JP7320290B2 - game machine - Google Patents

Description

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

2. Description of the Related Art Recently, in a pachinko game machine, the size of the frame has been increased in order to enhance decorativeness.
In particular, there is a case in which a decorative body is extended above a frame body to give a visual impact (for example, Patent Document 1).

Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2021-58410

By the way, by extending the decoration above the frame, it is possible to give a visual impact. , number of games) is difficult to see.
In order to solve such problems, there is a tendency to display the above information on the display device of the pachinko game machine.

However, there is still room for improvement in properly displaying information on the display device.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION It is an object of the present invention to preferably display information on a display device in view of such circumstances.

A gaming machine according to the present invention includes a starting port into which a game ball can enter, and a determination for determining whether or not to shift to a special game advantageous to the player based on the game ball entering the starting port. means, game state control means capable of controlling a normal game state and a specific game state more advantageous to the player than the normal game state, and identification information based on entry of a game ball into the starting port symbol variation game execution means for executing a symbol variation game in which the variation display is started, and the variation display is stopped as the variation time elapses to derive the result of the determination; and effect control means for controlling the effect display means. wherein said effect control means can display the number of executions of said symbol variation game in said normal game state on said effect display means, and updates said number of executions each time said symbol variation game is executed. It is possible, and it is possible to execute a variable performance according to the result of the determination, and in the variable performance that notifies that the transition to the special game is performed, it is possible not to display the number of executions after the notification, It is possible to display the number of executions after the notification in the variable effect for notifying that the transition to the special game is not performed , and it is possible to execute the customer waiting effect when the variable effect is not performed, The customer waiting effect has a first period and a second period different from the first period and capable of displaying attention calling information for calling the player's predetermined attention, and the effect The control means is capable of displaying the number of executions during the first period, and is capable of not displaying the number of executions when the alert information of the second period is displayed. do.

In addition, the gaming machine according to the present invention determines whether or not to shift to a special game advantageous to the player based on the start opening into which a game ball can enter and the entry of the game ball into the start opening. storage means for storing determination information obtained by entering the ball into the starting hole as a reserved memory; a normal game state; and a specific game state that is more advantageous to the player than the normal game state. A controllable game state control means, and a variable display of the identification information is started based on the entry of the game ball into the start hole, and the variable display is stopped along with the passage of the variable time to determine the result of the determination. and an effect control means for controlling effect display means, wherein the effect control means causes the effect display means to hold a number corresponding to the number of the pending memories The display is controlled, the number of executions of the symbol variation game can be displayed on the effect display means in the normal game state, the number of executions can be updated each time the symbol variation game is performed, and the determination is performed. A variable performance can be executed according to the result of the variable performance, and a pseudo-continuous performance that suggests the possibility that the special game will be executed can be executed during the execution of the variable performance, and the variable performance is a ready-to-win performance. In the specific variation performance including the specific variation performance to be executed and notifying that the transition to the special game is not performed, the timing of making the number of executions and the holding display difficult to see is different, but after making the visibility difficult, the The timing at which the number of executions and the pending display are made visible is the same, and the number of executions can be made difficult to be visually recognized during the pseudo-continuous effect .

According to the present invention, information can be preferably displayed on a display device.

1 is an exterior front view of a gaming machine according to an embodiment of the present invention; FIG. 1 is an external rear view of a gaming machine according to an embodiment of the present invention; FIG. 1 is an external side view of a gaming machine according to an embodiment of the present invention; FIG. 1 is a front view of a game board according to an embodiment of the present invention; FIG. 1 is a block diagram of a gaming machine according to an embodiment of the present invention; FIG. It is a diagram showing (A) a special symbol hit determination table and (B) a normal symbol hit determination table according to the embodiment of the present invention. It is a diagram showing (A) a special symbol determination table, (B) a normal symbol determination table, and (C) round details for each special symbol according to the embodiment of the present invention. It is a game state transition diagram according to the embodiment of the present invention. It is a diagram showing a special symbol variation pattern table according to the embodiment of the present invention. It is a figure which shows (A) the determination information storage area|region of main RAM, and (B) the counter of main RAM which concerns on embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the command table|table (1/2) based on embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the command table|table (2/2) based on embodiment of this invention. 4 is a flow chart showing a main control board main process according to the embodiment of the present invention; 4 is a flow chart showing setting value change processing according to the embodiment of the present invention. 4 is a flowchart showing set value confirmation processing according to the embodiment of the present invention; 4 is a flow chart showing main control board timer interrupt processing according to the embodiment of the present invention. 4 is a flowchart showing input switch detection processing according to the embodiment of the present invention; It is a flow chart which shows processing at the time of the 1st starting opening detection concerning an embodiment of the present invention. It is a flow chart which shows special design related processing concerning an embodiment of the present invention. It is a flow chart showing a special symbol variation start time process according to the embodiment of the present invention. It is a flow chart showing processing during special symbol fluctuation according to the embodiment of the present invention. It is a flow chart which shows the processing classified by game state according to the embodiment of the present invention. It is a flow chart which shows winning game processing concerning an embodiment of the present invention. 4 is a flowchart showing abnormality determination processing according to the embodiment of the present invention; It is a flow chart which shows the production control board main processing according to the embodiment of the present invention. It is a flow chart showing the effect control board timer interrupt processing according to the embodiment of the present invention. 4 is a flowchart showing operation device input processing according to the embodiment of the present invention; 4 is a flowchart showing main command reception processing (1/2) according to the embodiment of the present invention; 10 is a flowchart showing main command reception processing (2/2) according to the embodiment of the present invention; It is a figure explaining the relationship of the prize-winning sound for every icon, a change sound, and a start-up light-emitting device (color) which concerns on embodiment of this invention. FIG. 11 is a diagram showing an example of display of the number of games (variation pattern 2) according to the embodiment of the present invention; FIG. 10 is a diagram showing an example of game number display (fluctuation pattern 3) according to the embodiment of the present invention; FIG. 10 is a diagram showing an example of game number display (fluctuation pattern 4) according to the embodiment of the present invention; FIG. 10 is a diagram showing an example of display of the number of games (variation pattern 10) according to the embodiment of the present invention; FIG. 10 is a diagram showing an example of game number display (fluctuation pattern 6) according to the embodiment of the present invention; FIG. 7 is a diagram showing an example of a display mode of displaying the number of games according to the embodiment of the present invention; FIG. 10 is a diagram showing an example of an update mode of the number-of-games display according to the embodiment of the present invention; FIG. 10 is a diagram showing an example of an update mode of the number-of-games display according to the embodiment of the present invention; FIG. 10 is a diagram showing an example of an update mode of the number-of-games display according to the embodiment of the present invention; FIG. 10 is a diagram showing an example of an update mode of the number-of-games display according to the embodiment of the present invention; FIG. 10 is a diagram showing an example of the display of the number of games for each production stage according to the embodiment of the present invention; FIG. 10 is a diagram showing an example of an update mode of the number-of-games display according to the embodiment of the present invention; FIG. 10 is a diagram showing an example (irregular case) of update mode of the display of the number of games according to the embodiment of the present invention; FIG. 44 is a diagram showing an example of an update mode (modification of FIG. 43) of game count display according to the embodiment of the present invention;

Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be specifically described with reference to the drawings. In the following embodiments, a pachinko game machine 1 will be described as an example of a game machine according to the present invention. In the following description, "front", "rear", "left", "right", "upper" and "lower" refer to the pachinko gaming machine 1 shown in FIG. pointing.

As shown in FIG. 1, a pachinko game machine 1 comprises an outer frame 2 for installation on a game machine installation island (not shown) of a game parlor, and a game board 6 pivotally supported by the outer frame 2 and shown in FIG. a detachably held middle frame 3; a glass frame 4 pivotally supported by the middle frame 3 and opposed to the front side of the game board 6 so that the game board 6 can be visually recognized through transparent glass; It has a tray member 5 which is positioned below the supported glass frame 4 and can store game balls. In addition, the glass frame 4 and the receiving plate member 5 may be configured as a separate type, or may be configured as an integrated type.

The middle frame 3 is provided with a shooting device for shooting game balls to the game area 7 of the game board 6, and is provided with a shooting handle 8 for making the shooting device perform a shooting operation. The shooting handle 8 is gripped by the player and can be rotated within a predetermined range, and the amount of rotation (volume) adjusts the shooting strength when shooting the game ball into the game area 7. It is possible. For example, when it is rotated by the first rotation amount (when it is the first firing intensity), the game ball is shot to the left side of the game area 7 (the game area 7a shown in FIG. 3) (so-called "left ), and when it is rotated by a second rotation amount that is larger than the first rotation amount (in the case of the second firing intensity), the right side of the game area 7 (Fig. 3 A game ball is shot into the game area 7b) indicated by (so-called "right-handed hitting" becomes possible).

The firing handle 8 is provided with a handle touch sensor (not shown). This handle touch sensor is turned ON when the player grips the shooting handle 8 , and the ON signal is input to the payout control board 300 . Thereby, it can be grasped that the shooting handle 8 is held by the player.

A light-emitting device 9 (lamp, LED, etc.) is provided on the glass frame 4 so that the pachinko game machine 1 can be decorated by emitting light. For example, in the special symbol winning determination process described later, it is possible to execute an effect of notifying the winning by emitting light in rainbow colors based on the fact that the winning is determined.

A speaker 10 is provided on the glass frame 4 (above), and can output music (BGM), voice, and sound effects. For example, when the normal game state described later is controlled, music corresponding to the normal game state can be output, and when the time-saving game state (A, B) described later is controlled, the time-saving game state ( A, B) can be output music according to, and when the probability variation gaming state described later is controlled, it is possible to output music according to the probability variation gaming state.
A lower speaker 10 is provided on the glass frame 4 (lower side), and can output voice and sound effects. The lower speaker 10 is provided with a speaker lamp 10a, which emits light in a prize-winning flash effect, which will be described later.

In the light emitting device 9 and the speaker 10, it is possible to execute an abnormality notification when an abnormality occurs in the pachinko game machine 1. FIG. For example, the light-emitting device 9 can emit light in a light-emitting pattern dedicated to notification of an abnormality, and the speaker 10 can output a sound or warning sound for notifying the specific content of the abnormality.

The receiving tray member 5 is composed of an upper receiving tray 5a and a lower receiving tray 5b, and when the amount of game balls stored in the upper receiving tray 5a exceeds a predetermined amount, game balls are dispensed to the lower receiving tray 5b. ing. In addition, the receiving tray member 5 includes a ball eject button 11 for ejecting the game balls stored in the upper receiving tray 5a to the lower receiving tray 5b at the end of the game, and a game ball release device (not shown). a ball lending button 12 for requesting the payout of the ball, a card return button 13 for requesting the return of the valuable value medium inserted into the insertion slot of the game ball lending device, and the balance for displaying the balance of the valuable value medium A display unit 12a and a ball lendable lamp 12b for notifying that the ball lending by operating the ball lending button 12 is possible are provided.

In addition, on the tray member 5, an operation prompting effect (for example, an effect in which an image simulating an operation means + an image saying "Press!" is displayed on the operation means) is executed. A performance button 14 and a performance lever 15 that can be operated by the player are provided. Note that the effect button 14 and the effect lever 15 may be provided independently, or may be provided integrally.

Also, one or both of the effect button 14 and the effect lever 15 may be vibrated by providing a vibrating device. For example, it may be vibrated as an advance notice effect, or may be vibrated when notifying that a transition to a winning game is to be performed. Note that only one of the effect button 14 and the effect lever 15 may be provided.

In addition, the receiver member 5 can be operated by the player to adjust the volume of music (BGM), voice, and sound effects output from the speaker 10, adjust the amount of light emitted from the light emitting device 9, and adjust the amount of light emitted from the light emitting device 9. A cross key button 16 is provided for adjusting the amount of light emitted from the display device 26, activating a menu screen, and performing operations corresponding to each menu. As an operation device for operating the menu screen, the cross key button 16 may be separately provided with a dedicated operation device for adjusting the volume and the amount of light.

Also, the upper end of the outer frame 2 is provided with a decorative portion 2a. The decorative portion 2a further extends upward from the upper end of the outer frame, and has, for example, a character-like shape to give a visual impact. On the other hand, it is difficult for some players to visually recognize the member (for example, the external information display 800) located behind the decorative portion 2a.
The decorative portion 2a may always extend upward from the upper end of the outer frame 2, or may be configured to change from the retracted state to the extended state when a predetermined trigger is met.

Next, based on FIG. 2, the configuration of the back side of the pachinko gaming machine 1 will be described. Various control boards such as a main control board 100, an effect control board 200, a payout control board 300 and a payout device 304, and a power supply board 400 are provided on the back side of the pachinko game machine 1 (exactly , these various control boards are attached to the rear surface of the middle frame 3).

A RAM clear switch 105 is also provided on the main control board 100 . The RAM clear switch 105 is a switch for initializing game information that is rewritten in the area of the main RAM 103 when a game is played. For example, when the closing time of the amusement arcade is approached while the time-saving game state (A or B) is reached, if the manager (for example, the game clerk) turns on the power while pressing the RAM clear switch 105, the time-saving game state ( The game information of A or B) is cleared, and the normal game state can be started at the opening time of the next day.

The RAM clear switch 105 is also a switch for switching set values in a setting change state, which will be described later. Details will be described later in the flow chart. For example, in the case of providing six levels of set values, if the RAM clear switch 105 is pressed once while the set value "1" is displayed on the display 104, which will be described later, the set value When the setting value "1" is changed to the setting value "2" and the RAM clear switch 105 is pressed once, the setting value is changed from "2" to the setting value "3". , set value “4”, set value “5”, and set value “6”, and when the set value “6” is displayed on the display 104, when the RAM clear switch 105 is pressed once, the set value The set value is switched from "6" to "1".

Although the RAM clear switch 105 is provided on the main control board 100, it may be provided on the power supply board 400 or may be provided directly on the middle frame 3, for example, as long as it can be input to the main control board 100.

The main control board 100 is also provided with a setting change keyhole 31 (also referred to as a setting key SW in this embodiment). The setting change keyhole 31 is used when setting one of a plurality of stages of setting values, which will be described later. Specifically, a setting change key (not shown) managed by a store clerk is inserted into the setting change keyhole 31 and rotated clockwise by 90 degrees (rotated from the vertical direction to the horizontal direction), When the power of the pachinko game machine 1 is turned on (the power switch 400a is turned on) while pressing the RAM clear switch 105, a setting change state is entered in which setting values can be set. Details of the setting change state will be described later with a flowchart.

The setting change keyhole 31 is also used to check the currently set value. Specifically, a setting change key managed by a store clerk is inserted into the setting change keyhole 31 and rotated clockwise by 90 degrees (rotated from the vertical direction to the horizontal direction) so that the pachinko machine 1 When the power is turned on (the power switch 400a is turned on), a setting confirmation state is entered in which setting values can be confirmed. Details of the setting confirmation state will be described later with a flowchart.

It should be noted that the setting change keyhole 31 can be rotated by a setting change key. can be detected.

Although the setting change keyhole 31 is provided in the main control board 100, the installation location is not limited to this. For example, the middle frame 3 may be provided with a setting change keyhole 31 .

A display 104 is also provided on the main control board 100 . If the display 104 is in the setting change state or the setting confirmation state, the setting value is displayed. The number of payouts/the number of outs in the normal game state)×100" is displayed.

Note that the game performance information is calculated for each interrupt (for example, every 4 ms) in a state other than the setting change state or setting confirmation state (for example, the state in which the interrupt is permitted in step S18 of FIG. 13). The current section and the past three sections (one section before, two sections before, and three sections before) are displayed at predetermined display timings (for example, every five seconds). It is possible. That is, display of current section→elapsed predetermined time (elapsed 5 seconds)→display of past section (1)→elapsed of predetermined time (elapsed 5 seconds)→display of past section (2)→elapsed predetermined time (5 seconds) elapsed)→display of past section (3)→elapsed predetermined time (elapsed 5 seconds)→display of current section.

Next, the positional relationship between the decorative portion 2a and the external information display 800 will be described with reference to FIG. As described above, the decorative portion 2a extends upward from the upper end of the outer frame 2 and is partially positioned in front of the external information display 800. As shown in FIG. This makes it difficult for some players to visually recognize the information displayed on the external information display 800 while sitting on the seat.
In addition, the information displayed on the external information display device 800 includes, for example, the number of winning games, the number of times of shifting to the variable probability gaming state, a predetermined timing (for example, the timing when the power switch 400a is turned on, for example, the timing when the winning game ends) ), the number of symbol variation games, and the like.

Next, based on FIG. 4, the configuration of the game board 6 of the pachinko game machine 1 will be described. The game board 6 is made of a veneer material or a transparent synthetic resin material, and an image display device 26 is detachably attached to the back side thereof. In addition, the game board 6 is formed with a game area 7 in which game balls can roll. A member 19 is formed. In addition, the game area 7 includes a gate member 20 through which a game ball can pass, a first starting hole 21 through which a game ball can enter, and a stage 17 for facilitating ball entry into the first starting hole 21. , a second starting hole 22 into which a game ball can enter, a normal winning hole 23 into which a game ball can enter, and a large winning hole into which a game ball can enter when a winning game described later is being executed. 24, an out port 25 for discharging game balls that have not entered any of the winning ports outside the game area (game ball discharge gutter), a movable body 28 that can move vertically, and other game nails. (illustration omitted) and a windmill are provided.

The game area 7 includes a first game area 7a formed on the left side of the center (a game area for so-called "left hitting") and a second game area 7b formed on the right side of the center (a so-called "right hitting" game area). play area).

The gate member 20 is provided in the right central portion of the game area 7, and allows the game ball to pass through when the game ball is shot to the right side of the game area 7, i.e., when the game ball is hit to the right. It's becoming In addition, it is always open upwards to always allow the passage of game balls. Then, when the game ball passes through the gate member 20 and is detected by the gate detection SW 20a, the later-described "passing gate detection processing" is performed, and a protruding member (not shown) provided at the second starting port 22 ``normal symbol winning determination processing'' for determining whether or not to protrude, and after the normal symbol variation time elapses, a ``normal symbol variation game'' for deriving the determination result of the normal symbol winning determination processing is executed. In addition, the gate member 20 may also be provided in the left central portion of the game area 7 .

When the game ball passes through the gate member 20 while the normal symbol variation game based on passage through the gate member 20 is being performed, the execution of the normal symbol variation game based on the passage is suspended. , excluding the normal symbol variation game being executed, a maximum of "4" can be reserved. Specifically, the main RAM 103 is provided with a reserved storage area for the normal symbol variation game, and as shown in FIG. "variation storage area", "first storage area" corresponding to the normal symbol variation game that is performed after the currently varying normal symbol variation game is completed, hereinafter referred to as "second storage area", "third storage area" and a "fourth storage area", and when the currently fluctuating normal symbol variation game finishes the variation, it is stored in the "variation storage area" and in the "first storage area". 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 "third storage area" is transferred to the "second storage area". The determination information (random value) stored in the "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. becomes empty.

The first starting port 21 is provided in the central part of the game area 7, and when the game ball is shot to the left side of the game area 7, so-called "left hitting", the game ball enters. It is possible. In addition, it is always open upwards and always allows game balls to enter. Then, when a game ball enters the first start hole 21 and is detected by the first start hole detection SW 21a, for example, "3" game balls are paid out as prize balls. When the reserved storage area is empty, special symbol hit determination processing is performed, the special symbol and decorative symbol image and the fourth symbol image to be described later are variably displayed, and after the fluctuation time has passed, the special symbol hit determination process is determined. A “symbol variation game” for deriving (determining and displaying) results (special symbols and decorative symbols) is executed.

When a game ball further enters the first start port 21 while the pattern variation game based on the ball entering the first start port 21 is being performed, execution of the symbol variation game based on the entered ball is suspended. A maximum of "4" can be reserved except for the symbol variation game being executed.

Specifically, the main RAM 103 is provided with a reserved storage area for the symbol variation game, and as shown in FIG. area", a "first storage area" corresponding to the symbol variation game to be played after the currently varying symbol variation game is finished, and hereinafter, a "second storage area" and a "third storage area"; It is configured with a "fourth storage area". Then, when the pattern variation game that is currently fluctuating in a state where the determination information (random value) is stored in all of the reserved storage areas is completed, the "variation 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 stored in the " 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. storage area is empty. Although the first starting port 21 is a ball-entering port through which a game ball can enter, it may be configured as a passage area through which a game ball can pass.

A starting port light emitting device 21 a is provided around the first starting port 21 . For example, when a game ball enters the first starting hole 21, the starting hole light emitting device 21a emits light to notify that the ball has entered, or performs a holding prefetch effect when performing a hold prefetch effect to be described later. It is possible to emit light in the same color as the color of the pending icon (or the variable icon) that is the object of the change. As a result, for example, even if the pending icon (or the variable icon) is temporarily hidden (for example, during super reach), the suspended icon (or the variable icon) hidden from the luminescent color of the starting port light emitting device 21a ) can be recognized.

The second starting port 22 is provided in the right central part of the game area 7, and when the game ball is shot to the right side of the game area 7, so-called "right hitting", the game ball enters. It is possible. In addition, unlike the first starting port 21, the second starting port 22 is not always open upward, and in principle does not allow entry of game balls (it is in a "closed" state). That is, the second starting port 22 has a protruding member that can protrude forward, and only when this protruding member protrudes forward ("open" state), the game ball can enter. It becomes possible.

Regarding whether or not to allow the game ball to enter by projecting the protruding member forward, when it is determined that the normal symbol hit is determined in the normal symbol hit determination process, the "opening and closing of the second start port" in FIG. It is possible to open and close in the opening and closing mode indicated by ". Then, when a game ball enters the second start hole 22 and is detected by the second start hole detection SW 22a, for example, "2" game balls are paid out as prize balls. is empty, the symbol variation game is executed.

When a game ball enters the second starting port 22 while the pattern changing game based on the ball entering the second starting port 22 is being performed, execution of the symbol changing game based on the entering ball is suspended. A maximum of "4" can be reserved except for the symbol variation game being executed. Since the specific configuration of the main RAM 103 related to suspension is the same as that of the first start port 21 described above, description thereof will be omitted.

As the second starting opening 22, a protruding member movable in the front-rear direction is used, but a so-called "electric tulip" having movable wing pieces may be used. Further, the second starting port 22 is a ball-entering port through which game balls can enter, but may be configured as a passage area through which game balls can pass.

Further, in the present embodiment, the game ball enters the first starting port 21 and the second starting port 22, the special symbol hit determination process is performed, and the special symbol, the decorative symbol image and the fourth symbol image are variably displayed. Then, after the variation time elapses, the determination result of the special symbol hit determination process (special symbol, decorative symbol image, and fourth symbol image) is derived (confirmed display). , Sometimes simply referred to as "game of 1 variation". Also, the execution of the "symbol variation game" may be referred to as "variation display".

Further, when one game ball enters the first starting port 21, the first special symbol display device 27a and the image display device 26 display "symbol variation" based on the entry of one game ball. "Game" is executed, and when one game ball enters the second starting port 22, the second special symbol display device 27b and the image display device 26 indicate that one game ball has entered. Based on the "symbol variation game" is executed. Therefore, the "symbol variation game" is a generic term for games played on the first special symbol display device 27a and the image display device 26, and also by the second special symbol display device 27b and the image display device 26. It refers to the generic name of the game that is played.

In addition, in the present embodiment, deriving the determination result (special symbol and decorative symbol image and fourth symbol image) of the special symbol hit determination process after the variation time in the symbol variation game has passed means (special symbol and decoration This is called "confirmed display" of the symbol image and the fourth symbol image). "Confirmed display" is a state in which the special symbol, the decorative symbol image and the fourth symbol image are completely stopped. On the other hand, in the symbol variation game, temporarily stopping the decorative symbol image before the variation time elapses is referred to as "temporary stop display" of the decorative symbol image. Examples of the "temporary stop display" include "reach", which will be described later, and "shake fluctuation display" before "fixed display". "Shake fluctuation display" before "fixed display" means, for example, that the decorative pattern image is "temporarily stopped" at "767" or the like, and then "fixedly displayed" at "767", or once " ``Temporary stop display'' for the display of the failure of ``767'', and after performing a reversal effect to derive ``777'', ``777'' is ``confirmed display'', or variable display performed at the branch point. be done.

The normal winning openings 23 are provided in the lower left of the game area 7 with "3" and "1" in the lower right, totaling "4". A game ball can be entered when so-called "left-handed" is performed, and "1" normal winning opening 23 at the lower right is provided when so-called "right-handed" is performed. A game ball can enter. In addition, the normal prize winning opening 23 is always open upward like the first starting opening 21, and always permits entry of game balls. When a game ball enters the normal winning hole 23 and is detected by the normal winning hole detection SW 23a, for example, "8" game balls are paid out as prize balls. In addition, the arrangement position of the normal winning openings 23 can be arbitrarily changed, and the number thereof may be less than "4". Also, the number of prize balls may be different between the "3" normal winning holes 23 on the lower left and the "1" normal winning holes 23 on the lower right.

The big winning opening 24 is provided in the lower right part of the game area 7, and a game ball can be entered when so-called "right-handed hitting" is performed. In addition, the big winning opening 24 has an opening and closing door, and when a winning is determined in the special symbol winning determination process, a winning game is executed, the opening and closing door tilts forward, and the game ball enters. allow. When a game ball enters the big winning hole 24 and is detected by the big winning hole detection SW 24a, for example, "12" game balls are paid out as prize balls.

Here, in the winning game, the opening/closing door of the big winning opening 24 is opened (tilted forward) over the number of rounds (R) shown in FIG. Then, it opens (tilts forward) for 29.5 seconds (S=seconds) per round, and when the entrance of 10 game balls is detected by the big winning hole detection SW 24a before 29.5 seconds have passed, 29 .Even before 5 seconds have elapsed, the opening/closing door will be closed to proceed to the next round, and this will be repeated for the prescribed number of rounds. On the other hand, when 29.5 seconds (so-called "attacker full open") elapses before 10 game balls are detected by the big winning hole detection SW 24a, the opening/closing door is closed to proceed to the next round. Become. In this case, one round game ends without reaching 10 balls, which is the prescribed number of entering balls per round, which is disadvantageous for the player.

In the present embodiment, an opening/closing door that tilts forward is used as the big prize opening 24, but a so-called "electric tulip" may be used, or a "shutter member" that advances and retreats in the front-rear direction may be used. good. Also, the game area 7 may have a plurality of large winning openings.

The image display device 26 has a display area over substantially the entire area, is provided so as to be positioned above the stage 17, and can display a symbol variation game and effect images in the display area. That is, based on the fact that the game ball entered the first starting port 21 or the second starting port 22 and the special symbol hit determination process was performed, the left decorative symbol image 26a, the middle decorative symbol image 26b, and the right decorative symbol image 26a were displayed. The pattern image 26c is varied (vertically scrolled) in the variable display area. In addition, even when the game ball enters the first start port 21 and the game ball enters the second start port 22, the left decorative pattern image 26a, the middle decorative pattern image 26b, and the right decorative pattern image 26a are common. The pattern image 26c is fluctuated (vertically scrolled) in the variable display area (the special pattern display device is different, but the decorative pattern image used in the image display device 26 is common).

Then, the performance image is displayed within the variable time, and when the variable time passes, if the winning is achieved, for example, "7" is stopped in each decorative design image, and the combination of "777" decorative designs is displayed as a fixed display. By letting it run, it is notified that it is a hit. On the other hand, in the case of a loss, for example, the combination of the decorative symbols "765" is displayed as a confirmation to notify that the game is a loss.

Separately from each decorative design image, a fourth design image 26d (the "fourth" design next to the left decorative design image 26a, the middle decorative design image 26b, and the right decorative design image 26c) is displayed on the right side of the display area. It can be displayed in the lower part, and in synchronism with each decorative pattern image, variable display and fixed display are possible. In addition, the image display device 26 displays a first start opening pending number image 26e that displays the number of holdings of the symbol variation game at the first start opening 21 as "0" to "4", and a symbol variation at the second start opening 22. A second starting opening pending number image 26f displaying the number of pending games as ``0'' to ``4'', and a first starting opening displaying the number of pending symbol variation games in the first starting port 21 with a suspended ball image. 1st holding ball image display area 26g, 1st starting opening 2nd holding ball image display area 26h, 1st starting opening 3rd holding ball image display area 26i, 1st starting opening 4th holding ball image display area 26j (Fig. 4, simply indicated as 'g', 'h', 'i', 'j'), the second starting port 1 that displays the number of pending symbol variation games in the second starting port 22 with a pending ball image. A reserved ball image display area 26k, a second starting opening second reserved ball image display area 26l, a second starting opening third reserved ball image display area 26m, a second starting opening fourth reserved ball image display area 26n (in FIG. 4 are simply indicated as "k", "l", "m", and "n"). Also, a variation icon display area 26o (simply indicated as "o" in FIG. 4) for displaying an icon image corresponding to the symbol variation game currently being executed can be displayed.

What is the number of reservations displayed in the first starting opening reserved number image 26e and the number of reservations displayed in the first starting opening first reserved ball image display area 26g to the first starting opening fourth reserved ball image display area 26j? , in principle, synchronized (except when a command error etc. occurs), the number of reservations displayed in the second start opening reservation number image 26f and the second start opening first reservation ball image display area 26k ~ second start opening In principle, it is synchronized with the number of pending balls displayed in the fourth pending ball image display area 26n (except when a command error or the like occurs). For example, when "4" is displayed in the first starting opening reserved number image 26e, "4" is displayed in the first starting opening first reserved ball image display area 26g to the first starting opening fourth reserved ball image display area 26j. is displayed.

The number of reservations displayed as the first starting opening reservation number image 26e and the number of reservations displayed as the second starting opening reservation number image 26f may be hereinafter referred to as "number reservation". In addition, the first starting opening first reserved ball image display area 26g, the first starting opening second reserved ball image display area 26h, the first starting opening third reserved ball image display area 26i, the first starting opening fourth reserved ball image 26 display area j, second starting opening first reserved ball image display area 26k, second starting opening second reserved ball image display area 26l, second starting opening third reserved ball image display area 26m and the reserved ball image displayed in the second starting port fourth reserved ball image display area 26n may be referred to as a "reserved icon" below. Further, the icon image displayed in the variable icon display area 26o may be hereinafter referred to as "the variable icon". Also, the variable icon and the suspended icon may be collectively referred to simply as an "icon".

In addition, the variation icon display area 26o, the first starting opening first reserved ball image display area 26g, the first starting opening second reserved ball image display area 26h, the first starting opening third reserved ball image display area 26i, the first Starting opening fourth reserved ball image display area 26j, second starting opening first reserved ball image display area 26k, second starting opening second reserved ball image display area 26l, second starting opening third reserved ball image display area 26m, Although the second starting port fourth reserved ball image display area 26n is displayed on the image display device 26, it is not limited to this, and may be displayed on an LED, a lamp, or the like. may be displayed on another display device (for example, a second image display device, a so-called "sub-liquid crystal").

The left decorative design image 26a, the middle decorative design image 26b, the right decorative design image 26c, and the fourth design image 26d can display design images from "1" to "8", and are used for the special design hit determination process. If the judgment result is a hit, any combination of symbols "111", "222", "333", "444", "555", "666", "777", and "888" can be displayed. is.

On the other hand, when the determination result of the special symbol hit determination process is a loss, it is possible to display a combination of symbols other than the combination of symbols described above. If it is a loss, in the special symbol variation pattern described later, when a special symbol variation pattern with "reach" is determined, for example, a combination of symbols such as "767" is confirmed and displayed, and a special symbol without "reach" is displayed. When the symbol variation pattern is determined, for example, a combination of symbols such as "765" is definitely displayed.

The combination of symbols confirmed and displayed in the left decorative design image 26a, the middle decorative design image 26b, and the right decorative design image 26c is the same combination of symbols as the combination of symbols confirmed and displayed in the fourth design image 26d. For example, when "777" is confirmed and displayed with the left decorative design image 26a, the middle decorative design image 26b, and the right decorative design image 26c, the fourth design image 26d also confirms and displays "777", and the left decorative design image 26a and the middle decorative design image 26c are displayed. When "767" is fixedly displayed on the decorative design image 26b and the right decorative design image 26c, "767" is also fixedly displayed on the fourth design image 26d.

"Reach" means that the left decorative design image 26a and the right decorative design image 26c are displaying the same number image (temporary stop display), and the middle decorative design image 26b is being variably displayed (temporary stop display). The symbol image to be displayed and the symbol image to be displayed in a variable manner are not limited to this), and in this embodiment, if the determination result of the "special symbol hit determination process" is a win, be sure to go through "reach" Since it is configured as above, it can be said that the player can expect a winning game.

The fourth pattern image 26d may simply display a one-digit number, may display a two-digit number, or may display a symbol or a character, instead of the combination of the above-described patterns. Alternatively, it may be possible to distinguish hits, losses, and types of patterns from differences in luminescent colors.

The pattern display device 27 is provided outside the game area (outside the outer rail member 18), which is an area different from the game area 7 of the game board 6. As shown in FIG. As also shown in FIG. 5, the symbol display device 27 displays a first special symbol that is controlled by the main control board 100 to execute a symbol variation game based on the entry of a game ball into the first starting port 21. A display 27a and a second special symbol display 27b for executing a symbol variation game based on the entry of a game ball into the second starting port 22 are provided. Here, the first special symbol display device 27a and the second special symbol display device 27b are composed of 7-segment display devices. symbol) flashes, and when it comes to the timing of deriving the determination result of the special symbol hit determination process, if it is a loss, "-" (horizontal bar symbol) is displayed (confirmed display), and if it is a hit, for example, " 7” is illuminated (confirmed display). In other words, the “special pattern” refers to a pattern whose display is controlled by the main control board 100 .

In this embodiment, the "special design", the left decorative design image 26a, the middle decorative design image 26b, the right decorative design image 26c, and the fourth design image 26d are simply referred to as "design" or "identification information". Sometimes I say. Also, the left decorative design image 26a, the middle decorative design image 26b, and the right decorative design image 26c managed by the effect control board 200 may simply be referred to as "decorative design". Also, the left decorative design image 26a, the middle decorative design image 26b, the right decorative design image 26c, and the fourth design image 26d managed by the effect control board 200 may be collectively referred to as "sub-designs".

Also, as shown in FIG. 5, the symbol display device 27 is controlled by the main control board 100 to display the number of suspensions of the symbol variation game based on the entry of the game ball into the first starting port 21. A first special symbol suspension display 27c to be displayed and a second special symbol suspension display 27d to display the number of suspensions of the symbol variation game based on the game ball entering the second starting port 22 are provided. ing.

1st special design reservation indicator 27c, and 2nd special design reservation indicator 27d are each configured with two dot LED indicators, "turn off", "turn on", "flashing" by the number of can be displayed. For example, if the number of pending is '0' then both dot LED indicators are 'off', if the number of pending is '1' then one is 'on' and the other is 'off'. If the number of pending is "2", both are "lighted", and if the number of pending is "3", one is "lighted" and the other is "blinking", and the number of pending When it is "4", both are "blinking".

In addition, the first special symbol reservation display 27c includes the number of reservations displayed as the above-described first starting opening reservation number image 26e, and the first starting opening first reserved ball image display area 26g to the first starting opening fourth In principle, in synchronization with the number of reservations displayed in the reservation ball image display area 26j (except when a command error or the like occurs), the second special symbol reservation display 27d is the above-described second start opening reservation number image 26f and the number of holds displayed as the second starting port first held ball image display area 26k to the second starting port fourth held ball image display area 26n are synchronized (command except when an error occurs). For example, when the first special symbol reservation display 27c both "blinks" (when the number of reservations is four), "4" is displayed as the first start opening reservation number image 26e, and the first start opening number "4" held ball images are displayed in the 1 held ball image display area 26g to the first start opening fourth held ball image display area 26j. In the following description, the first special symbol reservation display 27c and the second special symbol reservation display 27d may be referred to as "main reservation display".

In addition, although the 1st special design reservation indicator 27c and the 2nd special design reservation indicator 27d were each constituted by two dot LED indicators, it is not limited to this. For example, a liquid crystal display device whose display is controlled by the main control board 100 may be provided and displayed on the liquid crystal display device.

In addition, as shown in FIG. 5, the symbol display device 27 has a normal symbol display device which is controlled by the main control board 100 to execute a normal symbol variation game based on the passage of the game ball through the gate member 20. 27e is provided. The normal symbol display device 27e is composed of two dot LED display devices, and in the normal symbol variation game, from the start of variation, one is lit and the other is extinguished, one is extinguished and the other is lit. When it comes to the timing of deriving the determination result of the normal symbol hit determination process by repeatedly executing the mode of causing and the mode to cause, and when it comes to the timing of deriving the determination result of the normal symbol hit determination process, a final display is performed by lighting one if it is a loss and turning off the other. is turned off and the other is turned on.

Further, the symbol display device 27 is provided with a normal symbol holding display 27f which is controlled by the main control board 100 and displays the number of suspensions of the normal symbol variation game based on the passage of the game ball through the gate member 20. ing. In addition, the normal design reservation display device 27f, like the above-described first special design reservation display device 27c and the second special design reservation display device 27d, is composed of two dot LED indicators, and the number of reservations Since the display mode of is also the same, detailed description thereof will be omitted.

In addition, the symbol display device 27 is provided with a round indicator 27g which is controlled by the main control board 100 to display the "number of rounds (see FIG. 7)" indicating the number of openings of the big winning opening 24 in the winning game described above. It is The round indicator 27g is composed of "4" dot LED indicators for 5 rounds and 10 rounds, respectively. Then, for example, when the special pattern A wins, the LED display for 10 rounds lights up, and the others go out, and when the special pattern B hits, the LED display for 5 rounds. lights up and the others go out.

In addition, the game board 6 is provided with a plurality of board illumination devices 29 (for example, full-color LEDs). The decorativeness of the game machine 1 is enhanced. For example, the board illumination device 29 can decorate the entire game area 7 of the game board 6, as indicated by reference numeral 29 in FIG. Moreover, in order to make the display contents of the image display device 26 stand out, all the panel illumination devices 29 can be turned off. Further, the predetermined light emission pattern is composed of a plurality of light emission patterns that define the light emission speed, the color of light emitted, the LEDs that emit light and the LEDs that do not emit light, and the like.

Also, on the right side of the image display device 26 (so-called "center accessory"), a first special symbol sub-reserving display 29a and a second special symbol sub-reserving display 29b as one aspect of the board lighting device 29 are provided. and a right-handed indicator 29c. The first special symbol sub-reserving display device 29a and the second special symbol sub-reserving display device 29b are display-controlled by the effect control board 200, and each consist of two dot LED displays. It is possible to display the number of pending by "lighting" and "blinking". For example, if the number of pending is '0' then both dot LED indicators are 'off', if the number of pending is '1' then one is 'on' and the other is 'off'. If the number of pending is "2", both are "lighted", and if the number of pending is "3", one is "lighted" and the other is "blinking", and the number of pending When it is "4", both are "blinking".

In addition, the first special symbol sub-holding display 29a includes the number of holdings displayed as the first starting opening holding number image 26e, and the first starting opening first holding ball image display area 26g to the first starting opening fourth holding. In principle, the number of reservations displayed in the sphere image display area 26j is synchronized (except when a command error or the like occurs), and the second special symbol sub-reservation display 29b is the second starting port reservation number image 26f. In principle, the number of reservations displayed is synchronized with the number of reservations displayed as the second starting opening first reserved ball image display area 26k to the second starting opening fourth reserved ball image display area 26n (command error, etc. (unless it occurs). For example, when both the first special symbol sub-reservation display 29a "blinks" (when the number of reservations is four), "4" is displayed as the first start opening reservation number image 26e, and the first start opening "4" held ball images are displayed in the first held ball image display area 26g to the first start port fourth held ball image display area 26j. In the following, the first special symbol sub-suspension display 29a and the second special symbol sub-suspension display 29b may be referred to as "sub-suspension display".

Although the first special symbol sub-reserving display device 29a and the second special symbol sub-reserving display device 29b are each configured with two dot LED displays, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the image may be displayed on a display device other than the image display device 26 (for example, a second image display device, a so-called "sub-liquid crystal").

The right-handed display 29c is display-controlled by the effect control board 200, for example, it lights up based on the reception of the opening command in the winning game, for example, the game state designation command (probability variable), the game state designation command (time saving A, B) is received, and the light is turned on. As a result, the player can be urged to hit to the right. On the other hand, in the normal game state, it is turned off (turned off based on the reception of the game state designation command (normal)), thereby prompting the player to hit left. The right-handed display 29c is extinguished so as to urge the player to play left-handed. It is also possible to encourage the player to hit left.

Next, based on FIG. 5, the internal configuration (block diagram of the control system) of the pachinko gaming machine 1 will be described. It should be noted that the description of the configuration of the game board 6 in FIG. 4 will be omitted as appropriate.

The pachinko game machine 1 has a main control board 100, an effect control board 200, a payout control board 300, and a power supply board 400 on the rear side of the middle frame 3. The main control board 100 and the production control board 200 are connected to each other through a harness or the like (not shown) so that only one-way communication from the main control board 100 to the production control board 200 is possible. ing. Also, the main control board 100 and the payout control board 300 are connected via a harness or the like so as to enable two-way communication. Also, the payout control board 300 is connected to the effect control board 200 so that only one-way communication is possible. In addition, the power supply board 400 receives supply of external power via a power plug (not shown), and sends the supplied external power to any of the main control board 100, the effect control board 200, and the payout control board 300. It is connected so that it can be supplied

In addition, the main control board 100 is connected via a harness, a relay board, etc., so that inputs from various switches can be made possible, and controls display of various displays and drive control of various solenoids. As possible, they are connected via harnesses, relay boards, or the like. In addition, the production control board 200 is connected via a harness, a relay board, etc. so that input from various SW is possible, and a harness or They are connected via a relay board or the like.

The main control board 100 includes a main CPU 101 that performs control processing related to the progress of the game, a main ROM 102 that stores a control program necessary for the control processing related to the progress of the game, and a main ROM 102 that stores a control program necessary for the control processing related to the progress of the game. A main RAM 103 is provided, which is readable and writable. Although not shown, it also includes an interrupt controller circuit that gives an interrupt signal to the main CPU 101, a hard random number generation circuit that generates random numbers within a certain range, and the like. It should be noted that control processing relating to the progress of the game in the main CPU 101 will be described in detail later with reference to flowcharts.

Further, the main RAM 103 is provided with a storage area (not shown) for managing various information. For example, a set value storage area for storing set value information, a special symbol state flag storage area for storing a special symbol state, a game state storage area for storing a game state, a winning state storage area for storing a state in a winning game, A normal design state flag storage area for storing the state of the normal design, and a normal design per state storage area for storing the state in the normal per design game.

The main RAM 103 is also provided with a counter (see FIG. 10) for managing various information (time and number of times). For example, the normal game state, the game number counter for activating the time saving game state B for counting (counting and storing) the number of times the symbol variation game was played in the time saving game state A, the symbol variation game in the time saving game state (A, B) Time-saving game state game number counter for counting (counting and storing) the number of times played, probability variable game state game number counter for counting (counting and storing) the number of times pattern variation games were played in the probability variable game state, various A time management counter for managing time and a round number counter for managing the number of rounds in a winning game can be mentioned.

In addition, the game number counter for activating the time saving game state B starts counting from the start of the time saving game state A after the end of the winning game, and even if the time saving game state A ends and shifts to the normal game state, the counter value It is supposed to be taken over. For example, the counter value is "0" at the start of the time-saving game state A after the end of the winning game, and the counter value is "100" when the time-saving game state A ends and shifts to the normal game state. . Then, when the counter value is determined to be "898 (time-saving game state 100 + normal game state 798)" in step S105-4-11-8 of the game state-specific processing described later, the processing is affirmed. .

The number-of-games counter for activating the time-saving gaming state B may count the number of games only in the normal gaming state. That is, when the time-saving game state A ends and shifts to the normal game state, the counter value is "0", and the counter value is "798 ( If it is determined that the normal game state 798)”, the process may be affirmed.

The gate detection SW 20 a is provided inside the passage opening 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 . In other words, the gate detection SW 20a and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, etc., 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 (main CPU 101) that has input the detected information does not execute the normal symbol variation game in the normal symbol reservation display 27f, and the variation storage area for normal symbols to the fourth storage area. If the determination information (random value) is not stored in any of them, control is performed immediately to execute the normal symbol variation game. , the execution of the normal pattern variation game is suspended, and when determination information (random number value) is stored up to the fourth storage area, the execution of the normal symbol variation game is not suspended.

The first starting opening detection SW21a is provided inside the winning opening of the first starting opening 21 of the game board 6, and is a SW for detecting that a game ball has entered the first starting opening 21. That is, the first starting hole detection SW21a and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and when a game ball is detected to enter, the detected information is input to the main control board 100. will be Then, the main control board 100 (main CPU 101), which has received the detected information, causes the payout control board 300 to pay out three game balls as prize balls due to the game balls entering the first starting port 21. process.

Further, when an input is made from the first starting port detection SW 21a, the main control board 100 does not execute the symbol variation game on either the first special symbol display device 27a or the second special symbol display device 27b. , If the determination information (random value) is not stored in any of the variation storage area to the fourth storage area for the special symbol (first start port), immediately, the symbol variation in the first special symbol display 27a Control to execute the game, for example, if the determination information (random value) is stored up to the third storage area, control to suspend the execution of the symbol variation game, the determination information up to the fourth storage area ( random number) is stored, the execution of the symbol variation game is not suspended.

The second starting opening detection SW22a is provided inside the winning opening of the second starting opening 22, and is a SW for detecting that a game ball has entered the second starting opening 22. That is, the second starting hole detection SW22a and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and when a game ball is detected to enter, the detected information is input to the main control board 100. will be Then, the main control board 100 (main CPU 101), which has received the detected information, causes the payout control board 300 to pay out two game balls as prize balls due to the game balls entering the second starting port 22. process.

Further, the main control board 100 (main CPU 101) executes the symbol variation game on both the first special symbol display device 27a and the second special symbol display device 27b when an input is made from the second starting port detection SW 22a. If the determination information (random value) is not stored in any of the variation storage area to the fourth storage area for the special symbol (second start port), immediately, the second special symbol display device In 27b, control is performed to execute the symbol variation game. For example, when determination information (random number value) is stored up to the third storage area, control is performed to suspend the execution of the symbol variation game, and the fourth storage area. If the determination information (random number value) is stored up to, control is performed so as not to suspend the execution of the symbol variation game.

The second starting port opening/closing solenoid 22b is provided behind the second starting port 22, and is a solenoid for causing the projecting member provided in the above-described second starting port 22 to perform an opening/closing operation. That is, the second start opening opening/closing solenoid 22b and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, etc. When the determination is made, the second starting port opening/closing solenoid 22b is drive-controlled so as to open and close in the opening/closing mode indicated by "opening/closing of the second starting port" in FIG.

The normal winning hole detection SW23a is provided inside the winning hole of the normal winning hole 23 of the game board 6, and is a SW for detecting that a game ball has entered the normal winning hole 23. In other words, the normal winning hole detection SW 23a and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, etc., and the detected information is input to the main control board 100 when a game ball is detected to enter. will be Then, the main control board 100 (main CPU 101), which receives the detected information, causes the payout control board 300 to pay out 8 game balls as prize balls due to the game balls entering the normal winning hole 23. process.

The big winning hole detection SW 24 a is provided inside the big winning hole 24 and is a SW for detecting that a game ball has entered the big winning hole 24 . In other words, the big winning hole detection SW 24a and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, etc., and the detected information is input to the main control board 100 when a game ball is detected to enter. will be Then, the main control board 100 (main CPU 101), which receives the detected information, causes the payout control board 300 to pay out 12 game balls as prize balls due to the game balls entering the big winning hole 24. process. In addition, the main control board 100 (main CPU 101 ) transmits to the effect control board 200 a special prize winning command indicating that a game ball has entered the special prize opening 24 . As a result, the effect control board 200 can also recognize the entry state of the game ball into the big winning opening 24 .

The large winning opening opening/closing solenoid 24b is provided behind or to the side of the large winning opening 24, and is a solenoid for opening and closing the opening/closing door provided in the large winning opening 24 described above. That is, the main control board 100 and the large winning opening opening/closing solenoid 24b are connected via a harness, a relay board, etc., and the main control board 100 (main CPU 101) opens and closes over the number of rounds shown in FIG. In order to open and close the door, the big winning opening opening/closing solenoid 24b is driven and controlled.

The out port detection SW 25 a is provided inside the entrance of the out port 25 and is a SW for detecting that a game ball has entered the out port 25 . In other words, the outlet detection SW 25a and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the detected information is input to the main control board 100 when an entry of a game ball is detected. It will be. Thereby, the out number can be grasped in the main control board 100 .

The first special symbol display device 27a is provided in the symbol display device 27, is display-controlled by the main control board 100, and is used to execute a symbol variation game based on the entry of a game ball into the first starting port 21. is an indicator of That is, the first special symbol display 27a and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the main control board 100 (main CPU 101) controls the symbol variation on the first special symbol display 27a. When the game execution condition is established, the display of the symbol variation game is controlled on the first special symbol display device 27a. It should be noted that the fulfillment of the symbol variation game execution condition on the first special symbol display device 27a means that affirmative determination is made in the processing of step S105-2-4 in the later-described "special symbol variation start processing" (see FIG. 20). case applies.

The second special symbol display device 27b is provided in the symbol display device 27, is display-controlled by the main control board 100, and is used to execute a symbol variation game based on the entry of a game ball into the second starting port 22. is an indicator of That is, the second special symbol display 27b and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, etc., and the main control board 100 (main CPU 101) controls the symbol fluctuation on the second special symbol display 27b. When the game execution condition is established, the display of the symbol variation game is controlled on the second special symbol display 27b. It should be noted that the fulfillment of the execution condition of the symbol variation game on the second special symbol display 27b means that the affirmative determination is made in the process of step S105-2-1 in the "special symbol variation start process" (see FIG. 20). Applicable.

The first special symbol suspension display 27c is provided in the symbol display device 27, and is display-controlled by the main control board 100 to indicate suspension of the symbol variation game based on the entry of the game ball into the first start port 21. A display for displaying numbers. That is, the first special symbol holding display 27c and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, etc., and the main control board 100 detects the game ball from the first starting opening detection SW21a. , the display control of the first special symbol reservation indicator 27c is performed (turned off to light or turned on to flash) when the upper limit value (four pieces) of the hold is not reached. On the other hand, when the symbol variation game based on the game ball entering the currently varying first start port 21 is completed, the display control of the first special symbol reservation indicator 27c is performed (from blinking to lighting, or from lighting to extinguished). cause).

The second special symbol suspension display 27d is provided in the symbol display device 27, and is display-controlled by the main control board 100 to indicate suspension of the symbol variation game based on the entry of the game ball into the second starting port 22. A display for displaying numbers. That is, the second special symbol holding display 27d and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, etc., and the main control board 100 detects the game ball from the second starting opening detection SW 22a. is input, when the upper limit value (four pieces) of the reservation is not reached, the second special symbol reservation indicator 27d is displayed and controlled (turned off to light, or lighted to blink). On the other hand, when the symbol variation game based on the game ball entering the currently varying second starting port 22 ends, the second special symbol holding display 27d is displayed and controlled (from flashing to lighting, or from lighting to extinguished). cause).

The normal symbol display 27e is provided in the symbol display device 27, and is a display for executing a normal symbol variation game whose display is controlled by the main control board 100. FIG. That is, the normal symbol display 27e and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, etc., and the main control board 100 (main CPU 101) executes the normal symbol variation game on the normal symbol display 27e. When the condition is satisfied, the normal symbol variation game is displayed and controlled on the normal symbol display 27e.

The normal symbol suspension display 27f is provided in the symbol display device 27, is display-controlled by the main control board 100, and displays the number of suspensions of the normal symbol variation game based on the game ball passing through the gate member 20. It is a display for In other words, the normal symbol holding display 27f and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, etc., and the main control board 100 (main CPU 101) receives the information that the game ball is detected from the gate detection SW 20a. When inputting, when the upper limit value (four pieces) of the reservation is not reached, the display of the normal design reservation indicator 27f is controlled (lighted from light or blinked from light). On the other hand, when the currently fluctuating normal symbol variation game ends, the display of the normal symbol reservation display 27f is controlled (from flashing to lighting or from lighting to extinguished).

The round display device 27g is provided in the pattern display device 27, is display-controlled by the main control board 100, and is a display device for displaying the number of openings of the big winning opening 24 in the winning game described above. In other words, the round indicator 27g and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, etc. For example, when the symbol variation game determined as winning in the special symbol winning determination process ends, the first special symbol At the timing of displaying a special symbol (for example, "7") indicating a win on the display 27a, the lighting of the LED indicator of the number of rounds corresponding to the determined winning game is controlled. When the winning game is being executed, the round indicator 27g is continuously controlled to turn on, and when the winning game ends, the round indicator 27g is controlled to go out.

The magnetic sensors 27h are provided at a plurality of locations on the game board 6 and are sensors for detecting magnetism. That is, the magnetic sensor 27h and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like. It will be input to the control board 100 . Thereby, in the main control board 100, abnormal magnetism can be detected. Then, when the abnormal magnetism is detected, the information indicating the detection of the abnormal magnetism (magnetism abnormality error designation command) is transmitted to the effect control board 200 . Thereby, it is possible to notify that an abnormal magnetism has been detected.

The radio wave sensors 27i are provided at a plurality of locations on the game board 6 and are sensors for detecting radio waves. That is, the radio wave sensor 27i and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like. It will be input to the control board 100 . As a result, abnormal radio waves can be detected in the main control board 100 . Then, when an abnormal radio wave is detected, the information indicating the detection of the abnormal radio wave (error designation command for radio wave abnormality) is transmitted to the effect control board 200 . This makes it possible to notify that an abnormal radio wave has been detected.

The production control board 200 is provided with a production control unit 200a. It has a sub RAM 203 capable of reading and writing required in the performance control process. In addition, an image/sound control unit 200b connected to the performance control unit 200a via a harness or the like so as to enable two-way communication is provided. a sound ROM 205 for storing sound data; a CGROM 206 for storing image data; and a VRAM 207 having a frame buffer for storing image generation data and the like. Further, there is provided a light emission drive control section 200c which is connected to the production control section 200a via a harness or the like so as to enable two-way communication. a light emission drive CPU 208 that performs light emission control processing, a light emission drive ROM 209 that stores a control program necessary for the light emission control processing and the drive control processing, and a light emission drive RAM 210 that is capable of reading and writing necessary for the light emission control processing and the drive control processing. have.

Further, the effect control section 200a is connected so that operation information from the effect button detection SW 14a, operation information from the effect lever detection SW 15a, and operation information from the cross key detection SW 16a can be input.

The effect button detection SW 14a is provided in 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, etc., and information indicating that the effect button 14 has been pressed is input to the effect control board 200. there is Then, the effect control board 200 that receives the information indicating that the effect button 14 has been pressed controls the effect corresponding to the depression of the effect button 14 via the image display device 26 and the speaker 10 . Here, for the effect button 14, for example, in a symbol variation game, an operation valid period is set for a predetermined time, and the effect button detection SW 14a detects only depression when the operation valid period is set.

The production lever detection SW 15a is provided in the production lever 15, and is a SW for detecting that the production lever 15 is operated by the player when the production lever 15 is in the operation valid period. That is, the production lever detection SW 15a and the production control board 200 are connected via a harness, a relay board, etc., and information indicating that the production lever 15 is operated is input to the production control board 200. there is Then, the effect control board 200 that receives the information indicating that the effect lever 15 has been operated controls the effect corresponding to the operation of the effect lever 15 via the image display device 26 and the speaker 10 . Here, for the effect lever 15, for example, in a symbol variation game, an operation valid period is set for a predetermined period of time, and the effect lever detection SW 15a detects only operations when the operation valid period is set.

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 has been 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, etc., and information indicating that the cross key button 16 has been operated is input to the effect control board 200. ing.

As described above, by operating the cross key button 16, it is possible to adjust the amount of light emitted from the light emitting device 9, the amount of light emitted from the image display device 26, and the volume emitted from the speaker 10. Specifically, when the up button of the cross key button 16 is pressed, the amount of light can be increased (stepwise), and when the down button of the cross key button 16 is pressed, the amount of light can be decreased (step by step). When the right button of the cross key button 16 is pressed, the volume can be increased (stepwise), and when the left button of the cross key button 16 is pressed, 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 further divided into five stages. In addition, the volume may be set in three stages of "high", "medium", and "low", or may be set in five subdivided stages. Further, the image display device 26 may display a level gauge image indicating the degree of adjustment of the amount of light and the sound volume, and the speaker 10 may emit an adjustment sound according to the level. For example, when configuring the degree of volume adjustment in five stages, the adjustment sound corresponding to the lowest volume value level 1 is "do", and the adjustment sound corresponding to volume value level 2 is "re♪". The adjustment sound corresponding to level 3 may be "mi♪", the adjustment sound corresponding to volume value level 4 may be "fa♪", and the adjustment sound corresponding to maximum volume value level 5 may be "so♪". Note that the adjustment sound may be output with a volume value corresponding to the volume value level. For example, "re♪" may be output with a louder volume value than "do♪".

It should be noted that the level gauge image may be displayed in a manner that matches the level of the amount of light or the volume, or may be displayed in a constant manner regardless of the level of the amount of light or the volume. Specifically, the display mode in accordance with the amount of light and the volume level is, for example, the size (display area) of the level gauge image indicating the volume level 1, and the volume level 2, which is larger than the volume level 1. It is assumed that the size (display area) of the level gauge image indicating is displayed to be large. On the other hand, the constant display mode regardless of the amount of light or the volume level is assumed to be a display in which the size (display area) of the level gauge image does not change whether the volume level is 1 or 2.

It should be noted that the adjustment sound corresponding to the volume value level may emit a sound such as "beep♪" at any level, and the volume value may be varied for each step. Specifically, when the volume level is 1, a sound "beep" is emitted at a volume value corresponding to the volume level 1, and when the volume level is 2, a volume value corresponding to the volume level 2 (more than the volume level 1) It is assumed that the sound "beep" is emitted at a large volume value).

In this embodiment, the adjustment of the amount of light and the adjustment of the sound volume can be performed when the symbol variation game is not being played. good. In this case, it is preferable to adjust by not displaying the level gauge image and emitting the adjustment sound, or by displaying it in a small size and outputting the adjustment sound at a low volume. By doing so, it is possible to prevent the effect image and the effect sound corresponding to the symbol variation game from being hindered by the level gauge image and the adjustment sound.

Also, it may be possible to adjust the amount of light and the sound volume during execution of the winning game. In this case, the display control of the level gauge image and the output control of the adjustment sound may be performed in the same manner as the above-described case where the light amount adjustment and the sound volume adjustment are performed when the symbol variation game is not performed. In addition, display control of the level gauge image and output control of the adjustment sound may be performed in the same manner as the adjustment of the amount of light and the adjustment of the sound volume during the symbol variation game.

Although the above-described level gauge image is displayed on the image display device 26, if a display device other than the image display device 26 is provided, the image may be displayed on the other display device. By doing so, it is possible to prevent the display content displayed on the image display device 26 from being obstructed by the display of the level gauge image.

When the light amount is adjusted, the level gauge image may be displayed, but the adjustment sound may not be output.

An image display device 26 is connected to the image/sound control unit 200b so that image information generated by the image/sound control unit 200b can be displayed. A speaker 10 is connected to the image/sound control unit 200b so that sound information generated by the image/sound control unit 200b can be output.

The speaker 10 can output music (BGM), voice, and sound effects. For example, when information indicating the closed state is not input from the frame open detection SW 3a, which will be described later, a notification sound is output to indicate that the middle frame 3 is in the open state. That is, the speaker 10 and the image/sound control unit 200b are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the sound described above is output from the speaker 10 under the control of the image/sound control unit 200b.

The light emission drive control section 200c is also connected to the light emission device 9, the starting port light emission device 21a, and the board illumination device 29, so that light emission can be controlled by the light emission drive control section 200c. A board drive device 30 is connected to the light emission drive control section 200c, and the movable body 28 can be driven and controlled via the board drive device 30. FIG.

The movable body 28 is provided on the game board 6 and is capable of actions such as "falling", "rocking", and "rotating". By performing these actions, it suggests the possibility that a winning game will be awarded.

Further, when the movable body 28 receives the power-related subcommand, it confirms whether the above-described "dropping", "swinging", "rotating", etc. operations are performed normally in front of the display area of the image display device 26. It is designed to perform the initial operation for In the initial operation, the movable body 28 moves to the front of the display area of the image display device 26, so that the display content displayed in the display area becomes difficult to see for a certain period of time due to the movable body 28. FIG. In addition, even if the display content displayed in the display area becomes difficult to see due to the initial operation, other members (for example, the starting port light emitting device 21a, the first special symbol holding display 27c, the second special symbol holding display 27d, board illumination device 29, etc.) will not become difficult to see due to the initial movement of the movable body 28.

Although not shown, it also includes an interrupt controller circuit that gives an interrupt signal to the sub CPU 201, a hard random number generation circuit that generates random numbers within a certain range, and the like.

The payout control board 300 includes a payout CPU 301 that performs payout control processing, a payout ROM 302 that stores a control program necessary for the payout control processing, and a payout RAM 303 that is capable of reading and writing necessary for the payout control processing. ing. A payout device 304 is connected to the payout control board 300 via a harness or the like. By controlling the payout device 304, game balls are paid out to the upper tray 5a.

Specifically, in the main control board 100, for example, when the information that the game ball is detected from the first start hole detection SW21a is input, payout control from the main control board 100 so as to pay out three prize balls A payout command signal is transmitted to the board 300, and the payout control board 300 receiving this controls the payout device 304 to pay out three prize balls to the upper tray 5a. When the payout of the three prize balls is completed, a 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 inputted from the first start hole detection SW21a. Complete the payout of game balls for

Also, the discharge control board 300 is connected to the firing handle 8 via a harness or the like, and the firing handle 8 is gripped when the player touches the above-described handle touch sensor provided on the firing handle 8. The amount of rotation of the firing handle 8 is input according to the amount of the firing volume (not shown) provided on the firing handle 8 .

Also, the payout control board 300 is connected to a launcher 305 via a harness or the like, and by controlling the launcher 305 , game balls are launched into the game area 7 . Specifically, the payout control board 300 receives information that the player is gripping the shooting handle 8 from the shooting handle 8 and inputting the amount of rotation of the shooting handle 8 , and the shooting corresponding to the amount of rotation of the shooting handle 8 . The intensity controls the shooting device 305 to shoot the game ball.

Although not shown in FIG. 5, the payout control board 300 is connected 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 lending ball button 12 (for example, 125 balls) is increased. is dispensed to the upper tray 5a.

The frame open detection SW3a is provided on the middle frame 3, and is used when the glass frame 4 is opened, when the glass frame 4 and the middle frame 3 are opened, or when the middle frame 3 is opened. It is possible to detect the "open" state, such as, and to detect the "closed" state when the glass frame 4 and the middle frame 3 are closed. In other words, the frame open detection SW 3a and the payout control board 300 are connected via a harness, a relay board, etc., and information indicating the closed state is input to the payout control board 300 in the above-described "closed" state. will be On the other hand, when it is in the above-described "open" state, the information indicating the above-described closed state is not input to the payout control board 300, and by not inputting, the payout control board 300 (payout CPU 301) is in the above-described "open" state. can be detected to be in Note that the payout control board 300 (payout CPU 301) can transmit information detected to be in the "closed" state and information detected to be in the "open" state to the effect control board 200.

Between the upper receiving tray 5a and the lower receiving tray 5b, a passage is formed for guiding game balls that cannot be stored in the upper receiving tray 5a to the lower receiving tray 5b, and a full tank detection SW 300a is provided in the passage. there is When the game balls guided to the lower receiving tray 5b are stored without being discharged (to the outside of the game machine), the game balls stop in the aisle, and when a predetermined amount of game balls stop, the full tank detection SW 300a turns ON. . As a result, it is possible to detect that the lower receiving tray 5b is also full of game balls. When the full tank detection SW 300a is turned on, the payout CPU 301 stops the game ball payout by the payout device 304, and transmits information indicating that the full tank detection SW 300a is on to the effect control board 200. there is As a result, in the effect control board 200, it is possible to perform notification prompting discharge of the game balls stored in the lower receiving tray 5b.

The main control board 100, the performance control board 200, and the payout control board 300 are connected to the power supply board 400 via harnesses or the like, and as described above, external power is supplied via a power plug (not shown). In response, the supplied external power is supplied to any of the main control board 100, the performance 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 volts) to DC 24 volts.

Next, the special symbol hit determination table and the normal symbol hit determination table will be described with reference to FIG. The special symbol hit determination table shown in FIG. 6A is stored in the main ROM 102 . Here, in the present embodiment, six levels of setting values can be set, and FIG. 6A shows an example of a special symbol hit determination table for setting value 1, and description of other setting values is omitted. are doing. For example, when 1 is set as the set value, the main CPU 101 refers to the special symbol hit determination table for the set value 1 shown in (A) to perform the special symbol hit determination process, and 6 is set as the set value. When it is set, the special symbol winning determination process is performed with reference to a special symbol winning determination table for set value 6 (not shown). In addition, common to the first start port and the second start port means that even if the game ball enters the first start port 21, even if the game ball enters the second start port 22, the special symbol to be referred to It shows that the decision table is common. Note that the set value is not limited to "6" stages, and can be set arbitrarily. For example, "4" stages or "2" stages may be used.

Alternatively, the machine may be provided with only the special symbol hit determination table shown in FIG. 6(A) without providing the setting value (it may be a machine without setting).
Also, although setting values are provided, only the special symbol hit determination table of FIG. 6(A) may be provided. In other words, there is no problem even if the game machine has only one level of set values, and the contents of the main control board main processing shown in FIG. Also, even if only one stage of setting values is provided, there is no problem even if the setting value change processing shown in FIG. 14 and the setting value confirmation processing shown in FIG. 15 are performed. In this way, processing and the like can be shared between a game machine with multiple stages of setting values (setting-equipped machine) and a gaming machine with only one-level setting value (substantially, a setting-uninstalled machine). It can reduce developer effort.
Also, when only one level of set values is provided, there is no problem in using the same main control board 100 as that of the game machine with multiple levels of set values (hardware may also be shared). In this way, members can also be shared, so costs can be reduced.

In the special symbol hit determination table of FIG. 6 (A), when the game state is the normal game state and when it is the time saving game state A, B, the probability that it is determined to be a hit in the special symbol hit determination process. is "1/319", the probability that it is determined to be lost is "318/319", and when the game state is a variable game state, the probability that it is determined to be a hit in the special symbol hit determination process With "1/32", the probability of being judged to be lost is "31/32". That is, when the gaming state is the probability variation gaming state, the probability of being determined to be hit varies about 10 times than the normal gaming state or the time saving gaming state A, B, so the probability variation gaming state is the normal gaming state It can be said that this game state is more advantageous for the player than the time-saving game states A and B.

In addition, in the special symbol hit determination table for the set value "6" (not shown), when the game state is the normal game state and when it is the time-saving game state A, B, hit in the special symbol hit determination process The probability of being determined is "1/280", the probability of being determined to be lost is "279/280", and when the game state is a probability variable game state, the special symbol hit determination process The probability of being judged is "1/28", and the probability of being judged to be unsuccessful is "27/28". In this way, by enabling different hit probabilities to be set for each set value, it becomes easier for the amusement arcade to manage the put-out balls.

In addition, in the time-saving gaming states A and B and the variable probability gaming state, as shown in FIG. 6 (B) and FIG. Since it is easy to win and an advantageous opening/closing mode is selected as the opening/closing mode of the protruding member of the second starting port 22 when winning a normal figure, the variable probability game state is the most advantageous game state for the player. Next, the time-saving game states A and B are game states advantageous to the player, and the normal game state is the most disadvantageous game state for the player. In addition, as shown in FIG. 8, the upper limit of the time saving game state A is 100 times, and the upper limit of the time saving game state B is 1212 times. It is an advantageous playing state for

In addition, in this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 4, the gate member 20 is provided on the right side of the game area 7, and is not provided on the left side of the game area 7. As shown in FIG. If, in the normal game state, the game ball is hit to the right and the game ball is passed through the gate member 20, as shown in FIG. The protruding member can be opened, but since the opening time is "0.9 s", it is difficult to enter the game ball into the second start hole 22, and most of the game balls that are hit out the out hole 25. will pass through. Therefore, in the normal game state, hitting to the left and entering the game ball into the first start hole 21 is the optimum game for the player. Therefore, when the gate detection SW 20a detects a game ball in the normal game state, a left-handed notification is given to prompt the player to play an optimum game.

In the following, the normal gaming state and the time-saving gaming states A and B may be collectively referred to as low probability states, and the variable probability gaming states may be referred to as high probability states. In addition, the normal gaming state is sometimes referred to as non-variable or short-variable state, and the probability variable gaming state and time-saving gaming states A and B are collectively referred to as variable-shortening or variable-shortening state. , It may be said that the ball entry rate is improved.

Next, the normal symbol hit determination table of FIG. 6B is stored in the main ROM 102 . Then, when the game state is the normal game state, the probability that it is determined to be a normal pattern hit in the normal symbol hit determination process is "4/256", and the probability that it is determined to be a normal pattern loss is "252/256". And, when it is a time-saving gaming state A, B, and when it is a probability variation gaming state, the probability that it is determined to be a normal pattern hit in the normal pattern hit determination process is "251/256", and the normal pattern The probability of being judged as losing is "5/256". Therefore, in the case of the time-saving game state A, B and the variable probability game state, it is easier to determine that the normal pattern hit is determined by the normal symbol hit determination process, and the game is advantageous for the player. It can be said that it is a state. In addition, although the set value is not provided in the normal symbol hit determination table (the set value is common), the set value may be provided in the same manner as the special symbol hit determination table. For example, the set value "6" may be easier to hit the normal pattern in the normal pattern hit determination than the set value "1". In addition, in the normal game state, the probability of being determined to be a normal pattern hit in the normal pattern winning determination process was set to "4/256", and the probability of being determined to be a normal pattern loss was set to "252/256". It is good also as "256/256" not only in this but the probability determined as normal figure loss.

Next, the special symbol determination table and the normal symbol determination table will be described with reference to FIG. First, the special symbol determination table of FIG. 7(A) is a result of the special symbol hit determination processing being performed based on the game ball entering the first start port 21, and is a hit and a loss. (1) The table for the first start port 21 and the game ball entered the second start port 22, which is referred to when determining the special symbol to be confirmed and displayed on the first special symbol display device 27a. As a result of the special symbol hit determination processing being performed based on, it is referred to when determining the special symbol to be confirmed and displayed on the second special symbol display device 27b depending on whether it is a hit or a loss (2) A table for the second starting port 22 and a table for the second starting port 22 are stored in the main ROM 102 . Then, the main CPU 101 refers to the table corresponding to the starting hole into which the game ball entered, and determines the special symbol based on the determination result of the special symbol winning determination process.

In the special symbol determination table of (1) in FIG. 7A, when the result of the special symbol winning determination processing is a winning, the main CPU 101 selects "special symbol A", "special symbol B", " Any one of the special symbols is determined from among the special symbols C'. Specifically, when the game ball enters the first starting port 21, a random number for special symbol determination is acquired, and any special symbol is determined by referring to the acquired random number for special symbol determination. . For example, if the obtained random number for determining the special symbol is "0 to 9", "special symbol A" is determined, and if the random number for determining the acquired special symbol is "10 to 64", "special symbol B" is determined. is determined, and if the acquired random number for special symbol determination is "65 to 99", "special symbol C" is determined. Then, when the special symbols are determined, the "number of rounds" and the "game state after winning" are uniquely determined. When the "special symbol A" is determined, 10 rounds are given as the "number of rounds", and a probability variation game state is given as the "game state after winning". In addition, when "special symbol B" is determined, 5 rounds are provided as the "number of rounds", and a variable probability game state is provided as the "game state after winning". Further, when the "special symbol C" is determined, 10 rounds are given as the "number of rounds", and the time-saving game state A is given as the "game state after winning". On the other hand, if the result of the special symbol win determination process is a loss, the main CPU 101 determines a "special symbol D", and the "special symbol D" contains the "number of rounds" and the "game state after winning". ” is not defined, a winning game is not provided.

In addition, in the special symbol determination table of (2) in FIG. 7A, when the result of the special symbol winning determination processing is a winning, the main CPU 101 determines "special symbol E", "special symbol F". , determine one of the special symbols. A specific determination method is the same as (1) in FIG. Then, for example, if the acquired random number for determining the special symbol is "0 to 64", "special symbol E" is determined, and if the random number for determining the acquired special symbol is "65 to 99", "special symbol Determine F. When the "special symbol E" is determined, 10 rounds are given as the "number of rounds", and a probability variation game state is given as the "game state after winning". Further, when the "special symbol F" is determined, 10 rounds are given as the "number of rounds", and the time-saving game state A is given as the "game state after winning". On the other hand, if the result of the special symbol win determination processing is a loss, the main CPU 101 determines "special symbol G".

Thus, the rate at which the probability variation gaming state is given is the first start port 21 "65%", the second start port 22 is also "65%", so the rate of entering the probability variation gaming state , there is no difference between the first starting port 21 and the second starting port 22 . On the other hand, as for the "number of rounds", 10 rounds are always given to the second start port 22, and 5 rounds are never given, so a winning game is given based on the ball entering the first start port 21. It can be said that giving a winning game based on the entry of the ball into the second starting port 22 is more advantageous for the player. In this embodiment, no set value is provided in the special symbol determination table, but a set value may be provided. For example, when the set value is "1" and when the set value is "6", the determination ratio of the special symbol may be different. In that case, the rate of entry into the variable probability gaming state is common for all set values, but the "number of rounds" may be set differently for each set value. For example, the number of advantageous rounds may be more likely to be given when the set value is "6", or the number of more advantageous rounds may be more likely to be given when the set value is "1".

Thus, it is more advantageous for the player to be awarded a winning game based on the ball entering the second starting hole 22 than to be awarded a winning game based on the ball entering the first starting hole 21.例文帳に追加Therefore, in the time-saving game states A and B and the probability variable game state where the second start port 22 can be opened at "1.8S x 3 times", the game ball is hit to the right and the game ball is sent to the second start port 22. is the optimum game for the player. Therefore, when the first start hole detection SW21a detects a game ball in the time-saving game states A and B or the variable probability game state, a right-handed notification prompting the player to play an optimum game is performed.

Next, the normal symbol determination table in FIG. 7B is stored in the main ROM 102, and as a result of the normal symbol hit determination processing performed based on the game ball passing through the gate member 20, the normal symbol hit It is a table to be referred to when determining a normal symbol to be fixedly displayed on the normal symbol display 27e, depending on whether the normal symbol is lost or when the normal symbol is lost. When the game state is the normal game state, and as a result of performing the normal symbol hit determination process, the main CPU 101 determines that the normal symbol determination process performed in the normal symbol related process "normal symbol A ”, and if it is a normal pattern loss, determine “normal pattern B”. In addition, the main CPU 101, when the game state is the time-saving game state A, B and when it is the variable probability game state, as a result of performing the normal symbol hit determination process, when the normal symbol wins, the normal symbol "Normal symbol C" is determined in the normal symbol determination process performed in the related process, and "normal symbol D" is determined when the normal symbol is lost.

It should be noted that, in the normal symbol as well, the content to be provided is uniquely determined, as in the above-described special symbol. When "normal pattern A" is determined, the protruding member of the second starting port 22 opens "1" time at "0.9S", and when "normal pattern B" is determined, the second starting port 22 projecting member does not open. Further, when the "normal symbol C" is determined, the protruding member of the second starting port 22 is opened "3" times at "1.8S", and when the "normal symbol D" is determined, the second The projecting member of the starting port 22 does not open. Therefore, the opening and closing mode of the protruding member of the second start port 22 is advantageous in the case of the normal game when the time saving game state A, B or the variable probability game state is more advantageous than the normal game state. Therefore, it can be said that the game state is advantageous for the player.

In addition, although the setting value is not provided in the normal symbol determination table, the setting value may be provided similarly to the special symbol determination table. For example, for each set value, the probability that it is determined to be a normal pattern hit in the normal pattern hit determination process may be different, and in the case of the set value "6", it is easier to hit than in the case of the set value "1". It may be, or vice versa. Moreover, 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 "6", it may be opened and closed in an opening and closing manner that is more advantageous than in the case of the set value "1", or vice versa.

Next, FIG. 7(C) shows the details of the round for each winning special symbol. Open 29.5 seconds per round and repeat this 10 times. Also, when the number of rounds is "5" (special symbol B), the big winning opening 24 is opened for "29.5 seconds" per round, and this is repeated five times.

Next, the game state transition (game flow) in this embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. In this embodiment, as described above, the normal game state, the time-saving game state, and the probability variation game state are provided. Strictly speaking, the time-saving game state includes a time-saving game state A and a time-saving game state B.

In the normal game state, the state managed by the main control board is a low-probability state, and there is no general electric support. The general electric support means that it is easy to hit the general pattern in the normal pattern hit determination process, and if you win, the opening and closing of the second start port shown in FIG. 7 will be "1.8S x 3 times". . Also, in the production control board, production mode A to production mode E can be executed as production modes (also referred to as production stages).

In the time-saving gaming state A, the state managed by the main control board is a low-probability state, and there is general electric support. In the time saving game state A, the upper limit number of times is 100 times. In other words, one of the end conditions is that the symbol variation game has been played 100 times. Moreover, in the production control board, the production mode F can be executed as the production mode.

In the time-saving game state B, the state managed by the main control board is a low probability state, and there is general electric support. In addition, the time saving game state B has an upper limit of 1212 times. In other words, one of the end conditions is that the symbol variation game has been played 1212 times. Moreover, in the production control board, the production mode G can be executed as the production mode.

Probability variation gaming state, the state managed in the main control board is a high probability state, there is a general electricity support. In addition, the probability variation gaming state has an upper limit of 10000 times. In other words, one of the termination conditions is that the symbol variation game has been played 10,000 times. Moreover, in the production control board, the production mode H can be executed as the production mode.

In the winning game, the state managed by the main control board is a low probability state, and there is no general electric support.

In the time-saving game state A, the upper limit number of times is set to 100 times, but the number of times may be less than 100 times or more than 100 times.
In addition, in the time-saving gaming state B, the upper limit number of times is set to 1212 times, but if the number of times is 3.8 times or less of the denominator (for example, 319) of the probability of winning in the special symbol hitting determination table, it may be any number of times. .

In addition, together with the time-saving game states A and B described above, or instead of the time-saving game states A and B described above, a time-saving game state C may be provided. This time-saving game state C is a time-saving game state that can be shifted in part when it is not determined to be hit in the special symbol hit determination process in the normal game state. For example, the time saving game state C may be shifted to about 1/500. Incidentally, the combination of the time-saving gaming states A, B, and C may be arbitrary. For example, the time saving game state A and B may be provided and the time saving game state C may not be provided, or the time saving game state A and C may be provided and the time saving game state B may not be provided, The time saving game states B and C may be provided, and the time saving game state A may not be provided, or all of the time saving game states A, B, and C may be provided.

In addition, although the upper limit number of times is set in the variable probability gaming state, the upper limit number of times may not be provided. Also, in this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 7, a so-called variable probability loop type is used, but a so-called ST type or a falling lottery type may also be used.

In the case of the ST type, a special symbol (for example, ST 100 times) to which the probability variation gaming state is given, and a special symbol (for example, ST 100 times + 100 times of short working hours).

Next, the game state transition will be described.
a: It is a transition when it is determined as hit in the special symbol hit determination process.
b: A transition when any one of the special symbols A, B, and E is determined.
c: This is a transition when it is determined as hit in the special symbol hit determination process.
d: Transition when either special symbol C or F is determined.
e: This is a transition when it is determined as a win in the special symbol win determination process.
f: This is the transition when the symbol variation game is executed 100 times in succession without winning.
g: This is the transition when the symbol variation game is executed 898 times in succession without winning in the time-saving game state A and the normal game state.
h: This is the transition when the symbol variation game is executed 1212 times in succession without winning.
i: This is a transition when it is determined as hit in the special symbol hit determination process.
j: This is the transition when the symbol variation game is executed 10,000 times in succession without winning.

In addition, g is 898 times, but if the number of times is 2.5 times or more and 3.0 times or less of the denominator (for example, 319) of the hit probability in the special symbol hit determination table, it can be set to any number of times. good.
Also, the number of times in g is a fixed value that cannot be changed, but an arbitrary value may be set by a game store clerk.

Next, the special symbol variation pattern table will be described with reference to FIG.
The special symbol variation pattern table of FIG. 9 is stored in the main ROM 102 and is a table referred to when determining the variation time in the symbol variation game.

When the game state is the normal game state, the main CPU 101 selects any one of "variation pattern 1" to "variation pattern 8" when the result of the special symbol hit determination processing is loss. Determining fluctuation patterns. Specifically, when the game ball enters the first start port 21 or the second start port 22, obtain a random number for determining the variation pattern, and refer to the obtained random number for determining the variation pattern. , determine the variation pattern. 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 the random number for executing reach. In the case of "variation pattern 3" to "variation pattern 8", determine one of the variation patterns, and if the reach determination random number does not correspond to the random number for executing reach, "variation pattern 1" or "variation Pattern 2" may be determined. On the other hand, when the game state is the normal game state, the main CPU 101 refers to the random number for determining the variation pattern when the result of the special symbol winning determination process is that the game wins. One of the fluctuation patterns is determined from among the "variation patterns 15".

Then, when the variation pattern is determined, the “details of presentation” and the “variation time” (seconds S) are uniquely determined. When "variation pattern 1" is determined, "reduced variation" is determined as the "description content" and "2S" is determined as the "variation time." Here, "shortening variation" refers to variation that does not result in reach and stops the left decorative design image 26a, the middle decorative design image 26b, and the right decorative design image 26c at the same time. Further, when "variation pattern 2" is determined, "regular variation" is determined as the "description", and "7S" is determined as the "variation time". Here, the "normal fluctuation" means a fluctuation that does not result in reach and stops the left decorative design image 26a, the middle decorative design image 26b, and the right decorative design image 26c in order. Further, when "variation pattern 3" is determined, "normal reach" is determined as the "description", and "15S" is determined as the "variation time". Here, "normal reach" refers to a reach that does not perform a special development effect (for example, once a temporary stop display is performed in the event of a failure, and then the middle decorative pattern image 26b is changed). Since the selection rate at time is low and the selection rate at the time of loss is high, it is positioned as a reach with low expectations for winning.

Further, when "variation pattern 4" is determined, "super reach 1" is determined as the "description", and "40S" is determined as the "variation time". Here, "super reach 1" refers to a reach in which a development effect is performed during the execution of reach (normal reach), and a real image is displayed on the image display device 26 at the development destination, for example, and selection of winning time. Since the ratio is higher than "normal reach" and the selection ratio at the time of loss is lower than "normal reach", it is positioned as a reach with a higher degree of expectation than "normal reach". Further, when "variation pattern 5" is determined, "super reach 2" is determined as the "description", and "50S" is determined as the "variation time". Here, "super reach 2" refers to a reach in which a development effect is performed during the execution of reach (normal reach), and a real image is displayed on the image display device 26 at the development destination, for example, and selection of winning time. Since the ratio is higher than "normal reach" and the selection ratio at the time of loss is lower than "normal reach", it is positioned as a reach with a higher degree of expectation than "normal reach". The degree of expectation for winning may be the same as that of "super reach 1", or the degree of expectation for winning may be higher than that of "super reach 1".

Further, when "fluctuation pattern 6" is determined, "pseudo-run 2 normal reach" is determined as the "effect content", and "30S" is determined as the "variation time". It should be noted that the "pseudo-ream" will be described in detail later, but the "pseudo-ream 2 normal reach" has a higher expectation of winning than "normal reach" only, and the expectation of winning is higher than "super reach 1, 2". Positioned as low reach. Further, when "variation pattern 7" is determined, "pseudo run 3 super reach 1" is determined as the "effect content", and "70S" is determined as the "variation time". "Pseudo-ream 3 super reach 1" is positioned as a reach with a higher expectation of winning than only "super reach 1". Further, when "variation pattern 8" is determined, "pseudo run 3 super reach 2" is determined as the "effect content", and "80S" is determined as the "variation time". “Pseudo-run 3 super reach 2” is positioned as a reach with a higher expectation of winning than only “super reach 2”. In addition, "variation pattern 9" to "variation pattern 14" are different from "variation pattern 3" to "variation pattern 8" only in losing or winning, and the contents of the effect and the variation time are the same, so the explanation is omitted. do.

Further, when "fluctuation pattern 15" is determined, "all rotation reach" is determined as the "description", and "120 seconds" is determined as the "variation time". Here, "full rotation reach" means that the left decorative design image 26a, the middle decorative design image 26b, and the right decorative design image 26c are "111", "222", "333", "444", "555", It is a reach that scrolls (variation display) at a low speed in a state where "666", "777", and "888" are aligned, and finally displays "777" as a fixed display, for example.

In addition, the selectable variation pattern in the case of winning may be defined by the determined special symbol. For example, the variation patterns 9 to 14 can be selected even if any of the special symbol A, the special symbol B, and the special symbol C is determined, and the variation pattern 15 is selected when the special symbol A is determined. It is possible to select as many as possible. Moreover, even if any of the special symbols A, B, and C is determined, the variation patterns 9 to 15 may be selectable.

In addition, when the game state is the time-saving game state A or B and when the game state is the variable probability game state, as a result of performing the special symbol hit determination process, if the result is a loss, the main CPU 101 determines "variation pattern 16 ” to “variation pattern 21”. When "variation pattern 16" is determined, "ultra-shortened variation" is determined as the "description content", and "1S" is determined as the "variation time". Further, when "variation pattern 17" is determined, "reduced variation" is determined as the "description", and "2S" is determined as the "variation time". Here, when the game state is the time-saving game state A, B, and when it is the probability variable game state, as a result of the special symbol hit determination process, it is lost and the number of reserved balls is 1 to In the case of 3, this "ultra-shortening variation" and "shortening variation" are likely to be selected, so that the time-saving gaming states A and B and the probability variation gaming state can be efficiently digested. In addition, "fluctuation pattern 16" may be executed only in the time-saving game state B. Thereby, the time-saving game state B having a larger upper limit than the time-saving game state A can be efficiently digested.

Further, when "variation pattern 18" is determined, "normal variation" is determined as the "description", and "7S" is determined as the "variation time". Further, when "fluctuation pattern 19" is determined, "stretching reach" is determined as the "description", and "10S" is determined as the "variation time". Here, the "ready-to-win" is, for example, by temporarily stopping and displaying the "7" symbol as the left decorative symbol image 26a and by prompting whether or not to temporarily stop and display the 7 symbol as the right decorative symbol image 26c. It is a production that incites whether or not reach is formed. As a result of "ready-to-win", for example, when 8 symbols are temporarily stopped and displayed as the right decorative pattern image 26c, no ready-to-win is formed, and for example, when 7 symbols are temporarily stopped and displayed as the right decorative pattern image 26c. A reach is formed, and it develops into a “variable short medium super reach” in “variation pattern 20” to “variation pattern 23” described later.

Further, when "variation pattern 20" is determined, "super reach 1 in variable short" is determined as the "description", and "30S" is determined as the "variation time". Here, "super reach 1 during variable short time" is a "super reach" dedicated to the time saving game state and probability variable game state, and is different from "super reach 1, 2" performed in the normal game state. .

Further, when "variation pattern 21" is determined, "variable short super reach 2" is determined as the "description", and "40S" is determined as the "variation time". In addition, "Variable Short Medium Super Reach 2" may have the same degree of expectation as "Variable Short Medium Super Reach 1", or may have a higher expected degree of success than "Variable Short Medium Super Reach 1". may be positioned. "Variation pattern 22" and "Variation pattern 23" are different from "Variation pattern 20" and "Variation pattern 21" only in losing or winning, and the contents of the effect and the variation time are the same, so the explanation is omitted. . Further, when "fluctuation pattern 24" is determined, "sudden hit" is determined as the "description", and "20S" is determined as the "variation time". Here, "sudden hit" means that, for example, "777" is suddenly temporarily stopped and displayed without going through reach. It should be noted that the "fluctuation pattern 24" may be executed only in the time-saving gaming state B. Thereby, the time-saving game state B having a larger upper limit than the time-saving game state A can be efficiently digested.

The special symbol variation patterns described above are not limited to those shown in FIG. 9, and may further include a plurality of special symbol variation patterns.
Also, the special symbol variation pattern table to be referred to may be changed depending on the set value. For example, 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 guess (or comprehend) what the set value is from the effect contents of the executed special symbol variation pattern, which leads to an improvement in game interest.

Also, although the special symbol variation pattern table to be referred to is common between the time saving game state A and the time saving game state B, it may be made different. As a result, it is possible to give a feeling as if a different game state is being executed while being in the same time-saving game state.

Next, (A) the determination information storage area of the main RAM and (B) the counter of the main RAM will be described with reference to FIG.
FIG. 10A is a schematic diagram showing a determination information storage area (reserved storage area) provided in the main RAM 103 and a counter of the main RAM. And (B) a reserved storage area corresponding to the normal symbol is provided. The determination information (random value) related to the special symbol can be stored in the "third storage area" and the "fourth storage area", respectively. , ``second storage area'', ``third storage area'', and ``fourth storage area'' can each store determination information (random number value) related to the special symbol. area", "first storage area", "second storage area", "third storage area", and "fourth storage area" can each store determination information (random value) relating to normal symbols. Note that the counter in the main RAM is as described above, so the description is omitted here.

Next, based on FIGS. 11 and 12, commands transmitted from the main control board 100 to the effect control board 200 will be described. Note that FIGS. 11 and 12 extract main commands, and some commands are omitted.

A "first special symbol storage designation command" indicates the first special symbol reserved number, and is set in the main RAM 103 and transmitted to the effect control board 200 when the first special symbol reserved number increases or decreases.

A "second special symbol storage specifying command" indicates the second special symbol reserved number, and is set in the main RAM 103 and transmitted to the effect control board 200 when the second special symbol reserved number increases or decreases.

The ``performance pattern specification command'' indicates the type of special symbols to be stopped and displayed, and is set in the main RAM 103 when various special symbols are determined and the variable display of the special symbols is started, and the performance control board. 200.

"Special symbol variation pattern designation command" indicates the variation time of the special symbol on the first special symbol display device 27a or the second special symbol display device 27b, and the first special symbol display device 27a or It is set in the main RAM 103 and transmitted to the effect control board 200 when the variable display of the special symbols is started on the second special symbol display 27b.

The "special symbol confirmation command" indicates that the special symbol has been stopped and displayed. , and transmitted to the effect control board 200.

"Normal symbol determination command" indicates that the normal symbol is stopped and displayed, and is set in the main RAM 103 and transmitted to the effect control board 200 when the normal symbol is stopped and displayed on the normal symbol display 27e. .

The "game number display update command" indicates the number of symbol variation games from the above-described predetermined timing, and the special symbols are stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 27a or the second special symbol display device 27b. It is set in the main RAM 103 and transmitted to the effect control board 200 when the display is activated.

In this embodiment, the game number image 26q is displayed on the image display device 26 in the normal game state (see FIG. 31, etc.). For example, when the effect control board 200 receives a power-on designation command, a power restoration designation command, or a winning game ending designation command, it performs processing for displaying "0" as the number-of-games image 26q. When the symbol variation game is executed and the "game number display update command" is received, the game number image 26q is updated (displayed by adding 1).
Thus, by viewing the number-of-games image 26q displayed on the image display device 26 without viewing the external information display 800, it is possible to recognize the number of times the symbol variation game has been executed from the above-described predetermined timing. It's like

In the time-saving gaming states A, B, and variable-probability gaming states, the number-of-games image 26q is difficult to see. In particular, in the time-saving gaming states A and B, since the remaining number of times image 26s (see FIG. 37) indicating the number of possible games in the time-saving gaming state is displayed, it can be understood that the game number image 26q is also displayed. Because it becomes difficult.

It should be noted that "difficult to see" may mean that the game number image 26q is not developed on any display layer, or that it is developed on the display layer but the display layer is difficult to view. In the latter case, the game count image 26q is updated every time the symbol variation game is executed, although the player cannot visually recognize it.

The "game number counter command" indicates the number of times the symbol variation game has been played in the normal game state and the time saving game state A, and the first special symbol display device 27a or the second special symbol display device 27b It is set in the main RAM 103 and transmitted to the performance control board 200 when the symbols are stopped and displayed.

In the present embodiment, when the normal game state and the remaining number of symbol variation games until the time-saving game state B is activated become 100, the game number counter image 26p is displayed on the image display device 26 ( See FIG. 31, etc.). That is, the effect control board 200 performs processing for displaying the game number counter image 26p (for example, 100 more times) when the received "game number counter command" (the value of the counter) indicates "798". I do. After that, every time the "game number counter command" is received, the game number counter image 26p is updated and displayed (subtracted by one).

That is, the number-of-games counter image 26p is not displayed until the number of symbol variation games remaining until the time-saving gaming state B is activated reaches 100, and the number of symbol variation games remaining until the time-saving gaming state B is activated. When it reaches 100, it will be displayed.
As a result, if the number-of-games counter image 26p is displayed all the time, there is a risk that the player will be absorbed in the game more than necessary, but such a situation can be prevented.

In this embodiment, the number-of-games counter image 26p is displayed when the remaining 100 is reached. Remaining 50, remaining 10...) may be displayed.
Further, hereinafter, the display of the number-of-games image 26q, the number-of-games-counter image 26p, and the number-of-games image 26s may be collectively referred to simply as the "number-of-games display".

The "start opening winning designation command" is for notifying the effect control board 200 in advance of the result of the hit determination. It is set in the main RAM 103 and transmitted to the effect control board 200 .

The "winning game opening designation command" indicates that a winning game starts, and is set in the main RAM 103 and transmitted to the effect control board 200 when various winning games start.

The “round specification command” indicates the number of rounds of the winning game, is set in the main RAM 103 and transmitted to the effect control board 200 when the round game of the winning game is started.

The “winning game ending designation command” indicates that the winning game ends, and is set in the main RAM 103 and transmitted to the effect control board 200 when various winning games end.

"Normal symbol storage designation command" indicates the number of normal symbol reservations, and is set in the main RAM 103 and transmitted to the effect control board 200 when the value stored in the normal symbol reservation number storage area increases or decreases. .

The "general design specification command" indicates the type of normal design to be stopped and displayed on the normal design display device 27e, and is stored in the main RAM 103 when various normal designs are determined and variable display of the normal design is started. It is set and transmitted to the effect control board 200 .

The "ordinary figure variation specification command" indicates the variation time of the normal symbol on the normal symbol display device 27e, and is set in the main RAM 103 when the variation display of the normal symbol is started, and is transmitted to the effect control board 200. be done.

The "opening designation command for per normal pattern" indicates that the per normal per pattern game is started, and is set in the main RAM 103 and transmitted to the effect control board 200 when the per normal pattern game is started.

"Ending designation command for per normal pattern" indicates that various per per normal pattern games end, and is set in the main RAM 103 when the per normal pattern game ends, and is transmitted to the effect control board 200. .

The "game state designation command" is whether it is a time saving game state, whether it is a high probability game state, if it is a time saving game state, whether it is a time saving game state A or a time saving game state B, It is set in the main RAM 103 at the start of the variation of the special symbols, the end of the variation of the special symbols (at the start of the winning game), and the end of the winning game according to each game state designation command. It is sent to the control board 200 . Each game state designation command will also be described in detail in the flow chart.

The "power-on designation command" and "power-restoration designation command" indicate whether power-on to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is accompanied by initialization of the main RAM 103. When the power is turned on, whether or not the main RAM 103 is initialized, and a power-on designation command or a power restoration designation command corresponding to the game state are transmitted to the effect control board 200 .

It should be noted that, in the present embodiment, processing for displaying "0" as the game number image 26q is performed both upon reception of the "power-on designation command" and reception of the "power restoration designation command." As a result, for example, when the game parlor is opened, it is possible to prevent the number of executions of the symbol variation game before transitioning to the time-saving gaming state B from being easily found out.

When the "power supply restoration designation command" is received (when the main RAM 103 is not initialized), the game number image 26q displays the number of times before "898" (small number of times). It may shift to the time saving game state B. For example, if the number of times the symbol variation game was executed at the closing time of the previous day was "100" and the main RAM 103 was not initialized, the game number image 26q displayed "798" times, and the time-saving game state was displayed. May move to B.

The "customer waiting state designation command" indicates that a customer waiting state in which the variable display of the special symbol is not performed is set in the main RAM 103 when the customer waiting state is entered, and is sent to the effect control board 200. sent.

The "error designation command" indicates that an error has occurred in the pachinko game machine 1 and the type of error, and is set in the main RAM 103 when it is determined that various abnormalities have occurred. sent.

The "error cancellation designation command" indicates that an error that has occurred in the pachinko game machine 1 has been eliminated, and is set in the main RAM 103 and transmitted to the effect control board 200 when the elimination of various abnormalities is detected. be.

The "setting value specification command" indicates the setting value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1. After the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on, specifically, a power-on specification command or a power restoration specification is executed. It is transmitted to the effect control board 200 after the command is transmitted, during execution of the setting change process, or during execution of the setting confirmation process.

The "set value changing command" indicates that the setting change process is being executed, and is transmitted to the effect control board 200 during execution of the setting change process (FIG. 14).
The "set value confirming command" indicates that the setting confirmation process is being executed, and is transmitted to the effect control board 200 during execution of the setting confirmation process (FIG. 15).

The "set value confirmation end command" indicates that the setting confirmation process has ended, and is transmitted to the effect control board 200 during execution of the setting confirmation process (FIG. 15).

Next, control processing performed by the main CPU 101 of the main control board 100 will be described.

(Regarding main processing on the main control board)
FIG. 13 is a flow chart showing the main processing performed in the main control board 100. As shown in FIG. This processing is started by the main CPU 101 of the main control board 100 when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is powered on and voltage is supplied from the power supply board 400 to each control board.

(Step S1)
In step S1, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the pachinko gaming machine 1 is in a power outage (power outage state). As a result, if the power is interrupted (power outage state), the process of step S1 is repeatedly executed, and if the power is not interrupted (power outage state), the process proceeds to step S2. It should be noted that during a power outage (power outage state), the process can be executed using a backup power supply (not shown).

(Step S2)
In step S2, the main CPU 101 prohibits an interrupt (that the main control board timer interrupt processing is performed). As a result, the main CPU 101 executes only this process until the interrupt is permitted in S18, which will be described later. Then, when the interrupt is prohibited, the process proceeds to step S3.

It should be noted that after the process of step S2 is completed, a firing stop signal may be output to set the firing permission signal to a prohibited state. As a result, it is possible to prevent game balls from being shot while interruption is prohibited. Then, in the first main control board timer interrupt processing after the interrupt is permitted in step S18, which will be described later, the firing permission signal can be set to the permitted state.

(Step S3)
In step S3, the main CPU 101 determines whether the RAM clear switch 105 is ON (depressed). That is, it is determined whether the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on (the power switch 400a is turned on) while the RAM clear switch 105 is pressed. As a result, when the RAM clear switch 105 is ON, the process proceeds to step S4, and when the RAM clear switch 105 is not ON, the process proceeds to step S9.

(Step S4)
In step S4, the main CPU 101 determines whether the setting change key is at the setting change position. For example, when it is detected that the setting change key is inserted into the setting change keyhole 31 and that the setting change key is rotated by 90 degrees, it is determined that the setting change key is at the setting change position. If not, it is determined that the setting change key is not at the setting change position. As a result, if the setting change key is in the setting change position, the process proceeds to step S5, and if the setting change key is not in the setting change position, the process proceeds to step S7.

(Step S5)
In step S5, the main CPU 101 performs set value change processing shown in FIG. This processing will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. 14 . Then, when the set value changing process is completed, the process proceeds to step S6.

(Step S6)
In step S6, the main CPU 101 transmits a power-on command. The power-on command is a command indicating that the RAM clear switch 105 is turned on and the power is turned on. The device 26 displays the message "power is being turned on", and the speaker 10 outputs the voice "power is being turned on". Then, when the power-on command is transmitted, the process proceeds to step S17.

(Step S7)
In step S7, the main CPU 101 initializes areas 1 and 2 of the main RAM 103 (excluding the set value storage area) when the RAM clear switch 105 is ON and the power switch 400a is ON. As a result, for example, if the game is in the time-saving game state (A or B) when the amusement arcade closes, it can be started from the normal game state when the amusement arcade opens the next day. In this process, each game number counter shown in FIG. 10 is also cleared (the counter value is set to 0). After initializing the areas 1 and 2 of the main RAM 103 (excluding the setting value storage area), the process proceeds to step S8.

(Step S8)
In step S8, the main CPU 101 transmits a power-on command. Then, when the power-on command is transmitted, the process proceeds to step S17.

(Step S9)
In step S9, the main CPU 101 determines whether the setting change key is at the setting change position. As a result, when the setting change key is in the setting change position, the process proceeds to step S10, and when the setting change key is not in the setting change position, the process proceeds to step S11.

(Step S10)
In step S10, the main CPU 101 performs set value confirmation processing shown in FIG. This processing will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. 15 . Then, when the set value confirmation process is completed, the process proceeds to step S11.

(Step S11)
In step S11, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not there is backed up data. For example, when the power of the pachinko game machine 1 is turned off, a backup process (not shown) is performed to hold data, store a checksum, and turn on a backup flag. If the backup flag is ON, it is determined that there is backed up data, and if the backup flag is not ON, it is determined that there is no backed up data. As a result, when there is backed up data, the process proceeds to step S12, and when there is no backed up data, it is determined that the power is turned on for the first time, and the process proceeds to step S17.

(Step S12)
In step S<b>12 , the main CPU 101 calculates the checksum of the area of the main RAM 103 . After calculating the checksum of the area of the main RAM 103, the process proceeds to step S13.

(Step S13)
In step S13, the main CPU 101 determines whether the checksum of the area of the main RAM 103 is normal. For example, it is determined whether the checksum value stored in the backup process (not shown) matches the checksum value calculated in step S12. If they match, the checksum is determined to be normal. , the checksum is determined to be incorrect. As a result, when the checksum is normal, the process proceeds to step S15, and when the checksum is not normal, the process proceeds to step S14.

(Step S14)
In step S14, the main CPU 101 performs game stop processing (error setting). Specifically, an error command for performing error notification using the light emitting device 9, the speaker 10, the image display device 26, etc. is transmitted to the effect control board 200, or the setting value change processing of FIG. 14 is not performed. For as long as possible, a process is performed that makes it impossible to cancel the error. Then, the process remains as long as the set value change process of FIG. 14 is not performed.

(Step S15)
In step S15, the main CPU 101 performs return processing. That is, the state before the power failure state is restored normally. When the state before the power failure state is restored normally, the process proceeds to step S16.

(Step S16)
In step S16, the main CPU 101 transmits a power restoration command. The power restoration command is a command indicating that the RAM clear switch 105 has been turned off and the power has been restored. The device 26 displays "Power supply is being restored", and the speaker 10 outputs the voice "Power supply is being restored". Then, when the power restoration command is transmitted, the process proceeds to step S17.

(Step S17)
In step S17, the main CPU 101 sets CTC. That is, the CTC (counter timer circuit), which has the function of creating a pulse output with a constant period and the function of time measurement, etc., is set so that the main control board timer interrupt processing, which will be described later, is periodically performed every 4 ms. , set the time constant register of the CTC. After setting the CTC, the process proceeds to step S18.

(Step S18)
At step S18, the main CPU 101 permits an interrupt. Then, when the interrupt is permitted, it waits, and after that, main control board timer interrupt processing, which will be described later, is performed every 4 ms.

(Regarding setting value change processing)
FIG. 14 is a flowchart (subroutine of step S5 of the main control board main process) showing the set value changing process performed in the main control board 100. FIG. It should be noted that the state in which the processing of FIG. 14 is being performed corresponds to the "setting change state" described above.

(Step S5-1)
In step S5-1, the main CPU 101 initializes the area of the main RAM 103 (excluding the set value storage area). In this process, each game number counter shown in FIG. 10 is also cleared (the counter value is set to 0). Then, after initializing the areas of the main RAM 103 (excluding the set value storage area), the process proceeds to step S5-2.

In step S5-1, each game number counter shown in FIG. 10 is also cleared (the counter value is set to 0), but each game number counter may not be cleared. As a result, it is possible to meet the needs such as wanting to change the set value but not wanting to clear each game number counter.

(Step S5-2)
In step S5-2, the main CPU 101 transmits a set value changing command. The setting value changing command is a command indicating that the setting value is being changed, and when the effect control board 200 receives the command, the image display, for example, is performed via the image/sound control unit 200b. The device 26 displays "setting change in progress", and the speaker 10 outputs the voice "setting change in progress". Then, when the set value changing command is transmitted, the process proceeds to step S5-3.

(Step S5-3)
At step S5-3, the main CPU 101 reads out the current set value and displays it on the display 104. FIG. For example, if the set value stored in the set value storage area of the main RAM 103 is "1", the display 104 displays "1". Then, when the current set value is read out and displayed on the display 104, the process proceeds to step S5-4.

(Step S5-4)
At step S5-4, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not a set value change operation has been performed. Specifically, it is determined whether the RAM clear switch 105 is turned ON. If the RAM clear switch 105 is turned ON, the process proceeds to step S5-5, and if the RAM clear switch 105 is not turned ON, the process proceeds to step S5-7.

(Step S5-5)
At step S5-5, the main CPU 101 performs processing for changing the setting value. For example, when the set value is "1" and the RAM clear switch 105 is turned ON, the set value is changed to "2", and when the set value is "2" and the RAM clear switch 105 is turned ON, the set value is changed to "3", and when the RAM clear switch 105 is turned ON when the set value is "3", the set value is changed to "4", and when the set value is "4", the RAM clear switch 105 is turned on When it is turned ON, the set value is changed to "5", and when the set value is "5" and the RAM clear switch 105 is turned ON, the set value is changed to "6", and when the set value is "6" When the RAM clear switch 105 is turned ON at this time, the set value is changed to "1". After changing the set value, the process proceeds to step S5-6.

(Step S5-6)
In step S5-6, the main CPU 101 displays the changed set value on the display 104 (for example, the rightmost segment). For example, if the RAM clear switch 105 is turned ON when the set value "1" is displayed, the set value "2" is displayed, and the RAM clear switch 105 is turned ON when the set value "2" is displayed. Then, the set value "3" is displayed, and if the RAM clear switch 105 is turned ON while the set value "3" is being displayed, the set value "4" is displayed and the set value "4" is displayed. If the RAM clear switch 105 is turned ON while the set value is displayed, the set value "5" is displayed, and if the RAM clear switch 105 is turned ON while the set value "5" is displayed, the set value "6" is displayed If the RAM clear switch 105 is turned ON while the set value "6" is displayed, the set value "1" is displayed. Then, when the changed set value is displayed on the display 104, the process proceeds to step S5-7.

(Step S5-7)
At step S5-7, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not a set value confirmation operation has been performed. Specifically, it is determined whether the setting change key is at a position (vertical direction) rotated 90 degrees counterclockwise from a position (horizontal direction) rotated clockwise 90 degrees. Then, if the setting value confirmation operation is performed, the process proceeds to step S5-8, and if the setting value confirmation operation is not performed, the process proceeds to step S5-4.

(Step S5-8)
In step S5-8, the main CPU 101 stores the set value in the set value storage area of the main RAM 103. FIG. That is, when a desired set value is displayed on the display 104 and the setting change key is turned counterclockwise by 90 degrees (vertical direction), the set value of the pachinko game machine 1 is determined. become. As a result, subsequent games are played based on the stored set values. After the set value is stored in the set value storage area of the main RAM 103, the process proceeds to step S5-9.

(Step S5-9)
At step S5-9, the main CPU 101 makes the display 104 non-display. That is, the set value displayed on the display 104 in step S5-6 is hidden. Then, when the display 104 is turned off, the process proceeds to step S5-10.

(Step S5-10)
At step S5-10, the main CPU 101 transmits a setting value designation command. The setting value designation command is a command indicating information about the setting value. When the effect control board 200 receives the command, the effect control board 200 stores the information about the setting value in the sub-RAM 203, and executes a setting value suggesting effect described later. The setting value information stored in the sub RAM 203 is referred to. In addition, when the production control board 200 receives the command, it terminates the above-described notification such as "the setting is being changed". Then, when the setting value designation command is transmitted, the process proceeds to step S6 of the main control board main process.

As described above, the setting value change process may be performed even when the setting value is provided in one stage. Well, in step S5-6, for example, if the RAM clear switch 105 is turned ON while the set value "1" is being displayed, the set value "1" may be displayed. Also, in step S5-8, the set value "1" is already stored, but it may be updated and stored.

(Regarding setting value confirmation processing)
FIG. 15 is a flowchart (subroutine of step S10 of the main control board main process) showing the set value confirmation process performed in the main control board 100. FIG. Note that the state in which the processing in FIG. 15 is being performed corresponds to the above-described "setting confirmation state".

(Step S10-1)
In step S10-1, the main CPU 101 transmits a setting value checking command. The setting value checking command is a command indicating that the setting value is being checked. Upon receiving the command, the effect control board 200 performs image display via the image/sound control unit 200b, for example. The device 26 is displayed to indicate that "settings are being checked", and the speaker 10 is made to output a voice saying that "settings are being checked". Then, when the setting value checking command is transmitted, the process proceeds to step S10-2.

(Step S10-2)
At step S10-2, the main CPU 101 reads out the current set value and displays it on the display 104. FIG. For example, if the set value stored in the set value storage area of the main RAM 103 is "1", the display 104 displays "1". When the current set value is read out and displayed on the display 104, the process proceeds to step S10-3.

(Step S10-3)
In step S10-3, the main CPU 101 determines whether an end operation has been performed. Specifically, it is determined whether the setting change key is at a position (vertical direction) rotated 90 degrees counterclockwise from a position (horizontal direction) rotated clockwise 90 degrees. Then, if the end operation is performed, the process proceeds to step S10-4, and if the end operation is not performed, the process is looped until the end operation is performed.

(Step S10-4)
In step S10-4, the main CPU 101 makes the display 104 non-display. That is, the set value displayed on the display 104 in step S10-2 is hidden. When the display 104 is turned off, the process proceeds to step S10-5.

(Step S10-5)
In step S10-5, the main CPU 101 transmits a setting value confirmation end command. The setting value confirmation end command is a command indicating that the setting value confirmation process has ended, and when the effect control board 200 receives the command, the above-described notification such as "setting is being confirmed" is terminated. Then, when the set value confirmation end command is transmitted, the process proceeds to step S11 of the main control board main process.

Note that, as described above, the setting value confirmation process may be performed even when one level of setting values is provided. Also, if the machine does not have any setting values and is set as a non-setting machine, the processing in FIGS. 14 and 15 may be omitted.

(Regarding main control board timer interrupt processing)
FIG. 16 is a flow chart showing main control board timer interrupt processing performed in the main control board 100 . This processing is executed by interrupting the above-described main control board main processing periodically (for example, every 4 ms).

(Step S101)
In step S101, the main CPU 101 saves information stored in the register. After saving the information stored in the register, the process proceeds to step S102.

(Step S102)
In step S102, the main CPU 101 performs time management processing for updating the timer used in the game (for example, opening time of the big winning opening 24, etc.). After updating the timer used in the game, the process proceeds to step S103.

(Step S103)
In step S103, the main CPU 101 updates the initial value random numbers such as the random numbers for winning determination, the random numbers for determining special symbols, and the random numbers for determining variation patterns. When various random number updating processes are completed, the process proceeds to step S104.

(Step S104)
At step S104, the main CPU 101 detects an input from each switch shown in FIG. This processing will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. 17 . Then, when an input from each SW is detected, the process proceeds to step S105.

(Step S105)
In step S105, the main CPU 101 performs processing related to special symbols. This processing will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. 19 . Then, when the process related to the special symbol ends, the process proceeds to step S106.

(Step S106)
In step S106, the main CPU 101 performs processing related to normal symbols. For example, when the game ball passes through the gate member 20, the "normal symbol hit determination process" is performed, and the normal symbol determination and normal symbol fluctuation time are determined. Then, when the process relating to the normal symbol ends, the process proceeds to step S107.

(Step S107)
In step S107, the main CPU 101 performs processing related to the payout of game balls. For example, in the input SW detection process of step S104, when the entry of a game ball is detected, a payout command signal is sent to the payout control board 300 to pay out the corresponding prize ball. A payout command signal is set in the command transmission area of , and a payout completion signal is received from the payout control board 300 . Then, when the process related to the payout of game balls is completed, the process proceeds to step S108.

(Step S108)
In step S108, the main CPU 101 performs abnormality determination processing. This processing will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. 24 . After completing the abnormality determination process, the process proceeds to step S109.

(Step S109)
In step S<b>109 , the main CPU 101 performs processing of transmitting various commands to the effect control board 200 . For example, in this process, the main CPU 101 checks whether a command is set in the command transmission area provided on the main control board 100, and if the command is set, controls the effect of the set command. It is transmitted to the board 200 and the payout control board 300 . Then, when the command transmission process ends, the process proceeds to step S110.

(Step S110)
In step S110, the main CPU 101 controls display of special symbols (variation display and confirmation display) on the first special symbol display 27a when the symbol variation game is based on the entry of a game ball into the first starting port 21. ) is performed, and in the case of the symbol variation game based on the game ball entering the second starting port 22, display control (variation display and final display) of special symbols is performed on the second special symbol display 27b. Also, based on the fact that the game ball has entered each starting port and the symbol variation game in each starting port has ended, the first special symbol reservation display 27c and the second special symbol reservation display 27d is also displayed. Then, when the display control of the special symbols is completed, the process proceeds to step S111.

(Step S111)
In step S111, the main CPU 101 performs normal symbol display control (variable display and fixed display) on the normal symbol display 27e. Further, based on the fact that the game ball has passed through the gate member 20 and the fact that the normal symbol variation game has ended, the display control of the normal symbol reservation display 27f is also performed. Then, when the display control of the normal symbols is completed, the process proceeds to step S112.

(Step S112)
In step S112, the main CPU 101 performs game performance information management processing. Specifically, the game performance information is calculated by the above-described formula of "(the number of game balls paid out in the normal game state / the number of outs in the normal game state) x 100", and the calculated game performance information is displayed on the display device 104. is displayed. When the game performance information management process ends, the process proceeds to step S113.

(Step S113)
In step S113, the main CPU 101 restores the information saved in step S101 to the register. Then, when the saved information is returned to the register, the main control board timer interrupt processing is terminated.

(Regarding input switch detection processing)
FIG. 17 is a flowchart (a subroutine of step S104 of the main control board timer interrupt process) showing the input switch detection process performed in the main control board 100. FIG.

(Step S104-1)
In step S104-1, the main CPU 101 performs a first start port detection process. This processing will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. 18 . Then, when the process at the time of detection of the first starting port ends, the process proceeds to step S104-2.

(Step S104-2)
In step S104-2, the main CPU 101 executes second starting opening detection processing when information indicating that a game ball has been detected has been input from the second starting opening detection SW 22a. Then, when the process at the time of detection of the second starting opening is completed, the process proceeds to step S104-3.

(Step S104-3)
In step S104-3, the main CPU 101 receives the information that the game ball has been detected from the normal winning hole detection SW 23a, and causes the payout control board 300 to pay out eight game balls as prize balls. A process of setting a payout command signal in a command transmission area for payout is performed. Further, as described above, when a game ball enters the normal winning hole 23 in a winning game, the normal winning hole entering ball is sent to the command transmission area in order to notify the ball entry using the speaker 10 and the image display device 26. Set the detection signal. Then, when the normal winning hole detection process is completed, the process proceeds to step S104-4.

(Step S104-4)
In step S104-4, when the main CPU 101 receives the information that the game ball has been detected from the big winning hole detection SW 24a, the main CPU 101 causes the payout control board 300 to pay out 12 game balls as prize balls. A process of setting a payout command signal in a command transmission area for payout is performed. Also, in order to notify that a game ball has entered the big winning hole 24 using the image display device 26 or the like, a big winning hole ball detection signal is set in the command transmission area. Notification using the image display device 26 or the like means that, for example, when more than 10 game balls per round are detected by the large winning opening detection SW 24a (also referred to as over winning), the image display device 26 notifies that fact. The notification may be given by display or by sound from the speaker 10 (for example, the sound of "pillin"). Then, when the big winning opening detection process is completed, the process proceeds to step S104-5.
It should be noted that the notification of the over-winning is not limited to the sound of the speaker 10, but may be the light-emitting device 9, the display of a specific character on the image display device 26, or the production button 14. Alternatively, the production lever 15 may be vibrated by a vibrating device.

(Step S104-5)
In step S104-5, the main CPU 101 performs processing at the time of passage gate detection when the information indicating that the entry of the game ball has been detected is input from the gate detection SW 20a. Then, when the passage gate detection processing is completed, the processing proceeds to step S104-6.

(Step S104-6)
In step S104-6, the main CPU 101 performs processing when information indicating that a game ball has been detected is input from the out-hole detection SW 25a. For example, in order to transmit the out-port passage command to the effect control board 200, the out-port passage command is set in the command transmission area. Then, when the out-port detection processing is completed, the processing moves to step S105 of the main control board timer interrupt processing.

(Regarding processing when detecting the first starting port)
FIG. 18 is a flowchart (a subroutine of step S104-1 of the input switch detection process) showing the first start opening detection process performed in the main control board 100. As shown in FIG.

(Step S104-1-1)
At step S104-1-1, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the information indicating that the game ball has been detected has been input from the first starting opening detection SW 21a. Then, when the information that the game ball has been detected from the first starting hole detection SW21a is input, the processing is shifted to step S104-1-2, and the game ball entering is detected from the first starting hole detection SW21a. If the information has not been input, the process proceeds to step S104-2 of the input switch detection process.

(Step S104-1-2)
In step S104-1-2, the main CPU 101 transmits a payout command to cause the payout control board 300 to pay out three game balls as prize balls in response to the game balls entering the first starting port 21. Set the prize ball command in the area. Then, when the prize ball command is set, the process proceeds to step S104-1-3.

(Step S104-1-3)
In step S104-1-3, the main CPU 101 determines whether the "fourth storage area" is stored. That is, it is determined whether or not the number of pending symbol variation games at the first start port 21 is "4". If the "fourth storage area" is stored, the process proceeds to step S104-2 of the input switch detection process, and if the "fourth storage area" is not stored, step S104-1- 4 is processed.

(Step S104-1-4)
At step S104-1-4, the main CPU 101 acquires a random value for hit determination. The random number value obtained in the process is used in the later-described winning determination process (step S104-1-8) and the special symbol variation start process (see FIG. 20). Then, when the hit determination random number value is obtained, the process proceeds to step S104-1-5.

It should be noted that the random number value for hit determination may be obtained before step S104-1-3. Then, if it is determined in step S104-1-3 that the "fourth storage area" has been stored, the obtained random number value may be discarded.

(Step S104-1-5)
At step S104-1-5, the main CPU 101 acquires a special symbol determination random number value. The random number value obtained in the process is used in the later-described winning determination process (step S104-1-8) and the special symbol variation start process (see FIG. 20). Then, when the special symbol determination random number value is obtained, the process proceeds to step S104-1-6.

It should be noted that the acquisition of the special symbol determination random number value may be performed before step S104-1-3. Then, if it is determined in step S104-1-3 that the "fourth storage area" has been stored, the obtained random number value may be discarded.

(Step S104-1-6)
At step S104-1-6, the main CPU 101 acquires a random number value for determining a special symbol variation pattern. The random number value obtained in the process is used in the later-described winning determination process (step S104-1-8) and the special symbol variation start process (see FIG. 20). Then, when the random number value for determining the special symbol variation pattern is obtained, the process proceeds to step S104-1-7.

It should be noted that the random number value for determining the special symbol variation pattern may be obtained before step S104-1-3. Then, if it is determined in step S104-1-3 that the "fourth storage area" has been stored, the obtained random number value may be discarded.

(Step S104-1-7)
In step S104-1-7, the main CPU 101 stores the hit determination random number value, the special symbol determination random number value, and the special symbol variation pattern determination random value value as determination information 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". After each random value is stored in a free storage area, the process proceeds to step S104-1-8.

(Step S104-1-8)
At step S104-1-8, the main CPU 101 performs a winning determination process. This winning judgment process is a process for judging whether or not the random number value acquired in step S104-1-4 is a hit prior to the special symbol hit judgment process in the special symbol variation start time process (see FIG. 20). be. As a result, for example, if the hit determination random number value stored in the "fourth storage area" in step S104-1-7 is a hit, the notice effect ("prefetch effect" described later) is performed across a plurality of fluctuations. can be executed. When the winning determination process is completed, the process proceeds to step S104-1-9.

(Step S104-1-9)
In step S104-1-9, the main CPU 101 sets the first starting opening winning designation command in the command transmission area in order to transmit the first starting opening winning designation command to the effect control board 200. FIG. In addition, the first start opening winning designation command also includes information on the determination result of the winning determination process in step S104-1-8, and the effect control board 200 receives the command, so that when winning It is possible to recognize whether the determination result of the determination process is a win or a loss. Then, when the first start opening winning designation command is set, the process proceeds to step S104-1-10.

(Step S104-1-10)
In step S104-1-10, the main CPU 101 sets the special symbol storage designation command in the command transmission area in order to transmit the special symbol storage designation command to the effect control board 200. FIG. Then, when the special symbol memory specification command is set, the process proceeds to step S104-2 of the input SW detection process. Note that the processing when the second start port is detected in step S104-2 is basically the same as the content described with reference to FIG. 18 except for the start port, so description thereof will be omitted.

(Regarding special symbol related processing)
FIG. 19 is a flowchart (subroutine of step S105 of the main control board timer interrupt process) showing the special symbol related processing performed in the main control board 100. FIG.

(Step S105-1)
In step S105-1, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the special symbol state flag storage area of the main RAM 103 stores a flag indicating that the game is stopped. For example, when the main CPU 101 starts the variation of the special symbol, it sets a value “1” indicating that the special symbol status flag is being varied (step S105-2-13 in FIG. 20 described later), When stopping the variation of the symbols, the value "0" indicating that the game is stopped is set in the special symbol state flag storage area (step S105-4-3 in FIG. 21 to be described later). After setting the value "0" indicating that the game is stopped, the value "2" indicating the winning game is set in the case of winning. Then, if the value "0" indicating that it is stopped is set, the process proceeds to step S105-2, and if the value "0" indicating that it is stopped is not set, the process proceeds to step S105-3. to migrate.

(Step S105-2)
In step S105-2, the main CPU 101 performs special symbol variation start processing shown in FIG. This processing will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. 20 . Then, when the special symbol variation start time processing is completed, the processing is shifted to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt processing.

(Step S105-3)
In step S105-3, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the special symbol state flag storage area of the main RAM 103 stores a flag indicating that the game is changing. Then, when the value "1" indicating that it is fluctuating is set, the process proceeds to step S105-4, and if the value "1" indicating that it is fluctuating is not set, the process proceeds to step S105-5. to migrate.

(Step S105-4)
In step S105-4, the main CPU 101 performs the special symbol changing process shown in FIG. This processing will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. 21 . Then, when the special symbol fluctuation process is completed, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S105-5)
In step S105-5, when the main CPU 101 determines that the value "0" indicating that it is stopped is not set and that the value "1" that indicates that it is fluctuating is not set, the winning game is set, and the winning game process shown in FIG. 23 is performed. This processing will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. 23 . Then, when the winning game process is completed, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Regarding special symbol fluctuation start processing)
FIG. 20 is a flowchart (subroutine of step S105-2 of special symbol related processing) showing the special symbol variation start time processing performed in the main control board 100. FIG.

(Step S105-2-1)
In step S105-2-1, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not there is a hold in the hold storage area of the symbol variation game corresponding to the second start port 22 provided in the main RAM 103. FIG. Then, if there is a hold corresponding to the second start port 22, the process proceeds to step S105-2-2, and if there is no hold corresponding to the second start port 22, the process proceeds to step S105-2-4. to migrate.

(Step S105-2-2)
In step S105-2-2, the main CPU 101 subtracts "1" from the number of pending of the second starting port 22. FIG. Note that the subtraction corresponds to emptying the storage area of "1" after sliding the determination information (random value) of the "relevant variable storage area" to the "fourth storage area". Along with this, the display of the second special symbol reservation display 27d also changes to a display mode (from "blinking" to "lighting" or from "lighting" to "lighting out") according to the number of reservations. Then, when "1" is subtracted from the number of suspensions of the second starting port 22, the process proceeds to step S105-2-3.

(Step S105-2-3)
In step S105-2-3, the main CPU 101 sets a special symbol storage designation command (second special symbol storage designation command) in the command transmission area in order to subtract the number of reservations managed by the effect control board 200. Then, when the special symbol storage specification command (second special symbol storage specification command) is set, the process proceeds to step S105-2-8.

(Step S105-2-4)
In step S105-2-4, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not there is a hold in the hold storage area corresponding to the first start port 21 provided in the main RAM 103. FIG. Then, if there is a hold corresponding to the first start port 21, the process proceeds to step S105-2-5, and if there is no hold corresponding to the first start port 21, the process proceeds to step S105-2-7. to migrate.

(Step S105-2-5)
In step S105-2-5, the main CPU 101 subtracts "1" from the number of reservations of the first starting port 21. FIG. Note that the subtraction corresponds to emptying the storage area of "1" after sliding the determination information (random value) of the "relevant variable storage area" to "fourth storage area". Along with this, the display of the first special symbol reservation display 27c also changes to a display mode (from "blinking" to "lighting" or from "lighting" to "lighting out") according to the number of reservations. Then, when "1" is subtracted from the number of reservations of the first starting port 21, the process proceeds to step S105-2-6.

(Step S105-2-6)
In step S105-2-6, the main CPU 101 sets a special symbol storage designation command (first special symbol storage designation command) in the command transmission area in order to subtract the number of reservations managed by the effect control board 200. Then, when the special symbol storage specification command (first special symbol storage specification command) is set, the process proceeds to step S105-2-8.

(Step S105-2-7)
In step S105-2-7, the main CPU 101 displays "waiting for customer" on the image display device 26 when there is neither a hold corresponding to the second start port 22 nor a hold corresponding to the first start port 21. In order to display the screen, a customer waiting state designation command is set in the command transmission area. Then, when the customer waiting state designation command is set, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

The "waiting for customers" screen includes, for example, sub-symbols confirmed and displayed in the symbol variation game that was completed immediately before, the background image that was displayed in the symbol variation game that was completed immediately before, and the variation icon display. Area 26o, first starting opening first reserved ball image display area 26g to first starting opening fourth reserved ball image display area 26j (the second starting opening reserved ball image display area may also be included) are displayed. For example, a state in which an image (for example, a level gauge image or an image imitating a cross key button) or the like is additionally displayed to notify that the volume can be adjusted or the amount of light can be adjusted. That is. Then, when a predetermined time elapses in "waiting for customer", "demonstration effect" is executed. In addition, in the "demonstration effect", the sub-symbols and background images displayed in "waiting for customers", the variable icon display area 26o, the first start opening first reserved ball image display area 26g to the first start opening The fourth reserved ball image display area 26j (the second starting opening reserved ball image display area may also be included), the first starting opening reserved number image 26e, and the second starting opening reserved number image 26f are not displayed, for example, The entire surface of the display area is used to display the model name, manufacturer name, and alert information for urging prevention of addiction to the game. Then, when a predetermined period of time elapses in the "demonstration effect", it becomes "waiting for customers" again.

It should be noted that the customer waiting state designation command may not be transmitted. In this case, when the effect control board 200 measures the time from the end of the previous symbol variation game, and measures the predetermined time without receiving a new start time command (special symbol variation pattern designation command, etc.). , the "waiting for customer" screen may be displayed. This eliminates the need for a customer-waiting state designation command, thereby reducing the number of commands and simplifying the control.

(Step S105-2-8)
In step S105-2-8, after performing step S105-2-2, when the main CPU 101 reaches the relevant process, the determination information (random value) acquired and stored in the second start opening detection process is stored. On the other hand, after performing step S105-2-5, if the process is reached, the determination information (random value) acquired and stored in the first start opening detection process is used to number) is hit determination information (random value). Furthermore, the main CPU 101 determines a special symbol based on the determination result. For example, if it is determined that the determination information (random value) acquired and stored in the first start opening detection process is a hit, one of the special symbols A to C is determined, and when the first start opening is detected If it is determined that the determination information (random number value) acquired and stored in the process is wrong, the special symbol D is determined. Then, when the special symbol hit determination process is completed, the process proceeds to step S105-2-9.

(Step S105-2-9)
In step S105-2-9, the main CPU 101 sets the effect symbol designation command in the command transmission area in order to transmit the effect symbol designation command to the effect control board 200. FIG. For example, when the special design D is determined based on the determination result of step S105-2-8, the production design designation command corresponding to the special design D is set. Then, when the production design designation command is set, the process proceeds to step S105-2-10.

(Step S105-2-10)
At step S105-2-10, the main CPU 101 determines the special symbol variation pattern in the symbol variation game (using the special symbol variation pattern table shown in FIG. 9). Then, when the variation pattern of the special symbol is determined, the process proceeds to step S105-2-11.

(Step S105-2-11)
At step S105-2-11, the main CPU 101 designates a special symbol variation pattern in the command transmission area in order to transmit a command indicating the special symbol variation pattern determined at step S105-2-10 to the effect control board 200. set command. For example, when "variation pattern 9" is determined in step S105-2-10, a special symbol variation pattern designation command indicating "variation pattern 9" is set. Then, when the special symbol variation pattern designation command is set, the process proceeds to step S105-2-12.

(Step S105-2-12)
At step S105-2-12, the main CPU 101 sets the time management counter of the main RAM 103 to the variation time (see FIG. 9) corresponding to the special symbol variation pattern determined at step S105-2-10. For example, when "fluctuation pattern 9" is determined, the fluctuation time "15 s" is set. After setting the variable time, the process proceeds to step S105-2-13.

(Step S105-2-13)
At step S105-2-13, the main CPU 101 sets a value “1” indicating that the special symbol state flag storage area of the main RAM 103 is fluctuating. Thereby, it can be recognized that the special symbol is changing. Also, in this process, subtraction of the variable time set in step S105-2-12 is started. Then, in the special symbol state flag storage area, when the value "1" indicating that it is fluctuating is set, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

In the description of FIG. 20 above, if there is the determination information of the second starting port 22 in step S105-2-1, the special symbol hitting determination process is executed with priority over the first starting port 21. The special symbol hit determination process may be executed in the order in which the ball is entered into the first starting hole 21 and the second starting hole 22.例文帳に追加

(Regarding processing during special symbol fluctuation)
FIG. 21 is a flowchart (subroutine of step S105-4 of the special symbol related process) showing the special symbol changing process performed in the main control board 100. FIG.

(Step S105-4-1)
In step S105-4-1, the main CPU 101 determines whether the set variable time has elapsed in the time management counter of the main RAM 103. FIG. For example, when "fluctuation pattern 9" is determined and "15 S" is set, it is determined whether "15 S" has passed. Then, when the special symbol variation time has elapsed, the process proceeds to step S105-4-2, and when the special symbol variation time has not elapsed, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process. to migrate.

(Step S105-4-2)
In step S105-4-2, the main CPU 101 sends to the effect control board 200 a special symbol confirmation command for stopping the sub-symbols that are being variably displayed on the image display device 26. Set the special pattern confirmation command. Then, when the special symbol determination command is set, the process proceeds to step S105-4-3.

(Step S105-4-3)
In step S105-4-3, the main CPU 101 sets a value "0" indicating that the game is stopped in the special symbol state flag storage area of the main RAM 103. FIG. Thereby, it can be recognized that the special symbol is stopped. Then, when the value "0" indicating that the game is stopped is set in the special symbol state flag storage area, the process proceeds to step S105-4-4.

(Step S105-4-4)
At step S105-4-4, the main CPU 101 determines whether the result of determination at step S105-2-8 in FIG. 20 is a hit. If it is a win, the process proceeds to step S105-4-5, and if it is not a win, the process proceeds to step S105-4-11.

(Step S105-4-5)
At step S105-4-5, the main CPU 101 sets a value “2” indicating a winning game in the special symbol state flag storage area of the main RAM 103. FIG. Thereby, it can be recognized that it is a winning game. Then, in the special symbol state flag storage area, when the value "2" indicating the winning game is set, the process proceeds to step S105-4-6.

(Step S105-4-6)
At step S105-4-6, the main CPU 101 clears the gaming state. For example, if the current game state is the normal game state, it is the normal game state as it is, and if the current game state is the time-saving game state (A, B), it is the normal game state, and the current game state is the probability variable game state. If so, the normal game state is set. As a result, for example, even if you win in the time-saving game state (A, B), there is no general electric support during the winning game, and the game ball enters only the second start port 22 during the winning game, It is possible to prevent the player from suffering a loss due to the game ball not entering the big winning hole 24.例文帳に追加Then, when the gaming state is cleared, the process proceeds to step S105-4-7.

(Step S105-4-7)
At step S105-4-7, the main CPU 101 clears each game number counter. That is, when a winning game is won, each game number counter is cleared (the counter value is set to 0) before starting the winning game. When each game number counter is cleared, the process proceeds to step S105-4-8.

(Step S105-4-8)
In step S105-4-8, the main CPU 101 shifts to a winning opening to notify that a winning game has started. For example, in the winning state storage area of the main RAM 103, the state of the winning game is stored. Set to '2' if it is an interval between rounds and '3' if it is an ending. Then, when the game is shifted to the winning opening, the process shifts to step S105-4-9.

(Step S105-4-9)
In step S105-4-9, the main CPU 101 sets the hit opening command in the command transmission area in order to transmit the win opening command for executing the effect corresponding to the opening of the winning game to the effect control board 200. . Then, when the winning opening command is set, the process proceeds to step S105-4-10.

(Step S105-4-10)
At step S105-4-10, the main CPU 101 sets the time corresponding to the opening of the winning game (for example, “10 seconds”) in the time management counter of the main RAM 103. FIG. Then, when the time corresponding to the winning opening is set, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S105-4-11)
At step S105-4-11, the main CPU 101 performs the processing by game state shown in FIG. This processing will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. 22 . Then, when the game state-specific processing ends, the processing shifts to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt processing.

(Regarding processing by game state)
FIG. 22 is a flow chart (subroutine of step S105-4-11 of the special symbol changing process) showing the processing by game state performed in the main control board 100. FIG.

(Step S105-4-11-1)
In step S105-4-11-1, the main CPU 101 determines whether the current game state is the time-saving game state A. Specifically, in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103, it is determined whether or not "1" indicating the time saving game state A is stored. Then, if the current game state is the time-saving game state A, the process proceeds to step S105-4-11-2, and if the current game state is not the time-saving game state A, step S105-4-11 The processing is shifted to -8.

(Step S105-4-11-2)
In step S105-4-11-2, the main CPU 101 updates (adds) the time saving game state B activation counter provided in the main RAM 103. FIG. Specifically, the time saving game state B activation counter is "+1". In addition, since the counter for activating the time saving game state B does not become "898" in the time saving game state A, when the processing is completed, the process proceeds to step S105-4-11-3, and the time saving game state game number counter is updated (subtracted).
The update can be performed in either the symbol variation game based on the entry of the game ball into the first starting port 21 or the symbol variation game based on the entry of the game ball into the second starting port 22 .

(Step S105-4-11-3)
In step S105-4-11-3, the main CPU 101 updates (subtracts) the time-saving game state game number counter provided in the main RAM 103. FIG. Specifically, the time-saving game state game number counter is "-1". Then, when the time-saving game state game number counter is updated (subtracted), the process proceeds to step S105-4-11-4.

(Step S105-4-11-4)
At step S105-4-11-4, the main CPU 101 sets a game number counter command. When the number-of-games counter command is set, the process proceeds to step S105-4-11-5.

(Step S105-4-11-5)
At step S105-4-11-5, the main CPU 101 determines whether the counter value after the subtraction is 0 as a result of updating (subtracting) the number-of-games counter in the time-saving gaming state at step S105-4-11-3. . Then, if the counter value after subtraction is 0, the process proceeds to step S105-4-11-6, and if the counter value after subtraction is not 0, step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process. to process.

(Step S105-4-11-6)
At step S105-4-11-6, the main CPU 101 changes the game state to the normal game state. Specifically, "0" is stored in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103 to indicate the normal game state. Then, when the game state is changed to the normal game state, the process proceeds to step S105-4-11-7.

(Step S105-4-11-7)
In step S105-4-11-7, the main CPU 101 sends the game state designation command (normal) to the production control board 200 to indicate that the game state is normal. Set in the command transmission area. Then, when the game state designation command (normal) indicating the normal game state is set, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S105-4-11-8)
At step S105-4-11-8, the main CPU 101 determines whether the current game state is the normal game state. Specifically, it is determined whether “0” indicating the normal game state is stored in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103 . Then, when the current game state is the normal game state, the process proceeds to step S105-4-11-9, and when the current game state is not the normal game state, step S105-4-11-17. to process.

(Step S105-4-11-9)
In step S105-4-11-9, the main CPU 101 updates (adds) the counter for activating the time saving game state B provided in the main RAM 103. FIG. Specifically, the time saving game state B activation counter is "+1". Then, when the time saving game state B activation counter is updated (added), the process proceeds to step S105-4-11-10.
The update can be performed in either the symbol variation game based on the entry of the game ball into the first starting port 21 or the symbol variation game based on the entry of the game ball into the second starting port 22 .

(Step S105-4-11-10)
At step S105-4-11-10, the main CPU 101 sets a game number counter command. When the number-of-games counter command is set, the process proceeds to step S105-4-11-11.

(Step S105-4-11-11)
At step S105-4-11-11, the main CPU 101 sets a game number display update command. Then, when the game number display update command is set, the process proceeds to step S105-4-11-12.

(Step S105-4-11-12)
In step S105-4-11-12, the main CPU 101 updates (adds) the counter for activating the time saving game state B in step S105-4-11-9, and determines whether the updated counter value is "898". judge. Then, if the updated counter value is "898", the process proceeds to step S105-4-11-13, and if the updated counter value is not "898", the main control board timer interrupt The process proceeds to step S106 of the process.

(Step S105-4-11-13)
At step S105-4-11-13, the main CPU 101 sets the game state to the time-saving game state B. FIG. Specifically, in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103, "3" is stored to indicate the time-saving game state. Then, when the game state is the time-saving game state B, the process proceeds to step S105-4-11-14.

That is, in the present embodiment, when the game number counter for activating the time saving game state B reaches "898" in the normal game state, the normal game state is shifted to the time saving game state B. In addition, since the game number counter for activating the time saving game state B is cleared in step S105-4-7 of FIG. When the symbol variation game is played 898 times (unfavorable situation for the player), the game moves to the time-saving game state B as a remedy. As a result, "898" times becomes one standard, and the number of players who continue playing without limit can be reduced.

It should be noted that the transition to the time-saving gaming state B in the process may be referred to as "opportunity 2" or "time-saving gaming state operated (shifted) by opportunity 2".

Further, as described above, when a plurality of stages of set values are provided, the value of the number-of-games counter for activating the time-saving game state B, which shifts to the time-saving game state B, may be common to all set values. For example, even when the set value is 1 or when the set value is 6, the value of the number-of-games counter for activating the time-saving game state B that shifts to the time-saving game state B may be "898". As a result, it is possible to prevent the game from being blindly continued without knowing which set value is set, and it is possible to clarify the standard such as "898" times regardless of what set value is set. can.

On the other hand, when a plurality of stages of set values are provided as described above, the value of the number-of-games counter for activating the time-saving game state B, which shifts to the time-saving game state B, may be varied for each set value. For example, when the set value is 1, it may be set to "898", and when the set value is 6, it may be set to "750". As a result, the set value can be grasped from the number of games that shift to the time-saving game state B, so that attention is paid to the number of games to shift to the time-saving game state B, leading to an improvement in game interest.

(Step S105-4-11-14)
At step S105-4-11-14, the main CPU 101 sets "1212" in the time-saving game state game number counter provided in the main RAM 103. FIG. That is, in the time-saving gaming state A and the normal gaming state, if the symbol variation game is continuously performed "898" times without winning the winning game (disadvantageous situation for the player), the number of "1212" times is relieved. Time saving game state B is given. When "1212" is set in the time-saving game state game number counter, the process proceeds to step S105-4-11-15.

(Step S105-4-11-15)
In step S105-4-11-15, the main CPU 101 transmits a game state designation command (time reduction B) indicating the time reduction game state B to the effect control board 200, in order to transmit the game state designation command (time reduction B) is set in the command transmission area. Then, when the game state designation command (time saving B) indicating that the time saving game state B is set, the process proceeds to step S105-4-11-16.

(Step S105-4-11-16)
In step S105-4-11-16, the main CPU 101 clears the number-of-games counter for activating the time-saving gaming state B in the main RAM 103 (sets the counter value to 0). Then, when the number-of-games counter for activating the time-saving gaming state B is cleared (the counter value is set to 0), the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S105-4-11-17)
In step S105-4-11-17, the main CPU 101 determines whether the current game state is the time-saving game state B. Specifically, it is determined whether or not "3" indicating the time-saving game state B is stored in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103 . And, if the current game state is the time-saving game state B, the process proceeds to step S105-4-11-18, if the current game state is not the time-saving game state B, step S105-4-11 -23.

(Step S105-4-11-18)
In step S105-4-11-18, the main CPU 101 updates (subtracts) the time-saving game state game number counter provided in the main RAM 103. FIG. Specifically, the time-saving game state game number counter is "-1". Then, when the time-saving game state game number counter is updated (subtracted), the process proceeds to step S105-4-11-19.

(Step S105-4-11-19)
At step S105-4-11-19, the main CPU 101 sets a game number counter command. When the number-of-games counter command is set, the process proceeds to step S105-4-11-20.

(Step S105-4-11-20)
At step S105-4-11-20, the main CPU 101 determines whether the counter value after the subtraction is 0 as a result of updating (subtracting) the number-of-time-reduction game state counter at step S105-4-11-18. . Then, if the counter value after subtraction is 0, the process proceeds to step S105-4-11-21, and if the counter value after subtraction is not 0, step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process. to process.

(Step S105-4-11-21)
At step S105-4-11-21, the main CPU 101 changes the game state to the normal game state. Specifically, "0" is stored in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103 to indicate the normal game state. Then, when the game state is changed to the normal game state, the process proceeds to step S105-4-11-22.

(Step S105-4-11-22)
In step S105-4-11-22, the main CPU 101 sends the game state designation command (normal) to the production control board 200 to indicate that the game state is normal. Set in the command transmission area. Then, when the game state designation command (normal) indicating the normal game state is set, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S105-4-11-23)
In step S105-4-11-23, the main CPU 101 updates (adds) the variable probability game state game number counter provided in the main RAM 103. FIG. Specifically, the probability variable gaming state game number counter is "+1". Then, when the probability variable gaming state game number counter is updated (added), the process proceeds to step S105-4-11-24.
It should be noted that, as a result of updating (adding) the probability variable gaming state game number counter, when it reaches 10000, the same processing as steps S105-4-11-6 and S105-4-11-7 is performed, but omitted in the flowchart do.

(Step S105-4-11-24)
At step S105-4-11-24, the main CPU 101 sets a game number counter command. When the number-of-games counter command is set, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Regarding winning game processing)
FIG. 23 is a flowchart (subroutine of step S105-5 of special symbol related processing) showing the winning game processing performed in the main control board 100. FIG.

(Step S105-5-1)
In step S105-5-1, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the winning opening is in progress. That is, it is determined whether or not "0" indicating a winning opening is set in the winning state storage area of the main RAM 103 . It should be noted that when the big winning opening is opened in step S105-5-3, which will be described later, the value of the winning state storage area changes from "0" to "1". If it is during the winning opening, the process proceeds to step S105-5-2, and if it is not during the winning opening, the process proceeds to step S105-5-4.

(Step S105-5-2)
In step S105-5-2, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the time corresponding to the winning opening (for example, "10S") has elapsed. Then, if the time corresponding to the winning opening has elapsed, the process proceeds to step S105-5-3, and if the time corresponding to the winning opening has not elapsed, step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt processing. to process.

(Step S105-5-3)
In step S105-5-3, the main CPU 101 opens the big winning opening 24 by driving the big winning opening opening/closing solenoid 24b. Also, in the time management counter of the main RAM 103, the open time of 29.5 seconds is set. As a result, the first round of the winning game is started. In this process, the value of the winning state storage area is changed from "0" to "1". Then, when the big winning opening 24 is opened, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S105-5-4)
At step S105-5-4, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the big winning opening is open. It is determined whether or not "1" indicating that the big winning hole is open is set in the winning state storage area of the main RAM 103. - 特許庁Then, when the big winning opening is being opened, the process proceeds to step S105-5-5, and when the big winning opening is not being opened, the process proceeds to step S105-5-7.

(Step S105-5-5)
In step S105-5-5, the main CPU 101 determines whether 29.5 seconds have passed while the big winning hole 24 remains open without 10 balls being detected by the big winning hole detection SW 24a, or the main CPU 101 detects the big winning hole. It is determined whether or not 10 balls have been detected by the SW 24a, or whether any condition for closing the big winning opening has been established. Then, if the condition for closing the big winning opening is satisfied, the process proceeds to step S105-5-6, and if the closing condition for the big winning opening is not satisfied, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process. to migrate.

(Step S105-5-6)
In step S105-5-6, the main CPU 101 shifts to an inter-round interval that constitutes a period from when the big winning port 24 is closed to when it is next opened. In this process, the value of the winning state storage area is changed from "1" to "2". When the inter-round interval is entered, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S105-5-7)
In step S105-5-7, the main CPU 101 determines whether the interval between rounds is in progress. That is, it is determined whether or not "2" indicating the inter-round interval is set in the winning state storage area of the main RAM 103 . If it is during the interval between rounds, the process proceeds to step S105-5-8, and if it is not during the interval between rounds, the process proceeds to step S105-5-13.

(Step S105-5-8)
In step S105-5-8, the main CPU 101 determines whether it is time to end the final round. For example, in step S105-5-11, which will be described later, as a result of updating (incrementing or decrementing) the number of rounds, if the number of remaining rounds is "0", it is determined that the last round has ended. If it is the end of the final round, the process proceeds to step S105-5-9, and if it is not the end of the final round, the process proceeds to step S105-5-11.

(Step S105-5-9)
In step S105-5-9, the main CPU 101 shifts to an ending informing that the winning game has ended. In this process, the value of the winning state storage area is changed from "2" to "3". Also, the time corresponding to the ending of the winning game (for example, 10 seconds) is set in the time management counter of the main RAM 103 . Then, when the process is shifted to the ending, the process shifts to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S105-5-10)
In step S105-5-10, the main CPU 101 sets the ending command in the command transmission area in order to transmit the ending command for executing the effect corresponding to the ending of the winning game to the effect control board 200. Then, when the ending command is set, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S105-5-11)
At step S105-5-11, the main CPU 101 updates the value of the round number counter of the main RAM 103. FIG. The update method may be increment or decrement. For example, when 5 rounds are awarded, the round number counter of the main RAM 103 may be set to "5" and decremented by 1 each time one round is completed. may be incremented by 1 each time one round is digested instead of setting "5" to . After updating the number of rounds, the process proceeds to step S105-5-12.

(Step S105-5-12)
At step S105-5-12, the main CPU 101 opens the big winning opening 24 by driving the big winning opening opening/closing solenoid 24b. Also, in the time management counter of the main RAM 103, the open time of 29.5 seconds is set. As a result, the second and subsequent rounds of the winning game are started. In this process, the value of the winning state storage area is changed from "0" to "1". Then, when the big winning opening 24 is opened, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S105-5-13)
At step S105-5-13, the main CPU 101 determines whether the time (for example, 10 seconds) corresponding to the ending set at step S105-5-9 has passed. Then, if the time corresponding to the ending has passed, the process proceeds to step S105-5-14, and if the time corresponding to the ending has not passed, step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process. to process.

(Step S105-5-14)
In step S105-5-14, the main CPU 101 determines whether the special symbol is one of "special symbol A", "special symbol B" and "special symbol E". That is, it is determined whether the special symbol determined based on the hit is one of "special symbol A", "special symbol B", and "special symbol E". Then, if the special symbol is one of "special symbol A", "special symbol B", and "special symbol E", the process proceeds to step S105-5-15, and the special symbol is "special symbol A". , "special symbol B" and "special symbol E", the process proceeds to step S105-5-18.

(Step S105-5-15)
At step S105-5-15, the main CPU 101 sets the gaming state to the variable probability gaming state. Therefore, in this process, "2" is set in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103. FIG. When "2" is set in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103, the process proceeds to step S105-5-16.

(Step S105-5-16)
In step S105-5-16, the main CPU 101 transmits a gaming state designation command (variable probability) to the production control board 200 to transmit the gaming state designation command (variable probability) indicating that the variable probability gaming state is in effect. Set to area. Then, when the game state designation command indicating the variable probability game state is set, the process proceeds to step S105-5-17.

(Step S105-5-17)
At step S105-5-17, the main CPU 101 sets the special symbol state flag storage area of the main RAM 103 to a value "0" indicating that the game is stopped. Then, in the special symbol state flag storage area, when the value "0" indicating that the game is stopped is set, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S105-5-18)
In step S105-5-18, the main CPU 101 sets the game state to the time-saving game state A. FIG. Therefore, in this process, "1" is set in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103. FIG. When "1" is set in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103, the process proceeds to step S105-5-19.

It should be noted that the transition to the time-saving gaming state A in the process may be referred to as "opportunity 1" or "time-saving gaming state operated (shifted) by the opportunity 1" below.

(Step S105-5-19)
In step S105-5-19, the main CPU 101 sets the time-saving game state game number counter provided in the main RAM 103 to "100". As a result, the time-saving game state A of "100" times starts from the next variation. When "100" is set in the time-saving game state game number counter provided in the main RAM 103, the process proceeds to step S105-5-20.

It should be noted that there may be a plurality of types of values set in the time-saving game state game number counter for both "opportunity 1" and "opportunity 2". Also, one of the "trigger 1" and "trigger 2" has a plurality of types, but the other may have only one type.

(Step S105-5-20)
In step S105-5-20, the main CPU 101 sets a command transmission area in order to transmit a game state designation command (time saving A) indicating the time saving game state A to the effect control board 200. FIG. Then, when the game state designation command (time saving A) indicating the time saving game state A is set, the process proceeds to step S105-5-21.

(Step S105-5-21)
At step S105-5-21, the main CPU 101 sets the special symbol state flag storage area of the main RAM 103 to a value "0" indicating that the game is stopped. Then, in the special symbol state flag storage area, when the value "0" indicating that the game is stopped is set, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Regarding abnormality determination processing)
FIG. 24 is a flowchart (subroutine of step S108 of the main control board timer interrupt process) showing the abnormality determination process performed in the main control board 100. FIG.

(Step S108-1)
In step S108-1, the main CPU 101 determines whether a magnetic sensor input has been made. Specifically, it is determined whether an input has been made from the magnetic sensor 27h. If an input is made from the magnetic sensor 27h, the process proceeds to step S108-2, and if no input is made from the magnetic sensor 27h, the process proceeds to step S108-4.

(Step S108-2)
In step S108-2, the main CPU 101 determines whether the amount of magnetism detected by the magnetic sensor 27h exceeds a specified value. If the amount of magnetism detected by the magnetic sensor 27h exceeds the specified value, the process proceeds to step S108-3, and if the amount of magnetism detected by the magnetic sensor 27h does not exceed the specified value, , the process proceeds to step S108-4.

(Step S108-3)
In step S108-3, the main CPU 101 sets the magnetic anomaly error designation command in the command transmission area in order to transmit the magnetic anomaly error designation command for notifying the magnetic anomaly to the effect control board 200. FIG. Then, when the magnetic anomaly error designation command is set, the process proceeds to step S108-4.

(Step S108-4)
In step S108-4, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not an electric wave sensor input has been made. Specifically, it is determined whether an input has been made from the radio wave sensor 27i. If an input is made from the radio wave sensor 27i, the process proceeds to step S108-5, and if no input is made from the radio wave sensor 27i, the process proceeds to step S109.

(Step S108-5)
In step S108-5, the main CPU 101 determines whether the amount of radio waves detected by the radio wave sensor 27i exceeds a specified value. If the amount of radio waves detected by the radio wave sensor 27i exceeds the specified value, the process proceeds to step S108-6. , the process proceeds to step S109.

(Step S108-6)
In step S108-6, the main CPU 101 sets the radio wave abnormality error designation command in the command transmission area in order to transmit the radio wave abnormality error designation command for notifying the radio wave abnormality to the effect control board 200. Then, when the radio wave abnormality error designation command is set, the process proceeds to step S109.

Next, control processing performed by the sub CPU 201 of the effect control board 200 will be described.

(Regarding control processing performed by the sub CPU 201)
Control programs shown in the flowcharts of FIGS. 25 to 29 are stored in the sub ROM 202, and the sub CPU 201 reads the control programs from the sub ROM 202 and performs control processing according to the read control programs.

(Step S200)
In step S200, the sub CPU 201 determines whether the pachinko gaming machine 1 is in a power outage (power outage state). As a result, when the power is interrupted (power outage state), the process of step S200 is repeatedly executed, and when the power is not interrupted (power outage state), the process proceeds to step S201. It should be noted that during a power outage (power outage state), the process can be executed using a backup power supply (not shown).

(Step S201)
In step S201, the sub CPU 201 performs initial setting processing for initializing the values of internal registers and the like. After completing the initial setting process, the process proceeds to step S202.

(Step S202)
In step S202, the sub CPU 201 sets CTC. That is, a CTC (counter timer circuit) that has a function to create a pulse output with a constant period and a function to measure time is set, and the effect control board timer interrupt processing, which will be described later, is performed periodically every 4 ms. , set the time constant register of the CTC. After setting the CTC, the process proceeds to step S203.

(Step S203)
In step S203, the sub CPU 201 prohibits the interruption of the effect control board timer interrupt process which is periodically executed by interrupting the effect control board main process. When the interrupt is prohibited, the process proceeds to step S204.

(Step S204)
In step S204, the sub CPU 201 updates the random number for effect. Then, when the effect random number updating process ends, the process proceeds to step S205.

(Step S205)
In step S205, the sub CPU 201 permits the interruption of the effect control board timer interrupt process which is periodically executed by interrupting the effect control board main process. Then, when the interrupt is permitted, the process moves to step S203 again, and thereafter steps S203 to S205 are looped.

(Regarding production control board timer interrupt processing)
FIG. 26 is a flow chart showing the effect control board timer interruption process performed in the effect control board 200. As shown in FIG. This process is a process that is executed by interrupting the above-described effect control board main process periodically (for example, every 4 ms).

(Step S300)
In step S300, the sub CPU 201 saves the contents of the register to the stack area. After saving the contents of the register to the stack area, the process proceeds to step S301.

(Step S301)
In step S<b>301 , the sub CPU 201 performs processing for updating the timer managed by the effect control board 200 . After updating the timer, the process proceeds to step S302.

(Step S302)
In step S302, the sub CPU 201 performs input processing of the operation device shown in FIG. Note that this processing will be described later in detail with reference to FIG. 27 . Then, when the operation device input processing is completed, the processing proceeds to step S303.

(Step S303)
In step S303, the sub CPU 201 performs main command reception processing shown in FIGS. This process will be detailed later with reference to FIGS. 28 and 29. FIG. Then, when the main command reception process ends, the process proceeds to step S304.

(Step S304)
In step S304, the sub CPU 201 performs processing for transmitting a subcommand. A subcommand is a command that is set in the main command receiving process of FIGS. 28 and 29, which will be described later. In this process, the subcommand is sent to the image/sound control section 200b and the light emission drive control section 200c. . Then, the image/sound control unit 200b and the light emission drive control unit 200c that have received the subcommand control the effects of display, sound, light emission, and drive corresponding to the subcommand. Then, when the subcommand is transmitted, the process proceeds 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 are returned to the register, the effect control board timer interrupt processing is terminated.

(Regarding operation device input processing)
FIG. 27 is a flowchart (a subroutine of step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process) showing the operation device input process performed in the effect control board 200. FIG.

(Step S302-1)
In step S302-1, the sub CPU 201 determines whether the cross key detection SW (up or down) input has been performed. The cross-key detection SW 16a shown in FIG. 5 has switches corresponding to the up, down, left, and right sides of the cross-key button 16. For example, if the top of the cross-key button 16 is operated, It can be determined that the input of the cross key detection SW (up) has been performed. Then, when the cross key detection SW (up or down) input is performed, the process proceeds to step S302-2, and when the cross key detection SW (up or down) input is not performed, step S302- 5 is processed.

(Step S302-2)
In step S302-2, the sub CPU 201 determines whether an upward cross key detection SW input has been made. If an upward cross key detection SW input is made, the process proceeds to step S302-3, and if an upward cross key detection SW input is not made, the process proceeds to step S302-4. Transition.

(Step S302-3)
In step S302-3, the sub CPU 201 transmits the light amount value change (increase) subcommand to the image/sound control unit 200b and the light emission drive control unit 200c. to set. Thereby, the brightness of the image display device 26 and the light emitting device 9 can be increased. Then, when the light amount value change (increase) subcommand is set, the process proceeds to step S303 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S302-4)
In step S302-4, the sub CPU 201 transmits the light amount value change (decrease) subcommand to the image/sound control unit 200b and the light emission drive control unit 200c. to set. Thereby, the brightness of the image display device 26 and the light emitting device 9 can be lowered. Then, when the light amount value change (decrease) subcommand is set, the process proceeds to step S303 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S302-5)
In step S302-5, the sub CPU 201 determines whether the cross key detection SW (left or right) input has been performed. Then, when the cross key detection SW (left or right) input is performed, the process proceeds to step S302-6, and when the cross key detection SW (left or right) input is not performed, step S302- The processing is shifted to 9.

(Step S302-6)
In step S302-6, the sub CPU 201 determines whether a right direction cross key detection SW input has been performed. If the right direction cross key detection SW input is performed, the process proceeds to step S302-7, and if the right direction cross key detection SW input is not performed, the process proceeds to step S302-8. Transition.

(Step S302-7)
In step S302-7, the sub CPU 201 sets a volume value change (increase) subcommand in the subcommand transmission area in order to transmit the volume value change (increase) subcommand to the image/sound control unit 200b. As a result, the volume value of BGM (background music), sound effects, etc. output from the speaker 10 can be increased. Then, when the volume value change (increase) subcommand is set, the process proceeds to step S303 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S302-8)
In step S302-8, the sub CPU 201 sets the volume value change (decrease) subcommand in the subcommand transmission area in order to transmit the volume value change (decrease) subcommand to the image/sound control unit 200b. As a result, the volume value of BGM, sound effects, etc. output from the speaker 10 can be lowered. Then, when the volume value change (decrease) subcommand is set, the process proceeds to step S303 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

Note that steps S302-1 to S302-8 show processing when the cross key button 16 is operated to adjust the volume and adjust the light intensity, but this is only an example. Instead, other processing may be performed by operating the cross key button 16 . For example, the operation of the cross key button 16 may be used to change the item in the menu.

(Step S302-9)
In step S302-9, the sub CPU 201 performs processing corresponding to other operating devices. For example, if there is an input from the production button detection SW 14a, a production button operation subcommand is sent to the image/sound control unit 200b and the light emission drive control unit 200c, and if there is an input from the production lever detection SW 15a, the production lever operation subcommand is sent. It is transmitted to the image/sound control unit 200b and the light emission drive control unit 200c. Then, when the processing corresponding to the other operating devices is finished, the processing is shifted to step S303 of the effect control board timer interrupt processing.

(Regarding main command reception processing)
FIG. 28 is a flowchart (a subroutine of step S301 of the effect control board timer interrupt process) showing the main command receiving process 1/2 performed in the effect control board 200. As shown in FIG.

(Step S301-1)
In step S301-1, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not a power-related information command has been received. The power-related information command includes the above-described power-on designation command and power restoration designation command. Then, when the power-related information command is received, the process proceeds to step S301-2, and when the power-related information command is not received, the process proceeds to step S301-4.

(Step S301-2)
In step S301-2, the sub CPU 201 performs a power-related information command reception process. For example, when a power-on designation command is received, processing related to power-on is performed, and when a power-restoration designation command is received, power restoration processing is performed. Then, after finishing the processing, the processing moves to step S301-3.

(Step S301-3)
In step S301-3, the sub CPU 201 sets a power source related subcommand in the subcommand transmission area in order to transmit the power source related subcommand to the image/sound control unit 200b and the light emission drive control unit 200c. After finishing the process, the process proceeds to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S301-4)
In step S301-4, the sub CPU 201 determines whether an error-related information command has been received. The error-related information command includes the above-mentioned magnetic anomaly error designation command, radio wave anomaly error designation command, and the like. If the error-related information command has been received, the process proceeds to step S301-5, and if the error-related information command has not been received, the process proceeds to step S301-7.

(Step S301-5)
In step S301-5, the sub CPU 201 performs processing when receiving an error-related information command. For example, when a magnetic anomaly error designation command is received, a magnetic anomaly error process is performed, and when a radio wave anomaly error designation command is received, a radio wave anomaly error process is performed. Then, after finishing the processing, the processing moves to step S301-6.

(Step S301-6)
In step S301-6, the sub CPU 201 sets an error-related subcommand in the subcommand transmission area in order to transmit the error-related subcommand to the image/sound control unit 200b and the light emission drive control unit 200c. After finishing the process, the process proceeds 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 it has received a start port related information command. The starting opening related information command includes the above-described first starting opening winning designation command, second starting opening winning designation command, and special symbol storage designation command. Then, when the start port related information command is received, the process proceeds to step S301-8, and when the start port related information command is not received, the process proceeds to step S301-11.

(Step S301-8)
In step S301-8, the sub CPU 201 performs icon change effect determination processing. Specifically, when receiving the first starting opening winning designation command or the second starting opening winning designation command, the sub CPU 201 refers to the information of the determination result of the winning determination process included in the command, The display mode of the variable icon and the pending icon (the color of the variable icon and the pending icon described in the "holding prefetch effect" to be described later) is determined. Then, after finishing the processing, the processing moves to step S301-9.

(Step S301-9)
In step S301-9, the sub CPU 201 performs a starting opening light emitting device change effect determination process. The light emission color of the starting door light emitting device is linked to the color of the pending icon determined in step S301-8. If it is decided to use blue, the starting port light emitting device 21a also emits blue light. Then, after finishing the processing, the processing moves to step S301-10.

(Step S301-10)
In step S301-10, the sub CPU 201 sets the starting port related subcommand in the subcommand transmission area in order to transmit the starting port related subcommand to the image/sound control unit 200b and the light emission drive control unit 200c. After finishing the process, the process proceeds to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S301-11)
At step S301-11, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not a gaming state related information command has been received. The game state related information command includes a game state designation command (normal), a game state designation command (time saving A, time saving B), and a game state designation command (variable probability). Then, when the game state related information command is received, the process proceeds to step S301-12, and when the game state related information command is not received, the process proceeds to step S301-14.

(Step S301-12)
At step S301-12, the sub CPU 201 performs a game state related information command reception process. For example, when the game state designation command (normal) is received, the processing related to the normal game state is performed, and when the game state designation command (time saving A, time saving B) is received, the processing related to each time saving game state is performed, and the game state designation command When (probability variation) is received, the processing related to the probability variation gaming state is performed. Then, when the process is finished, the process moves to step S301-13.

(Step S301-13)
In step S301-13, the sub CPU 201 sets the game state related subcommand in the subcommand transmission area in order to transmit the game state related subcommand to the image/sound control unit 200b and the light emission drive control unit 200c. After finishing the process, the process proceeds to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S301-14)
In step S301-14, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not it has received a production symbol designation command. Then, when the performance design designation command is received, the processing is shifted to step S301-15, and when the performance design designation command is not received, the processing is shifted to step S301-17.

(Step S301-15)
In step S301-15, the sub CPU 201 performs a process when receiving a performance symbol designation command. For example, when a performance pattern specifying command designating a special pattern A is received, the combination of decorative patterns '777' is determined so that the pattern combination of '777' is definitely displayed as the decorative pattern. It should be noted that, when receiving the performance design designation command designating the special design A, the combination of the design of the decorative design "444" is determined so that the combination of the design of "444" is displayed as the decorative design. good too. In this case, after the winning game is completed, the game may be shifted to the time-saving game state A so that the actual game state is the probability variable game state while the appearance is the time-saving game state A. . With this configuration, even the time-saving game state A may be advantageous in terms of appearance, so that the interest in the game can be improved. Then, after finishing the processing, the processing moves to step S301-16.

(Step S301-16)
In step S301-16, the sub CPU 201 sets the effect symbol subcommand in the subcommand transmission area in order to transmit the effect symbol subcommand to the image/sound control unit 200b and the light emission drive control unit 200c. After finishing the process, the process proceeds to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S301-17)
In step S301-17, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not a special symbol variation pattern designation command has been received. Then, when the special symbol variation pattern designation command is received, the process proceeds to step S301-18, and when the special symbol variation pattern designation command is not received, the process proceeds to step S301-23.

(Step S301-18)
In step S301-18, the sub CPU 201 performs variation effect pattern determination processing. Specifically, a variation performance pattern corresponding to the specified special symbol variation pattern is determined from a variation performance pattern determination table (not shown) stored in the sub ROM 202 . In addition, one special symbol variation pattern is associated with one or a plurality of variation performance patterns in the variation performance pattern determination table. For example, if it is "normal fluctuation" (7S) of "variation pattern 2", one corresponding fluctuation effect pattern (7S) is prepared, and "super reach 1" (40S) of "variation pattern 4" If there is, a plurality of corresponding variable effect patterns (40S) are prepared. Then, when "variation pattern 4" is received, any one variation performance pattern is determined from a plurality of prepared variation performance patterns. In addition, since a plurality of prepared variation performance patterns have different performance contents, a plurality of performances can be executed for one variation pattern. Then, after finishing the processing, the processing moves to step S301-19.

(Step S301-19)
In step S301-19, the sub CPU 201 performs icon change effect update processing. The icon change effect update process is to update the color of the icon determined in step S301-8 based on a change scenario (not shown). For example, if the change scenario is blue→yellow, it is determined to change to yellow in the process. In other words, the icon may change color each time a game with one variation is played. Then, when the process is completed, the process proceeds to step S301-20.

(Step S301-20)
In step S301-20, the sub CPU 201 performs a starting opening light emitting device change effect update process. This process is performed in conjunction with the color updated in step S301-19. For example, if the color is updated to yellow in step S301-19, the starting port light emitting device 21a also changes from blue to yellow. change to Then, after finishing the processing, the processing moves to step S301-21.

(Step S301-21)
In step S301-21, the sub CPU 201 performs a big-hit announcement effect determination process. Specifically, a big hit notice effect to be executed in the symbol variation game is determined from a big win notice effect determination table (not shown) stored in the sub ROM 202 . Here, the big hit announcement effect is an effect that can be executed in the symbol variation game, and one symbol variation game can execute one or a plurality of big win announcement effects. In addition, the big hit notice effect is difficult to be determined when it is determined to be a hit in the special symbol hit determination process, and is easily determined when it is determined to be lost (big hit notice effect A), or in the special symbol hit determination process. It is easy to decide when it is determined to be a hit, and it is difficult to decide when it is determined to be a loss (big hit announcement performance B), and it is possible to decide only when it is determined to be a win in the special pattern winning determination process. It is provided with the one that is not determined when it is determined to be a loss (big hit notice effect C, so-called premier notice). Also, in a winning symbol variation game, multiple announcements are likely to be made, and in a losing (especially normal variation, losing) symbol variation game, it is difficult to make multiple announcements. However, there is a tendency that multiple advance notices are likely to be executed when super reach is performed even if the game is lost. Then, after finishing the processing, the processing moves to step S301-22.

(Step S301-22)
In step S301-22, the sub CPU 201 sends the variation pattern subcommand (for example, the information determined in steps S301-18 to S301-21) to the image/sound control unit 200b and the light emission drive control unit 200c. , set a variation pattern-related subcommand in the subcommand transmission area. After finishing the process, the process proceeds to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S301-23)
At step S301-23, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not a special symbol determination command has been received. Then, when the special symbol determination command is received, the process proceeds to step S301-27, and when the special symbol determination command is not received, the process proceeds to step S301-26.

(Step S301-24)
In step S301-24, the sub CPU 201 performs a process when receiving a special symbol determination command. Specifically, processing is performed to confirm and display the left decorative design image 26a, the middle decorative design image 26b, the right decorative design image 26c, and the fourth design image 26d. Then, after finishing the processing, the processing moves to step S301-25.

(Step S301-25)
In step S301-25, the sub CPU 201 sets a special symbol determination subcommand in the subcommand transmission area in order to transmit the special symbol determination subcommand to the image/sound control section 200b and the light emission drive control section 200c. After finishing the process, the process proceeds to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S301-26)
At step S301-26, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not the number-of-games counter command has been received. Then, when the number-of-games counter command is received, the process proceeds to step S301-27, and when the number-of-games counter command is not received, the process proceeds to step S301-29.

(Step S301-27)
At step S301-27, the sub CPU 201 performs a game number counter command reception process. Specifically, referring to the value of the counter of the number-of-games counter command, if the value of the counter is "798", the processing for displaying the number-of-games counter image 26p is performed, and the number-of-games counter image 26p is already displayed. If so, a process for updating display (subtraction display) of the number-of-games counter image 26p is performed. Then, when the process is completed, the process proceeds to step S301-28.

(Step S301-28)
In step S301-28, the sub CPU 201 sets the game number counter related subcommand in the subcommand transmission area in order to transmit the game number counter related subcommand to the image/sound control section 200b and the light emission drive control section 200c. . After finishing the process, the process proceeds to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S301-29)
In step S301-29, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not it has received a game number display update command. Then, if the command for updating the display of the number of games has been received, the process proceeds to step S301-30, and if the command for updating the display of the number of games has not been received, the process proceeds to step S301-32.

(Step S301-30)
In step S301-30, the sub CPU 201 performs processing when receiving a game number display update command. Specifically, in the display layer in which the number-of-games image 26q is developed, a process for updating (adding and displaying) the number-of-games image 26q is performed. Then, after finishing the processing, the processing moves to step S301-31.

(Step S301-31)
In step S301-31, the sub CPU 201 stores the game count display update related subcommand in the subcommand transmission area in order to transmit the game count display update related subcommand to the image/sound control unit 200b and the light emission drive control unit 200c. set command. After finishing the process, the process proceeds to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S301-32)
In step S301-32, the sub CPU 201 performs processing corresponding to other received commands. For example, when a setting value changing command, a setting value checking command, and a setting value checking end command are received, processing corresponding to these received commands is performed. After finishing the process, the process proceeds to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

Next, examples of various effects that can be executed by the pachinko gaming machine 1 in this embodiment will be described below.

(Look-ahead effect)
The look-ahead effect means that prior to the special symbol hit determination process in the special symbol variation start process at the timing when the game ball enters the first start port 21 or the second start port 22 (for example, advance determination processing (for example, in FIG. 18 Winning time determination processing) is performed, and it is an effect that is executed based on the determination result of the preliminary determination processing. If the look-ahead effect is not installed, for example, when the game ball enters the first start port 21, after acquiring and storing the determination information (random number value), special symbol hit determination is performed in the special symbol variation start processing. Since the process is performed, even if the judgment information (random value) is stored in the "fourth storage area", it will not be judged whether it is a hit or not until the judgment information (random value) is moved to the "variable storage area" not. Therefore, even if you have obtained the judgment information (random value) of "hit", you will have a sense of anticipation of winning at the stage before the judgment information (random value) is transferred to the "variable storage area". It is not possible to execute a performance that enhances the performance. However, if a look-ahead effect is installed, for example, "pre-determination processing (determination processing at the time of winning a prize)" is performed, and after determining "hit" or "losing", determination information (random value ) is transferred (including the variation transferred to the relevant variation storage area), continuous production can be executed, so the determination information (random value) is transferred to the "variation storage area". You will be able to raise the expectation of "hit" from the previous stage.

A specific example of the look-ahead effect is a "suspended look-ahead effect". "Reservation look-ahead effect" mainly refers to the variation icon displayed in the variation icon display area 26o, the first starting opening first reserved ball image display area 26g to the first starting opening fourth reserved ball image display area 26j. It is an effect using the reserved icon to be displayed and the reserved icon displayed in the second starting opening first reserved ball image display area 26k to the second starting opening fourth reserved ball image display area 26n. For example, when the determination information (random value) is stored up to the above-mentioned "third storage area", when the game ball enters the first start port 21, the determination information (random value) is stored in the "fourth storage area" numerical value) is stored, pre-determination processing is performed. Then, based on the determination result of the preliminary determination process, if it is determined to perform the pending look-ahead effect, the default normal color (white) pending icon ( Display a prefetch pending icon that is different from the normal icon). As the prefetch pending icon, for example, it is possible to display multiple types and stages such as “blue”, “yellow”, “green”, “red”, and “rainbow”, and the determination result of the preliminary determination process is “hit”. In the case of , one of "blue", "yellow", "green", "red", and "rainbow" can be displayed. Either "yellow", "green" or "red" can be displayed. Then, "Rainbow" can be selected only in the case of "winning", and in the case of "winning", it is easy to select "red", and in the case of "losing", select "blue". By making it easier, the expectations for the “red” hit are increased. Note that the relationship of the degree of expectation for a win is rainbow>red>green>yellow>blue>normal in descending order of the degree of expectation for a win. In the following, such an effect may be referred to as "holding change effect".

Further, as a specific example of another effect of the look-ahead effect, there is a "flash effect at the time of winning". "Flash effect at the time of winning" means that when a game ball enters the starting hole, the speaker lamp 10a provided in the lower speaker 10 emits light, and the symbol variation game related to the entering ball starts, or By continuing to emit light until the execution of the symbol variation game related to the entering ball or until the end of the symbol variation game related to the entering ball, it is an effect that raises the expectation for winning. For example, when the determination information (random value) is stored up to the above-mentioned "third storage area", when the game ball enters the first start port 21, the determination information (random value) is stored in the "fourth storage area" numerical value) is stored, pre-determination processing is performed. Then, if it is determined that the flash effect at the time of winning is performed based on the determination result of the preliminary determination process, a scenario for emitting light from the speaker lamp 10a (scenario in which the emission color is determined) is selected, and the selected scenario is selected. , the speaker lamp 10a is caused to emit light.
The color of light emitted from the speaker lamp 10a is, for example, red>green>blue in descending order of the degree of expectation for winning. It is also possible to change to a higher color. Also, it is possible to output a winning sound corresponding to each color.

Further, as a specific example of another effect of the look-ahead effect, there is a "zone effect". A “zone effect” is a effect mainly using the image display device 26 . For example, when the determination information (random value) is stored up to the above-mentioned "third storage area", when the game ball enters the first start port 21, the determination information (random value) is stored in the "fourth storage area" numerical value) is stored, pre-determination processing is performed. Then, when it is determined that the zone effect is to be performed based on the determination result of the preliminary determination process, for example, in the next symbol variation game, the image display device 26 displays "When all the special symbols are aligned, enter the ○○ zone!" And so on, after performing a production to incite the rush, align the special symbols and rush into the "○○ zone", and the determination information (random value) stored in the above-mentioned "fourth storage area" ” until the change is moved to “○○ zone” effect. During execution of this "XX zone" effect, the image display device 26 displays a telop such as "In the XX zone". The "zone effect" is more likely to be executed when it is determined to be "win" in the preliminary determination process, and is less likely to be executed when it is determined to be "losing". A great expectation can be given to the game being given.

Further, as a specific example of another effect of the look-ahead effect, there is a "chance continuous notice". The “chance eye continuous notice” is an effect using the left decorative design image 26a, the middle decorative design image 26b, and the right decorative design image 26c mainly displayed on the image display device 26. FIG. For example, when the determination information (random value) is stored up to the above-mentioned "third storage area", when the game ball enters the first start port 21, the determination information (random value) is stored in the "fourth storage area" numerical value) is stored, pre-determination processing is performed. Then, when it is determined that the chance consecutive effect is performed based on the determination result of the preliminary determination process, for example, the symbol variation game corresponding to the determination information (random value) stored in the "first storage area" is executed. Confirmation display, symbol variation game confirmation display corresponding to the determination information (random value) stored in the "second storage area", and determination information (random value) stored in the "third storage area" The combination of the decorative pattern images of the same color is stopped in the confirmation display of the pattern variation game and the. For example, in the decorative pattern image, '333' and '777' are red, '111' and '555' are green, and '222' and '444' are red. , "666" and "888" are composed of blue, combinations of only red such as "337" and "773", combinations of only green such as "115" and "551", and combinations of "246" and "246". ” and “628”, which are blue only combinations, are displayed over multiple variations, creating an effect that makes people expect that a win will be awarded in the subsequent symbol variation game. In addition, in the case of winning, it is easy to select a combination with only red, and in the case of losing, it is easy to select a combination with only blue. is increasing.

(Pseudo consecutive notice)
The pseudo-continuous notice is an effect using the left decorative symbol image 26a, the middle decorative symbol image 26b, the right decorative symbol image 26c, and the pseudo-continuous dedicated symbols that are mainly displayed on the image display device 26. In the "game", by repeating the temporary stop display of the decorative pattern, it is an effect that makes it appear as if the variation is being performed multiple times. For example, as shown in FIG. 9, a pseudo-run can be executed two or three times, and the more the number increases, the higher the expectation of winning. As a specific effect content, for example, "5" is temporarily stopped and displayed as the left decorative design image 26a, "6" is temporarily stopped and displayed as the right decorative design image 26c, and "Pseudo" is displayed as the middle decorative design image 26b. "Next exclusive symbol (for example, "NEXT")" is temporarily stopped, and again all the decorative symbol images are variably displayed (at this point, pseudo-continuous two times), and "5" is again displayed as the left decorative symbol image 26a. ' is temporarily stopped, '6' is temporarily stopped displayed as the right decorative design image 26c, and 'pseudo continuous exclusive design (for example, 'NEXT')' is temporarily stopped displayed as the middle decorative design image 26b, Again, all the decorative design images are variably displayed (at this point, three times in a pseudo-continuation). When the temporary stop display is performed and "5" is temporarily stopped displayed as the right decorative design image 26c, the pseudo consecutive display is performed twice, and in the second temporary stop display, "5" is temporarily stopped displayed as the left decorative design image 26a. When "6" is temporarily stopped and displayed as the right decorative symbol image 26c, the pseudo run is three times. In addition, once the ready-to-win state is reached, a so-called "pseudo-run after reach", in which a "pseudo-run dedicated symbol (for example, "NEXT")" is temporarily stopped and displayed as the middle decorative symbol image 26b, or, for example, the first temporary run is displayed. At the start of the fluctuation after the stop display, a notice (symbol stop notice) that a "pseudo-consecutive exclusive pattern (for example, "NEXT")" will be temporarily stopped is displayed in the middle decorative pattern image 26b, and at that point, the pseudo It is also possible to execute an effect such that three times or more in a row is confirmed.

(Regarding the relationship between the winning sound for each icon, the changing sound, and the starting light emitting device (color))
FIG. 30 is a diagram showing the relationship between the winning sound, the changing sound, and the starting light emitting device (color) for each icon. In the figure, the determination time corresponds to the above-described "icon change effect determination processing", and the update time corresponds to the above-described "icon change effect update process". Note that the winning sound and the changing sound are common when the ball enters the first starting hole 21 and when the ball enters the second starting hole 22 .

When the default "normal icon" is displayed, the speaker 10 outputs the sound "Piron♪" as the prize winning sound when the ball enters the starting hole.
Note that in the change scenario, for example, the blue icon will not change to the normal icon, so the column at the time of update is "-".
Further, when the "normal icon" is displayed, the light emission color of the starting port light emitting device 21a is white.

When the "blue icon" is displayed, the speaker 10 outputs a sound "Poron♪" as a prize-winning sound when the ball enters the starting hole.
When the icon changes from the normal icon to the blue icon, the speaker 10 outputs a sound "Poron♪" as a change sound at the time of updating.
Further, when displaying the "blue icon", the emission color of the starting port light emitting device 21a is blue.

When the "yellow icon" is displayed, the speaker 10 outputs a sound "Keep♪" as a prize-winning sound when the ball enters the starting hole.
Also, when the normal icon changes to a yellow icon or when the blue icon changes to a yellow icon, a sound "Keep♪" is output from the speaker 10 as a change sound at the time of updating.
Moreover, when displaying a "yellow icon", the luminescent color of the starting port light-emitting device 21a is yellow.

When the "green icon" is displayed, the speaker 10 outputs a sound "bang♪" as a prize-winning sound when the ball enters the starting hole.
Also, when the normal icon changes to a green icon, when the blue icon changes to a green icon, or when the yellow icon changes to a green icon, a sound of "Chang♪" is played on the speaker as the change sound at the time of updating. Output from 10.
Further, when displaying the "green icon", the light emission color of the starting port light emitting device 21a is green.

When the "red icon" is displayed, the speaker 10 outputs the sound "Jackin'" as the prize winning sound when the ball enters the starting hole.
Also, if the normal icon changes to a red icon, if a blue icon changes to a red icon, if a yellow icon changes to a red icon, or if a green icon changes to a red icon, the changes at the time of update As a sound, the sound "Jackin♪" is output from the speaker 10. - 特許庁
Moreover, when displaying a "red icon", the luminescent color of the starting port light-emitting device 21a is red.

When the "rainbow icon" is displayed, the speaker 10 outputs a sound "Quinn♪" as a prize winning sound when the ball enters the starting hole.
Also, when the normal icon changes to the rainbow icon, when the blue icon changes to the rainbow icon, when the yellow icon changes to the rainbow icon, when the green icon changes to the rainbow icon, When the icon changes from a red icon to a rainbow icon, the speaker 10 outputs a sound "Quinn♪" as a changing sound at the time of updating.
Further, when the "rainbow icon" is displayed, the light emission color of the starting port light emitting device 21a is rainbow.

Note that, in the present embodiment, the icons (the variable icon and the pending icon) are not displayed during execution of the super reach because the effect of the super reach is executed using substantially the entire display area.
In this way, even if the icon is hidden during execution of super reach (for example, if the red icon is displayed, even if it is hidden), the starting door light emitting device 21a corresponds to the hidden icon. Since the light is visibly emitted in the color (red) to be displayed, it is possible to recognize from the starting port light emitting device 21a to what color the icon has changed.

Also, since the winning sound and changing sound corresponding to each icon are determined, it is possible to make it easier for the player to notice that the icon has changed (what color it has changed to, etc.).

Note that during execution of Super Reach, the icon (the variable icon, the pending icon) may be displayed, or only the variable icon may be displayed.

Further, the light emission of the starting light emitting device 21a may be extinguished, for example, when the symbol variation game ends (confirmation display). Further, the erasing of the variable icon and the turning off of the starting port light emitting device 21a may be at different timings (for example, erasing is earlier than turning off, or erasing is earlier than turning off), or may be at the same timing.

Next, with reference to FIG. 31, an example relating to the display of the number of games (fluctuation pattern 2) will be described.
FIG. 31 is an example of updated display of the number-of-games counter image 26p and the number-of-games image 26q when variation pattern 2 is executed.

First, at timing T0, the symbol variation game is started. At this time, the number-of-games counter image 26p and the number-of-games image 26q are displayed together. 26q is displayed as "798 games" in the upper left of the display area.
Also, each decorative symbol image is variably displayed, the variable icon is displayed in the variable icon display area 26o, and the reserve icon is displayed in the first start port first reserve ball image display area 26g.

Then, when the timing T1 is reached with the passage of the fluctuation time, commands 19, 21, 22 (see FIGS. 11 and 12) are transmitted from the main control board 100, and the effect control board 200 indicates that the command has been received. there is

Then, when timing T2 is reached, each decorative symbol image is fixedly displayed when "528" is lost, and the symbol variation game is ended (variation is stopped).
At this time, the number-of-games counter image 26p is decremented by 1 to become "99 more", and the number-of-games image 26q is incremented by 1 to become "799 games".
Further, the variable icon is deleted from the variable icon display area 26o.

Although not shown, the display of the number of symbol variation games on the external information display 800 at this time displays "799".
In other words, "the value indicated by the number-of-games image 26q" = "display of the number of symbol-variable games on the external information display 800". It is possible to recognize the number of pattern variation games from.

Next, with reference to FIG. 32, an example relating to the display of the number of games (fluctuation pattern 3) will be described.
FIG. 32 is an example of updated display of the number-of-games counter image 26p and the number-of-games image 26q when variation pattern 3 is executed.

First, at timing T0, the symbol variation game is started. At this time, the number-of-games counter image 26p and the number-of-games image 26q are displayed together. 26q is displayed as "798 games" in the upper left of the display area.
Also, each decorative symbol image is variably displayed, the variable icon is displayed in the variable icon display area 26o, and the reserve icon is displayed in the first start port first reserve ball image display area 26g.

Then, when the timing T1 is reached with the lapse of the fluctuation time, the normal reach with 5 symbols is started. Even if normal reach is started, both the number-of-games counter image 26p and the number-of-games image 26q remain displayed.

Then, when the timing T2 is reached with the passage of the fluctuation time, commands 19, 21, 22 (see FIGS. 11 and 12) are transmitted from the main control board 100, and the effect control board 200 indicates that the command has been received. there is

Then, when timing T3 is reached, each decorative symbol image is fixedly displayed when "535" is lost, and the symbol variation game is ended (variation is stopped).
At this time, the number-of-games counter image 26p is decremented by 1 to become "99 more", and the number-of-games image 26q is incremented by 1 to become "799 games".
Further, the variable icon is deleted from the variable icon display area 26o.

Although not shown, the display of the number of symbol variation games on the external information display 800 at this time displays "799".
In other words, the value indicated by the number-of-games image 26q=the display of the number of symbol-variation games on the external information display device 800, and even if the external information display device 800 is not visually recognized, the number-of-games image 26q indicates symbol variation from a predetermined timing. It is designed to recognize the number of games played.

In addition, as described above, normal reach has a high selection ratio at the time of losing, and it is difficult to execute multiple notices. It can be said that there is a low possibility that the visibility will be lowered (for example, the display of the number-of-games image 26q will make it difficult to see the preview image).
As a result, display (preferred display) of the number-of-games counter image 26p and the number-of-games image 26q can be realized according to the situation.

Next, with reference to FIG. 33, an example relating to the display of the number of games (fluctuation pattern 4) will be described.
FIG. 33 is an example of updated display of the number-of-games counter image 26p and the number-of-games image 26q when variation pattern 4 is executed.

First, at timing T0, the symbol variation game is started. At this time, the number-of-games counter image 26p and the number-of-games image 26q are displayed together. 26q is displayed as "798 games" in the upper left of the display area.
Also, each decorative symbol image is variably displayed, the variable icon is displayed in the variable icon display area 26o, and the reserve icon is displayed in the first start port first reserve ball image display area 26g.

Then, when the timing T1 is reached with the lapse of the fluctuation time, the normal reach with 5 symbols is started. Even if normal reach is started, both the number-of-games counter image 26p and the number-of-games image 26q remain displayed.

Then, at timing T2 during execution of normal ready-to-win, a big hit announcement effect B (group announcement image 26r) is executed. This big hit announcement effect B (group announcement image 26r) uses the entire display area of the image display device 26, and is an effect in which images imitating a plurality of cars (group announcement image 26r) pass from the right side to the left side of the display area. is.
At the timing T2, the number-of-games counter image 26p and the number-of-games image 26q are not displayed so as not to interfere with the big-hit announcement effect B (group announcement image 26r) using the entire display area.

Then, when the execution of the big-hit announcement effect B (the group announcement image 26r) is completed, it develops into super ready-to-win (SP ready-to-win) at timing T3. Even if it develops into super reach, both the number-of-games counter image 26p and the number-of-games image 26q remain hidden. Also, at this timing, the pending icon displayed in the first starting port first pending ball image display area 26g is hidden. As a result, it is possible to prevent the visibility of the effect related to super reach from being impaired.

Then, when the super reach is executed and timing T4 is reached, the determination result of the special symbol hitting determination process is notified. Since the variation pattern 4 in this example corresponds to a loss, an image such as "losing..." and each decorative pattern image are temporarily stopped and displayed in a manner indicating a loss ("565" in this example). Thus, notification of the determination result is executed. The number-of-games counter image 26p and the number-of-games image 26q remain hidden even when the determination result is notified.

Then, the notification of the determination result is executed for a predetermined period of time, and when timing T5 is reached, the display of the background switching image is started. This background switching image is an image that is displayed over the entire display area for a predetermined time (for example, 1 second) when the background image during super reach is returned to the background image at the start of the fluctuation. This includes images, fusuma images, blackouts, whiteouts, and the like.

Then, when timing T6 is reached, the display of the background switching image ends. When the display of the background switching image ends, the number-of-games counter image 26p, the number-of-games image 26q, and the pending icon image are displayed. That is, the display of "100 more times", the display of "798 games", and the display of the pending icon in the first starting port first pending ball image display area 26g are performed. Further, each decorative pattern image is temporarily stopped and displayed at "565". That is, when timing T6 is reached, the number-of-games counter image 26p, the number-of-games image 26q, and the pending icon image, which have been hidden, are displayed again (become visible at the same timing).

Then, when the timing T7 is reached with the passage of the fluctuation time, commands 19, 21, 22 (see FIGS. 11 and 12) are transmitted from the main control board 100, and the effect control board 200 indicates that the command has been received. there is

Then, when timing T8 is reached, each decorative symbol image is fixedly displayed when "565" is lost, and the symbol variation game is ended (variation is stopped).
At this time, although not shown, the number-of-games counter image 26p is decremented by 1 to become "99 more", and the number-of-games image 26q is incremented by 1 to become "799 games".
Further, the variable icon is deleted from the variable icon display area 26o.

Although not shown, the display of the number of symbol variation games on the external information display 800 at this time displays "799".
In other words, "the value indicated by the number-of-games image 26q" = "display of the number of symbol-variable games on the external information display 800". It is possible to recognize the number of pattern variation games from.

In addition, as described above, in Super Reach, multiple notices are likely to be executed even if the player loses (and of course wins). It can be said that there is a high possibility that the number of games will decrease (for example, the display of the number-of-games image 26q will make it difficult to see the preview image). Therefore, the number-of-games counter image 26p and the number-of-games image 26q are not displayed from timing T2 to timing T6.
As a result, display (preferred display) of the number-of-games counter image 26p and the number-of-games image 26q can be realized according to the situation.

In the variation effect based on the variation pattern 4 (loss, super reach 1), the number-of-games image 26q is displayed when timing T6 is reached. , the number-of-games image 26q may not be displayed at timing T6. In this case, the variable effect based on the variable pattern 5 (losing, super reach 2) is finished, and displayed when execution of the variable effect based on the next variable pattern is started.
Further, when timing T6 is reached, the number-of-games counter image 26p, the number-of-games image 26q, and the pending icon image, which have been hidden, are redisplayed. good. For example, the pending icon image may be redisplayed first and the game number image 26q may be redisplayed later, or vice versa.

Next, an example relating to the display of the number of games (variation pattern 10) will be described with reference to FIG.
FIG. 34 is an example of updated display of the number-of-games counter image 26p and the number-of-games image 26q when the variation pattern 10 is executed. In addition, since FIG. 34 differs from FIG. 33 only in whether it is a win or a loss, the explanation will be omitted as appropriate.

The process from timing T0 to timing T4 is the same as in FIG. Then, when timing T4 is reached, the determination result of the special symbol winning determination process is notified. Since the variation pattern 10 in this example corresponds to winning, an image such as "Victory!" Notification of the determination result is executed. The number-of-games counter image 26p and the number-of-games image 26q remain hidden even when the determination result is notified.

Then, when the display of the background switching image ends at timing T6, the temporary stop display of each decorative symbol image is executed without displaying the number-of-games counter image 26p, the number-of-games image 26q, and the pending icon image. It is designed to receive a command and display the confirmation.

In other words, since the number-of-games counter image 26p and the number-of-games image 26q are cleared by winning a winning game, there is no point in redisplaying them at that timing. Since the degree of attention is higher for rainbow-colored display and rainbow-colored light emission, the display is not performed from timing T6 to timing T8.
As a result, display (preferred display) of the number-of-games counter image 26p and the number-of-games image 26q can be realized according to the situation.

In the case of winning, the background switching between timing T5 and timing T6 may be unnecessary. In other words, the display screen at the timing T4 may be confirmed and displayed without switching, and the winning game may be started.

In the variable effect based on the variable pattern 10 (hit, super reach 1), the number-of-games image 26q is not displayed after timing T6. , the number-of-games image 26q may be displayed after timing T6. In this case, the display may be performed from the timing T6 and the non-display may be performed at the timing T8.

Next, an example relating to the display of the number of games (fluctuation pattern 6) will be described with reference to FIG.
FIG. 35 is an example of updated display of the number-of-games counter image 26p and the number-of-games image 26q when the variation pattern 6 is executed.

First, at timing T0, the symbol variation game is started. At this time, the number-of-games counter image 26p and the number-of-games image 26q are displayed together. 26q is displayed as "798 games" in the upper left of the display area.
Also, each decorative symbol image is variably displayed, the variable icon is displayed in the variable icon display area 26o, and the reserve icon is displayed in the first start port first reserve ball image display area 26g.

Then, when the timing T1 is reached as the fluctuation time elapses, the pseudo-continuous swing is executed. Pseudo consecutive fanning means that a special pattern written as "pseudo" of pseudo consecutive appears newly as the middle decorative design image 26b, and the special design is placed between the left decorative design image 26a and the right decorative design image 26c. It is a production that encourages whether to display a temporary stop. If the special symbol is temporarily stopped and displayed between the left decorative symbol image 26a and the right decorative symbol image 26c, the pseudo continuous effect is executed, and if the special symbol is not temporarily stopped and displayed, the pseudo continuous effect is not executed.
Further, when the pseudo streak is started, the number-of-games counter image 26p continues to be displayed, but the number-of-games image 26q is hidden.

Then, when the pseudo-continuous fanning is completed and timing T2 is reached, the special symbol is temporarily stopped and displayed between the left decorative symbol image 26a and the right decorative symbol image 26c to generate a pseudo-continuous effect, and from timing T3, the pseudo-continuous effect is generated. A second variation in production is initiated.

At timing T3, when the second variation in the pseudo-continuous effect is started, for example, "x2" indicating the second variation in the pseudo-continuous effect is displayed in the upper right corner of the display area. Note that the number-of-games image 26q remains hidden.

In other words, the pseudo-continuous effect is a single symbol variation game, but since it is an effect as if multiple variations are being performed, the game number image 26q, which is not updated, remains displayed. If there is, there is a risk that the goodness of the pseudo-continuous effect will be lost. For example, no matter how many pseudo-continuous effects are executed, if the game number image 26q is not updated and displayed, it will be easy to perceive that the currently executed variation is a pseudo-continuous effect. .
On the other hand, by hiding the number-of-games image 26q from the timing T1 to the timing T4, it is possible to eliminate the possibility that the goodness of the pseudo-continuous effect is spoiled.

In addition, in a situation where the number-of-games counter image 26p is displayed, the number-of-games counter image 26p may also be hidden.
Also, although the game number image 26q is hidden from timing T1 to timing T4, it may be hidden from timing T1 to timing T3 and displayed from timing T3 to timing T4, or vice versa. may
In particular, the game number image 26q may remain displayed from timing T1 to timing T4. As a result, it is possible to positively suggest the pseudo-continuous effect.

The contents from the timing T4 to the timing T6 are substantially the same as the contents explained with reference to FIG. 32, so the explanation is omitted.

Next, with reference to FIG. 36, an example (comparison) of the display mode of displaying the number of games will be described. The display mode here corresponds to color, shape, size, typeface, generation of separate notification effect, etc.

The number-of-games image 26q is "0 games" as shown in (a1), "100 games" as shown in (a2), and "500 games" as shown in (a3). "The display mode does not change between when it is a game and when it is a game.
In other words, the display mode does not change due to the number of milestones or an increase in the number of times, and is positioned as a role equivalent to that of the external information display 800 .

The number-of-games counter image 26p is displayed in such a way that it does not change between "100 more times" when the display starts as shown in (b1) and "50 more times" as shown in (b2). However, as shown in (b3), the display mode changes when it reaches "10 more times". After that, the change continues until "0 more times" is reached. This makes it easier to prevent the player from losing money by quitting the game in the situation of "10 more games to go".

As shown in (c1), the remaining number image 26s does not change in display form from "99 remaining times" to "11 remaining times" when the display is started. As shown, the display mode changes when "10 times remaining" is reached. In addition, in conjunction with this, a separate notification effect (countdown image 26t) is generated to emphasize that the number of remaining times of the time-saving game state is small. Thereafter, the change continues until "LAST" is reached, and a separate notification effect (countdown image 26t) is generated each time the change starts.

In this way, a display mode corresponding to the role of each game number display is executed.
For example, in the game number image 26q, if the display mode is changed in the "500" game (a situation in which a winning game has not been obtained for a long time), the player may feel uncomfortable. Therefore, it can be said that it is preferable not to change the display mode of the number-of-games image 26q regardless of the number of games played.
For example, in the number-of-games counter image 26p, an inexperienced player may quit the game unless the display mode is changed to "10 times left". Therefore, it can be said that it is preferable to change the display mode in "10 more times".
For example, in the remaining number of times image 26s, if the display mode of "10 remaining times" is not changed, the game machine becomes uninteresting in that the time-saving game state is finished indifferently. Therefore, it can be said that it is preferable to separately generate a notification effect (countdown image 26t) while changing the display mode at "remaining 10 times".

Next, an example of the update display of the remaining count image 26s will be described with reference to FIGS. 37 and 38. FIG.
Incidentally, FIG. 37 is, for example, an example of an update display when the special symbols are variably displayed on the second special symbol display device 27b in the time-saving gaming state A, and FIG. They are an example of update display when special symbols are variably displayed on the special symbol display 27b, and an example of update display when the special symbols are variably displayed on the first special symbol display 27a.

As shown in FIG. 37(a), the second special symbol display 27b variably displays the special symbols, and the image display device 26 variably displays the decorative symbol images 26a to 26c and the fourth symbol image 26d. At this time, the remaining number image 26s is displayed as "99 remaining times".

Then, when the fluctuation time elapses, as shown in FIG. 37(b), the second special symbol display device 27b confirms and displays the special symbol (only the middle segment is displayed), and the image display device 26 displays each decorative symbol. The images 26a to 26c and the fourth pattern image 26d are confirmed and displayed. At this time, the remaining number of times image 26s is displayed as "98 times left". The remaining number image 26s may be updated and displayed by receiving a special symbol confirmation command, or may be updated and displayed by preparing a dedicated command and receiving the dedicated command.

Then, in FIG. 37(c), the reserved icon displayed in the second starting port first reserved ball image display area 26k in FIG. The display device 27b variably displays the special design, and the image display device 26 variably displays the decorative design images 26a to 26c and the fourth design image 26d. At this time, the remaining number of times image 26s is displayed as "98 times left".

Then, when the fluctuation time elapses, as shown in FIG. 37(d), the second special symbol display 27b is used to confirm and display the special symbol (only the middle segment is displayed), and the image display device 26 is used to display each decorative symbol. The images 26a to 26c and the fourth pattern image 26d are confirmed and displayed. At this time, the remaining number of times image 26s is displayed as "97 times remaining".

On the other hand, in FIG. 38(a), the second special symbol display device 27b displays the special symbols in a variable manner, but the reserved icon is displayed in the first starting opening first reserved ball image display area 26g, and the second Start opening first reserved ball image display area 26k, second starting opening second reserved ball image display area 26l, second starting opening third reserved ball image display area 26m, second starting opening fourth reserved ball image display area 26n is a situation in which the pending icon is not displayed. At this time, the remaining number of times image 26s is displayed as "90 times remaining".

Then, when the fluctuation time elapses, as shown in FIG. 38(b), the second special symbol display device 27b confirms and displays the special symbol (only the middle segment is displayed), and the image display device 26 displays each decorative symbol. The images 26a to 26c and the fourth pattern image 26d are confirmed and displayed. At this time, the remaining number of times image 26s is displayed as "89 times remaining". The contents up to this point are the same as those described with reference to FIG. 37 .

Then, in FIG. 38(c), the reserved icon displayed in the first starting port first reserved ball image display area 26g in FIG. The display device 27a variably displays the special symbol, and the image display device 26 variably displays the fourth symbol image 26d. On the other hand, the decorative symbol images 26a to 26c are not variably displayed, but are temporarily stopped on the spot with the symbol combination of "612" confirmed and displayed in FIG. 38(b). That is, when a non-optimal game is performed in the time-saving game state A (when a game ball is won in the first start port 21), the decorative symbol images 26a to 26c are displayed temporarily without being displayed in a variable manner ( The occurrence of this discomfort suggests that the game is being played in a non-optimal manner. At this time, the remaining number of times image 26s is displayed as "89 times remaining".

In addition, in the center of the display area, a right-hand hitting suggestion image 26u is displayed to prompt right-hand hitting. there is In addition, the display of the right hitting suggestion image 26u continues until the game ball is detected by the gate detection sw20a or the second start hole detection sw22a, for example.

Then, when the fluctuation time elapses, as shown in FIG. 38(d), the first special symbol display 27a confirms and displays the special symbol (only the middle segment is displayed), and the image display device 26 displays each decorative symbol. The images 26a to 26c and the fourth pattern image 26d are confirmed and displayed. In other words, "612" which has been temporarily stopped and displayed is fixedly displayed as it is. At this time, the remaining number image 26s is displayed as "88 times remaining".

That is, in updating and displaying the remaining number image 26s, if the second special symbol display device 27b, which is the optimum game, is used to variably display the special symbols, the standard symbol variation game is executed, which is not the optimal game. When the special symbols are variably displayed on the first special symbol display device 27a, a special production mode different from the above standard (the decorative symbol images 26a to 26c are temporarily stopped on the spot without being variably displayed, and the right The symbol variation game is executed with the display of the hitting suggestion image 26u). Thus, even if the same remaining number image 26s is updated and displayed, it is possible to grasp which of the first special symbol display device 27a and the second special symbol display device 27b causes the remaining number image 26s to be updated and displayed. Therefore, it is possible to suitably update and display the remaining count image 26s. In addition, it is possible to prompt the player to play an optimum game due to the difference in the execution mode of the symbol variation game.

In addition, although FIG. 37 and FIG. 38 have been described as an example of the time saving game state A, the same thing may be performed in the time saving game state B or the variable probability game state.

Next, an example of updated display of the number-of-games image 26q will be described with reference to FIGS. 39 and 40. FIG.
Incidentally, FIG. 39 shows, for example, an example of update display when the special symbols are variably displayed on the first special symbol display 27a in the normal game state, and FIG. 40 shows, for example, the second special symbol in the normal game state. This is an example of updated display when the special symbols are variably displayed on the display 27b.

As shown in FIG. 39(a), the first special symbol display 27a variably displays the special symbols, and the image display device 26 variably displays the decorative symbol images 26a to 26c and the fourth symbol image 26d. At this time, the number-of-games image 26q is displayed as "51 games".

Then, when the fluctuation time elapses, as shown in FIG. 39(b), the first special symbol display 27a confirms and displays the special symbol (only the middle segment is displayed), and the image display device 26 displays each decorative symbol. The images 26a to 26c and the fourth pattern image 26d are confirmed and displayed. At this time, the number-of-games image 26q is displayed as "52 games".

Then, in FIG. 39(c), the reserved icon displayed in the first start opening first reserved ball image display area 26g in FIG. The display device 27a variably displays the special design, and the image display device 26 variably displays the decorative design images 26a to 26c and the fourth design image 26d. At this time, the number-of-games image 26q is displayed as "52 games".

Then, when the fluctuation time elapses, as shown in FIG. 39(d), the first special symbol display 27a confirms and displays the special symbol (only the middle segment is displayed), and the image display device 26 displays each decorative symbol. The images 26a to 26c and the fourth pattern image 26d are confirmed and displayed. At this time, the number-of-games image 26q is displayed as "53 games".

On the other hand, in FIG. 40(a), the 100th symbol variation game in the time-saving gaming state A is finished, and the end effect is executed. At this time, the second starting opening first reserved ball image display area 26k, the second starting opening second reserved ball image display area 26l, the second starting opening third reserved ball image display area 26m, the second starting opening fourth reserved ball A holding icon is displayed in the image display area 26n, and the first starting opening first reserved ball image display area 26g, the first starting opening second reserved ball image display area 26h, the first starting opening third reserved ball image display area. 26i, no holding icon is displayed in the display area j of the first starting port fourth holding ball image 26. FIG.
It should be noted that, at the time when the confirmation display is performed in FIG. 40(a), the game state has shifted from the time-saving game state A to the normal game state.

Then, when the ending effect is executed for a predetermined time, a background image corresponding to the normal game state is displayed, and an image of "Return to left-handed" is displayed to encourage left-handed. Also, at this time, the image display device 26 displays the number-of-games image 26q. Since the time-saving gaming state A has been executed, the number-of-games image 26q is displayed as "100 games".

Also, execution of the symbol variation game corresponding to the reserved icon displayed in the second start opening first reserved ball image display area 26k is started. That is, the decorative pattern images 26a to 26c and the fourth pattern image 26d are displayed in a variable manner.

On the other hand, the variation icon is not displayed in the variation icon display area 26o, and the second starting opening first reserved ball image display area 26k, the second starting opening second reserved ball image display area 26l, and the second starting opening No pending icon is displayed in the third pending ball image display area 26m, either. That is, when the special symbols are variably displayed on the second special symbol display device 27b in the normal game state, the variable icon display area 26o and each reserved ball image display area are made irregular (non-display). , intended to suggest a special circumstance.

Then, when the fluctuation time elapses, as shown in FIG. 40(c), the second special design display 27b is used to confirm and display the special design (only the middle segment is displayed), and the image display device 26 displays each decorative design. The images 26a to 26c and the fourth pattern image 26d are confirmed and displayed. At this time, the number-of-games image 26q is displayed as "101 games".

Then, as shown in FIG. 40(d), execution of the symbol variation game corresponding to the reserved icon displayed in the second start opening second reserved ball image display area 26l is started.

That is, in updating and displaying the number-of-games image 26q, if the special symbols are variably displayed by the first special symbol display device 27a, the standard symbol variation game is executed, but the special symbols are displayed by the second special symbol display device 27b. is displayed in a variable manner, the symbol variation game is executed in a special presentation mode (icons are not displayed) different from the above-described standard. Thus, even if the same number-of-games image 26q is updated and displayed, it is possible to grasp which of the first special symbol display device 27a and the second special symbol display device 27b causes the update-display of the number-of-games image 26q. Therefore, the game number image 26q can be preferably updated and displayed.

It should be noted that the phenomenon that the special symbols are displayed in a variable manner on the second special symbol display device 27b in the normal game state is not limited to the example shown in FIG. It may be due to the ball entering the second starting port 22 that has occurred.

Moreover, although FIG. 40 has been described as an example at the time of shifting from the time-saving game state A to the normal game state, the same thing may be performed at the time of the shift from the time-saving game state B to the normal game state. Also, as the probability variation gaming state, when adopting the so-called ST type, the same thing may be performed at the time of transition from the probability variation gaming state to the normal gaming state.

Also, in FIG. 40, the variable icon display area 26o and each reserved ball image display area are assumed to be in an irregular mode (not displayed), but this is not the only option. For example, the pending icon in each pending ball image display area is not displayed, but the variable icon may be displayed in the variable icon display area 26o each time the symbol variable game is started.

Also, in FIG. 40, the variable icon display area 26o and each reserved ball image display area are assumed to be in an irregular mode (not displayed), but this is not the only option. For example, the variable icon of the variable icon display area 26o and the pending icon of each pending ball image display area may be displayed in a display mode different from the variable icon and the pending icon during the time saving game state. For example, in the time-saving gaming state, the variable icon and the pending icon are displayed in yellow, but in the scene of FIG. 40, they may be displayed in gray.

Next, an example of the number-of-games image 26q for each production stage will be described with reference to FIG.

As shown in (a1), in the river stage (corresponding to production mode A in FIG. 8), for example, the variable icon and the pending icon imitating fish are displayed, and each decorative pattern image 26a to 26c and the fourth pattern are displayed. Arabic numerals are used for the image 26d.
On the other hand, as shown in (b1), in the castle stage (corresponding to production mode B in FIG. 8), for example, the variable icon and the suspended icon imitating scrolls are displayed, and the decorative pattern images 26a to 26c and the third Chinese numerals are used for the 4-pattern image 26d.

In this way, the aspect of the variable icon, the pending icon, the decorative symbol images 26a to 26c, and the fourth symbol image 26d is different for each production mode, but the display aspect (size) of the number-of-games image 26q , color, typeface, display position, etc.) are unchanged, and the display mode is the same regardless of the production mode.
This prevents the game number image 26q, which simply displays the number of games, from becoming unnecessarily conspicuous.

There is no problem even if the number-of-games image 26q is changed for each effect mode. For example, in production mode A, it may be displayed in Arabic numerals, and in production mode B, it may be displayed in Chinese numerals.

Next, an example of how the number-of-games image 26q is updated will be described with reference to FIGS. 42 to 44. FIG.

As described above, the number-of-games image 26q is updated and displayed when the effect control board 200 receives the number-of-games display update command (command 21).
For example, as shown in FIG. 42, when a game number display update command (command 21) is received at timing T1, the game number image 26q is updated and displayed at timing T2, and the fluctuation is stopped (determined display).

FIG. 43 shows an irregular case in which the game number display update command (command 21) cannot be received normally.
That is, when the game number display update command (command 21) cannot be received normally at timing T1, the final display is performed at timing T2, but the game number image 26q is not updated and "50" displayed at timing T0 Game" remains.

Then, when a special symbol variation pattern specifying command (for example, command 15) is received at timing T3, execution of the symbol variation game is started at timing T4, and the number-of-games image 26q is updated and displayed as "51 games". do. Although not shown, when the game number display update command (command 21) is normally received in the symbol variation game started at timing T4, the game number image 26q becomes "52 games". That is, in one symbol variation game, the update display of the game number image 26q is performed twice.

In this way, when the game number display update command (command 21) cannot be received normally, the game number image 26q is updated and displayed using the command transmitted at the start of the next symbol variation game. . As a result, the non-update period from the stop to the start of the next symbol variation game can be minimized, so that the player is less likely to feel uncomfortable.

FIG. 44 shows a modified example of FIG. 43, which is the same as FIG. 43 in that the game number display update command (command 21) could not be normally received at timing T1, but the special symbol variation pattern at timing T3. The difference from FIG. 43 is that the game number image 26q is not updated and displayed even if the designated command (for example, command 15) is normally received.

In this case, at timing T5, the command for updating the display of the number of games in the next symbol variation game (command 21) is normally received, so that the update display for two games is performed collectively. That is, "50 games" is displayed at the start of the symbol variation game at timing T0, and "50 games" is displayed at the start of the symbol variation game at timing T4. "52 games" is displayed.

In this way, if the game number display update command (command 21) cannot be received normally, the game number display update command (command 21) transmitted when the next symbol variation game is stopped is used to generate the game number image. 26q is updated and displayed. As a result, it is possible to perform a single process of receiving the game number display update command (command 21) and updating and displaying the game number image 26q, thereby simplifying the control process.

Note that the above-described embodiment is merely an example, and can be modified as appropriate.
For example, the remaining number image 26s and the number-of-games image 26q are updated and displayed based on commands received when the symbol variation game is stopped, but may be updated and displayed based on commands received when the symbol variation game is started. .

For example, the game number image 26q is displayed on the image display device 26 when it is in the normal game state, and it is not displayed when it is in the time saving game state A, B, or the variable probability game state. The game number image 26q may be displayed on the image display device 26 in the game state.

For example, although the number-of-games image 26 q is displayed on the image display device 26 , other information displayed on the external information display 800 may be displayed on the image display device 26 . Specifically, the number of winning games and the number of times of shifting to the variable probability gaming state may be displayed.

For example, the display of the number-of-games image 26q may be hidden regardless of the player's intention, but it may be possible to hide the game number image 26q at the player's will. For example, it may be possible to hide the display at an arbitrary timing by operating the effect button 14 . This makes it possible to meet the needs of various players.

For example, although the decoration part 2a does not perform any particular effect, the decoration part 2a may perform the effect. Specifically, an effect by light emission may be performed, or an effect by movement may be performed. In addition, the effect by light emission and the effect by movement may be positioned as an advance notice effect suggesting the possibility that a winning game is given, or may be positioned as a mere effect executed during a winning game.

In addition, when an effect using light emission (notice effect) is executed, while the decorative portion 2a is conspicuous due to the light emission, there is a possibility that the external information display 800 becomes more difficult to see. Therefore, the number-of-games image 26q may be displayed while the effect by light emission (announcement effect) is being executed.

For example, the number-of-games image 26q may be displayed while waiting for customers, or during execution of a demonstration effect, or both. This makes it easier for a player who is about to play a game to grasp the current number of times the symbol variation game has been executed, thereby enhancing convenience.

The details of the means and the like described in the game machine will be described.
The gaming machine according to the present invention is advantageous to the player based on the start opening (the first start opening 21, the second start opening 22) into which the game ball can enter, and the entry of the game ball into the start opening. A determination means (main CPU 101) for determining whether or not to shift to a special game (for example, a winning game), a normal game state, and a specific game state that is more advantageous to the player than the normal game state (for example, a time-saving game A game state control means (main CPU 101) capable of controlling state A), and a variable display of identification information based on the fact that a game ball enters the starting port, Symbol variation game execution means (main CPU 101) for executing a symbol variation game that stops the variation display and derives the result of the determination, and effect control means (effect control means) that controls effect display means (for example, image display device 26) and a circuit board 200), wherein the effect control means can display the number of times the symbol variation game has been executed (game number image 26q) in the normal game state on the effect display means, and the symbol variation game is executed. It is possible to update the number of executions each time it is performed, and it is possible to execute a variation performance according to the result of the determination, and a variation performance (for example, a variation corresponding to the variation pattern 10) that notifies the transition to the special game In production), it is possible not to display the number of executions after the notification, while in the variation production (for example, variation production corresponding to variation pattern 4) that notifies that the transition to the special game is not performed, the notification It is characterized in that the number of times of execution can be displayed later.

In addition, the gaming machine according to the present invention is provided with a starting port (first starting port 21, second starting port 22) into which a game ball can enter, and a player who receives a game ball based on the entry of the game ball into the starting port. Determination means (main CPU 101) for determining whether to shift to a special game (for example, a winning game) advantageous to main RAM 103), a game state control means (main CPU 101) capable of controlling a normal game state and a specific game state (for example, time-saving game state A) more advantageous to the player than the normal game state; Symbol variation for executing a symbol variation game in which variation display of identification information is started when a game ball enters the mouth, and the variation display is stopped as the variation time elapses to derive the result of the determination. Game execution means (main CPU 101) and effect control means (effect control board 200) for controlling effect display means (for example, image display device 26) are provided. It is possible to control a pending display (for example, display of a pending icon) according to the number of memories, and display the number of executions of the symbol variation game (game number image 26q) in the normal game state on the effect display means, It is possible to update the number of executions each time the symbol variation game is executed, it is possible to execute a variation effect according to the result of the determination, and the variation effect is a specific variation effect (for example, In the specific variation performance (for example, the variation performance corresponding to the variation pattern 4) including a variation performance corresponding to the variation pattern 4) and notifying that the special game is not to be performed, the number of executions and the pending display are changed. While the timing to make it difficult to see is different (for example, timing T2 and timing T3 in FIG. 33), the timing to make the number of executions and the pending display visible after making it difficult to see is the same (for example, timing T6).

In this embodiment, a pachinko game machine was used as an example, but the contents described in this embodiment can also be applied to a reel-type game machine (slot machine), or a rock-and-ball game machine. It can also be applied to an arrange ball game machine.

1 Pachinko game machine 26 Image display device 100 Main control board 200 Effect control board

Claims (2)

a starting port into which a game ball can enter;
Determination means for determining whether or not to shift to a special game advantageous to the player based on the entry of the game ball into the starting port;
a game state control means capable of controlling a normal game state and a specific game state more advantageous to the player than the normal game state;
The variable display of the identification information is started when the game ball enters the starting hole, and the variable display is stopped when the variable time elapses to derive the result of the determination. a symbol variation game executing means;
an effect control means for controlling the effect display means;
with
The production control means is
The number of executions of the symbol variation game can be displayed on the effect display means in the normal game state, and the number of executions can be updated each time the symbol variation game is performed,
It is possible to execute a variable effect according to the result of the determination,
While it is possible not to display the number of executions after the notification in the variable effect that notifies the transition to the special game,
It is possible to display the number of executions after the notification in the variable effect that notifies that the transition to the special game is not performed,
A customer waiting effect can be executed when the variable effect is not performed,
The customer waiting performance is
having a first period and a second period different from the first period and capable of displaying attention-calling information for calling a predetermined attention to the player;
The production control means is
The number of executions can be displayed in the first period,
It is possible not to display the execution count when the alert information for the second period is displayed.
A gaming machine characterized by: a starting port into which a game ball can enter;
Determination means for determining whether or not to shift to a special game advantageous to the player based on the entry of the game ball into the starting port;
a storage means for storing determination information acquired by entering the ball into the starting hole as a reserved storage;
a game state control means capable of controlling a normal game state and a specific game state more advantageous to the player than the normal game state;
A symbol variation game is executed in which variation display of identification information is started based on the entry of a game ball into the starting port, and the variation display is stopped as the variation time elapses to derive the result of the determination. a symbol variation game executing means;
an effect control means for controlling the effect display means;
with
The production control means is
controlling the pending display according to the number of the pending memories in the effect display means;
The number of executions of the symbol variation game can be displayed on the effect display means in the normal game state, and the number of executions can be updated each time the symbol variation game is performed,
It is possible to execute a variable effect according to the result of the determination,
During execution of the variable effect, a pseudo-continuous effect that suggests the possibility of the special game being executed can be executed,
The variable production includes a specific variable production that executes a reach production,
In the specific variation effect that notifies that the transition to the special game is not performed, the timing of making the number of executions and the pending display difficult to see is different,
After making it difficult to see, the timing of making the number of executions and the pending display visible is the same,
During the pseudo continuous performance, it is possible to make the number of executions difficult to see,
A gaming machine characterized by: