JP6703974B2 - Amusement machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine that executes a game based on the establishment of a predetermined condition and generates a state advantageous to a player when the result of the game is a special result.

A pachinko machine is known as a typical example of a game machine. In this pachinko machine, a plurality of pieces of identification information (designs, symbols, etc.) displayed on the variable display device provided in the game area is based on the fact that the game ball is won in the start opening provided in the game area (start prize). ) Is performed in a variable display game, and a special game state that is advantageous to the player is generated based on the result of the variable display game being a special result. In addition, in the variable display game, various effects are performed to increase the expectation that a special result will be derived (see, for example, Patent Document 1).

JP, 2014-144020, A

However, in the conventional production, it is difficult to understand the relationship between the production content and the possibility of deriving the special result, and it has not been possible to sufficiently enhance the interest of the game. An object of the present invention is to improve the enjoyment of games.

In order to solve the above problems, the invention described in claim 1 is
A game machine that executes a game based on the establishment of a predetermined condition and generates a state advantageous to the player when the result of the game is a special result,
Production control means for controlling the production of the game ,
A movable production device that produces a game by operating the movable member under the control of the production control means,
A speaker that emits a sound under the control of the effect control means ,
The effect control means,
Control for generating a motion-related sound related to the motion of the movable member from the speaker,
It is possible to control the operation sound generated from the movable effect device by operating the movable member,
Is capable suggest the the potential for height special results are derived expectation by Rukoto raised originating the operation related sound or the operation sound,
And the first sound production which Ru raised calling the operation sound without the operation-related sound,
A second sound effect to Ru raised originating the operation sound with the operation related sound, it is possible to execute,
Of the range in which the movable member can operate, when the movable member is operating within a first range and when the movable member is operating within a second range different from the first range. The operation sound emitted from the movable effect device can be made different .

According to the present invention, the enjoyment of the game can be improved.

It is the perspective view which looked at the game machine of one embodiment of the present invention from the front side. It is a front view of a game board. It is a block diagram showing a configuration example of a control system of the gaming machine. It is a block diagram showing a configuration example of a control system of the gaming machine. It is a flow chart explaining main processing. It is a flow chart explaining main processing. It is a flowchart explaining a timer interruption process. It is a flow chart explaining output processing. It is a flow chart explaining withdrawal command transmission processing. It is a flow chart explaining winning a prize switch / state monitoring processing. It is a flow chart explaining probability setting value change processing. It is a flow chart explaining probability set value confirmation processing. 11 is a flowchart illustrating a special figure game process. It is a flowchart explaining a starting opening switch monitoring process. It is a flow chart explaining hard random number acquisition processing. It is a flowchart explaining a special process starting port switch common processing. It is a flow chart explaining special figure reservation information judging processing. It is a flowchart explaining a special figure normal process. (A) is a flowchart explaining a special figure 1 fluctuation start process, (b) is a flowchart explaining a special figure 2 fluctuation start process. It is a flowchart explaining a big hit determination process. It is a flowchart explaining a small hit determination process. It is a flowchart explaining a special figure changing process. It is a flow chart explaining processing during special figure display. It is a flow chart explaining processing during special figure display. It is a flowchart for explaining a general-purpose game process. It is a flow chart explaining ordinary processing usually. It is a flow chart explaining processing during general figure change. It is a flow chart explaining processing during public figure display. It is a flow chart explaining the processing during ordinary drawing. It is a flow chart explaining external information edit processing. It is a flow chart explaining external information edit processing. It is the flowchart which explains the main processing in the production control control equipment. It is a flow chart explaining reception command check processing. It is a flow chart explaining reception command analysis processing. It is a flow chart explaining prefetching pattern system command processing. It is a flow chart explaining a look-ahead variable system command processing. It is a flow chart explaining variable system command processing. It is a flow chart explaining variation production setting processing. It is a figure explaining the example of a display on a display. It is a figure explaining an example of a specific effect. It is a figure explaining an example of the execution mode of a specific production. It is a figure explaining another example of the execution mode of specific production. It is a figure explaining another example of the execution mode of specific production. It is a figure explaining an example of the specific aspect execution mode in a 1st modification. It is a figure explaining an example of the execution mode of the production in a 2nd modification. It is a figure explaining another example of the execution mode of the production in a 2nd modification. It is a figure explaining another example of the execution mode of the production in a 2nd modification. It is a figure explaining an example of the execution mode of the production in a 3rd modification.

<First Embodiment>
Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. FIG. 1 is an explanatory diagram of a gaming machine according to an embodiment of the present invention.

The gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment includes a front frame 12, and the front frame 12 is attached to an outer frame (support frame) 11 so as to be openable/closable. The game board 30 (see FIG. 2) is stored in a storage portion (not shown) formed on the front side of the front frame 12. Further, a glass frame 15 (transparent plate holding frame) having a cover glass (transparent member) 14 that covers the front surface of the game board 30 is attached to the front frame (main body frame) 12.

Further, on the left and right sides of the glass frame 15, a lamp, an LED, etc. are built in, and decorations and effects, and notification when an abnormality occurs (for example, when a payout abnormality occurs, the lamp, the LED, etc., an abnormality notification color (for example, red color). The frame decoration device 18 that emits light for lighting (blinking) and the speaker (upper speaker) 19a that emits sound (for example, sound effect) are provided. Further, a speaker (lower speaker) 19b is provided below the front frame 12 as well. Further, when an abnormality occurs, the speaker (upper speaker) 19a and the speaker (lower speaker) 19b notify the contents of the abnormality by sound. It should be noted that a lamp for notifying the dispensing abnormality may be provided at a predetermined portion of the glass frame 15.

Further, in the lower part of the front frame 12, an upper plate 21 (reservoir plate) for supplying a game ball to a hitting ball launching device (not shown), and a game ball paid out from a payout unit provided on the back side of the gaming machine 10. An upper plate ball outlet 22 that flows out, a lower plate (receiving plate) 23 that stores the game balls that have been paid out in a state where the upper plate 21 is full, and an operation handle 24 of the ball striking device are provided. Further, on the upper edge portion of the upper plate 21, an effect button 25 having an effect button switch 25a for receiving a pressing operation input from the player is provided. Further, a touch panel 29 for receiving a contact operation input from the player is provided on the upper surface (pressing surface) of the effect button 25. Further, on the lower right side of the front frame 12, a key hole 26 for inserting a key for opening or locking the front frame 12 or the glass frame 15 is provided.
Although the touch panel 29 is provided integrally with the effect button 25 in the present embodiment, the touch panel 29 may be provided separately from the effect button 25. For example, a sub display device may be provided near the effect button 25, A touch panel 29 may be provided on the display surface of the sub display device.

Further, on the right side of the effect button 25, a ball lending button 27 that is operated when the player receives a ball lending from an adjacent ball lending machine, and an eject button that is operated to eject the prepaid card from the card unit of the ball lending machine. 28, a balance display unit (not shown) for displaying the balance of the prepaid card, and the like are provided. In the gaming machine 10 of this embodiment, the player turns the operation handle 24 to cause the ball launching device to direct the gaming balls supplied from the upper plate 21 toward the gaming area 32 on the front surface of the gaming board 30. Fire. In addition, when the player operates the effect button 25 or the touch panel 29, in the variable display game (decorative special figure variable display game) on the display device 41 (see FIG. 2), the effect of intervening the operation of the player is displayed. It can be carried out.

Next, an example of the game board 30 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 2 is a front view of the game board 30 of this embodiment.

On the surface of the game board 30, a substantially circular game area 32 surrounded by a guide rail 31 is formed. The game area 32 is surrounded by resin side cases 33 and guide rails 31 provided at the four corners of the game board 30, respectively. In the game area 32, a center case (game production structure) 40 having a display device 41 at the substantially center is arranged. The display device 41 is mounted in a recess provided in the center case 40 at a position deeper than the front surface of the center case 40. That is, the center case 40 is formed so as to surround the display area of the display device 41, project forward from the display surface of the display device 41, and prevent the game ball from jumping in from the peripheral game area 32.

The display device 41 (variable display device) is configured by a device having a display screen such as an LCD (liquid crystal display) and a CRT (cathode ray tube). In the area where the image on the display screen can be displayed (display area), a plurality of pieces of identification information (special symbols), information relating to the game such as a character that directs the special figure variation display game, and a background image that enhances the effect are displayed. . On the display screen of the display device 41, a plurality of special symbols assigned as identification information are variably displayed (variably displayed), and a decorative special figure variable display game corresponding to the special figure variable display game is played. Further, an image (for example, a big hit display image, a fanfare display image, an ending display image, etc.) for effect based on the progress of the game is displayed on the display screen.
Further, on the left part and the right part of the center case 40, a board effect device 44 is provided which is a movable effect device for effecting a game including a special figure variation display game by operating movable effect members. The board effect device 44 is operable from the state shown in FIG. 2 toward the center of the display device 41.

Further, in the lower left part of the center case 40, a sub-display for displaying the fourth symbol for executing the decorative special figure variable display game separately from the decorative special figure variable display game displayed on the display device 41 and for displaying the number of starting memories An information display device 90 is provided.

The sub-information display device 90 is a first light-emitting unit that forms a sub-game display unit that displays a fourth symbol that executes the decorative special figure variable display game corresponding to the first special figure variable display game. The second sub configured by the sub game display unit 91 and a single light emitting unit that forms a sub game display unit that displays the fourth symbol for executing the decorative special figure variable display game corresponding to the second special figure variable display game. And a game display section 92. Further, the first special display variable display game which is the right to execute the first special figure variable display game by the two light emitting parts, and the second special figure variable display game which is the two light emitting parts are executed. A second sub-display section 94 showing the number of second starting memories, which is the right to perform.

In the first sub game display unit 91 and the second sub game display unit 92, a display indicating that the corresponding special figure variable display game is being variably displayed, and a display indicating the result are turned off, blinking, and lit of the light emitting unit. Can be displayed. Further, the first sub-display section 93 and the second sub-display section 94 indicate the numbers of the first start memory (special figure 1 hold) and the second start memory (special figure 2 hold), respectively, to turn off the two light emitting parts, It can be displayed by blinking and lighting.

By providing the sub-information display device 90 separately from the display device 41, the display area of the display device 41 is not occupied by displaying the fourth symbol on the display device 41, and the display area is effectively utilized. be able to. The sub information display device 90 is provided outside the operation range of the board production device 44 so that the sub information display device 90 is not covered in the process of operating the board production device 44. ..

On the lower right side of the center case 40 in the game area 32, there is provided a normal symbol starting gate 34 (general figure starting gate, starting area, inflow area) for giving a starting condition of the figure varying display game. The game ball that has won the universal figure starting gate 34 is detected by the gate switch 34a (see FIG. 3).
Also, three general winning openings 35 are arranged on the lower left side of the center case 40 in the game area 32, and one general winning is on the lower right side of the center case 40 and below the universal figure starting gate 34. A mouth 35 is arranged. The game balls that have won the general winning opening 35 are detected by the winning opening switch 35a (see FIG. 3).

Further, below the center case 40 in the game area 32, a start winning opening 36 (first starting winning opening, starting area, inflow area) for providing a start condition of the first special figure variation display game is provided. The game ball that has won the starting winning opening 36 is detected by the starting opening 1 switch 36a (see FIG. 3).

Further, directly below the starting winning opening 36, a normal variation winning device 37 (second starting winning opening, starting area, inflow area) for providing the start condition of the second special figure variation display game is provided.
The normal variation winning device 37 is provided with a movable member 37b which is opened by turning in a direction in which the upper end side falls to the front side and can be converted into a state in which a game ball can easily flow in. The movable member 37b is normally It holds a closed state (a disadvantageous state for the player) in which the game ball cannot flow. Then, when the result of the universal figure variation display game is in a predetermined stop display mode, the universal sphere solenoid 37c (see FIG. 3) as a drive device is used to open the game ball easily into the regular variation winning device 37. It can be changed to a state (a state advantageous to the player). The game ball that has won the normal variation winning device 37 is detected by the starting opening 2 switch 37a (see FIG. 3). In addition, the normal variable winning device 37 may be allowed to win even in the closed state, and in the closed state, the player may win the prize rather than in the open state.
Further, below the normal variation winning device 37, an outlet 30a for collecting game balls that have not won a prize is provided.

Further, below the center case 40 in the game area 32 and on the right side of the starting winning opening 36, a special variation that can be converted into a state in which a game ball is not accepted and a state in which it is easily accepted depending on the result of the special figure variation display game. A winning device (large winning opening) 38 is arranged.
The special variation winning device 38 has an attacker-type opening/closing door 38c which can be opened by rotating the upper end side in the direction of falling toward the front side, depending on the result of the special figure variation display game as an auxiliary game. The state where the special winning opening is closed (a closed state that is disadvantageous to the player) is changed to an open state (a state that is advantageous to the player). That is, the special variation winning device 38 includes, for example, a special winning opening that is opened and closed by an opening/closing door 38c driven by a special winning opening solenoid 38b (see FIG. 3) as a driving device, and is in a special game state or a small hit game. During the state, by converting the closed state of the special winning opening to the open state, it is possible to facilitate the inflow of the game balls into the special winning opening and give the player a predetermined game value (prize ball). Is becoming A special winning opening switch (count switch) 38a (see FIG. 3) is arranged inside the special winning opening (winning area) as a detecting means for detecting a game ball that has entered the special winning opening. .. In the gaming machine of the present embodiment, two special winning opening switches 38a are provided, and the game ball that has flowed into the special winning opening is detected by one of the special winning opening switches 38a. By thus providing a plurality of special winning opening switches 38a, it is possible to quickly detect the game ball that has flown into the special winning opening.

In the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, of the game area 32 in which the game balls flow down, the area on the left side of the center case 40 is the left side game area and the area on the right side of the center case 40 is the right side game area. ing. Then, the player adjusts the launching force and shoots a game ball to the left-side game area (so-called left hitting), so that the player can aim for winning at the start winning hole 36 and shoot the game ball to the right-side game area (so-called). By hitting (right-handed), it is possible to aim for winning at the universal figure starting gate 34, the normal variable winning device 37 and the special variable winning device 38.
Here, in the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, the flow path forming member 42 attached to the right end portion of the center case 40 is arranged at a position corresponding to the right game area, and is fired to the right game area. The played game sphere is configured to pass through the flow path formed by the flow path forming member 42. Since the material of at least the front surface of the flow path forming member 42 is a material that allows the game spheres passing through the flow path formed by the flow path forming member 42 to be visually recognized from the outside, the player etc. The game ball that passes through the flow path formed by the forming member 42 (that is, the game ball that flows down the right-side game area) can be visually recognized from the front of the flow path forming member 42 through the flow path forming member 42. .

Further, on the outside of the game area 32 (here, the lower right part of the game board 30), the first special figure changing display game, the second special figure changing display game and the general figure starting gate 34, which form a special figure changing display game, are displayed. A collective display device 50 for displaying a general-purpose variable display game triggered by winning and various information is provided.

The collective display device 50 is composed of a 7-segment type display (LED lamp) or the like, and a first special figure variation display section (special figure 1 indicator) 51 and a second special figure for the first special figure variation display game. The second special figure variation display section (special figure 2 display) 52 for the variation display game, the variation display section (general figure display) 53 for the general figure variation display game composed of LED lamps, and the same LED lamp And a storage display unit 54, 55, 56 for informing the number of starting memories of each variable display game.
In addition, the collective display device 50, a first game state display unit (first game state display unit, right-handed notification unit) 57, which informs that the right-handed state is more advantageous than the left-handed state, 57 When a state occurs, a second gaming state display unit (second gaming state indicator, time saving state informing unit) 58 that lights up to inform the occurrence of a time saving state, a probability state of big hit when the power of the gaming machine 10 is turned on is a high probability state. A third game state display unit (third game state display unit, probability state display unit) 59 that indicates that it has become, a round display unit 60 that displays the number of rounds at the time of a big hit (the number of times of opening and closing the special variation winning device 38) Is provided.
Note that the collective display device 50 may be further provided with a display unit (display) that lights up when a big hit occurs and notifies the occurrence of the big hit.

The special figure variation display game on the special figure 1 display device 51 and the special figure 2 display device 52 is displayed at the center while the variation display game is being executed, that is, while the decorative special figure variation display game is being executed on the display device 41. The segment is blinked to indicate that it is changing. The blinking cycle is set to 100 msec, for example. In the case of the present embodiment, in the special figure variation display game on the special figure 1 display unit 51, in addition to the central segment, the eighth segment provided on the lower right side of the 7-segment is also driven to blink to change. It is configured to display that it is inside.
When the result of the game is “out”, for example, the central segment is turned on as a result mode of the off, and when the result of the game is “hit”, the off result mode (special result mode) is off. A game result is displayed by turning on a result mode (for example, numbers or symbols) other than the result mode.

The public figure display 53 blinks a lamp during the change to indicate that it is changing, and after a predetermined time, displays the game result as a lighting mode or a lighting color according to the result of the game. In addition, the universal figure holding indicator 56 displays the number of starting memories (=holding number) of the universal figure starting gate 34, which is a fluctuation start condition of the universal figure indicator 53, by turning off, blinking, and lighting a plurality of LEDs. The special figure 1 hold indicator 54 displays the number of undigested balls (starting memory number=holding number) among the number of prize winning balls into the starting winning opening 36, which is the variation start condition of the special figure 1 indicator 51, using a plurality of LEDs. Displayed by turning off, blinking, and turning on. The special figure 2 hold indicator 55, the start memory number (=holding number) of the second start winning a prize mouth (ordinary variable winning a prize device 37) which becomes the fluctuation start condition of the special figure 2 indicator 52, turning off the plural LEDs, Display by blinking or lighting.

The first gaming state display unit (right hitting notification unit) 57 is composed of an LED lamp or the like, and turns off the lamp when the left hitting is more advantageous for the player than the right hitting (normal hitting). When the player is in a game state in which the right hitting is more advantageous to the player than the left hitting (right hitting), the lamp is turned on.

The second gaming state display unit (time saving state notification unit) 58 is composed of an LED lamp or the like, and in a normal gaming state where the time saving state does not occur (when the variable time reduction function is not activated), the lamp is turned off. If the time saving condition occurs (when the fluctuation time shortening function is activated), turn on the lamp.

The third gaming state display unit (probability state display unit) 59 is composed of an LED lamp or the like, and when the power state of the gaming machine 10 is a low probability state (normal probability state), the lamp is turned off. When the power of the gaming machine 10 is turned on, if the probability state of big hit is a high probability state (probability change state), the lamp is turned on.

The round display unit 60 is composed of an LED lamp or the like. For example, when the special game state is not in effect, the lamp is turned off, and in the special game state, the lamp corresponding to the number of rounds selected according to the special result is displayed. Turn it on. The round display section may be configured by a 7-segment type display.

FIG. 3 is a block diagram of a control system of the pachinko gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment.
The gaming machine 10 includes a game control device 100, and the game control device 100 is a main control device (main board) that controls a game in an integrated manner, and includes a game microcomputer (hereinafter, referred to as a game microcomputer) 111. It includes a CPU section 110 having the same, an input section 120 having an input port, an output section 130 having an output port and a driver, a data bus 140 connecting the CPU section 110, the input section 120 and the output section 130, and the like. ..

The CPU unit 110 includes a gaming microcomputer (CPU) 111 called an amusement chip (IC) and an oscillator such as a crystal oscillator, and supplies an operation clock of the CPU, a timer interrupt, and a reference clock of a random number generation circuit. It has an oscillation circuit (crystal oscillator) 113 for generation. A DC voltage of a predetermined level such as DC32V, DC12V, or DC5V generated by the power supply device 400 is supplied to the game control device 100 and electronic components such as a solenoid and a motor driven by the game control device 100 to be operable. To be done.

The power supply device 400 is a normal power source including an AC-DC converter that generates a DC voltage of 32V DC from an AC power supply of 24V and a DC-DC converter that generates a DC voltage of a lower level such as DC 12V, DC 5V from a voltage of 32V DC. A power failure monitoring signal that has a section 410, a backup power supply section 420 that supplies a power supply voltage to a RAM in the game microcomputer 111 at the time of power failure, and a power failure monitoring circuit, and notifies the game control device 100 of the occurrence and recovery of a power failure. And a control signal generation unit 430 that generates and outputs a control signal such as a reset signal.

In this embodiment, the power supply device 400 is configured separately from the game control device 100, but the backup power supply part 420 and the control signal generation part 430 are on separate boards or integrated with the game control device 100, that is, the main. It may be configured to be provided on the substrate. Since the game board 30 and the game control device 100 are subject to replacement when the model is changed, the backup power supply unit 420 and the control signal generation unit 430 are provided on a board different from the power supply apparatus 400 or the main board as in the present embodiment. By providing the above, the cost can be reduced by excluding it from the object of replacement.

The backup power supply unit 420 can be composed of one large-capacity capacitor such as an electrolytic capacitor. The backup power supply is supplied to the game microcomputer 111 (particularly, the built-in RAM) of the game control device 100, and the data stored in the RAM is retained even during a power failure or after the power is cut off. That is, the game control device 100 serves as a backup storage means capable of holding the stored data even when the power is off. When the power is restored, the control can be restarted based on the data held by the backup storage means. The control signal generation unit 430 monitors the voltage of 32V generated by the normal power supply unit 410, detects the occurrence of a power failure when the voltage drops to 17V or less, changes the power failure monitoring signal, and resets the reset signal after a predetermined time. Is output. Also, when the power is turned on or the power is restored, a reset signal is output after a predetermined time has elapsed from that point. The power failure monitoring signal is repeatedly read in the main loop of the main program executed by the gaming microcomputer 111. The reset signal is a kind of forced interrupt signal and resets the entire control system.

The gaming microcomputer 111 includes a CPU (central processing unit: microprocessor) 111A, a read-only ROM (read only memory) 111B, and a RAM (random access memory) 111C that can be read and written at any time.

The ROM 111B stores invariant information (programs, fixed data, judgment values of various random numbers, etc.) for game control in a nonvolatile manner, and the RAM 111C stores a work area of the CPU 111A and a storage area of various signals and random number values at the time of game control. Used as. An electrically rewritable nonvolatile memory such as an EEPROM may be used as the ROM 111B or the RAM 111C.

Further, the ROM 111B stores, for example, a variation pattern table for determining a variation pattern (variation mode) that defines the execution time of the special figure variation display game, the effect contents, the presence or absence of the reach state, and the like. The fluctuation pattern table is a table for the CPU 111A to determine the fluctuation pattern by referring to the fluctuation pattern random numbers 1 to 3 stored as starting memory. Further, the variation pattern table includes a deviation variation pattern table selected when the result is a loss, a jackpot variation pattern table selected when the result is a jackpot, and the like. Further, in these pattern tables, there are tables for determining the latter half variation pattern which is the variation pattern after reaching the reach state (the latter half variation group table, the latter half variation pattern selection table, etc.) and the variation before the reach state. A table (first half variation group table, first half variation pattern selection table, etc.) for determining a first half variation pattern that is a pattern is included.

Here, the reach (reach state) has a display device whose display state can be changed, the display device derives and displays a plurality of display results at different times, and the plurality of display results are predetermined. In the gaming machine 10 in which the gaming state becomes a gaming state (special gaming state) that is advantageous for the player when the special result mode is achieved, some of the plurality of display results have already been derived and displayed. The display state in which the displayed display result satisfies the condition of the special result mode. In other words, the reach state is deviated from the display condition that is the special result mode even when the variable display control of the display device progresses and the display result reaches the stage before the derived display. Refers to the non-display mode. Then, for example, a state in which the variable display is performed by a plurality of variable display areas while maintaining the state in which the special result forms are uniform (so-called full rotation reach) is also included in the reach state. Further, the reach state is a display state at the time when the display control of the display device progresses to reach the stage before the display result is derived and displayed, and is determined before the display result is derived and displayed. A display state in which at least a part of the display results of the plurality of variable display areas satisfying the condition satisfies the condition of the special result mode.

Therefore, for example, the decorative special figure variation display game displayed on the display device corresponding to the special figure variation display game varies a plurality of identification information for a predetermined time in each of the left, middle and right variation display areas of the display device. After displaying, in the case of displaying the result form by stopping the variable display in the order of left, right, and middle, in the left and right variable display areas, the condition that satisfies the special result form (for example, The state where the variable display is stopped by the same identification information) is the reach state. In addition to this, at the time when the variable display of all the variable display areas is temporarily stopped, the condition that the special result mode is satisfied in any two variable display areas of left, middle, and right (for example, the same The state that has become the identification information, but excluding the special result mode) may be set as the reach state, and the remaining one variable display area may be variably displayed from this reach state.

Then, this reach state includes a plurality of reach effects, and normal reach (N reach), special 1 reach (SP1 reach), as reach effects with different possibility of deriving the special result mode (expected value is different), Special 2 reach (SP2 reach), special 3 reach (SP3 reach), and premier reach are set. The expected value increases in the order of no reach <normal reach <special 1 reach <special 2 reach <special 3 reach <premier reach. In addition, this reach state is included in at least the variable display mode when the special result mode is derived in the special figure variable display game (when it is a big hit). That is, it may be included in the variable display mode in the case where it is determined that the special result mode is not derived in the special figure variable display game (when it is out of sync). Therefore, the state in which the reach state has occurred is a state in which there is a high possibility of a big hit compared to the case where the reach state does not occur.

The CPU 111A executes the game control program in the ROM 111B to generate a control signal (command) for the payout control device 200 or the effect control device 300, or generate and output a drive signal for a solenoid or a display device to output the game machine. Control of the whole 10 is performed. Although not shown, the gaming microcomputer 111 is a big hit random number for determining the hit of the special figure variation display game, a big hit symbol random number for determining the symbol of the big hit, a variation pattern in the special figure variation display game (various types). A random number generation circuit for generating a variation pattern random number for determining the reach and the execution time of the variation display game in the variation display without reach, and a hit random number for determining the hit of the general figure variation display game. And a clock generator that generates a clock for giving a timer interrupt signal of a predetermined cycle (for example, 4 milliseconds) to the CPU 111A and an update timing of the random number generation circuit based on an oscillation signal (original clock signal) from the oscillation circuit 113. There is.

Further, the CPU 111A acquires any one of the fluctuation pattern tables stored in the ROM 111B in the processing related to the special figure fluctuation display game. Specifically, the CPU 111A causes the game result of the special figure variation display game (hit (big hit or small hit) or miss) and the probability state (normal probability state or high probability) of the special figure variation display game as the current game state. State), the operation state (time saving operation state) of the normal variation winning device 37 as the current game state, the number of starting memories, etc., and any one variation pattern table is selected from a plurality of variation pattern tables. To get. Here, the CPU 111A serves as a variation allocation information acquisition unit that acquires any one of the plurality of variation pattern tables stored in the ROM 111B when executing the special figure variation display game.

The payout control device 200 includes a CPU, a ROM, a RAM, an input interface, an output interface, and the like, and drives a payout motor of a payout unit to drive a payout ball according to a prize ball payout command (command or data) from the game control device 100. Control for paying out. Further, the payout control device 200 drives the payout motor of the payout unit based on the ball rental request signal from the card unit, and performs control for paying out the ball.

In the input unit 120 of the gaming microcomputer 111, a board radio wave sensor 62 for detecting the emission of radio waves to the gaming machine, a start opening 1 switch 36a in the starting winning opening 36, a starting opening 2 switch 37a in the normal variation winning device 37, It is connected to the gate switch 34a in the universal starting gate 34, the winning opening switch 35a, and the special winning opening switch 38a of the special variation winning device 38, and the high level supplied from these switches is 11V and the low level is negative such as 7V. An interface chip (proximity I/F) 121 that receives a logic signal and converts it into a 0V-5V positive logic signal is provided. Since the input range of the proximity I/F 121 is 7V-11V, the lead wire of the sensor or the proximity switch is illegally short-circuited, the sensor or switch is detached from the connector, or the lead wire is cut to float. It is configured to be able to detect an abnormal state such as the occurrence of the abnormal condition and output an abnormality detection signal.

The output of the proximity I/F 121 is supplied to the second input port 123 or the third input port 124 and read by the gaming microcomputer 111 via the data bus 140. Of the outputs of the proximity I/F 121, the detection signals of the starting opening 1 switch 36a, the starting opening 2 switch 37a, the gate switch 34a, the winning opening switch 35a, and the special winning opening switch 38a are input to the second input port 123. .. Further, among the outputs of the proximity I/F 121, the detection signal of the board radio wave sensor 62 and the abnormality detection signal output when the abnormality of the sensor or the switch is detected are input to the third input port 124.

Further, in the third input port 124, a detection signal of a magnetic sensor 61 for fraud detection provided on the front frame 12 of the gaming machine 10 or the like, or a glass frame open detection provided on the glass frame 15 or the like of the gaming machine 10 is detected. The detection signal of the switch 63 and the detection signal of the main frame opening detection switch 64 provided on the front frame (main frame) 12 of the gaming machine 10 and the like are also input. Note that a vibration sensor switch for detecting vibration may be provided in the game machine and the detection signal may be input to the third input port 124.

Further, the third input port 124 has a setting value change function that serves as a detection unit that detects an operation on the operation unit for selecting from a plurality of probability setting values to which a probability value that gives a special result in the special figure variation display game is assigned. Signals from the switch 151 and the setting key switch 152 are input.

The setting key switch 152 detects the operation of the setting key operation unit that is the first operation unit of the operation units. The setting key operation unit is provided with a key hole into which the setting key is inserted, and is configured so that the setting key can be turned from the first position to the second position (predetermined state) only when the corresponding setting key is inserted. .. The setting key switch 152 is a sensor capable of detecting that it has been turned to the second position. The setting key switch 152 is turned on when it is turned to the second position and is not turned to the second position. If there is, it is turned off.

The set value change switch 151 detects an operation of a set value change button that is a second operation unit of the operation units. The set value change button is a push-type button, and the set value change switch 151 is turned on when the set value change button is pressed, and turned off when the set value change button is not pressed.

By operating these operating parts, you can select the probability setting value to which the probability value that will be a special result in the special figure variation display game is assigned, and the probability value corresponding to the selected probability setting value can be played in the game. It is being used. Here, six probability setting values, setting 1 to setting 6, are prepared. The probability value assigned to each probability setting value is 1/320 in setting 1, 1/310 in setting 2, 1/300 in setting 3, 1/290 in setting 4, 1/280 in setting 5, and 6/80 in setting 6. It is set to 1/270. This probability value is a probability value in the normal probability state, and the probability value in the high probability state is 10 times the probability value in the normal probability state.

When selecting the probability setting value, first, the front frame 12 is opened, and the probability setting value is set by turning on the power of the gaming machine with the setting key of the setting key operation unit turned to the second position. Can be changed, and the probability setting value can be changed by pressing the setting value changing button in this probability setting value changing state. The selected probability setting value is displayed on the probability setting value display device 153.

In addition, when the power is turned on with the setting key of the setting key operating unit turned to the second position with the front frame 12 closed, or when the setting key of the setting key operating unit is turned on after turning on the power of the gaming machine. When turned to the second position, the currently selected probability setting value is displayed on the probability setting value display device 153, but the probability setting value confirmation mode cannot be changed.

The probability setting value display device 153 is a 7-segment type display, and is configured to display the probability setting value by numbers 1 to 6. Of course, the display mode is not limited to this, and any display mode that can recognize the probability setting value may be used. Further, other types of display devices such as a liquid crystal display device may be used, or the probability setting value may be indicated by the lighting mode of one or a plurality of LEDs, the emission color, or the like. Further, the probability setting value display device 153 may not be provided, and the probability setting value information may be displayed using the state display device 160 for displaying the calculated base value and accessory ratio. In this case, while operating the probability setting value (probability setting value changing state, probability setting value confirmation mode, etc.), the information of the probability setting value is displayed, and other than that, the calculated base value and role character ratio are displayed. Give priority to the display.

In the present embodiment, the setting value change button, the setting key operation unit, the probability setting value display device 153, etc. are provided in the game control device 100, and the game control device 100 uses the probability value used in the lottery of the special figure variation display game. The probability setting value to which is assigned is configured as a setting unit that can be selected from a plurality of types of probability setting values by operating the operation unit. The function of this setting means may be provided on the setting sub-board and connected to the game control device 100. That is, you may make it provide a setting means separately from the game control apparatus 100. In this case, the operation signals of the set value change switch 151 and the setting key switch 152 may be input to the game control device 100 to change the probability set value in the game control device 100, or on the setting sub-board side. The probability setting value may be changed and determined based on the operation of the setting value changing switch 151 or the setting key switch 152, and the determination result may be transmitted to the game control device 100.

Further, among the outputs of the proximity I/F 121, the output to the second input port 123 is also supplied from the main board 100 to the test shot test device (not shown) via the relay board 70. Further, the detection signals of the starting port 1 switch 36a and the starting port 2 switch 37a among the outputs of the proximity I/F 121 are configured to be input to the gaming microcomputer 111 in addition to the second input port 123.

As described above, the proximity I/F 121 has a signal level conversion function. In order to enable such a level conversion function, the proximity I/F 121 is supplied with a voltage of 12V from the power supply device 400 in addition to the voltage of 5V required for normal IC operation. Is becoming

The data held by the second input port 123 is read by the gaming microcomputer 111 decoding the address assigned to the second input port 123 to assert the enable signal CE2 (change to a valid level). be able to. The same applies to the third input port 124 and the first input port 122 described later.

Further, to the input unit 120, a frame radio wave incorrect signal from the payout control device 200 (a signal output based on a radio wave detected by a frame radio wave sensor provided on the front frame 12), a payout busy signal (payout control device). 200 is a signal indicating whether or not a command can be accepted), a payout abnormality status signal (a status signal indicating a payout abnormality), a shoot ball out switch signal (a signal indicating a shortage of gaming balls before payout), an overflow switch signal (Signal output when it is detected that the game balls are stored in the lower plate 23 at a predetermined amount or more (full)), touch switch signal (input to the touch switch provided on the operation handle 24) Based signal), an out ball detection switch signal (a signal based on the detection by the out switch that detects all the game balls that have been shot in the game area 32 and finished playing), and the game microcomputer 111 via the data bus 140. Is provided with a first input port 122.

Further, the input section 120 is provided with a Schmitt buffer 125 for inputting signals such as a power failure monitoring signal and a reset signal from the power supply device 400 to the gaming microcomputer 111 and the like, and the Schmitt buffer 125 receives these input signals. It has a function to remove noise from. The power failure monitoring signal from the power supply device 400 is once input to the first input port 122, and taken into the gaming microcomputer 111 via the data bus 140. That is, it is treated as a signal equivalent to the signal from the above-mentioned various switches. This is because there is a limit to the number of terminals provided in the gaming microcomputer 111 for receiving signals from the outside.

On the other hand, the reset signal RESET from which noise has been removed by the Schmitt buffer 125 is directly input to the reset terminal provided in the gaming microcomputer 111 and is also supplied to each port of the output unit 130. Further, the reset signal RESET is directly output to the relay board 70 without passing through the output unit 130, thereby turning off the test shot test signal held in the port (not shown) of the relay board 70 for output to the test shot test apparatus. Is configured. Further, the reset signal RESET may be configured to be output to the test-fire testing device via the relay board 70. The reset signal RESET is not supplied to the ports 122, 123 and 124 of the input section 120. The data set to each port of the output unit 130 by the gaming microcomputer 111 immediately before the reset signal RESET needs to be reset in order to prevent a malfunction of the system, but each of the input units 120 immediately before the reset signal RESET is input. This is because the data read by the gaming microcomputer 111 from the port is discarded by resetting the gaming microcomputer 111.

The output unit 130 is provided with a Schmitt buffer 132 arranged on a communication path from the gaming microcomputer 111 to the effect control device 300 and a communication path from the gaming microcomputer 111 to the payout control device 200. Data is transmitted from the game control device 100 to the effect control device 300 and the payout control device 200 by serial communication. It should be noted that one-way communication is performed so that no signal can be input from the effect control device 300 side to the game control device 100.

Further, the output unit 130 is connected to the data bus 140, and transmits data for notifying special test symbol information of the variable display game to a test firing test device of an accredited agency (not shown) and a signal indicating a probability state of a big hit via the relay board 70. The output buffer 133 is configured to be mountable. This buffer 133 is a component that is not mounted on the game control device (main board) of a pachinko gaming machine as an actual machine (mass-production product) installed in a game shop. The detection signal of the switch that does not need to be processed, such as the starting port switch output from the proximity I/F 121, is supplied to the test-shooting test device via the relay board 70 without passing through the buffer 133.

On the other hand, a detection signal such as the magnetic sensor 61 or the board radio wave sensor 62 which cannot be supplied to the test-shooting test device as it is is once taken into the game microcomputer 111 and processed into another signal or information, for example, the game machine controls the game. As an error signal indicating that the test is not possible, the error signal is supplied from the data bus 140 to the test-inspection test apparatus via the buffer 133 and the relay board 70. The relay board 70 is provided with a port for receiving the signal output from the buffer 133 and supplying the signal to the test firing test apparatus, a connector for relaying and transmitting the signal line of the detection signal of the switch that does not pass through the buffer, and the like. ing. The chip enable signal CE output from the gaming microcomputer 111 is also supplied to the port on the relay board 70, and the signal of the port selectively controlled by the signal CE is supplied to the test-shooting test apparatus.

In addition, the output unit 130 is connected to the data bus 140 to open a special variation winning device 38 (a special winning opening solenoid) 38b and a movable member 37b of a normal variation winning device 37 a solenoid (genuine solenoid) 37c. A second output port 134 is provided for outputting the opening/closing data. The second output port 134 also outputs the display data of the state display device 160 for displaying the calculated base value and accessory ratio.

In addition, the output unit 130 has a third output port 135 for outputting ON/OFF data of the segment line to which the anode terminal of the LED is connected according to the content displayed on the collective display device 50, and the collective display device 50. A fourth output port 136 for outputting ON/OFF data of the digit line connected to the cathode terminal of the LED is provided.

Further, the output unit 130 is provided with a fifth output port 137 for outputting information about the gaming machine 10 such as big hit information to the external information terminal board 71. The external information terminal board 71 is provided with a photo relay, which can be connected to an external device (such as an information collection terminal or an amusement hall internal management device (hall computer)) installed in a game store, for example. It can be supplied to an external device. Further, a firing permission signal is also output from the fifth output port 137 to the payout control device 200 via the Schmitt buffer 132. Further, the output unit 130 is provided with a sixth output port 170 for outputting the display data of the probability setting value display device 153 displaying the selected probability setting value.

Further, the output unit 130 receives the opening/closing data signals of the special winning opening solenoid 38b and the universal electric solenoid 37c output from the second output port 134, and generates and outputs a solenoid drive signal, which is a first driver (drive circuit) 138a. , A second driver 138b that outputs an ON/OFF drive signal for a segment line on the current supply side of the collective display device 50 that is output from the third output port 135, and a current of the collective display device 50 that is output from the fourth output port 136. A third driver 138c that outputs an ON/OFF drive signal for the lead-in digit line, and a fourth driver 138d that outputs an external information signal supplied from the fifth output port 137 to an external device such as a management device to the external information terminal board 71. A fifth driver 138e for receiving the display data output from the second output port 134 and displaying it on the status display device 160 is provided.

The first driver 138a is supplied with DC 32V as a power supply voltage from the power supply device 400 in order to drive a solenoid operating at 32V. Further, DC 12V is supplied to the second driver 138b that drives the segment lines of the collective display device 50. The third driver 138c for driving the digit line is for pulling out the digit line corresponding to the display data with a current, and therefore the power supply voltage may be 12V or 5V.

The second driver 138b that outputs 12V causes a current to flow into the anode terminal of the LED through the segment line, and the third driver 138c that outputs the ground potential pulls out the current from the cathode terminal through the segment line, thereby providing a dynamic driving method. The power supply voltage flows to the LEDs selected in sequence and the LEDs are turned on. The fourth driver 138d, which outputs the external information signal to the external information terminal board 71, is supplied with DC12V in order to give the external information signal a level of 12V. The buffer 133, the second output port 134, the first driver 138a, etc. may be provided not on the output section 130 of the game control device 100, that is, on the main board, but on the relay board 70 side.

Further, the output unit 130 is provided with a photocoupler 139 for transmitting information such as an identification code of each gaming machine and a program to the external inspection device 500. The photocoupler 139 is configured to be able to communicate with each other so that the gaming microcomputer 111 can transmit and receive data to and from the inspection device 500 by serial communication. Since the data transmission/reception is performed using the serial communication terminal included in the gaming microcomputer 111 as in a general-purpose microprocessor, ports such as the input ports 122, 123, and 124 are not provided.

Next, the configuration of the effect control device 300 will be described with reference to FIG.
The production control device 300 is for displaying an image on the display device 41 according to a command and data from the main control microcomputer (CPU) 311 including an amusement chip (IC) and the main control microcomputer 311 like the game microcomputer 111. A VDP (Video Display Processor) 312 as a graphic processor for performing the image processing, and a sound source LSI 314 for controlling the output of sound in order to reproduce various melodies and sound effects from the speakers 19a and 19b.

The main control microcomputer 311 stores a program ROM 321 including a PROM (programmable read only memory) storing programs executed by the CPU and various data, a RAM 322 providing a work area, and a storage content even if power is not supplied at the time of power failure. A FeRAM 323 that can be held and an RTC (Real Time Clock) 338 that is a time counting unit that generates information indicating the current date and time (year, month, day, day of the week, etc.) are connected. A RAM for providing a work area is also provided inside the main control microcomputer 311. A WDT (watchdog timer) circuit 324 is connected to the main control microcomputer 311. The main control microcomputer 311 analyzes the command from the game microcomputer 111, determines the effect contents and instructs the VDP 312 on the contents of the output video, instructs the sound source LSI 314 to give a reproduced sound, lights a decorative lamp, and drives the motor. And drive control of solenoids, management of production time, etc. are executed.

The VDP 312 is provided with a RAM 312a for providing a work area and a scaler 312b for enlarging and reducing an image. Also, the VDP 312 has an image ROM 325 in which character images and video data are stored, and an ultra-high-speed VRAM (video RAM) used for expanding and processing image data such as characters read from the image ROM 325. ) 326 is connected.

Although not particularly limited, data is transmitted and received between the main control microcomputer 311 and the VDP 312 in parallel. By transmitting and receiving data in a parallel manner, it is possible to transmit commands and data in a shorter time than in the case of serial transmission.

From the VDP 312 to the main control microcomputer 311, a vertical synchronization signal VSYNC for synchronizing the image of the display device 41 and the lighting of the decoration lamp provided on the glass frame 15 or the game board 30, a synchronization signal for giving a data transmission timing. STS is input. It should be noted that the VDP 312 notifies the main control microcomputer 311 that it is in a state of waiting for reception of interrupt signals INT0 to INT and commands and data from the main control microcomputer 311 in order to notify the processing status such as completion of drawing in the VRAM. A wait signal WAIT and the like are also input.

The effect control device 300 is provided with a signal conversion circuit 313 that generates a video signal to be transmitted to the display device 41 by the LVDS (small amplitude signal transmission) method. Video data, a horizontal synchronization signal HSYNC, and a vertical synchronization signal VSYNC are input from the VDP 312 to the signal conversion circuit 313, and the image generated by the VDP 312 is sent to the display device 41 via the signal conversion circuit 313. Is displayed.

A sound ROM 327 storing sound data is connected to the sound source LSI 314. The main control microcomputer 311 and the sound source LSI 314 are connected via an address/data bus 340. An interrupt signal INT is input from the tone generator LSI 314 to the main control microcomputer 311. The effect control device 300 is provided with an amplifier circuit 337 including an audio power amplifier for driving the upper speaker 19a provided on the glass frame 15 and the lower speaker 19b provided on the front frame 12, and the sound source LSI 314 is provided. The generated sound is output from the upper speaker 19a and the lower speaker 19b via the amplifier circuit 337.

Further, the effect control device 300 is provided with an interface chip (command I/F) 331 that receives a command transmitted from the game control device 100. Via this command I/F331, the decoration special figure reservation number command, the decoration special figure command, the variation command, the stop information command and the like transmitted from the game control apparatus 100 to the effect control apparatus 300 are changed to the effect control command signal (effect command). ) To receive. Since the game microcomputer 111 of the game control device 100 operates at DC5V and the main control microcomputer 311 of the effect control device 300 operates at DC3.3V, the command I/F 331 has a signal level conversion function. There is.

In addition, in the effect control device 300, a board decoration LED control circuit that drives and controls the board decoration device 46 and the sub information display device 90 that have LEDs (light emitting diodes) provided in the game board 30 (including the center case 40). 332, a frame decoration LED control circuit 333 for driving and controlling a frame decoration device (for example, the frame decoration device 18 etc.) having an LED (light emitting diode) provided on the glass frame 15, a game board 30 (including the center case 40) A board effect movable body control circuit 334 is provided to drive and control the provided board effect device 44 (for example, a movable accessory that enhances effect effects in cooperation with effect display on the display device 41). These control circuits 332 to 334 that drive and control the lamps, motors, solenoids, etc. are connected to the main control microcomputer 311 via the address/data bus 340. It should be noted that the front frame 12 and the glass frame 15 are provided with a drive source such as a motor (for example, a motor for operating a production device), and a movable production member that operates produces a game including a special figure variation display game. A frame effect device forming the device may be provided, and a frame effect movable body control circuit for driving and controlling the frame effect device may be provided.

Further, in the effect control device 300, the effect button switch 25a built in the effect button 25 provided on the glass frame 15, the touch panel 29 provided on the glass frame 15, the initial position of the motor in the board effect device 44, and the like. Which detects the ON/OFF state of the production accessory switch 47 (production motor switch) and inputs a detection signal to the main control microcomputer 311, and the state of the volume control switch 335 provided in the production control device 300. A switch input circuit 336 is provided to detect the signal and input a detection signal to the main control microcomputer 311.

The normal power supply unit 410 of the power supply device 400 supplies a direct-current voltage of a desired level to the effect control device 300 having the above-described configuration and electronic components controlled by the same, and thus drives a motor and a solenoid. DC32V, a display device 41 including a liquid crystal panel, DC12V for driving a motor and an LED, and DC5V serving as a power supply voltage of the command I/F 331, and a voltage of DC15V for driving a motor, an LED and a speaker are generated. Is configured to. Further, when an LSI that operates at a low voltage such as 3.3V or 1.2V is used as the main control microcomputer 311, DC- for generating DC3.3V or DC1.2V based on DC5V is used. A DC converter is provided in effect control device 300. The DC-DC converter may be provided in the normal power supply unit 410.

The reset signal generated by the control signal generation unit 430 of the power supply device 400 is supplied to the main control microcomputer 311 and puts the device in the reset state. In addition, in the form of being output from the main control microcomputer 311, the VDP 312 (VDPRESET signal), the tone generator LSI 314, the amplifier circuit 337 (SNDRRESET signal) that drives the speaker, and the control circuits 332 to 334 (IORESET that drive and control the lamp and the motor). Signal) to put them in a reset state. Further, the production control device 300 is connected to a cooling FAN 45 that cools each part of the gaming machine 10, and the cooling fan 45 is driven when the production control device 300 is powered on.

In the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, a game is performed by launching a game ball (pachinko ball) toward a game area 32 from a launching device (not shown). The launched game ball flows down the game area 32 while changing the rolling direction by the direction changing members such as obstacle nails and windmills arranged at various places in the game area 32, and the universal figure starting gate 34 and the general winning opening 35. , The start winning opening 36, the normal variation winning device 37 or the special variation winning device 38, or flows into the outlet 30a provided at the bottom of the game area 32 and is discharged from the game area 32. Then, when a game ball is won in the general winning opening 35, the starting winning opening 36, the normal variation winning device 37 or the special variation winning device 38, the number of award balls according to the type of the winning opening that has won the payout control device 200 ( From the payout unit controlled by (see FIG. 3), the glass plate 15 is discharged to the upper plate 21 or the lower plate 23.

In the universal figure starting gate 34, a gate switch 34a (see FIG. 3) including a non-contact type switch for detecting a game ball passing through the universal figure starting gate 34 is provided, and the game area 32 is provided. When the game ball driven in passes through the universal figure starting gate 34, it is detected by the gate switch 34a. In the CPU 111A of the game microcomputer 111 of the game control device 100, the number of memory for starting normal figure is the upper limit number (for example, 4 pieces) based on the input of the detection signal of the game ball from the gate switch 34a provided in the normal starting gate 34. If less than ), the number of ordinary figure starting memory is added (+1) and one ordinary figure starting memory is stored in the ROM 111B. The number of stored universal figure starting prizes is displayed on the universal figure hold indicator 56 of the collective display device 50. Further, the universal figure starting memory stores a hit determination random number value (per random number value) for determining the result of the universal figure variation display game extracted based on the input of the detection signal of the game ball from the gate switch 34a. It is supposed to be done.

Then, if there is a general figure starting memory and the general figure variable display game can be started, that is, the general figure variable display game is not running, the general figure variable display game hits and the normal variable prize winning device 37 is converted to the open state. If it is not the hit state, the random number for hit determination stored in the universal figure starting memory stored first is compared with the determination value stored in the ROM 111B to determine the loss of hit in the universal figure variation display game. Then, the process of starting the universal figure variation display game is performed. When the random number for hit determination coincides with the determination value, the general figure variable display game becomes a win and a specific result mode (normal figure specification result) is derived.

Further, the game control device 100 predetermines a plurality of predetermined lighting patterns for a predetermined variation time on the public figure display 53 provided in the collective display device 50 as a process of executing the general figure variable display game. After performing the universal figure changing display which is repeatedly displayed in the given order, a process of displaying the universal figure changing display game in which the lighting pattern (result mode) according to the result is stopped and displayed is performed. It should be noted that the universal figure display device 53 is configured by the display device 41, and, for example, numbers, symbols, character patterns, etc. are normally used as the identification information, and this is variably displayed for a predetermined time, and then stopped and displayed to display the result. It may be configured.

When the result of the universal figure variation display game is a hit, a lighting pattern that is one of the first hit stop symbol to the third hit stop symbol that forms a special result mode on the universal figure display 53 according to the type of hit At the same time as displaying the stop, the normal electric solenoid 37c is operated, and the movable member 37b of the normal variation winning device 37 is controlled to be opened for a predetermined time (for example, 0.5 seconds or 1.7 seconds) as described above. That is, the game control device 100 serves as conversion control execution means for performing conversion control of the conversion member (movable member 37b). When the result of the general-picture variation display game is off, control is performed to display the lighting pattern on the public-picture display 53, which is the result mode of the off-going.

The winning ball to the starting winning opening 36 and the winning ball to the normal variation winning device 37 are detected by the starting opening 1 switch 36a and the starting opening 2 switch 37a provided inside. In the CPU 111A of the game microcomputer 111 of the game control device 100, the first starting memory which is the starting memory (special figure starting memory) based on the winning in the starting winning opening 36 is limited to a predetermined upper limit (for example, 4). In addition to being stored, the second starting memory, which is a starting memory (special figure starting memory) based on the winning of the normal variable winning device 37, is stored within a predetermined upper limit (for example, four). On the basis of the winning to the starting winning opening 36 or the normal variation winning device 37, a big hit random number value, a big hit pattern random number value, and each variation pattern random value are extracted as the starting memory information, respectively, and the extracted random numbers. The numerical value is stored in the RAM 111B as the first starting memory or the second starting memory. Then, the number of stored starting memories is displayed on the special figure 1 reserved display 54 and the special figure 2 reserved display 55 of the collective display device 50, and also on the display device 41 of the center case 40 the decorative special figure starting memory. Displayed as a display. Further, it is also displayed on the first sub display unit 91 and the second sub display unit 92 of the sub information display device 90.

When the first special figure variation display game or the second special figure variation display game is ready to start, the CPU 111A of the game control device 100 stores the first start memory corresponding to the special figure variation display game to be started. The generated big hit determination random number value is compared with the determination value stored in the ROM 111B and set in accordance with the probability setting value, and the processing of determining the hit of the special figure variation display game is performed. Further, the CPU 111A of the game control device 100 outputs to the effect control device 300 a control signal (effect control command) including the determination result of the special figure variation display game to be executed.

Then, when the first special figure variation display game is executed, a plurality of predetermined lighting patterns are repeatedly displayed in a predetermined order on the special figure 1 display 51 (variation display device) over a predetermined variation time. After performing the special figure 1 changing display, a process of displaying the first special figure changing display game in which the lighting pattern (result form) according to the result is stopped and displayed is performed. Further, when the second special figure variable display game is executed, a plurality of predetermined lighting patterns are repeatedly displayed in a predetermined order on the special figure 2 display 52 (variable display device) over a predetermined fluctuation time. After performing the special figure 2 changing display, a process of displaying the second special figure changing display game in which the lighting pattern (result mode) according to the result is stopped and displayed is performed.

Further, in the effect control device 300, based on the control signal from the game control device 100, a plurality of types of identification information (for example, numbers, symbols, characters) are displayed on the display device 41 (variable display device) corresponding to the special figure variable display game. A process for displaying a decorative special figure variable display game in which a pattern etc.) is variably displayed is performed. Further, the sub game display unit of the sub information display device 90 performs a process of displaying a decorative special figure variation display game in which the light emitting mode of the light emitting unit is changed corresponding to the special figure variation display game. Further, in the effect control device 300, based on the control signal from the game control device 100, setting of effect state, output of sounds from the speakers 19a and 19b, processing for controlling light emission of various LEDs, and the like are performed. That is, the effect control device 300 constitutes an effect control means for controlling the effect related to the game (variable display game or the like).

In the decorative special figure variable display game on the display device 41, for example, a decorative special symbol (identification information) composed of the above-mentioned numbers and the like on the display device 41 is displayed on the left variable display area (first special symbol) and the right variable display area ( (2nd special symbol), in each of the medium fluctuation display area (third special symbol), each symbol is variably displayed (high-speed fluctuation) at a speed that is difficult to identify. Then, after a predetermined time, the symbols that are changing are stopped sequentially in the order of the left fluctuation display area, the right fluctuation display area, and the middle fluctuation display area, and stopped in each of the left fluctuation display area, the right fluctuation display area, and the middle fluctuation display area. It is performed by displaying the result of the special figure variation display game according to the result mode configured by the displayed identification information. Further, on the display device 41, various effect displays such as the appearance of characters are performed for the purpose of improving interest.

Then, the CPU 111A of the game control device 100, when the result of the special figure variation display game is a big hit or a small hit, makes a special result mode or a small hit result mode on the special figure 1 display device 51 or the special view 2 display device 52. While displaying the lighting pattern, processing for generating a special game state or a small hit game state is performed. Correspondingly, the result mode of the decorative special figure variation display game displayed on the display device 41 is also the special result mode or the small hit result mode.

In the process of generating the special game state or the small hitting game state, the CPU 111A of the game control device 100 opens the opening/closing door 38c of the special variation winning device 38 with the special winning opening solenoid 38b, for example, to play in the special winning opening. Performs control that enables the inflow of spheres. Then, until a condition is reached in which a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls are won in the special winning opening or a predetermined openable time elapses from the opening of the special winning opening, the special winning opening is achieved. It is assumed that one round is opened, and the control (cycle game) is continued (repeated) for a predetermined number of rounds. That is, the game control device 100 serves as a special winning opening opening/closing control unit that controls the opening and closing of the special winning opening when the stop result appearance becomes the special result appearance. Further, when the result of the special figure variation display game is off, control is performed to display the deviation result mode on the special figure 1 display 51 or the special figure 2 display 52.

In addition, the game control device 100 can generate a high probability state as a game state after the special game state ends based on the result mode of the special figure variation display game. In this high-probability state, the probability of a hit result in the special figure variation display game is higher than in the normal probability state. In addition, even if the high probability state is reached based on the result mode of the special figure variation display game of the first special figure variation display game and the second special figure variation display game, the first special figure variation display game and the second special figure Both floating display games are in a high probability state.

In addition, the game control device 100 can generate a time saving state (specific game state, general figure high probability state, second operation state) as a game state after the special game state ends, based on the result mode of the special figure variation display game. Has become. In this time saving state, the probability that the hit result of the universal figure fluctuation display game (general figure probability) is a high probability (general figure high probability state) higher than 0 which is the normal probability (general figure low probability state). Is possible. As a result, the opening time of the normal fluctuation winning device 37 per unit time is controlled to be longer than that in the case where the normal fluctuation winning device 37 is in the normal probability low probability state. Here, in the normal variation winning device 37 in the present embodiment, the universal figure probability is set to 0 so as not to open the movable member 37b in the normal gaming state. In other words, the operation state of the normal variation winning device 37 is configured to be controlled in one of the first operation state and the second operation state in which winning is easier than in the first operation state. .

Further, in the time saving state, the execution time of the figure variation display game (public figure variation time) is, for example, 500 msec, and the figure figure stop time for displaying the result of the figure variation display game is, for example, 600 msec. When the ordinary figure variation display game is a hit result and the ordinary variation winning device 37 is opened, the opening time of the first hit stop symbol (normal electricity open time) and the number of times of opening (for example, 500 msec×1 time), Opening time of the second hit stop design (normal power open time) and opening count (for example, 1700 msec x 2 times), Open time of the third hit stop design (normal power open time) and open count (for example, 1700 msec x) 3 times).

In addition, the execution time of the universal figure variation display game, the universal figure stop time, the number of regular electricity open, and the universal electricity open time are appropriately set so that the general figure variation display game and the ordinary variation prize winning device 37 are controlled to be in the time saving operation state. Alternatively, for example, in the time saving state, it is possible to control the execution time of the above-described universal figure fluctuation display game (normal figure fluctuation time) to be a second fluctuation time shorter than the first fluctuation time. (For example, 10000 msec is 1000 msec). Further, in the time saving state, it is possible to control the universal figure stop time for displaying the result of the universal figure change display game to be the second stop time shorter than the first stop time (for example, 1604 ms 704 ms). In addition, in the time saving state, when the normal figure variation display game is a hit result and the normal variable winning device 37 is opened, the opening time (normal electric open time) is set to the normal state (normal figure low probability state). It is possible to control such that the second opening time is longer than the one opening time (for example, 100 ms is 1352 ms). In addition, in the time saving state, the number of times of opening the normal variation winning device 37 (the number of times of opening the normal electric power) is larger than the first number of times of opening (for example, 2 times) with respect to one hit result of the universal figure changing display game. It is possible to set the number of times of opening (for example, four times) to the second number of times of opening. In addition, in the time saving state, the probability that the hit result of the figure variation display game (universal figure probability) is higher than the normal probability in the normal operation state (general figure low probability state, for example, 1/251). The probability (universal figure high probability state, for example, 250/251) can be used.

In the time saving state, the general variation prize winning device 37 is opened by changing one or more of the universal figure variation time, the universal figure stop time, the number of universal communication open, the universal communication open time, and the universal figure probability. Try to extend the conversion time longer than usual. It is also possible to set a plurality of types of time saving states that are different from each other. Further, in the case of a hit, either the first opening mode or the second opening mode may be selected. In this case, the selection probabilities of the first opening mode and the second opening mode may be different. Further, the high-probability state and the time-saving state can occur independently of each other, both of them can occur at the same time, or only one of them can occur.

The special display 1 display 51 and the special display 2 display 52 may be separate display or the same display, but each special display variation display so as not to be executed independently or simultaneously. The game is displayed. Also, the display device 41 may use different display devices or different display areas for the first special figure variable display game and the second special figure variable display game, or use the same display device or display area. However, the decoration special figure variation display game is displayed so as not to be executed independently or simultaneously. Further, the game machine 10 may not be provided with the special figure 1 display device 51 and the special figure 2 display device 52, and the special figure variation display game may be executed only by the display device 41. In addition, the second special figure variation display game is executed with priority over the first special figure variation display game. That is, when there is a start memory of the first special figure variation display game and the second special figure variation display game, and the special figure variation display game can be executed, the second special figure variation display game is It is designed to be executed (executed with priority). Further, in the description of the present embodiment, when the first special figure variation display game and the second special figure variation display game are not distinguished, they are simply referred to as a special figure variation display game.

Although not particularly limited, the starting opening 1 switch 36a in the starting winning opening 36, the starting opening 2 switch 37a in the normal variable winning device 37, the gate switch 34a, the winning opening switch 35a, the big winning opening switch 38a, the out switch that detects all the game balls that have been shot in the game area 32 and has completed the game is equipped with a coil for magnetic detection, and the magnetic field changes when a metal approaches the coil. A non-contact magnetic proximity sensor (hereinafter, referred to as a proximity switch) that detects a magnetic field is used. Further, the glass frame open detection switch 63 provided on the glass frame 15 of the gaming machine 10 and the main frame open detection switch 64 provided on the front frame (main frame) 12 etc. are micro switches having mechanical contacts. Can be used.

Hereinafter, control of a gaming machine that performs such a game will be described. First, the control executed by the gaming microcomputer (gaming microcomputer) 111 of the gaming control device 100 will be described. The control process by the gaming microcomputer 111 mainly includes a main process shown in FIGS. 5 and 6, and a timer interrupt process shown in FIG. 7 performed at a predetermined time cycle (for example, 4 msec).

[Main processing]
First, the main process will be described. The main process is started when the power is turned on. In this main process, as shown in FIG. 5 and FIG. 6, first, the process of inhibiting the interrupt (step S1) is performed, and then the start address of the area for saving the value of the register etc. when the interrupt occurs. A stack pointer setting process (step S2) for setting a certain stack pointer is performed. Next, the register bank 0 is designated (step S3), and the upper address of the RAM start address is set in a predetermined register (eg D register) (step S4). In the case of the present embodiment, the RAM address range is 0000h to 01FFh, and 00h or 01h is taken as the higher order, and the leading 00h is set in step S4. Next, a signal to stop firing is output and the firing permission signal is set to the prohibited state (step S5). The firing permission signal is set to a prohibited state when at least one of the game control device 100 and the payout control device 200 outputs a signal to stop the firing, and the firing of the game ball is prohibited.

After that, the state of the input port 3 (third input port 124) is read (step S6), and the power-on delay timer is set (step S7). In this process, by setting a predetermined initial value, the program of the sub-control means (for example, payout control device 200 or effect control device 300) that performs various controls according to instructions from the game control device 100 that is the main control means. A waiting time (for example, 3 seconds) for waiting for normal activation is set. As a result, when the power is turned on, the command is sent to the slave control device before the game control device 100 starts up first and the slave control devices (for example, the payout control device 200 and the effect control device 300) start up, and the slave control device. Can avoid dropping commands. That is, the game control device 100 delays the activation of the main control means (game control device 100) and waits for the activation of the slave control devices (payout control device 200, effect control device 300, etc.) when the power is turned on. It forms a standby means for setting the standby time.

In addition, the power-on delay timer counts time using a storage area (RAM area or register, etc. that is not the target of validity determination) that is not the target of validity determination (checksum calculation) of RAM. As a result, when calculating check data such as the checksum of the RAM area, it is not necessary to exclude a part of the RAM area for calculation, and thus it is possible to prevent the control at power-on from becoming complicated.

A signal from the set value changing switch 151 and the setting key switch 152 and a signal from the main frame opening detection switch are input to the third input port 124, and the third input port 124 receives the third signal before starting the standby time. By reading the state of the input port 124, the state of the set value change switch 151 and the setting key switch 152 when the power is turned on and the open state of the front frame 12 (main body frame) can be grasped. That is, the game control device 100 constitutes an opening/closing detection means capable of detecting the open/closed state of the front frame 12. As described above, when the front frame 12 is opened and the power is turned on with the setting key of the setting key operation unit turned to the second position, the probability setting value change state in which the probability setting value can be changed Becomes Further, when the power is turned on with the setting value change button being pressed down without the setting key of the setting key operation unit being turned to the second position, the RAM 111C is cleared (initialized). ing. Since the setting key operation unit and the set value change button cannot be operated unless the front frame 12 is opened, the front frame 12 must be opened.

By reading the state of the third input port 124 before the start of the standby time, it is possible to reliably detect the operation of the set value change button. That is, if the state of the set value change switch 151 is read after the lapse of the waiting time, it is necessary to continue to operate the set value changing button from the time when the power is turned on to the lapse of the waiting time. However, by reading the state before the start of the waiting time, it is not necessary to perform such a troublesome operation, and it is possible to prevent a situation in which the initialization operation performed at power-on cannot be accepted.

After performing the process of setting the power-on delay timer (step S7), the process of measuring the standby time and monitoring the occurrence of power failure during the standby time (steps S8 to S12) is performed. First, the number of times (for example, twice) the power failure monitoring signal input from the power supply device 400 is read and checked via the port and the data bus is set (step S8) to determine whether the power failure monitoring signal is on. Perform (step S9).

When the power failure monitoring signal is on (step S9; Y), it is determined whether the power failure monitoring signal is kept on for the number of checks set in step S8 (step S10). When the power failure monitoring signal is not kept on for the number of checks (step S10; N), the process returns to the determination whether the power failure monitoring signal is on (step S9). If the power failure monitoring signal is kept on for the number of checks (step S10; Y), that is, if it is determined that a power failure has occurred, the game machine waits until the power is cut off. In this way, by determining that a power failure has occurred when the power failure monitoring signal is continuously received for a predetermined period, it is possible to prevent false detection of power failure due to noise, etc. can do.

That is, the game control device 100 serves as a power failure monitoring means for monitoring the occurrence of power failure in a predetermined standby time. As a result, it becomes possible to deal with a power failure that has occurred during the period in which the activation of the game control device 100, which is the main control means, is delayed, and it is possible to appropriately deal with a malfunction at the time of turning on the power. Note that access to the RAM is not permitted until the end of the standby time, and the stored contents when the power was last turned off are retained, so backup processing is performed when a power failure occurs here. No need. Therefore, even if a power failure occurs during the standby time, it is not necessary to back up the RAM, and the control load can be reduced.

On the other hand, when the power failure monitoring signal is not on (step S9; N), that is, when the power failure has not occurred, the power-on delay timer is updated by -1 (step S11), and whether the timer value is 0 or not. Is determined (step S12). When the value of the timer is not 0 (step S12; N), that is, when the standby time has not ended, the process returns to the process of setting the number of checks of the power failure monitoring signal (step S8). Further, when the value of the timer is 0 (step S12; Y), that is, when the waiting time has expired, access is permitted to the read/write RWM (read/write memory) such as RAM or EEPROM (step S13). ), OFF data is output to all output ports (set to a state where there is no output) (step S14).

Next, a serial port (a port pre-installed in the gaming microcomputer 111, which is used for communication with the effect control device 300 and the payout control device 200 in this embodiment) is set (step S15).
Next, it is determined whether the value of the power failure inspection area 1 in the RWM is the normal power failure inspection area check data 1 (for example, 5 Ah) (step S16). If the value is normal (step S16; Y), the power failure in the RWM is performed. It is determined whether the value of the inspection area 2 is the normal power failure inspection area check data 2 (for example, A5h) (step S17). Then, if the value of the power failure inspection area 2 is normal (step S17; Y), a checksum calculation process for calculating a checksum of a predetermined area in the RWM is performed (step S18), and the calculated checksum and power off It is determined whether the checksums of the two match (step S19). That is, the game control device 100 serves as a validity determination means for determining whether the information stored in the storage means is valid when the power is turned on. If the checksums match (step S19; Y), the RAM clear start address 2 is set (step S20), and it is determined whether the probability setting value change state is set (step S21). When the probability setting value changing state is set, it is possible to determine because the probability setting value changing flag is set.

If it is in the probability setting value changing state (step S21; Y), the process proceeds to step S35, and the process of initializing the RAM and the probability setting value changing state in which the probability setting value can be changed are performed. Note that it is determined here that the probability setting value is being changed when the power is shut off and the RAM data is normally backed up while the probability setting value is being changed. In this case, the probability setting value is again set. The value is changed. If the probability setting value change state is not set (step S21; N), it is determined from the state of the third input port 124 previously read whether the main body frame (front face frame 12) is open (step S22).

In the storage area of the RAM 111C, a probability setting value area, an initial value random number area, a variation pattern random number area, a game control area, and a state display area are set in order from the beginning. In the area for the probability setting value, a probability setting value area for storing information on the currently set probability setting value and a work area for temporarily storing various information in the process of changing or confirming the probability setting value are set. To be done. This work area includes a work probability setting value area for storing information on the probability setting value selected in the probability setting value changing state and an area for storing various flags. In the area for initial value random numbers, big hit symbol initial value random numbers, small hit symbol initial value random numbers, hit initial value random numbers, and hit symbol initial value random numbers that are updated at any time are stored. In addition, the fluctuation pattern random numbers 1 to 3 that are updated at any time are stored in the fluctuation pattern random number area. In the game control area, a work area in which information (various data and programs) necessary for performing game control is stored, and a stack area are set. In addition, a work area for storing information necessary for displaying a base value, an accessory ratio, and the like, and a stack area are set in the work area for status display.

The base value is calculated from the number of game balls detected by the out switch that detects all the game balls (safe balls and out balls) that have been shot in the game area 32 and finished playing, or the number of payouts based on winning in the prize area. The information required to display the base value includes, for example, information regarding the number of game balls detected by the out switch and information regarding the number of payouts based on winning in the winning area. In addition, the ratio of the winning character is the total number of award balls (total number of award balls) obtained by winning the prize hole from the power-on of the game machine 10 to the present time (that is, fanfare and ending). It is the ratio of the number of prize balls (the number of balls acquired for each character) obtained by winning the special winning prize (excluding the middle) (so-called continuous character ratio), and the information required to display the character ratio. Includes, for example, information on the total number of prize balls (total number of prize balls) and information on the number of prize balls (acquired ball count by role goods).

The RAM clear start address 2 is the start address of the area for the initial value random number, and by performing the process of clearing the RAM with this address set, the area for the initial value random number, the area for the fluctuation pattern random number, and the The area for game control will be cleared. The area for the initial value random number and the area for the variable pattern random number may not be included in the clear target. Further, a RAM clear start address 1 which will be described later is a start address of the area for the probability setting value, and the RAM is cleared while the address is set to perform the area for the probability setting value and the initial value random number. The area for use, the area for variable pattern random numbers, and the area for game control (work area and stack area) will be cleared. Further, a RAM clear top address 3 to be described later is a top address of the area for game control, and by performing the process of clearing the RAM with this address set, the area for game control is cleared. Become.

The status display area is initialized if it is abnormal by judging the validity in the status display edit output processing in the timer interrupt processing described later, but the backed up information is not normal. In the process of clearing the RAM with the RAM clear start address 1 set in this case, the state display area may also be initialized. That is, in the process of clearing the RAM when the RAM clear start address 1 is set, all areas of the RAM 111C may be initialized.

In the checksum calculation process of step S18 and step S57 described later, the checksum is calculated only for the work area for game control. Note that one or more of the probability setting value region, the initial value random number region, the variation pattern random number region, the game control region, and the state display region may be targeted. When targeting multiple areas, the checksum of each area may be calculated individually and the correctness may be determined individually, or the checksums of the respective areas may be summed to determine the correctness. You may make it judge collectively.

If the body frame is in the open state (step S22; Y), it is determined from the state of the third input port 124 previously read whether the setting key switch is in the on state (step S23). If the setting key switch is in the ON state (step S23; Y), the process proceeds to step S35, and the process of initializing the RAM and the process of changing the probability setting value to the probability setting value changeable state are performed. If the setting key switch is not in the ON state (step S23; N) or the body frame is not in the open state (step S22; N), the process proceeds to step S24 and the previously read state of the third input port 124. Then, it is determined whether the set value change switch is in the on state (step S24).

If the set value change switch is not in the on state (step S24; N), the process proceeds to step S30, and the process is performed when the power failure is normally restored. If the set value change switch is in the ON state (step S24; Y), the process proceeds to step S41 to initialize the initial value random number area, the variation pattern random number area, and the game control RAM area. Perform processing. That is, the setting value change switch 151 also has a function as an initialization operation unit that can be operated from the outside, and the game control device 100 stores data stored in the RAM based on the operation of the initialization operation unit. It forms the initialization means for initializing.

On the other hand, when it is determined that the value of the power failure inspection area is not normal check data (step S16; N or step S17; N), and when it is determined that the checksums do not match (step S19; N), step S25. Then, the process for initializing all RAM areas is performed. That is, the probability setting value RAM area and the status display RAM area are initialized only when a RAM abnormality occurs. Further, the area for initial value random number, the area for variable pattern random number, and the RAM area for game control are not only when the setting value change switch 151 is turned on as described above, but also when a RAM abnormality occurs. Is also initialized.

First, the RAM clear start address 1 is set (step S25), and it is determined from the previously read state of the third input port 124 whether the body frame (front frame 12) is in the open state (step S26). If the body frame is in the open state (step S26; Y), it is determined from the state of the third input port 124 previously read whether the setting key switch is in the on state (step S27). If the setting key switch is in the ON state (step S27; Y), the process proceeds to step S35, and the process of initializing the RAM and the process of changing the probability setting value to the probability setting value changing state are performed. As will be described later, the RAM is initialized in steps S35 and S36. In this case, the RAM clear start address 1 is set, so that the area for the probability setting value and the random number for the initial value are set. The area, the variable pattern random number area, and the game control area (work area and stack area) are cleared and the initial values are saved. The area for displaying the status may be initialized here.

If the setting key switch is not in the on state (step S27; N) or the main frame is not in the open state (step S26; N), the command (specific information) of the setting change instruction is given to the effect control board (effect control device). 300) (step S28), RAM access is prohibited (step S29), control is stopped, and power-off of the gaming machine is awaited. In the effect control device 300, the display of the display device 41 or the sub information display device 90, the light emission of the LED of the frame decoration device 18 or the board decoration device 46, and the operation of the board effect device 44 are performed based on the reception of the command of the setting change instruction. , And outputs a sound from the speakers 19a and 19b to notify the user that the probability setting value should be changed. This notification is continued until the power of the gaming machine is shut off.

In this case, after turning off the power of the gaming machine, if the front frame 12 is opened and the setting key of the setting key operation unit is turned to the second position and the power is turned on again, the setting key is processed in step S27. It is determined that the switch is in the ON state (step S27; Y), the process proceeds to step S35, and the process of initializing the RAM and the process of changing the probability setting value to the probability setting value changing state are performed. When the control is stopped in step S29, the front frame 12 is not opened or the setting key of the setting key operation unit is not turned to the second position after the power of the gaming machine is cut off. When the power is turned on again, the data in the RAM remains abnormal and the state cannot be changed to the probability setting value change state, so that the processes in steps S28 and S29 are performed again.

Although the notification is made by transmitting the setting change instruction command to the effect control device 300 in step S28, the game control device 100 may make the notification. For example, the notification may be performed on the collective display device 50 controlled by the game control device 100, and the display that is not used as the identification information is displayed on the special figure 1 display 51 or the special figure 2 display 52. Alternatively, a display may be provided to notify the abnormality.

In step S30 of FIG. 6 as a process when the power is restored normally, the initial value when the power is restored is saved in the area to be initialized (step S30). The areas to be initialized here are a power failure inspection area, a checksum area, and an area related to error fraud monitoring. The busy signal status area that stores the state of the payout busy signal, which is a signal indicating whether or not the payout control device 200 can accept the command, is also cleared, indicating that the state of the payout busy signal has not been finalized. Indefinite. Similarly, the touch switch signal state monitoring area for storing the state of the touch switch signal is also cleared to an undefined state indicating that the state of the touch switch signal is not fixed. After that, the area for storing the game state in the RWM is examined to determine whether the probability state of the special figure variation display game is the high probability state (step S31).

If the probability of the special figure is not high (step S31; N), steps S32 and S33 are skipped and the process proceeds to step S34. If the probability of the special figure is high (step S31; Y), the ON information is saved in the high probability notification flag area (step S32), and the high probability notification LED (error indicator) provided on the game board 30. The ON (lighting) data of is saved in the segment area (step S33).

Then, the command at the time of power failure recovery corresponding to the process number prepared for rationally executing the special figure game process described later is transmitted to the production control board (production control device 300) (step S34), and step S45. Go to. In the case of the present embodiment, in step S34, the model designation command, the special figure 1 hold number command, the special figure 2 hold number command, the probability information command, the probability setting value information that is the information of the selected probability setting value, and the screen designation. A plurality of commands such as a command (for example, a customer waiting demo command when in the customer waiting state, a restoration screen command in other cases) is transmitted. Further, depending on the model, in addition to these commands, a performance number information command and a high probability number information command are also transmitted. In particular, by transmitting the probability setting value information that is the information of the probability setting value selected to the effect control device 300, the effect according to the probability setting value is performed, or the effect of the game is changed according to the probability setting value. It is possible to execute an effect that suggests or notifies the probability setting value, such as changing the selection probability.

The screen designation command transmits a command according to the restarted game state. When restarting the special figure variation display game interrupted by power-off as the control is restarted, a recovery screen command forming recovery information is transmitted as a screen designation command. Further, in this case, information regarding the result of the restarted special figure variation display game is also transmitted. Further, when the power is cut off in the customer waiting state and the power is restored to restart the control in the customer waiting state, the customer waiting demo command is transmitted as the screen designation command. Further, in the case of restarting the special game state that was interrupted due to the power interruption with the restart of the control, the special game state restart command is transmitted as the screen designation command.

Further, in step S35 of FIG. 6, the RAM area to be cleared is cleared to 0 (step S35) and initialized as the processing of initializing the RAM and the processing of changing the probability setting value to the probability setting value changing state. The initial value at the time of RAM initialization is saved in the area (step S36). Here, when the backed up information is normal and the process shifts from step S21 or S23, since the RAM clear start address 2 is set, the area for the initial value random number, the area for the fluctuation pattern random number, and the game control The RAM area (work area and stack area) is cleared to 0 and the initial value is saved. That is, the probability setting value area and the status display area are not initialized. However, it is not necessary to clear the area for initial value random numbers and the area for variable pattern random numbers.

On the other hand, if the backed up information is abnormal and the process moves from step S27, the RAM clear start address 1 is set, so the area for the probability setting value, the area for the initial value random number, and the area for the fluctuation pattern random number are set. And the game control area (work area and stack area) is cleared and the initial value is saved. That is, the game control device 100 serves as an initialization unit that can initialize the storage unit based on the operation of the operation unit (here, the setting key operation unit). The area for displaying the status may be initialized here.

The area to be initialized is an area in which a value other than 0 is desired to be set in the area cleared to 0, and is, for example, a customer waiting demo area and an area related to the setting of the effect mode. When all the RAM areas are cleared to 0, the probability setting value is set to 1 by setting 0 in the probability setting value area. Since the probability setting value with the lowest probability is set, damage to the amusement store can be minimized even when the RAM is cleared due to an abnormality or an illegal act. If a value other than 0 is set as the initial value, a specific probability setting value (for example, setting 3) can be set when the entire RAM area is initialized.

After that, the probability setting value changing flag is set as a process for changing the probability setting value to the probability setting value changing state (step S37). As a result, the probability setting value change state is set. Next, the probability setting value display data corresponding to the probability setting value is saved in the probability setting value display data area (step S38). As a result, it becomes possible to display information on the probability setting value currently set on the probability setting value display device 153.

Then, the value of the probability setting value area is loaded, the value is saved in the work probability setting value area (step S39), and the command whose probability setting is being changed is transmitted to the effect control board (effect control device 300) (step S40). , And proceeds to step S45. In the effect control device 300, the display of the display device 41 or the sub-information display device 90, the light emission of the LED of the frame decoration device 18 or the board decoration device 46, and the board effect device 44 are performed based on the reception of the command during the change of the probability setting. By the operation, the sound output from the speakers 19a and 19b, and the like, the notification indicating that the probability setting value is being changed is performed. Although the RAM has been initialized, the command for RAM initialization is not transmitted to the effect control device 300 here. Also, settings for outputting a security signal are performed. In this case, the timer may be set so that the security signal is output for a predetermined time, or the security signal may be output continuously during the period in which the probability setting value is changed. Further, since the RAM has not been initialized yet here, the setting for outputting the security signal may be omitted.

Further, as the process of initializing the RAM area for game control, in step S41 of FIG. 6, the RAM clear start address 2 is set (step S41), and the RAM area to be cleared is cleared to 0 (step S42) and initialized. The initial value at the time of RAM initialization is saved in the power area (step S43). As a result, the initial value random number area, the variable pattern random number area, and the game control RAM area (work area and stack area) are cleared to 0, and the initial value is saved. Also, a timer for outputting a security signal is set. That is, the game control device 100 serves as an initialization unit that can initialize the storage unit based on the operation of the operation unit (here, the set value change button).

Then, the command for RAM initialization is transmitted to the effect control board (effect control device 300) (step S44), and the process proceeds to step S45. In the case of the present embodiment, in step S44, the model designation command, the special figure 1 hold number command, the special figure 2 hold number command, the probability information command, the probability setting value information that is the information of the selected probability setting value, the RAM initial A plurality of commands such as an activation command (a command for displaying a customer waiting demo screen and for notifying the RAM initialization by light and sound for a predetermined time (for example, 30 seconds)) are transmitted. Further, depending on the model, in addition to these commands, a performance number information command and a high probability number information command are also transmitted. In particular, by transmitting the probability setting value information that is the information of the probability setting value selected to the effect control device 300, the effect according to the probability setting value is performed, or the effect of the game is changed according to the probability setting value. It is possible to execute an effect that suggests or notifies the probability setting value, such as changing the selection probability.

In step S45, a CTC (Counter/Timer Circuit) that generates a timer interrupt signal and a random number update trigger signal (CTC) in the gaming microcomputer 111 (clock generator)
Perform the process to activate the circuit. The CTC circuit is provided in the clock generator in the gaming microcomputer 111. The clock generator divides the oscillation signal (original clock signal) from the oscillation circuit 113 and a timer interrupt signal of a predetermined cycle (for example, 4 milliseconds) to the CPU 111A based on the divided signal. And a CTC circuit that generates a signal CTC that gives a trigger for updating a random number to be supplied to the random number generation circuit.

After the CTC activation process in step S45, a process for activating and setting the random number generation circuit is performed (step S46). Specifically, the CPU 111A sets a code (specified value) for activating the random number generation circuit in a predetermined register (CTC update permission register) in the random number generation circuit. Also, a bit transposed pattern of hard random numbers (here, big hit random numbers) generated by the hardware of the random number generation circuit is set. The bit transposition pattern is the method of exchanging the bit arrangement of the extracted random numbers (arrangement before bit transposition in the upper row) in a predetermined order and storing as a different bit arrangement (arrangement after bit transposition in the lower row). Is a pattern that determines. By exchanging the bits of the random number in accordance with this bit transposed pattern, the regularity of the random number can be broken and the confidentiality of the random number can be improved. The bit transposition pattern may be a fixed single pattern or may be selected from a plurality of patterns prepared in advance. Further, the user may set it arbitrarily.

After that, the values of predetermined registers (soft random number registers 1 to n) in the random number generation circuit at the time of power-on are extracted, and various corresponding initial value random numbers (in the case of the present embodiment, random numbers for determining the winning symbol of the special drawing). Predetermined RWM as the initial value (start value) of (big hit symbol random number, small hit symbol random number), random number determining the hit of the universal figure (random number per hit), random number determining the hit symbol of the universal figure (per symbol random number)) After saving in the area (step S47), the interruption is permitted (step S48). Since the random number generation circuit in the CPU 111A used in the present embodiment is configured so that the initial value of the soft random number register changes each time the power is turned on, this value is used as the initial value (start value) of various initial value random numbers. By doing so, it is possible to break the regularity of the random numbers generated by the software and make it difficult for the player to obtain an illegal random number.

Subsequently, an initial value random number updating process (step S49) for updating the values of various initial value random numbers and breaking the regularity of the random numbers is performed. In the present embodiment, in the initial value random number updating process, the big hit symbol initial value random number, the small hit symbol initial value random number, the hit initial value random number, and the hit symbol initial value random number are updated (for example, +1 update). Here, "big hit symbol initial value random number" is a random number that becomes the initial value of the random number that determines the big hit stop symbol of the special figure variation display game, "small hit symbol initial value random number" is the special figure variation display It is a random number that is the initial value of the random number that determines the small hit stop pattern of the game. In addition, "hit initial value random number" is a random number that becomes the initial value of the random number that determines the hit of the universal figure variation display game, and "hit symbol initial value random number" is the hit stop symbol of the universal figure variation display game. Is a random number that is the initial value of the random number that determines. In this way, the randomness of random numbers can be enhanced by continuing to increment the initial value random numbers as long as time permits in the main process. Incidentally, the small hit symbol random number does not naturally exist in the model without the small hit. In addition, depending on the model, there is also a gaming machine in which there is no random number for the initial winning symbol.

In addition, although not particularly limited, in the present embodiment, the big hit random number, the big hit design random number, the small hit design random number, the hit random number, and the hit design random number are generated by using the random numbers generated in the random number generation circuit. Is configured. However, the big hit random number is a so-called "high-speed counter" that is updated based on a clock having a speed equal to or higher than the operation clock of the CPU. It is a "low-speed counter" that is updated based on the CTC output (CTC (CTC2) different from CTC (CTC0) of the timer interrupt processing) having the same cycle as the unit of the timer interrupt processing. In addition, in the big hit symbol random number, the small hit symbol random number, the hit random number, and the hit symbol random number, the so-called "initial value changing method" that changes the start value using each initial value random number (generated by software) every time the random number makes a round Is adopted. Each of the random numbers may be a counter-type update by +1 or -1, or may be a random-type update in which all values within the range appear separately without duplication until one cycle. That is, the big hit random number is a random number updated only by hardware, and the big hit symbol random number, the small hit symbol random number, the hit random number, and the hit symbol random number are random numbers updated by hardware and software.

After the initial value random number updating process of step S49, the number of times (for example, 2) the power failure monitoring signal input from the power supply device 400 is read and checked via the port and the data bus is set (step S50), and the power failure occurs. It is determined whether the monitoring signal is on (step S51). When the power failure monitoring signal is not on (step S51; N), the process returns to the initial value random number updating process (step S49). That is, when the power failure has not occurred, the initial value random number update processing and the power failure monitoring signal check (loop processing) are repeated. By permitting the interrupt (step S48) before the initial value random number updating process (step S49), when the timer interrupt occurs during the initial value random number updating process, the interrupt process is preferentially executed, and the timer interrupt is executed. It is possible to prevent the interrupt processing from being stressed by waiting for the initial value random number updating processing.

In addition to the main process, the initial value random number updating process in step S49 includes a method of performing the initial value random number updating process in the timer interrupt process as well. In order to prevent the value random number updating process from being executed, when performing the initial value random number updating process in the main process, it is necessary to disable the interrupt and then update and cancel the interrupt. If the initial value random number update process is not performed in the timer interrupt process and only in the main process, there is no problem even if the interrupt is released before the initial value random number update process. It has the advantage of being simplified.

When the power failure monitoring signal is on (step S51; Y), it is determined whether the power failure monitoring signal is kept on for the number of checks set in step S50 (step S52). Then, when the power failure monitoring signal is not kept on for the number of checks (step S52; N), the process returns to the determination whether the power failure monitoring signal is on (step S51). If the power failure monitoring signal remains on for the number of checks (step S52; Y), that is, if it is determined that a power failure has occurred, processing for temporarily prohibiting interruption (step S53) is performed. A process of outputting off data to the output port (step S54) is performed.

After that, the power failure inspection area check data 1 is saved in the power failure inspection area 1 (step S55), and the power failure inspection area check data 2 is saved in the power failure inspection area 2 (step S56). Further, after performing a checksum calculation process (step S57) for calculating a checksum when the RWM is powered off and a process for saving the calculated checksum (step S58), a process for prohibiting access to the RWM (step S59). ), wait until the power of the gaming machine is cut off. In this way, by saving the check data in the power failure inspection area and calculating the checksum when the power is cut off, it is possible to check whether the information stored in the RWM before the power is properly backed up. It can be judged at the time of re-input.

From the above, the main control means (game control device 100) for controlling the game in an integrated manner, and the secondary control means (payout control device 200, effect control device 300, etc.) for performing various controls in accordance with instructions from the main control means. ), and the main control means delays the start of the main control means when the power is turned on and sets a predetermined standby time for waiting the start of the slave control device (a game control device). 100) and a power failure monitoring means (game control device 100) for monitoring occurrence of power failure during the predetermined standby time.

Further, a power supply device 400 for supplying power to various devices is provided, and the power supply device 400 is configured to output a power failure monitoring signal when detecting the occurrence of a power failure, and the power failure monitoring means (game control device 100) The power failure is determined to have occurred when the power failure monitoring signal is continuously received for a predetermined period.

Further, the main control means (game control device 100) has a RAM 111C capable of storing data, an initialization operation section (setting value change button, setting key operation section) operable from the outside, and an initialization operation section. An initialization unit (game control device 100) for initializing the data stored in the RAM 111C based on the operation, and reading the operation state of the initialization unit before the start of the standby time. Becomes

Further, the main control means (game control device 100) allows access to the RAM 111C after the waiting time has elapsed.

In the above main process, after performing the process of step S28, the process may return to the process of step S26, and the processes of steps S26 to S28 may be repeated until the setting key switch is turned on. . That is, the game control may be stopped to wait until the setting key switch is turned on. In this case, in steps S26 and S27, the determination is made based on the current state of the third input port 124 instead of the state of the third input port 124 read in step S6. Furthermore, when the state of repeating the processing of steps S26 to S28 continues for a certain period of time, the process may proceed to step S29 to wait for the power supply to be cut off.

Further, here, the condition for shifting to the probability setting value change state in which the probability setting value can be changed is that the main body frame (front frame 12) is in the open state and the setting key switch is in the on state. The open state of the frame 12 may not be a condition. Further, both the opening of the front frame 12 and the opening of the glass frame 15 may be a condition, or only the opening of the glass frame 15 may be a condition.

Alternatively, the setting key switch may not be provided, and the probability setting value changing state may be set only when the setting value changing switch is in the ON state. That is, the processing of steps S22 and S23 may not be performed, and when the set value change switch is in the ON state in step S24 (step S24; Y), the process may proceed to step S35 of FIG. In this case, the processing of steps S41 to S44 in FIG. 6 for initializing the initial value random number area, the variable pattern random number area, and the game control area is not performed, but the setting is changed in the probability setting value changing state. It is possible to initialize only the area for initial value random numbers, the area for random pattern random numbers, and the area for game control by ending without setting or setting the same probability setting value and ending. Thus, if the probability setting value changing state is set only on the condition that the setting value changing switch is in the ON state, the structure of the RAM clear switch in the conventional pachinko gaming machine can be used.

From the above, when a game is executed based on the establishment of a predetermined condition and the result of the game is a special result, a game machine that can generate a special game state that gives a game value to a player The control unit (game control device 100) for controlling and the probability setting value to which the probability value used for the lottery of the game is assigned are the operation unit (setting key operation unit (setting key switch 152), setting value change button (setting value). And a setting means (game control device 100) that allows selection from a plurality of types of probability setting values by operating the change switch 151)), and the control means is a storage means (RAM111C) capable of holding stored contents even in a power-off state. ), the validity determination means (game control device 100) for determining whether the information stored in the storage means is valid when the power is turned on, and the operation unit for selecting the probability setting value. An initialization unit (game control device 100) capable of initializing the storage unit based on the above is provided, and the probability setting is performed when the validity determination unit determines that the information stored in the storage unit is not valid. This means that the notification for prompting the selection of the value is performed. Therefore, it is possible to prompt the return to the normal state. Further, by initializing the RAM 111C, the probability setting value information set in the game store is also lost and the initial value is set, but by initializing the notification by prompting the selection of the probability setting value. By this, it is possible to prevent the probability setting value that is not intended by the gaming shop from being left set.

Further, the control means is configured so that the probability setting value can be selected when the operation section is operated when the power is turned on, and the information stored in the storage means is stored by the validity determination means. If it is determined that it is not valid, the notification for prompting the selection of the probability setting value is continued until the power is turned off. Therefore, it is possible to promote the return to the normal state, and it is possible to prevent the probability setting value, which is not intended by the game store, from being left set by the initialization.

In addition, the control means stops the control of the game and waits for the selection of the probability setting value when the validity determination means determines that the information stored in the storage means is not valid. It will be. Therefore, it is possible to promote the return to the normal state, and it is possible to prevent the probability setting value, which is not intended by the game store, from being left set by the initialization.

Further, the game control means (game control device 100) for controlling the game, and the effect control means (effect control device 300) for controlling the effect based on the information from the game control means, the game control means, When the validity determination means determines that the information stored in the storage means is not valid, the specific information is transmitted to the effect control means to stop the control of the game, and the effect control means determines the specific information. This means that the notification for prompting the selection of the probability setting value is performed based on the reception of the. Therefore, it is possible to promote the return to the normal state, and it is possible to prevent the probability setting value, which is not intended by the game store, from being left set by the initialization.

Moreover, when the specific information is received, the effect control means is configured to continue the notification prompting the selection of the probability setting value until the power is turned off. Therefore, it is possible to promote the return to the normal state, and it is possible to prevent the probability setting value, which is not intended by the game store, from being left set by the initialization.

In addition, the game is executed based on the establishment of a predetermined condition, and when the result of the game is a special result, the game is controlled in a game machine that can generate a special game state that gives a player a game value. The control means (game control device 100) and the probability setting values to which the probability values used for the lottery of the game are assigned are the first operation unit (setting key operation unit (setting key switch 152)) and the second operation unit (setting value). The setting means (game control device 100) is provided which allows selection from a plurality of types of probability setting values by operating a change button (setting value change switch 151), and the control means can retain the stored contents even in a power-off state. If the first operating unit and the second operating unit are not operated when the power is turned on, the storage unit (RAM111C) is restored based on the information stored and held in the storage unit, and when the power is turned on, the When the first operation unit is operated, the changeable state is set so that the probability setting value can be changed by the setting unit. When only the second operation unit is operated when the power is turned on, the storage unit is initialized. It is something that has been adapted. Therefore, the work of changing the probability setting value and the work of clearing the RAM can be selectively performed using the minimum operation unit, and the work efficiency at the game shop can be improved. Further, it is not necessary to provide an operation section more than necessary, the cost for manufacturing the game machine can be reduced, and the space for providing the operation section can be reduced.

Further, the setting means can change the probability setting value by operating the second operation unit in the changeable state. Therefore, it is possible to perform the operation of selecting the probability setting value and the operation of selecting the initialization using the same operation unit, and it is possible to improve the work efficiency in the game store. Further, it is not necessary to provide an operation section more than necessary, the cost for manufacturing the game machine can be reduced, and the space for providing the operation section can be reduced.

Further, the control means is provided with a validity determination means (game control device 100) for determining whether the information stored in the storage means is valid when the power is turned on, and the validity determination means stores the information in the storage means. When it is determined that the stored information is not valid and the first operation unit is not operated, the notification that prompts the initialization of the storage unit is performed. Therefore, it is possible to prompt the return to the normal state.

Further, the control means is configured to change the probability setting value by the setting means to a changeable state and to initialize the storage means when the first operation unit is operated when the power is turned on. If the validity determination means determines that the information stored in the storage means is not valid and the first operation portion is not operated, the first operation portion is operated. This means that a notification prompting the power to be turned on is given. Therefore, it is possible to prompt the return to the normal state.

In addition, the game is executed based on the establishment of a predetermined condition, and when the result of the game is a special result, the game is controlled in a game machine that can generate a special game state that gives a player a game value. The control means (game control device 100) and the probability setting value to which the probability value used for the lottery of the game is assigned are set to a plurality of operation units (setting key operation unit (setting key switch 152), setting value change button (setting value change). It is necessary for the control of the game by the setting means (game control device 100) that allows selection from a plurality of types of probability setting values by operating the switch 151)) and the control means that includes information on the probability setting values selected by the setting means. A storage unit capable of storing information (RAM 111C) is provided, and the control unit initializes the storage unit when the game machine is powered on while a predetermined operation unit among the plurality of operation units is operated. It is something that has been adapted. Therefore, the work of changing the probability setting value and the work of clearing the RAM can be selectively performed using the minimum operation unit, and the work efficiency at the game shop can be improved. Further, it is not necessary to provide an operation section more than necessary, the cost for manufacturing the game machine can be reduced, and the space for providing the operation section can be reduced.

[Timer interrupt processing]
Next, the timer interrupt process will be described. As shown in FIG. 7, the timer interrupt processing is started when a periodic timer interrupt signal generated by the CTC circuit in the clock generator is input to the CPU 111A. When a timer interrupt is generated in the gaming microcomputer 111, the interrupt is automatically disabled and the timer interrupt process of FIG. 7 is started.

When the timer interrupt process is started, first, the register bank 1 is designated (step S101). Switching to the register bank 1 is equivalent to performing the register saving process of moving the value held in a predetermined register (for example, the register used in the main process) to the RWM. Next, the upper address of the RAM start address is set in a predetermined register (for example, D register) (step S102). In step S102, the same processing as step S4 in the main processing is performed, but the register bank is different. Next, input processing from various sensors and switches and signal acquisition, that is, input processing for reading the state of each input port (step S103) is performed. Then, based on the output data set in various processes, an output process (step S104) for performing drive control of actuators such as solenoids (special winning opening solenoid 38b, universal electric solenoid 37c) is performed. When the signal to stop firing is output in step S5 in the main process, the output permission signal is output by performing this output process, and the firing permission signal can be set to the permitted state. This launch permission signal is output to the launch control device via the payout control device. At that time, no signal processing or the like is performed. Further, the launch permission signal is a first signal indicating the launch permission state as seen from the game control device, and the second signal (shooting permission signal) indicating the launch permission state as seen from the payout control device is also payout control. It is generated in the device and output to the firing control device. That is, two launch permission signals are output to the launch control device, and when both of them are allowed to launch, the game ball is configured to be ready for launch.

Next, the random number update process 1 (step S105) for updating the initial value (start value) of the big hit symbol random number, the small hit symbol random number, the hit random number, and the hit symbol random number that is the target of the initial value random number update process, the special figure 1, random number update processing 2 (step S106) for updating the variation pattern random number for determining the variation pattern in the variation display game of FIG. After that, the start port 1 switch 36a, the start port 2 switch 37a, the general-purpose gate switch 34a, the winning opening switch 35a, and the special winning opening switch 38a are monitored to see whether or not a normal signal is input, and an error is monitored ( A winning opening switch/state monitoring process (step S107) is performed to check whether the front frame and the glass frame are open.

Next, a probability setting value changing process (step S108) for changing or confirming the probability setting value is performed to determine whether the probability setting value is in a changed state (step S109). When the probability setting value change state is set, it is possible to determine because the probability setting value changing flag is set. If the probability setting value change state is not set (step S109; N), it is determined whether the probability setting value confirmation mode is set (step S110). The probability set value confirmation mode is a state in which the probability set value cannot be changed, but the currently set probability set value can be confirmed.

If it is not the probability setting value confirmation mode (step S110; N), as a process relating to the progress of the game, a payout command transmission process (step S111) of outputting the command set in the transmission buffer in various processes to the payout control device 200, The special figure game process (step S112) for performing the process relating to the figure changing display game and the general figure game process (step S113) for performing the process relating to the figure changing display game are performed. On the other hand, if it is in the probability setting value changing state (step S109; Y) or in the probability setting value confirmation mode (step S110; Y), the process shifts to step S114 without performing the above-mentioned processing relating to the game. That is, in the probability set value change state and the probability set value confirmation mode, the game cannot be progressed.

In the probability setting value changing state or the probability setting value confirmation mode, the payout command transmitting process (step S111), the special figure game process (step S112), and the general figure game process (step S113) are not performed. However, it may be performed for one or more of these. For example, the payout command transmission process (step S111) may be performed and the prize balls may be paid out. In addition, processing other than the above-described processing may be included as processing that is not performed in the probability setting value change state or the probability setting value confirmation mode. For example, the random number update process 1 (step S105) and the random number update process 2 (step S106) are not performed in the probability set value change state, and the random number is not updated in the probability set value change state and the probability set value confirmation mode. You can Further, the types of processing that are not executed in the probability set value change state and the probability set value confirmation mode may be different.

Next, the segment LED editing process (step S114) for driving the segment LEDs provided in the gaming machine 10 for displaying the special figure variation display game and various information regarding the game so as to display desired contents, the magnetic sensor 61. Magnet irregularity monitoring processing (step S115) for checking the detection signal from the board to determine whether there is an abnormality, and board radio wave irregularity for processing for checking the detection signal from the board radio wave sensor 62 to determine whether there is any abnormality A monitoring process (step S116) is performed. Then, an external information editing process (step S117) of setting signals to be output to various external devices in the output buffer is performed, and the base value is calculated from the number of game balls detected by the out switch and the number of payouts based on winning in the winning area. A state display edit output process is performed to calculate (step S118), and the timer interrupt process ends.

Here, in this embodiment, the process of restoring the interrupt disabled state (that is, the process of permitting the interrupt) and the process of restoring the designation of the register bank (that is, the process of designating the register bank 0) are performed by interrupt return. At this time (at the end of timer interrupt processing), it is automatically performed. Depending on the CPU to be used, there is a gaming machine in which it is necessary to instruct execution of a process of restoring the interrupt prohibited state or a process of restoring the designation of the register bank.

[Output processing]
Next, details of the output process (step S104) in the above-mentioned timer interrupt process will be described. As shown in FIG. 8, in the output process, first, OFF data is output (reset) to the output port 135 that outputs the data of the segment of the collective display device (LED) 50 (step S141). Next, the data to be output to the output port 134 for outputting the data of the special winning opening solenoid 38b and the universal electric solenoid 37c are combined and output (step S142).

Then, the value of the digit counter for sequentially scanning the digit lines of the collective display device (LED) 50 is updated (step S143), and the output data of the digit line of the LED corresponding to the value of the digit counter is acquired (step S143). S144). In the case of this embodiment, the value of the digit counter is updated by +1 in the range of 0 to 3. Next, the acquired data and external information data are combined (step S145), and the combined data (for example, "door/frame open" data, "security signal" data) is output to a digit/external information output port. The data is output to 136 (step S146).

Then, the output data of the segment line is loaded from the segment area in the RWM corresponding to the value of the digit counter (step S147), and the loaded data is output to the segment output output port 135 (step S148). As a result, the plurality of light emitting display units provided in the collective display device 50 are controlled by dynamic control.

Subsequently, various output data of external information are combined (step S149), and the combined data (for example, "big hit signal 1" data, "big hit signal 2" data, "big hit signal 3" data, "big hit signal" 4” data, “symbol confirmation frequency signal” data, “starting mouth signal” data, “main prize ball signal” data) and launch permission output data are combined (step S150), and the combined data is obtained. The external information/launch permission signal is output to the output port 137 (step S151).

Next, OFF output data for displaying the probability setting value is set as the display content on the probability setting value display device 153 (step S152), and it is determined whether the probability setting value display permission flag is set (step S153). The probability setting value display permission flag is a flag that is set when the probability setting value display device 153 is permitted to display a probability setting value.

When the probability setting value display permission flag is set (step S153; Y), the probability setting value display data is loaded from the probability setting value display data area (step S154), and the display data is output as the probability setting value display. The data is output to the port 134 (step S155). As a result, the probability setting value display device 153 displays the probability setting value. On the other hand, if the probability setting value display permission flag is not set (step S153; N), the display data is output to the probability setting value display output port 134 (step S155). In this case, the OFF output data set in step S152 is set, and nothing is displayed on the probability setting value display device 153.

Next, the data to be output to the test terminal output port 1 on the relay board 70 that outputs the test signal to the test firing test device is loaded and combined, and the combined data is output to the test terminal output port 1 on the relay board 70. Yes (step S156). After that, the data to be output to the test terminal output port 2 on the relay board 70 that outputs the test signal to the test firing test device is loaded and combined, and the combined data is output to the test terminal output port 2 on the relay board 70. (Step S157).

Next, the data to be output to the test terminal output port 3 on the relay board 70 that outputs the test signal to the test firing test device is loaded and combined, and the combined data is output to the test terminal output port 3 on the relay board 70. (Step S158). Further, the data to be output to the test terminal output port 4 on the relay board 70 that outputs the test signal to the test firing test device is loaded and combined, and the combined data is output to the test terminal output port 4 on the relay board 70. (Step S159). Then, the data to be output to the test terminal output port 5 on the relay board 70 that outputs the test signal to the test firing test device is loaded and combined, and the combined data is output to the test terminal output port 5 on the relay board 70. (Step S160).

Next, the test signal output data of the probability set value is loaded (step S161). Here, the probability set value display data is loaded as test signal output data from the probability set value display data area. That is, the data for display on the probability set value display device 153 is used as it is for the information on the probability set value in the test signal to the test shooting device. This simplifies the process and allows the accurate information to be output without changing the information of the probability setting value. Of course, the display data may be converted into value information and output.

Then, it is determined whether the setting key switch is in the on state (step S162), and if it is not in the on state (step S162; N), the process proceeds to step S184. If it is in the ON state (step S162; Y), the loaded data and the setting key switch ON information are combined (step S163), and the process proceeds to step S184. Then, the combined data is output to the test terminal output port 6 on the relay board 70 that outputs a test signal to the test firing test apparatus (step S164), and the output process ends.

[Payout command transmission process]
Next, details of the payout command transmission process (step S111) in the above-mentioned timer interrupt process will be described. As shown in FIG. 9, in the payout command transmitting process, first, it is checked whether or not there is a count in the winning number counter area 2 (step S181).

The winning number counter area is provided in the RAM 111C of the game control device 100, and the winning number counter area 1 and the winning number counter area 2 are provided. The winning number counter area 1 is an area used for transmitting a payout command (prize ball command) for instructing the payout control device 200 to pay out a prize ball, and a prize for which a payout command has not yet been transmitted. The winning data corresponding to the ball is stored. That is, the winning number counter area 1 constitutes a prize ball command counter capable of storing information on a prize ball command.

The number-of-wins counter area 2 is for transmitting a main award ball signal to be output to an external device each time the number of award balls (scheduled payout number) generated by winning the prize is reached to a predetermined number (here, 10). In the area to be used, the winning data corresponding to the prize balls for which the main prize ball signal has not been generated is stored. That is, the winning number counter area 2 constitutes a main prize ball signal counter capable of storing information relating to the main prize ball signal. In addition to the main prize ball signal, the payout prize ball signal is output from the payout control device 200 to the external device each time the number of prize balls actually paid out reaches a predetermined number (here, 10). It is possible to monitor illegal payouts by comparing these two signals.

In each of these prize number counter areas, there is a prize number counter area for each number of prize balls set for each prize hole (in the present embodiment, 3 prize balls, 10 prize balls, 14 prize balls). Is provided, and the count number of the corresponding prize number counter area is incremented by 1 based on the winning of the winning opening. That is, it is possible to store the information of the winning in units of one winning in the winning area. The prize number counter area 1 is assigned a wider area than the prize number counter area 2 so that more prize data can be stored. This is because while the main prize ball signal can be transmitted regardless of the state of the destination, the payout command may suspend the transmission depending on the state of the payout control device 200 that is the destination, so that more untransmitted This is because data may be accumulated.
Specifically, in the case of the present embodiment, up to 65535 winnings can be stored in each of the three prize ball counter area, the ten prize ball counter area, and the fourteen prize ball counter area of the prize number counter area 1. The three prize ball counter area, the ten prize ball counter area, and the fourteen prize ball counter area of the prize number counter area 2 are each configured to store up to 255 prizes.

In the process of checking whether there is a count in the winning number counter area 2 (step S181), “0” is set in the winning number counter area to be checked among the plurality of winning number counter areas provided for each number of prize balls. Determine whether there is a count number that is not. Then, if there is no count number (step S181; N), the address of the winning number counter area 2 to be checked is updated (step S182), and whether or not the checking of the counting numbers of all the winning number counter areas is completed is completed. The determination is made (step S183). If it is determined in this determination that all checks have been completed (step S183; Y), the process proceeds to step S192. On the other hand, when it is determined that all the checks are not completed (step S183; N), the process returns to step S181 and the above process is repeated. In the case of the present embodiment, the address of the winning number counter area 2 to be checked is updated in the order of 3 prize ball counter area→10 prize ball counter area→14 prize ball counter area.

If it is determined in step S181 that there is a count number (step S181; Y), the count number of the target winning number counter area is updated by -1 (step S184), and the target winning number counter area 2 is displayed. The payout amount corresponding to the address is acquired (step S185). Then, the value of the remaining number of prize balls area and the acquired number of payouts are added (step S186), and the addition result is saved in the remaining number of prize balls area (step S187). As the value of the remaining number of prize balls area before this processing, a fraction which is less than a predetermined number serving as a reference of the output of the main prize ball signal is stored.

Thereafter, 10 is subtracted from the addition result (step S188), it is determined whether the subtraction result is 0 or more (step S189), and if it is not 0 or more (step S189; N), the process proceeds to step S192. When the number is 0 or more (step S189; Y), the value of the main prize ball signal output frequency area is updated by +1 (step S190). That is, each time the remaining number of prize balls reaches 10, the number of times the main prize ball signal is output is updated by +1.
Then, the subtraction result is saved in the remaining number of prize balls (step S191), and the process returns to step S188. As a result, the main prize ball signal is output to an external device such as a hall computer. That is, the game control device 100 serves as an external information output unit that outputs a main prize ball signal including information about the number of prize balls determined to be paid out in accordance with winning of the game balls to a predetermined prize area to the outside of the gaming machine. . By outputting the main prize ball signal, when the payout of the game balls is concentrated during a big hit, the output of the prize ball signal is delayed along with the payout of the game balls, and the exact value generated during the big hit. It is possible to prevent such a problem that the number of special prize balls cannot be counted.
Here, the processing of steps S181 to S191 is processing of updating (increasing) the number of times the main prize ball signal is output, and the processing of steps S192 to S201 is processing of transmitting a payout command.

In step S192, if the payout command transmission timer is not "0", -1 is updated (step S192), and it is determined whether the payout command transmission timer has become "0" (step S193). When the payout command transmission timer is not "0" (step S193; N), the payout command transmission process is ended. If the payout command transmission timer is "0" (step S193; Y), the payout busy signal flag is checked to determine whether the payout busy signal is busy (step S194).

The payout busy signal is a signal indicating whether or not the payout control device 200 can immediately start the payout control. If the payout control device 200 cannot immediately start the payout control, the payout busy signal indicates an on state (busy state). To be done. That is, the payout busy signal can be said to be a signal indicating whether or not the payout command (prize ball command) can be accepted. That is, the payout busy signal serves as a state signal indicating whether or not the payout control means (payout control device 200) can start the payout control.

When the payout busy signal is in the busy state (step S194; Y), the payout command transmitting process is ended. That is, in the present embodiment, the payout command is not transmitted for each timer interrupt, but a predetermined time has elapsed (the value of the payout command transmission timer becomes 0), and the payout control device 200 side can pay out the prize ball. If it is in a state, it is configured to send a payout command. As described above, when the payout control device 200 cannot immediately start the payout control and does not transmit the payout command, it is possible to perform wasteful processing by not performing the subsequent processing relating to the transmission of the payout command. We are trying to prevent this and reduce the burden of control.

Conditions for the payout busy signal to be in the on state (busy state) are, for example, during payout operation, during ball lending operation, during shoot ball out error, during overflow error, during frame radio wave illegal occurrence, payout ball detection switch (paid ball The number of award balls to be paid out in the memory of the payout control device 200 (number of award balls not yet paid out = remaining number of game balls remaining) ) (When not equal to 0), etc.

When the payout busy signal is not busy (step S194; N), it is checked whether or not there is a count in the winning number counter area 1 (step S195). In the process of checking whether there is a count in the number-of-wins counter area 1 (step S195), “0” is set in the number-of-wins counter area to be checked among the plurality of number-of-wins counter areas provided for each number of prize balls. Determine whether there is a count number that is not.

Then, when there is no count number (step S195; N), the address of the winning number counter area 1 to be checked is updated (step S196), and it is determined whether the counting numbers of all winning number counter areas have been checked. The determination is made (step S197). If it is determined in this determination that all the checks have been completed (step S197; Y), the payout command transmission processing ends. On the other hand, when it is determined that all the checks are not completed (step S197; N), the process returns to step S195 and the above process is repeated. In the case of the present embodiment, the address of the winning number counter area 1 to be checked is updated in the order of 3 prize ball counter area→10 prize ball counter area→14 prize ball counter area.

If it is determined in step S195 that there is a count (step S195; Y), the count in the target prize count counter area is updated by -1 (step S198), and the target prize count counter area 1 is updated. The payout amount command corresponding to the address is acquired (step S199). Then, the obtained payout number command is written in the payout serial transmission buffer (step S200), the initial value is saved in the payout command transmission timer area (step S201), and the payout command transmission process is ended. The payout command transmission timer is for managing the transmission interval, and 200 msec, for example, is set as an initial value.

As a result, a payout command (prize ball command) in units of one winning in the winning area is generated and transmitted to the payout control device 200. The payout control device 200 controls the payout of a predetermined number of prize balls based on the payout command. That is, the game control device 100 indicates that the state signal output from the payout control means (payout control device 200) indicating whether the payout control means can start the payout control can start the payout control. In this case, the prize ball command transmitting means for transmitting the prize ball command to the payout control means.

In this way, the game control device 100 controls to transmit the prize ball command based on the state signal output from the payout control device 200, so that the prize is given only when the payout control device 200 can immediately execute the payout control. The ball command will be transmitted. As a result, the data corresponding to the winnings that have not yet been paid out will be held in the game control device 100 side, and will be backed up in the game control device 100 when a power failure occurs, and will be backed up in the payout control device 200. Accurate payout control can be realized without the function for performing.

In a conventional gaming machine (for example, a gaming machine disclosed in Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2000-312759), when a power-off state occurs due to some cause, the payout control device 200 backs up data in its own storage means and immediately before power-off. The payout control state based on the data is maintained. However, the conventional gaming machine requires a function for backing up, which causes a problem of cost increase. According to the present invention, it is possible to realize accurate payout control without providing the payout control device 200 with a function for backing up.

In addition, the main prize ball signal transmitted to the external device is output regardless of the state of the payout busy signal, so that the main prize ball signal can be output without delay, and the external device such as the hall computer does not pay the prize balls. The time can be accurately grasped, and for example, the base value can be accurately grasped. Further, since the prize ball command counter capable of storing information on the prize ball command and the main prize ball signal counter capable of storing information on the main prize ball signal are separately provided, the prize ball command and the main prize ball having different transmission timings. The signal information can be managed separately, and the information can be managed reliably.

From the above, while performing the game control comprehensively, the game ball to the prize area (starting prize hole 36, normal variation prize device 37, general prize hole 35, special variation prize device 38) provided in the game region 32. Game control means (game control device 100) for transmitting a prize ball command based on the winning of a prize, and payout control means (payout control device for controlling the payout of game balls based on the prize ball command transmitted from the game control device). 200), and the game control means pays out a prize ball command based on a status signal (busy signal) output from the payout control means indicating whether or not the payout control means can start payout control. When a power failure occurs and the power is restored from the power failure, even if a status signal indicating that the payout control can be started is output, the prize ball command is immediately issued. The prize ball command is transmitted to the payout control means in response to the state signal indicating that the payout control can be started without being sent to the payout control means for a predetermined period. I will do so.

In addition, the game area 32 is provided with a plurality of prize areas having different numbers of prize balls (starting prize hole 36, normal variable prize device 37, general prize hole 35, special variable prize device 38), and game control means (game controller 100) is provided. , A prize ball command counter (game control device 100) capable of specifying whether or not a prize ball command for instructing the payout control of the game balls has not been transmitted, and the status signal can start the payout control. When there is an untransmitted prize ball command in each prize ball command counter, the prize ball command is transmitted to the payout control means (payout control device 200), and the status signal indicates that the payout control means This means that the determination as to whether or not the payout control can be started is performed prior to the determination as to whether or not there is an untransmitted prize ball command in each prize ball command counter.

In addition, the game control is carried out in a centralized manner, and a prize ball command is issued based on the winning of a game ball to a predetermined prize area (starting prize hole 36, normal variable prize device 37, general prize hole 35, special variable prize device 38). And a payout control means (payout control device 200) for performing payout control of the game balls based on the prize ball command transmitted from the game control means. The control means pays out the prize ball command when the status signal output from the payout control means indicating whether or not the payout control can be started indicates that the payout control can be started. A prize ball command transmitting means (game control device 100) for transmitting to the means, and a prize ball signal (main prize ball signal) including information regarding the number of prize balls determined to be paid out in accordance with winning of the game balls in a predetermined winning area. External information output means (game control device 100) for outputting to the outside of the gaming machine, and the external information output means is a state signal output from the payout control means, the payout control means can start the payout control. The award ball signal is output regardless of whether or not there is any.

In addition, the prize ball command transmitting means (game control device 100) immediately receives the prize ball command even if the status signal indicates that the payout control can be started when a power failure occurs and the power is restored from the power failure. Is not transmitted to the payout control means (payout control device 200) and the state signal indicates that the payout control can be started, and the prize ball command is issued in response to the state continuing for a predetermined period. This means that the information is sent to the payout control means.

In addition, the game control means (game control device 100), the prize ball command counter (game control device 100) capable of storing information on the prize ball command, and the prize capable of storing information on the prize ball signal (main prize ball signal). With a ball signal counter (game control device 100), the prize ball command transmission means (game control device 100) has a predetermined prize area (starting prize hole 36, normal variation prize device 37, general prize hole 35, special variation). The prize ball command is generated in units of one prize, and when the status signal indicates that the payout control can be started, the one prize ball command is issued to the payout control means (payout control device 200). ), the prize ball command counter (game control device 100) can store the information of the prize in units of one prize in the predetermined prize area, and the game in the predetermined prize area can be stored. By updating at the time of winning the ball, and updating in response to the transmission of the prize ball command to the payout control means, it is possible to store the number of prize ball commands that have not been transmitted, and the external information output means, It is configured to accumulate the number of prize balls determined to be paid out according to the winning of game balls to a predetermined prize area, and output a prize ball signal to the outside of the gaming machine each time the cumulative value reaches a predetermined number. The sphere signal counter can store the information of the prize in units of one prize in the predetermined prize area, and updates the game sphere in the predetermined prize area, and the prize ball by the external information output means. By updating in correspondence with the cumulative number processing, it is possible to store the number of prize balls that have not been cumulatively processed.

Further, in the present embodiment, the game control device 100 outputs a main prize ball signal every time the planned number of game balls to be paid out reaches 10, and the payout control device 200 outputs the number of game balls to be paid out of 10. The main prize ball signal is output every time.
Specifically, the game control device 100 updates the main prize ball number signal output count by +1 (subroutine in the payout command transmission process) and updates every 10 payout schedules (each time the payout command is transmitted). The main prize ball signal is output for the set number of outputs.
With respect to the main prize ball signal output for each schedule, since the prize ball signal is transmitted from the payout control device 200 every time 10 coins are actually paid out, the schedule and the result can be matched, It is possible to deal with illegal payouts. In addition, even if you win during the big hit period, even if the payout is delayed due to running out of balls, etc. and the payout is done after the big hit ends, the hall prize (hall computer) will be Information can be collected (judged).

[Winning prize switch/status monitoring processing]
FIG. 10 shows a winning opening switch/state monitoring process (step S107) in the timer interrupt process. In the winning opening switch/state monitoring process, it is first determined whether or not the probability setting value change state is set (step S299). When the probability setting value changing state is set, it is possible to determine because the probability setting value changing flag is set. When the probability setting value change state is not set (step S299; N), it is determined whether the probability setting value confirmation mode is set (step S300). The probability set value confirmation mode is a state in which the probability set value cannot be changed, but the currently set probability set value can be confirmed.

When it is not the probability setting value confirmation mode (step S300; N), the processing after step S301 is performed as the processing regarding the progress of the game. On the other hand, if it is in the probability setting value changing state (step S299; Y) or in the probability setting value confirmation mode (step S300; Y), the process proceeds to step S309. That is, in the probability setting value changing state and the probability setting value confirmation mode, the game is not allowed to proceed without performing the winning process.

In addition, in the probability setting value change state or the probability setting value confirmation mode, the special variation winning device 38 is monitored for fraud and winning, the normal movement winning device 37 is monitored for fraud and winning, and the winning opening is always available. Although the winning a prize is not monitored, one or more of these may be monitored. For example, the special variable winning device 38 and the normal variable winning device 37 may be monitored for fraud. In addition, processing other than the above-described processing may be included as processing that is not performed in the probability setting value change state or the probability setting value confirmation mode. For example, the processing after step S309 may not be performed. Further, the types of processing that are not executed in the probability set value change state and the probability set value confirmation mode may be different.

In step S301, the prize-winning mouth monitoring table 1 corresponding to one of the prize-winning entrance switches 38a in the prize-winning mouth (special variation winning device 38) is prepared (step S301), and the prize-winning mouth is not opened even though the prize-winning mouth is open. The fraud & prize monitoring process (step S302) is executed to monitor whether there is an illegal prize in the winning opening and detect a normal prize.

In the winning hole monitoring table, a monitoring switch bit indicating the position of data for determining whether there is an input to the target switch, the lower address of the fraud monitoring information, the lower address of the fraudulent winning number area, the fraudulent winning error notification command, the fraudulent winning The number upper limit value (the number of fraudulent occurrence determinations), the address of the winning opening switch table, and the information of the notification timer update information (permission/update) are defined. In addition to the number of times the monitoring is repeated (the number of switches), the winning table of the winning port monitoring table includes a monitoring switch bit, a lower address of the winning number counter area 1, and a winning number counter area 2 for each switch. The information of the lower address of is defined. The prize hole monitoring table is prepared in accordance with each switch to be monitored.

After that, the winning a prize monitoring table 2 corresponding to the other winning a prize opening switch 38a in the award winning opening (special variation winning device 38) is prepared (step S303), and the winning a prize is open even though the winning a prize opening is not opened. The fraud & prize monitoring process (step S304) is executed to monitor whether the mouth is fraudulent and to detect a normal prize.

Next, prepare a winning opening monitoring table for the winning opening switch (starting opening 2 switch 37a) in Poden (step S305), and monitor Poden for an unauthorized winning even though Poden is not open. At the same time, a fraud & prize monitoring process (step S306) of detecting a normal prize is executed. Then, a prize opening monitoring table of a prize opening switch (for example, the starting opening 1 switch 36a and the prize opening switch 35a of the general winning opening 35) capable of always winning is prepared (step S307), and the prize number counter for updating the prize number is updated. A process (step S308) is performed.

Next, the status scan counter for sequentially designating which switch or signal of the plurality of switches and signals whose status is to be monitored is to be monitored this time is updated (step S309). In the case of this embodiment, the status scan counter is updated in the range of 0 to 3. Then, the gaming machine status monitoring table 1 for setting the status to be monitored is prepared according to the value of the status scan counter (step S310). Then, a gaming machine state check process (step S311) for determining a state such as whether an error has occurred is performed.

In the case of the present embodiment, by referring the value of the status scan counter to the gaming machine status monitoring table 1, if the value of the status scan counter is "0", a switch abnormality is output due to occurrence of a switch connector disconnection or the like. Monitoring of the state based on the 1 signal is set, and when the value of the state scan counter is "1", monitoring of the state based on the shoot ball out switch signal from the payout control device 200 is set. When the value of the status scan counter is "2", the status monitoring based on the overflow switch signal is set, and when the value of the status scan counter is "3", the status monitoring based on the payout abnormal status signal is set. It

Next, the gaming machine status monitoring table 2 for setting the status to be monitored is prepared according to the value of the status scan counter (step S312). Then, a gaming machine status check process (step S313) for determining a status such as whether an error has occurred.

In the case of the present embodiment, the value of the state scan counter is referred to the gaming machine state monitoring table 2, and when the value of the state scan counter is “0”, it is based on the signal output from the glass frame opening detection switch 63. The state monitoring is set, and when the value of the state scan counter is "1", the state monitoring is set based on the signal output from the main frame opening detection switch 64. When the value of the status scan counter is "2", the status monitoring based on the frame radio wave incorrect signal is set, and when the value of the status scan counter is "3", the status monitoring based on the touch switch signal is set. Is set.

Next, it is determined whether or not the value of the status scan counter is "0" (step S314), and if the value of the error scan counter is not "0" (step S314; N), the winning opening switch/status monitoring process is executed. finish. In this case, there is no status monitoring target in the gaming machine status monitoring table 3 to be referred to next. If the value of the error scan counter is "0" (step S314; Y), the gaming machine status monitoring table 3 is prepared (step S315), and the gaming machine determines the status such as whether an error has occurred. A state check process (step S316) is performed.

In the case of the present embodiment, by referring to the value of the status scan counter in the gaming machine status monitoring table 3, when the value of the status scan counter is "0", a switch abnormality is output due to occurrence of disconnection of the switch connector or the like. Monitoring of conditions based on two signals is set. The gaming machine status monitoring table 3 is not defined when the status scan counter is "1" to "3".

After that, the payout control device 200 performs a payout busy signal check process (step S317) for checking a payout busy signal indicating whether or not the payout control can be started, and ends the winning opening switch/state monitoring process. Note that the processing of steps S315 to S317 is executed only when the value of the status scan counter updated for each timer interrupt is "0", so that it is executed once every four timer interrupts. Become. That is, when the timer interrupt is performed every 4 msec, the processes of steps S315 to S317 are performed every 16 msec.

[Probability setting value change processing]
FIG. 11 shows the probability setting value changing process (step S108) in the timer interrupt process. In this probability setting value change processing, first, it is determined whether the probability setting value is in a changed state (step S401), and if it is not the probability setting value changed state (step S401; N), the probability setting value can be confirmed. Then, the probability setting value confirmation processing is performed (step S422), and the probability setting value changing processing ends.

If the probability set value extinction timer is in the changed state (step S401; Y), -1 is updated if the probability set value extinction timer is not 0 (step S402), and it is determined whether the probability set value extinction timer is 0. .. When the probability setting value extinction timer is 0 (step S403; Y), the probability setting value display permission flag is set (step S404), and the process proceeds to step S405. In this case, the probability setting value information is displayed on the probability setting value display device 153 by the output process (see FIG. 8) described above. If the probability setting value extinction timer is not 0 (step S403; N), the process proceeds to step S405. In this case, the probability setting value display permission flag is not set, and nothing is displayed on the probability setting value display device 153 by the output processing described above.

Then, it is determined whether the probability setting value has been changed (step S405). The probability set value changed is a state in which a confirming operation described later is performed and a probability set value used in the game is newly set, and in this case, the probability set value changed flag is set. If the probability setting value has been changed (step S405; Y), the process proceeds to step S416. If the probability setting value has not been changed (step S405; N), it is determined whether there is an input from the setting value change switch (step S406).

Then, in the determination as to whether there is an input from the setting value change switch (step S406), it is determined whether the input state from the setting value change switch has changed to the ON state. That is, it is determined whether the probability setting value change button has been pressed. When there is no input from the setting value change switch (step S406; N), the process proceeds to step S411.

If there is an input from the set value change switch (step S406; Y), the value in the work probability set value area is updated by +1 within the range of 0 to 5. The values 0 to 5 in the work probability setting value area correspond to the settings 1 to 6, respectively, and the value in the work probability setting value area is updated by +1 each time the setting value change button is pressed. , The selected probability setting value will change sequentially. It should be noted that when the value of the work probability setting value area is +1 when the value is 5, the value is returned to 0. Further, at this stage, only the value of the work probability setting value area is changed, and the value of the probability setting value area for storing the probability setting value used for the game is not changed. The probability setting value selected based on the confirming operation described later is saved in the probability setting value area. Further, although the number of probability setting values is six here, it is also possible to set it to a number other than this.

Next, the probability setting value display data corresponding to the working probability setting value is saved in the probability setting value display data area (step S408). As a result, the data displayed on the probability setting value display device 153 becomes information on the newly selected probability setting value. Then, an initial value (for example, 100 ms) is saved in the probability setting value extinction timer area (step S409), and the probability setting value display permission flag is cleared (step S410). Thereby, as a specific display for a predetermined time (for example, 100 ms) from the operation of the set value change button, the display of the probability set value display device 153 is turned off and a blank display is displayed in which nothing is displayed, and then the new probability set value information is displayed. Will be displayed. By doing so, it is possible to make it easy to understand that the display has been updated.

Here, the blank display in which nothing is displayed is set as the specific display, but a display other than this may be set. For example, when the numbers 1 to 6 are used to display the probability setting value, the display other than the numbers may be used as the specific display. That is, the specific display may be a display that is not used as the display of the probability setting value. Further, when displaying the probability setting value in a continuous lighting state, the updated probability setting value may be blinked as a specific display. That is, the specific display may be a display mode different from the display mode after the specific display has elapsed. Examples of the display mode used as the specific display include a display mode in which it blinks, a display mode in which the blinking cycle is different from that in the case where it is not the specific display, and a display mode in which the display color is different from the case where it is not the specific display. ..

Also, information is transmitted to the effect control device 300 based on the operation of the set value change button, the display of the display device 41 or the sub information display device 90, the light emission of the LED of the frame decoration device 18 or the board decoration device 46, the board effect device 44. The specific notification, which is the notification that the selected probability setting value has been changed, may be performed by the above operation, the sound output from the speakers 19a and 19b, or the like. That is, the specific notification may be given together with the specific display or instead of the specific display. Further, the same display as that of the probability set value display device 153 may be performed on the display device 41, the special figure 1 display device 51, and the special figure 2 display device.

Next, it is determined whether or not there is an input from the touch switch provided on the operation handle 24 (step S411). The touch switch is a sensor that can detect the contact of the human body with the operation handle 24, and outputs a signal when there is contact. If there is no input from this touch switch (step S411; N), the probability setting value changing process ends. If there is an input from the touch switch (step S411; Y), the value of the work probability setting value area is loaded and saved in the probability setting value area (step S412). Thereby, the selected probability setting value is set as the probability setting value used in the game. That is, touching the operation handle 24 is a confirming operation for confirming the selected probability setting value. Of course, an operation other than this operation may be a confirming operation, and an operating unit for the confirming operation may be provided in the setting means.

Thereafter, the probability setting value display data corresponding to the probability setting value is saved in the probability setting value display data area (step S413). Next, the probability setting value changed flag is set (step S415), a command for changing the probability setting value is transmitted to the effect control board (effect control device 300) (step S416), and the probability setting value changing process ends. . In the effect control device 300, the display of the display device 41 or the sub-information display device 90, the light emission of the LED of the frame decoration device 18 or the board decoration device 46, and the display of the board effect device 44 are performed based on the reception of the command for changing the probability set value. The operation, sound output from the speakers 19a and 19b, and the like notify that the probability setting value has been changed.

On the other hand, if the probability setting value has been changed (step S405; Y), it is determined whether the setting key switch is off (step S416). When the setting key switch is not off (step S416; N), that is, when the setting key of the setting key operation unit is in the second position, the probability setting value changing process ends. If the setting key switch is off (step S416; Y), that is, if the setting key of the setting key operation unit is not in the second position, the RAM clear start address 3 is set (step S417), and the clear target is set. The RAM area of 0 is cleared to 0 (step S418), and the initial value at the time of RAM initialization is saved in the area to be initialized (step S419).

As a result, the RAM area (work area and stack area) for game control is cleared to 0 and the initial value is saved. Also, a timer for outputting a security signal is set. That is, the probability setting value region, the initial value random number region, the variation pattern random number region, and the state display region are not initialized. However, the area for initial value random numbers and the area for fluctuation pattern random numbers may be cleared. Also, of the areas for probability setting values, areas related to changing work, such as the work probability setting value area that temporarily stores information on the probability setting values selected in the probability setting value changing state and various flags, are cleared. It Therefore, the probability setting value display permission flag is cleared, and the display on the probability setting value display device 153 ends. Further, since the probability setting value changing flag is cleared, the probability setting value changing state ends.

Next, the probability setting value display data corresponding to the probability setting value is saved in the probability setting value display data area (step S420), and a command for ending the probability setting change is transmitted to the effect control board (effect control device 300) ( (Step S421), and the process proceeds to step S48 of the main process shown in FIG. In the effect control device 300, the display of the display device 41 or the sub-information display device 90, the light emission of the LED of the frame decoration device 18 or the board decoration device 46, and the display of the board effect device 44 are performed based on the reception of the command for changing the probability set value. By the operation, the sound output from the speakers 19a and 19b, and the like, the fact that the change of the probability setting value is completed is notified. This notification also serves as a notification that the RAM has been initialized.

In the case of the present embodiment, in step S421, a model designation command, a special figure 1 hold number command, a special figure 2 hold number command, a probability information command, probability setting value information that is information of the selected probability setting value, and probability setting. A plurality of commands such as a change end command (a command for displaying a customer waiting demo screen and for notifying the RAM initialization by light and sound for a predetermined time (for example, 30 seconds)) are transmitted. The command for ending the probability setting change may be a RAM initialization command. Further, depending on the model, in addition to these commands, a performance number information command and a high probability number information command are also transmitted. In particular, by transmitting the probability setting value information that is the information of the probability setting value selected to the effect control device 300, the effect according to the probability setting value is performed, or the effect of the game is changed according to the probability setting value. It is possible to execute an effect that suggests or notifies the probability setting value, such as changing the selection probability.

From the above, when a game is executed based on the establishment of a predetermined condition and the result of the game is a special result, a game machine that can generate a special game state that gives a game value to a player The probability setting values to which the probability values used in the lottery are assigned are set to a plurality of kinds of probability setting values based on the operation of the operation unit (setting key operation unit (setting key switch 152), setting value change button (setting value change switch 151)). From the operation of the operation unit, a setting unit (gaming control device 100) that can be selected from is provided with a display unit (probability setting value display device 153) that displays information on the selected probability setting value. When the display of the display unit is updated due to the selection operation of the probability setting value, the specific display is performed for a certain period from the update. Therefore, it is possible to easily understand that the display has been updated, and it is possible to clearly grasp the selected probability setting value.

Further, the setting means is adapted to display, as the specific display, a display that is not used as the display of the probability setting value information. Therefore, it is possible to easily understand that the display has been updated, and it is possible to clearly grasp the selected probability setting value.

Further, the setting means is configured to display the updated information for a certain period of time in a mode different from that after the certain period of time has elapsed. Therefore, it is possible to easily understand that the display has been updated, and it is possible to clearly grasp the selected probability setting value.

[Probability setting value confirmation processing]
FIG. 12 shows the probability setting value confirmation processing (step S422) in the probability setting value changing processing. In this probability setting value confirmation processing, it is first determined whether or not the probability setting value confirmation mode is in progress (step S431). The probability set value confirmation mode is a state in which the probability set value cannot be changed, but the currently set probability set value can be confirmed. In the case of this probability setting value confirmation mode, it can be determined from the fact that the probability setting value confirmation mode flag is set.

If the probability setting value confirmation mode is not set (step S431; N), the probability setting value display permission flag is cleared (step S432). As a result, a state in which nothing is displayed is set as the display of the probability setting value display device 153. Then, it is determined whether a game is being played (step S433).

“During a game” corresponds to a case where the special figure variation display game is being executed, a public figure variation display game is being executed, a special game state is in progress, or a general figure is in a hit state. That is, this is a case where the game state is a prohibition state that prohibits starting the probability set value confirmation mode. If the game is being played (step S433; Y), the probability setting value confirmation processing ends. That is, when the game is being played, the probability set value confirmation mode is not entered. In this case, the effect control device 300 may be informed that it is in the middle of a game and therefore cannot transfer to the probability set value confirmation mode.

The conditions for determining that the game is being played (prohibited state) are not limited to those described above. The condition may be one or a plurality of states selected from the running state of the special figure variation display game, the execution of the general figure variation display game, the special game state, and the hit state of the general figure. It may be determined that the game is being played when either the variable display game is being executed or the special game state is applicable. In addition, conditions other than the above may be added. For example, when the operation handle 24 is operated and there is an input from the touch switch, it may be determined that the game is in progress and the probability set value confirmation mode may not be entered.

In addition, even if the game is not played for a predetermined period after the game balls are detected by the out switch that detects all the game balls that have been shot in the game area 32 and finished playing, the probability set value confirmation mode may not be set. good. Further, while the front frame 12 is closed, it may be determined that the game is in progress and the probability set value confirmation mode may not be entered. Further, during the power saving mode which is shifted by a certain period of time while the game is not being played, the probability setting value confirmation mode may not be shifted. The power saving mode is released when the front frame 12 is opened, and the power saving mode can be regarded as the front frame 12 being closed.

When the game is not in progress (step S433; N), it is determined whether the setting key switch is in the on state, that is, whether the operation section has been operated to bring it into a predetermined state (step S434). If the setting key switch is not in the on state (step S434; N), the probability setting value confirmation processing ends. If the setting key switch is on (step S434; Y), the probability setting value confirmation mode flag is set (step S435), and the probability setting value display permission flag is set (step S436). As a result, the probability set value confirmation mode is started, and the information of the probability set value currently set is displayed as the display of the probability set value display device 153.

After that, the initial value is saved in the security signal control timer area (step S437), the command for confirming the probability set value is transmitted to the effect control board (effect control device 300) (step S438), and the probability set value confirmation process is performed. finish. When the probability set value confirmation mode is started, a security signal is output as external information for a predetermined period. In the effect control device 300, the display of the display device 41 and the sub information display device 90, the light emission of the LEDs of the frame decoration device 18 and the board decoration device 46, and the board effect are received based on the reception of the command during confirmation of the probability set value. The operation of the device 44, the sound output from the speakers 19a and 19b, and the like notify that the probability setting value is being confirmed.

On the other hand, if it is in the probability setting value confirmation mode (step S431; Y), it is determined whether the setting key switch is in the on state (step S439). If the setting key switch is in the ON state (step S439; Y), the probability setting value confirmation processing ends. In this case, the probability set value confirmation mode continues.

If the setting key switch is not on (step S439; N), the probability setting value confirmation mode flag is cleared (step S440), and the probability setting value display permission flag is cleared (step S441). As a result, the probability setting value confirmation mode ends, and the probability setting value display device 153 is set to display nothing. Then, a command for ending confirmation of the probability set value is transmitted to the effect control board (effect control device 300) (step S442), and the probability set value confirmation processing is ended. The effect control device 300 ends the notification that the probability setting value is being confirmed, based on the reception of the command for confirming the probability setting value.

That is, the probability set value confirmation mode is started by turning the setting key of the setting key operation unit to the second position while the power is on, and ends by returning from the second position. When the power is turned on while the setting key of the setting key operation unit is turned to the second position, the probability setting value change state is set.

As described above, by not switching to the probability set value confirmation mode even if the setting key switch is turned on during the game, it is possible to prevent the probability set value from being known while the game is in progress. It is possible to secure the fairness of the game. It should be noted that even if the setting key switch is turned on during the game, the probability set value confirmation mode is not shifted, but the setting key switch is turned on during the game, and the state is not in the game with the on state. In case of, it shifts to the probability set value confirmation mode from that point. By doing so, the probability setting value can be automatically confirmed when the game does not progress, so that the efficiency of the confirmation work can be improved.

Further, the condition for not shifting to the probability set value confirmation mode is set to be during the game, but the condition is not limited to this, and shifts to the probability set value confirmation mode depending on the state of the game controlled by the game control device 100. It suffices to select whether or not to do it. For example, in the high probability state, the probability setting value confirmation mode may not be entered. Further, as will be described later, it is possible not to shift to the probability set value confirmation mode when a predetermined abnormality has occurred.

From the above, when a game is executed based on the establishment of the start condition and the result of the game is a special result, a game machine that can generate a special game state that gives a game value to the player The control unit (game control device 100) for controlling and the probability setting value to which the probability value used for the lottery of the game is assigned are the operation unit (setting key operation unit (setting key switch 152), setting value change button (setting value) And a setting means (game control device 100) that can be selected from a plurality of types of probability setting values by operating the change switch 151)), and the setting means is based on the operation section being operated to a predetermined state. If the probability setting value can be confirmed, the game state controlled by the control means is a prohibition state for prohibiting the start of the confirmation state. This means that the confirmation state is not set even in the predetermined state. Therefore, it is possible to select whether or not to shift to the probability setting value confirmation mode according to the state of the game, and it is possible to prevent inconvenience caused by the probability setting value being displayed.

The prohibited state means that the game is being executed. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the probability setting value from being known while the game is in progress, and it is possible to secure the fairness of the game.

Further, the prohibited state is a state during the special game state. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the probability setting value from being known while the game is in progress, and it is possible to secure the fairness of the game.

In addition, the game ball can be converted into a closed state in which a prize cannot be won and an open state in which a game ball can be easily won, and a normal variable winning device 37 that can generate a game execution right by winning, and a predetermined condition is satisfied. Based on the above, a general figure game (general figure variation display game) is executed, and when the result of the general figure game is a specific result, the normal variation winning device 37 is converted to an open state (general figure hit state). It is provided with a normal variation winning device control means (game control device 100) that can be generated, and the prohibited state is a state in which the general-university game is being executed or is in a hit state. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the probability setting value from being known while the game is in progress, and it is possible to secure the fairness of the game.

Further, the setting means sets the operation unit to a predetermined state when the game state controlled by the control means is in the prohibited state, and when the prohibited state ends while the predetermined state is maintained, Upon completion, the confirmation state is set. Therefore, the probability setting value can be automatically confirmed when the game does not progress, so that the efficiency of the confirmation work can be improved.

[Special game processing]
Next, details of the special figure game process (step S112) in the above-described timer interrupt process will be described. In the special figure game processing, the input of the starting opening 1 switch 36a and the starting opening 2 switch 37a is monitored, the entire processing relating to the special figure changing display game is controlled, and the display of the special drawing is set.

As shown in FIG. 13, in the special figure game process, first, a starting port switch monitoring process (step A1) for monitoring winning of the starting port 1 switch 36a and the starting port 2 switch 37a is performed. In the starting opening switch monitoring process, if a game ball is won in the ordinary winning a prize device 36 that forms the starting winning opening 36 and the second starting winning opening, various random numbers (such as big hit random numbers) are extracted, and a special feature based on the winning is obtained. Before the start of the figure variation display game, a game result pre-judgment for pre-judging a game result based on a prize is performed.

Next, a special winning opening switch monitoring process (step A2) is performed. In this special winning opening switch monitoring processing, processing for monitoring the detection of a game ball with the special winning opening switch 38a provided in the special variation winning device 38 is performed.

Next, if the special figure game processing timer is not "0", -1 is updated (step A3). The minimum value of the special figure game processing timer is set to "0". Then, it is determined whether the value of the special figure game processing timer is "0" (step A4). If the value of the special figure game processing timer is "0" (step A4; Y), that is, if the time has expired or has already expired, refer to branch to the processing corresponding to the special figure game processing number. The special figure game sequence branch table to be set is set in the register (step A5), and the branch destination address of the process corresponding to the special figure game processing number is acquired using the table (step A6). Then, a subroutine call is made according to the special figure game processing number (step A7).

In step A7, if the special figure game processing number is "0", the start of variation of the special figure variation display game is monitored, setting of variation start and effect setting of the special figure variation display game, and special figure variation in progress. The special figure normal process (step A8) for setting the information necessary for the process is performed.
In step A7, if the special figure game processing number is "1", the special figure stop display time is set, and information required for performing the special figure displaying process is set. (Step A9) is performed.

In step A7, if the special figure game processing number is "2", if the game result of the special figure change display game is a big hit, setting of fanfare commands according to the type of big hit, and a special winning opening for each big hit Special figure display processing (step A10) is performed to set fanfare time according to the opening pattern, and to set information necessary for performing fanfare/interval processing.

In step A7, if the special figure game processing number is "3", the opening time of the special winning opening is updated, the number of times of opening is updated, and the information necessary for performing the processing during the opening of the special winning opening is set. Perform fanfare/interval processing (step A11).
In step A7, if the special figure game processing number is "4", the interval command is set if the jackpot round is not the final round, while the ending command is set if the jackpot round is the final round, and the special winning opening remains. A special winning opening opening process (step A12) for setting information necessary for performing the ball process is performed.

In step A7, if the special figure game process number is "5", if the big hit round is the final round, the process for setting the time for discharging the remaining balls in the special winning opening and the big hit end process are executed. The special winning opening remaining ball processing (step A13) for setting the information necessary for the execution is performed.
When the special figure game process number is "6" in step A7, a big hit ending process (step A14) is performed to set information necessary for performing the special figure normal process.

In step A7, if the special figure game processing number is "7", in order to set the opening time/opening pattern of the special winning opening when the small hit occurs, the fanfare command setting, and the processing during the small hit. The small hit fanfare medium processing (step A15) for setting necessary information is performed.
When the special figure game process number is "8" in step A7, a small hit mid-process (step A16) is performed to set an ending command and information necessary to perform the small hit remaining ball process. .
In step A7, if the special figure game process number is "9", a process for setting the time for discharging the remaining balls winning in the special winning opening during the small hit medium process, and a small hit ending process The small hit remaining ball process (step A17) is performed for setting the information necessary for performing.
When the special figure game process number is "10" in step A7, a small hit ending process (step A18) for setting information necessary for performing the special figure normal process is executed.

After that, after preparing a table for controlling the variation of the special figure 1 display 51 (step A19), the symbol variation control processing (step A20) relating to the control of the variation of the special symbol by the special figure 1 display 51 is performed. .. Then, after preparing a table for controlling the fluctuation of the special figure 2 display 52 (step A21), a symbol fluctuation control process (step A22) relating to the control of the fluctuation of the special symbol by the special figure 2 display 52 is performed. , The special figure game process ends. On the other hand, in step A4, if the value of the special figure game processing timer is not "0" (step A4; N), that is, if the time is not up, the process proceeds to step A19 and the subsequent processes are performed. To do.

The small hit is the result mode without the operation of the condition device, and the big hit is the special result with the operation of the condition device. The condition device is activated when a big hit occurs in the special figure variation display game (stop display of the big hit symbol), and when the condition device is activated, for example, a big hit state occurs and a special electric role as a special electric accessory. This means that a specific flag for continuously operating the variable winning device 38 is set (the accessory continuous operating device is operated). The condition device not operating means that the above-mentioned flag is not set as in the case of winning the small hit lottery, for example. The "condition device" may be software means such as a flag that is turned on and off by software as described above, or may be hardware means such as a switch that is turned on and off electrically. Further, the "conditional device" is a term generally used in the field of pachinko gaming machines as a device whose operation is a necessary condition for continuous operation of the electric accessory, and the same applies in this specification. It is used as a term that has different meanings.

[Starting switch monitoring process]
Next, the details of the starting opening switch monitoring process (step A1) in the above-mentioned special figure game process will be described. As shown in FIG. 14, in the starting opening switch monitoring processing, first, the first starting opening (starting winning opening 36) winning award monitoring table is prepared (step A101), and the hard random number acquisition processing (step A102) is performed, and then, 1 It is determined whether or not there is a winning in the starting opening (step A103).
When it is determined in step A103 that there is no winning in the first starting opening (step A103; N), the process proceeds to step A109 and the subsequent processes are performed.
On the other hand, when it is determined in step A103 that there is a winning in the first starting opening (step A103; Y), it is determined whether or not it is during special time saving (during normal power support) (step A104). ).

If it is determined in step A104 that the special drawing is not shortened (step A104; N), the process proceeds to step A107 and the subsequent processes are performed.
On the other hand, when it is determined in step A104 that the special drawing is being shortened (step A104; Y), a right-handing instruction notification command is prepared (step A105), and the command is transmitted to the effect control device 300. An effect command setting process (step A106) is performed. That is, in the time saving state, regardless of the probability state of the special figure variation display game, a right-handing instruction notification command is prepared (step A105), and effect command setting processing (step A106) is performed. In the case of the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, the first starting opening (starting winning opening 36) does not win unless it is left-handed, and the normal variable winning device 37 does not win unless it is right-handed. Therefore, in the time-saving state, a right-handed game is more advantageous than a left-handed game, but when there is a winning in the first starting opening during the time-saving condition (that is, when left-handed during the time-saving condition). In the above, the right control instruction notification command is transmitted to the effect control device 300, and the effect control device 300 issues a notification (warning) for instructing the right control.
Next, after preparing a table for setting information on hold by the first starting opening (starting winning opening 36) (step A107), the special figure starting opening switch common processing (step A108) is performed.

Next, the winning starting monitoring table for the second starting opening (normal variation winning device 37) is prepared (step A109), and a hard random number acquisition process (step A110) is performed to determine whether or not there is a winning at the second starting opening. The determination is made (step A111).
When it is determined in step A111 that there is no winning in the second starting opening (step A111; N), the starting opening switch monitoring process is ended.
On the other hand, if it is determined in step A111 that there is a winning in the second starting opening (step A111; Y), the ordinary electric auditors (ordinary variation winning device 37) is in operation, that is, the ordinary variation. It is determined whether or not the prize winning device 37 is operated and the game ball is in the open state in which the prize can be won (step A112). If it is determined that the ordinary electric auditors are operating (step A112; Y), The processing shifts to A114 and the subsequent processing is performed. On the other hand, if it is determined in step A112 that the ordinary electric accessory is not in operation (step A112; N), it is determined whether or not the illegal electric power generation is occurring (step A113).

In the determination as to whether or not there is a fraudulent fraud, it is determined that fraud has occurred if the number of fraudulent prizes awarded to the normal variable winning device 37 is equal to or greater than the fraudulent determination count (for example, 5). The normal variable winning device 37 cannot win the game ball in the closed state, and can only win the game ball in the open state. Therefore, when the game ball wins in the closed state, it means that some abnormality or dishonesty has occurred, and when there is a game ball won in such a closed state, the number is counted as the number of fraudulent prizes. If the number of fraudulent prizes thus counted is equal to or larger than the predetermined fraud determination number (upper limit value), it is determined that fraud has occurred.

In step A113, if it is determined that the illegal attempt to generate an electric power is not occurring (step A113; N), after preparing a table for setting information on hold by the second starting opening (normal variation winning device 37) (step A114), The starting port switch common process (step A115) is performed, and the starting port switch monitoring process ends. Further, when it is determined in step A113 that the unauthorized use of general electric power is occurring (step A113; Y), the starting port switch monitoring process ends. That is, the second starting memory is not generated any more.

[Hard random number acquisition process]
Next, the details of the hard random number acquisition process (steps A102 and A110) in the above-mentioned starting opening switch monitoring process will be described. As shown in FIG. 15, in the hard random number acquisition process, first, the non-winning information of the starting opening to be monitored among the first starting opening (starting winning opening 36) and the second starting opening (normal variation winning device 37) is displayed. After setting (step A121), it is determined whether or not there is an input to the starting port switch to be monitored among the starting port 1 switch 36a and the starting port 2 switch 37a (step A122). Then, when there is no input to the start port switch to be monitored (step A122; N), the hard random number acquisition process is ended. On the other hand, when there is an input to the start port switch to be monitored (step A122; Y), the random number latch register status is read (step A123), and it is determined whether the target random number latch register has latch data (step A124). ..

When there is no latch data in the target random number latch register (step A124; N), that is, when the random number is not extracted, the hard random number acquisition process ends. When the target random number latch register has latch data (step A124; Y), the jackpot random number extracted is loaded into the monitored hard random number latch register to be prepared (step A125). Then, of the first starting opening (starting winning opening 36) and the second starting opening (normal variation winning device 37), the winning information of the starting opening to be monitored is set (step A126), and the hard random number acquisition processing is performed. finish.

[Common processing for special drawing start switch]
Next, details of the special figure starting port switch common process (steps A108 and A115) in the above-described starting port switch monitoring process will be described. The special figure starting port switch common process is a process commonly performed for each input when the starting port 1 switch 36a and the starting port 2 switch 37a are input.

As shown in FIG. 16, in the special figure starting port switch common processing, first, information regarding the number of winnings to the starting port switch to be monitored among the starting port 1 switch 36a and the starting port 2 switch 37a is displayed in the gaming machine 10. The number of times the starting port signal is output, which is the number of times to output to the external management device, is loaded (step A131), the loaded value is updated by +1 (step A132), and it is determined whether the number of outputs overflows (step A133). ). If the number of outputs does not overflow (step A133; N), the updated value is saved in the RWM start port signal output number area (step A134), and the process proceeds to step A135. On the other hand, when the output count overflows (step A133; Y), the process proceeds to step A135. In the present embodiment, a value from “0” to “255” can be stored in the starting port signal output frequency area. When the loaded value is "255", the value after updating becomes "0" by +1 update, and it is configured to determine that the output count overflows.

Next, it is determined whether the number of special figure suspension (starting memory) to be updated corresponding to the starting port switch to be monitored among the starting port 1 switch 36a and the starting port 2 switch 37a is less than the upper limit value (step A135). If the number of special figure reservations to be updated is not less than the upper limit value (step A135; N), the special figure starting port switch common processing ends.

If the number of reserved special maps to be updated is less than the upper limit (step A135; Y), the number of reserved special maps to be updated (the number of reserved special maps 1 or the number of reserved special maps 2) is updated by +1 ( Step A136), the target starting mouth winning flag is saved (step A137). Next, the address of the random number storage area corresponding to the starting port switch to be monitored and the number of special figure reservations is calculated (step A138), and the big hit random number prepared in step A125 of the hard random number acquisition processing is stored as the big hit random number of RWM. The data is saved in the area (step A139). Next, a big hit symbol random number of the starting port switch to be monitored is extracted, prepared (step A140), and saved in the big hit symbol random number storage area of the RWM (step A141).

Next, it is determined whether or not the winning is to the first starting opening (starting winning opening 36) (step A142).
When it is determined in step A142 that the winning is not in the first starting opening (step A142; N), the process proceeds to step A145.
On the other hand, in step A142, when it is determined that the winning is to the first starting mouth (step A142; Y), a small hit symbol random number is extracted and prepared (step A143), and the small hit symbol of RWM is obtained. The data is saved in the random number storage area (step A144).

Next, the fluctuation pattern random numbers 1 to 3 are saved in the corresponding fluctuation pattern random number storage area of the RWM (step A145), and the special figure reservation information determination process (step A146) is performed.
Next, a starter switch to be monitored and a decorative special figure reservation number command corresponding to the special figure reservation number are prepared (step A147), and the effect command setting process (step A148) is performed to perform the special figure starting switch common process. finish.

Here, the game control device 100 (RAM111C) extracts a predetermined random number based on the detection of the game ball in the starting winning opening 36 and the starting area of the normal variation winning device 37, and the activation becomes the execution right of the variation display game. A starting storage means is provided for storing a predetermined number as an upper limit. Further, the starting storage means (game control device 100) uses various random number values extracted based on the winning of the game ball into the first starting winning opening (starting winning opening 36) as a first starting memory with a predetermined number as an upper limit. The various random number values that are stored and extracted based on the winning of the game ball to the second starting winning opening (ordinary variation winning device 37) are stored as the second starting memory with a predetermined number as an upper limit.

[Special map reservation information determination process]
Next, the details of the special figure reservation information determination process (step A146) in the above-described common start port switch process will be described. The special figure hold information determination process is a prefetch process that determines the result related information corresponding to the start memory before the start timing of the special figure variation display game based on the corresponding start memory.

As shown in FIG. 17, first, the starting opening winning flag saved in step A137 of the special drawing starting opening switch common processing is checked to determine whether the winning is the first starting opening (starting winning opening 36). Yes (step A151).
When it is determined in step A151 that the winning is not in the first starting opening (step A151; N), the process proceeds to step A154.
On the other hand, when it is determined in step A151 that the winning is to the first starting opening (step A151; Y), it is determined whether or not the special figure is being shortened (step A152).

When it is determined in step A152 that the special figure is being shortened (step A152; Y), the special figure hold information determination process ends.
On the other hand, if it is determined in step A152 that the special drawing is not shortened (step A152; N), it is determined whether the big hit or the small hit is in progress (step A153).
When it is determined in step A153 that the big hit is in progress or the small hit is in progress (step A153; Y), the special figure reservation information determination process is ended.
On the other hand, when it is determined in step A153 that the big hit or the small hit is not in progress (step A153; N), it is determined whether or not the big hit random number value is equal to the big hit determination value. The big hit determination process (step A154) is performed. When the determination result is a big hit (step A155; Y), a big hit symbol random number check table corresponding to the target starting mouth switch is set (step A156), and at step A140 of the special figure starting mouth switch common processing. The stop symbol information corresponding to the prepared jackpot symbol random number is acquired (step A157), and the process proceeds to step A164.

On the other hand, when the determination result is not a big hit (step A155; N), it is determined whether the winning is the first starting opening (starting winning opening 36) (step A158).
In step A158, when it is determined that the winning is not in the first starting opening (step A158; N), the stop symbol information of the outset is set (step A163), and the process proceeds to step A164.
On the other hand, if it is determined in step A158 that the winning is to the first starting opening (step A158; Y), it is determined whether or not the big hit random number value matches the small hit determination value, which means that the small hit is a small hit. A small hit determination process (step A159) for determining whether or not is performed. Then, if the determination result is not a small hit (step A160; N), the stop symbol information of the outset is set (step A163), and the process proceeds to step A164.
On the other hand, if the determination result is a small hit (step A160; Y), the small hit symbol random number check table is set (step A161), and the small hit symbol prepared in step A143 of the special figure starting port switch common processing. The stop symbol information corresponding to the random number is acquired (step A162), and the process proceeds to step A164.

Then, a prefetch stop symbol command corresponding to the target starting opening switch and stop symbol information is prepared (step A164), and effect command setting processing is performed (step A165). Next, a special figure information setting process (step A166) for setting special figure information which is a parameter for setting the variation pattern is performed, and a variation pattern setting process for setting a variation mode of the special figure variation display game is performed (step A166). A167).

Then, a look-ahead variation pattern command corresponding to the first half variation number indicating the first half variation pattern and the second half variation number indicating the second half variation pattern in the variation mode of the special figure variation display game is prepared (step A168), and the effect command setting process is performed. (Step A169), the special figure reservation information determination process ends.

The big hit determination process in step A157 and the small hit determination process in step A159 are similar to the processes shown in FIGS. 20 and 21 which are executed at the start of the special figure variation display game in the special figure normal process. That is, the determination is performed according to the set probability setting value. The special figure information setting process in step A166 and the variation pattern setting process in step A167 are similar to the processes executed at the start of the special figure variation display game in the special figure normal process.

By the above processing, a read-ahead symbol command including the result of the special figure change display game based on the start memory of the read-ahead and a read-ahead change pattern command including the change pattern information in the special figure change display game based on the start memory are prepared. And transmitted to the performance control device 300. As a result, the determination result (prefetch result) of the result-related information (whether it is a big hit or not and the type of variation pattern) corresponding to the starting memory is controlled before the start timing of the special figure variation display game based on the corresponding starting memory. The device 300 can be informed, and in particular, by changing the decoration special figure starting memory display displayed on the display device 41, the result related information is given to the player before the start timing of the special figure changing display game. It becomes possible to inform.

That is, the game control device 100 determines a random number stored as a start memory in the start prize winning storage means (game control device 100) before executing the variable display game based on the start memory (for example, whether a special result is obtained or not). Judgment whether or not) forms a pre-determination means The random number stored in correspondence with the start memory is determined in advance not only at the time of the start winning when the start memory is generated, but also at any time before the variable display game based on the start memory is played. Good.

[Regular processing of special drawings]
Next, details of the special figure normal process (step A8) in the special figure game process described above will be described. As shown in FIG. 18, in the special figure normal process, first, it is determined whether the special figure 2 holding number (second starting memory number) is "0" (step A301). When it is determined that the special figure 2 reservation number is "0" (step A301; Y), it is determined whether the special figure 1 reservation number (first starting memory number) is "0" (step A305). Then, if it is determined that the number of reserved special characters 1 is “0” (step A305; Y), it is determined whether the customer waiting demo has been started (step A309), and if the customer waiting demo is not started (step A309). A309; N) sets the customer waiting demonstration flag in the customer waiting demo flag area (step A310).

Subsequently, a customer waiting demo command is prepared (step A311), and effect command setting processing (step A312) is performed. Next, "0" relating to the special figure normal process is set as the process number (step A313), and the process number is saved in the special figure game process number area (step A314). Then, the variable symbol discrimination flag area is cleared (step A315), the flag during the fraud monitoring period is saved in the special winning opening fraud monitoring period flag area (step A316), and the special figure normal processing is ended. That is, when the special figure variation display game can be started, but the starting condition is not satisfied, a customer waiting demo command forming waiting information is transmitted to the effect control device 300.
On the other hand, in step A309, when the customer waiting demo has been started (step A309; Y), the process of steps A310 to A312 is skipped and the process proceeds to step A313.

If the special figure 2 reservation number is not "0" in step A301 (step A301; N), a decorative special figure reservation number command corresponding to the special figure 2 reservation number is prepared (step A302). Next, the effect command setting process (step A303) is performed, the special figure 2 variation start process (step A304) is performed, and the special figure normal process is ended.
If the special figure 1 reservation number is not "0" in step A305 (step A305; N), a decorative special figure reservation number command corresponding to the special figure 1 reservation number is prepared (step A306). Next, the effect command setting process (step A307) is performed, the special figure 1 variation start process (step A308) is performed, and the special figure normal process is ended.

In this way, the special figure 2 pending number is checked before the special figure 1 pending number is checked, and when the special figure 2 pending number is not "0", the special figure 2 fluctuation start process (step A304). Will be executed. That is, the second special figure variation display game is executed with priority over the first special figure variation display game. In other words, when the game control device 100 has the second start memory in the second start storage means (game control device 100), the variable display game based on the second start memory is displayed as the variable display game based on the first start memory. It forms a priority control means that is executed with priority over the game.

[Special map 1 fluctuation start processing]
Next, details of the special figure 1 variation start process (step A308) in the above-mentioned special figure normal process will be described. The special figure 1 variation start process is a process performed at the start of the first special figure variation display game. As shown in FIG. 19(a), first, a special figure 1 change flag indicating the type of special figure change display game to be executed (here, special figure 1) is saved in the change symbol determination area (step A321), and first. To set deviation information and big hit information in the big hit flag 1 for judging whether or not the special figure changing display game is a big hit, and to judge whether or not the first special figure changing display game is a small hit. The big hit flag 1 setting process (step A322) for setting the deviation information and the small hit information is performed for the small hit flag.

Next, after performing the special figure 1 stop symbol setting process (step A323) relating to the setting of the special figure 1 stop symbol (symbol information), the special symbol information which is the parameter for setting the variation pattern is set. The information setting process (step A324) is performed to prepare a special figure 1 fluctuation pattern setting information table which is a table in which information for referring to various information regarding the setting of the fluctuation pattern of the first special figure fluctuation display game is set. (Step A325). After that, a variation pattern setting process (step A326) for setting a variation pattern which is a variation mode in the first special figure variation display game is performed, and a variation start information setting process for setting variation start information of the first special figure variation display game. (Step A327) is performed.

Next, "1" relating to the special figure changing process is set as the process number (step A328), and the process number is saved in the special figure game process number area (step A329).
Then, the customer waiting demo flag area is cleared (step A330), and the signal related to the fluctuation start of the special figure 1 (for example, the special symbol 1 changing signal is ON) is saved in the test signal output data area (step A331). After that, the changing flag is saved in the special figure 1 fluctuation control flag area (step A332), and the initial value of the blinking control timer (timer of the blinking cycle of the special figure 1 display 51) is set in the special figure 1 blinking control timer area ( Here, 100 ms) is set (step A333). Next, the initial value (here, "0") is saved in the special figure 1 variation symbol number area (step A334), and the special figure 1 variation start processing ends.

[Special figure 2 fluctuation start processing]
Next, details of the special figure 2 variation start process (step A304) in the above-mentioned special figure normal process will be described. The special figure 2 variation start process is a process performed at the start of the second special figure variation display game, and is the same process as the process of the special figure 1 variation start process shown in FIG. It is intended for memory.

As shown in FIG. 19B, first, a special figure 2 variation flag indicating the type of special figure variation display game to be executed (here, special figure 2) is saved in the variation symbol determination area (step A341), and second. The big hit flag 2 for determining whether or not the special figure variation display game is a big hit is subjected to big hit flag 2 setting processing (step A342) for setting deviation information and big hit information.

Next, after performing the special figure 2 stop symbol setting process (step A343) relating to the setting of the special figure 2 stop symbol (symbol information), the special figure which is the parameter for setting the variation pattern is set. The information setting process (step A344) is performed to prepare a special figure 2 fluctuation pattern setting information table which is a table in which information for referring to various information regarding the setting of the fluctuation pattern of the second special figure fluctuation display game is set. (Step A345). After that, a variation pattern setting process (step A346) for setting a variation pattern which is a variation mode in the second special figure variation display game is performed, and a variation start information setting process for setting variation start information of the second special figure variation display game. (Step A347) is performed.

Next, "1" relating to the special figure changing process is set as the process number (step A348), and the process number is saved in the special figure game process number area (step A349).
Then, the customer waiting demo flag area is cleared (step A350), and the signal related to the fluctuation start of the special figure 2 (for example, the special symbol 2 changing signal ON) is saved in the test signal output data area (step A351). After that, the changing flag is saved in the special figure 2 fluctuation control flag area (step A352) and the initial value of the blinking control timer (timer of the blinking cycle of the special figure 2 display 52) is set in the special figure 2 blinking control timer area ( Here, 100 ms) is set (step A353). Next, the initial value (here, “0”) is saved in the special figure 2 variation symbol number area (step A354), and the special figure 2 variation start processing is ended.

In addition, when selecting the variation pattern of the special figure variation display game in the above-described special figure 1 variation start processing or special figure 2 variation start processing, information of the set probability setting value may be referred to. As a result, it is possible to execute an effect that suggests or informs the probability setting value, such as selecting a variation pattern according to the probability setting value or changing the selection probability of the variation pattern according to the probability setting value.

[Big hit determination processing]
Next, the details of the jackpot determination processing performed in the jackpot flag 1 setting processing (step A322) in the above-mentioned special figure 1 fluctuation start processing and the jackpot flag 2 setting processing (step A342) in the above-mentioned special figure 2 fluctuation start processing will be described.

As shown in FIG. 20, in this jackpot determination process, first, an upper limit determination value table corresponding to the probability setting value is set (step A381). The upper limit judgment value table is provided for each probability setting value, and the upper limit judgment value in the high probability state and the upper limit judgment value in the low probability state (normal probability state) are defined respectively. Here, a corresponding table is set according to the currently set probability setting value. The big hit means that the big hit random number matches the big hit determination value. The big hit judgment value is a plurality of consecutive values, and when the big hit random number is greater than or equal to the lower limit judgment value, which is the lower limit value of the big hit judgment value, and less than or equal to the upper limit judgment value, which is the upper limit value of the big hit judgment value. , Determined to be a big hit. By setting the upper limit judgment value table corresponding to the probability setting value, the big hit judgment can be performed with the probability value corresponding to the probability setting value.

Next, the lower limit judgment value of the big hit judgment value is set (step A382), and it is judged whether the value of the target big hit random number is less than the lower limit judgment value (step A383). Here, the value of the lower limit judgment value is the same value regardless of the probability setting value or the probability state (high probability state or normal probability state), but the lower limit judgment value may be changed depending on the probability setting value or the probability state. Is also good. In this case, like the upper limit judgment value, the lower limit judgment value table in which the lower limit judgment value is defined for each probability setting value is selected according to the probability setting value, and the lower limit judgment value to be used is selected according to the probability state. And set it. Of course, the upper limit judgment value table and the lower limit judgment value table may be combined into a judgment value table.

When the value of the big hit random number is less than the lower limit judgment value (step A383; Y), a deviation is set as the judgment result (step A389), and the big hit judgment process is ended. It should be noted that the out-of-range in step A389 means that it is not a big hit, and there is a possibility that it will be determined as a small hit in the subsequent small hit determination process. If the value of the big hit random number is not less than the lower limit judgment value (step A383; N), it is judged whether or not it is in the high probability state (step A384). If it is in the high probability state (step A384; Y), the upper limit determination value in the high probability is acquired (step A385), and it is determined whether the value of the target jackpot random number is larger than the upper limit determination value (step A387). ). If it is not in the high probability state (step A384; N), the upper limit determination value in the low probability is set (step A386), and it is determined whether the value of the target jackpot random number is larger than the upper limit determination value (step A387). .. The upper limit judgment value acquired here is acquired by referring to the upper limit judgment value table set in step A381.

When the value of the big hit random number is larger than the upper limit judgment value (step A387; Y), the deviation is set as the judgment result (step A358), and the big hit judgment processing is ended. If the value of the big hit random number is not larger than the upper limit judgment value (step A387; N), that is, if it is the big hit, the big hit is set as the judgment result (step A389), and the big hit judgment processing is ended.

[Small hit judgment processing]
Next, the details of the small hit determination process performed in the big hit flag 1 setting process (step A322) in the above-mentioned special figure 1 fluctuation start process and the big hit flag 2 setting process (step A342) in the special figure 2 fluctuation start process will be described. ..

As shown in FIG. 21, in this small hit determination process, first, a small hit upper limit determination value corresponding to the probability setting value is set (step A401). The small hit upper limit judgment value is provided for each probability setting value. Also, the small hit probability is constant regardless of whether or not it is in a high probability state. Further, the range of the big hit determination value and the range of the small hit determination value at the same probability setting value do not overlap. The range of the big hit determination value and the range of the small hit determination value between different probability setting values may or may not overlap.

The small hit means that the big hit random number matches the small hit determination value. The small hit judgment value is a series of multiple values, and the big hit random number is greater than or equal to the small hit lower limit judgment value, which is the lower limit value of the small hit judgment value, and the upper limit of the small hit judgment value, which is the upper limit value. When it is less than or equal to the determination value, it is determined to be a small hit. By setting the small hit upper limit determination value corresponding to the probability setting value, the small hit determination is performed with the probability value corresponding to the probability setting value.

Next, it is determined whether the value of the target big hit random number is less than the small hit lower limit judgment value (step A402). Here, the value of the small hit lower limit determination value is the same even if the probability setting values are different. When the value of the big hit random number is less than the small hit lower limit judgment value (step A402; Y), the deviation is set as the judgment result (step A404), and the big hit judgment process is ended. If the value of the big hit random number is not less than the small hit lower limit judgment value (step A402; N), it is judged whether the value of the target big hit random number is larger than the small hit upper limit judgment value (step A403).

When the value of the big hit random number is larger than the small hit upper limit judgment value (step A403; Y), a deviation is set as the judgment result (step A404), and the small hit judgment processing is ended. If the value of the big hit random number is not larger than the small hit upper limit judgment value (step A403; N), that is, if it is the small hit, the small hit is set as the judgment result (step A405), and the small hit judgment process is ended. To do.

As in the case of the big hit judgment, the small hit upper limit judgment value table corresponding to the probability setting value may be set first, and the small hit upper limit judgment value may be acquired from the set upper limit judgment value table. The upper limit judgment value in the big hit judgment and the small hit upper limit judgment value in the small hit judgment may be collectively defined in the judgment value table provided for each probability setting value. Further, the value of the small hit lower limit judgment value is the same even if the probability setting values are different, but the small hit lower limit judgment value may be different depending on the probability setting value. In this case, depending on the probability setting value. Select the small hit lower limit judgment value.

The probability setting value referred to in the process of setting the upper limit value setting table corresponding to the probability setting value (step A381) and the process of setting the small hit upper limit determination value corresponding to the probability setting value (step A401) is also shown. If the value is an abnormal value such as not corresponding to any probability setting value, it may be set as a predetermined probability setting value (for example, setting 1), or if an abnormality occurs. You may make it stop a game and perform error notification. Further, although the probability setting value is referred to for each big hit judgment and each small hit judgment, when setting the probability set value in the probability set value changing state, the upper limit setting table corresponding to the set probability set value Alternatively, a process of setting a small hit upper limit determination value may be performed, and only this may be referred to when determining a big hit or a small hit.

[Processing during special figure fluctuation]
Next, details of the special figure changing process (step A9) in the above-mentioned special figure game process will be described. As shown in FIG. 22, in the special figure variation process, first, a symbol stop command corresponding to the variation symbol determination flag (special figure 1 variation flag or special figure 2 variation flag) is prepared (step A601), and effect command setting Processing is performed (step A602). That is, the symbol stop command forming stop information is transmitted to the effect control device 300 as the variation time of the special figure variation display game being executed ends and the result is derived and displayed. In the effect control device 300, in response to the reception of the symbol stop command, the variable display of the decorative special figure variation display game corresponding to the special figure variation display game is stopped and the result is stopped and displayed.

Then, the display time corresponding to the stop symbol pattern is set (step A603), and the set display time is saved in the special figure game processing timer area (step A604). In the case of the present embodiment, the display time is set to 600 msec regardless of whether the stop symbol pattern is out of alignment, the big hit symbol pattern, or the small hit symbol pattern, but the display time may be different depending on the stop symbol pattern. .. That is, the game control device 100 constitutes stop time setting means for setting a stop time for displaying the stop result mode of the variable display game.

Next, the process number "2" relating to the process during special figure display is set as the process number (step A605), and the process number is saved in the special figure game process number area (step A606).

Next, a signal related to the end of fluctuation of the special figure 1 (for example, the special symbol 1 changing signal is OFF) is saved in the test signal output data area (step A607), and a signal related to the end of fluctuation of the special figure 2 (eg, special symbol) 2 Turn OFF the changing signal) in the test signal output data area (step A608), and the control timer initial in the symbol determination number signal control timer area related to the number of times the special figure variation display game for output to the external information terminal is executed. The value (for example, 256 msec) is saved (step A609). After that, as the information for controlling the special figure 1 variation display game on the special figure 1 display device 51, the stop flag related to the variation stop on the special figure 1 display device 51 is saved in the special figure 1 variation control flag area (step A610). ), as the information for controlling the special figure 2 variation display game on the special figure 2 display device 52, save the stop flag related to the variation stop on the special figure 2 display device 52 in the special figure 2 variation control flag area (step A611), and the special figure changing process is ended.

[Processing during special figure display]
Next, the details of the special figure displaying process (step A10) in the above special figure game process will be described. As shown in FIGS. 23 and 24, in the special figure displaying process, first, the small hit flag set in the big hit flag 1 setting process in the special figure 1 variation start process is loaded (step A701), and the RWM's Processing for clearing the small hit flag area (step A702) is performed.
Next, the big hit flag 1 set in the big hit flag 1 setting process in the special figure 1 fluctuation start process and the big hit flag 2 set in the big hit flag 2 setting process in the special figure 2 change start process are loaded. (Step A703), processing of clearing the big hit flag 1 area and the big hit flag 2 area of the RWM (step A704) is performed. Then, it is determined whether the loaded big hit flag 2 is a big hit (step A705), and if it is a big hit (step A705; Y), the big hit of the second special figure variation display game (special big hit 2) is started. Save the test signal (for example, the condition device operating signal is ON, the accessory continuous operating device operating signal is ON, the special symbol 2 per signal is ON) in the test signal output data area of the RWM (step A708), A round number upper limit value table is set (step A709).

On the other hand, if it is determined in step A705 that the jackpot flag 2 is not the jackpot (step A705; N), it is determined whether the loaded jackpot flag 1 is the jackpot (step A706) and the jackpot is the jackpot (step A706). A706; Y), it is determined that the test signal (for example, the condition device operating signal is ON, the accessory continuous operation device operating signal is ON, regarding the start of the big hit of the first special figure variation display game (special figure 1 big hit), The signal per special symbol is turned on) is saved in the test signal output data area of the RWM (step A707), and the processing for setting the round number upper limit value table (step A709) is performed.

After performing the process of setting the round number upper limit value table (step A709), the round number upper limit value (“16” or “4” in the present embodiment) corresponding to the round number upper limit value information is acquired, and the RWM is obtained. In the upper limit number of rounds area (step A710). Subsequently, the round LED pointer corresponding to the round number upper limit value information is acquired and saved in the round LED pointer area of the RWM (step A711).

Next, the decoration special drawing command corresponding to the stop design pattern is loaded from the decoration special drawing command area of the RWM, prepared (step A712), and effect command setting processing (step A713) is performed. After that, a probability information command related to information that sets the probability of a hit result in the normal figure variation display game and the special figure variation display game to the normal probability state (low probability state) is prepared (step A714), and the effect command setting process is performed. (Step A715) is performed. Subsequently, a fanfare command corresponding to the symbol information (stop symbol number or stop symbol pattern) set in the special symbol 1 or special symbol 2 stop symbol setting process is prepared (step A716), and the effect command setting process (step) A717) is performed. This fanfare command forms the special game state start information transmitted to the effect control device 300 at the start of the special game state.

Next, the special winning opening opening information and a signal corresponding to the state of the probability of a hit result in the normal figure variation display game and the special figure variation display game are saved in the external information output data area of the RWM (step A718). In the case of the present embodiment, in step A718, two jackpot signals and three jackpot signals are saved as the signals corresponding to the special winning opening opening information and the probability state. Each ON/OFF is determined by the special winning opening opening information and the state of probability. For example, the jackpot 2 signal is ON when the jackpot is a jackpot with a payout (the jackpot opening information is other than the jackpot opening information 1), and the jackpot without a jackpot (so-called sudden jackpot. When the information is the special winning opening opening information 1), it is turned on when a big hit occurs in the time saving state, and turned off otherwise. The big hit 3 signal is ON when the big hit is a big hit and OFF when the big hit is not a big hit.

After that, the big winning opening information and the big hit fanfare time (for example, 5000 msec, 4700 msec, 7700 msec or 300 msec) corresponding to the state of the probability of a hit result in the universal figure variation display game and special figure variation display game After setting (step A719), the set jackpot fanfare time is saved in the special figure game processing timer area (step A720). Then, the special figure game mode flag is loaded, and the loaded flag is saved in the special figure game mode flag save area (step A721). As a result, information on the probability state and the time saving state of the special figure when the special result occurs is stored. Then, the effect mode after the end of the special game state is determined based on the information stored later.

Then, the special winning opening fraudulent prize number area of the special winning opening (special variation winning device 38) corresponding to the special opening opening information is cleared (step A722), and the big winning opening corresponding to the special opening opening information is awarded. The fraud monitoring period outside flag is saved in the fraud monitoring period flag area (step A723). After that, the fanfare/interval processing shift setting processing 1 (step A724) for shifting to the fanfare/interval processing is performed, and the special figure displaying processing is ended. That is, the game control device 100 converts the special variation winning device 38 into the open state based on the result being a special result in either the first special figure variation display game or the second special figure variation display game. It constitutes a special game state generating means for generating a state.

On the other hand, in step A706, if the big hit flag 1 is not a big hit (step A706; N), it is determined whether the loaded small hit flag is a small hit (step A725).
When it is determined in step A725 that the small hit flag is a small hit (step A725; Y), the high-probability fluctuation number area for managing the number of special figure fluctuation display games that can be executed in the high-probability state. The high probability variation number update process (step A726) for updating the value of (high probability variation number) and the production mode information check process (step A727) regarding the production mode setting are performed, and the probability state of the special figure variation display game is high. It is determined whether there is a probability state (step A728).

If it is determined in step A728 that the special figure is not in high probability (step A728; N), the decorative special figure command is loaded from the decorative special figure command area and prepared (step A729) to set the effect command. Processing (step A730) is performed. Next, a small hit fanfare command is prepared (step A731), an effect command setting process (step A732) is performed, and the process proceeds to step A733. This small hit fanfare command also forms special game state start information transmitted to the effect control device 300 at the start of the special game state.

If it is determined in step A728 that the probability of the special figure is high (step A728; Y), the process proceeds to step A733. As described above, in the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, when the probability state of the special figure variation display game is a high probability state, the big winning opening is opened by the occurrence of the small hit, but the occurrence of the small hit is played. The screen displayed on the display device 41 is not changed in order to prevent the person from being aware of it.
Then, the special figure game mode flag is loaded, and the loaded flag is saved in the special figure game mode flag save area (step A733). Next, "7" relating to the small hitting fanfare processing is set as the processing number (step A734), and the processing number is saved in the special figure game processing number area (step A735).

Next, the small hit fanfare time (for example, 0.3 seconds) is saved in the special figure game processing timer area (step A736), and a signal related to the start of the small hit game (for example, a big hit signal is turned ON (big hit + small hit is output. )) is saved in the external information output data area (step A737), and a signal related to the start of the small hit game (for example, the special symbol 1 small hit signal is turned on) is saved in the test signal output data area (step A738).

Next, the special winning opening fraud prize number area is cleared (step A739), and the fraud monitoring outside period flag is saved in the special winning opening fraud monitoring period flag area (step A740).
Next, a signal related to the right-handing instruction (the firing position designation signal 1 is turned ON) is saved in the test signal output data area (step A741), and the display LED (for example, the first gaming state display portion 57) during the right-handing is turned on. Therefore, the number in the right-handed state is saved in the game state display number 2 area (step A742), and the special figure displaying process is terminated.

On the other hand, when it is determined in step A725 that the small hit flag is not the small hit (step A725; N), the number of high-probability fluctuations for managing the number of special figure fluctuation display games that can be executed in the high-probability state is high. The high probability variation number update processing (step A743) for updating the value of the area (high probability variation number) and the production mode information check processing (step A744) relating to the production mode setting are performed, and the switching preparation remaining rotation corresponding to the production mode number is performed. The number is set (step A745), and it is determined whether the effect remaining rotation speed and the switching preparation remaining rotation speed match (step A746). It should be noted that the remaining rotation speed for preparation for switching may be a different value (rotation speed) in all the effect modes of the plurality of effect modes, or may be the same value in any effect mode of the effect modes. It may be (rotation speed), or may be the same value (rotation speed) in all the effect modes of the plurality of effect modes.
When it is determined in step A746 that the effect remaining rotation speed and the switching preparation remaining rotation speed do not match (step A746; N), "0" relating to special figure normal processing is set as the processing number (step A749). ), the processing number is saved in the special figure game processing number area (step A750), and the variable symbol discrimination flag area is cleared (step A751). Then, the flag during fraud monitoring period is saved in the special winning opening fraud monitoring period flag area (step A752), and the special figure displaying process is ended.

On the other hand, when it is determined in step A746 that the effect remaining rotation speed and the switch preparation remaining rotation speed match (step A746; Y), the effect mode switching preparation command is prepared (step A747), and the effect command setting is performed. After performing the process (step A748), the process proceeds to step A749. The production mode switching preparation command is a command for preventing prefetch production from being performed a few rotations before the production mode is switched. By transmitting the production mode switching preparation command to the production control device 300, production is performed across modes. It is possible to prevent contradictions from occurring.

[Public game processing]
Next, details of the universal figure game process (step S113) in the above-described timer interrupt process will be described. In the general figure game process, the input of the gate switch 34a is monitored, the entire process relating to the general figure variation display game is controlled, the display of the general figure is set, and the like.

As shown in FIG. 25, in the universal figure game process, first, a gate switch monitoring process (step B1) for monitoring an input from the gate switch 34a is performed, and a universal electric prize switch for monitoring an input from the starting opening 2 switch 37a. A monitoring process (step B2) is performed. Next, if the universal figure game processing timer is not "0", -1 is updated (step B3). The minimum value of the universal figure game processing timer is set to "0". Then, it is determined whether the value of the universal figure game processing timer has become "0" (step B4).

When the value of the universal figure game processing timer is "0" (step B4; Y), that is, when it is determined that the time has expired or has already expired, it is referred to branch to the processing corresponding to the universal figure game processing number. A process of setting the universal figure game sequence branch table in the register (step B5) is performed, and a process of obtaining a branch destination address of the process corresponding to the universal figure game process number is performed using the table (step B6). Then, a subroutine call is made according to the universal figure game processing number (step B7).

In step B7, if the general figure game processing number is "0", the variation start of the general figure variation display game is monitored, and the variation start setting and effect setting of the general figure variation display game and the variation of the general figure are being monitored. An ordinary figure ordinary process (step B8) for setting information necessary for performing the process is performed.
If the figure game process number is "1" at step B7, a figure figure changing process (step B9) is executed to set information necessary for performing the figure image displaying process.

Further, in step B7, if the universal figure game processing number is "2", if the result of the universal figure variation display game is a hit, the universal battery open time is set according to whether or not the state is in the time saving state. In addition, processing for displaying a general figure (step B10) for setting information necessary for performing the processing for hitting a general figure is performed.
Further, in step B7, if the universal figure game processing number is "3", the processing is continued during the universal figure hit, or the information necessary for performing the ordinary ball remaining ball process is set. A process (step B11) is performed.

If the universal figure game process number is "4" at step B7, the normal electric ball remaining process (step B12) is performed to set information necessary for performing the universal figure per end process.
Further, in step B7, when the figure/universal figure game processing number is "5", the figure/universal figure end processing (step B13) for setting information necessary for performing the figure/universal figure ordinary processing is executed.

After that, after preparing the universal figure fluctuation control table for controlling the variation of the ordinary symbol by the universal figure indicator (step B14), the symbol variation control processing concerning the control of variation of the ordinary symbol by the universal figure indicator 53 (step B15) is performed, and the general-university game processing ends.
On the other hand, when it is determined in step B4 that the value of the universal figure game processing timer is not "0" (step B4; N), that is, the time has not expired, the process proceeds to step B14 and the subsequent processes are performed. To do.

[Usually processed normally]
Next, the details of the ordinary figure ordinary process (step B8) in the above-mentioned ordinary figure game process will be described. As shown in FIG. 26, in the normal/universal figure normal process, first, it is determined whether or not the normal/universal figure reservation number is “0” (step B301), and when the normal/universal figure reservation number is “0” (step B301; Y). ) Sets "0" related to the ordinary figure normal process as the process number (step B322), and saves the process number in the universal figure game process number area (step B323). After that, the flag during the fraud monitoring period is saved in the fraud monitoring fraud monitoring period flag area (step B324), and the ordinary figure normal process ends.

In addition, when the general figure reservation number is not “0” (step B301; N), the random number is stored from the RWM per random number storage area (for the reservation number 1), the per symbol random number storage area (for the reservation number 1), The loaded area, that is, the hit random number storage area (for holding number 1) and the hit symbol random number storage area (for holding number 1) are cleared to 0 (step B302), and the probability of a hit result in the universal figure variation display game is increased. It is determined whether or not the probability that the figure is higher than the normal probability (that is, the probability that the figure is low) is high, that is, the state is in a time saving state (step B303).

If it is not during the high probability of universal figure (step B303; N), the lower limit judgment value (low probability lower limit determination value) at the time of low probability of universal figure is set (step B304), and if it is during high probability of universal figure (step B303). ; Y) sets the lower limit judgment value (high probability lower limit judgment value) at the time of high probability of universal figure (step B305).
After that, it is determined whether or not the value of the hit random number is greater than or equal to the upper limit judgment value (step B306). When the value of the hit random number is not greater than or equal to the upper limit judgment value (step B306; N), the value of the hit random number is either step B304 or B305. It is determined whether or not it is less than the lower limit determination value set in (step B307).

If the value of the hit random number is greater than or equal to the upper limit judgment value (step B306; Y), or if the value of the hit random number is less than the lower limit judgment value set in step B304 or B305 (step B307; Y), the hit flag Save the deviation information in the area (step B308), set the deviation stop symbol number (step B309), save the deviation symbol information in the regular figure stop symbol information area (step B310), and stop the regular symbol number Save in the symbol area (step B314).
On the other hand, if the value of the hit random number is not less than the lower limit judgment value set in step B304 or B305 (step B307; N), the hit information is saved in the hit flag area (step B311), and the hit information loaded in step B302 is entered. The hit stop symbol number corresponding to the symbol random number is set (step B312), the stop symbol information corresponding to the stop symbol number is saved in the general symbol stop symbol information area (step B313), and the stop symbol number is the regular symbol stop symbol. The data is saved in the area (step B314).

In the case of the present embodiment, the probability of hitting at the time of low probability of universal figure is 0/251, the probability of winning at the time of high probability of universal figure is 250/251, the upper limit judgment value is “251”, and the lower probability lower limit judgment value is “251”, and the high probability lower limit determination value is “1”. Therefore, at the time of low probability of universal figure, there is a deviation when the value of the random number per hit is "0" to "250". Further, at the time of high probability of universal figure, the case where the value of the random number per hit is any of "1" to "250" is a hit, and the case where the value of the random number per hit is "0" is out of range.
Further, in the case of the present embodiment, there are two types of winning symbols.

After the stop symbol number is saved in the universal symbol stop symbol area (step B314), the stop symbol number is saved in the test signal output data area (step B315).
After that, the hit random number storage area is shifted (step B316), the vacant area after the shift is cleared to 0 (step B317), and the universal figure reservation number is updated by -1 (step B318). That is, with the execution of the universal figure fluctuation display game for the oldest universal figure hold number 1, the process of moving up the ranks of the universal figure hold numbers 2 to 4 which are on hold after the universal figure hold number 1 one by one. I do. By this process, the values for the number of reserved figures of 2 for public figures in the random number storage area per figure are moved to the values of 4 for reserved figure of general figures in the random number storage area for each figure of 3 Will be done. Then, the value for the figure hold number 4 in the random number storage area per figure is cleared, and the figure hold number is decremented by one.

Next, the variation pattern random number 3 is extracted (step B319), the variation time corresponding to the variation pattern random number 3 is set, and the variation pattern random number 3 is saved in the universal figure game processing timer area (step B320). Then, the general-university-figure in-progress process transition setting process (step B321) for transitioning to the general-university-figure in-progress process is performed, and the general-university-figuration normal process ends. That is, the game control device 100 executes the universal figure variation display game as the variable display game based on the detection of the game ball in the universal figure starting gate 34 (inflow region) (based on the regular figure starting memory). Make up.
In the case of the present embodiment, in step B320, the fluctuation time is set to 500 msec with a probability of 200/256, 1500 msec with a probability of 40/256, and 3000 msec with a probability of 16/256. ..

[Processing during fluctuations in general figure]
Next, details of the routine figure changing process (step B9) in the routine figure game process described above will be described. As shown in FIG. 27, in the routine figure changing process, first, the process number is set to "2" related to the routine figure displaying process (step B401), and the process number is saved in the routine figure game process number area. (Step B402). After that, the general figure display time (for example, 600 msec) which is the display time of the result of the general figure variation display game on the general figure display 53 is saved in the general figure game processing timer area (step B403), and the variation of the general figure is ended. A signal (for example, the signal during normal symbol 1 fluctuation is OFF) is saved in the test signal output data area (step B404), and a stop flag indicating that the general figure fluctuation display game is stopped is set in the general figure fluctuation control flag area. It saves (step B405), and ends the process of changing the universal figure.

[Processing during normal figure display]
Next, details of the general figure displaying process (step B10) in the above general figure game process will be described. As shown in FIG. 28, in the normal figure displaying process, first, the hit flag (hit information or deviant information) set in the normal figure normal process is loaded (step B501), and the hit flag area of the RWM is cleared. (Step B502), it is determined whether the loaded hit flag is hit information (step B503).

When the hit flag is not hit information (step B503; N), "0" which is related to the ordinary figure normal process is set as the process number (step B515), and the process number is saved in the ordinary figure game process number area (step). B516). After that, the flag during the fraud monitoring period is saved in the general electric fraud monitoring period flag area (step B517), and the processing for displaying the universal figure is ended.

On the other hand, when the hit flag is hit information (step B503; Y), the hitting process setting table is set (step B504), and the value of the hit start pointer (for example, "0" Or "5") is acquired and saved in the medium-length control pointer area (step B505). Next, the value of the hit end pointer (for example, "4" or "7") corresponding to the universal figure stop symbol information is acquired and saved in the end pointer area for universal figure (step B506). Then, the universal communication opening time (for example, 1700 msec or 2600 msec) corresponding to the universal figure stop symbol information is acquired and saved in the universal figure game processing timer area (step B507).

Next, "3" is set as the process number for shifting to the process of hitting the ordinary figure (step B508), and the process number is saved in the figure game process number area (step B509). After that, a signal related to the start of hitting the universal figure variation display game (for example, the normal symbol 1 hitting signal is ON) and a signal related to the start of normal electric actuation (for example, the normal electric accessory 1 operating signal is ON) are test signals. The data is saved in the output data area (step B510) and a signal for driving (turning on) the universal solenoid is output, so the on data is saved in the ordinary solenoid output data area (step B511).

Further, the information of the Poden count number area that stores the number of winnings in the ordinary variation winning device 37 is cleared (step B512), and the number of winnings in the ordinary variation winning device 37 during the ordinary electricity fraud monitoring period is stored in Hoden. The information of the illegal prize number area is cleared (step B513). Then, a flag (outside fraud monitoring period flag) that defines the outside of the fraud monitoring period of the normal variation winning device 37 is saved in the general electric fraud monitoring period flag area (step B514), and the processing for displaying a public figure ends.

[Middle processing per ordinary figure]
Next, the details of the process of hitting a normal figure (step B11) in the above-described normal figure game process will be described. As shown in FIG. 29, in the process for hitting a universal figure, first, a control pointer for hitting a universal figure is loaded and prepared (step B601), and the loaded value of the control pointer for hitting a universal figure is equal to or more than the upper limit value. It is determined (step B602).

If the value of the control pointer during hitting the universal figure is not equal to or more than the upper limit value (step B602; N), the control pointer during hitting the universal figure is updated by +1 (step B603), and the value of the control pointer during hitting the universal figure (step B602). Branch processing is performed according to (value before updating +1 in B603) (step B604).
In addition, when the value of the control pointer during hitting the universal figure is equal to or more than the upper limit value (step B602; Y), the processing during which the control pointer area during hitting the ordinary figure is updated by +1 is not performed in step B603, and Branch processing is performed according to the value of the control pointer (step B604).

If the value of the control pointer is "0", "2", or "5", the process proceeds to step B605 to control the closing of the normal variable winning device 37, and thus the normal variable winning device corresponding to the control pointer. The wait time after blockage of 37 is saved in the universal figure game processing timer area (step B605), and the OFF data is saved in the universal electric solenoid output data area to turn off the ordinary electric solenoid 37c (step B606). The process in FIG.

If the value of the control pointer is "1" or "3", the process proceeds to step B607 to control the opening of the normal variable winning device 37, so that the normal variable winning device 37 corresponding to the control pointer is opened. The ordinary electric opening time, which is the opening time, is saved in the universal figure game processing timer area (step B607), and the ON data is saved in the ordinary electric solenoid output data area to turn on the ordinary electric solenoid 37c (step B608). The process is completed.

If the value of the control pointer is "6", the process proceeds to step B609 to control the opening of the normal variable winning device 37, and thus the opening time of the normal variable winning device 37 corresponding to the control pointer. The normal electric opening time is saved in the general electric game processing timer area (step B609), and the ON data is saved in the general electric solenoid output data area to turn on the general electric solenoid 37c (step B610). The process ends.

When the value of the control pointer is "4" or "7", the process proceeds to step B611, the opening control of the normal variation winning device 37 is ended, and the normal ball remaining ball process is performed. Is set to "4" (step B611). Then, this processing number is saved in the universal figure game processing number area (step B612), and the ordinary electric ball remaining processing time is saved in the universal figure game processing timer area (step B613). After that, in order to turn off the general-purpose solenoid 37c, the off-data is saved in the general-purpose solenoid output data area (step B614), and the general-purpose hitting process is ended.

Here, in the present embodiment, for example, in step B605, the wait time is 300 msec, in step B607, the normal power release time is 1700 msec, in step B609, the normal power release time is 2600 msec, and in step B613. Save 600 msec as the processing time for the remaining ball on the Den Den.
Further, when the universal figure stop symbol is "hit symbol 1", "0" is acquired as the value of the hit start pointer in step B505 of the routine figure displaying process shown in FIG. In step B506, "4" is acquired as the value of the hit end pointer, and in step B507 of the processing for displaying the universal map, "1700 msec" is acquired as the universal communication opening time. Therefore, after the display time of 600 msec has passed, the normal call release time is "1700 msec", so the normal call is released for 1700 msec. The time is set, and then the control pointer is updated to "1" during the public figure, so that the general electric train opens for 1700 msec. Then, the control pointer is updated to "2" during the common figure for 300 msec. Wait time is set, and then the control pointer is updated to "3" during the public figure, so the electric train is released for 1700 msec, and then 600 msec because the control pointer is updated to "4" during the universal figure hit. The processing time for the remaining sphere of the electric power is set.

If the universal figure stop symbol is "hit symbol 2", "5" is acquired as the value of the hit start pointer in step B505 of the routine figure displaying process shown in FIG. In step B506, "7" is acquired as the value of the hit end pointer, and in step B507 of the universal figure displaying process, "2600 msec" is acquired as the universal communication opening time. Therefore, after the display time of 600 msec elapses, the normal call release time is "2600 msec", so the normal call is released for 2600 msec. The time is set, and then the control pointer is updated to "6" during the public figure, so that the electric train opens for 2600 msec. Then, the control pointer is updated to "7" during the public figure for 600 msec. Hoden remaining ball processing time is set. That is, the game control means 100 executes the general figure game (general figure variation display game) based on the establishment of a predetermined condition, and when the result of the general figure game is a specific result, the normal variation winning device 37 is opened. It is a normal variation winning device control means capable of generating a winning state (universal figure winning state) to be converted.

[External information editing process]
Next, details of the external information editing process (step S117) in the above-mentioned timer interrupt process will be described. In the external information editing process, the payout command transmission process (step S111), the winning opening switch/state monitoring process (step S107), the magnet fraud monitoring process (step S115), and the board radio fraud monitoring process (step S116) are used as the monitoring results. Based on this, processing for creating information to be output to an external device such as an information collecting terminal, an amusement hall internal management device, or a test shooting test device and setting it in an output buffer is performed.

As shown in FIGS. 30 and 31, in the external information editing process, first, when the glass frame opening error is not occurring (step S801; N) and the main body frame opening error is not occurring (step S802; N). , OFF data of the door/frame opening signal is saved in the external information output data area (step S803), OFF data of the security signal is saved in the external information output data area (step S804), and the process proceeds to step S807. .
On the other hand, when the glass frame opening error is occurring (step S801; Y) or when the main body frame opening error is occurring (step S802; Y), the ON data of the door/frame opening signal is externally output. The data is saved in the information output data area (step S805), the ON data of the gaming machine error status signal is saved in the test signal output data area (step S806), and the process proceeds to step S807.

If the security signal control timer that measures a predetermined time (for example, 256 msec) from the time when the data stored in the RAM is initialized by operating the initialization switch or the like is not "0", it is updated by -1 ( Step S807). The initial value of the security signal control timer is set when the RAM initial value is set when the RAM is started by clearing the RAM in the main process, and the minimum value of the security signal control timer is set to "0". Then, it is determined whether the value of the security signal control timer is "0" (step S808).
When the value of the security signal control timer is not "0" (step S808; N), that is, when the time has not expired, the ON data of the security signal is saved in the external information output data area (step S809), and step S810. Process shifts to. If the value of the security signal control timer is "0" (step S808; Y), that is, if the time has expired or has already expired, the process of step S809 is skipped and the process of step S810 is performed. Transition.

Then, if the magnet illegality is occurring (step S810; Y), the board radio wave irregularity is occurring (step S811; Y), the frame radio wave irregularity is occurring (step S812; Y), When the illegal transmission is occurring (step S813; Y), or when the special winning opening is occurring (step S814; Y), the ON data of the security signal is saved in the external information output data area ( In step S817), ON data of the gaming machine error state signal is saved in the test signal output data area (step S818), and the process proceeds to step S819. That is, the occurrence of an error is output as external information.

On the other hand, neither the occurrence of magnet fraud (step S810; N), the occurrence of panel radio fraud (step S811; N), the occurrence of frame radio fraud (step S812; N), nor the occurrence of universal electric fraud (Step S813; N), if the special winning opening fraud is not occurring (step S814; N), it is determined whether a switch abnormality is occurring (step S815).
When the switch abnormality is occurring (step S815; Y), the ON data of the gaming machine error state signal is saved in the test signal output data area (step S818), and the process proceeds to step S819. If the switch abnormality is not occurring (step S815; N), the off data of the gaming machine error state signal is saved in the test signal output data area (step S816), and the process proceeds to step S819.

Then, the main prize ball signal editing process (step S819) for setting the information regarding the number of prize balls to be paid out is performed, and the starting port signal editing process (step S820) for editing the winning signal of the starting port is performed.
Next, if the symbol determination number control timer for controlling the output time of the information relating to the number of times of execution of the special figure variation display game is not "0", -1 is updated (step S821). The minimum value of the symbol determination number control timer is set to "0". Then, it is determined whether the value of the symbol fixed number control timer is "0" (step S822).

When the value of the symbol determination frequency control timer is "0" (step S822; Y), that is, when the time has expired or has already expired, the off data of the symbol determination frequency signal is saved in the external information output data area. Then (step S823), the external information editing process ends.
If the value of the symbol determination frequency control timer is not "0" (step S822; N), that is, if the time has not expired, save the ON data of the symbol determination frequency signal in the external information output data area (step S824), and the external information editing process ends.

Next, the control by the effect control device 300 will be described. The main control microcomputer (CPU) 311 of the performance control device 300 performs a main process shown in FIG. 32 and a timer interrupt process (not shown).

[Main processing]
As shown in FIG. 32, in the main process, the process at the start of the program is first performed. In the processing at the start of the program, first, interrupts are prohibited (step C1), and the CPU is initialized (step C2). Next, the VDP 312 is initialized (step C3) and interrupts are permitted (step C4). Next, generation of display data is permitted (step C5), a random number seed is set (step C6), and the initial value at power-on is saved in the area to be initialized (step C7). As a result, the power failure occurrence detected flag and the like are cleared.

After performing the processing at the start of the program in steps C1 to C7, the loop processing is performed as the main loop processing. In this loop processing, first, the WDT (watchdog timer) is cleared (step C8). Next, effect button input processing (step C9) of creating input information from an input signal (rising edge) based on the operation of the effect button 25 or the touch panel 29 is performed. The input from the effect button 25 or the touch panel 29 is read in the timer interrupt process, and in the effect button input process, when the input from the effect button 25 or the touch panel 29 is performed, the process of changing the effect content is performed.

Then, a hall/player setting mode process is performed in which a changeable range of the brightness and volume of the LEDs and the liquid crystal is set, and operations such as the brightness and volume of the LED and the liquid crystal are changed by the player (step C10). Next, a random number update process (step C11) of updating a random number that determines the details of the variation mode of the decorative special figure variation display game is performed.

Next, a received command check process (step C12) that analyzes and responds to the command from the game control device 100 is performed, and an effect display edit process (step C13) that performs settings for controlling the progress of the effect and edits of drawing commands. ) To set the end of preparation of the drawing command (step C14). In these processes, various data are updated according to the contents to be drawn, and the drawing data is finally set in the frame buffer. If the drawing data of the screen to be drawn within 1/30 seconds (about 33.3 ms) is prepared, the image can be updated without any problem.

Then, it is determined whether or not it is the frame switching timing (step C15). In this embodiment, since the system cycle (1 frame 1/30 seconds) is created, it is determined that the frame switching timing is reached when the V blank interrupt (1/60 seconds) is entered twice. The frame switching timing can be arbitrarily changed as appropriate. For example, the image may be updated (frame switching) in 1/60 seconds, or the image may be updated (frame switching in later than 1/60 seconds). May be switched). When it is determined in step C15 that it is not the frame switching timing (step C15; N), the process of step C15 is repeated. On the other hand, if it is determined in step C15 that it is the frame switching timing (step C15; Y), screen drawing is instructed (step C16).

After that, the sound control processing (step C17) for controlling the output of the sound from the speakers (upper speaker 19a, lower speaker 19b), the LED of the panel decoration device 46, the frame decoration device 18, the sub information display device 90, etc. is controlled. The decoration control process (step C18) to be performed, the movable body control process (step C19) to control the motor and the solenoid of the board effect device 44 are performed, and the process returns to the process to clear WDT (step C8).

[Reception command check processing]
FIG. 33 shows the received command check processing in the main processing described above. In this reception command check processing, first, the value of the command reception counter that counts how many commands are received during one frame (1/30 second) is loaded as the command reception number (step C201), and the command reception is performed. It is determined whether the number is not 0 (step C202). Then, when it is determined that the number of received commands is 0 (step C202; N), the received command check processing ends. If it is determined that the number of received commands is not 0 (step C202; Y), the content of the command reception counter area is subtracted by the number of received commands (step C203).

Next, the contents of the received command buffer are copied to the command area (step C204), the command read index is updated by +1 in the range of 0 to 31 (step C205), and whether or not the command copy for the number of received commands is completed is completed. It is determined (step C206). As described above, in the present embodiment, the command is not directly analyzed in the received command buffer, but the contents of the received command buffer are copied to the command area (RAM area for analysis), and the command is analyzed in the command area. It is configured as follows. As a result, the command (data) can be moved to make a vacant space in case the command is transmitted from the game control device 100 during the analysis of the command. In addition, the command analysis can be collectively performed in one round of main processing.

When it is determined in step C206 that the copying of the commands for the number of received commands has not been completed (step C206; N), the processing returns to step C204. If it is determined that the copying of the commands for the number of received commands is completed (step C206; Y), the contents of the command area are loaded (step C207) and the received command analysis process (step C208) is performed.

Next, the address of the command area is updated (step C209), and it is determined whether the analysis of the commands for the number of received commands is completed (step C210). Then, when it is determined that the analysis of the command for the number of received commands is not completed (step C210; N), the process returns to the step C207. Further, when it is determined that the analysis of the commands for the number of received commands is completed (step C210; Y), the received command check processing is ended. In this way, in the received command check processing, the commands received during one frame (1/30 seconds) are analyzed together. In this embodiment, up to 32 commands can be stored.

[Reception command analysis processing]
FIG. 34 shows the received command analysis process in the received command check process described above. In this received command analysis processing, first, the command upper byte is separated as MODE and the lower byte is separated as ACT (ACTION) (step C231), and it is determined whether MODE and ACT are in the normal range (step C232, step C233). ). When it is determined that MODE and ACT are in the normal range (step C232; Y, step C233; Y), it is determined whether ACT for MODE is a correct combination (step C234).

When it is determined in step C232 or step C233 that MODE or ACT is not within the normal range (step C232; N, step C233; N), or when it is determined in step C234 that the ACT for MODE is not a correct combination (step In C234; N), the received command analysis processing is ended.

When it is determined in step C234 that the ACT for MODE is a correct combination (step C234; Y), it is determined whether MODE is within the range of the variable system command (step C235). The variation system command is a command for instructing a variation pattern of a special figure. When it is determined that MODE is within the range of the variable system command (step C235; Y), the variable system command process (step C236) is performed, and the received command analysis process is ended.

Further, when it is determined in step C235 that MODE is not within the range of the variable system command (step C235; N), it is determined whether MODE is within the range of the big hit system command (step C237). The big hit type command is a command for instructing an operation related to a big hit mid-stage production (display of a fanfare screen or a round screen) or a command related to small win mid-stage production (display of a fanfare screen or an end screen). When it is determined that MODE is within the range of the big hit type command (step C237; Y), the big hit type command process (step C238) is performed, and the received command analysis process is ended.

When it is determined in step C237 that MODE is not within the range of the big hit type command (step C237; N), it is determined whether MODE is within the range of the symbol type command (step C239). The symbol-based command is a command for instructing information related to the symbol of the special symbol (for example, what to do with the stop symbol of the special symbol). When MODE is determined to be in the range of the symbol type command (step C239; Y), the symbol type command process (step C240) is performed, and the received command analysis process is ended.

If it is determined in step C239 that MODE is not within the range of symbol commands (step C239; N), it is determined whether MODE is within the range of single-shot commands such as the hold number command and error command. (Step C241). The single-shot command is a command that stands alone, unlike a command that makes sense by combination like a pattern command and a variable command. This single-shot system command includes a customer waiting demo command, a hold number command, a symbol stop command, a probability information system command, an error/illegal system command, and a model designation command. If it is determined that MODE is within the range of the single-shot system command (step C241; Y), the single-shot system command process (step C242) is performed, and the received command analysis process is terminated.

In addition, when it is determined in step C241 that MODE is not within the range of single-shot type commands (step C241; N), it is determined whether MODE is within the range of prefetch symbol type commands (step C243). When MODE is determined to be in the range of the prefetch symbol system command (step C243; Y), the prefetch symbol system command process (step C244) is performed, and the received command analysis process is ended.

If it is determined in step C243 that MODE is not within the range of the prefetch symbol system command (step C243; N), it is determined whether MODE is within the range of the prefetch variable system command (step C245). When it is determined that the MODE is within the range of the prefetching variable system command (step C245; Y), the prefetching variable system command process (step C246) is performed, and the received command analysis process is ended. If it is determined in step C245 that MODE is not within the range of the prefetch variation type command (step C245; N), the received command analysis processing ends.

The read-ahead variation system command and the read-ahead symbol system command are commands including information necessary for executing the read-ahead effect. The pre-reading effect (also referred to as the pre-reading notice or the pre-reading notice effect) is whether or not the special figure variation display game corresponding to the starting memory (holding) for which the special figure variation display game is not executed is a big hit when it is subsequently executed. In order to inform the player in advance (or what kind of variation pattern) with a predetermined reliability, the decoration special figure starting memory display or the like displayed on the display device 41 is performed in a manner different from usual, or the display device 41. It is an effect such as performing an effect display. And the pre-reading system command (pre-reading variable system command and pre-reading pattern system command) is the command which notifies beforehand the fluctuation pattern and the stop design which correspond to the starting memory which is the target of pre-reading production, from game control control equipment 100 at the time of starting winning a prize It is transmitted to the performance control device 300. Note that normal variable-based commands and symbol-based commands that are not prefetched are transmitted from the game control device 100 to the effect control device 300 at the start of variable display.

Further, with respect to a command related to power-on and a command related to a probability setting value, a corresponding process is performed by a single-shot system command process. Examples of commands related to power-on include commands for power failure recovery and commands for RAM initialization. Examples of the command relating to the probability setting value include commands for changing the probability setting, changing the probability setting value, ending the change of the probability setting, confirming the probability setting value, and ending confirmation of the probability setting value.

[Pre-reading pattern command processing]
FIG. 35 shows the read-ahead symbol type command processing (step C244) in the above-mentioned received command analysis processing. In the read-ahead symbol system command processing, first, it is determined whether the latest hold information is special figure 1 hold (step C301). If the latest hold information is special figure 1 hold (step C301; Y), that is, if the received read-ahead symbol system command is related to special figure 1 hold, the command corresponds to the special figure 1 hold number. Save in the prefetch symbol command area in FIG. 1 (step C302), set the prefetch variable command reception waiting flag (step C304), and finish the prefetch symbol system command processing.

If the latest hold information is not the special figure 1 hold (step C301; N), that is, if the received prefetching symbol-related command is related to the special figure 2 hold, the command corresponds to the special figure 2 hold number. Special figure 2 It saves in the pre-reading design command area (step C303), sets the pre-reading variable command reception waiting flag (step C304), ends pre-reading design system command processing. The read-ahead variable command reception wait flag is set in step C304 because the read-ahead symbol command and the read-ahead variable command (read-ahead change pattern command) are set (pair).

[Prefetch variable system command processing]
FIG. 36 shows the look-ahead variable system command processing (step C246) in the received command analysis processing described above. In this prefetching variable command processing, it is first determined whether or not the prefetching variable command is waiting to be received (step C311). Here, when there is a read-ahead variable command reception waiting flag set in the above-mentioned read-ahead symbol system command processing, it is determined that the reception is waiting. If the prefetch variation command reception is not waiting (step C311; N), the prefetch variation command processing is ended. On the other hand, when the pre-reading variable command reception is waiting (step C311; Y), the pre-reading variable command reception waiting flag is cleared (step C312).

After that, in the processes of steps C313 to C316, a process of converting the look-ahead change command (look-ahead change pattern command) received from the game control device 100 so as to be convenient for the process in the effect control device 300 is performed. First, the process (step C313) of setting the look-ahead variable MODE conversion table corresponding to the number of symbols held in the latest hold information is performed, and the special-drawing-type information of the start-up storage corresponding to the read-ahead variable system command received this time and the relevant information A MODE conversion table for converting the MODE is set according to the current number of reserved special types.

Next, by referring to the set MODE conversion table, the in-sub prefetch change command MODE corresponding to the MODE of the prefetch change command is acquired (step C314). Further, the look-ahead variable ACT conversion table is set (step C315), and the in-sub-look-ahead conversion command ACT corresponding to the ACT of the look-ahead variable command is acquired (step C316).

The MODE includes the information on the first half fluctuation, but the content and time of the first half fluctuation set based on this MODE changes depending on the number of holdings at the time of judgment, so the judgment at the time of pre-judgment and the special figure fluctuation display game start The judgment result may be different depending on the time judgment. Therefore, in order to make it possible to easily and surely perform the prefetching notice effect processing without being affected by the number of holdings at the time of determination, the MODE is converted in the conversion mode according to the current number of holdings, and It is designed so that they can be handled commonly regardless of the number of holds. For example, if there is no reach and there is a short first half fluctuation time depending on the holding situation, or if there is no reach and there is a long first half fluctuation time regardless of the holding situation, The look-ahead notice effect is converted into a MODE classified according to the matters to be considered so that the look-ahead notice effect can be processed easily and surely.

Further, the ACT includes information on the latter half fluctuations such as the presence/absence of reach and the type of reach. The content of the latter half fluctuation set based on this ACT does not change depending on the number of holdings at the time of determination. However, even in the normal reach, for example, the final stop symbol is set such that the last stop symbol is one frame before the reach symbol, the one symbol is stopped before the symbol, and the hit case is set. Since there is an ACT corresponding to each of these, the range of values is wide. Therefore, by converting the ACTs corresponding to the reach of the same system into the same ACTs, the number is reduced to reduce the processing load such as checking in the processing of the prefetching notice effect.

Next, it is determined whether both MODE and ACT after conversion are other than 0 (step C317). If both MODE and ACT after conversion are not 0 (step C317; N), the prefetch variable system command processing is terminated because it is an abnormal command value. On the other hand, if both MODE and ACT after conversion are other than 0 (step C317; Y), the command after conversion is saved in the read-ahead variable command area corresponding to the latest pending information and pending number (step C318), and the MODE is set. A prefetch command matching check process (step C319) is performed to determine whether the combination of ACT and ACT (command combination) is normal.

As a result of the prefetch command consistency check process (step C319), when the command combination is not normal (step C320; N), the prefetch variable system command process is ended. On the other hand, when the command combination is normal (step C320; Y), the prefetch lottery process (step C321) for randomly selecting the execution of the prefetch notice effect is performed, and it is determined whether the prefetch notice effect is generated (step C322).

When the prefetching notice effect is not generated (step C322; N), the prefetching variable system command process is ended. On the other hand, when the prefetching notice effect is generated (step C322; Y), is the occurring prefetching notice effect (that is, the lookahead notice effect selected in the prefetch lottery process (step C321)) immediately started? Is determined (step C323). The effect to be started immediately is, for example, a notice of pending change for changing the display mode of the decorative special figure starting memory display displayed on the display device 41 from the present time. In addition, the effect that does not start immediately is a look-ahead notice effect that is performed during execution of the special figure variation display game, and an effect or a variation that continuously generates a particular effect or reach state over a plurality of special figure variation display games. The effect is to give an advance notice by the characters appearing in the display, the advance change advance notice to change the display mode of the decoration special figure starting memory display at a timing later than the current time, and the like. As for the timing of starting the execution of the effect that does not start immediately, if the special figure variation display game is being executed, the special figure variation display game ends, and the execution of the next special figure variation display game starts. The timing and the like are applicable.

If the effect does not start immediately (step C323; N), the prefetching variable system command processing ends. In this case, the advance notice is set at the time of starting the special figure variation display game that executes the prefetch advance notice effect. On the other hand, if the effect is to start immediately (step C323; Y), the display corresponding to the selected look-ahead notice effect is set (step C324), and the look-ahead variable system command processing ends.

In addition, you may make it perform the prior determination process about the universal figure starting memory|game in the game control apparatus 100, and may transmit a result to the effect control apparatus 300. Then, the effect control device 300 may perform the prefetching notice effect for the universal figure changing display game by the same process as the above process.

[Variable command processing]
FIG. 37 shows the variable command processing (step C236) in the received command analysis processing described above. In this variable system command processing, it is first determined whether the special figure classification is undetermined (step C361). The special figure type is information indicating whether the type of the special figure is the special figure 1 or the special figure 2, and is the information set in step C251 of the symbol system command processing described above.

If this special map type is not determined (step C361; Y), the variable system command processing is ended. If the special figure type is not undetermined (step C361; N), that is, if the special figure type is set, the combination of the variable command and the symbol command is checked (step C362), and the variable command and the symbol type are It is determined whether there is a mismatch (step C363).

If the variable command and the symbol type are not compatible (step C363; Y), the variable command processing is ended. If the variation command and the symbol type are not inconsistent (step C363; N), the variation pattern type is determined from the variation command (step C364). The symbol type means a category of symbols, and the symbol types include, for example, a falling symbol, a 16R electric support 100 times symbol, a 16R electric sapo-free symbol, a 2R electric sapo 100 times symbol, and a small hit symbol. When the variation command and the symbol type are inconsistent, the variation command (variation pattern command) of the outlier is received, but the effect is as if the symbol command of the 16R electric support 100 times symbol was received. It means that the combination is a conflict (combination of variable command and symbol type).

In the process of determining the variation pattern type from the variation command (step C364), the variation pattern type, which is a rough classification of the variation display effect of the special figure, is determined according to the received command. Then, a variation effect setting process for setting information for performing an effect according to the variation command is performed (step C365).

Next, the special figure changing state is set as the P machine state (state of the pachinko machine) (step C366). Here, the state of changing the special map means that the special map is changing (not during a customer waiting demonstration, a big hit, or a fanfare). Furthermore, if the number of pre-reading effects (the number of pre-reading executions) is not zero, the number of pre-reading effects is updated by -1 (a process of reducing the number of pre-reading effects by 1) (step C367), and the variable system command process ends.

[Variation effect setting process]
FIG. 38 shows the variation effect setting process (step C364) in the above-described variation system command process. In this variation effect setting process, first, it is determined whether the variation pattern type is variation without reach (step C381). When the variation pattern type is the reachless variation (step C381; Y), the first half notice distribution group address table corresponding to the model code and the special figure type and the presentation mode at that time is set (step C382). Since there is no reach variation, the symbol type is always an outlier symbol, and it is not necessary to refer to the symbol type here. The effect mode corresponds to the game mode managed by the effect control device 300 and naturally varies depending on the model, but here, there are a normal mode and a time saving mode. Further, a plurality of modes are provided in which the distribution ratio of the notice effect and the effect mode of the decorative special figure variation display game on the display device 41 are different in each mode.

Next, by referring to the first-half notice distribution group address table, the address of the first-half notice distribution group table corresponding to the number of MODE and special figure reservations is obtained (step C383). With this, in the case of a change without reach, it is possible to change the lottery content of the notice effect that appears during each change (specifically, the appearance rate of each notice effect mode) according to the number of holdings. After that, the first-half notice distribution group table is used to perform a lottery for the notice that appears during the first-half change (step C386).

On the other hand, when the variation pattern type is not reachless variation (step C381; N), the first half notice distribution group address table corresponding to the model code, special figure type, effect mode, and symbol type is set (step C384). Then, by referring to the first-half notice distribution group address table, the address of the first-half notice distribution group table corresponding to the MODE and the variation pattern type is acquired (step C385), and the first-half notice distribution group table is used to change the first-half notice. A preliminary announcement lottery that appears in (step C386).

Next, the notice production of the latter half fluctuation is drawn. The latter half of the special figure variation display game is a so-called reach action (for example, variation display in a special result mode (special combination of symbols) in which the display area excluding the specific area among the display areas of a plurality of columns of the special figure becomes a big hit. Is stopped and is variably displayed only in a specific area). On the other hand, the first half fluctuation of the special figure fluctuation display game is the fluctuation display before the start of the reach action.

First, the latter half notice distribution group address table corresponding to the model code, the special figure type, the effect mode, and the symbol type is set (step C387). The latter half notice distribution group address table is a table for selecting an address of the latter notice distribution group table. Then, the address of the latter-half notice distribution group table corresponding to ACT is acquired by referring to the latter-half notice distribution group address table (step C388), and the latter-half notice distribution group table is used to change the latter half (during reach). A preliminary announcement lottery is conducted (step C389).

After that, the content of the variable effect corresponding to MODE and ACT is determined (step C390), and the content of the effect corresponding to the notice lottery result is determined (step C391). As a result, effects such as the variation time of the decorative special figure variation display game and main reach contents, advance notice, and display mode of the running memory display unit 84 are determined. Further, as will be described later, the presence/absence of the execution of the specific effect suggesting the degree of expectation, which is the possibility of having a special result, and the number of times of the execution are determined.

Next, a stop symbol setting process for determining a stop symbol is performed by also referring to the determined variation pattern (reach effect, etc.) of the special figure variation display game and the notice contents (step C392). Next, the display setting of the variable effect is set (step C393), and the display setting of the notice effect is set (step C394). By these processes, the effect and advance notice in the decorative special figure variable display game set as described above can be executed. Then, the display setting of the hold reduction corresponding to the special map type is performed (step C395). In this process, the setting of decreasing the decoration special figure starting memory display is made in response to the decrease in starting memory corresponding to the start of the special figure changing display game.

Then, a sound number, which is a BGM number, and a decoration number, which is a number indicating the type of effect by a decoration lamp or the like, are set (step C396), and a decoration special figure variation (variation display of identification information) corresponding to the special figure type is set. Display settings are made (step C397). Furthermore, in the sub information display device 90, in order to set the variable display of the fourth symbol for displaying the decorative special figure variable display game separately from the variable display of the identification information, the display of the fourth symbol variation corresponding to the special symbol type The setting is performed (step C398), and the variation effect setting process ends.

Next, an example of effects by the effect control device 300 will be described. First, the effect on the display device 41 will be described. As shown in FIG. 39A, in the center of the display area of the display device 41, a decorative special figure variable display game display section 85 for displaying the first decorative game of the decorative special figure variable display games is provided. In this case, the decorative special figure variation display game is displayed by variably displaying the identification information in each of the left, center, and right variation display areas and then stopping the display. In the upper left part of the display area, there is provided a second decoration game display section 88 for displaying the second decoration game of the decoration special figure variation display games. The second decoration game displayed on the second decoration game display section 88 is the same as the first decoration game displayed on the decoration special figure variation display game display section 85, and is the left area, the middle area, and the right area. After the identification information is variably displayed, the display is stopped and the result is displayed.

Further, a memory display section 83 for displaying a decorative special figure start memory display corresponding to the start memory is provided at the lower center of the display area. The memory display unit 83 is provided with a first memory display unit 83a that displays the first startup memory and a second memory display unit 83b that displays the second startup memory. The decorative special figure starting memory display displayed on the first memory display portion 83a corresponds to the first starting memory one-to-one, and is displayed side by side in the memory order. Here, there are three first starting memories. It is shown that. The decorative special figure starting memory display at the left end is the decorative special figure starting memory display corresponding to the first starting memory stored first, and is shifted to the left each time it is consumed.

Further, it is possible to suggest the result of the special figure 1 variable display game corresponding to each starting memory and the prefetch result such as the variation pattern by the display mode. Note that in FIG. 39(a), a look-ahead effect is performed in which the display mode of the decorative special figure starting memory display is changed for the first starting memory having the first digestion order. Further, the second memory display section 83b displays a decorative special figure starting memory display which has a one-to-one correspondence with the second starting memory similarly to the first memory displaying section 83a. Here, it is indicated that the second starting memory is 0.

On the left side of the first memory display unit 83a, an in-progress memory display unit 84 is provided that displays information regarding the starting memory corresponding to the currently-executed special figure variation display game. The special special figure starting storage display at the left end of the first storage display section 83a or the second storage display section 83b shifts to the running storage display section 84 at the start of the special figure variation display game, and is executed. The result of the variable display game, the variation pattern, and the like are suggested by the display mode.

In the upper right part of the display area, there is provided a starting memory number display section 86 for displaying the starting memory number. The starting memory number display unit 86 is provided with a first starting memory number display unit 86a for displaying the number of first starting memories and a second starting memory number display unit 86b for displaying the number of second starting memories. ing.

When the first start-up memory is exhausted and reduced from the state shown in FIG. 39(a), the decorative special figure start-up memory display at the left end of the first storage/display section 83a is displayed as shown in FIG. 39(b). A display is made to flow into the section 84. Here, the result and variation pattern of the special figure variation display game are also suggested in the running memory display unit 84 in the same manner as the prefetch effect. Further, in the starting memory number display section 86, the numerical value of the first starting memory number display section 86a is decreased by one.

Then, the decorative special figure variable display game display section 85 starts the decorative special figure variable display game corresponding to the special figure 1 variable display game based on the first starting memory, and is identified in each of the left, middle and right variable display areas. The variable display of information is started. Also, in the second decoration game display unit 88, the decoration special figure variable display game corresponding to the special figure 1 variable display game based on the first starting memory is started, and the identification information is displayed in each of the left area, the middle area, and the right area. The variable display is started.

After that, first, as shown in FIG. 39C, the identification information is temporarily stopped in the left variation display area of the decorative special figure variation display game display section 85. In the temporarily stopped state, the identification information is displayed as if it shakes, indicating that it is not completely stopped. In the second decoration game display unit 88, the variable display of the identification information is continued in each of the left area, the middle area, and the right area. Next, as shown in FIG. 39D, the identification information is temporarily stopped in the right variation display area of the decorative special figure variation display game display section 85. Here, in the reach state where the same identification information is stopped in the left variation display area and the right variation display area, the reach effect is started. Of course, different identification information may stop in the left variation display area and the right variation display area and the reach state may not be reached. In the second decoration game display unit 88, the variable display of the identification information is continued in each of the left area, the middle area, and the right area. In this way, in the reach state, the first-half variation is until the right variation display area is temporarily stopped, and the second-half variation is thereafter.

Then, as shown in FIG. 39E, the identification information is temporarily stopped in the middle variation display area of the decoration special figure variation display game display section 85, and identification is performed in all the variation display areas of the decoration special figure variation display game display section 85. The information is temporarily stopped. Note that the temporarily stopped state is equivalent to the variable display, and here, it is still in the variable display. In the second decoration game display unit 88, the variable display of the identification information is continued in each of the left area, the middle area, and the right area.

It should be noted that the gaming machine of the present embodiment can select a pseudo continuous variation pattern. This pseudo-continuous variation pattern is a variation pattern in which the variation display is performed once or more, in which the variation display is restarted after being temporarily stopped in the result mode other than the special result mode in the decorative special figure variation display game in the middle of the special figure variation display game. Is. Further, in the special figure variation display game, a variation pattern for deriving a result mode by performing unit variation display twice or more times in which a plurality of pieces of identification information are variably displayed for a predetermined time in the decorative special figure variation display game, and then temporarily stopped. It can be said that

In the case of this pseudo continuous variation pattern, the identification information of "continuous" is provisionally stopped in the medium variation display area as shown in FIG. 39(f) from the state of FIG. 39(d), and then in FIG. 39(b). Change to the state of variable display. The "run" identification information is identification information that is not used as a result mode of the decorative special figure variable display game. In the pseudo continuous variation pattern, temporary stop and re-variation can be repeated a plurality of times, and FIGS. 39(b), (c), (d), and (f) are repeated a predetermined number of times to perform a decorative special figure variation display game. At the end of the fluctuation time of, the state of FIG. 39(d) changes to the temporary stop state of FIG. 39(e).

After that, when the variation time ends, as shown in FIG. 39(g), the identification information of the decorative special figure variation display game display section 85 is stopped, and the result mode is displayed. Also in the second decoration game display unit 88, the variable display of the identification information ends in each of the left area, the middle area, and the right area, and the identification information stops, and the result mode is displayed. Further, the special figure variation display game and the decorative special figure variation display game are ended with the end of the stop time. Along with this, as shown in FIG. 39(h), the display of the in-progress memory display section 84 is erased, and the next decorative special figure variable display game can be started. If there is no starting memory in the state of FIG. 39(h), it will be in the customer waiting state. If the result is a special result in the state of FIG. 39(h), the special game state is set.

In the gaming machine of the present embodiment, it is possible to suggest the degree of expectation, which is the possibility of producing a special result, by emitting a specific sound. As an effect capable of producing such a specific sound, the gaming machine of the present embodiment can execute a button effect accompanied by operation of the effect button 25 during execution of the decorative special figure variation display game. In this button effect, as shown in FIG. 40A, an operation instruction display 81 for instructing the display device 41 to press the effect button 25 is performed. Further, the remaining time display 82 showing the operable time is also displayed. Further, the sound of "press" is emitted from the speakers 19a and 19b. This voice is a voice corresponding to the characters “press!” displayed on the operation instruction display 81. This voice is not a specific sound, but is a voice that simply instructs an operation.

Then, when the player presses the effect button 25, the operation instruction display 81 and the remaining time display 82 are erased, and the effect corresponding to the operation is executed. Further, as an effect corresponding to the operation, as shown in FIG. 40(b), the speaker 19a, 19b outputs a sound of "not yet", and the related display 83 of "not yet!!" is displayed on the display device 41. It executes and ends the effect as shown in FIG. This "much more" voice is a specific sound to indicate the degree of expectation, which is a high possibility of a special result, and the character "much more!!" displayed on the display device 41 is uttered. It is a related display related to the voice.

Further, in the case of the pseudo continuous variation pattern as the effect capable of producing the specific sound, the same effect as the button effect can be executed. As shown in FIG. 40(d), when "ream" indicating that there is a re-variation is temporarily stopped, as shown in FIG. 40(e), the speakers "19a, 19b" emit the sound "Still" and The effect of performing the related display 83 of "Still still!!" is executed on the display device 41. This "much more" voice is a specific sound to indicate the degree of expectation, which is a high possibility of a special result, and the character "much more!!" displayed on the display device 41 is uttered. It is a related display related to the voice.

In this way, it is possible to commonly issue a specific sound in different effects that can be executed in one special figure variation display game, and the effect of emitting this specific sound can indicate the degree of expectation. Make a specific production. In the present embodiment, it is possible to suggest the degree of expectation by the number of times this particular effect is executed. The related display 83 may or may not be displayed in the specific effect, and the presence or absence of the related display 83 may or may not affect the degree of expectation.

FIG. 41 shows an example of an effect that suggests the degree of expectation by the specific effect. For example, the effect 1 is a variation pattern in which temporary stop is performed four times as a pseudo-continuous change pattern, and since no button effect is performed, the specific effect is performed at each of the temporary stops, so that the specific effect is performed four times. To do so. The expected degree suggested when this effect is executed is 100%. That is, it is an effect that definitely notifies that a special result will be obtained.

In addition, the effect 2 is a variation pattern in which temporary stop is performed three times as a pseudo-continuous change pattern, and since no button effect is performed, the specific effect is performed three times by performing the specific effect at each temporary stop. To do so. The expected degree suggested when this effect is executed is 50%. The effect 3 is a variation pattern in which the temporary stop is performed twice as a pseudo-continuous change pattern, and since the button effect is performed once, the specific effect is performed by the button effect and the temporary stop twice. The specific effect is executed three times. The expected degree suggested when this effect is executed is 25%.

Although the effect 2 and the effect 3 perform the same number of specific effects, the opportunities for executing the specific effect are different and the degree of expectation is also different. The effects 4 and 5 are the same. Of course, regardless of the opportunity to execute the specific effect, the expectation level may be suggested only by the number of times the specific effect is executed, and the expectation degrees suggested by the effect 2 and the effect 3 and the effect 4 and the effect 5 are the same. You can

As described above, the expectation level is suggested by the number of times of execution of the specific effect that emits the specific sound, so that the player can easily understand the effect. In addition, the player pays attention to the effect of each time, and the effect of the effect can be enhanced. Further, since the specific sound is emitted, it can be grasped even when the eyes are away from the display device 41, and the execution of the specific effect can be surely grasped. In addition, by repeatedly emitting the same specific sound, the player can be repeatedly uplifted, and the enjoyment of the game can be improved.

In addition, it is possible to execute a common specific effect in different effects such as a button effect and a pseudo-repeated variation pattern, and to indicate the degree of expectation by this specific effect, so that it can be specified over the entire period of the special figure variation display game. It becomes possible to focus on the game by paying attention to whether or not the effect is executed, and the interest of the game can be improved.

In the variable effect setting process shown in FIG. 38, which of the effects 1 to 5 is to be executed, and whether or not to execute the specific effect, based on the result of the special figure variable display game to be executed and the presence or absence of the reach state. To decide. For example, when the result is a big hit, the execution of the specific effect is selected with a higher probability than when the result is a big hit. In addition, when the result is a big hit, the probability that an effect having a higher degree of expectation is selected is higher than when the result is a bad hit.

In the above example, the selection is made from the five patterns of effect 1 to effect 5, but the presence/absence of execution of the button effect and the presence/absence of execution of the pseudo continuous pattern may be independently selected. In this case, the number of specific effects to be executed or the degree of expectation to be suggested is determined in advance, and the presence or absence and the number of button effects and the presence or absence of the pseudo continuous variation pattern are selected based on the determination result.

Further, although the specific effect is the button effect and the pseudo continuous variation pattern, other effects may be used. Further, the button effect may be executed only once in one special figure variation display game, or may be executed a plurality of times. Further, the specific effect may be executed at any timing in the period from the start of variation to the stop regardless of the execution of other effects. In particular, when the fluctuation time is short, such as in a time-saving state, the specific sound may be emitted as many times as necessary when the fluctuation starts.

In addition, a light emitting effect device such as the frame decoration device 18 or the board decoration device 46 that performs an effect by emitting light from the LED along with the execution of the specific effect may be caused to emit light in a specific light emission mode. Further, the number of executions of the specific effect may be displayed, or the suggested degree of expectation may be displayed.

Further, although the specific sound is a voice including a dialogue and the related display is a character of the dialogue, the specific sound may be a sound not including the dialogue and the related display may be an onomatopoeia of the specific sound. Further, the number of times the specific effect is executed may be displayed, or the reliability suggested with this may be displayed. Furthermore, the volume of the specific sound may be one of the factors that suggest the degree of expectation. It is also possible to set a plurality of types of specific sounds that have the same serif but different tones, so that the degree of expectation suggested by the type of tone color is different.

In addition, a plurality of voices may be set as the specific sound, and the specific effect may be provided when any one of them is emitted or when all of them are emitted at the same time or within a predetermined period. For example, the "press" voice of FIG. 40(a) may be a specific effect if this voice is emitted as one of the specific sounds, and in one button effect, the "press" voice of FIG. 40(a) is used. The specific effect may be provided when both of the sounds of "still" in FIG. 40(b) are uttered.

Further, the specific sound may be a sound emitted from the speakers 19a and 19b, or an operation sound generated by the operation of the board effect device 44 or the effect device provided in the front frame 12, or a payout when the game ball is paid out. It may be an operation sound emitted from the device. Further, it may be an operation sound related to the movement of the game ball, and, for example, the game ball comes into contact with the payout device, the flow path, the upper plate 21, the lower plate 23, or another game ball along with the payout of the game ball. It may be a sound produced by doing.

Further, the specific sound may be a sound emitted by a game ball fired in the game area coming into contact with a cover glass 14, a game nail, a structure provided on the game board such as the center case 40, or the like. In this case, it is preferable that the sound is emitted by the control of the gaming machine without being operated by the player, and for example, a stop device for stopping the game ball in the game area is provided, and the game ball released from the stop by the stop device is covered. The sound emitted by contacting the glass 14, the game nail, the structure provided on the game board such as the center case 40, and the like. Further, a sound generating member such as a metal bell that emits a sound when the game ball comes into contact may be provided at a portion where the game ball comes into contact, such as the flow path of the game ball, the game area 32, and the center case 40. ..

That is, it can be said that the specific sound is a sound emitted from the gaming machine, is a sound emitted under the control of the control means such as the game control device 100 and the effect control device 300, and is also a sound that is intentionally emitted not accidentally. I can say. It can also be said that it is a sound emitted along with the production. It can be said that the sounds emitted from the speakers 19a and 19b are sounds emitted based on the sound data stored in the storage unit, and the operation sound is not a sound generated based on the sound data stored in the storage unit.

In addition to the effect shown in FIG. 41, the related display 83 is displayed as shown in FIGS. 42A and 42C, and the related display 83 is displayed as shown in FIGS. 42B and 42D. It may be so arranged that the degree of expectation may differ depending on whether or not there is no case. For example, as shown in FIG. 42(e), it is a variation pattern in which temporary stop is performed twice as a pseudo-continuous variation pattern, and three specific effects are executed by performing the button effect once, respectively. An effect 3-1, an effect 3-2, and an effect 3-3 that differ in the number of times the related display 83 is performed are provided so that the expectations are different. By doing so, the player also pays attention to whether or not the related display 83 is displayed in addition to the specific sound, and the interest of the game can be improved.

Furthermore, the suggested degree of expectation may be different depending on the display mode of the related display 83. For example, the color of the character, the background for decorating the character, the size of the character, the typeface of the character, the direction of the character, the effect display when the related display is displayed, and the like can be mentioned.

Further, in addition to the effect shown in FIG. 41, the specific effect may not be performed at all the timings when the specific effect can be executed, as shown in FIG. 42(f). The expectations may be different. For example, in the effect 3-4, the executable timing is three times, but in the button effect, the specific effect is not executed, and the specific effect is executed only twice, that is, the first and second pseudo-runs. Further, in the effect 3-5, the executable timing is three times, but in this case, the specific effect is executed only two times of the button effect and the pseudo second time. In this way, the performance 3-4 and the performance 3-5 in which the number of times of execution of the specific effect is the same are different in suggesting expectation level, and the execution timing of the specific effect is also an element that suggests the degree of expectation.

In addition, in the effect 3-4, the specific effect is executed in consecutive execution opportunities of the first and second pseudo-runs, whereas in the effect 3-5, the execution opportunity between the button effect and the second pseudo-run is performed. The specific effect has not been executed in the first pseudo-execution opportunity. In this way, in the preset execution opportunity, when the specific effect is continuously executed, the degree of expectation to be suggested is increased. In this way, in order to allow the player to clearly understand that the specific effect is not continuously executed, a sound other than the specific sound or a character is generated at the pseudo-run first execution opportunity in the effect 3-5. May be displayed.

Further, the effect 3-6 is a case where the specific effect is executed only in the first pseudo-repeating operation. In this case, the same degree of expectation as the effect 4 shown in FIG. 41 is suggested. The effect 3-7 also suggests the same degree of expectation as the effect 5 shown in FIG. 41.

42(e) and (f) may be combined to set the degree of expectation in consideration of the presence/absence of the related display 83, the number of specific effects, and the execution timing. For example, in the effects 3-2 and 3-3, the degree of expectation depends on whether the effect for performing the related display 83 is the button effect or the pseudo continuous variation pattern and how many times the temporary stop in the pseudo continuous variation pattern is performed. It may be different.

When performing a specific effect as shown in FIG. 42, you may make it select from the effect patterns as shown in FIG. 41 and FIGS. 42(e) and (f). It is also possible to determine an effect such as a continuous variation pattern and then set where in the determined effect the specific effect is to be performed.

Further, as a variation of the effect that influences the suggestion of the degree of expectation, when a specific sound is not emitted as shown in FIG. 43(a) and only the related display 83 is displayed, or a specific sound is emitted as shown in FIG. 43(b). You may set the case where the display which is not related to the said specific sound is performed. Moreover, when a voice different from the specific sound is emitted as shown in FIG. 43(c) and a display related to the voice is displayed, or a voice different from the specific sound is emitted as shown in FIG. You may set the case where the related display 83 relevant to a sound is performed. Then, it is possible to set an expected degree that is suggested in correspondence with the effect executed including the effect as shown in FIG. 43 and the execution timing.

Further, when the effects as shown in FIGS. 43(a) to (d) can be executed, the voice of "yet yet" is the first specific sound, and the display of "yet yet!!" is the first related display, The voice of "Ikuzo" may be used as the second specific sound, and the display of "Ikuzo!!" may be used as the second related display. Then, the expected degree of suggestion changes corresponding to the combination of the first specific sound, the first related display, the second specific sound, and the second related display executed in one specific effect and the executed timing. It is also possible to do so. Of course, the specific sound and the related display may be three or more.

In addition, the specific effect is not limited to the effect that emits the specific sound (here, “still yet”) as described above, and the condition for the specific effect may be other conditions. For example, at least one of making a specific sound and displaying the related display 83 may be performed as the specific effect. Also, an effect other than the effect of emitting the specific sound may be used as the specific effect. For example, an effect of a specific light emitting mode among effects produced by the light emission of the LED such as the frame decoration device 18 or the board decoration device 46 may be used as the specific effect. Further, among the effects produced by the operation of the board effect device 44, the specific operation of the specific board effect device 44 may be used as the specific effect. Further, among the effects produced by the display of the display device 41, a specific display such as a character display may be used as the specific effect. Then, the degree of expectation is suggested by the number of times these specific effects are repeatedly performed.

Further, although the specific effect is set in advance, the effect which is the specific effect may be changed during the game. For example, an effect in the special figure changing display game may be designated at the time of starting the special figure changing display game, and the degree of expectation may be suggested by the number of executions or the like by using the designated effect as a specific effect. Further, a sound may be emitted when a game is explained in a customer waiting state or during variable display, and the expectation may be suggested by the number of executions or the like by using the sound as a specific sound. Further, although the expectation level is suggested by the specific effect, the probability setting value may be suggested.

Further, the expectation of the number of executions of the specific effect may be suggested as the prefetch effect. FIG. 43(e) shows an example of the look-ahead effect depending on the number of executions of the specific effect. Here, in the state where there are four starting memories for executing the games A to D, the expectations of the game D which is the special figure variation display game based on the latest starting memories are suggested in the games A to D. An example of prefetching performance is shown.

First, there is a starting memory for executing the game D before the game A is executed, and the prefetching effect is executed and its content is determined in the prefetching variable system command processing (see FIG. 36) for the starting memory. Here, it is decided to execute the specific effect that emits the specific sound seven times. Then, the look-ahead effect is executed based on this determination. Here, the specific effect that emits a specific sound is executed three times in the game A, the specific effect is executed once in the game B, the specific effect is executed twice in the game C, and the specific effect is executed once in the game D. The specific effect is executed seven times in total, and the player can estimate the degree of expectation for the game D from the number of times of execution.

In this way, by performing the specific effect that suggests the degree of expectation during the period from the occurrence of the starting memory for executing the game D until the result is shown in the game D, it is possible to attract the player's interest for a long period of time and play the game. You can improve your interest. Further, since the content of the effect is to suggest the degree of expectation by the number of times of execution of the specific effect, the number of opportunities for execution of the specific effect is increased, the number of times of the specific effect that can be executed is increased, and the effect can be widened. In addition, since the expectation can be suggested by the total number of times of the specific effects executed over a plurality of games, the range of effects can be widened and the enjoyment of the game can be improved.

In the prefetch effect as described above, information indicating which start memory or special figure variation display game is targeted for the specific effect executed over a plurality of games is displayed, and the number of execution times is counted. May be clarified. Further, the total number of times of execution may be displayed to indicate that the total number of times of execution is included unless the number of times is cleared to zero.

Further, in the present embodiment and the modifications described later, the sound may include all sounds that can be perceived by human hearing, such as mechanical sounds and sound effects, in addition to sounds such as human voices and animal crying sounds. It is also possible to use a sound that is not a voice for a portion described as a voice such as "yet".

From the above, when the game is executed based on the establishment of the predetermined condition, and when the result of the game is a special result, in the gaming machine 10 that produces a state advantageous to the player, the effect of controlling the effect of the game The control means (effect control device 300) is provided, and the effect control means can suggest the degree of expectation, which is a high possibility of deriving a special result, depending on the number of times a specific sound is emitted in a predetermined period. Therefore, it becomes easy to understand the relationship between the effect contents and the possibility that the special result will be derived, and the enjoyment of the game can be improved.

Further, the effect control means is provided with a display device 41 capable of displaying information about a game, and the effect control means can display a related display 83 related to the specific sound on the display device 41 in response to the generation of the specific sound. In other words, the expected degree of suggestion is different between when the related display 83 is displayed and when the related display 83 is not displayed. Therefore, it becomes easy to understand the relationship between the effect contents and the possibility that the special result will be derived, and the enjoyment of the game can be improved.

Further, the effect control means is configured to emit a voice including a dialogue as the specific sound, and performs the character display with the dialogue as a character as the related display 83. Therefore, the relationship between the specific sound and the related display 83 can be easily understood, and the enjoyment of the game can be improved.

Further, the effect control means can commonly emit a specific sound in a plurality of effects that are independently executed in one game. A player who has been playing a game for a long time on the game machine has grasped the contents of each effect, and at the start of the effect, the subsequent development is known and the player loses interest. It was not possible to attract all the time and it was not possible to sufficiently enhance the interest of the game, but by doing this it is not possible to know at what timing in the game the specific effect will occur and the player will be able to play for the entire duration of the game. It is possible to attract the interest of and improve the interest of the game.

In addition, a starting winning opening (starting winning opening 36, a normal variation winning device 37) in which a game ball can be won, and a random number are extracted based on the winning of the gaming ball into the starting winning opening, and the right to execute the game together with the random number. Starting storage means (game control device 100) capable of storing up to a predetermined upper limit number as starting storage, and pre-determination means (game control) capable of determining a random number before a game based on the starting storage is executed. The device 100) is provided, and the effect control means can perform continuous effects over a plurality of games based on the determination result of the advance determination means. As the continuous effects, a specific sound is generated in a plurality of games. The effect produced can be executed, and the degree of expectation of the game based on a specific starting memory can be suggested by the number of specific sounds made in the plurality of games. Therefore, it is possible to enhance the interest of continuous production. In addition, the interest of the player can be attracted over a plurality of games that execute continuous effects, and the interest of the game can be improved.

Further, the game is executed based on the establishment of a predetermined condition, and when the result of the game is a special result, in the gaming machine 10 that produces a state advantageous to the player, a production control means for controlling the production of the game. , And a production device (frame decoration device 18, board production device 44, board decoration device 46) capable of executing the production related to the game under the control of the production control means, and the production control means emits a specific sound and performs the identification. It is possible to execute a specific effect that is performed by the effect device along with the sound, and it is possible to suggest an expectation degree that is a high possibility of deriving a special result depending on the number of times the specific effect is executed in a predetermined period. Become. Therefore, it becomes easy to understand the relationship between the effect contents and the possibility that the special result will be derived, and the enjoyment of the game can be improved.

In addition, the production device includes the display device 41 capable of displaying information regarding the game, and the production control means is configured to display the specific image (related display 83) on the display device 41 in the specific production. .. Therefore, it becomes easy to understand the relationship between the effect contents and the possibility that the special result will be derived, and the enjoyment of the game can be improved.

In addition, the production device includes a light emission production device (frame decoration device 18, board decoration device 46) that produces an emission in a light emission mode, and the production control means causes the light emission production device to emit light in a specific light emission mode in the specific production. It was done like this. Therefore, it becomes easy to understand the relationship between the effect contents and the possibility that the special result will be derived, and the enjoyment of the game can be improved.

[First Modification]
Next, a first modified example of the gaming machine of the above-described embodiment will be described. In addition, basically, it has the same configuration as the gaming machine of the above-described embodiment, and hereinafter, the portions having the same configuration are denoted by the same reference numerals, and the description thereof will be omitted. explain. The gaming machine of this modification can suggest the degree of expectation by the execution period (execution interval) which is the period from the first specific effect to the later specific effect in the continuous specific effects.

With the gaming machine of this modification, an effect as shown in FIG. 44(a) is possible in addition to the effect as shown in FIG. As shown in FIG. 44( a ), execution of a specific effect as effect 2 is a change pattern in which temporary stop is performed three times as a pseudo-continuous change pattern, and the specific effect is executed three times by not performing the button effect. The effects 2-1 and 2-2 having different intervals are provided so that the expectations are different.

FIG. 44(b) shows an execution mode in the effect 2-1 and FIG. 44(c) shows an execution mode in the effect 2-2. The interval (t21 to t22) of the temporary stop which is the execution timing of the specific effect in FIG. 44C is more than the interval (t11 to t12, t12 to t13) of the temporary stop which is the execution timing of the specific effect in FIG. , T22 to t23) are longer. That is, FIG. 44(b) has short intervals, and FIG. 44(c) has long intervals. Further, the entire period (t11 to t14) in which the pseudo continuous variation pattern is executed in FIG. 44(b) and the entire period (t21 to t24) in which the pseudo continuous variation pattern is executed in FIG. 44(c) are the same period. However, in FIG. 44(b), a shorter interval is included between the two continuous specific effects than in FIG. 44(c).

This difference in execution interval has a degree of being recognizable by the player, and it is possible to recognize which one of the effect 2-1 and the effect 2-2. Of course, it may be a difference that is difficult for the player to recognize. Further, although the execution interval of t11 to t12 and the execution interval of t12 to t13 are the same in FIG. 44(b), they may be different. Similarly, the execution interval of t21 to t22 and the execution interval of t22 to t23 in FIG. 44(c) may be different.

Furthermore, the execution intervals may be appropriately selected and combined from two types of intervals, that is, a short interval and a long interval, in a pseudo continuous variation pattern in one special figure variation display game. Then, the degree of expectation may be suggested based on the number of short intervals and long intervals and how to combine them. Also, instead of FIG. 44(a), it may be as shown in FIG. 44(d), so that even if the execution intervals are different, if the number of executions of the specific effect is the same, the suggested degree of expectation is the same. May be.

Furthermore, as shown in FIG. 44(e), the period from the execution timing (t21) of the first specific effect to the execution timing (t23) of the last (here, the third) specific effect is as shown in FIG. 44(c). Although it is the same, patterns in which the execution intervals of two continuous specific effects are different may be selectable, and the expectations indicated in FIGS. 44(c) and 44(e) may be different. For example, as shown in FIG. 44(e), the interval between two continuous specific effects in FIG. 44(e) is shorter than that in FIG. 44(c). That is, in FIGS. 44(c) and (e), the cumulative values of the execution intervals of two consecutive specific effects are the same, but the execution intervals included therein are different, and the expected results suggested by the included execution intervals. The degree is different. Of course, the expectations shown in FIGS. 44(c) and (e) may be the same, or the expectations in FIG. 44(c) may be higher than those in (e).

Further, here, the execution interval of the specific effect is changed by changing the timing of the temporary stop in the pseudo continuous variation pattern which is one of the execution opportunities of the specific effect. It is also possible to change the interval between other special effect execution opportunities such as the temporary stop interval, and thereby to indicate the degree of expectation. In addition, the configuration for changing the execution interval of the specific effect in the present modification can be applied to other embodiments and modifications, and can be used as one of the factors that suggest the degree of expectation.

In addition, although it has been stated that the expectation degree is suggested by the execution period (execution interval) which is the period from the first specific production to the later specific production in the continuous specific production, the execution period of the specific production itself is an element that suggests the expectation level. The number may be one, or the expectation may be suggested only by the execution period of the specific effect itself. For example, the time of temporary stop in the pseudo continuous variation pattern may be set as an execution period for executing the specific effect, and the time of this temporary stop may be selected so that the degree of expectation may be suggested by the length of this time. .. In addition, when making a specific sound to be a specific effect as in the above-described first embodiment, the time at which the specific sound is emitted can be selected so that the degree of expectation is suggested by the length of this time. May be.

From the above, when the game is executed based on the establishment of the predetermined condition, and when the result of the game is a special result, in the gaming machine 10 that produces a state advantageous to the player, the effect of controlling the effect of the game Equipped with a control unit (production control device 300), the production control unit can execute a plurality of specific effects in a predetermined period, and is a period from a first specific effect to a later specific effect in continuous specific effects. It is possible to select the period (execution interval). A player who has been playing a game for a long time on the game machine has grasped the contents of each effect, and at the start of the effect, the subsequent development is known and the player loses interest. It was not possible to fully attract the interest of the game because it could not be attracted over, but by doing so, changes can be made even in the same specific production and attract the interest of the player, thus improving the interest of the game. be able to.

Further, the effect control means can suggest the degree of expectation, which is a high possibility that the special result is derived, depending on the number of times the specific effect is executed in the predetermined period. Therefore, it becomes easy to understand the relationship between the effect contents and the possibility that the special result will be derived, and the enjoyment of the game can be improved.

Further, if the number of times the specific effect is executed is the same, the effect control means suggests the same degree of expectation regardless of the execution interval. Therefore, in addition to the suggestion of the degree of expectation by the number of times the specific effect is executed, it is possible to add interest by changing the execution timing of the specific effect.

In addition, the game machine 10 which executes a game based on the establishment of a predetermined condition and generates a state advantageous to the player when the result of the game is a special result is provided with a production control means for controlling the production of the game. The production control means is capable of executing the specific production a plurality of times in a predetermined period, and selects an execution period (execution interval) which is a period from the previous specific production to the subsequent specific production in the continuous specific production. Therefore, it is possible to suggest the degree of expectation, which is a high possibility that the special result is derived by the combination of the selected execution periods. Therefore, it becomes easy to understand the relationship between the effect contents and the possibility that the special result will be derived, and the enjoyment of the game can be improved.

Further, the display control device 41 is provided which is capable of displaying the effect of the game under the control of the effect control means, and the effect control means displays the result corresponding to the result of the game after variably displaying a plurality of identification information corresponding to the game. A decoration game to be stopped and displayed can be displayed on the display device 41, and in the decoration game, a unit fluctuation display in which a plurality of pieces of identification information are variably displayed for a predetermined time and then temporarily stopped is performed twice or more times to display a result. It is possible to perform continuous production, is configured to execute a specific production when performing a temporary stop, and a pseudo continuous production in which the combination of execution periods is different but the cumulative total of execution periods is the same includes a shorter execution period. It means that the degree of expectation suggested by the pseudo-relational production is higher. Therefore, it becomes easy to understand the relationship between the effect contents and the possibility that the special result will be derived, and the enjoyment of the game can be improved.

[Second Modification]
Next, a second modified example of the gaming machine of the above-described embodiment will be described. In addition, basically, it has the same configuration as the game machine of the above-described first embodiment, and hereinafter, the portions having the same configuration are denoted by the same reference numerals and the description thereof will be omitted and mainly different. The part will be described. In the gaming machine of this modification, it is possible to indicate the degree of expectation by a plurality of types of sounds emitted from the gaming machine.

As shown in FIG. 45, in this modified example, as the plurality of types of sounds emitted from the gaming machine, the operation sound emitted from the board effect device 44 by the operation of the board effect device 44 and the operation of the board effect device 44 are performed. Along with this, operation-related sounds that can be emitted from the speakers 19a and 19b and BGM that is an effect sound that can be emitted from the speakers 19a and 19b regardless of the operation of the board effect device 44 are set. Then, the degree of expectation can be suggested by these sounding modes at a predetermined timing (t31) during execution of the special figure variation display game.

As shown in FIG. 45(a), when the operation sound of the operation of the board production device 44 is not emitted at a predetermined timing and only the BGM is emitted without the operation-related sound, it is suggested. The lowest expectation is 10%. When the motion-related sound and BGM are emitted at a predetermined timing as shown in FIG. 45(b), the suggested degree of expectation is 40%, and as shown in FIG. 45(c), the operation sound and BGM are made at a predetermined timing. If the message is issued, the expected degree of suggestion is 50%. Then, as shown in FIG. 45(b), when all of the operation sound, the operation-related sound, and the BGM are emitted at a predetermined timing, the suggested degree of expectation is 70%.

In this way, the expectation degree is suggested by the sound emitted from the gaming machine at a predetermined timing, so that the expectation degree can be grasped even if the player takes his eyes off the display device 41, and the special effect is produced. The execution of can be surely grasped. Further, since the operation sound emitted from the board effect device 44 is one of the elements indicating the degree of expectation, it is possible to give an unprecedented notification and improve the enjoyment of the game. Further, since vibration is generated along with the operation sound, it is possible to suggest the expectation to the player by a sense other than hearing, and it is possible to make a novel notification.

In addition, the above-described expectation is based on the state of FIG. 45(a), and 30% is added when a motion-related sound is emitted, and 40% is added when an operation sound is emitted. .. Further, as shown in FIGS. 45(e) to (h), 10% is added because BGM is not emitted. By thus associating various sounds with the added value of the expectation, the player can easily grasp the expectation.

Further, display, sound, or light emission indicating that it is a predetermined timing at which a sound indicating the degree of expectation can be emitted may be performed. Then, it is possible to generate a sound that indicates the degree of expectation earlier or later than the predetermined timing, and it may be an element that indicates the degree of expectation even with respect to the deviation from the predetermined timing. FIG. 46 shows an example of suggestion of the degree of expectation due to the deviation from the predetermined timing.

As shown in FIG. 46(a), when the operation sound, the operation-related sound, and the BGM are emitted at a predetermined timing (t31) to indicate that the degree of expectation is 70% (the case shown in FIG. 45(d)). On the other hand, in FIG. 46(b), the motion-related sound is emitted later than the predetermined timing (t31). In this case, the suggested degree of expectation is increased by 5% as compared with the case of FIG. 46(a). Also, as shown in FIG. 46(c), when the motion-related sound is emitted earlier than the predetermined timing (t31), the suggested degree of expectation is reduced by 5% as compared with the case of FIG. 46(a).

Further, as shown in FIG. 46(d), when the operation sound is emitted later than the predetermined timing (t31), the suggested expectation level is increased by 10% as compared with the case of FIG. 46(a), and FIG. As shown in e), when the operation sound is emitted earlier than the predetermined timing (t31), the expected degree of suggestion is reduced by 10% as compared with the case of FIG. 46(a).

Further, as shown in FIG. 46(f), when the operation sound and the operation-related sound are emitted later than the predetermined timing (t31), the expected degree of suggestion is added by 15% as compared with the case of FIG. 46(a), When the operation sound and the operation-related sound are emitted earlier than the predetermined timing (t31) as shown in FIG. 46(e), the suggested degree of expectation is reduced by 15% as compared with the case of FIG. 46(a).

That is, the expected degree indicated by being later than the predetermined timing is added, and the expected degree indicated by being earlier is subtracted. The value of addition or subtraction is determined by the type of sound, and is 10% for operation sounds and 5% for operation-related sounds. Since the values to be added and subtracted are also fixed in this way, the player can easily grasp the suggested degree of expectation.

The timing of muting BGM can be set earlier or later than the predetermined timing, and the suggested degree of expectation can be changed accordingly. Further, the value of addition or subtraction may be different depending on the deviation from the predetermined timing.

Moreover, you may make it notify that the operation sound is emitted. Examples of such notification include displaying on the display device 41 and turning on a specific LED. Since the operation sound is often smaller than the sounds emitted from the speakers 19a and 19b, the player can clearly recognize that the operation sound is emitted by performing such notification. In addition, even if the board effect device 44 that emits the operation sound is in an inoperable state due to a malfunction and cannot generate the operation sound, it is possible to notify that the operation sound is originally emitted. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the suggestion of the degree of expectation from being affected.

Further, the operation sound may be any sound as long as it is a sound accompanying the operation of the board effect device 44, but if it is a vibration sound generated by reciprocating the board effect device 44 a plurality of times within the operation range, the player can play it. Can be recognized auditorily, and can also be recognized by transmitting vibrations to the hands. Further, the operation sound may be generated from an operation mechanism such as a gear or a motor for operating the board effect device 44, or a sound generating member having a function of generating a sound accompanying the operation may be provided in addition to the operation mechanism. The sound generating member may be provided in the effect device 44 to emit the sound.

Further, when the board effect device 44 emits an operation sound, the board effect device 44 may be operated at a position invisible to the player. By doing so, the player can concentrate due to the generation of the operation sound and the vibration, and the interest of the game can be improved. Further, the volume of the operation sound is preferably loud enough to be recognized by the player during business hours of the game store, but may be a volume which is difficult for the player to recognize.

Further, the plurality of types of sounds emitted from the gaming machine are not limited to the above combinations, and may be any kind. For example, only the sound based on the operation of one specific board effect device 44 among the plurality of board effect devices 44 may be the operation sound. Further, sounds based on the respective motions of the plurality of board effect devices 44 are defined as separate motion sounds such as the first motion sound and the second motion sound, and the plurality of motions are defined as a plurality of types of sounds that indicate the degree of expectation. Sound may be included.

In addition, the operation sound is not limited to the board effect device 44, and may be an operation sound generated in accordance with the operation of the effect device provided in the front frame 12, an operation sound generated in paying out the game ball, or the like. An example of the effect device provided on the front frame 12 is an effect button 25 that operates to change the protrusion ratio. FIG. 47 shows an example in which such an effect button 25 is provided.

With the effect button 25 in the initial position, first, operation-related sounds related to the operation of the effect button 25 are emitted from the speakers 19a and 19b (t41). After that, the effect button 25 starts the operation of projecting from the initial position to the projecting position (t42), and stops at the projecting position (t44). With the operation of the effect button 25, the first operation sound is emitted (t42 to t44). Note that the operation-related sound ends before the effect button 25 reaches the protruding position (t43), but may be continuously emitted until reaching the protruding position.

When the effect button 25 reaches the projecting position, the operation standby state (t44) is waited for the player to operate the effect button 25. In this operation standby state, no operation-related sound or operation sound is generated, the BGM is muted, and part or all of the LEDs provided on the panel decoration device 46 and the frame decoration device 18 are set. Turns off. Note that sounds other than BGM and motion-related sounds may be emitted.

When the player presses the effect button 25 (t45), the operation sound is emitted from the speakers 19a and 19b in accordance with the operation. Further, the operation standby state is released, BGM is emitted, and the light emission of the LED is restarted. Further, the effect button 25 is pushed down from the projecting position in accordance with the operation, returns to the initial position, and thereafter remains at the initial position. Further, along with the operation of the effect button 25, the board effect device 44 operates to emit the second operation sound, and the operation-related sound is emitted from the speakers 19a and 19b.

Then, the presence or absence of each of the operation-related sound, the first operation sound, the second operation sound, the operation sound, and the BGM emitted in this way, and the presence or absence of the effect of the effect button 25 to the protruding position and the operation of the board effect device 44. , It is possible to indicate the degree of expectation by whether or not the LED is turned off.

In addition, in FIG. 47, the first operation sound and the second operation sound are generated by different effect devices, but one board effect device 44 emits different operation sounds by changing the operation mode and the operation range. May be used, and these may be used as the first operation sound and the second operation sound. For example, the operation sound when moving from the initial position to the first position may be the first operation sound, and the operation sound when operating from the first position to the second position may be the second operation sound. Further, the operation sound when returning from the first position to the initial position may be the third operation sound, and the operation sound when returning from the second position to the first position may be the fourth operation sound.

The operation sound may be louder when returning from the first position or the second position to the initial position than when operating from the initial position to the first position or the second position. .. When the player moves from the initial position to the first position or the second position, the player's attention is concentrated on the motion, so there is a possibility that he/she may miss the operation sound. Since it is not high, it is possible to hear the operation sound without fail.

In addition, the one board production device 44 makes it possible to emit only the first operation sound and to simultaneously emit the first operation sound and the second operation sound by changing the operation mode and the operation range, and the degree of expectation can be increased. It is also possible to include these plural operation sounds in the plural kinds of sounds suggesting. For example, the first operation sound may be emitted when operating from the initial position to the first position, and the first operation sound and the second operation sound may be emitted simultaneously when operating from the first position to the second position. good. Further, the third operation sound may be emitted when returning from the first position to the initial position, and the third operation sound and the fourth operation sound may be emitted simultaneously when returning from the second position to the first position.

Further, in the present modification, some or all of the sounds that indicate the degree of expectation may also serve as the specific sound in the first embodiment and the like. For example, at the start of the special figure variation display game, when the reach state is started, when the reach state develops to SP reach, at the first temporary stop of the pseudo continuous variation pattern, temporary stop in the pseudo continuous variation pattern, At the time of re-changing, the operation sound of the board effect device 44 may be emitted as a specific sound when the effect button 25 is operated. In addition, the operation sound that makes the specific sound may be generated at a timing that is not easily recognized by other effects in this way, but at a timing that is not expected by the player such that special effects are not performed by other effects.

Further, the specific sound is a sound emitted from the speakers 19a and 19b, and when the specific sound is emitted, the operation sound of the board effect device 44 can be emitted, and whether or not the operation sound is emitted together with the specific sound. The degree of expectation suggested by may be different.

From the above, when the game is executed based on the establishment of the predetermined condition, and when the result of the game is a special result, in the gaming machine 10 that produces a state advantageous to the player, the effect of controlling the effect of the game A special result is provided by providing a control unit (production control device 300), and the production control unit emitting a first sound (for example, a motion-related sound) and a second sound (for example, a motion sound) different from the first sound. It is possible to suggest a degree of expectation that is a high possibility of being derived, and a first sound effect (for example, FIG. 45(b)) that emits the first sound without the second sound, and without the first sound. It is possible to execute a second sound effect (for example, FIG. 45(c)) that emits a second sound, and a third sound effect (for example, FIG. 45(d)) that emits a second sound with the first sound. , The first sound effect, the second sound effect, and the third sound effect have different expected degrees of expectation. Therefore, it becomes easy to understand the relationship between the effect contents and the possibility that the special result will be derived, and the enjoyment of the game can be improved.

In addition, a movable effect device (board effect device 44) for effecting the game by operating the movable member under the control of the effect control means, and speakers 19a, 19b for producing a sound controlled by the effect control means. , The first sound is a motion-related sound that can be emitted from the speakers 19a and 19b and is related to the operation of the movable rendering device, and the second sound is generated by operating the movable rendering device. It is the operation sound that is emitted. Therefore, it is easier to hear each sound by different parts where sounds are generated and types of sounds, and it becomes easier to understand the relationship between the effect contents and the possibility of deriving special results, which improves the enjoyment of the game. can do.

Further, the game is executed based on the establishment of a predetermined condition, and when the result of the game is a special result, in the gaming machine 10 that produces a state advantageous to the player, a production control means for controlling the production of the game. , A movable production device that produces a game by operating the movable member under the control of the production control means, and speakers 19a and 19b that emit sound under the control of the production control means. 19a and 19b, which are sound related to the operation of the movable effect device, and sound effects, which can be emitted from the speakers 19a and 19b. It is possible to suggest the degree of expectation, which is a high possibility that a special result will be derived from the sounding form of the operation sound emitted from the device. Note that BGM is an example of the effect sound. In addition to this, sounds other than the motion-related sounds may be used as the effect sound, for example, a sound different from BGM, which is emitted in response to the effect display of a character or the like, or by the operation of the player, or not. Sound effects or voices that are generated. Therefore, it becomes easy to understand the relationship between the effect contents and the possibility that the special result will be derived, and the enjoyment of the game can be improved.

Moreover, the effect control means does not accompany the first effect (for example, FIG. 45(d)) that simultaneously emits the operation-related sound, the effect sound, and the operation sound at a predetermined timing during the execution of the game, and the operation-related sound and the operation sound. It is possible to execute any one of the second effect (for example, FIG. 45(a)) that produces the effect sound, and the first effect and the second effect have different suggested degrees of expectation. Therefore, it becomes easy to understand the relationship between the effect contents and the possibility that the special result will be derived, and the enjoyment of the game can be improved.

In addition, the production control means, at a predetermined timing, any one of the first production, the second production, and the third production (for example, FIG. 45(h)) that emits the operation-related sound and the operation sound without the production sound. That is, it is possible to execute, and the first effect, the second effect, and the third effect have different expected degrees of expectation. Therefore, it becomes easy to understand the relationship between the effect contents and the possibility that the special result will be derived, and the enjoyment of the game can be improved.

Further, the effect control means emits an operation sound by reciprocating the movable member a plurality of times. Therefore, it is easier to hear each sound by different parts where sounds are generated and types of sounds, and it becomes easier to understand the relationship between the effect contents and the possibility of deriving special results, which improves the enjoyment of the game. can do.

[Third Modification]
Next, a third modified example of the gaming machine of the above-described embodiment will be described. In addition, basically, it has the same configuration as the game machine of the above-described first embodiment, and hereinafter, the portions having the same configuration are denoted by the same reference numerals and the description thereof will be omitted and mainly different. The part will be described. The gaming machine of this modification controls the sound emitted from the gaming machine in association with the result of the special figure variation display game being shown.

In the gaming machine of the present modification, it is possible to emit a result presentation sound when showing the result of the special figure variation display game in the decoration special figure variation display game. The resulting presentation sound is, for example, a sound emitted from the speakers 19a and 19b, and is a sound according to the result of the special figure variation display game. The operation presentation sound may be an operation sound generated by operating an operation production device such as the board production device 44.

FIG. 48 shows an example of the case where the result presentation sound is emitted. FIG. 48(a) shows a case where the result is a big hit. Here, the decorative special figure variation display game is progressing in the reach state, and the game BGM corresponding to the effect contents of the decorative special figure variation display game is issued as BGM. The game BGM at this time is the BGM corresponding to the reach effect. Then, at a predetermined time before the timing at which the result is shown, a sound volume reduction effect in which the BGM is muted is started (t51).

After that, in the decorative special figure variation display game display section 85, the identification information of all the variation display areas is temporarily stopped (see FIG. 39(e)), and the result is shown (t52). This temporarily stopped state does not definitely show the result, but it does show whether or not it is a big hit, and it can be said that it is a state in which a certain result is shown. In this way, when all the identification information is temporarily stopped, the result presentation sound is emitted. Further, when the player presses the effect button 25 at the timing when all the identification information is temporarily stopped, an operation sound is emitted in accordance with this operation.

When all the identification information is temporarily stopped and the result is shown, the BGM is in the mute state, but the result presentation sound and the operation sound can be emitted without lowering the volume. The result presentation sound and the operation sound emitted at this timing are the result presentation sound and the operation sound corresponding to the result (here, a big hit). Of course, one or both of the result presentation sound and the operation sound may be a sound emitted regardless of the result.

An operation sound is generated by operating the board production device 44 after the result presentation sound has been emitted (t53 to t54). Even during the period when this operation sound is emitted, the BGM remains in the mute state. Then, when the variation time of the special figure variation display game ends, the decoration special figure variation display game display section 85 changes from the temporary stop state to the stopped state (t55). At this time, the volume reduction effect ends and BGM is emitted again. Here, since the special figure variation display game has been stopped and the special figure variation display game has not ended yet, a game BGM corresponding to the effect contents of the decorative special figure variation display game is issued as BGM. The game BGM at this time is the BGM corresponding to the result display effect. That is, in the case of the special figure changing display game with a big hit, the BGM is again issued in the special figure changing display game after the BGM is muted.

When the stop time of the special figure variation display game ends, the special game state is started (t56). Along with this, the game BGM corresponding to the effect contents of the decorative special figure variable display game ends, and the special game state BGM corresponding to the game state is issued. The special game state BGM at this time is the BGM corresponding to the fanfare production.

FIG. 48(b) shows a case where the result is off. First, the decorative special figure variation display game is progressing in the reach state, and the BGM corresponding to the reach production is issued as the game BGM corresponding to the effect contents of the decorative special figure variation display game as the BGM. Then, at a predetermined time before the timing at which the result is shown, the volume reduction effect in which the BGM is muted is started (t61).

After that, the identification information of all the variable display areas is temporarily stopped on the decorative special figure variable display game display section 85, and the result is shown (t62). When all the identification information is temporarily stopped, a result presentation sound corresponding to the result (here, out) is issued. Further, when the player presses the effect button 25 at the timing when all the identification information is temporarily stopped, an operation sound is emitted in accordance with this operation. Even when the result is out of order, when all the identification information is temporarily stopped and the result is shown, the BGM is in the mute state, and the result presentation sound and the operation sound are emitted without lowering the volume. In addition, since the result is absent here, the operation sound by operating the board effect device 44 cannot be emitted, but may be emitted.

Then, when the variation time of the special figure variation display game ends, in the decorative special figure variation display game, the temporary stop state is stopped (t64). Even during the stop time, the BGM continues to be in the mute state, and when the stop time of the special map variation display game ends and the next special figure variation display game starts, the volume reduction effect ends and BGM is emitted. become. In other words, in the case of the special figure variation display game with a poor result, the BGM is not muted again after the BGM is muted, and the BGM is not emitted again in the special figure variation display game until the next special figure variation display game (or until the customer waiting effect is started). ) Leave the BGM muted.

As described above, by performing the volume reduction effect when the result is shown, the player's consciousness can be concentrated on the shown result, and the expectation for a big hit can be increased and the enjoyment of the game can be improved. .. In addition, it is possible to notify that the result is shown by issuing the result presentation sound. At this time, by setting the BGM to the mute state or the state in which the volume is lowered, the result presentation sound becomes more conspicuous and only visually. Instead, it is possible to understand the result auditorily. In addition, since it is possible to emit an operation sound associated with the operation of the board effect device 44 in the volume reduction effect, it is basically easier to hear an operation sound having a lower volume than the sound emitted from the speakers 19a and 19b. It is possible to provide a staging effect that has never been seen before.

Note that, in FIG. 48, the BGM is set to the mute state in the volume reduction effect, but the BGM volume may be reduced as compared with the case where the volume reduction effect is not performed. Also, sounds other than BGM may be muted or the volume may be lowered. For example, it may be a sound different from BGM, such as a sound effect or a voice that is emitted in response to a performance display of a character or the like or an operation by a player or not. That is, as the sound other than the result presentation sound, the effect sound including the BGM, the sound effect, or the sound may be muted or the volume may be lowered. Further, in FIG. 48, the operation sound associated with the operation of the effect button 25 does not reduce the volume, but the operation sound may be muted or the volume may be reduced.

Further, the volume reduction effect is started from the predetermined time before the result is shown, but it may be started at the timing when the result is shown, or may be started after the result is shown. Further, although the volume reduction effect is the result presentation effect performed when the result is shown, it may be performed when the result is not indicated. In the volume reduction effect in this case, the result presentation sound is not emitted, but the operation sound accompanying the operation of the effect button 25 and the operation sound associated with the operation of the board effect device 44 may be emitted without decreasing the volume, as described above. Alternatively, the mute state or the volume may be reduced.

Further, at the start and end of the volume reduction effect, the volume may be changed by fading out and fading in the BGM. In addition, during the period from the start of the volume reduction effect to the generation of the result presentation sound, sounds related to reach effects other than BGM may be emitted, or these sounds may not be emitted. good. In addition to the sound related to the reach effect, a sound may be emitted that encourages a special result to be shown. Further, the LEDs provided in the frame decoration device 18 and the board decoration device 46 may be turned off when the BGM is muted or the volume is lowered. Then, the lighting of the LEDs provided in the frame decoration device 18 and the board decoration device 46 may be restarted when the muffling or lowering of the BGM volume is completed.

Further, in the control for putting the BGM in the mute state in the volume reduction effect, the volume may be set to 0 while continuing the reproduction of the BGM, or a silent BGM may be reproduced as the BGM. In addition, the BGM is advanced during the volume reduction effect, and when the volume reduction effect is finished and the BGM is restarted, the BGM is in the advanced state as in the case where the volume reduction effect is not executed. Is also good. By doing so, when a series of BGM until the end of the special figure variation display game is set corresponding to the effect content in the decorative special figure variation display game, the effect content and the BGM are deviated from each other. It is possible to perform an effect without feeling uncomfortable. Of course, when the BGM is restarted after the end of the volume reduction effect, the BGM may be reproduced from the beginning.

Further, in FIG. 48A, the result presentation sound and the operation sound are not made to be emitted at the same time, but they may be made to be made at the same time. Although the operation sound is emitted after the result presentation sound, the operation sound may be emitted at the timing when the result is shown. Further, in FIG. 48(a), the timing at which the BGM is emitted again is the start of the stop time, but other timing may be used, and the BGM may be restarted at least before the end of the stop time. .

Further, in the volume reduction effect, the volume of sounds other than BGM is not reduced, but at least the result presentation sound may not be reduced in volume, and other sounds may be reduced in volume. Further, although the length of the volume reduction effect is different depending on whether the result is a big hit or a big hit, the length may be the same. Further, although the length of the volume reduction effect is different depending on whether the operation sound is emitted or not in the volume reduction effect, the length may be the same.

From the above, when the game is executed based on the establishment of the predetermined condition, and when the result of the game is a special result, the effect control for controlling the effect of the game in the gaming machine that produces a state advantageous to the player The production control means is capable of controlling to emit a result presentation sound when showing the result of the game, and lowers or mutes the volume of other sounds when producing the result presentation sound. It will be possible to be in a state. Therefore, it is possible to inform that the result is shown by issuing the result presentation sound, and at this time, the result presentation sound becomes more conspicuous by setting the other sound to the mute state or the state in which the volume is lowered, and it is possible to visually recognize the result. It is possible not only to understand the result auditorily but also to improve the enjoyment of the game.

Further, the effect control means can control the BGM, the sound effect or the sound to be emitted from the speakers 19a and 19b, and when the result presentation sound is emitted, the volume of the BGM, the sound effect or the sound is reduced or muted as another sound. It will be possible to be in a state. Therefore, by setting the BGM, the sound effect, or the voice to the mute state or the volume reduced state, the result presentation sound becomes more conspicuous, and the result can be grasped not only visually but also auditorily. , The interest of the game can be improved. It should be noted that the sound effect or sound here is, for example, a sound different from the BGM, and is sounded or sounded in response to the effect display of a character or the like, the operation of the player, or not. Is mentioned.

Further, a movable effect device (board effect device 44) for effecting the game by operating the movable member under the control of the effect control device is provided, and the effect control device operates the movable effect device to move the movable effect device. It is possible to control to generate an operation sound from, and it is possible to perform a result presentation effect that emits an operation sound in response to issuing a result corresponding sound together with the result presentation sound, and in the execution period of the result presentation effect, It is possible to reduce or reduce the volume of BGM, sound effect, or sound. Therefore, the result presentation sound and the operation sound become more conspicuous by setting the BGM, the sound effect, or the sound in the mute state or the state in which the sound volume is reduced, and the result can be grasped not only visually but also auditorily. It becomes possible to improve the enjoyment of the game.

Further, in the gaming machine that executes a game based on the establishment of a predetermined condition and, when the result of the game is a special result, in a gaming machine that produces a state advantageous to the player, an effect control unit that controls the effect of the game, The production control means is provided with a movable production device that produces a game by operating the movable member under the control of the production control means, and speakers 19a and 19b that emit sound by the production control means. , 19b, it is possible to control to generate an operation-related sound and an effect sound related to the operation of the movable effect device, and it is possible to execute a volume reduction effect in which the volume of the effect sound is reduced or muted in a predetermined period. In the volume reduction effect, it is possible not to reduce the volume of the operation-related sound. Note that BGM is an example of the effect sound. In addition to this, sounds other than the motion-related sounds may be used as the effect sound, for example, a sound different from BGM, which is emitted in response to the effect display of a character or the like, or by the operation of the player, or not. Sound effects or voices that are generated. Therefore, by setting the BGM in the mute state or in the state in which the volume is lowered, the motion-related sound becomes more noticeable, and it becomes possible to recognize the motion not only visually but also auditorily. Can be improved.

Further, the effect control means can control the result presentation sound to be emitted when showing the result of the game, and the volume of the result presentation sound is not reduced in the volume reduction effect. Therefore, the result presentation sound becomes more conspicuous by setting the effect sound in the mute state or the state in which the volume is lowered, and it becomes possible to grasp the presentation of the result not only visually but also auditorily. You can improve your interest.

Further, the effect control means is adapted to emit the result presentation sound according to the result of the game. Therefore, the result presentation sound becomes more conspicuous by setting the effect sound in the mute state or in the state in which the volume is lowered, and the result can be grasped not only visually but also audibly, which is amusement of the game. Can be improved.

A game control device that executes a game based on the establishment of a predetermined condition and, when the result of the game is a special result, generates a state advantageous to the player The production control means is provided with a movable production device that produces a game by operating the movable member under the control of the production means, and speakers 19a and 19b that emit sound by the production control means. It is possible to control to emit a sound and an operation sound from the movable production device by operating the movable production device, and to reduce the volume of the production sound or mute the volume of the operation sound. When the effect can be executed for a predetermined period of the game and the operation sound is not emitted in the volume reduction effect, the effect sound is not emitted in the game in which the volume reduction effect is executed after the end of the volume reduction effect. Become. Therefore, the operation sound becomes more conspicuous by setting the effect sound in the mute state or the state in which the volume is lowered, and the enjoyment of the game can be improved not only visually but also auditorily. Further, it is possible to perform an effect that the effect sound can be heard again when the operation sound is emitted, and the enjoyment of the game can be improved.

Further, the effect control means can execute the volume reduction effect when showing the result of the game, and does not emit the operation sound in the volume reduction effect when the result of the game is not a special result. Therefore, the result can be grasped not only visually but also auditorily, and the enjoyment of the game can be improved.

Further, the effect control means, when the result of the game is a special result, makes an operation sound in the volume reduction effect, and after the end of the volume reduction effect, does not reduce the volume of the effect sound in the game. It will be. Therefore, the result can be grasped not only visually but also auditorily, and the enjoyment of the game can be improved.

Note that the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to the pachinko gaming machine as shown in the above embodiment as a gaming machine, and other gaming machines such as other pachinko gaming machines, arrange ball gaming machines, sparrow ball gaming machines, etc. It can be applied to all gaming machines that use the game balls. Further, the present invention can be applied to a slot machine. This slot machine is not limited to a slot machine that uses medals, but includes, for example, all slot machines such as slot machines that use game balls. Further, the configurations of the above-described modified examples can be appropriately combined and applied.

Further, it should be considered that the embodiments disclosed this time are exemplifications in all points and not restrictive. The scope of the present invention is shown not by the above description but by the claims, and is intended to include meanings equivalent to the claims and all modifications within the scope.

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Claims (1)

A game machine that executes a game based on the establishment of a predetermined condition and generates a state advantageous to the player when the result of the game is a special result,
Production control means for controlling the production of the game ,
A movable production device that produces a game by operating the movable member under the control of the production control means,
A speaker that emits a sound under the control of the effect control means ,
The effect control means,
Control for generating a motion related sound related to the motion of the movable member from the speaker;
It is possible to control the operation sound generated from the movable effect device by operating the movable member,
Is capable suggest the the potential for height special results are derived expectation by Rukoto raised originating the operation related sound or the operation sound,
And the first sound production which Ru raised calling the operation sound without the operation-related sound,
A second sound effect to Ru raised originating the operation sound with the operation related sound, it is possible to execute,
Of the range in which the movable member can operate, when the movable member is operating within a first range and when the movable member is operating within a second range different from the first range. A gaming machine, wherein the operation sound emitted from the movable effect device can be different .

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