JP2005224341A - Game machine and simulation program - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a gaming machine and a simulation program capable of increasing the frequency of execution of a special performance pattern and suppressing the reduction of interest.
A pachinko gaming machine (10) stores points corresponding to a predetermined effect pattern among a plurality of types of effect patterns, and when a predetermined effect pattern is selected, the predetermined effect pattern is stored. Based on the points corresponding to, the total points are calculated, and the special effect pattern is selected on the condition that the calculated total points are determined to be equal to or greater than a predetermined threshold. Then, the pachinko gaming machine (10) executes an effect based on the selected effect pattern.
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Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine and a simulation program, and more particularly to a gaming machine and a simulation program for executing various effect patterns.

  Conventionally, in a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine, on the display area of the variable display device, the main condition is that the gaming ball has passed the starting area provided in the gaming area where the launched gaming ball can roll. There is provided variable display control means for performing control for variably displaying the identification information, and for performing control for deriving and displaying the identification information for which variability display is being performed. In such a case, the game is shifted to a “specific game state” (a big hit game state, so-called “big hit”) that is advantageous to the player.

  In this type of gaming machine, in order to give a sense of expectation to shift to a specific gaming state, various kinds of effects such as reach effects, notice effects, etc. using images, sounds, and lamps before the identification information is derived and displayed. A game machine in which is performed is common. In addition, various effects as described above are performed even in the specific game state.

In this regard, for example, as shown in Patent Document 1, a gaming machine is disclosed in which a special effect pattern such as “premium reach” that is not frequently executed at normal times is executed, such as the identification information always having a specific display mode. In addition, by executing a wide variety of special performance patterns, it is possible to enhance the sense of expectation of shifting to a specific gaming state for a visually recognized player and to improve the interest of the game.
JP 2002-239156 A

  However, in the above-described gaming machines, even if the opportunity to execute the special effect pattern is provided, if the execution frequency is low, the special effect pattern cannot often be visually recognized, thereby reducing the effect. However, it does not lead to improvement of interest. On the other hand, even when the special effect pattern is set to be executed frequently, the value of the special effect pattern is reduced and the interest is not improved.

  The present invention has been made in view of the above-described problems, and provides a gaming machine and a simulation program that can increase the frequency of execution of special performance patterns and suppress the reduction of interest. Objective.

  In order to achieve the above object, the present invention provides the following.

  (1) An effect of selecting one or more of the effect pattern storage means storing a plurality of effect patterns and the plurality of effect patterns stored in the effect pattern storage means in accordance with the progress of the game. A gaming machine comprising pattern selection means and effect execution means for executing an effect based on the effect pattern selected by the effect pattern selection means, wherein the plurality of types stored in the effect pattern storage means Among the effect patterns, when the predetermined effect pattern is selected by the point storage unit storing the points corresponding to the predetermined effect pattern and the effect pattern selection unit, with respect to the predetermined effect pattern, A total point calculating means for calculating a total point based on the points corresponding to the performance pattern; Threshold storage means for storing the threshold value, and threshold determination means for determining whether or not the total point calculated by the total point calculation means is equal to or greater than the predetermined threshold value stored in the threshold value storage means. The effect pattern selecting means includes a special effect pattern selecting means for selecting a special effect pattern on the condition that the threshold value determining means determines that the total point is equal to or greater than the predetermined threshold value. To play.

  (2) In the gaming machine described in (1), the threshold value storage unit has a function of storing a plurality of types of threshold values as the predetermined threshold value, and the effect pattern storage unit stores a plurality of types of special effect patterns. The threshold determination unit has a function of determining which of the plurality of types of thresholds is greater than or equal to the threshold value, and the special effect pattern selection unit includes the threshold value A gaming machine, wherein one of a plurality of special effect patterns stored in the effect pattern storage means is selected in accordance with a determination result by the determination means.

  (3) The gaming machine described in (1) or (2) has a jackpot gaming state transition control means for performing control to shift to a jackpot gaming state advantageous to the player when a predetermined jackpot transition condition is satisfied. The effect pattern storage means has a function of storing, as the special effect pattern, a special jackpot effect pattern executed in the jackpot game state in which control is performed by the jackpot game state transition control means. The effect pattern selection means selects the special jackpot effect pattern on the condition that the total points when the control to shift to the jackpot gaming state is performed by the jackpot gaming state transition control means is not less than the predetermined threshold value. A gaming machine having a function of

  (4) In the gaming machine according to (3), the jackpot gaming state end control means for performing control to end the jackpot gaming state, the initial point determination means for determining an initial point, and the jackpot gaming state end control means A gaming machine comprising: initial point setting means for setting the initial point determined by the initial point determining means as the total point on condition that control for ending the big hit gaming state is performed.

  (5) The gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (4), further comprising a comprehensive point notifying unit that notifies information corresponding to the total point.

  (6) An effect pattern selection process for selecting any one or more of the effect patterns according to the progress of the game, and an effect execution for executing an effect based on the effect pattern selected in the effect pattern selection process A simulation program for causing a computer to execute processing, and when a predetermined effect pattern is selected in the effect pattern selection process, based on points corresponding to the effect pattern stored in a predetermined point storage area In the total point calculation process for calculating the total point, the threshold value determination process for determining whether or not the total point calculated in the total point calculation process is equal to or greater than a predetermined threshold value, and the effect pattern selection process, In the threshold determination process, the total point is equal to or greater than the predetermined threshold. Simulation program, characterized in that the since the judgment condition that, to execute the special effect pattern selection processing to select a special effect pattern to the computer.

  According to the invention described in (1) or (6), a total point is calculated on the basis of the point corresponding to the effect pattern to be executed, and is special on the condition that the total point is equal to or greater than a predetermined threshold. Since the production pattern is selected, the frequency with which the special production pattern is selected can be increased, and the frequency with which the special production pattern is selected can be adjusted by setting a predetermined threshold value. At the same time, it is possible to prevent the value of the special performance pattern from being reduced.

  According to the invention described in (2), a plurality of types of thresholds are set as predetermined thresholds, and it is determined which of the plurality of types of thresholds the total points are greater than, and the determination result is Since the corresponding special effect pattern is selected, a wide variety of effects according to the total points can be executed, and the interest can be further improved.

  According to the invention described in (3), the total points when the special jackpot effect pattern that is executed in the jackpot game state and is stored as the special effect pattern is transferred to the jackpot game state is a predetermined threshold value. Since the selection is made based on the above, it is possible to execute a variety of jackpot effect patterns, increase the effect in the jackpot gaming state, and further enhance the interest.

  According to the invention described in (4), since the determined initial point is set as a total point on condition that the big hit gaming state ends, for example, the total point changes every time the big hit gaming state ends. In some cases, the frequency with which the special jackpot effect pattern is selected can be diversified, and the interest can be further improved.

  According to the invention described in (5), since the information corresponding to the total points is notified, the player can use the notified information as a guide for the current total points. For example, the special effect pattern This is a guideline for the execution.

  According to the present invention, it is possible to improve interest and to prevent the value of the special performance pattern from being reduced.

  Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings.

[Composition of gaming machine]
FIG. 1 is a front view showing an overview of the gaming machine in the present embodiment. In the embodiment described below, a case where the present invention is applied to a first type pachinko gaming machine (also referred to as “digital pachi”) is shown as a preferred embodiment for a gaming machine according to the present invention.

  The pachinko gaming machine 10 is provided with a main body frame 12, a game board 14 incorporated in the main body frame 12, an upper plate 20 and a lower plate 22 provided on the front surface of the main body frame 12, and a right side of the lower plate 22. A firing handle 26 is disposed. A plurality of obstacle nails (not shown) are driven in the front surface of the game board 14.

  Further, the launch handle 26 is provided so as to be rotatable with respect to the main body frame 12, and the pachinko game can be advanced by operating the launch handle 26 by the player. A firing motor (not shown) is provided on the back side of the firing handle 26.

  Furthermore, a touch sensor (not shown) is provided on the periphery of the firing handle 26. When the touch sensor is touched, it is detected that the firing handle 26 is gripped by the player. When the shooting handle 26 is gripped by the player and is rotated in the clockwise direction, electric power is supplied to the shooting motor according to the rotation angle, and the game ball stored in the upper plate 20 is played. Fired sequentially on the board 14.

  Note that the touch sensor provided on the firing handle 26 may be any sensor that can determine that the firing handle 26 has been gripped by the player. The type of sensor, such as an optical detection sensor or a sensor that detects heat, may be used. It doesn't matter.

  The launched game ball is guided to a guide rail 30 provided on the game board 14 and moves to the upper part of the game board 14. After that, the game ball is changed in its traveling direction by collision with the above-described obstacle nails. It falls toward the bottom of the board 14. As described above, an area surrounded by the guide rail 30 and allowing the game ball to roll is referred to as a game area.

  A liquid crystal display device 32 as variable display means and effect execution means is provided in the approximate center of the front surface of the game board 14. The liquid crystal display device 32 has a display area 32a, and identification information is variably displayed in the display area 32a. Further, such identification information is configured as a special symbol 92 in the special symbol game. Details of the special symbol game will be described later. This identification information is a pattern made up of numbers, symbols, and the like. In this embodiment, numbers from “0” to “9” are used.

  “Variable display” is a concept that can be displayed in a variable manner. For example, a “variable display” that is actually displayed in a variable state, a “stop display” that is displayed in a stopped state, etc. It is. In addition, “variable display” can be “derivation display” in which identification information is displayed as a result of a special symbol game. Further, the period from the start of the variable display to the derivation display is referred to as one variable display.

  Further, identification information corresponding to a plurality of symbol rows (three rows in the present embodiment) is variably displayed on the liquid crystal display device 32. Identification information is derived and displayed in the plurality of symbol sequences, and the combination of the plurality of identification information derived and displayed is a specific display mode (for example, any one of “0” to “9” in each of the plurality of symbol sequences). In other words, the gaming state is shifted to a specific gaming state (big hit gaming state) that is advantageous to the player.

  In addition to the identification information, the liquid crystal display device 32 displays a background image, an effect image for effect, a normal symbol image, and the like. In the present embodiment, the identification information is composed of a plurality of symbol strings. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the identification information may be composed of one symbol string.

  A sphere passage detector 54 is provided on the left side of the liquid crystal display device 32. When the ball passage detector 54 detects that a game ball has passed in the vicinity thereof, the normal symbol 94 is displayed on the display area 32a. After a predetermined time has elapsed, the normal symbol change display is displayed. To stop. This normal symbol is information including numbers, symbols, and the like, for example, symbols such as “◯” and “x”. Further, a normal symbol holding lamp 50 for displaying the number of holdings in the normal symbol game is provided on the side of the liquid crystal display device 32.

  When the normal symbol is stopped and displayed as a predetermined symbol, for example, “◯”, the blade members (so-called normal electric accessories) 48 provided on the left and right sides of the starting port 44 described later are in the open state from the closed state. Thus, it becomes easier for a game ball to enter the start port 44. In addition, when a predetermined time has elapsed after the blade member 48 is in the open state, the blade member 48 is closed so that it is difficult for the game ball to enter the start port 44.

  In the present embodiment, the liquid crystal display device 32 composed of a liquid crystal display panel is used as a portion for displaying an image. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and other modes may be used. For example, a CRT (Cathode Ray Tube) is used. It may be composed of a cathode ray tube, a dot LED, a segment LED, an EL (Electronic Luminescent), plasma, or the like. Further, in the present embodiment, the liquid crystal display device 32 is shown in the case where it is provided in the approximate center of the front surface of the game board 14 in the pachinko gaming machine 10 that is a gaming machine. For example, the liquid crystal display device 32 may be provided at any position. In this embodiment, the identification information and the normal symbol are variably displayed on the liquid crystal display device 32. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and a variable symbol display device for the normal symbol is provided separately from the liquid crystal display device 32. It may be configured. Further, the liquid crystal display device 32 is adopted as the variable display means. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and other modes may be adopted. For example, a drum, a belt, a leaf, or the like may be adopted as the variable display means. Good.

  Furthermore, on both the left and right sides of the liquid crystal display device 32, rolling guide members 59a and 59b for guiding the path of the game ball in a predetermined direction are also provided. In addition, decorative lamps 36a and 36b are provided on the lower left side and the lower right side of the game board 14, respectively.

  Above the liquid crystal display device 32 described above, four holding lamps 34a to 34d are provided. In addition, at the lower part of the game board 14, there are provided game balls general winning ports 56 a to 56 d.

  A shutter 40 that can be opened and closed with respect to the special winning opening 39 is provided in the vicinity of the general winning openings 56a to 56d. That is, the special winning opening 39 is provided in the game area. When the combination of the identification information derived and displayed as described above is a specific display mode, the gaming state is shifted to the specific gaming state, and the shutter 40 is in an open state (first state) in which it is easy to accept the gaming ball. To be driven. The special winning opening 39 includes a specific area (not shown) having a V / count sensor 102 (see FIG. 2) and a general area (not shown) having a count sensor 104 (see FIG. 2). Yes, the shutter 40 is driven to the open state until a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls passes through these areas or until a predetermined time (for example, 30 seconds) elapses. In other words, when the condition of either winning a predetermined number of game balls in the grand prize opening 39 or elapse of a predetermined time is satisfied in the open state, the big prize opening 39 is put in a closed state in which it is difficult to accept the game balls. Subsequently, the shutter 40 that has been changed from the open state to the closed state (second state) is provided on condition that the game ball received in the special winning opening 39 in the open state has passed through the V-count sensor 102. It is driven to the open state again. In other words, on the condition that the game ball received when the special winning opening 39 is in the open state passes through a specific area provided in the special winning opening 39, the game ball is again opened.

  A start opening 44 having a start winning ball sensor 116 (see FIG. 2) is provided below the liquid crystal display device 32. When a game ball wins at the starting port 44, a special symbol game, which will be described later, is started, and the state shifts to a variable display state in which a plurality of columns of identification information are displayed in a variable manner. In the present embodiment, the variable display start condition for the predetermined identification information is mainly based on the fact that a game ball has won a winning opening 44. In addition, it is also a condition that the identification information is derived and displayed. That is, the variable display of the identification information is performed every time the variable display start condition for the predetermined identification information is satisfied. In the embodiment, the predetermined display information variable display start condition is that a game ball has been won at the start port 44, but the present invention is not limited to this.

  The number of executions of variable display of the identification information being held (so-called “hold number”, “hold number related to special symbols”) is displayed by turning on / off the hold lamps 34a to 34d.

  In addition, when a game ball wins or passes through the specific area and the general area in the start opening 44, the general winning openings 56a to 56d, and the large winning opening 39, the number set in advance according to the type of each winning opening. The game balls are paid out to the upper plate 20 or the lower plate 22.

[Electric configuration of gaming machine]
A block diagram showing a control circuit of the pachinko gaming machine 10 in this embodiment is shown in FIG.

  As shown in FIG. 2, the main control circuit 60 as game control means includes a main CPU 66, main ROM (read only memory) 68, and main RAM (read / write memory) 70 as control means. The main control circuit 60 controls the progress of the game.

  The main CPU 66 is connected to a main ROM 68, a main RAM 70, and the like, and has a function of executing various processes according to a program stored in the main ROM 68. Thus, the main CPU 66 functions as various means described later.

  A program for controlling the operation of the pachinko gaming machine 10 by the main CPU 66 is stored in the main ROM 68. In addition, a jackpot determination table and an effect to be referred to when a jackpot determination is made by random number lottery are selected. Various tables such as an effect condition selection table to be referred to at the time are also stored. Specific programs and tables will be described later.

  In the present embodiment, the main ROM 68 is used as a medium for storing programs, tables, and the like. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and any other storage medium can be used as long as it is a computer-readable storage medium. For example, it may be recorded on a storage medium such as a hard disk device, a CD-ROM, a DVD-ROM, or a ROM cartridge. Further, these programs may not be recorded in advance, but may be downloaded and recorded in the main RAM 70 after the power is turned on. Furthermore, each program may be recorded on a separate storage medium. In this embodiment, the main CPU 66, the main ROM 68, and the main RAM 70 are provided separately. However, a one-chip microcomputer in which these are integrated may be used.

  The main RAM 70 has a function of storing various flags and variable values as a temporary storage area of the main CPU 66. Specific examples of data stored in the main RAM 70 include the following.

  The main RAM 70 includes a control state flag, a specific area passing flag, a high probability flag, a jackpot determination random number counter, a jackpot symbol determination random number counter, a missed symbol determination random number counter, an effect condition selection random number counter, and a number of winning prize opening times. A command is supplied to a sub-control circuit 200, which will be described later, and a variable relating to an output including data indicating the number of holdings in a special symbol game, a normal symbol game, a waiting time timer, a special symbol game opening time timer, a waiting time timer Data, variables, etc. for doing so are positioned.

  The control state flag indicates the control state of the special symbol game. The specific area passing flag is for determining whether or not the game ball has passed the specific area. The high probability flag indicates whether or not the probability of shifting to the specific gaming state is relatively increased.

  The jackpot determination random number counter is for determining whether or not the special symbol game is successful. The jackpot symbol determination random number counter is for determining identification information to be derived and displayed when it is determined that the result of the special symbol game is winning. The random symbol counter for losing symbol determination is for determining identification information to be derived and displayed when the result of the special symbol game is not determined to be winning. The effect condition selection random number counter is for determining a variation display pattern of the identification information. These counters are stored and updated so that the main CPU 66 sequentially increases “1”, and various functions of the main CPU 66 are executed by extracting random numbers from the counters at a predetermined timing. In the present embodiment, such a random number counter is provided, and the main CPU 66 stores and updates the random number counter so as to increase “1” according to a program. You may comprise so that an apparatus like a generator may be provided. Further, although it is out of place, a reach determination random number counter for determining whether or not to reach may be provided.

  The waiting time timer is for synchronizing processing executed in the main control circuit 60 and the sub control circuit 200. The special prize opening time timer is for measuring the time for driving the shutter 40 and opening the special prize opening 39. Note that the timer in the present embodiment is stored and updated in the main RAM 70 so as to be subtracted by the predetermined cycle at a predetermined cycle. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the CPU itself may include a timer. .

  The big prize opening number counter indicates the number of times the big prize opening 39 is opened in a specific gaming state (so-called “round number”). The grand prize winning prize counter indicates the number of game balls that have won the big prize winning opening 39 during one round and have passed the V / count sensor 102 or the count sensor 104. Furthermore, the data indicating the number of reserved items is retained when the game ball wins the start opening 44, but the variation display of the identification information cannot be executed. Is shown.

  In the present embodiment, the main RAM 70 is used as a temporary storage area of the main CPU 66. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and any readable / writable storage medium may be used.

  The main control circuit 60 includes an initial reset circuit 64 that generates a reset signal when the power is turned on, and a serial communication IC 72 for supplying a command to the sub-control circuit 200 described later. The initial reset circuit 64 and the serial communication IC 72 are connected to the main CPU 66. The serial communication IC 72 corresponds to transmission means for transmitting various commands to the sub-control circuit 200 (various means included in the sub-control circuit 200).

  Various devices are connected to the main control circuit 60. For example, as shown in FIG. 2, the V / count sensor 102, the count sensor 104, the general winning ball sensors 106, 108, 110, 112, and the passage A ball sensor 114, a start winning ball sensor 116, a normal electric accessory solenoid 118, a big prize opening solenoid 120, a seesaw solenoid 122, and a backup clear switch 124 are connected.

  The V / count sensor 102 is provided in a specific area in the special winning opening 39. The V / count sensor 102 supplies a predetermined detection signal to the main control circuit 60 when a game ball passes through a specific area in the special winning opening 39.

  The count sensor 104 is provided in a general area different from the specific area in the special winning opening 39. The count sensor 104 supplies a predetermined detection signal to the main control circuit 60 when the game ball passes through the general area at the special winning opening 39.

  The general winning ball sensors 106, 108, 110, and 112 are provided in the general winning ports 56a to 56d. The general winning ball sensors 106, 108, 110, and 112 supply a predetermined detection signal to the main control circuit 60 when the game balls pass through the general winning ports 56 a to 56 d.

  The passing ball sensor 114 is provided in the ball passing detector 54. The passing ball sensor 114 supplies a predetermined detection signal to the main control circuit 60 when a game ball passes through the ball passing detector 54.

  The start winning ball sensor 116 is provided at the start port 44. The start winning ball sensor 116 supplies a predetermined detection signal to the main control circuit 60 when a game ball wins the start opening 44.

  The normal electric accessory solenoid 118 is connected to the blade member 48 via a link member (not shown), and makes the blade member 48 open or closed according to a drive signal supplied from the main CPU 66. .

  The big prize opening solenoid 120 is connected to the shutter 40 shown in FIG. 1 and drives the shutter 40 in accordance with a drive signal supplied from the main CPU 66 to make the big prize opening 39 open or closed.

  The seesaw solenoid 122 is connected to a seesaw provided in the shutter 40 in the shape of a plate, and displaces the seesaw according to a drive signal supplied from the main CPU 66 to change the inclination of the seesaw. As a result of tilting the seesaw, the seesaw is switched so as to easily pass through the specific region or to pass through the general region.

  The backup clear switch 124 is built in the pachinko gaming machine 10 and has a function of clearing backup data in the event of a power failure or the like in accordance with the operation of the game hall manager.

  The main control circuit 60 is connected to a payout / launch control circuit 126. The payout / launch control circuit 126 is connected to a payout device 128 that pays out game balls, a launch device 130 that fires game balls, and a card unit 150. Specifically, the payout / launch control circuit 126 has a CPU (not shown) for controlling the payout / launch control circuit 126 and a ROM (a program for causing the CPU to execute processing). And a RAM (not shown) which is a work area of the CPU.

  The payout / launch control circuit 126 receives a prize ball control command supplied from the main control circuit 60 and a lending ball control signal supplied from the card unit 150, and transmits a predetermined signal to the payout device 128. Then, the payout device 128 pays out the game ball. Further, the payout / launch control circuit 126 performs a control of launching a game ball by supplying a launch signal to the launch device 130. The payout device 128 is employed as an example of a payout means for paying out game media when the launched (injected) game media passes through a predetermined area. Further, the payout / launch control circuit 126 is employed as an example of a payout control means for performing payout control of the payout means.

  In addition, the launching device 130 is provided with a device for launching a game ball such as the launching motor and the touch sensor described above. When the firing handle 26 is gripped by the player and is turned in the clockwise direction, electric power is supplied to the firing motor according to the turning angle, and the game ball stored in the upper plate 20 is fired. It is sequentially fired on the game board 14 by the motor. Note that such a launching device 130 is employed as an example of a launching unit that launches a game medium in response to a player's operation. Further, the payout / firing control circuit 126 is employed as an example of a firing control unit that controls driving of the firing unit.

  Further, the sub-control circuit 200 is connected to the serial communication IC 72. The sub control circuit 200 controls image display in the liquid crystal display device 32 according to various commands supplied from the main control circuit 60, control related to sound generated from the speaker 46 (46a and 46b in FIG. 1), and hold. Control of the lamps 132 including the lamps 34a to 34d, the normal symbol holding lamp 50, and the decoration lamps 36a and 36b is performed.

  In the present embodiment, the main control circuit 60 is configured not to supply commands to the sub control circuit 200 and to prevent signals from being supplied from the sub control circuit 200 to the main control circuit 60. The present invention is not limited to this, and there is no problem even if it is configured such that a signal can be transmitted from the sub control circuit 200 to the main control circuit 60.

  The sub control circuit 200 as the effect control means is generated from the sub CPU 206 as the variable display control means, the program ROM 208 as the storage means, the work RAM 210, the image control circuit 250 for performing display control in the liquid crystal display device 32, and the speaker 46. It comprises a sound control circuit 230 that performs control related to the sound to be generated, a lamp control circuit 240 that controls the lamp 132 including the hold lamps 34a to 34d and the decoration lamps 36a and 36b. The sub-control circuit 200 executes an effect according to the progress of the game in accordance with a command from the main control circuit 60.

  A program ROM 208, a work RAM 210, and the like are connected to the sub CPU 206. The sub CPU 206 has a function of executing various processes according to the program stored in the program ROM 208. In particular, the sub CPU 206 controls the sub control circuit 200 in accordance with various commands supplied from the main control circuit 60. The sub CPU 206 functions as various means described later.

  The program ROM 208 stores a program for controlling the game effect of the pachinko gaming machine 10 by the sub CPU 206, and also stores various tables such as a table for making a decision regarding the effect. A specific program will be described later.

  The program ROM 208 stores a plurality of types of effect patterns. This effect pattern includes a plurality of types of special effect patterns. As will be described in detail later, the plurality of types of special effect patterns in the present embodiment are special jackpot effect patterns that are executed in a specific game state (big hit game state). In the present embodiment, the special jackpot effect pattern executed in the specific gaming state is the special effect pattern. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and another effect pattern may be the special effect pattern. Further, the program ROM 208 stores points corresponding to the predetermined effect pattern for the predetermined effect pattern among the plurality of types of effect patterns. Furthermore, the program ROM 208 also stores a plurality of types of threshold values. That is, the program ROM 208 in this embodiment corresponds to an example of effect pattern storage means, point storage means, and threshold storage means.

  In the present embodiment, the program ROM 208 is used as a storage means for storing programs, tables, and the like. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and any other storage medium can be used as long as it is a computer-readable storage medium. For example, it may be recorded on a storage medium such as a hard disk device, a CD-ROM, a DVD-ROM, or a ROM cartridge. Of course, the main ROM 68 may be used as the storage means. Further, these programs may not be recorded in advance, but may be downloaded after the power is turned on and recorded in the work RAM 210 or the like. Furthermore, each program may be recorded on a separate storage medium.

  In the present embodiment, the main control circuit 60 including the main CPU 66 and the main ROM 68 and the sub control circuit 200 including the sub CPU 206 and the program ROM 208 are separately configured. However, the configuration is not limited thereto, and the main CPU 66 and the main ROM 68 are not limited thereto. In this case, the program stored in the program ROM 208 may be stored in the main ROM 68 and executed by the main CPU 66. Of course, it may be configured only by the sub control circuit 200 including the sub CPU 206 and the program ROM 208. In this case, the program stored in the main ROM 68 is stored in the program ROM 208 and executed by the sub CPU 206. You may comprise.

  The work RAM 210 has a function of storing various flags and variable values as a temporary storage area of the sub CPU 206. For example, various variables such as an effect display selection random number counter for selecting an effect pattern are positioned.

  In the present embodiment, the work RAM 210 is used as a temporary storage area of the sub CPU 206, but the present invention is not limited thereto, and any readable / writable storage medium may be used.

  The image control circuit 250 as variable display control means and effect execution means is composed of an image data processor (not shown), an image data ROM (not shown) for storing various image data, and the like. In response to an image display command supplied from the sub CPU 206, the image control circuit 250 receives identification information image data indicating identification information, background image data, effect image data, and normal symbol image data indicating a normal symbol from the image data ROM. Various image data are read out and image data to be displayed on the liquid crystal display device 32 is generated. Then, the image control circuit 250 converts the generated image data as an image signal, and supplies the image signal to the liquid crystal display device 32 at a predetermined timing, thereby causing the liquid crystal display device 32 to display an image.

  The audio control circuit 230 includes a sound source IC (not shown) that performs control related to audio, an audio data ROM (not shown) that stores various types of audio data, and the like. The voice control circuit 230 selects one voice data from a plurality of voice data stored in the voice data ROM in accordance with a voice generation command supplied from the sub CPU 206. The audio control circuit 230 reads the selected audio data from the audio data ROM, converts the audio data into a predetermined audio signal, amplifies the audio signal, and generates audio from the speaker 46.

  The lamp control circuit 240 includes a drive circuit (not shown) for supplying a lamp control signal, a decoration data ROM (not shown) in which a plurality of types of lamp decoration patterns and the like are stored. The lamp control circuit 240 performs light emission control of the lamp 132 based on a command supplied from the sub CPU 206.

[Explanation of fluctuation pattern distribution table]
The main ROM 68 in the present embodiment stores a variation pattern distribution table for determining a variation pattern of identification information. This variation pattern distribution table will be described with reference to FIG. Even if the fluctuation pattern distribution table described below is not stored in the main ROM 68, data and programs having such functions may be stored in the main ROM 68. Further, this variation pattern is one of the effect patterns executed in association with the variable display of the identification information.

  As shown in FIG. 3, the fluctuation pattern distribution table is derived and displayed after reaching reach and the distribution ratio of the fluctuation pattern when the derived result is lost without reaching reach. The distribution ratio of the fluctuation pattern when the result is lost and the distribution ratio of the fluctuation pattern when the derived display result is a big hit are set. In addition, although the value for determining the fluctuation pattern of identification information is memorize | stored in the fluctuation pattern distribution table memorize | stored in actual main ROM68, in order to simplify description and to make it easy to understand, In the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 3, a description will be given of a configuration in which the distribution pattern distribution ratio is set.

  The types of fluctuation patterns that can be distributed are normal fluctuation patterns, normal reach loss fluctuation patterns, long reach loss fluctuation patterns, high speed rotation reach loss fluctuation patterns, fluctuation patterns per normal reach, fluctuation patterns per long reach, fluctuation patterns per high speed rotation reach, and full rotation fluctuations. Pattern (hits) is set.

  The normal variation pattern is a normal variation pattern that does not develop to reach, and is a variation pattern that is always lost. The normal reach variation pattern is a variation pattern that develops to reach, and includes a pattern that becomes lost and a pattern that becomes a big hit. The long reach fluctuation pattern is a fluctuation pattern that develops from the reach fluctuation, and there are a pattern that becomes lost and a pattern that becomes a big hit. The high-speed rotation fluctuation pattern is a fluctuation pattern that develops from the reach fluctuation, and includes a pattern that becomes lost and a pattern that becomes a big hit. The total rotation fluctuation pattern is a fluctuation pattern that develops from normal fluctuation, reach fluctuation, and the like, and is a fluctuation pattern that is always a big hit.

  When it is determined that the derived and displayed result is lost without reaching reach, the normal variation pattern is executed with a probability of 100%.

  In addition, after reaching reach, when it is determined that the result that is derived and displayed is lost, the normal reach loss variation pattern is executed with a probability of 70%, and the long reach loss change pattern is executed with a probability of 20%. A high-speed rotation reach / loss variation pattern is executed with a probability of 10%.

  Further, when the result of the identification information derived and displayed is determined as a big hit, the fluctuation pattern per normal reach is executed with a probability of 30%, the fluctuation pattern per long reach is executed with a probability of 35%, and 25% The fluctuation pattern per high-speed rotation reach is executed with a probability of 10%, and the total rotation fluctuation pattern (winning) is executed with a probability of 10%.

  In such a variation pattern distribution table, the variation pattern distribution table when the identification information derivation display result is a big hit is longer than the variation pattern distribution table when the identification information derivation display result is lost. Since the probability of executing a fluctuation pattern such as reach or high-speed rotation reach is set high, a change pattern such as long reach or high-speed rotation reach is executed, giving the player a sense of expectation that will be a big hit It can be held and can improve the interest.

[Explanation of notice production allocation table, etc.]
Further, the program ROM 208 in the present embodiment stores a notice effect distribution table for determining a notice effect pattern to be executed. This notice effect distribution table will be described with reference to FIG. Even if the notice effect distribution table described below is not stored in the program ROM 208, data and programs having such functions may be stored in the program ROM 208. Further, the notice effect distribution table stored in the actual program ROM 208 stores values for determining the notice effect pattern, but in order to simplify the explanation and facilitate understanding, the present implementation In the embodiment, as shown in FIG. 4, a description will be given as a configuration for setting the distribution ratio of the notice effect pattern.

  As shown in FIG. 4, in the notice effect distribution table, whether or not to execute the notice effect based on the notice effect pattern, the type of the notice effect to be executed, and the variation pattern of the identification information are associated with each other. . Further, in the notice effect distribution table, as shown in FIG. 4A, the distribution ratio of the notice effect pattern when the derived display result is lost, and as shown in FIG. The distribution ratio of the notice effect pattern when the displayed result is a big hit is set.

  There are no notice effects, Don-chan (fireworks craftsman) notice effect pattern, Hazuki-chan (fireworks craftsman's parent daughter) notice effect pattern, and Alex (phoenix) notice effect pattern. . This Alex notice effect pattern is a premium notice effect pattern with a relatively low frequency of appearance.

  In addition, the type of the variation pattern of the identification information includes the normal variation pattern, the normal reach loss variation pattern, the long reach loss variation pattern, the high speed rotation reach loss variation pattern, the normal reach variation pattern, the long variation pattern, and the like. A variation pattern per reach, a variation pattern per high-speed rotation reach, and a total rotation variation pattern (per hit) are set.

  Specifically, when the identification information derived and displayed result is determined to be lost, and the variation pattern of the identification information is a normal variation pattern, as shown in FIG. The don-chan notice effect pattern is executed with a probability, the Hazuki-chan notice effect pattern is executed with a probability of 1%, and the notice effect is not executed with a probability of 89%. Note that the Alex notice effect pattern is not executed.

  If the identification information is derived and displayed as a loss, and the variation pattern of the identification information is a normal reach loss pattern, the Don-chan notice effect pattern is executed with a probability of 5%, and 3% The Hazuki-chan notice effect pattern is executed with a probability of 92%, and the notice effect is not executed with a probability of 92%. Note that the Alex notice effect pattern is not executed.

  When the identification information is derived and displayed as a loss, and the variation pattern of the identification information is a long reach loss pattern, the Don-chan notice effect pattern is executed with a probability of 8%, and 5% Hazuki-chan notice effect pattern is executed with a probability of 87%, and the notice effect is not executed with a probability of 87%. Note that the Alex notice effect pattern is not executed.

  When the identification information is derived and displayed as a loss, and the variation pattern of the identification information is a high-speed reach loss pattern, the Don-chan notice effect pattern is executed with a probability of 15%, and 10% The Hazuki-chan notice effect pattern is executed with a probability of 75%, and the notice effect is not executed with a probability of 75%. Note that the Alex notice effect pattern is not executed.

  Further, when the identification information is derived and displayed as a jackpot and the variation pattern of the identification information is a variation pattern per normal reach, as shown in FIG. 4B, with a probability of 10%. The Don-chan notice effect pattern is executed, the Hazuki-chan notice effect pattern is executed with a probability of 6%, the Alex notice effect pattern is executed with a probability of 1%, and the notice effect is not executed with a probability of 83%.

  When the identification information is derived and displayed as a jackpot, if the variation pattern of the identification information is a variation pattern per long reach, the Don-chan notice effect pattern is executed with a probability of 25%. The Hazuki-chan notice effect pattern is executed with a probability of 10%, the Alex notice effect pattern is executed with a probability of 2%, and the notice effect is not executed with a probability of 63%.

  Also, when the identification information is derived and displayed as a jackpot and the variation pattern of the identification information is a variation pattern per high-speed rotation reach, the Don-chan notice effect pattern is executed with a probability of 30%. The Hazuki-chan notice effect pattern is executed with a probability of 25%, the Alex notice effect pattern is executed with a probability of 3%, and the notice effect is not executed with a probability of 42%.

  Also, when the identification information is derived and displayed as a jackpot, if the variation pattern of the identification information is the total rotation variation pattern (winning), the Don-chan notice effect pattern is executed with a probability of 45%. The Hazuki-chan notice effect pattern is executed with a probability of 35%, the Alex notice effect pattern is executed with a probability of 5%, and the notice effect is not executed with a probability of 15%.

  Thus, by using the notice effect distribution table of FIG. 4, the notice effect pattern is determined based on the variation pattern of the identification information. Moreover, in such a notice effect distribution table, the notice effect pattern distribution table in the case where the result of the derivation display of the identification information is a big hit (that is, at the time of the big win) Since the probability that the notice effect pattern is executed is set higher than the notice effect distribution table at the time of losing), the player can have a sense of expectation that will be a big hit by executing the notice effect pattern. Can improve the interest.

[Explanation of variation pattern point determination table]
In this embodiment, the program ROM 208 stores a variation pattern point determination table. This variation pattern point determination table will be described with reference to FIG. Even when the variation pattern point determination table described below is not stored in the program ROM 208, data and programs having such functions may be stored in the program ROM 208.

  In the variation pattern point determination table, variation patterns and points are associated with each other. This point is for determining whether or not a special jackpot effect pattern to be described later is executed. Specifically, this point is added (subtracted) to the total point, and an effect based on the jackpot effect pattern is executed based on the total point. As described above, the types of fluctuation patterns include normal fluctuation patterns, normal reach loss fluctuation patterns, long reach loss fluctuation patterns, high speed rotation reach loss fluctuation patterns, fluctuation patterns per normal reach, fluctuation patterns per long reach, fluctuation patterns per high speed rotation reach. A total rotation fluctuation pattern (per hit) is set. In addition, since the effect pattern executed for each variable display of the identification information is determined based on the variation pattern of the identification information, the program ROM 208 stores points corresponding to the predetermined effect pattern.

  Specifically, “0” is associated with the normal variation pattern as a point. The normal reach loss variation pattern is associated with “−1” as a point. The long reach loss variation pattern is associated with “+3” as a point. “+5” is associated as a point with the high-speed rotation reach loss variation pattern. “−1” is associated with the fluctuation pattern per normal reach as a point. “+3” is associated with the fluctuation pattern per long reach as a point. “+5” is associated with the fluctuation pattern per high-speed rotation reach as a point. “+15” is associated with the total rotation variation pattern (hit) as a point.

  In this way, points corresponding to the variation pattern of the identification information are calculated, and the calculated points are added (subtracted) to the total points. As described above, since a high point is associated with a variation pattern that is likely to be a big hit, such a variation pattern is executed, the total point becomes high, and a specific gaming state is achieved. In the case of transition, an effect based on a special jackpot effect pattern may be executed.

[Description of notice effect point determination table]
In the present embodiment, the program ROM 208 stores a notice effect point determination table. The notice effect point determination table will be described with reference to FIG. Even if the notice effect point determination table described below is not stored in the program ROM 208, data and programs having such functions may be stored in the program ROM 208.

  In the notice effect point determination table, notice effect patterns and points are associated with each other. As described above, no notice effect, Don-chan notice effect pattern, Hazuki-chan notice effect pattern, and Alex notice effect pattern are set as the types of the notice effect patterns. In addition, since the notice effect pattern is included in a plurality of types of effect patterns, the program ROM 208 stores points corresponding to a predetermined effect pattern among the plurality of types of effect patterns.

  Specifically, “+2” is associated with the Don-chan notice effect pattern as a point. “+5” is associated with the Hazuki-chan notice effect pattern as a point. “+25” is associated with the Alex notice effect pattern as a point. Without a notice effect, “0” is associated as a point.

  In this way, the points corresponding to the notice effect pattern are calculated, and the calculated points are added (subtracted) to the total points. As described above, since a high point is associated with a notice effect pattern that is likely to be a big hit, such a notice effect pattern is executed, the total points become high, and the specific game When the state is to be shifted, an effect based on the special jackpot effect pattern may be executed.

[Explanation of change count point determination table]
In the present embodiment, the program ROM 208 stores a variation count point determination table. This variation number point determination table will be described with reference to FIG. Even when the variation number point table described below is not stored in the program ROM 208, data and programs having such functions may be stored in the program ROM 208.

  This variation point determination table is for determining a point to be added (subtracted) based on the number of times that the identification information is variably displayed. In the variation count point determination table, conditions and points relating to the number of times the identification information is variably displayed are associated with each other.

  Specifically, “−5” is associated with the condition that the number of times of variable display of the identification information is every 100 times. Further, “+10” is associated with the condition that the number of times the variable display of the identification information is within 100 times before the transition to the specific game state again after the specific game state ends.

  In this way, points are calculated according to the number of times that the identification information is variably displayed, and the calculated points are added (subtracted) to the total points.

[Explanation of the jackpot performance distribution table]
In the present embodiment, the program ROM 208 stores a big hit effect distribution table. The jackpot effect distribution table will be described with reference to FIG. Even if the jackpot effect distribution table described below is not stored in the program ROM 208, data and programs having such functions may be stored in the program ROM 208.

  The big hit effect distribution table is for determining the type of the big hit effect pattern based on the above-described total points. In the jackpot effect distribution table, the jackpot effect pattern, the threshold value, and the total points at the time of the jackpot are associated.

  Specifically, a numerical value less than “0” is associated with the jackpot effect pattern A (see FIG. 10A) as a total point at the time of the jackpot. Note that a threshold value is not associated with the big hit effect pattern A. The jackpot effect pattern B (see FIG. 10B) is associated with “0” as a predetermined threshold value, and is associated with a numerical value of “0” or more and less than “15” as a total point at the time of jackpot. Yes. The jackpot effect pattern C (see FIG. 10C) is associated with “15” as a predetermined threshold value, and is associated with a numerical value of “15” or more and less than “40” as a total point at the time of the jackpot. Yes. The jackpot effect pattern D (see FIG. 10D) is associated with “40” as a predetermined threshold, and is associated with a numerical value of “40” or more as a total point at the time of a big hit.

  As described above, the program ROM 208 stores a plurality of types of threshold values (predetermined threshold values, for example, “0”, “15”, “40”), which will be described later in detail. ) On the condition that it is determined that the total point when the control to shift to) is equal to or greater than any one of a plurality of threshold values, for example, special jackpot effect patterns (for example, jackpot effect patterns B to D) Any one of them) will be selected. The big hit effect pattern A is a normal big hit pattern (normal big hit effect pattern) unlike special big hit effect patterns such as the big hit effect patterns B to D.

  That is, conventionally, for example, the Don-chan notice effect pattern and the Hazuki-chan notice effect pattern described above are set to be executed relatively frequently, and the value of the effect pattern is not high. On the other hand, the Alex notice effect pattern is a so-called premium notice effect pattern, and the selection rate thereof is relatively lower than the selection rate of other effects, and the effect pattern often cannot be visually recognized. . Executing such an effect pattern does not sufficiently improve the interest.

  Therefore, the total point is calculated based on the point corresponding to the effect pattern to be executed, and the special effect pattern is selected on the condition that the total point is equal to or greater than a predetermined threshold value. The frequency of selecting a special performance pattern can be adjusted by setting a predetermined threshold, so that interest can be improved and the value of the special performance pattern is prevented from being reduced. You can also

  In addition, a plurality of types of thresholds are set as predetermined thresholds, and it is determined which of the plurality of types of thresholds is the total point or more, and a special effect pattern corresponding to the determination result is selected. A wide variety of performances according to the total points can be executed, and the entertainment can be further improved.

  Furthermore, on condition that the total points when the control for shifting the special jackpot effect pattern that is executed in the jackpot game state and stored as the special effect pattern to the jackpot game state is performed is equal to or greater than a predetermined threshold value. Since the selection is made, a wide variety of jackpot performance patterns can be executed, the performance effect in the jackpot gaming state can be increased, and the entertainment can be further improved.

[Description of display screen]
Further, a display screen related to the special symbol game executed by the above-described configuration will be described with reference to FIGS.

[Description of special symbol game]
On the display area 32a of the liquid crystal display device 32, as shown in FIG. 9A, derivation display of identification information (special symbol 92 in the special symbol game) in a plurality of columns is performed. In this case, “Total Point” is displayed as “13” at the bottom of the screen. As a result, the information corresponding to the total point is notified, so that the player can use the information to be notified as a standard for the current general point, for example, a standard until the special performance pattern is executed. Become.

  When the special symbol game is over and the variable information start condition for the identification information is satisfied, the variable display is executed as shown in FIG. 9B. In addition, the variable display of the identification information starts the variable display of the identification information, and the multiple columns of identification information displayed in a variable manner are derived and displayed in a predetermined order. Also, in FIG. 9B, a notice effect in which firework craftsman Don-chan appears is executed. In this case, the total point is changed from “13” to “15”. As described above, since “+2” is associated with the Don-chan notice effect pattern in the notice effect point determination table as described above, “2” is added to “13”, and the total point becomes “ 15 ".

  Then, as shown in FIG. 9C, the first stop column (for example, the left column) and the second stop column (for example, the right column) are stopped and displayed, and the identification information that is stopped and displayed in those columns is predetermined. When it becomes a combination of, it becomes reach. Then, as shown in FIG. 9D, when the high-speed rotation reach is reached, the total point is changed from “15” to “20”. As described above, “5” is added to “15” because “+5” is associated with the high-speed rotation reach in the variation pattern point determination table, regardless of loss or big hit. The total point is “20”.

  As shown in FIG. 9E, the third stop column (for example, the middle column) is stopped and displayed, and the plurality of columns of identification information derived and displayed are displayed in a specific display mode (for example, three identical symbols). The gaming state is shifted to the specific gaming state on the condition that it has become a uniform mode). In this case, for example, as shown in FIG. 9 (E), the number of times that the identification information is variably displayed from the previous specific game state to the current specific game state is within 100 times ( For example, in the case of 68), the total point is changed from “20” to “30”. As described above, since “+10” is associated with the variation count point determination table as described above, “10” is added to “20”, and the total point becomes “30”.

  Here, as shown in FIG. 9B, a case where an effect based on Don-chan's notice effect pattern is executed is given as a specific example, but in addition, as shown in FIG. 9F. In addition, when the production based on the Hazuki-chan notice production pattern in which Hazuki-chan, the daughter of the fireworks craftsman, appears, “5” is added to “13”, and the total point becomes “18”. As shown in FIG. 9 (G), when an effect based on the Alex notice effect pattern in which Alex who is a phoenix appears is executed, “25” is added to “13”, and the total point becomes “38”. Become.

  In addition, as shown in FIG. 9E, when it is determined that the game state is shifted to the specific game state, one of a plurality of types of big hit effect patterns is selected based on the total points at that time, and different big hit effects are selected. An effect based on the effect pattern is executed. Specifically, in the case of shifting to the specific gaming state, when the total point is smaller than “0”, as shown in FIG. 10A, a big hit effect A in which Don-chan runs is executed. In the case of shifting to the specific gaming state, if the total point is not less than “0” and less than “15”, as shown in FIG. 10 (B), the big hit effect B in which Don and Hazuki are running is displayed. Executed. Furthermore, in the case of shifting to a specific game state, if the total points are “15” or more and less than “40”, as shown in FIG. C is executed. When transitioning to a specific gaming state, if the total point is “40” or more, as shown in FIG. 10D, Don-chan and the track and field athletes run, and the coach encourages them from the car. The jackpot effect D is executed.

  As a result, the total point is calculated based on the point corresponding to the effect pattern to be executed, and the special effect pattern is selected on the condition that the total point is equal to or greater than a predetermined threshold. And the frequency of selecting the special performance pattern can be adjusted by setting a predetermined threshold, so that the interest can be improved and the value of the special performance pattern can be reduced. It can also be prevented.

  In addition, a plurality of types of thresholds are set as predetermined thresholds, and it is determined which of the plurality of types of thresholds is the total point or more, and a special effect pattern corresponding to the determination result is selected. A wide variety of performances according to the total points can be executed, and the entertainment can be further improved.

  Furthermore, on condition that the total points when the control for shifting the special jackpot effect pattern that is executed in the jackpot game state and stored as the special effect pattern to the jackpot game state is performed is equal to or greater than a predetermined threshold value. Since the selection is made, a wide variety of jackpot performance patterns can be executed, the performance effect in the jackpot gaming state can be increased, and the entertainment can be further improved.

[Game machine operation]
The processing executed in the pachinko gaming machine 10 is shown in FIGS. 11 to 13 and FIGS. 14 to 18 below. Moreover, the state transition of the special symbol control process (FIG. 13) performed by the pachinko gaming machine 10 will be described with reference to FIG.

[Main processing]
First, as shown in FIG. 11, initial setting processing such as RAM access permission, backup restoration processing, and work area initialization is executed (step S11). Then, as will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. 13, a special symbol control process relating to the progress of the special symbol game and the identification information displayed on the liquid crystal display device 32 is executed (step S15). As described above, in the main process, after the initial setting process in step S11 is completed, the process in step S15 is repeatedly executed.

[System timer interrupt processing]
Further, the main CPU 66 may interrupt the main process and execute the system timer interrupt process even when the main process is being executed. The main CPU 66 executes the following system timer interrupt process in response to a clock pulse generated every predetermined period (for example, 2 milliseconds). This system timer interrupt process will be described with reference to FIG.

  First, as shown in FIG. 12, the main CPU 66 executes a random number update process so as to increase the count values of the big hit determination random number counter, the big hit symbol determination random number counter, etc. by “1” (step S42). And the input detection process which detects the winning or passing of game balls, such as the starting port 44, the ball passage detector 54, and the general winning ports 56a to 56d, is executed (step S43). In this process, the main CPU 66 stores, in a predetermined area of the main RAM 70, data indicating that a game ball is paid out (award a payout ball) on condition that a game ball has been won at various winning ports. Become. A waiting time timer for synchronizing the main control circuit 60 and the sub control circuit 200, a big prize opening time timer for measuring the opening time of the big prize opening 39 that is opened when a big hit occurs, etc. Various timer update processes are executed (step S44). Then, an output process is executed in order to supply a signal for drive control based on various variables to a solenoid, a motor or the like (step S46). If this process ends, the process moves to a step S47.

  In step S47, command output processing is executed. In this process, the main CPU 66 supplies various commands to the sub control circuit 200. Specifically, these various commands include a demo display command, a derived symbol designation command indicating the type of identification information derived and displayed in the left column, middle column, and right column, and a variation indicating a variation display pattern of the identification information. Includes pattern specification commands. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S49.

  In the process of step S49, the main CPU 66 executes a payout process such as transmitting a prize ball control command for causing the payout device 128 to perform a prize ball to the payout / firing control circuit 126. Further, the main CPU 66 supplies the payout / firing control circuit 126 with a prize ball control command for paying out a predetermined number of prize balls as a result of the game balls winning in various winning holes. When this process is finished, this subroutine is finished, the address is returned to the address before the occurrence of the interrupt, and the main process is executed.

[Special symbol control processing]
The subroutine executed in step S15 in FIG. 11 will be described with reference to FIG. In FIG. 13, the numerical values drawn on the sides of step S72 to step S80 indicate the control state flags corresponding to those steps, and one step corresponding to the numerical value according to the numerical value of the control state flag. Will be executed and the special symbol game will proceed.

  First, as shown in FIG. 13, a process for loading a control state flag is executed (step S71). In this process, the main CPU 66 reads the control state flag. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S72.

  In steps S72 to S80, which will be described later, the main CPU 66 determines whether or not to execute various processes in each step based on the value of the control state flag, as will be described later. This control state flag indicates the state of the special symbol game, and enables one of the processes from step S72 to step S80 to be executed. In addition, the main CPU 66 executes processing in each step at a predetermined timing determined according to a waiting time timer or the like set for each step. Before reaching the predetermined timing, the process ends without executing the process in each step, and another subroutine is executed. Of course, the system timer interrupt process is also executed at a predetermined cycle.

  In step S72, a special symbol memory check process is executed. As will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. 15, the main CPU 66 checks the number of holdings when the control state flag is a value (00) indicating a special symbol storage check, and determines the big hit if there is a holding number. The derivation identification information, the variation pattern of the identification information, etc. are determined. Further, the main CPU 66 sets a value (01) indicating special symbol variation time management in the control state flag, and sets the variation time corresponding to the variation pattern determined in the current process in the waiting time timer. That is, it is set so that the process of step S73 is executed after the fluctuation time corresponding to the fluctuation pattern determined this time has elapsed. On the other hand, when there is no pending number, a demonstration screen is displayed. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S73.

  In step S73, a special symbol variation time management process is executed. In this process, the main CPU 66 sets the control state flag to a value (01) indicating special symbol change time management, and when the change time has elapsed, sets the value (02) indicating special symbol display time management to the control state flag. And a waiting time after confirmation (for example, 1 second) is set in the waiting time timer. That is, it is set so that the processing of step S74 is executed after the waiting time after determination has elapsed. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S74.

  In step S74, a special symbol display time management process is executed. In this process, the main CPU 66 determines whether or not it is a big hit when the control state flag is a value (02) indicating special symbol display time management and the waiting time after determination has elapsed. In the case of a big hit, the main CPU 66 sets a value (03) indicating the big hit start interval management in the control state flag, and sets a time (for example, 10 seconds) corresponding to the big hit start interval in the waiting time timer. That is, after the time corresponding to the big hit start interval elapses, the setting of step S75 is performed. Accordingly, in step S74, the main CPU 66 performs control to shift to a specific gaming state (hit game state) advantageous to the player when a predetermined jackpot transition condition is established. In addition, CPU66 which performs step S74 in this embodiment is corresponded to an example of a jackpot game state transfer control means. In addition, the main CPU 66 stores data indicating the big hit start command in a predetermined area of the main RAM 70. The data indicating the big hit start command stored in this way is supplied as a big hit start command from the main CPU 66 of the main control circuit 60 to the sub CPU 206 of the sub control circuit 200 by the process of step S47 in FIG. By executing such processing, the sub control circuit 200 recognizes that the specific gaming state starts. On the other hand, the main CPU 66 sets a value (08) indicating the end of the special symbol game when it is not a big hit. That is, it is set to execute the process of step S80. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S75.

  In step S75, a big hit start interval management process is executed. In this process, the main CPU 66 controls the gaming state (big hit gaming state) to be shifted when the control state flag is a value (03) indicating the big hit start interval management and the time corresponding to the big hit start interval has elapsed. And the variables positioned in the main RAM 70 are updated based on the data read from the main ROM 68 in order to open the special winning opening 39. The main CPU 66 sets a value (04) indicating that the special winning opening is being opened to the control state flag, and sets an open upper limit time (for example, 30 seconds) to the special winning opening open timer. That is, it is set to execute the process of step S77. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S76.

  In step S76, a waiting time management process before reopening the big winning opening is executed. In this process, the main CPU 66 sets the special prize opening number counter to “0” when the control state flag is a value (06) indicating the big prize opening reopening waiting time management and the time corresponding to the interval between rounds has elapsed. Update the memory so that it increases by 1 ″. The main CPU 66 sets a value (04) indicating that the special winning opening is open in the control state flag. The main CPU 66 sets an opening upper limit time (for example, 30 seconds) in the big prize opening time timer. That is, it is set to execute the process of step S77. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S77.

  In step S77, a special winning opening opening process is executed. In this process, when the control status flag is a value (04) indicating that the big prize opening is being opened, the main CPU 66 has passed the condition that the big prize opening prize counter is “10” or more, and the opening upper limit time ( It is determined whether or not any of the conditions that the big prize opening time timer is “0” is satisfied. The main CPU 66 updates a variable positioned in the main RAM 70 in order to close the special winning opening 39 when any of the conditions is satisfied. The main CPU 66 sets a value (05) indicating monitoring of the winning ball remaining ball in the control state flag. The main CPU 66 sets the special ball remaining ball monitoring time (for example, 1 second) in the waiting time timer. That is, it is set so that the process of step S78 is executed after the winning ball residual ball monitoring time has elapsed. Note that the main CPU 66 does not execute the above-described processing when none of the conditions is satisfied. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S78.

  In step S78, a special winning opening residual ball monitoring process is executed. In this process, the main CPU 66 has a value (05) indicating that the control state flag indicates the supervised ball residual ball monitoring, and the game ball is placed in a specific area in the special payout port 39 when the supervised mouth residual ball monitoring time has elapsed. The winning prize opening number counter is a predetermined value (in this embodiment, “8” in the middle hit gaming state, “15” in the big hit gaming state) or more (this is the final round). It is determined whether or not any of the above conditions is satisfied. When any of the conditions is satisfied, the main CPU 66 sets a value (07) indicating the jackpot end interval in the control state flag, and sets a time corresponding to the jackpot end interval in the waiting time timer. In other words, after the time corresponding to the big hit end interval has elapsed, the setting of step S79 is executed. Therefore, the main CPU 66 performs control to end the specific gaming state (big hit gaming state). The main CPU 66 executing step S78 in this embodiment corresponds to an example of a big hit gaming state end control means. In addition, the main CPU 66 stores data indicating the big hit end command in a predetermined area of the main RAM 70. The data indicating the big hit end command stored in this way is supplied as a big hit end command from the main CPU 66 of the main control circuit 60 to the sub CPU 206 of the sub control circuit 200 by the process of step S47 of FIG. By executing such processing, the sub-control circuit 200 recognizes that the specific gaming state is ended. On the other hand, when neither of the conditions is satisfied, the main CPU 66 sets a value (06) indicating management of the special winning opening reopening waiting time in the control state flag. Further, the main CPU 66 sets a time corresponding to the interval between rounds in the waiting time timer. In other words, after the time corresponding to the interval between rounds has elapsed, the setting of step S76 is executed. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S79.

  In step S79, a big hit end interval process is executed. In this process, the main CPU 66 sets the value (08) indicating the end of the special symbol game to the control state when the control state flag is a value (07) indicating the jackpot end interval and the time corresponding to the jackpot end interval has elapsed. Set to flag. That is, it is set to execute the process of step S80. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S80.

  In step S80, a special symbol game end process is executed. In this processing, when the control state flag is a value (08) indicating the end of the special symbol game, the main CPU 66 stores and updates the data indicating the number of holdings so as to decrease by “1”. The main CPU 66 updates the special symbol storage area in order to perform the next fluctuation display. The main CPU 66 sets a value (00) indicating a special symbol storage check. That is, it is set to execute the process of step S72. When this process is finished, this subroutine is finished.

  As described above, the special symbol game is executed by setting the control state flag. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 14, the main CPU 66 sets the control status flag to “00”, “01”, “02”, when the big hit determination result is lost in the case of not being in the specific gaming state. By setting “08” in order, the processing of step S72, step S73, step S74, and step S80 shown in FIG. 13 is executed at a predetermined timing. In addition, when the main CPU 66 is not in the specific gaming state and the result of the big hit determination is winning, the main CPU 66 sets the control state flag in order of “00”, “01”, “02”, “03”, The processing of step S72, step S73, step S74, and step S75 shown in FIG. 13 is executed at a predetermined timing, and control to the specific gaming state is executed. Furthermore, when the control to the specific gaming state is executed, the main CPU 66 sets the control state flag in order of “04”, “05”, “06”, thereby performing step S77 shown in FIG. The processing of step S78 and step S76 is executed at a predetermined timing, and the specific game is executed. When the specific game is being executed and the end condition (specific game end condition) for the specific game state is satisfied, “04”, “05”, “07”, and “08” are set in this order. Thus, the processing from step S77 to step S80 shown in FIG. 13 is executed at a predetermined timing, and the specific gaming state is ended. Note that the specific game end condition is that the game ball has not passed through the specific area (so-called “puncture”) or the maximum number of rounds has ended before the predetermined time has elapsed. The specific gaming state will be terminated.

[Special symbol memory check processing]
The subroutine executed in step S72 in FIG. 13 will be described with reference to FIG.

  First, as shown in FIG. 15, it is determined whether or not the control state flag is a value (00) indicating a special symbol storage check (step S101), and the control state flag is a value indicating a special symbol storage check. If it is determined that there is, the process proceeds to step S102. If it is not determined that the control state flag is a value indicating a special symbol storage check, this subroutine is terminated. In step S102, it is determined whether or not the reserved number is “0”. If it is determined that the data indicating the reserved number is “0”, the process proceeds to step S103, and the reserved number is stored. If it is not determined that the data indicating “0” is “0”, the process proceeds to step S104.

  In step S103, a demonstration display process is executed. In this process, the main CPU 66 stores a variable for supplying a demonstration display command to the sub control circuit 200 in the main RAM 70 in order to perform a demonstration display. As a result, the display of the demonstration screen is executed in the sub-control circuit 200. When this process is finished, this subroutine is finished.

  In step S104, a process of setting a value (01) indicating special symbol variation time management as a control state flag is executed. In this process, the main CPU 66 stores a value indicating special symbol variation time management in the control state flag. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S105.

  In step S105, a jackpot determination process is executed. In this process, the main CPU 66 refers to the jackpot determination random number extracted at the time of starting winning and the jackpot determination table stored in a predetermined area of the main ROM 68. That is, the main CPU 66 determines whether or not to enter a specific gaming state that is advantageous to the player. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S106.

  In step S106, it is determined whether or not it is a big hit. In this process, the main CPU 66 determines whether or not the jackpot determination is won based on the result of the reference in step S105. If the main CPU 66 determines that the big hit determination has been won, the main CPU 66 proceeds to step S107. If the main CPU 66 does not determine that the big hit determination has been won, the main CPU 66 proceeds to step S108.

  In step S107, a jackpot symbol determination process is executed. In this process, the main CPU 66 extracts the jackpot symbol random value extracted at the time of starting winning, and determines identification information corresponding to the left column, the middle column, and the right column based on the jackpot symbol random value, Data indicating the identification information is stored in a predetermined area of the main RAM 70. The data indicating the identification information corresponding to the left column, the middle column, and the right column stored in this manner is derived from the main CPU 66 of the main control circuit 60 to the sub CPU 206 of the sub control circuit 200 by the process of step S47 in FIG. Supplied as a symbol designating command. By executing such processing, the result of variable display of the identification information is determined. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S109.

  In step S108, a missing symbol determination process is executed. In this process, the main CPU 66 extracts a random symbol value for determining an out symbol from the random symbol counter for determining an out symbol, and determines identification information corresponding to the left column, the middle column, and the right column based on the random symbol value for determining the out symbol. Then, data indicating the identification information is stored in a predetermined area of the main RAM 70. The data indicating the identification information corresponding to the left column, the middle column, and the right column stored in this manner is derived from the main CPU 66 of the main control circuit 60 to the sub CPU 206 of the sub control circuit 200 by the process of step S47 in FIG. Supplied as a symbol designating command. By executing such processing, the result of variable display of the identification information is determined.

  When the left column and the right column have the same identification information, and the left column and the middle column have the same identification information, the main CPU 66 sets the middle column identification information as a predetermined number of frames (for example, (3 frames) is determined to be corrected, and control is performed so as not to be a big hit. That is, by this step, the result of variable display of identification information is determined before the result of variable display of identification information is derived and displayed. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S109.

  In step S109, a variation pattern determination process is executed. In this process, the main CPU 66 extracts a rendering condition selection random value. The main CPU 66 determines a variation pattern distribution table (determining a variation pattern based on the determination result in step S105 and the identification information in the left column, the middle column, and the right column determined in steps S107 and S108). (See FIG. 3). The main CPU 66 determines a variation pattern based on the rendering condition selection random number extracted from the rendering condition selection random number counter and the selected variation pattern distribution table, and stores the variation pattern in a predetermined area of the main RAM 70. The data indicating the variation pattern stored in this way is supplied as a variation pattern designation command from the main CPU 66 of the main control circuit 60 to the sub CPU 206 of the sub control circuit 200 by the process of step S47 of FIG. The sub CPU 206 of the sub control circuit 200 executes an effect according to the received variation pattern designation command. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S110.

  In step S110, a process of setting a variation time corresponding to the determined variation pattern in the waiting time timer is executed. In this process, the main CPU 66 calculates the fluctuation effect time based on the fluctuation pattern determined by the process of step S109 and the fluctuation effect time table indicating the fluctuation effect time of the fluctuation pattern, and the fluctuation effect time. Is stored in the waiting time timer. Then, a process of clearing the storage area used for the current variation display is executed (step S111). When this process is finished, this subroutine is finished.

[Command reception processing]
On the other hand, the sub control circuit 200 executes command reception processing shown in FIG. 16 at the timing of command reception from the main control circuit 60.

  First, as shown in FIG. 16, it is determined whether or not a variation pattern designation command has been received (step S321). In this process, if the sub CPU 206 determines that a variation pattern designation command has been received from the main control circuit 60, it moves to step S322, and if it determines that a command other than the variation pattern designation command has been received. Then, the process proceeds to step S331.

  If it is determined in step S321 that a variation pattern designation command has been received, a process for setting data corresponding to the received variation pattern designation command is executed (step S322). In this process, the sub CPU 206 sets the data indicating the variation pattern in the work RAM 210 in order to read and execute the received variation pattern designation command from the work RAM 210. Then, the sub CPU 206 determines an effect pattern based on data indicating such a variation pattern. That is, the sub CPU 206 that executes step S322 selects one or more of the plurality of types of effect patterns according to the progress of the game. The sub CPU 206 that executes step S322 in the present embodiment corresponds to an example of an effect pattern selection unit. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S323.

  In step S323, the sub CPU 206 refers to the variation pattern point determination table (FIG. 5), calculates points corresponding to the variation pattern to be executed, and adds (subtracts) the total points. That is, when a predetermined effect pattern is selected, the sub CPU 206 that executes Step S323 calculates a total point based on the points corresponding to the effect pattern. The sub CPU 206 that executes step S323 in the present embodiment corresponds to an example of a total point calculation unit. Then, the sub CPU 206 increments the variation counter located in the work RAM 210 by “1” (step S324). Then, it is determined whether or not the value of the variation counter is “100” (step S325). In this process, when the sub CPU 206 determines that the value of the variation counter is “100”, the sub CPU 206 subtracts “5” from the total point, stores “0” in the variation counter, and stores “0” in the reset counter. 1 ″ is added (step S326), and the process proceeds to step S327. As a result, step S326 is executed every time the variable display of the identification information is performed 100 times. Therefore, each time the sub CPU 206 subtracts “5” from the total point, the variable number counter is initialized. The reset counter is counted up. That is, the sub CPU 206 that executes steps S325 and S326 calculates the total points according to the number of times that the identification information is variably displayed. In other words, the number of times that the identification information is variably displayed reaches a predetermined number. The total points will be calculated on the condition. On the other hand, if the sub CPU 206 determines that the value of the variation counter is not “100”, the process proceeds to step S327 without executing step S326.

  In step S327, a notice determination process is executed. Although details will be described later with reference to FIG. 18, in this process, the sub CPU 206 selects one or more notice effect patterns to be executed (including no notice effect) to be executed, and corresponds to the selected one or more notice effect patterns. The points to be added are added (subtracted) to the total points. When this process is finished, this subroutine is finished.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in step S321 that a command other than the variation pattern designation command has been received, it is determined whether a derived symbol designation command has been received (step S331). In this process, if the sub CPU 206 determines that a derived symbol designation command indicating the type of identification information to be stopped is received, the sub CPU 206 executes a process of setting stop symbol data corresponding to the received command (step S332). In this process, the sub CPU 206 sets data indicating stop identification information in the work RAM 210 in accordance with the derived symbol designation command. Since the sub CPU 206 performs initialization after the stop display of the identification information is performed, when the derived symbol designation command is not received, the data indicating the stop identification information is empty data. When this process is finished, this subroutine is finished. On the other hand, if the sub CPU 206 determines that the received command is not a derived symbol designation command, it moves the process to step S341 (FIG. 17).

  On the other hand, if it is determined in step S331 that the received command is not a derived symbol designation command, the sub CPU 206 determines whether or not a jackpot start command has been received as shown in FIG. S341). In this process, if the sub CPU 206 determines that the jackpot start command has been received, it moves the process to step S342. On the other hand, if the sub CPU 206 does not determine that the jackpot start command has been received, it moves the process to step S351.

  In step S342, the sub CPU 206 reads a reset counter positioned in the work RAM 210 and determines whether or not the reset counter is “0”. If the sub CPU 206 determines that the reset counter is “0”, that is, that the variable display of the identification information is within 100 times, “10” is added to the total point, and the process proceeds to step S344. That is, the sub CPU 206 that executes steps S342 and 343 calculates the total points according to the number of times the identification information is variably displayed. In other words, after the specific gaming state ends, the sub CPU 206 shifts to the specific gaming state again. Comprehensive points are calculated on the condition that the number of times of variable display of the identification information carried out until it is made is within a predetermined number of times. On the other hand, if the sub CPU 206 determines that the reset counter is not “0”, it moves to step S344 without executing step S343.

  In step S344, the sub CPU 206 reads the total points from a predetermined area of the work RAM 210, and refers to the big hit effect distribution table (FIG. 8). The sub CPU 206 compares the read total point with the threshold value in the jackpot effect distribution table, and determines which threshold value (predetermined threshold value) or more of the plurality of types of threshold value has been reached. . Then, the sub CPU 206 selects one of a plurality of types of special effect patterns in accordance with the determination result of which threshold value the total points have reached or more, and sets the jackpot effect data indicating the jackpot effect pattern to a predetermined value in the work RAM 210. The area is set (step S345). That is, the sub CPU 206 that executes steps S344 and 345 selects one or more of the plurality of types of effect patterns according to the progress of the game. In other words, the sub CPU 206 executing steps S344 and 345 selects a special jackpot effect pattern on the condition that the total points when the control to shift to the jackpot gaming state is performed is equal to or greater than a predetermined threshold value. Become. The sub CPU 206 that executes step S344 in the present embodiment corresponds to an example of a threshold determination unit, and the sub CPU 206 that executes steps S344 and 345 in the present embodiment is an effect pattern selection unit and a special effect pattern selection unit. It corresponds to an example. Then, the sub CPU 206 initializes the total point and the reset counter by setting “0” to the total point and “0” to the reset counter (step S346), and ends this subroutine.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in step S341 that the received command is not a big hit start command, the sub CPU 206 determines whether or not a big hit end command has been received as shown in FIG. 17 (step S351). ). In this process, if the sub CPU 206 determines that the jackpot end command has been received, the sub CPU 206 determines a total point initial value and sets it as a total point in a predetermined area of the work RAM 210 (step S352). That is, the sub CPU 206 that executes step S352 sets the determined initial point as a total point on condition that control for ending the specific gaming state (big hit gaming state) is performed. By controlling in this way, the determined initial point is set as a total point on condition that the big hit gaming state ends, so for example, the total point may change every time the big hit gaming state ends The frequency with which the special jackpot effect pattern is selected can be diversified, and the interest can be further improved. The sub CPU 206 that executes step S352 in the present embodiment corresponds to an example of an initial point determination unit and an initial point setting unit. When this process is finished, this subroutine is finished. On the other hand, if the sub CPU 206 does not determine that the jackpot start command has been received, it moves the process to step S361. In the present embodiment, the initial point is determined at the end of the specific gaming state. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the initial point may be determined at another timing. The initial point at every predetermined time at the start of the specific gaming state, at the end of the previous specific gaming state, every time the identification information variation pattern reaches the predetermined number of times, every time the identification information variation pattern reaches the predetermined number of times. May be determined.

  When it is determined that the received command is not a jackpot end command by the process of step S351, a process of setting data corresponding to the received command is executed (step S361). The sub CPU 206 sets data corresponding to other commands in the work RAM 210. When this process is finished, this subroutine is finished. As other commands, there are various commands such as a normal symbol variation command.

[Preliminary decision processing]
The subroutine executed in step S327 in FIG. 16 will be described with reference to FIG.

  First, as shown in FIG. 18, the sub CPU 206 extracts a notice effect determination random number from the notice effect determination random number counter positioned in the work RAM 210 (step S371). Then, the sub CPU 206 refers to the notice effect distribution table (FIG. 4) and, based on the received variation pattern designation command, the notice effect pattern (including the pattern without notice) corresponding to the random number value for determining the notice effect. The data indicating the notice effect pattern is set in a predetermined area of the work RAM 210 (step S372). That is, the sub CPU 206 that executes steps S371 and 372 selects one or more of the plurality of types of effect patterns according to the progress of the game. Note that the sub CPU 206 that executes steps S371 and 372 in the present embodiment corresponds to an example of an effect pattern selection unit.

  Then, the sub CPU 206 refers to the notice effect point determination table (FIG. 6), and adds (subtracts) the point corresponding to the decided notice effect pattern to the total point (step S373). That is, when a predetermined effect pattern is selected, the sub CPU 206 that executes Step S373 calculates a total point based on points corresponding to the effect pattern. Note that the sub CPU 206 that executes step S373 in this embodiment corresponds to an example of a total point calculation unit. When this process is finished, this subroutine is finished.

  In addition to such command reception processing, processing described below is executed at a predetermined timing.

  Based on the derived symbol designation command, the variation pattern designation command, etc., the sub CPU 206 identifies identification information images corresponding to the left column, the middle column, and the right column in the display area 32a of the liquid crystal display device 32 (identification used in the special symbol game). Data for deriving and displaying the information image) and data for displaying the effect pattern are supplied to the image control circuit 250. Further, the sub CPU 206 reads out the total points and supplies data indicating the total points to the image control circuit 250.

  Based on the data from the sub-CPU 206, the image control circuit 250 is a variety of image data such as special symbol image data indicating identification information, background image data, effect image data, normal symbol image data, and image data indicating general points. Are read out from the image data ROM, superimposed, and displayed on the display area 32 a of the liquid crystal display device 32. As a result, the sub CPU 206 and the image control circuit 250 control the variable display of the identification information on the liquid crystal display device 32. In addition, the sub CPU 206, the image control circuit 250, and the liquid crystal display device 32 execute an effect based on the selected effect pattern and notify information corresponding to the total point (see FIG. 9).

  By controlling in this way, the information corresponding to the total points is notified, so that the player can use the information to be notified as an indication of the current total points, for example, a special effect pattern is executed. It will be a guide until

  In particular, when the sub CPU 206, the image control circuit 250, and the liquid crystal display device 32 are controlled to shift to a specific gaming state (big hit gaming state), the sub CPU 206, the image control circuit 250, and the liquid crystal display device 32 are controlled to shift to the specific gaming state (big hit gaming state). The special jackpot effect pattern is executed on the condition that the total points at the time of being played exceed a predetermined threshold (see FIG. 10).

  By controlling in this way, based on the point corresponding to the effect pattern to be executed, the total point is calculated, and the special effect pattern is selected on the condition that the total point is equal to or greater than a predetermined threshold. The frequency of selecting a special performance pattern can be increased and the frequency of selection of a special performance pattern can be adjusted by setting a predetermined threshold value, so that the interest can be improved and the value of the special performance pattern can be improved. Can also be prevented.

  In addition, a plurality of types of thresholds are set as predetermined thresholds, and it is determined which of the plurality of types of thresholds is the total point or more, and a special effect pattern corresponding to the determination result is selected. A wide variety of performances according to the total points can be executed, and the entertainment can be further improved.

  Furthermore, on condition that the total points when the control for shifting the special jackpot effect pattern that is executed in the jackpot game state and stored as the special effect pattern to the jackpot game state is performed is equal to or greater than a predetermined threshold value. Since the selection is made, a wide variety of jackpot performance patterns can be executed, the performance effect in the jackpot gaming state can be increased, and the entertainment can be further improved.

[Other Embodiments]
In the present embodiment, the liquid crystal display device 32 that displays the effect image is adopted as the effect execution means. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the effect is generated by generating the effect sound. May be. Further, for example, an effect may be executed by light emission from a lamp. Furthermore, in the present embodiment, the total point notification means is configured to notify the information corresponding to the total point by displaying an image. The comprehensive point notifying means may be configured to notify information corresponding to the point.

  Moreover, in this embodiment, although it comprised so that various effects could be determined based on the fluctuation pattern of identification information, if it is comprised so that not only this but an effect pattern may be determined according to progress of a game. For example, you may comprise so that various effects may be determined according to a game state.

  Furthermore, in the present embodiment, the target of addition (subtraction) of the total points is the variation pattern of the identification information, the display of the notice effect, the number of times of the variable display of the identification information, etc. The result of variable display of the identification information (specifically, “1”-“2”-“3”, etc.) may be used. Further, for example, not only the display of the notice effect, but also the generation of the notice effect sound, the light emission of the notice effect lamp, and the like may be used. Of course, the total point addition (subtraction) target may be only one kind of the various aspects described above, or any combination of the various aspects described above.

  Furthermore, although the Alex notice effect pattern is set as the premium notice effect, when the control to shift to the specific gaming state is performed after the premium notice effect is executed, the jackpot effect corresponding to the premium notice effect is performed. For example, it is preferable that the jackpot effect relating to Alex who is a phoenix is executed according to the total points.

  Furthermore, in the present embodiment, the special effect pattern is selected on the condition that the total point is determined to be equal to or greater than the predetermined threshold. The condition may be that it is determined to be equal to or less than the predetermined threshold value or less than the predetermined threshold value. Moreover, even if it does not memorize | store multiple types of threshold value, the structure equivalent to memorize | stores multiple types of threshold value may be sufficient, for example, a 1st threshold value is memorize | stored, A value greater than “15” may be set as the second threshold value, and a value “40” greater than the first threshold value may be set as the third threshold value. Furthermore, although it comprised so that it might approach a predetermined threshold value according to adding a total point, it may not be limited to this, and it may be configured so as to approach a predetermined threshold value when subtracting a total point. Good. Furthermore, in the present embodiment, a plurality of types of thresholds are set, it is determined which of the plurality of types of thresholds is the total point, and a special effect pattern corresponding to the determination result is selected. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, one threshold value is set, and one of a plurality of types of special effect patterns is selected on the condition that the total point is equal to or higher than the threshold value. May be. Of course, the special effect pattern may be one type.

  Furthermore, in the present embodiment, the big hit effect pattern is configured to be selected according to the total point, but is not limited thereto, for example, a variation pattern of special identification information is selected according to the total point, It may be configured to select a special notice effect pattern in which a special notice character appears or to select a special customer demonstration effect pattern.

  Furthermore, in the present embodiment, it is configured that the determined initial point is set as the total point on condition that control for ending the specific gaming state is performed, but not limited thereto, the initial point is set. Instead, the total point may be a predetermined point (specifically, “0” or the like). Furthermore, in this embodiment, although it comprised so that a comprehensive point might be alert | reported, you may comprise so that not only this but a comprehensive point may be alert | reported.

  In the present embodiment, a plurality of control circuits including a main control circuit 60 as a game control means and a sub control circuit 200 as an effect control means are provided. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, as shown in FIG. 19, the sub-control circuit 200 and the main control circuit 60 may be configured on one board. That is, the game control means and the effect control means may be configured integrally. Of course, the payout / firing control circuit 126 may be integrated with the main control circuit 60 and the sub-control circuit 200.

  In the above-described embodiment, the first type pachinko gaming machine has been described as an example. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the second type pachinko gaming machine called “Hanemono” or “Hikoki” is called “right”. It may be a seed pachinko gaming machine or another mode.

  In the above-described embodiment, the display device such as the liquid crystal display device 32 is provided as the variable display means. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and a cylindrical drum may be configured as the variable display means. In addition, when the cylindrical drum is configured as the variable display means as described above, it is configured to include a display device on the front surface (outer periphery) or the back surface (inner periphery), or the drums are stacked twice. You may comprise as follows.

  In the above-described embodiment, the present invention is applied to a gaming machine itself such as a pachinko gaming machine, but the present invention is also applicable to a simulation program for causing a computer to execute various processes. This simulation program is a program for causing a computer to function as various means in the above-described embodiment.

[Simulation Program Embodiment]
A simulation program simulating a pachinko game will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 20 is a schematic diagram showing a computer that executes the simulation program.

  As shown in FIG. 20, the computer 300A includes a computer main body 302, a display device 304 that displays an image in a display area 304a, and a keyboard 306 as an operation unit. A display device 304 and a keyboard 306 are electrically connected to the computer main body 302. In the present embodiment, the keyboard 306 is configured as the operation unit. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and may be other modes as long as it can be operated, for example, a mouse, a controller, or the like.

  The computer main body 302 includes a control circuit (not shown). This control circuit includes a control unit (not shown) including a CPU, a storage unit (not shown) for storing various data, programs, and the like, a CD-ROM, a DVD-ROM, a ROM cartridge, etc., and a computer 300A. And a drive device (not shown) for reading data from a removable storage medium. Further, the control circuit includes an interface circuit (not shown) for controlling external devices such as the display device 304 and the keyboard 306.

  In this embodiment, a personal computer is used as the computer. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and may be in another mode. For example, a mobile phone, a PDA (Personal Digital Assistant), etc. It may be a portable terminal device.

  In this embodiment, a simulation program is stored in a storage medium such as a CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, or ROM cartridge, and the control unit executes various processes according to the simulation program.

  In addition, a storage medium such as a CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, or ROM cartridge includes a plurality of types of effect patterns, a plurality of types of special effect patterns (including special jackpot effect patterns executed in a specific gaming state), predetermined effects. A point corresponding to the pattern, a plurality of types of threshold values, and the like are stored. Such a storage medium corresponds to an effect pattern storage unit, a point storage unit, and a threshold storage unit.

  In the present embodiment, a simulation program simulating a pachinko game in the above-described embodiment will be described. Specifically, this simulation program is for causing a computer to execute the following processing (steps).

  (A1) An effect pattern selection process in which any one or more effect patterns are selected according to the progress of the game.

  (A2) An effect execution process for executing an effect based on the effect pattern selected in the effect pattern selection process.

  (A3) When a predetermined effect pattern is selected in the effect pattern selection process, a total point calculation process for calculating a total point based on points corresponding to the effect pattern stored in a predetermined point storage area .

  (A4) A threshold determination process for determining whether or not the total point calculated in the total point calculation process is equal to or greater than a predetermined threshold.

  (A5) Special effect pattern selection process for selecting a special effect pattern on the condition that, in the effect pattern selection process, it is determined in the threshold value determination process that the total point is equal to or greater than the predetermined threshold value.

  (A6) In the threshold value determination process, a process of determining which threshold value of the plurality of types of threshold values is greater than or equal to the threshold value.

  (A7) In the special effect pattern selection process, a process of selecting one of a plurality of types of special effect patterns according to the determination result in the threshold value determination process.

  (A8) A jackpot gaming state transition control process for performing control to shift to a jackpot gaming state advantageous to the player when a predetermined jackpot transition condition is established.

  (A9) In the effect pattern selection process, the special jackpot is provided on the condition that a total point when the control to shift to the jackpot gaming state is performed in the jackpot gaming state transition control process is equal to or greater than the predetermined threshold value. Processing to select a production pattern.

  (A10) A jackpot gaming state end control process for performing control to end the jackpot gaming state.

  (A11) An initial point determination process for determining an initial point.

  (A12) An initial point setting process in which the initial point determined in the initial point determination process is set as the total point on condition that control for ending the jackpot gaming state is performed in the jackpot gaming state end control process.

  (A13) A comprehensive point notification process for reporting information corresponding to the comprehensive point.

  As described above, by causing the computer 300A to execute the processes (A1) to (A5), the total points are calculated based on the points corresponding to the effect pattern to be executed, and the total points are equal to or greater than a predetermined threshold value. Since the special effect pattern is selected on the condition that the special effect pattern is selected, the frequency of selecting the special effect pattern can be increased and the frequency of selecting the special effect pattern can be adjusted by setting a predetermined threshold. Can be improved, and the value of the special performance pattern can be prevented from being reduced.

  In addition to (A1) to (A5), by causing the computer 300A to execute the processes (A6) and (A7), a plurality of types of thresholds are set as predetermined thresholds, and there are a plurality of types of total points. It is determined which of the thresholds is greater than the threshold value, and a special effect pattern corresponding to the determination result is selected, so that a wide variety of effects according to the total points can be executed, and further enhancement of interest Can be achieved.

  In addition to (A1) to (A5), by causing the computer 300A to execute the processes (A8) and (A9), the special jackpot effect pattern that is executed in the jackpot game state and stored as a special effect pattern. Are selected on the condition that the total points when the control to shift to the big hit gaming state is equal to or greater than a predetermined threshold, a variety of big hit presentation patterns can be executed, and the effect in the big hit gaming state can be achieved. It can be increased, and the interest can be further improved.

  In addition to (A1) to (A9), by making the computer 300A execute the processing of (A10) to (A12), the determined initial points are set as the total points on condition that the big hit gaming state is ended. For example, the total points may change each time the jackpot gaming state ends, the frequency with which the special jackpot effect pattern is selected can be diversified, and further enhancement of interest Can do.

  In addition to (A1) to (A5), the computer 300A performs information processing corresponding to the total points by causing the computer 300A to execute the processing of (A13). For example, this is a guideline until the special performance pattern is executed.

  In this embodiment, the control unit is configured to function as various means according to a simulation program stored in a storage medium that can be inserted into and removed from the computer 300A, such as a CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, or ROM cartridge. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the program is installed in the storage unit built in the computer 300A from the storage medium described above, and the above-described implementation is performed according to the simulation program stored in the storage unit built in the computer 300A. You may comprise so that a control part may function as various means in a form.

  In the above-described embodiment, the computer 300A is configured to execute various types of processing. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the processing is performed separately from other computers (for example, game servers). You may comprise so that it may be divided and performed.

  A simulation program executed using another computer will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 21 is a schematic diagram showing a game system that executes a simulation program.

  As shown in FIG. 21, a network 300 is connected to computers 300A, 300B,... And a game server 400, which is another computer. That is, these computers 300A, 300B,... Are communicably connected to the game server 400. The game server 400 includes a control unit (not shown) and a storage unit (not shown) that stores a program, and the control unit executes various processes according to the program stored in the storage unit. To do.

  In this case, the processing specifically described in the above-described embodiment may be configured to be separately executed by the computers 300A, 300B,... And the game server 400.

  If an example of the simulation program imitating the pachinko game in this embodiment is given, the simulation program for executing the processes (A8) and (A10) described above is stored in the storage unit of the game server 400, and from the above (A1) A simulation program for executing the processes of (A7), (A9), (A11) to (A13) is stored in the storage unit of the computers 300A, 300B,. Thereby, the control unit of the game server 400 executes the processes (A8), (A10), and the control units of the computers 300A, 300B,..., (A1) to (A7), (A9), (A11). To (A13) are executed.

  In the present embodiment, each of the computers 300A, 300B,... And the game server 400 is configured to execute various processes included in the simulation program. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and various types of processes are included. A simulation program for executing the process is stored in the game server 400, and the simulation program is transferred from the game server 400 to the computers 300A, 300B,... In response to a download request supplied from the computers 300A, 300B,. By downloading, the computer 300A, 300B,... May be configured to execute a simulation program.

  As mentioned above, although the Example of this invention was described, it has only illustrated the specific example and does not specifically limit this invention. In other words, the present invention mainly plays at least one of the effect pattern storage means storing a plurality of kinds of effect patterns and the plurality of kinds of effect patterns stored in the effect pattern storage means. A game machine comprising: an effect pattern selecting means to be selected according to the effect pattern; and an effect executing means for executing an effect based on the effect pattern selected by the effect pattern selecting means, which is stored in the effect pattern storage means. Among the plurality of types of effect patterns, a point storage unit that stores points corresponding to the predetermined effect pattern, and the predetermined effect pattern is selected by the effect pattern selection unit. If it is, the total poy that calculates the total points based on the points corresponding to the production pattern Determining whether or not the total point calculated by the total point calculation unit is equal to or greater than the predetermined threshold stored in the threshold storage unit. Special effect pattern selecting means for selecting a special effect pattern on the condition that the threshold value determining means determines that the total point is equal to or greater than the predetermined threshold value. The effect pattern storage means, the effect pattern selection means, the effect execution means, the point storage means, the total point calculation means, the threshold value storage means, the threshold value determination means, the special effect pattern selection means, the jackpot Gaming state transition control means, jackpot gaming state end control means, initial point determination means, initial point setting means, Specific configuration of such coupling point notifying means may be suitably designed or modified.

  The effects described in the embodiments of the present invention are merely a list of the most preferable effects resulting from the present invention, and the effects of the present invention are limited to those described in the embodiments of the present invention. is not.

It is a front view which shows the general view in the pachinko game machine of one Embodiment of this invention. It is a block diagram which shows the main control circuit and sub control circuit which are comprised in the pachinko game machine of one Embodiment of this invention. It is explanatory drawing which shows the fluctuation pattern distribution table in the pachinko game machine of one Embodiment of this invention. It is explanatory drawing which shows the notice effect distribution table in the pachinko game machine of one Embodiment of this invention. It is explanatory drawing which shows the fluctuation pattern point determination table in the pachinko game machine of one Embodiment of this invention. It is explanatory drawing which shows the notification effect point determination table in the pachinko game machine of one Embodiment of this invention. It is explanatory drawing which shows the frequency | count count determination table of the fluctuation | variation in the pachinko game machine of one Embodiment of this invention. It is explanatory drawing which shows the big hit effect distribution table in the pachinko game machine of one Embodiment of this invention. It is explanatory drawing which shows the display screen displayed in the pachinko game machine of one Embodiment of this invention. It is explanatory drawing which shows the display screen displayed in the pachinko game machine of one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the control processing performed in the pachinko game machine of one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the control processing performed in the pachinko game machine of one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the control processing performed in the pachinko game machine of one Embodiment of this invention. It is explanatory drawing which shows the state transition of the control process performed in the pachinko game machine of one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the control processing performed in the pachinko game machine of one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the control processing performed in the pachinko game machine of one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the control processing performed in the pachinko game machine of one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the control processing performed in the pachinko game machine of one Embodiment of this invention. It is a block diagram which shows the main control circuit and sub control circuit which are comprised in the pachinko game machine of one Embodiment of this invention. It is the schematic which shows the computer of one Embodiment of this invention. It is the schematic which shows the game system of one Embodiment of this invention.

Explanation of symbols

10 Pachinko machine 26 Launch handle 32 Liquid crystal display device 40 Shutter 44 Start port 60 Main control circuit 66 Main CPU
68 Main ROM
70 Main RAM
92 Special symbol 94 Normal symbol 116 Start winning ball sensor 120 Large prize opening solenoid 200 Sub control circuit 206 Sub CPU
208 Program ROM
210 Work RAM
250 Image control circuit

Claims (6)

Effect pattern storage means in which a plurality of types of effect patterns are stored;
Effect pattern selection means for selecting any one or more of the effect patterns stored in the effect pattern storage means according to the progress of the game;
An effect execution means for executing an effect based on the effect pattern selected by the effect pattern selection means,
Point storage means in which points corresponding to the predetermined effect pattern are stored for a predetermined effect pattern among the plurality of types of effect patterns stored in the effect pattern storage means;
When the predetermined effect pattern is selected by the effect pattern selection means, based on points corresponding to the effect pattern, a total point calculation means for calculating a total point;
Threshold storage means for storing a predetermined threshold;
Threshold determination means for determining whether or not the total point calculated by the total point calculation means is equal to or greater than the predetermined threshold stored in the threshold storage means;
The effect pattern selection means includes a special effect pattern selection means for selecting a special effect pattern on the condition that the threshold determination means determines that the total point is equal to or greater than the predetermined threshold. Machine. In the gaming machine according to claim 1,
The threshold storage means has a function of storing a plurality of types of thresholds as the predetermined threshold,
The effect pattern storage means has a function of storing a plurality of types of special effect patterns,
The threshold determination means has a function of determining which of the plurality of types of thresholds the total point is equal to or higher than,
The game machine characterized in that the special effect pattern selection means selects one of a plurality of types of special effect patterns stored in the effect pattern storage means in accordance with a determination result by the threshold value determination means. In the gaming machine according to claim 1 or 2,
When a predetermined jackpot transition condition is established, it has a jackpot gaming state transition control means for performing control to shift to a jackpot gaming state advantageous to the player,
The effect pattern storage means has a function of storing, as the special effect pattern, a special jackpot effect pattern executed in the jackpot game state in which control is performed by the jackpot game state transition control means.
The special effect pattern selecting means is configured to provide the special jackpot effect pattern on the condition that a total point when the control to shift to the big hit game state is performed by the big hit game state transition control means is not less than the predetermined threshold value. A gaming machine having a function of selecting a game machine. The gaming machine according to claim 3,
Jackpot gaming state end control means for performing control to end the jackpot gaming state;
An initial point determination means for determining an initial point;
Initial point setting means for setting the initial point determined by the initial point determining means as the total point on condition that the jackpot gaming state end control means is controlled to end the jackpot gaming state. A gaming machine characterized by In the gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 4,
A gaming machine comprising a total point notification means for reporting information corresponding to the total point. An effect pattern selection process for selecting any one or more of the effect patterns according to the progress of the game;
A simulation program for causing a computer to execute an effect execution process for executing an effect based on the effect pattern selected in the effect pattern selection process,
When a predetermined effect pattern is selected in the effect pattern selection process, based on points corresponding to the effect pattern stored in a predetermined point storage area, a total point calculation process for calculating a total point;
A threshold determination process for determining whether or not the total point calculated in the total point calculation process is equal to or greater than a predetermined threshold;
In the effect pattern selection process, the computer executes a special effect pattern selection process for selecting a special effect pattern on the condition that it is determined in the threshold value determination process that the total point is equal to or greater than the predetermined threshold value. A characteristic simulation program.

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