JP2018038510A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a game machine capable of preventing reduction of game amusement.SOLUTION: A game machine comprises: suggestive performance execution means capable of executing a suggestive performance for suggesting a fact that a state is controlled to an advantageous state by displaying suggestive images; and specific performance execution means capable of executing a specific performance in which at least a part of the suggestive images become invisible or hardly visible. The suggestive performance execution means can execute a series of suggestive performances in one variable display and variable display which is executed after the one variable display. The specific performance execution means can execute a specific performance from a point of time in execution of the one variable display to a point of time in execution of the variable display which is executed after the one variable display.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 9

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine that performs variable display and can be controlled to an advantageous state advantageous to a player.

  As a gaming machine, a game ball, which is a game medium, is launched into a game area by a launching device, and when a game ball wins a prize area such as a prize opening provided in the game area, a predetermined prize value is given to the player There is something that was configured. Furthermore, variable display means capable of variably displaying the identification information (also referred to as “fluctuation”) is provided, and when the display result of the variable display of the identification information in the variable display means becomes a specific display result, a predetermined game value Is configured to give to the player (so-called pachinko machine).

  The winning value means that a winning ball is paid out or a score or a prize is given in accordance with the winning of a game ball in the winning area. In addition, the game value means that when a specific display result is obtained, the state of the variable winning ball device provided in the gaming area of the gaming machine is advantageous for a player who is easy to win, For example, a right to be advantageous to the player can be generated, and a condition for paying out a winning ball can be easily established.

  In a pachinko machine, a specific display mode determined in advance is derived and displayed as a display result of variable display of a special symbol (identification information) that is started by variable display means based on the winning of a game ball at the start winning opening. In this case, a “big hit (favorable state)” occurs. The derived display is to stop and display the symbol. When the big hit occurs, for example, the big winning opening is opened a predetermined number of times, and the game shifts to a big hit gaming state where the hit ball is easy to win. And in each open period, if there is a prize for a predetermined number (for example, 10) of the big prize opening, the big prize opening is closed. And the number of times the special winning opening is opened is fixed to a predetermined number (for example, 16 rounds). An opening time (for example, 29 seconds) is determined for each opening, and even if the number of winnings does not reach a predetermined number, the big winning opening is closed when the opening time elapses. Hereinafter, the opening period of each special winning opening may be referred to as a round.

  In such a gaming machine, the cited document 1 describes that the variation time is shortened when the number of reserved memories is large.

JP 2006-320661 A

  However, in the invention described in Patent Document 1, by executing variable display with a short variable display time, the player may feel annoyed and the gaming interest may be reduced.

  Then, an object of this invention is to provide the gaming machine which can prevent that a game entertainment interest is reduced.

(1) A gaming machine according to the present invention is a gaming machine that performs variable display and can be controlled to an advantageous state advantageous to the player, and displays a suggestion image (for example, an image of the character 200a shown in FIG. 9). Suggesting effect execution means capable of executing an suggestion effect (for example, a continuous effect or a notice effect) that suggests that it is controlled to be in an advantageous state, and a specific effect that makes at least part of the suggested image invisible or difficult to view (for example, Specific effect executing means capable of executing a blackout effect and an accessory effect), and the suggestion effect executing means includes a series of suggestion effects in one variable display and a variable display executed after the one variable display. (For example, continuous production) can be executed, and the specific production execution means performs the specific production from the time when one variable display is being executed to the time when the variable display executed after one variable display is being executed. Is executable (for example, see FIGS. 9 to 14) it is characterized.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to focus attention on the specific performance, and it is possible to prevent the game entertainment from being reduced.

(2) In the gaming machine of the above (1), the suggestion effect execution means can execute the suggestion effect that displays the suggestion image in the display area of the display means (for example, the effect display device 9). A specific effect (for example, a blackout effect) that makes the display area of the display means a single color can be executed (for example, see FIG. 9).
According to such a configuration, it is possible to focus attention on the specific performance, and it is possible to prevent the game entertainment from being reduced.

(3) In the gaming machine of (1) or (2) above, an operable movable member (for example, an accessory 300) is provided, and the specific effect executing means is configured such that at least a part of the suggestion image is not visible or the movable effect member is not visible. A specific effect (for example, an effect effect) that is moved to a position where visual recognition is difficult may be executed (for example, see FIG. 10).
According to such a configuration, it is possible to focus attention on the specific performance, and it is possible to prevent the game entertainment from being reduced.

(4) In any one of the above gaming machines (1) to (3), the suggestion effect execution means displays a start effect (for example, the character 201 “Finally” in a balloon, which suggests that the suggestion effect starts. Display may be included (see (3) in FIG. 11).
According to such a configuration, it is possible to focus attention on the suggestion effect and improve the game entertainment.

(5) In any of the above gaming machines (1) to (4), the suggestion image displayed by the suggestion effect that is executed before and after the specific effect, and the visual effect is not disabled or difficult to view due to the specific effect. The suggestion images are display contents that are related to each other (for example, the characters 202a “heat” and the characters 202c “hot” in a balloon displayed before and after the blackout effect are displayed during the blackout effect. The characters 202b “hot” are related to each other in that the characters “hot” are displayed one by one in order (see FIG. 13).
According to such a configuration, it is possible to focus attention on the suggestion image and to prevent the game entertainment from being reduced.

(6) In the gaming machine of any one of (1) to (5) above, during the execution of the specific effect, a suggestion effect (for example, the character 202a “heat” is displayed in a balloon) And a special effect that is related to each other and an effect that displays the character 202c “hot” (for example, the character 202b ′ “hot” is displayed in the accessory 300. See FIG. 14). You may make it provide an execution means.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to focus attention on the special effects and prevent the game entertainment from being reduced.

(7) In any one of the above gaming machines (1) to (6), when a specific effect is executed, a restriction means for restricting the execution of another effect (for example, when executing a continuous effect, a notice is given) This may be realized by not performing the notice effect setting process for setting the effect (see FIG. 8).
According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent a sense of incongruity from being produced due to the performance, and to prevent the game entertainment from being lowered.

It is the front view which looked at the pachinko game machine from the front. It is a block diagram which shows the circuit structural example of a game control board (main board). It is a block diagram showing an example of circuit configuration of an effect control board, a lamp driver board and an audio output board. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a fluctuation pattern table and a fluctuation pattern determination table. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the program of a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows a starting port switch passage process. It is a flowchart which shows production control process processing. It is a flowchart which shows an effect design fluctuation start process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of a continuous production. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of a continuous production. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of a continuous production. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of a continuous production. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of a continuous production. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of a continuous production.

Embodiment 1 FIG.
DESCRIPTION OF EXEMPLARY EMBODIMENTS Hereinafter, a first embodiment of the invention will be described with reference to the drawings. First, the overall configuration of a pachinko gaming machine 1 that is an example of a gaming machine will be described. FIG. 1 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine 1 as seen from the front.

  The pachinko gaming machine 1 includes an outer frame (not shown) formed in a vertically long rectangular shape, and a game frame attached to the inside of the outer frame so as to be opened and closed. Further, the pachinko gaming machine 1 has a glass door frame 2 formed in a frame shape that is provided in the game frame so as to be opened and closed. The game frame includes a front frame (not shown) that can be opened and closed with respect to the outer frame, a mechanism plate (not shown) to which mechanism parts and the like are attached, and various parts (games to be described later) attached to them. A structure including the board 6).

  On the lower surface of the glass door frame 2 is a hitting ball supply tray (upper plate) 3. Under the hitting ball supply tray 3, there are provided a surplus ball receiving tray 4 for storing game balls that cannot be accommodated in the hitting ball supply tray 3, and a hitting operation handle (operation knob) 5 for firing the hitting ball. A game board 6 is detachably attached to the back surface of the glass door frame 2. The game board 6 is a structure including a plate-like body constituting the game board 6 and various components attached to the plate-like body. In addition, a game area 7 is formed on the front surface of the game board 6 in which a game ball that has been struck can flow down.

  The member that forms the extra ball tray (lower tray) 4 is configured in a stick shape (bar shape), for example, at a predetermined position on the front side of the upper surface of the lower tray main body (for example, the central portion of the lower tray). Is attached to the stick controller 122 that can be tilted in a plurality of directions (front and rear, left and right). It should be noted that the stick controller 122 has a predetermined operation, for example, by performing a push-pull operation with a predetermined operation finger (for example, an index finger) while the player holds the operation rod of the stick controller 122 with an operation hand (for example, the left hand). A trigger button 121 (see FIG. 3) capable of performing an instruction operation is provided, and a trigger sensor 125 (see FIG. 3) for detecting a predetermined instruction operation by a push-pull operation or the like on the trigger button 121 is provided inside the operation rod of the stick controller 122. 3) is built-in. In addition, a tilt direction sensor unit 123 (see FIG. 3) that detects a tilting operation with respect to the operating rod is provided in the lower plate main body and the like below the stick controller 122. The stick controller 122 includes a vibrator motor 126 (see FIG. 3) for causing the stick controller 122 to vibrate.

  The member that forms the hitting ball supply tray (upper plate) 3 is subjected to a predetermined instruction operation, for example, by a player pressing a predetermined position on the upper surface of the upper plate body (for example, above the stick controller 122). A possible push button 120 is provided. In addition, a push sensor 124 (see FIG. 3) that detects a player's operation act on the push button 120 is provided in the main body of the upper plate at the position where the push button 120 is installed.

  An effect display device 9 composed of a liquid crystal display device (LCD) is provided near the center of the game area 7. The display screen of the effect display device 9 includes an effect symbol display area for performing variable display of the effect symbol in synchronization with the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol. Therefore, the effect display device 9 corresponds to a variable display device that performs variable display of effect symbols. The effect symbol display area includes a symbol display area for variably displaying, for example, three decorative (effect) effect symbols of “left”, “middle”, and “right”.

  On the right side of the effect display device 9, a first special symbol display (first variable display unit) 8a that variably displays the first special symbol as identification information is provided. A second special symbol display (second variable display section) 8b for variably displaying the second special symbol as identification information is also provided on the right of the special symbol display 8a. The first special symbol display 8a and the second special symbol display 8b are realized by a simple and small display (for example, 7 segment LED) capable of variably displaying numbers 0 to 9. That is, the second special symbol display 8b is configured to variably display numbers (or symbols) from 0 to 9.

  Hereinafter, the first special symbol and the second special symbol may be collectively referred to as a special symbol, and the first special symbol indicator 8a and the second special symbol indicator 8b are collectively referred to as a special symbol indicator (variable display unit). There are things to do.

  For the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol, the first start condition or the second start condition, which is the variable display execution condition, is satisfied (for example, the game ball has the first start winning opening 13 or the second start winning opening) 14 after passing (including winning)), the variable display start condition (for example, when the number of reserved memories is not 0 and the variable display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol is not executed) The state is started and the big hit game is not executed), and when the variable display time (fluctuation time) elapses, the display result (stop symbol) is derived and displayed. Note that the passing of a game ball means that the game ball has passed through a predetermined area such as a prize opening or a gate, and that includes a game ball entering (winning) a prize opening. It is. Deriving and displaying the display result is to finally stop and display a symbol (an example of identification information).

  A winning device having a first start winning port 13 is provided below the effect display device 9. The game ball won in the first start winning opening 13 is guided to the back of the game board 6 and detected by the first start opening switch 13a.

  A variable winning ball device 15 having a second starting winning port 14 through which a game ball can be won is provided below a winning device having a first starting winning port (first starting port) 13. The game ball that has won the second start winning opening (second start opening) 14 is guided to the back of the game board 6 and detected by the second start opening switch 14a. The variable winning ball device 15 is opened by a solenoid 16. When the variable winning ball device 15 is in the open state, the game ball can be awarded to the second starting winning port 14 (it is easier to start winning), which is advantageous for the player. In the state where the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is in the open state, it is easier for the game ball to win the second start winning opening 14 than the first starting winning opening 13. Further, in a state where the variable winning ball device 15 is in the closed state, the game ball does not win the second start winning port 14 (or is difficult to win). Therefore, in a state where the variable winning ball device 15 is in the closed state, it is easier for the game ball to win the first starting winning port 13 than the second starting winning port 14.

  Hereinafter, the first start winning opening 13 and the second start winning opening 14 may be collectively referred to as a start winning opening or a starting opening.

  Above the second special symbol display 8b, there is a second special symbol hold memory display 18b comprising four displays for displaying the number of effective winning balls that have entered the second start winning opening 14, that is, the second reserved memory number. Is provided. Further, above the second special symbol hold memory display 18b, the number of effective winning balls that have entered the first start winning opening 13, that is, the first hold memory number (the hold memory is also referred to as start memory or start prize memory). ) Is displayed, a first special symbol reservation storage display 18a is provided. The first special symbol hold memory display 18a and the second special symbol hold memory display 18b increase the number of indicators that are turned on by one every time there is an effective start winning. Each time variable display on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8g is started, the number of indicators to be turned on is reduced by one.

  Further, the display screen of the effect display device 9 is provided with an area (total pending storage display unit) 18c for displaying the total number (total pending storage number) that is the sum of the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number. It has been. In this embodiment, the total pending storage display unit 18c that displays the total number is provided, so that it is possible to easily grasp the total number of execution conditions that have not met the variable display start condition. .

  Further, as shown in FIG. 1, a special variable winning ball apparatus 20 that forms a big winning opening is provided below the variable winning ball apparatus 15. The special variable winning ball apparatus 20 includes an opening / closing plate, and when the specific display result (big hit symbol) is derived and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a, and the specific display result (big hit symbol) on the second special symbol display 8b. When the open / close plate is controlled to be open by the solenoid 21 in the specific game state (big hit game state) that occurs when the symbol is derived and displayed, the big winning opening serving as the winning area is opened. The game ball that has won the big winning opening is detected by the count switch 23.

  On the left side of the effect display device 9, a normal symbol display 10 for variably displaying normal symbols is provided. In this embodiment, the normal symbol display 10 is realized by a simple and small display (for example, 7 segment LED) capable of variably displaying numbers 0 to 9. That is, the normal symbol display 10 is configured to variably display numbers (or symbols) from 0 to 9. Moreover, the small display is formed in, for example, a square shape.

  When the game ball passes through the gate 32 and is detected by the gate switch 32a, variable display of the normal symbol display 10 is started. When the stop symbol in the normal symbol display 10 is a predetermined symbol (a winning symbol, for example, a symbol “7”), the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is opened for a predetermined number of times. In other words, the state of the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is a state that is advantageous from a disadvantageous state for the player when the normal symbol is a stop symbol (a state in which a game ball can be awarded at the second start winning port 14). To change. In the vicinity of the normal symbol display 10, a normal symbol holding storage display 41 having a display unit with four LEDs for displaying the number of winning balls that have passed through the gate 32 is provided. Each time there is a game ball passing through the gate 32, that is, every time a game ball is detected by the gate switch 32a, the normal symbol storage memory display 41 increases the number of LEDs to be turned on by one. Each time variable display on the normal symbol display 10 is started, the number of LEDs to be lit is reduced by one. In addition, a probability variation state in which the probability of being determined to be a big hit compared to the normal state is high (a state in which the probability of being determined to be a big hit as a result of fluctuation display of special symbols is increased compared to the normal state). Then, the probability that the stop symbol in the normal symbol display 10 becomes a winning symbol is increased, and the opening time and the number of times of opening of the variable winning ball device 15 are increased. Even in the short state (the game state in which the variable display time of the special symbol is shortened) when the symbol variation time is shortened although it is not the probability variation state, the opening time and the number of times of opening of the variable winning ball device 15 are increased.

  At the lower part of the game board 6, there is an out port 26 into which a hit ball that has not won a prize is taken. In addition, four speakers 27 that utter sound effects and sounds as predetermined sound outputs are provided on the upper left and right and lower left and right outside the game area 7. On the outer periphery of the game area 7, a frame LED 28 provided on the front frame is provided.

  In the gaming machine, a ball striking device (not shown) that drives a driving motor in response to a player operating the batting operation handle 5 and uses the rotational force of the driving motor to launch a gaming ball to the gaming area 7. ) Is provided. A game ball launched from the ball striking device enters the game area 7 through a ball striking rail formed in a circular shape so as to surround the game area 7, and then descends the game area 7.

  In this embodiment, when the 15R probability variation big hit or the 2R probability variation big hit is reached, the game state is shifted to a high probability state (probability variation state), and the game ball is easily started and won (ie, a special symbol display). 8a, 8b and the display state of the display device 9 are changed to the high base state that is controlled so that the variable display execution condition is easily established (in this embodiment, the state is shifted to the short time state) (accordingly, therefore). In this embodiment, when it is controlled to the probability variation state, it is controlled to the high probability / high base state). In addition, when the gaming state is shifted to the short time state, the state is shifted to the high base state. In the high base state, for example, the frequency at which the variable winning ball device 15 is in the open state is increased or the time in which the variable winning ball device 15 is in the open state is extended compared to the case in which the high base state is not in the high base state. It becomes easier to win a start.

  FIG. 2 is a block diagram showing an example of the circuit configuration of the main board (game control board) 31. FIG. 2 also shows a payout control board 37, an effect control board 80, and the like. A game control microcomputer (corresponding to game control means) 560 for controlling the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to a program is mounted on the main board 31. The game control microcomputer 560 includes a ROM 54 for storing a game control (game progress control) program and the like, a RAM 55 as storage means used as a work memory, a CPU 56 for performing control operations in accordance with the program, and an I / O port unit 57. including. In this embodiment, the ROM 54 and the RAM 55 are built in the game control microcomputer 560. The game control microcomputer 560 further includes a random number circuit 503 that generates hardware random numbers (random numbers generated by the hardware circuit).

  The RAM 55 is a backup RAM as a non-volatile storage means, part or all of which is backed up by a backup power supply created on the power supply board. That is, even if the power supply to the gaming machine is stopped, a part or all of the contents of the RAM 55 is stored for a predetermined backup period (until the capacitor as the backup power supply is discharged and the backup power supply cannot be supplied). The

  The random number circuit 503 is a hardware circuit that is used to generate a random number for determination to determine whether or not to win a jackpot based on a display result of variable symbol special display. The random number circuit 503 updates numerical data in accordance with a set update rule within a numerical range in which an initial value (for example, 0) and an upper limit value (for example, 65535) are set, and starts at a random timing Based on the fact that the winning time is the reading (extraction) of the numerical data, it has a random number generation function in which the numerical data to be read becomes a random value.

  Further, an input driver circuit 58 that provides detection signals from the gate switch 32a, the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a, and the count switch 23 to the game control microcomputer 560 is also mounted on the main board 31. The main board also includes an output circuit 59 for driving the solenoid 16 for opening and closing the variable winning ball device 15 and the solenoid 21 for opening and closing the special variable winning ball device 20 that forms a big winning opening in accordance with a command from the game control microcomputer 560. 31.

  In addition, the game control microcomputer 560 includes a first special symbol display 8a, a second special symbol display 8b that variably displays special symbols, a normal symbol display 10 that variably displays normal symbols, and a first special symbol hold memory. Display control of the display 18a, the second special symbol storage memory display 18b, and the normal symbol storage memory display 41 is performed.

  In this embodiment, the effect control means (configured by an effect control microcomputer) mounted on the effect control board 80 receives an effect control command for instructing effect contents from the game control microcomputer 560. Then, display control of the effect display device 9 for variably displaying the effect symbol is performed.

  The effect control means mounted on the effect control board 80 controls the display of the frame LED 28 provided on the frame side via the lamp driver board 35 and from the speaker 27 via the audio output board 70. Control the sound output.

  FIG. 3 is a block diagram illustrating a circuit configuration example of the effect control board 80, the lamp driver board 35, and the audio output board 70. The effect control board 80 includes an effect control CPU 101 and an effect control microcomputer 100 including a RAM for storing information related to effects such as effect symbol process flags. In the effect control board 80, the effect control CPU 101 operates in accordance with a program stored in a built-in or external ROM (not shown), and in response to a capture signal (effect control INT signal) from the main board 31, An effect control command is received via the input driver 102 and the input port 103. Further, the effect control CPU 101 causes the VDP (video display processor) 109 to perform display control of the effect display device 9 based on the effect control command.

  In this embodiment, a VDP 109 that performs display control of the effect display device 9 in cooperation with the effect control microcomputer 100 is mounted on the effect control board 80. The VDP 109 has an address space independent of the production control microcomputer 100, and maps a VRAM therein. VRAM is a buffer memory for developing image data. Then, the VDP 109 outputs the image data in the VRAM to the effect display device 9 via the frame memory.

  In addition, the effect control CPU 101 inputs an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that the player's operation action on the trigger button 121 of the stick controller 122 has been detected from the trigger sensor 125 via the input port 106. Further, the effect control CPU 101 inputs an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that a player's operation action on the push button 120 has been detected from the push sensor 124 via the input port 106. In addition, the production control CPU 101 inputs an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that the player's operation action with respect to the operation rod of the stick controller 122 has been detected from the tilt direction sensor unit 123 via the input port 106. . Further, the effect control CPU 101 outputs a drive signal to the vibrator motor 126 via the output port 105 to cause the stick controller 122 to vibrate.

  Further, the effect control CPU 101 outputs a signal for driving the LED to the lamp driver board 35 via the output port 105. Further, the production control CPU 101 outputs sound number data to the audio output board 70 via the output port 104.

  In the lamp driver board 35, a signal for driving the LED is input to the LED driver 352 via the input driver 351. The LED driver 352 supplies a current to a light emitter such as the frame LED 28 based on a signal for driving the LED.

  In the voice output board 70, the sound number data is input to the voice synthesis IC 703 via the input driver 702. The voice synthesizing IC 703 generates voice or sound effect according to the sound number data, and outputs it to the amplifier circuit 705. The amplification circuit 705 outputs an audio signal obtained by amplifying the output level of the speech synthesis IC 703 to a level corresponding to the volume set by the volume 706 to the speaker 27. The voice data ROM 704 stores control data corresponding to the sound number data. The control data corresponding to the sound number data is a collection of data indicating the sound effect or sound output mode in a time series in a predetermined effect period (for example, a change period of the effect symbol).

  FIG. 4A is an explanatory diagram showing a variation pattern of the effect symbol prepared in advance. As shown in FIG. 4A, in this embodiment, “shortened non-reach” is used as a variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “out” and the variable display mode of the effect symbol is “non-reach”. Variation patterns of “out of” and “non-reach out” are prepared. In addition, as a variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “out of” and the variable display mode of the effect symbol is “reach”, “normal reach A out”, “normal reach B out”, “super reach A out” and A variation pattern of “super-reach B loss” is prepared. Note that, as shown in FIG. 4A, the variation pattern of “shortened non-reach” used when not reaching is a variation pattern for shortening variation, and the variation time of the effect design is short (this example) Then, it is shortened to 0.2 seconds).

  Further, as shown in FIG. 4A, in this embodiment, as a variation pattern corresponding to a case where the variable display result of the special symbol becomes a big hit symbol, “normal reach A big hit”, “normal reach B big hit”, “ Variation patterns of “Super reach A big hit” and “Super reach B big hit” are prepared.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 4A, when the variation time is fixed according to the type of reach (for example, in the case of normal reach A, the variation time is 15 seconds. In the case of Super Reach A, the fluctuation time is fixed at 25 seconds). For example, even in the case of the same type of reach, the fluctuation time depends on the total number of pending storage. May be different. For example, even in the case of the same type of reach, the variation time may be shortened as the total number of pending storage increases. Also, for example, even when the reach of the same type is used, when the variable display of the first special symbol is performed, the variable time may be varied according to the first reserved memory number. When changing the special symbol, the change time may be varied according to the second reserved memory number.

  In this embodiment, the variation pattern is determined by first determining the variation pattern type using the variation pattern type determination random number, and using the variation pattern determination random number, any variation pattern included in the determined variation pattern type. To decide. Thus, in this embodiment, the variation pattern is determined by a two-stage lottery process.

  The variation pattern type is a group of a plurality of variation patterns according to the characteristics of the variation mode. For example, a plurality of variation patterns may be grouped by reach type and divided into a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with normal reach and a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with super reach. Further, for example, when providing a variation pattern including a pseudo-ream, a plurality of variation patterns are grouped by the number of re-variations of the pseudo-ream, and a variation pattern type including a variation pattern not accompanied by a pseudo-ream and a re-variation 1 It may be divided into a variation pattern type including a variation pattern of the first time, a variation pattern type including a variation pattern of the second variation, and a variation pattern type including a variation pattern of the third variation. Further, for example, a plurality of variation patterns may be grouped according to the presence / absence of a specific effect such as a pseudo ream or a slip effect.

  4B to 4C are explanatory diagrams showing a variation pattern type determination table stored in the ROM 54. FIG. The variation pattern type determination table is used to determine a variation pattern type as one of a plurality of types based on a random number for determining a variation pattern type according to a variable display result, a gaming state, the total number of pending storage, etc. It is a table to be referenced. When the extracted random number for determining the variation pattern type matches the data (determination value) assigned to each variation pattern type, the CPU 56 determines the variation pattern type to which the data (determination value) is assigned. In the example shown in FIGS. 4B to 4C, the ratio of the determination value assigned to each variation pattern type is shown. That is, in the example shown in FIGS. 4B to 4C, each value set in the variation pattern type determination table indicates a ratio determined to the associated variation pattern type.

  In this embodiment, the variation pattern type “shortened non-reach out” including the variation pattern “shortened non-reach”, the variation pattern type “non-reach out” including the variation pattern “non-reach out”, and the variation pattern Fluctuation pattern type “normal reach out of focus” including “normal reach A outage” and “normal reach B out”, change pattern type including “super reach A out” and “super reach B out” Fluctuation pattern type “normal reach big hit” including patterns “Normal reach A big hit” and “normal reach B big hit” and variable pattern type “super reach big hit” including fluctuation patterns “super reach A big hit” and “super reach B big hit” Establishment It is assumed that.

  In this embodiment, since the variation pattern is determined by a two-stage lottery process, for example, when the variation pattern type is determined to be “super reach big hit” using a random number for variation pattern type determination, the variation pattern determination A random number is used to determine one of the fluctuation patterns of “super reach A big hit” and “super reach B big hit” included in the determined fluctuation pattern type “super reach big hit”. When the variation pattern type is determined to be “shortened non-reach miss”, the variation pattern of “shortened non-reach miss” is determined.

  FIG. 4B is a big hit variation pattern type determination table used when the variable display result is “big hit”. In the big hit variation pattern determination table, 20% of the determination values corresponding to the random value for determining the variation pattern type are set to “normal reach big hit” and 80% are set to “super reach big hit”.

  FIG. 4C is a non-shortening variation pattern type determination table for non-shortening used when the variable display result is “out”. In the non-shortened deviation variation pattern type determination table, 60% of the determination values corresponding to the random value for determining the variation pattern type are set to “non-reach deviation” and 35% are set to “normal reach deviation”. 5% is set to “Super Reach”.

  FIG. 4D is a shift pattern type determination table for shortening used when the variable display result is “miss”. In the variation pattern type determination table for deviation at the time of shortening, 90% of the determination values corresponding to the random value for determining the variation pattern type are set to “abbreviated non-reach” and 9% are set to “normal reach deviation”. 1% is set to “Super Reach Out”.

  The non-shortening deviation variation pattern type determination table shown in FIG. 4C is used when the gaming state is in the low base state (non-shortening state) and the total number of pending storages is less than four. 4D is used when the gaming state is the high base state (short time state), or when the total number of pending storages is four or more. The variation pattern type determination table for deviation at the time of shortening is “reduced non-reach out of shortened non-reach” with a smaller percentage of reach (normal reach, super reach) than the variation pattern type determination table for deviation at the time of non-shortening. The determination value is assigned so that the ratio becomes higher. Therefore, in this embodiment, when the time is short, and when the total pending storage number is a predetermined number (4 in this example) or more, the average fluctuation time can be shortened, and the variable display is activated. It is possible to prevent the rate from decreasing.

  In this embodiment, when the total number of pending storages is 4 or more, it is configured to use the variation pattern type determination table for deviation when shortening. However, the present invention is not limited to this configuration, and the total pending storage is used. A determination table may be provided for each number, and the variation time may vary depending on the total number of pending storage.

  Next, the operation of the gaming machine will be described. When the game control microcomputer 560 (specifically, the CPU 56) starts supplying power to the gaming machine and the main process is started, various initialization processes and setting processes are performed, and then a predetermined time ( For example, control is performed so that a timer interrupt is periodically taken every 4 ms). Each time a timer interrupt is generated, the CPU 56 executes, for example, special symbol process processing.

  FIG. 5 is a flowchart showing an example of a special symbol process processing program executed by the game control microcomputer 560 (specifically, the CPU 56) mounted on the main board 31. In the special symbol process, a process for controlling the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b and the special winning opening is executed. In the special symbol process, the CPU 56 turns on the first start winning opening 13 when the first start opening switch 13a for detecting that the game ball has won the first start winning opening 13 is turned on. If a winning has occurred, a first start port switch passage process is executed (steps S311 and S312). If the second start port switch 14a for detecting that the game ball has won the second start winning port 14 is turned on, that is, the start winning to the second start winning port 14 has occurred. Then, the second start port switch passage process is executed (steps S313, S314). Then, any one of steps S300 to S307 is performed. If the first start winning port switch 13a or the second start port switch 14a is not turned on, any one of steps S300 to S307 is performed according to the internal state.

  The processes in steps S300 to S307 are as follows.

  Special symbol normal processing (step S300): Executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is zero. When the game control microcomputer 560 is in a state where the variable symbol special display can be started, the game control microcomputer 560 confirms the number of numerical data stored in the reserved storage buffer (total number of reserved storage). The stored number of numerical data stored in the hold storage buffer can be confirmed by the count value of the combined hold storage number counter. If the count value of the total pending storage number counter is not 0, it is determined whether or not the display result of the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol is a big hit. In case of big hit, set big hit flag. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (1 in this example) according to step S301. The jackpot flag is reset when the jackpot game ends.

  Fluctuation pattern setting process (step S301): This process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 1. Also, the variation pattern is determined, and the variation time in the variation pattern (variable display time: the time from the start of variable display until the display result is derived and displayed (stop display)) is defined as the variation display variation time of the special symbol Decide to do. Further, control is performed to transmit a variation pattern command corresponding to the determined variation pattern to the effect control microcomputer 100, and a variation time timer for measuring the variation time of the special symbol is started. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (2 in this example) corresponding to step S302.

  Display result designation command transmission process (step S302): This process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 2. Control for transmitting a display result designation command to the production control microcomputer 100 is performed. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (3 in this example) corresponding to step S303.

  Special symbol changing process (step S303): This process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 3. When the variation time of the variation pattern selected in the variation pattern setting process elapses (the variation time timer set in step S301 times out, that is, the variation time timer value becomes 0), the design control microcomputer 100 determines the symbol. Control to transmit the specified command is performed, and the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (4 in this example) corresponding to step S304.

  Special symbol stop process (step S304): executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 4. When the big hit flag is set, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (5 in this example) corresponding to step S305. If the big hit flag is not set, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S300 (0 in this example).

  Preliminary winning opening opening process (step S305): This is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 5. In the pre-opening process for the big prize opening, control for opening the big prize opening is performed. Specifically, a counter (for example, a counter that counts the number of game balls that have entered the big prize opening) is initialized and the solenoid 21 is driven to open the big prize opening. In addition, control is performed to transmit the special winning opening open designation command to the production control microcomputer 100, the execution time of the special winning opening open processing is set by the timer, and the internal state (special symbol process flag) is set in step S306. To a value corresponding to (6 in this example).

  Large winning opening opening process (step S306): This process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 6. In the special prize opening opening process, a process for confirming the establishment of the closing condition of the special prize opening is performed. If the closing condition for the special prize opening is satisfied and there are still remaining rounds, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (5 in this example) corresponding to step S305. In addition, control is performed to transmit the designation command after the big hit release to the microcomputer 100 for effect control, and when all rounds are finished, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is set to a value corresponding to step S307 (this In the example, update to 7).

  Big hit end process (step S307): executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 7. Control for causing the production control microcomputer 100 to perform display control for notifying the player that the big hit gaming state has ended is performed. In addition, a process for setting a flag indicating a gaming state (for example, a probability change flag or a time reduction flag) is performed. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (0 in this example) corresponding to step S300.

  FIG. 6 is a flowchart showing the start-port switch passing process in steps S312 and S314. Among these, FIG. 6A is a flowchart showing the first start port switch passing process in step S312. FIG. 6B is a flowchart showing the second start port switch passing process in step S314.

  First, the first start port switch passing process will be described with reference to FIG. In the first start port switch passing process that is executed when the first start port switch 13a is in the on state, the CPU 56 first determines whether or not the first reserved memory number has reached the upper limit (specifically, the first Whether or not the value of the first reserved memory number counter for counting the number of one reserved memory is 4) is confirmed (step S1211A). If the first reserved storage number has reached the upper limit value, the processing is terminated as it is.

  If the first reserved memory number has not reached the upper limit value, the CPU 56 increases the value of the first reserved memory number counter by 1 (step S1212A), and the value of the total reserved memory number counter for counting the total reserved memory number Is increased by 1 (step S1213A).

  Next, the CPU 56 extracts values from the random number circuit 503 and a counter for generating software random numbers, and executes a process of storing them in the storage area in the first reserved storage buffer (step S1214A). In step S1214A, the CPU 56 determines a big hit determining random number for determining whether or not to make a big hit, a big hit type determining random number for determining a big hit type, and a variation pattern type determining for determining a variation pattern type. A random number and a random number for determining a variation pattern for determining a variation pattern are extracted.

  Next, the CPU 56 executes prize-winning effect processing for preliminarily determining the fluctuation display result and the fluctuation pattern type when the fluctuation based on the detected start prize is executed (step S1215A). In step S1215A, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the jackpot is based on the jackpot determination random number extracted in step S1214A. If the CPU 56 determines that it will be a big hit, it determines which of the big hit types will be based on the big hit type determination random number extracted in step S1214A. Further, the CPU 56 determines which variation pattern type is to be used based on the variation pattern type determination random number extracted in step S1214A. Note that it may be configured to be able to determine which variation pattern is to be made based on the variation pattern determination random number extracted in step S1214A.

  Then, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a winning determination result designation command to the rendering control microcomputer 100 based on the determination result of the winning effect process (step S1216A). Further, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit the first start winning designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S1217A), and sets the value of the total pending storage number counter to EXT data and sets the total pending storage number designation command. Is transmitted to the production control microcomputer 100 (step S1218A).

  In this embodiment, it is assumed that there are “2R normal jackpot”, “2R probability variable jackpot”, and “15R probability jackpot” as jackpot types.

  The “2R normal jackpot” is a jackpot that is controlled to a two-round jackpot gaming state and is shifted to the short-time state only after the jackpot gaming state is finished. Then, after shifting to the time reduction state, the time reduction state ends when the variable display is completed a predetermined number of times (for example, 100 times). Note that even before the variable display is finished a predetermined number of times, the time saving state is also finished when the next big hit occurs.

  The “2R probability variable big hit” is a big hit that is controlled to a two-round big hit gaming state and shifts to the probability changed state after the big hit gaming state is finished. Are also migrated). Then, until the next big hit occurs, the probability variation state and the short time state continue.

  The “15R probability variable big hit” is a big hit that is controlled to the big round gaming state of 15 rounds and shifts to the probability changed state after the big hit gaming state is finished. Are also migrated). Then, until the next big hit occurs, the probability variation state and the short time state continue.

  If it is determined in step S1215A that the winning effect process is a big hit, depending on which type of big hit it is determined, in step S1216A, the CPU 56 selects “2R normal big hit”, “2R probability variable big hit”, or A winning determination result designation command that can identify which type of jackpot of “15R probability variation jackpot” is transmitted.

  Further, in this embodiment, even if there is a loss, the same determination value is assigned to the variation pattern type that is out of super reach regardless of the number of reserved memories, and the winning in step S1215A In the time effect process, it can also be determined whether or not the variation pattern type is out of super reach. In step S1216A, the CPU 56 determines a winning determination result designation command that can specify that the super reach is lost, or a winning determination that can specify that the super reach is not lost (hereinafter, also referred to as “losing (others)”). A result specification command is also sent.

  Next, the second start port switch passing process will be described with reference to FIG. In the second start port switch passing process executed when the second start port switch 14a is in the ON state, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the second reserved memory number has reached the upper limit value (specifically, the second hold port number). Whether or not the value of the second reserved memory number counter for counting the memory number is 4 is confirmed (step S1211B). If the second reserved storage number has reached the upper limit value, the processing is terminated as it is.

  If the second reserved memory number has not reached the upper limit value, the CPU 56 increases the value of the second reserved memory number counter by 1 (step S1212B), and the value of the aggregated reserved memory number counter for counting the total reserved memory number Is increased by 1 (step S1213B).

  Next, the CPU 56 extracts values from the random number circuit 503 and a counter for generating software random numbers, and executes a process of storing them in the storage area in the second reserved storage buffer (step S1214B).

  Next, the CPU 56 executes winning effect processing (step S1215B). Then, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a winning determination result designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 based on the determination result of the winning effect process. Further, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit the second start winning designation command to the production control microcomputer 100 (step S1217B), and sets the value of the total pending storage number counter to the EXT data and sets the total pending storage number designation command. Is transmitted to the production control microcomputer 100 (step S1218B).

  Note that in steps S1214B to S1216B, the extracted random numbers and specific processing contents are the same as those in steps S1214A to S1216A.

  In this embodiment, the first special symbol variation display and the second special symbol variation display are executed in the winning order of the first start winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14. For example, it may be configured to preferentially execute the variable display of the second special symbol. In this case, for example, when the gaming state is controlled to the high base state (short time state), or when the big hit game is being performed, the winning effect processing in step S1215A may not be executed. With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the pre-reading notice effect for the first reserved memory from being executed in a state where it is recognized that there is a big hit in the second reserved memory, and more than necessary. It is possible to prevent the player from scolding the gambling feeling of the player.

  Next, the operation of the effect control means will be described. The production control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the production control CPU 101), when the power supply to the gaming machine is started and the main process is started, after various initialization processes and setting processes are executed, Control is performed so that a timer interrupt is periodically taken every predetermined time (for example, 4 ms). Then, each time a timer interrupt is applied, the effect control CPU 101 executes, for example, a command analysis process for analyzing a command received from the game control microcomputer 560 and an effect control process.

  FIG. 7 is a flowchart showing the effect control process. In the effect control process, the effect control CPU 101 performs one of steps S800 to S807 according to the value of the effect control process flag. In each process, the following process is executed.

  Fluctuation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800): It is confirmed whether or not a variation pattern command has been received from the game control microcomputer 560. Specifically, it is confirmed whether or not the variation pattern command reception flag set in the command analysis process is set. If the change pattern command has been received, the value of the effect control process flag is changed to a value corresponding to the effect symbol change start process (step S801).

  Production symbol variation start processing (step S801): Control is performed so that the variation of the production symbol is started. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the effect symbol changing process (step S802).

  Production symbol variation processing (step S802): Controls the switching timing of each variation state (variation speed) constituting the variation pattern and monitors the end of the variation time. When the variation time ends, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the effect symbol variation stop process (step S803).

  Effect symbol variation stop processing (step S803): Control is performed to stop the variation of the effect symbol and derive and display the display result (stop symbol). Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the jackpot display process (step S804) or the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800).

  Big hit display process (step S804): After the end of the variation time, control is performed to display a screen for notifying the effect display device 9 of the occurrence of the big hit. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the in-round processing (step S805).

  In-round processing (step S805): Display control during round is performed. If the round end condition is satisfied, if the final round has not ended, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the post-round processing (step S806). If the final round has ended, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the jackpot end process (step S807).

  Post-round processing (step S806): Display control between rounds is performed. When the round start condition is satisfied, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the in-round process (step S805).

  Big hit end effect processing (step S807): In the effect display device 9, display control is performed to notify the player that the big hit game state has ended. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800).

  Next, the effect symbol variation start process (step S801) in the effect control process will be described. FIG. 8 is a flowchart showing the effect symbol variation start process (step S801) in the effect control process shown in FIG. In the effect symbol variation start process, the effect control CPU 101 first reads a variation pattern command from the variation pattern command storage area (step S8001).

  Next, the CPU 101 for effect control displays the display result (stop) of the effect symbol according to the variation pattern command read in step S8001 and the data stored in the display result specifying command storage area (that is, the received display result specifying command). (Design) is determined (step S8002). That is, when the CPU 101 for effect control executes the process of step S8002, the display result of the variable display of the identification information (stop of the effect symbol) according to the variable display pattern (variation pattern) determined by the variable display pattern determination means. A display result determining means for determining (design) is realized. The effect control CPU 101 stores data indicating the determined effect stop symbol in the effect symbol display result storage area. In step S8002, the effect control CPU 101 may determine whether or not it is a big hit based on the received variation pattern command, and may determine the stop symbol of the effect symbol based only on the variation pattern command. .

  In step S8002, when the received display result designation command indicates “2R normal jackpot”, the effect control CPU 101 determines a combination of effect symbols in which the same symbols of three symbols are arranged as stop symbols. When the received display result designation command indicates “2R probability variation big hit”, the CPU 101 for effect control uses a combination of effect symbols arranged in the same odd number other than “7” as the 3 symbols as the stop symbol. decide. When the received display result designation command indicates “15R probability variation big hit”, the effect control CPU 101 determines a combination of effect symbols in which the three symbols are “7” as stop symbols.

  In the case of “out of”, a combination of effect symbols other than the above is determined. However, when a reach effect is involved, a combination of effect symbols in which two left and right symbols are aligned is determined. The combination of the three symbols derived and displayed on the effect display device 9 is the “stop symbol” of the effect symbol.

  The effect control CPU 101 extracts, for example, a random number for determining the stop symbol, and uses the stop symbol determination table in which the data indicating the combination of effect symbols and numerical values are associated with each other to generate the stop symbol of the effect symbol. decide. That is, the stop symbol is determined by selecting data indicating the combination of effect symbols corresponding to the numerical value that matches the extracted random number.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the continuous effect flag indicating that the continuous effect is being executed is set (step S8003a).

  In this embodiment, it is possible to execute a continuous effect that performs a series of effects over a plurality of variable displays. Specifically, the first continuous effect corresponding to the first half of the continuous effect is executed in one variation display, and the second continuous effect corresponding to the second half of the continuous effect in the next variation display of the one variation display. Execute. In addition, the first continuous effect and the second continuous effect are related to each other. Specifically, having the relationship with each other means that the first continuous effect and the second continuous effect are at least partly in common (for example, the same character appears), The second continuous effect of the content that has taken over the content is performed (for example, a predetermined story such as a story is developed in order in the first continuous effect and the second continuous effect).

  If the continuous production flag is not set, that is, if the first continuous production has not been executed in the previous variation display, the production control CPU 101 has a total number of pending storages of 4 and the variation pattern is “shortened non-reach”. It is confirmed whether it is “out of” (step S8003b).

  If the total pending storage number is 4 and the variation pattern is “out of shortened non-reach”, the production control CPU 101 sets a continuous production flag (step S8003c) and responds to the variation pattern and the first continuous production. A process table is selected (step S8004a).

  If the total pending storage number is 4 and the variation pattern is not “shortened non-reach”, the effect control CPU 101 performs setting processing related to the notice effect (step S8003d), and sets the result of the notice effect and the variation pattern. A corresponding process table is selected (step S8004b).

  In this embodiment, a notice effect is performed to perform display control for causing a character (for example, the same character as the continuous effect such as the character 200a shown in FIG. 9 (1)) to appear during variable display. In step S8002a, it is determined whether or not to execute the notice effect at a different rate according to the variation pattern. For example, in the case of a fluctuation pattern with super reach, it is determined that the notice effect is executed at a high rate. Thereby, the expectation degree which becomes a big hit by performing a notice effect is suggested.

  If the continuous effect flag is set, that is, if the first continuous effect has been executed in the previous variation display, the continuous effect flag is reset (step S8004e), and the effect control CPU 101 determines the variation pattern and the second continuous effect. A process table corresponding to the effect is selected (step S8004c).

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 starts a process timer in the process data 1 of the process table selected in any of steps S8004a to S8004c (step S8005).

  The process table is a table in which process data referred to when the effect control CPU 101 executes control of the effect device is set. That is, the effect control CPU 101 controls effect devices (effect components) such as the effect display device 9 according to the process data set in the process table. The process table includes data in which a plurality of combinations of process timer set values, display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data are collected. In the display control execution data, data indicating each variation aspect constituting the variation aspect during the variable display time (variation time) of the variable display of the effect symbols is described. Specifically, data relating to the change of the display screen of the effect display device 9 is described. The process timer set value is set with a change time in the form of the change. The effect control CPU 101 refers to the process table and performs control to display the effect design in the variation mode set in the display control execution data for the time set in the process timer set value.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 performs the effect device (the effect display device 9 as the effect component, the effect component as the effect component according to the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound number data 1). Control of the various lamps and the speaker 27) as an effect part is executed (step S8006). For example, a command is output to the VDP 109 in order to display an image according to the variation pattern on the effect display device 9. In addition, a control signal (lamp control execution data) is output to the lamp driver board 35 in order to perform on / off control of various lamps. In addition, a control signal (sound number data) is output to the sound output board 70 in order to output sound from the speaker 27.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 sets a value corresponding to the variation time specified by the variation pattern command in the variation time timer (step S8007).

  Then, the effect control CPU 101 sets the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the effect symbol changing process (step S802) (step S8010).

  In this embodiment, when the total number of pending storages is 4 or more, the rate of selection of the variation pattern “shortened non-reach out” with a short variation time is selected. In such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the operating rate of the variable display from being lowered without digesting the reserved memory, but the player can be bothered by performing the shortened variable display with a very short variation time. There is a risk that it will make you feel that it will reduce your entertainment interest.

  Therefore, in this embodiment, when the total number of pending storages is 4 and the variation pattern is “out of shortened non-reach”, a continuous production that performs a series of productions over a plurality of variation displays is executed. It is configured. With such a configuration, attention can be paid to the continuous performance, and it is possible to prevent the game entertainment from being reduced due to the shortened variation display performed during that period.

  Further, in this embodiment, the first continuous effect is executed when the total pending storage number is four. This is because when the total pending storage number is less than 4, the variation pattern “out of shortened non-reach” is not selected, so that the execution period of the second continuous effect can be sufficiently secured.

  In addition, in this embodiment, although the example which performs a continuous effect over two fluctuation displays was demonstrated, it is not restricted to such a structure, For example, a continuous effect is performed over three or more fluctuation displays. You may do it. That is, the timing for executing the continuous effect is not limited to when the total number of pending storages is four.

  Further, in this embodiment, if the total pending storage number is 4 and the variation pattern is “out of shortened non-reach”, the continuous production is always executed, but is it executed by lottery? It may be determined whether or not. In this case, according to the variation pattern and the display result of the next variation display (the variation display that executes the final part of the continuous production when the continuous production is performed over three or more variation displays) (that is, the jackpot expectation) Depending on the degree or the like, the ratio of executing the continuous production may be varied. The variation pattern and the display result of the variation display after the next time can be determined by referring to the contents of the winning determination result designation command transmitted at the start winning. By configuring in this way, it is possible to suggest the degree of expectation that will be a big hit, even in the case of continuous production, as in the case of the notice production.

  A plurality of types of continuous effects may be executable. In the case where a plurality of types of continuous effects can be executed, the type of the first continuous effect is determined immediately before step S8004a, a process table corresponding to the type of the first continuous effect is selected in step S8004a, and in step S8004c. What is necessary is just to select the process table for performing the 2nd continuous production according to the kind of 1st continuous production. Also in this case, according to the variation pattern and the display result of the next variation display (the variation display in which the last part of the continuous effect is executed when a continuous effect is performed over three or more variation displays). You may make it vary the ratio of which kind is performed (that is, according to big hit expectation degree etc.).

  In addition, for example, the first continuous effect is in one form (for example, a character appears), and the second continuous effect is provided in a plurality of forms (for example, a pattern in which a character passes and a pattern that stays), depending on the variation pattern and the display result. (That is, depending on the degree of big hit expectation etc.) The ratio of which aspect of the second continuous effect is executed may be varied. By configuring in this way, for example, it is possible to focus on the pattern in which the character that appeared in the first continuous effect is controlled in the second continuous effect. In addition, the second continuous effect and the notice effect may be a common effect mode, and a ratio for determining which of the plurality of modes is to be executed may be shared. By configuring in this way, it is possible to achieve consistency in the degree of expectation suggested by the notice effect and the continuous effect.

  In this embodiment, when the first continuous effect is executed at the start of one variable display, the second continuous effect is always executed in the next variable display. For example, it is also possible to determine whether or not to produce effects at the start of one variable display and at the start of the next variable display. That is, when it is determined that the effects are to be executed at the start of the first variable display and at the start of the next variable display, the continuous effects (the first continuous effect and the second continuous effect) are executed as a result. If it is determined that the effect is to be executed at the start of the first variable display and it is determined that the effect is not to be executed at the start of the next variable display, the continuous effect is not executed (only the first continuous effect is executed). Also good.

  Next, a specific example of continuous production will be described. FIG. 9 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of continuous production. In addition, in FIG. 9, the aspect of an effect screen changes in order of (1) (2) (3).

  In the example shown in FIG. 9, the effect display device 9 performs a variable display of the left, middle, and right effect symbols, and four hold displays are displayed on the combined hold storage display unit 18 c.

  Here, when the start timing of the continuous effect is reached, display control in which the character 200a appears is performed in the effect display device 9, as shown in FIG.

  Next, as shown in FIG. 9B, the blackout effect is started at a timing before the effect symbol is stopped and displayed. In the blackout effect, display control is performed so that the display screen of the effect display device 9 is completely black, and the variable display of the effect symbols displayed in the center of the display screen of the combined hold storage display unit 18c, the character 200a, and the effect display device 9 is displayed. Becomes invisible. However, strictly speaking, even during the blackout effect, while the effect symbol variation display is being executed, the effect symbol variation display is displayed small in the upper right portion of the display screen of the effect display device 9.

  In addition, the display control in which the display screen of the effect display device 9 becomes black is continuously performed during the stop display period of the effect symbol and the stop period from when the effect display is stopped until the next variable display is started. In these effects, the effect control CPU 101 controls the effect devices (effect components) such as the effect display device 9 in accordance with the process data set in the process table in the effect symbol variation processing and the effect symbol variation stop process. Is realized.

  As shown in FIG. 9 (2), even when the next variable display is started, the display control is continuously performed so that the display screen of the effect display device 9 becomes black from the beginning. Then, when a predetermined period has elapsed since the start of the next variation display, as shown in FIG. 9 (3), the blackout is canceled, and the variation display of the left, middle and right effect symbols at the center of the display area of the effect display device 9. Is displayed, and the hold display and the character 200a of the combined hold storage display unit 18c are displayed. In these processes, the effect control CPU 101 controls the effect devices (effect parts) such as the effect display device 9 in accordance with the process data set in the process table in the next process of changing display effect design. It is realized by.

  In FIG. 9 (1) and FIG. 9 (3), the same character 200a is displayed in the same area, and it appears that the same variation display is executed before and after the blackout effect. During the performance, the previous variation display is finished and a new variation display is started. Therefore, in FIG. 9 (1), four hold displays are displayed on the combined hold storage display unit 18c, whereas in FIG. 9 (3), three hold displays are displayed.

  As shown in FIG. 9, in this embodiment, when the shortened variation display is started when the total pending storage number is 4, the blackout effect is executed after the effect of making the character 200a appear ( That is, the first continuous effect in the previous variable display is executed). These effects are continuously performed at the timing when the effect symbol is stopped and displayed, and during the stop period after the stop display until the next variable display is started. Further, when the next variation display is started, the blackout effect is continuously executed from the beginning, and after a predetermined period, the blackout is canceled and the effect of causing the character 200a to appear is executed (that is, the later variation). The second continuous effect in the display is executed).

  In this manner, the blackout effect is executed from the middle of the previous shortened variation display to the middle of the next variation display, and the effect of causing the same character 200a to appear before and after the blackout effect is performed. Yes. Therefore, it is possible to make it appear as if there is no shortened variation display, and it is possible to prevent the player from feeling bothered by the shortened variation display. In addition, it is difficult to secure a sufficient period for performing an effect in a shortened variation display with a short variation time, but by making the boundary with the next variation display ambiguous, a series of effects over a plurality of variation displays Can be realized without discomfort.

  It should be noted that the first continuous effect may be executable even in a variable display with a long variation time other than the shortened variable display (that is, after displaying an image of a character or the like, a blackout effect is performed halfway through the next variable display. You may do it). However, since the uncomfortable feeling occurs when the period of the blackout effect becomes long, it is desirable to execute the first continuous effect at the time of the shortened variation display.

  FIG. 10 is an explanatory diagram showing another specific example of the continuous effect. In addition, in FIG. 10, the aspect of an effect screen changes in order of (1) (2) (3).

  In the example shown in FIG. 10, an accessory effect in which the accessory 300 moves to the front of the effect display device 9 is executed instead of the blackout effect. As shown in FIG. 10 (2), due to the effect effect, the variable display of the effect symbol displayed at the center of the display screen of the combined hold storage display unit 18c, the character 200a, and the effect display device 9 becomes invisible.

  Further, the effect effect is executed from the middle of the previous shortened variation display to the middle of the next variation display, and the effect of causing the same character 200a to appear before and after the accessory effect is performed. Therefore, it is possible to make it appear as if there is no shortened variation display, and it is possible to prevent the player from feeling bothered by the shortened variation display. Moreover, a series of effects over a plurality of variable displays can be realized without a sense of incongruity.

  FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram showing another specific example of the continuous effect. In addition, in FIG. 11, the aspect of an effect screen changes in order of (1) (2) (3).

  In the example shown in FIG. 11, the display display 9 displays a variation display of the middle left and right effect symbols, and four hold displays are displayed on the combined hold storage display unit 18 c.

  Here, at the start timing of the continuous effect, as shown in FIG. 11 (1), display control in which the character 200b with a balloon appears is performed in the effect display device 9.

  Next, as shown in FIG. 11 (2), the blackout effect is started at a timing before the effect symbol is stopped and displayed. Further, even when the effect symbol is stopped and the next variable display is started, the display control is continuously performed so that the display screen of the effect display device 9 becomes black from the beginning.

  Then, when a predetermined period has elapsed since the start of the next variation display, as shown in FIG. 11 (3), the blackout is canceled, and the variation display of the middle left and right production symbols in the center of the display area of the production display device 9. Is displayed, and the character 200b in which the character 201 “from now on” is displayed in a balloon display and a balloon display of the total suspension storage display unit 18c.

  In the example shown in FIG. 11, after the blackout effect, the character 201b “coming soon” is displayed in the balloon of the character 200b, which suggests that the effect and the variable display are started. In this way, by paying attention to the character and the balloon, it is possible to make it appear as if there is no shortened variation display, and it is possible to prevent the player from feeling bothered by the shortened variation display.

  FIG. 12 is an explanatory diagram showing another specific example of the continuous effect. In addition, in FIG. 12, the aspect of an effect screen changes in order of (1) (2) (3).

  In the example shown in FIG. 12, the display display 9 displays a variation display of the middle left and right effect symbols, and four hold displays are displayed on the combined hold storage display unit 18 c.

  Here, when the start timing of the continuous effect is reached, display control in which the character 200a appears from the right side of the display area of the effect display device 9 is performed as shown in FIG.

  Next, as shown in FIG. 12 (2), the blackout effect is started at a timing before the effect symbol is stopped and displayed. Further, even when the effect symbol is stopped and the next variable display is started, the display control is continuously performed so that the display screen of the effect display device 9 becomes black from the beginning.

  When a predetermined period elapses after the next variation display is started, as shown in FIG. 12 (3), the blackout is canceled, and the variation display and hold display of the left middle right production symbol on the production display device 9 Display control in which 200a disappears to the left of the display area of the effect display device 9 is performed.

  In the example shown in FIG. 12, since the character 200a appears to move from the right side to the left side of the display area of the effect display device 9 during the period during which the blackout effect is being executed, a series of effects over a plurality of variable displays. Can be realized without a sense of incongruity, and it can appear as if there was no shortened variation display. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the player from feeling bothered by the shortened variation display.

  FIG. 13 is an explanatory diagram showing another specific example of the continuous effect. In addition, in FIG. 13, the aspect of an effect screen changes in order of (1) (2) (3).

  In the example shown in FIG. 13, the effect display device 9 performs a variable display of the left, middle, and right effect symbols, and four hold displays are displayed on the combined hold storage display unit 18 c.

  Here, at the start timing of the continuous effect, as shown in FIG. 13A, the effect display device 9 displays a character 200b with a balloon (character 202a "heat" is displayed in the balloon). Control is performed.

  Next, as shown in FIG. 13B, the blackout effect is started at a timing before the effect symbol is stopped and displayed. Due to the blackout effect, it becomes difficult to visually recognize the variation display of the effect symbol displayed at the center of the effect display device 9, the hold display, and the character 200b, but the character 202b “hot” is displayed at the position where the balloon is displayed. Is displayed.

  Then, when a predetermined period has elapsed since the start of the next variation display, as shown in FIG. 13 (3), the blackout is canceled, and the variation display of the middle left and right production symbols at the center of the display area of the production display device 9. Is displayed, and the on-hold display of the combined on-hold storage display portion 18c and the character 200b with a speech bubble (the character 202c “hot” is displayed in the speech bubble) are displayed.

  In the example shown in FIG. 13, a series of effects over a plurality of variable displays is performed by performing an effect in which the characters “hot” are sequentially displayed one by one before and after the blackout effect and during the blackout effect. It can be realized without a sense of incongruity. Further, by paying attention to the displayed characters, it is possible to make it appear as if there is no shortened variation display, and it is possible to prevent the player from feeling bothered by the shortened variation display.

  In the example of FIG. 13, the displayed characters are configured to change. However, the same characters may be continuously displayed. That is, even if the blackout effect is executed, a part of the image displayed before the execution may be continuously displayed, and the image may be displayed even after the blackout is canceled. Even with such a configuration, a series of effects over a plurality of variation displays can be realized without a sense of incongruity, and it can be displayed as if there was no shortened variation display. Can be prevented.

  FIG. 14 is an explanatory diagram showing another specific example of the continuous effect. In addition, in FIG. 14, the aspect of an effect screen changes in order of (1) (2) (3).

  In the example shown in FIG. 14, the effect display device 9 performs a variation display of the middle left and right effect symbols, and four hold displays are displayed on the combined hold storage display unit 18 c.

  Here, when it is the start timing of the continuous production, as shown in FIG. 14 (1), in the production display device 9, a character 200b with a balloon (character 202a "heat" is displayed in the balloon) appears. Control is performed.

  Next, as shown in FIG. 14 (2), at the timing before the effect symbol is stopped and displayed, the effect effect that the accessory 300 moves to the front surface of the effect display device 9 is executed. Due to the effect effect, it becomes difficult to visually recognize the variation display of the effect symbol displayed at the center of the effect display device 9, the hold display, and the character 200b. However, in the character 300, the character is displayed at the position where the balloon is displayed. 202b ′ “hot” is displayed.

  Then, when a predetermined period has elapsed since the start of the next variation display, as shown in FIG. 14 (3), the accessory 300 moves to the initial position, and the middle left and right effects in the center of the display area of the effect display device 9. In addition to displaying a variable display of symbols, a hold display of the combined hold storage display unit 18c and a character 200b with a balloon (character 202c “hot” is displayed in the balloon) are displayed.

  In the example shown in FIG. 14, a series of effects over a plurality of variable displays is performed by performing an effect in which the characters “hot” are displayed one by one in order before and after the effect rendering. It can be realized without a sense of incongruity. Further, by paying attention to the displayed characters, it is possible to make it appear as if there is no shortened variation display, and it is possible to prevent the player from feeling bothered by the shortened variation display.

  As described above, in this embodiment, a suggestion effect (for example, a continuous effect or a notice effect) suggesting that the suggestion image (for example, the image of the character 200a) is controlled to be in an advantageous state is displayed. There is provided a suggestive effect executing means that can be executed, and a specific effect executing means capable of executing a specific effect (for example, a blackout effect or an effect effect) that makes at least a part of the suggested image invisible or difficult to view. The suggestive effect executing means can execute a series of suggestive effects (for example, continuous effects) in one variable display and a variable display executed after the one variable display. The specific effect can be executed from the time point when the variable display is executed to the time point when the variable display executed after one variable display is being executed (see, for example, FIGS. 9 to 14). Therefore, attention can be paid to the specific performance, and it is possible to prevent the game entertainment from being reduced during that period.

  Moreover, in this embodiment, the suggestion effect execution means can execute the suggestion effect that displays the suggestion image (for example, the image of the character 200a) in the display area of the display means (for example, the effect display device 9). The effect execution means can execute a specific effect (for example, a blackout effect) that makes the display area of the display means a single color. Therefore, attention can be paid to the specific performance, and it is possible to prevent the game entertainment from being reduced during that period.

  Further, in this embodiment, an operable movable member (for example, an accessory 300) is provided, and the specific effect executing means moves the movable member to a position where at least a part of the suggestion image is not visible or difficult to view. A specific effect (for example, an effect effect) may be executable. By doing so, it is possible to focus attention on the specific performance, and it is possible to prevent the game entertainment from being reduced during that period.

  In this embodiment, as an example of a specific effect that makes at least a part of the suggestion image invisible or difficult to view, a case where a blackout effect or an accessory effect can be executed has been described. For example, at least a part of the suggestion image such as a cut-in effect in which a predetermined image is cut in and displayed on the effect display device 9 or an effect of causing a light guide plate provided on the front surface of the effect display device 9 to emit light is not visible or Various effects that make viewing difficult are included.

  In addition, the specific effect may reduce the visibility of the suggestion image. “Decrease in visibility” is not limited to a state where the suggested image displayed by the suggestion effect is completely invisible, a state where a part is completely invisible, a state where part or all is not always visible, a part or all of a predetermined period Including becoming invisible. In addition, for example, although the suggestion image is visible, a state in which the attention level of the suggestion effect is reduced by executing another effect with a high degree of attention is also included in the state in which the visibility of the suggestion image is reduced . Specifically, in a configuration in which a movable member is provided in the vicinity of the effect display device 9, if an effect that causes the movable member to operate or emit light during execution of the suggestion effect, the player moves naturally. Since the member is closely watched, the visibility of the suggestion image is reduced.

  Further, in this embodiment, the suggestion effect execution means displays a start effect (for example, the character 201 “from now on” in the balloon) that suggests that the suggestion effect is started. You may make it include the start production | presentation execution means which can perform FIG.11 (3) execution. By doing so, it is possible to focus attention on the suggestion effect and improve the game entertainment.

  In this embodiment, the suggestion image displayed by the suggestion effect that is executed before and after the specific effect and the suggestion image that has not been made invisible or difficult to view by the specific effect are related to each other. The contents (for example, the characters 202a “Hot” and the characters 202c “Hot” in the balloon displayed before and after the blackout effect and the characters 202b “Hot” displayed during the blackout effect are “Hot! ”Are displayed one by one in order, and may be related to each other (see FIG. 13). By doing so, attention can be paid to the suggestion image, and it is possible to prevent a decrease in gaming interest during that period.

  Further, in this embodiment, during the execution of the specific effect, the suggestion effect (for example, the effect of displaying the character 202a “heat” in the balloon and the character 202c “hot”) is executed before and after the specific effect. A special effect execution means capable of executing a special effect (for example, the character 202b ′ “hot” is displayed on the accessory 300. See FIG. 14) having a relation with the display effect) may be provided. By doing so, attention can be paid to the special effects, and it can be prevented that the game entertainment is reduced during that period.

  Further, in this embodiment, when a specific effect is executed, a restricting means for restricting the execution of other effects (for example, in the case of executing a continuous effect, a notice effect setting process for setting a notice effect is performed. This is realized by not executing (see FIG. 8). For this reason, it is possible to prevent a sense of incongruity from being produced, and to prevent the game entertainment from being lowered.

  In the above-described embodiment, in order to notify the effect control microcomputer 100 of the change pattern indicating the change mode such as the change time, the type of reach effect, the presence / absence of the pseudo-ream, etc., 1 Although an example in which one variation pattern command is transmitted has been shown, the variation pattern may be notified to the effect control microcomputer 100 by two or more commands. Specifically, in the case of notifying by two commands, the game control microcomputer 560 uses the first command to indicate whether there is a pseudo-ream, a slip effect, etc. before reaching (so-called if not reach). A command indicating the variation time and variation mode before the second stop) is transmitted, and the second command has reached the reach such as the type of reach and presence / absence of re-lottery effect (if the reach is not reach, so-called first) You may make it transmit the command which shows the fluctuation | variation time and fluctuation | variation aspect (after 2 stop). In this case, the effect control microcomputer 100 may perform effect control in variable display based on the variable time derived from the combination of two commands. The game control microcomputer 560 notifies the change time by each of the two commands, and the effect control microcomputer 100 selects the specific change mode executed at each timing. It may be. When sending two commands, two commands may be sent within the same timer interrupt. After sending the first command, a certain period of time has passed (for example, the next timer interrupt). The second command may be transmitted. Note that the variation mode indicated by each command is not limited to this example, and the order of transmission can be appropriately changed. In this way, by notifying the variation pattern by two or more commands, the amount of data that must be stored as the variation pattern command can be reduced.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, “the ratio is different” is not limited to only those having different ratios such as A: B = 70%: 30% or A: B = 30%: 70%, This is a concept including a ratio that is different in a relationship of A: B = 100%: 0% (that is, one with 100% allocation and the other with 0% allocation).

  In the above-described embodiment, the production control board 80, the audio output board 70, and the lamp driver board 35 are provided as the boards on which the circuit for controlling the production apparatus is mounted. You may mount on one board | substrate. Further, a first effect control board (display control board) on which a circuit for controlling the effect display device 9 and the like is mounted and a circuit for controlling other effect devices (lamps, LEDs, speakers 27, etc.) are mounted. You may make it provide two board | substrates with two production | presentation control boards.

  In the above-described embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 directly transmits a command to the effect control microcomputer 100. However, the game control microcomputer 560 transmits another command (for example, FIG. 3). The sound output board 70 and the lamp driver board 35 shown in FIG. 5 or the sound / lamp board having the function of the circuit mounted on the sound output board 70 and the function of the circuit mounted on the lamp driver board 35). A control command may be transmitted and transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100 on the effect control board 80 via another board. In that case, the command may simply pass through another board, or the sound output board 70, the lamp driver board 35, and the sound / lamp board are equipped with control means such as a microcomputer, and the control means receives the command. In response to this, control related to sound control and lamp control is executed, and the received command is changed as it is or, for example, to a simplified command to control the effect display device 9. You may make it transmit to. Even in that case, the effect control microcomputer 100 performs the display control in accordance with the effect control command directly received from the game control microcomputer 560 in the above-described embodiment. Display control can be performed in accordance with commands received from the board 35 or the sound / lamp board.

  In the above embodiment, a pachinko machine is taken as an example of the gaming machine. However, according to the present invention, a predetermined number of bets are set by inserting medals, and a plurality of types are set according to the operation of the operation lever by the player. When the symbol is rotated and the symbol is stopped according to the stop button operation by the player, if the combination of the stop symbol becomes a specific symbol combination, it applies to a slot machine in which a predetermined number of medals are paid out to the player It is also possible.

  In the above embodiment, the game machine uses a game medium as an example. However, the game machine according to the present invention is not limited to a game machine that pays out a predetermined number of game media, and a game ball The present invention can also be applied to an enclosed game machine that encloses game media such as the above and gives a score when a prize granting condition is satisfied.

  Also, in the above embodiment, the gaming machine that is controlled to the probability variation state after the big hit game is based on the fact that the big hit type is a probable big hit or a normal big hit and the big hit type is determined to be a promiscuous big hit. It is not limited to such a gaming machine. For example, a special variable winning ball apparatus in which a predetermined probability changing area is provided (a certain variable winning ball apparatus may be provided in a single special variable winning ball apparatus, or a plurality of special variable winning balls may be provided. A probability variation area may be provided in a part of the device), and the probability variation is determined based on the fact that the game ball has passed through the probability variation area in the special variable winning ball device during the big hit game. The configuration described in the above embodiment can also be applied to a gaming machine that is controlled to a certain change state after the completion.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, for example, a case where a plurality of types of special symbols and production symbols “1” to “9” are variably displayed and the display result is derived and displayed is shown. It cannot be caught. For example, the symbol that is variably displayed and the symbol that is derived and displayed are not necessarily the same, and a symbol that is different from the symbol that is variably displayed may be derived and displayed. Further, it is not always necessary to variably display a plurality of types of symbols, and variable display may be executed using only one type of symbols. In this case, for example, variable display may be executed by alternately turning on and blinking one kind of symbol display. Even in this case, one type of symbol used for the variable display may be derived and displayed last, or a symbol different from the one type of symbol may be derived and displayed last. It may be a thing.

  In the above embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 performs a display result (whether it is a big hit) or a variation pattern type winning determination (prefetching determination), and transmits a command indicating the winning determination result. Although the pre-reading notice effect is executed on the side of the effect control microcomputer 100 based on the command indicating the winning determination result, the present invention is not limited to such a mode. For example, the effect control microcomputer 100 The winning side determination (pre-reading determination) may be performed on the side. In this case, for example, the game control microcomputer 560 transmits a command for designating only the values of the jackpot determination random number (random R) and the variation pattern type determination random number (random 2) extracted at the time of starting winning. In addition, the presentation control microcomputer 100 side may be configured to make a winning determination (pre-reading determination) based on random number values specified by these commands.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Pachinko machine 8a 1st special symbol display device 8b 2nd special symbol display device 9 Production display device 13 1st starting winning port 14 2nd starting winning port 18c Total holding memory display part 20 Special variable winning ball device 31 Game control board (Main board)
56 CPU
560 Game control microcomputer 80 Production control board 100 Production control microcomputer 101 Production control CPU

Claims (1)

A gaming machine that performs variable display and can be controlled to an advantageous state advantageous to the player,
Suggestion effect execution means capable of executing an suggestion effect suggesting that the advantageous state is controlled by displaying the suggestion image;
A specific effect execution means capable of executing a specific effect that makes at least part of the suggestion image invisible or difficult to view,
The suggestion effect executing means is capable of executing a series of suggestion effects in one variable display and a variable display executed after the one variable display,
The specific effect executing means is capable of executing a specific effect from a time point during execution of the one variable display to a time point during execution of a variable display executed after the one variable display. Machine.