the second hinge mechanism portion 7 on one end side in the horizontal direction, and is rotatably supported with the second hinge mechanism portion 7 as a fulcrum. There is. Therefore, when the glass frame 4 is rotated with respect to the game board mounting frame 3 like a door, the game area 5a of the game board 5 and the front portion of the game board mounting frame 3 can be opened and closed.

An opening 8 (window portion) that opens in the front-rear direction is formed in a substantially central portion near the upper portion of the glass frame 4, and a transparent member 8a (glass plate, acrylic plate, etc.) is formed so as to close the opening 8 from the rear. Is attached, and the game area 5a can be visually recognized through the opening 8 and the transparent member 8a.

Around the opening 8 of the glass frame 4, an audio output device 9 composed of a speaker, a frame lighting device 10 having a plurality of decorative lamps (LEDs), and a game paid out from a game ball payout device 100 described later. The upper saucer 11 for storing a plurality of game balls such as balls, the lower saucer 12 for receiving and storing the game balls that have flowed into the overflow ball flow path described later without being able to fit in the upper saucer 11, and the game balls. A firing operation device 13 that can be operated for firing is provided.

The audio output device 9 is provided at two locations above the glass frame 4 at intervals, and outputs BGM (background music), SE (sound effect), etc. to produce sound (music, audio). It has become. Further, a plurality of frame lighting devices 10 are provided around the opening 8, and the effect of lighting is performed by changing the light irradiation direction and the emission color of each lamp (LED). Further, the frame lighting device 10 includes a notification LED 10a (not shown) that is controlled to light / blink when the glass frame 4 is opened or a payout abnormality described later occurs.

In the upper tray 11, the bottom surface of the storage portion 11a of the game ball is inclined downward toward the direction side (right direction) of the launch operation device 13, and a ball feed solenoid 11b is provided at the end of the downward inclination. .. When the game balls stored in the storage portion 11a of the upper tray 11 flow down and reach the ball feed solenoid 11b, the game balls are sent out one by one toward the game board mounting frame 3 side by the operation of the ball feed solenoid 11b.

Further, in the portion on the front side of the center of the upper saucer 11, an effect button device 16 and a selection button device 18 (see FIG. 1) that function as input devices for performing determination operations and selection operations related to various effects described later are provided. It is installed side by side.

The effect button device 16 includes an effect button 17 (not shown) capable of performing a determination operation (operation input), an effect button detection switch 17a (see FIG. 2) for detecting an operation on the effect button 17, and an effect button. A button drive device 17b (see FIG. 2) having a button drive motor for moving the 17 in the vertical direction is provided, and a player can input predetermined information to the game machine 1.

The selection button device 18 is connected to a cross key 19 (not shown) capable of performing an operation such as a selection operation, and a cross key detection switch 19a (not shown) for detecting an operation on the cross key 19. (See FIG. 2) is provided so that the player can input predetermined information into the game machine 1.

Further, a lending / returning operation unit 20 capable of lending a game ball and returning a storage medium such as a card storing a balance is provided in a portion to the right of the upper tray 11. When the lending button (not shown) of the lending / returning operation unit 20 is operated, the balance stored in the storage medium accepted by the ball lending machine (not shown) attached to the game machine 1 is subtracted to lend the game ball. Is performed, and when the return button (not shown) of the lending / returning operation unit 20 is operated, the storage medium is returned from the ball lending machine (not shown).

An overflow ball flow path (not shown) for receiving a game ball that does not fit in the upper saucer 11 and guiding the game ball to the lower saucer 12 is formed between the upper saucer 11 and the lower saucer 12. Further, in the middle of the overflow ball flow path, a saucer full detection switch 32a (see FIG. 2) for detecting that the game ball is full is provided in the lower saucer 12, and the lower saucer 12 is full by the saucer full detection switch 32a. Is detected, the payout of the game ball by the game ball payout device 100, which will be described later, is stopped.

The launch operation device 13 is a touch sensor that detects that the base 14 fixed to the glass frame 4, the launch handle 15 rotatably provided on the base 14, and the player's hand are touching the launch handle 15. A launch volume 15b (see FIG. 2) composed of a 15a (see FIG. 2) and a variable resistor whose resistance value changes depending on the rotation angle of the launch handle 15, and a handle light emission for causing the launch handle 15 to emit light in a predetermined mode. A device 15c is provided. When the touch sensor 15a detects that the player's hand is touching the firing handle 15, the ball feed solenoid 11b is activated to feed the game balls one by one.

The handle light emitting device 15c constitutes a front side portion of the firing handle 15 and is formed in a dome shape that bulges forward, and a plurality of LEDs are arranged in an internal space defined by a lens member capable of transmitting light. Has been done. When the LED emits light, it is possible to execute a light emitting effect that causes the firing handle 15 to emit light in a predetermined mode. Further, at the front end of the handle light emitting device 15c, a blower port 15d is provided as a blowout port for the wind (air) sent out from the blower device 21 described later.

On the back surface side of the glass frame 4, a blower 21 for sending out wind (air) in a predetermined manner is provided at a position corresponding to the launch operation device 13. The blower 21 includes a blower unit (not shown) for blowing out air (air) and a blower motor (not shown) for operating the blower part, and the air blown out by the blower part (air). ) Is sent from the air outlet 15d to the player's hand through the base 14 of the firing operation device 13 and the inside of the handle light emitting device 15c. By operating the blower device 21, it is possible to execute a blower effect of blowing wind (air) in a predetermined manner toward the hand of the player who is operating the firing handle 15.

The blower 21 is not provided at a position corresponding to the launch operation device 13, but is provided around the decorative plate 2b of the outer frame 2 or the transparent member 8a of the glass frame 4, and the wind (air) is directed toward the player. ) May be sent out. Further, a plurality of blower devices 21 may be provided.

The game board mounting frame 3 includes a game board mounting portion 25 for mounting the game board 5, a game ball launching device 26 for launching a game ball toward the game area 5a, a game board mounting frame 3, and a game board mounting frame 3. A locking mechanism 27 for locking the glass frame 4 in the closed state and an opening detection switch 31a for detecting the opening (opening / closing) of the glass frame 4 are provided.

The game board mounting portion 25 is formed in a concave chamber shape with a front opening at substantially the center near the upper part of the game board mounting frame 3, and the game board 5 can be stored from the front. An opening that opens in the front-rear direction is provided in the inner part of the concave chamber of the game board mounting portion 25, and various devices and the like provided on the back surface side of the game board 5 are provided behind the game machine 1 through this opening. Face.

The game ball launching device 26 includes a launching member 28 for launching the game ball, a launching solenoid 28b (see FIG. 2) for driving the launching member 28, and the launching member 28 toward the lower left portion of the game board. A launch rail 29 that inclines up and down, and a stopper 30 that stops the game ball A at a launch position that is the lower end of the incline of the launch rail 29 are provided. Then, when the game ball sent out by the ball feed solenoid 11b is received at the launch position, the game ball A is launched toward the game area 5a by the operation of the launch member 28.

The lock mechanism 27 is provided on the right side of the game board mounting portion 25, and the front end portion of the cylinder in which the keyway is formed is exposed to the front side of the glass frame 4. Then, when a dedicated key is inserted into the keyway of the cylinder and rotated in one direction, the lock of the game board mounting frame 3 is released and the game board mounting frame 3 can be opened and closed, and when rotated in the other direction, the glass frame The lock of 4 is released and the glass frame 4 can be opened and closed.

At positions near the outer edge of the game board 5, a curved inner rail 35, a curved outer rail 36 located outside the inner rail 35, and a guiding member that guides the game ball toward the center of the game area 5a. 37 is provided. A launch ball guide path 38 is formed between the inner rail 35 and the outer rail 36 to guide the game ball launched by the game ball launcher 26 to the upstream portion of the game area 5a. Further, an out port 39 for guiding the flowing game ball to the outside of the game area (collection part of the game board mounting frame 3) is formed in the most downstream part of the game area 5a.

At substantially the center of the game area 5a, a frame-shaped decorative frame 40 that regulates the entry of the game ball into the so-called center case is provided, and an effect space 40a is formed inside the decorative frame 40. Further, on the side of the decorative frame 40, a warp device 41 for introducing a game ball flowing down the game area 5a into the decorative frame 40 is provided, and at the lower part of the decorative frame 40, the decorative frame 40 is provided by the warp device 41. A stage portion 42 is provided so that the game ball introduced inside the vehicle is rolled and flows down below the decorative frame 40.

At the bottom of the game area 5a, a plurality of (four in the present embodiment) general winning openings 43 capable of constantly winning (winning) a game ball are provided at intervals, and these general winning openings are provided. When the game balls that have won (winned) in 43 are detected by the general winning opening detection switch 43a (see FIG. 2), a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls are awarded from the game ball payout device 100 (not shown). It is paid out to the upper saucer 11 as a ball.

On both sides of the game area 5a (left game area, right game area), a game gate 44 (a game starting area) through which a game ball can pass is provided, and a game that has passed through the gate 44. When the ball is detected by the gate detection switch 44a (see FIG. 2), a winning lottery (auxiliary game determination) of a normal symbol is performed. The winning lottery for ordinary symbols will be described later.

A first starting port 45 (special drawing starting area) is provided below the game area 5a and directly below the stage portion 42, on which a game ball can always win (win a ball), and the first starting port 45 is provided. When the winning (winning) game balls are detected by the first start port detection switch 45a (see FIG. 2), a predetermined number of game balls (for example, three) are received from the game ball payout device 100 as prize balls. It is supposed to be paid out to 11. In addition to paying out the prize balls, a big hit lottery (special game determination) for the first special symbol (identification information), which will be described later, is performed.

Immediately below the first starting port 45, a game ball is impossible or difficult to win (winning) based on the establishment of a predetermined condition (winning a lottery for winning a normal symbol). A variable starting portion 46 is provided, which can be converted into an open state (special mode) in which a winning (ball winning) is possible or easy.

The variable starting unit 46 has a second starting port 47 (special drawing starting area) where the game ball can win (winning) and a second detecting the winning (winning) of the game ball to the second starting port 47. A start port detection switch 47a (see FIG. 2), a movable member 48 that converts (variable) the second start port 47 into a closed state and an open state, and a second start port open / close solenoid for opening / closing the movable member 48. 48b (see FIG. 2) is provided. Then, when the second starting port 47 is in the closed state, it becomes impossible or difficult to win the game ball, and when the second starting port 47 is in the open state, the winning of the game ball ( (Entering the ball) is possible or easy.

Further, when a game ball winning (winning) in the second starting port 47 is detected by the second starting port detection switch 47a, a predetermined number of game balls (for example, three) are used as prize balls from the game ball payout device 100. It is designed to be paid out to the upper saucer 11. In addition to paying out the prize balls, a big hit lottery (special game determination) for the second special symbol (identification information) described later is performed.

Above the guide member 37 and downstream of the normal map gate 44 on the right side, a closed state in which it is impossible to win a game ball (winning ball) based on the establishment of a predetermined condition (winning a big hit lottery of a special symbol). A variable winning section 49 is provided that converts the (basic mode) into an open state (special mode) in which a game ball can be won (winning).

The variable winning unit 49 includes a large winning opening 50 in which a game ball can be won (winning), and a large winning opening detection switch 50a for detecting the winning (winning) of a game ball in the large winning opening 50 (FIG. 2), an opening / closing member 51 that converts (variable) the large winning opening 50 into a closed state and an open state, and a large winning opening opening / closing solenoid 51b for opening / closing the opening / closing member 51. Then, when the large winning opening 50 is closed, it becomes impossible or difficult to win the game ball, and when the large winning opening 50 is open, the game ball is won (winning ball). ) Is possible or easy.

Further, when the game balls that have won (winned) in the large winning opening 50 are detected by the large winning opening detection switch 50a, a predetermined number of game balls (for example, 15) are received from the game ball payout device 100 as prize balls. It will be paid out to 11.

On the back side of the game board 5, the general winning opening 43, the first starting opening 45, the second starting opening 47, and the large winning opening 50 are won, and the general winning opening detection switch 43a, the first starting opening detection switch 45a, A second start port detection switch 47a and a winning ball flow path 52 (not shown) are provided so that the game balls detected by the large winning opening detection switch 50a are received and collected while flowing down.

Further, in the downstream portion of the winning ball flow path 52, a winning confirmation detection switch 52a (see FIG. 2) for detecting a game ball that has flowed down the winning ball flow path 52 after being detected by various detection switches is provided. The winning confirmation detection switch 52a detects the game ball again after being detected by the general winning opening detection switch 43a, the first starting opening detection switch 45a, the second starting opening detection switch 47a, and the large winning opening detection switch 50a. Therefore, it is used to determine whether the winning is proper (winning) or abnormal (winning).

On the outside of the game area 5a, a symbol display device including a first special symbol display 60, a second special symbol display 61, and a normal symbol display 62, a first special symbol hold indicator 63, and a second special Symbol hold display 64, and. A hold display device consisting of a normal symbol hold display 65, a round number display 66 (see FIG. 2) that displays the number of rounds when a jackpot state (special game state) described later occurs, and a jackpot game (special game) described later. A right-handed display 67 (see FIG. 2) that prompts the player to launch the game ball toward the right area of the game area 5a during the game state) or the time-saving game state is provided.

The first special symbol display 60 is a variable display for displaying (notifying) the result of the jackpot lottery of the first special symbol, which is performed on the condition that the game ball wins (wins) in the first starting port 45. The second special symbol display 61 is for displaying (notifying) the result of the jackpot lottery of the second special symbol, which is performed on the condition that the game ball wins (wins) in the second starting port 47. It is a variable display, and the normal symbol display 62 is a variable display for displaying (notifying) the result of the winning lottery of the normal symbol performed on the condition that the game ball wins (wins) at the normal symbol gate 44. It is a vessel.

In the jackpot lottery of the first special symbol, when a game ball wins (wins) in the first starting port 45, a jackpot judgment random number value or the like (judgment information) is acquired, and the acquired jackpot judgment random number value and jackpot are obtained. It corresponds to determining whether or not it is a "big hit" by comparing it with the determination value. When the jackpot lottery of the first special symbol is performed, the first special symbol display 60 displays the fluctuation of the first special symbol, and after a predetermined time elapses, the stop display of the first special symbol indicating the lottery result is performed. Be told. That is, the stop display of the first special symbol is a notification of the lottery result.

The big hit lottery of the second special symbol is a big hit judgment random value and a big hit by acquiring a big hit judgment random value etc. (judgment information) when a game ball wins (wins) in the second starting port 47. It corresponds to determining whether or not it is a "big hit" by comparing it with the determination value. When the big hit lottery of the second special symbol is performed, the second special symbol display 61 displays the variation of the second special symbol, and after a predetermined time elapses, the stop display of the second special symbol indicating the lottery result is performed. Be told. That is, the stop display of the second special symbol is a notification of the lottery result.

The first special symbol display 60 and the second special symbol display 61 are each composed of a plurality of LEDs, and the LEDs of the corresponding indicators blink at predetermined intervals or in order in the variable display of each special symbol. do. Then, when the special symbol is stopped and displayed, the LED is turned on in a mode (big hit mode, lost mode) indicating the result of each jackpot lottery.

In addition, in this embodiment, "big hit" means a big hit game (special game state) in the big hit lottery of the first special symbol (special game judgment) or the big hit lottery of the second special symbol (special game judgment). It refers to the state in which the right to execute is acquired. The "big hit game (special game state)" refers to a game state in which a round game in which the big winning opening 50 is opened in a predetermined mode is performed a predetermined number of times (for example, 4 times or 15 times).

Although the maximum number of opening times and the maximum opening time of the large winning opening 50 in each round game are predetermined, a predetermined number of game balls are opened in the large winning opening 50 even before the maximum opening number and the maximum opening time are reached. When (for example, 9 pieces) wins (balls), one round game ends. That is, the "big hit game (special game state)" is an advantageous game state for the player who can easily obtain the prize ball. In the present embodiment, any one of a plurality of types of jackpot games (special game states) having different degrees of advantage to the player can be generated, which will be described in detail later.

In the hit lottery of the ordinary symbol, when the game ball passes through the normal symbol gate 44, the hit judgment random value is acquired, and the acquired hit judgment random value is compared with the hit judgment value to be "win". It corresponds to determining whether or not. When the winning lottery of the ordinary symbols is performed, the ordinary symbol display 62 performs a variable display of the ordinary symbols, and after a predetermined time elapses, a stop display of the ordinary symbols indicating the lottery result is performed. That is, the stop display of the normal symbol is a notification of the lottery result.

The ordinary symbol display 62 is composed of one or a plurality of LEDs, and the LEDs blink at predetermined intervals or in order in the variable display of the ordinary symbol. Then, when the normal symbol is stopped and displayed, the LED is turned on in a mode indicating the result of the winning lottery (winning mode or losing mode).

In addition, in this embodiment, "hit" means a state in which the right to execute a winning state (auxiliary game) is acquired in a winning lottery of a normal symbol. The "hit game (auxiliary game)" refers to a game state in which the second starting port 47 is opened in a predetermined mode.

Although the maximum number of times of opening and the maximum opening time of the second starting port 47 in the hit game (auxiliary game) are predetermined, the second starting port 47 is used even before the maximum number of opening times and the maximum opening time are reached. When a predetermined number of game balls (for example, 9) are won (winning), the winning game (auxiliary game) ends. That is, the "hit game (auxiliary game)" is in a game state in which the variation display of the second special symbol is easily executed (the start condition of the variation display is easily satisfied). In the present embodiment, a plurality of types of hit games (auxiliary games) having different degrees of advantage to the player are provided, which will be described in detail later.

The first special symbol hold indicator 63 is composed of a plurality of LEDs, and is stored when a game ball wins (wins) in the first starting port 45. The jackpot lottery of the first special symbol (of the first special symbol) It is for displaying the number of rights (first reserved storage) for performing (variable display), and is lit or blinks in a mode indicating the number of first reserved storage. It should be noted that the first reserved memory is stored up to four, but may be less than or more than four.

The second special symbol hold indicator 64 is composed of a plurality of LEDs, and is stored when a game ball wins (wins) in the second starting port 47. A jackpot lottery for the second special symbol (of the second special symbol). It is for displaying the number of rights (second hold storage) for performing (variable display), and is lit or blinks in a mode indicating the number of second hold storage. It should be noted that the second hold memory is stored up to four, but may be less than or more than four.

The normal symbol hold indicator 65 is composed of a plurality of LEDs, and has the right to perform a winning lottery (variable display of the normal symbol) of the normal symbol that is stored when the game ball wins (passes) at the normal symbol gate 44. It is for displaying the number of (Public figure hold storage), and lights up or blinks in a mode indicating the number of normal figure hold memory. It should be noted that although the maximum number of memory reserved for normal drawings is four, it may be less than or more than four.

The first special symbol display 60 and / or the second special symbol display 61 can also be configured by a 7-segment LED. For example, if you win the big hit lottery of a special symbol, "7" will be stopped and displayed, if it is lost, "-" will be stopped and displayed, and if it is in a variable display, it will be turned off and "-" will be displayed. It is good to repeat. Before the start of the variation display of the special symbol, the stop result of the previous variation display is displayed by turning on the LED, so when the variation display starts, the variation display can be displayed by starting from turning off the LED. It becomes easier to understand that it has started.

A first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal display) composed of a liquid crystal display is provided in the back of the production space 40a, and is below the production space 40a and in front of the first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal). A second image display device 71 (sub liquid crystal display) composed of a liquid crystal display having a display area smaller than that of the first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal display) is provided, and a character's face is above the effect space 40a. A movable effect member 73 that imitates the above is provided.
In the present embodiment, the "first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal display)" and the "second image display device 71 (sub liquid crystal display)" may be collectively referred to as an "image display device".

The first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal display) and the second image display device 71 (sub liquid crystal display) perform various effect displays according to the progress of the game. As the effect display, a customer waiting demo effect executed when the special symbol variation display is not performed, a variation display of the effect symbol 70a executed when the special symbol variation display is performed, or a notice by a character. There is a production etc.

Further, the second image display device 71 (sub liquid crystal display) is driven by a solenoid, a motor, or the like during execution of the variable display of the effect symbol 70a executed by the first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal display). It is possible to perform a movement effect by moving with the device 75 (see FIG. 2).

Specifically, the standby position (first position) located near the end (lower) of the first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal) and the center side (upper) of the first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal). The movement effect is performed by moving (raising, descending) in the vertical direction to and from the effect position (second position) located at. The movement direction of the second image display device 71 (sub-liquid crystal display) may be the left-right direction or the front-back direction, or the movement effect may be performed by operating the effect button 17.

Further, the display unit (effective display area) of the first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal display) is formed with three rows of variable display areas such as a left side area, a central area, and a right side area, and each variable display area has three columns of variable display areas. By scrolling the displayed effect symbol 70a in the vertical direction (from top to bottom in the present embodiment), the effect symbol 70a is displayed in a variable manner.

The effect symbol 70a is composed of, for example, symbols indicating numbers from "1" to "9", and is a variable display of the special symbol executed by the first special symbol display 60 and the second special symbol display 61. Corresponding to (synchronizing with), the variable display of the effect symbol 70a is performed. That is, the variable display of the effect symbol 70a is started in response to the start of the variable display of the special symbol, and the variable display of the effect symbol 70a is stopped in response to the stop of the variable display of the special symbol. As the effect symbol 70a, a symbol indicating an alphabet such as "A" to "F" may be provided in addition to the symbol indicating a number.

In the stop display of the effect symbol 70a, the effect symbol 70a is stopped for a predetermined time in a predetermined mode (missing mode, jackpot mode, etc.) indicating the result of the jackpot lottery. The jackpot mode (special result mode) is a combination of the same effect symbols such as "777" or a combination of regular effect symbols such as "357", and the loss mode is another mode. be. The mode of the variable display of the effect symbol 70a is not limited to this, and may be scrolling in the left-right direction or rotating (rotating) on the spot.

Further, during the variable display of the effect symbol 70a, various effect images such as reach effects, background images, characters, and movies are displayed on the first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal display) and the second, depending on the result of the jackpot lottery. By displaying the image on the image display device 71 (sub-liquid crystal display), the player's expectation for the occurrence of a jackpot (special game state) (hereinafter referred to as "big hit winning expectation") is increased.

Here, the reach effect gives the player a sense of expectation for winning the jackpot, such that a part of the combination of the effect symbols 70a for notifying the jackpot is temporarily stopped and the other effect symbols 70a fluctuate. It means a variation mode. For example, when a combination of three-digit effect symbols 70a of "777" is set as a combination of effect symbols 70a for notifying a jackpot (big hit result mode), two effect symbols 70a are set in the left side region and the right side region. 7 ”is a mode in which the remaining effect symbol 70a is fluctuating in the central region after being temporarily stopped.

The "temporary stop" means that the effect symbol 70a sways slightly or the effect symbol 70a is slightly deformed to make the player appear as if the effect symbol 70a is stopped (completely stopped). (Not) says the aspect.

Further, in the present embodiment, there are five types of reach effects: "normal reach effect", "SP reach effect", "SPSP reach effect", and "full rotation reach effect".

The "normal reach effect" is a state in which the background image before the normal reach effect is displayed, two effect symbols 70a are temporarily stopped in the left side area and the right side area, and the remaining one effect symbol 70a is in the center area. It is a fluctuating reach production.

The "SP reach effect" is a movie (movie) that has a longer time than the movie related to the normal reach effect, with two effect symbols 70a temporarily stopped in the left side area and the right side area, and the remaining one effect symbol 70a fluctuating in the center area. , Animation, etc.) is a reach production.

"SPSP reach effect" is a longer time (feature) than the movie related to SP reach effect, with two effect symbols 70a temporarily stopped in the left side area and the right side area, and the remaining one effect symbol 70a fluctuating in the center area. It is a reach production in which the movie (movie, animation, etc.) of is played.

The "full rotation reach effect" is a reach effect that fluctuates at a low speed with all combinations of a plurality of effect symbols 70a for notifying a jackpot. In the present embodiment, it is a reach effect that is executed only when the jackpot lottery is won.

In the present embodiment, the jackpot winning expectation related to the reach production is higher in the order of normal reach production <SP reach production <SPSP reach production <full rotation reach production (big hit confirmed).

Further, on the display unit of the first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal), a number of first hold icons H11 to H14 corresponding to the number of first special symbol hold (U1), which is the current number of first hold storages, is displayed. The first hold icon display area 70B for displaying and the second hold icon H21 to H24 for displaying the number corresponding to the second special symbol hold number (U2) which is the current number of second hold storages. 2. The hold icon display area 70D and the variable icon display area 70C for displaying the (related) variable icon TH corresponding to the variable display of the special symbol (effect symbol 70a) being executed are formed.

The first hold icon display area 70B is partitioned from the side closer to the variable icon display area 70C in the form of a first display unit 70B1, a second display unit 70B2, a third display unit 70B3, a fourth display unit 70B4, and the like. On each of the display units 70B1 to 70B4, a number of first hold icons corresponding to the first special symbol hold number (U1) is displayed. That is, the number of the first hold icons also increases or decreases in accordance with the increase or decrease of the first special symbol hold number (U1).

Specifically, the first display unit 70B1 displays the first hold icon H11 indicating the first hold storage in which the variable display of the first special symbol is executed first, and the second display unit 70B2 displays 2 The first hold icon H12 indicating the first hold memory is displayed thirdly, and the change display of the first special symbol is executed thirdly on the third display unit 70B3. The first hold icon H13 indicating the first hold memory is displayed, and the first hold icon H14 indicating the first hold memory on which the variable display of the first special symbol is executed is displayed on the fourth display unit 70B4. Will be done.

The second hold icon display area 70D is partitioned from the side closer to the variable icon display area 70C in the form of a first display unit 70D1, a second display unit 70D2, a third display unit 70D3, and a fourth display unit 70D4. On each display unit 70D1 to 70D4, a number of second hold icons corresponding to the second special symbol hold number (U2) is displayed. That is, the number of the second hold icons also increases or decreases in accordance with the increase or decrease in the number of the second special symbol hold (U2).

Specifically, the first display unit 70D1 displays the second hold icon H21 indicating the second hold memory on which the variable display of the second special symbol is executed first, and the second display unit 70D2 displays 2 The second hold icon H22 indicating the second hold memory is displayed secondly to execute the variable display of the second special symbol, and the third display unit 70D3 executes the variable display of the second special symbol third. The second hold icon H23 indicating the second hold memory is displayed, and the second hold icon H24 indicating the second hold memory on which the variable display of the second special symbol is executed is displayed on the fourth display unit 70D4. Will be done.

In the present embodiment, the "first special symbol hold number" may be referred to as the "first hold number" and the "second special symbol hold number" may be referred to as the "second hold number".

The variable icon display area 70C is the first hold icon or the first hold icon displayed on the first display unit 70B1 of the first hold icon display area 70B in response to the start of the variable display of the special symbol (effect symbol 70a). 2 When the second hold icon displayed on the first display unit 70D1 of the hold icon display area 70D moves (shifts), the variable icon TH is displayed, and the variable display of the special symbol (effect symbol 70a) is displayed. At the end, the variable icon TH disappears (erases).
The variation icon may be extinguished in the middle of the variation display of the special symbol (effect symbol 70a).

In the present embodiment, the "first hold icon", the "second hold icon", and the "variable icon" may be collectively referred to as an "icon".

The movable effect member 73 emits light by a panel lighting device 74 having a plurality of lamps (LEDs and the like) during execution of variable display of the effect symbol 70a executed by the first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal display). It is possible to perform a light emitting effect, and it is possible to perform a movement effect by moving by a panel drive device 75 (see FIG. 2) composed of a solenoid, a motor, or the like.

Specifically, the light emission effect is performed by emitting light from a plurality of lamps (LEDs and the like) in a predetermined light emission color according to the progress state of the variable display of the effect symbol 70a. Further, it is located at a standby position (first position) located near the end (upper side) of the first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal) and near the center (lower side) of the first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal). The movement effect is performed by moving (raising, descending) in the vertical direction to and from the effect position (second position). It should be noted that the effect may be configured to perform a light emission effect or a movement effect by operating the effect button 17.

On the back side of the game board mounting frame 3 and the game board 5, from a game ball payout device 100 for paying out game balls based on the establishment of predetermined payout conditions (prize balls, ball lending), island equipment, etc. A main control device 110A (not shown) incorporating a game ball storage unit 101 (not shown) that stores the supplied game balls and supplies them to the game ball payout device 100, and a main control board 110 that collectively controls the progress of the game. ), A payout control device 120A (not shown) having a built-in payout control board 120 that controls the game ball payout device 100 in response to a payout control command from the main control board 110, and an effect control command from the main control board 110. The effect control device 130A (not shown) with a built-in effect control board 130 that controls the effect according to the above, and the power supply device 160A (not shown) with a built-in power supply board 160 that supplies power supply voltage to various control devices. , A game information output terminal plate 90 (see FIG. 2) for outputting game information (game signal) is provided outside the game machine.

(Control configuration of gaming machine 1)
Next, the control configuration of the gaming machine 1 will be specifically described with reference to FIG. FIG. 2 is a block diagram of the entire gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment.

The main control board 110 comprehensively controls the progress (basic operation) of the game. The main control board 110 includes a main CPU 110a that performs arithmetic processing, a main ROM 110b that stores a game control program, and a main RAM 110c (corresponding to volatile storage means) that serves as a work area during arithmetic processing. It is equipped with a chip microcomputer 110 m, an input port for main control, an output port, and the like. The main CPU 110a receives the operation clock from the crystal oscillator, reads the program stored in the main ROM 110b, and performs arithmetic processing related to the game while utilizing the main RAM 110c as a work area, thereby performing arithmetic processing related to the game, thereby controlling devices (various solenoids and various displays). The device) is controlled, and a predetermined command based on the result of arithmetic processing is transmitted to the payout control board 120, the effect control board 130, and the like.

Here, the communication between the main control board 110 and the payout control board 120 is configured so that commands (data) can be communicated in both directions, and the communication between the main control board 110 and the effect control board 130 is the main control board. The command (data) can be communicated in only one direction from the 110 to the effect control board 130.

The input port of the main control board 110 has a general winning port detection switch 43a, a gate detection switch 44a, a first starting port detection switch 45a, a second starting port detection switch 47a, a large winning port detection switch 50a, and a winning confirmation detection switch 52a. , The magnetic detection sensor 53a, the radio wave detection sensor 54a, the RAM clear switch 55a, the payout control board 120, and the like are connected. When detection signals from various detection switches and various detection sensors are input to the main control board 110 via the input port, control processing according to the detection signals is performed.

The output port of the main control board 110 has a second starting port opening / closing solenoid 48b, a winning opening opening / closing solenoid 51b, a first special symbol display 60, a second special symbol display 61, a normal symbol display 62, and a first special. The symbol hold indicator 63, the second special symbol hold indicator 64, the normal symbol hold indicator 65, the round number indicator 66, the right-handed indicator 67, the game information output terminal board 90, the effect control board 130, etc. are connected. Has been done. Drive control signals for controlling various solenoids, display control signals for controlling various indicators, and game information output terminal boards that notify the outside of the game machine (hall computer, etc.) via the output port. Information etc. is output.

The payout control board 120 is a secondary control board that controls the payout of the game ball based on the reception of the payout command from the main control board 110 and controls the launch of the game ball. The payout control board 120 includes a payout control unit 121 that drives the game ball payout device 100 to control the payout of the game ball, and a launch control unit 122 that drives the game ball launcher 26 to control the launch of the game ball.

The payout control unit 121 includes a payout CPU 121a that performs arithmetic processing, a payout ROM 121b in which a payout program and the like are stored, a payout RAM 121c that serves as a work area during arithmetic processing, an input port for payout control, an output port, and the like. .. The payout CPU 121a receives an operation clock from a crystal oscillator (not shown), reads out a payout control program stored in the payout ROM 121b, and performs arithmetic processing related to payout of the game ball while utilizing the payout RAM 121c as a work area. The payout device 100 is controlled, and a predetermined command based on the result of arithmetic processing is transmitted to the main control board 110, the effect control board 130, and the like.

The input port of the payout control unit 121 includes an open detection switch 31a, a saucer full detection switch 32a, a payout ball detection switch 100a provided in the game ball payout device 100, and a ball presence detection switch 101a provided in the game ball storage unit 101. Etc. are connected, and a payout motor 100b provided in the game ball payout device 100 is connected to the output port of the payout control unit 121.

When the payout control unit 121 receives the payout command from the main control board 110, the payout control unit 121 drives the payout motor 100b provided in the game ball payout device 100 to control the payout of a predetermined number of game balls, and the payout ball detection switch 100a controls the payout. When the payout of a predetermined number of game balls is detected, the control of paying out the game balls is terminated.

The launch control unit 122 includes a control circuit (not shown), an input port, an output port, and the like. A touch sensor 15a and a firing volume 15b are connected to the input port of the firing control unit 122, and a ball feed solenoid 11b, a firing solenoid 28b, and the like are connected to the output port of the firing control unit 122. ing.

When the launch control unit 122 detects that the player's hand is touching the launch handle 15 by the touch signal input from the touch sensor 15a, the launch control unit 122 allows the ball feed solenoid 11b and the launch solenoid 28b to be energized. When it is detected that the rotation angle of the launch handle 15 has changed due to the detection signal from the launch volume 15b, the ball feed solenoid 11b is driven and the launch intensity is set according to the rotation angle of the launch handle 15. The solenoid 28b is driven to launch a game ball.

The launching solenoid 28b is composed of a rotary solenoid, and the launching member 28 is directly connected to the rotating shaft. When the rotating shaft rotates, the launching member 28 rotates to launch the game ball A. .. Since the operation of the launch solenoid 28b is set to about 99.9 (times / minute) from the frequency based on the output cycle of the crystal oscillator provided in the launch control unit 122, the game ball is launched in one minute. The number is about 99.9 (pieces / minute). That is, the game ball is fired about every 0.6 seconds.

The effect control board 130 is a sub-control board (sub-control means) that controls the effect (performed by the game machine 1) related to the game based on the reception of the effect command from the main control board 110. The effect control board 130 includes a sub CPU 130a that performs arithmetic processing, a sub ROM 130b that stores an effect control program, an effect control unit 130 m that includes a sub RAM 130c that serves as a work area during arithmetic processing, and a first image display device 70 (main). Display / sound control unit 140 that controls the liquid crystal display), the second image display device 71 (sub liquid crystal display), the sound output device 9 (speaker), etc., the frame lighting device 10, the handle light emitting device 15c, the button drive device 17b, and the blower device. It includes a lamp / drive control unit 150 that controls the 21 and the panel lighting device 74, the panel drive device 75, and the like, and an input port, an output port, and the like for effect control.

The sub CPU 130a receives the operation clock from the crystal oscillator, reads out the game program stored in the sub ROM 130b, and performs arithmetic processing related to the production while utilizing the sub RAM 130c as a work area, thereby receiving a command received from the main control board 110. Control is performed to cause various control units (display / voice control unit 140, lamp / drive control unit 150) to execute various effects in response to input signals from the effect button detection switch 17a and the cross key detection switch 19a (display / voice control unit 140, lamp / drive control unit 150). Output data and commands).

An effect button detection switch 17a, a cross key detection switch 19a, and the like are connected to the input port of the effect control board 130. On the effect control board 130, an effect button detection signal indicating that the effect button 17 has been operated is input from the effect button detection switch 17a, or a cross key detection indicating that the cross key 19 has been operated from the cross key detection switch 19a is detected. When a signal (upper button detection signal, left button detection signal, lower button detection signal, right button detection signal) is input, processing is performed to execute an effect according to the detection signal.

The display / voice control unit 140 receives a command from the effect control unit 130m to control the first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal display) and the second image display device 71 (sub liquid crystal display) to display a predetermined image. Or control the audio output device 9 to output a predetermined audio.

The display / voice control unit 140 includes a centralized CPU 141a that performs arithmetic processing, a centralized ROM 141b that stores an integrated control program, a centralized control unit 141 that has a centralized RAM 141c that serves as a work area during arithmetic processing, and a watch dock timer (hereinafter referred to as a watch dock timer). An image control unit 145 composed of a 142 (referred to as "WDT") and a VDP (Video Display Processor) as an image processor, a CGROM 146 in which image data and the like are stored, and an image control unit 145 provided inside and generated from the image data. It includes a VRAM 147 having a frame buffer and the like for temporarily storing the drawing data to be drawn, a voice control unit 148 as a voice processor, a voice ROM 149 in which voice data and the like are stored, an input / output port and the like.

The centralized CPU 141a receives the operation clock from the crystal oscillator, reads out the display control program stored in the integrated ROM 141b, performs arithmetic processing related to the effect while utilizing the integrated RAM 141c as a work area, and receives the command from the effect control unit 130 m. The image control unit 145 and the voice control unit 148 are controlled to execute various effects (data and commands are output) in response to the effect instruction command and the like.

The general ROM 141b is composed of a mask ROM or the like, and displays a display control program for displaying an image, a display list generation program for generating a display list composed of drawing control commands, and an animation of an effect pattern. The animation pattern, animation scene information, etc. for this are stored.

This animation pattern is referred to when displaying an animation that constitutes a specific content of an effect by an image, and the animation pattern is associated with animation scene information, a display order of each animation scene, and the like. The animation scene information includes weight frames (display time), target data (sprite identification number, transfer source address, etc.), drawing parameters (sprite display position, display magnification, transparency, etc.), drawing method. , The first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal), and the second image display device 71 (sub liquid crystal) include various information such as a duty ratio as a parameter of brightness.

The WDT 142 is a timer that monitors whether the control to be executed (for example, the input of the V blank signal from the VDP 145 to the control CPU 141a) is normal (whether the processing is completed within a predetermined time), and is a timer for the control CPU 141a. It is connected to the. If the signal (clear signal) for clearing the monitoring timer of the WDT 142 is not input within the predetermined time (monitoring time), the WDT 142 outputs a reset signal to the control CPU 141a. As a result, the overall control unit 141 (integrated CPU 141a) is forcibly reset.

In this way, when the general control unit 141 (general CPU 141a) is reset, the image displayed before the general control unit 141 (general CPU 141a) is reset is continuously displayed on the image display device. Will remain.
Not limited to such a display, when the general control unit 141 (general CPU 141a) is reset, the image display device may display a blackout image or display an error display for notifying an abnormality. Alternatively, a test display (so-called color bar) for testing for defects such as missing dots (missing or missing) of the liquid crystal display may be displayed.

The image control unit 145 (VDP) is connected to a CGROM 146 that stores various image data, and is stored in the CGROM 146 with commands (display list, drawing command, etc.) from the general control unit 141 (general CPU 141a). The drawing data that is the source of the video signal (RGB signal, etc.) is generated based on the image data. The image data is an image (frame) to be displayed on the first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal) and the second image display device 71 (sub liquid crystal), for example, an effect symbol image and a background image constituting the background of the effect symbol. , Character images, and material data representing individual images such as dialogue images. On the other hand, the drawing data is synthetic data representing an image of the entire frame formed by combining (superimposing) individual images.

The CGROM 146 is composed of a flash memory, EEPROM, EPROM, mask ROM, etc., and compresses and stores image data (sprite, movie), etc., which is a collection of pixel information in a predetermined range of pixels (for example, 32 × 32 pixels). ing. The pixel information is composed of color number information that specifies a color number for each pixel and an α value that indicates the transparency of the image. The CGROM 146 is read out in image data units by the image control unit 145 (VDP), and image processing is performed in image data units of this frame.

Further, the CGROM 146 stores the palette data in which the color number information for designating the color number and the display color information for actually displaying the color are associated with each other without compression. The CGROM 146 may be configured to compress only a part of the image data without compressing all the image data. Further, as the movie compression method, various known compression methods such as MPEG4 can be used.

The VRAM 147 is composed of an SRAM having a high speed of writing or reading image data. The VRAM 143 includes a display list storage area for temporarily storing a display list output from the control unit 141 (control CPU 141a), a first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal display), and a second image display device 71 (sub). It has a frame buffer area and the like corresponding to the liquid crystal display).

This frame buffer area is a storage area for drawing or displaying an image, and further has a first frame buffer area and a second frame buffer area. The first frame buffer area and the second frame buffer area are alternately switched between the "drawing frame buffer" and the "display frame buffer" at each start of drawing.

Therefore, the image control unit 145 (VDP) uses the drawing data stored in the CGROM 146 as a "drawing frame buffer" in the frame buffer area of the VRAM 147 based on the instruction (display list) from the general control unit 141 (general CPU 141a). The drawing data is read from the "display frame buffer" in the frame buffer area, a video signal (RGB signal, etc.) is generated based on the read drawing data, and the first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal), Then, it is output to the second image display device 71 (sub liquid crystal) to display various images.

An operating clock is supplied to the image control unit 145 (VDP) from the crystal oscillator, and by dividing the operating clock, the first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal) and the second image display are displayed. A synchronization signal (horizontal synchronization signal / vertical synchronization signal (V blank signal)) for synchronizing with the device 71 (sub liquid crystal) is generated, and the first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal) and the second image display device Output to 71 (sub liquid crystal). In the present embodiment, the frame rate of the image control unit 145 (VDP) is 30 fps (1/30 second = about 33 ms) so that drawing (image display) is performed 30 times per second. It may be set to 60 fps (1/60 second = about 16.6 ms) so that drawing (image display) is performed 60 times per second.

Further, the image control unit 145 (VDP) controls the overall control when drawing to the "drawing frame buffer" of the frame buffer area of the VRAM 147 is completed based on the instruction (display list) from the integrated control unit 141 (integrated CPU 141a). A drawing completion signal indicating that drawing is completed is transmitted to unit 141 (control CPU 141a).

Further, a general-purpose image data is converted into a predetermined image format and output between the image control unit 145, the first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal display), and the second image display device 71 (sub liquid crystal display). The board 72 is connected. The general-purpose board 72 has a bridge function for converting into an image format corresponding to the performance of the first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal display) for displaying image data and the second image display device 71 (sub liquid crystal display). For example, the difference in resolution between when a 19-inch liquid crystal display device of SXGA (1280 dots x 1080 dots) is connected and when a 17-inch liquid crystal display device of XGA (1024 dots x 768 dots) is connected. Absorb.

The voice control unit 148 is connected to the voice output device 9, and based on various effect data (including commands) transmitted from the effect control unit 130 m, the first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal display) and the first 2 Control is performed to output audio data, music data (BGM, SE), etc. from the audio output device 9 in accordance with the display of the image display device 71 (sub liquid crystal display).

The lamp / drive control unit 150 includes a lamp CPU 150a that performs arithmetic processing, a lamp RAM 150b that stores a lamp / drive control program, a lamp RAM 150c that serves as a work area during arithmetic processing, an input / output port, and the like.

The lamp CPU 150a receives the operation clock from the crystal oscillator, reads out the lamp / drive control program stored in the lamp ROM 150b, and performs arithmetic processing related to the effect while utilizing the lamp RAM 150c as a work area, thereby performing arithmetic processing related to the effect from the effect control unit 130 m. In response to the received effect instruction command or the like, the controlled device such as various lighting devices or various drive devices is controlled to perform a predetermined effect (data and commands are output).

A frame lighting device 10, a handle light emitting device 15c, a button driving device 17b, a blower 21, and a panel lighting device 74 are connected to the input / output ports of the lamp / drive control unit, and the effect control unit 130m (sub CPU 130a). ), Based on various effect data (including commands) transmitted from), lighting control of various LEDs of the frame lighting device 10, the handle light emitting device 15c, and the panel lighting device 74 is performed to perform light emitting effect and the like. Alternatively, an operation effect (the above-mentioned movement effect) or the like is performed by controlling the drive of a drive source such as a button drive device 17b, a blower device 21, and a motor or a solenoid of the panel drive device 75.

The power supply board 160 generates a main power supply (operating power supply) necessary for the operation of the gaming machine from a power supply supplied from the outside of the gaming machine, and uses the main power supply as the gaming machine 1 (main control board 110, payout control board 120, etc.). It is supplied to the effect control board 130 and various electronic components). The power supply board 160 includes a power failure detection circuit 162 that detects whether or not a power failure (power failure) has occurred and outputs a power failure detection signal to the main control board 110 based on the occurrence of the power failure (power failure). A backup power supply circuit 163 for supplying backup power to the main control board 110 when the power is cut off (power failure) is provided.

Further, the power supply board 160 is for switching between an ON state in which the main power is supplied to the gaming machine 1 (main control board 110, payout control board 120, effect control board 130, and various electronic components) and an OFF state in which the main power is stopped. The power switch is provided so that it can be operated by a clerk of the game store, and when the power switch is turned on, the main power supply is started and the operation of the game machine 1 is started. The supply of backup power to the main control board 110 is maintained even when the power switch is in the OFF state.

The power failure detection circuit 162 monitors the power supply voltage supplied to the gaming machine 1, and outputs a power failure detection signal to the main control board 110 when the power supply voltage becomes equal to or lower than a predetermined value. More specifically, the main CPU 110a whose power failure detection signal is at a high level is in an operable state, and when the power failure detection signal is at a low level, the main CPU 110a is in an operation stopped state.

The backup power supply circuit 163 includes a capacitor that stores electricity when the gaming machine is energized, and when a power failure (power failure) occurs, the backup power supply voltage stored in the capacitor is applied to the main RAM 110c of the main control board 110. Supply. As a result, the stored contents of the main RAM 110c and the payout RAM 121c are retained even when the power is cut off (power failure), and the control state of the game is changed to the state before the power cut (power failure) after the recovery from the power failure (power failure). It can be restored. Note that the backup power supply may be supplied to the payout control board 120 and the effect control board 130.

(Explanation of game status)
Next, the game state when the game progresses will be described. In the present embodiment, there are a "low probability gaming state" and a "high probability gaming state" as states relating to the jackpot lottery of special symbols, and a "non-time saving game" as a state relating to the movable member 48 possessed by the second starting port 47. It has a "state" and a "time saving game state". The state related to the jackpot lottery (low-probability gaming state, high-probability gaming state) and the state related to the movable member 48 (non-time-saving game state, time-saving game state) can be related to each other or can be made independent. .. in short,
(1) In the case of "low probability gaming state" and "time saving gaming state" (first specific gaming state),
(2) In the case of "low probability gaming state" and "non-time saving gaming state" (normal gaming state),
(3) In the case of "high probability gaming state" and "short-time gaming state" (second specific gaming state),
(4) It is possible to provide a case of "high probability gaming state" and "non-time saving gaming state" (third specific gaming state).
The game state when the game is started, that is, the initial game state of the game machine 1, is set to the "low probability game state" and the "non-time saving game state", and this game state is set to the "non-time saving game state". In the form, it will be referred to as "normal gaming state".

In the present embodiment, the "low-probability gaming state" is a jackpot in a special symbol jackpot lottery conducted on the condition that a game ball enters the first starting port 45 or the second starting port 47. It refers to a gaming state in which the winning probability is set as low as 1/299, for example. On the other hand, the "high probability gaming state" refers to a gaming state in which the jackpot winning probability is improved as compared with the low probability gaming state, and the jackpot winning probability is set as high as, for example, 1 / 59.8. .. Therefore, in the "high-probability gaming state", it is easier to win the jackpot than in the "low-probability gaming state". It should be noted that the change from the low-probability gaming state to the high-probability gaming state is performed after the jackpot game, which will be described later, is completed.

In the present embodiment, the jackpot that triggers the transition to the high-probability gaming state is referred to as "probability variation jackpot". In addition, the jackpot that triggers the transition to the low-probability gaming state is called "normal jackpot".

In the present embodiment, the "non-time saving game state" is a change in the average of the ordinary symbols corresponding to the lottery result in the winning lottery of the ordinary symbols performed on the condition that the game ball has passed through the normal symbol gate 44. It refers to a game state in which the time is set longer than the "time saving game state", and the opening time of the second starting port 47 when a winner is won is set short. For example, when the game ball passes through the normal symbol gate 44, a winning lottery for the normal symbol is performed, and the normal symbol display 62 displays the fluctuation of the normal symbol. For example, the stop display is displayed after 30 seconds. Then, when the lottery result is successful, the second starting port 47 is controlled in the open mode for, for example, 0.2 seconds after the stop display of the normal symbol.

On the other hand, the "time saving game state" is the average fluctuation time of the normal symbol corresponding to the lottery result in the winning lottery of the normal symbol performed on the condition that the game ball passes through the normal symbol gate 44. A gaming state that is set shorter than the "non-time saving game state" and that the opening time of the second starting port 47 when winning is set to be, for example, 2.5 seconds, which is longer than the "non-time saving game state". Say. Further, in the "non-time saving game state", the probability of winning in the normal symbol lottery is set as low as 1/128, for example, and in the "time saving game state", the probability of winning in the normal symbol lottery is, for example 127. It is set as high as / 128. Therefore, in the "time-saving game state", when the game ball passes through the normal drawing gate 44, the second starting port 47 is more likely to be controlled in the open mode than in the "non-time-saving game state". As a result, in the "short-time game state", the player can advance the game advantageously without consuming the game ball.

In the embodiment, the "time-saving game state" is more advantageous than the "non-time-saving game state" in the fluctuation time of the normal symbol, the opening time of the second starting port 47, and the winning probability of the normal symbol lottery. Is set. However, the "time saving game state" may be set so that only one of the fluctuation time of the normal symbol, the opening time of the second starting port 47, and the winning probability of the normal symbol lottery is advantageous. .. Further, in the non-time saving game state, the probability of winning in the winning lottery of the normal symbol may be, for example, 0/128.

(Type of jackpot)
Next, the types of jackpots will be described.

In the present embodiment, as the types of jackpots that can be won in the jackpot lottery based on the winning of the game ball to the first starting port 45, "first jackpot", "second jackpot" and "third jackpot" are selected. It has "first jackpot" and "second jackpot" as the types of jackpots that can be won in the jackpot lottery based on the winning of the game ball to the second starting port 47.

The "first jackpot" is a jackpot that executes the first jackpot game in which the opening / closing member 51 is operated to open the jackpot 50 from the 1st round game to the 16th round game for up to 29.5 seconds per round game. Is.

However, if a specified number (for example, 10) of game balls wins the large winning opening 50 by the time the opening time elapses, one round game is completed. Then, when the 16-round game is completed, the first jackpot game is completed. After the end of the first big hit game, the above-mentioned second specific game state is set until the variation display of the special symbols (first special symbol, second special symbol) is performed 10,000 times.
In the second specific game state, the fluctuation display of the special symbol is performed 10,000 times, but in the second specific game state (high probability game state), the probability of winning the jackpot by the time the jackpot lottery is performed 10,000 times. It can be said that the second specific game state will continue until the next big hit lottery is won.

The "second jackpot" is a jackpot that executes a second jackpot game in which the opening / closing member 51 is operated to open the jackpot 50 from the first round to the fourth round game for up to 29.5 seconds per round game. be.

However, if a specified number (for example, 10) of game balls wins the large winning opening 50 by the time the opening time elapses, one round game is completed. Then, when the 4-round game is completed, the second jackpot game is completed. After the end of the second big hit game, the above-mentioned first specific game state is set until the variation display of the special symbols (first special symbol, second special symbol) is performed 100 times.

The "third jackpot" is a jackpot that executes a third jackpot game in which the opening / closing member 51 is operated to open the jackpot 50 from the 1st round game to the 4th round game for up to 29.5 seconds per round game. Is.

However, if a specified number (for example, 10) of game balls wins the large winning opening 50 by the time the opening time elapses, one round game is completed. Then, when the 4-round game is completed, the third big hit game is completed. After the end of the second big hit game, the above-mentioned second specific game state is set until the variable display of the special symbols (first special symbol, second special symbol) is performed 10,000 times.

The "second jackpot" and the "third jackpot" have the same number of round games of four, but the game states set after the jackpot game ends are different.

In addition, the fluctuation display number of the specific game state (first specific game state, second specific game state, etc.) set after the jackpot game (in the present embodiment, the above-mentioned 100 times or 10000 times) is referred to as "high". It may be expressed as "probability game count" or "time reduction count".

In the present embodiment, the number of types of jackpots is three, but the number is not limited to three, and may be less than or more than three. Further, the opening time of the opening / closing member 51 is set to 29.5 seconds regardless of which big hit (first big hit to third big hit), but the opening time does not have to be 29.5 seconds, and it depends on the round game. It may have different opening times.

(Type of hit)
Next, the types of hits will be described.

In the present embodiment, there are "first hit" and "second hit" as the types of hits that can be won in the winning lottery based on the passage of the game ball to the Fuzu gate 44, and the winning lottery is executed. If the gaming state at the time of being played is a non-time-saving gaming state, it is a "first hit", and if the gaming state when the winning lottery is executed is a time-saving gaming state, it is a "second hit".

The "first hit" is a hit in which the movable member 48 is operated to execute the first hit game in which the second starting port 47 is opened once for up to 0.2 seconds.

However, if a specified number (for example, 10) of game balls wins the second starting port 47 by the time the opening time elapses, the first game is completed. In addition, unlike the big hit game, the game state is not changed (set) after the hit game is completed.

"Second hit" is a second hit game in which the movable member 48 is operated to open the second starting port 47 for 2.6 seconds, close it for 1.5 seconds, and open it again for 2.6 seconds. Is about to execute. That is, it is a hit game in which the movable member 48 is opened twice.

However, if a specified number (for example, 10) of game balls wins the second starting port 47 before the opening time elapses, one opening is completed. Then, when the two openings are completed, the second hit game is completed. In addition, unlike the big hit game, the game state is not changed (set) after the hit game is completed.

In this way, in the "time-saving game state", the game ball is easily won in the second starting port 47, and the player has an advantage in the game without consuming the game ball as compared with the "non-time-saving game state". It is possible to proceed.

Next, the progress of the game in the gaming machine 1 will be described with reference to a flowchart.

(Main processing of main control board)
The main processing of the main control board 110 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 3 is a flowchart showing the main processing of the main control board 110.

When the power supply voltage is supplied from the power supply board 160, a system reset occurs in the main CPU 110a, and the main CPU 110a performs the following main processing.

First, the main CPU 110a performs the initialization process in step S10. In this process, the main CPU 110a reads the boot program from the main ROM 110b in response to the power being turned on, and also performs a process of initializing the flags and the like stored in the main RAM 110c.

In step S20, the main CPU 110a performs a process of updating the reach determination random number value for determining the variation mode (variation time) of the special symbol and the special symbol determination random value, and in step S30, the jackpot determination Initial value random value update processing is performed to update the initial value random value, the initial value random value for special symbol determination, the initial value random value for hit determination, and the initial value random value for normal symbol determination.

Next, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not a power failure (power failure) has occurred in step S40. Specifically, it is determined whether or not a power failure detection signal has been input from the power failure detection circuit of the power supply board 160, and if the power failure detection signal has not been input (step S40: No), step S20 is performed. If the transition is made and a power failure detection signal is input (step S40: Yes), the transition is made to step S41.

In step S41, the main CPU 110a sets interrupt prohibition that prohibits interrupt interrupting, performs processing for clearing the output port in step S42, calculates a checksum of the main RAM 110c in step S43, and stores a predetermined value. The process of storing in the area is performed, in step S44, the process of turning on the backup flag to be referred to when recovering from the power failure is performed, and in step S45, the process of prohibiting RAM access is performed, and the power supply voltage supply is completely cut off. Wait until it hangs down.

(Timer interrupt processing on the main control board)
The timer interrupt processing of the main control board 110 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 4 is a flowchart showing a timer interrupt process on the main control board 110. The reset clock pulse generation circuit provided on the main control board 110 generates clock pulses at predetermined cycles (4 milliseconds), so that the timer interrupt process described below is executed.

First, in step S100, the main CPU 110a saves the information stored in the register to the stack area, and in step S110, the special game timer counter such as the update process of the special symbol time counter, the opening time of the special electric accessory, and the like. Time control processing for updating various timer counters, such as update processing of the normal symbol time counter, update processing of the opening / closing time of the movable member 48, and the like. Specifically, a process of subtracting 1 from counters such as a special symbol time counter, a special game timer counter, a normal symbol time counter, a start port open timer counter, and a start port close timer counter is performed.

In step S120, the main CPU 110a determines the jackpot determination random number value, the special symbol determination random number value, the special symbol variation pattern determination random number value, the hit determination random number value, the normal symbol determination random number value, and the normal symbol variation pattern determination. Performs specific random number update processing to update the random number value. Specifically, each random number value and random number counter are added by +1 and updated. If the added random number counter exceeds the maximum value of the random number range (when the random number counter makes one round), the random number counter is returned to 0, and when the random number counter returns to the initial value of the round, it corresponds. Initial value to be performed The random number value is set as a new lap initial value and the random number value is newly updated.

In step S130, the main CPU 110a sets the initial value random value for jackpot determination, the initial value random value for special symbol determination, the initial value random value for hit determination, and the initial value random value for normal symbol determination in step S130, as in step S30. Initial value to be updated Random value Update processing is performed.

In step S200, the main CPU 110a includes a general winning opening detection switch 43a, a large winning opening detection switch 50a, a first starting opening detection switch 45a, a second starting opening detection switch 47a, a gate detection switch 44a, a winning confirmation detection switch 52a, and the like. It is determined whether or not there is an input to various switches, and if there is an input, input control processing for setting predetermined data is performed. Details will be described later with reference to FIG.

In step S300, the main CPU 110a controls the special symbol memory determination (big hit determination, etc.), the display control of the special symbol, the opening / closing control of the big winning opening 50 (opening / closing member 51), the game state control, and the like. Perform processing. Details will be described later with reference to FIG.

In step S400, the main CPU 110a performs a normal symbol memory control process for performing normal symbol memory determination (hit determination, etc.), normal symbol display control, opening / closing control of the second starting port 47 (movable member 48), and the like. ..

Next, in step S500, the main CPU 110a transmits a payout state confirmation designation command for confirming the payout state of the payout control board 120 to the payout control board 120, and each prize ball counter (three prize ball counters, With reference to the 10 prize ball counter and the 15 prize ball counter), a payout control process for transmitting a payout number designation command corresponding to various winning openings to the payout control board 120 is performed. As a result, the payout control board 120 executes control for paying out the prize balls from the game ball payout device 100.

In step S600, the main CPU 110a determines the occurrence of a magnetic abnormality or a radio wave abnormality based on the input signals from the magnetic detection sensor 53a and the radio wave detection sensor 54a, and determines the occurrence of a magnetic abnormality or radio wave abnormality, and specifies a magnetic anomaly error designation command or a radio wave abnormality error designation. Performs magnetic / radio wave abnormality determination processing for transmitting a command to the effect control board 130. When the effect control board 130 receives the magnetic anomaly error designation command or the radio wave abnormality error designation command, the effect control board 130 performs control for performing the magnetic anomaly error notification and the radio wave abnormality error notification.

In step S700, the main CPU 110a outputs external information data (game information) output from the game information output terminal plate 90, start port opening / closing data output to the second start opening opening / closing solenoid 48b, and large winning opening opening / closing solenoid 51b. Winning opening opening / closing data, special symbol display data output to special symbol indicators 60, 61, ordinary symbol display data output to ordinary symbol display 62, special symbol hold display data output to special symbol hold indicators 63, 64, In addition, data creation processing for creating data such as normal symbol hold display data to be output to the normal symbol hold display 65 is performed.

In step S800, the main CPU 110a performs port output processing for outputting signals such as external information data, start opening opening / closing data, and winning opening opening / closing data created in step S700, special symbol display data, and normal symbol display data. , Special symbol hold display data, display output process to output signals such as normal symbol hold display data, and payout command transmission process to send the command set in the payout transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c to the payout control board 120. Or, an output control process for executing an effect command transmission process for transmitting a command set in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c to the effect control board 130 is performed.

The types of commands transmitted from the main control board 110 to the effect control board 130 will be described later with reference to FIGS. 8 and 9.

In step S900, the main CPU 110a returns the information saved in step S100 to the register of the main CPU 110a, and ends the timer interrupt process this time.

(Input control processing of the main control board)
The input control process of the main control board 110 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 5 is a flowchart showing an input control process on the main control board 110.

In step S210, the main CPU 110a performs a general winning opening detection switch input process. In this general winning opening detection switch input process, it is determined whether or not the detection signal is input from the general winning opening detection switch 43a, that is, whether or not the game ball has won the general winning opening 43. If there is no input of the detection signal from the general winning opening detection switch 43a, the process proceeds to step S220.

When the detection signal is input from the general prize opening detection switch 43a, the data indicating 10 prize balls is added to the prize ball counter (10 prize ball counter) for the general winning opening used for the prize balls and updated. Then, "1" is added to the winning ball counter (D) indicating the number of game balls entered in the winning opening to update (D ← D + 1), and then the general winning opening detection switch input process is terminated.

In step S220, the main CPU 110a performs a large winning opening detection switch input process. In this large winning opening detection switch input process, it is determined whether or not the detection signal is input from the large winning opening detection switch 50a, that is, whether or not the game ball has won the large winning opening 50. If there is no input of the detection signal from the large winning opening detection switch 50a, the process proceeds to step S230.

When the detection signal from the large prize opening detection switch 50a is input, the data indicating 15 prize balls is added to the prize ball counter (15 prize ball counters) for the large prize opening used for the prize balls. Update and update (D ← D + 1) by adding "1" to the prize ball counter (D) indicating the number of game balls that have entered the prize opening, and whether or not the current game state is in the special game state. Is determined. When the current gaming state is in the special gaming state, "1" is added to the large winning opening winning ball counter (C) for counting the game balls that have won the large winning opening 50 (C ←). C + 1) and end the large winning opening detection switch input process.

If the current game state is not in the special game state, an illegal winning ball indicating the number of game balls that have won (winned) in the specific winning opening (second starting opening 47, large winning opening 50) outside the winning period. "1" is added to the counter (E) and updated (E ← E + 1), and it is determined whether or not the value of the illegal winning ball counter (E) is larger than the specified number (for example, 10), and the illegal winning is won. If the value of the ball counter (E) is less than or equal to the specified number, the large winning opening detection switch input process is terminated.

If the value of the illegal winning ball counter (E) is larger than the specified number, it is assumed that an illegal winning (illegal winning) has occurred in which the game ball wins (winning) outside the winning period, and an error for illegal winning is specified. Set the command in the transmission data storage area for production. As a result, the error designation command for illegal winning is transmitted to the effect control board 130, and the effect control board 130 notifies that the illegal winning error has occurred to notify that the illegal winning has occurred.

Then, external information data (output data) for outputting an illegal winning signal from the game information output terminal board 90 is set in a predetermined area of the main RAM 110c, and the illegal winning ball counter (E) is cleared to detect a large winning opening. The switch input process ends. As a result, the illegal winning signal is output from the game information output terminal board 90, and it becomes possible to grasp (identify) that the illegal winning has occurred in the external device.

In step S230, the main CPU 110a performs the first start port detection switch input process. In this first start port detection switch input process, it is determined whether or not the detection signal from the first start port detection switch 45a is input, that is, whether or not the game ball has won the first start port 45. Details will be described later with reference to FIG.

In step S240, the main CPU 110a performs the second start port detection switch input process. In this second start port detection switch input process, substantially the same process as the first start port detection switch input process shown in FIG. 6 to be described later is performed.

The main CPU 110a performs the gate detection switch input process in step S250. In this gate detection switch input process, it is determined whether the detection signal from the gate detection switch 44a is input, that is, whether or not the game ball has passed through the normal gate 44, and predetermined data is set.

In step S260, the main CPU 110a performs the winning confirmation detection switch input process. In this winning confirmation detection switch input process, it is determined whether or not the detection signal from the winning confirmation detection switch 52a has been input, that is, whether or not the game ball has passed through the winning ball flow path 52. If the detection signal is not input from the winning confirmation detection switch 52a, the input control process ends.

When the detection signal is input from the winning confirmation detection switch 52a, the winning ball counter (D) is subtracted by "1" and updated (D ← D-1), and the value of the winning ball counter (D) is the upper limit value (D). For example, it is determined whether or not there is more than 20).

If the value of the winning ball counter (D) is larger than the upper limit value, it is assumed that an abnormal winning (winning ball) has occurred, an error specifying command for abnormal winning is set in the transmission data storage area for production, and the game information output terminal. External information data (output data) for outputting an abnormal winning signal from the board 90 is set in a predetermined area of the main RAM 110c, the winning ball counter (D) is cleared, and the winning confirmation detection switch input process is completed. The sub CPU 130a of the effect control board 130 that has received the error designation command for abnormal winning is notified of the abnormal winning error to notify that the abnormal winning has occurred.

When the value of the winning ball counter (D) is not more than the upper limit value, it is determined whether or not the value of the winning ball counter (D) is less than the lower limit value (for example, −10). If the value of the winning ball counter (D) is not less than the lower limit value, the winning confirmation detection switch input process is terminated.

If the value of the winning ball counter (D) is less than the lower limit value (for example, -10), it is assumed that an abnormal winning (winning ball) has occurred, and an error specifying command for abnormal winning is set in the transmission data storage area for production. , External information data (output data) for outputting an abnormal winning signal from the game information output terminal board 90 is set in a predetermined area of the main RAM 110c, and the winning ball counter (D) is cleared to input a winning confirmation detection switch. Is terminated, and the current input control process is terminated. The sub CPU 130a of the effect control board 130 that has received the error designation command for abnormal winning is notified of the abnormal winning error to notify that the abnormal winning has occurred.

In the embodiment of the present invention, the amount (width) of the deviation in the positive direction between the upper limit value, which is one determination value for determining the occurrence of abnormal winning, and the initial value "0" of the winning ball counter, is set to the other. It is set to be larger than the deviation amount (width) in the negative direction between the lower limit value which is the judgment value of and the initial value "0" of the winning ball counter. That is, the amount of dissociation in the negative direction is smaller. As a result, the structure around the winning confirmation detection switch 52a is absorbed while absorbing the time lag of the game balls that have won in various winning openings and flowing down the winning ball flow path 52 to reduce the erroneous determination of abnormal winning due to the excess of winning balls. It is possible to quickly detect the occurrence of abnormal winning due to the shortage of winning balls due to the above problem.

It should be noted that the lower limit, which is the other judgment value, rather than the amount (width) of the deviation in the positive direction between the upper limit value, which is one judgment value for judging the occurrence of abnormal winning, and the initial value "0" of the winning ball counter. The amount (width) of the deviation between the value and the initial value "0" of the winning ball counter in the negative direction may be set to a larger value, or both may be set to the same value.

(First start port detection switch input process on the main control board)
The first start port detection switch input process of the main control board 110 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 6 is a flowchart showing a first start port detection switch input process on the main control board 110.

First, in step S230-1, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the detection signal from the first start port detection switch 45a has been input. When the detection signal from the first start port detection switch 45a is input (step S230-1: Yes), the process is transferred to step S230-2, and the detection signal from the first start port detection switch 45a is not input. If (step S230-1: No), the first start port detection switch input process this time is terminated.

In step S230-2, the main CPU 110a adds and updates data indicating three prize balls to the three prize ball counter used for the prize balls, and in step S230-3, wins a prize in the winning opening (in step S230-3). "1" is added to the winning ball counter (D) indicating the number of game balls (D) to update (D ← D + 1).

In step S230-4, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the number of first special symbol reservations (U1), which is the number of first reserved storages stored in the first special symbol reservation storage area, is less than four. .. When the number of first special symbol reservations (U1) is less than 4 (step S230-4: Yes), the process is transferred to step S230-5, and when the number of first special symbol reservations (U1) is not less than 4. In (Step S230-4: No), the first start port detection switch input process this time is completed.

In step S230-5, the main CPU 110a performs a process of adding "1" to the first special symbol hold number (U1) and updating (U1 ← U1 + 1), and in step S230-6, sets a random value for jackpot determination. The vacant storage unit is searched in order from the first storage unit in the first special symbol reservation storage area, and the acquired random value for jackpot determination is stored in the vacant storage unit.

In step S230-7, the main CPU 110a acquires a random value for determining a special symbol, searches for a vacant storage unit in order from the first storage unit in the first special symbol reservation storage area, and stores the vacant memory. The special symbol determination random value acquired in the unit is stored, and in step S230-8, the reach determination random value and the special symbol fluctuation pattern determination random value are acquired, and the first special symbol reservation storage area is located. 1 The vacant storage unit is searched in order from the storage unit, and the reach determination random value and the special figure fluctuation pattern determination random value acquired in the vacant storage unit are stored.

As described above, the predetermined storage unit of the first special symbol reservation storage area is composed of a jackpot determination random value, a special symbol determination random value, a reach determination random value, a special symbol variation pattern determination random value, and the like. The first hold storage (determination information) will be stored.

The main CPU 110a performs the first pre-determination process in step S230-9. In this first pre-judgment process, the pre-judgment table (not shown) is referred to, and the jackpot judgment random value, the special symbol determination random value, the reach judgment random value, and the special figure fluctuation pattern determination random value acquired this time are referred to. Based on the judgment information such as numerical values, the judgment result of the newly stored first hold storage (judgment information) is displayed on the effect control board 130 before the variation display of the special symbol based on the first hold storage is performed. Determine the first start winning information to be notified.

In step S230-10, the main CPU 110a sets the first start opening winning designation command corresponding to the first start winning information determined in the first pre-determination process of step S230-9 in the production transmission data storage area. ..

As a result, the first start opening prize information can be transmitted to the effect control board 130 as the first start port prize designation command, and the sub CPU 130a of the effect control board 130 that has received the first start port prize designation command is first started. The mouth prize designation command is analyzed, and a predetermined variation display of one or a plurality of fluctuation displays executed before or before the start of the variation display of the special symbol corresponding to the first start mouth prize designation command is performed. It is possible to execute a look-ahead notice effect such as a continuous notice effect for executing a notice effect or a hold change notice effect for changing the display mode of the corresponding hold icon to a special display mode. The look-ahead notice effect is performed by using one or a plurality of the image display device, the sound output device 9, the frame lighting device 10, the movable effect member 73, and the board lighting device 74.

In step S230-11, the main CPU 110a refers to the first special symbol hold number (U1), which is the number of first hold storages stored in the first special symbol hold storage area, and is updated in step S230-5. The first special symbol storage designation command corresponding to the number of reserved first special symbols (U1) is set in the transmission data storage area for effect, and the input process of the first start port detection switch this time is terminated.

(Special figure special electric control processing of main control board)
The special figure special electric control process of the main control board 110 will be described with reference to FIG. 7. FIG. 7 is a flowchart showing a special figure special electric control process on the main control board 110.

First, the main CPU 110a loads the value of the special figure special electric processing data in step S301, refers to the branch destination address from the special figure special electric processing data loaded in step S302, and is special if the special figure special electric processing data = 0. The process is transferred to the symbol memory determination process (step S310), the process is transferred to the special symbol variation process (step S320) if the special symbol special electric processing data = 1, and the special symbol stop process is performed if the special symbol special electric processing data = 2. The process is transferred to (step S330), and if the special figure special electric processing data = 3, the process is transferred to the jackpot game processing (step S340), and if the special figure special electric processing data = 4, the jackpot game end process (step S350) is performed. Move the process.

Since this "special figure special electric processing data" is set as necessary in each subroutine of the special figure special electric control processing as described later, the subroutines necessary for the game are appropriately processed. ..

In step S310, the main CPU 110a performs a special symbol storage determination process of determining a jackpot, determining the type of special symbol to be stopped and displayed, and determining the fluctuation time of the special symbol.

Specifically, first, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not data of "1" or more is set in the first reserved number (U1) storage area or the second reserved number (U2) storage area. When it is determined that no data of "1" or more is set in either the first reserved number (U1) storage area or the second reserved number (U2) storage area, the special figure special electric processing data = While holding 0, the special symbol memory determination process is terminated.

On the other hand, when it is determined that data of "1" or more is set in the first reserved number (U1) storage area or the second reserved number (U2) storage area, the main CPU 110a performs a jackpot determination. Specifically, when data of "1" or more is set in the second reserved number (U2) storage area, "1" is subtracted from the value stored in the second reserved number (U2) storage area. After that, various random value stored in the first to fourth storage units in the second special symbol reservation storage area is shifted to the previous storage unit.

The data stored in the first storage unit is shifted to the 0th storage unit, and various random value values already written in the 0th storage unit are overwritten and erased. Then, it is determined whether or not the special symbol determination random value stored in the 0th storage unit of the second special symbol reservation storage area is a random value corresponding to the "big hit".

Further, when the data of "1" or more is not set in the second reserved number (U2) storage area and the data of "1" or more is set in the first reserved number (U1) storage area, the first After subtracting "1" from the value stored in the hold number (U1) storage area, one of the various random number values stored in the first to fourth storage units in the first special symbol hold storage area is used. Shift to the previous storage.

Also at this time, the data stored in the first storage unit is shifted to the 0th storage unit, and various random value values already written in the 0th storage unit are overwritten and erased. Then, it is determined whether or not the special symbol determination random value stored in the 0th storage unit of the first special symbol reservation storage area is a random value corresponding to the "big hit".

Then, the main CPU 110a performs a special symbol determination process for determining the type of the special symbol to be stopped and displayed. Specifically, when it is determined as "big hit" in the above jackpot determination, the jackpot symbol abuse stored in the first special symbol reserved storage area or the 0th storage unit of the second special symbol reserved storage area. Determine the jackpot symbol based on the numerical value.

In addition, when it is determined as "missing" in the above jackpot determination, the losing symbol is determined. Then, the stop symbol data corresponding to the determined special symbol is stored in the stop symbol data storage area. In addition, the effect symbol designation command corresponding to the determined special symbol is set in the effect transmission data storage area.

Next, the main CPU 110a performs a process of determining the fluctuation time of the special symbol. Specifically, the variation pattern of the special symbol is determined based on the reach determination random number value stored in the 0th storage unit and the special figure variation random value. After that, the fluctuation time of the special symbol corresponding to the determined fluctuation pattern of the special symbol is determined. Then, the process of setting the counter value corresponding to the determined fluctuation time of the special symbol in the special symbol time counter is performed. In addition, a variation pattern specification command corresponding to the determined variation pattern of the special symbol is set in the transmission data storage area for production.

The main CPU 110a sets the variation display data for causing the first special symbol display 60 or the second special symbol display 61 to display the variation of the special symbol (blinking of the LED) in a predetermined processing area.

As a result, when the variable display data is set in the predetermined processing area, the data for turning on or off the LED is appropriately created in step S600, and the created data is output in step S700. The variable display of the first special symbol display 60 or the second special symbol display 61 is performed.

Then, the main CPU 110a sets the special symbol special electric processing data = 0 to the special symbol special electric processing data = 1 and prepares to move to the subroutine of the special symbol variation processing, and ends the special symbol storage determination process.

In step S320, the main CPU 110a performs a special symbol variation process for determining whether or not the variation time of the special symbol has elapsed.

Specifically, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the fluctuation time of the special symbol determined in step S310 has elapsed (special symbol time counter = 0). If it is determined that the fluctuation time has not elapsed, the special symbol variation processing is terminated while retaining the special symbol special electric processing data = 1. The special symbol time counter corresponding to the fluctuation time of the special symbol set in step S310 is subtracted in step S110.

When it is determined that the fluctuation time has elapsed, the special symbol determined in step S310 is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 60 or the second special symbol display 61. As a result, the player is notified of the determination result of the jackpot determination.

Then, the special symbol special electric processing data = 1 is set to the special symbol special electric processing data = 2, preparations are made to move to the subroutine of the special symbol stop processing, and the special symbol variation processing is completed.

In step S330, the main CPU 110a performs a special symbol stop process for determining whether the stop-displayed special symbol is a "big hit symbol" or a "missing symbol".

First, the main CPU 110a updates by subtracting 1 from the time reduction counter when the number of time reductions> 0, clears the time reduction game flag when the number of time reductions = 0, and high-probability games when the number of high-probability games> 0. It is updated by subtracting 1 from the number counter, and when the number of high-probability games = 0, the high-probability game flag is cleared.

Then, when the stop-displayed special symbol is determined to be a jackpot symbol, the main CPU 110a clears the time-saving game flag, the high-probability game flag, the time-saving number counter, and the high-probability game number counter, and also clears the special figure. Set the special electric processing data = 2 to the special electric special electric processing data = 3, prepare to move to the subroutine of the jackpot game processing, and end the special symbol stop processing.

On the other hand, when it is determined that the symbol is lost, the special symbol special electric processing data = 2 is set to the special symbol special electric processing data = 0, preparations are made to move to the subroutine of the special symbol storage determination processing, and the special symbol stop processing is performed. finish.

In step S340, the main CPU 110a determines which of the first jackpot, the second jackpot, and the third jackpot is to be executed, and performs the jackpot game process for controlling the determined jackpot.

Specifically, the type of jackpot is determined based on the type of jackpot symbol (stop symbol data) determined in step S310.

Next, in order to execute the determined jackpot, the opening time of the opening / closing member 51 according to the type of jackpot is set in the special game timer counter, and the drive data of the winning opening opening / closing solenoid 51b is output to output the opening / closing member 51. To open. At this time, 1 is added to the round game count (R) storage area.

When a specified number of game balls win (win) during this opening, or when the opening time of the large winning opening elapses (round winning counter (C) = 10 or special game timer counter = 0), the large The output of the drive data of the winning opening opening / closing solenoid 51b is stopped to close the opening / closing member 51. As a result, one round game is completed. Also, the counter value of the round winning counter (C) is cleared.

When the predetermined number of round games (4 times or 16 times in the present embodiment) is completed, the data stored in the round game number (R) storage area is cleared, and the special figure special electric processing data = 3 To the special figure special electric processing data = 4, prepare to move to the subroutine of the jackpot game end processing, and end the jackpot game processing.

In step S350, the main CPU 110a determines the probability gaming state of either the high-probability gaming state or the low-probability gaming state, and also determines the gaming state of either the time-saving gaming state or the non-time-saving gaming state. Performs jackpot game end processing.

Specifically, based on the type of jackpot symbol (stop symbol data) determined in step S310, the high-probability game flag is set, the high-probability game number is set, the time-saving game flag is set, and the time-saving number is set. Will be done.

After that, the special figure special electric processing data = 4 is set to the special figure special electric processing data = 0, preparations are made to move to the subroutine of the special symbol memory determination processing, and the jackpot game end processing is completed.

(Explanation of commands related to the production control board)
The types of commands transmitted from the main control board 110 to the effect control board 130 will be described with reference to FIGS. 8 and 9. 8 and 9 are diagrams showing the types of commands transmitted from the main control board 110 to the effect control board 130.

The "first special symbol storage designation command" indicates the number of reserved storages stored in the first special symbol reserved number (U1) storage area, "MODE" is set to "E0H", and the number of reserved storages is set. DATA information is set according to.

When the value stored in the first special symbol storage number (U1) storage area increases or decreases, this first special symbol storage designation command holds the memory after the increase or decrease in step S230-11 or step S310. The first special symbol storage designation command corresponding to the number is set in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c, and is transmitted to the effect control board 130 in the output control process of step S800.

The "second special symbol storage designation command" indicates the number of reserved storages stored in the second special symbol storage number (U2) storage area, "MODE" is set to "E0H", and the number of reserved storages is set. DATA information is set according to.

When the value stored in the second special symbol storage number (U2) storage area is increased or decreased, the second special symbol storage designation command is set to the reserved storage number after the increase or decrease in step S240 or step S310. The corresponding second special symbol storage designation command is set in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c, and is transmitted to the effect control board 130 in the output control process of step S800.

In the present embodiment, the "first special symbol memory designation command" and the "second special symbol memory designation command" may be collectively referred to as a "special symbol memory designation command".

The "effect symbol designation command" indicates the type (type) of the special symbol that is stopped and displayed. If it is the first special symbol, "MODE" is set to "E1H", and if it is the second special symbol, "MODE". Is set in "E2H", and DATA information is set according to the type of special symbol. Since the type of the special symbol eventually determines the type of the jackpot and the game state after the jackpot ends, the effect symbol designation command can be said to indicate the type of the jackpot and the game state after the jackpot ends. ..

In this effect symbol designation command, when various special symbols are determined and the variable display of the special symbol is started, the effect symbol designation command corresponding to the special symbol in step S310 is the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c. Is set to, and is transmitted to the effect control board 130 in the output control process of step S800.

The "first special symbol variation pattern designation command" indicates the variation time (variation mode) of the special symbol on the first special symbol display 60, "MODE" is set to "E3H", and various variations are made. DATA information is set according to the pattern.

This first special symbol variation pattern designation command is a first special symbol variation corresponding to the special symbol variation pattern in step S310 when the variation display of the special symbol of the first special symbol display 60 is started. The pattern designation command is set in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c, and is transmitted to the effect control board 130 in the output control process of step S800.

The "second special symbol variation pattern designation command" indicates the variation time (variation mode) of the special symbol on the second special symbol display 61, "MODE" is set to "E4H", and various variations are made. DATA information is set according to the pattern.

This second special symbol variation pattern designation command is a second special symbol variation corresponding to the special symbol variation pattern in step S310 when the variation display of the special symbol of the second special symbol display 61 is started. The pattern designation command is set in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c, and is transmitted to the effect control board 130 in the output control process of step S800.

In the present embodiment, the "first special symbol variation pattern designation command" and the "second special symbol variation pattern designation command" may be collectively referred to as a "variation pattern designation command".
Further, since the fluctuation pattern designation command and the effect symbol designation command are transmitted when the fluctuation display is started, it can be said to be a command indicating that the fluctuation display is started.

The "special symbol confirmation command" indicates that the special symbol is stopped and displayed, "MODE" is set to "E5H", and "DATA" is set to "00H".

In this special symbol confirmation command, when the special symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 60 or the second special symbol display 61, the special symbol confirmation command is the transmission data for the effect of the main RAM 110c in the above step S320. It is set in the storage area and transmitted to the effect control board 130 in the output control process of step S800.

The "normal symbol confirmation command" indicates that the normal symbol is stopped and displayed, "MODE" is set to "E5H", and "DATA" is set to "01H".
In this normal symbol confirmation command, when the normal symbol is stopped and displayed on the normal symbol display 62 and the normal symbol is stopped and displayed, the normal symbol confirmation command is the production transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c in step S400. Is set to, and is transmitted to the effect control board 130 in the output control process of step S800.

The "starting opening winning designation command" is information for notifying the effect control board 130 of the result of the jackpot determination (lottery) in advance, and if it is based on the winning of the game ball to the first starting opening 45, "MODE". Is set with "E6H", and if it is based on the winning of the game ball to the second starting port 47, "MODE" is set with "E7H", and DATA information is set according to various winning information. There is.

When the game ball wins in the first starting port 45 or the second starting opening 47, this starting opening winning designation command corresponds to the starting opening winning information in the above steps S230-10 or S240. The command is set in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c, and is transmitted to the effect control board 130 in the output control process of step S800.

The "big hit opening designation command" indicates that various jackpot games (special game states) are started, "MODE" is set to "E8H", and DATA information is displayed according to the type of jackpot game. It is set.

In this jackpot opening designation command, when various jackpot games are started, the jackpot opening designation command corresponding to the type of jackpot game is set in the production transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c in step S330, and step S800. It will be transmitted to the effect control board 130 in the output control process of.

The "round designation command" indicates the number of rounds of the jackpot game, "MODE" is set to "E9H", and DATA information is set according to the number of rounds of the jackpot game.

In this round designation command, when the round game of the jackpot game is started, the round designation command corresponding to the number of rounds is set in the production transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c in step S340, and the output control process of step S800 is performed. Will be transmitted to the effect control board 130.

The "big hit ending designation command" indicates that various jackpot games have been completed, "MODE" is set to "EAH", and DATA information is set according to the type of jackpot game.

In this jackpot ending designation command, when various jackpot games are completed, the jackpot ending designation command corresponding to the type of jackpot game is set in the production transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c in step S340, and step S800. It will be transmitted to the effect control board 130 in the output control process of.

The "ordinary symbol storage specification command" indicates the number of pending storages stored in the ordinary symbol retention number (G1) storage area, "MODE" is set to "ECH", and DATA is set according to the number of reserved symbols. Information is set.

When the value stored in the normal symbol storage number (G1) storage area increases or decreases, this normal symbol storage designation command corresponds to the number of reserved symbols after the increase or decrease in step S250 or step S400. The storage designation command is set in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c, and is transmitted to the effect control board 130 in the output control process of step S800.

The "normal symbol designation command" indicates the type of the normal symbol that is stopped and displayed on the normal symbol display 62, "MODE" is set to "EDH", and DATA information is displayed according to the type of the ordinary symbol. It is set.

In this normal symbol designation command, when various normal symbols are determined and the variable display of the normal symbol is started, the normal symbol designation command corresponding to the normal symbol in the above step S400 is the transmission data storage area for production of the main RAM 110c. Is set to, and is transmitted to the effect control board 130 in the output control process of step S800.

The "normal symbol fluctuation designation command" indicates the fluctuation time of the normal symbol on the normal symbol display 62, "MODE" is set to "EEH", and DATA information is set according to the fluctuation time of various ordinary symbols. Is set.

In this normal symbol fluctuation designation command, when the fluctuation display of the normal symbol is started, the normal symbol fluctuation designation command corresponding to the fluctuation time of the normal symbol is set in the production transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c in step S400. , Will be transmitted to the effect control board 130 in the output control process of step S800.

The "winning opening designation command" indicates that various auxiliary games are started, "MODE" is set to "EFH", and DATA information is set according to the type of auxiliary game.

In this hit opening designation command, when the auxiliary game is started, the hit opening designation command corresponding to the type of the auxiliary game is set in the production transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c in step S400, and in step S800. It will be transmitted to the effect control board 130 in the output control process.

The "hit ending designation command" indicates that various auxiliary games have been completed, "MODE" is set to "EFH", and DATA information is set according to the type of auxiliary game.

In this hit ending designation command, when various auxiliary games are completed, the hit ending designation command corresponding to the type of auxiliary game is set in the production transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c in step S400, and the step It will be transmitted to the effect control board 130 in the output control process of S800.

The "game state designation command" indicates whether or not the game is in a time-saving game state and whether or not the game is in a high-probability game state. "MODE" is set to "F0H", and "MODE" is set to "F0H" and " "DATA" is set.

This game state designation command enters the game state in step S310, step S330, and step S350 at the start of the change of the special symbol, at the end of the change of the special symbol (at the start of the jackpot game), and at the end of the jackpot. The corresponding game state designation command is set in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c, and is transmitted to the effect control board 130 in the output control process of step S800.

The "power-on designation command" and the "power recovery designation command" indicate whether or not the power-on to the gaming machine 1 involves the initialization of the main RAM 110c, and the "MODE" is "F1H". When the main RAM 110c is initialized, "DATA" is set to "00H", and when the main RAM 110c is not initialized, "DATA" is set to "01H to 03H".

The power-on designation command and the power-recovery designation command indicate whether or not the main RAM 110c is initialized in step S10 and the power-on designation command corresponding to the gaming state when the power is turned on to the gaming machine 1. Alternatively, a power restoration designation command is transmitted to the effect control board 130.

The "customer waiting state specification command" indicates that the customer waiting state is set in which the special symbol is not displayed in a variable manner. "MODE" is set to "F1H" and DATA is set to "04H". ing.

This customer waiting state designation command is set in the production transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c in step S310 when the customer waiting state in which the change display of the special symbol is not performed is performed, and in the output control process of step S800. It will be transmitted to the effect control board 130.

The "error designation command" indicates an error that has occurred in the gaming machine 1, "MODE" is set to "F2H", and "DATA" information is set according to the type of error.

This error specification command is used when the occurrence of a magnetic abnormality or a radio wave abnormality is determined in the magnetic / radio wave abnormality determination process of step S600, or when the occurrence of an abnormal prize is determined in the prize confirmation detection switch input process of step S260. When the occurrence of an illegal winning is determined in the large winning opening detection switch input processing in step S220 or the second starting opening detection switch input processing in step S240, the error designation command corresponding to the error type is the main RAM 110c. It is set in the effect transmission data storage area of the above, and is transmitted to the effect control board 130 in the output control process of step S800.

Further, when the game board mounting frame 3 or the glass frame 4 is opened, the lower tray 12 is full, or the payout abnormality is detected in the payout control board 120, an error designation command corresponding to the error type is transmitted for the effect of the payout RAM 121c. It is set in the data storage area and transmitted to the effect control board 130 in the output control process of the payout control board 120.

The "error cancellation designation command" indicates that the error that has occurred in the gaming machine 1 has been resolved, and "MODE" is set to "F2H", and the information of "DATA" is set according to the type of the resolved error. Is set.

This error cancellation designation command is set to the type of error resolved when it is detected in the payout control board 120 that the game board mounting frame 3 and the glass frame 4 are closed, the lower tray 12 is full, and the payout abnormality is resolved. The corresponding error release designation command is set in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c, and is transmitted to the effect control board 130 in the output control process of the payout control board 120.

(Main processing of production control unit 130m)
Next, the main process of the effect control unit 130 m will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 10 is a flowchart showing the main processing of the effect control unit 130 m.

When the power supply voltage is supplied from the power supply board 160, a system reset occurs in the sub CPU 130a, and the sub CPU 130a performs the following main processing.

In step E10, the sub CPU 130a sets interrupt prohibition that prohibits timer interruption, and performs initialization processing in step E20. In this process, the sub CPU 130a reads the main processing program from the sub ROM 130b in response to the power being turned on, initializes the flags and the like stored in the sub RAM 130c, and performs processing such as initial setting.

In step E30, the sub CPU 130a sets an interrupt permission that permits timer interruption, and in step E40, performs a sub random number update process. In this process, the sub CPU 130a performs a process of updating various random value values stored in the sub RAM 130c. After that, the process of step E40 is repeated until a predetermined interrupt process is performed.

(Timer interrupt processing of production control unit 130m)
The timer interrupt process of the effect control unit 130 m will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 11 is a flowchart showing a timer interrupt process in the effect control unit 130 m. The reset clock pulse generation circuit provided in the effect control unit 130 m generates a clock pulse at a predetermined cycle (4 milliseconds), so that the timer interrupt process described below is executed.

In step E100, the sub CPU 130a saves the information stored in the register of the sub CPU 130a to the stack area, and in step E120, performs the timer update process. In this timer update process, the sub CPU 130a performs a process of updating various timers.

The sub CPU 130a performs the input control process in step E130. In this input control process, the sub CPU 130a determines whether or not there is an input to various switches such as the effect button detection switch 17a and the cross key detection switch 19a, and if there is an input, performs a process of setting predetermined data. ..

The sub CPU 130a performs a command analysis process in step E150. In this command analysis process, the sub CPU 130a determines whether or not various commands have been transmitted from the main control board 110, and receives the commands received when various commands have been transmitted to the reception buffer of the sub RAM 130c. Performs the process of storing in.

The sub CPU 130a performs a power-on process in step E200. In this power-on process, the sub CPU 130a refers to the reception buffer of the sub-RAM 130c to determine whether or not the power-on designation command has been received, and if so, performs a process for performing a power-on notification. .. Specifically, a power-on notification command is transmitted to the display / voice control unit 140 to display the power-on screen on the first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal display) and the second image display device 71 (sub liquid crystal display). , The power-on sound is output from the audio output device 9.

The sub CPU 130a performs a power failure recovery process in step E250. In this power failure recovery process, the sub CPU 130a refers to the reception buffer of the sub RAM 130c to determine whether or not the power recovery designation command is being received, and if so, performs a process for performing a power failure recovery notification. .. Specifically, a power restoration notification command is transmitted to the display / voice control unit 140 to display the power restoration screen on the first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal display) and the second image display device 71 (sub liquid crystal display). , The power recovery sound is output from the audio output device 9.

In step E300, the sub CPU 130a performs the customer waiting effect processing. In this customer waiting effect processing, the sub CPU 130a refers to the reception buffer of the sub RAM 130c to determine whether or not the customer waiting state designation command is being received, and if so, after a predetermined time has elapsed (for example, 20 seconds). ) Is processed to perform a customer waiting effect. Specifically, a customer waiting effect command is transmitted to the display / voice control unit 140 to display the customer waiting demo screen on the first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal display) and the second image display device 71 (sub liquid crystal display). Alternatively, the audio output device 9 outputs a customer waiting demo sound.

The sub CPU 130a performs the game state update process in step E350. In this game state update process, the sub CPU 130a refers to the reception buffer of the sub RAM 130c to determine whether or not the game state designation command is being received, and if so, the game state stored in the sub RAM 130c. Performs the process of updating the information.

The sub CPU 130a performs the hold information update process in step E400. In this hold information update process, the sub CPU 130a refers to the reception buffer of the sub RAM 130c to determine whether or not a special symbol storage designation command or a normal symbol storage designation command is being received, and if so, the sub RAM 130c. The process of updating the first special symbol hold number, the second special symbol hold number, the normal symbol hold number, etc. stored in is performed.

The sub CPU 130a performs the icon change effect processing in step E500. In this icon change effect processing, the sub CPU 130a refers to the reception buffer of the sub RAM 130c to determine whether or not a start opening winning designation command or a variation pattern designation command is being received, and if so, the icon is changed. Performs processing related to production. This icon change effect is an effect of changing the display mode of the hold icon and the variable icon, and the details will be described later, but the timing and change mode (normal change, symbol action change, and character) to be changed will be described later. Multiple types of action change) are set. The details will be described later with reference to FIG.

In the present embodiment, the icon change effect for the hold icon may be referred to as "hold icon change effect", and the icon change effect for the change icon may be referred to as "the change icon change effect".

In step E600, the sub CPU 130a performs the special figure special electric effect effect processing. In this special symbol special electric effect processing, the sub CPU 130a refers to the reception buffer of the sub RAM 130c, and refers to the effect symbol designation command, the special symbol variation pattern designation command, the special symbol confirmation command, the jackpot opening designation command, the round designation command, and , It is determined whether or not the ending designation command for jackpot is received, and if it is received, the process for executing the effect corresponding to the received command is performed.

In step E800, the sub CPU 130a performs the Fuzu Fuden effect processing. In this Fuzu Fuden effect processing, the sub CPU 130a refers to the receive buffer of the sub RAM 130c, and refers to the Fuzu designation command, the Fuzu fluctuation designation command, the normal symbol confirmation command, the hit opening designation command, and the hit ending designation. It is determined whether or not a command or the like has been received, and if it has been received, a process for executing an effect corresponding to the received command is performed.

The sub CPU 130a performs error notification processing in step E850. In this error notification process, the sub CPU 130a refers to the reception buffer of the sub RAM 130c to determine whether or not an error specification command or an error release specification command has been received, and if so, the error specification command received is used. Performs processing for executing the corresponding error notification effect, and processing for ending the error notification effect corresponding to the received error release specification command.

The sub CPU 130a performs an output control process in step E900. In this output control process, the sub CPU 130a outputs a signal such as predetermined data, or transmits various commands stored in the transmission buffer of the sub RAM 130c to the display / voice control unit 140 and the lamp / drive control unit 150. Perform processing such as.

In step E950, the sub CPU 130a returns the information saved in step E100 to the register of the sub CPU 130a, and ends the timer interrupt process this time.

(Icon change effect processing of the effect control unit 130 m)
The icon change effect determination process of the effect control unit 130 m will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 12 is a flowchart showing an icon change effect determination process in the effect control unit 130 m.

In step E510, the sub CPU 130a performs an icon change effect determination process for determining whether or not to execute the icon change effect. The details will be described later with reference to FIG.

In step E520, the sub CPU 130a performs an icon display mode update process for updating (changing) the display mode of the icon (hold icon and the variable icon), and ends the current icon change effect processing. The details will be described later with reference to FIG.

(Icon change effect determination process of effect control unit 130 m)
The icon change effect determination process of the effect control unit 130 m will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 13 is a flowchart showing an icon change effect determination process in the effect control unit 130 m.

In step E510-1, the sub CPU 130a determines whether or not the start opening winning designation command has been received. In this process, when the sub CPU 130a determines that the start opening winning designation command has been received (step E510-1: Yes), the process shifts to step E510-2. On the other hand, when it is determined that the start opening winning designation command has not been received (step E510-1: No), the icon change effect determination process this time is terminated.

The sub CPU 130a refers to the received start opening winning designation command in step E510-2. Specifically, the sub CPU 130a analyzes the received start opening winning designation command, and grasps the winning / winning of the jackpot, the type of the jackpot, and the effect content (planned fluctuation pattern).

In step E510-3, the sub CPU 130a determines whether or not the present is the feasible period of the icon change effect. Specifically, the sub CPU 130a determines that the jackpot game is not being executed, the icon change effect is not being executed, or the icon change effect is not scheduled to be executed, and the execution period is set. It should be noted that one of the above three conditions or only two conditions may be provided. Further, the conditions may be different from the above three conditions. In this process, when the sub CPU 130a determines that it is the feasible period of the icon change effect (step E510-3: Yes), the sub CPU 130a shifts the process to step E510-4. On the other hand, when it is determined that the icon change effect cannot be executed (step E510-3: No), the icon change effect determination process this time is terminated.

In step E510-4, the sub CPU 130a has all the pre-determination results of the advance hold (hold memory corresponding to the start opening winning designation command received earlier) equal to or less than the normal reach, that is, all the advance determination results of the advance hold are normally changed. Judge whether it is shortened fluctuation or normal reach. In this process, when the sub CPU 130a determines that all of them are normal variation, shortened variation, or normal reach (step E510-4: Yes), the process is transferred to step E510-5. On the other hand, when it is determined that all the fluctuations are normal fluctuations, shortened fluctuations, or non-normal reach (step E510-4: No), the process is transferred to step E510-8.

In step E510-5, the sub CPU 130a acquires an icon display mode determining random number value for determining the final display mode of the icon displayed on the first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal display), and in step E510-6. , Select the icon final display mode determination table (see FIG. 14) for determining the icon final display mode. The details of the icon final display mode determination table will be described later.

The sub CPU 130a determines the icon final display mode in step E510-7. Specifically, the sub CPU 130a refers to the icon final display mode determination table shown in FIG. 14, and is among a plurality of icon final display modes based on the start opening winning designation command and the icon display mode determination random value. The final display mode of one icon is determined from.

In step E510-8, the sub CPU 130a determines a normal icon (CD icon), which is a normal display mode, as the icon final display mode.

In step E510-9, the sub CPU 130a determines whether or not the determined icon final display mode is the display mode (special icon) for executing the icon change effect. In this process, the sub CPU 130a shifts the process to step E510-10 when the display mode is such that the icon change effect is executed (step E510-9: Yes). On the other hand, if the display mode is not such that the icon change effect is executed (step E510-9: No), the process is transferred to step E510-13.

In step E510-10, the sub CPU 130a selects a change scenario determination table (see FIG. 15) for determining a change scenario of the icon change effect. The details of the change scenario determination table will be described later. This change scenario shows the transition of the display mode from the appearance of the hold icon to the disappearance of the hold icon.

In step E510-11, the sub CPU 130a determines the change scenario and sets it in the look-ahead information storage area corresponding to the hold storage number counter of the sub RAM 130c. Specifically, the sub CPU 130a refers to the change scenario determination table shown in FIG. 15 and determines one change scenario from the plurality of change scenarios based on the icon final display mode and the selection rate.

In step E510-12, the sub CPU 130a identifies the winning icon, which is the icon display mode first displayed on the first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal display) from the determined change scenario, and the icon of the winning icon. The display command is set in the transmission buffer, and the icon change effect determination process this time is completed. As a result, the icon display command is transmitted to the display / voice control unit 140 and the lamp / drive control unit 150 in the output control process of step E900, and the hold icon of the display mode corresponding to the icon display command of the winning icon is the first. It will be displayed on the image display device 70 (main liquid crystal) or a predetermined sound effect will be output.

In step E510-13, the sub CPU 130a determines a non-change scenario in which the icon change effect is not executed, and sets it in the look-ahead information storage area corresponding to the hold storage number counter of the sub RAM 130c.

In step E510-14, the sub CPU 130a sets the icon display command of the normal icon in the transmission buffer, and ends the icon change effect determination process this time. As a result, the display data is transmitted to the display / sound control unit 140 and the lamp / drive control unit 150 in the output control process of step E900, and the hold icon of the display mode corresponding to the icon display command of the normal icon is the first image. It will be displayed on the display device 70 (main liquid crystal display) or a predetermined sound effect will be output.

In the icon change effect determination process of the present embodiment, the icon change effect (hold icon change effect, the variable icon change effect) is executed when all the prior determination results of the advance hold are equal to or less than the normal reach. However, the icon change effect may be executed when the advance determination result of the advance hold does not perform the reach effect, and the icon change effect may not be executed when the reach effect is performed. In this way, the display mode of the hold icon does not change during the variable effect corresponding to the advance hold in which the reach effect is executed, and the hold icon is held during the variable effect corresponding to the advance hold in which the reach effect is not executed. The display mode of the above is changed, the reach effect is not hindered by the icon change effect, and the fun of the game can be improved.

Further, even if the pre-judgment result of the advance hold includes the one that performs the reach effect, the icon change effect may be executed, but the pre-determination result of the advance hold includes the one that performs the reach effect. The icon change effect may be more easily executed (executed at a higher rate) when there is no icon change effect than when the reach effect is included.

(Icon final display mode determination table)
FIG. 14 is a diagram showing an icon final display mode determination table that is referred to when determining the icon final display mode.

The icon final display mode determination table is associated with the type of the start opening winning designation command, the random value for determining the icon display mode, and the selected icon final display mode, and the selection rate (%) shown in FIG. A random number value for determining the icon display mode is assigned so as to be.

The final display mode of the icon includes a CD icon as a normal icon, a blue character icon as a special icon suggesting that there is a possibility of becoming a big hit (a big hit game is executed), a red character icon, and a rainbow character. The icon is set.

The jackpot winning expectation for the special icon is higher in the order of (CD icon <) blue character icon <red character icon <rainbow character icon, and the rainbow character icon is an icon that is confirmed to be a jackpot. ..

Here, as a main feature of the icon final display mode determination table shown in FIG. 14, the selection rate of the icon final display mode is different depending on the effect content.

Specifically, in the present embodiment, when the production content is specific start winning information indicating that the production content is SP reach or SPSP reach, the production content is a normal variation, a shortened variation, or a normal reach that does not reach the reach. Character icons are selected at a higher rate than in the case of the normal start winning information shown.

In the icon final display mode determination table shown in FIG. 14, the CD icon is not selected as the icon final display mode when it is a big hit, but it may be selected.

(Change scenario determination table)
FIG. 15 is a diagram showing a change scenario determination table that is referred to when determining a change scenario.

The change scenario determination table is associated with the final display mode of the icon, the number of special symbols held corresponding to the start opening prize designation command, the selection rate (%) of each scenario, and the type of change scenario to be selected. For reference, the preliminary fluctuations in each change scenario and the update mode in the fluctuations are described.

Here, the "preliminary variation" is a variation display (variation effect) executed based on the special figure determination information stored before the special figure determination information corresponding to the newly received start opening winning designation command. That is, the "variation" is a variation display (variation effect) executed based on the special figure determination information corresponding to the newly received start opening winning designation command.

In the change scenario, the display mode of the icon does not change during the execution of the prior change (the hold icon change effect is not executed), but changes during the execution of the change (the change icon change effect is executed). ) The scenario (for example, scenario 01, etc.) and the display mode of the icon change during the execution of the prior change (hold icon change effect is executed), but do not change during the execution of the change (the change icon change). The scenario (for example, scenario 02, etc.) in which the effect is not executed, and the display mode of the icon changes during the execution of the pre-variation and the execution of the change (the hold icon change effect and the change icon change effect). A scenario (for example, scenario 15 or the like) to be executed is set.

In the change scenario determination table of the present embodiment, a scenario for changing the display mode of the icon is determined regardless of whether or not the reach effect (a reach other than the normal reach) is executed in the prior variation. However, the display mode of the icon is changed by the change scenario determination table with the judgment factor as to whether or not the reach effect that suggests that the jackpot game may be executed in the advance fluctuation is executed. You may decide the scenario to be made. When such a change scenario determination table is used, the display mode of the icon does not change during the execution of the pre-variation in which the reach effect is executed, and the reach effect is not executed. It is advisable to set various scenarios so that the display mode changes. In addition, the icon display mode changes during the execution of the pre-variation in which the reach effect is executed and the pre-variation in which the reach effect is not executed. Various scenarios may be set so that the display mode of the icon changes at a higher rate during the execution of the pre-variation in which is not executed.

(Icon display mode update process for the production control unit 130m)
The icon display mode update process of the effect control unit 130 m will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 16 is a flowchart showing an icon display mode update process in the effect control unit 130 m.

In step E520-1, the sub CPU 130a determines whether or not the variation pattern designation command has been received. In this process, when the sub CPU 130a determines that the variation pattern designation command has been received (step E520-1: Yes), the sub CPU 130a shifts the process to step E520-2. On the other hand, when it is determined that the variation pattern designation command has not been received (step E520-1: No), the icon display mode update process this time is terminated.

In step E520-2, the sub CPU 130a refers to the icon change scenario stored in the look-ahead information storage area of the sub RAM 130c. Specifically, the sub CPU 130a grasps the existence of an icon that is a scenario for changing the display mode during the variation effect to be executed from now on.

In step E520-3, the sub CPU 130a determines whether or not there is a hold icon that changes (updates) the display mode. In this process, when the sub CPU 130a determines that there is a hold icon that changes the display mode (step E520-3: Yes), the sub CPU 130a shifts the process to step E520-4. On the other hand, when it is determined that there is no hold icon for changing the display mode (step E520-3: No), the process is transferred to step E520-7.

In step E520-4, the sub CPU 130a selects a change pattern determination table (see FIG. 17) for the hold icon for determining the change pattern (change mode) of the display mode of the hold icon to be changed. The details of the change pattern determination table for the hold icon will be described later.

The sub CPU 130a determines the hold icon change pattern in step E520-5. Specifically, the sub CPU 130a refers to the change pattern determination table for the hold icon shown in FIG. 17, and has a plurality of hold icons based on the mode of change of the hold icon in the current variation effect and the selection rate (%). One hold icon change pattern is determined from the change patterns.

In step E520-6, the sub CPU 130a sets the change effect command according to the determined hold icon change pattern in the transmission buffer. As a result, the display data is transmitted to the display / voice control unit 140 and the lamp / drive control unit 150 in the output control process of step E900, and according to the change timing according to the hold icon change pattern and the change stage in the change timing. Therefore, the display mode of the hold icon displayed on the first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal display) is changed, or a predetermined sound effect is output.

In step E520-7, the sub CPU 130a determines whether or not there is the variable icon that changes (updates) the display mode. In this process, when the sub CPU 130a determines that there is the variable icon that changes the display mode (step E520-7: Yes), the sub CPU 130a shifts the process to step E520-8. On the other hand, when it is determined that there is the variable icon that changes the display mode (step E520-7: No), the current icon display mode update process is terminated.

In step E520-8, the sub CPU 130a changes this time from among a plurality of change pattern determination tables for the variable icon for determining the change pattern (change mode) of the display mode of the variable icon to be changed. A change pattern determination table (see FIGS. 18 and 19) for the change icon according to the change stage in which the change icon changes in the effect is selected. The details of the change pattern determination table for the change icon according to the change stage will be described later.

The sub CPU 130a determines the variation icon change pattern in step E520-9. Specifically, the sub CPU 130a refers to the change pattern determination table for the change icon shown in FIG. 18 or FIG. 19, and determines the mode of the change icon change and the selectivity (%) in the current change effect. Based on this, one variation icon change pattern is determined from the plurality of variation icon change patterns.

In step E520-10, the sub CPU 130a sets a change effect command corresponding to the determined variable icon change pattern in the transmission buffer, and ends the current icon display mode update process. As a result, the display data is transmitted to the display / voice control unit 140 and the lamp / drive control unit 150 in the output control process of step E900, and the change timing according to the change icon change pattern and the change stage in the change timing are set. Correspondingly, the display mode of the variable icon displayed on the first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal) is changed, or a predetermined sound effect is output.

(Change pattern determination table for hold icon)
FIG. 17 is a diagram showing a change pattern determination table for the hold icon that is referred to when determining the change pattern for the hold icon.

The change pattern determination table for the hold icon is associated with the mode of change of the hold icon in the current variation effect, the selection rate (%) of each hold icon change pattern, and the type of the selected hold icon change pattern. As a reference, the timing of occurrence of the change effect of the hold icon in each hold icon change pattern and the change stage are described.

The hold icon change pattern is a normal change pattern in which the display mode of the hold icon changes with the output of a sound effect (at the start of change) when the hold icon is shifted and displayed according to the disappearance of the change icon. 01, a normal change pattern 02 in which the display mode of the hold icon changes during fluctuation with the output of a sound effect, and an action effect acting on the fluctuation icon starting from the character as the character appears are performed to perform the fluctuation. The character action change pattern 01 that changes the display mode of the icon and the change notification symbol (special symbol) indicating that the display mode of the icon changes as a result of the variation effect are temporarily stopped and held from the change notification symbol as the starting point. A symbol action change pattern 01 is set in which an action effect acting on the icon is performed to change the display mode of the hold icon.

The timing of the change effect of the hold icon is classified in relation to the progress state of the change effect, and the effect symbol is when the change effect is started (at the start of the change), when the change effect is being executed (during change), and when the change effect is being executed (during change). There is a time when the 70a is temporarily stopped ((temporarily) stopped).

At the change stage of the hold icon, 1UP (for example, change from CD icon to blue character icon, change from blue character icon to red character icon) that changes the jackpot winning expectation to the display mode one step higher, and jackpot A 2UP (for example, a change from a CD icon to a red character icon) is set to change the winning expectation to a display mode that is two levels higher.

The timing of the change effect of the hold icon is the above three timings, but the timing is not limited to these timings, and other timings may be provided. For example, it may be provided that the variable effect is being executed (during fluctuation) until the reach is established, the normal reach is being executed, the SP (SPSP) reach is being executed, and the like.

(Change pattern determination table for the variable icon)
18 and 19 are diagrams showing a change pattern determination table for the variation icon referred to when determining the change pattern of the variation icon, and FIG. 18 shows a display mode of the variation icon 1. It is a table referred to when the step is changed, and FIG. 19 is a table referred to when the display mode of the variable icon is changed by two steps.

In the change pattern determination table for the change icon, the mode of the change icon change in the current change effect, the selection rate (%) of each change icon change pattern, and the type of the change icon change pattern to be selected are displayed. It is associated with each other, and for reference, the timing of occurrence of the change effect of the variable icon in each variable icon change pattern and the change stage are described.

The variable icon change pattern includes a normal change pattern 01 in which the display mode of the hold icon changes at the start of the change with the output of the sound effect, and a display mode of the hold icon changes during the change with the output of the sound effect. A normal change pattern 02 and a character action change pattern 01 that changes the display mode of the variable icon by performing an action effect that acts on the variable icon starting from the character as the character appears are set.

The change effect occurrence timing of the variable icon is classified in relation to the progress state of the variable effect, and the effect is when the variable effect is started (at the time of the variable start) and when the variable effect is being executed (during the change). There is a time when the symbol 70a is temporarily stopped ((temporarily) stopped).

At the change stage of the variable icon, 1 UP (for example, change from CD icon to blue character icon, change from blue character icon to red character icon), which changes the jackpot winning expectation to the display mode one step higher, and 2UP (for example, change from CD icon to red character icon, change from blue character icon to rainbow character icon) is set to change the jackpot winning expectation to a display mode two levels higher.

In the change pattern determination table for the variable icon of the present embodiment, the symbol action change pattern 01 is not selected, but it may be possible to select it. For example, in the variation effect in which the pseudo continuous effect is performed, the change notification symbol may be temporarily stopped and displayed when the effect symbol 70a is temporarily stopped before the pseudo variation is performed.

The pseudo-continuous production is once to make it appear as if the variable display of the production symbols was executed multiple times for the jackpot judgment based on the winning (ball winning) to the starting ports 45 and 47 once. One or more re-variation displays that start fluctuation again after all the production symbols 70a are temporarily stopped within the special symbol fluctuation time determined for winning (ball winning) at the starting ports 45 and 47. It is a variable display of the effect symbol in a special mode that is executed once.

The timing of the change effect of the variable icon is the above two timings, but the timing is not limited to these timings, and other timings may be provided. For example, it may be provided that the variable effect is being executed (during fluctuation) until the reach is established, the normal reach is being executed, the SP (SPSP) reach is being executed, and the like.

(Relationship between hold icon display mode and change effect occurrence frequency)
FIG. 20A is a diagram showing the relationship between the change effect occurrence frequency and the hold icon display mode and the change effect occurrence timing.

When the display mode of the hold icon changes to the blue character icon, the frame update timing according to the reception of the predetermined command (start opening prize designation command, special symbol memory designation command, fluctuation pattern designation command) is the predetermined command ( The frequency of change effects is higher than the predetermined frame update timing after receiving the variation pattern specification command, game state specification command, effect symbol specification command, and special symbol memory specification command).

When the display mode of the hold icon changes to the blue character icon, the predetermined frame update timing after receiving a predetermined command (variation pattern specification command, game state specification command, effect symbol specification command, special symbol memory specification command). The frequency of change effects is lower than that of the frame update timing in response to the reception of predetermined commands (starting port winning designation command, special symbol memory designation command, fluctuation pattern designation command).

That is, a predetermined command rather than a case where the icon change effect is executed at a predetermined frame update timing after receiving a predetermined command (variation pattern specification command, game state specification command, effect symbol specification command, special symbol memory specification command). When the icon change effect is executed at the frame update timing according to the reception of (start opening prize designation command, special symbol memory designation command, fluctuation pattern designation command), the display mode of the hold icon changes to the blue character icon. It can be said that it is easier.

On the other hand, when the display mode of the hold icon changes to the red character icon, the predetermined frame update timing after receiving the predetermined commands (variation pattern specification command, game state specification command, effect symbol specification command, special symbol memory specification command). The frequency of change effects is higher than that of the frame update timing in response to the reception of predetermined commands (starting port winning designation command, special symbol memory designation command, fluctuation pattern designation command).

In addition, when the display mode of the hold icon changes to the red character icon, the frame update timing according to the reception of a predetermined command (start opening prize designation command, special symbol memory designation command, variation pattern designation command) is more predetermined. The frequency of change effects is lower than the predetermined frame update timing after receiving commands (variable pattern specification command, game state specification command, effect symbol specification command, special symbol memory specification command).

That is, a predetermined command (variation pattern specification command) rather than a case where the icon change effect is executed at the frame update timing corresponding to the reception of the predetermined command (start opening prize designation command, special symbol memory specification command, variation pattern specification command). , Game state specification command, effect symbol specification command, special symbol memory specification command), the display mode of the hold icon changes to the red character icon when the icon change effect is executed at the predetermined frame update timing after reception. It can be said that it is easier.

Specifically, the change effect that occurs at the frame update timing in response to the reception of a predetermined command (starting port winning designation command, special symbol memory designation command, variation pattern designation command) is a game ball at the starting openings 45 and 47. It is a change effect (change effect at the time of winning) in which the hold icon is displayed as a special icon at the timing when the prize is won and the hold icon is displayed, and the normal change pattern 01.
In addition, the change effect that occurs at the predetermined frame update timing after receiving the predetermined command (variation pattern specification command, game state specification command, effect symbol specification command, special symbol memory specification command) is the normal change pattern 02, the character. It is an action change pattern 01 and a symbol action change pattern 01.

Since the relationship between the hold icon display mode and the change effect occurrence frequency between the change effect occurrence frequency is as described above, the predetermined commands (variation pattern specification command, game state specification command, effect symbol specification command) , The predetermined frame update timing after receiving the special symbol memory designation command) is higher than the frame update timing corresponding to the reception of the predetermined command (start opening prize designation command, special symbol memory designation command, variation pattern designation command). Since the frequency of the change effect that changes to the red character icon, which is highly expected to win the jackpot, is high, the player can be made to pay attention to the timing of the change effect occurrence, and the interest of the game can be improved.

In addition, the frame update timing according to the reception of a predetermined command (starting port winning designation command, special symbol memory designation command, variation pattern specification command) is a predetermined command (variation pattern specification command, game state specification command, effect symbol). Since the frequency of change effects that change to the blue character icon is higher than the specified frame update timing after receiving the specified command and special symbol memory specification command), the red character with high expectation of winning a big hit at an early stage of the change effect. Although it is difficult to change to an icon, it is easy to change to a blue character icon, so that the player can pay attention to the subsequent fluctuation effect, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

(Relationship between change effect type and change effect occurrence timing 1)
FIG. 20B is a diagram showing the relationship 1 of the change effect occurrence frequency between the change effect type and the change effect occurrence timing.

If a change effect occurs at the frame update timing according to the reception of a predetermined command (start opening prize designation command, special symbol memory specification command, fluctuation pattern specification command), the hold icon change effect is better than the change icon change effect. However, the frequency of change effects is high.

In addition, when a change effect occurs at the frame update timing according to the reception of a predetermined command (start opening prize designation command, special symbol memory designation command, variation pattern specification command), the change icon change effect is the hold icon change. The frequency of change production is lower than that of production.

Since the relationship between the change effect type and the change effect occurrence frequency is as described above, the hold icon is likely to change at an early stage of the change effect. It is possible to pull the expectation of the jackpot game of the person for a long period of time, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

(Relationship between change effect type and change effect occurrence timing 2)
FIG. 20C is a diagram showing the relationship 2 between the change effect type and the change effect occurrence timing and the change effect occurrence frequency 2.

When a change effect occurs at a predetermined frame update timing after receiving a predetermined command (variation pattern specification command, game state specification command, effect symbol specification command, special symbol memory specification command), the change icon change effect is used. The frequency of change effects is higher than that of hold icon change effects.

In addition, when a change effect occurs at a predetermined frame update timing after receiving a predetermined command (variation pattern specification command, game state specification command, effect symbol specification command, special symbol memory specification command), the hold icon change effect is used. However, the frequency of change effects is lower than that of the change icon change effect.

Since the relationship between the change effect type and the change effect occurrence frequency is as described above, the change icon is likely to change at a later time of the change effect. It is possible to improve the interest of the game by pulling the player's expectation for the jackpot game until the late period of the variable production.

(Relationship between icon display mode and notification sound when icon is generated (changed))
FIG. 20D is a diagram showing the relationship between the icon display mode and the notification sound when the icon is generated (changed).

When the CD icon is generated as the hold icon, the first generation notification sound is output as the notification sound when the icon is generated, and when the hold icon and the blue character icon are generated as the variable icon (when changed to) , The second occurrence (change) notification sound is output as the notification sound when the icon is generated (change), and when the hold icon and the red character icon are generated (changed to) as the variable icon, the icon is generated (when it changes to). The third generation (change) notification sound is output as the notification sound at the time of change), and when the icon changes to the rainbow character icon, the fourth change notification sound is output as the notification sound when the icon changes. It is set.

In the present embodiment, different notification sounds are set for each of the plurality of icon display modes (4 types), but the generated notification sound when the CD icon is generated, the blue character icon, and the red character icon. , And a change notification sound when the icon changes to a rainbow character icon, or when a CD icon is generated, the notification sound is not output, and only when the icon changes to any mode, the notification sound is output. You may output it. Further, for the rainbow character icon that is confirmed to be a big hit, a dedicated change notification sound may be provided to make three types.

(Main processing of the overall control unit 141)
The main process of the integrated control unit 141 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 21 is a flowchart showing the main processing of the integrated control unit 141.

When the power supply voltage is supplied from the power supply board 160, a system reset occurs in the control CPU 141a, and the control CPU 141a performs the following main processing.

First, the integrated CPU 141a sets interrupt prohibition that prohibits timer interrupt in step T1, and performs initialization processing in step T2. In this process, the control CPU 141a reads the main processing program from the control ROM 141b, initializes the flags and the like stored in the control RAM 141c, and performs processing such as initial setting.

In step T3, the general CPU 141a sets interrupt permission for permitting timer interruption, and in step T4, determines whether or not a drawing completion signal is received from the image control unit 145 (VDP), and receives the interrupt signal. If not (step T4: No), the process is transferred to step T6, and if it is received (step T4: Yes), a drawing completion flag indicating that the drawing completion signal has been received is set in step T5. do.

In step T6, the control CPU 141a determines whether or not the effect instruction command is received from the effect control unit 130 m with reference to the receive buffer of the control RAM 141c, and if not (step T6: No), the control CPU 141a determines whether or not the effect command command is received. When the process is transferred to step T9 and the process is received (step T6: Yes), the animation pattern setting process of determining and setting the animation pattern from the type of animation group corresponding to the received production instruction command in step T7. I do.

Examples of the effect instruction command include a customer waiting effect command, an icon display command, a change effect command, a variable effect pattern command, a symbol stop pattern command, an opening effect pattern command, a round effect pattern command, and an ending effect pattern command.

The animation group is the type of object that constitutes the production image, the scene (timing) and weight frame (display time) at which the production image is displayed, the target data (sprite image identification number, transfer source address, etc.), One or more animation patterns that are information that specifies (designates) parameters (display position of sprite image, transfer destination address, etc.), drawing method, information that specifies the image display device that displays the production image, etc. are bundled. It is a group formed by being done.

The types of animation groups include, for example, an effect symbol group for displaying the animation of the effect symbol 70a, an icon group for displaying the hold icon and the animation of the variable icon, and an animation of the variable effect such as a background and a character. Examples include a variable effect group for displaying a notice effect group for displaying an animation such as a notice, a special game effect group for displaying an animation of a special game effect, and the like.

In step T8, the general CPU 141a performs a sound setting process of determining and setting a sound pattern from a type of sound group corresponding to the received effect instruction command, and in step T9, updates the effect image to be displayed on the image display device. It is determined whether or not there is a frame switching flag indicating that it is the frame update timing (drawing a new effect image), and if there is no frame switching flag (step T9: No), processing is performed in step T4. If there is a frame switching flag (step T9: Yes), the frame switching flag is cleared in step T10.

In step T11, the general CPU 141a generates a sound list composed of sound control command groups, and performs sound list generation / output processing for outputting the generated sound list to the voice control unit 148.

Here, the sound list is audio output information for designating sounds (BGM, sound effects, etc.) such as audio data and music data to be output from the audio output device 9, and is used when outputting a new sound. It is generated based on the drawing frame.

In step T12, the control CPU 141a performs a sound output command process for instructing the voice control unit 148 to output a sound based on the sound list output. By performing this sound output command processing, the voice control unit 148 outputs a sound based on the sound list from the voice output device 9.

Since the processing after step T9 is a processing performed by receiving the V blank signal, various sounds are synchronized (synchronized) with the frame update timing by the image control unit 145 (VDP) from the audio output device 9. Is started, and the output from the audio output device 9 is terminated so as to synchronize (synchronize) with the frame update timing.

The audio output device 9 starts outputting various sounds so as to synchronize (synchronize) with the frame update timing, but the audio output device 9 outputs various sounds so as not to synchronize (synchronize) with the frame update timing. May be stopped and vice versa.

In step T13, the general CPU 141a determines whether or not there is a drawing completion flag, and if there is no drawing completion flag (step T13: No), the process is transferred to step T4, and if there is a drawing completion flag (step). In T13: Yes), the process is transferred to step T14, and the drawing completion flag is cleared in step T14.

In step T15, the control CPU 141a performs frame buffer switching command processing. Specifically, the image control unit 145 (VDP) is instructed to switch between the first frame buffer area and the second frame buffer area of the VRAM 147, and the scene switching counter is updated by a predetermined number (for example, "1" is added). do.

As a result, the first frame buffer area and the second frame buffer area are alternately switched between the "drawing frame buffer" and the "display frame buffer" each time the V blank signal and the drawing completion signal are received. Become.

In step T16, the control CPU 141a performs a display list generation / output process of generating a display list composed of drawing control command groups and outputting the generated display list to the image control unit 145 (VDP).

Here, the display list is image shaping information for molding an effect image to be displayed on the first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal display) and the second image display device 71 (sub liquid crystal display), and is one unit. Alternatively, it is generated for each frame of a plurality of units (frame update timing), and in the present embodiment, the display list is generated for each frame.

Specifically, since the animation scene information (address) is updated for each animation pattern set in the animation control process described later, a drawing control command is set for each set animation pattern according to the contents of the animation scene information. A display list for one frame corresponding to the current number of frames is generated. The drawing control commands are sequentially set from the animation pattern of the animation group having the lowest priority to the animation pattern of the animation group having the highest priority according to the priority (drawing order) set to the animation group to which each animation pattern belongs. However, the reverse is also possible.

In step T17, the control CPU 141a performs a drawing command process for instructing the image control unit 145 (VDP) to draw an effect image based on the output list. By performing this drawing command processing, the image control unit 145 (VDP) draws the effect image based on the display list in the drawing frame buffer, and draws the effect image drawn in the display frame buffer into the first image display device. A process of displaying on the 70 (main liquid crystal) and the second image display device 71 (sub liquid crystal) is performed.

In step T18, the general CPU 141a performs an animation control process for updating the animation scene information (address) for each set animation pattern in preparation for creating a display list for the next frame, and then performs the process in step T4. After that, the processes from step T4 to step T18 are repeated so as to loop.

(Command reception interrupt processing of the overall control unit 141)
The command reception interrupt process of the overall control unit 141 will be described with reference to FIG. 22. FIG. 22 is a flowchart showing a command reception interrupt process of the overall control unit 141, and the command reception interrupt process is executed by receiving an effect instruction command transmitted from the effect control unit 130 m.

In step T20, the control CPU 141a performs a command reception process for receiving the effect instruction command transmitted from the effect control unit 130 m. Specifically, a process of storing the effect instruction command transmitted from the effect control unit 130 m in the reception buffer of the control RAM 141c is performed. When this process is completed, the command reception interrupt process this time is completed.

(V blank interrupt processing of the overall control unit 141)
The V blank interrupt process of the overall control unit 141 will be described with reference to FIG. 23. FIG. 23 is a flowchart showing the V-blank interrupt processing of the general control unit 141, and the V-blank interrupt processing ends the display of the effect image for one frame from the image control unit 145 (VDP) (1/30). It is executed every time a V blank signal transmitted every second (second = about 33 ms) is received (1/30 second = about 33 ms). The V blank signal is a signal transmitted every time 30 fps (1/30 second = about 33 ms) elapses, even if the image control unit 145 (VDP) causes a processing omission and drawing is not completed. ..

In step T30, the control CPU 141a outputs a clear signal to the WDT 142. When the WDT 142 detects the input of the clear signal, it clears the count of the monitoring timer of the WDT 142 and starts counting again.

As described above, as long as the V blank signal is received, the monitoring timer of the WDT 142 does not count up, so that the integrated control unit 141 (integrated CPU 141a) is not forcibly reset.

In step T31, the control CPU 141a performs counter update processing for updating a predetermined number of frame counters (for example, adding “1”).

This makes it possible to grasp the current number of frames, so that various effects (the first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal display) and the second image display device 71 (sub liquid crystal display)) can be used at predetermined timings. Image display, audio output from the audio output device 9, light emission of each lighting device and light emitting device, etc.) can be executed.

In step T32, the general CPU 141a sets a frame switching flag indicating that it is the timing to switch the drawing (display) frame, and ends the current V blank interrupt processing.

(Timing chart of change effect at the time of winning)
24 and 25 are timing charts showing various timings when the display mode of the first hold icon is displayed (changed to) by the blue character icon when the game ball is won in the first start port 45.

The timing of T1 is the timing of the 280th frame after the start of the variation effect, and is the frame update timing in the middle of the normal variation period in which the normal variation of the effect symbol 70a is performed. At this timing, drawing of the image data b (background image, various variation effect images, various symbol images, various icon images, etc.) in the first frame buffer is started, and the image data a drawn in the second frame buffer The display on the image display device is started, and the normal variation effect display screen a is displayed on the image display device.

The timing of T2 is the timing in the middle of the 280th frame after the variation effect is started. At this timing, based on the fact that the game ball has won a prize in the first starting port 45, the starting port winning designation command and the first special symbol memory 1 designation command (special symbol memory designation command) are sent from the main control board 110 to the effect control unit. It is transmitted to 130m.

The timing of T3 is the timing of the 281st frame after the start of the variation effect, which is the frame update timing in the middle of the normal variation period. At this timing, it is decided to display the display mode of the first hold icon with the blue character icon at the time of winning, but the blue character icon is not displayed on the image display device, and the sound output device 9 gives the second generation notification sound. Output is not started either.

Further, at the timing of T3, drawing of image data c (background image, various variation effect images, various symbol images, various icon images, etc.) in the second frame buffer is started, and the image drawn in the first frame buffer. The display of the data b on the image display device is started, and the normal variation effect display screen b is displayed on the image display device.

The timing of T4 is the timing of the 282nd frame after the start of the variation effect, and is the frame update timing in the middle of the normal variation period. At this timing, drawing of the image data d (background image, various variation effect images, various symbol images, various icon images, etc.) in the first frame buffer is started, and the image data c drawn in the second frame buffer is The display on the image display device is started, the normal variation effect display screen c (blue character icon display) is displayed on the image display device, and the output of the second generation notification sound is started from the voice output device 9. ..

The timing of this T4 corresponds to the frame update timing in response to the reception of a predetermined command (start opening winning designation command, special symbol memory designation command).

The timing of T5 is the timing of the 283rd frame after the start of the variation effect, and is the frame update timing in the middle of the normal variation period. At this timing, drawing of the image data e (background image, various variation effect images, various symbol images, various icon images, etc.) in the second frame buffer is started, and the image data d drawn in the first frame buffer is The display on the image display device is started, the normal fluctuation effect display screen d (blue character icon display) is displayed on the image display device, and the output of the second generation notification sound from the voice output device 9 is continued. NS.

The timing of T6 is the timing of the 284th frame after the start of the variation effect, and is the frame update timing in the middle of the normal variation period. At this timing, drawing of the image data f (background image, various variation effect images, various symbol images, various icon images, etc.) in the first frame buffer is started, and the image data e drawn in the second frame buffer The display on the image display device is started, the normal fluctuation effect display screen d (blue character icon display) is displayed on the image display device, and the output of the second generation notification sound from the voice output device 9 is continued. NS.

The timing of T7 is the timing of the 296th frame after the start of the fluctuation effect, and is the frame update timing in the middle of the normal fluctuation period. At this timing, drawing of the image data h (background image, variation effect image, various symbol images, various icon images, etc.) in the first frame buffer is started, and the image of the image data g drawn in the second frame buffer is started. The display on the display device is started, the normal variation effect display screen g (blue character icon display) is displayed on the image display device, and the output of the second generation notification sound of the voice output device 9 is continued.

The timing of T8 is the timing of the 297th frame after the start of the fluctuation effect, which is the timing in the middle of the normal fluctuation period. At this timing, the output of the second generation notification sound that had been output for about 0.5 seconds (15 frames) is stopped. Further, the drawing of the image data i (background image, variation effect image, various symbol images, various icon images, etc.) in the second frame buffer is started, and the image display device of the image data h drawn in the first frame buffer is started. The display on the image is started, and the normal variation effect display screen h (blue character icon display) is displayed on the image display device.

The timing of T9 is the timing of the 298th frame after the start of the fluctuation effect, which is the timing in the middle of the normal fluctuation period. At this timing, the output of the second generation notification sound is stopped, and the drawing of the image data j (background image, variation effect image, various symbol images, various icon images, etc.) in the first frame buffer is started and the second The display of the image data i drawn in the frame buffer on the image display device is started, and the normal variation effect display screen i (blue character icon display) is displayed on the image display device.

In this way, the sound output device 9 starts outputting the second generation notification sound in accordance with (synchronously) the frame update timing in which the blue character icon is displayed on the first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal). Compared to the case where the frame update timing between the display of the blue character icon and the output of the second generation notification sound is different, it is possible to reduce the player's feeling of discomfort and improve the enjoyment of the game. It becomes possible to make it.

In addition, while the output of the second generation notification sound was started in accordance with the frame update timing when the blue character icon is displayed (synchronically), the blue character icon is deleted and the second generation notification sound is output. Since the frame update timing is different from the stop of, the output of the second generation notification sound can be stopped without being restricted by the timing of deleting the blue character icon, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game. It becomes.

(Example of production change at the time of winning)
FIG. 26 is a diagram showing an example of an effect in which the display mode of the first hold icon is displayed (changed to) by the blue character icon when the game ball is won in the first start port 45.

As shown in FIG. 26A, the effect symbol 70a is variablely displayed in a state where the first hold icon and the second hold icon are not displayed, that is, in a state where no hold memory is stored. Normally, a variable effect is executed.

Here, based on the fact that the game ball has won a prize in the first start port 45, a start port prize designation command is transmitted from the main control board 110 to the effect control unit 130 m, and the icon change effect determination process is executed, and as a change scenario. It is assumed that "scenario 02" (display mode of the first hold icon is displayed by a blue character icon at the time of winning) is determined.

In response to the winning of the game ball in the first starting port 45, the first holding icon (blue character icon) H11 is displayed on the first display unit 70B1 of the first holding icon display area 70B, and the audio output device 9 is displayed. The second generation notification sound is output for 0.5 seconds (see FIG. 26 (b)).

Then, as shown in FIG. 26C, stop display is performed in a combination (here, “234”) indicating that the effect symbol 70a that has been variablely displayed is lost, and the variable icon display area 70C is displayed. The displayed variable icon (CD icon) TH is deleted.

Next, as shown in FIG. 26 (d), the variable display of the effect symbol 70a is started, and the first hold icon (blue character icon) H11 of the first display unit 70B1 shifts to the variable icon display area 70C. Is displayed.

After that, while the effect symbol 70a of "2" is stopped and displayed (temporarily stopped display) in the left and right variable display areas of the effect symbol 70a that has been variablely displayed, the reach effect of variablely displaying the effect symbol 70a in the central variable display area. Is executed (see FIG. 26 (e)).

Then, as shown in FIG. 26 (f), when the effect symbol 70a of "3" is stopped and displayed in the central variation display area, the reach effect ends and the variation display ends. Here, since the variation display is completed, the variation icon (blue character icon) TH displayed in the variation icon display area 70C is deleted.

Although not shown, BGM, sound effects, and the like are output from the voice output device 9 during the fluctuation effect. The same applies to the following FIGS. 29, 32, 33, 36, and 37.

(Timing chart of normal change pattern 01)
27 and 28 show timings when the normal change pattern 01 is determined as the hold icon change pattern in the icon display mode update process and the display mode of the first hold icon is changed to the blue character icon. It is a chart.

The timing of T1 is the timing of the 600th frame after the start of the variation effect, and is the frame update timing in the middle of the symbol stop period in which the stop display of the effect symbol 70a is performed. At this timing, drawing of the image data b (background image, various stop effect images, various symbol images, various icon images, etc.) in the first frame buffer is started, and the image data a drawn in the second frame buffer The display on the image display device is started, and the stop effect display screen a is displayed on the image display device.

The timing of T2 is the timing in the middle of the 600th frame after the variation effect is started. At this timing, the fluctuation pattern designation command, the game state designation command, the effect symbol designation command, and the first special symbol memory 1 designation command (special symbol memory designation command) are transmitted from the main control board 110 to the effect control unit 130m.

The timing of T3 is the timing of the 601st frame after the start of the variation effect, and is the frame update timing in the middle of the symbol stop period. At this timing, it is decided to execute the normal change pattern 01 that changes the first hold icon to the blue character icon, but the blue character icon is not displayed on the image display device, and the second change from the sound output device 9 The output of the notification sound is not started either.

Further, at the timing of T3, drawing of image data c (background image, various variation effect images, various symbol images, various icon images, etc.) in the second frame buffer is started, and the image drawn in the first frame buffer. The display of the data b on the image display device is started, and the stop effect display screen b is displayed on the image display device.

The timing of T4 is the timing (the timing at which the variation effect is started), which is the first frame after the start of the next variation effect. At this timing, drawing of the image data d (background image, various variation effect images, various symbol images, various icon images, etc.) in the first frame buffer is started, and the image data c drawn in the second frame buffer is The display on the image display device is started, the normal variation effect display screen c (blue character icon display) is displayed on the image display device, and the output of the second change notification sound is started from the voice output device 9. ..

The timing of this T4 corresponds to the frame update timing in response to the reception of a predetermined command (variation pattern designation command, game state designation command, effect symbol designation command, special symbol memory designation command).

The timing of T5 is the timing of the second frame after the start of the variation effect, and is the frame update timing in the middle of the normal variation period. At this timing, drawing of the image data e (background image, various variation effect images, various symbol images, various icon images, etc.) in the second frame buffer is started, and the image data d drawn in the first frame buffer is The display on the image display device is started, the normal variation effect display screen d (blue character icon display) is displayed on the image display device, and the output of the second change notification sound of the voice output device 9 is continued. ..

The timing of T6 is the timing of the third frame after the start of the variation effect, and is the frame update timing in the middle of the normal variation period. At this timing, drawing of the image data f (background image, various variation effect images, various symbol images, various icon images, etc.) in the first frame buffer is started, and the image data e drawn in the second frame buffer The display on the image display device is started, the normal variation effect display screen d (blue character icon display) is displayed on the image display device, and the output of the second change notification sound of the voice output device 9 is continued. ..

The timing of T7 is the timing of the 15th frame after the start of the fluctuation effect, and is the frame update timing in the middle of the normal fluctuation period. At this timing, drawing of the image data h (background image, variation effect image, various symbol images, various icon images, etc.) in the first frame buffer is started, and the image of the image data g drawn in the second frame buffer is started. The display on the display device is started, the normal variation effect display screen g (blue character icon display) is displayed on the image display device, and the output of the second change notification sound of the voice output device 9 is continued.

The timing of T8 is the timing of the 16th frame after the start of the fluctuation effect, which is the timing in the middle of the normal fluctuation period. At this timing, the output of the second change notification sound that had been output for about 0.5 seconds (15 frames) is stopped, and the image data i (background image, variation effect image, various symbols) to the second frame buffer is stopped. Drawing of images (images, various icon images, etc.) is started, display of the image data h drawn in the first frame buffer on the image display device is started, and the normal variation effect display screen h (blue character) is displayed on the image display device. (Icon display) is displayed.

The timing of T9 is the timing of the 17th frame after the start of the fluctuation effect, which is the timing in the middle of the normal fluctuation period. At this timing, the output of the second change notification sound is stopped, and the drawing of the image data j (background image, variation effect image, various symbol images, various icon images, etc.) in the first frame buffer is started and the second The display of the image data i drawn in the frame buffer on the image display device is started, and the normal variation effect display screen i (blue character icon display) is displayed on the image display device.

In this way, the sound output device 9 starts outputting the second change notification sound in accordance with (synchronously) the frame update timing in which the blue character icon is displayed on the first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal). Compared to the case where the frame update timing between the display of the blue character icon and the output of the second change notification sound is different, it is possible to reduce the player's feeling of discomfort and improve the enjoyment of the game. It becomes possible to make it.

In addition, while the output of the second change notification sound was started in accordance with (synchronously) the frame update timing when the blue character icon is displayed, the blue character icon is deleted and the second change notification sound is output. Since the frame update timing is different from the stop of, the output of the second change notification sound can be stopped without being restricted by the timing of deleting the blue character icon, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game. It becomes.

(Example of production of normal change pattern 01)
FIG. 29 is a diagram showing an effect example when the display mode of the first hold icon is changed to the blue character icon (normal change pattern 01) at the start of fluctuation (shift).

As shown in FIG. 29A, when the first hold icons (CD icons) H11 and H12 are displayed on the first display unit 70B1 and the second display unit 70B2 of the first hold icon display area 70B. , It is assumed that the stop display of the effect symbol indicating the loss is performed.

Next, the variable display of the effect symbol 70a is started, and the first hold icons (CD icons) H11 and H12 displayed on the first display unit 70B1 and the second display unit 70B2 are the variable icon display areas. The shift display is displayed on the 70C and the first display unit 70B1 (see FIG. 29B).

Here, when the first hold icon (CD icon) H12 displayed on the second display unit 70B2 is shifted and displayed on the first display unit 70B1, the display mode is changed to a blue character icon. .. In addition, the CD icon is changed to the blue character icon, and the voice output device 9 outputs the second change notification sound for 0.5 seconds.

After that, a stop display is performed with a combination (here, "164") indicating that the effect symbol 70a that has been variablely displayed is lost, and the variable icon (CD icon) displayed in the variable icon display area 70C is displayed. ) TH is erased (see FIG. 29 (c)).

Next, the variable display of the effect symbol 70a is started, and the first hold icon (blue character icon) H11 of the first display unit 70B1 is shifted and displayed in the variable icon display area 70C (see FIG. 29 (d)). ).

After that, while the effect symbol 70a of "2" is stopped and displayed (temporarily stopped display) in the left and right variable display areas of the effect symbol 70a that has been variablely displayed, the reach effect of variablely displaying the effect symbol 70a in the central variable display area. Is executed (see FIG. 29 (e)).

Then, as shown in FIG. 29 (f), when the effect symbol 70a of "3" is stopped and displayed in the central variation display area, the reach effect ends and the variation display ends. Here, since the variation display is completed, the variation icon (blue character icon) TH displayed in the variation icon display area 70C is deleted.

(Timing chart of character action change pattern 01)
30 and 31 show various timings when the character action change pattern 01 is determined as the variable icon change pattern in the icon display mode update process and the display mode of the variable icon TH is changed to the red character icon. It is a timing chart shown.

The timing of T1 is the timing of the first frame after the start of the variation effect (the timing of the start of the variation effect), and is the frame update timing of the start of the normal variation period in which the normal variation of the effect symbol 70a is performed. .. At this timing, drawing of the image data b (background image, various variation effect images, various symbol images, various icon images, etc.) in the first frame buffer is started, and the image data a drawn in the second frame buffer The display on the image display device is started, and the normal variation effect display screen a is displayed on the image display device.

The timing of T2 is the timing of the 61st frame after the start of the variation effect, which is the frame update timing in the middle of the normal variation period. At this timing, the effect control unit 130m has decided to execute the character action change pattern 01 that changes the display mode of the variable icon TH to the red character icon, but the character or the like is not displayed on the image display device. The output of the third change notification sound from the voice output device 9 is also not started.

Further, at the timing of T2, drawing of image data d (background image, various variation effect images, various symbol images, various icon images, character images, etc.) in the second frame buffer is started, and is drawn in the first frame buffer. The display of the image data c that has been performed on the image display device is started, and the normal variation effect display screen c is displayed on the image display device.

The timing of T3 is the timing of the 62nd frame after the start of the variation effect, and is the frame update timing in the middle of the normal variation period. At this timing, drawing of image data e (background image, various variation effect images, various symbol images, various icon images, character images, etc.) in the first frame buffer is started, and the image drawn in the second frame buffer. The display of the data d on the image display device is started, and the image display device normally displays the variation effect display screen d (character display), but the output of the third change notification sound from the audio output device 9 is Not started.

The timing of T4 is the 63rd frame after the start of the variation effect, and is the frame update timing in the middle of the normal variation period. At this timing, drawing of the image data f (background image, various variation effect images, various symbol images, various icon images, character images, etc.) in the second frame buffer is started, and the image drawn in the first frame buffer. The display of the data e on the image display device is started, and the image display device normally displays the variation effect display screen e (character display), but the third change notification sound of the voice output device 9 is not output. Will continue.

The timing of T5 is the timing of the 64th frame after the start of the variation effect, and is the frame update timing in the middle of the normal variation period. At this timing, drawing of image data g (background image, various variation effect images, various symbol images, various icon images, character images, etc.) in the first frame buffer is started, and the image drawn in the second frame buffer. The display of the data f on the image display device is started, and the normal variation effect display screen f (character display) is displayed on the image display device, but the third change notification sound of the voice output device 9 is not output. Will continue.

The timing of T6 is the timing of the 91st frame after the start of the variation effect, which is the frame update timing in the middle of the normal variation period. At this timing, drawing of the image data h (background image, various variation effect images, various symbol images, various icon images, etc.) in the first frame buffer is started, and the image data g drawn in the second frame buffer The display on the image display device is started, and the normal variation effect display screen g (character display) is displayed on the image display device, but the non-output of the third change notification sound of the voice output device 9 is continued. NS.

The timing of T7 is the timing of the 92nd frame after the start of the variation effect, and is the frame update timing in the middle of the normal variation period. At this timing, drawing of the image data i (background image, various variation effect images, various symbol images, various icon images, etc.) in the second frame buffer is started, and the image data h drawn in the first frame buffer The display on the image display device is started, the normal variation effect display screen h (red character icon display) is displayed on the image display device, and the output of the third change notification sound is started from the voice output device 9. ..

The timing of this T7 corresponds to a predetermined frame update timing after receiving a predetermined command (variation pattern designation command, game state designation command, effect symbol designation command, special symbol memory designation command).
It should be noted that the timing at which the character at the timing of T3 is displayed, not the timing of T7, is the predetermined timing after receiving the predetermined command (variation pattern designation command, game state designation command, effect symbol designation command, special symbol memory designation command). It may be the frame update timing. That is, the change effect of the character action change pattern 01 may be started from the character display.

The timing of T8 is the timing of the 106th frame after the start of the variation effect, and is the frame update timing in the middle of the normal variation period. At this timing, the output of the third change notification sound of the voice output device 9 continues, and the image data j (background image, variation effect image, various symbol images, various icon images, etc.) is drawn in the first frame buffer. Is started, the display of the image data i drawn in the second frame buffer on the image display device is started, and the normal variation effect display screen i (red character icon display) is displayed on the image display device. Become.

The timing of T9 is the timing of the 107th frame after the start of the fluctuation effect, which is the timing in the middle of the normal fluctuation period. At this timing, the output of the third change notification sound that had been output for about 0.5 seconds (15 frames) is stopped, and the image data k (background image, variation effect image, various symbols) to the second frame buffer is stopped. Drawing of images (images, various icon images, etc.) is started, display of the image data j drawn in the first frame buffer on the image display device is started, and the image display device is displayed on the normal variable effect display screen j (red character). (Icon display) is displayed.

The timing of T10 is the timing of the 108th frame after the start of the fluctuation effect, which is the timing in the middle of the normal fluctuation period. At this timing, the output of the third change notification sound is stopped, and the drawing of the image data l (background image, variation effect image, various symbol images, various icon images, etc.) in the first frame buffer is started and the second The display of the image data k drawn in the frame buffer on the image display device is started, and the normal variation effect display screen k (red character icon display) is displayed on the image display device.

In this way, the sound output device 9 starts outputting the third change notification sound in accordance with (synchronously) the frame update timing in which the red character icon is displayed on the first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal). Compared to the case where the frame update timing between the display of the red character icon and the output of the third change notification sound is shifted, it is possible to reduce the player's feeling of discomfort and improve the enjoyment of the game. It becomes possible to make it.

In addition, while the output of the third change notification sound was started in accordance with (synchronously) the frame update timing when the red character icon is displayed, the red character icon is deleted and the third change notification sound is deleted. Since the frame update timing is different from the output stop, the output of the third change notification sound can be stopped without being restricted by the timing of deleting the red character icon, which can improve the fun of the game. It will be possible.

(Example of production of character action change pattern 01)
32 and 33 are diagrams showing an example of an effect when the display mode of the variation icon TH is changed to a red character icon during the variation effect (character action change pattern 01).

As shown in FIG. 32 (a), the effect symbol 70a is variablely displayed in a state where the first hold icon and the second hold icon are not displayed, that is, in a state where no hold memory is stored. The normal fluctuation effect to be made is executed.

After that, after the character C1 is displayed (see FIG. 32 (b)), the character C1 performs a throwing kiss operation to fly the heart H toward the variable icon (CD icon) TH (see FIG. 32 (c)). ).

Then, when the heart H hits the variable icon TH, as shown in FIG. 32 (d), the display mode of the variable icon TH changes from the CD icon to the red character icon, and the sound output device 9 changes to the third. The notification sound is output for 0.5 seconds.

After that, while the effect symbol 70a of "2" is stopped and displayed (temporarily stopped display) in the left and right variable display areas of the effect symbol 70a that has been variablely displayed, the reach effect of variablely displaying the effect symbol 70a in the central variable display area. Is executed (see FIG. 33 (a)).

Then, when the SP reach is developed, as shown in FIG. 33 (b), the production in which the ally character C2 and the enemy character C3 confront each other is started. When the SP reach is developed, the effect symbol 70a is reduced and displayed in the upper left, and the first hold icon display area 70B and the second hold icon display area 70D are erased.

After that, when the ally character C2 defeats the enemy character C3, it suggests that it is a big hit, and the variable display of the effect symbol 70a is stopped and displayed with a combination (here, "222") indicating that it is a big hit. (See FIG. 33 (c)).

Then, as shown in FIG. 33 (d), the effect symbol 70a returns from the reduced display to the original size and is stopped and displayed at the center of the first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal display). Here, since the variation display is completed, the variation icon (red character icon) TH displayed in the variation icon display area 70C is deleted.

(Timing chart of symbol action change pattern 01)
34 and 35 show various timings when the symbol action change pattern 01 is determined as the hold icon change pattern in the icon display mode update process and the display mode of the first hold icon is changed to the red character icon. It is a timing chart.

The timing of T1 is the timing of the first frame after the start of the variation effect (the timing of the start of the variation effect), and is the frame update timing of the start of the normal variation period in which the normal variation of the effect symbol 70a is performed. .. At this timing, drawing of the image data b (background image, various variation effect images, various symbol images, various icon images, etc.) in the first frame buffer is started, and the image data a drawn in the second frame buffer The display on the image display device is started, and the normal variation effect display screen a is displayed on the image display device.

The timing of T2 is the timing of the 299th frame after the start of the variation effect, and is the frame update timing in the middle of the normal variation period. At this timing, it is decided to execute the character action change pattern 01 that changes the display mode of the first hold icon to the red character icon, but the image display device does not display the change symbol or the like, and the voice output device 9 The output of the third change notification sound is also not started.

Further, at the timing of T2, drawing of image data d (background image, various stop effect images, various symbol images, various icon images, change symbol images, etc.) in the second frame buffer is started, and drawing is performed in the first frame buffer. The display of the image data c that has been performed is started on the image display device, and the image display device is in a state in which the normal variation effect display screen c is displayed.

The timing of T3 is the timing of the 300th frame after the start of the variable effect, and is the frame update timing of the symbol temporary stop period in which the temporary stop display of the effect symbol 70a is performed. At this timing, drawing of image data e (background image, various stop effect images, various symbol images, various icon images, change symbol images, etc.) in the first frame buffer was started, and was drawn in the second frame buffer. The display of the image data d on the image display device is started, and the temporary stop effect display screen d (change symbol display) is displayed on the image display device. The output does not start.

The timing of T4 is the timing of the 301st frame after the start of the variation effect, and is the frame update timing in the middle of the symbol temporary stop period. At this timing, drawing of the image data f (background image, various stop effect images, various symbol images, various icon images, changing symbol images, etc.) in the second frame buffer was started, and was drawn in the first frame buffer. The display of the image data e on the image display device is started, and the temporary stop effect display screen e (change symbol display) is displayed on the image display device. Non-output continues.

The timing of T5 is the timing of the 302nd frame after the start of the variation effect, and is the frame update timing in the middle of the symbol temporary stop period. At this timing, drawing of image data g (background image, various stop effect images, various symbol images, various icon images, change symbol images, etc.) in the first frame buffer was started, and was drawn in the second frame buffer. The display of the image data f on the image display device is started, and the temporary stop effect display screen f (change symbol display) is displayed on the image display device. Non-output continues.

The timing of T6 is the timing of the 330th frame after the start of the variation effect, and is the frame update timing in the middle of the symbol temporary stop period. At this timing, drawing of the image data h (background image, various stop effect images, various symbol images, various icon images, changing symbol images, etc.) in the first frame buffer was started, and was drawn in the second frame buffer. The display of the image data g on the image display device is started, and the temporary stop effect display screen g (change symbol display) is displayed on the image display device. Non-output continues.

The timing of T7 is the timing of the 331st frame after the start of the variation effect, and is the frame update timing in the middle of the symbol temporary stop period. At this timing, drawing of image data i (background image, various stop effect images, various symbol images, various icon images, changing symbol images, etc.) in the second frame buffer was started, and was drawn in the first frame buffer. The display of the image data h on the image display device is started, the temporary stop effect display screen h (change symbol & red character icon display) is displayed on the image display device, and the sound output device 9 displays the third change notification. Sound output is started.

The timing of this T7 corresponds to a predetermined frame update timing after receiving a predetermined command (variation pattern designation command, game state designation command, effect symbol designation command, special symbol memory designation command).
It should be noted that the timing at which the change symbol of the timing of T3 is displayed instead of the timing of T7 is predetermined after receiving a predetermined command (variation pattern designation command, game state designation command, effect symbol designation command, special symbol memory designation command). It may be the frame update timing of. That is, the change effect of the symbol action change pattern 01 may be started from the display of the change symbol.

The timing of T8 is the timing of the 345th frame after the start of the variation effect, and is the frame update timing in the middle of the symbol temporary stop period. At this timing, drawing of image data j (background image, stop effect image, various symbol images, various icon images, change symbol image, etc.) in the first frame buffer is started, and the image drawn in the second frame buffer. The display of the data i on the image display device is started, the temporary stop effect display screen i (change symbol & red character icon display) is displayed on the image display device, and the third change notification sound of the voice output device 9 is displayed. Output continues.

The timing of T9 is the timing of the 346th frame after the start of the variation effect, and is the timing in the middle of the symbol temporary stop period. At this timing, the output of the third change notification sound that had been output for about 0.5 seconds (15 frames) is stopped, and the image data k (background image, stop effect image, various symbols) to the second frame buffer is stopped. Drawing of images, various icon images, change pattern images, etc.) is started, display of the image data j drawn in the first frame buffer on the image display device is started, and a temporary stop effect display screen is displayed on the image display device. j (change pattern & red character icon display) is displayed.

The timing of T10 is the timing of the 347th frame after the start of the variation effect, and is the timing in the middle of the symbol temporary stop period. At this timing, the output of the third change notification sound is stopped, and the drawing of the image data l (background image, variation effect image, various symbol images, various icon images, etc.) in the first frame buffer is started and the second The display of the image data k drawn in the frame buffer on the image display device is started, and the temporary stop effect display screen k (change symbol & red character icon display) is displayed on the image display device.

In this way, the sound output device 9 starts outputting the third change notification sound in accordance with (synchronously) the frame update timing in which the red character icon is displayed on the first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal). Compared to the case where the frame update timing between the display of the red character icon and the output of the third change notification sound is shifted, it is possible to reduce the player's feeling of discomfort and improve the enjoyment of the game. It becomes possible to make it.

In addition, while the output of the third change notification sound was started in accordance with (synchronously) the frame update timing when the red character icon is displayed, the red character icon is deleted and the third change notification sound is deleted. Since the frame update timing is different from the output stop, the output of the third change notification sound can be stopped without being restricted by the timing of deleting the red character icon, which can improve the fun of the game. It will be possible.

(Example of effect of pattern action change pattern 01)
36 and 37 are diagrams showing an effect example when the display mode of the hold icon is changed to the red character icon (design action change pattern 01) while the effect symbol 70a is stopped (temporarily stopped).

As shown in FIG. 36 (a), in a state where the first hold icon (CD icon) H11 is displayed on the first display unit 70B1 of the first hold icon display area 70B, the effect symbol 70a is varied and displayed. The production is being executed.

After that, while displaying the effect symbol 70a of "2" in the left fluctuation display area, "3" in the right fluctuation display area, and "change" in the center fluctuation display area (temporary stop display), the center fluctuation display An effect like a lightning bolt appears from the change symbol that is stopped and displayed (temporarily stopped) in the area toward the first hold icon (CD icon) H11 of the first display unit 70B1, and when it hits, it is shown in FIG. 35 (b). As described above, the display mode of the first hold icon H11 changes from the CD icon to the red character icon, and the sound output device 9 outputs the third change notification sound for 0.5 seconds.

Next, as shown in FIG. 36 (c), the variable display of the effect symbol 70a is started, and the first hold icon (red character icon) H11 of the first display unit 70B1 shifts to the variable icon display area 70C. Is displayed.

After that, while the effect symbol 70a of "2" is stopped and displayed (temporarily stopped display) in the left and right variable display areas of the effect symbol 70a that has been variablely displayed, the reach effect of variablely displaying the effect symbol 70a in the central variable display area. Is executed (see FIG. 37 (a)).

Then, when the SP reach is developed, as shown in FIG. 37 (b), the production in which the ally character C2 and the enemy character C3 confront each other is started. When the SP reach is developed, the effect symbol 70a is reduced and displayed in the upper left, and the first hold icon display area 70B and the second hold icon display area 70D are erased.

After that, when the ally character C2 defeats the enemy character C3, it suggests that it is a big hit, and the variable display of the effect symbol 70a is stopped and displayed with a combination (here, "222") indicating that it is a big hit. (See FIG. 37 (c)).

Then, as shown in FIG. 37 (d), the effect symbol 70a returns from the reduced display to the original size and is stopped and displayed at the center of the first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal display). Here, since the variation display is completed, the variation icon (red character icon) TH displayed in the variation icon display area 70C is deleted.

As described above, in the present embodiment, the effect control unit 130 m changes the effect at the frame update timing according to the reception of predetermined commands (starting port winning designation command, special symbol memory designation command, variation pattern designation command). And when the effect control unit 130m receives a predetermined command (variation pattern specification command, game state specification command, effect symbol specification command, special symbol memory specification command), a change effect is performed at a predetermined frame update timing. Since there are cases where it is executed, it is possible to improve the fun of the game by increasing the variation of the change production.

(Timing chart of normal change pattern 01 when processing omission occurs)
In FIGS. 38 and 39, the same scene as in FIGS. 27 and 28 (in the icon display mode update process, the normal change pattern 01 is determined as the hold icon change pattern, and the display mode of the first hold icon is a blue character. It is a timing chart showing various timings when a processing omission occurs in the image control unit 145 (VDP).

A processing omission is an event in which processing is performed beyond the period that should be completed (within the update time of one frame, about 33 ms in the present embodiment) (event in which the processing cannot be completed within the update time of one frame). ). Here, it is assumed that the image control unit 145 (VDP) cannot complete drawing of the effect image into the frame buffer, which should be completed within the update time of one frame.

The timing of T1 is the timing of the 600th frame after the start of the variation effect, and is the frame update timing in the middle of the symbol stop period in which the stop display of the effect symbol 70a is performed. At this timing, drawing of the image data b (background image, various stop effect images, various symbol images, various icon images, etc.) in the first frame buffer is started, and the image data a drawn in the second frame buffer The display on the image display device is started, and the stop effect display screen a is displayed on the image display device.

The timing of T2 is the timing in the middle of the 600th frame after the variation effect is started. At this timing, the fluctuation pattern designation command, the game state designation command, the effect symbol designation command, and the first special symbol memory 1 designation command (special symbol memory designation command) are transmitted from the main control board 110 to the effect control unit 130m.

The timing of T3 is the timing of the 601st frame after the start of the variation effect, and is the frame update timing in the middle of the symbol stop period. At this timing, it is decided to execute the normal change pattern 01 that changes the first hold icon to the blue character icon, but the blue character icon is not displayed on the image display device, and the second change from the sound output device 9 The output of the notification sound is not started either.

Further, at the timing of T3, drawing of the image data c (background image, various variation effect images, various symbol images, various icon images, etc.) in the second frame buffer is started, that is, the effect image of the new variation effect is started. The drawing is started, the display of the image data b drawn in the first frame buffer on the image display device is started, and the stop effect display screen b is displayed on the image display device.

The timing of T4 is the timing at which the next variation effect is started. However, since processing omission occurred in the image control unit 145 (VDP) and the drawing of the effect image to be displayed at the timing of T4 was not completed, the stop effect display screen b was displayed on the image display device following the timing of T3. Is displayed. Further, the drawing in the second frame buffer is also continued following the timing of T3, and the drawing of the image data c (background image, various variation effect images, various symbol images, various icon images, etc.) that has not been completed is continued.
At this time, the second change notification sound of the voice output device 9 is output according to the original processing (timing).

The timing of T5 is the timing of the second frame after the start of the variation effect, and is the frame update timing in the middle of the normal variation period. At this timing, drawing of the image data d (background image, various variation effect images, various symbol images, various icon images, etc.) in the first frame buffer is started, and the image data c drawn in the second frame buffer is The display on the image display device is started, the normal variation effect display screen c (blue character icon display) is displayed on the image display device, and the output of the second change notification sound of the voice output device 9 is continued. ..

The timing of T4 corresponds to the first timing, and the timing of T5 corresponds to the second timing.

The timing of T6 is the timing of the third frame after the start of the variation effect, and is the frame update timing in the middle of the normal variation period. At this timing, drawing of the image data e (background image, various variation effect images, various symbol images, various icon images, etc.) in the second frame buffer is started, and the image data d drawn in the first frame buffer is The display on the image display device is started, the normal variation effect display screen d (blue character icon display) is displayed on the image display device, and the output of the second change notification sound of the voice output device 9 is continued. ..

The timing of T7 is the timing of the 15th frame after the start of the fluctuation effect, and is the frame update timing in the middle of the normal fluctuation period. At this timing, drawing of the image data g (background image, variation effect image, various symbol images, various icon images, etc.) in the second frame buffer is started, and the image of the image data f drawn in the first frame buffer is started. The display on the display device is started, the normal variation effect display screen f (blue character icon display) is displayed on the image display device, and the output of the second change notification sound of the voice output device 9 is continued.

The timing of T8 is the timing of the 16th frame after the start of the fluctuation effect, which is the timing in the middle of the normal fluctuation period. At this timing, the output of the second change notification sound that had been output for about 0.5 seconds (15 frames) is stopped, and the image data h (background image, variation effect image, various symbols) to the first frame buffer is stopped. Drawing of an image, various icon images, etc.) is started, display of the image data g drawn in the second frame buffer on the image display device is started, and the image display device is displayed on the normal variable effect display screen g (blue character). (Icon display) is displayed.

The timing of T9 is the timing of the 17th frame after the start of the fluctuation effect, which is the timing in the middle of the normal fluctuation period. At this timing, the output of the second change notification sound is stopped, and the drawing of the image data i (background image, variation effect image, various symbol images, various icon images, etc.) in the second frame buffer is started and the first The display of the image data h drawn in the frame buffer on the image display device is started, and the normal variation effect display screen h (blue character icon display) is displayed on the image display device.

In this way, when processing omission occurs in the image control unit 145 (VDP), the display of the image display device is displayed with a delay of the frame (here, one frame) due to the processing omission, and the variation effect ends. It ends without displaying the image data for one frame displayed at the time of. For example, in the case of the variation effect ending at the 601 frame, the image data of the 601st frame is not displayed, and the variation effect ends when the image data of the 600th frame is displayed. Further, even if a processing omission occurs in the image control unit 145 (VDP), the output (generation (change) notification sound) of the voice output device 9 is output at a normal timing.

As described above, even if a processing failure occurs in the image control unit 145 (VDP), the output of the icon generation (change) notification sound is started at the original timing, so that the icon is displayed before the icon is displayed. The icon generation (change) notification sound will be output, and the player who has not seen the image display device due to other findings can notice the icon generation (change) by the sound before the icon is displayed. It becomes difficult to overlook (change), and it becomes possible to improve the interest of the game.
In addition, in order to explain the case where the processing omission occurs in the image control unit 145 (VDP), the processing omission when the normal change pattern 01 is executed has been described as an example. Similarly, even if a processing omission occurs when the character action change pattern 01 and the symbol action change pattern 01 are executed, the changed icon is displayed later than the original timing, but the icon occurs ( (Change) The output of the notification sound starts at the original timing and ends at the original timing.

In the present embodiment, the icon change effect determines the final display mode and the scenario when the effect control unit 130m receives the start opening winning designation command, but the present invention is not limited to such a determination method. .. For example, it may be decided whether or not to change the display mode each time the display mode of the icon (the variable icon, the hold icon) can be changed. Further, when the effect control unit 130m receives the start opening winning designation command, only the final display mode is determined, and how the change is made may change the display mode of the icon (the variable icon, the hold icon). When the timing comes, it may be decided each time.

Further, in the present embodiment, the display modes of the icons (the variable icon, the hold icon) are a CD icon as a normal icon, a blue character icon as a special icon, a red character icon, and a rainbow character icon. There were four types, but the number is not limited to four, and may be large or small.

For example, a special icon (blinking CD icon) may be provided, which has a lower expectation of winning a jackpot than the blue character icon and may change to a special icon. When such a special icon is provided, since the jackpot winning expectation is lower than that of the blue character icon, the normal change pattern 02, the character action change pattern 01, and the symbol action change pattern 01 (predetermined command (variation pattern designation) It is desirable that the command, the game state specification command, the effect symbol specification command, the special symbol memory specification command) do not change to the special icon in the change effect) that occurs at the predetermined frame update timing after reception. By doing so, the normal change pattern 02, the character action change pattern 01, and the symbol action change pattern 01, which are likely to change to a display mode with a high expectation of winning a jackpot, (predetermined commands (variation pattern designation command, game state designation) Command, effect symbol specification command, special symbol memory specification command) The change effect that occurs at the predetermined frame update timing after reception) will not change to a special icon, so the player will not be discouraged. , It is possible to increase the variation of the display mode of the icon, and it is possible to improve the fun of the game.

Further, in addition to the four types of the present embodiment, the above special icon and the green character icon may be provided. In this case, the jackpot winning expectation for the icons (the variable icon, hold icon) is (CD icon <) blinking CD icon <blue character icon <green character icon <red character icon <rainbow character icon. It should be set to be high.

Further, in the present embodiment, when the character C1 or the changed symbol is displayed in the character action change pattern 01 or the symbol action change pattern 01, the display mode of the icon (the variable icon, the hold icon) is always changed. However, there may be a case where the character C1 or the change symbol is displayed but not changed (so-called ghost effect). When such a ghost effect is provided, the normal change pattern 02, the character action change pattern 01, and the symbol action change pattern 01 (predetermined commands (variation pattern designation command, game state designation command, effect symbol designation command, special symbol memory) The change effect at the time of winning and the normal change pattern 01 (predetermined command (starting port winning designation command, special symbol memory designation command) , The execution rate is higher than the Gase effect for the change effect that occurs at the frame update timing according to the reception of the fluctuation pattern specification command), or the normal change pattern 02, the character action change pattern 01, and the symbol action change pattern 01 ( It is desirable to be able to execute only the Gase effect for a predetermined command (variation pattern specification command, game state specification command, effect symbol specification command, special symbol memory specification command) change effect that occurs at a predetermined frame update timing after reception). ..

Further, in the present embodiment, the icon change effect is not performed a plurality of times during one variation effect, but may be executed a plurality of times. In this case, it occurs at the frame update timing corresponding to the change effect at the time of winning and the reception of the normal change pattern 01 (predetermined command (start opening winning designation command, special symbol memory designation command, fluctuation pattern designation command). Since the timing of the change effect is only once during the variation effect, the normal change pattern 02, the character action change pattern 01, and the symbol action change pattern 01 (predetermined commands (variation pattern specification command, game state specification command, effect) It suffices to be able to execute the symbol designation command, the special symbol storage designation command) (change effect that occurs at a predetermined frame update timing after reception) multiple times. By doing so, since the display mode of the icon (the variable icon, the hold icon) may change a plurality of times in one variable effect, it is possible to improve the fun of the game.

Further, in the present embodiment, the change effect (change effect at the time of winning, and change effect at the time of winning) that occurs at the frame update timing according to the reception of a predetermined command (start opening winning designation command, special symbol memory designation command, variation pattern designation command). The execution timing of the normal change pattern 01) was set to the frame update timing two frames after the number of frames received for the predetermined commands (start opening winning designation command, special symbol memory designation command, fluctuation pattern designation command), but 2 It is not limited to after the frame, and it may be one frame or several frames later as long as it is not extremely late after receiving a predetermined command (start opening prize designation command, special symbol memory designation command, variation pattern designation command).

Further, in the present embodiment, the symbol action change pattern 01 is not provided as the variation icon change pattern, but it may be provided.

Further, in the present embodiment, when the "normal change pattern 01" is executed, the change effect is executed at the frame update timing corresponding to the reception of a predetermined command (special symbol memory designation command, fluctuation pattern designation command). However, the change effect is not limited to this timing, and the change effect may be executed at the frame update timing corresponding to the reception of another predetermined command.

Further, in the present embodiment, when executing the "normal change pattern 02", the "character action change pattern 01", and the "design action change pattern 01", predetermined commands (variation pattern designation command, game state designation command) are executed. , Effect symbol specification command, special symbol memory specification command) The change effect was executed at a predetermined frame update timing after receiving, but it is not limited to this timing, but at a predetermined frame update timing after receiving another predetermined command. You may try to perform a change effect.

Further, in the present embodiment, when the icon (the variable icon, the hold icon) changes, an icon generation (change) notification sound is generated as an effect of notifying that the icon (the variable icon, the hold icon) has changed. Although it was output, it is not limited to such an effect, and in addition to the output of the icon generation (change) notification sound, the changed icon (the change) is used by using the panel lighting device 74 and / or the frame lighting device 10. The lamp may be made to emit light in the same color as the display mode of the icon (icon, hold icon). In this case, the frame update timing at which the changed icon (the variable icon, the hold icon) is displayed on the first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal) in the same manner as the output of the icon generation (change) notification sound. It is sufficient to start the light emission of the lamps of the panel lighting device 74 and / or the frame lighting device 10 in accordance with (synchronically), and the timing of ending the light emission of the lamp ends after a lapse of a predetermined time. Alternatively, the icon (the variable icon, the hold icon) may be terminated at the frame update timing (synchronized) to be deleted.

Further, as an effect of notifying that the icon (the variable icon, the hold icon) has changed in this way, in addition to the output of the icon generation (change) notification sound, the panel lighting device 74 and / or the frame lighting device When 10 is used to make the lamp emit light in the same color as the display mode of the changed icon (the variable icon, the hold icon), the changed icon (main liquid crystal) is displayed on the first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal). The icon generation (change) notification sound is output and the lamp of the panel lighting device 74 and / or the frame lighting device 10 emits light in accordance with (synchronically) the frame update timing in which the variable icon and hold icon) are displayed. Is started, and after the output of the icon generation (change) notification sound is completed, the light emission of the lamps of the panel lighting device 74 and / or the frame lighting device 10 is finished, and finally, the icon (the variable icon, You may end the display of the hold icon).
By doing so, even if the player does not look at the image display device due to other findings or the like, the icon generation (change) notification sound is output, so that the icon generation (change) can be noticed. Since the light emission of the lamps of the panel lighting device 74 and / or the frame lighting device 10 is executed longer than the icon generation (change) notification sound, the lamps of the panel lighting device 74 and / or the frame lighting device 10 are emitted. It will be hard to overlook, and it will be possible to improve the fun of the game.

Further, even if a processing omission occurs in the image control unit 145 (VDP), the lamp emits light at the original timing and ends at the original timing, as in the output of the icon generation (change) notification sound. Just do it.

Further, in the present embodiment, the variable icon and the hold icon are displayed on the first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal display), but are displayed on the second image display device 71 (sub liquid crystal display). You may.

Further, in the present embodiment, the execution of the icon change effect is not restricted depending on the game state, but the execution of the icon change effect may be restricted depending on the game state. For example, in the first specific game state and the second specific game state, the change effect at the time of winning and the normal change pattern 01 (predetermined command (starting port winning designation command, special symbol memory designation command, fluctuation pattern designation command) ) Is feasible, but the normal change pattern 02, the character action change pattern 01, and the symbol action change pattern 01 (predetermined command (variation pattern specification command, game state) The designated command, the effect symbol specification command, the special symbol memory specification command) (change effect that occurs at a predetermined frame update timing after reception) may be infeasible. By doing so, since the fluctuation time is set short in the first specific gaming state and the second specific gaming state, the normal change pattern 02, the character action change pattern 01, and the character action change pattern 01 executed during the fluctuation are set. , Symbol action change pattern 01 (change effect that occurs at a predetermined frame update timing after receiving a predetermined command (variation pattern specification command, game state specification command, effect symbol specification command, special symbol memory specification command)) is restricted. By doing so, it is possible to improve the enjoyment of the game without impairing the playability of the first specific game state and the second specific game state.

Further, in the present embodiment, the icon change effect changes the display mode (shape and color) of the hold icon and the variable icon itself, but is not limited to such a change, and the hold icon and the variable icon itself. The display mode of is not changed (the CD icon remains), and an effect of a color indicating the jackpot winning expectation may be displayed around the hold icon or the variable icon, or the hold icon or the variable icon may be displayed. A character indicating the degree of expectation of winning a big hit may be displayed in the surroundings (nearby), or a character image (for example, "SP" or "SP" or " It is also possible to display "pseudo-ream" etc.).

Further, in the present embodiment, when the change scenario is determined, it is determined regardless of the winning of the jackpot, but it may be determined by referring to the winning of the jackpot. Specifically, one change scenario may be determined from a plurality of change scenarios based on the final display mode of the icon, the current number of holds, the winning of the jackpot, and the selection rate (%). ..

In this way, when deciding the change scenario by referring to the winning of the jackpot, if the jackpot is won and it changes to the red character icon, the current number of reservations is "1" or "2" rather than "1" or "2". In the case of "3" or "4", the selection rate (%) may be set so that the change scenario that changes to the red character icon at the time of winning is more likely to be selected.
In other words, if you win the jackpot and change to the red character icon, the red character at the time of winning is better when the current number of holds is "1" or "2" than when it is "3" or "4". It can be said that the selection rate (%) makes it difficult to select a change scenario that changes to an icon.
Also, if the jackpot is not won, that is, if it is lost and changes to the red character icon, the change scenario that changes to the red character icon at the time of winning than when the jackpot is won and changes to the red character icon. Can be set to a selection rate (%) that is difficult to select.

Further, in the present embodiment, when determining the hold icon change pattern, it is determined regardless of the current number of holds and the winning of the jackpot, but it is decided by referring to the current number of holdings and the winning of the jackpot. You may. Specifically, one hold icon from a plurality of hold icon change patterns based on the mode of the hold icon change in this variation effect, the current number of holds, the winning of the jackpot, and the selection rate (%). The change pattern may be determined.

In this way, when determining the hold icon change pattern by referring to the current number of holds and the winning of the jackpot, if the jackpot is won and it changes to the red character icon, the current number of holds is "1" or " The selection rate (%) may be set so that "normal change pattern 01" is more easily selected as the hold icon change pattern when "3" or "4" is set than when "2" is set.
In other words, if you win the jackpot and change to a red character icon, the hold icon change pattern is more when the current number of holds is "1" or "2" than when it is "3" or "4". It can be said that the selection rate (%) is difficult to select "normal change pattern 01".
In addition, if the jackpot is not won, that is, if the jackpot is lost and the icon changes to the red character icon, the hold icon change pattern is "normal change pattern 01" rather than if the jackpot is won and the icon changes to the red character icon. ] Can be set to a selection rate (%) that is difficult to select.

As described above, the change that occurs at the frame update timing according to the reception of the change effect at the time of winning and the normal change pattern 01 (predetermined command (starting port winning designation command, special symbol memory designation command, fluctuation pattern designation command)). When changing to a red character icon in (Direction), the expectation of winning a big hit is higher when the current number of holds is "1" or "2" than when it is "3" or "4". It is possible to improve the interest of.

Further, in the present embodiment, it is also shown that the variation pattern designation command starts the variation effect, but a command (variation effect start command) indicating that the variation effect is started is provided separately from the variation pattern specification command. You can do it.

Further, in the present embodiment, the display of the image display device when the processing omission occurs in the image control unit 145 (VDP) is shifted by the frame delayed by the processing omission (here, one frame). However, the method is not limited to such a method, and instead of drawing the image data that could not be drawn in the frame next to the frame in which the processing omission occurs in the image control unit 145 (VDP), the next frame is used. The image data originally drawn by the frame may be drawn. For example, if the drawing of the 100th frame is not completed due to processing failure, in the next 101st frame, the image data to be drawn in the original 101st frame is drawn instead of continuing the drawing of the 100th frame. do.
Even in this case, the output of the generation (change) notification sound of the voice output device 9 is output at the normal timing, and ends at the normal timing.

Further, in the present embodiment, when the V blank signal is not output from the image control unit 145 (VDP) and the clear signal is not input to the WDT 142 within the predetermined time (monitoring time), the control control unit 141 (control CPU 141a) ) Was forcibly reset, but the effect control unit 130m (sub CPU 130a) may be forcibly reset.

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Hereinafter, other inventions and the like described in the present embodiment will be described.

In the conventional gaming machine, when the starting condition is satisfied, the determination information as to whether or not to execute the special game advantageous to the player is acquired, and the determination information is stored. Then, when the determination condition is satisfied, the stored determination information is determined, and the variation effect according to the result of the determination is executed, and when the variation effect becomes a special result, a special game is executed. Some of such gaming machines display a reserved image corresponding to undetermined determination information (see, for example, Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2015-335530). In addition, the gaming machine improves the interest of the game by changing the normal reserved image into a reserved image in a display mode suggesting that the variation effect may have a special result. However, there is still room for improvement in the above-mentioned gaming machines in order to improve the interest of the game.

◆ As a first configuration for solving the above problems, according to the game machine 1 of the present embodiment, a main control means (main control board 110) for controlling the progress of the game and a command from the main control means. In a gaming machine provided with a secondary control means (effect control unit 130 m) for controlling the production of a game based on the above, the main control means determines whether or not to perform a special game (big hit game) advantageous to the player. A determination means (main CPU 110a) for performing the determination and a holding means (main RAM 110c) capable of holding the determination right, and the slave control means has a hold image (hold icon) corresponding to the reserved right. Is displayed on the display means (first image display device 70), and a predetermined notification effect (icon generation (change)) is sent to the effect means (audio output device 9) during the progress of the game. ) An effect executing means (display / voice control unit 140) for executing a notification sound), and the image display means is configured to update an image to be displayed on the display means at a predetermined frame update timing. It is possible to perform a change effect (icon change effect) for changing the hold image to a special hold image indicating the possibility of performing the special game, and the change effect is performed from the main control means. The first change effect (change effect at the time of winning) executed at the frame update timing in response to the reception of the transmitted command indicating that the right has occurred (starting port winning designation command), and the transmission from the main control means. With the second change effect (normal change pattern 02, character action change pattern 01, and symbol action change pattern 01) executed at a predetermined frame update timing after receiving the command (variation pattern specification command) indicating the result of the determination. The effect executing means starts the notification effect at the frame update timing at which the first change effect is started, and the notification effect is performed at a frame update timing different from the frame update timing at which the first change effect ends. I am trying to finish.

By doing so, it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

◆ As a second configuration for solving the above problems, according to the game machine 1 of the present embodiment, a main control means (main control board 110) for controlling the progress of the game and a command from the main control means. In a gaming machine provided with a secondary control means (effect control unit 130 m) for controlling the production of a game based on the above, the main control means determines whether or not to perform a special game (big hit game) advantageous to the player. A determination means (main CPU 110a) for performing the determination, a holding means (main RAM 110c) capable of holding the right of the determination, and a variation control means for displaying the symbol in a variable manner and then stopping and displaying the symbol based on the result of the determination. (Main CPU 110a), and the slave control means displays an image display means (display / display / The voice control unit 140), the effect execution means (display / voice control unit 140) that causes the effect means (audio output device 9) to execute a predetermined notification effect (icon generation (change) notification sound) in the progress of the game. The image display means is configured to update the image to be displayed on the display means at each predetermined frame update timing, and indicates the possibility of performing the special game from the reserved image. It is possible to perform a change effect (icon change effect) for changing to a hold image, and the change effect is a command (variation pattern designation command) indicating that the variation display of the symbol transmitted from the main control means is started. ) Is executed at the frame update timing according to the reception of the first change effect (normal change pattern 01), and a predetermined command after receiving the command (variation pattern designation command) indicating the result of the determination transmitted from the main control means. The first change effect is started by the effect execution means, including the second change effect (normal change pattern 02, character action change pattern 01, and symbol action change pattern 01) executed at the frame update timing of. The notification effect is started at the frame update timing, and the notification effect is ended at a frame update timing different from the frame update timing at which the first change effect ends.

By doing so, it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

◆ As a third configuration for solving the above problems, according to the game machine 1 of the present embodiment, a main control means (main control board 110) for controlling the progress of the game and a command from the main control means. In a gaming machine provided with a secondary control means (effect control unit 130 m) for controlling the production of a game based on the above, the main control means determines whether or not to perform a special game (big hit game) advantageous to the player. A determination means (main CPU 110a) for performing the determination, a holding means (main RAM 110c) capable of holding the right of the determination, and a variation control means for displaying the symbol in a variable manner and then stopping and displaying the symbol based on the result of the determination. (Main CPU 110a), and the slave control means includes a pre-judgment pending image (hold icon) corresponding to the reserved right and the right after the determination is made for the right. An image display means (display / voice control unit 140) that displays the corresponding post-determination hold image (the variable icon) on the display means (first image display device 70), and an effect means (voice output device) in the progress of the game. 9) is provided with an effect executing means (display / voice control unit 140) for executing a predetermined notification effect (icon generation (change) notification sound), and the image display means is provided every time a predetermined frame update timing is reached. A pre-judgment special hold image or a post-judgment special hold image that is configured to update the image to be displayed on the display means and indicates the possibility of performing the special game from the pre-judgment hold image or the post-judgment hold image. It is possible to perform a change effect (icon change effect) that changes to, and the change effect responds to a command (variation pattern designation command) transmitted from the main control means when the variation display of the symbol starts. A predetermined change effect (normal change pattern 01) executed at the frame update timing and a predetermined predetermined change after receiving a command (variation pattern designation command) indicating the result of the determination transmitted from the main control means. The effect executing means includes a second change effect (normal change pattern 02, character action change pattern 01, and symbol action change pattern 01) executed at the frame update timing, and the effect executing means is a frame in which the first change effect is started. After the determination, the notification effect is started at the update timing, the notification effect is ended at a frame update timing different from the frame update timing at which the first change effect ends, and the image is changed to the pre-judgment special hold image. When changing to a special hold image, the above The rate at which the second change effect is executed is high.

By doing so, it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

◆ As a fourth configuration for solving the above problems, according to the game machine 1 of the present embodiment, a main control means (main control board 110) for controlling the progress of the game and a command from the main control means. In a gaming machine provided with a secondary control means (effect control unit 130 m) for controlling the production of a game based on the above, the main control means determines whether or not to perform a special game (big hit game) advantageous to the player. The subordinate control means includes a determination means (main CPU 110a) for performing the determination and a holding means (main RAM 110c) capable of holding a predetermined number of the determination rights, and the slave control means holds a hold image (hold) corresponding to the reserved right. An image display means (display / voice control unit 140) that displays an icon) on the display means (first image display device 70) and a predetermined notification effect (icon generation) on the effect means (audio output device 9) during the progress of the game. An effect executing means (display / voice control unit 140) for executing (change) notification sound) is provided, and the image display means updates an image to be displayed on the display means at a predetermined frame update timing. It is possible to perform a change effect (icon change effect) for changing from the hold image to a special hold image indicating the possibility of performing the special game, and the change effect is suspended. The first change effect executed at the frame update timing according to the command (start opening prize designation command, variation pattern designation command, special symbol memory designation command) transmitted from the main control means when the number of the rights is changed. (Change effect at the time of winning, normal change pattern 01) and a command (variation pattern designation command) indicating the result of the determination transmitted from the main control means are executed at a predetermined frame update timing. The display mode of the special hold image includes the second change effect (normal change pattern 02, character action change pattern 01, and symbol action change pattern 01), and the display mode of the special hold image is the first display mode (blue character icon) and the first display mode. It has a second display mode (red character icon) that is more likely to perform the special game than the first display mode, and the effect executing means has the notification effect at the frame update timing when the first change effect is started. Is started, the notification effect is ended at a frame update timing different from the frame update timing at which the first change effect ends, and the second change effect is executed more than when the first change effect is executed. The time is more likely to change to the second display mode, and the first change effect is present. When the number of the reserved rights is changed to the second display mode, the special game is played when the number of the reserved rights is a second number larger than the first number than when the number is the first number. I try to be more likely to do it.

By doing so, it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

◆ As a fifth configuration for solving the above problems, according to the game machine 1 of the present embodiment, a main control means (main control board 110) for controlling the progress of the game and a command from the main control means. In a gaming machine provided with a secondary control means (effect control unit 130 m) for controlling the production of a game based on the above, the main control means determines whether or not to perform a special game (big hit game) advantageous to the player. A determination means (main CPU 110a) for performing the determination, a holding means (main RAM 110c) capable of holding the right of the determination, and a variation control means for displaying the symbol in a variable manner and then stopping and displaying the symbol based on the result of the determination. (Main CPU 110a), and the slave control means displays an image display means (first image display device 70) for displaying a hold image (hold icon) on the display means (first image display device 70) in accordance with the hold right. Display / voice control unit 140) and effect execution means (display / voice control unit 140) that causes the effect means (audio output device 9) to execute a predetermined notification effect (icon generation (change) notification sound) in the progress of the game. The image display means is configured to update the image to be displayed on the display means at each predetermined frame update timing, and the reserved image is used for the special game rather than the normal mode (CD icon). It is possible to perform a change effect (icon change effect) that changes the reserved image in a special mode (blue character icon, red character icon, rainbow character icon) indicating that there is a high possibility of performing the change effect. The first change effect (change effect at the time of winning) executed at the frame update timing according to the reception of the command (starting port winning designation command) transmitted from the main control means indicating that the right has occurred, and the main control means. Second change effect (normal change pattern 02, character action change pattern 01, symbol action) executed at a predetermined frame update timing after receiving a command (variation pattern specification command) indicating the variation display pattern of the symbol transmitted from The effect executing means includes the change pattern 01), and the notification effect is started at the frame update timing at which the second change effect is started, and the frame is different from the frame update timing at which the second change effect ends. The notification effect is terminated at the update timing.

◆ As a sixth configuration for solving the above problems, according to the game machine 1 of the present embodiment, a main control means (main control board 110) for controlling the progress of the game and a command from the main control means. In a gaming machine provided with a secondary control means (effect control unit 130 m) for controlling the production of a game based on the above, the main control means determines whether or not to perform a special game (big hit game) advantageous to the player. A determination means (main CPU 110a) for performing the determination, a holding means (main RAM 110c) capable of holding the right of the determination, and a variation control means for displaying the symbol in a variable manner and then stopping and displaying the symbol based on the result of the determination. (Main CPU 110a), and the slave control means displays an image display means (first image display device 70) for displaying a hold image (hold icon) on the display means (first image display device 70) in accordance with the hold right. Display / voice control unit 140) and effect execution means (display / voice control unit 140) that causes the effect means (audio output device 9) to execute a predetermined notification effect (icon generation (change) notification sound) in the progress of the game. The image display means is configured to update the image to be displayed on the display means at each predetermined frame update timing, and the reserved image is used for the special game rather than the normal mode (CD icon). It is possible to perform a change effect (icon change effect) that changes the reserved image in a special mode (blue character icon, red character icon, rainbow character icon) indicating that there is a high possibility of performing the change effect. The first change effect (change effect at the time of winning) executed at the frame update timing according to the reception of the command (starting port winning designation command) indicating that the right is generated transmitted from the main control means, and the variation of the symbol. The command to be executed at a predetermined frame update timing after receiving the command (variation pattern specification command, game state specification command, effect symbol specification command, special symbol storage specification command) transmitted from the main control means when the display starts. The effect executing means starts the notification effect at the frame update timing when the second change effect is started, including two change effects (normal change pattern 02, character action change pattern 01, symbol action change pattern 01). Then, the notification effect is ended at a frame update timing different from the frame update timing at which the second change effect ends.

◆ As a seventh configuration for solving the above problems, according to the game machine 1 of the present embodiment, a main control means (main control board 110) for controlling the progress of the game and a command from the main control means. In a gaming machine provided with a secondary control means (effect control unit 130 m) for controlling the production of a game based on the above, the main control means determines whether or not to perform a special game (big hit game) advantageous to the player. A determination means (main CPU 110a) for performing the determination, a holding means (main RAM 110c) capable of holding the right of the determination, and a variation control means for displaying the symbol in a variable manner and then stopping and displaying the symbol based on the result of the determination. (Main CPU 110a), and the slave control means displays an image display means (first image display device 70) for displaying a hold image (hold icon) on the display means (first image display device 70) in response to the reserved right. Display / voice control unit 140) and effect execution means (display / voice control unit 140) that causes the effect means (audio output device 9) to execute a predetermined notification effect (icon generation (change) notification sound) in the progress of the game. The image display means is configured to update the image to be displayed on the display means at each predetermined frame update timing, and the reserved image is used for the special game rather than the normal mode (CD icon). It is possible to perform a change effect (icon change effect) that changes the reserved image in a special mode (blue character icon, red character icon, rainbow character icon) indicating that there is a high possibility of performing the change effect. The first change effect (normal change pattern 01) executed at the frame update timing according to the reception of the command (variation pattern specification command, effect symbol specification command) indicating that the variation display of the symbol transmitted from the main control means is started. ) And after receiving the commands (variable pattern specification command, game state specification command, effect symbol specification command, special symbol memory specification command) transmitted from the main control means when the number of reserved rights changes. The second change effect (normal change pattern 02, character action change pattern 01, symbol action change pattern 01), which is executed at a predetermined frame update timing, is included, and the effect execution means starts the second change effect. The notification effect is started at the frame update timing, and the notification effect is ended at a frame update timing different from the frame update timing at which the second change effect ends.

As an eighth configuration for solving the above problems, according to the game machine 1 of the present embodiment, a main control means (main control board 110) for controlling the progress of the game and a command from the main control means. In a gaming machine provided with a secondary control means (effect control unit 130 m) for controlling the production of a game based on the above, the main control means determines whether or not to perform a special game (big hit game) advantageous to the player. A determination means (main CPU 110a) for performing the determination, a holding means (main RAM 110c) capable of holding the right of the determination, and a variation control means for displaying the symbol in a variable manner and then stopping and displaying the symbol based on the result of the determination. (Main CPU 110a), and the slave control means displays an image display means (first image display device 70) for displaying a hold image (hold icon) on the display means (first image display device 70) in response to the reserved right. Display / voice control unit 140) and effect execution means (display / voice control unit 140) that causes the effect means (audio output device 9) to execute a predetermined notification effect (icon generation (change) notification sound) in the progress of the game. The image display means is configured to update the image to be displayed on the display means every time a predetermined frame update timing is reached, and the reserved image is used for the special game rather than the normal mode (CD icon). It is possible to perform a change effect (icon change effect) that changes the reserved image in a special mode (blue character icon, red character icon, rainbow character icon) indicating that it is highly likely to be performed, and the change effect is suspended. It is executed at the frame update timing according to the reception of the command (start opening prize designation command, special symbol memory designation command, variation pattern designation command) transmitted from the main control means when the number of the rights being granted changes. The first change effect (change effect at the time of winning, normal change pattern 01) and the command (variation pattern specification command, game state specification command, effect symbol designation) transmitted from the main control means when the variation display of the symbol starts. The effect execution includes a second change effect (normal change pattern 02, character action change pattern 01, symbol action change pattern 01) that is executed at a predetermined frame update timing after receiving a command (command, special symbol memory designation command). The means is such that the notification effect is started at the frame update timing at which the second change effect is started, and the notification effect is ended at a frame update timing different from the frame update timing at which the second change effect ends. There is.

◆ As a ninth configuration for solving the above problems, according to the game machine 1 of the present embodiment, a main control means (main control board 110) for controlling the progress of the game and a command from the main control means. In a gaming machine provided with a secondary control means (effect control unit 130 m) for controlling the production of a game based on the above, the main control means determines whether or not to perform a special game (big hit game) advantageous to the player. A determination means (main CPU 110a) for performing the determination, a holding means (main RAM 110c) capable of holding the right of the determination, and a variation control means for displaying the symbol in a variable manner and then stopping and displaying the symbol based on the result of the determination. (Main CPU 110a), and the slave control means displays an image display means (first image display device 70) for displaying a hold image (hold icon) on the display means (first image display device 70) in response to the reserved right. Display / voice control unit 140) and effect execution means (display / voice control unit 140) that causes the effect means (audio output device 9) to execute a predetermined notification effect (icon generation (change) notification sound) in the progress of the game. The image display means is configured to update the image to be displayed on the display means at each predetermined frame update timing, and the reserved image is used for the special game rather than the normal mode (CD icon). It is possible to perform a change effect (icon change effect) that changes the reserved image in a special mode (blue character icon, red character icon, rainbow character icon) indicating that there is a high possibility of performing the change effect. The first change effect (change effect at the time of winning) executed at the frame update timing according to the reception of the command (starting port winning designation command) transmitted from the main control means indicating that the right has occurred, and the main control means. Second change effect (normal change pattern 02, character action change pattern 01, executed at a predetermined frame update timing after receiving a command (variation pattern specification command) indicating that the variation display of the symbol transmitted from is started. The effect executing means includes the symbol action change pattern 01), and the second change effect is started at the second timing (the second change effect when the processing drop occurs) after the first timing at which the second change effect is scheduled to be started. When the second change effect is started, the notification effect is started at the first timing and ends at a timing different from the end timing of the second change effect.

◆ As a tenth configuration for solving the above problems, according to the game machine 1 of the present embodiment, a main control means (main control board 110) for controlling the progress of the game and a command from the main control means. In a gaming machine provided with a secondary control means (effect control unit 130 m) for controlling the production of a game based on the above, the main control means determines whether or not to perform a special game (big hit game) advantageous to the player. A determination means (main CPU 110a) for performing the determination, a holding means (main RAM 110c) capable of holding the right of the determination, and a variation control means for displaying the symbol in a variable manner and then stopping and displaying the symbol based on the result of the determination. (Main CPU 110a), and the slave control means displays an image display means (first image display device 70) for displaying a hold image (hold icon) on the display means (first image display device 70) in response to the reserved right. Display / voice control unit 140) and effect execution means (display / voice control unit 140) that causes the effect means (audio output device 9) to execute a predetermined notification effect (icon generation (change) notification sound) in the progress of the game. The image display means is configured to update the image to be displayed on the display means at each predetermined frame update timing, and the reserved image is used for the special game rather than the normal mode (CD icon). It is possible to perform a change effect (icon change effect) that changes the reserved image in a special mode (blue character icon, red character icon, rainbow character icon) indicating that there is a high possibility of performing the change effect. The first change effect (normal change pattern 01) executed at the frame update timing according to the reception of the command (variation pattern specification command, effect symbol specification command) indicating that the variation display of the symbol transmitted from the main control means is started. ) And a command (variation pattern designation command, special symbol confirmation command, effect symbol designation command) for indicating the result of the determination transmitted from the main control means, which is executed at a predetermined frame update timing after reception. The effect executing means includes a change effect (normal change pattern 02, character action change pattern 01, symbol action change pattern 01), and the effect execution means is a second after the first timing in which the first change effect is scheduled to be started. When the first change effect is started at the timing (the timing at which the first change effect is started when the processing drop occurs), the notification effect is started at the first timing, and the end timing of the first change effect is started. Ends at a different timing than I am trying to do it.

◆ As an eleventh configuration for solving the above problems, according to the game machine 1 of the present embodiment, a main control means (main control board 110) for controlling the progress of the game and a command from the main control means. In a gaming machine provided with a secondary control means (effect control unit 130 m) for controlling the production of a game based on the above, the main control means determines whether or not to perform a special game (big hit game) advantageous to the player. A determination means (main CPU 110a) for performing the determination, a holding means (main RAM 110c) capable of holding the right of the determination, and a variation control means for displaying the symbol in a variable manner and then stopping and displaying the symbol based on the result of the determination. (Main CPU 110a), and the slave control means displays an image display means (first image display device 70) for displaying a hold image (hold icon) on the display means (first image display device 70) in response to the reserved right. Display / voice control unit 140) and effect execution means (display / voice control unit 140) that causes the effect means (audio output device 9) to execute a predetermined notification effect (icon generation (change) notification sound) in the progress of the game. The image display means is configured to update the image to be displayed on the display means at each predetermined frame update timing, and the reserved image is used for the special game rather than the normal mode (CD icon). It is possible to perform a change effect (icon change effect) that changes the reserved image in a special mode (blue character icon, red character icon, rainbow character icon) indicating that there is a high possibility of performing the change effect. The first change effect (change effect at the time of winning) executed at the frame update timing according to the reception of the command (starting port winning designation command) transmitted from the main control means indicating that the right has occurred, and the main control means. Second change effect (normal change pattern 02, character action change pattern 01, symbol action) executed at a predetermined frame update timing after receiving a command (variation pattern specification command) indicating the variation display pattern of the symbol transmitted from The effect executing means includes the change pattern 01) and the second timing after the first timing in which the first change effect is scheduled to be started (the timing at which the first change effect is started when a processing drop occurs). ), The notification effect is started at the first timing and ends at a timing different from the end timing of the first change effect.

◆ As a twelfth configuration for solving the above problems, according to the game machine 1 of the present embodiment, a main control means (main control board 110) for controlling the progress of the game and a command from the main control means. In a gaming machine provided with a secondary control means (effect control unit 130 m) for controlling the production of a game based on the above, the main control means determines whether or not to perform a special game (big hit game) advantageous to the player. A determination means (main CPU 110a) for performing the determination, a holding means (main RAM 110c) capable of holding the right of the determination, and a variation control means for displaying the symbol in a variable manner and then stopping and displaying the symbol based on the result of the determination. (Main CPU 110a), and the slave control means displays an image display means (first image display device 70) for displaying a hold image (hold icon) on the display means (first image display device 70) in response to the reserved right. Display / voice control unit 140) and effect execution means (display / voice control unit 140) that causes the effect means (audio output device 9) to execute a predetermined notification effect (icon generation (change) notification sound) in the progress of the game. The image display means is configured to update the image to be displayed on the display means at each predetermined frame update timing, and the reserved image is used for the special game rather than the normal mode (CD icon). It is possible to perform a change effect (icon change effect) that changes the reserved image in a special mode (blue character icon, red character icon, rainbow character icon) indicating that there is a high possibility of performing the change effect. The first change effect (change effect at the time of winning) executed at the frame update timing according to the reception of the command (starting port winning designation command) transmitted from the main control means indicating that the right has occurred, and the variation of the symbol. The command to be executed at a predetermined frame update timing after receiving the command (variation pattern designation command, game state designation command, effect symbol designation command, special symbol storage designation command) transmitted from the main control means when the display starts. The effect executing means includes two change effects (normal change pattern 02, character action change pattern 01, symbol action change pattern 01), and the effect execution means is a first timing after the first timing in which the first change effect is scheduled to be started. When the first change effect is started at two timings (the timing at which the first change effect is started when a processing drop occurs), the notification effect is started at the first timing and the first change effect is finished. Try to end at a timing different from the timing There is.

◆ As a thirteenth configuration for solving the above problems, according to the game machine 1 of the present embodiment, a main control means (main control board 110) for controlling the progress of the game and a command from the main control means. In a gaming machine provided with a secondary control means (effect control unit 130 m) for controlling the production of a game based on the above, the main control means determines whether or not to perform a special game (big hit game) advantageous to the player. A determination means (main CPU 110a) for performing the determination, a holding means (main RAM 110c) capable of holding the right of the determination, and a variation control means for displaying the symbol in a variable manner and then stopping and displaying the symbol based on the result of the determination. (Main CPU 110a), and the slave control means displays an image display means (first image display device 70) for displaying a hold image (hold icon) on the display means (first image display device 70) in response to the reserved right. Display / voice control unit 140) and effect execution means (display / voice control unit 140) that causes the effect means (audio output device 9) to execute a predetermined notification effect (icon generation (change) notification sound) in the progress of the game. The image display means is configured to update the image to be displayed on the display means at each predetermined frame update timing, and the reserved image is used for the special game rather than the normal mode (CD icon). It is possible to perform a change effect (icon change effect) that changes the reserved image in a special mode (blue character icon, red character icon, rainbow character icon) indicating that there is a high possibility of performing the change effect. The first change effect (normal change) executed at a predetermined frame update timing according to the reception of a command (variation pattern specification command, effect symbol specification command) indicating that the variation display of the symbol transmitted from the main control means is started. Pattern 01) and commands (variable pattern designation command, game state designation command, effect symbol designation command, special symbol memory designation command) transmitted from the main control means when the number of reserved rights changes. The effect executing means includes the second change effect (normal change pattern 02, character action change pattern 01, symbol action change pattern 01) to be executed at the frame update timing after reception, and the first change effect is started. When the first change effect is started at the second timing (the timing at which the first change effect is started when the processing drop occurs) after the first timing scheduled to be performed, the notification effect is performed at the first timing. Start and end the first change effect It ends at a timing different from the timing.

◆ As a fourteenth configuration for solving the above problems, according to the game machine 1 of the present embodiment, a main control means (main control board 110) for controlling the progress of the game and a command from the main control means. In a gaming machine provided with a secondary control means (effect control unit 130 m) for controlling the production of a game based on the above, the main control means determines whether or not to perform a special game (big hit game) advantageous to the player. A determination means (main CPU 110a) for performing the determination, a holding means (main RAM 110c) capable of holding the right of the determination, and a variation control means for displaying the symbol in a variable manner and then stopping and displaying the symbol based on the result of the determination. (Main CPU 110a), and the slave control means displays an image display means (first image display device 70) for displaying a hold image (hold icon) on the display means (first image display device 70) in response to the reserved right. Display / voice control unit 140) and effect execution means (display / voice control unit 140) that causes the effect means (audio output device 9) to execute a predetermined notification effect (icon generation (change) notification sound) in the progress of the game. The image display means is configured to update the image to be displayed on the display means every time a predetermined frame update timing is reached, and the reserved image is used for the special game rather than the normal mode (CD icon). It is possible to perform a change effect (icon change effect) that changes the reserved image in a special mode (blue character icon, red character icon, rainbow character icon) indicating that it is highly likely to be performed, and the change effect is suspended. It is executed at the frame update timing according to the reception of the command (start opening prize designation command, special symbol memory designation command, variation pattern designation command) transmitted from the main control means when the number of the rights being granted changes. The first change effect (change effect at the time of winning, normal change pattern 01) and the command (variation pattern specification command, game state specification command, effect symbol designation) transmitted from the main control means when the variation display of the symbol starts. The effect execution includes a second change effect (normal change pattern 02, character action change pattern 01, symbol action change pattern 01) that is executed at a predetermined frame update timing after receiving a command (command, special symbol memory designation command). The means is a case where the first change effect is started at a second timing (timing at which the first change effect is started when a processing drop occurs) after the first timing when the first change effect is scheduled to be started. , Regarding the notification effect, the first command It starts with iming and ends at a timing different from the end timing of the first change effect.

The "special hold image", "special hold image before judgment", and "hold image in a special mode" are those whose shape is changed from the normal hold icon, those whose color is changed, and those around the hold icon. A color effect that indicates the jackpot winning expectation is displayed, a character that indicates the jackpot winning expectation is displayed around (near) the hold icon, and an effect scheduled to be executed is suggested around the hold icon (near). Includes those that display a character image (for example, "SP" or "pseudo-ream").

In addition, the "special hold image after judgment" is an image in which the shape is changed from the normal variable icon, an image in which the color is changed, and a color effect indicating the degree of expectation of winning a jackpot is displayed around the variable icon. Those that display a character indicating the degree of expectation of a big hit around (nearby) the variable icon, and character images (for example, "SP" and "SP" and "" that suggest an effect to be executed around (near) the variable icon. Includes those that display "pseudo-ream" etc.).

Further, the "command for indicating the result of determination" includes a variation pattern designation command, a special symbol confirmation command, an effect symbol designation command, and the like.

Further, the "first display mode" includes a special icon (blinking CD icon), a blue character icon, a green character icon, and the like.
Further, the "second display mode" includes a red character icon, a rainbow character icon, and the like.

Further, the "post-judgment hold image" and the "post-judgment special hold image" are displayed from the start to the end of the variation effect, displayed only for a predetermined period after the start of the variation effect, and the variation. The specific period (SP reach, SPSP reach, etc.) during the production includes those whose display is erased.

The gaming machine Y of the present embodiment is not limited to the pachinko gaming machine, but can also be used for a rotating cylinder type gaming machine (so-called slot machine). Furthermore, it can also be used for pachinko and pachinko machines.

Further, the gaming machine Y of the present embodiment shifts to a high-probability gaming state for a predetermined number of times after the end of all jackpot games, but the gaming ball passes through a specific area in a specific round game of the jackpot game. If this is the case, it may be a gaming machine that shifts to a high-probability gaming state for a predetermined number of times after the jackpot game is completed.

In addition, when the player shifts to the high-probability gaming state after all the jackpot games are completed and wins the fall lottery executed at the start of the variable display of the special symbol in the high-probability gaming state, the high-probability gaming state is normally terminated. It may be used as a gaming machine for returning to the gaming state.

If the type of the jackpot special symbol is a normal symbol, the game shifts to the low-probability gaming state after the jackpot game ends, and if the jackpot special symbol type is a specific symbol, the next time after the jackpot game ends. It may be used as a gaming machine that shifts to a high-probability gaming state that continues until a jackpot game.

Further, in the gaming machine Y of the present embodiment, the variation display of the first special symbol and the variation display of the second special symbol are not executed at the same time (in parallel), and the variation display of the second special symbol has priority. Although it is assumed that it is executed, it may be a gaming machine in which the variable display of the first special symbol and the variable display of the second special symbol are executed at the same time (in parallel).

In addition, the embodiments disclosed this time should be considered to be exemplary in all respects and not restrictive. The scope of the present invention is shown not by the above description but by the scope of claims, and is intended to include the meaning equivalent to the scope of claims and all modifications within the scope.

1 Game machine 5 Game board 9 Audio output device 44 General figure gate 45 1st start port 47 2nd start port 50 Grand prize opening 70 1st image display device (main liquid crystal display)
71 Second image display device (sub liquid crystal display)
110 Main control board 110a Main CPU
110b main ROM
110c main RAM
120 Payout control board 130 Production control board 130a Sub CPU
130b sub ROM
130c sub RAM
140 Display / voice control unit 141 Integrated control unit 141a Integrated CPU
141b integrated ROM
141c integrated RAM
145 Image Control Unit (VDP)
148 Voice control unit

Claims (1)

In a gaming machine provided with a main control means for controlling the progress of a game and a secondary control means for controlling the production of a game based on a command from the main control means.
The main control means
Judgment means for determining whether or not to perform a special game that is advantageous to the player,
With the holding means that can hold the right of the judgment,
Based on the result of the determination, the fluctuation control means for displaying the symbol in a variable manner and then stopping and displaying the symbol, and
A game state control means capable of controlling a normal game state and a specific game state in which the fluctuation time of the fluctuation display is likely to be shorter than that of the normal game state is provided.
The slave control means
An image display means for displaying the held image on the display means in accordance with the above-mentioned rights held, and an image display means for displaying the held image on the display means.
It is provided with an effect executing means for causing the effect means to execute a predetermined notification effect in the progress of the game.
The image display means
It is configured to update the image to be displayed on the display means every time a predetermined frame update timing is reached.
It is possible to perform a change effect that changes the reserved image into a reserved image of a special aspect indicating that the special game is more likely to be performed than the normal aspect.
The change production is
When the number of reserved rights changes, the first change effect executed at the frame update timing according to the reception of the command transmitted from the main control means, and
Includes a second change effect that is executed at a predetermined frame update timing after receiving the command transmitted from the main control means when the variation display of the symbol starts.
The effect executing means is
The notification effect is started at the frame update timing at which the second change effect is started, and the notification effect is performed at a frame update timing different from the frame update timing at which the change in the mode of the reserved image in the second change effect ends. Finished
When the are normally controlled to the playing state, the second is change directing can be performed in a predetermined ratio, said time being controlled to a specific game state, execution of the second variation effect is limited ,
The special aspect of the reserved image is
A first special aspect and a second special aspect indicating that the special game is more likely to be performed than the first special aspect are included.
In the second change production,
The reserved image is not changed to the first special aspect, but the reserved image may be changed to the second special aspect .
A case where the reserved image is changed to the second special aspect by executing a first change suggestion effect suggesting that the reserved image may be changed to the special aspect.
There is a case where a second change suggestion effect having a different suggestion mode from the first change suggestion effect is executed to change to the second special mode.
When the reserved image changes to the second special aspect, the gaming machine is characterized in that the rate at which the first change suggestion effect is executed and the rate at which the second change suggestion effect is executed are different.

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