JP7025761B2 - Pachinko machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine.

In the pachinko gaming machine, a lottery is performed when the game ball is inserted into the starting port, and a liquid crystal display device is used as a means for notifying the result of the lottery, or the following Patent Document 1 As shown in, there were some that used a movable effect device ( for example , a drum).

Here, in the following Patent Document 1, when the power is supplied to the pachinko gaming machine, the movable effect device is driven for a predetermined time, and an initial operation for confirming whether or not there is an abnormality is performed.

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2017-185276

However, in the case of the movable effect device in Cited Document 1, it takes time for the initial operation , and it cannot be said that the initial operation is preferably performed.

In view of such circumstances, it is an object of the present invention to suitably perform an initial operation in a movable effect device .

The gaming machine according to the present invention has a determination means for determining whether or not to perform a special game advantageous to the player, a movable effect device capable of a predetermined operation, and a control related to a predetermined operation of the movable effect device. The movable effect device includes a first movable body and a second movable body different from the first movable body, and includes the first movable body and the second movable body different from the first movable body. The movable body can move in a first direction and a second direction different from the first direction, and the second movable body moves in the first direction. The operation and the operation in a second direction different from the first direction are possible, and the control means can be the first movable body and the second movable body when the power is supplied. The initial movement of the body can be controlled, and in the initial movement, the first movable body is made to perform the movement in the first direction and the second movable body is made to perform the movement in the first direction. In the case, the first movable body and the second movable body are operated at the same time, and the first movable body is operated in the second direction and the second movable body is operated in the second direction. When the movements in the two directions are performed, the period during which one of the first movable body and the second movable body is operated and the other is not operated, and the first movable body and the second movable body are used. It has a period during which both are operated at the same time, and the operation in the first direction of the first movable body and the operation in the first direction of the second movable body are performed first, and the first operation is performed. It is characterized in that the operation of the movable body in the second direction and the operation of the second movable body in the second direction are performed later .

According to the present invention, the initial operation in the movable effect device can be preferably performed.

It is an external front view of the gaming machine which concerns on this invention. It is a front view of the game board which concerns on this invention. It is a block diagram of the gaming machine which concerns on this invention. It is a perspective view of the reel unit which concerns on this invention. It is a figure which shows the correspondence relationship between (a) a symbol arrangement and (b) a symbol design in the inner reel and the outer reel which concerns on this invention. It is a figure which shows the special symbol hit determination table and the ordinary symbol hit determination table which concerns on this invention. It is a figure which shows the relationship between the special symbol determination table, the ordinary symbol determination table, the game state and mode after a hit, and the selectable decorative symbol which concerns on this invention. It is a figure which shows the detail of (a) reference table and (b) table 1 in the special symbol variation pattern table which concerns on this invention. In the special symbol variation pattern table according to the present invention, (c) table 0, (d) table 1-1, (e) table 1-2, (f) table 1-3, and (g) table 1- It is a figure which shows 4. It is a flowchart which shows the main control board main processing which concerns on this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the main control board timer interrupt process which concerns on this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the input SW detection process which concerns on this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the process at the time of detection of the 1st start port which concerns on this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the process at the time of the second start port detection which concerns on this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol related processing which concerns on this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the process at the start of a special symbol change which concerns on this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the processing during special symbol change which concerns on this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the hit game process (the hit game process 1/2) which concerns on this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the hit game process (the hit game process 2/2) which concerns on this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the effect control board timer interrupt process which concerns on this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the main command reception process (main command reception process 1/2) which concerns on this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the main command reception process (main command reception process 2/2) which concerns on this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the reel control processing which concerns on this invention. It is an animation which shows the notification mode which concerns on this invention. This is an animation 1 showing a super reach (car race reach effect) according to the present invention. It is animation 2 which shows the super reach (car race reach production) which concerns on this invention. FIG. 3 is an animation 3 showing a super reach (car race reach effect) according to the present invention. FIG. 4 is an animation 4 showing a super reach (car race reach effect) according to the present invention. FIG. 5 is an animation 5 showing a super reach (car race reach effect) according to the present invention. 6 is an animation 6 showing a super reach (car race reach effect) according to the present invention. FIG. 7 is an animation 7 showing a super reach (car race reach effect) according to the present invention. This is an animation 1 showing a special reach (grand prix race reach production) according to the present invention. This is an animation 2 showing a special reach (grand prix race reach production) according to the present invention. FIG. 3 is an animation 3 showing a special reach (grand prix race reach production) according to the present invention. FIG. 4 is an animation 4 showing a special reach (grand prix race reach production) according to the present invention. FIG. 5 is an animation 5 showing a special reach (grand prix race reach production) according to the present invention. 6 is an animation 6 showing a special reach (grand prix race reach production) according to the present invention. FIG. 7 is an animation 7 showing a special reach (grand prix race reach production) according to the present invention. It is external perspective view of the slot machine which concerns on another example of this invention. This is another animation 1 when the Grand Prix race reach effect of the present invention is executed on a slot machine. This is another animation 2 when the Grand Prix race reach effect of the present invention is executed on a slot machine. This is another animation 3 when the Grand Prix race reach effect of the present invention is executed on a slot machine. It is a time chart which shows the initial operation of the inner reel and the outer reel of this invention. Animation 1 showing the initial operation of the inner reel and the outer reel of the present invention. Animation 2 showing the initial operation of the inner reel and the outer reel of the present invention. FIG. 3 is an animation 3 showing the initial operation of the inner reel and the outer reel of the present invention. FIG. 4 is an animation 4 showing the initial operation of the inner reel and the outer reel of the present invention.

Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be specifically described with reference to the drawings. In the following embodiment, the pachinko gaming machine 1 will be described as an example of the gaming machine according to the present invention. In the following description, "front", "rear", "left", "right", "top", and "bottom" mean the pachinko gaming machine 1 shown in FIG. 1 as viewed from the player side. Pointing.

(External configuration of pachinko gaming machine 1)
As shown in FIG. 1, the pachinko gaming machine 1 is pivotally supported by an outer frame 2 for installing on a gaming machine installation island (not shown) of a game store and a gaming board 6 shown in FIG. A middle frame 3 that holds the game board 3 detachably, a glass frame 4 that is pivotally supported by the middle frame 3 and faces the front side of the game board 6 and makes the game board 6 visible through transparent glass, and a middle frame 3 It is pivotally supported by the glass frame 4, is located below the glass frame 4, and has a saucer member 5 capable of storing a game ball. The glass frame 4 and the saucer member 5 may be configured as a separate type or may be configured as an integrated type.

Further, the middle frame 3 is provided with a launching device 305 (see FIG. 3) for launching the game ball into the gaming area 7 of the game board 6, and launching the launching device 305 to perform a firing operation. A handle 8 is provided. The firing handle 8 is gripped by the player and can be rotated within a predetermined range, and the firing intensity when launching the game ball to the game area 7 can be adjusted by the amount of rotation. It has become. For example, when the ball is rotated by the first momentum (when the firing intensity is the first), the game ball is fired on the left side of the game area 7 (so-called “left-handed” is possible), and the first When the ball is rotated with a second rotation amount larger than the rotation amount of (the second firing strength), the game ball is launched on the right side of the game area 7 (so-called "right-handed strike"). Is possible).

Further, the glass frame 4 is provided with a light emitting device 9 (lamp, LED, etc.), and the pachinko gaming machine 1 can be decorated by light emission. For example, in the "special symbol hit determination process" (see FIG. 16) described later, it is possible to execute an effect of notifying that a hit is achieved by emitting light in rainbow colors based on the determination of a hit. .. Further, the glass frame 4 is provided with a speaker 10 so that voice and sound effects can be output. For example, when the "normal game state" described later is controlled, music corresponding to the "normal game state" can be output, and when the "probability change game state" described later is controlled, the "probability change game state" is controlled. Music according to the "state" can be output.

Further, the saucer member 5 is composed of an upper saucer 5a and a lower saucer 5b, and when the stored amount of the game balls in the upper saucer 5a exceeds a certain amount, the game balls are discharged to the lower saucer 5b. It has become. Further, the saucer member 5 has a ball removal button 11 for discharging the game ball stored in the upper saucer 5a to the lower saucer 5b at the end of the game, and a game ball for a game ball lending device (not shown). A ball lending button 12 for requesting withdrawal, a card return button 13 for requesting the return of the valuable value medium inserted in the game ball lending device, and a balance display unit 12a for displaying the balance of the valuable value medium. Also, a ball lending lamp 12b is provided to notify that the ball lending is possible by operating the ball lending button 12.

Further, the saucer member 5 is provided with an effect button 14 and an effect lever 15 that can be operated by the player when an operation promotion effect is executed. Further, the saucer member 5 can be operated by a player, and can adjust the volume of the sound and sound effects output from the speaker 10, adjust the amount of light emitted from the light emitting device 9, and the lighting device 29 for a board, which will be described later. A cross key button 16 is provided for adjusting the amount of light emitted from the speaker. The effect button 14 and the effect lever 15 may be provided independently or integrally.

Here, examples of the operation promotion effect include a “pre-reach effect” performed before the “reach” described later and a “post-reach effect” performed after the “reach”. As a basic distribution of the effect, the effect button 14 may be operable in both the "pre-reach effect" and the "post-reach effect", and the effect lever 15 is operated in the "post-reach effect". It may be possible. It should be noted that the distribution of the production may be any. For example, the effect lever 15 may be operable as a “pre-reach effect”. Further, although the effect button 14 is provided with the effect button drive device 30 described later, the effect lever 15 may be provided. Further, the effect button drive device 30 may be vibrated, for example, when the decorative symbol described later is temporarily stopped and displayed as "7 symbols, 7 symbols, 7 symbols" or the like, or the above-mentioned "pre-reach effect". Alternatively, it may be vibrated during the "post-reach effect", and when it is determined to be a hit in the "special symbol hit determination process", it may be easily vibrated. Further, the effect button 14 may be continuously pressed, so-called "continuous hitting effect", or may be continuously pressed for a predetermined time, so-called "long-pressed effect".

Here, the "reach" is, for example, the same as the decorative symbol of the inner reel (left) 26a described later and the inner reel (right) 26c described later on the effective line (for example, the center line) described later. (1) A state in which the decorative symbol is temporarily stopped and the inner reel (middle) 26b, which will be described later, is displayed in a variable manner. Then, from this state, if the same decorative symbol as the left and right decorative symbols stops (confirmed display) at the effective line (for example, the center line) as the decorative symbol of the inner reel (middle) 26b described later, it becomes a hit and the left and right If a decorative pattern different from the decorative pattern stops (confirmed display) at the effective line (for example, the center line), it will be lost. In the following, it may be simply described as "reach" or "reach production".

(Structure of game board 6)
As shown in FIG. 2, the game board 6 is made of a veneer material or a synthetic resin material, and a reel unit 26 (see FIG. 4) is detachably attached to a central portion thereof. Further, the game board 6 is formed with a game area 7 on which the game ball can roll, and an outer rail member 18 and an inner rail member 18 for guiding the game ball launched from the launching device 305 to the game area 7. The rail member 19 is formed. Further, in the game area 7, a gate member 20 through which the game ball can pass, a first starting port 21 through which the game ball can enter, a second starting port 22 through which the game ball can enter, and a game ball are located. A normal winning opening 23 that allows entry into a ball, a large winning opening 24 that allows a game ball to enter when a winning game is executed after being determined to be a hit by the "special symbol hit determination process", and a game ball. An out port 25 for discharging to the outside of the area (game ball discharge gutter), a game nail (not shown), a windmill, and the like are provided. A game that is determined to be a hit by the "special symbol hit determination process" and the large winning opening 24 is opened a predetermined number of times is referred to as a "hit game".

(About gate member 20)
The gate member 20 is provided in the right center portion of the game area 7, and allows the game ball to pass when a so-called "right-handed" is performed in which the game ball is launched on the right side of the game area 7. It has become. In addition, it is always open upward, allowing the game ball to pass through at all times. Then, when the game ball passes through the gate member 20, the "passing gate detection processing" described later is performed, and the "normal symbol collision detection processing" for whether or not to open the blade member 22c provided at the second starting port 22 is performed. , And after the lapse of the normal symbol variation time described later, the "ordinary symbol variation game" for deriving the determination result of the "ordinary symbol hit detection process" is executed. If the game ball passes through the gate member 20 while the "normal symbol variation game" based on the passage of the game ball to the gate member 20 is being performed, the "ordinary symbol variation game" based on the passage is executed. Is to be put on hold, and up to 4 can be put on hold, except for the "ordinary symbol fluctuation game" that is being executed. Specifically, in the main RAM 103, a reserved storage area of the "ordinary symbol fluctuation game" is provided, and the reserved storage area is the "relevant storage area" corresponding to the currently fluctuating "ordinary symbol fluctuation game". The "first storage area" corresponding to the "ordinary symbol fluctuation game" performed after the currently fluctuating "ordinary symbol fluctuation game" is completed, and thereafter, the "second storage area" and the "third storage". It is composed of a "region" and a "fourth storage area", and when the currently fluctuating "ordinary symbol fluctuation game" finishes its fluctuation, it is stored in the "relevant storage area" and in the "first storage area". The judgment information (random value) is transferred, the judgment information (random value) stored in the "second storage area" is transferred to the "first storage area", and the "third" is transferred to the "second storage area". The determination information (random value) stored in the "storage area" is transferred, the determination information (random value) stored in the "fourth storage area" is transferred to the "third storage area", and the "fourth storage area" is transferred. "Is empty. Although the "ordinary symbol collision detection process" is not mentioned in the flowchart described later, it is a process performed in the "ordinary symbol-related process" in step S104 of FIG. 11, and is the process performed in the ordinary symbol-related process of FIG. 6 (B) described later. With reference to the symbol hit determination table, it is determined whether the normal symbol is "hit" or "missing". Further, although the gate member 20 uses a member through which the game ball can pass, a gate member 20 through which the game ball can enter may be used by using the ball entry port.

(About the first starting port 21)
The first starting port 21 is provided below the central portion of the game area 7, and the game ball enters when a so-called “left-handed” is performed in which the game ball is launched on the left side of the game area 7. The ball is possible. In addition, it is always open upward, allowing the entry of game balls at all times. Then, when a game ball enters the first starting port 21, for example, three game balls are paid out as prize balls, and in addition to the prize balls, "special symbol collision detection processing" is performed, and the special symbols and the special symbols described later are performed. A "design variation game" is executed in which the decorative symbol is variablely displayed and the determination result (special symbol and decorative symbol) of the "special symbol hit detection process" is displayed (confirmed display) after the variable time described later has elapsed. If a game ball enters the first starting port 21 while the "design variation game" based on the entry into the first starting port 21 is being performed, the "design variation game" based on the entry is further performed. The execution of is put on hold, and up to four can be put on hold, except for the "design variation game" that is being run. Specifically, in the main RAM 103, a hold storage area of the "symbol change game" corresponding to the first start port 21 is provided, and the hold storage area corresponds to the currently changing "design change game". The "corresponding storage area", the "first storage area" corresponding to the "design variation game" performed after the currently fluctuating "symbol variation game" is completed, and thereafter, the "second storage area". It is composed of a "third storage area" and a "fourth storage area". The judgment information (random value) stored in the "second storage area" is transferred to the "first storage area", and the judgment information (random value) stored in the "second storage area" is transferred to the "second storage area". The determination information (random value) stored in the "third storage area" is transferred, the determination information (random value) stored in the "fourth storage area" is transferred to the "third storage area", and the "third storage area" is transferred. "4 Storage area" becomes empty.

(About the second starting port 22)
The second starting port 22 is provided in the lower right portion of the game area 7, and the game ball enters when the so-called "right-handed" in which the game ball is launched on the right side of the game area 7 is performed. The ball is possible. Further, unlike the first starting port 21, the second starting port 22 is not always open upward and, in principle, does not allow the entry of a game ball (in a "closed" state). That is, the second starting port 22 has a blade member 22c that can be opened in the left-right direction, and the game ball can enter only when the blade member 22c is opened in the left-right direction. Whether or not the blade member 22c is opened in the left-right direction to allow the game ball to enter is determined in FIG. 7 (B) described later when it is determined to be a hit by the above-mentioned "ordinary symbol hit determination process". It is possible to open and close by the opening and closing mode shown in "Opening and closing mode of the second starting port" in). Then, when the game ball enters the second starting port 22, for example, the two game balls are paid out as prize balls, and in addition to the prize balls, a "design variation game" is executed. If a game ball enters the second starting port 22 while the "design variation game" based on the entry into the second starting port 22 is being performed, the "design variation game" based on the entry is further performed. The execution of is put on hold, and up to four can be put on hold, except for the "design variation game" that is being run. Specifically, in the main RAM 103, a hold storage area of the "symbol change game" corresponding to the second start port 22 is provided, and the hold storage area corresponds to the currently changing "design change game". The "corresponding storage area", the "first storage area" corresponding to the "design variation game" performed after the currently fluctuating "symbol variation game" is completed, and thereafter, the "second storage area". It is composed of a "third storage area" and a "fourth storage area". The stored determination information (random value) is transferred, the determination information (random value) stored in the "second storage area" is transferred to the "first storage area", and the "second storage area" is ". The determination information (random value) stored in the "third storage area" is transferred, the determination information (random value) stored in the "fourth storage area" is transferred to the "third storage area", and the "fourth storage area" is transferred. The "storage area" becomes empty.

Here, in the present embodiment, a game ball enters the first starting port 21 and the second starting port 22, and "special symbol collision detection processing" is performed, and the special symbol described later and the decorative symbol described later are displayed in a variable manner. Then, after the fluctuation time has elapsed, a series of steps such as displaying (confirming display) the judgment result (special symbol and decorative symbol) of the "special symbol collision detection process" is called "symbol variation game", or simply, It may be called "1 variable game".

When the game ball of "1" enters the first starting port 21, the game ball of "1" enters in the "first special symbol display 27a" and the "reel unit 26". When the "design variation game" based on the above is executed and the game ball of "1" enters the second starting port 22, the "second special symbol display 27b" and the "reel unit 26" A "design variation game" based on the entry of the game ball of "1" is executed. Therefore, the "design variation game" is a general term for games played by the "first special symbol display 27a" and the "reel unit 26", and the "second special symbol display 27b" and the "reel unit". 26 "is a general term for games played in.

Further, in the present embodiment, after the variation time in the "symbol variation game" has elapsed, the determination result (special symbol and decorative symbol) of the "special symbol collision detection process" is displayed (derived) (special symbol and). It is called "confirmed display" of the decorative design). On the other hand, in the "design variation game", temporarily stopping (deriving) the decorative symbol before the variation time elapses is referred to as "temporary stop display" of the decorative symbol. Examples of the "temporary stop display" include the case of "reach" described later and the "sway fluctuation display" before the "confirmed display". The "sway fluctuation display" before the "confirmed display" means that the decorative symbol is "temporarily stopped" with, for example, "7 symbols / blank symbols / 7 symbols", and is "7 symbols / blank symbols / 7 symbols" as it is. "Confirmed display" with, or once "temporary stop display" is displayed for the loss of "7 symbols / blank symbols / 7 symbols", and then reverse effect is performed to "7 symbols / 7 symbols / 7 symbols". After displaying, "7 symbols, 7 symbols, 7 symbols" is "confirmed display", or it is a variable display performed at the branch point. The details of the "special design" and the "decorative design" will be described later.

(Regarding the ordinary winning opening 23)
The normal winning openings 23 are provided in a total of four, three in the lower left of the game area 7 and one in the lower right, and the three ordinary winning openings 23 in the lower left are so-called "left-handed". If it is, the game ball can be entered, and the one normal winning opening 23 at the lower right can be entered when the so-called "right-handed" is performed. ing. Further, the normal winning opening 23 is always open upward like the first starting opening 21, and is always allowed to enter a game ball. Then, when a game ball enters the normal winning opening 23, for example, eight game balls are paid out as prize balls. The arrangement position of the ordinary winning openings 23 can be arbitrarily changed, and the number may be less than four. In addition, the number of prize balls can be changed arbitrarily. For example, when a game ball enters the three ordinary winning openings 23 in the lower left, eight game balls are paid out as prize balls, and one in the lower right. When a game ball enters the ordinary winning opening 23, three game balls may be paid out as prize balls.

(About the big prize opening 24)
The large winning opening 24 is provided below the second starting opening 22, and a game ball can be entered when a so-called “right-handed” is performed. Further, the large winning opening 24 has an opening / closing door 24c, and when it is determined to be a hit in the "special symbol hit determination process", a hit game is executed and the opening / closing door 24c is tilted to the front side. Allows game balls to enter. Then, when a game ball enters the large prize opening 24, for example, 10 game balls are paid out as prize balls. Here, in the winning game, the opening / closing door 24c of the large winning opening 24 is opened (tilted to the front side) over the number of granted rounds shown in FIG. Then, per round, it is opened over 29.5S (tilted to the front side), and when the entry of 10 game balls is detected by the large winning opening detection SW24a described later before the passage of 29.5S, the passage of 29.5S has passed. Even before, the opening / closing door 24c is closed, the process proceeds to the next round, and this is repeated for the specified number of rounds. On the other hand, if 29.5S elapses (so-called "attacker full open") before the entry of 10 game balls is detected by the large winning opening detection SW24a, the opening / closing door 24c is closed and the next round proceeds. It will be. In this case, one round game ends without reaching the specified number of balls entered per round of ten, which is disadvantageous to the player. In the present embodiment, the opening / closing door 24c that tilts to the front side is used as the large winning opening 24, but a so-called "electric tulip" may be used, or a "shutter member" that advances and retreats in the front-rear direction is used. May be good. Further, in the present embodiment, the board surface configuration is such that one large winning opening 24 is arranged, but a board surface configuration in which two large winning openings 24 are arranged may be used.

(About reel unit 26)
The reel unit 26 is provided in the central portion of the game board 6 (in FIG. 2, a part of the reel unit 26 can be visually recognized through the opening of the display window 26 m), and the above-mentioned "design variation" is provided. "Game" can be executed. That is, based on the fact that the game ball enters the first starting port 21 or the second starting port 22, the "special symbol collision determination process" is performed, and a command indicating a special symbol variation pattern described later is received. The inner reel (left) 26a, the inner reel (middle) 26b, and the inner reel (right) 26c are rotated. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 3, under the control of the effect control board 200, the inner reel (left) 26a is rotated by driving the solenoid (left) 26g, and the solenoid (middle) 26h is driven. The inner reel (middle) 26b is rotated and the solenoid (right) 26i is driven to rotate the inner reel (right) 26c. The inner reel (left) 26a, the inner reel (middle) 26b, and the inner reel (right) 26c are capable of forward rotation and reverse rotation.

Further, depending on the command indicating the special symbol variation pattern described later, the outer reel (left) 26d, the outer reel (middle) 26e, and the outer reel (right) 26f may be rotated. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 3, by controlling the effect control board 200, the solenoid (left) 26j is driven to rotate the outer reel (left) 26d, and the solenoid (middle) 26k is driven. The outer reel (middle) 26e is rotated and the solenoid (right) 26l is driven to rotate the outer reel (right) 26f. The outer reel (left) 26d, the outer reel (middle) 26e, and the outer reel (right) 26f are also capable of forward rotation and reverse rotation.

That is, when the game ball enters the first starting port 21 or the second starting port 22, the "special symbol collision determination process" is performed, and when a command indicating the special symbol variation pattern described later is received, the inner reel (left). ) 26a, the inner reel (middle) 26b, and the inner reel (right) 26c always rotate, and the outer reel (left) 26d, the outer reel (middle) 26e, and the outer reel (right) 26f rotate ( There are cases where it does not rotate (variation) and cases where it does not rotate (variation).

Then, for example, when the inner reel (left) 26a, the inner reel (middle) 26b, and the inner reel (right) 26c are rotating, the fluctuation time described later elapses, and when the symbol stop command described later is received, it is basic. The reels are stopped in the order of the inner reel (left) 26a, the inner reel (right) 26c, and the inner reel (middle) 26b. The inner reel (left) 26a, inner reel (middle) 26b, inner reel (right) 26c, and outer reel (left) 26d, outer reel (middle) 26e, and outer reel (right) 26f are independent of each other. It can be rotated, or it can be rotated at the same time. In the following, the inner reel (left) 26a, the inner reel (middle) 26b, and the inner reel (right) 26c may be collectively referred to simply as the "inner reel", and the outer reel (left) 26d and the outer reel. (Middle) 26e and outer reel (right) 26f are collectively referred to as "outer reel". Further, the inner reel (left) 26a and the outer reel (left) 26d may be collectively referred to as "left reel", and the inner reel (middle) 26b and the outer reel (middle) 26e are collectively referred to simply as "". Sometimes referred to as "middle reel", the inner reel (right) 26c and the outer reel (right) 26f are collectively referred to as "right reel".

In the present embodiment, the outer reel (left) 26d, the outer reel (middle) 26e, and the outer reel (right) 26f correspond to the "first rotating body", and the inner reel (left) 26a and the inner reel (middle). ) 26b and the inner reel (right) 26c correspond to the "second rotating body".

Further, regardless of whether the game ball enters the first start port 21 or the game ball enters the second start port 22, the "inner reel" is rotated (the special symbol display is different). However, the "inner reel" used in the reel unit 26 is common). Similarly, regardless of whether the game ball enters the first starting port 21 or the game ball enters the second starting port 22, the "outer reel" may be rotated in common (special symbol). Although the display is different, the "outer reel" used in the reel unit 26 is common). Then, when the fluctuation time elapses, if it is a hit, for example, in the "inner reel", the symbol combination of "7 symbols, 7 symbols, 7 symbols" is confirmed and displayed to notify that it is a hit. On the other hand, in the case of a loss, for example, the symbol combination of "7 symbols / blank symbols / 7 symbols" is confirmed and displayed to notify that the loss occurs. In addition, the reel unit 26 makes it possible to visually recognize a part of the symbols through the display window 26 m, and the symbols are displayed at three places of "upper", "middle", and "lower" of the visible "left reel". It can be stopped. Similarly, the symbols can be stopped at the "top", "middle", and "bottom" of the "middle reel" and at the "top", "middle", and "bottom" of the "right reel". In addition, the top line connecting the "top" of the "left reel", the "top" of the "middle reel", and the "top" of the "right reel" with a straight line, and the "middle" of the "left reel", The center line connecting the "middle" of the "middle reel" and the "middle" of the "right reel" with a straight line, the "bottom" of the "left reel", the "bottom" of the "middle reel", and the "right" The bottom line connecting the "bottom" of the "reel" with a straight line, the "top" of the "left reel", the "middle" of the "middle reel", and the "bottom" of the "right reel" are connected with a straight line. A total of 5 lines are effective: a downward-sloping line, a "lower" of the "left reel", a "middle" of the "middle reel", and an upward-sloping line connecting the "upper" of the "right reel" with a straight line. It is a line (a line that can confirm and display a combination of hit or missed symbols). In the following, the stoptable points on each reel may be simply represented by "upper", "middle", and "lower".

(About the outline of the structure of the reel unit 26)
Here, the outline of the structure of the reel unit 26 will be described with reference to FIGS. 4 and 5. FIG. 4 is a perspective view of the reel unit 26, and FIG. 5 shows a design arrangement of the reel sheet attached to the “inner reel” and the reel sheet attached to the “outer reel” in the reel unit 26. It is a figure which shows the correspondence | correspondence with the symbol arrangement and the actual symbol design.

As shown in FIG. 4, the reel unit 26 is provided so as to surround the cylindrical inner reel (left) 26a and the outer peripheral surface of the inner reel (left) 26a (in a double-layered structure). A cylinder provided so as to surround the outer peripheral surface of the cylindrical outer reel (left) 26d, the cylindrical inner reel (middle) 26b, and the inner reel (middle) 26b (in a double-layered structure). Cylindrical shape provided so as to surround the outer peripheral surface of the outer reel (middle) 26e of the shape, the inner reel (right) 26c of the cylindrical shape, and the outer peripheral surface of the inner reel (right) 26c. It is composed of the outer reel (right) 26f of the above, and although not shown in FIG. 4, a total of 6 solenoids for driving the respective "inner reel" and "outer reel" are provided. .. Here, the "outer reel" is provided so as to surround the outer peripheral surface of the "inner reel", but in the reel sheet attached to the "outer reel", a transmission region (described later, "" Since the "non-decorative surface") is provided, the symbols arranged on the reel sheet attached to the "inner reel" can be visually recognized through this transparent region.

As shown in FIG. 5A, the reel seats of the "inner reel" are a reel seat for the inner reel (left) 26a, a reel seat for the inner reel (middle) 26b, and an inner reel (right) 26c. It is composed of the reel seats of the above, and the symbols are arranged from the symbol positions "0" to "11" respectively. From the symbol positions "0" to "11" in the reel seat for the inner reel (left) 26a, the reel seat for the inner reel (middle) 26b, and the reel seat for the inner reel (right) 26c. The arranged symbols are called "decorative symbols". Specifically, the reel sheet attached to the inner reel (left) 26a has "GO symbol" at the symbol position "0", "GO symbol" at the symbol position "1", and symbol position "2". "7 symbols", symbol position "3" is "blank symbol", symbol position "4" is "7 symbols", symbol position "5" is "blank symbol", symbol position "6" is "blank symbol" "Female character symbol", "Blank symbol" at symbol position "7", "Male character symbol" at symbol position "8", "Blank symbol" at symbol position "9", "Blank symbol" at symbol position "10" A "blank symbol" is arranged at the "special blank symbol" and the symbol position "11". Next, the reel sheet attached to the inner reel (middle) 26b has a "special blank symbol" at the symbol position "0", a "blank symbol" at the symbol position "1", and a symbol position "2". "Male character symbol", symbol position "3" is "female character symbol", symbol position "4" is "blank symbol", symbol position "5" is "7 symbol", symbol position is "6" "7 symbols", symbol position "7" is "GO symbol", symbol positions "8", "9", "10" are "special reach development suggestion symbols", symbol position "11" is "11" "Blank pattern" is arranged. Next, the reel sheet attached to the inner reel (right) 26c has a "special blank symbol" at the symbol position "0", a "blank symbol" at the symbol position "1", and a symbol position "2". "Male character symbol", symbol position "3" is "blank symbol", symbol position "4" is "female character symbol", symbol position "5" is "blank symbol", symbol position is "6" "7 symbols", symbol position "7" is "blank symbol", symbol position "8" is "7 symbols", symbol position "9" is "GO symbol", symbol position "10" is "GO" A "blank symbol" is arranged at the "symbol" and the symbol position "11".

If the result of performing the "special symbol hit determination process" is a hit, a symbol combination consisting of "GO symbol / GO symbol / GO symbol" (single line alignment or double line alignment), "7 symbols / 7" Design combination consisting of "design 7 symbols" (single line alignment or double line alignment), symbol combination consisting of "female character symbol / female character symbol / female character symbol" (single line alignment), "male character symbol / male character" It is possible to confirm and display any of the symbol combinations (single line alignment) consisting of "symbols / male character symbols". On the other hand, if the result of the "special symbol collision detection process" is a loss, for example, the symbol combination of "GO symbol / male character symbol / blank symbol" can be confirmed and displayed without reaching, and the reach can be determined. If accompanied, for example, "7 symbols, blank symbols, 7 symbols" can be confirmed and displayed. The "blank symbol", "special blank symbol", and "special reach development suggestion symbol" are not symbols used as a symbol combination (confirmed display) at the time of hitting, but "special blank symbol" and "special reach development". "Suggestion pattern" may be used during reach (details of the production will be described later).

Further, as shown in FIG. 5 (b), the "GO symbol" in the inner reel is designed as "GO" in the actual symbol design, and the "7 symbol" is designed as "7" in the actual symbol design. "Blank design" is designed as "a design that imitates a road" in the actual design, and "female character design" is designed as "female character" in the actual design. The "male character design" is designed as a "male character" in the actual design, and the "special blank design" is a "checker design" in the actual design (described later, the start line and goal line). (Playing the role of) is designed, and the "special reach development suggestion design" is designed as "GP RACE" in the actual design.

As shown in FIG. 5A, the reel seats of the "outer reel" are a reel seat for the outer reel (left) 26d, a reel seat for the outer reel (middle) 26e, and an outer reel (right) 26f. It is composed of the reel seats of the above, and the symbols are arranged at the symbol positions "0" to "11", respectively. From the symbol positions "0" to "11" in the reel seat for the outer reel (left) 26d, the reel seat for the outer reel (middle) 26e, and the reel seat for the outer reel (right) 26f. The arranged symbols are called "directed symbols". Specifically, the reel sheet attached to the outer reel (left) 26d has the symbol positions "0", "1", "2", "chance suggestion symbol", and the symbol position "3". "4", "5" are "non-decorative surface", symbol position "6", "7", "8" are "mob car symbol A", symbol position "9", "10" The "mob car symbol B" is placed at the number "11". Next, the reel sheet attached to the outer reel (middle) 26e has the symbol positions "0", "1", "2", the "PUSH button symbol", and the symbol positions "3", "4". , "5" for "non-decorative surface", symbol positions "6", "7", "8" for "hero character car symbol", symbol positions "9", "10", The "V symbol" is arranged at the "11" number. Next, the reel sheet attached to the outer reel (right) 26f has the symbol positions "0", "1", "2", "competitive character A car symbol", and the symbol position "3". "4", "5" are "non-decorative surface", symbol positions are "6", "7", "8" are "competitive character C car symbols", symbol positions are "9", "10" "Competitive character B car design" is placed at "" and "11". That is, in any of the reel seat for the outer reel (left) 26d, the reel seat for the outer reel (middle) 26e, and the reel seat for the outer reel (right) 26f, approximately three symbol positions are used. It forms one "directing pattern". As described above, this is the case where the "non-decorative surface" is not particularly drawn with a pattern or the like and is simply provided as a transparent area, and in particular, when the effect using the "outer reel" is not performed. "Non-decorative surface" is "top", "middle", "bottom" of "left reel", "top", "middle", "bottom" of "middle reel", "right reel" It stops at three places, "upper", "middle", and "lower", so that the variable display of the symbol on the "inner reel" can be visually recognized. In addition, also in other "directing symbols", the region where the symbol is provided is a non-transparent region, but the region where the symbol is not provided is a transmission region. It is also possible to visually recognize the variable display of the design. Details and effects of other "directed designs" will be described later.

Further, as shown in FIG. 5 (b), the "chance suggestion symbol" on the outer reel is designed as "helicopter" and "Change!" In the actual design, and the "mob car symbol A" is. In the actual design, "the car drawn as No. 12" is designed, and in the actual design, "Mob car design B" is designed as "the car drawn as No. 17". "PUSH button design" is designed as "Push" in the actual design, "Main character car design" is designed as "Main character car" in the actual design, and "V design" is. , "V" and "VICTORY" are designed in the actual design, and "Competitive character A car design" is designed as "Car drawn as No. 60" in the actual design. "Competitive character C car design" is designed as "car drawn as No. 18" in the actual design, and "Competitive character B car design" is designed as "car drawn as No. 13" in the actual design. Is designed. Since the "non-decorative surface" is a design without any such design, the description is omitted in FIG. 5 (b).

Although not shown in FIG. 4, the "upper", "middle", and "lower" parts of the "left reel" and the "upper", "middle", and "lower" parts of the "middle reel" are shown. , A total of 9 backlights are provided so that they are located on the back side of the reel seat at each of the "top", "middle", and "bottom" of the "right reel", and the design can be visually recognized. It is improving the sex. Further, the backlight is composed of a full-color LED, and can emit light in different colors depending on the game state under the control of the effect control board 200. For example, in the "normal game state", the backlight is turned on in white, and 100 rotations after the hit game in the "special symbol D", "special symbol E", and "special symbol H" described later (probability variation game state). ), The backlight is turned on in green, and if it is 100 rotations after the winning game with the "special symbol G" described later (time-saving game state), the backlight is turned on in green and the "special symbol" described later is turned on. If it is 30 rotations after the hit game in "A" (short-time game state), the backlight is turned on in light blue (lights in white from the 31st rotation), and after the hit game in "Special Symbol B" described later. If it is 30 rotations (probability change game state), turn on the backlight in light blue (lights in white from the 31st rotation), and after the hit game with "Special Symbol C" described later, 30 rotations (probability change game state). If there is, turn on the backlight in light blue (turn on in green from the 31st rotation). In a gaming machine that uses a liquid crystal display device without using a reel, the same thing can be performed with the background color of the liquid crystal display device instead of the backlight.

(About the symbol display device 27)
The configuration of the game board 6 will be described again with reference to FIG. The symbol display device 27 is provided outside the game area (outside the outer rail member 18) of the game board 6, which is a region different from the game area 7. As shown in FIG. 3, the symbol display device 27 is displayed and controlled by the main control board 100, and a first game is executed based on the game ball entering the first starting port 21. A special symbol display 27a and a second special symbol display 27b for executing a "symbol variation game" based on a game ball entering the second starting port 22 are provided. Here, the first special symbol display 27a and the second special symbol display 27b are composed of a "7" segment display, and in the "design variation game", the special symbol is changed from the start of variation to "-". "(Horizontal bar symbol) blinks, and when it is time to derive the determination result of the" special symbol hit detection process ", if there is a loss,"-"(horizontal bar symbol) is lit up (confirmed display) and hit. If there is, for example, "7" is turned on (confirmed display). That is, the "special symbol" refers to a symbol whose display is controlled by the main control board 100. In the present embodiment, the "special symbol", the above-mentioned "decorative symbol", and the above-mentioned "directing symbol" may be simply referred to as "design" or "identification information".

Further, as shown in FIG. 3, the symbol display device 27 is displayed and controlled by the main control board 100, and the "symbol variation game" based on the game ball entering the first starting port 21 is suspended. The first special symbol hold indicator 27c that displays the number, and the second special symbol hold indicator 27d that displays the number of holds of the "symbol fluctuation game" based on the game ball entering the second starting port 22. Is provided. Here, the first special symbol hold indicator 27c and the second special symbol hold indicator 27d are each composed of two dot LED indicators, which are "off", "lit", and "blinking". It is possible to display the number of holds. For example, if the number of holds is "0", all dot LED indicators are "turned off", and if the number of holds is "1", one is "turned on" and the other is "turned off". However, if the number of holds is "2", both are "lit", and if the number of holds is "3", one is "lit" and the other is "blinking", and the number of holds is If it is "4", both are "blinking". Further, the first special symbol hold indicator 27c is always synchronized with the number of holds lit by the first special symbol hold indicator lamp 31 described later, and the second special symbol hold indicator 27d is the second special described later. Be sure to synchronize with the number of holds displayed on the symbol hold display lamp 32. For example, when the first special symbol hold indicator 27c both “blinks” (when the number of holds is four), four first special symbol hold indicator lamps 31 light up.

Further, as shown in FIG. 3, the symbol display device 27 is displayed and controlled by the main control board 100, and executes a "normal symbol variation game" based on the passage of the game ball to the gate member 20. A display 27e is provided. Here, the ordinary symbol display 27e is composed of two dot LED indicators, and in the "ordinary symbol fluctuation game", one is turned on and the other is turned off from the start of fluctuation, and one is turned off. When it is time to repeatedly execute the mode of turning off the light and turning on the other to derive the judgment result of the "normal symbol collision detection process", if there is a loss, one is turned on and the other is turned off. If so, a definite display is performed in which one is turned off and the other is turned on.

Further, as shown in FIG. 3, the symbol display device 27 is displayed and controlled by the main control board 100, and the number of hold of the "ordinary symbol variation game" based on the passage of the game ball through the gate member 20 is displayed on the symbol display device 27. An ordinary symbol holding display 27f for displaying is provided. The normal symbol hold indicator 27f is composed of two dot LED indicators, like the first special symbol hold indicator 27c and the second special symbol hold indicator 27d described above, and is the number of holds. Since the display mode of the above is the same, detailed description thereof will be omitted.

Further, as shown in FIG. 3, the symbol display device 27 is displayed and controlled by the main control board 100, and indicates the number of times the large winning opening 24 is opened in the above-mentioned winning game. A round display 27g for displaying "see number)" is provided. Here, the round display 27g is composed of two dot LED indicators, one of which lights up when "7 rounds of winning game" is executed, and the other of which is "16 rounds of winning game". Lights up when "" is executed. In this embodiment, since the game includes "7 rounds of winning games" and "16 rounds of winning games", it is composed of two dot LED indicators. Depending on the number, the number of dot LED indicators can also be changed. For example, when three types of hit games are provided as hit games, it can be configured with three dot LED indicators.

(About the first special symbol hold indicator lamp 31)
The first special symbol hold display lamp 31 is provided below the reel unit 26, and as shown in FIG. 3, the display is controlled by the effect control board 200, and the game ball enters the first starting port 21. It is provided so that the number of pending "design fluctuation games" based on the reels can be notified. That is, the first special symbol hold indicator lamp 31 is composed of four LEDs, and when one LED is lit, it notifies that the number of holds of the "design change game" is one. However, if the two LEDs are lit, it is notified that the number of hold of the "design variation game" is 2, and if the three LEDs are lit, the "symbol variation game" is displayed. It notifies that the number of holds is 3, and when the 4 LEDs are lit, it notifies that the number of holds of the "design variation game" is 4.

(About the second special symbol hold indicator lamp 32)
The second special symbol hold display lamp 32 is provided below the reel unit 26, and as shown in FIG. 3, the display is controlled by the effect control board 200, and the game ball enters the second starting port 22. It is provided so that the number of pending "design fluctuation games" based on the reels can be notified. That is, the second special symbol hold indicator lamp 32 is composed of four LEDs, and when one LED is lit, it notifies that the number of holds of the "design change game" is one. However, if the two LEDs are lit, it is notified that the number of hold of the "design variation game" is 2, and if the three LEDs are lit, the "symbol variation game" is displayed. It notifies that the number of holds is 3, and when the 4 LEDs are lit, it notifies that the number of holds of the "design variation game" is 4.

(Internal configuration of pachinko gaming machine 1)
The pachinko gaming machine 1 has a main control board 100, an effect control board 200, a payout control board 300, and a power supply board 400 mounted on the rear side of the middle frame 3. Then, as shown in FIG. 3, the main control board 100 and the effect control board 200 communicate only in one direction from the main control board 100 to the effect control board 200 via a harness or the like (not shown). Is connected so that it is possible. Further, the main control board 100 and the payout control board 300 are connected via a harness or the like so as to enable bidirectional communication. Further, the power supply board 400 receives the supply of external power via a power plug (not shown), and supplies the supplied external power to any of the main control board 100, the effect control board 200, and the payout control board 300. Even if it is connected so that it can be supplied.

Further, as shown in FIG. 3, the main control board 100 is connected via a harness, a relay board, etc. so that input from various SWs is possible, and display control to various indicators is performed. And so that drive control to various solenoids is possible, they are connected via harnesses, relay boards, etc., respectively. Further, the effect control board 200 is connected via a harness, a relay board, etc. so that input from various SWs can be performed, and the harness and the relay board can be controlled to various devices. It is connected via etc.

(About the main control board 100)
As shown in FIG. 3, the main control board 100 includes a main CPU 101 that performs control processing, a main ROM 102 that stores a control program required for the control processing, and a main that can read and write necessary for the control processing. A RAM 103 is provided. Although not shown, it also includes an interrupt controller circuit that applies an interrupt signal to the main CPU 101, a hard random number generation circuit that generates a random number in a certain range, and the like. The control process in the main CPU 101 will be described in detail later with reference to a flowchart.

(About the production control board 200)
As shown in FIG. 3, the effect control board 200 has a sub CPU 201 that performs an effect control process, a sub ROM 202 that stores a control program required for the effect control process, and reads and writes necessary for the effect control process. A possible sub RAM 203 is provided. Although not shown, it also includes an interrupt controller circuit that applies an interrupt signal to the sub CPU 201, a hard random number generation circuit that generates a random number in a certain range, and the like. Further, examples of the effect control include drive control of the reel unit 26, audio output control of the speaker 10, and emission control of the light emitting device 9 and the panel lighting device 29 described later, which are responsible for the sound output control of the speaker 10. A lamp CPU, a lamp ROM, a lamp RAM, and the like that control the light emission of the sound source IC, the voice ROM, the voice RAM, the light emitting device 9, and the lighting device 29 for the panel are provided. The control process in the sub CPU 201 will be described in detail later with reference to a flowchart.

(About the payout control board 300)
As shown in FIG. 3, the payout control board 300 has a payout CPU 301 that performs a payout control process, a payout ROM 302 that stores a control program required for the payout control process, and read / write necessary for the payout control process. A possible payout RAM 303 is provided. Further, a payout device 304 is connected to the payout control board 300 via a harness or the like, and by controlling the payout device 304, the game ball is paid out to the upper tray 5a. More specifically, in the main control board 100, for example, when the information that the game ball is detected from the first start port detection SW21a described later is input, the main control board 100 pays out three prize balls. A payout command signal is transmitted from the payout control board 300 to the payout control board 300, and the payout control board 300 that receives the payout control board 300 pays out three prize balls to the upper tray 5a by controlling the payout device 304. Then, when the payout of the three prize balls is completed, the payout completion signal is transmitted from the payout control board 300 to the main control board 100, and the information that the game ball is detected is input from the first start port detection SW21a. Complete the payout of the game ball to.

Further, the launch handle 8 is connected to the payout control board 300 via a harness or the like, and the launch handle 8 is gripped by the player and the rotation amount of the launch handle 8 described above is input. It has become like. Further, a launching device 305 is connected to the payout control board 300 via a harness or the like, and by controlling the launching device 305, a game ball is launched into the game area 7. More specifically, when the payout control board 300 is gripped by the player from the launch handle 8 and the rotation amount of the launch handle 8 is input, the payout control board 300 corresponds to the rotation amount of the launch handle 8. The launching device 305 is controlled by the firing intensity to launch a game ball. Further, although not shown in FIG. 3, the payout control board 300 is connected via a ball lending unit or the like so as to be able to receive an input signal from the ball lending button 12 shown in FIG. When the lending button 12 is operated by the player, the payout control board 300 controls the payout device 304, so that the number of game balls corresponding to one operation of the ball lending button 12 (for example, 125 balls) To the upper saucer 5a.

(About power supply board 400)
As shown in FIG. 3, a main control board 100, an effect control board 200, and a payout control board 300 are connected to the power supply board 400 via a harness or the like, and as described above, a power supply plug (not shown). The external power is supplied via the main control board 100, the effect control board 200, and the payout control board 300. Although not shown, the power supply board 400 is provided with a conversion circuit or the like for converting external power (AC 100 volt) into DC 24 volt.

(About frame opening detection SW3a)
The frame opening detection SW3a is provided on the outer frame 2 and the middle frame 3, respectively, and is a SW for detecting the open / closed state of the middle frame 3. That is, the frame opening detection SW3a and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and are closed when the middle frame 3 is housed in the outer frame 2 (closed state). Information on the state will be input to the main control board 100. Then, the main control board 100 into which the information in the closed state is input can detect that the middle frame 3 is housed in the outer frame 2. On the other hand, when the middle frame 3 is not housed in the outer frame 2 (open state), the above-mentioned closed state information is not input to the main control board 100 and is not input, so that the main control board is not input. 100 can detect that the middle frame 3 is not housed with respect to the outer frame 2.

(About gate detection SW20a)
The gate detection SW 20a is provided inside the passage port of the gate member 20 of the game board 6, and is a SW for detecting that the game ball has passed through the gate member 20. That is, the gate detection SW 20a and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and when the passage of the game ball is detected, the detected information is input to the main control board 100. Become. Then, the main control board 100 into which the detected information is input does not execute the "ordinary symbol fluctuation game" on the ordinary symbol reservation display 27f, and the number of reservations of the "ordinary symbol fluctuation game" is 0. In that case, it is controlled to immediately execute the "ordinary symbol fluctuation game", and if the number of reservations of the "ordinary symbol fluctuation game" is 1 to 3, the execution of the "ordinary symbol fluctuation game" is suspended. When the number of hold of the "normal symbol change game" is 4, control is performed so that the execution of the "normal symbol change game" is not held.

(About the first start port detection SW21a)
The first starting port detection SW 21a is provided inside the winning opening of the first starting opening 21 of the game board 6, and is a SW for detecting that the game ball has entered the first starting opening 21. That is, the first start port detection SW21a and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and when the entry of a game ball is detected, the detected information is input to the main control board 100. Will be done. Then, the main control board 100 into which the detected information is input is subjected to a process for paying out three game balls to the payout control board 300 as prize balls due to the game balls entering the first starting port 21. conduct. Further, when the main control board 100 detects the entry of a game ball, neither the first special symbol display 27a nor the second special symbol display 27b is executing the "symbol fluctuation game". If the number of holds of the first special symbol hold indicator 27c and the second special symbol hold indicator 27d is 0, the "design change game" is immediately executed on the first special symbol display 27a. Controlled to suspend the execution of the "symbol variation game" when the number of "symbol variation game" hold on the first special symbol hold indicator 27c is 1 to 3, and the first special symbol hold. When the number of hold of the "design variation game" on the display 27c is 4, control is performed so that the execution of the "symbol variation game" is not held. Further, when the first start opening detection SW21a detects the entry of the game ball, the main control board 100 transmits a first start opening winning command (see FIG. 13) to the effect control board 200, and the "design variation game". At the start of ", a first start port hold command (command indicating that the hold has decreased) is transmitted to the effect control board 200. As a result, the effect control board 200 can also recognize the number of holds of the "design change game" in the first special symbol hold display 27c.

(About the second start port detection SW22a)
The second starting port detection SW 22a is provided inside the winning opening of the second starting opening 22, and is a SW for detecting that the game ball has entered the second starting opening 22. That is, the second start port detection SW22a and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and when the entry of a game ball is detected, the detected information is input to the main control board 100. Will be done. Then, the main control board 100 in which the detected information is input is subjected to a process for paying out the two game balls to the payout control board 300 as prize balls due to the game balls entering the second starting port 22. conduct. Further, when the main control board 100 detects the entry of a game ball, neither the first special symbol display 27a nor the second special symbol display 27b is executing the "symbol fluctuation game". When the number of holds of the second special symbol hold display 27d is 0, the second special symbol display 27b is immediately controlled to execute the "design change game", and the second special symbol hold display is displayed. When the number of holds of the "symbol change game" in the device 27d is 1 to 3, the execution of the "design change game" is controlled to be held, and the "design change game" in the second special symbol hold display 27d is held. When the number of holds is 4, control is performed so that the execution of the "design variation game" is not held. Further, when the second start opening detection SW22a detects the entry of the game ball, the main control board 100 transmits a second start opening winning command (see FIG. 14) to the effect control board 200, and the "design variation game". At the start of "", a second start port hold command (command indicating that the hold has decreased) is transmitted to the effect control board 200. As a result, the effect control board 200 can also recognize the number of holds of the "design change game" on the second special symbol hold display 27d.

(About the second starting port opening / closing solenoid 22b)
The second starting port opening / closing solenoid 22b is provided behind the second starting port 22 and is a solenoid for causing the blade member 22c provided in the above-mentioned second starting port 22 to perform an opening / closing operation. That is, the second start port opening / closing solenoid 22b and the main control board 100 are connected to each other via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the main control board 100 is determined to be a hit by the above-mentioned "ordinary symbol hit determination process". In this case, the second start port opening / closing solenoid 22b is driven and controlled in order to open / close in the opening / closing mode shown in the “second starting port opening / closing mode” of FIG. 7 (B).

(Regarding normal winning opening detection SW23a)
The normal winning opening detection SW23a is provided inside the winning opening of the ordinary winning opening 23 of the game board 6, and is a SW for detecting that the game ball has entered the ordinary winning opening 23. That is, the normal winning opening detection SW23a and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and when the entry of a game ball is detected, the detected information is input to the main control board 100. Will be. Then, the main control board 100 into which the detected information is input performs a process for paying out eight game balls to the payout control board 300 as prize balls due to the game balls entering the normal winning opening 23. ..

(About the large winning opening detection SW24a)
The large winning opening detection SW 24a is provided inside the winning opening of the large winning opening 24 of the game board 6, and is a SW for detecting that the game ball has entered the large winning opening 24. That is, the large winning opening detection SW24a and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and when the entry of a game ball is detected, the detected information is input to the main control board 100. Will be. Then, the main control board 100 into which the detected information is input performs a process for paying out 10 game balls to the payout control board 300 as prize balls due to the game balls entering the large winning opening 24. .. Further, the main control board 100 transmits a large winning opening winning command indicating that the game ball has entered the large winning opening 24 to the effect control board 200. As a result, the effect control board 200 can also recognize the entry status of the game ball into the large winning opening 24.

(About the large winning opening opening / closing solenoid 24b)
The large winning opening opening / closing solenoid 24b is provided behind the large winning opening 24, and is a solenoid for causing the opening / closing door 24c provided in the above-mentioned large winning opening 24 to perform an opening / closing operation. That is, the large winning opening opening / closing solenoid 24b and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and when the main control board 100 is determined to be a hit by the "special symbol hit determination process", In order to open and close the opening / closing door 24c over the number of rounds given in FIG. 7A, which will be described later, the large winning opening opening / closing solenoid 24b is driven and controlled.

(About the 1st special symbol display 27a)
The first special symbol display 27a is provided in the symbol display device 27, is displayed and controlled by the main control board 100, and executes a "symbol fluctuation game" based on the game ball entering the first starting port 21. It is a display to do. That is, the first special symbol display 27a and the main control board 100 are connected to each other via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the main control board 100 is a "design variation game" in the first special symbol display 27a. When the execution condition is satisfied, the display control of the "symbol variation game" is performed on the first special symbol display 27a. It should be noted that the execution condition of the "symbol variation game" in the first special symbol display 27a is determined to be negative in the process of step S103-2-4 in the "special symbol variation start processing" (see FIG. 16) described later. Applicable when it is done.

(About the 2nd special symbol display 27b)
The second special symbol display 27b is provided on the symbol display device 27, is displayed and controlled by the main control board 100, and executes a "symbol fluctuation game" based on a game ball entering the second starting port 22. It is a display to do. That is, the second special symbol display 27b and the main control board 100 are connected to each other via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the main control board 100 is a "design variation game" in the second special symbol display 27b. When the execution condition is satisfied, the display control of the "symbol variation game" is performed on the second special symbol display 27b. It should be noted that the execution condition of the "symbol change game" in the second special symbol display 27b was negatively determined in the process of step S103-2-1 in the "process at the start of special symbol change" (see FIG. 16). When is applicable.

(About the 1st special symbol hold indicator 27c)
The first special symbol holding display 27c is provided in the symbol display device 27, is displayed and controlled by the main control board 100, and is a "design variation game" based on the fact that a game ball enters the first starting port 21. It is a display for displaying the number of holds. That is, the first special symbol hold display 27c and the main control board 100 are connected to each other via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the main control board 100 has information that the game ball is detected from the first start port detection SW21a. Is input to control the display of the first special symbol hold indicator 27c (lights from off or blinks from lights) when the upper limit of hold (4 pieces) has not been reached. On the other hand, when the "symbol fluctuation game" based on the game ball entering the currently fluctuating first start port 21 ends, the display control of the first special symbol hold indicator 27c is performed (lights or lights from blinking). Turn off from).

(About the 2nd special symbol hold indicator 27d)
The second special symbol hold display 27d is provided in the symbol display device 27, is displayed and controlled by the main control board 100, and is a "design variation game" based on the fact that a game ball enters the second starting port 22. It is a display for displaying the number of holds. That is, the second special symbol hold display 27d and the main control board 100 are connected to each other via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the main control board 100 has information that the game ball is detected from the second start port detection SW22a. When is input, the display control of the second special symbol hold indicator 27d is performed (lights from off or blinks from lights) when the upper limit of hold (4 pieces) has not been reached. On the other hand, when the "symbol fluctuation game" based on the game ball entering the currently fluctuating second starting port 22 ends, the display control of the second special symbol hold indicator 27d is performed (lights or lights from blinking). Turn off from).

(About the normal symbol display 27e)
The ordinary symbol display 27e is provided on the symbol display device 27, and is an indicator for executing a "ordinary symbol variation game" whose display is controlled by the main control board 100. That is, the normal symbol display 27e and the main control board 100 are connected to each other via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the main control board 100 has the execution condition of the "normal symbol fluctuation game" on the normal symbol display 27e. When it is established, the display control of the "ordinary symbol fluctuation game" is performed on the ordinary symbol display 27e.

(Regarding the normal symbol hold display 27f)
The normal symbol hold display 27f is provided on the symbol display device 27, and the display is controlled by the main control board 100, and the number of hold of the "normal symbol change game" based on the passage of the game ball to the gate member 20 is set. It is a display device for displaying. That is, the normal symbol hold display 27f and the main control board 100 are connected to each other via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the main control board 100 holds the game ball when the information that the game ball is detected from the gate detection SW20a is input. When the upper limit value (4 pieces) of is not reached, the display control of the normal symbol hold display 27f (lights from off or blinks from lights). On the other hand, when the currently fluctuating "normal symbol fluctuation game" is completed, the display control of the normal symbol hold display 27f (turns on from blinking or turns off from lighting).

(About the round display 27g)
The round display 27g is provided on the symbol display device 27, is display-controlled by the main control board 100, and is a display for displaying the number of times the large winning opening 24 is opened in the above-mentioned winning game. That is, the round display 27g and the main control board 100 are connected to each other via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the "design variation game" determined to be a hit by the "special symbol hit detection process" is completed, and the first At the timing of displaying a special symbol (for example, "7") indicating a hit on the special symbol display 27a or the second special symbol display 27b, the round display 27g corresponding to the determined winning game is lit and controlled. Then, when the winning game is being executed, the round display 27g is continuously turned on and controlled, and when the winning game is completed, the round display 27g is turned off. In the present embodiment, since there are two types of granting rounds, a round display 27g is provided, but if only one type of granting rounds is provided, it is necessary to provide a round display 27g. do not have.

(About the light emitting device 9)
As described in FIG. 1, the light emitting device 9 is composed of a lamp, an LED, and the like, and the pachinko gaming machine 1 can be decorated by light emission. That is, the light emitting device 9 and the effect control board 200 are connected to each other via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the light emitting device 9 emits light under the control of the effect control board 200. The backlight described above is included in the light emitting device 9.

(About speaker 10)
As described in FIG. 1, the speaker 10 can output voice and sound effects. Further, for example, if the information in the closed state is not input from the above-mentioned frame open detection SW3a, it is possible to output a notification sound indicating that the middle frame 3 is in the open state (various error notification sounds can be output). That is, the speaker 10 and the effect control board 200 are connected to each other via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the above-mentioned sound is output from the speaker 10 under the control of the effect control board 200.

(About 7-segment display 28)
As shown in FIG. 2, the 7-segment display 28 is provided below (four) of the first special symbol hold indicator lamp 31 and the second special symbol hold indicator lamp 32, and can be developed into reach. The display that announces, the display that announces that the reach will develop into a super reach that is more likely to be hit, the display that announces that it will be a hit, and the number of "normal map support status" described later It is possible to display the total number of acquired balls, which indicates the number of game balls acquired in the winning game.

(About the lighting device 29 for the board)
The panel lighting device 29 is provided above the reel unit 26 and is composed of so-called dot LEDs. Then, using the dot LED, it is possible to display a notice that the reach will be developed and a display that the hit will be announced. That is, the panel lighting device 29 and the effect control board 200 are connected to each other via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the panel lighting device 29 emits light under the control of the effect control board 200. The panel lighting device 29 may be provided with a light guide plate capable of displaying a predetermined image by projecting light.

(About the drive device 30 for the effect button)
The effect button drive device 30 is composed of, for example, a motor or the like, and the motor is provided on the effect button 14 to vibrate the effect button 14. Since the scene for driving the effect button drive device 30 is as described above, detailed description thereof will be omitted here.

(About the effect button detection SW14a)
The effect button detection SW 14a is provided on the effect button 14, and is a SW for detecting that the effect button 14 is pressed by the player when the effect button 14 is in the operation valid period. That is, the effect button detection SW 14a and the effect control board 200 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and information indicating that the effect button 14 is pressed is input to the effect control board 200. ing. Then, the effect control board 200, which has input the information indicating that the effect button 14 has been pressed, controls the effect corresponding to the press of the effect button 14 via the reel unit 26 and the speaker 10. Here, for example, in the "design variation game", the effect button 14 is set to have an operation valid period over a predetermined time, and the effect button detection SW14a detects only pressing when the operation valid period is set.

(About the effect lever detection SW15a)
The effect lever detection SW 15a is provided on the effect lever 15, and is a SW for detecting that the effect lever 15 has been operated by the player when the effect lever 15 is in the operation effective period. That is, the effect lever detection SW 15a and the effect control board 200 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and information indicating that the effect lever 15 has been operated is input to the effect control board 200. ing. Then, the effect control board 200, which has input information indicating that the effect lever 15 has been operated, controls the effect according to the operation of the effect lever 15 via the reel unit 26 and the speaker 10. Here, for example, in the "design variation game", the effect lever 15 sets the operation valid period over a predetermined time, and the effect lever detection SW15a detects only the operation when the operation valid period is set.

(About cross key detection SW16a)
The cross key detection SW 16a is provided on the cross key button 16 and is a SW for detecting that the cross key button 16 is pressed by the player. That is, the cross key detection SW 16a and the effect control board 200 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and information indicating that the cross key button 16 has been operated is input to the effect control board 200. It has become. As described above, by operating the cross key button 16, the amount of light emitted from the light emitting device 9 and the amount of light emitted from the panel lighting device 29, which will be described later, can be adjusted. Specifically, pressing the up button of the cross key button 16 can increase the amount of light (stepwise), and pressing the down button of the cross key button 16 lowers the amount of light (step by step). By pressing the right button of the cross key button 16, the volume can be increased (step by step), and by pressing the left button of the cross key button 16, the volume can be lowered (step by step). .. The amount of light may be set in three stages of "strong", "medium", and "weak", or may be set in five further subdivided stages. Further, the volume may be set in three stages of "high", "medium", and "low", or may be set in five further subdivided stages. Further, an adjustment sound indicating the degree of adjustment of the amount of light and the volume may be emitted. It should be noted that the adjustment of the light amount and the adjustment of the volume can be executed when the "design variation game" is not performed, but may be executed even when the "symbol variation game" is being performed. .. In this case, it is preferable to make adjustments without emitting the above-mentioned adjustment sound or by outputting the adjustment sound at a low volume. By doing so, it is possible to prevent the effect sound corresponding to the "design variation game" from being obstructed by the adjustment sound.

(About the special symbol collision detection table)
The special symbol hit determination table of FIG. 6A is stored in the main ROM 102, and the “special symbol hit determination” is determined when the game state is the “normal game state” and when the game state is the “time saving game state”. When the probability of being determined as "hit" in "processing" is "1/199", the probability of being determined as "missing" is "198/199", and the gaming state is "probability changing gaming state". In, the probability of being determined as "hit" in the "special symbol hit determination process" is "1/97", and the probability of being determined as "missing" is "96/97". That is, when the gaming state is the "probability changing gaming state", the probability of being determined as "hit" is higher than that of the "normal gaming state" or the "time saving gaming state". It can be said that the gaming state is more advantageous for the player than the "normal gaming state" and the "short-time gaming state". Further, in the "short-time game state" and the "probability variation game state", as shown in FIG. 6 (B) described later and FIG. 7 (B) described later, as compared with the "normal game state", the "normal symbol" is used. In the "hit determination process", since it is easy to hit the "hit" and an advantageous opening / closing mode is selected as the opening / closing mode of the protruding member of the second starting port 22 when the "hit" is hit, the "probability variation game". The "state" is the most advantageous gaming state for the player, then the "short-time gaming state" is the advantageous gaming state for the player, and the "normal gaming state" is the most disadvantageous gaming state for the player. In the following description, the "normal gaming state" and the "short-time gaming state" may be collectively referred to as a "low probability state", and the "probability variable gaming state" may be referred to as a "high probability state". There is. In addition, the "normal game state" may be referred to as "non-variable short-term medium" or "non-variable short-term state", and the "probable variable game state" and the "time-saving game state" are collectively referred to as "variable short-term game state". It may be called "medium", "variable short state", "improved ball entry rate", or "normal map support state".

(Regarding the normal symbol collision detection table)
The normal symbol hit detection table of FIG. 6B is stored in the main ROM 102. Then, when the gaming state is the "normal gaming state", the probability of being determined as "hit" in the "normal symbol hit determination process" is "4/256", and the probability of being determined as "missing" is "missing". It is "252/256", and the probability of being determined as "hit" in the "normal symbol collision detection process" is "251" when it is in the "time saving game state" and when it is in the "probability variable game state". In "/ 256", the probability of being determined as "missing" is "5/256". Therefore, in the case of "time saving game state" or "probability variation game state", it is easier to be determined as "hit" in the "normal symbol hit detection process" than in the case of "normal game state", and the game. It can be said that it is an advantageous gaming state for the person.

In the special symbol hit determination table, the probability of being determined to be a hit in the low probability state is "1/199", and the probability of being determined to be a hit in the high probability state is "1/97", but the probability of hit is appropriate. It may be changed, or it may have a different hit probability for each set value of a plurality of stages. For example, if a set value of three stages is provided and the set value is "1", the probability of being determined to be a hit in a low probability state is "1/199", and the probability of being determined to be a hit in a high probability state is. If the set value is "3" as "1/97", the probability of being determined to be a hit in the low probability state is "1/210", and the probability of being determined to be a hit in the high probability state is "1/105". It may be possible to set the degree of advantage and disadvantage on the game store side by providing ease of hitting and difficulty of hitting depending on the set value. Further, in the ordinary symbol hit detection table, setting values in a plurality of stages may be provided in the same manner.

(About the special design determination table)
The special symbol determination table of FIG. 7A is a "hit" as a result of performing the "special symbol hit determination process" based on the fact that the game ball has entered the first starting port 21, and the case of "hit". Refer to when determining the special symbol to be confirmed and displayed on the first special symbol display 27a in the case of "missing" (1) The table for the first starting port 21 and the game ball at the second starting port 22 As a result of performing the "special symbol hit determination process" based on the entry of the ball, the special symbol that is confirmed and displayed on the second special symbol display 27b depending on whether it is a "hit" or a "missing" It has two tables, one for the second starting port 22 and the other, which is referred to when determining the above, and these are stored in the main ROM 102. Then, in the "special symbol determination process" (see FIG. 16) described later, the main CPU 101 determines the special symbol by referring to the table corresponding to the starting port into which the game ball has entered.

Then, in the special symbol determination table of FIG. 7 (A) (1), if the result of the "special symbol hit determination process" is "hit", the main CPU 101 has "special symbol A", "special symbol A", " One of the special symbols is determined from "special symbol B", "special symbol C", "special symbol D", and "special symbol E". Specifically, when the game ball enters the first starting port 21, a random number for determining a special symbol is acquired, and the acquired random number for determining a special symbol is referred to to obtain one of the special symbols. decide. For example, if the acquired random number for determining the special symbol is "0 to 49", "special symbol A" is determined, and if the acquired random number for determining the special symbol is "50 to 79", "special symbol B" is determined. If the acquired random number for determining the special symbol is "80 to 88", "special symbol C" is determined, and if the acquired random number for determining the special symbol is "89 to 97", "special symbol" is determined. "D" is determined, and if the acquired random number for determining the special symbol is "98 to 99", "special symbol E" is determined. Then, when the special symbol is determined, the "number of rounds granted", the "game state after hitting", and the "normal figure support state" are uniquely determined. Here, the "normal symbol support state" is likely to be determined as a hit in the normal symbol hit determination table shown in FIG. 6B until the number of fluctuations of the special symbol and the decorative symbol is 30 or 100 times. Further, when it is determined to be a hit, in the normal symbol determination table shown in FIG. 7B, the opening / closing mode of "1.8S x 3 times" is selected as the opening / closing mode of the second starting port. To say. For example, when "special symbol A" is determined, "7 rounds" is given as the "number of rounds given", "time saving game state" is given as the "game state after hitting", and the normal figure support state is given. 30 times will be awarded. In addition, when "special symbol B" is determined, "7 rounds" is given as "number of rounds given", and "probability changing game state (upper limit number of times 100 times)" is given as "game state after winning". , 30 times will be given as a normal figure support state. In addition, when "special symbol C" is determined, "7 rounds" is given as "number of rounds given", and "probability changing game state (upper limit number of times 100 times)" is given as "game state after winning". , 100 times is given as a normal figure support state. When the "special symbol D" is determined, "7 rounds" is given as the "number of rounds given", and "probability changing game state (upper limit number of times 100 times)" is given as the "game state after winning". , 100 times is given as a normal figure support state. When the "special symbol E" is determined, "16 rounds" is given as the "number of rounds given", and "probability changing game state (upper limit number of times 100 times)" is given as the "game state after winning". , 100 times will be given as a normal figure support state. On the other hand, if the result of the "special symbol collision detection process" is "missing", the main CPU 101 determines the "special symbol F", and the "special symbol F" includes the "number of rounds given" and "the number of granted rounds". The "normal map support state" is not defined, and the "game state after hitting" is also "maintaining the status quo".

Further, in the special symbol determination table of FIG. 7 (A) (2), if the result of the "special symbol hit determination process" is "hit", the main CPU 101 has "special symbol G", " One of the special symbols is determined from "Special symbol H". Since the specific determination method is the same as (1) in FIG. 7 (A), the description thereof will be omitted. However, in the special symbol determination table in (2) of FIG. 7 (A), the game ball is the second. It differs in that it is a table to be referred to when the ball enters the starting port 22. For example, if the acquired random number for determining the special symbol is "0 to 49" and "special symbol G" is determined, "16 rounds" is assigned as the "number of rounds granted", and the "game state after winning" is assigned. "The time-saving game state" is given, and 100 times is given as the normal figure support state. If the acquired random number for determining the special symbol is "50 to 99" and the "special symbol H" is determined, "16 rounds" is assigned as the "number of rounds granted", and the "game state after hitting" is given. "Probability change game state (upper limit number of times 100 times)" is given, and 100 times is given as a normal figure support state. In the special symbol determination table of (2), even if any random number value of the random numbers "0 to 99" for determining the special symbol is extracted, "16 rounds" is uniformly assigned as the "number of rounds given". Therefore, it can be said that it is an advantageous table for the player from the viewpoint that the number of granted rounds is larger than the case where it is determined to be a hit in the special symbol determination table of (1).

When the "special symbol A" is determined, "1" is displayed on the first special symbol display 27a ("7" segment display) from the start of the winning game to the end of the winning game. Then, when the "special symbol B" is determined, "1." is displayed on the first special symbol display 27a ("7" segment display) from the start of the winning game to the end of the winning game. When the display is performed and the "special symbol C" is determined, "3" is displayed on the first special symbol display 27a ("7" segment display) from the start of the winning game to the end of the winning game. When the display is performed and the "special symbol D" is determined, "5" is displayed on the first special symbol display 27a ("7" segment display) from the start of the winning game to the end of the winning game. When the display is performed and the "special symbol E" is determined, "5." is displayed on the first special symbol display 27a ("7" segment display) from the start of the winning game to the end of the winning game. Is displayed. On the other hand, when the "special symbol F" is determined, "-" (horizontal bar symbol) is displayed on the first special symbol display 27a ("7" segment display) at the timing of the final display. When the "special symbol G" is determined, "7" is displayed on the second special symbol display 27b ("7" segment display) from the start of the winning game to the end of the winning game. Then, when the "special symbol H" is determined, "7." is displayed on the second special symbol display 27b ("7" segment display) from the start of the winning game to the end of the winning game. When the display is performed and the "special symbol I" is determined, "-" (horizontal bar symbol) is displayed on the second special symbol display 27b ("7" segment display) at the timing of the final display.

In this embodiment, the set value is not provided in the special symbol determination table, but the set value may be provided. For example, the determination ratio of the special symbol may be different depending on whether the set value is "1" or "3". In that case, the rate of entry into the "probability variation game state" is common to all the set values, but the ratio of the "number of rounds granted" may be different for each set value. For example, the more the set value is "1", the more advantageous the number of rounds may be given, and the more the set value is "3", the more advantageous the number of rounds may be given.

(Regarding the ordinary symbol determination table)
The ordinary symbol determination table of FIG. 7B is stored in the main ROM 102, and as a result of performing the "ordinary symbol hit determination process" based on the passage of the game ball through the gate member 20, the result is "hit". This is a table to be referred to when determining a normal symbol to be confirmed and displayed on the normal symbol display 27e depending on whether there is a case or a case of “missing”. When the game state is the "normal game state" and the result of the "normal symbol hit determination process" is "hit", the main CPU 101 is the "normal symbol" performed in the "normal symbol related process". In the "decision process", "ordinary symbol A" is determined, and if it is "missing", "ordinary symbol B" is determined. Further, when the main CPU 101 is a "hit" as a result of performing the "normal symbol hit determination process" when the game state is the "short-time game state" and when the game state is the "probability variable game state". , In the "ordinary symbol determination process" performed in the "ordinary symbol related process", the "ordinary symbol C" is determined, and if it is "missing", the "ordinary symbol D" is determined. In addition, even in the ordinary symbol, the content to be given is uniquely defined in the same manner as the above-mentioned special symbol. When the "ordinary symbol A" is determined, the protruding member of the second starting port 22 opens once at "0.9S", and when the "ordinary symbol B" is determined, the protruding member of the second starting port 22 The protruding member does not open. Further, when the "ordinary symbol C" is determined, the protruding member of the second starting port 22 is opened three times at "1.8S", and when the "ordinary symbol D" is determined, the second starting port 22 is opened. The protruding member of 22 does not open. Therefore, when the "time saving game state" or the "probability variable game state" is a "hit" than in the "normal game state", the opening / closing mode of the protruding member of the second starting port 22 Is advantageous, so it can be said that the gaming state is advantageous for the player. In this embodiment, the set value is not provided in the normal symbol determination table, but the set value may be provided. For example, the probability of being determined to be a hit in the "ordinary symbol hit detection process" may be different for each set value, and the setting value "1" is easier to hit than the setting value "3". It may be, and vice versa. Further, the opening / closing mode of the second starting port 22 may be different for each set value. For example, in the case of the set value "1", the opening / closing may be performed in an advantageous opening / closing mode as compared with the case of the set value "3", and vice versa.

(Relationship between the game state and mode after hitting and selectable decorative patterns)
FIG. 7 (C) is a diagram showing the relationship between the game state and mode after the hit and the selectable decorative symbol defined in the special symbol of the hit. For example, the "special symbol A" shifts to the "time saving game state" as the game state after hitting, and the "special symbol B" shifts to the "probability change game state" 100 times as the game state after hitting, and " The "special symbol C" shifts to the "probability-changing game state" of 100 times as the winning game state, and the "special symbol D" shifts to the "probability-changing game state" of 100 times as the winning game state. The "special symbol E" shifts to the "probability changing game state" 100 times as the game state after hitting, and the "special symbol G" shifts to the "time saving game state" as the game state after hitting, and the "special symbol H""Transitions to the" probabilistic game state "100 times as the game state after hitting. That is, the "probability changing game state" in the present embodiment is a so-called ST (special time) machine in which the upper limit number of times is 100 times. Further, "special symbol A", "special symbol B", and "special symbol C" are "GO symbols / GO" as decorative symbols (combination of decorative symbols at the time of hitting) that can be selected by controlling the effect control board 200. You can select one from "design / GO design", "female character design / female character design / female character design", and "male character design / male character design / male character design", and "special". "Design D" includes "7 symbols, 7 symbols, 7 symbols (single line alignment)", "GO symbol, GO symbol, GO symbol", "female character symbol, female character symbol, female character symbol", and "female character symbol". One of "male character symbol / male character symbol / male character symbol" can be selected, and "special symbol E", "special symbol G", and "special symbol H" are "7 symbols / 7 symbols".・ 7 symbols (double line alignment) ”can be selected. In addition, "special symbol A" and "special symbol B" shift to "normal mode" as a mode from one rotation after hitting, and shift to "normal mode" as a mode from 31 rotations after hitting. .. Here, the "normal mode" is a mode for notifying that the normal mode is supported, for example, the above-mentioned backlight is lit in light blue or green, and the "normal mode" is This is a mode for notifying that the user is not in the normal support state, for example, the above-mentioned backlight is lit in white. In addition, after hitting with "special symbol A", it is stipulated that when the special symbol and the decorative symbol change 30 times, the game shifts from the "short-time game state" to the "normal game state". From the 31st rotation, the "normal map support mode" is finished and the game shifts to the "normal mode", so that the player is made to recognize that the time-saving gaming state of 30 times has been granted. On the other hand, after the hit with the "special symbol B", it is stipulated that the special symbol and the decorative symbol are in the "probability changing game state" until the special symbol and the decorative symbol change 100 times. However, as with "Special Symbol A", after 31 rotations after hitting, the "normal map support mode" is finished and the player shifts to the "normal mode", so that the player can see 30 times. It will be recognized that the time-saving game state has been granted. Therefore, whether the 31st rotation after the hit with the "special symbol A" and the 31st rotation after the hit with the "special symbol B" are apparently "normal game state" or "probability change game state". It becomes impossible to distinguish whether it is or not (due to the fact that the decorative symbols that can be selected at the time of hitting are common), and the 31st to 100th rotations after the hit in "Special Symbol B" is a probabilistic game. The state can be a so-called "latent state" (a state in which the game looks like a normal game state while being in a probabilistic game state). As a result, even if the player shifts to the "normal mode" at the 31st rotation, the player can be made to think that the game may be in the "probability-changing gaming state" up to 100 rotations, so that the operation of the gaming machine can be prevented from deteriorating. It leads to. In the following, the "probability-changing gaming state" in the present embodiment may be simply referred to as "ST", and the latency of the "probability-changing gaming state" may be simply referred to as "latent state" or "latent". ..

Further, the "special symbol C" also has the same selectable decorative symbols as the above-mentioned "special symbol A" and "special symbol B". Therefore, for example, when the symbol combination of "GO symbol / GO symbol / GO symbol" is confirmed and displayed as the combination of the decorative symbols at the time of hitting, "special symbol A" is determined from the combination of the decorative symbols. , "Special symbol B" has been decided, or "special symbol C" has been decided. In addition, since all of "special symbol A", "special symbol B", and "special symbol C" will digest the winning game consisting of "7 rounds", the number of rounds of the winning game is also "special". There is a possibility that "symbol A" has been determined, "special symbol B" has been determined, or "special symbol C" has been determined. Then, at the 31st rotation after the hit (to be exact, at the end of the 30th rotation after the hit), the "special symbol A" and the "special symbol B" finish the "normal symbol support mode" and " Although it will shift to the "normal mode", the "special symbol C" will continue the "normal diagram support mode", and at the same time, the lighting color of the backlight will be "special symbol A" and "special symbol A". "Special symbol B" changes from "light blue" to "white", while "special symbol C" changes from "light blue" to "green". Therefore, if the mode is switched and the lighting color of the backlight becomes "white" at the 31st rotation after hitting, "special symbol A" or "special symbol B" has been determined. If the mode does not switch and the lighting color of the backlight becomes "green", it means that "special symbol C" has been decided. It is also possible to attract the player's attention to the eyes (at the end of the 30th rotation after hitting).

In addition, "special symbol E", "special symbol G", and "special symbol H" are "7 symbols, 7 symbols, 7 symbols (double line alignment)", all of which are in the normal symbol support state 100 times. Since it is defined, when the symbol combination of "7 symbols, 7 symbols, 7 symbols (double line alignment)" is confirmed and displayed, the normal symbol support state after hitting is uniformly 100 times. In addition, when the game ball is won in the first starting port 21, the "special symbol E" is supported 100 times in the "probability changing game state (upper limit number of times 100 times)" after the hit. Since it will be in a state, the symbol combination of "7 symbols, 7 symbols, 7 symbols (double line alignment)" will be confirmed and displayed, and it will be in the normal symbol support state 100 times after hitting, which is the symbol combination of the decorative symbol. It will be notified with a confirmation display. For "Special symbol D", "7 symbols, 7 symbols, 7 symbols (single line alignment)" can be selected, while "GO symbol / GO symbol / GO symbol" and "female character symbol / female character" can be selected. "Design / female character design" and "male character design / male character design / male character design" can be selected. Therefore, when "7 symbols, 7 symbols, 7 symbols (single line alignment)" is selected, it is decorated that the normal symbol support state will be supported 100 times after hitting, as in the above "special symbol E". Notification will be given with a definite display of the symbol combination of the symbols. On the other hand, when the GO symbol, the female character symbol, or the male character symbol is selected, the effect is performed during the hit game as in the case of "special symbol A", "special symbol B", and "special symbol C", and the effect result is Will be notified by. That is, when the GO symbol, the female character symbol, or the male character symbol is selected in "Special symbol A", "Special symbol B", "Special symbol C", and "Special symbol D", the symbol combination of the decorative symbols ( With the definite display of GO symbol or female character symbol or male character symbol), it is not notified how many times the normal symbol support state will be achieved after the hit.

Specifically, if you select GO symbol, female character symbol, or male character symbol in "Special symbol A", "Special symbol B", "Special symbol C", and "Special symbol D", you will win. In that case, during the winning game, the player is made to operate the effect button 14 to perform an effect (so-called promotion effect), and if the effect result is "success", the normal figure support state is reached 100 times after the hit. If the effect result is "failure", it will be notified that the normal figure support state will not be reached 100 times after hitting (however, there is an exception if it is hit by "special symbol C"). More specifically, after the "special symbol A" is hit, the "short-time game state" becomes the normal figure support state 30 times, and the "special symbol B" is the "probability change game state (upper limit number of times 100)". In "Times)", it becomes the normal figure support state 30 times, and after hitting, "Special symbol C" becomes the normal figure support state 100 times in the "Probability change game state (upper limit number of times 100 times)", and "Special symbol D". After hitting, in the "probability change game state (upper limit number of times 100 times)", the normal figure support state will be 100 times, so if it hits with either "special symbol A" or "special symbol B" The above-mentioned effect result is "failure". Further, when the "special symbol C" is hit, the notification shown in FIG. 24 (b) described later is performed, so that the above-mentioned effect result is "failure". In addition, even if the "special symbol C" is a "failure", it will be 100 after the hit with the backlight, the update display of the 7-segment display 28, and the continuation of the "normal figure support mode" at the 31st rotation. It will notify you that it is in the support state of the normal map of the times (corresponding to the case of "with exception" above). As a result, even if the above-mentioned effect result becomes "failure", whether or not the "normal figure support mode" continues at the 31st rotation after the hit (in the case of the special symbol C), and the 31st rotation after the hit. In addition, even if the "normal figure support mode" does not continue, it is possible to play the game with the expectation that it will be in the "high probability state" even after the 31st rotation (in the case of special symbol B). , It is possible to prevent the player from being discouraged due to the above-mentioned production result being "failure". On the other hand, if the GO symbol, female character symbol, or male character symbol is selected in "Special symbol D", the above effect result will be "success", and the normal symbol will be supported 100 times during the winning game. Will be notified.

In addition, when "7 symbols, 7 symbols, 7 symbols (single line alignment)" is selected in the above "special symbol D", and when the above effect result is "success" in the above "special symbol D", In the case of "special symbol E", it was announced that the normal figure support state will be reached 100 times after the hit, but since both are in the "probability change game state", the "probability change game state". You may notify that it is. Further, in the special symbol of the hit at the first starting port 21, the special symbol in which the game state after the hit is the "short-time game state" and the number of times of the normal figure support state is 100 times is not provided. A symbol (for example, a special symbol J) may be provided. When such a special symbol is provided, the above effect result is obtained when "7 symbol / 7 symbol / 7 symbol (single line alignment)" is selected in the above "special symbol D" and in the above "special symbol D". When it becomes a "success", in the case of "special symbol E", or in the case of "special symbol J", when it is a hit, the normal figure support status is 100 times after the hit. It is not necessary to notify only the fact that the game will be played, and not the game status after the hit. On the other hand, as in the case of "special symbol G" and "special symbol H" at the second starting port 22, which will be described later, for example, during the ending of the winning game or the demonstration after the winning game, the effect button 14 is operated to 7 Depending on the content displayed on the segment display 28 and the emission color of the board lighting device 29, it is suggested whether the hit is 100 times of "time saving game state" or 100 times of probabilistic game state. You may do so. As a result, the player who wants to grasp to some extent whether the hit is the "time saving game state" of 100 times or the probabilistic game state of 100 times can operate the effect button 14 without grasping it. A player who wants to enjoy the 100-time normal map support mode does not have to operate the effect button 14, so that he / she can flexibly respond to various needs of the player. Further, in the promotion effect, if the effect button 14 is not operated, the effect result may be automatically notified after the operation valid period elapses, and if the effect result is "success", the operation is valid. The "failure" may be notified after the lapse of the period, and the "success" may be notified in reverse during the ending of the winning game.

In addition, when a game ball is won in the second starting port 22, a "special symbol G" (after a hit, a "short-time game state") or a "special symbol H" (after a hit, a probable change game state) However, in each case, "7 symbols, 7 symbols, 7 symbols (double line alignment)" is selected as the symbol combination of the decorative symbols. Therefore, from the combination of the decorative symbols, it is not possible to determine whether the hit is 100 times of "time saving game state" or 100 times of probabilistic game state, and 100 times of normal figure support. Since it is possible to play while guessing which game state the mode is in, it is possible to improve the game entertainment. Here, after the hit game of "special symbol G" and after the hit game of "special symbol H", the hit is 100 times "time saving game state" or 100 times probable change game state. Or, it may be suggested to the player by using a directing device. For example, during the ending of the hit game or during the demonstration after the hit game, the effect button 14 is operated to display the content displayed on the 7-segment display 28, or the emission color of the lighting device 29 for the board determines the hit. It may be suggested whether the player is in the "time saving game state" of 100 times or the probabilistic game state of 100 times. As a specific example, in the case of the probabilistic game state of 100 times, as a result of operating the effect button 14, "Good" is easily displayed on the 7-segment display 28, and the "time saving game state" is 100 times. In this case, as a result of operating the effect button 14, it is assumed that "Cool" is easily displayed on the 7-segment display 28. Further, as a result of operating the effect button 14 in the case of the probabilistic game state of 100 times, the lighting device 29 for the board easily emits red light, and in the case of the "time saving game state" of 100 times, the effect button 14 is used. As a result of the operation, it is assumed that the lighting device 29 for the panel easily emits blue light. As a result, the player who wants to grasp to some extent whether the hit is the "time saving game state" of 100 times or the probabilistic game state of 100 times can operate the effect button 14 without grasping it. A player who wants to enjoy the 100-time normal map support mode does not have to operate the effect button 14, so that he / she can flexibly respond to various needs of the player. Of course, not only the suggestion but also a definitive notification may be given.

Further, as shown by the selectable decorative symbols in FIG. 7 (C), among the decorative symbols arranged on the reels in FIG. 5, "GO symbol", "female character symbol", "male character symbol", and "" "7 symbols" is used as a symbol combination of decorative symbols at the time of hitting, and "blank symbol", "special blank symbol", and "special reach development suggestion symbol" are not used as a symbol combination of decorative symbols at the time of hitting. It is positioned as a decorative pattern that is exclusively responsible for directing.

(About the special symbol fluctuation pattern table)
The special symbol variation pattern tables of FIGS. 8 and 9 include the reference table of FIG. 8 (a), the table 0 of FIG. 9 (c), the table 1-1 of FIG. 9 (d), and the table of FIG. 9 (e). Table 1-2, Table 1-3 in FIG. 9 (f), and Table 1-4 in FIG. 9 (g) are stored in the main ROM 102. The details of the table 1 in FIG. 8B are diagrams showing the correspondence of the table 1 referred to after the hit in each special symbol, in which "○" indicates that the table can be selected, and "x" indicates that the table can be selected. Indicates that the table cannot be selected. Further, Table 0 in FIG. 9 (c), Table 1-1 in FIG. 9 (d), Table 1-2 in FIG. 9 (e), Table 1-3 in FIG. 9 (f), and FIG. 9 Table 1-4 of (g) is a table to be referred to when determining the fluctuation time and the content in the “design variation game”.

(A) In the reference table, the "value of the game state storage area", the "game state", the "latent state flag", and the "reference table" are associated with each other. The details will be described later, but the main RAM 103 If the value set in the game state storage area provided in the above is "0", it means that it is a "normal game state", and if it is "1", it means that it is a "time saving game state". It is shown, and if it is "2", it means that it is a "probability change game state". Further, the "latent state flag" is a flag for recognizing that the flag is in the "latent state", and an area for setting a flag indicating the latent state is provided in the main RAM 103, and the "special symbol B" is provided. After the winning game is completed, the flag is set (ON) in the area. Then, the set flag is cleared (OFF) when 100 rotations are reached without obtaining the next hit after hitting, or when the next hit is obtained before reaching 100 rotations. Then, the reference table is different depending on whether the flag is ON or OFF. That is, when it is in the "normal gaming state", it refers to "reference table 0", and when it is in the "time saving gaming state", it refers to "reference table 1", and it is in the "probability changing gaming state" and is latent. When the state flag is ON, the "reference table 0" is referred to, and when the "probability variation game state" is set and the latent state flag is OFF, the "reference table 1" is referred to.

(B) The details of the table 1 show the correspondence of the table 1 referred to after the hit in each special symbol. Table 1 is referred to as "table 1-1 (ST / time saving 1)" which is referred to up to 30 rotations after hitting, and "table 1-2 (ST / time saving 2)" which is also referred to up to 30 rotations after hitting. , "Table 1-3 (ST / time saving 3)" referred to from 31 rotations to 99 rotations after hitting, and "Table 1-4 (ST / time saving 4)" referred to at the 100th rotation after hitting. If it is "after hitting special symbol A", select only "table 1-2 (ST / time saving 2)", and if it is "after hitting special symbol B", "table 1-2". Select only "(ST / time saving 2)", and if it is "after hitting the special symbol C", "table 1-2 (ST / time saving 2)", "table 1-3 (ST / time saving 3)" , "Table 1-4 (ST / time saving 4)" is selected, and if it is "after hitting the special symbol D", "table 1-1 (ST / time saving 1)", "table 1-3 (ST)" / Select "Table 1-4 (ST / Time saving 4)" for "Time saving 3)", and if "After hitting the special symbol E", "Table 1-1 (ST / Time saving 1)", " Select "Table 1-3 (ST / Time saving 3)" or "Table 1-4 (ST / Time saving 4)", and if it is "After hitting the special symbol G", "Table 1-1 (ST / Time saving 4)" 1) ”,“ Table 1-3 (ST / Time saving 3) ”,“ Table 1-4 (ST / Time saving 4) ”, and if“ After hitting the special symbol H ”,“ Table 1 -1 (ST / time saving 1) ”,“ Table 1-3 (ST / time saving 3) ”, and“ Table 1-4 (ST / time saving 4) ”are selected.

(C) In Table 0, "variation pattern 1" to "variation pattern 10" are defined, and "content" and "variation time" are defined for each variation pattern. In the gaming state in which the table 0 is referred to, the main CPU 101 is selected from the "variation pattern 1" to "variation pattern 6" when the result of the "special symbol collision determination process" is "missing". Determine one of the fluctuation patterns. Specifically, when the game ball enters the first starting port 21 or the second starting port 22, a random number for determining the variation pattern is acquired, and the acquired random number for determining the variation pattern is referred to. , Determine one of the fluctuation patterns. Although not shown, when the game ball enters the first start port 21 or the second start port 22, a reach determination random number is acquired, and the reach determination random number corresponds to a random number for executing reach. In this case, one of the fluctuation patterns is determined from "variation pattern 3" to "variation pattern 6", and when the reach determination random number does not correspond to the random number for executing the reach, "variation pattern 1", One of the "variation patterns 2" may be determined. On the other hand, in the game state in which the table 0 is referred to, the main CPU 101 refers to the random number for determining the variation pattern and "variates" when the result of the "special symbol hit determination process" is "hit". One of the fluctuation patterns is determined from "Pattern 7" to "Variation pattern 10".

Then, when the fluctuation pattern is determined, the "content" and the "variation time" (seconds S) are uniquely determined. When the "variation pattern 1" is determined, the "shortening variation (loss)" is determined as the "content", and the "3S" is determined as the "variation time". Here, the "shortening fluctuation" means a fluctuation in which the three inner reels stop at the same time due to a combination of lost symbols without reaching. When the "variation pattern 2" is determined, the "normal variation (loss)" is determined as the "content", and the "7S" is determined as the "variation time". Here, the "normal fluctuation" means a fluctuation in which the three inner reels stop in order (for example, in the order of left, right, and middle) in a combination of missed symbols without reaching. When the "variation pattern 3" is determined, the "normal reach (loss)" is determined as the "content", and the "30S" is determined as the "variation time". Here, the "normal reach" refers to a reach that is performed but does not perform any development effect (for example, once a temporary stop is displayed due to a loss and then the inner reel or the outer reel is changed), and is a "hit". Since the selection rate at the time is low and the selection rate at the time of "missing" is high, it is positioned as a reach with a low expectation of hitting. When the "variation pattern 4" is determined, the "content" is determined as "super reach (loss)", and the "variation time" is determined as "90S". Here, "super reach" refers to a reach in which a development effect is performed while the reach (normal reach) is being executed, and a reach effect is performed using, for example, an inner reel and an outer reel at the development destination, and "hit". Since the selection ratio at the time of "" is higher than that of "normal reach" and the selection ratio at the time of "loss" is lower than that of "normal reach", it is positioned as a reach with higher expectation of hitting than "normal reach". Regardless of the table, when the fluctuation pattern determined to perform the "super reach" is determined as the "content", the "car race reach effect" described later will be executed. When the "variation pattern 5" is determined, "normal reach-> special reach (loss)" is determined as the "content", and "120S" is determined as the "variation time". Here, "normal reach-> special reach" is a reach in which, once the normal reach is lost, a development effect is performed, and then a reach effect using, for example, an inner reel and an outer reel is performed at the development destination. The selection rate at the time of "hit" is higher than that of "super reach", and the selection rate at the time of "loss" is lower than that of "super reach". Is positioned as a high reach. Regardless of the table, when the fluctuation pattern determined to perform the "special reach" is determined as the "content", the "grand prix race reach production" described later will be executed. When the "variation pattern 6" is determined, "super reach-> special reach (loss)" is determined as the "content", and "150S" is determined as the "variation time". Here, "super reach-> special reach" means a reach in which, once the super reach is lost, a development effect is performed, and then a reach effect using, for example, an inner reel and an outer reel is performed at the development destination. The selection ratio at the time of "hit" is higher than that of "normal reach-> special reach", and the selection ratio at the time of "missing" is lower than that of "normal reach-> special reach". It is positioned as a reach with a higher degree of expectation than "reach". It should be noted that the "variation pattern 7" to "variation pattern 10" have only the difference between "variation pattern 3" and "variation pattern 6" and "loss" or "hit", and the production content and fluctuation time are the same. , The explanation is omitted. In this table 0, it is decided to include "variation pattern 0" to "variation pattern 10", but it is only an excerpt of a part of the variation pattern, and it goes without saying that the variation pattern may be further provided. be.

(D) In Table 1-1, "variation pattern 11" and "variation pattern 12" are defined, and "content" and "variation time" are defined for each variation pattern. In the game state in which the table 1-1 is referred to, the main CPU 101 refers to the random number for determining the variation pattern and if the result is "missing" as a result of performing the "special symbol collision determination process", the "variation pattern" is performed. 11 "is decided. On the other hand, in the game state in which the table 1-1 is referred to, the main CPU 101 refers to the random number for determining the fluctuation pattern when the result of the "special symbol hit determination process" is "hit". The "variation pattern 12" is determined. Since the method for determining the fluctuation pattern is the same as the method described in Table 0 above, the description thereof will be omitted. Then, when the "variation pattern 11" is determined, the "shortening variation (loss)" is determined as the "content", and the "3S" is determined as the "variation time". On the other hand, when the "variation pattern 12" is determined, the "shortening variation (hit)" is determined as the "content" and the "3S" is determined as the "variation time". That is, in the game state in which the table 1-1 is referred to, "3S" is determined as the "variable time" regardless of whether it is a hit or a loss, so that the judgment result of the "special symbol hit determination process" is It can be said that it is in a state of being notified promptly. In particular, as shown in FIG. 8B, the table 1-1 shows "after hitting the special symbol D", "after hitting the special symbol E", "after hitting the special symbol G", "after hitting the special symbol H", Since it is a table that is referred to up to 30 rotations after hitting, high-speed digestion is performed up to 30 rotations after hitting in ST (probability variable gaming state) or time-saving gaming state, and during the high-speed digestion, the next If a hit is obtained, a large number of balls can be given in a short time. In this table 1-1, "variation pattern 11" and "variation pattern 12" are provided, but only a part of the variation patterns are excerpted, and it goes without saying that the variation patterns may be further provided. That is.

(E) In Table 1-2, "variation pattern 13" to "variation pattern 22" are defined, and "content" and "variation time" are defined for each variation pattern. In the game state in which Table 1-2 is referred to, the main CPU 101 refers to a random number for determining a variation pattern and if the result is "missing" as a result of performing the "special symbol collision determination process", the "variation pattern" is performed. One of the fluctuation patterns is determined from "13" to "variation pattern 18". On the other hand, when the result of the "special symbol hit determination process" is "hit" in the game state in which the table 1-2 is referred to, the main CPU 101 refers to the random number for determining the fluctuation pattern. Any fluctuation pattern is determined from "variation pattern 19" to "variation pattern 22". Since the method for determining the fluctuation pattern is the same as the method described in Table 0 above, the description thereof will be omitted. Further, although Table 1-2 is for ST / time reduction and there is a difference in fluctuation time, the "contents" are basically the same as those described in Table 0 described above, so the description thereof will be omitted. In this table 1-2, "variation pattern 13" to "variation pattern 22" are provided, but only a part of the variation patterns are extracted, and it goes without saying that the variation patterns may be further provided. That is.

Here, (e) Table 1-2 is a table that is referred to up to 30 rotations after hitting "after hitting the special symbol A", "after hitting the special symbol B", and "after hitting the special symbol C". In particular, "after hitting the special symbol A" is a "short-time game state" and is a normal figure support state 30 times, and "after hitting a special symbol B" is a "probability changing game state" with an upper limit of 100 times and is 30 times. Since the "special symbol C hit after" is the "probability change game state" with an upper limit of 100 times and the normal symbol support state is 100 times, the "special symbol A" is up to 30 rotations. Let the game play while guessing which of "after hit", "after hitting special symbol B", and "after hitting special symbol C", and if the normal mode is set after 31 rotations, "special symbol" The game is played while guessing which of "after hitting A" and "after hitting special symbol B". Therefore, in particular, by sharing the special symbol variation pattern table referred to by 30 rotations in (e) Table 1-2, the "contents" related to the special symbol variation pattern to be executed can be seen before 30 rotations have elapsed. It is possible to prevent it from being grasped which one is the later one. For example, if a reach effect that is not executed in "after hitting special symbol C", "after hitting special symbol A", and "after hitting special symbol B" is performed as "contents", before 30 rotations elapse, someday. There is a concern that it will be grasped after the hit, but with this embodiment, such a concern can be resolved.

(F) In Table 1-3, "variation pattern 23" to "variation pattern 32" are defined, and "content" and "variation time" are defined for each variation pattern. In the game state in which Table 1-3 is referred to, the main CPU 101 refers to a random number for determining a variation pattern and if the result is "missing" as a result of performing the "special symbol collision determination process", the "variation pattern" is performed. One of the fluctuation patterns is determined from "23" to "variation pattern 28". On the other hand, when the result of the "special symbol hit determination process" is "hit" in the game state in which the table 1-3 is referred to, the main CPU 101 refers to the random number for determining the fluctuation pattern. Any fluctuation pattern is determined from "variation pattern 29" to "variation pattern 32". Since the method for determining the fluctuation pattern is the same as the method described in Table 0 above, the description thereof will be omitted. Further, although Tables 1-3 are for ST / time reduction and there is a difference in fluctuation time, the “contents” are basically the same as those described in Table 0 described above, so the description thereof will be omitted. In this table 1-3, "variation pattern 23" to "variation pattern 32" are provided, but only a part of the variation patterns are extracted, and it goes without saying that the variation patterns may be further provided. That is.

(G) In Table 1-4, "variation pattern 33" and "variation pattern 34" are defined, and "content" and "variation time" are defined for each variation pattern. In the game state in which Table 1-4 is referred to, the main CPU 101 refers to a random number for determining a variation pattern and if the result is "missing" as a result of performing the "special symbol collision determination process", the "variation pattern" is performed. 33 ”is determined. On the other hand, in the game state in which Table 1-4 is referred to, the main CPU 101 refers to the random number for determining the variation pattern when the result of the "special symbol hit determination process" is "hit". The "variation pattern 34" is determined. Since the method for determining the fluctuation pattern is the same as the method described in Table 0 above, the description thereof will be omitted. When the "variation pattern 33" is determined, the "last 1 variation (loss)" is determined as the "content", and the "30S" is determined as the "variation time". On the other hand, when the "variation pattern 34" is determined, the "last 1 variation (hit)" is determined as the "content" and the "40S" is determined as the "variation time". Here, the "last 1 variation" means that, for example, in the ST (probability variable gaming state) or the final variation (100th rotation) of the time-saving gaming state, the reach is formed by inciting whether or not the reach is formed. If so, it will be a hit, and if reach is not formed, it will be a loss. That is, the "last 1 fluctuation (loss)" is the content that the reach is not formed and the reach is lost after inciting whether or not the reach is formed, and the "last 1 fluctuation (hit)" is the reach. It is the content that the reach is formed and becomes a hit after inciting whether or not it is formed. Therefore, the fluctuation time is different by "10S" by the amount that the winning symbol combination is confirmed and displayed. In particular, as shown in FIG. 8B, the table 1-4 shows "after hitting the special symbol C", "after hitting the special symbol D", "after hitting the special symbol E", "after hitting the special symbol G", Since it is a table referred to at the 100th rotation after the hit of "special symbol H after hitting", is the reach formed in the ST (probability variable gaming state) or the final fluctuation of the time-saving gaming state (100th rotation)? It is possible to pay attention to whether or not it is possible to improve the entertainment of the game. In this table 1-4, "variation pattern 33" and "variation pattern 34" are provided, but only a part of the variation patterns are excerpted, and it goes without saying that the variation patterns may be further provided. That is. In addition, the table 1-4 is a hit of "after hitting the special symbol C", "after hitting the special symbol D", "after hitting the special symbol E", "after hitting the special symbol G", and "after hitting the special symbol H". The table is referred to at the 100th rotation afterwards, but it is not limited to this, and it is referred to at the 30th rotation after hitting "special symbol A after hitting", "special symbol B after hitting", and "special symbol C after hitting". It may be positioned as a table to be used. As a result, it is possible to pay attention to whether or not reach is formed in the final fluctuation (30th rotation) as in the case of the final fluctuation (100th rotation) described above, and it is possible to improve the game entertainment.

In the above-mentioned special symbol variation pattern table, there may be a special symbol variation pattern that is easy to be selected depending on the number of reserved balls in the "symbol variation game". For example, in the case of "loss", when the number of reserved balls is 4, it is easier to select "shortening fluctuation (loss)" of "variation pattern 1" than when the number of reserved balls is 1. Then, the operation of the game may be improved. In addition, when the loss is determined in the "short-time game state" or the "probability change game state", the number of reserved balls in the second start port 22 is increased as a result of starting the "design variation game" in the second start port 22. When it becomes "0", for example, "normal reach (loss) / ST / time saving" may be selected to secure the time for the game ball to enter the second starting port 22. Further, a special symbol variation pattern that is easy to select for each set value may be provided, or a special symbol variation pattern that can be selected only by the set value may be provided. As a result, it is possible to infer (or grasp) what the set value is from the effect content of the executed special symbol variation pattern, which leads to the improvement of the game entertainment.

(Regarding the control processing performed by the main CPU 101)
The control processing performed by the main CPU 101 will be described with reference to FIGS. 10 to 19. The control program shown in the flowcharts of FIGS. 10 to 19 is stored in the main ROM 102, and the main CPU 101 reads a control program from the main ROM 102 and performs control processing according to the read control program.

(About main control board main processing)
FIG. 10 is a flowchart showing a main control board main process performed on the main control board 100. This process is started by the main CPU 101 of the main control board 100 when the power is turned on to the pachinko gaming machine 1 and the voltage and voltage (electric power) are supplied to each control board from the power supply board 400.

(Step S1)
In step S1, the main CPU 101 performs an initial setting process for initializing the values of registers provided inside. Then, when the initial setting process is completed, the process proceeds to step S2.

(Step S2)
In step S2, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not there is backed up data. The main CPU 101 temporarily backs up data such as the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in order to restore the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 when the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is stopped. When the data such as the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is temporarily backed up in the backup process, the backup flag is turned ON in the main RAM 103. Then, in step S2, it is determined whether or not there is backed up data based on whether or not the backup flag is ON in the main RAM 103. Then, if there is backed up data, the process is transferred to step S3, and if there is no backed up data, the process is transferred to step S8.

(Step S3)
In step S3, the main CPU 101 calculates a checksum from the data stored in the main RAM 103 when the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is stopped, and calculates the checksum from the data backed up by the backup process. Then, when the checksum is calculated, the process proceeds to step S4.

(Step S4)
In step S4, the main CPU 101 compares the checksum calculated from the data stored in the main RAM 103 when the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is stopped with the checksum calculated from the data backed up in the backup process. Then, it is determined whether or not the two match. Then, as a result of the determination, if both match, it is determined that the checksum is normal. Then, if the checksum is normal, the process shifts to step S5, and if the checksum is not normal, the process shifts to step S8.

(Step S5)
In step S5, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the RAM clear SW is ON. Although not shown in FIG. 2, the RAM clear SW is a SW provided on the back surface (power supply board 400) of the middle frame 3. For example, while pressing the RAM clear SW, the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on. Then, in the process, it is determined that the RAM clear SW is ON. Then, if the RAM clear SW is not ON, the process shifts to step S6, and if the RAM clear SW is ON, the process shifts to step S8.

(Step S6)
In step S6, the main CPU 101 performs a process of setting a power recovery command. The power recovery command is different from the power-on command described later, and is a command indicating that the game state or the like before the power supply is stopped is normally restored. Then, when the power recovery command is set, the process shifts to step S7.

(Step S7)
In step S7, the main CPU 101 returns to the number of holdings of the special symbol "symbol fluctuation game" before the power supply is stopped and the number of holdings of the normal symbol "symbol fluctuation game" before the power supply is stopped. Therefore, the process of setting the special symbol / normal symbol memory specification command is performed. Then, when the special symbol / normal symbol storage designation command is set, the process shifts to step S10.

(Step S8)
In step S8, the main CPU 101 initializes the area of the main RAM 103. For example, the value held when the power supply is stopped will be initialized in the process, and when the game store is closed in the "time saving game state" or the "probability change game state", the value is initialized in the process. By doing so, the "normal game state" will be set. Then, when the initialization of the main RAM 103 is completed, the process proceeds to step S9.

(Step S9)
In step S9, the main CPU 101 performs a process of setting a power-on command. The power-on command is a command indicating that the power is turned on with the initialization of the main RAM 103. Then, when the power-on command is set, the process shifts to step S10.

(Step S10)
In step S10, the main CPU 101 prohibits an interrupt of the main control board timer interrupt process, which is executed by periodically interrupting the main control board main process. Then, when the interrupt is disabled, the process shifts to step S11.

(Step S11)
In step S11, the main CPU 101 updates initial value random numbers such as a random number for hit determination, a random number for determining a special symbol, and a random number for determining a fluctuation pattern. Then, when the various random number update processes are completed, the process shifts to step S12.

(Step S12)
In step S12, the main CPU 101 permits an interrupt of the main control board timer interrupt process, which is executed by periodically interrupting the main control board main process. Then, when the interrupt is permitted, the process shifts to step S10 again, and thereafter, steps S10 to S12 are looped.

(About main control board timer interrupt processing)
FIG. 11 is a flowchart showing a main control board timer interrupt process performed on the main control board 100. This process is a process that is executed by periodically interrupting the main control board main process of FIG.

(Step S101)
In step S101, the main CPU 101 updates initial value random numbers such as a random number for hit determination, a random number for determining a special symbol, and a random number for determining a fluctuation pattern. Then, when the various random number update processes in one interrupt cycle are completed, the process shifts to step S102.

(Step S102)
In step S102, the main CPU 101 detects an input from each SW shown in FIG. The process will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. Then, after detecting the input from each SW in one interrupt cycle, the process shifts to step S103.

(Step S103)
In step S103, the main CPU 101 performs a process related to the special symbol. The process will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. Then, when the processing related to the special symbol in one interrupt cycle is completed, the processing shifts to step S104.

(Step S104)
In step S104, the main CPU 101 performs a process related to a normal symbol. For example, when the game ball passes through the gate member 20, a "normal symbol hit determination process" is performed, a process of determining a normal symbol, a process of determining a fluctuation time of a normal symbol, and the like are performed. Then, when the processing related to the normal symbol in one interrupt cycle is completed, the processing shifts to step S105.

(Step S105)
In step S105, the main CPU 101 performs a process related to paying out the game ball. For example, when the winning of a game ball is detected in the input SW detection process of step S102, a command transmission area is used to transmit a payout command signal to the payout control board 300 in order to pay out the corresponding prize ball. The payout command signal is set in, and the payout completion signal is received from the payout control board 300. Then, when the processing related to the payout of the game ball in one interrupt cycle is completed, the processing shifts to step S106.

(Step S106)
In step S106, the main CPU 101 performs a process of transmitting various commands to the effect control board 200. For example, the main CPU 101 confirms whether a command is set in the command transmission area in the process, and if the command is set, the set command is transmitted to the effect control board 200 or the payout control board 300. Send to. Then, when the command transmission process in one interrupt cycle is completed, the process shifts to step S107.

(Step S107)
In step S107, when the main CPU 101 is a "symbol variation game" based on the game ball entering the first starting port 21, the special symbol display control (variation display) is performed on the first special symbol display 27a. And confirmation display), and in the case of a "symbol variation game" based on the game ball entering the second starting port 22, display control (variation display and variation display) of the special symbol is performed on the second special symbol display 27b. Confirmation display) is performed. In addition, the first special symbol hold indicator 27c and the second special symbol hold are based on the fact that a game ball has entered each start port and that the "design variation game" at each start port has ended. It also controls the display of the display 27d. Then, when the display control of the special symbol in one interrupt cycle is completed, the process shifts to step S108.

(Step S108)
In step S108, the main CPU 101 performs display control (variable display and definite display) of the normal symbol on the normal symbol display 27e. Further, the display control of the normal symbol hold display 27f is also performed based on the fact that the game ball has passed through the gate member 20 and the "normal symbol variation game" is completed. Then, when the display control of the normal symbol is finished, the main control board timer interrupt process of one interrupt cycle is finished.

(About input SW detection processing)
FIG. 12 is a flowchart showing an input SW detection process performed on the main control board 100 (subroutine in step S102 of the main control board timer interrupt process).

(Step S102-1)
In step S102-1, the main CPU 101 performs the first start port detection time process. The process will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. Then, when the process at the time of detecting the first start port is completed, the process shifts to step S102-2.

(Step S102-2)
In step S102-2, the main CPU 101 performs a second start port detection time process. The process will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. Then, when the processing at the time of detecting the second start port is completed, the processing shifts to step S102-3.

(Step S102-3)
In step S102-3, when the main CPU 101 inputs information that detects the entry of a game ball from the normal winning opening detection SW23a, the main CPU 101 pays out eight game balls as prize balls to the payout control board 300. The process of setting the payout command signal in the command transmission area described above is performed. Further, in order to produce an effect corresponding to the entry of the game ball into the normal winning opening 23, a process of setting the normal winning opening winning command in the above-mentioned command transmission area is performed. Then, when the normal winning opening detection processing is completed, the processing proceeds to step S102-4.

(Step S102-4)
In step S102-4, when the main CPU 101 inputs the information that the entry of the game ball is detected from the large winning opening detection SW24a, the main CPU 101 pays out 10 game balls as the prize balls to the payout control board 300. The process of setting the payout command signal in the command transmission area described above is performed. Further, in order to perform an effect corresponding to the entry of the game ball into the large winning opening 24, the large winning opening entry detection signal is set in the above-mentioned command transmission area. The effect corresponding to the entry of a game ball into the large winning opening 24 is, for example, when more than 10 game balls are detected by the large winning opening detection SW24a per round (also referred to as over winning). It is mentioned that the fact is notified by the sound by the speaker 10. Then, when the processing at the time of detecting the large winning opening is completed, the processing shifts to step S102-5.

(Step S102-5)
In step S102-5, when the main CPU 101 inputs the information that the passage of the game ball is detected from the gate detection SW20a and the number of hold of the "normal symbol variation game" is less than "4", "normal". Add "1" to the number of holds of the "design variation game" to acquire a random number value used for the "ordinary symbol hit determination process" and store it in the hold storage area of the "ordinary symbol variation game" provided in the main RAM 103. .. Further, in order to produce an effect corresponding to the passage of the game ball through the gate member 20, a process of setting a gate passage command in the above-mentioned command transmission area is performed. Then, when the pass gate detection processing is completed, the processing shifts to step S103 of the main control board timer interrupt processing.

(Regarding the processing when the first start port is detected)
FIG. 13 is a flowchart showing the first start port detection processing performed on the main control board 100 (subroutine in step S102-1 of the main control board timer interrupt processing).

(Step S102-1-1)
In step S102-1-1, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the information in which the entry of the game ball is detected is input from the first start port detection SW21a. Then, when the information of detecting the entry of the game ball is input from the first start opening detection SW21a, the process shifts to step S102-1-2, and the entry of the game ball is detected from the first start opening detection SW21a. If the input information has not been input, the process for detecting the first start port is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S102-2 of the input SW detection process.

(Step S102-1-2)
In step S102-1-2, the main CPU 101 uses the command transmission area described above to pay out three game balls to the payout control board 300 as prize balls for the game balls entering the first starting port 21. Set the prize ball command to. Then, when the prize ball command is set, the process proceeds to step S102-1-3.

(Step S102-1-3)
In step S102-1-3, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the above-mentioned "fourth storage area" is stored. That is, it is determined whether or not the number of hold of the "design variation game" at the first starting port 21 is "4". Then, when the storage is stored up to the "fourth storage area", the process at the time of detecting the first start port is terminated, the process shifts to step S102-2 of the input SW detection process, and the process is up to the "fourth storage area". If it is not stored, the process proceeds to step S102-1-4.

(Step S102-1-4)
In step S102-1-4, the main CPU 101 acquires a hit determination random number value. The random number value acquired in this process will be used in the winning determination process (step S102-1-8) and the special symbol change start process (see FIG. 16), which will be described later. Then, when the hit determination random value is acquired, the process proceeds to step S102-1-5.

(Step S102-1-5)
In step S102-1-5, the main CPU 101 acquires a random value for determining a special symbol. The random number value acquired in this process will be used in the winning determination process (step S102-1-8) and the special symbol change start process (see FIG. 16), which will be described later. Then, when the random value for determining the special symbol is acquired, the process proceeds to step S102-1-6.

(Step S102-1-6)
In step S102-1-6, the main CPU 101 acquires a random value for determining a special symbol variation pattern. The random number value acquired in this process will be used in the winning determination process (step S102-1-8) and the special symbol change start process (see FIG. 16), which will be described later. Then, when the random value for determining the special symbol variation pattern is acquired, the process shifts to step S102-1-7.

(Step S102-1-7)
In step S102-1-7, the main CPU 101 stores the hit determination random value, the special symbol determination random value, and the special symbol variation pattern determination random value in an empty storage area. For example, if the "third storage area" is stored and the "fourth storage area" is empty, each random value is stored in the "fourth storage area". Then, when each random value is stored in an empty storage area, the process proceeds to step S102-1-8.

(Step S102-1-8)
In step S102-1-8, the main CPU 101 performs a winning determination process. This winning determination process determines whether or not the random number value acquired in step S102-1-4 is a hit prior to the special symbol collision determination process in the special symbol variation start process (see FIG. 16). It is a process. As a result, for example, when the hit determination random value stored in the "fourth storage area" in step S102-1-7 is a hit, the advance notice effect (“look-ahead effect” described later) is performed over a plurality of fluctuations. Can be executed. Then, when the winning determination process is completed, the process proceeds to step S102-1-9.

(Step S102-1-9)
In step S102-1-9, the main CPU 101 sets the first start opening winning command in the above-mentioned command transmission area in order to transmit the first starting opening winning command to the effect control board 200. The first start opening winning command also includes information on the determination result of the winning determination process in step S102-1-8, and the effect control board 200 receives the command to determine the winning. It is possible to recognize whether the judgment result of the process is a hit or a miss. This makes it possible to execute a look-ahead effect in which the hit is confirmed (for example, an effect in which the first special symbol hold display lamp 31 performs a hold display indicating the hit confirmation). Then, when the first start port winning command is set, the process at the time of detecting the first start port is terminated, and the process shifts to step S102-2 of the input SW detection process.

In the present embodiment, the winning determination process based on the entry of the game ball into the first starting port 21 is targeted for execution during "non-variable short-term" and non-executable for "non-variable short-term medium". ing. Therefore, even if the game ball enters the first starting port 21 during the “during change”, the “look-ahead effect” based on the entry is not executed. In addition, when the "look-ahead effect" is being executed based on the entry of the game ball into the first start opening 21 during "non-variable short-term", the entry of the game ball into the second start opening 22 is performed. If so, as will be described later, the "design variation game" based on the entry of the game ball into the second starting port 22 is from the "design variation game" based on the entry of the game ball into the first starting opening 21. However, in such a case, the "look-ahead effect" is temporarily interrupted, and the "design variation game" based on the entry of the game ball into the second starting port 22 ends. After that, it is supposed to resume.

(Regarding the processing when the second start port is detected)
FIG. 14 is a flowchart showing a second start port detection processing performed on the main control board 100 (subroutine in step S102-2 of the main control board timer interrupt processing).

(Step S102-2-1)
In step S102-2-1, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the information in which the entry of the game ball is detected is input from the second start port detection SW22a. Then, when the information of detecting the entry of the game ball is input from the second start opening detection SW22a, the process shifts to step S102-2-2, and the entry of the game ball is detected from the second start opening detection SW22a. If the input information has not been input, the process for detecting the second start port is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S102-3 of the input SW detection process.

(Step S102-2-2)
In step S102-2-2, the main CPU 101 uses the command transmission area described above to pay out the two game balls to the payout control board 300 as prize balls for the game balls entering the second starting port 22. Set the prize ball command to. Then, when the prize ball command is set, the process proceeds to step S102-2-3.

(Step S102-2-3)
In step S102-2-3, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the above-mentioned "fourth storage area" is stored. That is, it is determined whether or not the number of hold of the "design variation game" at the second starting port 22 is "4". Then, when the storage is stored up to the "fourth storage area", the process at the time of detecting the second start port is terminated, the process shifts to step S102-3 of the input SW detection process, and the process is up to the "fourth storage area". If it is not stored, the process proceeds to step S102-2-4.

(Step S102-2-4)
In step S102-2-4, the main CPU 101 acquires a hit determination random number value. The random number value acquired in this process will be used in the winning determination process (step S102-2-8) and the special symbol change start process (see FIG. 16), which will be described later. Then, when the hit determination random value is acquired, the process proceeds to step S102-2-5.

(Step S102-2-5)
In step S102-2-5, the main CPU 101 acquires a random value for determining a special symbol. The random number value acquired in this process will be used in the winning determination process (step S102-2-8) and the special symbol change start process (see FIG. 16), which will be described later. Then, when the random value for determining the special symbol is acquired, the process proceeds to step S102-2-6.

(Step S102-2-6)
In step S102-2-6, the main CPU 101 acquires a random value for determining a special symbol variation pattern. The random number value acquired in this process will be used in the winning determination process (step S102-2-8) and the special symbol change start process (see FIG. 16), which will be described later. Then, when the random value for determining the special symbol variation pattern is acquired, the process proceeds to step S102-2-7.

(Step S102-2-7)
In step S102-2-7, the main CPU 101 stores the hit determination random value, the special symbol determination random value, and the special symbol variation pattern determination random value in an empty storage area. For example, if the "third storage area" is stored and the "fourth storage area" is empty, each random value is stored in the "fourth storage area". Then, when each random value is stored in an empty storage area, the process proceeds to step S102-2-8.

(Step S102-2-8)
In step S102-2-8, the main CPU 101 performs a winning determination process. This winning determination process determines whether or not the random number value acquired in step S102-2-4 is a hit prior to the special symbol hit detection process in the special symbol change start process (see FIG. 16). It is a process. As a result, for example, when the hit determination random value stored in the “fourth storage area” in step S102-2-7 is a hit, the advance notice effect (“look-ahead effect” described later) is performed over a plurality of fluctuations. Can be executed. Then, when the winning determination process is completed, the process proceeds to step S102-2-9.

(Step S102-2-9)
In step S102-2-9, the main CPU 101 sets the second start opening winning command in the above-mentioned command transmission area in order to transmit the second starting opening winning command to the effect control board 200. The second start opening winning command also includes information on the determination result of the winning determination process in step S102-2-8, and the effect control board 200 receives the command to determine the winning. It is possible to recognize whether the judgment result of the process is a hit or a miss. This makes it possible to execute a look-ahead effect in which the hit is confirmed (for example, an effect in which the second special symbol hold display lamp 32 performs a hold display indicating the hit confirmation). Then, when the second start port winning command is set, the process at the time of detecting the second start port is terminated, and the process shifts to step S102-3 of the input SW detection process.

In the present embodiment, the winning determination process based on the entry of the game ball into the second starting port 22 is targeted for execution in "during variable and short", and is not targeted for execution in "during non-variable short". ing. Therefore, even if the game ball enters the second starting port 22 in the “non-variable short-range”, the “look-ahead effect” based on the entry is not executed.

(About special symbol related processing)
FIG. 15 is a flowchart showing a special symbol-related process performed on the main control board 100 (subroutine in step S103 of the main control board timer interrupt process).

(Step S103-1)
In step S103-1, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not a flag indicating stoppage is stored in the special symbol state flag storage area provided in the main RAM 103. For example, when the main CPU 101 starts the change of the special symbol, the value "1" indicating that the special symbol is being changed is set in the special symbol state flag storage area (step S103-2-13 in FIG. 16 described later), and the special symbol is set. When the fluctuation of the symbol is stopped, the value "0" indicating that the symbol is stopped is set in the special symbol state flag storage area (step S103-4-3 in FIG. 17 described later). After setting the value "0" indicating that the game is stopped, if it is a hit, the value "2" indicating the winning game is set (step S103-4-17 in FIG. 17 described later). Then, if the value "0" indicating that the unit is stopped is set, the process shifts to step S103-2, and if the value "0" indicating that the unit is stopped is not set, the process is performed in step S103-3. To migrate.

(Step S103-2)
In step S103-2, the main CPU 101 performs the special symbol change start processing shown in FIG. The process will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. Then, when the special symbol change start processing is completed, the special symbol-related processing is terminated, and the processing shifts to step S104 of the main control board timer interrupt processing.

(Step S103-3)
In step S103-3, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not a flag indicating that the flag is being changed is stored in the special symbol state flag storage area provided in the main RAM 103. Then, when the value "1" indicating the change is set, the process is shifted to step S103-4, and when the value "1" indicating the change is not set, the process is performed in step S103-5. To migrate.

(Step S103-4)
In step S103-4, the main CPU 101 performs the special symbol changing process shown in FIG. The process will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. Then, when the processing during the special symbol change is completed, the special symbol-related processing is terminated, and the processing shifts to step S104 of the main control board timer interrupt processing.

(Step S103-5)
In step S103-5, when the main CPU 101 determines that the value "0" indicating that the game is stopped is not set and the value "1" indicating that the game is changing is not set, the winning game It is determined that the value "2" indicating the above is set, and the winning game processing shown in FIGS. 18 and 19 is performed. The process will be described in detail later with reference to FIGS. 18 and 19. Then, when the winning game process is completed, the special symbol-related process is terminated, and the process shifts to step S104 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Regarding processing at the start of special symbol change)
FIG. 16 is a flowchart showing a special symbol change start processing (subroutine in step S103-2 of special symbol related processing) performed on the main control board 100.

(Step S103-2-1)
In step S103-2-1, the main CPU 101 has "first storage area" to "fourth storage area" in the reserved storage area of the "design variation game" corresponding to the second start port 22 provided in the main RAM 103. It is determined whether or not the state is not held in any of the above. If the number of holds corresponding to the second starting port 22 is not "0", the process shifts to step S103-2-2, and the number of holdings corresponding to the second starting port 22 is "0". If so, the process proceeds to step S103-2-4.

(Step S103-2-2)
In step S103-2-2, the main CPU 101 subtracts "1" from the number of holdings of the second starting port 22. Regarding the subtraction, as described in the above-mentioned "About the second starting port 22", after sliding the determination information (random value value) of the "relevant storage area" to the "fourth storage area", " It corresponds to emptying the storage area of "1". Along with this, the display of the second special symbol hold indicator 27d also changes to a display mode (from "blinking" to "lighting" or from "lighting" to "off") according to the number of holdings. Then, when the number of holdings of the second starting port 22 is subtracted by "1", the process proceeds to step S103-2-3.

(Step S103-2-3)
In step S103-2-3, the main CPU 101 sets the second start port subtraction command in the command transmission area described above in order to subtract and display the hold display on the second special symbol hold display lamp 32. Then, when the second start port subtraction command is set, the process shifts to step S103-2-8.

(Step S103-2-4)
In step S103-2-4, the main CPU 101 has "first storage area" to "fourth storage area" in the reserved storage area of the "design variation game" corresponding to the first start port 21 provided in the main RAM 103. It is determined whether or not the state is not held in any of the above. If the number of holds corresponding to the first starting port 21 is not "0", the process shifts to step S103-2-5, and the number of holdings corresponding to the first starting port 21 is "0". In that case, the process shifts to step S103-2-6.

(Step S103-2-5)
In step S103-2-5, the main CPU 101 subtracts "1" from the number of holdings of the first starting port 21. Regarding the subtraction, as described in the above-mentioned "About the first starting port 21", after sliding the determination information (random value value) of the "relevant storage area" to the "fourth storage area", " It corresponds to emptying the storage area of "1". Along with this, the display of the first special symbol hold indicator 27c also changes to a display mode (from "blinking" to "lighting" or from "lighting" to "off") according to the number of holdings. Then, when the number of holdings of the first starting port 21 is subtracted by "1", the process shifts to step S103-2-7.

(Step S103-2-6)
In step S103-2-6, the main CPU 101 determines that the player is not playing the game if the "design variation game" is not played for a predetermined time, and for example, a demonstration effect using the "outer reel". To execute, set the demo command in the command transmission area described above. Then, when the demo command is set, the process at the start of the special symbol change is terminated, and the process shifts to step S104 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S103-2-7)
In step S103-2-7, the main CPU 101 sets the first start port subtraction command in the command transmission area described above in order to subtract and display the hold display on the first special symbol hold display lamp 31. Then, when the first start port subtraction command is set, the process shifts to step S103-2-8.

(Step S103-2-8)
In step S103-2-8, when the main CPU 101 subtracts the second start port hold and performs the process, the main CPU 101 uses the determination information (random value value) acquired and stored in the process at the time of detecting the second start port. On the other hand, when the process is performed by subtracting the first start port hold, the determination information (random value) is determined to be a hit by using the determination information (random value) acquired and stored in the process when the first start port is detected. Determine if it is information (random value). For example, in the special symbol hit detection table in FIG. 6, there are "2" random value of hit and "396" random value of loss. In the process, it is determined whether or not the above-mentioned acquired and stored determination information (random value) corresponds to any of the random values per "2". Then, if applicable, it is determined to be "hit", and if it corresponds to any one of the "396" random values of the loss, it is determined to be "missing". Then, when the hit determination process of the special symbol is completed, the process shifts to step S103-2-9. In the following steps S103-2-9 to S103-2-12, processing is performed based on the determination result (whether it is a hit or a loss) in step S103-2-8.

In the present embodiment, the fact that step S103-2-3 leads to step S103-2-8 and that step S103-2-7 leads to step S103-2-8 means that "starting conditions have been satisfied". Corresponds to.

(Step S103-2-9)
In step S103-2-9, the main CPU 101 determines a special symbol to be confirmed and displayed as a determination result of the "special symbol hit determination process" in the first special symbol display 27a or the second special symbol display 27b. For example, when the special symbol hit determination process is performed by subtracting the second start port hold and the determination is made, the table for (2) the second start port 22 in FIG. 7 and the above-mentioned random number for determining the special symbol are used. The special symbol is determined using and, the first start port hold is subtracted, and the special symbol hit determination process is performed. A special symbol is determined using the above-mentioned random number for determining the special symbol. Also, when it is determined that there is a loss, a special symbol for the loss is determined in the same manner. Then, when the special symbol is determined, the process proceeds to step S103-2-10.

(Step S103-2-10)
In step S103-2-10, the main CPU 101 determines the variation pattern of the special symbol in the "symbol variation game". For example, if it is determined to be a loss in the "normal gaming state", one of the variation patterns from "variation pattern 1" to "variation pattern 6" is determined, and it is determined to be a hit in the "normal gaming state". In that case, one of the fluctuation patterns from "variation pattern 6" to "variation pattern 10" is determined. Then, when the variation pattern of the special symbol is determined, the process shifts to step S103-2-11.

(Step S103-2-11)
In step S103-2-11, the main CPU 101 sets the command indicating the special symbol determined in step S103-2-9 in the above-mentioned command transmission area in order to transmit the command to the effect control board 200. For example, when "special symbol A" is determined in step S103-2-9, a symbol designation command indicating "special symbol A" is transmitted. Then, when the symbol designation command is set, the process shifts to step S103-2-12.

(Step S103-2-12)
In step S103-2-12, the main CPU 101 sets the command indicating the special symbol variation pattern determined in step S103-2-10 in the above-mentioned command transmission area in order to transmit to the effect control board 200. .. For example, when the "variation pattern 9" is determined in step S103-2-10, a special symbol variation pattern designation command indicating the "variation pattern 9" is transmitted. The processing and the like based on the reception of the command (by the effect control board 200) will be described later. Then, when the special symbol variation pattern designation command is set, the process shifts to step S103-2-13.

(Step S103-2-13)
In step S103-2-13, the main CPU 101 sets a value "1" indicating that the flag is changing in the special symbol state flag storage area provided in the main RAM 103. This makes it possible to recognize that the special symbol is changing. Further, although not shown, in the process, a timer related to the fluctuation time corresponding to the determined special symbol fluctuation pattern is set in the main RAM 103, and counting is started. Then, when the value "1" indicating the change is set in the special symbol state flag storage area, the processing at the start of the special symbol change is terminated, and the process shifts to step S104 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

As shown in the above description of FIG. 16, in the present embodiment, if there is a hold of the second starting port 22 in step S103-2-1, the special symbol collision determination process takes precedence over the first starting port 21. I tried to execute. This is because, as described above, it is advantageous for the player to give the winning game based on the ball entering the second starting port 22 (the number of given rounds is large). This is a consideration so that the player does not suffer any disadvantage. In this embodiment, the second starting port 22 is given priority, but the special symbol collision determination process is executed in the order of entering the first starting port 21 and the second starting port 22. You may do so.

Further, in FIG. 16 above, the configuration is such that only "hit" or "missing" is determined, but when it is determined that it is not "hit", is it a "small hit" different from the hit game? You may make a judgment as to whether or not. Then, if it is determined that it is a "small hit", a "small hit game" is given, and the large winning opening 24 is controlled by an opening / closing mode that is more disadvantageous to the player than the "hit game" and the number of times of opening. You may do it.

(About processing during special symbol change)
FIG. 17 is a flowchart (subroutine in step S103-4 of the special symbol-related processing) showing the processing during the special symbol change performed on the main control board 100.

(Step S103-4-1)
In step S103-4-1, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the timer related to the fluctuation time set in the main RAM 103 described above has elapsed. For example, when the "variation pattern 8" is determined and the timer is set to "90S", it is determined whether or not "90S" has elapsed. For the convenience of transmitting the symbol stop command described later to the effect control board 200, the timing of determining that the timer has elapsed may be advanced. For example, in the case of "variation pattern 8", the time point at which "89S" has elapsed may be the timing for determining that the timer has elapsed. By doing so, there will be a significant difference between the timing at which the special symbol is confirmed and displayed on the first special symbol display 27a and the second special symbol display 27b and the timing at which the decorative symbol is confirmed and displayed on the reel unit 26. Can be prevented. Then, when the change time of the special symbol has elapsed, the process shifts to step S103-4-2, and when the change time of the special symbol has not elapsed, the process during the change of the special symbol is terminated and the main control is performed. The process shifts to step S104 of the board timer interrupt process.

(Step S103-4-2)
In step S103-4-2, the main CPU 101 enters the above-mentioned command transmission area in order to transmit a symbol stop command for stopping the decorative symbol that is variablely displayed on the reel unit 26 to the effect control board 200. set. Then, when the symbol stop command is set, the process shifts to step S103-4-3.

(Step S103-4-3)
In step S103-4-3, the main CPU 101 sets a value "0" indicating that the system is stopped in the special symbol state flag storage area provided in the main RAM 103. This makes it possible to recognize that the special symbol is stopped. Then, when the value “0” indicating that the system is stopped is set in the special symbol state flag storage area, the process shifts to step S103-4-4.

(Step S103-4-4)
In step S103-4-4, the main CPU 101 determines whether the value set in the game state storage area provided in the main RAM 103 is "2". Then, when the value set in the game state storage area is "2", the process shifts to step S103-4-5, and when the value set in the game state storage area is not 2, step S103 The process is transferred to -4-11.

(Step S103-4-5)
In step S103-4-5, the main CPU 101 updates the probability variation counter (subtracts the counter value by "1"). Here, the "probability change counter" is a counter provided in the main RAM 103, and when the game state is set to the "probability change game state", the upper limit number of times of the "probability change game state" is set, and then one game is played. It is a counter used for performing a series of controls such as subtracting "1" each time, and ending the "probability change game state" when the counter value becomes "0". It should be noted that the setting of the upper limit number of times of the "probability variation game state" is performed in FIGS. 18 and 19 described later. Then, when the probability variation counter is updated (the counter value is subtracted by "1"), the process shifts to step S103-4-6.

(Step S103-4-6)
In step S103-4-6, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the normal figure support status counter set is in progress. Here, the "normal figure support state counter" is a counter provided in the main RAM 103, and when the game state is set to the "probability variable game state" or the "time-saving game state", the upper limit number of times of the normal figure support state is set. Is set, and after that, "1" is subtracted every time one game is played, and when the counter value becomes "0", a series of controls such as ending the "probability variable game state" or the "time saving game state" are performed. It is a counter used to do this. It should be noted that the setting of the upper limit number of times of the normal figure support state is performed in FIGS. 18 and 19 described later. Then, if it is in the normal map support status counter set, the process shifts to step S103-4-7, and if it is not in the normal map support status counter set, the process shifts to step S103-4-8.

(Step S103-4-7)
In step S103-4-7, the main CPU 101 updates the normal figure support status counter (subtracts the counter value by "1"). Then, when the normal figure support status counter is updated (the counter value is subtracted by "1"), the process shifts to step S103-4-8.

(Step S103-4-8)
In step S103-4-8, the main CPU 101 determines which counter value (the value of the probability variation counter and the value of the normal figure support state counter) is "0" after subtraction. Here, in FIGS. 18 and 19 described later, a special symbol (special symbol C, special symbol D, special symbol E, special symbol H) in which the same value is set as the probability variation counter and the normal symbol support state counter is used. After the winning game, as a result of performing the processing of step S103-4-5 and step 103-4-7, the values of the probability variation counter and the normal figure support state counter become "0" at the same time. Therefore, when it becomes "0" at the same time, the process is positively determined. Further, after the winning game with the special symbols (special symbol A, special symbol G) in which only the normal symbol support status counter is set without setting the probability variation counter, the process of step S103-4-13 described later is performed. It is determined whether the value after subtraction is "0". On the other hand, after the winning game with the special symbol (special symbol B) in which the same value is not set as the probability variation counter and the normal diagram support status counter, the set probability variation counter is "100" and the normal diagram support status is set. Since the counter is "30", the normal map support status counter becomes "0" first, but even if the normal map support status counter becomes "0", the probability variation counter is not "0", so the processing concerned. Is negatively determined (after 100 rotations in the probabilistic gaming state, affirmative is determined). If the subtracted value of any of the counter values (the value of the probability variation counter and the value of the normal figure support state counter) is "0", the process shifts to step S103-4-9, and any counter is used. If the value (the value of the probability variation counter and the value of the normal figure support status counter) is not "0" after subtraction, the process proceeds to step S103-4-16.

(Step S103-4-9)
In step S103-4-9, the main CPU 101 sets the gaming state to the normal gaming state. Therefore, in the process, "0" is set in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103. Then, when "0" is set in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103, the process shifts to step S103-4-10.

(Step S103-4-10)
In step S103-4-10, the main CPU 101 is set in the above-mentioned command transmission area in order to transmit a game state command indicating that the game is in the normal game state to the effect control board 200. Then, when a game state command indicating that the game state is in the normal game state is set, the process shifts to step S103-4-16.

(Step S103-4-11)
In step S103-4-11, the main CPU 101 determines whether the value set in the game state storage area provided in the main RAM 103 is "1". Then, when the value set in the game state storage area is "1", the process shifts to step S103-4-12, and when the value set in the game state storage area is not "1", the process shifts to step S103-4-12. The process shifts to step S103-4-16.

(Step S103-4-12)
In step S103-4-12, the main CPU 101 updates the normal figure support status counter (subtracts the counter value by "1"). Then, when the normal figure support status counter is updated (the counter value is subtracted by "1"), the process shifts to step S103-4-13.

(Step S103-4-13)
In step S103-4-13, the main CPU 101 determines whether the subtracted value (value of the normal figure support state counter) is "0". Then, when the value after subtraction (value of the normal map support status counter) is "0", the process shifts to step S103-4-14, and the value after subtraction (value of the normal map support status counter) becomes. If it is not "0", the process proceeds to step S103-4-16.

(Step S103-4-14)
In step S103-4-14, the main CPU 101 sets the gaming state to the normal gaming state. Therefore, in the process, "0" is set in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103. Then, when "0" is set in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103, the process shifts to step S103-4-15.

(Step S103-4-15)
In steps S103-4-15, the main CPU 101 is set in the above-mentioned command transmission area in order to transmit a game state command indicating that it is in a normal game state to the effect control board 200. Then, when a game state command indicating that the game state is in the normal game state is set, the process shifts to step S103-4-16.

(Step S103-4-16)
In step S103-4-16, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the determination result of the "special symbol hit determination process" in step S103-2-8 of FIG. 16 is "hit". Then, when the determination result of the "special symbol hit determination process" is "hit", the process shifts to step S103-4-17, and the determination result of the "special symbol hit determination process" is not "hit". Ends the process during special symbol change, and shifts the process to step S104 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S103-4-17)
In step S103-4-17, the main CPU 101 sets a value "2" indicating a winning game in the special symbol state flag storage area provided in the main RAM 103. As a result, it is possible to recognize that the special symbol is stopped and that it is a winning game. Then, when the value "2" indicating the winning game is set in the special symbol state flag storage area, the process shifts to step S103-4-18.

(Step S103-4-18)
In step S103-4-18, the main CPU 101 shifts to the opening that notifies that the winning game has started. For example, in the hit game in-game state storage area provided in the main RAM 103, the state in the hit game is stored, and if it is the opening, "0" is set, and if the big winning opening 24 is open. "1" is set, "2" is set if it is an interval between rounds, and "3" is set if it is an ending. Then, when "0" indicating the opening is set in the winning game in-game state storage area, the processing during special symbol change is terminated, and the processing shifts to step S104 of the main control board timer interrupt processing.

(About winning game processing)
18 and 19 are flowcharts (subroutines in step S103-5 of special symbol-related processing) showing the winning game processing performed on the main control board 100.

(Step S103-5-1)
In step S103-5-1, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the opening is in progress. It is determined whether or not "0" indicating the opening is set in the hit-game state storage area provided in the main RAM 103 described above. When the big winning opening is opened in step S103-5-3 described later, the value of the winning game in-game state storage area changes from "0" to "1". Then, if the opening is in progress, the process shifts to step S103-5-2, and if the opening is not in progress, the process shifts to step S103-5-4.

(Step S103-5-2)
In step S103-5-2, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the time corresponding to the opening (for example, "10S") has elapsed. Then, if the time corresponding to the opening has elapsed, the process shifts to step S103-5-3, and if the time corresponding to the opening has not elapsed, the winning game process is terminated and the main control is performed. The process shifts to step S104 of the board timer interrupt process.

(Step S103-5-3)
In step S103-5-3, the main CPU 101 drives the large winning opening opening / closing solenoid 24b to open the large winning opening 24. As a result, the first round of the winning game will start. In this process, the value of the winning game state storage area is changed from "0" to "1". Then, when the large winning opening 24 is opened, the winning game process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S104 of the main control board timer interrupt process. The main CPU 101 drives and controls the large winning opening opening / closing solenoid 24b based on the number of granted rounds specified in the special symbol determined in the special symbol determination process. For example, when "special symbol A" is determined, the large winning opening opening / closing solenoid 24b is driven and controlled for "7 rounds", and when "special symbol E" is determined, the large winning opening is opened for "16 rounds". The open / close solenoid 24b is driven and controlled.

(Step S103-5-4)
In step S103-5-4, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the big winning opening is open. In the hit game in-game state storage area provided in the main RAM 103 described above, it is determined whether or not "1" indicating that the big winning opening is open is set. Then, if the big winning opening is open, the process shifts to step S103-5-5, and if the big winning opening is not open, the process shifts to step S103-5-7.

(Step S103-5-5)
In step S103-5-5, the main CPU 101 has passed 29.5S with the large winning opening 24 open without detecting the entry of 10 balls by the large winning opening detection SW24a, or has detected the large winning opening. It is determined whether or not the entry of 10 balls is detected by the SW24a, and whether or not any one of the conditions for closing the large winning opening is satisfied. Then, when the big winning opening closing condition is satisfied, the process shifts to step S103-5-6, and when the big winning opening closing condition is not satisfied, the winning game process is terminated and the main control board timer. The process shifts to step S104 of the interrupt process.

(Step S103-5-6)
In step S103-5-6, the main CPU 101 shifts to the inter-round interval constituting the period from the closing of the large winning opening 24 to the next opening. In this process, the value of the winning game state storage area is set to "1" to "2". Then, when "2" indicating the interval between rounds is set in the hit game in-game state storage area, the hit game process is terminated, and the process shifts to step S104 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S103-5-7)
In step S103-5-7, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the interval between rounds is in progress. It is determined whether or not "2" indicating the interval between rounds is set in the hit game in-game state storage area provided in the main RAM 103 described above. Then, if it is in the inter-round interval, the process shifts to step S103-5-8, and if it is not in the inter-round interval, the process shifts to step S103-5-12.

(Step S103-5-8)
In step S103-5-8, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not it is the end of the final round. For example, if the number of rounds is updated (incremented or decremented) in step S103-5-10 described later and the number of remaining rounds is "0", it is determined that the final round has ended in the process. Then, if it is the end of the final round, the process shifts to step S103-5-9, and if it is not the end of the final round, the process shifts to step S103-5-10.

(Step S103-5-9)
In step S103-5-9, the main CPU 101 shifts to the ending notifying that the winning game is completed. In this process, the value of the winning game state storage area is set to "2" to "3". Further, the time corresponding to the ending of the winning game (for example, "10S") is set in the counter of the main RAM 103. Then, when "3" indicating the ending is set in the hit game in progress state storage area, the hit game process is ended, and the process shifts to step S104 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S103-5-10)
In step S103-5-10, the main CPU 101 updates the value of the round number counter of the main RAM 103. The update method may be increment or decrement. For example, when "per 7 rounds" is given, "7" may be set in the round number counter of the main RAM 103 so that 1 decrement is performed for each round digested, or the number of rounds of the main RAM 103. Instead of setting "7" in the counter, it may be incremented by 1 for each round. Then, when the number of rounds is updated, the process shifts to step S103-5-11.

(Step S103-5-11)
In steps S103-5-11, the main CPU 101 drives the large winning opening opening / closing solenoid 24b to open the large winning opening 24. In this process, the value of the winning game state storage area is changed from "2" to "1". Then, when the large winning opening 24 is opened, the winning game process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S104 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S103-5-12)
In steps S103-5-12, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the time corresponding to the ending (for example, "10S") has elapsed. Then, if the time corresponding to the ending has elapsed, the process shifts to step S103-5-13, and if the time corresponding to the ending has not elapsed, the winning game process is terminated and the main control is performed. The process shifts to step S104 of the board timer interrupt process.

(Step S103-5-13)
In steps S103-5-13, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the special symbol is any one of "special symbol C", "special symbol D", "special symbol E", and "special symbol H". That is, it is determined whether or not the symbol determined in the above-mentioned "special symbol determination process" is any of "special symbol C", "special symbol D", "special symbol E", and "special symbol H". do. If the special symbol is any of "special symbol C", "special symbol D", "special symbol E", and "special symbol H", the process shifts to step S103-5-14, and the special symbol If is not any of "special symbol C", "special symbol D", "special symbol E", and "special symbol H", the process proceeds to step S103-5-18.

(Step S103-5-14)
In steps S103-5-14, the main CPU 101 sets the gaming state to the probabilistic gaming state. Therefore, in the process, "2" is set in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103. Then, when "2" is set in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103, the process shifts to step S103-5-15.

(Step S103-5-15)
In steps S103-5-15, the main CPU 101 sets “100” in the probability variation counter provided in the main RAM 103. As a result, the probabilistic game state with the upper limit of 100 times starts from the next fluctuation. Then, when "100" is set in the probability variation counter provided in the main RAM 103, the process shifts to step S103-5-16.

(Step S103-5-16)
In steps S103-5-16, the main CPU 101 sets "100" in the normal figure support status counter provided in the main RAM 103. As a result, along with the probabilistic game state with the upper limit of 100 times, the normal map support state with the upper limit of 100 times starts from the next fluctuation. Then, when "100" is set in the normal figure support state counter provided in the main RAM 103, the process shifts to step S103-5-17.

(Step S103-5-17)
In steps S103-5-17, the main CPU 101 is set in the above-mentioned command transmission area in order to transmit a game state command indicating that the game is in a probabilistic game state to the effect control board 200. Then, when the game state command indicating that the game is in the probabilistic game state is set, the winning game process is terminated, and the process shifts to step S104 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S103-5-18)
In steps S103-5-18, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the special symbol is "special symbol B". That is, it is determined whether or not the symbol determined in the above-mentioned "special symbol determination process" is "special symbol B". Then, when the special symbol is "special symbol B", the process shifts to step S103-5-19, and when the special symbol is not "special symbol B", the process shifts to step S103-5-23. do.

(Step S103-5-19)
In steps S103-5-19, the main CPU 101 sets the gaming state to the probabilistic gaming state. Therefore, in the process, "2" is set in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103. Then, when "2" is set in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103, the process shifts to step S103-5-20.

(Step S103-5-20)
In steps S103-5-20, the main CPU 101 sets "100" in the probability variation counter provided in the main RAM 103. As a result, the probabilistic gaming state with the upper limit of "100" times starts from the next fluctuation. Then, when "100" is set in the probability variation counter provided in the main RAM 103, the process shifts to step S103-5-21.

(Step S103-5-21)
In step S103-5-21, the main CPU 101 sets "30" in the normal figure support status counter provided in the main RAM 103. As a result, along with the probabilistic game state with the upper limit of 100 times, the normal map support state with the upper limit of 30 times starts from the next fluctuation. Then, when "30" is set in the normal figure support state counter provided in the main RAM 103, the process shifts to step S103-5-22.

(Step S103-5-22)
In steps S103-5-22, the main CPU 101 is set in the above-mentioned command transmission area in order to transmit a game state command indicating that the game is in a probabilistic game state to the effect control board 200. Then, when the game state command indicating that the game is in the probabilistic game state is set, the winning game process is terminated, and the process shifts to step S104 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S103-5-23)
In steps S103-5-23, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the special symbol is the "special symbol G". That is, it is determined whether or not the symbol determined in the above-mentioned "special symbol determination process" is the "special symbol G". Then, if the special symbol is "special symbol G", the process shifts to step S103-5-24, and if the special symbol is not "special symbol G", the process shifts to step S103-5-27. do.

(Step S103-5-24)
In steps S103-5-24, the main CPU 101 sets the gaming state to the time-saving gaming state. Therefore, in the process, "1" is set in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103. Then, when "1" is set in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103, the process shifts to step S103-5-25.

(Step S103-5-25)
In steps S103-5-25, the main CPU 101 sets "100" in the normal figure support status counter provided in the main RAM 103. As a result, the probabilistic game state does not operate, but the normal map support state with an upper limit of 100 times starts from the next fluctuation. Then, when "100" is set in the normal figure support state counter provided in the main RAM 103, the process shifts to step S103-5-26.

(Step S103-5-26)
In steps S103-5-26, the main CPU 101 is set in the above-mentioned command transmission area in order to transmit a game state command indicating that the game is in a time-saving game state to the effect control board 200. Then, when the game state command indicating that the game is in the time-saving game state is set, the winning game process is terminated, and the process shifts to step S104 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S103-5-27)
In steps S103-5-27, the main CPU 101 sets the gaming state (corresponding to the "special symbol A") to the time-saving gaming state. Therefore, in the process, "1" is set in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103. Then, when "1" is set in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103, the process shifts to step S103-5-28.

(Step S103-5-28)
In steps S103-5-28, the main CPU 101 sets "30" in the normal figure support status counter provided in the main RAM 103. As a result, the probabilistic game state does not operate, but the normal map support state with an upper limit of 30 times starts from the next fluctuation. Then, when "30" is set in the normal figure support state counter provided in the main RAM 103, the process shifts to step S103-5-29.

(Step S103-5-29)
In steps S103-5-29, the main CPU 101 is set in the above-mentioned command transmission area in order to transmit a game state command indicating that the game is in a time-saving game state to the effect control board 200. Then, when the game state command indicating that the game is in the time-saving game state is set, the winning game process is terminated, and the process shifts to step S104 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Regarding the control processing performed by the sub CPU 201)
The control process performed by the sub CPU 201 will be described with reference to FIGS. 20 to 23. The control program shown in the flowcharts of FIGS. 20 to 23 is stored in the sub ROM 202, and the sub CPU 201 reads the control program from the sub ROM 202 and performs control processing according to the read control program.

(About the effect control board timer interrupt processing)
FIG. 20 is a flowchart showing an effect control board timer interrupt process performed on the effect control board 200. This process is a process that is executed by periodically interrupting the effect control board main process (not shown).

(Step S300)
In step S300, the sub CPU 201 saves the contents of the register to the stack area. Then, when the contents of the register in one interrupt cycle are saved in the stack area, the process shifts to step S301.

(Step S301)
In step S301, the sub CPU 201 performs the main command reception process shown in FIGS. 21 and 22. The process will be described in detail later with reference to FIGS. 21 and 22. Then, when the main command reception process is completed, the process proceeds to step S302.

(Step S302)
In step S302, the sub CPU 201 performs an input process of the operating device. For example, when the effect button 14 is operated, operation information is input from the effect button detection SW14a, and when the effect lever 15 is operated, operation information is input from the effect lever detection SW15a, and the cross key button 16 is operated. If so, the operation information is input from the cross key detection SW16a. When the sub CPU 201 inputs these operation information, the sub CPU 201 controls to execute the effect by using the outer reel, the speaker 10, and the like. Then, when the input processing of the operating device in one interrupt cycle is completed, the processing shifts to step S303.

(Step S303)
In step S303, the sub CPU 201 performs the reel control process shown in FIG. 23. The process will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. 23. Then, when the reel control process in one interrupt cycle is completed, the process shifts to step S304.

(Step S304)
In step S304, the sub CPU 201 performs a sound lamp control process. For example, when the "design variation game" is being played, the light emitting device 9, the 7-segment display 28, and the board are based on the reel variation effect pattern determined in the "reel variation effect pattern determination process" described later. The light emission control of the lighting device 29 is performed, and when the "design variation game" is not performed, the light emission control of the light emitting device 9 and the panel lighting device 29 is performed in a light emitting mode corresponding to the demonstration effect. Similarly, in the speaker 10, for example, when a "design variation game" is being played, the speaker 10 produces an effect based on the reel variation effect pattern determined in the "reel variation effect pattern determination process" described later. The sound output is controlled, and when the "design variation game" is not performed, the output control of the production sound corresponding to the demo production (basically mute) is performed. Further, when the first start opening winning command is received, the lighting control of the first special symbol hold display lamp 31 is performed based on the hold display pattern determined in the "hold display pattern determination process" described later, and the first 2 When the start opening winning command is received, the lighting control of the second special symbol hold display lamp 32 is performed based on the hold display pattern determined in the "hold display pattern determination process" described later. Further, when the above-mentioned first start port hold command is received, the first special symbol hold display lamp 31 is turned off, and when the above-mentioned second start port hold command is received, the second special symbol hold display lamp 32 is turned off. Take control. Then, when the sound lamp control process in one interrupt cycle is completed, the process shifts to step S305.

(Step S305)
In step S305, the sub CPU 201 restores the contents saved in the stack area in step S300 to the register. Then, when the contents saved in the stack area in one interrupt cycle are returned to the register, the effect control board timer interrupt processing in one interrupt cycle ends.

(About main command reception processing)
21 and 22 are flowcharts (subroutines in step S301 of the effect control board timer interrupt process) showing the main command reception process performed on the effect control board 200.

(Step S301-1)
In step S301-1, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not the power recovery command has been received. Then, when the power recovery command is received, the process shifts to step S301-2, and when the power recovery command is not received, the process shifts to step S301-3.

(Step S301-2)
In step S301-2, the sub CPU 201 performs a process of turning on the internal / external reel initial operation execution flag in the sub RAM 203. When the inner / outer reel initial operation execution flag is ON, the initial operation control process is performed in the reel control process of FIG. 23, which will be described later. Then, when the process of turning on the internal / external reel initial operation execution flag is completed, the main command reception process is terminated and the process proceeds to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S301-3)
In step S301-3, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not the power-on command has been received. Then, when the power-on command is received, the process shifts to step S301-4, and when the power-on command is not received, the process shifts to step S301-5.

(Step S301-4)
In step S301-4, the sub CPU 201 performs a process of turning on the internal / external reel initial operation execution flag in the sub RAM 203. Then, when the process of turning on the internal / external reel initial operation execution flag is completed, the main command reception process is terminated and the process proceeds to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

In the main control board main processing, the power recovery command and the power on command are set separately depending on whether or not the main RAM 103 is initialized, but in the effect control board 200, the power recovery is performed. When a command or a power-on command is received, the internal / external reel initial operation execution flag is turned ON in either case, and the common initial operation control process is performed in the reel control process of FIG. 23. As a result, it is not necessary to execute separate initial operation control processes for the case where the power recovery command is received and the case where the power on command is received, so that the control can be simplified.

(Step S301-5)
In step S301-5, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not the symbol designation command has been received. Then, when the symbol designation command is received, the process shifts to step S301-6, and when the symbol designation command is not received, the process shifts to step S301-7.

(Step S301-6)
In step S301-6, the sub CPU 201 performs a decorative symbol determination process. For example, if the content of the symbol designation command is "special symbol A", "special symbol B", or "special symbol C", the decorative symbols are "GO symbol / GO symbol / GO symbol" and "female character symbol / female". Determine one of the symbol combinations from "Character symbol / Female character symbol" and "Male character symbol / Male character symbol / Male character symbol", and if the content of the symbol specification command is "Special symbol D", "7 symbols / "7 symbols / 7 symbols (single line matching)" or "GO symbol / GO symbol / GO symbol", "female character symbol / female character symbol / female character symbol", "male character symbol / male character symbol"・ If one of the symbol combinations is determined from "male character symbol" and the content of the symbol specification command is "special symbol E", "special symbol G", or "special symbol H", "7 symbols, 7 symbols, 7" Determine the symbol combination of "design (double line alignment)". On the other hand, if the content of the symbol designation command is "special symbol F" or "special symbol I", the special symbol variation pattern designation command is referred to, and as a result of reference, if the reach is accompanied, for example, "7 symbols. The symbol combination of "blank symbol / 7 symbols" is determined, and if there is no reach, for example, the symbol combination of "7 symbols / blank symbol / GO symbol" is determined. Then, when the decorative symbol determination process is completed, the main command reception process is terminated, and the process shifts to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S301-7)
In step S301-7, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not the special symbol variation pattern designation command has been received. Then, when the special symbol variation pattern designation command is received, the process shifts to step S301-8, and when the special symbol variation pattern designation command is not received, the process shifts to step S301-9.

(Step S301-8)
In step S301-8, the sub CPU 201 determines the reel variation effect pattern based on the special symbol variation pattern designation command. Here, a reel variation effect pattern determination table (not shown) is stored in the sub ROM 202, and a reel variation effect pattern corresponding to the received special symbol variation pattern designation command is determined. For example, the sub CPU 201 determines "car race reach effect" as the reel variation effect pattern if the content of the special symbol variation pattern designation command is "variation pattern 8", and if it is "variation pattern 10", the reel. "Grand Prix race reach production" is decided as a variable production pattern. In the reel variation effect pattern determination table (not shown), a plurality of reel variation effect patterns may be associated with one variation pattern. For example, for "variation pattern 8", "car race reach production 1 (competition character A)", "car race reach production 2 (competition character B)", and "car race reach production 3 (competition character C)" A reel variation effect pattern is associated with the pattern, and one of these reel variation effect patterns may be determined in consideration of the content (hit / loss) indicated by the symbol designation command. Also, if the content indicated by the symbol designation command is a hit, make it easier to select "Car race reach effect 1 (competition character A)", and if the content indicated by the symbol designation command is lost, "Car race reach" It may be easy to select "Direction 3 (competition character C)". The reel fluctuation effect pattern includes a pattern in which only the inner reel fluctuates and a pattern in which the inner reel and the outer reel fluctuate, and does not include a pattern in which only the outer reel fluctuates. For example, "variation pattern 1" corresponds to a pattern in which only the inner reel fluctuates, and "variation pattern 5" corresponds to a pattern in which the inner reel and the outer reel fluctuate. Further, the outer reel not only fluctuates after the reach is formed, but may also fluctuate with the start of fluctuation of the inner reel. For example, when a notice effect for notifying whether or not a reach is formed or whether or not a winning game is given before the reach is formed is executed, in particular, a notice effect for operating the effect button 14 is executed. In this case, the outer reel (middle) 26e is changed at the same time as the inner reel starts to change, the "PUSH button symbols" at the symbol positions "0", "1", and "2" are stopped, and the effect button 14 is operated. May be urged. Then, when the reel variation effect pattern is determined, the main command reception process is terminated, and the process shifts to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S301-9)
In step S301-9, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not the symbol stop command has been received. Then, when the symbol stop command is received, the process shifts to step S301-10, and when the symbol stop command is not received, the process shifts to step S301-20.

(Step S301-10)
In step S301-10, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not the probability variation counter is being set. Here, the sub RAM 203 is provided with a probabilistic counter that plays the same role as the probabilistic counter provided in the main RAM 103 described above, and is based on receiving a command indicating "probability change game state" in the game state command. Therefore, the value is set in the probability change counter. Since the basic role of the probability variation counter provided in the sub RAM 203 is the same as that of the probability variation counter provided in the main RAM 103 described above, detailed description thereof will be omitted. Then, if it is in the probability variation counter set, the process shifts to step S301-11, and if it is not in the probability variation counter set, the process shifts to step S301-12.

(Step S301-11)
In step S301-11, the sub CPU 201 updates the probability variation counter (subtracts the counter value by "1"). Then, when the probability variation counter is updated (the counter value is subtracted by "1"), the process shifts to step S301-12.

(Step S301-12)
In step S301-12, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not the normal figure support state counter set is in progress. Here, the sub RAM 203 is provided with a normal figure support state counter that plays the same role as the normal figure support state counter provided in the main RAM 103 described above, and is a command indicating "probability change game state" by a game state command. Is received, or a command indicating "time saving game state" is received in the game state command, and a value is set in the normal map support state counter. Since the basic role of the normal map support status counter provided in the sub RAM 203 is the same as that of the normal map support status counter provided in the main RAM 103 described above, detailed description thereof will be omitted. Then, if it is in the normal figure support state counter set, the process shifts to step S301-13, and if it is not in the normal figure support state counter set, the main command reception process is terminated and the effect control board timer interrupt is interrupted. The process shifts to step S302 of the interrupt process.

(Step S301-13)
In step S301-13, the sub CPU 201 updates the normal figure support status counter (subtracts "1"). If the normal figure support status counter is updated in the process, it is reflected in the "sound lamp control process" of the effect control board timer interrupt process, and the subtracted value is displayed on the 7-segment display 28. It will be. Then, when the normal figure support status counter is updated (the counter value is subtracted by "1"), the process shifts to step S301-14.

(Step S301-14)
In step S301-14, the sub CPU 201 determines whether the value of the normal figure support status counter is "0". That is, the sub CPU 201 determines in step S301-13 whether the value of the normal map support status counter is "0" as a result of subtracting "1" from the normal map support status counter. Then, if the value of the normal map support status counter is "0", the process shifts to step S301-15, and if the value of the normal map support status counter is not "0", the process proceeds to step S301-17. To migrate.

(Step S301-15)
In step S301-15, the sub CPU 201 sets the non-display data for hiding the 7-segment display 28 and the data corresponding to the emission color (white). The data set in the process is reflected in the "sound lamp control process" of the effect control board timer interrupt process. For example, when hidden data for hiding the 7-segment display 28 is set and reflected, the 7-segment display 28 shown in FIGS. 24 (a-3) and (c-3) described later will be used. When the data corresponding to the emission color (white) is set and reflected, the display mode is the backlight color of the reel shown in FIGS. 24 (a-3) and (c-3) described later. Then, when the non-display data for hiding the 7-segment display 28 and the data corresponding to the emission color (white) are set, the process shifts to step S301-16.

(Step S301-16)
In step S301-16, the sub CPU 201 sets the normal mode. Here, the sub RAM 203 is provided with a mode storage area for managing the mode, and depending on the value set in the mode storage area, the "normal mode" and the "normal figure support mode" in FIG. 7 are set. It can be identified. Specifically, in the "normal mode", "0" is set in the mode storage area, and in the "normal mode", "1" is set in the mode storage area. Therefore, in the process, "0" is set in the mode storage area. Then, when the normal mode is set, the main command reception process is terminated, and the process shifts to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S301-17)
In step S301-17, the sub CPU 201 determines whether the value of the normal figure support status counter is "70". That is, the sub CPU 201 determines in step S301-13 whether the value of the normal map support status counter is "70" as a result of subtracting "1" from the normal map support status counter. Then, when the value of the normal map support status counter is "70", the process shifts to step S301-18, and when the value of the normal map support status counter is not "70", the main command reception process is terminated. Then, the process shifts to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S301-18)
In step S301-18, the sub CPU 201 determines whether the (current) backlight lighting color is "light blue". Here, the sub RAM 203 is provided with a backlight lighting color storage area for managing the current backlight lighting color, and the current backlight lighting color depends on the value set in the backlight lighting color storage area. It is possible to determine what color is. Specifically, if the current backlight lighting color is "white", "0" is stored in the backlight lighting color storage area, and if the current backlight lighting color is "light blue", the backlight is backed up. If "1" is stored in the light lighting color storage area and the current backlight lighting color is "green", "2" is stored in the backlight lighting color storage area. Therefore, the sub CPU 201 reads the value of the backlight lighting color storage area of the sub RAM 203 and determines whether or not "1" is stored in the backlight lighting color storage area. Then, when it is determined that the (current) backlight lighting color is "light blue", the process shifts to step S301-19, and when it is determined that the (current) backlight lighting color is not "light blue". Ends the main command reception process, and shifts the process to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S301-19)
In step S301-19, the sub CPU 201 sets the display data of the number of times "70" of the "normal figure support state" to be displayed on the 7-segment display 28 and the data corresponding to the emission color (green). The data set in the process is reflected in the "sound lamp control process" of the effect control board timer interrupt process. For example, when the display data of the number of times "70" of the "normal figure support state" to be displayed on the 7-segment display 28 and the data corresponding to the emission color (green) are set and reflected, FIG. This is the display mode shown in (b-3). Then, when the display data to be displayed on the 7-segment display 28 and the data corresponding to the emission color (green) are set, the main command reception process is terminated and the process is performed in step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process. Transition.

(Step S301-20)
In step S301-20, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not the game state command has been received. Then, when the game state command is received, the process shifts to step S301-21, and when the game state command is not received, the process shifts to step S301-41.

(Step S301-21)
In step S301-21, the sub CPU 201 sets the game state flag. For example, when a game state command (normal) is received, the game state flag "0" corresponding to the normal game state is set in the sub RAM 203, and when a game state command (time reduction) is received, the time reduction game is set in the sub RAM 203. When the game state flag "1" corresponding to the state is set and the game state command (probability change) is received, the game state flag "2" corresponding to the probability change game state is set in the sub RAM 203. Then, when the game state flag is set, the process shifts to step S301-22.

(Step S301-22)
In step S301-22, the sub CPU 201 determines whether the game state flag is "2". Specifically, it is determined whether or not the game state flag is "2" based on the value of the game state flag set in step S301-21. Then, when the game status flag is "2", the process shifts to step S301-23, and when the game status flag is not "2", the process shifts to step S301-32.

(Step S301-23)
In step S301-23, the sub CPU 201 sets the normal drawing support mode. Specifically, the sub CPU 201 sets "1" in the above-mentioned mode storage area. Then, when the normal map support mode is set, the process shifts to step S301-24.

(Step S301-24)
In step S301-24, the sub CPU 201 sets the probability variation counter to "100". Specifically, the sub CPU 201 sets "100" in the probability variation counter provided in the above-mentioned sub RAM 203. As a result, "probability change counter is being set". Then, when "100" is set in the probability change counter, the process shifts to step S301-25.

(Step S301-25)
In step S301-25, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not the special symbol B is a hit. Specifically, the sub CPU 201 refers to the received symbol designation command, and determines whether the winning game that triggers the reception of the game state command (probability change) is due to the special symbol B. In the process, as a result of referring to the symbol designation command, there are cases where the special symbol B is used, and cases where the special symbol C, the special symbol D, the special symbol E, and the special symbol H are used. Then, if it is a hit with the special symbol B, the process shifts to step S301-26, and if it is not a hit with the special symbol B, the process shifts to step S301-28.

(Step S301-26)
In steps S301-26, the sub CPU 201 sets "30" to the normal figure support status counter. Specifically, the sub CPU 201 sets "30" in the normal figure support state counter provided in the above-mentioned sub RAM 203. As a result, "the support status counter is being set". Then, when "30" is set in the normal figure support status counter, the process shifts to step S301-27.

(Step S301-27)
In steps S301-27, the sub CPU 201 sets the display data of the number of times "30" of the "normal figure support state" to be displayed on the 7-segment display 28 and the data corresponding to the emission color (light blue). The data set in the process is reflected in the "sound lamp control process" of the effect control board timer interrupt process. For example, when the display data of the number of times "30" of the "normal figure support state" to be displayed on the 7-segment display 28 and the data corresponding to the emission color (light blue) are set and reflected, FIG. This is the display mode shown in (a-1). Then, when the display data to be displayed on the 7-segment display 28 and the data corresponding to the emission color (light blue) are set, the main command reception process is terminated and the process is performed in step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process. Transition.

(Step S301-28)
In steps S301-28, when the sub CPU 201 is not a hit with the special symbol B but a hit with any of the special symbol C, the special symbol D, the special symbol E, and the special symbol H, the sub CPU 201 is set to the normal symbol support status counter. Set "100". Specifically, the sub CPU 201 sets "100" in the normal figure support state counter provided in the above-mentioned sub RAM 203. As a result, "the support status counter is being set". Then, when "100" is set in the normal figure support status counter, the process shifts to step S301-29.

(Step S301-29)
In steps S301-29, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not it is a hit with the special symbol C. Then, if it is a hit with the special symbol C, the process is shifted to step S301-30, and if it is not a hit with the special symbol C, the process is shifted to step S301-31.

(Step S301-30)
In step S301-30, the sub CPU 201 sets the display data of the number of times "30" of the "normal figure support state" to be displayed on the 7-segment display 28 and the data corresponding to the emission color (light blue). The data set in the process is reflected in the "sound lamp control process" of the effect control board timer interrupt process. For example, when the display data of the number of times "30" of the "normal figure support state" to be displayed on the 7-segment display 28 and the data corresponding to the emission color (light blue) are set and reflected, FIG. This is the display mode shown in (b-1). Then, when the display data to be displayed on the 7-segment display 28 and the data corresponding to the emission color (light blue) are set, the main command reception process is terminated and the process proceeds to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process. do.

(Step S301-31)
In steps S301-31, the sub CPU 201 sets the display data of the number of times "100" of the "normal figure support state" to be displayed on the 7-segment display 28 and the data corresponding to the emission color (green). The data set in the process is reflected in the "sound lamp control process" of the effect control board timer interrupt process. For example, when the display data of the number of times "100" of the "normal figure support state" to be displayed on the 7-segment display 28 and the data corresponding to the emission color (green) are set and reflected, FIG. This is the display mode shown in (c-1). Then, when the display data to be displayed on the 7-segment display 28 and the data corresponding to the emission color (green) are set, the main command reception process is terminated and the process is performed in step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process. Transition.

(Step S301-32)
In steps S301-32, the sub CPU 201 determines whether the game state flag is "1". Specifically, it is determined whether or not the game state flag is "1" based on the value of the game state flag set in step S301-21. Then, when the game status flag is "1", the process shifts to step S301-33, and when the game status flag is not "1", the process shifts to step S301-39.

(Step S301-33)
In steps S301-33, the sub CPU 201 sets the normal drawing support mode. Specifically, the sub CPU 201 sets "1" in the above-mentioned mode storage area. Then, when the normal map support mode is set, the process shifts to step S301-34.

(Step S301-34)
In steps S301-34, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not it is a hit with the special symbol A. In the process, as a result of referring to the symbol designation command, there are cases where it is a special symbol A and cases where it is a special symbol G. Then, if it is a hit with the special symbol A, the process shifts to step S301-35, and if it is not a hit with the special symbol A, the process shifts to step S301-37.

(Step S301-35)
In steps S301-35, the sub CPU 201 sets "30" to the normal figure support status counter. Specifically, the sub CPU 201 sets "30" in the normal figure support state counter provided in the above-mentioned sub RAM 203. As a result, "the support status counter is being set". Then, when "30" is set in the normal figure support status counter, the process shifts to step S301-36.

(Step S301-36)
In steps S301-36, the sub CPU 201 sets the display data of the number of times "30" of the "normal figure support state" to be displayed on the 7-segment display 28 and the data corresponding to the emission color (light blue). The data set in the process is reflected in the "sound lamp control process" of the effect control board timer interrupt process. For example, when the display data of the number of times "30" of the "normal figure support state" to be displayed on the 7-segment display 28 and the data corresponding to the emission color (light blue) are set and reflected, FIG. This is the display mode shown in (a-1). Then, when the display data to be displayed on the 7-segment display 28 and the data corresponding to the emission color (light blue) are set, the main command reception process is terminated and the process is performed in step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process. Transition.

(Step S301-37)
In steps S301-37, if the sub CPU 201 is not a hit with the special symbol A but a hit with the special symbol G, the sub CPU 201 sets "100" to the normal diagram support status counter. Specifically, the sub CPU 201 sets "100" in the normal figure support state counter provided in the above-mentioned sub RAM 203. As a result, "the support status counter is being set". Then, when "100" is set in the normal figure support status counter, the process shifts to step S301-38.

(Step S301-38)
In step S301-38, the sub CPU 201 sets the display data of the number of times "100" of the "normal figure support state" to be displayed on the 7-segment display 28 and the data corresponding to the emission color (green). The data set in the process is reflected in the "sound lamp control process" of the effect control board timer interrupt process. For example, when the display data of the number of times "100" of the "normal figure support state" to be displayed on the 7-segment display 28 and the data corresponding to the emission color (green) are set and reflected, FIG. This is the display mode shown in (c-1). Then, when the display data to be displayed on the 7-segment display 28 and the data corresponding to the emission color (green) are set, the main command reception process is terminated and the process is performed in step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process. Transition.

(Step S301-39)
In steps S301-39, when the game state flag is "0" (that is, in the normal mode), the sub CPU 201 has hidden data for hiding the 7-segment display 28 and emission color (white). ) Is set (the display mode is a-3 or c-3 in FIG. 24 described later). Then, when the non-display data for hiding the 7-segment display 28 and the data corresponding to the emission color (white) are set, the process shifts to step S301-40.

(Step S301-40)
In step S301-40, the sub CPU 201 sets the normal mode. Specifically, the sub CPU 201 sets "0" in the above-mentioned mode storage area. Then, when the normal mode is set, the main command reception process is terminated, and the process shifts to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S301-41)
In steps S301-41, the sub CPU 201 performs processing at the time of receiving another command (receives another command (not shown)). Then, when the processing at the time of receiving another command is completed, the main command reception processing is terminated, and the processing shifts to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt processing.

(Reel control processing)
FIG. 23 is a flowchart showing the reel control process performed on the effect control board 200 (subroutine of step S303 of the effect control board timer interrupt process).

(Step S303-1)
In step S303-1, the sub CPU 201 performs a process of determining whether or not the internal / external reel initial operation execution flag is ON in the sub RAM 203. Then, when the internal / external reel initial operation execution flag is ON (in one interrupt cycle), the process shifts to step S303-2, and when the internal / external reel initial operation execution flag is not ON (in one interrupt cycle), the process shifts to step S303-2. The process shifts to step S303-5.

(Step S303-2)
In step S303-2, the sub CPU 201 performs the initial operation control process. Here, the internal / external reel initial operation execution flag in step S303-1 receives a command (power restoration command or power-on command) transmitted from the main control board 100 when the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is supplied. Since it is a flag that is sometimes turned on, the initial operation in the process is whether the inner reel and the outer reel operate normally based on the power supply of the pachinko gaming machine 1. It is an operation for the administrator of the pachinko gaming machine 1 to confirm. That is, the operation of the inner reel and the outer reel is confirmed for a predetermined time after the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is supplied. The details of the operation will be described in detail later. Then, when the initial operation control process is completed (in one interrupt cycle), the process shifts to step S303-3.

(Step S303-3)
In step S303-3, the sub CPU 201 performs a process of determining whether or not the initial operation is completed. For example, when the sub CPU 201 performs the initial operation control process based on the operation program for the initial operation and executes all the operation programs for the initial operation, a positive determination is made in the process and all the operation programs for the initial operation are executed. If not, a negative judgment will be made in the processing. Then, when it is determined that the initial operation process has been completed (in one interrupt cycle), the process is shifted to step S303-4, and it is determined that the initial operation process has not been completed (in one interrupt cycle). Ends the reel control process and shifts to step S304 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S303-4)
In step S303-4, the sub CPU 201 turns off the internal / external reel initial operation execution flag in the sub RAM 203. Then, when the internal / external reel initial operation execution flag is turned off in the sub RAM 203 (in one interrupt cycle), the reel control process is terminated, and the process shifts to step S304 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S303-5)
In step S303-5, the sub CPU 201 performs reel control processing according to various commands. For example, reel control such as rotating the inner reel (and the outer reel in some cases) if it is a special symbol variation pattern specification command, and stopping the inner reel (and the outer reel in some cases) if it is a symbol stop command. Perform processing. Then, when the reel control processing corresponding to various commands is completed (in one interrupt cycle), the reel control processing is ended, and the processing shifts to step S304 of the effect control board timer interrupt processing.

Here, the notification mode executed by the backlight and the 7-segment display 28 by performing the above-mentioned main command reception processing will be described with reference to the animation of FIG. 24. Note that FIG. 24 is an explanatory diagram using an inner reel (left) 26a, an inner reel (middle) 26b, an inner reel (right) 26c, and a 7-segment display 28, and is shown in (a-1) for convenience. ) Is given a code, and the other parts are omitted.

(A) shows the hit after the special symbol A and the hit after the special symbol B, and (a-1) shows the start time of 30 times of the "normal figure support state". a-2) shows a state in which the last one change is performed after 29 changes, and (a-3) shows a state in which 30 changes are completed in the "normal map support state". , The state in which the fluctuation of the 31st rotation is performed is shown. That is, after the special symbol A is hit, for example, at the start of (a-1), the processing of steps S301-35 and S301-36 of FIG. 22 is performed, so that the backlight is "light blue". The 7-segment display 28 is displayed as "30", and after the special symbol B is hit, the processes of steps S301-26 and S301-27 in FIG. 22 are performed. , The backlight is lit in "light blue", and the 7-segment display 28 is displayed as "30". Then, (a-2) when the last 1 fluctuation occurs, the backlight is continuously turned on in "light blue", and the 7-segment display 28 is displayed as "1". Then, at the 31st rotation (a-3), the backlight is turned on in "white" and the 7-segment display 28 is hidden. Therefore, it is difficult to grasp whether the hit is the special symbol A or the special symbol B from the color of the backlight and the display mode of the 7-segment display 28. At the 31st rotation, the backlight is turned on in "white" and the 7-segment display 28 is hidden. However, when the 30-rotation symbol variation game is finished (30th rotation). The backlight may be turned on in "white" and the 7-segment display 28 may be hidden when the symbol variation game is confirmed (for example) after the 30-rotation symbol variation game is completed (for example). If the hold of the symbol fluctuation game is 0 when the 30th rotation symbol fluctuation game is finished, the backlight is turned on in "white" before the demo production is executed after finishing the 30th rotation symbol fluctuation game). , The 7-segment display 28 may be configured to be hidden, or the backlight may be turned on in "white" at the start of the symbol variation game at the 31st rotation, and the 7-segment display 28 may be configured to be hidden.

(B) shows the hit after the special symbol C, (b-1) shows the start time of 30 times of "normal figure support state", and (b-2) shows 29 times. It shows the state where the last one change is performed after the change is completed, and (b-3) shows the state where the 31st rotation is performed after the 30 times "normal map support state" is completed. It shows the state of being. Here, the special symbol C is a special symbol to which the "normal diagram support state" is given 100 times, but once displayed 30 times and on the 7-segment display 28, the special symbol A or the special symbol B is displayed. It is confused with the hit at. Then, after finishing the fluctuation of 30 times, the remaining 70 times out of 100 times, which should have been originally given, are given in reverse. That is, after the special symbol C is hit, for example, at the start of (b-1), the processing of step S301-30 in FIG. 22 is performed, so that the backlight is turned on in "light blue" and the 7-segment display is displayed. The device 28 is once displayed as "30", and (b-2) when the last 1 fluctuation is reached, the backlight is continuously turned on in "light blue", and the 7-segment display 28 is displayed as "1". At the 31st rotation of (b-3), the backlight is turned on in "green", and the 7-segment display 28 is displayed as "70". Due to such a reversal notification, even if the backlight is "light blue" at the start and "30" is displayed on the 7-segment display 28, the player is notified more than the special symbol A and the special symbol B. It is possible to have an advantageous special symbol C possibility, and it is possible to improve the game entertainment. At the 31st rotation, the backlight is turned on in "green" and the 7-segment display 28 is displayed as "70", but when the 30-rotation symbol fluctuation game is simply finished ( When the 30th rotation symbol change game is confirmed and displayed), the backlight may be turned on in "green" and the 7-segment display 28 may be displayed as "70", or the 30th rotation symbol fluctuation may be displayed. After finishing the game (for example, if the hold of the symbol fluctuation game is 0 when the 30th rotation symbol fluctuation game is finished, before the demo production is executed after finishing the 30th rotation symbol fluctuation game), back The light may be lit in "green" and the 7-segment display 28 may be displayed as "70", or the backlight may be lit in "green" at the start of the 31st rotation symbol change game, and the 7-segment display may be displayed. The display 28 may be configured to display "70".

(C) shows the hits of the special symbol D, the special symbol E, the special symbol G, and the special symbol H, and (c-1) indicates the start time of 100 times of the "normal symbol support state". (C-2) shows the state in which the last fluctuation is performed after 99 fluctuations, and (c-3) indicates the state in which the last fluctuation is performed 100 times. It shows a state in which the change of the 101st rotation is performed after finishing the above. That is, after the special symbol D, the special symbol E, and the special symbol H are hit, for example, at the start of (c-1), the backlight is lit in "green" and the 7-segment display 28 is "100". Is displayed, and after the special symbol G is hit, for example, at the start of (c-1), the backlight is turned on in "green" and the 7-segment display 28 is displayed as "100". It has been broken. Then, (c-2) when the last 1 fluctuation occurs, the backlight is continuously turned on in "green", and the 7-segment display 28 is displayed as "1". Then, at the 101st rotation of (c-3), the backlight is turned on in "white" and the 7-segment display 28 is hidden. Therefore, if the backlight is turned on in "green" at the start and "100" is displayed on the 7-segment display 28, the "normal map support state" of 100 times is confirmed at the start. It can give the player a sense of superiority. At the 101st rotation, the backlight is turned on in "white" and the 7-segment display 28 is hidden. However, when the 100-rotation symbol variation game is finished (100th rotation). The backlight may be turned on in "white" and the 7-segment display 28 may be hidden when the symbol variation game is confirmed (for example) after the 100-rotation symbol variation game is completed (for example). If the hold of the symbol fluctuation game is 0 when the 100th rotation symbol fluctuation game is finished, the backlight is turned on in "white" before the demo production is executed after finishing the 100th rotation symbol fluctuation game). The 7-segment display 28 may be hidden, or the backlight may be turned on in "white" at the start of the 101st rotation symbol variation game, and the 7-segment display 28 may be hidden.

In addition, in FIG. 24, the color of the backlight and the number of times displayed on the 7-segment display 28 are used to notify which special symbol is used after the winning game. A notification mode using either one of the 7-segment display 28 may be used, or a device for additionally performing notification may be provided.

Next, the "look-ahead effect" mounted on the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the present embodiment will be described. In addition, the game state for which the "look-ahead effect" is executed may be all of the "normal game state", the "time saving game state", and the "probability variable game state", or may be the target of "2". However, any one of them may be targeted.

(Look-ahead production)
The look-ahead effect is a winning determination process in which a winning determination process is performed prior to the hit determination process in the special symbol change start process at the timing when the game ball enters the first start port 21 or the second start port 22. It is an effect executed based on the judgment result of. When the look-ahead effect is not installed, for example, when a game ball enters the first starting port 21, the determination information (random value) is acquired and stored in FIG. 13, and then the special symbol change in FIG. 16 starts. Since the special symbol collision detection processing is performed in the time processing, even if the judgment information (random value) is stored in the "fourth storage area", until the judgment information (random value) is transferred to the "storage area". , It is not judged whether it is a hit or not. Therefore, even if the judgment information (random value) of "hit" is acquired, the expectation for hit is increased before the judgment information (random value) is transferred to the "storage area". It is not possible to perform production. However, if the look-ahead effect is installed, for example, in FIG. 13, in the process (step S102-1-8) after acquiring and storing the determination information (random value), the "winning determination process" is performed and the "winning" is performed. "Or" Loss "is determined, and then continuous production is executed over multiple fluctuations (including fluctuations transferred to the storage area) until the judgment information (random value) is transferred to the" storage area ". Therefore, it becomes possible to increase the expectation for "hit" from the stage before the determination information (random value) is transferred to the "relevant storage area".

A specific example of the pre-reading effect is "holding pre-reading effect". The "hold look-ahead effect" is an effect mainly using the hold lamp (color) displayed on the first special symbol hold display lamp 31 and the second special symbol hold display lamp 32. For example, if a game ball enters the first starting port 21 while the determination information (random value) is stored up to the above-mentioned "third storage area", the determination information (random value) is stored in the "fourth storage area". After memorizing the numerical value), the winning judgment process is performed. Then, when it is determined that the hold look-ahead effect is to be performed based on the judgment result of the winning judgment process, the first special symbol hold display lamp 31 (non-lighting lamp) is different from the normal hold lamp (color). Turn on the look-ahead hold lamp (color). For example, while the normal hold lamp (color) is "white", it is possible to light multiple types such as "blue", "green", and "red" in multiple stages, and it is possible to determine the winning judgment process. If the result is "hit", either "white", "blue", "green", or "red" can be lit, and if the judgment result of the winning judgment process is "missing", "white" , "Blue", or "green" can be lit. And, only in the case of "hit", "red" can be selected and it is positioned as a winning confirmation. In addition, although it is "white" at the time of entering the ball, it changes to a hold lamp (color) with high expectation such as "blue" and "green" every time "1 variation game" is performed. It is also possible to turn on "red" from the time of entering the ball. The contents of the "hold look-ahead effect" executed by the first special symbol hold display lamp 31 and the second special symbol hold display lamp 32 may be different. For example, in the first special symbol hold display lamp 31, the look-ahead effect is executed by "lighting", "blinking", and "high-speed blinking", and in the second special symbol hold display lamp 32, the above-mentioned "white" and "white", " The look-ahead effect may be executed in "blue", "green", and "red". Further, the content of the "hold look-ahead effect" to be executed may be different for each mode. For example, in the "normal mode", the look-ahead effect is executed by "lighting", "blinking", and "fast blinking", and in the "general map support mode", "white", "blue", and "green". , "Red" may be used to execute the look-ahead effect.

Further, as a specific example of the above-mentioned look-ahead effect, there is a "chance eye continuous notice". The "chance eye continuous notice" is a production mainly using the decorative pattern of the "inner reel". For example, if a game ball enters the first starting port 21 while the determination information (random value) is stored up to the above-mentioned "third storage area", the determination information (random value) is stored in the "fourth storage area". After memorizing the numerical value), the winning judgment process is performed. Then, when it is determined that the chance eye continuous effect is to be performed based on the determination result of the winning determination process, for example, the "design variation" corresponding to the determination information (random value) stored in the "first storage area". The definite display of the "game", the definite display of the "design variation game" corresponding to the judgment information (random value) stored in the "second storage area", and the judgment information (random value) stored in the "third storage area". Stop the "chance eye" in the definite display of the "design fluctuation game" corresponding to the numerical value). Here, the "chance eye" is, for example, by stopping the same decorative symbol on the "top" of the "left reel", the "top" of the "middle reel", and the "middle" of the "right reel". It is a derived stop roll. It should be noted that the degree of continuation expectation and the degree of hit expectation of the "chance eye continuous notice" may be different depending on the type of the decorative pattern constituting the "chance eye". For example, in the case of the "chance eye" consisting of "7 symbols", the continuation expectation of the "chance eye continuous notice" is higher than in the case of the "chance eye" consisting of the "male character symbol", and the hit expectation degree. May be higher.

Next, a specific example of the “reach effect” mounted on the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 25 to 38.

25 to 31 are views for explaining the details of the “car race reach effect” in the present embodiment. In the "Grand Prix race reach effect" of FIGS. 25 to 31 and 32 to 38 described later, (inside) means inner reel (left) 26a, inner reel (middle) 26b, and inner reel (right). The state of the fluctuation display and the stop display in the 26c alone is shown, and (outside) is the state of the fluctuation display and the stop display in the outer reel (left) 26d, the outer reel (middle) 26e, and the outer reel (right) 26f alone. (Inside + outside) means inner reel (left) 26a, inner reel (middle) 26b, inner reel (right) 26c and outer reel (left) 26d, outer reel (middle) 26e, outer reel. (Right) Shows the state of fluctuation display and stop display when 26f overlaps. In the following, the identification information provided on the inner reel (see FIG. 5) is referred to as a “decorative symbol”, and the identification information provided on the outer reel (see FIG. 5) is referred to as a “directing symbol”.

(Confirmed display-start of fluctuation)
In FIG. 25, (a) shows a state in which a definite display is made in a lost state, and in particular, in the outer reel shown in (a-2), the symbol position “3” is displayed on any of the reels. -The "non-decorative surface" (see FIG. 5) of No. 5 is stopped, and the decorative pattern confirmed and displayed on each reel in the inner reel can be visually recognized from the transparent area of the "non-decorative surface". Yes (a-3). Then, (b) shows, for example, a state in which each reel in the inner reel starts the variable display when the game ball enters the first starting port 21 (b-1). In this state, the outer reel has not changed, the "non-decorative surface" remains stopped (b-2), and each reel in the inner reel starts variable display from the transparent region of the "non-decorative surface". It is possible to visually recognize the reels (b-3).

(Reach formation-temporary stop display of reach loss)
In FIG. 26, (c) shows a state in which the temporary stop is displayed in the reach state, and in particular, the “7 symbols” of the symbol position “4” from the top on the inner reel (left) 26a, The decorative symbol of the "blank symbol" of the symbol position "5" and the "female character symbol" of the symbol position "6" is temporarily stopped and displayed on the inner reel (right) 26c, from the top, the symbol position "4". "Female character symbol", "Blank symbol" at symbol position "5", and "7 symbol" at symbol position "6" are temporarily stopped and displayed, and the inner reel (middle) 26b is displayed in a variable manner. (Forming a so-called double reach). In this state, the outer reel has not changed, the "non-decorative surface" remains stopped (c-2), and the double reach on the inner reel can be visually recognized from the transmission region of the "non-decorative surface". (C-3). Then, in (d), as a result of performing double reach, the "male character symbol" at the symbol position "2" is temporarily stopped and displayed in the center of the inner reel (middle) 26b, and the double reach is temporarily lost. It shows how it looks. In this state, the outer reel has not changed, the "non-decorative surface" remains stopped (d-2), and the double reach on the inner reel is temporarily lost from the transparent region of the "non-decorative surface". It is possible to visually recognize the reel (d-3).

(Development after the temporary stop display of reach loss)
In FIG. 27, (e) shows the state of the development effect performed after the lapse of a predetermined time after the temporary stop display of the loss is performed in (d). In this development effect, the inner reel starts the fluctuation of each reel in the outer reel while maintaining the temporary stop display indicating that the double reach has been lost (e-1). The outer reel in (e-2) is rotated in the reverse direction. That is, since the fluctuation of the outer reel located on the front side of the inner reel is started when viewed from the player side, the temporary stop is displayed as compared with the above-mentioned (a) to (c) in which the outer reel is stopped. Each decorative pattern on the inner reel is difficult to see (e-3). Then, in (f), the inner reel maintains the temporary stop display indicating that the double reach has been lost (f-1), and the symbol positions "6" to the outer reel (right) 26f are displayed. The "competition character C car design" of No. 8 has stopped, and the outer reel (left) 26d and the outer reel (middle) 26e continue to fluctuate (f-2). In this state, the "competitive character C car symbol" will stop in front of the inner reel (right) 26c that is temporarily stopped, so each decorative symbol of the inner reel (right) 26c will be "competitive character". The part that overlaps with the "C car design" becomes invisible, and the part that does not overlap with the "competition character C car design" becomes visible (f-3). In (f), the "competitive character C car symbol" of the symbol positions "6" to "8" was stopped on the outer reel (right) 26f, but the "competitive character A car symbol" and " It is also possible to stop the "competition character B car design". For example, if the judgment result of the "special symbol collision detection process" is a hit, it is easy to choose to stop the "competition character A car symbol", and the judgment result of the "special symbol collision detection process" is a loss. In that case, it may be easier to choose to stop the "competitive character C car symbol" so that the "competitive character A car symbol" is expected to be stopped in the reach. In any case, these are determined which "competitive character vehicle symbol" is stopped based on the "reel fluctuation effect pattern" determined in the above-mentioned "reel variation effect pattern determination process".

Further, once the "competitive character C car symbol" is stopped, the "competitive character A car symbol" may be stopped in reverse. In addition, if it is decided in advance to stop the "competitive character A car symbol" based on the "reel fluctuation effect pattern", the "competitive character C car symbol" is temporarily stopped, and at the same time, In the outer reel (middle) 26e, the operation of the effect button 14 is urged by stopping the "PUSH button symbol" of the symbol positions "0" to "2", and the operation (number of operations) of the effect button 14 is performed. You may switch from the stopped "competition character C car design" to "competition character B car design", "competition character A car design", and so on. As a result, the effect button 14 can be operated with the expectation that the "competitive character A car symbol" will be stopped.

Further, the timing for stopping the "competitive character vehicle symbol" is not limited to (f), and may be stopped (or temporarily stopped) at a timing before (f). For example, it may be stopped (or temporarily stopped) at the timing between (b) and (c). At this timing, since it is before the reach is formed, the role as a warning effect suggesting that the reach is formed and the reach effect using the "competitive character car design" after the reach is formed (for example). , Car race reach production) can be given a role as a preview production that suggests that it will develop. Further, it may be stopped (or temporarily stopped) at the timing of (c), or may be stopped (or temporarily stopped) at the timing of (d). At this timing, even if the result of the reach is lost, it can be thought that the reach production (for example, the car race reach production) using the "competitive character car design" will develop from there.

(Start of car race reach production in development production)
In FIG. 28, (g) maintains the temporary stop display indicating that the double reach has been lost on the inner reel (g-1), and the symbol position “6” on the outer reel (middle) 26e. -It shows that the "hero character car symbol" of "8" has stopped, and the "non-decorative surface" of symbol positions "3" to "5" has stopped at the outer reel (left) 26d (). g-2). In this state, the "hero character car symbol" will stop in front of the inner reel (middle) 26b that is temporarily stopped, so each decorative symbol of the inner reel (middle) 26b is the "hero character car". The part that overlaps with the "design" becomes invisible, and the part that does not overlap with the "hero character car design" becomes visible (g-3). That is, in (g-3), the "hero character car symbol" is stopped at the outer reel (middle) 26e, and the "competition character C car symbol" is stopped at the outer reel (right) 26f. From now on, it is suggested that a car race reach production using these production symbols (the main character car and the opponent character C car) will be performed. When transitioning from (g) to (h) described later, a signal sound indicating that the car race reach effect is started and a commentary sound indicating the development of the car race reach effect are emitted via the speaker 10. The output may be made to improve the entertainment of the production. Then, (h) shows a state in which the car race reach effect is started, and among the inner reels temporarily stopped and displayed with the start of the car race reach effect, the inner reel (middle) 26b and the inner reel are shown. The reel (right) 26c starts the fluctuation display again (forward rotation) (h-1). Then, also in the outer reel, the outer reel (middle) 26e and the outer reel (right) 26f start to fluctuate again (reverse rotation) (h-2). In this state, the inner reel (middle) 26b and the inner reel (right) 26c are displayed in a variable manner. Therefore, in the "middle reel" and "right reel", the "hero character car design" mainly in the outer reel. And "competition character C car design" can be visually recognized (h-3). In (h-2), the "hero character car design" is located above the "competition character C car design", and the "hero character car design" is superior. Although it shows that, it is also possible to position the "competitive character C car design" upward to show that the "hero character car design" is inferior, and both production designs are upward. It can also be shown that there is no superiority or inferiority without positioning. For example, if the judgment result of the "special symbol hit judgment process" is a hit, it is easier to select the effect indicating that the "hero character car symbol" is superior, and the judgment of the "special symbol hit judgment process" is made. If the result is a loss, make it easier to select a production that indicates that the "hero character car design" is inferior, and the "hero character car design" is located above in the reach (car race reach). You may have expectations for (preceding in the production).

(The final stage of the car race reach production in the development production)
In FIG. 29, (i) shows a state in which the car race reach effect is approaching the final stage, and the inner reel is the “7 symbols” of the symbol position “4” from the top on the inner reel (left) 26a. , The decorative symbol of the "blank symbol" of the symbol position "5" and the "female character symbol" of the symbol position "6" is temporarily stopped and displayed on the inner reel (middle) 26b and the inner reel (right) 26c. With two "7 symbols" lined up in the direction, the position between the "top" and "middle" of the middle reel and the position between the "top" and "middle" of the right reel (top line). , At a position different from the center line), the fluctuation display is performed in the vertical direction (i-1). Then, on the outer reel, the "non-decorative surface" continues to stop on the outer reel (left) 26d, and on the outer reel (middle) 26e and the outer reel (right) 26f, the "main character car design" and the "competition character" The "C car symbol" is gradually moving upward (decreasing the speed and rotating in the reverse direction) while being lined up in the left-right direction (i-2). In this state, the tip of the "main character car symbol" of the outer reel (middle) 26e is based on the positional relationship between the two "7 symbols" arranged in the left-right direction of the inner reel (middle) 26b and the inner reel (right) 26c. The "7 symbol" of the symbol position "5" of the inner reel (middle) 26b is located, and the symbol position "7 symbol" of the inner reel (right) 26c is located at the tip of the "competition character C car symbol" of the outer reel (right) 26f. The "7 symbols" of the 6 "number are located (i-3). Then, in (j), the two "7 symbols" arranged in the left-right direction of the inner reel (middle) 26b and the inner reel (right) 26c are each of the middle reel from the state of (i-1) described above. It moves (reverse rotation) to "up" and "up" on the right reel, and swings in the vertical direction to display fluctuations (j-1). As for the outer reel, the "hero character car design" and the "competition character C car design" are arranged in the left-right direction on the outer reel (middle) 26e and the outer reel (right) 26f, as described above ( It is moving (reverse rotation) further upward from the position in i-2) (j-2). In this state, the tip of the "main character car symbol" of the outer reel (middle) 26e is based on the positional relationship between the two "7 symbols" arranged in the left-right direction of the inner reel (middle) 26b and the inner reel (right) 26c. The "7 symbol" of the symbol position "5" of the inner reel (middle) 26b is located, and the symbol position "7 symbol" of the inner reel (right) 26c is located at the tip of the "competition character C car symbol" of the outer reel (right) 26f. The "7 symbols" of the 6 "number are located (j-3). That is, from the state of (i-3) to the state of (j-3), the "hero character car symbol" and the "competition character C car symbol" of the outer reel are as if each "7 symbols" of the inner reel. Is being performed as if moving upwards, and with the "hero character car design" on the outer reel and the "competition character C car design", "7 symbols, 7 symbols, 7 symbols" are on the top line. We are performing a production that makes us think that the combination of symbols of "" will be complete. In other words, the "7 symbols" on the middle reel and the "hero character car symbol" move toward the top line, and the "7 symbols" on the right reel and the "competition character C car symbol" are linked to the top. You will move towards the line. The term "linkage" here means that the design of the inner reel and the design of the outer reel do not contribute to each other's operation, but each of them operates independently. , It means that the design of the inner reel and the design of the outer reel seem to contribute to each other's operation. In (j-3), the symbol combination of "7 symbols, 7 symbols, 7 symbols" is stopped at the top line on the drawing, but in this state, the inner reel (middle) 26b and the inner reel (inner reel (middle) 26b) Right) Since the "7 symbols" in 26c are swaying in the vertical direction and displaying fluctuations, the winning symbol combination is not confirmed and displayed, and whether or not the winning symbol combination is confirmed is displayed. This is the phase.

(The end of the car race reach production when the hit is decided)
In FIG. 30, (k) shows the end of the car race reach effect when the hit is determined (branch 1 from j-3), and the inner reel is on the inner reel (left) 26a. From, the decorative symbols of the symbol position "4" No. "7 symbol", the symbol position "5""blanksymbol", and the symbol position "6""female character symbol" are temporarily stopped and displayed, and the inner reel ( Middle) At 26b, from the top, "7 symbols" at symbol position "6", "GO symbol" at symbol position "7", and "special reach development suggestion symbol (part)" at symbol position "8". The decorative symbol of is temporarily stopped and displayed, and on the inner reel (right) 26c, from the top, the symbol position "6" is "7 symbol", the symbol position "7" is "blank symbol", and the symbol position is "8". The decorative symbol of "7 symbols" is temporarily stopped. That is, the decorative symbol on the inner reel (middle) 26b is moved upward by one symbol position (k-1). Then, on the outer reel, the "non-decorative surface" is continuously stopped on the outer reel (left) 26d, and on the outer reel (middle) 26e, the "hero character car design" is located at the position in (j-2) described above. It moves further upward (reverse rotation) from and stops at a specific position, and on the outer reel (right) 26f, the "competitive character C car symbol" maintains the position in (j-2) described above. And stopped. That is, the "hero character car design" is located above the "competition character C car design" (k-2). In this state, the middle reel moves the "hero character car symbol" on the outer reel (middle) 26e and the decorative symbol (for one symbol position) on the inner reel (middle) 26b. However, the right reel does not move the "competitive character C car symbol" on the outer reel (right) 26f and the decorative symbol (for one symbol position) on the inner reel (right) 26c. (From the player's point of view, the middle reel moves, but the right reel does not move). That is, the "hero character car design" and the "competition character C car design" of the outer reel shown in (i-3) and (j-3) described above are as if each "7 design" of the inner reel. As a result of performing the effect of moving upward, the "hero character car symbol" was able to move "7 symbols" (for one symbol position), but the "competition character C car symbol" was An effect result such as the fact that the "7 symbols" could not be moved (by one symbol position) will be derived. As a result, the car race reach effect becomes "successful", and the player is notified that the determination result of the "special symbol collision determination process" is a hit (k-3). Then, after the lapse of a predetermined time, the "hero character car symbol" on the outer reel (middle) 26e and the "competition character C car symbol" on the outer reel (right) 26f rotate, and the symbol position "3" ~ Stop the "non-decorative surface" of number "5" (the "non-decorative surface" stops on all outer reels). Then, in (l), in the inner reel, the symbol combination of "7 symbols, 7 symbols, 7 symbols" is confirmed and displayed on the top line (l-1), and the outer reels are all the outer reels as described above. Since the "non-decorative surface" is stopped (l-2), it is visible that the symbol combination of "7 symbols, 7 symbols, 7 symbols" is confirmed and displayed on the top line (a hit was given). Is visible) (l-3). Further, although not shown, at this time, for example, when the execution of the effect is based on the entry of the game ball into the first starting port 21, the first special symbol display 27a shows the winning special symbol ( For example, "5") corresponding to the special symbol D is confirmed and displayed.

When the "hero character car symbol" of the outer reel is rotated and retracted between (k) and (l) in FIG. 30, the "V symbol" of the symbol positions "9" to "11" is used. , And then the "V symbol" is retracted to stop the "non-decorative surface". By stopping the "V symbol" in this way, the mood of the player who has obtained the winning game can be further enhanced. Further, in the above example, the middle reel moves the "hero character car symbol" of the outer reel (middle) 26e and the decorative symbol (for one symbol position) of the inner reel (middle) 26b. However, it is not necessary to move the decorative symbol (for one symbol position) on the inner reel (middle) 26b. That is, the effect result may be derived simply by the movement of the "hero character car symbol" and the stagnation of the "competition character C car symbol" on the outer reel.

(End of car race reach production when loss is decided)
In FIG. 31, (m) shows the end of the car race reach effect when the loss is determined (branch 2 from j-3), and the inner reel is on the inner reel (left) 26a. From, the decorative symbols of the symbol position "4" No. "7 symbol", the symbol position "5""blanksymbol", and the symbol position "6""female character symbol" are temporarily stopped and displayed, and the inner reel ( Middle) In 26b, from the top, the decorative symbols of the symbol position "5" number "7 symbol", the symbol position "6" number "7 symbol", and the symbol position "7" number "GO symbol" are temporarily stopped. Then, on the inner reel (right) 26c, from the top, the decoration of the "blank symbol" at the symbol position "7", the "7 symbol" at the symbol position "8", and the "GO symbol" at the symbol position "9". The symbol is temporarily stopped. That is, the decorative symbol on the inner reel (right) 26c is moved upward by one symbol position (m-1). Then, on the outer reel, the "non-decorative surface" is continuously stopped on the outer reel (left) 26d, and on the outer reel (middle) 26e, the "hero character car design" is located at the position in (j-2) described above. On the outer reel (right) 26f, the "competitive character C car symbol" moves further upward (reverse rotation) from the position in (j-2) described above to a specific position. It is stopped at. That is, the "competitive character C car design" is located above the "hero character car design" (m-2). In this state, the right reel moves the "competitive character C car symbol" on the outer reel (right) 26f and the decorative symbol (for one symbol position) on the inner reel (right) 26c. However, the middle reel does not move the "hero character car symbol" on the outer reel (middle) 26e and the decorative symbol (for one symbol position) on the inner reel (middle) 26b. (From the player's point of view, the right reel moves, but the middle reel does not move). That is, the "hero character car design" and the "competition character C car design" of the outer reel shown in (i-3) and (j-3) described above are as if each "7 design" of the inner reel. As a result of performing the effect of moving upward, the "competitive character C car symbol" was able to move "7 symbols" (for one symbol position), but the "hero character car symbol" was An effect result such as the fact that the "7 symbols" could not be moved (by one symbol position) will be derived. As a result, the car race reach effect becomes "failure", and the player is notified that the determination result of the "special symbol collision determination process" is a loss (m-3). Then, after the lapse of a predetermined time, the "hero character car symbol" on the outer reel (middle) 26e and the "competition character C car symbol" on the outer reel (right) 26f rotate, and the symbol position "3" ~ Stop the "non-decorative surface" of number "5" (the "non-decorative surface" stops on all outer reels). Then, in (n), in the inner reel, the symbol combination of "7 symbols / 7 symbols / blank symbols" is confirmed and displayed on the top line (n-1), and the outer reels are all the outer reels as described above. Since the "non-decorative surface" is stopped (n-2), it is visible that the symbol combination of "7 symbols, 7 symbols, blank symbols" is confirmed and displayed on the top line (no hit was given). It is visible) (n-3). Further, although not shown, at this time, for example, when the execution of the effect is based on the entry of the game ball into the first starting port 21, the special symbol of loss (the special symbol of loss on the first special symbol display 27a) For example, "-") corresponding to the special symbol F is confirmed and displayed.

As described above, according to the "car race reach effect" in the present embodiment, by using the effect symbols arranged on the plurality of outer reels and rotating the outer reels in the reverse direction, an effect like a car race is performed. After that, the effect symbol provided on the outer reel creates an effect as if the decorative symbol arranged on the inner reel is moving, and notifies whether it is a hit or a loss, so that the decorative symbol provided on the inner reel is used. By executing the effect linked with the effect pattern provided on the outer reel, it is possible to further improve the effect of the effect. For example, in the above-mentioned (f-3), which of the "competitive character A car symbol", "competitive character B car symbol", and "competitive character C car symbol" is stopped is determined in particular. It is also possible to pay attention to whether or not the "competitive character A car design" that is easy to be selected if it is stopped, and in the above (h-3), it is easy to be selected especially when the hit is decided. It is also possible to pay attention to whether the "hero character car design" becomes dominant, and whether the "hero character car design" moves upward from the state of (j-3) above, or the "competition character C car design". It is also possible to draw attention to whether "" moves upward.

In the explanation of the above-mentioned "car race reach effect", the effect of whether or not the "7 symbols" of the inner reels are aligned or not is explained, but the effect is not limited to the "7 symbols" and other symbols are used. It can also be used. For example, a "female character pattern" may be used. In that case, the degree of expectation for winning may be different depending on whether the effect is performed using the "7 symbols" or the effect is performed using the "female character symbol". Specifically, in the case of a hit, it is easier to select the effect using "7 symbols" rather than "female character symbol", and in the case of loss, "female character symbol" is selected rather than "7 symbols". It is assumed that it will be easier to select the effect used, and the degree of expectation for hitting will be different. In addition, in the explanation of the above-mentioned "car race reach production", the production was explained as to whether or not the "7 symbols" are aligned on the top line, but the position where the symbols are aligned is not limited to the top line. It may be any valid line, for example the center line.

32 to 38 are views for explaining the details of the "grand prix race reach effect" in the present embodiment. The "grand prix race reach production" can be executed as a reach production further developed from the loss (n-3) of the above-mentioned "car race reach production", or is a mere reach loss, for example, the above-mentioned (d-3). It can also be executed as a reach production developed from).

(Development after the temporary stop display of reach loss)
In FIG. 32, (a) is a state of temporary stop display indicating that the double reach is lost on the inner reel (a-1). Since the position of the decorative symbol on the inner reel (the decorative symbol forming the double reach, etc.) is the same as the above-mentioned "car race reach effect", detailed description thereof will be omitted. In the outer reel, the "non-decorative surface" is stopped on all reels (a-2), and the decorative symbol temporarily stopped and displayed on each reel in the inner reel can be visually recognized (a-). 3). Then, (b) shows the state of the development effect performed after the lapse of a predetermined time after the temporary stop display of the loss is performed in (a). In this development production, the inner reel keeps the temporary stop display indicating that the double reach has been lost (b-1), and only the outer reel (middle) 26e starts to fluctuate (b-2). .. The outer reel (middle) 26e in (b-2) is rotating in the reverse rotation. That is, when viewed from the player side, the outer reel (middle) 26e located on the front side of the inner reel (middle) 26b starts to fluctuate, so that the outer reel is temporarily stopped as compared with the above-mentioned (a). It is difficult to visually recognize each decorative symbol of the inner reel (middle) 26b that is stopped and displayed (b-3).

(Operation promotion production in development production)
In FIG. 33, (c) shows the state of the operation promotion effect performed after the outer reel (middle) 26e is changed in the above-mentioned (b). The inner reel continues to maintain the temporary stop display of double reach loss (c-1), and the outer reel (middle) 26e stops the "PUSH button symbol" of the symbol positions "0" to "2". Yes (c-2). In this state, most of the decorative symbols on the inner reel (middle) 26b are covered with the "PUSH button symbol" on the outer reel (middle) 26e, so that each decorative symbol on the inner reel (middle) 26b is covered. Is difficult to see in most cases (c-3). Therefore, since the "PUSH button symbol" is stopped using most of the area of the middle reel to perform the operation promotion effect, it is possible to give an impact to the player and make the effect button 14 recognize that the operation is valid. can. Further, at this time, the effect button 14 displays a light emission indicating that the operation is valid, and the operation valid period is set. In the 7-segment display 28 of the game board 6, the effect control board 200 is displayed. "PUSH" is displayed using four 7-segment displays 28 under the control of. As a result, the player fully recognizes that the effect button 14 is the operation valid period by stopping the "PUSH button symbol" on the outer reel (middle) 26e and displaying "PUSH" on the 7-segment display 28. Can be made to. It should be noted that, between (c) and (d) described later, it is shown that the effect button 14 is operated by the player, and the operation of the effect button 14 is not shown, but the inner reel ( Middle) 26b rotates. Of course, the rotation of the reel (middle) 26b is executed even when the operation valid period has elapsed without operating the effect button 14. Then, (d) stops after the inner reel (middle) 26b rotates, and temporarily stops and displays the "special reach development suggestion symbol" of the symbol positions "8" to "10" (d). -1). This "special reach development suggestion symbol" is drawn as "GP RACE" (Grand Prix race), and it is suggested that "Grand Prix race reach production" will be executed after that. Then, on the outer reel, the outer reel (middle) 26e is rotated to stop the "non-decorative surface" when the effect button 14 is operated by the player or the operation valid period elapses. (D-2). When rotating the outer reel (middle) 26e to stop the "non-decorative surface", as shown in FIG. 5, the arrangement of the symbols in which the "non-decorative surface" is located directly under the "PUSH button symbol". Therefore, if the "PUSH button symbol" is stopped and the decorative symbol is moved by three symbol positions by reverse rotation, the "PUSH button symbol" is retracted and the "non-decorative surface" is removed. Since it can be stopped, it is possible to quickly switch the effect symbols. In this state, it is possible to visually recognize that the "special reach development suggestion symbol" is temporarily stopped and displayed, especially on the middle reel (d-3). In (d-1), the "special reach development suggestion symbol" was temporarily stopped and displayed on the inner reel (middle) 26b, but as a result of rotation, the "special reach development suggestion symbol" was not temporarily stopped and displayed. , Other decorative symbols may be temporarily stopped and displayed to notify that the loss does not develop into the "Grand Prix race reach production", or the loss does not develop into the "Grand Prix race reach production" without rotating in the first place. You may notify that there is.

(Preparation before the start of Grand Prix race reach production in development production)
In FIG. 34, (e) shows a state after a predetermined time has elapsed from the state of (d-3) described above. The inner reel starts to fluctuate from the above-mentioned state (d-1) by forward rotation (e-1), and the outer reel starts to fluctuate from the above-mentioned state (d-2) by reverse rotation. (E-2) In this state, it is visible that all of the left reel, the middle reel, and the right reel are rotating (e-3). Then, after the lapse of a predetermined time, the decorative symbol of each reel is temporarily stopped and displayed on the inner reel. That is, on the inner reel (left) 26a, from the top, the "blank symbol" at the symbol position "9", the "special blank symbol" at the symbol position "10", and the "blank symbol" at the symbol position "11". Is temporarily stopped and displayed, and on the inner reel (middle) 26b, from the top, the "blank symbol" of the symbol position "11", the "special blank symbol" of the symbol position "0", and the symbol position "2". The "blank symbol" is temporarily stopped and displayed, and on the inner reel (right) 26c, from the top, the "blank symbol" at the symbol position "11", the "special blank symbol" at the symbol position "0", and the symbol position " The "blank symbol" of the "2" number is temporarily stopped and displayed. That is, the symbol combination of "special blank symbol / special blank symbol / special blank symbol" is temporarily stopped and displayed on the center line (f-1). Then, the outer reel maintains rotation (f-2). In this state, although all the outer reels are rotating, the symbol combination of "special blank symbol / special blank symbol / special blank symbol" temporarily stopped and displayed on the center line of the inner reel can be visually recognized (f-3). ). Here, the "special blank pattern" is designed to imitate the "start line" and "goal line", and the adjacent "blank pattern" is designed to imitate the "road". Therefore, as shown in (g-3) or the like described later, it is possible to perform an effect as if a car (design) (drawn on the outer reel) is running on the circuit course. Further, by using a plurality of outer reels, it is possible to perform an effect as if a plurality of cars (designs) are competing with each other.

(Start of Grand Prix race reach production in development production)
In FIG. 35, (g) shows a state in which the outer reel has reduced the rotation speed from the state of (f-2) described above, and the effect symbol has stopped in each reel. The inner reel continues to maintain the state where the symbol combination of "special blank symbol / special blank symbol / special blank symbol" is temporarily stopped and displayed on the center line (g-1), and the outer reel is the outer reel (left). ) At 26d, a part of the "mob car symbol A" (front part of the car) of the symbol positions "6" to "8" is stopped, and at the outer reel (middle) 26e, the symbol positions "6" to "6" are stopped. Stop part of the "main character car design" of "8" (the front part of the car), and on the outer reel (right) 26f, the "enemy character C car design" of the design positions "6" to "8""A part (the front part of the car) is stopped (g-2). In this state, from the positional relationship with the symbol combination of "special blank symbol / special blank symbol / special blank symbol" temporarily stopped and displayed on the center line of the inner reel, on the start line (formed by the inner reel). It is possible to visually recognize that the car (design) (on the outer reel) is stopped in a horizontal line, and it is possible to recognize that the race production is about to start (g-3). When transitioning from (g) to (h) described later, a signal sound indicating that the Grand Prix race reach effect is started and a commentary sound indicating the development of the Grand Prix race reach effect are emitted via the speaker 10. The output may be made to improve the entertainment of the production. Then, (h) indicates that the Grand Prix race reach production has started (started), and the inner reel starts the variable display with the start of the Grand Prix race reach production (h-1). As for the outer reel, only the "hero character car design" of the outer reel (middle) 26e is moved upward (h-2). In this state, the Grand Prix race reach production is started, and it is possible to visually recognize the predominance of the "hero character car design" (the appearance of having made an advantageous start) (h-3). The concept of superiority and inferiority of this "hero character car design" and the concept of the type of "enemy character car design" of the outer reel (right) 26f are the same as the above-mentioned car race reach production. Further, in (g), the "enemy character C car symbol" is stopped, but the "enemy character car symbol" is switched by operating the effect button 14 as in the car race reach effect described above. You may perform the production. Also, regarding the "mob car symbol" that is stopped on the outer reel (left) 26d, the "mob car symbol A" is easier to select than the "mob car symbol B" when the hit is decided. Therefore, it is possible to have an expectation that the "mob car symbol A" will be stopped. Further, it is decided that the "chance suggestion symbol" of the symbol positions "0" to "2" of the outer reel (left) 26d is temporarily stopped between (h) and (i) described later. It may be easy to be selected when it is done. With this configuration, it is possible to perform an effect that is expected to hit on all the outer reels, so that it is possible to improve the effect of the effect.

(The final stage of the Grand Prix race reach production in the development production)
In FIG. 36, (i) shows a state in which the Grand Prix race reach effect is approaching the final stage after a predetermined time has elapsed from the above-mentioned (h), and the inner reel is the inner reel (left) 26a from above. , The decorative symbol of the "special blank symbol" of the symbol position "10", the "blank symbol" of the symbol position "11", and the "GO symbol" of the symbol position "0" is temporarily stopped and displayed, and the inner reel (middle). ) At 26b, the decorative symbols of the "special blank symbol" at the symbol position "0", the "blank symbol" at the symbol position "1", and the "male character symbol" at the symbol position "2" are temporarily stopped. On the inner reel (right) 26c, from the top, the "special blank symbol" with the symbol position "0", the "blank symbol" with the symbol position "1", and the "male character symbol" with the symbol position "2". The decorative symbol of "" is temporarily stopped and displayed (i-1). In other words, the symbol combination of the "special blank symbol / special blank symbol / special blank symbol" temporarily stopped and displayed on the top line is regarded as the goal line. Then, the outer reel stops the "non-decorative surface" on the outer reel (left) 26d, and stops a part of the "hero character car design" on the outer reel (middle) 26e (or slows down and reverses). Rotate movement) and stop (or slow down) a part of the "enemy character C car design" at the same height as a part of the "hero character car design" on the outer reel (right) 26f. ). At this time, it is visible that the "hero character car design" and the "enemy character C car design" are developing a fierce dead heat toward the goal line (i-3).

(The end of the Grand Prix race reach production when the hit is decided)
In FIG. 36, (j) shows the end of the Grand Prix race reach effect when the hit is determined (branch 1 from i-3), and the inner reel is temporarily stopped from (i-1). Maintaining the display (j-1), the outer reel moves the "hero character car symbol" upward on the outer reel (middle) 26e, and the "enemy character C car symbol" on the outer reel (right) 26f. Move upward (both stop at the destination). At this time, the "hero character car design" is located higher than the "enemy character C car design" (j-2). In this state, it becomes possible to visually recognize how the "hero character car design" has reached the goal line first. In other words, it is possible to visually recognize how the "hero character car design" is superimposed on the "special blank design" that looks like a goal line. The "superimposition" may include a state in which a part of the symbol on the outer reel (for example, the "hero character car symbol") overlaps with the symbol on the inner reel ("special blank symbol"), and the "superimposition" may include a state in which the symbol on the outer reel overlaps. It may also include a state in which all of the symbols (for example, "hero character car symbol") overlap with the symbols on the inner reel ("special blank symbol"). As a result, the Grand Prix race reach production means that the "hero character car" has "winned", and the player is notified that the judgment result of the "special symbol collision detection process" is a hit (j-). 3). Then, in FIG. 38, (k) is an effect performed after notifying that the "hero character car" has "winned", and in the inner reel, all from the state of (j-1) described above. The reel is variablely displayed (k-1), and in the outer reel, the outer reel (middle) 26e and the outer reel (right) 26f are rotated from the state of (j-2) described above, and then the outer reel (middle) is displayed. ) The "V symbol" of the symbol positions "9" to "11" is stopped at 26e, and the "non-decorative surface" is stopped at the outer reel (right) 26f (k-2). Here, the "V symbol" is an effect symbol that can be stopped only when the hit is determined. In this state, although the inner reel continues to display fluctuations, the "V symbol" stopped at the outer reel (middle) 26e can be visually recognized (k-3). When a predetermined time has elapsed from the state of (k-3), the outer reel (middle) 26e is rotated to stop the "non-decorative surface". Then, (l) shows a state in which the decorative symbols on the inner reel are confirmed and displayed, and the center line is in a state where "7 symbols, 7 symbols, 7 symbols" are aligned from the state of (k-1). After the temporary stop display is displayed above, the confirmation display is performed (l-1). The "non-decorative surface" of the outer reel is stopped on all reels (l-2). In this state, it is visible that the symbol combination of "7 symbols, 7 symbols, 7 symbols" is definitely displayed on the center line (it is visible that a hit has been given) (l-3). .. Further, although not shown, at this time, for example, when the execution of the effect is based on the entry of the game ball into the first starting port 21, the first special symbol display 27a shows the winning special symbol ( For example, "5") corresponding to the special symbol D is confirmed and displayed.

(End of Grand Prix race reach production when loss is decided)
In FIG. 38, (m) shows the end of the Grand Prix race reach effect when the loss is determined (branch 2 from i-3), and the inner reel is temporarily stopped from (i-1). Maintaining the display (m-1), the outer reel moves the "hero character car symbol" upward on the outer reel (middle) 26e, and the "enemy character C car symbol" on the outer reel (right) 26f. Move upward (both stop at the destination). At this time, the "enemy character C car design" is located higher than the "hero character car design" (m-2). In this state, it becomes possible to visually recognize how the "enemy character C vehicle symbol" has reached the goal line first. That is, it becomes possible to visually recognize how the "enemy character C car symbol" is superimposed on the "special blank symbol" which is regarded as the goal line. As a result, the Grand Prix race reach production means that the "hero character car" has been "defeated", and the player is notified that the judgment result of the "special symbol collision detection process" is lost (m-). 3). When a predetermined time has elapsed from the state of (m-3), the inner reel starts the variable display, and the outer reel rotates the outer reel (middle) 26e and the outer reel (right) 26f. And stop the "non-decorative surface". Then, (n) shows a state in which the decorative symbols on the inner reel are confirmed and displayed, and after being rotated from the state of (m-1), "7 symbols, 7 symbols, and blank symbols" are aligned. Then, after the temporary stop display is displayed on the center line, the confirmation display is performed (n-1). The "non-decorative surface" of the outer reel is stopped on all reels (n-2). In this state, it is visible that the symbol combination of "7 symbols, 7 symbols, blank symbols" is definitely displayed on the center line (it is visible that the loss is given) (n-3). .. Further, although not shown, at this time, for example, when the execution of the effect is based on the entry of the game ball into the first starting port 21, the special symbol of loss (the special symbol of loss on the first special symbol display 27a) For example, "-") corresponding to the special symbol F is confirmed and displayed.

As described above, according to the "Grand Prix Race Reach Production" in the present embodiment, the production like a car race is performed by rotating the outer reels in the reverse direction using the production symbols arranged on the plurality of outer reels. The decorative design (special blank design) that resembles the goal line provided on the inner reel is notified of whether it is a hit or a loss depending on which of the outer reel's production symbols arrives first, so the inner reel It is possible to further improve the entertainment of the production by executing the production linked by the decorative design provided and the production design provided on the outer reel. For example, between (c) and (d) described above, pay attention to whether or not the "special reach development suggestion symbol" is temporarily stopped and displayed on the inner reel (middle) 26b by operating the effect button 14. In the above-mentioned (g), any of the "competition character A car design", "competition character B car design", and "competition character C car design" is placed on the outer reel (right) 26f. It is also possible to pay attention to whether or not the "competitive character A car design", which is easy to be selected when the hit is decided, will stop, and the outer reel (left) 26d has a "mob car design". It is also possible to pay attention to which of "A" and "mob car symbol B" is stopped, especially whether "mob car symbol A", which is easy to be selected when the hit is decided, is stopped. In between (h) and (i) described above, it is possible to pay attention to whether or not the "chance suggestion symbol", which is easy to be selected when the hit is determined, is stopped, and the above-mentioned (i-). From the state of 3), whether the "hero character car symbol" moves upward and reaches the goal line first, or the "competitive character C car symbol" moves upward and reaches the goal line first. It can also be noticed.

(Another example in this embodiment)
Next, another example in the above-described embodiment will be referred to. In the above-described embodiment, the description is given in the form of an effect executed by the reel unit 26 mounted on the pachinko gaming machine 1, but in the other example, it corresponds to the reel unit 26 mounted on the slot machine 500. The explanation will be given in the form of an effect performed on the sub reel 501. Here, the reel unit 26 in the above-described embodiment corresponds to the sub-reel 501 in the other example (that is, the sub-reel 501 is composed of an inner reel and an outer reel and is controlled by the sub CPU 201). The first special symbol display 27a and the second special symbol display 27b in the above-described embodiment correspond to the main reel 502 in the other example (that is, the main reel 502 is controlled by the main CPU 101). The sub reel 501 is composed of an inner reel and an outer reel, but the reference numerals and the like will be described using the numbers assigned by the reel unit 26 described above for convenience. Further, the design configuration of the inner reel and the design configuration of the outer reel will be described as being exactly the same as the reel unit 26 described above.

(Explanation of slot machine 500)
Hereinafter, a brief description of the playability of the slot machine 500 and the like will be given. As shown in FIG. 39, the slot machine 500 includes a sub reel 501, a main reel 502, a stop button 503, a start lever 504, a medal insertion slot 505, and the like, and each member (not assigned a code) other than these. For example, a medal tray, etc.) is provided. The sub-reel 501 is composed of a left sub-reel 501a, a middle sub-reel 501b, and a right sub-reel 501c, and these left sub-reel 501a, middle sub-reel 501b, and right sub-reel 501c have an inner reel and an outer reel, respectively. Further, the main reel 502 is composed of a left main reel 502a, a middle main reel 502b, and a right main reel 502c, and each main reel is drawn with a symbol such as "7 symbols" or "BAR symbol". Further, the stop button 503 includes a left stop button 503a, a middle stop button 503b, and a right stop button 503c, and each stop button is formed when the left main reel 502a, the middle main reel 502b, and the right main reel 502c are rotating. Is enabled, the left stop button 503a can stop the left main reel 502a, the middle stop button 503b can stop the middle main reel 502b, and the right stop button 503c can stop the right main reel. The 502c can be stopped. Further, when a medal (for example, three) required for one game has been inserted into the start lever 504 from the medal insertion slot 505 and a certain period of time has elapsed since the operation of the start lever 504 of the previous game (for example). When operated by the player in 4.1 seconds), it is a means for starting one game. Therefore, the operation of the start lever 504 is an opportunity for the main CPU 101 to perform a process of determining a winning combination, a process of rotating the left main reel 502a, the middle main reel 502b, the right main reel 502c, and the like. Here, as a flow of one game of the slot machine 500, three medals are inserted into the medal insertion slot 505, the start lever 504 is operated, a random number value for lottery is extracted based on the operation, and the extraction is performed. The winning combination is internally determined using the random value, and each stop button is stopped to stop the internally determined symbol combination related to the winning combination on the effective line. There is.

The winning combination includes RB (regular bonus) that is advantageous for the player, BB (big bonus) that is more advantageous to the player than the RB (advantageous in terms of the number of medals won, etc.), and new medals. A replay that allows you to perform the next game without throwing in, a cherry role (for example, 2 cards), a watermelon role (for example, 6 cards), and the number of prize medals is set within the range of 15 cards. It has a bell role (for example, 8 medals). If the random number value extracted by operating the start lever 504 does not belong to any of these winning combinations, it will be lost. In addition, only the symbol combination related to the winning combination that has been won is allowed to stop at the effective line, and the symbol combination related to the winning combination that has not been won cannot be stopped at the effective line. For example, when the bell is hit by a single role, only the symbol combination related to the bell is allowed to stop at the effective line, and in this situation, the symbol combination related to the replay cannot be stopped at the effective line. Further, the above-mentioned RB is a bonus that ends when a predetermined number of winnings or a predetermined number of games are performed, and if the RB is played, about 120 medals can be obtained. Further, the above-mentioned BB is a bonus that ends when a predetermined number of medals are paid out, and if the BB is played, about 300 medals can be obtained.

In addition to the above RB and BB, as a state advantageous to the player, it is possible to win the above replay with a high probability and aim to acquire the next bonus (BB, RB) without reducing the medals. If the operation order of the possible "RT" and each of the above stop buttons matches the predetermined operation order, for example, 8 medals are paid out, and if they do not match, 0 or 1 medal is paid out. It is also possible to install an "AT" that provides a push order bell combination to notify the operation order of the push order bell combination, and an "ART" that combines the above "RT" and the "AT". In the example, "RT" is installed. In this alternative example, the BB includes "BB1", "BB2", and "BB3", and the RB includes "RB1" and "RB2". If "BB1" is won, "RT (upper limit number of times: infinite)" is given after the end of BB1, and if "BB2" is hit, "RT (upper limit number of times: 50 times)" is given after the end of BB2. "Is given, and if it hits" BB3 "," RT "is not given after the end of BB3. In addition, when hitting "RB1", "RT (upper limit number of times: 30 times)" is given after the end of RB1, and when hitting "RB2", "RT" is not given after the end of RB2. ing. As a result, since "BB1" is most advantageous to the player, it is possible to play the game while hoping to hit "BB1".

Further, the slot machine 500 of this other example is provided with a "freeze". This "freeze" means, for example, that the period from the operation of the start lever 504 to the activation of the operation of each stop button is longer than that when the freeze is not executed, and in that period, the main reel 502 is normally operated. It is a state in which the progress of the game is delayed without accepting the operation of each stop button by rotating the main reel 502 in a mode different from the mode or stagnating the main reel 502 without rotating it. .. Then, in this alternative example, it is configured to execute "freeze" with a predetermined probability in the case where the above-mentioned "BB1" is determined as the winning combination and the case where the above-mentioned "RB1" is determined as the winning combination. ing. Further, in this alternative example, as the effects to be executed by the sub reel 501 when the "freeze" is performed, the "car race reach effect" described with reference to FIGS. 25 to 31 and the above-mentioned FIGS. 32 to 32 to FIG. The "Grand Prix race reach effect" described in 38 can be executed, and among these effects, an example of executing the "Grand Prix race reach effect" on the slot machine 500 is shown in FIGS. 40 to 42. Will be described using.

40 to 42 show the left sub reel 501a, the middle sub reel 501b, the right sub reel 501c, the left main reel 502a, the middle main reel 502b, the right main reel 502c, the left stop button 503a, and the middle stop button 503b in FIG. 39. The right stop button 503c and the start lever 504 are excerpted and shown, and for convenience, only FIG. 40A is designated. Further, the black circle notation of the stop button 503 indicates that the stop button 503 is invalid, and the white circle notation indicates that the stop button 503 is valid. Further, in the above description of FIGS. 25 to 31 and the above-mentioned FIGS. 32 to 38, since the inner reel constitutes the decorative pattern in the pachinko gaming machine 1, the words such as the definite display and the temporary stop display are used. In this alternative example, the main reel 502 uses words such as a definite display and a temporary stop display (because the symbol of the main reel 502 also serves as the above-mentioned special symbol and decorative symbol), and the sub reel 501 is used. Since it is just a production reel, we will use the word "stop".

FIG. 40A shows a state in which the start lever 504 is operated by the player and the game is started. At this time, "BB1" is determined as the winning combination and the freeze is started. That is, when the freeze is started, the main reel 502 is temporarily stagnant, and the sub reel 501 (inner reel and outer reel) starts to rotate in the reverse direction. Then, (b) shows a state in which the main reel 502 starts reverse rotation at a low speed after a predetermined time has elapsed from (a). Then, in (c), in the sub reel 501, the display mode of FIG. 34 (f-3) described above (a state in which the inner reel derives a special blank symbol and the outer reel fluctuates) is performed, and the main The reel 502 is still rotating in the reverse direction at a low speed. Then, in (d), in the sub reel 501, the display mode of FIG. 35 (g-3) described above (the inner reel derives the special blank symbol, and the outer reel is a part of the "mob car symbol A", " Part of the "hero character car design" and part of the "enemy character C car design" are stopped, and it is visible that the car (design) (on the outer reel) is stopped in a horizontal line on the start line. The main reel 502 is still rotating in the reverse direction at a low speed.

FIG. 41 (e) shows the display mode of FIG. 35 (h-3) described above in the sub reel 501 (the main character character vehicle symbol is dominant), and the main reel 502 is still rotating in the reverse direction at a low speed. .. Then, in (f), in the sub-reel 501, the display mode of FIG. 36 (i-3) described above (the "hero character car design" and the "enemy character C car design" are severely dead toward the goal line. The heat is unfolding), and the main reel 502 is still rotating in the reverse direction at low speed. Then, (g) performs the display mode of FIG. 36 (j-3) described above in the sub reel 501 (the appearance that the "hero character car symbol" has reached the goal line first), and the main reel 502 , Still doing the reverse rotation at low speed. Then, in (h), in the sub reel 501, the display mode of FIG. 37 (k-3) described above (although the inner reel continues to display fluctuations, the "V symbol" stopped at the outer reel (middle) 26e is visually recognized. In the main reel 502, the symbol combination of "BB1" is aligned and slowly fluctuates, and then a temporary stop is displayed on the center line. Then, in (i), the display of FIG. 41 (h) is maintained on the sub reel 501, and each main reel is rotated in the forward direction on the main reel 502 (strictly speaking, the left main reel 502a and the middle main reel 502b). , Rotate forward in the order of the right main reel 502c), and then enable (operable) each stop button. As a result, in particular, it can be recognized that "BB1" is given by the temporary stop display of "BB1" of the main reel in FIG. 41 (h). Therefore, in FIG. 42 (i), the symbol combination of "BB1" is used. If you aim at the effective line and stop it, you can recognize that "BB1" is given. Further, even when applied to the slot machine 500, there is an effect that the outer reel (drum) and the inner reel (drum) can be associated with each other to improve the production interest. Since it is possible to perform an effect involving the main reel 502 as well, the impact of the effect can be further given. In addition, at the timing when the main character car symbol is superimposed and displayed on the special blank symbol in FIG. 41 (g), the symbol combination of "BB1" may be temporarily stopped and displayed on the main reel 502, which will be described later. At the timing when the enemy character C car symbol is superimposed and displayed on the special blank symbol in FIG. 42 (j), the symbol combination of "RB1" (symbol combination by the BAR symbol shown in FIG. 42 (k)) is performed on the main reel 502. The temporary stop may be displayed. Further, as shown in FIG. 41 (e), when the main character car symbol is dominant, the symbol combination of "BB1" is made slower than the speed of low-speed fluctuation on the main reel 502, and the vehicle moves near the center line. When the enemy character C car symbol is predominant, the symbol combination of "RB1" on the main reel 502 should be made even slower than the speed of low-speed fluctuation to move near the center line. You may do it. With this configuration, not only the relationship between the outer reel (drum) and the inner reel (drum) in the sub reel 501, but also the relationship with the main reel 502 becomes clear, and the impact of the production is further enhanced. Can be given.

On the other hand, FIG. 42 (j) shows the display mode of FIG. 38 (m-3) described above (a state in which the "enemy character C vehicle symbol" first reaches the goal line) on the sub reel 501, and is the main. The reel 502 is still rotating in the reverse direction at a low speed. Then, (k) maintains the display of FIG. 42 (j) on the sub reel 501, and on the main reel 502, after the symbol combinations of “RB1” are aligned and slowly fluctuate, a temporary stop display is displayed on the center line. is doing. Then, (l) maintains the display of FIG. 42 (k) in the sub reel 501, and in the main reel 502, each main reel is rotated in the forward direction (strictly speaking, the left main reel 502a and the middle main reel 502b). , Rotate forward in the order of the right main reel 502c), and then enable (operable) each stop button. As a result, it is possible to recognize that the Grand Prix race reach production performed on the sub reel 501 is "defeated" and the most advantageous "BB1" is not given (RB1 is given). In this way, by setting the effect result of the sub-reel 501 according to the magnitude of the profit of the winning combination, it is possible to pay more attention to the effect performed by the sub-reel 501.

It should be noted that FIGS. 40 to 42 have described an example of a freeze when "BB1" and "RB1" are determined (when a bonus is given to both), but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the next game of the winning game of these winning roles is started by executing the freeze between the duplicate winning combination in which "BB1" and "cherry" are duplicated and the single winning combination of "cherry". The effects shown in FIGS. 40 to 42 may be executed between the operation of the lever 504 and the activation of each stop button. In this case, for example, the symbol combination related to "cherry" is displayed, the freeze is disclosed by the operation of the start lever 504 of the next game, and if it is a duplicate winning combination, the result of FIG. 41 (h) is derived and the single winning is achieved. If it is a combination, the sub reel 501 displays FIG. 42 (j), and on the main reel 502, the left reel "middle" has "7 symbols", the middle reel "bottom" has "7 symbols", and the right. The "7 symbols" may be temporarily stopped and displayed on the reel "middle" to notify that the "cherry" was the sole winner of the "cherry" to which "BB1" is not given (loss as a result of the freeze). In addition, it is easier for duplicate winners to select "Grand Prix Race Reach Production", and for single winners, it is easier to select "Car Race Reach Production", and "Grand Prix Race Reach Production" is executed. You may make it desired.

Further, in the slot machine 500 in the present alternative example, the effect using the above-mentioned sub-reel 501 is performed during the execution of the freeze, but the execution scene of the effect using the sub-reel 501 is not limited to the freeze. For example, the main reel 502 may be stopped by each stop button even when the effect using the sub reel 501 is performed without executing the freeze. Further, in this case, when all the main reels 502 are stopped when the effect result of the sub reel 501 is not derived, the effect of the sub reel 501 is forcibly terminated in accordance with the stop of the main reel 502. May be good. With this configuration, it is possible to meet the needs of players who want to advance the game quickly.

(Details of initial operation of inner reel and outer reel)
FIG. 43 is a time chart showing the initial operation of the inner reel and the outer reel of the pachinko gaming machine 1. Here, the execution period of the initial operation is, for example, at the timing (b) of FIG. 43, the timing of FIG. 43 where the series of operations is completed after the effect control board 200 receives the power recovery command or the power-on command. The period up to j) corresponds. Therefore, the detection operation of the outer reel sensor, the operation of the outer reel, the operation of the inner reel, the outer reel appearance check operation, and the inner reel appearance check operation, which are performed within the period, all constitute one operation mode of the initial operation. ing.

In the following, the initial operation of the inner reel and the outer reel of the pachinko gaming machine 1 will be described as an example, but the same thing (initial operation) may be performed on the sub reel 501 of the slot machine 500 described above.

First, the timing (a) in FIG. 43 is the timing when the power switch of the pachinko gaming machine 1 (SW provided on the power supply board 400 (not shown) is turned on). When the power switch of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on, a power recovery command or a power-on command is transmitted from the main control board 100 (main CPU 101) to the effect control board 200 (sub CPU 201). Which command is transmitted is based on the processing content of the main control board main processing shown in FIG.

Next, the timing (b) in FIG. 43 is the timing at which the effect control board 200 (sub CPU 201) receives the power recovery command or the power on command from the main control board 100 (main CPU 101). When the sub CPU 201 receives the power recovery command or the power on command, the sub CPU 201 turns on the internal / external reel initial operation execution flag in the main command reception process (1/2) shown in FIG. Then, in the interrupt cycle after the inner / outer reel initial operation execution flag is turned ON, the initial operation control process is executed by the reel control process shown in FIG. As a result, the detection operation of the outer reel sensor is executed.

Next, the timing (c) in FIG. 43 is the timing at which all the outer reels are operated and the detection operation of the outer reel sensor is started. Here, although not shown, an outer reel sensor is provided for each of the outer reel (left) 26d, the outer reel (middle) 26e, and the outer reel (right) 26f (for example, the symbol position "0". "Number position). Then, when the power switch of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on, all the outer reels are operated to move each outer reel to a position where the outer reel sensor is turned on (the initial position of the outer reel). Then, when all the outer reels are moved to the position where the outer reel sensor is turned on (the initial position of the outer reel), the operation of all the outer reels is stopped as shown by the timing (d). At the timing (d), since the outer reel sensor is stopped at the position where the outer reel sensor is turned on (the outer reel initial position), the outer reel sensor remains ON, and then the outer reel starts operating. (E) turns off.

Next, at the timing (e) in FIG. 43, the operation (forward rotation) of all the outer reels and all the inner reels is started, and the reel sheets of the outer reels are normally attached to the outer reels at the same time. It is the timing to start the outer reel appearance check operation to confirm whether or not. At this timing, all the outer reels operate, so the outer reel sensor is turned off, and all the outer reels, all the inner reels, and the outer reel appearance check are turned on. In other words, all the outer reels and all the inner reels operate at the same time (forward rotation), and by providing such an operation period, the time required for the initial operation is longer than when each is operated independently. In addition to being able to shorten the time, it is possible to check whether the outer reel and the inner reel do not interfere with each other even if they are operated at the same time.

Further, at this timing, when the movement of each outer reel to the position where the outer reel sensor is turned on (the initial position of the outer reel) is completed (when the detection operation of the outer reel sensor is completed), all the outer reels and all. The inner reel and the outer reel appearance check are turned on. That is, if the outer reel sensor is not turned off (the detection operation of the outer reel sensor is not completed), all the outer reels, all the inner reels, and the outer reel appearance check are not turned on, and all the outer reels The operation, the operation of all the inner reels, and the appearance check operation of the outer reels are not started.

Further, when both the outer reel and the inner reel have been moved to the position where the outer reel sensor is turned on (the initial position of the outer reel) in each outer reel (when the detection operation of the outer reel sensor is completed), the operation is performed. It is supposed to start. Here, if the operation (forward rotation) of the inner reel is started when the operation (forward rotation) of the outer reel is completed at the timing (f) described later, the timing (f) is changed from the timing (e). ), Something is wrong with the operation of the outer reel (forward rotation), and if the operation of the outer reel (forward rotation) is not completed, the inner reel cannot be operated (forward rotation). In such a case, even if the abnormality of the outer reel is resolved and the operation of the outer reel is completed (forward rotation), the inner reel will be operated (forward rotation) from there, so extra time will be required. You will spend it. On the other hand, as in the present embodiment, in both the outer reel and the inner reel, the movement of each outer reel to the position where the outer reel sensor is ON (the initial position of the outer reel) is completed (detection of the outer reel sensor). If the operation is configured to start when the operation is completed), even if any abnormality occurs in the operation (forward rotation) of the outer reel performed from the timing (e) to the timing (f), during that time. The inner reel can be operated independently (forward rotation). In this case, it is not necessary to operate the inner reel (forward rotation) after eliminating the abnormality of the outer reel and completing the operation (forward rotation) of the outer reel, so that the time required for the initial operation can be shortened.

Further, in the outer reel, at the same time, the outer reel appearance check operation for confirming whether the reel sheet of the outer reel is normally attached is started. Here, since the outer reel is located outside the inner reel, the decorative design of the inner reel can be clearly seen through the "non-decorative surface" of the outer reel as described above. Therefore, if the appearance check operation of the inner reel is to be started before the appearance check operation of the outer reel, it is first necessary to stop the "non-decorative surface" in the display window 26 m in all the outer reels. .. Then, first, in all the outer reels, a time is required to stop the "non-decorative surface" in the display window 26 m. On the other hand, by starting the appearance check operation of the outer reel before the appearance check operation of the inner reel, the above-mentioned required time can be reduced and the initial operation can be efficiently performed. In the present embodiment, from such a background, the appearance check operation of the outer reel is started before the appearance check operation of the inner reel.

Further, in each outer reel in the present embodiment, the movement to the position where the outer reel sensor is turned on (the initial position of the outer reel) is completed (the detection operation of the outer reel sensor is completed) is "predetermined". It corresponds to "condition is satisfied". The "predetermined condition is satisfied" is not limited to this, and it may be that the effect control board 200 (sub CPU201) indicated by the timing (b) has received the power recovery command or the power on command.

Further, the outer reel appearance check operation and the inner reel appearance check operation described later in the present embodiment correspond to the “identification information confirmation operation”.

Next, the timing (f) in FIG. 43 is a timing at which the operation (forward rotation) of all the outer reels and all the inner reels is stopped, and at the same time, the outer reel appearance check operation is finished. At this timing, the operation (forward rotation) of all the outer reels and all the inner reels is stopped, so that all the outer reels, all the inner reels, and the outer reel appearance check are turned off. For the convenience of starting the appearance check of the outer reel from the timing (e), the period for operating (forward rotation) all the outer reels from the timing (e) to the timing (f) is at least one round of the outer reel (design). All the effect symbols from the position "0" to the symbol position "11" can be visually recognized in the display window 26 m), and two or more laps may be made.

In the present embodiment, the timing (e) to the timing (f) in FIG. 43 and the timing (h) to the timing (i) described later are "controls for operating the first rotating body and the second rotating body at the same time." It corresponds to "the period to do".

Further, at the timing (f) of FIG. 43, the inner reel appearance check operation for confirming whether the reel sheet of the inner reel is normally attached to the inner reel is started. Here, the appearance check operation of the inner reel corresponds to the operation of stopping the same decorative symbol (special blank symbol) on the center line (stopping for a predetermined time) as shown in FIG. 45 (d) described later. By stopping the same decorative pattern (special blank pattern) on the center line, it is confirmed whether the reel sheet of the inner reel is normally attached. If the reel sheet of the inner reel is not attached normally, the same decorative symbol (special blank symbol) cannot be stopped at the center line, so the decorative symbol stopped at the center line is stopped. Depending on the aspect, the inner reel appearance check operation can be performed.

Further, the outer reel is configured to decelerate while gradually aligning the non-decorative surfaces in a horizontal line when the operation (forward rotation) started from the timing (e) is gradually decelerated toward the timing (f). Then, at the timing (f), the same decorative symbol (special blank symbol) is stopped in the display window 26 m while being aligned horizontally. That is, since the non-decorative surface of all the outer reels stops within the display window 26 m, the decorative design of the inner reels can be clearly seen.

Further, when the operation (forward rotation) started from the timing (e) is gradually decelerated toward the timing (f), the inner reel is decelerated while aligning the same decorative symbol (special blank symbol) in a horizontal line. It is composed. Then, at the timing (f), the same decorative symbol (special blank symbol) is stopped at the center line while being aligned horizontally. Then, from the timing (f), the inner reel appearance check operation is started.

In this way, from the timing (e) to the timing (f) of FIG. 43, while checking the operation of the outer reel and the inner reel and checking the appearance of the outer reel, the next confirmation operation is performed during the operation period. Since the preparation has been started, the appearance check operation of the inner reel started from the timing (f) can be started promptly.

Further, as described above, even if some abnormality occurs in the operation (forward rotation) of the outer reel performed from the timing (e) to the timing (f) in FIG. 43, the inner reel operates independently (positive) during that time. (Rotation) can be completed, and the inner reel appearance check operation can be started immediately. In this case as well, after eliminating the abnormality of the outer reel and completing the operation of the outer reel (forward rotation), the inner reel is operated (forward rotation), and then the same decorative symbol (special blank symbol) is drawn in a horizontal line. Since it is not necessary to stop at the center line while aligning, the time required for the initial operation can be shortened.

Next, the timing (g) in FIG. 43 is the timing for starting the operation (reverse rotation) of all the outer reels. Since the inner reel continues the appearance check operation of the inner reel until the timing, the operation does not start at the timing, and the outer reel operates independently until the timing (h) described later. Become. Therefore, at that timing, all the outer reels are turned on and the inner reel appearance check is turned off.

The time required for the appearance check operation of the inner reel performed from the timing (f) to the timing (g) in FIG. 43 is configured to be about 2 seconds, but the time can be arbitrarily set.

Next, the timing (h) in FIG. 43 is the timing for starting the operation (reverse rotation) of all the inner reels. Since the outer reels are still ON at the timing, all the outer reels and all the inner reels operate (reverse rotation) at the same time from the timing to the timing (i) described later. Therefore, at that timing, all the inner reels are turned on.

Next, the timing (i) in FIG. 43 is the timing for stopping the operation (reverse rotation) of all the outer reels. Since the inner reel is still ON at that timing, the inner reel operates independently until the timing (j) described later. Therefore, at that timing, all the outer reels are turned off.

Next, the timing (j) in FIG. 43 is the timing for stopping the operation (reverse rotation) of all the inner reels. Therefore, at this timing, all the inner reels are turned off, and all the reels other than the "power supply" are turned off. This ends a series of initial operations.

Next, the contents of the time chart of FIG. 43 will be animated and described with reference to FIGS. 44 to 47. First, FIG. 44A shows a state in which the power switch of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on. For example, on the inner reel, the decorative symbol when the power switch is turned off is stopped (a-1), and on the outer reel, the effect symbol (non-decorative surface) when the power switch is turned off is stopped. (A-2), the decorative design of the inner reel is clearly visible through the production design (non-decorative surface) of the outer reel (a-3). Note that FIG. 44 (a) corresponds to the timing (a) in FIG. 43.

For example, if the decorative symbol shown in FIG. 44 (a-1) is stopped on the inner reel when the game store is closed, if the power switch is turned on the next day before the business starts, the inner reel will be on the inner reel. The initial operation can be started from the state (stop roll of the decorative symbol). Thereby, for example, the time required for the initial operation can be shortened as compared with the case where the initial operation is performed after the stop roll of the decorative symbol at the start of the initial operation is stopped on the inner reel.

Next, FIG. 44B shows the detection operation of the outer reel sensor. For example, in the inner reel, the decorative symbol when the power switch is turned off is stopped (b-1), and in the outer reel, all the outer reels are in the position where the outer reel sensor is turned on (initial reel outer reel). It is moved to the position) (b-2), and the outer reel is moved in front of the decorative symbol of the inner reel (b-3). Note that FIG. 44 (b) corresponds to the period from timing (c) to timing (d) in FIG. 43.

Next, FIG. 45 (c) shows the operation (forward rotation) of the outer reel and the inner reel. For example, the inner reel is operating in the forward rotation (c-1), the outer reel is operating in the forward rotation (c-2), and both the outer reel and the inner reel are operating in the forward rotation. (C-3). Although not shown, the outer reel is rotating in the forward direction at a speed at which each of the production symbols of the outer reel can be clearly confirmed. Therefore, in (c-3), the outer reel is actually rotated. The production design can be clearly confirmed (the appearance of the outer reel is checked). Note that FIG. 45 (c) corresponds to the period from timing (e) to timing (f) in FIG. 43.

Next, FIG. 45D shows a state in which the operation (forward rotation) of the outer reel and the inner reel is completed and the appearance check of the inner reel is started. For example, the inner reel stops the combination of special blank symbols on the center line (d-1), the outer reel stops the non-decorative surface (d-2), and the center is passed through the non-decorative surface of the outer reel. The combination of special blank symbols stopped on the line is clearly visible (d-3). In addition, in FIG. 45 (d), the timing (g) corresponds to the timing (f) in FIG. 43.

Next, FIG. 46 (e) shows a state in which the inner reel appearance check is completed and the outer reel starts operation (reverse rotation) (a state in which the outer reel operates independently). For example, the inner reel continues to stop the combination of special blank symbols on the center line (e-1), the outer reel operates in reverse rotation (e-2), and the special blank stopped on the center line. The outer reel is moving in front of the combination of symbols (e-3). Note that FIG. 46 (e) corresponds to the timing (g) in FIG. 43.

Next, FIG. 46 (f) shows a state in which the operation of the inner reel (reverse rotation) is started following the operation of the outer reel (reverse rotation). For example, the inner reel is operating in reverse rotation (f-1), the outer reel is operating in reverse rotation (f-2), and both the outer reel and the inner reel are operating in reverse rotation. (F-3). Note that FIG. 46 (f) corresponds to the timing (h) in FIG. 43.

Next, FIG. 47 (g) shows a state in which the operation (reverse rotation) of the outer reel is stopped (a state in which the inner reel is independently operated). For example, the inner reel continues to operate (reverse rotation) (g-1), the outer reel stops the non-decorative surface (g-2), and operates through the non-decorative surface of the outer reel. The inner reel (reverse rotation) is clearly visible (g-3). Note that FIG. 47 (g) corresponds to the timing (i) in FIG. 43.

Next, FIG. 47 (h) shows a state at the end of the initial operation of the outer reel and the inner reel. For example, for the inner reel, the special blank symbol is stopped on the left reel "middle", the special reach development suggestion symbol is stopped on the middle reel "top", "middle", and "bottom", and the special blank symbol is stopped on the right reel "middle". Stopped (h-1), the outer reel continues to stop the non-decorative surface (h-2), and the decorative design of the inner reel becomes clearly visible through the non-decorative surface of the outer reel. Yes (h-3). Note that FIG. 47 (h) corresponds to the timing (j) in FIG. 43.

(Comparison with reel operation in production)
In the present embodiment, the initial operations shown in FIGS. 43 to 47 are performed, but in the above-mentioned car race reach production and grand prix race reach production, the left reel, the middle reel, and the right reel of the inner reel are used. In some cases, all reels operated (rotated) at the same time, two reels operated (rotated) at the same time, and one reel operated (rotated) independently. Similarly, all the left reel, middle reel, and right reel of the outer reel operate (rotate) at the same time, two reels operate (rotate) at the same time, and one reel operates (rotates) independently. ) There was something to do. On the other hand, in the initial operation, as described above, the period in which all the inner reels and all the outer reels operate at the same time is the main, for example, "the main character car design" in the car race production. , The operation mode with the "competitive character C car symbol" (see Fig. 28, etc.), the operation mode to stop the "PUSH button symbol" in the Grand Prix race reach production (see Fig. 33), and the special reach development suggestion symbol. The operation mode (see FIG. 33) and the like are omitted. Even if the operation mode is omitted in this way, at least all the inner reels and all the outer reels are operated at the same time, so that there is no reel whose operation is not confirmed, and the game is performed with the reels defective. It is possible to prevent the reel from being lost. In addition, since the initial operation that matches all the operation modes of the effect is not performed, the time required for the initial operation can be shortened.

(About irregularity when executing the initial operation)
In the present embodiment, the initial operation shown in FIGS. 43 to 47 is performed, but if a power failure occurs during the execution of the initial operation, it becomes as follows. That is, when the power is restored again, the power restoration command is transmitted from the main control board 100 (main CPU 101). Then, when the effect control board 200 (sub CPU 201) receives the power recovery command, it executes the main command reception process (1/2) of FIG. 21 and turns on the internal / external reel initial operation execution flag, so that the initial operation is performed. You will have to start over. Therefore, for example, even if the power is turned off while the initial operation has progressed between the timing (i) and the timing (j) in FIG. 43, the initial operation is the timing (e) and the timing in FIG. 43. Even if the power is turned off while the process is progressing to (f), the initial operation will be restarted from the beginning in any case. As a result, for example, when the power is turned off, the sub CPU 201 stores the progress status of the initial operation, and when the power is restored, the stored progress status of the initial operation is read and restarted from there. Control can be simplified without the need for.

Further, for example, a power failure occurs while the normal gaming state is being played, a power failure occurs while the time-saving gaming state is being played, or a power failure occurs while the probabilistic gaming state is being played. In any case, when the power is restored, the initial operation shown in FIGS. 43 to 47 is performed. As a result, it is not necessary to change the initial operation to be executed when the power is restored depending on the gaming state at the time of power failure, so that the control can be simplified.

Further, during the execution of the winning game, for example, the combination of the winning decorative symbols is stopped on the inner reel. When a power failure occurs during the execution of the hit game, the initial operation shown in FIGS. 43 to 47 is executed when the power is restored, and at the end of the initial operation, even if the hit game is still in progress, FIG. 47 ( The combination of decorative symbols shown in h-1) is stopped. That is, the combination of decorative symbols indicating the completion of the initial operation shown in FIG. 47 (h-1) is stopped without stopping the combination of the decorative symbols that had been stopped before the occurrence of the power failure. As a result, for example, when the power is turned off, the sub CPU 201 stores the combination of the winning symbols, and when the power is restored, the stored symbol combination is read, and after the series of initial operations is completed, the winning symbol is read. The control can be simplified without requiring complicated control such as stopping the combination of symbols.

Details of the means and the like described in the game machine of (1) above will be described.
The start condition is satisfied (for example, from step S103-2-3 in FIG. 16 to step S103-2-8, from step S103-2-7 to step S103-2-8 in FIG. 16). Based on this, a determination means for determining whether or not to shift to a special gaming state (for example, a winning game) that is advantageous to the player (for example, the main CPU 101 that performs the process of step S103-2-8 of FIG. 16) and the above. A plurality of rotating bodies (for example, reel unit 26) for notifying the result of determination, a control means (for example, sub CPU 201) for controlling rotation and stopping of the plurality of rotating bodies, and a power supply means for supplying power. (For example, a power supply board 400), the plurality of rotating bodies have identification information in each rotating body, and a first rotating body (for example, an outer reel (left) 26d, an outer reel (middle). ) 26e, outer reel (right) 26f) and the second rotating body forming a double layer structure (for example, inner reel (left) 26a, inner reel (middle) 26b, inner reel). (Right) 26c), respectively, and the control means controls the initial operation of the first rotating body and the second rotating body (for example, step S303-2 in FIG. 23) in the plurality of rotating bodies. After the power is supplied, the predetermined condition is satisfied (for example, in each outer reel, the movement to the position where the outer reel sensor is turned on (the initial position of the outer reel) is completed (for example). When the detection operation of the outer reel sensor is completed)), the initial operation of the first rotating body and the second rotating body is started (for example, the timing (e) in FIG. 43). ..

Details of the means and the like described in the game machine of (2) above will be described.
In the gaming machine of (1), the control means has a period of controlling the first rotating body and the second rotating body to operate at the same time in the initial operation (for example, the timing (e) in FIG. 43. ) To the timing (f) and from the timing (h) to the timing (i)).

Details of the means and the like described in the game machine of (3) above will be described.
In the gaming machine according to (1) or (2), the initial operation includes an identification information confirmation operation (for example, an outer reel appearance check) for confirming the identification information of the first rotating body and the second rotating body. , And the inner reel appearance check), the control means starts the identification information confirmation operation (for example, the outer reel appearance check) at the same time as the start of the initial operation in the first rotating body, and the first The two-rotating body is characterized in that the identification information confirmation operation (for example, an inner reel appearance check) is started after the first rotating body finishes the identification information confirmation operation.

Details of the means and the like described in the game machine of (4) above will be described.
In the game machine of (3), the first rotating body is provided so as to be located outside the second rotating body, and the identification information of the second rotating body is visible. The control means has a region (for example, a non-decorative surface), and the control means stops the visible region of the first rotating body at the end of the identification information confirmation operation of the first rotating body to stop the second rotating body. It is characterized in that the identification information of the rotating body is visible (for example, (d) in FIG. 45).

In the present embodiment, the pachinko gaming machine has been described as an example, but the contents described in the present embodiment can also be applied to a spinning-type gaming machine (slot machine), and a ball game machine. It can also be applied to the arrange ball gaming machine.

1 Pachinko game machine 2 Outer frame 3 Middle frame 6 Game board 7 Game area 9 Light emitting device 14 Direction button 15 Direction lever 20 Gate member 21 1st start port 22 2nd start port 23 Normal winning port 24 Large winning port 26 Reel unit 26a Inner reel (left)
26b inner reel (middle)
26c inner reel (right)
26d outer reel (left)
26e Outer reel (middle)
26f outer reel (right)
26g solenoid (left)
26h solenoid (middle)
26i solenoid (right)
26j solenoid (left)
26k solenoid (middle)
26l solenoid (right)
27 Symbol display device 27a 1st special symbol display 27b 2nd special symbol display 28 7-segment display 29 Board lighting device 31 1st special symbol hold display lamp 32 2nd special symbol hold display lamp 100 Main control board 101 Main CPU
102 Main ROM
103 Main RAM
200 Production control board 201 Sub CPU
202 sub ROM
203 sub RAM
300 Payout control board 301 Payout CPU
302 payout ROM
303 Payout RAM
304 Dispensing device 305 Launching device 400 Power supply board 500 Slot machine 501 Sub reel 502 Main reel 503 Stop button 504 Start lever 505 Medal slot

Claims (1)

A determination means for determining whether or not to perform a special game that is advantageous to the player,
A movable production device that can perform predetermined operations, and
A control means for controlling a predetermined operation of the movable effect device, and
Power supply means to supply power and
Equipped with
The movable production device is
A first movable body and a second movable body different from the first movable body are included.
The first movable body can move in a first direction and move in a second direction, which is a direction different from the first direction.
The second movable body can move in a first direction and move in a second direction different from the first direction.
The control means is
When the power is supplied, the initial operation of the first movable body and the second movable body can be controlled.
In the initial operation
When the first movable body is made to perform the operation in the first direction and the second movable body is made to perform the operation in the first direction.
It has a period during which both the first movable body and the second movable body are operated at the same time.
When the first movable body is made to perform the operation in the second direction and the second movable body is made to perform the operation in the second direction.
It has a period in which one of the first movable body and the second movable body is operated and the other is not operated, and a period in which both the first movable body and the second movable body are operated at the same time.
The operation of the first movable body in the first direction and the operation of the second movable body in the first direction are performed first, and the operation of the first movable body in the second direction. And, the operation in the second direction in the second movable body is performed later.
A gaming machine characterized by that.

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