JP5148101B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

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  The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine, and more specifically, a predetermined game can be performed using a game ball, and a first start area or a second start area provided in the game area A variable display device for variably displaying a plurality of types of identification information that can be identified based on the winning of a game ball and deriving and displaying the display result, and the specific display result is derived and displayed on the variable display device The present invention relates to a gaming machine that shifts to a specific gaming state that is sometimes advantageous to a player.

  As a gaming machine, a game medium such as a game ball is launched into a game area by a launching device, and when a game medium wins a prize area such as a prize opening provided in the game area, a predetermined number of prize balls are paid out to the player. There is something to be done. Furthermore, a variable display device capable of variably displaying the identification information (also referred to as “fluctuation”) is provided, which is advantageous to the player when the display result of the variable display of the identification information becomes the specific display result in the variable display device. Some are configured to be controllable to a specific gaming state.

  The specific game state means a state advantageous for a player who is given a predetermined game value. Specifically, the specific game state is, for example, a state in which a special variable winning device is advantageous for a player who is likely to win a ball (a big hit game state), or a state in which a right to be advantageous for a player has occurred. In this state, a predetermined game value such as a state where conditions for paying out premium game media are easily established is given.

  In such a gaming machine, the fact that the display result of the variable display device that displays the symbol as identification information is a combination of specific display modes (specific display result) determined in advance is generally called “big hit”. 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, 15 rounds). An opening time (for example, 29.5 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. Further, when a predetermined condition (for example, winning in the V zone provided in the big prize opening) is not established at the time when the big prize opening is closed, the big hit gaming state is ended.

  In the variable display device, the symbols other than the symbol that becomes the last stop symbol (for example, the middle symbol of the left and right middle symbols) continue for a predetermined time and stop, swing, or expand in a state that matches the specific display result. The possibility of big hits continues before the final result is displayed due to a reduced or deformed state, or multiple symbols changing synchronously with the same symbol, or the position of the display symbol changing. An effect performed in a state in which the player is in a state (hereinafter, these states are referred to as reach states) is referred to as reach effect. Further, the reach state and its state are referred to as a reach mode. Furthermore, variable display including reach production is called reach variable display. Then, when the display result of the symbol variably displayed on the variable display device is not a specific display result, it becomes “out of” and the variability display state ends. A player plays a game while enjoying how to generate a big hit.

In addition, there is a gaming machine in which a stage capable of visually recognizing the behavior of a gaming ball is provided in the gaming area in order to enhance the interest of the player (for example, Patent Document 1). In such a gaming machine, the game ball that has entered the stage is reciprocated several times in the right and left, and then falls forward from the stage and is discharged out of the stage. At this time, one out of several game balls dropped from the stage wins a winning opening provided just below the stage. In other words, the player has the expectation that the game ball will enter the prize opening until the game ball falls from the stage and is guided toward the prize opening. Will be watching.

By the way, in the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1, there is provided an electric tulip (ordinary electric accessory) that performs an opening / closing operation that makes it easy to win a game ball when a normal symbol becomes a winning symbol. However, no measures have been taken to prevent fraudulent acts regarding this electric tulip. Therefore, it can happen that the amusement shop suffers a disadvantage due to an illegal act against the electric tulip.
JP 2000-51448 A

  The present invention has been made in view of the above circumstances, and provides a gaming machine provided with a stage, which can prevent an illegal act with respect to a variable winning device (an electric tulip, an ordinary electric accessory). The purpose is to do.

The gaming machine according to the present invention can play a predetermined game using a game ball, and a first start area (for example, a stage start winning opening 40) or a second start area (for example, a stage start winning opening 40) provided in the game area. A variable display device that variably displays a plurality of types of identification information (for example, special symbols and decorative symbols) that can be distinguished from each other based on the winning of a game ball in the second start winning opening 14) and displays the display result. (For example, a special symbol display 8 or a variable display device 9), and a specific game state (for example, a big hit game state) advantageous to the player when a specific display result (for example, a big hit symbol) is derived and displayed on the variable display device ) (For example, a pachinko gaming machine 1) that is provided in the gaming area and allows the player to visually observe the behavior of the gaming ball (for example, the stage 12 or the two-stage stay). 43), a detection means (for example, the second start port switch 14a) for detecting the game ball won in the second start area and outputting a detection signal, and a game control means (for example, the CPU 56) for controlling the progress of the game. A game control microcomputer 560) and a presentation device (eg, variable display device 9, speaker, lamp / LED, etc.) including a variable display device based on a command (eg, production control command) transmitted by the game control means. And an effect control means (for example, an effect control microcomputer 100) for controlling, the first start area is provided on the stage, and the second start area is a closed state in which no game ball is won and the game It is composed of a variable winning device (for example, a variable winning ball device 15, a normal electric accessory) that can be changed to an open state in which a ball can be won. Is a variable display command transmitting means (for example, a decoration in the game control microcomputer 560) that transmits a variable display command (for example, a variation pattern command) that can specify the start of variable display of the identification information and the variable display time in the variable display device. Of the symbol command control process (step S29), the part that executes the control for transmitting the variation pattern command) and the open / close determining means for determining the open / closed state of the variable winning device (for example, step S261 or step in the game control microcomputer 560) And when the variable winning device is determined to be in an open state other than the open state (for example, N in step S261 or Y in step S184), the second determination is made by the detection unit. A winning game ball in the starting area is detected. Based on the above (for example, N in step S264 or Y in step S188), an abnormality notification command transmission means (for example, an abnormal winning notification 1 designation command) for instructing execution of abnormality notification (for example, abnormal winning notification 1 designation command) The step S265, S266 or the step S189, S190 of the game control microcomputer 560) is performed, and the effect control means is identified by the variable display device based on the variable display command transmitted by the variable display command transmission means. Variable display control means for starting variable display of information and deriving and displaying the display result on the variable display device when the variable display time has elapsed (for example, a portion for executing steps S800 to S803 in the production control microcomputer 100); Anomaly notification command transmission means sends Abnormality notification means (for example, a part for executing step S707 (FIG. 78) in the production control microcomputer 100) that performs abnormality notification by the effect device based on the abnormality notification command. , Ri executable der abnormality notification even when the variable display control means is executing the variable display of the identification information on the variable display device (e.g., the attraction control microcomputer 100, step S1006~S1019, S845A, S845C If the game ball rolling on the stage has not won the first start area, the game ball that has not won the second stage is the second stage. The start area is formed so as to be able to win a prize (for example, formed as shown in FIG. 2B). Is a predetermined upper limit storage number for determining whether or not to make the specific display result for variable display of identification information that has not yet started even though a game ball has won in the second starting area A hold storage means (for example, a hold storage buffer formed in the RAM 55) that can be stored as the hold information within the range of, and a hold display that displays hold specific information corresponding to the hold information stored in the hold storage means Means (for example, a special symbol hold storage display 18), and the variable display control means executes variable display of identification information based on the winning of a game ball in the first starting area. And variable display of the identification information based on the fact that the game ball has won in the second starting area, the variable display is performed in a different manner, the hold display means, The hold specific information corresponding to winning in the first start area and the hold specifying information corresponding to winning in the second start area are displayed in different modes .
With this configuration, it is possible to notify that a winning abnormality has occurred due to an illegal act on the variable winning device, and as a result, it is possible to reliably prevent an illegal act on the variable winning device. In addition, since the game can be continued even when the winning abnormality is notified, the player is not disadvantaged even when the notification is made due to a malfunction.
Further, in the specific gaming state, a special variable winning device (for example, a special variable winning ball device 20 that forms a big winning opening) that can be changed from a state in which a game ball does not win to a state where it is easy to win, and the special variable winning device. Winning detection means (for example, a count switch 23) for detecting a game ball won and outputting a winning detection signal, wherein the game control means inputs the winning detection signal from the winning detection means A winning determination means for determining whether or not the game control microcomputer 560 executes the processes of steps S257 and S258, and in the gaming state other than the specific gaming state, the winning determination means detects the winning detection signal. On the basis of the input of an abnormality notification command (for example, an abnormal winning notification 2 designation command) for instructing execution of abnormality notification. Based on special abnormality notification command transmission means (for example, a portion for executing the processing of steps S259 and S260 in the game control microcomputer 560) and data indicating the game progress state (for example, a game control process flag). State control means for controlling the state of the special variable winning device (for example, a part for executing the processing of steps S300 to S310 in the game control microcomputer 560), wherein the state control means is the game progress state. The special variable winning device is controlled so that the game ball is likely to win a prize when the data indicating the value is a predetermined value (for example, “4”), and the special abnormality notification command transmitting means indicates the game progress state. When the data is a numerical value equal to or greater than the predetermined value, the process is controlled to instruct the execution of abnormality notification. (For example, if Y is determined in step S255, the processing of steps S257 and S258 is not executed), and the abnormality notification unit is based on the abnormality notification command transmitted by the abnormality notification command transmission unit or the special abnormality notification command transmission unit. The abnormality notification may be executed by the effect device.

The game control means is a cumulative storage means for accumulating and storing the number of winnings in the second starting area detected by the detecting means when the variable winning device is determined to be other than the open state by the open / close determining means. For example, the abnormality notification command transmission means transmits an abnormality notification command based on the number of winnings stored in the accumulation storage means (for example, the count value of the winning accumulation number counter) (for example, a game) The part that executes step S264B in the control microcomputer 560) may be configured.
As described above, since the number of winnings is cumulatively counted, it is possible to more accurately determine and notify an illegal act.

In another aspect of the gaming machine according to the present invention, a predetermined game can be performed using a game ball, and a first start area (for example, a stage start winning opening 40) provided in the game area or a second Based on the winning of a game ball in the starting area (for example, the second starting winning opening 14), a plurality of types of identification information (for example, special symbols and decorative symbols) can be variably displayed, and the display result is derived and displayed. A variable display device (for example, a special symbol display 8 or a variable display device 9), and a specific gaming state (for example, advantageous for the player when a specific display result (for example, a big hit symbol) is derived and displayed on the variable display device. For example, a gaming machine (for example, a pachinko gaming machine 1) that is shifted to a big hit gaming state, which is provided in a gaming area and allows a player to visually recognize the behavior of a gaming ball (for example, stage 12 or A stage stage 43), a detection means (for example, the second start port switch 14a) for detecting a game ball won in the second start area and outputting a detection signal, and a game control means for controlling the progress of the game (for example, Based on a game control microcomputer 560 including a CPU 56 and a command (for example, an effect control command) transmitted by the game control means, an effect device including a variable display device (for example, a variable display device 9, a speaker, a lamp / LED, etc.) ), And the first start area is provided on the stage, and the second start area is a closed state in which no game ball is won. And a variable winning device (for example, a variable winning ball device 15, a normal electric accessory) that can be changed to an open state in which a game ball can be won. The technique control means is a variable display command transmission means (for example, a game control microcomputer) that transmits a variable display command (for example, a variation pattern command) that can specify a variable display start and variable display time of identification information in the variable display device. The decorative symbol command control process (step S29) in 560 executes the control for transmitting the variation pattern command, and the open / close determining means for determining the open / closed state of the variable winning device (eg, step in the game control microcomputer 560). When the variable winning device is determined to be other than the open state by the open / close determination means (for example, N in step S261 or Y in step S184), the detection means A winning game ball in the starting area of 2 is detected Based on this, abnormal winning command transmission means (for example, steps S265A and S266 in the game control microcomputer 560) that transmits an abnormal winning command (for example, an abnormal winning detection designation command) indicating that there has been an abnormal winning. The execution control means includes a portion to be executed, and a portion that performs processing for transmitting the abnormal winning detection designation command as it is without executing steps S188A to S188C when it is determined as Y in step S188 in FIG. The variable display control means for starting the variable display of the identification information in the variable display device based on the variable display command transmitted by the variable display command transmitting means, and deriving and displaying the display result on the variable display device when the variable display time has elapsed. (For example, step in the production control microcomputer 100 800 to S803) and an abnormal notification means (for example, production control) that determines that the state is an abnormal winning state based on the abnormal winning command transmitted by the abnormal winning command transmission means and performs abnormality notification by the effect device. The abnormality notifying means is abnormal even when the variable display control means is executing variable display of identification information in the variable display device. Ri executable der notification (e.g., the attraction control microcomputer 100, step S1006A~S1019, S845A, it is possible to perform the process of S845C), the stage is a game ball that rolls on the stage If the first starting area is not won, the game balls that have not won are It is formed so as to be able to win the moving area (for example, as shown in FIG. 2B), and it is still in spite of the game ball winning in the first starting area or the second starting area. With respect to variable display of identification information that has not been started, information for determining whether or not to obtain the specific display result is a storage device that can store information as storage information within a predetermined upper limit storage number (for example, in the RAM 55). A hold storage buffer that is formed), and a hold display means (for example, a special symbol hold storage display 18) that displays hold specific information corresponding to the hold information stored in the hold storage means And the variable display control means executes the variable display of the identification information based on the winning of the game ball in the first start area and the game ball wins in the second start area. When the variable display of the identification information is performed based on the variable display, the variable display is performed in a different manner, and the hold display means corresponds to the hold specific information corresponding to the winning to the first start area, The hold specific information corresponding to the winning in the second start area is displayed in a different manner .
With this configuration, it is possible to notify that a winning abnormality has occurred due to an illegal act on the variable winning device, and as a result, it is possible to reliably prevent an illegal act on the variable winning device. In addition, since the game can be continued even when the winning abnormality is notified, the player is not disadvantaged even when the notification is made due to a malfunction. Furthermore, since the fraudulent act is determined by the effect control means, the load on the game control means can be reduced.
Further, in the specific gaming state, a special variable winning device (for example, a special variable winning ball device 20 that forms a big winning opening) that can be changed from a state in which a game ball does not win to a state where it is easy to win, and the special variable winning device. Winning detection means (for example, a count switch 23) for detecting a game ball won and outputting a winning detection signal, wherein the game control means inputs the winning detection signal from the winning detection means Based on the winning determination means for determining whether or not (for example, the portion of the game control microcomputer 560 that executes steps S257 and S258) and the winning determination means input the winning detection signal, A winning command that transmits a winning detection command (for example, a winning detection designation command) indicating that there has been a winning in the special variable winning device. Transmission means (for example, a part of the game control microcomputer 560 that executes the processes of steps S259A and S260), and the effect control means is based on data indicating the game progress state (for example, an effect control process flag). State control means for controlling the effect device including the variable display device (for example, in the effect control microcomputer 100, a part for executing the processing of steps S800 to S808), and the state control means When the data indicating the game progress state is a predetermined value (for example, “4”), the effect control in the specific game state is performed, and the abnormality notifying unit transmits the winning detection command by the winning command transmitting unit. When the data indicating the game progress state is a numerical value less than the predetermined value (for example, Step If it is determined that N at S648B), and determined to be abnormal winning state may be configured to perform the abnormality notification by the performance apparatus.

The effect control means calculates the abnormal winning number to the second start area detected by the detecting means when the open / close determining means determines that the variable winning device is other than the open state based on the abnormal winning command. Accumulation storage means (for example, abnormal winning accumulation number counter) for accumulating storage is included, and the abnormality notifying means is in an abnormal winning state based on the abnormal winning number (for example, the count value of the abnormal winning accumulation number counter) stored cumulatively by the accumulation storage means (For example, the part in step S649C in the production control microcomputer 100 that executes step S649C), and the production device may be configured to perform abnormality notification.
As described above, since the abnormal winning number is cumulatively counted, it is possible to more accurately determine and notify the illegal act. In addition, the production control means cumulatively counts the number of abnormal winnings and thereby determines fraud, so the load on the game control means can be reduced.

Variable display device include those special symbols are variably displayed (e.g. special symbol display 8), variable display of the special symbols based on the game ball is finished in the first start-up area or the second start region be one that initiates a sensor for detecting the winning to the first starting region and the second start-up region (e.g., the second start hole switch 14a and the stage start-up hole switch 40a) is provided in each It may be configured as follows.
Thereby, even if the first start area and the second start area fluctuate a common special figure, the winning in the second start area when the variable winning device is other than the open state is ensured. It is possible to detect and accurately notify abnormality.

A third start area (first start winning opening 13) is further provided in the game area, and the variable display device is capable of identifying a plurality of types that can identify each based on the winning of the game ball in the third start area. a gaming machine to derive displaying variable display was carried out display result information, the stage is provided on the upper portion of the second starting region or the third starting region of the game ball that ball entrance to the stage part second starting region or the third starting region of the straight upper to can be derived structures (e.g., structures that can be derived by the guide groove 19, or enter the opening 42 A ball having a structure in which a game ball can be led out through the discharge guide 36, and a recess (for example, a recess 34) and a protrusion (for example, a protrusion 38) having continuously different heights, and a rear side Restriction part (for example, restriction part 22) for restricting rolling to The concave portion and the convex portion have a structure in which a game ball can roll along the concave portion and the convex portion, and the convex portion is provided at a substantially central portion of the stage, and the top portion thereof is on the rear side. A game that has a guide groove (for example, guide groove 17) that is inclined so as to be lowered and can be guided rearward depending on the speed at which the game ball rolls, and the restricting portion rolls the guide groove. sphere has an opening which can be ball entrance (e.g. stage start winning opening 40), opening is a first starting region, a recess on both sides of the convex portion, the first start region The game ball that has not entered may be configured to be discharged from the inclined surface that is inclined forward (for example, the inclined surface of the recessed portion 34) of the recessed portion to the front surface.
With such a configuration, it is possible to enhance interest when a game ball enters the stage.

  Hereinafter, an embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings.

Embodiment 1 FIG.
First, the overall configuration of a pachinko gaming machine that is an example of a gaming machine will be described. FIG. 1 is a front view of a pachinko gaming machine as viewed from the front. In the following embodiments, a pachinko gaming machine will be described as an example. However, the gaming machine according to the present invention is not limited to a pachinko gaming machine, and can be applied to other gaming machines such as a slot machine.

  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) installed to be openable and closable with respect to the outer frame, a mechanism plate to which mechanism parts and the like are attached, and various parts attached to them (excluding a game board described later). Is a structure including

  As shown in FIG. 1, the pachinko gaming machine 1 has a glass door frame 2 formed in a frame shape. 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, an extra ball receiving tray 4 for storing game balls that cannot be accommodated in the hit ball supply tray 3 and a hitting operation handle (operation knob) 5 for launching the game balls are provided. 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.

  Near the center of the game area 7, each is identified based on the establishment of a predetermined start condition (for example, the hit ball has won the first start winning opening 13, the second starting winning opening 14 or the stage start winning opening 40). A variable display device 9 is provided that variably displays a plurality of types of decorative designs for effects and derives and displays a display result. In this embodiment, the variable display device 9 is constituted by a liquid crystal display device (LCD), and is configured such that decorative symbols are displayed and controlled in three display areas (decorative symbol display areas) of left, middle, and right. Yes. Note that winning means that a game ball has entered a predetermined area such as a winning opening. Deriving and displaying the display result means that the symbol is stopped and displayed (except for a temporary stop before so-called re-variation).

  In this embodiment, the symbols “0” to “9” are used as decorative symbols displayed in the three display areas of the variable display device 9. During variable display (fluctuation) of decorative symbols, in principle, decorative symbols “0” to “9” are displayed in numerical order.

  On the right side of the variable display device 9, a special symbol display device (special symbol display device) 8 for variably displaying a special symbol as identification information is provided. In this embodiment, the special symbol display 8 is realized by a simple and small display (for example, 7 segment LED) capable of variably displaying numbers “0” to “9”, for example. The special symbol display 8 may be configured to variably display more types of numbers such as “0” to “99” in order to make it difficult for the player to grasp a specific stop symbol.

  The variable display device 9 performs variable display of a decorative symbol as a symbol for decoration (production) during the variable symbol display period of the special symbol by the special symbol indicator 8. The variable display device 9 that performs variable display of decorative symbols is controlled by the effect control microcomputer 100 mounted on the effect control board 80. The special symbol display 8 that performs variable display of the special symbol is controlled by a game control microcomputer 560 mounted on the game control board.

  On the right side of the variable display device 9, the number of valid winning balls that have entered the first start winning opening 13, the second starting winning opening 14, and the stage start winning opening 40, that is, the number of held memories (also referred to as start memory or start winning memory). There is provided a special symbol storage memory display 18 composed of four displays for displaying. Every time there is an effective start prize, the display color of one display is changed. Each time the variable display on the special symbol display 8 is started, the display color of one display is restored. In this example, since the special symbol display 8 and the special symbol hold memory display 18 are provided separately, the number of hold memories can be displayed even during variable display. In the display area of the variable display device 9, a special symbol reserved storage display area including four display areas for displaying the number of reserved memories may be provided. Further, in this embodiment, the upper limit value of the number of reserved memories is 4, but the upper limit value may be a larger value. Further, the upper limit value may be changed according to the gaming state.

  Below the variable display device 9, there is formed a first start winning opening 13 through which a game ball can be won. 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.

  Further, a second start winning opening 14 is formed immediately below the first starting winning opening 13. The second start winning opening 14 is provided with a variable winning ball apparatus 15 that opens and closes. When the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is in the physically closed state, the game ball does not win the second starting winning hole 14, and when the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is in the physically open state, the second start winning prize is obtained. A game ball can be won in the mouth 14. The variable winning ball device 15 is opened and closed by a solenoid 16. When the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is in the open state, it becomes easy for the game ball to win the second start winning opening 14 (easy to start winning), which is advantageous for the player. The game ball that has won the second start winning opening 14 is guided to the back of the game board 6 and detected by the second start opening switch 14a. The first start winning opening 13 and the second start winning opening 14 are independent start winning openings. Since the start port switches (the first start port switch 13a and the second start port switch 14a) are respectively provided, it is possible to determine which winning port has been won.

  Below the second start winning opening 14, there is provided a special variable winning ball apparatus 20 that is opened by the solenoid 21 in the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state. The special variable winning ball apparatus 20 includes an opening / closing plate and forms a large winning opening. The game ball that has entered the big prize opening is detected by the count switch 23.

  Above the variable display device 9, a normal symbol display 10 is provided. The normal symbol display 10 variably displays a plurality of types of identification information (for example, “◯” and “x”) called normal symbols.

  When the game ball passes through the gate 32 and is detected by the gate switch 32a, the variable display of the normal symbol display 10 is started. In this embodiment, variable display is performed by alternately lighting the left and right lamps (a symbol can be visually recognized when the lamp is lit). For example, if the left lamp is lit when the variable display ends, it is a hit. When the stop symbol on the normal symbol display 10 is a predetermined symbol (winning symbol), the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is opened for a predetermined time for a predetermined number of times. That is, the state of the variable winning ball device 15 changes from a disadvantageous state to a player's advantageous state when the normal symbol is a winning symbol. 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 balls passing through the gate 32 is provided. Each time there is a game ball passing to the gate 32, the normal symbol hold memory display 41 increments the LED 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.

  The game board 6 is provided with a plurality of winning holes 29, 30, 33, and winning of game balls to the winning holes 29, 30, 33 is detected by winning hole switches 29a, 30a, 33a, respectively. Each winning opening 29, 30, 33 constitutes a winning area provided in the game board 6 as an area for accepting game balls and allowing winning. The first start winning opening 13, the second starting winning opening 14, the big winning opening, and the stage starting winning opening 40 also constitute a winning area that accepts a game ball and allows winning. A decorative lamp 25 blinkingly displayed during the game is provided around the left and right of the game area 7 of the game board 6, and an out port 26 into which a hit ball that has not won a prize is taken in at the bottom. In addition, two speakers 27 that utter sound effects and sounds as predetermined sound outputs are provided on the left and right upper portions outside the game area 7. On the outer periphery of the game area 7, a top frame lamp 28a, a left frame lamp 28b, and a right frame lamp 28c are provided. Further, a decoration LED is installed around each structure (such as a big prize opening) in the game area 7. The top frame lamp 28a, the left frame lamp 28b, the right frame lamp 28c, and the decorative LED are examples of a decorative light emitter provided in the gaming machine.

  In addition, a gaming stage 12 is provided immediately above the first start winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14. The stage 12 is formed such that a game ball entered from the stage entrance 11 can reciprocate and roll. The stage entrance 11 is provided at such a height that the entered game ball has energy capable of rolling back and forth on the stage. The game balls that roll back and forth on the stage 12 are discharged to the game area 7 from the front side. Further, a part of the game balls that roll back and forth on the stage 12 wins the stage start winning opening 40.

  FIG. 2 is a perspective view of the stage 12. As shown in FIG. 2A, the stage 12 is formed of a concave portion 34 and a convex portion 38 having continuously different heights. Further, the stage 12 is provided with a restricting portion 22 that restricts the backward rolling. The recess 34 is inclined so as to be lowered toward the front side, and a part of the game ball is discharged from the recess 34 to the front side. A guide groove 17 and a guide groove 19 are formed on the top of the convex portion 38. The guide groove 17 is inclined so as to be lowered to the rear side, and depending on the speed at which the game ball rolls, as shown in FIG. 2B, the game ball is moved to the rear side (stage start winning opening 40). Guide is possible. Further, the guide groove 19 is inclined so as to be lowered to the front side, and as shown in FIG. 2B, to the front side (directly above the first start winning port 13 and the second starting winning port 14). Guide is possible. Further, the regulation unit 22 is provided with a stage start winning opening 40. The game ball that has won the stage start winning opening 40 is guided to the back of the game board 6 and detected by the stage start opening switch 40a. It should be noted that determination of abnormal winning in the stage start winning opening 40 is not performed. Further, the stage start winning opening 40 may be configured by a variable winning ball apparatus, such as providing a shutter that can be opened and closed on the stage 12. In this case, a winning to the stage start winning opening 40 in a state other than the open state of the variable winning device may be determined as an abnormal winning.

  Also, below the left speaker 27 is provided a prize ball LED 51 that is lit while paying out the prize ball, and below the right speaker 27 is provided a ball cut LED 52 that is lit when the supply ball is cut. Yes. Further, a prepaid card unit that enables lending of a ball by inserting a prepaid card is installed adjacent to the pachinko gaming machine 1 (not shown).

  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. When the game ball enters the first start winning opening 13 or the second start winning opening 14 and is detected by the first start opening switch 13a or the second start opening switch 14a, or the game ball enters the stage start winning opening 40 and starts the stage. If detected by the mouth switch 40a, if the special symbol variable display can be started (for example, the end of the big hit game or the end of the previous variable display), the special symbol display unit 8 variable display (variation) of the special symbol Is started, and the variable display device 9 starts variable display of decorative symbols. If the variable symbol special display cannot be started, the reserved memory number for the special symbol storage memory display 18 is increased by one.

  In this embodiment, the number of the special symbol display 8 and the special symbol hold storage display 18 is one, but a plurality of them may be present. For example, the special symbol display 8 may be provided with a first special symbol display area and a second special symbol display area. Then, the special symbol hold memory display 18 is composed of four displays, each of which includes a first special symbol hold storage display area corresponding to the first special symbol display area and a second special symbol display area corresponding to the second special symbol display area. And a symbol hold storage display area. In this case, when the game ball wins the second start winning opening 14 or the stage start winning opening 40, the variable display of the special symbol is started in the first special symbol display area, and when the game ball wins the first start winning opening 13, You may make it start the variable display of a special symbol in a special symbol display area. When the game ball wins the second start winning opening 14, the special symbol variable display is started in the first special symbol display area, and when the game ball wins the first start winning opening 13 or the stage start winning opening 40, the second special symbol is displayed. You may make it start the variable display of a special symbol in a display area. Further, when the game ball wins the stage start winning opening 40, the variable display of the special symbol is started in the first special symbol display area, and when the game ball wins the first start winning opening 13 or the second start winning opening 14, the second special symbol is displayed. Variable display of special symbols may be started in the display area. The correspondence relationship between the start winning award and the special symbol display is arbitrary. In this case, variable display of the special symbol may be performed at the same time, or while one of the variable displays is variably displayed, the other variable display may be stopped. When performing simultaneously, the variable display device 9 prepares decorative symbols corresponding to the first special symbol display region and the second special symbol display region, respectively. Then, in accordance with the variable display of the first special symbol display area and the second special symbol display area, the corresponding decorative symbols may be variably displayed. Further, the variable display mode of the variable display of the decorative symbols in the variable display device 9 may be different between the case where the first special symbol display area is variably displayed and the case where the second special symbol display area is variably displayed. The same variable display mode may be used. In addition, the effects on the variable display device 9 performed based on the game ball having won the stage start winning opening 40 are easy to reach, make the decorative design special, change the sound effect, etc. The production mode may be changed by changing the number of lines (from 1 line to 5 lines, etc.). Further, when a game ball enters the stage start winning port 40 and is detected by the start port switch 40a, the special symbol hold memory display 18 uses a different display mode indicating the hold or uses another special symbol hold memory display. For example, it may be possible to identify the reserved ball that has won the stage start winning opening 40.

  The variable display of the special symbol on the special symbol display 8 and the decorative symbol on the variable display device 9 stops when a predetermined time has elapsed. When the stop symbol at the time of stoppage becomes a probable variation symbol (excluding a sudden probability variation symbol described later) or a non-probability variation symbol of the big hit symbol, it shifts to a big hit gaming state (probable big hit or non-probable big hit (also called normal big hit)). . That is, the special variable prize-winning device is opened until a predetermined time (for example, 29 seconds) elapses or until a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls have won the big prize opening. It should be noted that one round in the big hit gaming state is a period from when the special variable winning device is opened until a predetermined period elapses or until a predetermined number (for example, ten) of hitting balls wins the big winning opening. In this embodiment, when the stop symbol is changed to the jackpot gaming state based on the probability variation symbol (excluding a sudden probability variation symbol described later) or the non-probability variation symbol, the jackpot gaming state is continued for 15 rounds. The

  In addition, when the stop symbol at the time of stoppage becomes a special probability variation symbol (hereinafter referred to as a sudden probability variation symbol), a special jackpot gaming state (hereinafter referred to as “suddenly sudden”) that makes the player recognize that the gaming state has suddenly shifted to the certain probability variation state. It is called probable big hit.) In the case of sudden probability big hit, the special variable winning device is opened twice for a short period (for example, 5 seconds). In the sudden probability change big hit, it is one round from when the special variable winning device is opened until it is closed, and the gaming state of the sudden probability change big hit is continued for two rounds. It should be noted that, in the sudden odds big win, the period during which the special variable prize winning device is opened is short, and ten game balls do not win while the special variable prize winning device is open. Therefore, until ten game balls win the big prize opening. Need not be defined as one round. When a sudden odd jackpot occurs, unlike in the case of 15 round jackpots, the effects of each round do not proceed in sequence on the variable display device 9, but the game state suddenly shifts to the probable state. A special performance is performed to show the person.

  Further, when the stop symbol at the time of the stop becomes a small hit symbol, the game shifts to a small hit game state in which the game value given to the player is smaller than the big hit game state. That is, it shifts to a gaming state in which the special variable winning device is opened twice only for a short period (for example, 5 seconds). In this way, in the small hit game state, the same game value as the game value given to the player when a sudden probability change big hit occurs is given. However, unlike the case of sudden probability change big hit, the gaming state is not shifted to the probability changing state after the small hit gaming state ends. From this, the player expects the occurrence of a probable big hit suddenly rather than the small hit. Even when a small hit occurs, a special effect similar to that at the time of sudden big odd hit is executed. Such a special effect is called a two-round effect.

  In this embodiment, the variable display of the special symbol on the special symbol display 8 and the variable display of the decorative symbol on the variable display device 9 are synchronized. Here, the synchronization means that the variable display period (variable display time) is the same. In addition, the display result on the special symbol display 8 (a special symbol stop symbol) corresponds to the display result on the variable display device 9 (decorative symbol stop symbol). The correspondence between the two symbols will be described later.

  Next, the type of gaming state and the transition of gaming state will be described.

  The probability variation state (probability variation state) refers to a gaming state that is advantageous to a player who has a higher probability of making a big hit (that is, the symbol is a big hit symbol) than the normal gaming state and the short-time state.

  Also, the short time state (time shortening state) means that the special symbol variable display time (variation time) of the special symbol on the special symbol display 8 and the variable display device 9 is the normal gaming state and the probability variation state (except the probability variation time short state). It means a gaming state that is shortened. By shortening the variable display time in this way, the variable display of symbols is frequently executed, and the probability of jackpot per unit time is improved, resulting in an advantageous state for the player. In the short time state, in the normal symbol display 10, the probability that the stop symbol becomes a winning symbol is higher than the normal gaming state and the probability variation state (excluding the probability variation time short state), and the opening time and the release time in the variable winning ball device 15 are increased. One or both of the number of times is increased more than the normal game state and the probability change state (except for the probability change time short state), which is a more advantageous state for the player. Further, in the short time state, the variable symbol display time (variation time) of the normal symbol on the normal symbol display device 10 is shorter than the normal game state and the probable change state (excluding the probable change short time state), which is further advantageous for the player. It becomes a state. In addition, the probability that the stop symbol of the normal symbol becomes a winning symbol is improved, and one or both of the opening time and the number of times of opening in the variable winning ball apparatus 15 are increased, and the variable display time of the normal symbol is reduced. A normal state other than the high base state is called a low base state.

  The probability change short state means a game state that is a probability change state and a time short state. The probabilistic short time state is a very advantageous state for the player.

  In this embodiment, the gaming state transitions as follows.

(1) When the normal game state and the short-time state, the probability change symbol (excluding the sudden probability variation symbol) will be a big hit, and when the big hit game ends, the gaming state is changed from the normal game state and the short-time state to the probability change time-short state . As a result, the probability that the special symbol and the normal symbol stop symbol become a winning symbol is increased, the variation time of the special symbol and the normal symbol is shortened, and the opening time and the number of times of opening in the variable winning ball apparatus 15 are also increased.

(2) When the probability variation state and the probability variation time short state, the probability variation symbol (excluding sudden probability variation symbol) will be a big hit, and when the big hit game ends, if the game state is the probability variation state, it will shift to the probability variation time short state, When the gaming state is the short state at the time of probability change, the short state at the time of probability change is maintained without changing. As a result, the probability that the special symbol and the normal symbol stop symbol become a winning symbol is increased, the variation time of the special symbol and the normal symbol is shortened, and the opening time and the number of times of opening in the variable winning ball apparatus 15 are also increased.

(3) When the normal game state and the short-time state suddenly become a big hit with a probable change symbol, and when the big hit game is completed, the game state is shifted from the normal game state and the short-time state to a positive change state. At this time, the probability that the stop symbol of the special symbol becomes a winning symbol is increased, but the probability that the stop symbol of the normal symbol becomes a winning symbol is not increased, the fluctuation time of the special symbol and the normal symbol is not shortened, and a variable prize is awarded. The opening time and the number of times of opening in the ball device 15 cannot be increased. It should be noted that after the sudden change game is suddenly ended, the production mode is changed to the production mode (chance mode) that expects the production mode to be changed to the certainty state.

(4) When the probability change state and the probability change time short state suddenly a big hit with a probability change symbol, and when the big hit game ends, if the game state is the probability change state, the probability change state continues without changing, and the game state changes When it is in the short-time state, the state is shifted to the probability variation state. At this time, the probability that the stop symbol of the special symbol becomes a winning symbol is increased, but the probability that the stop symbol of the normal symbol becomes a winning symbol is not increased, the fluctuation time of the special symbol and the normal symbol is not shortened, and a variable prize is awarded. The opening time and the number of times of opening in the ball device 15 cannot be increased. In addition, after the sudden probability big hit game is ended, the production mode is changed to the production mode (chance mode) that expects the production mode to be changed to the probability variation state.

(5) In the normal game state and in the short-time state, a big hit is made with a non-probable variable symbol, and when the big-hit game is ended, the short-time state is controlled by a predetermined number of fluctuations (for example, 100 times) after the big hit. That is, when the gaming state is the normal gaming state, the transition from the normal gaming state to the short-time state is made a predetermined number of times of variation, and when the gaming state is the short-time state, the short-time state is continued for a predetermined number of times of variation. At this time, the variation time of the special symbol and the normal symbol is shortened, and the opening time and the number of times of opening in the variable winning ball apparatus 15 are also increased. Then, when the change of the predetermined number of changes is started, the gaming state is shifted from the short-time state to the normal gaming state.

(6) When the probability change state and the probability change time short state, a big hit is made with a non-probability variation symbol, and when the big hit game is ended, the time is controlled to a short time state by a predetermined number of fluctuations (for example, 100 times) after the big hit ends. In other words, the state is shifted from the probability variation state and the probability variation short time state to the short time state by a predetermined number of fluctuations. At this time, the variation time of the special symbol and the normal symbol is shortened, and the opening time and the number of times of opening in the variable winning ball apparatus 15 are also increased. Then, when the change of the predetermined number of changes is started, the gaming state is shifted from the short-time state to the normal gaming state.

(7) In the normal gaming state and the probability changing state, the small hit symbol is a small hit, and when the small hitting game ends, the normal gaming state and the probability changing state are continued without changing. In addition, after the end of the small hit game, the production mode is changed to the production mode (chance mode) that expects the production mode to be shifted to the certain change state.

(8) When the time-short state and the probability change time short state, the small hit symbol is a small hit, and when the small hit game ends, the time-short state and the probability change time short state are continued without change. In addition, after the end of the small hit game, the production mode is changed to the production mode (chance mode) that expects the production mode to be shifted to the certain change state.

  The transition of the gaming state as described above is an example, and the present invention is not limited to such a configuration.

  Next, the correspondence relationship between the stop symbol of the special symbol and the stop symbol of the decorative symbol (the outlier symbol of both symbols, the probability variation symbol, the non-probability variation symbol, the sudden probability variation symbol, and the small hit symbol symbol) will be described.

  As described above, the special symbols variably displayed on the special symbol display 8 are “0” to “9”. Among these, “0” to “3”, “8”, “9” are outliers, “7” is a probability variable symbol, “6” is a non-probability variable symbol, and “5” is a sudden probability variable symbol. “4” is a small hit symbol.

  Further, as described above, the left, middle and right decorative symbols variably displayed on the variable display device 9 are “0” to “9”, respectively. Here, the off-decoration symbol is a symbol in which the left, middle, and right ornament symbols are not aligned in the same symbol (for example, “358” or the like: excluding a sudden probability variation symbol and a small hit symbol described later). . Note that although the left and right decorative symbols are aligned in the same pattern (although it is a reach), the state in which only the decorative symbols in the middle are not aligned is also an outlier.

  The big hit symbol of the decorative symbol is a symbol in a state in which the decorative symbols on the left, middle and right are aligned in the same symbol. Specifically, “000”, “111”, “222”, “333”, “444”, “555”, “666”, “777”, “888”, “999”. Among these, the symbols (“111”, “333”, “555”, “777”, “999”) in a state of being arranged in an odd number of decorative symbols are probability variation symbols, and the symbols in a state of being arranged in an even number of decorative symbols (“000”, “222”, “444”, “666”, “888”) are non-probable variables.

  The suddenly probabilistic symbol of the decorative symbol is a symbol in a state in which the decorative symbols on the left, middle and right become continuous numbers. Specifically, they are “123”, “234”, “345”, “456”, “567”, “678”, “789”. The sudden probability variation symbol is a kind of jackpot symbol, but it is desirable that the sudden probability variation symbol does not easily recognize the occurrence of the jackpot symbol in order to make it appear that it has suddenly shifted to the probability variation state. For this reason, as described above, the suddenly probable symbols are different from the jackpot symbols. The above-mentioned symbol is an example of a suddenly probabilistic symbol. For example, when the left, middle, and right decorative symbols are different odd numbers, such as “135” and “357”, the suddenly probable symbol may be used.

  The small hit symbol of the decorative symbol is a symbol in a state in which the decorative symbols on the left, middle and right become continuous numbers. That is, they are the same symbols (“123”, “234”, “345”, “456”, “567”, “678”, “789”) as the suddenly probable symbols of the decorative symbols. In this way, by making the small symbol of the decorative symbol the same as the symbol of the sudden probability variation, the player cannot recognize whether the sudden sudden variation big hit or the small bonus has occurred from the stop symbol of the decorative symbol. . In addition, as described above, since the same special performance is executed in the sudden probability change big hit state and the small hit state, the player suddenly has a probability change big hit from the contents of the production, or a small hit has occurred It will not be possible to recognize. Furthermore, after the sudden odds big hit and small hits are finished, it is controlled to either the probability changing state or the normal gaming state, but in both the probability changing state and the normal gaming state, the fluctuation time of special symbols and decorative symbols is shortened. In addition, since the opening time and the number of times of opening in the variable winning ball apparatus 15 are not improved and the fluctuation time of the normal symbol is not shortened, the player cannot recognize to which state the gaming state has been changed. Therefore, the expectation for the transition to the probability change state by the player can be maintained after the sudden probability big hit or small hit ends. As for the special symbols, the sudden probability variation symbol is “5” and the small hit symbol is “4”, which are different symbols.

  Next, the reach display mode (reach) will be described. The reach display mode (reach) in this embodiment is a variable display (variable display) for decorative symbols that have not yet stopped when the stopped decorative symbols constitute a part of the jackpot symbol. And all or part of the decorative symbols are in a state of being variably displayed synchronously while constituting all or part of the jackpot symbol.

  For example, in the left, right and right display areas of the variable display device 9, the left and right display areas are displayed in a state in which a decorative symbol (for example, “7”) which is a part of the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed. The display area is still in a variable display state, and all or some of the symbols in the display area are synchronously variably displayed while constituting all or part of the jackpot symbol (for example, variable display) The variable display is performed on all of the left, middle, and right display areas in the device 9, and the variable display is always performed in a state where the same symbols are aligned), which is the reach display mode or reach.

  In addition, during the reach, an unusual performance is performed with a lamp or sound. The effect and the reach display mode in the variable display device 9 are called reach effects. Further, in the case of reach, a character (an effect display imitating a person or the like, which is different from a design (decoration design etc.)) or a background display mode (for example, color) of the variable display device 9 is displayed. May be changed.

  FIG. 3 is a block diagram showing an example of the circuit configuration of the main board (game control board) 31. FIG. 3 also shows a payout control board 37, an effect control board 80, and the like. A game control microcomputer (corresponding to a 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. That is, the game control microcomputer 560 is a one-chip microcomputer. The one-chip microcomputer only needs to incorporate at least the CPU 56 and the RAM 55, and the ROM 54 may be external or built-in. The I / O port unit 57 may be externally attached.

  The game control microcomputer 560 further includes a random number circuit 503 that generates hardware random numbers.

  In the game control microcomputer 560, the CPU 56 executes control in accordance with the program stored in the ROM 54, so that the game control microcomputer 560 (or CPU 56) executes (or performs processing) hereinafter. Specifically, the CPU 56 executes control according to a program. The same applies to microcomputers mounted on substrates other than the main substrate 31.

  Further, detection signals from the gate switch 32a, the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a, the count switch 23, the winning port switches 29a, 30a and 33a, and the stage start port switch 40a are sent to the game control microcomputer 560. An input driver circuit 58 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 special symbol display 8 that variably displays special symbols, a normal symbol display 10 that variably displays normal symbols, a special symbol hold memory display 18, and a normal symbol hold memory display 41. Perform display control.

  An information output circuit (not shown) that outputs an information output signal such as jackpot information indicating the occurrence of a jackpot gaming state to an external device such as a hall computer is also mounted on the main board 31.

  In this embodiment, the effect control means (configured by the effect control microcomputer) mounted on the effect control board 80 receives the effect control command from the game control microcomputer 560 via the relay board 77. The display control of the variable display device 9 that receives and variably displays the decorative design is performed.

  Further, the effect control means mounted on the effect control board 80 controls the display of the decorative lamp 25 provided on the game board 6 via the lamp driver board 35 and the ceiling provided on the frame side. The display control of the frame lamp 28a, the left frame lamp 28b, the right frame lamp 28c, the prize ball lamp 51 and the ball-out lamp 52 is performed, and the sound output from the speaker 27 is controlled through the audio output board 70.

  FIG. 4 is a block diagram illustrating a circuit configuration example of the relay board 77, the effect control board 80, the lamp driver board 35, and the audio output board 70. In the example shown in FIG. 4, the lamp driver board 35 and the audio output board 70 are not equipped with a microcomputer, but may be equipped with a microcomputer. Further, without providing the lamp driver board 35 and the audio output board 70, only the effect control board 80 may be provided for effect control.

  The effect control board 80 is equipped with an effect control microcomputer 100 including an effect control CPU 101 and a RAM (not shown). The RAM may be externally attached. 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 receives a capture signal from the main board 31 input via the relay board 77 ( In response to the (effect control INT signal), 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 variable display device 9 based on the effect control command.

  In this embodiment, a VDP 109 that performs display control of the variable 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. The VDP 109 outputs the image data in the VRAM to the variable display device 9 via the frame memory.

  The effect control CPU 101 outputs to the VDP 109 a command for reading out necessary data from a CGROM (not shown) in accordance with the received effect control command. The CGROM stores character image data and moving image data displayed on the variable display device 9, specifically, a person, characters, figures, symbols, etc. (including decorative designs), and background image data in advance. ROM. The VDP 109 reads image data from the CGROM in response to the instruction from the effect control CPU 101. The VDP 109 executes display control based on the read image data.

  The effect control command and the effect control INT signal are first input to the input driver 102 on the effect control board 80. The input driver 102 passes the signal input from the relay board 77 only in the direction toward the inside of the effect control board 80 (does not pass the signal in the direction from the inside of the effect control board 80 to the relay board 77). It is also a unidirectional circuit as a regulating means.

  As a signal direction regulating means, the signal inputted from the main board 31 is allowed to pass through the relay board 77 only in the direction toward the effect control board 80 (the signal is not passed in the direction from the effect control board 80 to the relay board 77). The unidirectional circuit 74 is mounted. For example, a diode or a transistor is used as the unidirectional circuit. FIG. 4 illustrates a diode. A unidirectional circuit is provided for each signal. Furthermore, since the effect control command and the effect control INT signal are output from the main board 31 via the output port 571 that is a unidirectional circuit, the signal from the relay board 77 toward the inside of the main board 31 is restricted. That is, the signal from the relay board 77 does not enter the inside of the main board 31 (the game control microcomputer 560 side). The output port 571 is a part of the I / O port unit 57 shown in FIG. Further, a signal driver circuit that is a unidirectional circuit may be further provided outside the output port 571 (on the relay board 77 side).

  Further, the effect control CPU 101 outputs a signal for driving the lamp 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 lamp is input to the lamp driver 352 via the input driver 351. The lamp driver 352 amplifies a signal for driving the lamp and supplies the amplified signal to each lamp provided on the frame side such as the top frame lamp 28a, the left frame lamp 28b, and the right frame lamp 28c. Further, it is supplied to a decorative lamp 25 provided on the frame side.

  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 period (for example, a decorative symbol variation period).

  Next, the operation of the gaming machine will be described. FIG. 5 is a flowchart showing main processing executed by the game control microcomputer 560 on the main board 31. When power is supplied to the gaming machine and power supply is started, the input level of the reset terminal to which the reset signal is input becomes high level, and the gaming control microcomputer 560 (specifically, the CPU 56) After executing a security check process, which is a process for confirming whether the contents of the program are valid, the main process after step S1 is started. In the main process, the CPU 56 first performs necessary initial settings.

  In the initial setting process, the CPU 56 first sets the interrupt prohibition (step S1). Next, the interrupt mode is set to interrupt mode 2 (step S2), and a stack pointer designation address is set to the stack pointer (step S3). After initialization of the built-in device (CTC (counter / timer) and PIO (parallel input / output port), which are built-in devices (built-in peripheral circuits)) is performed (step S4), the RAM is accessible (Step S5). In the interrupt mode 2, the address synthesized from the value (1 byte) of the specific register (I register) built in the CPU 56 and the interrupt vector (1 byte: least significant bit 0) output from the built-in device is This mode indicates an interrupt address.

  Next, the CPU 56 checks the state of the output signal of the clear switch (for example, mounted on the power supply board) input via the input port (step S6). When the ON is detected in the confirmation, the CPU 56 executes a normal initialization process (steps S10 to S15, including S44 and S45).

  If the clear switch is not on, check whether data protection processing of the backup RAM area (for example, power supply stop processing such as addition of parity data) was performed when power supply to the gaming machine was stopped (Step S7). When it is confirmed that such protection processing is not performed, the CPU 56 executes initialization processing. Whether there is backup data in the backup RAM area is confirmed, for example, by the state of the backup flag set in the backup RAM area in the power supply stop process.

  When it is confirmed that the power supply stop process has been performed, the CPU 56 performs data check of the backup RAM area (step S8). In this embodiment, a parity check is performed as a data check. Therefore, in step S8, the calculated checksum is compared with the checksum calculated and stored by the same process in the power supply stop process. When the power supply is stopped after an unexpected power failure or the like, the data in the backup RAM area should be saved, so the check result (comparison result) is normal (matched). That the check result is not normal means that the data in the backup RAM area is different from the data when the power supply is stopped. In such a case, since the internal state cannot be returned to the state when the power supply is stopped, an initialization process that is executed when the power is turned on is not performed when the power supply is stopped.

  If the check result is normal, the CPU 56 recovers the game state restoration process (steps S41 to S43) for returning the internal state of the game control means and the control state of the electrical component control means such as the effect control means to the state when the power supply is stopped. Process). Specifically, the start address of the backup setting table stored in the ROM 54 is set as a pointer (step S41), and the contents of the backup setting table are sequentially set in the work area (area in the RAM 55) (step S42). ). The work area is backed up by a backup power source. In the backup setting table, initialization data for an area that may be initialized in the work area is set. As a result of the processing in steps S41 and S42, the saved contents of the work area that should not be initialized remain as they are. The part that should not be initialized is, for example, data indicating the gaming state before the power supply is stopped (special symbol process flag, probability variation flag, time reduction flag, etc.), and the area where the output state of the output port is saved (output port buffer) ), A portion in which data indicating the number of unpaid prize balls is set.

  Further, the CPU 56 transmits a power failure recovery designation command as an initialization command at the time of power supply recovery (step S43). Then, the process proceeds to step S14.

  In this embodiment, it is confirmed whether the data in the backup RAM area is stored using both the backup flag and the check data. However, only one of them may be used. That is, either the backup flag or the check data may be used as an opportunity for executing the game state restoration process.

  In the initialization process, the CPU 56 first performs a RAM clear process (step S10). The RAM clear process initializes predetermined data (for example, count value data of a counter for generating a big hit determination random number) to 0, but is initialized to an arbitrary value or a predetermined value. You may make it do. Alternatively, the entire area of the RAM 55 may not be initialized, and predetermined data (for example, count value data of a counter for generating a big hit determination random number) may be left as it is. Further, the start address of the initialization setting table stored in the ROM 54 is set as a pointer (step S11), and the contents of the initialization setting table are sequentially set in the work area (step S12).

  By the processing of steps S11 and S12, for example, a normal symbol determination random number counter, a normal symbol determination buffer, a special symbol buffer, a total prize ball number storage buffer, a special symbol process flag, an award ball flag, a ball out flag, and a payout stop An initial value is set to a flag such as a flag for selectively performing processing according to the control state.

  Further, the CPU 56 initializes a sub board (a board on which a microcomputer other than the main board 31 is mounted) (a command indicating that the game control microcomputer 560 has executed an initialization process). Is also transmitted to the sub-board (step S13). For example, when the initialization control microcomputer 100 receives the initialization designation command, the variable display device 9 performs screen display for notifying that the control of the gaming machine has been initialized, that is, initialization notification.

  Further, the CPU 56 sets an abnormality notification prohibition flag (step S44) and sets a value corresponding to the prohibition period value in the stop period timer (step S45). The prohibition period value is a value indicating a period during which an abnormal winning notification described later is prohibited. The abnormality notification prohibition flag is a flag indicating that notification of abnormal winning is prohibited, and is maintained in the set state until the stop period timer times out. Therefore, the start of the abnormal winning notification is prohibited for a predetermined period after the initialization notification is started in the variable display device 9.

  Further, the CPU 56 executes a random number circuit setting process for initial setting of the random number circuit 503 (step S14). For example, the CPU 56 performs setting according to the random number circuit setting program to cause the random number circuit 503 to update the value of the random R (big hit determination random number).

  In step S15, the CPU 56 sets a register of the CTC built in the game control microcomputer 560 so that a timer interrupt is periodically taken every predetermined time (for example, 2 ms). That is, a value corresponding to, for example, 2 ms is set in a predetermined register (time constant register) as an initial value. In this embodiment, it is assumed that a timer interrupt is periodically taken every 2 ms.

  When the execution of the initialization process (steps S10 to S15) is completed, the CPU 56 repeatedly executes the display random number update process (step S17) and the initial value random number update process (step S18) in the main process. When executing the display random number update process and the initial value random number update process, the interrupt disabled state is set (step S16). When the display random number update process and the initial value random number update process are finished, the interrupt enabled state is set. Set (step S19). In this embodiment, the display random number is a random number for determining a stop symbol of a special symbol or a random number for determining a variation pattern, and the display random number update process is for generating a display random number. This is a process of updating the count value of the counter. The initial value random number update process is a process for updating the count value of the counter for generating the initial value random number. In this embodiment, the initial value random number is an initial count value such as a counter for generating a random number for determining whether or not to win a normal symbol (ordinary random number generation counter for normal symbol determination). It is a random number for determining the value. A game control process for controlling the progress of the game, which will be described later (the game control microcomputer 560 controls game devices such as a variable display device, a variable winning ball device, a ball payout device, etc. provided in the game machine itself. In the process of transmitting a command signal to be controlled by another microcomputer, or a game machine control process), the count value of the random number for determination per normal symbol is one round (the random number for determination per normal symbol is taken). When the value is incremented by the number of values between the minimum value and the maximum value of the possible values), an initial value is set in the counter.

  When the timer interrupt occurs, the CPU 56 executes the timer interrupt process of steps S20 to S35 shown in FIG. In the timer interrupt process, first, a power-off detection process for detecting whether or not a power-off signal is output (whether or not an on-state is turned on) is executed (step S20). The power-off signal is output when, for example, a voltage drop monitoring circuit mounted on the power supply board detects a drop in the voltage of the power supplied to the gaming machine. In the power-off detection process, when detecting that the power-off signal has been output, the CPU 56 executes a power supply stop process for saving necessary data in the backup RAM area. Next, detection signals from the gate switch 32a, the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a, the count switch 23, the winning port switches 29a, 30a, 33a and the stage start port switch 40a are input via the input driver circuit 58. These are input, and their state is determined (switch processing: step S21).

  Next, the CPU 56 executes display control processing for performing display control of the special symbol display 8, the normal symbol display 10, the special symbol hold storage display 18, and the normal symbol hold storage display 41 (step S22). For the special symbol display 8 and the normal symbol display 10, control for outputting a drive signal to each display is executed according to the contents of the output buffer set in steps S33 and S34.

  In addition, the CPU 56 detects that a game ball has won the big winning opening at a time other than the regular time, or has detected that a game ball has won the second start winning opening 14 at a time other than the regular time. In such a case, a process for notifying abnormal winning is performed (step S23: abnormal winning notifying process).

  Next, processing for updating the count value of each counter for generating random numbers for determination such as random numbers for determining jackpot symbols used for game control is performed (determination random number update processing: step S24). The CPU 56 further performs a process of updating the count value of the counter for generating the initial value random number and the display random number (initial value random number update process, display random number update process: steps S25 and S26).

Each random number is used as follows.
(1) Random 1: Determine type of jackpot (for determining jackpot type)
(2) Random 2: Determine the special symbol's off symbol (for determining off symbol)
(3) Random 3: Determine the variation pattern of the special symbol (for variation pattern determination) (4) Random 4: Determine whether to generate a hit based on the normal symbol (for determination per ordinary symbol)
(5) Random 5: Random 4 initial value is determined (for determining random 4 initial value)

  In step S24 in the game control process shown in FIG. 6, the game control microcomputer 560 uses a counter for generating (1) a big hit type determining random number and (4) a normal symbol determining random number. Count up (add 1). That is, they are determination random numbers, and other random numbers are display random numbers or initial value random numbers. In addition, in order to improve a game effect, you may make it use random numbers other than the random number of said (1)-(5). In this embodiment, the big hit determination random number is a random number generated by the hardware (random number circuit 503) built in the game control microcomputer 560. The big hit determination random number is used as the big hit determination random number. Software random numbers generated based on the program may be used.

  Further, the CPU 56 performs special symbol process processing (step S27). In the special symbol process, the corresponding symbol is executed in accordance with a special symbol process flag for controlling the special symbol display 8 and the special prize opening in a predetermined order. The CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag according to the gaming state.

  Next, normal symbol process processing is performed (step S28). In the normal symbol process, the CPU 56 executes a corresponding process according to the normal symbol process flag for controlling the display state of the normal symbol display 10 in a predetermined order. The CPU 56 updates the value of the normal symbol process flag according to the gaming state.

  In addition, the CPU 56 performs a process of sending an effect control command or the like related to display control of decorative symbols in the variable display device 9 (decorative symbol command control processing: step S29).

  Further, the CPU 56 performs information output processing for outputting data such as jackpot information, start information, probability variation information supplied to the hall management computer, for example (step S30).

  The CPU 56 also sets the number of winning balls based on detection signals from the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a, the count switch 23, the winning port switches 29a, 30a, 33a and the stage start port switch 40a. A prize ball process is executed (step S31). Specifically, in response to winning detection based on one of the first starting port switch 13a, the second starting port switch 14a, the count switch 23, the winning port switches 29a, 30a, 33a and the stage starting port switch 40a being turned on. The payout control command (prize ball number signal) indicating the number of winning balls is output to the payout control microcomputer mounted on the payout control board 37. The payout control microcomputer drives the ball payout device 97 in accordance with a payout control command indicating the number of winning balls.

  In this embodiment, a RAM area (output port buffer) corresponding to the output state of the output port is provided. However, the CPU 56 relates to on / off of the solenoid in the RAM area corresponding to the output state of the output port. The contents are output to the output port (step S32: output process).

  Further, the CPU 56 performs special symbol display control processing for setting special symbol display control data for effect display of the special symbol in the output buffer for setting the special symbol display control data according to the value of the special symbol process flag ( Step S33). For example, if the change speed is 1 frame / 0.2 seconds until the end flag is set when the start flag set in the special symbol process is set, the CPU 56, for example, every 0.2 seconds passes. Then, the value of the display control data set in the output buffer is incremented by one. Further, the CPU 56 performs variable display of the special symbol on the special symbol display 8 by outputting a drive signal in step S22 according to the display control data set in the output buffer.

  Further, the CPU 56 performs a normal symbol display control process for setting normal symbol display control data for effect display of the normal symbol in an output buffer for setting the normal symbol display control data according to the value of the normal symbol process flag ( Step S34). For example, when the start flag related to the variation of the normal symbol is set, the CPU 56 switches the display state (“◯” and “×”) for the variation rate of the normal symbol every 0.2 seconds until the end flag is set. With such a speed, the value of the display control data set in the output buffer (for example, 1 indicating “◯” and 0 indicating “x”) is switched every 0.2 seconds. Further, the CPU 56 outputs a normal signal on the normal symbol display 10 by outputting a drive signal in step S22 according to the display control data set in the output buffer.

  Thereafter, the interrupt permission state is set (step S35), and the process is terminated.

  With the above control, in this embodiment, the game control process is started every 2 ms. The game control process corresponds to the processes of steps S21 to S34 (excluding step S30) in the timer interrupt process. In this embodiment, the game control process is executed by the timer interrupt process. However, in the timer interrupt process, for example, only a flag indicating that an interrupt has occurred is set, and the game control process is performed by the main process. May be executed.

  7 and 8 are flowcharts showing an example of the power-off process in step S20. In the power-off process, the game control microcomputer 560 first checks whether or not a power-off signal is output (whether or not it is turned on) (step S450). If not on, the value of the backup monitoring timer formed in the RAM 55 is cleared to 0 (step S451). If it is on, the value of the backup monitoring timer is incremented by 1 (step S452).

  Next, if the value of the backup monitoring timer coincides with a determination value (for example, 2) (step S453), the game control microcomputer 560 clears the winning cumulative number counter (step S453A). The cumulative winning number counter is a counter for counting the cumulative number of game balls won in the second start winning opening 14 when the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is in a state other than the open state. In this embodiment, the winning cumulative number counter is used when determining an abnormal winning to the second start winning opening 14, as will be described later. In this embodiment, the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is in the open state (also referred to as the second start winning opening 14 being in the open state) means that the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is physically open. And a state from when the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is physically closed until a predetermined interval period (for example, 1 second) elapses.

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 executes power supply stop processing after step S454, that is, preparation processing for stopping power supply. That is, the state shifts from the state in which the progress of the game is controlled to the state in which the power supply stop process (the power-off control process) for saving the game state is executed. Note that “formed in the RAM” means an area in the RAM.

  By using the backup monitoring timer and the determination value, if the power-off signal is kept on for a time corresponding to the determination value, the power supply stop process is started. That is, even when the power-off signal is turned on for a moment due to noise or the like, the power supply stop process is not erroneously started. Note that the value of the backup monitoring timer is stored by the backup power source for a predetermined period even when power supply to the gaming machine is stopped. Therefore, in step S8 in the main process, it is possible to confirm that the processing result of the power supply stop process is stored because the value of the backup monitoring timer is the same value as the determination value.

  In the power supply stop process, the game control microcomputer 560 creates parity data (steps S454 to S463). That is, first, the clear data (00) is set in the checksum data area (step S454), and the checksum calculation start address corresponding to the start address of the RAM area where the contents should be stored even when the power supply is stopped is set in the pointer. (Step S455). Further, the number of checksum calculations corresponding to the final address of the RAM area where the contents are to be stored even when the power supply is stopped is set (step S456).

  Next, an exclusive OR of the contents of the checksum data area and the contents of the RAM area pointed to by the pointer is calculated (step S457). The calculation result is stored in the checksum data area (step S458), the pointer value is incremented by 1 (step S459), and the checksum calculation count value is decremented by 1 (step S460). Then, the processes in steps S457 to S460 are repeated until the value of the checksum calculation count becomes 0 (step S461).

  When the value of the checksum calculation count becomes 0, the game control microcomputer 560 inverts the value of each bit of the contents of the checksum data area (step S462). Then, the inverted data is stored in the checksum data area (step S463). This data becomes parity data to be checked when the power is turned on. Next, an access prohibition value is set in the RAM access register (step S471). Thereafter, the built-in RAM 55 cannot be accessed.

  Further, the game control microcomputer 560 sets the head address of the port clear setting table stored in the ROM 54 as a pointer (step S472). In the port clear setting table, the number of processes (the number of output ports to be cleared) is set to the head address, and then the output port address and output value data (clear data: the value of the off state of each bit of the output port) However, the output ports for the number of processes are sequentially set.

  The game control microcomputer 560 loads data at the address pointed to by the pointer (that is, the number of processes) (step S473). Further, the value of the pointer is incremented by 1 (step S474), and the data of the address pointed to by the pointer (that is, the address of the output port) is loaded (step S475). Further, the value of the pointer is incremented by 1 (step S476), and the data of the address pointed to by the pointer (that is, output value data) is loaded (step S477). Then, the output value data is output to the output port (step S478). Thereafter, the number of processes is reduced by 1 (step S479), and if the number of processes is not 0, the process returns to step S474. If the number of processes is 0, that is, if all the output ports to be cleared are cleared, the timer interrupt is stopped (step S481) and the loop process is started.

  When the power supply is stopped by the above processing, the power supply stop processing in steps S454 to S481 is executed, and data indicating that the power supply stop processing has been executed (backup monitoring having a determination value). Timer and checksum) are stored in the backup RAM, RAM access is disabled, the output port is cleared, and timer interrupt for executing the game control process is set to disabled.

  In addition, when the power supply to the gaming machine is stopped (when it is confirmed that the power-off confirmation signal is in the on state), the gaming control microcomputer 560 clears the winning cumulative number counter. Therefore, it is possible not to accumulate the number of winnings over a longer period than necessary, and to reliably detect an abnormality in winning due to an illegal act on the variable winning ball device 15. In addition, the cumulative number of winnings can be cleared by turning off the power of the gaming machine, and the abnormality notification can be easily reset.

  FIGS. 9 and 10 are flowcharts showing an example of a special symbol process (step S27) program executed by the game control microcomputer 560 mounted on the main board 31. FIG. As described above, in the special symbol process, a process for controlling the special symbol display 8 and the special winning opening is executed.

  When performing the special symbol process, the game control microcomputer 560 includes a first start port switch 13a for detecting that a game ball has won the first start winning port 13 provided in the game board 6. If it is turned on, that is, if a start winning that causes the game ball to win the first start winning opening 13 has occurred (Y in step S311), the reserved memory number (start winning memory number) is the upper limit value (reserved memory number = 4 ) Is reached (step S312).

  When the number of reserved memories has not reached the upper limit value (N in step S312), the game control microcomputer 560 uses software random numbers (counter values for generating jackpot type determination random numbers, etc.) and random R ( The big hit determination random number) is extracted, and a process of storing them in the storage area in the reserved storage buffer corresponding to the value of the reserved memory number counter as the extracted random number value is executed (step S313). In step S313, the game control microcomputer 560 extracts random numbers 1 to 3 as software random numbers, and extracts random R by reading the count value of the random number circuit 503 as hardware random numbers. In the reserved storage buffer, the same number of storage areas as the upper limit value of the number of reserved memories is secured. In addition, a counter for generating a big hit type determination random number and the like and a holding storage buffer are formed in the RAM 55. “Formed in RAM” means an area in the RAM.

  Then, the game control microcomputer 560 increments the value of the reserved memory counter indicating the reserved memory number by 1 (step S314). Although not shown in FIG. 9, when the value of the pending storage number counter is incremented by 1, the start prize memory designation command (the start prize memory designation command at this time is the start prize memory number when the start prize is generated). Is a command indicating that +1 has been added).

  Next, if the stage start port switch 40a for detecting that the game ball has won the stage start winning port 40 provided on the game board 6 is turned on, the game control microcomputer 560 is turned on. If a start winning to win the stage start winning port 40 has occurred (Y in step S314A), it is confirmed whether the reserved memory number (start winning memory number) has reached the upper limit value (held memory number = 4). (Step S314B).

  When the number of reserved memories has not reached the upper limit (N in step S314B), the game control microcomputer 560 uses software random numbers (counter values for generating big hit type determination random numbers, etc.) and random R ( The big hit determination random number) is extracted, and a process of storing them in the storage area in the reserved storage buffer corresponding to the value of the reserved memory number counter as the extracted random number value is executed (step S314C). Also in step S314C, the game control microcomputer 560 extracts random numbers 1 to 3 as software random numbers, and also extracts random R by reading the count value of the random number circuit 503 as hardware random numbers.

  Then, the game control microcomputer 560 increments the value of the reserved memory counter indicating the number of reserved memories by 1 (step S314D). At this time as well, a start winning memory designation command (a start winning memory designation command at this time is a command indicating that the number of start winning memories is incremented by one due to the occurrence of the start winning) is transmitted.

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560, if the second start port switch 14a for detecting that a game ball has won the second start winning port 14 provided in the game board 6 is turned on, that is, If a start winning that causes the game ball to win the second start winning port 14 has occurred (Y in step S315), whether or not the reserved memory number (start winning memory number) has reached the upper limit (the reserved memory number = 4). Is confirmed (step S316).

  When the number of reserved memories has not reached the upper limit (N in step S316), the game control microcomputer 560 uses software random numbers (counter values for generating big hit type determination random numbers, etc.) and random R ( The big hit determination random number) is extracted, and a process of storing them in the storage area in the reserved storage buffer corresponding to the value of the reserved memory number counter as the extracted random number value is executed (step S317). Also in step S317, the game control microcomputer 560 extracts random numbers 1 to 3 as software random numbers, and also extracts random R by reading the count value of the random number circuit 503 as hardware random numbers.

  Then, the game control microcomputer 560 increments the value of the reserved memory counter indicating the number of reserved memories by 1 (step S318). At this time as well, a start winning memory designation command (a start winning memory designation command at this time is a command indicating that the number of start winning memories is incremented by one due to the occurrence of the start winning) is transmitted.

  Thereafter, any one of steps S300 to S310 is performed according to the internal state (specifically, the special symbol process flag values 0 to 10).

  Special symbol normal processing (step S300): When the microcomputer 560 for game control is in a state where variable symbol special display can be started, the number of numerical data stored in the reserved memory buffer (the number of reserved memories) is confirmed. The number of numerical data stored in the hold storage buffer can be confirmed by the count value of the hold storage counter. Then, if the count value of the holding storage counter is not 0, it is determined whether or not to make a big hit (whether or not the display result of the variable symbol special display is the specific display result). In the case of a big hit, the big hit flag is set, and the type of big hit (non-probable big hit, probable big hit, sudden probable big hit, etc.) is determined. If it is not a big hit, it is determined whether to make a small hit. In the case of a small hit, a small hit flag is set. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (specifically “1”) according to step S301.

  Fluctuation pattern setting process (step S301): For determining a variation pattern that is extracted when a variation pattern of variable display of a special symbol (effect mode during symbol variation: variation time is also specified by the variation pattern) is generated at the time of start winning. Selection is made from among a plurality of types of variation patterns determined in advance according to the value of a random number (one of display random numbers). Further, based on the determined variation pattern, after setting the variable display time (variation time) until the special symbol is variably displayed and derived and displayed in the special symbol process timer, the special symbol process timer is started. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (specifically “2”) according to step S302.

  Special symbol changing process (step S302): When the variation time of the variation pattern selected in the variation pattern setting process elapses (the special symbol process timer set in step S301 times out), the variable symbol display on the special symbol display 8 is displayed. Stop and display the stop symbol. Further, an effect control command (decorative symbol stop designation command: also referred to as symbol confirmation designation command) for designating stop of variable display of the decorative symbols in the variable display device 9 is transmitted to the effect control board 80. The special symbol process timer is started after the special symbol process time is set in the special symbol process timer. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (specifically “3”) according to step S303.

  Special symbol stop process (step S303): When the symbol stop time set in the special symbol changing process has elapsed, it is confirmed whether or not the big hit flag is set. If the jackpot flag is set, the time from when the jackpot symbol is stopped until the jackpot game starts (the jackpot display time) is set in the jackpot control timer, and then the jackpot control timer is started. Let In addition, the effect control board 80 is provided with an effect control command (fanfare command) for causing the effect control microcomputer 100 to execute a signal effect (fanfare effect) indicating that the jackpot game is to be started after the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed. Send. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (specifically, “4”) according to step S304. If the big hit flag is not set, it is confirmed whether the small hit flag is set. When the small hit flag is set, after setting the time from the stop display of the small hit symbol to the start of the small hit game (small hit display time) in the big prize control timer, Start the control timer. Further, after the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed, an effect control command (fanfare command) for causing the effect control microcomputer 100 to execute a special effect (effect for two rounds) in the small hit game is transmitted to the effect control board 80. . Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (specifically “8”) according to step S308. When the big hit flag and the small hit flag are not set, the internal state is updated to a value (specifically, “0”) according to step S300.

  Preliminary winning opening opening process (step S304): When the big hit display time has elapsed, control for opening the large winning opening is started. Specifically, the solenoid 21 is driven to open the special variable prize-winning device to open the big prize opening. The number of rounds is counted by a counter. In addition, the execution time (round time) of the special winning opening control process is set in the special winning opening control timer, and the internal state (special symbol process flag) is set to a value (specifically “5”) according to step S305. Update.

  Processing for opening a special prize opening (step S305): A process for confirming the closing condition of the special prize opening is performed. When the closing condition for the big prize opening is established, the solenoid 21 is driven to close the special winning prize opening by closing the special variable prize winning device. In addition, the time (interval time) from the end of the round to the start of the next round is set in the big prize control timer, and the internal state (special symbol process flag) is set to a value (specifically, a value corresponding to step S306). Is updated to “6”).

  Post-winner opening process (step S306): When the interval time has elapsed, it is confirmed whether there is a remaining round. If there are remaining rounds, control to open the big prize opening is started. Specifically, the solenoid 21 is driven to open the special variable prize-winning device to open the big prize opening. The number of rounds is counted by a counter. In addition, the execution time (round time) of the special winning opening control process is set in the special winning opening control timer, and the internal state (special symbol process flag) is set to a value (specifically “5”) according to step S305. Update. On the other hand, when all rounds are finished, an effect control command (ending command) for causing the effect control microcomputer 100 to perform an effect (ending effect) for notifying the player that the big hit gaming state has ended is issued. After transmitting to the effect control board 80 and setting the execution time of the big hit end process (big hit end time) in the big prize opening control timer, the internal state is updated to a value (specifically “7”) according to step S307. To do.

  Big hit end process (step S307): A predetermined flag set / reset process for ending the big hit gaming state is performed. Then, the internal state is updated to a value (specifically “0”) according to step S300.

  Small hit release pre-processing (step S308): When the small hit display time or interval time has elapsed, it is checked whether there is a remaining round. If there are remaining rounds, control to open the big prize opening is started. Specifically, the solenoid 21 is driven to open the special variable prize-winning device to open the big prize opening. The number of rounds is counted by a counter. Also, the execution time (round time) of the small hit release process is set in the big prize opening control timer, and the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (specifically “9”) according to step S309. To do. On the other hand, when all rounds are completed, an effect control command (ending command) for causing the effect control microcomputer 100 to perform an effect (ending effect) for notifying the player that the small hit gaming state has ended. Is sent to the effect control board 80, and the execution time of the small hit end process (small hit end time) is set in the big winning opening control timer, and then the internal state is a value corresponding to step S310 (specifically “10”). ).

  Opening process for small hits (step S309): A process for confirming the closing condition of the big prize opening is performed. When the closing condition for the big prize opening is established, the solenoid 21 is driven to close the special winning prize opening by closing the special variable prize winning device. Then, the time (interval time) from the end of the round to the start of the next round is set in the big prize opening control timer, and the internal state is set to a value (specifically “8”) according to step S308. Update.

  Small hit end process (step S310): A predetermined flag set / reset process for ending the small hit gaming state is performed. Then, the internal state is updated to a value (specifically “0”) according to step S300.

  Next, a method for sending a control command from the game control microcomputer 560 to the effect control microcomputer 100 will be described. FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram showing a signal line of an effect control command transmitted from the main board 31 to the effect control board 80. As shown in FIG. 11, in this embodiment, the effect control command is transmitted from the main board 31 to the effect control board 80 via the relay board 77 by using eight signal lines of the effect control signals CD0 to CD7. Further, between the main board 31 and the effect control board 80, a signal line of the effect control INT signal for transmitting the capture signal (effect control INT signal) is also wired.

  In this embodiment, the presentation control command has a 2-byte structure, the first byte represents MODE (command classification), and the second byte represents EXT (command type). The first bit (bit 7) of the MODE data is always set to “1”, and the first bit (bit 7) of the EXT data is always set to “0”. Note that such a command form is an example, and other command forms may be used. For example, a control command composed of 1 byte or 3 bytes or more may be used.

  As shown in FIG. 12, the 8-bit effect control command data of the effect control command is output in synchronization with the effect control INT signal. The effect control microcomputer 100 mounted on the effect control board 80 detects that the effect control INT signal has risen, and starts a 1-byte data capturing process through an interrupt process. Therefore, when viewed from the effect control microcomputer 100, the effect control INT signal corresponds to a signal that triggers the capture of effect control command data.

  The effect control command is sent only once so that the effect control microcomputer 100 can recognize it. In this example, “recognizable” means that the level of the effect control INT signal changes, and that it is sent only once so as to be recognizable means that, for example, each of the first and second bytes of the effect control command data Accordingly, the production control INT signal is output in a pulse shape (rectangular wave shape) only once. The effect control INT signal may have a polarity opposite to that shown in FIG.

  13 and 14 are explanatory diagrams illustrating an example of the contents of the effect control command sent to the effect control board 80. FIG. In this embodiment, the effect control command has a 2-byte configuration. The first byte represents MODE (command classification), and the second byte represents EXT (command type). The first bit (bit 7) of the MODE data is always “1”, and the first bit (bit 7) of the EXT data is always “0”. Note that such a command form is an example, and other command forms may be used. For example, a control command composed of 1 byte or 3 bytes or more may be used.

  In the example shown in FIG. 13, commands 8000 (H) to 800 F (H) are effect control commands (variation) for designating a variation pattern of decorative symbols variably displayed on the variable display device 9 in response to variable display of special symbols. Pattern command). The effect control command for designating the variation pattern is also a command for designating the variation start.

  Commands 8C00 (H) to 8C06 (H) are effect control commands for designating the contents of the stop symbols (display results) of the decorative symbols in the variable display device 9. In this embodiment, commands 8C00 (H) to 8C06 (H) are referred to as symbol information designation commands.

  The command 8C00 (H) is an effect control command (outgoing designation command) for designating that the stop symbol (display result) of the special symbol is determined as the offcoming symbol. Command 8C01 (H) is an effect control command (ordinary big hit designation command) that designates that the stop symbol of the special symbol has been decided as a non-probable variation symbol (that is, a non-probability variation big hit (also referred to as a normal big hit)). ).

  The command 8C02 (H) is an effect control command (designated to specify that the stop symbol of the special symbol is determined to be a probable variation symbol (that is, a probable variation big hit is determined), and that it is determined not to execute the re-lottery effect after the big hit game starts. 1 specified command per probability variation. Command 8C03 (H) is an effect control command (probability variable big hit 2 designation command) that designates that the stop symbol of the special symbol is decided as the probability varying symbol and that it is decided to execute the re-lottery effect during the big hit game. Command 8C04 (H) is an effect control command (probability variable big hit) that designates that the stop symbol of the special symbol is determined to be a probable variable symbol and that it is determined to execute the re-lottery effect after the big hit game is finished (during the ending effect) 3 designation command).

  Command 8C05 (H) is an effect control command (suddenly probable big hit designation command) for designating that the stop symbol of the special symbol has been suddenly determined to be a probable change symbol (that is, that it has been determined to be suddenly probable big hit). The command 8C06 (H) is an effect control command (small hit designation command) that designates that the stop symbol of the special symbol is determined as the small hit symbol (that is, determined as the small hit symbol).

  Here, the “re-lottery effect” refers to an effect that makes it appear that the jackpot symbol is re-lotted and displayed after the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the variable display device 9. Specifically, when it is determined in advance that the jackpot symbol (non-probability variable symbol or probability variable symbol) is derived and displayed on the variable display device 9, the left, right and right decorative symbols are the same in the variable display device 9. This is an effect of deriving and displaying a jackpot symbol (non-probability variation symbol or probability variation symbol) after stopping and displaying the non-probability variation symbol and then changing the non-probability variation symbol again (see FIG. 77). The re-lottery effect includes a case where a non-probable variable symbol is promoted to a probable variable symbol (when a non-probable variable symbol is displayed after being stopped), and a case where a non-probable variable symbol is not promoted to a probable variable symbol (non-probable variable symbol However, in this embodiment, only the case where the non-probability variable symbol is promoted to the probable variation symbol is shown. Therefore, the re-lottery effect may be referred to as “promotion effect” or “rising effect”.

  The command 8F00 (H) is an effect control command (decoration symbol stop designation command, symbol confirmation designation command) for designating stop of variable display (fluctuation) of decoration symbols on the variable display device 9.

  Command 9000 (H) is an effect control command (initialization designation command: power-on designation command) transmitted when power supply to the gaming machine is started. Command 9200 (H) is an effect control command (power failure recovery designation command) transmitted when power supply to the gaming machine is resumed. When the power supply to the gaming machine is started, the gaming control microcomputer 560 transmits a power failure recovery designation command if data is stored in the backup RAM, and if not, initialization designation is performed. Send a command.

  Commands 9500 (H) to 9503 (H) are effect control commands (background designation commands) for designating background display according to the gaming state in the variable display device 9. Command 9500 (H) is an effect control command (normal state background designation command) for designating background display when the variable display device 9 is in the normal gaming state. The command 9501 (H) is an effect control command (high probability state background designation command) for designating background display when the variable display device 9 is in the probability variation state (high probability state). The command 9502 (H) is an effect control command (time-short state background designation command) for designating background display when the variable display device 9 is in the time-short state. The command 9503 (H) is an effect control command (chance state background designation command) for designating background display when the variable display device 9 is in the chance mode state. The chance mode is an effect mode in which an expectation for the transition to the probability change state is given after the sudden probability big hit and the small hit end.

  The command 9F00 (H) is an effect control command (customer waiting demonstration designation command) for designating display during the customer waiting demonstration.

  In the example shown in FIG. 14, commands A000 (H) to A004 (H) are effect control commands (fanfare designation commands) for designating that a big hit game is started. Command A000 (H) is an effect control command (fanfare 1 designation command) that designates the start of a big hit when a normal big hit (non-probable big hit) is determined. Command A001 (H) is an effect control command (fanfare 2 designation command) that designates the start of a big hit when it is determined that the probability variation big hit is determined and the re-lottery effect is not executed after the big hit game is started. Command A002 (H) is an effect control command (fanfare 3 designation command) that designates the start of a big hit when it is determined that a probability variation big hit is determined and a re-lottery effect is executed during the big hit game. Command A003 (H) is an effect control command (fanfare 4 designation command) that designates the start of a jackpot when it is determined that a probability variation jackpot is determined and the re-lottery is to be executed after the jackpot game ends (during the ending effect) It is. Command A004 (H) is an effect control command (fanfare 5 designation command) that designates the start of sudden probability variation jackpot.

  The command A1XX (H) is an effect control command (specifying command for opening a big prize opening) that designates display during a round in the 15 round jackpot game. The command A2XX (H) is an effect control command (designation command after opening the big prize opening) that designates display after the round (display of the interval between rounds) in the 15 round big hit game. Note that the number of rounds displayed in “XX” is set.

  Commands A301 (H) to A305 (H) are effect control commands (ending designation commands) that designate the end of the big hit game. The command A301 (H) is an effect control command (ending 1 designation command) for designating the end of the normal jackpot game (displaying that the game will shift to the short time state after the jackpot game is finished). Command A302 (H) is an effect control command (ending 2 designation command) for designating the end of jackpot when it is determined that the probability variation jackpot is determined and the re-lottery effect is not executed after the jackpot game is started. The command A303 (H) is an effect control command (ending 3 designation command) for designating the end of the big hit when the probability variation big hit is determined and it is determined to execute the re-lottery during the big hit game. Command A304 (H) is an effect control command (ending 4 designation command) that is promoted to a probable variation symbol in the re-lottery effect after the end of the big hit game (during the ending effect) and designates that it will be a promising big hit. Command A 305 (H) is an effect control command (ending 5 designation command) for designating the end of sudden probability variation jackpot.

  Command A4XX (H) is an effect control command (specifying command for opening a big prize opening) that designates display during a round in a two-round big hit game (suddenly probable big hit game). Command A5XX (H) is an effect control command (designation command after opening the big prize opening) that designates display after the round (display of the interval between rounds) in the two round big hit game (suddenly probable big hit game). In “XX”, the number of rounds is set.

  Command A600 (H) is an effect control command (small hit fanfare designation command) that designates that a small hit game is started.

  The command C0XX (H) is an effect control command (start winning memory designation command) for designating the number of starting winning memories shown by XX.

  Commands D000 (H) and D001 (H) are production control commands (abnormal winning notification designation commands) for instructing abnormal winning notification. In this embodiment, the abnormal winning notification designation command is transmitted when an abnormal winning at the second start winning opening 14 is detected or when an abnormal winning at the big winning opening is detected. The command D000 (H) is an effect control command (abnormal winning notification 1 designation command) for instructing an abnormal winning notification based on detection of an abnormal winning at the second start winning opening 14. The command D001 (H) is an effect control command (abnormal winning notification 2 designation command) for instructing an abnormal winning notification based on the detection of an abnormal winning at the special winning opening.

  When the effect control microcomputer 100 mounted on the effect control board 80 receives the above-described effect control command from the game control microcomputer 560 mounted on the main board 31, the contents shown in FIG. 13 and FIG. Accordingly, the display state of the variable display device 9 is changed, the display state of the lamp is changed, and the sound number data is output to the sound output board 70. Note that effect control commands other than the effect control commands shown in FIGS. 13 and 14 are also transmitted from the main board 31 to the effect control board 80. For example, when displaying the number of winning balls that is a big hit on the variable display device 9, an effect control command for designating the count number of the count switch 23 is also transmitted from the main board 31 to the effect control board 80.

  FIG. 15 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a variation pattern used in this embodiment. In FIG. 15, “EXT” indicates EXT data of the second byte in the effect control command having a two-byte structure. “Time” indicates the variation time of the special symbol (variable display period of identification information).

  In this example, each variation pattern of the special symbol includes a variation pattern when the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is “out-of-line” (a variation pattern dedicated to loss), and a stop symbol of the decorative symbol (at the time of the variable stop before the big hit) When the stop symbol is “non-probable variable” or “probable variable”, the fluctuation pattern (normal big hit / probable big hit combined fluctuation pattern) and the decorative symbol stop symbol (stop symbol at the time of variable stop before big hit) Variation pattern when “probability variation” (variation pattern dedicated to probability variation big hit) and variation pattern when decoration symbol stop symbol (stop symbol at the time of fluctuation stop before big hit) becomes “non-probability variation” (normal) A variation pattern dedicated to big hits), a variation pattern when the stop symbol of the decorative pattern is "Suddenly Probable Change", and a stop pattern of the decorative symbol is "Small Ri are distinguished in the variation pattern when the symbol "(variation pattern of Koatari only).

  The fluctuation pattern dedicated to outliers is the fluctuation pattern of normal fluctuation without reach in the normal gaming state, the fluctuation pattern of normal fluctuation in short time without the reach in the short-time state (including the short state at the time of probability change), and normal reach It is divided into a fluctuation pattern with (simple reach mode), a fluctuation pattern with long reach, a fluctuation pattern with super reach A, a fluctuation pattern with super reach B, and a fluctuation pattern with super reach C. Yes.

  The normal big hit / probable big hit variation pattern is a variation pattern with normal reach, a variation pattern with long reach, a variation pattern with super reach A, a variation pattern with super reach B, and a variation with super reach C. It is divided into patterns.

  The fluctuation pattern dedicated to the probable big hit is only the fluctuation pattern with super reach D. Usually, the only variation pattern dedicated to jackpot is the variation pattern with super reach E.

  The variation pattern dedicated to the sudden probability variation big hit is only the variation pattern of the special variation for sudden probability variation. The variation pattern dedicated to small hits is only the variation pattern of special variation for small hits.

  16 to 18 are flowcharts showing the special symbol normal process (step S300) in the special symbol process. In the special symbol normal processing, the game control microcomputer 560 is in a state in which the variation of the special symbol can be started (the value of the special symbol process flag is a value indicating step S300 (specifically “0”)). In other words, in other words, when the special symbol display 8 does not display the variation of the special symbol and is neither a big hit game nor a small hit (step S51), the starting winning memory number (holding memory number) is set. Confirmation (step S52). Specifically, the count value of the start winning counter is confirmed.

  If the starting winning memory number is not 0, each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the starting winning memory number = 1 is read out and stored in the random number buffer area of the RAM 55 (step S53), and the starting winning memory number 1 is reduced by 1 and the contents of each storage area are shifted (step S54). That is, each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the start winning memory number = n (n = 2, 3, 4) is stored in the storage area corresponding to the starting winning memory number = n−1.

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 confirms the current game state (normal game state, probability change state, short time state, etc.) and sets the address of the background designation command transmission table corresponding to the game state to the pointer (step). S55). Then, the game control microcomputer 560 executes a command set process (FIG. 32) described later (step S56). If the current gaming state is the normal gaming state, a normal state background designation command is transmitted. If the current gaming state is the probability variation time short state, the probability variation state background designation command is transmitted, and the current gaming state is short. If it is in a state, a time-short state background designation command is transmitted. In this embodiment, a chance state background designation command is transmitted when the mode is changed to the chance mode suddenly after the end of a game with big odds or small hits.

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 reads the jackpot determination random number from the random number storage buffer (step S57), and executes the jackpot determination processing module (step S58). The jackpot determination module is a program that executes a process of comparing a jackpot determination value determined in advance with a random number value for jackpot determination and determining that the jackpot determination value is a jackpot if they match. Here, in the big hit determination, when the gaming state is a probable change state (including a short time state during probability change), the probability that a big hit will be higher than when the gaming state is a non-probable change state (a normal game state and a short time state). It is configured. Specifically, a high-probability jackpot determination table in which a large number of jackpot determination values are set in advance and a low-probability jackpot determination table in which the number of jackpot determination values is set smaller than the high-probability jackpot determination table are provided. Keep it. Then, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the game state is a probability change state (and a probability change short time state). If the game state is a probability change state, the game control microcomputer 560 uses the high probability big hit determination table to make a big hit. When the gaming state is the normal gaming state and the short time state, the jackpot determination process is performed using the low probability jackpot determination table. With such a configuration, the probability that a big hit is higher in the probability variation state (and the probability variation short time state) than in the normal game state and the short time state.

  Note that whether or not the current gaming state is the probability variation state (including the probability variation time short state) is determined by whether or not the probability variation flag indicating that the gaming state is the probability variation state is set.

  If it is determined in the big hit determination module that the big hit is not made (N in step S59), the game control microcomputer 560 proceeds to the process in step S64 in FIG.

  When it is determined to be a big hit in the big hit determination module (Y in step S59), a big hit flag is set (step S60). The game control microcomputer 560 reads the jackpot type determination random number from the random number storage buffer (step S61), and hits the jackpot type (normal jackpot, probability variable jackpot, probability variable jackpot, jackpot that executes the re-lottery effect during the jackpot game. After the game is over, a process of determining a probability variation big hit for executing a re-lottery effect or a sudden probability variation big hit) is executed (step S62).

  The jackpot type determination process is performed using a jackpot type determination table as shown in FIG. In the jackpot type determination table, a predetermined number of jackpot type determination random number values are distributed in advance for each jackpot type. The game control microcomputer 560 determines the jackpot type, that is, the big jackpot, the normal jackpot, the probable big jackpot, the probable big jackpot (promoting big jackpot), the probable big jackpot (ending) according to which range the random number for determining the big jackpot read in step S61 belongs Promotion) and sudden probable jackpots. In this way, by determining the big hit type, not only whether the big hit is a normal big hit, a probable big hit, or a sudden probable big hit, whether to execute a re-lottery effect (promotion effect) and what kind of re-lottery effect It is also determined whether to execute at the timing.

  Although not shown in FIG. 16, since only one type of jackpot symbol is provided according to the jackpot type, the jackpot symbol is automatically determined by determining the jackpot type. Specifically, the non-probability variable symbol “6” is determined for a normal big hit (non-probable big hit), the probabilistic variable symbol “7” is determined for a probable big hit, and the sudden probable symbol “5” for a sudden probable big hit. Will be determined.

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 stores (stores) the decorative symbol information corresponding to the jackpot type determined in step S62 in the decorative symbol information buffer (step S63), and proceeds to the processing of step S72 of FIG. .

  In step S63, after the decorative symbol information corresponding to the jackpot type is stored in the decorative symbol information buffer, the decorative symbol command control process (steps S29 and 31 in FIG. 6) is executed in response to the occurrence of the timer interrupt. The command set process (FIG. 32) is executed, and the command transmission process (FIG. 33) is executed. Thus, a symbol information designation command (normal jackpot designation command, probability variation big hit 1 designation command, probability variation big hit 2 designation command, probability variation big hit 3 designation command, sudden probability variation big hit designation command) corresponding to the big hit type is transmitted. Detailed contents will be described later.

  In step S64 of FIG. 17, the game control microcomputer 560 executes a small hit determination module that determines whether or not to make a small hit based on the value of the big hit determination random number read in step S57 (step S64). . The small hit determination module is a program that compares a predetermined determination value with a big hit determination random number value and executes a process of determining a small hit when they match.

  If it is determined in the small hit determination module that the small hit is determined (Y in step S65), the decorative symbol information corresponding to the small hit is stored in the decorative symbol information buffer (step S66), and the small hit flag is set. (Step S67). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value (specifically “1”) corresponding to the variation pattern setting process (step S68). Although not shown in FIG. 17, when it is determined that a small hit is made, the small hit symbol “4” is automatically determined.

  In step S66, after the decorative symbol information corresponding to the small hit is stored in the decorative symbol information buffer, the decorative symbol command control process (steps S29 and 31 in FIG. 6) is executed in response to the occurrence of the timer interrupt. The command set process (FIG. 32) is executed, and the command transmission process (FIG. 33) is executed. Thereby, a symbol information designation command (small hit designation command) for designating the small hit is transmitted. Detailed contents will be described later.

  When it is determined in the small hit determination module that the small hit is not made (N in step S65), the game control microcomputer 560 reads the random number for symbol determination (one of the display random numbers) from the random number storage buffer. (Step S69) Based on the value of the read out design determining random number, a process of determining a special design out of design is executed (Step S70). One of the symbols “0” to “3”, “8”, and “9” is determined as the special symbol loss symbol.

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 stores the decorative symbol information corresponding to the loss in the decorative symbol information buffer (step S71). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value (specifically “1”) corresponding to the variation pattern setting process (step S68).

  In step S72 of FIG. 18, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the big hit type determined in step S62 is a probable big hit, and if it is not a probable big hit (N in step S72), the big hit type Without setting the flag indicating that the process proceeds to step S82.

  When the probability variation big hit is found (Y in step S72), the probability variation big hit flag indicating that the probability variation big hit occurs is set (step S73). Then, it is confirmed whether or not the probability variation jackpot is a sudden probability variation jackpot (step S74). If it is a sudden probability change big hit (Y in step S74), a sudden probability change flag indicating that a sudden probability change big hit occurs is set (step S75), and the process proceeds to step S82.

  If it is not suddenly a probable big hit (N in Step S74), it is confirmed whether or not a re-lottery effect is executed (Step S76). When the re-lottery effect is not executed (N in Step S76), the process proceeds to Step S82. When the re-lottery effect is executed (Y in Step S76), the re-drawing effect is executed. A lottery execution flag is set (step S77), and it is confirmed whether the re-lottery effect is executed during the big hit (step S78). When the re-lottery effect is executed during the big hit (Y in step S78), the big hit execution flag indicating that the re-lottery effect is executed during the big win is set (step S79), and the process proceeds to step S82. To do. When it is not executed during the big hit (N in Step S78), it is confirmed whether or not the re-lottery effect is executed during the ending (Step S80). When the re-lottery effect is executed during the ending (Y in step S80), an ending execution flag indicating that the re-lottery effect is executed during the ending is set (step S81), and the process proceeds to step S82. . In step S82, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value (specifically “1”) corresponding to the variation pattern setting process (step S301) (step S82).

  FIG. 20 is a flowchart showing the variation pattern setting process (step S301) in the special symbol process. In the variation pattern setting process, the game control microcomputer 560 first checks whether or not the big hit flag is set (step S201). When the big hit flag is set (Y in step S201), the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the sudden probability change flag is set (step S202). When the sudden probability variation flag is set (Y in step S202), since sudden probability variation big hit occurs, it is determined to use the variation pattern determination table for sudden probability variation (step S203). Then, the process proceeds to step S207.

  Only the variation pattern (“0EH”) selected in the sudden probability variation big hit shown in FIG. 15 is set in the sudden probability variation variation pattern determination table.

  When the probability change flag is not set suddenly (N in step S202), the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the probability change big hit flag is set (step S204A). When the probability variation big hit flag is set (Y in step S204A), it is confirmed whether or not the re-lottery execution flag is set (step S204B). If the re-lottery execution flag is not set (N in step S204B), a probability variation big hit will occur, so it is decided to use the probability variation big hit variation pattern determination table (step S205).

  In the variation pattern determination table for probability variation big hit, variation patterns (“07H” to “0CH”) selected in advance for probability variation big hit shown in FIG. 15 are set, and a plurality of determination values are assigned to each variation pattern. ing.

  When the re-lottery execution flag is set (Y in step S204B), a non-probable variable big hit occurs and is promoted to a probable big hit during or after the big hit game (the non-probable variable symbol is promoted to a probable variable symbol). Therefore, it is decided to use the normal big hit variation pattern determination table (step S206).

  In step S204A, when the probability variation jackpot flag is not set (N in step S204A), a normal jackpot (non-probability variation jackpot) will occur, so it is decided to use the normal jackpot variation pattern determination table ( Step S206).

  In the normal big hit variation pattern determination table, variation patterns (“07H” to “0BH”, “0DH”) selected in the case of the normal big hit shown in FIG. 15 are set in advance, and a plurality of determinations are made for each variation pattern. A value has been assigned.

  In step S207, the game control microcomputer 560 reads the variation pattern determination random number from the random number storage buffer, and based on the read variation pattern determination random number value, the sudden variation variation determination table, the variation pattern for probability variation big hit. The design variation pattern is determined using the determination table or the normal big hit variation pattern determination table (step S207). Specifically, the variation pattern corresponding to the determination value that matches the variation pattern determination random value is determined as the variation pattern of the symbol to be variably displayed next. Then, the process proceeds to step S213.

  If it is determined in step S201 that the big hit flag is not set (N in step S201), the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the small hit flag is set (step S208). When the small hit flag is set (Y in step S208), since a small hit occurs, it is decided to use the small hit variation pattern determination table (step S209).

  In the variation pattern determination table for small hits, only the variation pattern (“0FH”) selected in advance for small hits shown in FIG. 15 is set.

  When the small hit flag is not set (N in step S208), the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the time reduction flag is set (step S210). When the time reduction flag is not set (N in step S210), it is determined to use the normal time deviation variation pattern determination table used in the normal gaming state (step S211).

  In the normal time deviation variation pattern determination table, variation patterns (“00H”, “02H” to “06H”) selected in advance in the normal gaming state shown in FIG. 15 are set in advance. A plurality of judgment values are assigned to.

  On the other hand, when the hour / hour flag is set (Y in step S210), it is decided to use the hour / hour deviation variation pattern determination table used in the time saving state (step S212).

  In the fluctuation pattern determination table for deviation in time reduction, variation patterns ("01H" to "06H") selected at the time of deviation in the time reduction state (including the short period in probability change) shown in FIG. A plurality of judgment values are assigned to the variation pattern.

  Then, as described above, the game control microcomputer 560 reads the variation pattern determination random number from the random number storage buffer, and based on the value of the read variation pattern determination random number, the deviation variation pattern determination table or the time The variation pattern of the symbol is determined using the variation pattern determination table for time deviation (step S207). Then, the process proceeds to step S213.

  In the case of the probability variation state, the variation pattern determination table for deviation is used in the normal time as in the normal gaming state, and in the case of the probability variation short state, the variation pattern for deviation in the time reduction is similar to that in the time reduction state. A variation table is determined using the determination table.

  In step S213, the game control microcomputer 560 stores the variation pattern command data corresponding to the variation pattern determined in step S207 in the variation pattern buffer (step S213). Then, the game control microcomputer 560 sets the variation time in the special symbol process timer (step S214). Next, the game control microcomputer 560 stores the address of the variable command transmission table in the decorative symbol command transmission pointer (step S215). In response to this processing being performed, control for transmitting the variation pattern command is executed in the decorative symbol command control processing (step S29 in FIG. 6, FIG. 31). Then, the game control microcomputer 560 executes the variation number monitoring process (step S216).

  In the fluctuation count monitoring process, the game control microcomputer 560 is changed to a short-time state (except for the short-time state at the time of probability change) after the big hit game ends (when the short-time flag is set), a special symbol after the big hit game ends. The number of fluctuations is counted with a fluctuation number counter. Then, the game control microcomputer 560 confirms whether or not the count value of the fluctuation count counter has reached a value indicating a predetermined fluctuation count (for example, 100) that can continue the short-time state, and the count value is the predetermined fluctuation count. When the value becomes, the hourly flag is reset. As a result, when the number of fluctuations of the special symbol after the big hit game ends becomes a predetermined number of fluctuations, the time-shifted state is shifted to the normal gaming state.

  Thereafter, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value (specifically, “2”) corresponding to the special symbol changing process (step S302) (step S217).

  FIG. 21 is a flowchart showing the special symbol changing process (step S302) in the special symbol process. In the special symbol changing process, first, the game control microcomputer 560 decrements the value of the special symbol process timer by 1 (step S221). Then, it is confirmed whether or not the special symbol process timer has timed out (that is, whether or not the value of the special symbol process timer is 0) (step S222), and if it has not timed out (N in step S222), The process is terminated as it is. If the special symbol process timer has timed out (Y in step S222), the game control microcomputer 560 stops the variation of the special symbol in the special symbol display 8, and derives and displays the stop symbol (step S223). Further, the game control microcomputer 560 sets the address of the decorative symbol stop designation command transmission table in the pointer (step S224), and executes the command setting process (step S225). As a result, control for transmitting a decorative symbol stop designation command is executed.

  Further, the game control microcomputer 560 sets a symbol stop time for stopping and displaying the special symbol stop symbol in the special symbol process timer, and starts the timer (step S226). Then, the game control microcomputer 560 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value (specifically “3”) corresponding to the special symbol stop process (step S303) (step S227).

  FIG. 22 is a flowchart showing the special symbol stop process (step S303) in the special symbol process. In the special symbol stop process, the game control microcomputer 560 decrements the value of the special symbol process timer by 1 (step S231). Then, it is confirmed whether or not the special symbol process timer has timed out (that is, whether or not the value of the special symbol process timer is 0) (step S232). If it has not timed out (N in step S232), the process is terminated as it is.

  If the special symbol process timer has timed out (Y in step S232), the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the big hit flag is set (step S233). If the jackpot flag is set (Y in step S233), the game control microcomputer 560 stops the jackpot symbol in the jackpot control timer that measures the time for controlling the opening / closing of the jackpot. The time from the display until the big winning opening is opened (a big hit display time) is set (step S234). In the jackpot display time, an effect (fanfare effect) for notifying the player that the jackpot game is started is executed.

  Note that different jackpot display times may be set for the big hit of 15 rounds and the big hit of 2 rounds. In this case, for example, the jackpot display time is 3 seconds for a big hit of 15 rounds, and the jackpot display time is 5 seconds for a big hit of two rounds.

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 sets the address of the fanfare command transmission table corresponding to the jackpot type to the pointer (step S235), and executes the command setting process (step S236). Thereby, control for transmitting a fanfare command corresponding to the jackpot type is executed. For the big hit type, the probability change big hit flag is set, suddenly the probability change flag is set, the re-draw lotion execution flag is set, the big hit execution flag is set, or the ending execution flag is set It can be confirmed based on whether or not. After that, the game control microcomputer 560 clears the winning cumulative number counter (step S236A), and sets the value of the special symbol process flag to a value (specifically, “ 4 ") (step S237).

  If the big hit flag is not set (N in step S233), the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether the small hit flag is set (step S238). If the small hit flag is set (Y of step S238), the game control microcomputer 560 displays the time from the small winning symbol stop display to the big prize opening control timer until the big prize opening is released ( The small hit display time) is set (step S239). As described above, the small hit design of the decorative design is the same design as the sudden probability variation design. Further, when the small hit game is started, the same two-round effect as when the sudden probability big hit is started is started.

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 sets the address of the small hitting fanfare command transmission table in the pointer (step S240), and executes command setting processing (step S241). Thereby, control for transmitting a fanfare command for small hitting is executed. Thereafter, the game control microcomputer 560 clears the winning cumulative number counter (step S241A) and sets the value of the special symbol process flag to a value (specifically, “8” corresponding to the small hit release pre-processing (step S308). ”) (Step S242).

  If the small hit flag is not set (N in step S238), the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value (specifically “0”) corresponding to the special symbol normal process (step S300) (step S243). ).

  In this embodiment, the above process is executed, so that the winning cumulative number counter is cleared when the big hit gaming state or the small hit state is entered. Therefore, it is possible not to accumulate the number of winnings over a longer period than necessary, and to reliably detect an abnormality in winning due to an illegal act on the variable winning ball device 15.

  In this embodiment, a case where the winning cumulative number counter is cleared at the start of the big hit gaming state or the small hit state is shown. The cumulative number counter may be cleared. For example, the game control microcomputer 560 may clear the winning cumulative number counter when ending the big hit gaming state or the small hit state. In this case, for example, the game control microcomputer 560 executes the process of step S479 in the jackpot ending process described later, and then clears the winning cumulative number counter and sets the value of the special symbol process flag to the special symbol normal process (step S300) may be updated to a value (specifically “0”) (see step S480). In addition, for example, the game control microcomputer 560 executes the process of step S533 in the small hit end process described later, and then clears the winning cumulative number counter and changes the value of the special symbol process flag to the special symbol normal process (step S300) may be updated to a value (specifically “0”) (see step S534).

  FIG. 23 is a flowchart showing the pre-opening process for the special winning opening in the special symbol process (step S304). In the pre-opening process for the big winning opening, the game control microcomputer 560 decrements the value of the big winning opening control timer by 1 (step S401), and confirms whether or not the value of the big winning opening control timer is 0 ( Step S402). If the value of the big prize opening control timer is not 0 (N in step S402), the processing is ended as it is. If the value of the big prize control timer is 0 (Y in step S402), the game control microcomputer 560 determines whether the number of big hits is 15 rounds or 2 rounds (step S403). ). If the probability variation jackpot flag is not set, or if the probability variation jackpot flag is set but suddenly the probability variation flag is not set, it can be determined that the round is a big hit of 15 rounds. When the probability variation flag is set, it can be determined that the game is a big hit of two rounds.

  If it is a big hit for 15 rounds (Y in step S403), the game control microcomputer 560 sets the address of the command sending table for the 15 round big hits in the big prize opening opening command pointer to the pointer (step S404), and sets the command. Is executed (step S405). As a result, control for transmitting a 15-round big prize opening opening command for designating the display state according to the number of rounds during the opening of the big prize opening (during round) is executed. The number of rounds is recognized by checking the value of a round number counter that counts the number of rounds in the big hit game. Then, the game control microcomputer 560 controls the solenoid 21 to be driven to open the special winning opening (opening / closing plate 20) (step S406), and increments the value of the round number counter (step S407).

  In this embodiment, a RAM area (output port buffer) corresponding to the output state of the output port is provided, and the game control microcomputer 560 turns on / off the solenoid in the RAM area of the output port in step S406. The content related to off is set according to the open / close state of the solenoid to be driven. Then, the contents set in the RAM area of the output port in the output process of step S32 are output to the output port. As a result, a drive command signal is output from the output port to the solenoid circuit 59. The solenoid circuit 59 outputs a drive signal for driving the solenoid in response to a drive command signal to drive the solenoid. Hereinafter, in the process of opening and closing the solenoid, such an operation is performed.

  In addition, the maximum time (15-round round time) that can be opened in each round of the 15 round big hits is set in the big prize opening control timer (step S408). The round time for 15 rounds is, for example, 29.5 seconds. Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value (specifically, “5”) corresponding to the special winning opening opening process (step S305) (step S414).

  When it is a big hit of two rounds in step S403 (N in step S403), the game control microcomputer 560 sets the address of the command winning table during the big winning opening release command for the two rounds big hit in the pointer (step S409). ), Command set processing is executed (step S410). As a result, a control is executed to transmit a two-round big prize opening opening command for designating a display state corresponding to the number of rounds during the opening of the big prize opening (during round). Then, the game control microcomputer 560 drives the solenoid 21 to release the special winning opening (step S411) and increments the value of the round number counter by 1 (step S412). In addition, the maximum time for which the big prize opening can be opened in each round in the big hit of two rounds (round time for two rounds) is set in the big prize opening control timer (step S413). The round time for 2 rounds is a short time, for example, 5 seconds. Therefore, in the big hit of two rounds, ten game balls (the maximum number of game balls that can be won) will not win the big prize opening during the round. Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value (specifically, “5”) corresponding to the special winning opening opening process (step S305) (step S414).

  FIG. 24 is a flowchart showing the special winning opening opening process (step S305) in the special symbol process. In the special winning opening opening process, the game control microcomputer 560 first decrements the value of the special winning prize control timer by -1 (step S421). And it is confirmed whether the number of big hits is 15 rounds (whether it is a big hit of 15 rounds or a big hit of 2 rounds) (step S422).

  If it is a big hit of 15 rounds (Y in step S422), the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the value of the big prize opening control timer is 0 (step S423). When the value of the big prize opening control timer is not 0 (N in step S423), it is checked whether or not the game ball has won the big prize opening by checking whether or not the count switch 23 is turned on. Confirmation is made (step S424). If the count switch 23 is not turned on (N in step S424), the process is terminated as it is. If the count switch 23 is on (Y in step S424), the game control microcomputer 560 increments the value of the winning number counter that counts the number of winning game balls to the big winning opening (step S425). Then, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the value of the winning number counter is a predetermined number (for example, 10) (step S426). If the value of the winning number counter is not the predetermined number (N in step S426), the process is ended as it is.

  When the value of the big prize opening control timer is 0 (Y in step S423) or when the value of the winning number counter is a predetermined number (Y in step S426), the game control microcomputer 560 is Then, the solenoid 21 is driven to control to close the special winning opening (opening / closing plate 20) (step S427). Then, the value of the winning number counter is cleared (set to 0) (step S428).

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 sets the address of the command transmission table after opening the big winning opening for 15 rounds big hit to the pointer (step S429), and executes the command setting process (step S430). As a result, control for transmitting a command after opening the big prize opening for 15 rounds that specifies a display state according to the number of rounds after the big prize opening is opened (after the end of the round) is executed.

  Then, the game control microcomputer 560 sets a time (interval time for 15 rounds) from the end of the round to the start of the next round in the big win of 15 rounds in the big prize opening control timer ( In step S431), the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value (specifically “6”) corresponding to the special winning opening opening post-processing (step S308) (step S432). The interval time for 15 rounds is, for example, 5 seconds.

  If it is a big hit of two rounds (N in step S422), the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the value of the big prize control timer is 0 (step S433), and the value of the big prize control timer If is not 0 (N in step S433), the process is terminated as it is. When the value of the big prize opening control timer is 0 (Y in step S433), the solenoid 21 is driven to control to close the big prize opening (opening / closing plate 20) (step S434).

  Then, the game control microcomputer 560 sets the address of the display command transmission table after the two-round big winning opening is opened to the pointer (step S435), and executes the command setting process (step S436). As a result, the control for transmitting a command after opening the big winning opening for two rounds for specifying the display state according to the number of rounds after the opening of the big winning opening (after the end of the round) is executed. Next, the game control microcomputer 560 sets the time from the end of the round to the start of the next round (interval time for two rounds) in the big winning prize control timer (two rounds). In step S437), the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value (specifically, “6”) corresponding to the special winning opening opening post-processing (step S306) (step S432). The interval time for 2 rounds is the same as the interval time for 15 rounds, for example, 5 seconds.

  FIG. 25 and FIG. 26 are flowcharts showing the special winning opening opening post-processing (step S306) in the special symbol process. In the post-opening process for the big prize opening, the game control microcomputer 560 first decrements the value of the big prize opening control timer by -1 (step S441), and checks whether the value of the big prize opening control timer is 0 or not. (Step S442). If the value of the big prize opening control timer is not 0 (N in step S442), the processing is ended as it is. If the value of the big prize control timer is 0 (Y in step S442), the game control microcomputer 560 determines whether the number of rounds is 15 rounds (15 rounds or 2 rounds Is determined (step S443).

  If it is a big hit of 15 rounds (Y in step S443), the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the value of the round number counter is 15 (step S444). If the value of the round number counter is not 15 (N in Step S444), the address of the command transmission table for the 15 round round big prize opening open command transmission table is set in the pointer (Step S445), and the command setting process is executed. (Step S446). As a result, control for transmitting a 15-round big prize opening opening command for designating the display state according to the number of rounds during the opening of the big prize opening (during round) is executed. Then, the game control microcomputer 560 controls to open the special winning opening (opening / closing plate 20) by driving the solenoid 21 (step S447) and increments the value of the round number counter by 1 (step S448).

  Further, the game control microcomputer 560 sets a round time for 15 rounds in the special winning opening control timer (step S449). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value (specifically “5”) corresponding to the special winning opening opening process (step S305) (step S450).

  If the value of the round counter is 15 (Y in step S444), the game control microcomputer 560 sets the address of the ending command transmission table corresponding to the jackpot type in the pointer (step S451), and sets the command Processing is executed (step S452). Thereby, control for transmitting an ending command corresponding to the jackpot type is executed.

  Then, the game control microcomputer 560 sets the jackpot end time (execution time of the ending effect) for notifying the player of the end of the jackpot in the jackpot control timer (step S453), and sets the value of the special symbol process flag. It is updated to a value (specifically, “7”) according to the big hit end process (step S307) (step S454).

  If it is a big hit of 2 rounds in step S443 (N in step S443), the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether the value of the round number counter is 2 (step S455 in FIG. 26). If the value of the round counter is not 2 (N in Step S455), the address of the command transmission table for the 2 round big hit big winning opening is set in the pointer (Step S456), and the command setting process is executed. (Step S457). As a result, a control is executed to transmit a two-round big prize opening opening command for designating a display state corresponding to the number of rounds during the opening of the big prize opening (during round). Then, the game control microcomputer 560 drives the solenoid 21 to release the special winning opening (step S458) and increments the value of the round number counter by 1 (step S459). Further, the round time for two rounds is set in the special winning opening control timer (step S460). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value (specifically “5”) corresponding to the special winning opening opening process (step S305) (step S461).

  If the value of the round number counter is 2 (Y in step S455), the game control microcomputer 560 suddenly sets the address of the ending command transmission table for the probability variation big hit in the pointer (step S462), and sets the command. Processing is executed (step S463). As a result, the control for suddenly transmitting the ending command for probability variation big hit is executed. Then, the game control microcomputer 560 sets a big hit end time in the big prize opening control timer (step S464), and sets the value of the special symbol process flag to a value (specifically, a big hit end process (step S307)). "7") (step S465).

  FIG. 27 is a flowchart showing the jackpot end process (step S307) in the special symbol process. In the big hit ending process, the game control microcomputer 560 first decrements the value of the big prize winning control timer by -1 (step S471). Then, it is confirmed whether or not the value of the big prize opening control timer is 0 (step S472). If the value of the big prize opening control timer is not 0 (N in step S472), the process is terminated as it is. If the value of the big prize opening control timer is 0 (Y in step S472), the game control microcomputer 560 executes a game state setting process after the big hit (step S473).

  In the game state setting process after the big hit, the process of setting / resetting the probability variation flag and the short time flag according to the game state after the end of the big hit game is executed. Specifically, when the gaming state shifts to the short-time state after the big hit game ends, only the short-time flag is set, and when the gaming state shifts to the probability change state after the big hit game ends, only the probability change flag is set. When the gaming state is shifted to the probability change time-short state after the game ends, the probability change flag and the time-short flag are set.

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 resets the jackpot flag (step S474). If the probability variation jackpot flag is set, the probability variation jackpot flag is reset (step S475), and the sudden probability variation flag is set. In this case, the probability variation flag is suddenly reset (step S476). If the re-lottery execution flag is set, the re-lottery execution flag is reset (step S477). If the big-hit execution flag is set, the big-hit execution is executed. The flag is reset (step S478). Further, if the ending execution flag is set, the ending execution flag is reset (step S479).

  Thereafter, the game control microcomputer 560 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value (specifically, “0”) corresponding to the special symbol normal process (step S300) (step S480).

  FIG. 28 is a flowchart showing the small hit release pre-processing (step S308) in the special symbol process. In the small hit release pre-processing, the game control microcomputer 560 decrements the value of the big prize opening control timer by 1 (step S501), and checks whether the value of the big prize opening control timer is 0 (step). S502). If the value of the big prize opening control timer is not 0 (N in step S502), the process is ended as it is. If the value of the big prize opening control timer is 0 (Y in step S502), the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the value of the round number counter is 2 (step S503). If the value of the round number counter is not 2 (N in step S503), the solenoid 21 is driven to control to open the special winning opening (opening / closing plate 20) (step S504), and the value of the round number counter Is incremented by 1 (step S505).

  In addition, the maximum time (round time for small hits) in which the big winning opening can be opened in each round in the small hit is set in the big winning opening control timer (step S506). Note that the round time for small hits is the same as the round time for two rounds (for example, 5 seconds). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value (specifically “9”) corresponding to the small hit releasing process (step S309) (step S507).

  If the value of the round number counter is 2 (Y in step S503), the game control microcomputer 560 sets a small hit end time for notifying the player of the end of the small hit in the big prize opening control timer. (Step S508), the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value (specifically “10”) corresponding to the small hit end process (Step S310) (Step S509).

  It should be noted that during the small hit game, the control for transmitting the special winning opening open command is not executed.

  FIG. 29 is a flowchart showing the small hit releasing process (step S309) in the special symbol process. In the small hit release processing, the game control microcomputer 560 first decrements the value of the big prize winning control timer by -1 (step S511). It is confirmed whether or not the value of the big prize opening control timer is 0 (step S512). If the value of the big prize opening control timer is not 0 (N in step S512), the processing is ended as it is. When the value of the big prize opening control timer is 0 (Y in step S512), the game control microcomputer 560 performs control to drive the solenoid 21 to close the big prize opening (opening / closing plate 20). (Step S513).

  Then, the game control microcomputer 560 sets the time (interval time for small hits) from the end of the round to the start of the next round in the small winnings of the two rounds in the big prize opening control timer. (Step S514), the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value (specifically “8”) corresponding to the small hit release pre-processing (Step S308) (Step S515). The interval time for small hits is, for example, 5 seconds.

  During the small hit game, the control for transmitting the command after the big winning opening is released is not executed.

  FIG. 30 is a flowchart showing the small hit end process (step S310) in the special symbol process. In the small hit end process, the game control microcomputer 560 first decrements the value of the big prize winning control timer by -1 (step S531). Then, it is confirmed whether or not the value of the big prize opening control timer is 0 (step S532). If the value of the big prize opening control timer is not 0 (N in step S532), the process is terminated. If the value of the big prize winning control timer is 0 (Y in step S532), the game control microcomputer 560 resets the small hit flag (step S533) and sets the special symbol process flag value to the special symbol normal symbol. The value (specifically “0”) corresponding to the process (step S300) is updated (step S534).

  FIG. 31 is a flowchart showing a decorative symbol command control process (step S29). In the decorative symbol command control process, the game control microcomputer 560 loads the decorative symbol command transmission pointer onto the pointer (step S551), and loads the data pointed to by the pointer (step S552). Then, the game control microcomputer 560 determines whether it is the transmission timing of the decorative symbol command (variation pattern command, symbol information designation command, start winning memory designation command) (step S553). At this time, if it is the timing for transmitting the variation pattern command, the address of the variation command transmission table is stored in the decoration symbol command transmission pointer in step S215 of the variation pattern setting process (step S301) in the special symbol process (step S27). The data pointed to by the pointer is the address of the variable command transmission table. Therefore, the game control microcomputer 560 can determine whether or not it is the timing to transmit the variation pattern command based on whether or not the data pointed to by the pointer is the address of the variation command transmission table.

  When it is time to transmit the variation pattern command (Y in Step S553), the game control microcomputer 560 executes command set processing (Step S554). As a result, control for transmitting the variation pattern command is executed. Next, the game control microcomputer 560 stores the pointer in the decorative symbol command transmission pointer (step S555).

  At this time, in step S572 of the command set process (FIG. 32) executed in step S554, the address of the command transmission table is incremented by 1, so that the address pointed to by the pointer is changed from the address of the variable command transmission table to the symbol information designation command. This is the address of the transmission table. Accordingly, in step S555, the address of the symbol information designation command transmission table is stored in the decorative symbol command transmission pointer.

  In the decorative symbol command control processing when the next timer interrupt occurs (after 2 ms), the game control microcomputer 560 loads the decorative symbol command transmission pointer again to the pointer (step S551), and stores the data pointed to by the pointer. It is loaded (step S552), and it is determined whether it is the transmission timing of the decorative symbol command (variation pattern command, symbol information designation command, start winning memory designation command) (step S553). At this time, if it is time to transmit the symbol information designation command, in step S555, the address of the symbol information designation command transmission table is stored in the decorative symbol command transmission pointer, and the data pointed to by the pointer is the address of the symbol information designation command transmission table. It has become. Therefore, the game control microcomputer 560 can determine whether or not it is the timing to transmit the symbol information designation command based on whether or not the data pointed to by the pointer is the address of the symbol information designation command transmission table.

  When it is time to transmit the symbol information designation command (Y in step S553), the game control microcomputer 560 executes a command set process (step S554). As a result, control for transmitting a symbol information designation command is executed. Next, the game control microcomputer 560 stores the pointer in the decorative symbol command transmission pointer (step S555).

  At this time, in step S572 of the command set process (FIG. 32) executed in step S554, the address of the command transmission table is incremented by 1, so that the address pointed to by the pointer starts from the address of the symbol information designation command transmission table. This is the address of the storage designation command transmission table. Accordingly, in step S555, the address of the start winning memory designation command transmission table is stored in the decorative symbol command transmission pointer.

  In the decorative symbol command control processing when the next timer interrupt occurs (after 2 ms), the game control microcomputer 560 loads the decorative symbol command transmission pointer again to the pointer (step S551), and stores the data pointed to by the pointer. It is loaded (step S552), and it is determined whether it is the transmission timing of the decorative symbol command (variation pattern command, symbol information designation command, start winning memory designation command) (step S553). At this time, if it is time to transmit the start winning memory designation command, in step S555, the address of the start winning memory designation command transmission table is stored in the decorative symbol command transmission pointer, and the data pointed to by the pointer is transmitted to the start winning memory designation command. It is the address of the table. Therefore, the game control microcomputer 560 can determine whether it is the timing to transmit the start winning memory designation command based on whether or not the data pointed to by the pointer is the address of the start winning memory designation command transmission table. .

  When it is time to transmit the start winning memory designation command (Y in step S553), the game control microcomputer 560 executes a command set process (step S554). Thereby, control for transmitting the start winning memory designation command is executed. The start prize memory designation command is an effect control command for designating (notifying) the current start prize memory number (holding memory number), but the start prize memory number is confirmed in the special symbol process (step S27). The number is set as a value designated by the start winning memory designation command. Next, the game control microcomputer 560 stores the pointer in the decorative symbol command transmission pointer (step S555).

  In this case, when the address of the command transmission table is incremented by 1 in step S572 of the command set process (FIG. 32) executed in step S554, the command transmission table for transmitting the decorative symbol command by the address pointed to by the pointer. The address is not shown. Accordingly, in the decorative symbol command control process when the next timer interrupt occurs (after 2 ms), the decorative symbol command transmission pointer is loaded again into the pointer (step S551), and the data pointed to by the pointer is loaded (step S552). Whether or not it is the transmission timing of the decorative symbol command is determined (step S553), but it is determined in step S553 that it is not the transmission timing of the decorative symbol command.

  FIG. 32 is a flowchart showing command set processing. As described above, the command set process is executed in steps S56, S225, S236, S241, S405, S410, S430, S436, S446, S452, S457, S463, and S554. The command set process is a process including a command output process and an INT signal output process.

  In the command set process, the game control microcomputer 560 first loads the command data 1 pointed to by the address in the command transmission table (step S561), and executes (calls) the command transmission process shown in FIG. 33 (step S562). .

  In the command transmission process shown in FIG. 33, the game control microcomputer 560 first outputs a transmission command (effect control command) to the output port 1 (step S581). As a result, the MODE data of the first byte in the production control command having a 2-byte structure is output from the output port 1.

  Then, the game control microcomputer 560 sets the effect control signal INT output bit in the port buffer (step S582), and loads the port 2 buffer (step S583). In this embodiment, for example, “1” is set in the port buffer as an effect control signal INT output bit, and data “0” in the port 2 buffer is loaded. Then, the logical sum of the port 2 buffer and the port buffer is calculated (step S584), and the calculation result is output to the output port 2 (step S585). In this embodiment, when the calculation result is “1”, an on-state (high level) effect control INT signal is output from the output port 2. In response to the output of the on-state effect control INT signal, the effect control microcomputer 100 executes a process of receiving (capturing) a transmission command.

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 sets a predetermined value in the wait counter (step S586), and subtracts one by one until the value becomes 0 (steps S587, S588). This process is a process for setting the ON period (high level period) of the effect control INT signal. When the value of the wait counter becomes 0 (Y in step S588), the game control microcomputer 560 loads the port 2 buffer (step S589) and outputs the port 2 buffer to the output port 2 (step S590). As a result, an effect control INT signal in the off state (low level) is output from the output port 2.

  Then, the game control microcomputer 560 sets a predetermined value in the wait counter (step S591), and subtracts one by one until the value becomes 0 (steps S592, S593). This process is a process for setting the off period (low level period) of the effect control INT signal. When the value of the wait counter becomes 0 (Y in step S593), the process returns to the command set process in FIG.

  Returning to the description of FIG. 32, the game control microcomputer 560 adds 1 to the address of the command transmission table (step S563). Then, the address of the command transmission table is saved in the stack or the like (step S564).

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 tests the work area reference designation bit (bit 7) of the command data 2 (step S565), and determines whether or not the value of the work area reference designation bit of the command data 2 is “0”. Is determined (step S566). If it is not 0 (N in step S566), the head address of the command extended data address table is set in the pointer (step S567), and the address is calculated by adding the value of bit 6 to bit 0 of the command data 2 to the pointer. (Step S568). Then, the data (command extension data) in the area pointed to by the address (pointer) is loaded (step S569).

  In the command extended data address table, EXT data (second byte data in a 2-byte effect control command) that can be sent to the effect control microcomputer 100 is sequentially set. If the value of the work area reference designation bit is “1” by the above processing, the EXT data in the command extended data address table corresponding to the contents of the command data 2 is loaded, and the value of the work area reference designation bit is “ If “0”, the contents of the command data 2 are loaded as they are. Even when EXT data is read from the command extension data address table, bit 7 of the data is “0”.

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 executes (calls) a command transmission processing routine (step S570). Therefore, by the processing shown in FIG. 33, the EXT data is transmitted at the same timing as the transmission of the MODE data. Thereafter, the game control microcomputer 560 restores the address of the command transmission table (step S571), and adds 1 to the address of the command transmission table (step S572). When the address of the command transmission table is incremented by 1, if the address is the address of the command transmission table for transmitting the decorative symbol command, as described above, the decorative symbol command control process performs the decorative symbol command control processing. If the transmission process (command set process) is executed and the address is not the address of the command transmission table for transmitting the decorative design command, the decorative design command transmission process (command set process) is not executed in the decorative design command control process.

  As described above, the production control command having a 2-byte structure is transmitted to the production control microcomputer 100. In the effect control microcomputer 100, when the rising of the effect control INT signal as the capture signal is detected, the effect control command capturing process is started. Before the capture process is completed, the game control microcomputer 560 A new signal is not output to the signal line. That is, reliable command reception processing is performed in the production control microcomputer 100. The effect control microcomputer 100 may start the effect control command capturing process at the fall of the effect control INT signal. Also, the polarity of the effect control INT signal may be reversed (it may be at a low level when instructing command capture).

  Next, the transmission timing of each effect control command transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560 to the effect control microcomputer 100 will be described.

  FIG. 34 is a timing chart showing the transmission timing of the effect control command when the 15-round jackpot game is executed. As shown in FIG. 34, every time a start winning occurs and variable symbol display is started on the special symbol display 8, the background designation command corresponding to the gaming state is displayed in the special symbol normal process (step S300). Is sent. Also, in the special symbol normal process (step S300), the type of big hit is determined when it is out of place, big hit, small hit or big hit. In the variation pattern setting process (step S301), the variation pattern is determined, and a variation pattern command designating the determined variation pattern is transmitted in the decorative symbol command control process (step S29). Subsequently, in the decorative symbol command control process (step S29), the symbol information designation command corresponding to the losing, big hit (big hit type) and small hit determined in the special symbol normal process is transmitted, and further, the start winning memory designation command is sent. (The start winning memory designation command at this time is a command indicating that the start winning memory number has been decremented by -1 due to the start of fluctuation). In the example shown in FIG. 34, an effect control command for designating a big hit variation pattern is transmitted as the variation pattern command, and an effect control command for specifying 15 rounds of big hit as the symbol information designation command (suddenly probable big hit and small hits). It is assumed that an effect control command other than a command for designating is transmitted. Then, the special symbol variation time is measured in the special symbol variation processing (step S302).

  In the effect control microcomputer 100, the variation pattern command from the game control microcomputer 560 shows a variation pattern indicating a variation pattern dedicated to outliers, a variation pattern dedicated to probability variation jackpots, a variation pattern dedicated to probability variation jackpots, and a variation pattern dedicated to normal jackpots. If it is a pattern command, the stop symbol of the decorative symbol to be stopped and displayed on the variable display device 9 is determined based on the command. On the other hand, if the variation pattern command from the game control microcomputer 560 is a variation pattern command indicating a variation pattern for both normal jackpot / probability variation jackpot, the variable display device 9 uses the symbol information designation command received thereafter. The stop symbol of the decorative symbol to be stopped is determined.

  Further, the production control microcomputer 100 starts the variation of the decorative pattern in the variable display device 9 based on the reception of the variation pattern command from the game control microcomputer 560.

  Further, the production control microcomputer 100 confirms whether it is a loss or a big hit or a small hit based on the symbol information designation command from the game control microcomputer 560. The presence / absence of execution and the execution timing are also confirmed.

  In the special symbol variation processing (step S302), when the special symbol variation time has elapsed, the special symbol display unit 8 derives and displays a special symbol stop symbol and transmits a decorative symbol stop designation command (design confirmation designation command). Is done. When receiving the decoration symbol stop designation command from the game control microcomputer 560, the effect control microcomputer 100 derives and displays the already determined decoration symbol stop symbol.

  In the special symbol stop process (step S303), when the symbol stop time elapses, the special symbol stop symbol is confirmed. If the special symbol stop symbol is a big hit symbol, a fanfare command corresponding to the big hit type is transmitted. Based on the fanfare command from the game control microcomputer 560, the effect control microcomputer 100 executes a fanfare effect informing the start of the big hit game on the variable display device 9.

  In the big prize opening pre-processing (step S304), when the jackpot display time elapses, the big prize opening is opened, and a 15-round big prize opening opening command for designating the first round display is transmitted. The The production control microcomputer 100 displays the round display of the first round on the variable display device 9 based on the command for opening the big prize opening from the game control microcomputer 560.

  When the round time elapses in the process for opening the special prize opening (step S305), the special prize opening is closed, and a command for opening the big prize opening for 15 rounds specifying the interval display after the first round is transmitted. The The production control microcomputer 100 displays an interval display on the variable display device 9 until the next round (second round) is started based on the command after the big winning opening is opened from the game control microcomputer 560.

  When the interval time elapses in the post-opening process for the special winning opening (step S306), the special winning opening is opened and a command for opening the special winning opening for 15 rounds specifying the round display of the second round is transmitted. . The production control microcomputer 100 displays the round display of the second round on the variable display device 9 based on the command for opening the big prize opening from the game control microcomputer 560.

  By repeatedly executing the process during opening of the special winning opening and the process after opening the special winning opening as described above, the round display of each round and the interval display between rounds are displayed, and the round advances in order. In the special symbol normal process (step S300), when it is determined that the re-lottery effect is to be executed during the big hit game, it is re-executed during a predetermined round (in the 15th round in the example of FIG. 34). A lottery effect is executed. The round in which the re-drawing effect is executed is not limited to the fifteenth round, and may be, for example, the seventh round.

  In the fifteenth round winning opening opening post-process (step S306), when the interval time has elapsed, an ending command corresponding to the jackpot type is transmitted. On the basis of the ending command from the game control microcomputer 560, the effect control microcomputer 100 executes an ending effect informing that the jackpot game has ended on the variable display device 9. In the special symbol normal process (step S300), when it is determined to execute the re-lottery effect during the ending, the re-lottery effect is executed during the ending (in the ending effect). In the example shown in FIG. 34, the re-lottery effect is also executed in the ending effect. The re-lottery effect may be executed a plurality of times after the jackpot game starts, but in this embodiment, when the re-lottery effect is executed, it is always promoted to a probable big hit, so it is executed only once. Will be. Therefore, when the re-lottery effect is executed during the big hit, the re-lottery effect is not executed during the ending.

  Thereafter, in the jackpot end process (step S307), when the jackpot end time has elapsed, processing such as flag setting / resetting is executed, and then the process returns to the special symbol normal process (step S300) again, and the variation of the special symbol occurs. Be started.

  FIG. 35 is a timing diagram showing the transmission timing of the effect control command when a two-round big hit game (a game with a sudden probability change big hit) and a small hit game are executed. As in the case shown in FIG. 34, every time a start winning occurs and variable symbol display is started on the special symbol display 8, the special symbol normal process (step S300) is performed in accordance with the gaming state. A background specification command is sent. Also, in the special symbol normal process (step S300), the type of big hit is determined when it is out of place, big hit, small hit or big hit. In the variation pattern setting process (step S301), the variation pattern is determined, and a variation pattern command designating the determined variation pattern is transmitted in the decorative symbol command control process (step S29). Subsequently, in the decorative symbol command control process (step S29), the symbol information designation command corresponding to the losing, big hit (big hit type) and small hit determined in the special symbol normal process is transmitted, and further, the start winning memory designation command is sent. Is sent. In the example shown in FIG. 35, an effect control command that designates a variation pattern for sudden probability change or small hit as a variation pattern command is transmitted, and an effect control that designates sudden probability change big hit or small hit as a symbol information designation command. Assume that a command has been sent. Then, the special symbol variation time is measured in the special symbol variation processing (step S302).

  The production control microcomputer 100 displays a decorative pattern to be stopped and displayed on the variable display device 9 based on a variation pattern command indicating a variation pattern dedicated to sudden probability variation big hit or a variation pattern dedicated to small hit from the game control microcomputer 560. Determine the stop symbol.

  Further, the production control microcomputer 100 starts the variation of the decorative pattern in the variable display device 9 based on the reception of the variation pattern command from the game control microcomputer 560. Further, the production control microcomputer 100 suddenly confirms the probability change big hit or the small hit based on the symbol information designation command from the game control microcomputer 560. In this embodiment, the re-lottery effect is not executed in the case of sudden probability big hit and small hit.

  In the special symbol variation processing (step S302), when the special symbol variation time has elapsed, the special symbol display unit 8 derives and displays a special symbol stop symbol and transmits a decorative symbol stop designation command (design confirmation designation command). Is done. When receiving the decoration symbol stop designation command from the game control microcomputer 560, the effect control microcomputer 100 derives and displays the already determined decoration symbol stop symbol.

  In the special symbol stop process (step S303), when the symbol stop time elapses, the special symbol stop symbol is confirmed, and if the special symbol stop symbol is a sudden probability variation symbol, a fanfare command for designating a sudden probability variation big hit is issued. Sent. If the special symbol stop symbol is a small hit symbol, a fanfare command designating the start of the small symbol is transmitted. The production control microcomputer 100 suddenly starts a probable large hit game or a small hit game based on the fanfare command from the game control microcomputer 560. It should be noted that the same two-round effect is executed both when the probability change big hit game is suddenly started and when the small hit game is started. The effect for two rounds is a series of special effects that are executed from the start to the end of the sudden change big hit game or the small hit game. For example, if a suddenly probable symbol or a small hit symbol (suddenly probable symbol is the same symbol as the small hit symbol) is stopped and displayed as a decorative symbol stop symbol, a character appears suddenly or a movie image is played back. Such a special 2-round production is started. When the two-round production ends, the production mode shifts to a chance mode in which the transition of the probability change state is expected.

  When the probability change big hit game is suddenly started, in the big winning opening opening pre-processing (step S304), when the big winning display time elapses, the big winning opening is opened and the display state at the first round is designated. A command for opening a big prize opening for two rounds is sent. The effect control microcomputer 100 switches the display screen of the effect for two rounds executed in the variable display device 9 based on the command for opening the big prize opening from the game control microcomputer 560.

  When the round time elapses in the process for opening the big prize opening (step S305), the big prize opening is closed, and a command after opening the big prize opening for two rounds that specifies the display state after the first round is transmitted. Is done. The effect control microcomputer 100 switches the display screen of the effect for the two rounds executed in the variable display device 9 based on the command after the special winning opening from the game control microcomputer 560.

  In the post-opening process for the big winning opening (step S306), when the interval time elapses, the big winning opening is opened, and a two-round big winning big opening opening command specifying the display state at the second round is issued. Sent. The effect control microcomputer 100 switches the display screen of the effect for two rounds executed in the variable display device 9 based on the command for opening the big prize opening from the game control microcomputer 560.

  In the second round big opening opening process (step S305), when the round time elapses, the big winning opening is closed and the big winning opening for two rounds big hit that specifies the display state after the second round is designated. A command is sent after release. The effect control microcomputer 100 switches the display screen of the effect for the two rounds executed in the variable display device 9 based on the command after the special winning opening from the game control microcomputer 560.

  In the post-opening process for the special winning opening after the second round (step S306), when the interval time elapses, an ending command for designating the end of the sudden probability change big hit is transmitted. The effect control microcomputer 100 switches the display screen of the effect for two rounds executed in the variable display device 9 based on the ending command from the game control microcomputer 560.

  Thereafter, in the big hit end process (step S307), when the big hit end time has elapsed, after the big hit game state setting process etc. is executed, the process returns to the special symbol normal process (step S300) again, and the special symbol change starts. Is done.

  When the small hit game is started, the big winning opening is opened when the small hit display time has elapsed in the small hit release pre-processing (step S308).

  In the small hit opening process (step S309), when the round time elapses, the big prize opening is closed.

  In the small hit release pre-processing (step S308), when the interval time elapses, the big winning opening is opened.

  In the second round small hit opening process (step S309), when the round time elapses, the big prize opening is closed.

  In the pre-opening process for small hits after the second round (step S308), when the interval time has elapsed, the process proceeds to a small hitting end process.

  Thereafter, in the small hit end process (step S310), when the small hit end time has elapsed, after the small hit flag reset process is executed, the process returns to the special symbol normal process (step S300) again to change the special symbol. Is started.

  In addition, during the round in the small hit game (similarly in the sudden probability change big hit game), the opening time (round time) of the big prize opening is short. For this reason, since 10 game balls do not win the big winning opening, the big winning opening is not closed within the round time. Accordingly, since the time from the start to the end of the game is constant, the display control state of the effect for two rounds is not based on the presentation control microcomputer 100 receiving the command for opening the big prize opening or the command after opening the big prize opening. Can be switched. Therefore, in the small hit game, the game control microcomputer 560 does not perform the process of transmitting the special winning opening opening command or the special winning opening open command. Note that even in the case of a sudden probability big hit, the game control microcomputer 560 may not perform the process of transmitting the command for opening the big prize opening or the command after opening the big prize opening.

  Next, the normal symbol process (step S28) executed by the game control microcomputer 560 will be described. FIG. 36 is a flowchart showing an example of the normal symbol process. In the normal symbol process, when the game control microcomputer 560 detects that the game ball has passed through the gate 32 and the gate switch 32a is turned on (step S111), the game switch microcomputer 560 performs the gate switch passage process (step S112). Run. Then, the game control microcomputer 560 executes any one of the processes shown in steps S100 to S103 according to the value of the normal symbol process flag.

  Gate switch passage processing (step S112): The game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the count value of the gate passage memory counter (the number of gate passage memories) has reached the maximum value (in this example, “4”). If the maximum value has not been reached, the count value of the gate passage storage counter is incremented by one. Note that the LED of the normal symbol storage memory display 41 is turned on according to the value of the gate passage storage counter. Then, the game control microcomputer 560 performs processing for extracting the value of the random number for determination per ordinary symbol (random 4) and storing it in the storage area (ordinary symbol determination buffer) corresponding to the value of the number of memory passing through the gate. .

  Normal symbol normal processing (step S100): The game control microcomputer 560 is in a state where normal symbol variation can be started (for example, when the value of the normal symbol process flag is a value indicating step S100) The normal symbol display 10 does not display the variation of the normal symbol, and the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is not in the opening / closing operation of the variable winning ball apparatus 15 based on the fact that the symbol is derived and displayed on the normal symbol display 10). Confirms the value of the gate passing memory number. Specifically, the count value of the gate passing memory number counter is confirmed. If the gate passing memory number is not 0, it is determined whether or not to win (whether or not to stop the normal symbol as a winning symbol). Then, the normal symbol variation time is set in the normal symbol process timer, and the timer is started. Then, the value of the normal symbol process flag is updated to a value (specifically “1”) indicating the normal symbol variation process (step S101).

  Normal symbol variation processing (step S101): The game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the ordinary symbol process timer has timed out. The normal symbol stop symbol display time is set in the symbol process timer, and the timer is started. Then, the value of the normal symbol process flag is updated to a value (specifically “2”) indicating the normal symbol stop process (step S102).

  Normal symbol stop process (step S102): The game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the normal symbol process timer has timed out, and if it has timed out, checks whether or not the normal symbol stop symbol is a winning symbol. To do. If it is not a winning symbol (if it is a missing symbol), the value of the normal symbol process flag is updated to a value (specifically, “0”) indicating the normal symbol normal processing (step S100). On the other hand, if the stop symbol of the normal symbol is a winning symbol, the normal electric accessory operating time is set in the normal symbol process timer, and the timer is started. Further, it is confirmed whether or not the current gaming state is a high base state, and if it is a high base state, an opening pattern of the ordinary electric accessory (variable winning ball device 15) in the high base state is selected, If in the low base state, the release pattern of the ordinary electric accessory (variable winning ball apparatus 15) in the low base state is selected, and the selected release pattern is set. Then, the value of the normal symbol process flag is updated to a value (specifically “3”) indicating the normal electric accessory operation processing (step S103).

  Ordinary electric accessory actuating process (step S103): The game control microcomputer 560 wins a game ball to the ordinary electric accessory (variable winning ball apparatus 15) on the condition that the normal symbol process timer has not timed out. The ordinary electric accessory winning count process for counting the number (the number of winnings to the second start winning opening 14) is executed, and the ordinary electric accessory is released with the set opening pattern (of the variable winning ball apparatus 15). (Open / close operation is executed) Normal electric accessory release pattern processing is executed. When the normal symbol process timer times out, the value of the normal symbol process flag is updated to a value (specifically “0”) indicating the normal symbol normal process (step S100).

  FIG. 37 is a flowchart showing normal symbol normal processing (step S100). In the normal symbol normal process, the game control microcomputer 560 confirms whether or not the gate passing memory number is 0 by confirming the count value of the gate passing memory number counter (step S121). If the gate passing memory number is 0 (Y in step S121), the process is terminated as it is. If the gate passing memory number is not 0 (N in step S121), the game control microcomputer 560 reads the normal symbol random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the gate passing memory number = 1. Store in the random number buffer area of the RAM 55 (step S122). Then, the game control microcomputer 560 decrements the value of the gate passing memory number counter by 1 and shifts the contents of each storage area (step S123). That is, the random number value for normal symbol determination stored in the storage area corresponding to the number of gate passing memories = n (n = 2, 3, 4) is stored in the storage area corresponding to the number of gate passing memories = n−1. Store. Therefore, the order in which the random numbers for determination per ordinary symbol stored in the respective storage areas corresponding to the respective gate passing memory numbers are extracted is always the order of the gate passing memory number = 1, 2, 3, 4 It is supposed to match.

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 reads the normal symbol per-determination random number from the random number storage buffer (step S124), and determines whether to win or not based on the read random number value (step S125). Specifically, it is determined whether or not the value of the random number for normal symbol determination matches the hit determination value, and if there is a matching hit determination value, it is determined to be a hit. For example, when the hour / short flag is set, that is, when the base state is high (short time state, short state when probability change), the hit determination value is any one of 1 to 10, and when the low base state, the hit determination value is 3 or 7 and so on. If the random number for determination per normal symbol is updated in a numerical range of 0 to 10, the winning probability in the high base state is 10/11, and the winning probability in the low base state is 2/11. As described above, the hit is made with a high probability in the high base state, and the win is made only with a low probability in the low base state.

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 sets the normal symbol change time in the normal symbol process timer (step S126), and starts the normal symbol change in the normal symbol display 10 (step S127). In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 40, the variation time of the normal symbol at low base is 30.0 seconds, and the variation time of the normal symbol at high base is 1.0 seconds. . Then, the game control microcomputer 560 updates the value of the normal symbol process flag to a value (specifically “1”) indicating the normal symbol variation process (step S101) (step S128).

  FIG. 38 is a flowchart showing the normal symbol variation process (step S101). In the normal symbol variation processing, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether the value of the normal symbol process timer has reached 0, that is, whether the normal symbol process timer has timed out (step S131). If the normal symbol process timer has not timed out (N in step S131), the game control microcomputer 560 decrements the value of the normal symbol process timer by -1 (step S135).

  When the normal symbol process timer times out, that is, when the normal symbol variation time has elapsed (Y in step S131), the game control microcomputer 560 stops the variation of the normal symbol on the normal symbol display 10 ( Step S132). Then, the game control microcomputer 560 sets the normal symbol stop symbol display time in the normal symbol process timer (step S133). Then, the game control microcomputer 560 updates the value of the normal symbol process flag to a value (specifically “2”) indicating the normal symbol stop process (step S102) (step S134).

  FIG. 39 is a flowchart showing the normal symbol stop process (step S102). In the normal symbol stop process, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether the value of the normal symbol process timer has reached 0, that is, whether the normal symbol process timer has timed out (step S141). If the normal symbol process timer has not timed out (N in step S141), the game control microcomputer 560 decrements the value of the normal symbol process timer by -1 (step S142).

  When the normal symbol process timer times out, that is, when the normal symbol stop symbol display time has elapsed (Y in step S141), the game control microcomputer 560 determines whether the stop symbol of the normal symbol is a winning symbol ( Whether or not it is determined to be a win in step S125) is confirmed (step S143). Note that whether or not the stop symbol of the normal symbol is a winning symbol is determined by, for example, setting the normal symbol per symbol determination flag when it is determined to be a winning symbol in step S125, and checking whether or not the flag is set. Can do.

  When the stop symbol of the normal symbol is a winning symbol (Y in step S143), the game control microcomputer 560 sets the normal electric accessory operating time in the normal symbol process timer (step S144). The ordinary electric accessory operating time is the maximum time during which the ordinary electric accessory (variable winning ball device 15) can operate. The normal electric accessory operating time is set to be longer in the high base state than in the low base state. In this embodiment, it is assumed that the normal electric accessory operating time is set to 7 seconds in the high base state, and the normal electric accessory operating time is set to 1.5 seconds in the low base state.

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether the game state is a high base state or a low base state (step S145). Whether the base state is the high base state or the low base state can be confirmed by checking whether or not the time reduction flag is set. When the time reduction flag is set, it can be determined that the high base state is set, and when the time reduction flag is not set, it can be determined that the low base state is set. In the high base state, a high base state flag indicating the high base state is set, and whether the base state is the high base state or the low base state is determined depending on whether or not the flag is set. You may do it.

  When in the high base state (Y in step S145), the game control microcomputer 560 selects the release pattern set in the high base time table shown in FIG. S146). On the other hand, when in the low base state (N in step S145), the game control microcomputer 560 selects the release pattern set in the low base time table shown in FIG. (Step S147). In the example shown in FIG. 40, in the low base time table, opening pattern data is set in which the opening time is 0.5 seconds and the closing time is 1.0 seconds, and the number of times of opening is one. In this embodiment, in the low base state, as described above, the normal symbol process timer is set to 1.5 seconds as the normal electric accessory operating time, and the variable winning ball device 15 is once in 0.5 seconds. The symbol process timer normally times out when the closing time of 1.0 seconds elapses. In the example shown in FIG. 40, in the high base time table, opening pattern data in which the opening time is 2.5 seconds, the closing time is 1.0 seconds, and the number of opening times is two is set. In this embodiment, in the high base state, as described above, the normal symbol process timer is set to 7 seconds as the normal electric accessory operating time, and after the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is opened for 2.5 seconds, After the closing time of 1.0 seconds, the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is opened again. When the opening time of 2.5 seconds elapses, the variable winning ball device 15 is closed again, and when the closing time of 1.0 seconds elapses, the normal symbol process timer times out. The closing time (1.0 seconds in this example) corresponds to a predetermined interval period. Therefore, in this embodiment, the variable winning ball apparatus between the state in which the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is physically opened according to the opening time shown in the opening pattern shown in FIG. 40 and the closing time shown in the opening pattern. The state where 15 is closed corresponds to the open state of the variable winning ball apparatus 15.

  Then, the game control microcomputer 560 sets the release pattern selected in step S146 or S147 in the release pattern buffer (step S148). When the opening pattern is set in the opening pattern buffer, the opening pattern time (in this case, the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is set) is added to the ordinary electric accessory opening pattern timer (the timer for measuring the opening time and closing time of the ordinary electric accessory). The process of setting the closing time until the first opening is also performed. Thereafter, the value of the normal symbol process flag is updated to a value (specifically “3”) indicating the normal electric accessory operation processing (step S103) (step S149).

  In step S143, when it is determined that the stop symbol of the normal symbol is not a winning symbol but an off symbol (N in step S143), the game control microcomputer 560 sets the value of the normal symbol process flag to the normal symbol normal flag. The value (specifically “0”) indicating the process (step S100) is updated (step S150).

  FIG. 41 is a flowchart showing the ordinary electric accessory operating process (step S103). In the normal electric actor operation process, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether the value of the normal symbol process timer has reached 0, that is, whether the normal symbol process timer has timed out (step S161). If the normal symbol process timer has not timed out (N in step S161), the game control microcomputer 560 decrements the value of the normal symbol process timer by -1 (step S162).

  Then, the game control microcomputer 560 loads the switch-on buffer into the register (step S163). The switch-on buffer is a buffer in which 1 is set in the corresponding bit of the switch when switch-on is detected, and 0 is set in the corresponding bit of the switch when the switch-off is detected.

  The game control microcomputer 560 checks whether 1 is set in the second start port switch input bit (corresponding bit of the second start port switch 14a) (step S164). That is, it is confirmed whether or not the second start opening switch 14a is turned on (whether or not a game ball has won the second start winning opening 14). If 1 is not set in the second start port switch input bit (N in step S164), the process proceeds to step S168. If 1 is set in the second start port switch input bit (Y in step S164), the second start port switch 14a is turned on, so that the game control microcomputer 560 is a normal electric accessory (variable). The number of the number of game balls won in the winning ball apparatus 15) is incremented by 1 (step S165). Then, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the value of the ordinary electric winning prize counter is less than 8 (step S166). If the value of the ordinary electric winning prize counter is not less than 8 (N in step S166), that is, if it is 8 or more, the game control microcomputer 560 clears (sets to 0) the value of the normal symbol process timer. (Step S167). With this process, the ordinary electric accessory actuating process is completed (see Y in step S161, S172). Thus, in this embodiment, when eight or more game balls win the variable winning ball device 15 within the normal electric accessory operating time, the normal electric accessory operating process is terminated.

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 decrements the value of the ordinary electric accessory release pattern timer by -1 (step S168). Then, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the value of the ordinary electric accessory release pattern timer is 0, that is, whether or not the ordinary electric accessory release pattern timer has timed out (step S169). If not timed out (N in step S169), the process is terminated as it is. If time-out has occurred (Y in step S169), the game control microcomputer 560 sets the release pattern time in the normal electric accessory release pattern timer (step S170). Then, the game control microcomputer 560 drives the solenoid 16 to open or close the ordinary electric accessory (variable winning ball apparatus 15) (step S171).

  Specifically, when the ordinary electric accessory release pattern timer times out when the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is in the closed state, the release time is set as the release pattern time in the ordinary electric accessory release pattern timer, and the output port buffer (solenoid The variable winning ball apparatus 15 is opened by reversing the normal electric accessory solenoid output bit of the buffer). If the ordinary electric accessory release pattern timer times out while the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is open, the normal electric accessory release pattern timer sets a closing time as an open pattern time, and the normal output port buffer (solenoid buffer) The variable winning ball apparatus 15 is closed by reversing the electric accessory solenoid output bit.

  Through the processes in steps S168 to S171 described above, an open pattern in the low base state and an open pattern in the high base state are realized. When the gaming state is in the low base state, the opening time is 0.5 seconds and the number of times of opening is one, so that, for example, 1.0 seconds from the start of the normal electric accessory activation process When the closing time elapses, the variable winning ball device 15 is opened and opened, and when the opening time of 0.5 seconds elapses thereafter, the variable winning ball device 15 is closed and closed. Further, when the gaming state is the high base state, the release time is 2.5 seconds and the number of times of opening is 2, so that, for example, 2.5 after the normal electric accessory actuating process is started. When the closing time of 2 seconds elapses, the variable winning ball device 15 is opened and opened, and when the opening time of 2.5 seconds elapses thereafter, the variable winning ball device 15 is closed and closed, and again When the closing time of 2.5 seconds elapses, the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is opened and opened, and when the opening time of 2.5 seconds elapses, the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is closed and closed. Become.

  In step S161, when the normal symbol process timer times out (Y in step S161), the game control microcomputer 560 sets the value of the normal symbol process flag to the value indicating the normal symbol normal process (step S100) (specifically, Is updated to "0") (step S172).

  FIG. 42 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of bit assignment of input ports related to a switch for detecting a game ball in the game control microcomputer 560. As shown in FIG. 42, the bits 0 to 7 of the input port 0 have a count switch 23, a gate switch 32a, winning port switches 33a, 29a, and 30a, a first starting port switch 13a, and a second starting port switch 14a, respectively. , And the detection signal of the stage start port switch 40a is input. The input port 0 is a part of the I / O port unit 57 shown in FIG.

  Next, payout control commands (payout control signals) transmitted and received between the main board 31 and the payout control board 37 will be described. FIG. 43 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the content of a payout control signal output from the game control microcomputer 560 to the payout control microcomputer.

  The prize ball REQ signal is a signal that is in an output state (= ON state) when a prize ball number command is transmitted (that is, a trigger signal for a prize ball payout request). The award ball number signal is a signal (prize ball number command) output for designating the number of game balls (0 to 15) for which a payout request is made.

  FIG. 44 is a block diagram showing signal lines and the like used for transmission / reception of each control signal shown in FIG. As shown in FIG. 44, the prize ball REQ signal and the 4-bit prize ball number signal are output by the game control microcomputer 560 via the output circuit 67 and to the payout control microcomputer 370 via the input circuit 373A. Entered. The output circuit 67 is installed outside the I / O port 57 shown in FIG. 3 on the main board 31 (not shown in FIG. 3). Further, on the payout control board 37, an output circuit 67 is installed in the preceding stage of the input port in the payout control microcomputer.

  FIG. 45 is a timing chart showing an example of how to output the payout control signal. As shown in FIG. 45, a winning detection switch (count switch 23, winning port switches 33a, 29a, 30a, first starting port switch 13a, second starting port switch 14a, and stage starting port switch 40a) is a winning game ball. The game control microcomputer 560 turns on the prize ball REQ signal and turns the output state of the prize ball number signal into a state according to the number of prize balls to be paid out according to winning. To do. Specifically, when the gaming control microcomputer 560 detects that a game ball has won a winning area provided in the gaming machine based on a detection signal from the winning detection switch, the gaming control microcomputer 560 calculates a predetermined number of winning balls. It is added to the content of the total number of winning balls stored in the backup RAM. When the content of the total winning ball number storage buffer becomes a non-zero value, the winning ball REQ signal is turned on, and the output state of the winning ball number signal is set in accordance with the number of winning balls to be paid out according to winning. Put it in a state.

  Further, in this embodiment, when a game ball is detected by the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a and the stage start port switch 40a, four prize balls are paid out, and the winning port switches 33a, 29a , 30a, 7 prize balls are paid out when a game ball is detected, and 15 game balls are paid out when a game ball is detected by the count switch 23. Further, as described above, since the prize ball number signal is composed of 4 bits, among the prize ball number signals of 00 (H) to 0F (H) expressed in 8 bits, the lower 4 bits are The signal is transmitted from the main board 31 to the payout control board 37 by the award ball number signal. Hereinafter, it may be expressed as “00 (H) to 0F (H) prize ball number signal”, but in reality, the prize ball number signal is represented by 8 bits. This corresponds to the lower 4 bits of 0F (H).

  Further, in this embodiment, the prize ball number signal is transmitted by unidirectional communication in which the signal is transmitted only from the main board 31 toward the payout control board 37, but by bidirectional communication, A prize ball number signal may be transmitted from the main board 31 to the payout control board 37. When performing two-way communication, for example, the payout control microcomputer transmits an ACK signal (response signal) to the game control microcomputer 560 in response to reception of the prize ball REQ signal, or receives a prize ball number signal. An ACK signal indicating that the game has been performed is transmitted to the game control microcomputer 560.

  Next, the switch process (step S21) in the main process will be described. In this embodiment, when the ON state of the detection signal of each switch related to winning detection or gate passage continues for a predetermined time, it is determined that the switch is certainly turned on. Specifically, the switch process is activated every 2 ms, but if the switch is detected to be turned on in both the switch process activated at the present time and the switch process activated 2 ms ago, the switch process is surely performed. Determined to be on.

  FIG. 46 is an explanatory diagram showing each 1-byte buffer formed in the RAM 55 used in the switching process. The port buffer before two times is a buffer in which the switch on / off determination result of the previous time (assumed to be 4 ms before) is stored. The previous port buffer is a buffer in which the switch on / off determination result of the previous time (2 ms before) is stored. As described above, in the switch-on buffer, when a switch on is detected, 1 is set in the corresponding bit of the switch, and when a switch off is detected, 0 is set in the corresponding bit of the switch. It is a buffer. The previous data is a buffer area that is temporarily used when the switch process is executed. The previous-time port buffer, the previous port buffer, the switch-on buffer, and the previous data are formed in the RAM 55. Further, the bit arrangement of the port buffer, the previous port buffer, and the switch-on buffer two times in advance corresponds to the bit arrangement of the input port 0. That is, information corresponding to each of the switch detection signals assigned to bits 0 to 7 shown in FIG. 42 is set in bits 0 to 7 of the port buffer, the previous port buffer, and the switch-on buffer two times before.

  FIG. 47 is a flowchart showing a processing example of the switch processing in step S21 in the game control processing. In the switch process, the game control microcomputer 560 sets the content of the previous port buffer to the previous data (step S331). Further, the exclusive OR of the contents of the port buffer and the previous data is taken twice before (step S332). Then, the result of the exclusive OR operation is set as the previous data (step S333). At this stage, in the previous data, the bit having a different value among the 8 bits of the port buffer and the 8 bits of the previous port buffer is “1”. In addition, the contents of the previous port buffer are set in the port buffer two times before (step S334).

  Then, input port 0 data is input (step S335), and the input data is set in the previous port buffer (step S336). The processes in steps S334 and S336 correspond to a preparation process when the switch process is executed next time (after 2 ms).

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 takes the logical product of the data input from the input port 0 and the previous data (step S337). At this stage, in the previous data, a bit having a different value among the 8 bits of the previous port buffer and the 8 bits of the previous port buffer is “1”. That is, among the detection signals of the seven switches, the bit corresponding to the detection signal changed from the state before 2 ms from the state before 4 ms (from “0” to “1” or from “1” to “0”). Is “1”. Therefore, when the logical product of the previous data and the data input from the input port 0 is taken in step S337, the bit that is “1” in the data input from the input port 0 and 2 ms before The bit whose state has changed from the state 4 ms before becomes “1”. That is, as a result of the logical product operation, the bit corresponding to the detection signal in which the current state is the on state and has been detected to have changed from the off state to the on state during the previous switch processing (2 ms before) is “ 1 ”. In other words, the bit corresponding to the detection signal that has changed from the off state to the on state and then detected the on state twice in succession is “1”. Note that “continuously twice” means “both the switch process executed at a certain time and the switch process executed 2 ms after the switch process”.

  The game control microcomputer 560 stores the result of the AND operation in the switch-on buffer (step S338). In the switch-on buffer, after changing from the off state to the on state, the bit corresponding to the detection signal in which the on state is detected twice consecutively is “1”. Therefore, the game control microcomputer 560 can confirm that the detection signal of the switch corresponding to the bit which is “1” in the switch-on buffer is surely turned on. Note that “definitely” means that the ON state has been detected twice in succession, that is, it can be considered that the ON state has continued for 4 ms. It can be done.

  FIG. 48 is a flowchart showing an example of the prize ball processing in step S31. In the prize ball process, the game control microcomputer 560 executes a prize ball number addition process (step S341) and a prize ball control process (step S342).

  In the prize ball number adding process, a prize ball number table shown in FIG. 49 is used. The prize ball number table is set in the ROM 54. The number of processes (in this example, “7”) is set at the start address of the winning ball number table, and the switch input bit determination for each switch of the winning opening from which the winning ball is to be paid out by winning from the next address. The value and the number of winning balls are sequentially set corresponding to each switch of the winning opening. The switch input bit determination value is a value corresponding to the bit to which the detection signal of each switch at the input port 0 is input (see FIG. 42).

  FIG. 50 is a flowchart showing the prize ball number adding process in step S341. In the winning ball number adding process, the game control microcomputer 560 sets the start address of the winning ball number table as a pointer (step S351). Then, the data at the address pointed to by the pointer (in this case, the number of processes) is loaded (step S352). Next, the switch-on buffer is loaded into the register (step S353).

  Then, the pointer value is incremented by 1 (step S354), and the logical product of the contents of the switch-on buffer and the prize ball number table data pointed to by the pointer (in this case, the switch input bit determination value) is calculated (step S355). . Further, the value of the pointer is increased by 1 (step S356).

  If the calculation result in step S355 is not 0 (N in step S361), that is, if the detection signal of the switch to be inspected is on, the process proceeds to step S362. If the calculation result in step S355 is 0 (Y in step S361), that is, if the detection signal of the switch to be inspected is not on, the number of processes is reduced by 1 (step S359), and if the number of processes is 0 The process ends, and if the number of processes is not 0, the process returns to step S354 (step S360).

  In step S362, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the abnormal winning notification flag is set. The abnormal winning notification flag is set when it is determined in the abnormal winning notification processing described later that an abnormal winning to the second start winning opening 14 or the big winning opening has occurred (see steps S258A and S264C). The abnormal winning notification flag is a flag indicating that it has been determined that the abnormal winning notification is to be executed based on the determination that an abnormal winning to the second start winning opening 14 or the big winning opening has occurred. That is, in step S362, it is confirmed whether it is a case where it is determined that it is in an abnormal winning state by checking whether the abnormal winning notification flag is set.

  If the abnormal winning notification flag is not set (N in step S362), the game control microcomputer 560 sets the prize ball number table data pointed to by the pointer (in this case, the number of prize balls) as the prize ball addition value. (Step S364), the prize ball addition value is added to the contents of the 16-bit total prize ball number storage buffer formed in the RAM 55 (Step S365). If a carry occurs as a result of the addition, the content of the total number of winning balls storage buffer is set to 65535 (= FFFF (H)) (steps S357 and S358). Then, the process proceeds to step S359.

  If the abnormal winning notification flag is set (Y in step S362), it is determined in the abnormal winning notification processing described later that it has been determined that an abnormal winning at the second start winning opening 14 or the big winning opening has occurred. In this case, the game control microcomputer 560 does not execute the control of adding the prize ball addition value to the total prize ball number storage buffer. That is, the prize ball payout based on the count switch 23 being turned on is not executed (the processes in steps S364 and S365 are skipped). Then, the process proceeds to step S359.

  By executing the above processing, the game control microcomputer 560 determines that an abnormal winning state is entered to the second start winning opening 14 or the big winning opening (the abnormal winning notification flag is set). If so, execution of control for paying out the game ball is prohibited. Therefore, the payout for the illegal winning prize can be prohibited, and the illegal act on the variable winning ball apparatus 15 can be prevented. In addition, when there is a possibility that the second start winning opening has been won due to an illegal act, it is possible to prevent the game store from being disadvantaged by not paying out the winning ball based on the winning.

  FIG. 51 is a flowchart showing the prize ball control processing in step S342. In the prize ball control process, the game control microcomputer 560 checks the contents of the total prize ball number storage buffer (step S371). If the value is 0, the process ends. If it is not 0, it is confirmed whether or not the content of the total prize ball number storage buffer is smaller than the prize ball command maximum value (“15” in this example) (step S372). If the content of the total prize ball number storage buffer is equal to or greater than the prize ball command maximum value, the prize ball command maximum value is set in the prize ball number buffer (step S373). If the content of the total prize ball number storage buffer is smaller than the prize ball command maximum value, the content of the total prize ball number storage buffer is set in the prize ball number buffer (step S374). Then, the contents of the prize ball number buffer are set in the output port for outputting the prize ball number signal (step S375). Further, “1” is set to the bit of the prize ball REQ signal of the output port for outputting the prize ball REQ signal (step S376).

  A prize ball REQ signal is output by the processing of step S376. That is, the prize ball REQ signal is turned on (see FIG. 45). In addition, a prize ball number signal is output by the process of step S375 (see FIG. 45). In this embodiment, the maximum prize ball command value is “15”. Therefore, a prize ball number signal designating the maximum number of payouts of “15” is transmitted to the payout control board 37.

  When the winning ball number signal is transmitted, the game control microcomputer 560 subtracts the contents of the winning ball number buffer (the winning ball payout number commanded to the payout control means) from the contents of the total winning ball number storage buffer (step S377). ).

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 sets the ON period of the prize ball REQ signal. Specifically, an initial value is set in the wait counter (step S378). Then, the value of the wait counter is decremented by 1 until the value of the wait counter becomes 0 (steps S379 and S380). When the value of the wait counter reaches 0, the on period is terminated.

  That is, “0” is set to the bit of the prize ball REQ signal of the output port for outputting the prize ball REQ signal (step S381), and 00 (H) is set to the output port for outputting the prize ball number signal. (Step S382).

  When the payout control microcomputer mounted on the payout control board 37 receives the prize ball number signal, it drives the payout device 97 so that the number of game balls specified by the prize ball number signal is paid out.

  FIG. 52 is a flowchart showing the abnormal winning notification process in step S23. In the abnormal winning notification process, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether an abnormal notification prohibition flag is set (step S251). The abnormality notification prohibition flag is set in a main process executed when power supply to the gaming machine is started (see step S44 in FIG. 5). When the abnormality notification prohibition flag is not set, the process proceeds to step S255. If the abnormality notification prohibition flag is set, the value of the prohibition period timer set in step S45 is decremented by 1 (step S252). When the value of the prohibition period timer becomes 0, that is, when the prohibition period timer times out, the abnormality notification prohibition flag is reset (steps S253 and S254).

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the value of the special symbol process flag is 4 or more (step S255). When the value of the special symbol process flag is 4 or more (Y in step S255), the game is in the big hit game or the small hit game. If it is in such a state, there is a possibility that a game ball will win the big prize opening, so the process proceeds to the process of step S261 without performing the process of confirming the abnormal winning to the big prize opening.

  A state where the value of the special symbol process flag is less than 4 is a state where neither a big hit game nor a small hit game is played. In this state, if there is a game ball winning at the big winning opening, it can be determined that the winning is an abnormal winning. Therefore, an abnormal winning confirmation process for the special winning opening shown below is performed.

  That is, if the value of the special symbol process flag is less than 4 (N in step S255), the game control microcomputer 560 loads the contents of the switch-on buffer into the register (step S256). Then, the game control microcomputer 560 takes the logical product of the contents of the loaded switch-on buffer and the count switch input bit determination value (01 (H), see FIG. 49) (step S257). When the content of the switch-on buffer is 01 (H), that is, when the count switch 23 is on, the logical product operation result is 01 (H). When the count switch 23 is not turned on, the operation result of the logical product is 0 (00 (H)).

  If the result of the logical product is not 0 (N in step S258), it is determined that an abnormal winning has occurred in the special winning opening, and an abnormal winning notification flag indicating that an abnormal winning is notified is set (step S258A), control is performed to transmit an abnormal winning notification 2 designation command to the effect control board 80 (steps S259 and S260). That is, the game control microcomputer 560 sets the address of the abnormal winning notification 2 designation command transmission table in the pointer (step S259), and executes the command setting process (step S260). On the other hand, if the result of the logical product is 0 (Y in step S258), it is determined that no abnormal winning in the special winning opening has occurred, and the process proceeds to step S261.

  In step S261, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether the value of the normal symbol process flag is 3 (step S261). The state where the value of the normal symbol process flag is 3 is a state where it is determined that the ordinary electric accessory (variable winning ball device 15) is in the open state (when the variable winning ball device 15 is physically open). And when the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is physically closed until a predetermined interval period elapses). If it is in such a state (Y in step S261), there is a possibility that the game ball may win the second start winning opening 14, so that an abnormal winning confirmation to the second starting winning opening 14 is not performed. The winning notification process is terminated.

  The state where the value of the normal symbol process flag is not 3 (N in step S261) is a state in which the normal electric accessory (variable winning ball device 15) is determined to be in a state other than the open state. If there is a game ball winning in the second start winning opening 14 in such a state, there is a possibility that the winning is an abnormal winning. Therefore, the abnormal winning confirmation process to the second start winning opening 14 shown below is performed.

  That is, if the value of the normal symbol process flag is not 3 (N in step S261), the game control microcomputer 560 loads the contents of the switch-on buffer into the register (step S262). Then, the game control microcomputer 560 takes the logical product of the content of the loaded switch-on buffer and the second start port switch input bit determination value (80 (H), see FIG. 49) (step S263). When the content of the switch-on buffer is 80 (H), that is, when the second start port switch 14a is on, the logical product operation result is 80 (H). When the second start port switch 14a is not turned on, the logical product operation result is 0 (00 (H)).

  When the logical product is not 0 (N in step S264), the second start winning port 14 is in the state other than the open state (including the state of the predetermined interval period), but the second start This is a case where a game ball has won the winning opening 14. In this case, the game control microcomputer 560 adds 1 to the value of the winning cumulative number counter (step S264A), and whether the value of the winning cumulative number counter after the addition is equal to or greater than a predetermined value (5 in this example). (Step S264B). If it is equal to or greater than the predetermined value, the game control microcomputer 560 determines that an abnormal winning to the second start winning opening 14 has occurred, sets an abnormal winning notification flag (step S264C), and produces the effect control board 80. Then, control for transmitting an abnormal winning notification 1 designation command is performed (steps S265 and S266). That is, the game control microcomputer 560 sets the address of the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command transmission table in the pointer (step S265), and executes the command setting process (step S266). On the other hand, if the result of the logical product is 0 (Y in step S264) or if the value of the winning cumulative number counter is not equal to or greater than the predetermined value (N in step S264B), an abnormality to the second start winning opening 14 is detected. It is determined that no winning has occurred, and the abnormal winning notification process is terminated without performing control for transmitting the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command.

  When the count switch 23 is turned on in the state where neither big hit game nor small hit game is performed by the above processing, an abnormal winning notification 2 designation command is transmitted. The abnormal winning notification 1 designation command is transmitted even when the second start opening switch 14a is turned on in a state where the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is not opened and closed (the second start winning opening 14 is in a state other than the open state). Is done.

  In addition, the process of steps S251 to S253 prohibits the start of abnormality notification when the production control microcomputer 100 is performing initialization notification. The production control microcomputer 100 continues to execute the initialization notification until the period corresponding to the prohibition period has elapsed since the start of the abnormality notification.

  In the process of step S255, the game control microcomputer 560 determines whether or not an abnormal winning in the big winning opening has occurred based on the value of the special symbol process flag. Therefore, since it can be determined whether or not an abnormal winning has occurred based on one data, the determination process can be simplified. Further, as described above, since the big hit end process or the small hit end process is executed for a predetermined time after the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 is closed, the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 has won a big winning opening immediately before closing. The game ball is prevented from being detected by the count switch 23 after the value of the special symbol process flag returns to 0, and an error is not notified even though it is a regular winning. .

  Further, in the process of step S261, the game control microcomputer 560 determines whether or not an abnormal winning has occurred in the second start winning opening 14 based on the value of the normal symbol process flag. Therefore, since it can be determined whether or not an abnormal winning has occurred based on one data, the determination process can be simplified. In addition, as described above, as a method of delaying the timing for determining an abnormal prize from the timing for closing the variable winning ball apparatus 15, the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is set a predetermined time before the value of the normal symbol process flag is switched from 3 to 0. Is closed, and when the value of the normal symbol process flag is switched from 3 to 0, an abnormal winning determination is made. The game ball is prevented from being detected by the second start switch 14a after the value of the normal symbol process flag returns to 0, and an error is reported even though it is a regular winning. There is nothing.

  At the same time that the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is closed, the value of the normal symbol process flag is switched from 3 to 0, and the abnormal winning determination is made after a predetermined time has elapsed since the value of the normal symbol process flag is switched from 3 to 0. May be. Also, in the determination of the abnormal winning to the big winning opening, the timing for determining the abnormal winning by the same method may be delayed from the timing for closing the big winning opening (special variable winning ball apparatus 20).

  Next, the operation of the effect control means will be described. FIG. 53 is a flowchart showing main processing executed by the effect control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the effect control CPU 101) mounted on the effect control board 80. The production control microcomputer 100 starts executing the main process when the power is turned on. In the main processing, first, initialization processing is performed for clearing the RAM area, setting various initial values, and initializing a timer for determining the activation control activation interval (for example, 2 ms) (step S701). .

  Then, the production control microcomputer 100 proceeds to a loop process for monitoring the timer interrupt flag (step S702). When the timer interruption occurs, the production control microcomputer 100 sets a timer interruption flag in the timer interruption process. If the timer interrupt flag is set in the main process, the effect control microcomputer 100 clears the flag (step S703) and executes the effect control process.

  In the effect control process, the effect control microcomputer 100 first analyzes the received effect control command and executes a process of setting a flag according to the received effect control command (command analysis process: step S704). Next, the effect control microcomputer 100 executes effect control process processing (step S705). In the effect control process, a process corresponding to the current control state (effect control process flag) is selected from the processes corresponding to the control state, and display control of the variable display device 9 is executed. In addition, a random number update process for updating a counter value of a counter for generating a predetermined random number (for example, a random number for determining a stop symbol) is executed (step S706). Further, a notification control process for performing notification using an effect device such as the variable display device 9 is executed (step S707). Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S702.

  FIG. 54 is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of a command reception buffer for storing the effect control command received from the game control microcomputer 560 of the main board 31. In this example, a command reception buffer of a ring buffer type capable of storing six 2-byte configuration effect control commands is used. Therefore, the command reception buffer is configured by a 12-byte area of reception command buffers 1 to 12. A command reception number counter indicating in which area the received command is stored is used. The command reception number counter takes a value from 0 to 11. The ring buffer format is not necessarily required.

  The effect control command transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560 is received by an interrupt process based on the effect control INT signal, and is stored in a buffer area formed in the RAM. In the command analysis process, it is analyzed which command (see FIGS. 13 and 14) the effect control command stored in the buffer area is.

  55 to 58 are flowcharts showing command analysis processing (step S704) in the main processing. The effect control command received from the main board 31 is stored in the reception command buffer, but in the command analysis process, the effect control microcomputer 100 checks the contents of the command stored in the command reception buffer.

  In the command analysis process, the production control microcomputer 100 first checks whether or not a reception command is stored in the command reception buffer (step S611). If the reception command is stored in the command reception buffer, the effect control microcomputer 100 reads the reception command from the command reception buffer (step S612).

  If the received effect control command is an effect control command (background specifying command: 9500 (H) to 9503 (H)) for specifying the background in the variable display device 9 (Y in step S613), the effect control microcomputer 100 is used. Confirms the gaming state based on the content of the background designation command, and sets the confirmed gaming state in a predetermined area of the RAM (step S614). And the control which displays the background image according to a game state on the variable display apparatus 9 is performed (step S615).

  If the received effect control command is an effect control command (variation pattern command: 8000 (H) to 800F (H)) for designating a change pattern (step S616), the effect control microcomputer 100 uses the command EXT. Data is stored in the fluctuation pattern data storage area in the RAM (step S617), and a fluctuation pattern reception flag is set (step S618). Then, the production control microcomputer 100 confirms whether or not the variation pattern command is a variation pattern command designating a variation pattern for both normal big hit / probable variation big hit (step S619), and a variation pattern for both common big hit / probable variation big hit. If the change pattern command is not for designating (N in step S619), the first decorative symbol determination process is executed (step S620). The first decorative symbol determination process is to stop the decorative symbol based on a variation pattern command that designates a variation pattern other than the regular big hit / probable variation big hit variation pattern (a special variation pattern such as a variation pattern that designates a loss). This is a process of determining a symbol. The detailed contents of the first decorative symbol determination process will be described later (see FIGS. 59 and 60). If the variation pattern command specifies a variation pattern for both normal big hit / probable variation big hit (Y in step S619), a common flag indicating that the variation pattern is for both normal big hit / probable variation big hit is set (step S621).

  If the received effect control command is an effect control command (design information designation command: 8C00 (H) to 8C06 (H)) that designates symbol information (Y in step S622), the effect control microcomputer 100 displays the symbol information. A symbol information command reception flag indicating that the information designation command has been received is set (step S623). The symbol information command reception flag is reset at the end of symbol variation, at the end of a big hit or at the end of a small hit (see steps S867, S974, S987). Then, the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the stop symbol of the decorative symbol has already been determined (step S624). Here, if the variation pattern command is not a command for designating a variation pattern for both normal jackpot / probability variation jackpot, the stop symbol of the decoration symbol has already been determined in the first decoration symbol determination process. Therefore, it can be confirmed whether or not the stop symbol of the decorative symbol has already been determined depending on whether or not the dual-purpose flag is set.

  If the decorative symbol stop symbol has not yet been determined (N in step S624), the production control microcomputer 100 executes a second decorative symbol determination process (step S625). In the second decorative symbol determination process, when a variation pattern command for designating a variation pattern for both normal jackpot / probability variation jackpot is received, based on the symbol information designation command, a probability variation symbol or a non-probability variation symbol is used as a decoration symbol stop symbol. It is a process to determine. The detailed contents of the second decorative symbol determination process will be described later (see FIG. 61). If the decorative symbol stop symbol has already been determined (Y in step S624), it is confirmed whether or not a re-lottery effect needs to be executed (step S626). Here, since the symbol information designation command also specifies whether or not to execute a re-lottery effect after the start of the big hit game as a big hit type, confirm the necessity of executing the re-lottery effect according to the contents of the symbol information designation command Can do. When it is necessary to execute a re-lottery effect (Y in step S626), the effect control microcomputer 100 executes a post-lottery stop symbol determination process (step S627). The stop symbol after re-lottery means a stop symbol (probability variable symbol in this embodiment) that is stopped and displayed (derived display) after the re-lottery effect is executed. In addition, the stop symbol (in this embodiment, a non-probable variation symbol) that is stopped and displayed before the re-lottery effect is executed may be referred to as a temporary stop symbol. The detailed contents of the symbol determination process after re-lottery will be described later (see FIG. 62).

  If the received effect control command is an effect control command (start winning memory designation command: C0XX (H)) for designating the start winning memory number (step S628), the start winning memory display control process is executed (step S629). . The start winning memory display control process is a process for performing a control for displaying a display (start winning memory display) that can specify the start winning memory number in a predetermined area of the variable display device 9. In this process, the production control microcomputer 100 confirms the number of start winning memories based on the start winning memory designation command, and displays the confirmed number of start winning memories on the variable display device 9.

  Then, the production control microcomputer 100 determines whether or not the start prize memory designation command is a start prize memory designation command for designating the start prize memory number -1 transmitted at the start of variation, that is, in the decorative symbol command control process. It is determined whether or not the start winning memory designation command is transmitted next to the symbol information designation command (step S630). Here, whether or not it is a start prize memory designation command for designating the start prize memory number −1, for example, in the start prize memory display control process, stores the start prize memory number designated by the start prize memory designation command. The determination can be made by checking whether or not the number of start winning memories specified by the next received start winning memory specifying command is -1. If it is not the start winning memory designation command for designating the starting winning memory number −1 (N in Step S630), the process returns to Step S611. If it is a start prize memory designation command for designating the start prize memory number −1 (Y in step S630), the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the symbol information command reception flag is set (step S631). If the flag is set (Y in step S631), it indicates that the symbol information designation command has been normally received before the start winning memory designation command, and the process returns to step S611.

  If the symbol information command reception flag is not set (N in step S631), it indicates that the symbol information designation command has not been normally received before the start winning memory designation command. That is, it means that the symbol information designation command is missed in the production control microcomputer 100. In this case, the production control microcomputer 100 confirms whether or not the decorative symbol stop symbol has already been determined in step S620 (step S632). At this time, the stop pattern of the decorative symbol has already been determined. The variation pattern command is a variation pattern dedicated to outliers, a variation pattern dedicated to probable big hit, a variation pattern dedicated to normal big hit, and a variation pattern dedicated to sudden positive variation Or a command for designating a variation pattern dedicated to small hits, indicating that the first decorative symbol determination process (step S620) is being executed. On the other hand, the fact that the decorative symbol stop symbol has not yet been determined means that the variation pattern command is a command for designating a variation pattern for both normal jackpot / probability variation jackpots, and the first ornament symbol determination process (step S620). Indicates that is not running.

  If the stop symbol of the decoration symbol has already been determined (Y in step S632), the process returns to step S611. If the decorative symbol stop symbol has not yet been determined (N in step S632), a provisionally determined symbol determination process is executed (step S633). The tentatively determined symbol determining process is a process of tentatively determining a non-probable variable symbol when a variation pattern command for both normal jackpot / probable variable jackpot is received but a symbol information designation command is missed. The detailed contents of the temporary determination symbol determination process will be described later (see FIG. 63).

  In addition to the case where the symbol information designation command is missed, if the symbol information designation command is not completely received, that is, the MODE data and the EXT data of the symbol information designation command cannot be received. Also included is a case of receiving a command that is not a symbol information designation command, such as a garbled command. For example, when the MODE data of the symbol information designation command is garbled, a command that is not a symbol information designation command (including a command that cannot be recognized by the production control microcomputer 100) is received, or the symbol information designation command EXT This is the case, for example, when an EXT data command (see FIG. 13) that is not defined as a symbol information designation command is received due to garbled data.

  The EXT data of the symbol information specifying command is garbled. However, when a command defined as the symbol information specifying command is received, the symbol information specifying command is an inconsistent symbol information specifying command in the control process. It will be received. In this case, when the production control microcomputer 100 recognizes that the symbol information designation command has been received, the symbol information command reception flag is set (step S623), and the flag is set in step S631 (step S631). There is a possibility that the provisionally determined symbol determining process is not executed (Y in S631) (step S633). However, if the garbled symbol information designation command is a command other than the normal jackpot designation command (8C01 (H)) or the probable variation jackpot designation command (8C02 (H) to 8C04 (H)), the decorative symbol has not yet been determined. However, it is possible to determine that the variation pattern command and the symbol information designation command are not consistent with each other by receiving such a symbol information designation command (N in step S632). In such a case, it is preferable to execute a provisionally determined symbol determination process (step S633).

  If the received effect control command is an effect control command (fanfare command: A000 (H) to A004 (H), A600 (H)) that specifies the start of a big hit or a small hit (fanfare) (step S634 in FIG. 57). Y), the production control microcomputer 100 sets a fanfare reception flag according to the content of the fanfare command (step S635). For example, depending on the contents of the fanfare command (such as the type of jackpot), a fanfare reception flag indicating the start of a normal jackpot, a fanfare reception flag indicating the start of a promiscuous jackpot (no re-lottering effect), a probability variable jackpot (re-lottery effect during a jackpot) Fanfare reception flag indicating the start of execution), fanfare reception flag indicating the start of probability variation big hit (execution of re-draw lottery with ending), fanfare reception flag indicating the start of sudden probability variation big hit, fanfare reception flag indicating the start of small hit To do.

  Then, the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not a command non-reception flag indicating that the symbol information designation command has not been received is set (step S636). The command non-reception flag is set in the temporary determination symbol determination process (see step S633A in FIG. 63). At this time, if the command unreceived flag is set, it means that a variation pattern command for both normal jackpot / probable variation jackpot has been received, but the symbol information designation command has not been received normally, and whether the probability variation jackpot or normal jackpot This means that the decorative symbol stop symbol (big hit symbol) has not been determined.

  If the command non-reception flag is not set (N in step S636), the process returns to step S611. When the command non-reception flag is set (Y in step S636), it is checked whether the big hit is a probable big hit based on the fanfare reception flag or the like (step S637). If it is not a probable big hit (N in step S637), the process returns to step S611. If it is a probable big hit (Y in step S637), the production control microcomputer 100 extracts a random number for determining the probable variation symbol (step S638), and determines and stores the probable variation symbol of the decorative symbol in accordance with the extracted random value (step S638). Step S639). The probability variation symbol determined and stored in this way is a symbol after re-lottery that is derived and displayed in the re-lottery effect. Since the decorative symbols on the left, middle and right are the same symbols (“1”, “3”, “5”, “7”, “9”), the probability variation symbols of the decorative symbols are determined for those symbols in the probability variation symbol determination table. A value is assigned, and the symbol of the determination value that matches the probability variable symbol determination random number value is determined as the probability variable symbol that is the stop symbol after the re-lottery.

  Next, the effect control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not it is necessary to execute the re-lottery effect after the start of the big hit game based on the fanfare reception flag (step S640). Even if it is not necessary to execute the re-lottery effect, that is, even if the fanfare command specifying execution of the re-lottery effect is not received during the big hit or the ending (N in step S640), the re-lottery effect is performed. Must be executed. This is because when a variation pattern command for both normal jackpot / probable variation jackpot is received but no symbol information designation command is received, a non-probable variation symbol is determined as a temporary jackpot symbol in the provisional symbol determination process (see FIG. 63). ) Since the non-probable variation symbol has already been derived and displayed, it is necessary to derive and display the probabilistic variation symbol in the re-drawing effect so as not to give a disadvantage to the player when the true jackpot type is the probabilistic jackpot. Because there is. Therefore, the production control microcomputer 100 extracts the execution timing determination random number (step S641), and determines the execution timing of the re-lottery effect according to the extracted execution timing determination random number (step S642). Then, a re-lottery execution flag corresponding to the determined execution timing is set (step S644). Specifically, when it is determined that the re-lottery effect is executed during the big hit, the re-lottery execution flag is set during the big hit, and when it is determined that the re-lottery effect is executed during the ending, the ending re-lottery is executed. A flag is set.

  On the other hand, when it is necessary to execute a re-lottery effect, that is, when a fanfare command specifying execution of a re-lottery effect is received during a big hit or ending (Y in step S640), the fanfare command is specified. The timing is determined as the re-lottery effect execution timing (step S643). Then, a re-lottery execution flag corresponding to the determined execution timing is set (step S644).

  If the received effect control command is an effect control command (ending command: A301 (H) to A305 (H), A700 (H)) for designating the end (ending) of the big hit or the small hit (Y in step S645). The production control microcomputer 100 sets an ending reception flag corresponding to the content of the ending command (step S646). For example, depending on the content of the ending command (such as the type of jackpot), an ending reception flag indicating the end of a normal jackpot, an ending reception flag indicating the end of a promiscuous jackpot (no re-drawing effect), a promising big hit (re-drawing effect during a jackpot) An ending reception flag indicating the end of execution), an ending reception flag indicating the end of probability variation jackpot (execution of re-lottery effect by ending), and an ending reception flag indicating the end of sudden probability variation jackpot.

  If the received production control command is a power-on designation command (initialization designation command: 9000 (H)) (Y in step S645), the production control microcomputer 100 is an initial indicating that the initialization process has been executed. Control to display the screen on the variable display device 9 is performed (step S646A). The initial screen includes an initial display of predetermined production symbols. Also, an initial notification flag is set (step S646B), and a value corresponding to the initial notification period value is set in the period timer (step S646C). The initial notification period is a period in which initialization notification is performed in response to reception of the initialization designation command. The production control microcomputer 100 ends the initialization notification when the initial notification period elapses. The initial notification period is the same as the prohibition period set by the game control microcomputer 560 in step S45. Therefore, when the initialization notification is performed, the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command or the abnormal winning notification 2 designation command is not received.

  If the received effect control command is a power failure recovery designation command (9200 (H)) (Y in step S647A), the effect control microcomputer 100 displays a predetermined power failure recovery screen (the game state continues). (Screen for displaying information for informing the player that the player is playing) is controlled (step S647B).

  If the received effect control command is an abnormal prize notification 1 designation command (D000 (H)) (step S648a), the effect control microcomputer 100 sets an abnormal prize notification 1 designation command reception flag (step S649a).

  If the received effect control command is an abnormal winning notification 2 designation command (D001 (H)) (step S648b), the production control microcomputer 100 sets an abnormal winning notification 2 designation command reception flag (step S649b).

  If the received effect control command is another command (N in step S648b), the effect control microcomputer 100 sets a flag corresponding to the received effect control command (step S650). Then, control goes to a step S611.

  59 and 60 are flowcharts showing the first decorative symbol determination process (step S620). In the first decorative symbol determination process, the game control microcomputer 560 determines that a deviation has been determined when the received variation pattern command is a variation pattern command dedicated to a deviation (Y in step S651). A flag is set (step S652), and it is confirmed whether or not the variation pattern is a variation pattern with reach (step S653). If it is not a variation pattern with reach (N in step S653), the production control microcomputer 100 extracts the left / right / decorative random number for design determination (step S654), and according to the extracted random number value, the left / right / right ornament. A symbol is determined and stored (step S655). When the left and right decorative symbols become the same symbol, either the left or right symbol is changed to a symbol shifted by one to prevent reach.

  If it is a variation pattern with reach (Y in step S653), a left decorative design determining random number is extracted (step S656), and the same left and right decorative design is determined and stored in accordance with the extracted random value (step S657). Then, a random number for determining the decorative pattern in the middle is extracted (step S658), and the decorative pattern in the middle is determined and stored according to the extracted random number value (step S659). When the left, middle, and right decorative symbols are the same, either the left or right symbol or the middle symbol is changed to a one-shift symbol so that no big hit occurs.

  When it is not a variation pattern command dedicated to outliers (N in step S651) but a variation pattern command dedicated to probability variation big hit (Y in step S660), the production control microcomputer 100 indicates that the probability variation big hit has been determined. A probability variation big hit determination flag is set (step S661). Then, a random number for determining a probable variation symbol is extracted (step S662), and a probabilistic variation symbol for the decorative symbol is determined and stored according to the extracted random number value (step S663).

  If the fluctuation pattern command is not for the probability variable big hit only (N in Step S660) but is the normal big hit special (Y in Step S664), the effect control microcomputer 100 confirms that the normal big hit has been determined. The normal big hit determination flag shown is set (step S665). Then, a random number for determining the non-probable variation is extracted (step S666), and the non-probable variation of the decorative symbol is determined and stored in accordance with the extracted random value (step S667).

  When the variation pattern command is not for the normal big hit only (N in Step S664) but for the sudden probability variation big hit (Y in Step S668), the effect control microcomputer 100 has determined the sudden probability variation big hit. Then, a sudden probability variation big hit determination flag is set (step S669). Then, a sudden probability variable design random number is extracted (step S670), and according to the extracted random number value, the sudden probability variable symbol of the decorative symbol is determined and stored (step S671).

  If it is not the variation pattern command dedicated to sudden probability variation big hit (N in step S668) but the variation pattern command dedicated to small hit, the effect control microcomputer 100 determines the small hit determination flag indicating that the small hit has been determined. Is set (step S672). Then, a small hit design symbol is extracted (step S673), and the small hit symbol of the decorative symbol is determined and stored according to the extracted random value (step S674).

  In this embodiment, since the suddenly probable symbol and the small hit symbol of the decorative symbol are the same symbol, the stop symbol of the decorative symbol may be determined using the same random value.

  FIG. 61 is a flowchart showing the second decorative symbol determination process (step S625). In the second decorative symbol determination process, the production control microcomputer 100 first determines whether or not the big hit is a probable big hit based on the contents of the symbol information designation command (the stop symbol at the time when the fluctuation is stopped is a probable variable symbol). (Step S681), and if it is a probable big hit (Y in Step S681), the probable big hit has been determined (the big hit symbol at the time of variable stop is probable) A probability variation jackpot determination flag indicating that the symbol is a symbol is set (step S682). Then, a probability variable design determining random number is extracted (step S683), and according to the extracted random number value, the probability variation design of the decorative symbol is determined and stored (step S684). The probability variation symbol of the decorative symbol determined in this way becomes a stop symbol derived and displayed at the end of symbol variation.

  When it is not a probable big hit (N in step S681), that is, a normal big hit designating command for designating that the stop symbol at the time of variable stop is a non-probable variable symbol, and a stop symbol at the time of variable stop is a non-probable variable symbol during big hit game 2 command to specify that the symbol will be promoted to a probable variation in the re-lottery effect, or to specify that the stop symbol at the time of change stop is a non-probable symbol and that it will be promoted to a probable symbol in the ending re-lottery effect In the case of the command specifying 3 for the probable variation jackpot, the production control microcomputer 100 sets the normal jackpot determination flag indicating that the normal jackpot has been determined (the jackpot symbol at the time of fluctuation stop being a non-probability variation symbol) ( Step S685). Then, a random number for determining the non-probable variation is extracted (step S686), and the non-probable variation of the decorative symbol is determined and stored in accordance with the extracted random value (step S687). The non-probability variation symbol of the decorative symbol determined in this way becomes a stop symbol derived and displayed at the end of the symbol variation.

  FIG. 62 is a flowchart showing a stop symbol determination process after re-lottery (step S627). In the stop lottery symbol determination process after re-lottery, the production control microcomputer 100 first confirms whether or not it is designated to execute the re-lottery zone during the big hit based on the contents of the symbol information designation command (step S627A), when it is designated to execute the re-lottery effect during the big hit (Y of step S627A), the big lottery re-lottery execution flag is set (step S627B), and the re-lottery effect is executed during the big hit. Is not specified (N in step S627A), an ending re-lottery execution flag is set (step S627C). Then, the production control microcomputer 100 extracts a probability variable design determining random number (step S627D), and determines and stores a probability variable symbol of the decorative symbol according to the extracted random value (step S627E). The probability variation symbol of the decorative design determined in this way becomes a post-re-lottery stop symbol derived and displayed after execution of the re-lottery effect.

  FIG. 63 is a flowchart showing the temporary determination symbol determination process (step S633). In the temporarily determined symbol determination process, the effect control microcomputer 100 sets a command non-reception flag indicating that the symbol information designation command has not been received (step S633A). Then, the production control microcomputer 100 extracts a non-probable variation determining random number (step S633B), and determines and stores a non-probable variation of the decorative symbol according to the extracted random value (step S633C). The non-probable variation of the decorative symbol determined in this way is a provisionally determined symbol that is derived and displayed at the end of symbol variation before the re-lottery effect is executed (before the big hit game is started).

  FIG. 64 is a flowchart showing the effect control process (step S705) in the main process. In the effect control process, the effect control microcomputer 100 performs one of steps S800 to S808 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 an effect control command (fluctuation pattern command) specifying a fluctuation pattern has been received by the command reception interrupt process. Specifically, it is confirmed whether or not a variation pattern reception flag indicating that a variation pattern command has been received is set. The variation pattern reception flag is set in step S618 in the command analysis process executed by the effect control microcomputer 100.

  Decoration symbol variation start processing (step S801): Control is performed so that the variation of the ornament symbol is started. In addition, a value corresponding to the variation time is set in the variation time timer, the process table to be used is selected, and the process timer setting value set at the beginning of the process table is set in the process timer.

  Decoration 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.

  Decoration symbol variation stop process (step S803): Control is performed to stop the variation of the ornament symbol and to derive and display the stop symbol (definite symbol) in response to the time-out of the variation time timer.

  Big hit display process (step S804): After the end of the variation time, the big hit display is controlled. For example, when a fanfare command designating the start of a big hit is received, a fanfare effect is executed. Also, when a fanfare command designating sudden start of a probable big hit is received, a two-round effect is executed.

  In-round processing (step S805): Display control during round is performed. For example, when a command for opening a special prize opening indicating that the special prize opening is open is received, display control of the number of rounds is performed. A re-lottery effect may be executed during a predetermined round. In this embodiment, it is assumed that the round in which the redrawing effect is executed is determined in advance (for example, the seventh round or the fifteenth round).

  Post-round processing (step S806): Display control between rounds is performed. For example, when a command after opening the big prize opening indicating that the special prize opening is after being opened (closed) is received, an interval display or the like is performed.

  Big hit end effect processing (step S807): Control of the big hit end display after the big hit game ends. For example, when an ending command specifying the end of the big hit is received, an ending effect is executed. Note that a re-lottery effect may be executed during the ending effect.

  Small hit effect processing (step S808): After receiving the fanfare command designating the start of the small hit after the end of the variation time, the two round effect that is the effect during the small hit is executed.

  FIG. 65 is an explanatory diagram of a configuration example of 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, each variation mode constituting the variation pattern is described. The process timer set value is set with a change time in the change mode. The effect control microcomputer 100 refers to the process table, and performs control for variably displaying the decorative symbols in the variation mode set in the display control execution data for the time set in the process timer set value.

  Similarly to the control based on the display control execution data, the production control microcomputer 100 controls the lighting state of various lamps based on the lamp control execution data for the time set in the process timer set value, and the sound number Data is output to the audio output board 70.

  The process data shown in FIG. 65 is stored in the ROM of the effect control board 80. A process table is prepared for each variation pattern.

  FIG. 66 is a flowchart showing a variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) in the effect control process. In the variation pattern command reception waiting process, the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the variation pattern reception flag is set (step S811). If it has been set, the flag is reset (step S812). Then, the production control microcomputer 100 determines the variation pattern of the decorative design based on the contents (variation pattern, variation time) designated by the variation pattern command (step S813). Thereafter, the production control microcomputer 100 changes the value of the production control process flag to a value corresponding to the decorative symbol variation start process (step S801) (step S814).

  FIG. 67 is a flowchart showing a decorative symbol variation start process (step S801) in the effect control process. In the decorative symbol variation start process, the effect control microcomputer 100 first selects a process table corresponding to the variation pattern (step S821). Then, the production control microcomputer 100 starts a process timer in the process data 1 of the selected process table (step S822).

  Then, the production control microcomputer 100 sets the content of the process data 1 (execution of display control) on condition that the abnormality notification flag indicating that the abnormal winning notification is being performed is not set (N in step S823). According to the data 1, the lamp control execution data 1, and the sound number data 1), the control of the rendering device (the variable display device 9 as the rendering component, various lamps as the rendering component, and the speaker 27 as the rendering component) is executed ( Step S824). For example, in order to display an image corresponding to the variation pattern on the variable display device 9, a command is output to the VDP 109. 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.

  When the abnormality notification flag is set (Y in step S823), the effect control microcomputer 100 executes control of the effect device according to the contents of only the display control execution data 1 in the process data 1 (step S823). S825). That is, when the abnormality notification flag is set, when a new variable display of the decorative design is started, the lamp display effect and the sound effect according to the variable display are not executed. The lamp display and sound output in response to the abnormal winning notification are continued. Note that the lamp display pattern and sound effect sound effect according to the variable display and the lamp display pattern and alarm sound (notification sound) according to the abnormal winning notification are set in different channels, and the lamp display is simultaneously displayed. If it is possible to output sounds simultaneously, it is not necessary to separate the processing of step S824 and step S825.

  In addition, when performing the process of step S825, the production control microcomputer 100 does not simply output a command based on the display control execution data 1 to the VDP 109, but in accordance with the number of times the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command is received. A command for “superimposed display” is also output to the VDP 109. In other words, the variable display device 9 is controlled so that the display at that time (notification of abnormal winning is made) and the display effect image of the decorative symbol variable display are simultaneously displayed on the variable display device 9. . That is, when the abnormality notification flag is set and the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command is received a predetermined number of times (for example, 3) or more, the variable is displayed when a new variable display of the decorative symbol is started. Not only the display production effect according to the display is executed, but also the notification according to the notification of the abnormal winning is continued.

  Then, a value corresponding to the variation time specified by the variation pattern command is set in the variation time timer (step S826), and the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the decorative symbol variation process (step S802). (Step S827).

  FIG. 68 is a flowchart showing the decorative symbol variation process (step S802) in the effect control process. In the decorative symbol variation process, the production control microcomputer 100 subtracts 1 from the value of the process timer (step S841) and decrements the value of the variation time timer by -1 (1 subtraction) (step S842). When the process timer times out (step S843), the process data is switched. That is, the process timer setting value set next in the process table is set in the process timer (step S844). Further, on the condition that the abnormality informing flag is not set, the control state for the rendering device is changed based on the display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data set next (step S845A). , S845B).

  When the abnormality notification flag is set, the rendering device is controlled according to the content of only the display control execution data i in the process data i (i is any one of 2 to n) (steps S845A and S845C). . Therefore, when the abnormality notification flag is set, the lamp display and sound effects according to the variable display of the decorative design are not executed, but the lamp display and sound according to the abnormal prize notification are not executed. Output continues.

  Further, when the process of step S845C is performed, the CPU 101 for effect control does not simply output a command based on the display control execution data i to the VDP 109, but “superimpose” according to the number of times of receiving the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command. A command for “display” is also output to the VDP 109. Therefore, when the abnormality notification flag is set and the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command is received a predetermined number of times (for example, 3) or more, only the display effect effect corresponding to the variable display of the decorative symbol is executed. Instead, the notification according to the notification of the abnormal winning is continued.

  If the variation time timer has timed out (step S846), the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the decorative symbol variation stop process (step S803) (step S848). Even if the variable time timer has not timed out, if the confirmation command reception flag indicating that the symbol confirmation designation command has been received is set (step S847), the process proceeds to step S848. Even if the variation time timer has not timed out, if the symbol confirmation designation command is received, the process shifts to control to stop variation.For example, a variation pattern command indicating a long variation time due to noise between substrates is received. Even in such a case, the variation of the decorative symbol can be terminated when the regular variation time has elapsed (when the variation of the special symbol has ended).

  FIG. 69 is a flowchart showing a decorative symbol variation stop process (step S803) in the effect control process. In the decorative symbol variation stopping process, the effect control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the confirmed command reception flag is set (step S851). If the confirmed command reception flag is set (Y in step S851), the confirmed command reception flag is reset (step S852), and the stop symbol of the decorative symbol determined and stored in the command analysis process is derived and displayed. Control is performed (step S853).

  In this embodiment, the production control microcomputer 100 performs control to stop and display the decorative symbols in response to the reception of the symbol confirmation designation command (decorative symbol stop designation command) from the game control microcomputer 560. However, the present invention is not limited to such a configuration, and control for stopping and displaying decorative symbols may be performed based on the time-out of the variable time timer.

  If the stop symbol of the decorative symbol derived and displayed in step S853 is a small hit symbol (Y in step S854), the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether the fan hit reception flag for small hit is set. (Step S855). When the small hitting fanfare reception flag is set (Y in step S855), the effect control microcomputer 100 selects a two-round effect based on the contents of the stored fanfare command (step S856). . Then, the production control microcomputer 100 selects process data corresponding to the selected 2-round production (step S857). Then, the process timer is started (step S858), and the 2R effect time timer for measuring the execution time of the 2-round effect is started (step S859). Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the small hit effect process (step S808) (step S860).

  When the stop symbol of the decoration symbol derived and displayed in step S853 is not a big hit symbol but a big hit symbol (non-probable variation symbol, probability variation symbol, sudden probability variation symbol) (Y in step S861), the production control microcomputer 100 performs Then, it is confirmed whether or not the fanfare reception flag is set (step S862). When the fanfare reception flag is set (Y in step S862), the production control microcomputer 100 selects either the fanfare production or the 2-round production based on the contents of the stored fanfare command (step S862). S863). Then, the production control microcomputer 100 selects process data corresponding to the selected fanfare production or the 2-round production (step S864). Then, the process timer is started (step S865), and the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the jackpot display process (step S804) (step S866).

  If the stop symbol of the decoration symbol derived and displayed in step S861 is not a big hit symbol (non-probable variation symbol, probability variation symbol, or sudden probability variation symbol), that is, if it is an outlier symbol (N in step S861), the production control microcomputer. 100 resets a predetermined flag (step S867). For example, the symbol information command reception flag is reset. 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) (step S868).

  FIG. 70 is a flowchart showing the jackpot display process (step S804) in the effect control process. In the big hit display process, the production control microcomputer 100 first checks whether or not the big prize opening open flag indicating that the big prize opening open command has been received is set (step S901). The special winning opening open flag is set in the command analysis process (see step S650). When the big prize opening open flag is not set (N in step S901), the production control microcomputer 100 subtracts 1 from the value of the process timer (step S902), and the production device (in accordance with the contents of the process data n) Control of the variable display device 9, the speaker 27, the lamps 28a to 28c, etc.) is executed (step S903). For example, in the case of 15 rounds of big hit, the variable display device 9 displays a big hit display symbol and executes an effect of displaying characters or characters indicating that a big hit has occurred. Further, for example, in the effect for two rounds, an effect for displaying special characters or characters is executed.

  Next, the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the process timer has timed out (step S904), and if the process timer has timed out, switches the process data (step S905). That is, the process data (display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data) set next in the process table is switched. Then, the process timer setting value in the next process data is set in the process timer and the process timer is started (step S906).

  When the big prize opening open flag is set (Y in step S901), the production control microcomputer 100 produces an in-round production (the number of rounds) based on the contents of the 15 round big prize opening open command. An effect for executing the corresponding round display is selected (step S907). When a command for opening a special prize opening for 2 rounds is received, there is no need to newly select an effect since an effect for 2 rounds is continuously executed during the round, but 2 for each round. When switching the effect included in the performance for round (for example, when switching the display screen of the effect for two rounds), the effect included in the effect for two rounds may be newly selected for each round. . Next, the special winning opening open flag is reset (step S908), and process data corresponding to the effect during the round is selected (step S909). Then, the process timer is started (step S910), and the value of the effect control process flag is set to a value corresponding to the in-round processing (step S805) (step S911).

  FIG. 71 is a flowchart showing the in-round processing (step S805) in the effect control process. In the processing during the round, the production control microcomputer 100 first checks whether the production control microcomputer 100 has set the flag after opening the big prize opening indicating that the command after opening the special prize opening has been received. (Step S921). The flag after the special winning opening is opened is set by the command analysis process (see step S650). When the flag for opening the big prize opening is not set (N in step S921), the production control microcomputer 100 subtracts 1 from the value of the process timer (step S922), and the production device (in accordance with the contents of the process data n) Control of the variable display device 9, the speaker 27, the lamps 28a to 28c, etc.) is executed (step S923). For example, the variable display device 9 displays a jackpot display symbol and executes an effect of displaying characters indicating the number of rounds, other characters, and the like. Moreover, in the effect for two rounds, the effect which displays a special character, a character, etc. is performed. When a lottery effect is to be executed during the big hit game (when the big lottery re-lottery execution flag is set), a round of a predetermined round (for example, the seventh round, the fifteenth round, etc.) The re-lottery effect is executed in the medium effect.

  Next, the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the process timer has timed out (step S924), and if the process timer has timed out, switches the process data (step S925). That is, the process data (display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data) set next in the process table is switched. Then, the process timer set value in the next process data is set in the process timer and the process timer is started (step S926).

  When the flag after opening the big prize opening is set in step S921 (Y in step S921), the production control microcomputer 100 performs interval production (according to the number of rounds) based on the contents of the command after opening the big prize opening. An effect for performing interval display is selected (step S929). When a command is received after opening the grand prize opening for 2 rounds, there is no need to select a new production since there is no need to select a new production since 2 rounds of production have been executed. When switching the effect included in the effect for the second time (for example, when switching the display screen of the effect for two rounds), the effect included in the effect for the second round may be newly selected after the round. Then, the effect control microcomputer 100 resets the flag after the special winning opening is opened (step S928), and selects process data corresponding to the selected interval effect (step S929). Then, the process timer is started (step S930), and the value of the effect control process flag is set to a value corresponding to the round post-processing (step S806) (step S931).

  72 and 73 are flowcharts showing the round post-processing (step S806) in the effect control process. In the round post-processing, the effect control microcomputer 100 first checks whether or not the ending flag is set (step S940). When the ending flag is not set (N in step S940), the production control microcomputer 100 determines whether or not the big prize opening open flag indicating that the big prize opening open command is received is set. Confirmation is made (step S941). When the special winning opening open flag is not set (N in step S941), the production control microcomputer 100 subtracts 1 from the value of the process timer (step S942), and the production device (in accordance with the contents of the process data n) Control of the variable display device 9, the speaker 27, the lamps 28a to 28c, etc.) is executed (step S943).

  Next, the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the process timer has timed out (step S944), and if the process timer has timed out, switches the process data (step S945). That is, the process data (display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data) set next in the process table is switched. Then, the process timer setting value in the next process data is set in the process timer and the process timer is started (step S946).

  When the big prize opening open flag is set (Y in step S941), the production control microcomputer 100 determines whether it is necessary to execute the re-lottery production during the big hit (during the round) ( Step S947). Specifically, when the big lottery re-lottery execution flag is set, it is determined that it is necessary to execute the re-lottery effect during the big hit.

  When it is determined that it is necessary to execute the re-lottery effect during the big hit (Y in step S947), the effect control microcomputer 100 selects the effect during the round in which the re-lottery effect is executed (step S948). Then, a re-lottery execution completion flag is set (step S949). On the other hand, when it is determined that it is not necessary to execute the re-lottery effect during the big hit (N in Step S947), the mid-round effect that does not execute the re-lottery effect is selected (Step S950).

  Subsequently, the special winning opening open flag is reset (step S951), and process data corresponding to the effect during the round is selected (step S952). Then, the process timer is started (step S953), and the value of the effect control process flag is set to a value corresponding to the in-round processing (step S805) (step S954).

  When the ending reception flag is set in step S940 (Y in step S940), the effect control microcomputer 100 determines whether or not a re-lottery effect needs to be executed during the ending effect (step S955). Specifically, it indicates that the re-lottery effect was executed during the big hit (during the round) even when the ending re-lottery execution flag is set or the big lottery re-lottery execution flag is set. When the re-lottery execution completion flag is not set (see step S949), it is determined that the re-lottery effect needs to be executed during the ending effect.

  When it is determined that the re-lottery effect needs to be executed during the ending effect (Y in step S955), the effect control microcomputer 100 selects the ending effect for executing the re-lottery effect (step S956). On the other hand, when it is determined that it is not necessary to execute the re-lottery effect during the ending effect (N in step S955), an ending effect that does not execute the re-lottery effect is selected (step S957).

  Next, the effect control microcomputer 100 resets the ending reception flag (step S958), and selects process data corresponding to the ending effect (step S959). Then, the process timer is started (step S960), and the value of the effect control process flag is set to a value corresponding to the big hit end effect process (step S807) (step S961).

  FIG. 74 is a flowchart showing the jackpot end effect process (step S807) in the effect control process. In the big hit end effect process, the effect control microcomputer 100 subtracts 1 from the value of the process timer (step S971), and controls the effect device (variable display device 9, speaker 27, etc.) according to the contents of the process data n. Execute (Step S972). For example, when the end of the big hit is displayed, or when a re-lottery effect is included in the ending effect, the re-lottery effect is executed.

  Then, the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the process timer has timed out (step S973), and if the process timer has timed out, a predetermined flag (probability big hit decision flag, normal big hit decision flag, suddenly) (Probability change big hit decision flag, big hit re-lottery execution flag, ending re-lottery execution flag, symbol information command reception flag, etc.) are reset (step S974), and the value of the effect control process flag waits for variation pattern command reception (step S800) (Step S975).

  FIG. 75 is a flowchart showing the small hit effect process (step S808) in the effect control process. In the small hit effect process, the effect control microcomputer 100 subtracts 1 from the value of the process timer (step S981), and controls the effect device (variable display device 9, speaker 27, etc.) according to the contents of the process data n. Execute (step S982).

  Then, the effect control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the 2R effect time timer has timed out (step S983). If not timed out (N in step S983), the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the process timer has timed out (step S984), and if the process timer has timed out (Y in step S984). The process data is switched (step S985). Then, the process timer is started (step S986). If the process timer has not timed out (N in step S984), the process ends.

  If the 2R effect time timer has timed out (Y in step S983), the effect control microcomputer 100 resets predetermined flags (such as a small hit flag and a symbol information command reception flag) (step S987). The value of the control process flag is set to a value corresponding to the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) (step S988).

  FIG. 76 is an explanatory diagram illustrating an example of a notification screen displayed on the variable display device 9. FIG. 76 (A) shows an example of an initial screen displayed on the variable display device 9 by the production control microcomputer 100 in response to reception of the initialization designation command. FIG. 76 (B) shows an example of a power failure recovery screen displayed on the variable display device 9 by the production control microcomputer 100 in response to reception of a power failure recovery designation command. FIG. 76 (C) shows an example of an abnormality notification screen displayed on the variable display device 9 by the production control microcomputer 100 according to the number of times of receiving the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command, and the variation of the decorative pattern is shown. It is shown that the display of the abnormality notification screen is continued even if is started (see the right side of FIG. 76C).

  Next, the effect aspect of the lottery symbol re-drawing effect executed in the variable display device 9 will be described. FIG. 77 is an explanatory view showing a display example of a re-lottery effect of jackpot symbol executed in the variable display device. The display effect as illustrated in FIG. 77 is executed based on the effect control command sent from the game control microcomputer 560 by the effect control microcomputer 100. In addition, the display example in FIG. 77 shows a case where the re-lottery effect is executed during the ending effect.

  In this embodiment, when the production control microcomputer 100 receives a variation pattern command other than the variation pattern command for both normal jackpot / probability variation jackpot (N in step S619), based on the received variation pattern command, The off, big hit, small hit, and big hit types are determined, and the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is determined in accordance with the type (step S620, FIG. 59 and FIG. 60). On the other hand, when a fluctuation pattern command for both normal big hit / probable variation big hit is received (Y in step S619), it is determined whether it is a probable big hit or normal big hit based on the symbol information designation command received thereafter, and a decoration corresponding to it A symbol stop symbol is determined (step S625, FIG. 61).

  However, the effect control microcomputer 100 may miss the symbol information designation command even though it has received the variation pattern command for both the normal jackpot / probability variation jackpot. In this case, the production control microcomputer 100 cannot determine whether it is a probable big hit or a normal big hit, and cannot determine the stop symbol of the decorative symbol corresponding to the big hit type. Therefore, if a symbol information designation command is missed despite receiving a normal big hit / probable big hit variation pattern command (Y in step S630, N in S631, N in S632), it is temporarily stopped. A non-probable variable symbol is determined as a decorative symbol stop symbol (step S633, FIG. 63). In this way, the non-probable variation symbol is determined because, after the non-probability variation symbol is derived and displayed at the end of the decorative symbol variation, if it is determined that the big hit type is a probabilistic large concession, it is You can promote a probabilistic symbol to a probabilistic symbol, but if you determine that the jackpot type is a normal jackpot after deriving and displaying the probable symbol at the end of the decorative symbol change, you must demote the probable symbol to a non-probable symbol. This is because such effects may discourage the player and reduce the interest of the game.

  In the example of FIG. 77, if a symbol information designation command is missed even though a variation pattern command for normal big hit / probable variation big hit is received, a non-probable variation symbol “444” is temporarily determined as a decorative symbol stop symbol. At the end of the decorative symbol variation, the non-probable variation symbol “444” is derived and displayed (temporary stop display). Then, the production control microcomputer 100 determines whether or not the re-lottery effect should be executed based on the content of the fanfare command (steps S636 and S637), and when it is determined that the re-lottery effect should be executed. Then, the probability variation symbol that is the stop symbol after the re-lottery of the decorative symbol is determined (steps S638 and S639), and the timing for executing the re-lottery effect is determined (steps S640 to S644). In the example of FIG. 77, it is assumed that the re-lottery effect is determined to be executed during the ending effect.

  As shown in FIG. 77, the production control microcomputer 100 starts the big hit game based on the reception of the fanfare command, and performs the production of each round (production during the round) based on the reception of the command for opening the big prize opening. Execution is performed in order, and effects between the rounds (interval effects) are sequentially performed based on the reception of the command after the special winning opening is opened. And the ending effect which alert | reports completion | finish of jackpot based on reception of an ending command is performed. In the example shown in FIG. 77, the re-lottery effect is executed in the ending effect. Specifically, re-variation is started in a state where the left, middle and right decorative symbols are aligned in the same design, and then an effect in which a probable variation symbol (“777” in the example of FIG. 77) is derived and displayed is executed. . Then, the player is informed that the state has entered (changed) into the probability variation state.

  FIG. 78 is a flowchart showing the notification control process in step S707. In the notification control process, the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the initial notification flag is set (step S1001). The initial notification flag is set when an initialization designation command is received from the game control microcomputer 560 (see step S646B in FIG. 58). If the initial notification flag is not set, the process proceeds to step S1006. If the initial notification flag is set, the value of the period timer set in step S646C is decremented by 1 (step S1002). Then, when the value of the period timer becomes 0, that is, when the initial notification period has elapsed, the initial notification flag is reset (steps S1003 and S1004).

  Further, the production control microcomputer 100 outputs a command for deleting the initial screen or the power failure recovery screen in the variable display device 9 to the VDP 109 (step S1005). The VDP 109 erases the initial screen or the power failure recovery screen from the variable display device 9 in response to the command.

  In step S1006, the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the abnormal winning notification 2 designation command reception flag indicating that the abnormal winning notification 2 designation command has been received is set. If not set, the process proceeds to step S1008. If the abnormal winning notification 2 designation command reception flag is set, the abnormal winning notification 2 designation command reception flag is reset (step S1007), and the process proceeds to step S1012. That is, the fact that the abnormal winning notification 2 designation command has been received is a case where an abnormal winning to the big winning opening is detected. In this case, an abnormal winning notification based only on sound output is performed by executing step S1012 described later. Is executed.

  In step S1008, the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command reception flag indicating that the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command has been received is set. If it is not set, the process is terminated as it is. If the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command reception flag is set, the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command reception flag is reset (step S1009), and the value of the abnormal winning notification 1 reception counter is incremented by 1 (step S1010). The abnormal winning notification 1 reception counter is a counter for counting the number of times of receiving the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command.

  Next, the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the value of the abnormal winning notification 1 reception counter is 1 (that is, whether or not the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command has been received only once) (step S1011). ). If the value of the abnormal winning notification 1 reception counter is 1, the production control microcomputer 100 outputs sound data indicating sound output corresponding to the abnormal winning notification to the audio output board 70 (step S1012). The voice synthesis IC 703 mounted on the voice output board 70 reads data corresponding to the input sound data from the voice data ROM 704 and outputs a voice signal to the speaker 27 side according to the read data. Therefore, sound output (output of abnormal notification sound) corresponding to the notification of abnormal winning is performed thereafter. Then, the production control microcomputer 100 sets an abnormality notification flag indicating that abnormality notification is being performed (step S1019).

  If the value of the abnormal winning notification 1 reception counter is not 1, the production control microcomputer 100 receives whether or not the value of the abnormal winning notification 1 reception counter is 2 (that is, receives the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command twice). Whether or not) is confirmed (step S1013). If the value of the abnormal winning notification 1 reception counter is 2, the production control microcomputer 100 outputs sound data indicating the sound output corresponding to the abnormal winning notification to the audio output board 70 (step S1014). In addition, the production control microcomputer 100 outputs lamp control execution data indicating lamp display corresponding to the abnormal winning notification to the lamp driver board 35 (step S1015). Therefore, thereafter, lamp display and sound output (output of abnormal notification sound) corresponding to the notification of abnormal winning is performed. Then, the production control microcomputer 100 sets an abnormality notification flag indicating that abnormality notification is being performed (step S1019).

  If the value of the abnormal winning notification 1 reception counter is not 2 (that is, if the value of the abnormal winning notification 1 reception counter is 3 or more (if the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command is received three or more times)) The control microcomputer 100 outputs sound data indicating sound output in response to the abnormal winning notification to the sound output board 70 (step S1016). Further, the production control microcomputer 100 outputs lamp control execution data indicating lamp display in response to the abnormal winning notification to the lamp driver board 35 (step S1017). Further, the production control microcomputer 100 outputs, to the variable display device 9, a command to superimpose and display the abnormality notification screen on the screen displayed at that time to the VDP 109 (step S1018). The VDP 109 superimposes and displays the abnormality notification screen on the variable display device 9 in accordance with the command (see FIG. 76C). Therefore, after that, lamp display and sound output (output of the abnormal notification sound) according to the notification of the abnormal winning is performed, and the abnormality notification screen is superimposed on the variable display device 9. Then, the production control microcomputer 100 sets an abnormality notification flag indicating that abnormality notification is being performed (step S1019).

  By executing the above processing, the production control microcomputer 100 executes the abnormal winning notification based on the reception of the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command or the abnormal winning notification 2 designation command. The production control microcomputer 100 starts the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command after receiving the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command, and then receives the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command. The notification mode of the abnormal winning notification is switched in accordance with the number of times of receiving. That is, in this embodiment, when the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command is received only once, the abnormal winning notification is executed using only the sound output. When the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command is received twice, the abnormal winning notification is executed using the lamp display in addition to the sound output. Further, when the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command is received three times or more, in addition to the lamp display and sound output, the abnormal winning notification is executed by superimposing the abnormal notification screen.

  It should be noted that the notification mode of the abnormal prize notification shown in this embodiment is merely an example, for example, by changing the abnormality notification sound to be output or changing the display pattern (for example, lighting or blinking) of the lamp. The notification mode of the winning notification may be switched. In this embodiment, the case where the notification mode of the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command is switched according to the number of times of reception of the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command has been described. However, when the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command is received once, sound output is performed. In addition, the abnormal winning notification may be performed using all of the abnormality notification screen display and lamp display. In this case, when receiving the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command once, the production control microcomputer 100 performs output control of the abnormal notification sound using the speaker 27 and causes the variable display device 9 to superimpose and display the abnormality notification screen. The display control of the abnormal display using the lamps 25, 28a, 28b, 28c is performed.

  In this embodiment, the case where the abnormal winning notification is executed using only the sound output when the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command is received only once is shown. It is not restricted to what was shown in embodiment. For example, when the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command is received only once, the abnormal notification screen may be superimposed on the variable display device 9, and display control of abnormal display using the lamps 25, 28a, 28b, 28c is possible. May be performed. Further, the abnormality notification effect may be performed using any two or all of the abnormality notification screen superimposed display, sound output, or abnormality display using the lamps 25, 28a, 28b, and 28c.

  FIG. 79 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the situation of the display effect in the variable display device 9 and the sound effect by the speaker 27. FIG. 79A shows an example when the decorative display is variably displayed on the variable display device 9. FIG. 79 (B) shows an example in which initialization notification is performed in the variable display device 9.

  FIG. 79C shows an example in which abnormality notification is performed in the variable display device 9 and abnormality notification sound is output by the speaker 27. FIG. 79 (C) shows the status of the abnormal winning notification when the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command is received three times or more. The production control microcomputer 100 performs control to display an abnormality notification screen on the variable display device 9 when the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command is received three or more times from the game control microcomputer 560, and the lamp 25, 28a, 28b, and 28c are used to perform control for displaying an abnormality notification (for example, blinking display), and control for outputting an abnormality notification sound from the speaker 27. Further, even if the decorative pattern variable display is started in response to the reception of the variation pattern command, the abnormality notification screen display on the variable display device 9, the abnormality notification display using the lamps 25, 28a, 28b, and 28c, and the speaker 27 are performed. The output of the abnormal alarm sound from is continued. Even after the variable display of the decorative symbols ends, the abnormality notification screen display on the variable display device 9, the abnormality notification display using the lamps 25, 28a, 28b, and 28c, and the output of the abnormality notification sound from the speaker 27 are performed. Let it continue. Note that the production control microcomputer 100 does not execute the control for erasing the abnormality notification screen and the control for stopping the output of the abnormality notification sound, so the display of the abnormality notification screen on the variable display device 9 and the lamps 25, 28a, 28b, 28c. The abnormality notification display using and the output of the abnormality notification sound from the speaker 27 are continued until the power supply to the gaming machine is stopped. However, when the predetermined time has elapsed after the display of the abnormality notification screen, the abnormality notification display using the lamps 25, 28a, 28b, and 28c, and the output of the abnormality notification sound are started, the production control microcomputer 100 notifies the abnormality notification. Control may be performed to stop the display of the screen and the output of the abnormality notification sound.

  79 (C) shows the abnormal winning notification status when the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command is received three times or more, but when the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command is received only once, Only control for outputting the abnormality notification sound from the speaker 27 is performed. Further, when the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command is received twice, the abnormality notification using the lamps 25, 28 a, 28 b, 28 c is controlled and the abnormality notification sound is output from the speaker 27. .

  Further, in this embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 does not detect an abnormal prize and does not detect an abnormal prize for a predetermined period after the power supply to the game machine is started (a period during which the initialization notification is executed). No abnormal winning notification 1 designation command or abnormal winning notification 2 designation command is transmitted from the microcomputer 560. However, the game control microcomputer 560 has a special symbol process flag value other than a predetermined value (4 in this embodiment) or a value other than the normal symbol process flag value (3 in this embodiment). When the value of the cumulative prize counter is equal to or greater than a predetermined value (5 in this embodiment), the abnormal control is always detected, and the production control microcomputer 100 starts supplying power to the gaming machine. If an abnormal winning notification 1 designation command or an abnormal winning notification 2 designation command is received within a predetermined period of time, the abnormal winning notification may not be performed.

  FIG. 80 is a timing diagram showing a detection timing for detecting an abnormal winning to the second start winning opening 14 and a notification timing for executing an abnormal winning notification. FIG. 80 shows a case where the second start winning opening 14 is opened and closed based on the opening pattern in the low base state as an example. The same applies to the case where the second start winning opening 14 is opened and closed based on the opening pattern in the high base state.

  As shown in FIG. 80, the game control microcomputer 560 operates when the second start winning opening 14 is in an open state (a state in which the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is physically open and a predetermined interval period (in this example, 1 second), the game is processed as a normal winning when the winning of the game ball to the second starting winning opening 14 is detected (the second starting opening switch 14a is turned on). When the second start winning opening 14 is in a state other than the open state (see step S261), when a game ball winning to the second starting winning opening 14 (the second start opening switch 14a is turned on) is detected. (Refer to Step S264), it is determined that there is an abnormal winning, and the value of the winning cumulative number counter is counted up (see Step S264A). Then, when the second start winning opening 14 is in a state other than the open state, the number of times that the game ball wins to the second start winning opening 14 (the second start opening switch 14a is turned on) is accumulated to be a predetermined number (this When it reaches 5 times in the example (refer to step S264B), it is determined that an abnormal winning at the second start winning opening 14 has occurred, and an abnormal winning notification 1 designation command is transmitted to the production control microcomputer 100 (step S265). (See S266).

  The production control microcomputer 100 starts the abnormal winning notification based on the reception of the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command. In this case, when the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command is received for the first time (see step S1011), the abnormal winning notification is executed by controlling the speaker 27 to output the abnormal notification sound (see step S1012).

  In addition, when the game control microcomputer 560 detects an abnormal winning and transmits an abnormal winning notification 1 designation command, the gaming control microcomputer 560 detects the winning of the game ball again when the second start winning opening 14 is in a state other than the open state. As long as the value of the cumulative prize counter is equal to or greater than a predetermined value (5 in this example) (see step S264B), an abnormal winning notification 1 designation command is repeatedly transmitted (see steps S265 and S266).

  The production control microcomputer 100 changes the notification mode of the abnormal winning notification according to the number of times of receiving the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command. In this case, when the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command is received for the second time (see step S1013), in addition to controlling the speaker 27 to output the abnormal notification sound, the lamps 25, 28a, 28b, and 28c are turned on. By controlling to perform the used abnormality notification display (for example, blinking), the notification mode of the abnormal winning notification is changed (see steps S1014 and S1015). Further, when the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command is received three times or more (see step S1013), control is performed so that the abnormal notification sound is output from the speaker 27, and the lamps 25, 28a, 28b, and 28c are used. In addition to controlling to display abnormality notification (for example, blinking), the control mode for superimposing and displaying the abnormal winning notification screen on the variable display device 9 is performed to change the notification mode of the abnormal winning notification (steps S1016 to S1016). (See S1018).

  As described above, according to this embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 determines the open / close state of the variable winning ball device 15 and determines that the variable winning ball device 15 is in a state other than the open state. When this is done, based on the input of the winning detection signal to the second start winning opening 14, the cumulative number of winning game balls won in the second starting winning opening 14 is stored in the winning accumulated number counter. Further, the game control microcomputer 560 is based on a predetermined abnormal winning number reference value (5 in this example) for determining whether or not the number is an abnormal winning number and the winning cumulative number stored in the winning cumulative number counter. Then, it is determined whether or not it is an abnormal winning state. When it is determined that the game control microcomputer 560 is in an abnormal winning state, the game control microcomputer 560 transmits an abnormal winning notification 1 designation command for instructing execution of the abnormal notification. The effect control microcomputer 100 executes the abnormality notification by the effect device based on the abnormal prize notification 1 designation command transmitted by the game control microcomputer 560. Further, in this case, the production control microcomputer 100 can execute abnormality notification even when the variable display device 9 performs variable display of decorative symbols. Accordingly, it is possible to notify that a prize abnormality has occurred due to an illegal act on the variable winning ball apparatus 15, and as a result, an illegal act on the variable winning ball apparatus 15 can be reliably prevented.

  Further, according to this embodiment, since it is determined whether or not the abnormal winning state is based on the cumulative number of winnings, for example, when the variable winning ball device 15 is in the closed state, the player wins only once by chance. It is possible to prevent a situation in which it is determined that the winning state is abnormal when a winning is detected due to the influence of noise. Accordingly, it is possible to prevent a situation in which a winning abnormality is notified due to a malfunction.

  Further, according to this embodiment, even if it is determined that the game control microcomputer 560 is in an abnormal winning state, if the value of the winning cumulative number counter is 5 or more, the winning cumulative number counter Each time the cumulative number of winnings stored in is updated, an abnormal winning notification 1 designation command is transmitted. Therefore, it is possible to notify the abnormality every time there is an abnormal winning.

  Further, according to this embodiment, when it is determined that the game control microcomputer 560 is in the abnormal winning state, the control is performed so as to prohibit the execution of the control for paying out the game ball. Therefore, the payout for the illegal winning prize can be prohibited, and the illegal act on the variable winning ball apparatus 15 can be prevented. Further, when there is a possibility that the second start winning opening 14 has been won due to an illegal act, it is possible to prevent the game store from being disadvantaged by not paying out the winning ball based on the winning.

  Also, according to this embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 determines the open / close state of the variable winning ball apparatus 15 based on the value of the normal symbol process flag. Therefore, the open / closed state of the variable winning ball apparatus 15 can be accurately determined, and an illegal act against the variable winning ball apparatus 15 can be accurately detected.

  In addition, according to this embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 clears the cumulative number of winnings stored in the winning cumulative number counter when shifting to the big win game state or the small hit state. Therefore, it is possible not to accumulate the number of winnings over a longer period than necessary, and to reliably detect an abnormality in winning due to an illegal act on the variable winning ball device 15.

  Further, according to this embodiment, when the power supply to the gaming machine is stopped, the gaming control microcomputer 560 clears the cumulative winning number stored in the winning cumulative number counter. Therefore, it is possible not to accumulate the number of winnings over a longer period than necessary, and to reliably detect an abnormality in winning due to an illegal act on the variable winning ball device 15. In addition, the cumulative number of winnings can be cleared by turning off the power of the gaming machine, and the abnormality notification can be easily reset.

  Further, according to this embodiment, control is performed so as to prohibit the start of abnormality notification while performing initialization notification. Therefore, the initialization notification is executed prior to the prize abnormality notification, and it is ensured outside the gaming machine that the initial value is set to a numerical value that determines information that can specify the display result of the variable symbol special display. Can be recognized.

  Further, according to this embodiment, since the initialization notification is prioritized over the abnormality notification, it is possible to prevent a situation in which the initialization notification becomes difficult to recognize. That is, the initialization notification is performed prominently. The game control microcomputer 560 transmits an initialization designation command when a user reset that causes the program to start executing from the top address (for example, address 0000) occurs even when power supply to the game machine is started. As a cause of the occurrence of the user reset, for example, in the case where the watchdog timer is configured to be used, there is a case where the watchdog timer has timed out due to an illegal act that prevents the smooth progress of the program. Such fraudulent acts are configured to be controlled in a probabilistic state, particularly when a predetermined jackpot symbol (predetermined probability variation jackpot symbol or sudden probability variation jackpot symbol) is determined based on a random number for determining the jackpot symbol. It is likely to occur when it is. That is, the game control microcomputer 560 is initialized, and a counter for generating a jackpot symbol determining random number is initialized, and it is easy to receive an illegal act that makes it easy to grasp the count value of the counter. By making the initialization notice conspicuous as in this embodiment, it is possible to easily grasp from the outside of the gaming machine that the gaming control microcomputer 560 has been initialized. Is easily recognized.

  In the above embodiment, the production control microcomputer 100 ends the initialization notification when a predetermined period has elapsed (see steps S1001 to S1005), but ends the initialization notification at another timing. May be. For example, the initialization notification is terminated when the decorative symbol variable display is started for the first time after the initialization notification is started, or the abnormal winning notification designation command is received before the decorative symbol variable display is started. Sometimes the initialization notification may be terminated. Alternatively, the initialization notification may be terminated when the customer waiting demonstration designation command is received or when the first effect control command other than the customer waiting demonstration designation command is received after the initialization notification is started. That is, it is preferable that the initialization notification is continued only for a period sufficient for the game store clerk or the like to recognize the initialization notification.

  Further, in this embodiment, when the production control microcomputer 100 has received the variation pattern command for both the normal big hit / probability big hit, but has missed the symbol information designation command (Y in step S630). N of S631, N of S632), a non-probable variable symbol is determined as a stop symbol of the decorative symbol to be stopped and displayed (step S633), and the determined decorative symbol is derived and displayed (step S853). According to such a configuration, it is possible to make the player recognize whether or not a big hit game is generated even if the production control microcomputer 100 misses the design information designation command, and the production control command related to the design of the decorative design. As a result, the control burden on the game control microcomputer 560 can be reduced.

  The same control may be performed for other effect control commands. For example, when a fanfare command that can specify the start of a specific gaming state (a jackpot start designation command) is received, if it does not match the symbol information designation command that has already been received (for example, a normal jackpot designation command indicating a normal jackpot When stored, the fanfare 2 designation command indicating the start of the probability variation jackpot is received), for example, the presentation control based on the fanfare command (for example, notification by the rendering device that the probability variation jackpot is) When an ending command (big jack end designation command) that can identify the end of a specific gaming state is received, if it does not match the already received fanfare command (for example, a fanfare 1 designation command indicating the start of a normal jackpot is received) After that, 2 endings indicating the end of the probable big hit When receiving the command), executes a performance control based on the ending command (e.g., the background of the variable display device 9 on the background corresponding to the probability variation state). In the case of such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the control of the effect control means from being confused as much as possible with the control of the game control means.

  Further, the production control microcomputer 100 determines whether or not the re-lottery production should be executed based on the content of the fanfare command when the decorative design stop symbol is tentatively determined and displayed (steps S636 and S637). When it is determined that the re-lottery effect should be executed, the probability variation symbol which is the stop symbol after the re-lottery of the decorative symbol is determined (steps S638 and S639), and the timing for executing the re-lottery effect is determined (step (S640 to S644), the re-lottery effect is executed at the determined execution timing (steps S957, S958, S924, S933, S934, S972), and the probability variation symbol which is the stop symbol after the re-lottery is derived and displayed. According to such a configuration, it is possible to match the control state inside the gaming machine and the stop symbol of the decorative symbol displayed on the variable display device 9.

  In the above embodiment, it is determined whether or not it is the timing of occurrence of an abnormal winning at the big winning opening depending on whether or not the value of the special symbol process flag is 4 or more in step S255 of FIG. When the value of the special symbol process flag is 4 (when executing the pre-opening process for the big prize opening), the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 is not yet opened, so the value of the special symbol process flag is 5 or more. It may be determined whether or not it is the timing of occurrence of an abnormal prize.

  Further, in the above embodiment, one game ball is won in the big winning opening at the timing of occurrence of abnormal winning (the value of the special symbol process flag is 4 or more and the value of the normal symbol process flag is other than 3). For example, it is determined that an abnormal winning has occurred, but the present invention is not limited to such a configuration, and if a predetermined number of game balls win the big winning opening at the timing of occurrence of the abnormal winning, an abnormal winning has occurred. You may make it determine. For example, it is determined that an abnormal winning has occurred when it is determined that five game balls have accumulated in the big winning opening during a time other than the big hit game or the small hit game.

  In the above embodiment, the execution timing of the re-lottery effect is set to be during the big hit game (during the round) or during the ending effect after the big hit game ends. Any timing may be used as long as it is between the end and the start of a new change. For example, the fanfare effect may be in progress or the interval display may be in progress. And it may be comprised so that the execution timing of such a lottery effect may be designated with a symbol information designation command.

  Further, in the above embodiment, in the case where the symbol information designation command is missed, the non-probable variation symbol is determined and displayed, and whether or not the re-lottery effect is performed according to the content of the fanfare command received thereafter, and Although the execution timing has been confirmed (steps S636 and S637), when the ending command is received, it may be configured to confirm whether or not the re-lottery effect is performed according to the content of the ending command. In this case, the processing of steps S636 to 639 in FIG. 57 may be executed when an ending command is received. In addition, when it is necessary to execute the re-lottery effect when the ending command is received, the re-lottery effect must be executed during the ending effect, so the process of determining the execution timing of the re-lottery effect (steps S640 to S640) S644) is not necessary.

  In the above embodiment, the design information designation command is used to designate whether or not the re-lottery effect is executed and the execution timing. However, the design information designation command designates whether or not the re-lottery effect is executed. You may comprise so that it may not. With such a configuration, the types of symbol information designation commands can be reduced, and the control burden on the game control microcomputer 560 can be reduced. In such a configuration, the production control microcomputer 100 uniquely determines whether or not to execute the re-lottery effect and the execution timing. Specifically, when the probability variation jackpot is specified by the symbol information specifying command, the effect control microcomputer 100 determines whether or not to execute the re-lottery effect and the execution timing using a predetermined random number, and determines the result. Based on this, a re-lottery effect is executed at a predetermined timing.

  The design information designation command specifies whether or not to execute the re-lottery effect and the execution timing, and the effect control microcomputer 100 independently determines whether or not to execute the re-lottery effect and the execution timing. Also good. In such a configuration, it is specified that the re-lottery effect is executed during the ending by the symbol information specifying command, and the effect control microcomputer 100 decides uniquely that the re-lottery effect is executed during the big hit, and conversely The symbol information designation command specifies that the re-lottery effect is to be executed during the big hit, and the effect control microcomputer 100 may uniquely determine that the re-lottery effect is to be executed during the ending. In this case, if the re-lottery effect is executed during the ending and the re-lottery effect is executed even in the ending even though the re-lottery effect is executed during the big hit and promoted to the probability variation pattern, the execution timing of the re-lottery effect cannot be matched. Therefore, when the re-lottery effect is executed during the big hit, processing for prohibiting the execution of the re-lottery effect during the ending is executed. Specifically, when the re-lottery effect is executed during the big hit, a flag indicating that is set, and based on the fact that the flag is set, it is decided to execute the re-lottery effect during the ending. Even if it is, it controls so that a re-lottery effect is not performed.

  In the above embodiment, when the re-lottery effect is executed, the non-probable variable symbol is always promoted to the probable variable symbol. However, the re-lottery effect that is not promoted to the probable variable symbol is executed at a predetermined rate. You may make it do. For example, even when a normal jackpot is designated by the symbol information designation command, the production control microcomputer 100 may be configured to use a predetermined random number to independently execute the re-lottery production. .

  In the above-described embodiment, the abnormal winning notification of the same content is performed both when an abnormal winning at the big winning opening occurs and when an abnormal winning at the second starting winning opening 14 occurs. You may make it perform a prize alert | report. Specifically, an abnormal winning notification designation command transmitted when an abnormal winning at the big winning opening occurs and an abnormal winning notification designation command transmitted when an abnormal winning at the second start winning opening 14 occur are different. A command is used (the address of the command transmission table set in step S259 and the address of the command transmission table set in step S265 are different addresses). Then, the production control microcomputer 100 executes different abnormal winning notifications depending on the type of the abnormal winning notification designation command from the gaming control microcomputer 560. For example, a different notification sound is generated when an abnormal winning at the big winning opening occurs and when an abnormal winning at the second starting winning opening 14 occurs. Or, when an abnormal winning at the big winning opening occurs, the abnormal notification is made with a loud sound.

  In this embodiment, the case where the winning cumulative number counter is cleared when shifting to the big hit gaming state or the small hitting state or when the power supply to the gaming machine is stopped is shown. The timing for clearing the counter is not limited to the timing shown in this embodiment. For example, the winning cumulative number counter may be cleared when a predetermined period elapses from a predetermined time point. In this case, for example, when the second start winning opening 14 is in a state other than the open state, the timer measurement is started after first detecting the winning of the game ball to the second starting winning opening 14, and the winning is performed after a predetermined period has elapsed. The cumulative number counter may be cleared.

  FIG. 81 and FIG. 82 are flowcharts showing an abnormal winning notification process in the case where the winning cumulative number counter is cleared when a predetermined period elapses from a predetermined time point. In FIG. 81, the processes in steps S251 to S264 are the same as those shown in FIG.

  If the operation result of the logical product is not 0 in step S264, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the value of the winning cumulative number counter is 0 (step S264a). If the value of the winning cumulative number counter is 0, it is the first time that the winning to the second starting winning port 14 is detected when the second starting winning port 14 is in a state other than the open state. 560 sets a predetermined period (for example, 1 hour) in the winning cumulative number measuring timer, and starts the winning cumulative number measuring timer (step S264b). Then, the process proceeds to step S264A. The winning cumulative number measurement timer is a timer for measuring an elapsed time after detecting the winning to the second starting winning port 14 for the first time when the second starting winning port 14 is in a state other than the open state. .

  If the value of the cumulative number of winning prize counter is not 0 in step S264a, it is a case where a winning to the second starting winning opening 14 is detected once when the second starting winning opening 14 is already in a state other than the open state. In this case, the game control microcomputer 560 decrements the winning cumulative number measurement timer by 1 (step S264c) and checks whether the winning cumulative number measurement timer has timed out (step S264d). If not timed out, the process proceeds to step S264A. If the time-out has occurred, the game control microcomputer 560 clears the winning cumulative number counter (step S264e), and proceeds to step S264B. That is, since a predetermined period (for example, 1 hour) has elapsed since the first start winning opening 14 was detected for the first time when the second start winning opening 14 was in a state other than the open state, Clear the counter.

  Note that the processes in steps S264A to S266 are the same as those shown in FIG.

  By executing the above processing, the game control microcomputer 560 detects a winning to the second starting winning port 14 for the first time when the second starting winning port 14 is in a state other than the open state. When the elapses, the winning prize counter is cleared. Therefore, it is possible not to accumulate the number of winnings over a longer period than necessary, and to reliably detect an abnormality in winning due to an illegal act on the variable winning ball device 15.

  In addition, when the 2nd start winning opening 14 is in a state other than an open state, the elapsed time after detecting the winning to the 2nd starting winning opening 14 for the first time is not measured, but elapsed time is measured from other time points. The winning cumulative number counter may be cleared after a predetermined period has elapsed. For example, the game control microcomputer 560 may start measuring the elapsed time when the game is shifted to the big hit gaming state, and may clear the cumulative prize counter after a predetermined period.

  Further, in this embodiment, when the second start winning opening 14 is in a state other than the open state, the winning to the second starting winning opening 14 is detected for the first time (when the value of the winning cumulative number counter is 0). Although the case where the winning cumulative number counter is cleared when the elapsed time from the time has passed a predetermined period (1 hour in this example) is shown, the second start winning opening 14 is in a state other than the open state. Each time a winning at the start winning opening 14 is detected, the winning cumulative number measurement timer may be restarted. Then, not only when the winning at the second start winning opening 14 is detected for the first time, but every time when the winning at the second starting winning opening 14 is detected in a state other than the open state, the measurement of the cumulative prize counting timer is started. It is possible to clear the winning cumulative number counter when the predetermined time elapses.

  Further, in this embodiment, the abnormal winning number is cumulatively counted by the winning cumulative counter, and the abnormality notification is performed based on whether or not the value of the winning cumulative counter is a predetermined value or more. You may make it alert | report an abnormality every time. In this case, when the logical product calculation result is not 0 in step S264 of the abnormal winning notification process shown in FIG. 52 (N in step S264), the game control microcomputer 560 executes the processes in steps S264A and S264B. Instead, the processing of step S264C to step S266 may be executed. In this case, the game control microcomputer 560 includes step S236A in step S453A in the power-off process (see FIG. 7) and step S236A in the special symbol stop process (see FIG. 22) among the processes shown in the first embodiment. , S241A is not executed.

Embodiment 2. FIG.
In the first embodiment, the case has been described where the gaming control microcomputer 560 detects the occurrence of an abnormal winning at the second start winning opening 14 or the big winning opening, but the production control microcomputer 100 side receives an abnormal winning. You may make it detect generation | occurrence | production of. Hereinafter, a second embodiment in which occurrence of abnormal winning in the second start winning opening 14 or the big winning opening is detected on the side of the production control microcomputer 100 will be described.

  In the present embodiment, the detailed description of the portions having the same configuration and processing as those of the first embodiment will be omitted, and portions different from those of the first embodiment will be mainly described.

  First, the operation of the game control means (game control microcomputer 560) will be described. FIG. 83 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the contents of the effect control command sent to the effect control board 80 in the second embodiment. As shown in FIG. 83, in this embodiment, instead of the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command and abnormal winning notification 2 designation command shown in the first embodiment, a winning detection designation command and abnormal winning detection designation are provided as effect control commands. A command is used. The other effect control commands are the same as the effect control commands shown in the first embodiment.

  Command D002 (H) is an effect control command (winning detection designation command) that designates that a winning of a game ball at the big winning opening has been detected. The command D003 (H) is an effect control command (abnormal winning detection detection designation command) for designating that a winning of a game ball to the second starting winning opening 14 is detected when the second starting winning opening 14 is in a state other than the open state. ).

  FIG. 84 is a flowchart showing the abnormal winning notification process in step S23 in the second embodiment. In this embodiment, the processes in steps S251 to S254 are the same as those shown in the first embodiment. If the abnormality notification prohibition flag is not set in step S251, or if the abnormality notification prohibition flag is reset in step S254, the game control microcomputer 560 performs the process of step S255 described in the first embodiment. Without performing this, the process of loading the contents of the switch-on buffer into the register is performed as it is (step S256). That is, in this embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the special symbol process flag is 4 or more (whether the game is a big hit game or a small hit game). Not performed.

  In FIG. 84, the processes in steps S256 to S258 are the same as those shown in the first embodiment.

  If the result of the logical product is not 0 in step S258 (N in step S258), it is determined that the game ball has won a winning prize opening, and control for transmitting a winning detection designation command is performed (steps S259A and S260). . That is, the game control microcomputer 560 sets the address of the winning detection designation command transmission table in the pointer (step S259A), and executes the command setting process (step S260). On the other hand, if the result of the logical product is 0 (Y in step S258), it is determined that no game ball has been won in the big prize opening, and the process proceeds to step S261.

  In FIG. 84, the processes in steps S261 to S264 are the same as those described in the first embodiment.

  When the logical product is not 0 (N in step S264), the second start winning port 14 is in the state other than the open state (including the state of the predetermined interval period), but the second start This is a case where a game ball has won the winning opening 14. In this case, the game control microcomputer 560 determines that a win has occurred in the second start winning port 14 despite the second start winning port 14 being in a state other than the open state, Control for transmitting an abnormal winning detection designation command is performed (steps S265A and S266). That is, the game control microcomputer 560 sets the address of the abnormal winning detection designation command transmission table in the pointer (step S265A), and executes the command setting process (step S266). On the other hand, if the result of the logical product is 0 (Y in step S264), the abnormal winning notification process is terminated without performing control for transmitting the abnormal winning detection designation command.

  In addition, in this embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 includes the process of step S453A in the power-off process (see FIG. 7) and the special symbol stop process (FIG. 22) among the processes shown in the first embodiment. The processing in steps S236A and S241A in (see FIG. 50) and the processing in step S362 in the winning ball number addition processing (see FIG. 50) are not executed.

  Next, the operation of the effect control means (the effect control microcomputer 100) will be described. FIG. 85 is a flowchart showing main processing executed by the production control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the production control CPU 101) in the second embodiment. In this embodiment, the power-off signal from the voltage drop monitoring circuit mounted on the power supply board is input to the effect control board 80 in addition to the main board 31. For example, when a power-off signal is output from a voltage drop monitoring circuit mounted on the power supply board, the output power-off signal is branched into two, one being input to the main board 31 and the other being the effect control board 80. Is input. Further, for example, the power-off signal output from the voltage drop monitoring circuit mounted on the power supply board may be first input to the main board 31 and further input to the effect control board 80 via the main board 31.

  85, the processes in steps S701 to S703 are the same as those shown in the first embodiment.

  When the timer interrupt flag is cleared in step S703, the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the power-off signal is output (whether or not it is turned on) (step S703A). If it is in the on state, the production control microcomputer 100 clears the abnormal winning cumulative number counter (step S703B). The abnormal winning cumulative number counter is a counter for counting the cumulative number of receiving the abnormal winning detection designation command. In this embodiment, the abnormal winning cumulative number counter is used when determining an abnormal winning to the second start winning opening as will be described later.

  In FIG. 85, the processes in steps S704 to S708 are the same as those shown in the first embodiment.

  When the above processing is executed, the production control microcomputer 100, when the power supply to the gaming machine is stopped (when the power-off confirmation signal is confirmed to be on), the abnormal winning cumulative number counter To clear. Therefore, it is possible not to accumulate the number of winnings over a longer period than necessary, and to reliably detect an abnormality in winning due to an illegal act on the variable winning ball device 15. In addition, the cumulative number of winnings can be cleared by turning off the power of the gaming machine, and the abnormality notification can be easily reset.

  FIG. 86 is a flowchart showing command analysis processing (step S704) in the second embodiment. In this embodiment, the processes in steps S611 to S647B in the command analysis process are the same as those shown in the first embodiment.

  If the received effect control command is a winning detection designation command (D002 (H)) (step S648A), the effect control microcomputer 100 checks whether the value of the effect control process flag is 4 or more (step S648A). S648B). When the value of the effect control process flag is 4 or more (Y in step S648B), the game is in the big hit game or the small hit game. If it is in such a state, there is a possibility that a game ball may win the big winning opening, so it is determined that no abnormal winning has occurred in the big winning opening, and the process proceeds to step S649A.

  A state in which the value of the effect control process flag is less than 4 is a state in which neither a big hit game nor a small hit game is performed. If a winning detection designation command is received in such a state (that is, that a game ball has been won at the big winning opening), it can be determined that the winning is an abnormal winning. For this reason, the production control microcomputer 100 determines that an abnormal winning at the special winning opening has occurred, and determines to perform an abnormal winning notification. Then, the production control microcomputer 100 sets an abnormal winning notification 2 determination flag (step S648C). The abnormal winning notification 2 determination flag is a flag indicating that it has been determined to perform abnormal winning notification based on the detection of an abnormal winning to the big winning opening.

  If the received effect control command is an abnormal prize detection designation command (D003 (H)) (step S649A), the effect control microcomputer 100 adds 1 to the value of the abnormal prize accumulation number counter (step S649B). It is checked whether or not the value of the abnormal winning cumulative number counter after the addition is equal to or greater than a predetermined value (5 in this example) (step S649C). If it is equal to or greater than the predetermined value, the production control microcomputer 100 determines that an abnormal winning has occurred in the second start winning opening 14, and determines to notify the abnormal winning. Then, the production control microcomputer 100 sets an abnormal winning notification 1 determination flag (step S649D). The abnormal winning notification 1 determination flag is a flag indicating that the abnormal winning notification is determined based on the detection of the abnormal winning to the second start winning opening 14.

  If the received effect control command is another command (N in step S649A), effect control microcomputer 100 sets a flag corresponding to the received effect control command (step S650). Then, control goes to a step S611.

  FIG. 87 is a flowchart showing a decorative symbol fluctuation stopping process (step S803) in the second embodiment. In FIG. 87, the processes in steps S851 to S859 are the same as those described in the first embodiment. In this embodiment, when the 2R effect time timer is started in step S859, the effect control microcomputer 100 clears the abnormal winning cumulative number counter (step S859A) and sets the value of the effect control process flag to the small hit effect. The value is updated to a value corresponding to the process (step S808) (step S860).

  In FIG. 87, the processes in steps S861 to S865 are the same as those shown in the first embodiment. In this embodiment, when the process timer is started in step S865, the effect control microcomputer clears the abnormal winning cumulative number counter (step S865A), and the value of the effect control process flag is displayed as a jackpot display process (step S804). (Step S866).

  In FIG. 87, the processes in steps S867 and S868 are the same as those described in the first embodiment.

  In this embodiment, by executing the above processing, the abnormal winning cumulative number counter is cleared when the big winning gaming state or the small winning state is entered. Therefore, it is possible not to accumulate the number of winnings over a longer period than necessary, and to reliably detect an abnormality in winning due to an illegal act on the variable winning ball device 15.

  In this embodiment, the case where the abnormal winning cumulative number counter is cleared at the start of the big hit gaming state or the small hit state is shown. The abnormal winning cumulative number counter may be cleared. For example, the production control microcomputer 100 may clear the abnormal winning cumulative number counter when ending the big hit gaming state or the small hit state. In this case, for example, the production control microcomputer 100 clears the abnormal winning accumulation counter after executing the process of step S974 in the big hit end production process, and changes the value of the production process flag to the variation pattern command reception waiting process ( It may be updated (see step S975) to a value (specifically “0”) corresponding to step S800). Further, for example, the effect control microcomputer 100 clears the abnormal winning accumulation counter after executing the process of step S987 in the small hit effect process, and changes the value of the effect control process flag to the process of waiting for the variation pattern command ( It may be updated (see step S988) to a value corresponding to step S800) (specifically, “0”).

  FIG. 88 is a flowchart showing the notification control process of step S707 in the second embodiment. 88, the processes in steps S1001 to S1005 are the same as those described in the first embodiment.

  In step S1006A, the production control microcomputer 100 is set with the abnormal winning notification 2 determination flag indicating that the abnormal winning notification has been determined based on the detection of the abnormal winning at the special winning opening. Make sure. If not set, the process proceeds to step S1008A. If the abnormal winning notification 2 determination flag is set, the abnormal winning notification 2 determination flag is reset (step S1007A), and the process proceeds to step S1012. That is, the fact that the abnormal winning notification 2 determination flag is set is a case where an abnormal winning to the big winning opening is detected. In this case, an abnormality due to only sound output is performed by executing step S1012 described later. A winning notification is executed.

  In step S1008A, the abnormal winning notification 1 determination flag indicating that the production control microcomputer 100 has determined to perform the abnormal winning notification based on the detection of the abnormal winning to the second start winning opening 14 is set. Check if it is. If it is not set, the process is terminated as it is. If the abnormal winning notification 1 determination flag is set, the abnormal winning notification 1 determination flag is reset (step S1009A).

  Next, the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the value of the abnormal prize accumulation number counter is 5 (that is, whether or not the abnormal prize detection designation command has been received five times) (step S1011A). In this embodiment, in the command analysis process, when an abnormal winning detection designation command is received, when the value of the abnormal winning cumulative number counter becomes equal to or larger than a predetermined value (5 in this example), the abnormal winning notification 1 determination flag is displayed. Is set (see steps S649A to S649D). That is, the production control microcomputer 100 sets the abnormal winning notification 1 determination flag when receiving the abnormal winning detection designation command five times or more. Therefore, in the notification control process, if the abnormal winning notification 1 determination flag is set in step S1008A, the abnormal winning cumulative number counter should be set to a value of 5 or more. In this embodiment, first, in step S1011A, it is confirmed whether or not the value of the abnormal winning cumulative number counter is 5.

  If the value of the abnormal winning cumulative number counter is 5, the production control microcomputer 100 outputs sound data indicating sound output in response to the abnormal winning notification to the audio output board 70 (step S1012). The voice synthesis IC 703 mounted on the voice output board 70 reads data corresponding to the input sound data from the voice data ROM 704 and outputs a voice signal to the speaker 27 side according to the read data. Therefore, sound output (output of abnormal notification sound) corresponding to the notification of abnormal winning is performed thereafter. Then, the production control microcomputer 100 sets an abnormality notification flag indicating that abnormality notification is being performed (step S1019).

  If the value of the abnormal prize accumulation number counter is not 5, the production control microcomputer 100 determines whether the value of the abnormal prize accumulation number counter is 6 (that is, whether the abnormal prize detection designation command has been received six times). (Step S1013A). If the value of the abnormal winning cumulative number counter is 6, the production control microcomputer 100 outputs sound data indicating the sound output in response to the abnormal winning notification to the audio output board 70 (step S1014). In addition, the production control microcomputer 100 outputs lamp control execution data indicating lamp display corresponding to the abnormal winning notification to the lamp driver board 35 (step S1015). Therefore, thereafter, lamp display and sound output (output of abnormal notification sound) corresponding to the notification of abnormal winning is performed. Then, the production control microcomputer 100 sets an abnormality notification flag indicating that abnormality notification is being performed (step S1019).

  If the value of the abnormal winning cumulative number counter is not 6 (that is, if the abnormal winning cumulative number counter value is 7 or more (if the abnormal winning detection designation command is received seven times or more)), the effect control micro The computer 100 outputs sound data indicating sound output in response to the abnormal winning notification to the sound output board 70 (step S1016). Further, the production control microcomputer 100 outputs lamp control execution data indicating lamp display in response to the abnormal winning notification to the lamp driver board 35 (step S1017). Further, the production control microcomputer 100 outputs, to the variable display device 9, a command to superimpose and display the abnormality notification screen on the screen displayed at that time to the VDP 109 (step S1018). The VDP 109 superimposes and displays the abnormality notification screen on the variable display device 9 in accordance with the command (see FIG. 76C). Therefore, after that, lamp display and sound output (output of the abnormal notification sound) according to the notification of the abnormal winning is performed, and the abnormality notification screen is superimposed on the variable display device 9. Then, the production control microcomputer 100 sets an abnormality notification flag indicating that abnormality notification is being performed (step S1019).

  By performing the above processing, the production control microcomputer 100 executes the abnormal winning notification based on the determination that the abnormal winning notification is performed in the command analysis processing. In addition, when the production control microcomputer 100 receives an abnormal winning detection designation command after receiving the abnormal winning detection notification based on the reception of the abnormal winning detection designation command five times, the abnormal winning detection designation command is displayed. The notification mode of the abnormal winning notification is switched according to the number of receptions (specifically, the value of the abnormal winning cumulative number counter). That is, in this embodiment, when the abnormal winning detection designation command is accumulated and received five times, the abnormal winning notification is executed using only the sound output. When the abnormal winning detection designation command is accumulated and received six times, the abnormal winning notification is executed using the lamp display in addition to the sound output. Further, when the abnormal winning detection designation command is accumulated and received seven times or more, in addition to the lamp display and sound output, the abnormal winning notification is executed by superimposing the abnormal notification screen.

  It should be noted that the notification mode of the abnormal prize notification shown in this embodiment is merely an example, for example, by changing the abnormality notification sound to be output or changing the display pattern (for example, lighting or blinking) of the lamp. The notification mode of the winning notification may be switched. Further, in this embodiment, the case has been described in which the notification mode of the abnormal winning notification is switched according to the number of times of receiving the abnormal winning detection designation command. However, when the abnormal winning detection designation command is accumulated and received five times, In addition to the output, the abnormality winning notification may be performed using all of the abnormality notification screen display and the lamp display. In this case, when the production control microcomputer 100 accumulates and receives the abnormal winning detection designation command five times, it performs output control of the abnormality notification sound using the speaker 27 and superimposes the abnormality notification screen on the variable display device 9. Display is performed, and display control of abnormal display using the lamps 25, 28a, 28b, and 28c is performed.

  Further, in this embodiment, the case where the abnormal winning notification is executed using only the sound output when the abnormal winning detection designation command is accumulated and received five times is shown. The present invention is not limited to that shown in this embodiment. For example, when the abnormal winning detection designation command is accumulated and received five times, the abnormality display screen may be superimposed on the variable display device 9, and display of the abnormal display using the lamps 25, 28a, 28b, 28c. Control may be performed. Further, the abnormality notification effect may be performed using any two or all of the abnormality notification screen superimposed display, sound output, or abnormality display using the lamps 25, 28a, 28b, and 28c.

  FIG. 89 is a timing diagram showing a detection timing for detecting an abnormal winning to the second start winning opening 14 and a notification timing for executing an abnormal winning notification in the second embodiment. FIG. 89 shows a case where the second start winning opening 14 is opened and closed based on the opening pattern in the low base state as an example. The same applies to the case where the second start winning opening 14 is opened and closed based on the opening pattern in the high base state.

  As shown in FIG. 89, the game control microcomputer 560 operates when the second start winning opening 14 is in an open state (a state in which the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is physically open and a predetermined interval period (in this example, 1 second), the game is processed as a normal winning when the winning of the game ball to the second starting winning opening 14 is detected (the second starting opening switch 14a is turned on). When the second start winning opening 14 is in a state other than the open state (see step S261), when a game ball winning to the second starting winning opening 14 (the second start opening switch 14a is turned on) is detected. (Refer to step S264), it is determined that there is an abnormal winning, and an abnormal winning detection designation command is transmitted to the production control microcomputer 100 (see steps S265A and S266).

  When receiving the abnormal winning detection designation command, the production control microcomputer 100 increments the value of the abnormal winning cumulative number counter (see step S649B). Then, when the number of times of receiving the abnormal winning detection designation command is accumulated and reaches a predetermined number (in this example, five times) (see step S649C), it is determined that the abnormal winning at the second start winning opening 14 has occurred, Start winning notification. In this case, when the number of times of receiving the abnormal winning detection designation command is 5 (according to step S1011A), the abnormal winning notification is executed by controlling the speaker 27 to output the abnormal notification sound. (See step S1012).

  If the game control microcomputer 560 detects the winning of the game ball again after transmitting the abnormal winning detection designation command and the second start winning opening 14 is in a state other than the open state, the abnormal winning is repeatedly performed. A detection designation command is transmitted (see steps S265A and S266).

  The effect control microcomputer 100 changes the notification mode of the abnormal winning notification according to the number of times the abnormal winning detection designation command is accumulated and received. In this case, when the abnormal winning detection designation command is accumulated and received six times (see step S1013A), in addition to controlling the speaker 27 to output an abnormal notification sound, the lamps 25, 28a, 28b, 28c By controlling to display an abnormality notification display (for example, blinking) using, the notification mode of the abnormal winning notification is changed (see steps S1014 and S1015). In addition, when the abnormal winning detection designation command is accumulated and received seven times or more (see step S1013A), control is performed to output an abnormal alarm sound from the speaker 27, and the lamps 25, 28a, 28b, and 28c are set. In addition to controlling to display the used abnormality notification display (for example, blinking), the control method for superimposing and displaying the abnormal winning notification screen on the variable display device 9 is performed to change the notification mode of the abnormal winning notification (step) S1016 to S1018).

  As described above, according to this embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 determines the open / close state of the variable winning ball device 15 and determines that the variable winning ball device 15 is in a state other than the open state. When the variable winning ball device 15 is in a state other than the open state based on the fact that the winning detection signal is input to the second starting winning port 14 at the time, a game ball is placed in the second starting winning port 14. An abnormal prize detection designation command indicating that a prize has been won is transmitted. Based on the abnormal winning detection designation command transmitted from the gaming control microcomputer 560, the effect control microcomputer 100 stores the cumulative number of winning game balls won in the second start winning opening 14 in the abnormal winning cumulative number counter. . Further, the production control microcomputer 100 is based on a predetermined abnormal winning number reference value (5 in this example) for determining whether or not it is an abnormal winning number, and the cumulative winning number stored in the abnormal winning cumulative number counter. It is then determined whether or not it is an abnormal winning state. Then, when it is determined that the production control microcomputer 100 is in the abnormal winning state, the production device performs abnormality notification. Further, in this case, the production control microcomputer 100 can execute abnormality notification even when the variable display device 9 performs variable display of decorative symbols. Accordingly, as in the first embodiment, it is possible to notify that a prize abnormality has occurred due to an illegal act on the variable winning ball apparatus 15, and as a result, it is possible to reliably prevent an illegal act on the variable winning ball apparatus 15. it can.

  Further, according to this embodiment, it is possible to detect an abnormality in winning due to an illegal act on the variable winning ball apparatus 15 without increasing the processing load of the game control microcomputer 560. Further, since it is determined whether or not the abnormal winning state is based on the cumulative number of winnings, for example, when the variable winning ball device 15 is accidentally won only once or due to the influence of noise. It is possible to prevent a situation where an abnormal winning state is determined when a winning is detected. Accordingly, it is possible to prevent a situation in which a winning abnormality is notified due to a malfunction.

  In this embodiment, the case where the abnormal winning cumulative number counter is cleared when shifting to the big hit gaming state or the small hitting state or when the power supply to the gaming machine is stopped is shown. The timing for clearing the cumulative number counter is not limited to the timing shown in this embodiment. For example, the abnormal winning cumulative number counter may be cleared when a predetermined period elapses from a predetermined time point. In this case, for example, when the second start winning opening 14 is in a state other than the open state, the timer measurement is started after first detecting the winning of the game ball to the second starting winning opening 14, and the winning is performed after a predetermined period has elapsed. The cumulative number counter may be cleared.

  FIG. 90 is a flowchart showing a command analysis process in the case of clearing the abnormal prize accumulation number counter when a predetermined period has elapsed from a predetermined time point. 90, the processes in steps S611 to S650 are the same as those described in the first embodiment. Further, the processing in steps S645 to S648C is the same as those processing shown in FIG.

  If the received effect control command is an abnormal prize detection designation command (D003 (H)) (step S649A), the effect control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the value of the abnormal prize accumulation number counter is zero. (Step S649a). If the value of the abnormal winning cumulative number counter is 0, a winning to the second starting winning port 14 is detected for the first time when the second starting winning port 14 is in a state other than the open state, and an abnormal winning detection designation command is received for the first time. In this case, the production control microcomputer 100 sets a predetermined period (for example, 1 hour) in the abnormal prize accumulation number measurement timer and starts the abnormal prize accumulation number measurement timer (step S649b). Then, control goes to a step S649B. It should be noted that the abnormal winning cumulative number measuring timer has not received an abnormal winning detection designation command for the first time when a winning to the second starting winning opening 14 is detected for the first time when the second start winning opening 14 is in a state other than the open state. It is a timer for measuring the elapsed time.

  If the value of the abnormal winning cumulative number counter is not 0 in step S649a, the winning to the second starting winning opening 14 is detected once when the second starting winning opening 14 is already in the state other than the open state, and the abnormal winning is detected. This is when the specified command is received once. In this case, the production control microcomputer 100 subtracts 1 from the abnormal prize accumulation number measurement timer (step S649c) and confirms whether the abnormal prize accumulation number measurement timer has timed out (step S649d). If not timed out, the process proceeds to step S649B. If time-out has occurred, the production control microcomputer 100 clears the abnormal winning cumulative number counter (step S649e), and proceeds to step S649C. That is, when the second start winning opening 14 is in a state other than the open state, a win to the second start winning opening 14 is detected, and a predetermined period (for example, 1 hour) has elapsed since the abnormal winning detection designation command was received for the first time. Since this is the case, the abnormal winning cumulative number counter is cleared.

  Note that the processes in steps S649B to S650 are the same as those shown in FIG.

  By executing the above processing, the production control microcomputer 100 detects the winning to the second start winning opening 14 for the first time when the second starting winning opening 14 is in a state other than the open state, and detects an abnormal winning. When a predetermined period elapses after receiving the designated command for the first time, the abnormal winning cumulative number counter is cleared. Therefore, it is possible not to accumulate the number of winnings over a longer period than necessary, and to reliably detect an abnormality in winning due to an illegal act on the variable winning ball device 15.

  Note that it is not possible to measure the elapsed time since the first winning prize opening 14 is detected for the first time when the second starting prize opening 14 is in a state other than the open state, and the first abnormal winning detection designation command is received. Instead, the measurement of the elapsed time may be started from another time point, and the abnormal winning cumulative number counter may be cleared after a predetermined period has elapsed. For example, the production control microcomputer 100 may start measuring the elapsed time when the game is shifted to the big hit gaming state, and may clear the abnormal winning cumulative number counter after a predetermined period.

  Further, in this embodiment, the case where the abnormal winning cumulative number counter is cleared when the elapsed time from the first reception of the abnormal winning detection designation command has passed a predetermined period (1 hour in this example) is shown. Each time an abnormal winning detection designation command is received, the abnormal winning cumulative number measurement timer may be restarted. Then, not only when the abnormal winning detection designation command is received for the first time, but every time an abnormal winning detection designation command is received, the abnormal winning cumulative number measurement timer starts to be measured. The cumulative number counter may be cleared.

  In the second embodiment described above, both the process for detecting an abnormal winning at the grand prize winning opening and the process for detecting an abnormal winning at the second start winning opening 14 on the production control microcomputer 100 side are performed. Although the case where it performs is shown, you may be made to perform only either one by the microcomputer 100 for presentation control. For example, the process for detecting an abnormal winning at the big winning opening is executed on the game control microcomputer 560 side according to the same process as in the first embodiment, and an abnormal winning at the second starting winning opening 14 is detected. Only the processing may be executed on the production control microcomputer 100 side. Further, for example, the process for detecting an abnormal winning at the second start winning opening 14 is executed on the game control microcomputer 560 side according to the same process as in the first embodiment, and the abnormal winning at the big winning opening is made. Only the processing to be detected may be executed on the production control microcomputer 100 side.

  In the second embodiment described above, the timing at which the winning of the game ball to the second start winning opening 14 (ON of the second start opening switch 14a) is detected is other than the second start winning opening 14 being in the open state. The game control microcomputer 560 side determines whether or not it is in the state (see step S261), but the timing at which a game ball winning at the second start winning opening 14 is detected is the second. Whether or not the start winning opening 14 is in a state other than the open state may be determined by the production control microcomputer 100 side. In this case, for example, when the gaming control microcomputer 560 detects the ON state of the second start winning port 14 without performing the process of step S261 in the abnormal winning notification process, the game control microcomputer 560 directly receives a prize to the second start winning port 14. Alternatively, a detection designation command indicating that an error has been detected may be transmitted. Then, when receiving the detection designation command in the command analysis process, the production control microcomputer 100 determines whether or not the ordinary electric accessory (variable winning ball device 15) is in the open / close operation state. If the electric accessory (variable winning ball device 15) is in the open / close operation, the processing of steps S649B to S649D may be executed.

  Further, in the second embodiment, the abnormal winning number is cumulatively counted on the side of the effect control microcomputer 100 by the abnormal winning cumulative counter, and based on whether or not the value of the abnormal winning cumulative counter is equal to or greater than a predetermined value. Although the abnormality notification is performed, the abnormality notification may be performed every time there is an abnormal winning (reception of the abnormal winning detection designation command). In this case, if the effect control command received in step S649A of the abnormal winning notification process shown in FIG. 86 is an abnormal winning detection designation command (D003 (H)) (Y in step S649A), the effect control microcomputer 100 is used. However, the process of step S649D may be executed without executing the processes of step S649B and step S649C. In this case, the production control microcomputer 100 performs the processing of steps S703A and S703B in the production control main (see FIG. 85), the decorative design fluctuation stop processing (see FIG. 87) among the processing shown in the second embodiment. The processes in steps S865A and S859A in step S1011 and the processes in steps S1011A and S1013A to S1018 in the notification control process (see FIG. 88) are not executed.

Embodiment 3 FIG.
In the first embodiment described above, even when it is detected that an abnormal winning at the second start winning opening 14 has occurred, the variation of the special symbol on the special symbol display 8 or the variation of the decorative symbol on the variable display device 9 It was configured to run continuously. Accordingly, when a game ball is won in the second start winning opening 14 illegally (for example, the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is opened illegally even though the normal symbol is not a winning pattern, and the second starting winning opening 14 is opened. Even when a game ball is won), a big hit may occur due to the start winning, and the ball may be illegally acquired. Therefore, in the third embodiment, when it is detected that an abnormal winning at the second start winning opening 14 has occurred, the variation of the special symbol and the variation of the decorative symbol are stopped at a predetermined timing. ing.

  FIG. 91 is a flowchart showing special symbol process processing according to the third embodiment. In the special symbol process, the game control microcomputer 560 first decides to execute the abnormal winning notification based on the determination that an abnormal winning has occurred in the second start winning opening 14 or the big winning opening. It is confirmed whether or not the abnormal winning notification flag indicating that the game has been performed is set (step S319A). Here, the abnormal winning notification flag is set when an abnormal winning at the big winning opening is detected (step S258A in FIG. 52) or when an abnormal winning at the second start winning opening 14 is detected (step in FIG. 52). S264C).

  When the abnormal winning notification flag is set (Y in step S319A), the game control microcomputer 560 determines whether the special symbol is changed in the special symbol display 8, specifically, the special symbol process. It is determined whether or not the flag value is a value (“2”) indicating the special symbol changing process (step S302) (step S319B). When the value of the special symbol process flag is a value (“2”) indicating the special symbol changing process (Y in Step S319B), the processing after Step S311 is executed. That is, the special symbol display 8 causes the special symbol to be continuously changed. On the other hand, when the value of the special symbol process flag is not a value (“2”) indicating the special symbol changing process (N in Step S319B), the special symbol process process is terminated. That is, the special symbol display control 8 stops the variation control of the special symbol. With such a configuration, when an abnormal winning to the big winning opening or the second start winning opening 14 is detected, if the special symbol is not changing, the special symbol is immediately prohibited from being changed and the special symbol is changing. If it is, the change of the special symbol is continued and the change of the next special symbol is prohibited.

  FIG. 92 is a flowchart showing effect control process processing in the third embodiment. In the effect control process, the effect control microcomputer 100 first confirms whether or not the abnormality notification flag is set (step S809A). When the abnormality notifying flag is set (Y in step S809A), the effect control microcomputer 100 determines whether or not the decorative symbol is changed in the variable display device 9, specifically, the effect control process flag. It is determined whether or not the value is a value (“2”) indicating the decorative symbol variation process (step S802) (step S809B). If the value of the effect control process flag is a value (“2”) indicating the decorative symbol variation process (Y in step S809B), the decorative symbol variation processing (step S802) is executed. That is, the decorative display pattern is continuously changed in the variable display device 9. On the other hand, when the value of the effect control process flag is not a value (“2”) indicating the decorative symbol variation process (N in step S809B), the effect control process process is terminated. In other words, the decorative display variation control is stopped in the variable display device 9. With such a configuration, when the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command or the abnormal winning notification 2 designation command is received, if the decorative design is not changing, the decorative design is immediately prohibited from changing, and the decorative design is changing. If this happens, the variation of the decorative design is continued, and the variation of the next decorative design is prohibited.

  As described above, according to the third embodiment, the variation of the special symbol in the special symbol display 8 and the decoration in the variable display device 9 based on the detection of the abnormal winning in the big winning opening or the second starting winning opening 14. Since the control for prohibiting the fluctuation of the symbol is executed, when the winning to the big winning opening or the second starting winning opening 14 is generated by an illegal act (for example, it is variable even though the normal symbol is not a winning symbol) Even when the winning ball apparatus 15 is opened and the game ball is awarded to the second start winning opening 14), it is possible to reliably prevent the occurrence of a big hit based on the winning.

  In the third embodiment, whether the value of the special symbol process flag is a value indicating the special symbol changing process, and the value of the effect control process flag is a value indicating the decorative symbol changing process. However, the present invention is not limited to such a configuration. For example, when the abnormal winning notification flag is set, and during the abnormal notification flag When is set, control for prohibiting the fluctuation of the symbol may be performed immediately. Further, the number of reserved memories at the time when an abnormal winning to the second start winning opening 14 is detected is confirmed, and the variation of the symbols is continued until the variation of the symbols corresponding to the number of reserved memories is completed. When the variation of the symbol is finished, control for prohibiting the variation of the symbol may be performed. Specifically, when the abnormal winning notification flag is set, the number of reserved memories is confirmed, and a counter is used to count whether or not a change corresponding to the confirmed number of reserved memories has been executed. Control that prohibits fluctuations is sometimes executed. According to such a configuration, it is possible to continue the fluctuation based on the start winning to the normal second start winning opening 14 and prohibit the fluctuation based on the abnormal winning. In the above configuration, in the case of prohibiting the variation of the symbol based on the abnormal winning correctly, the variation of the symbol is prohibited at the time when the variation of the reserved memory number -1 minute when the abnormal winning is detected is finished. You may do it.

  Further, in the above-described third embodiment, the case where the variation of the special symbol and the decorative symbol is prohibited when the abnormal winning is detected in the configuration for determining the abnormal winning on the game control microcomputer 560 side is shown. When the abnormal winning is detected in the configuration for determining the abnormal winning on the microcomputer 100 side (see the second embodiment), the variation of the decorative pattern may be prohibited. In this case, the effect control microcomputer 100 sets the abnormality notification processing flag and does not change the decorative design according to the same process as the effect control process shown in FIG. 92 (step S809A, (See S809B), it is only necessary to prohibit the variation of the decorative pattern by ending the effect control process as it is.

Embodiment 4 FIG.
In the first embodiment and the third embodiment described above, by checking whether the value of the normal symbol process flag is a value (“3”) indicating the normal electric accessory operation processing, the second timing is determined at a normal timing. It was determined whether or not a winning at the start winning opening 14 occurred (see steps S261 to S264 in FIG. 52). However, the present invention is not limited to such a configuration, and by confirming whether or not a winning to the second start winning opening 14 has occurred at the timing when the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is closed, the second time at a normal timing. It may be determined whether or not a winning at the start winning opening 14 has occurred.

  FIG. 93 is a flowchart showing the ordinary electric accessory operating process in the fourth embodiment. In the normal electric actor operation process, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether the value of the normal symbol process timer has reached 0, that is, whether the normal symbol process timer has timed out (step S161). If the normal symbol process timer has not timed out (N in step S161), the game control microcomputer 560 decrements the value of the normal symbol process timer by -1 (step S162).

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 decrements the value of the normal electric accessory release pattern timer by -1 (step S181). Then, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the value of the ordinary electric accessory release pattern timer is 0, that is, whether or not the ordinary electric accessory release pattern timer has timed out (step S182). If not timed out (N in step S182), the process is terminated as it is. If time-out has occurred (Y in step S182), the game control microcomputer 560 sets the release pattern time in the normal electric accessory release pattern timer (step S183). Next, the game control microcomputer 560 confirms whether or not the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is closed, for example, by confirming the normal electric accessory solenoid output bit of the output port buffer (solenoid buffer) (step S184). .

  When the variable winning ball device 15 is closed (Y in step S184), the game control microcomputer 560 performs control for driving the solenoid 16 to open the variable winning ball device 15 (step S185). And since this timing is not the timing at which a game ball normally wins in the second start winning opening 14, a process for checking whether or not an abnormal winning in the second starting winning opening 14 has occurred is performed. That is, the game control microcomputer 560 loads the switch-on buffer into the register (step S187). The game control microcomputer 560 checks whether 1 is set in the second start port switch input bit (step S188). That is, it is confirmed whether or not the second start opening switch 14a is turned on (whether or not a game ball has won the second start winning opening 14).

  If 1 is not set in the second start port switch input bit (N in step S188), the process ends. If 1 is set in the second start port switch input bit (Y in step S188), the second start port switch 14a is turned on at an incorrect timing, so that the game control microcomputer 560 accumulates winnings. The value of the number counter is incremented by 1 (step S188A), and it is confirmed whether or not the value of the accumulated prize counter after the addition is equal to or greater than a predetermined value (5 in this example) (step S188B). If it is equal to or greater than the predetermined value, the game control microcomputer 560 determines that an abnormal winning has occurred in the second start winning opening 14, sets an abnormal winning notification flag (step S188C), and the effect control board 80. Then, control for transmitting the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 is performed (steps S189 and S190). That is, the address of the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command transmission table is set in the pointer (step S189), and the command setting process is executed (step S190).

  When the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is being opened in step S184 (N in step S184), the game control microcomputer 560 performs control for driving the solenoid 16 to close the variable winning ball apparatus 15 (step S186). ). Since this timing is a timing at which a game ball normally wins at the second start winning opening 14, the process for checking whether or not an abnormal winning at the second starting winning opening 14 has occurred is not performed.

  In step S161, when the normal symbol process timer times out (Y in step S161), the game control microcomputer 560 sets the value of the normal symbol process flag to the value indicating the normal symbol normal process (step S100) (specifically, Is updated to "0") (step S172).

  93, the processing corresponding to steps S164 to S167 (ordinary electric winning prize winning count processing) of the ordinary electric accessory operating process shown in FIG. 41 is not shown in the ordinary electric accessory operating process shown in FIG. The normal electric accessory operation processing shown in FIG. 93 may be executed in the same manner. In addition, when the abnormal winning to the second start winning opening 14 is detected in the ordinary electric accessory operating process shown in FIG. 93, it is necessary to execute steps S261 to S266 of the abnormal winning notification process shown in FIG. There is no.

  According to the configuration as described above, since the abnormal winning to the second start winning opening 14 is detected at the closing timing of the variable winning ball apparatus 15, the more accurate timing to the second starting winning opening 14 is detected. Abnormal winnings can be detected.

  As described in the first embodiment, in the fourth embodiment, the timing for determining an abnormal winning may be delayed from the timing for closing the variable winning ball device 15. For example, a timer is started when the variable winning ball apparatus 15 changes from an open state to a closed state (that is, when N changes to Y in step S184), and when the timer times out, steps S187 to S187 are started. The process of S190 is executed. According to such a method, it can be prevented that it is erroneously determined that an abnormal winning has occurred even though the game ball has won the second start winning opening 14 at regular timing.

  Further, in the above-described fourth embodiment, whether or not a winning to the second start winning opening 14 has occurred at the timing when the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is closed in the configuration in which an abnormal winning is determined on the gaming control microcomputer 560 side. However, in the configuration in which the abnormal winning is determined on the side of the production control microcomputer 100 (see the second embodiment), the variable winning ball device 15 is closed to the second start winning opening 14 at the timing when it is closed. It may be possible to check whether or not a prize has occurred. In this case, the production control microcomputer 100 does not perform the abnormal winning determination process in steps S188A to S188C as long as 1 is set in the second start port switch input bit in step S188, and designates abnormal winning detection as it is. Control to send a command may be performed.

Embodiment 5 FIG.
In the first embodiment, if the abnormal winning notification flag is set (Y in step S362) in the winning ball number adding process shown in FIG. 50, the winning ball payout is executed based on the count switch 23 being turned on. By not doing so (the process of steps S364 and S365 is skipped), the winning ball is not paid out based on the abnormal winning. However, the present invention is not limited to such a configuration. When an abnormal winning to the second start winning opening 14 is detected in the switch process, the winning itself may be invalidated.

  FIG. 94 is a flowchart showing switch processing according to the fifth embodiment. In the switch processing, steps S331 to S338 are the same as the processing described in FIG. After executing the process of step S338, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the abnormal winning notification flag is set (step S338A). If it is not set, the process is terminated as it is. If set, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the ordinary electric accessory (variable winning ball apparatus 15) is being opened (step S339). Here, whether or not the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is open can be determined by, for example, checking the normal electric accessory solenoid output bit of the output port buffer (solenoid buffer).

  When the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is being opened (Y in step S339), the process is ended as it is. When the variable winning ball device 15 is not open but closed (N in step S339), the game control microcomputer 560 sets the second start port switch input bit (in the second start port switch 14a) of the switch-on buffer. The corresponding bit) is cleared (0) (step S340). As a result, when an abnormal winning is made to the second starting winning opening 14, the starting winning itself can be invalidated. In this case, it is not necessary to execute a process for preventing the prize ball number from being added to the total prize ball number storage buffer when an abnormal winning to the second starting prize opening 14 occurs in the prize ball number addition process. .

  In step S339, it is confirmed whether or not the ordinary electric accessory is being opened, but it is confirmed whether or not the value of the normal symbol process flag is a value ("3") indicating the ordinary electric accessory operation process. The second start winning prize may be invalidated.

  Further, as described in the fourth embodiment, the timing for determining the abnormal winning may be delayed from the timing for closing the variable winning ball device 15.

Embodiment 6 FIG.
In the above-described fifth embodiment, when an abnormal winning to the second starting winning opening 14 occurs, the starting winning itself is invalidated in the switch process. However, in the sixth embodiment, the second starting winning award is made. In the case where an abnormal winning to the mouth 14 occurs, the start winning itself is invalidated in the special symbol process.

  FIG. 95 is a flowchart showing special symbol process processing according to the sixth embodiment. In the special symbol process, the game control microcomputer 560 executes the first start port passage process (the processes in steps S311 to S314) in the same manner as described in FIG. Further, stage start port passage processing (processing of steps S314A to S314D) is executed. Then, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the invalid flag is set (step S320) before executing the second start port notification process (steps S315 to S318). Here, the invalid flag is set when an abnormal winning to the second start winning opening 14 is detected. Specifically, in the case of the first embodiment, when the second starting port switch 14a is turned on when the value of the normal symbol process flag is “3”, in the case of the fourth embodiment, the variable winning ball apparatus This is when the second start port switch 14a is turned on during the closing of 15.

  When the abnormal winning notification flag is set (Y in step S320), the gaming control microcomputer 560 does not execute the second start port notification processing (processing in steps S315 to S318), and the abnormal winning notification flag is set. When it is not set (N in step S320), the second start port notification process (the processes in steps S315 to S318) is executed. According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent random number extraction based on the abnormal second start winning, etc., variation based on the abnormal winning is prohibited, and the occurrence of a big hit based on the abnormal winning is surely prevented. can do.

  In the case of the sixth embodiment, it is impossible to prohibit the payout of the winning ball based on the abnormal winning. Therefore, the first embodiment (the winning ball number adding process in FIG. 50) and the fifth embodiment (the switch in FIG. 94). It is preferable to simultaneously execute the control for prohibiting the payout of the winning ball based on the abnormal winning as described in the processing.

  In the above 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 variable 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. 4). 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 variable 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 each of the above embodiments, the big hit symbol and the small hit symbol displayed on the special symbol display 8 may be a common symbol (for example, “7”). In this way, the player does not know whether the big hit or the small hit, the big hit type, or the like by the symbol displayed on the special symbol display 8. Therefore, the expectation for the transition to the probable change state in the re-lottery effect is not impaired. Also, there is no loss of expectation for sudden or big hits.

  Further, in each of the above embodiments, when the variation pattern command is a dedicated variation pattern command (a variation pattern command that is not a regular big hit / probable variation big hit combined variation pattern command), the decoration pattern is decorated based on the dedicated variation pattern command. It was comprised so that the stop symbol of a symbol might be determined. However, it is configured to determine the stop symbol of the decorative symbol by determining the stop symbol of the decorative symbol based on the symbol information specifying command at the normal time and referring to the contents of the variation pattern command only when the symbol information specifying command is missed. May be.

  In addition, if any of the variation pattern command dedicated to probability variation jackpot, the variation pattern command dedicated to normal jackpot, or the variation pattern command dedicated to outliers is received, the symbol information designation command cannot be received. The stop design of the decorative design may be determined based on the content of the pattern command.

  In each of the above embodiments, in the re-drawing effect, after the symbols are changed again, the probability variation symbols are derived and displayed. However, characters such as “probability variation” are displayed without using the symbols. Thus, the player may be informed that the probability variation big hit has been made (shifted to the probability variation state).

  In each of the above embodiments, the stage 12 is a stage having the shape shown in FIG. 2, but is not limited to this shape. If the stage start winning opening 40 is provided on the stage, its shape is arbitrary. For example, in the example of FIG. 2, the start winning opening is provided at the center, but it may be provided at the right end of the stage. In addition, for example, as shown in FIG. The two-stage stage 43 is formed by a lower stage 43a and an upper stage 43b, and a game ball that has entered from a stage entrance (not shown) is formed so as to be capable of reciprocating rolling at each stage. As shown in FIG. 96 (a), the lower stage 43a and the upper stage 43b of the two-stage stage 43 are formed of concave portions 34a and 34b and convex portions 38a and 38b having continuously different heights. The recesses 34a and 34b are inclined so as to be lowered toward the front side, and a part of the game ball is discharged from the recess 34a to the front side. A guide groove 17 is formed at the top of the convex portion 38b. The guide groove 17 is inclined so as to be lowered to the rear side, and depending on the speed at which the game ball rolls, as shown in FIG. 96 (b), the game ball is moved to the rear side (stage start winning opening 40). Guide is possible. A guide groove 24 is formed on the top of the convex portion 38a. The guide groove 24 is inclined so as to be lowered toward the rear side, and can be guided to the opening 42 depending on the speed at which the game ball rolls as shown in FIG. The game ball that has entered the opening 42 passes through the discharge guide 36 and is discharged to the front side (directly above the first start winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14).

  Further, in each of the above embodiments, as shown in the prize ball number table of FIG. 49, the number of prize balls in each of the first start winning opening 13, the second starting winning opening 14, and the stage starting winning opening 40 is four. However, the number of prize balls is not limited to this. For example, the number of winning balls in the second starting winning opening 14 may be four, and the number of winning balls in the first starting winning opening 13 and the stage starting winning opening 40 may be three. In this case, since the number of winning balls when the variable winning device 15 is in the open state increases, it is possible to improve the ball holding at the time of high base. Alternatively, the number of winning balls in the first starting winning opening 13 may be three, and the number of winning balls in the second starting winning opening 14 and the stage starting winning opening 40 may be four. By increasing the number of winning balls at the second start winning opening 14 and the stage starting winning opening 40 as compared with the first starting winning opening 13, game play can be improved. Further, the number of prize balls in the stage start prize opening 40 may be three, and the number of prize balls in the first start prize prize opening 13 and the second start prize prize opening 14 may be four. By doing so, it is possible to prevent an excessive increase in ball holding during normal gaming. These prize balls can be set by a prize ball number table.

  In addition, the pachinko gaming machine of the above embodiment can be given a predetermined game value to a player mainly when the stop symbol of the special symbol variably displayed on the variable display unit based on the start winning becomes the predetermined symbol. A pachinko machine that can be given a predetermined gaming value to a player when there is a prize in a predetermined area of an electric game that is released based on a start prize, or a start prize The present invention can be applied even to a pachinko gaming machine in which a predetermined right is generated or continued when a winning is given to a predetermined electric combination that is released when a stop symbol of a variably displayed symbol becomes a predetermined symbol combination . Furthermore, the present invention can be applied to a slot machine that inserts game medals and sets a bet number and plays a game, or a game machine that inserts game balls instead of game medals and sets a bet number and plays a game.

It is the front view which looked at the pachinko game machine from the front. It is a perspective view of a stage. It is a block diagram which shows the circuit structural example of a game control board (main board). It is a block diagram which shows the circuit structural example of a relay board | substrate, an effect control board | substrate, a lamp driver board | substrate, and an audio | voice output board | substrate. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the main process which the microcomputer for game control performs. It is a flowchart which shows a timer interruption process. It is a flowchart which shows a power-off process. It is a flowchart which shows a power-off process. It is a flowchart which shows a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows a special symbol process process. FIG. 38E illustrates an effect control command signal line. It is a timing diagram showing the relationship between an 8-bit control signal and an INT signal constituting a control command. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of an effect control command. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of an effect control command. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of a fluctuation pattern. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol normal process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol normal process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol normal process. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of a big hit classification determination table. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a fluctuation pattern setting process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol change process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol stop process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a big prize opening opening pre-processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a process during big prize opening opening. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a process after a special winning opening opening. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a process after a special winning opening opening. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a jackpot end process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a small hit release pre-processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a process during small hit release. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a small hit end process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a decoration symbol command control process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a command set process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a command transmission process. It is a timing diagram showing the transmission timing of the effect control command when the 15-round jackpot game is executed. It is a timing diagram showing the transmission timing of the effect control command when a two-round big hit game and a small hit game are executed. It is a flowchart which shows a normal symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a normal symbol normal process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a normal symbol fluctuation | variation process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a normal symbol stop process. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the open pattern of the change time of a normal symbol, and a variable winning ball apparatus. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a normal electric accessory operating process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the bit allocation example of the input port in the microcomputer for game control. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of the payout control signal. It is a block diagram which shows the signal line etc. which are used for transmission / reception of a payout control signal. It is a timing diagram which shows an example of how to output a payout control signal. It is explanatory drawing which shows the buffer used by switch processing. It is a flowchart which shows a switch process. It is a flowchart which shows a prize ball process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a prize ball number table. It is a flowchart which shows a prize ball number addition process. It is a flowchart which shows a prize ball control process. It is a flowchart which shows an abnormal winning notification process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the main process which the microcomputer for production control performs. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a command reception buffer. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a 1st decoration design determination process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a 1st decoration design determination process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a 2nd decoration design determination process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the stop symbol determination process after a re-lottery. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a temporary determination symbol determination process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of production control process processing. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a process table. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a variation pattern command reception waiting process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a decoration design change start process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a process during decoration design change. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a decoration design change stop process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a jackpot display process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a process during a round. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a post-round process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a post-round process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a big hit end effect process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a small hit effect process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of the alerting | reporting screen displayed on a variable display apparatus. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of a display of the re-lottery effect of the jackpot symbol performed in a variable display apparatus. It is a flowchart which shows alerting | reporting control processing. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of the condition of the display effect in a variable display apparatus, and the sound effect by a speaker. It is a timing diagram which shows the detection timing which detects the abnormal winning to a 2nd start winning opening, and the alerting | reporting timing which performs abnormal winning alert | report. It is a flowchart which shows the abnormal winning alerting | reporting process in the case of clearing a winning cumulative number counter when a predetermined period has elapsed from a predetermined time. It is a flowchart which shows the abnormal winning alerting | reporting process in the case of clearing a winning cumulative number counter when a predetermined period has elapsed from a predetermined time. FIG. 10 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of content of an effect control command in the second embodiment. 10 is a flowchart showing an abnormal winning notification process in the second embodiment. 12 is a flowchart showing main processing executed by the effect control microcomputer according to the second embodiment. 10 is a flowchart illustrating command analysis processing according to the second embodiment. 10 is a flowchart showing a decorative symbol variation stopping process in the second embodiment. 6 is a flowchart illustrating notification control processing in the second embodiment. It is a timing diagram which shows the detection timing which detects the abnormal winning to the 2nd start winning opening in Embodiment 2, and the alerting | reporting timing which performs abnormal winning alert | report. It is a flowchart which shows a command analysis process in the case of clearing an abnormal prize accumulation number counter when the predetermined period passes from the predetermined time. 10 is a flowchart showing special symbol process processing in the third embodiment. 12 is a flowchart showing effect control process processing in the third embodiment. 10 is a flowchart showing a normal electric accessory operating process in the fourth embodiment. 10 is a flowchart illustrating switch processing according to the fifth embodiment. 18 is a flowchart showing special symbol process processing in the sixth embodiment. It is a perspective view of a two-stage stage.

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DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Pachinko machine 8 Special symbol display 9 Variable display device 10 Normal symbol display 12 Stage 13 1st start winning opening 14 2nd starting winning opening 15 Variable winning ball apparatus (normal electric accessory)
20 Special variable winning ball device (big prize opening)
31 Main board 40 Stage start prize opening 43 Two stage 80 Production control board 100 Production control microcomputer 560 Game control microcomputer

Claims (8)

A plurality of types capable of performing a predetermined game using a game ball and distinguishing each based on the winning of the game ball in the first start area or the second start area provided in the game area The game machine is provided with a variable display device that variably displays the identification information and displays and displays the display result, and when the specific display result is derived and displayed on the variable display device, the game machine shifts to a specific gaming state advantageous to the player. And
A stage that is provided in the game area and allows a player to visually recognize the behavior of the game ball;
Detecting means for detecting a game ball won in the second starting area and outputting a detection signal;
Game control means for controlling the progress of the game;
Effect control means for controlling the effect device including the variable display device based on a command transmitted by the game control means,
The first start area is provided on the stage, and the second start area is configured by a variable winning device that can change between a closed state in which a game ball does not win and an open state in which the game ball can win. Has been
The game control means includes
Variable display command transmission means for transmitting a variable display command capable of specifying a variable display start and variable display time of identification information in the variable display device;
Open / close determining means for determining an open / closed state of the variable winning device;
When the open / close determining means determines that the variable winning device is not in the open state, an abnormality notification is made based on the detection of the winning of the game ball to the second starting area by the detecting means. An abnormality notification command transmitting means for transmitting an abnormality notification command for instructing the execution of
The production control means includes
Variable display that starts variable display of identification information in the variable display device based on the variable display command transmitted by the variable display command transmission means, and derives and displays the display result on the variable display device when the variable display time has elapsed. Control means;
Abnormality notification means for performing abnormality notification by the effect device based on the abnormality notification command transmitted by the abnormality notification command transmission means,
The abnormal notification means, Ri executable der the abnormality notification even when the variable display control means is executing the variable display of the identification information in the variable display device,
When the game ball rolling on the stage does not win the first start area, the stage allows the game ball that has not won to win the second start area. Formed,
Information for determining whether or not to use the specific display result for variable display of identification information that has not yet started even though a game ball has won in the first start area or the second start area Is stored as holding information within a predetermined upper limit storage number range,
Hold display means for displaying hold specific information corresponding to the hold information stored in the hold storage means,
The variable display control means executes variable display of identification information based on the winning of the game ball in the first starting area and based on the winning of the game ball in the second starting area. When variable display of identification information is executed, variable display is executed in a different manner,
The hold display means displays the hold specifying information corresponding to winning in the first start area and the hold specifying information corresponding to winning in the second start area in different modes. A featured gaming machine. The game control means accumulates and stores the number of winnings in the second starting area detected by the detecting means when the open / close determining means determines that the variable winning device is not in the open state. Including cumulative storage means;
The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein the abnormality notification command transmission means transmits the abnormality notification command based on the number of winnings stored cumulatively by the cumulative storage means. A plurality of types capable of performing a predetermined game using a game ball and distinguishing each based on the winning of the game ball in the first start area or the second start area provided in the game area The game machine is provided with a variable display device that variably displays the identification information and displays and displays the display result, and when the specific display result is derived and displayed on the variable display device, the game machine shifts to a specific gaming state advantageous to the player. And
A stage that is provided in the game area and allows a player to visually recognize the behavior of the game ball;
Detecting means for detecting a game ball won in the second starting area and outputting a detection signal;
Game control means for controlling the progress of the game;
Effect control means for controlling the effect device including the variable display device based on a command transmitted by the game control means,
The first start area is provided on the stage, and the second start area is configured by a variable winning device that can change between a closed state in which a game ball does not win and an open state in which the game ball can win. Has been
The game control means includes
Variable display command transmission means for transmitting a variable display command capable of specifying a variable display start and variable display time of identification information in the variable display device;
Open / close determining means for determining an open / closed state of the variable winning device;
When the variable winning device is determined to be in a state other than the open state by the open / close determining means, the abnormal winning based on the fact that the winning of the game ball to the second starting area is detected by the detecting means. An abnormal winning command transmission means for transmitting an abnormal winning command indicating that there has been,
The production control means includes
Variable display that starts variable display of identification information in the variable display device based on the variable display command transmitted by the variable display command transmission means, and derives and displays the display result on the variable display device when the variable display time has elapsed. Control means;
An abnormal notification means for determining that the abnormal winning state is based on the abnormal winning command transmitted by the abnormal winning command transmission means and executing the abnormal notification by the effect device,
The abnormal notification means, Ri executable der the abnormality notification even when the variable display control means is executing the variable display of the identification information in the variable display device,
When the game ball rolling on the stage does not win the first start area, the stage allows the game ball that has not won to win the second start area. Formed,
Information for determining whether or not to use the specific display result for variable display of identification information that has not yet started even though a game ball has won in the first start area or the second start area Is stored as holding information within a predetermined upper limit storage number range,
Hold display means for displaying hold specific information corresponding to the hold information stored in the hold storage means,
The variable display control means executes variable display of identification information based on the winning of the game ball in the first starting area and based on the winning of the game ball in the second starting area. When variable display of identification information is executed, variable display is executed in a different manner,
The hold display means displays the hold specifying information corresponding to winning in the first start area and the hold specifying information corresponding to winning in the second start area in different modes. A featured gaming machine. The production control unit is configured to detect the second start area detected by the detection unit when the open / close determination unit determines that the variable winning device is other than an open state based on the abnormal winning command. Accumulating storage means for accumulating the number of abnormal winnings to
The abnormality notification means determines that the state is an abnormal winning state based on the number of abnormal winnings accumulated and stored in the cumulative storage means, and performs abnormality notification by the effect device. Gaming machine. The variable display device, which special pattern includes what is variably displayed, the first starting region or game ball to the second starting region based on the fact that winning to start variable display of the special symbol a it is, according to any one of 4 from claim 1, characterized in that the sensor for detecting the winning to the first starting region and the second start-up region is provided in each Gaming machine. A third start area is further provided in the game area, and the variable display device variably displays a plurality of types of identification information that can be identified based on the winning of a game ball in the third start area. A gaming machine that derives and displays a display result,
The stage is
The second starting area or is provided at the top of the third starting area, directly above the part of the game ball that ball entrance to the stage second starting region or the third starting region Having a structure that can be derived into
Including concave and convex portions having continuously different heights, and a restricting portion for restricting rolling to the rear side,
The concave portion and the convex portion have a structure in which a game ball can roll along the concave portion and the convex portion,
The convex portion is provided at a substantially central portion of the stage, and is inclined at the top so as to be lowered to the rear side. Depending on the speed at which the game ball rolls, there is a guide groove that can be guided to the rear side. And
The restricting portion has an opening that allows a game ball rolling in the guide groove to enter,
Opening is the first start-up area,
The concave portion is provided on both sides of the convex portion, the game ball did not ball entrance to the first starting region of the recess, and is configured to discharge from the inclined surface which is inclined to the front side to the front surface The gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that:   In the specific gaming state, a special variable winning device capable of changing from a state in which a game ball does not win to a state in which it is easy to win,
  Winning detection means for detecting a game ball won in the special variable winning device and outputting a winning detection signal; and
  The game control means includes
  A winning determination means for determining whether or not the winning detection signal from the winning detection means is input;
  A special abnormality notification command transmitting means for transmitting an abnormality notification command for instructing execution of abnormality notification based on the winning determination means receiving the winning detection signal in a gaming state other than the specific gaming state;
  State control means for controlling the state of the special variable winning device based on the data indicating the game progress state,
  The state control means controls the special variable winning device when the data indicating the game progress state is a predetermined value, so that the game ball can easily win a game,
  The special abnormality notification command transmission means restricts the process to instruct execution of abnormality notification when the data indicating the game progress state is a numerical value equal to or greater than the predetermined value,
  The abnormality notification means performs abnormality notification by the effect device based on the abnormality notification command transmitted by the abnormality notification command transmission means or the special abnormality notification command transmission means.
  The gaming machine according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that.   In the specific gaming state, a special variable winning device capable of changing from a state in which a game ball does not win to a state in which it is easy to win,
  Winning detection means for detecting a game ball won in the special variable winning device and outputting a winning detection signal; and
  The game control means includes
  A winning determination means for determining whether or not the winning detection signal from the winning detection means is input;
  A winning command transmitting means for transmitting a winning detection command indicating that there has been a winning in the special variable winning device based on the winning determination means having input the winning detection signal;
  The production control means includes
  State control means for controlling the effect device including the variable display device based on the data indicating the game progress state,
  The state control means performs effect control in the specific game state when the data indicating the game progress state is a predetermined value.
  The abnormality notifying means determines that the data indicating the game progress state is a numerical value less than the predetermined value when the winning command transmitting means transmits the winning detection command, and determines that it is in an abnormal winning state, and the effect Anomaly notification is executed by the device
  The gaming machine according to claim 3 or 4, characterized in that.

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