JP2007185331A - Pachinko game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a novel method for effectively preventing overlapped occurrence of special games and making a plurality of functions in operation states uniformly, in regard to a Pachinko game machine with the plurality of functions. <P>SOLUTION: This Pachinko game machine is characterized in having a rotor guiding a game ball to a first ball entering hole by clockwise rotation and guiding a game ball to a second entering hole by counterclockwise rotation and constituting the rotor to alternately execute the clockwise rotation and the counterclockwise rotation. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2007,JPO&INPIT

Description

  The present invention is a pachinko gaming machine according to a type capable of shifting to a special gaming state that is advantageous to the player as compared to the normal gaming state, and in particular, a composite function in which a special game transition lottery is executed by separate routes This is a pachinko machine of the type having

  The most popular pachinko machines at present are the conventional type 1 gaming machines (models called “digipachi”) and the conventional type 2 gaming machines (types called “honey goods”). is there. First, in the case of a conventional type 1 gaming machine, when a game ball has entered the start port, usually three rows of symbols change vertically or horizontally on a liquid crystal display, etc. As a result of stopping after a certain time, when a predetermined mode (for example, “777”) is aligned on the active line, it is a model of a type that shifts to a special game in which a variable prize opening that is in a closed state is opened in a normal game (for example, Patent Document 1). In addition, in the conventional type 2 gaming machine, the variable winning opening is opened and closed a predetermined number of times (for example, once or twice) based on the hitting of the hit ball at the starting opening on the game board. When a game ball passes through a specific area (so-called V zone), the variable prize opening is configured to execute a special game in which the opening / closing operation is continued under a predetermined condition (for example, Patent Document 2).

  By the way, in recent years, the necessity of developing a model that is not bound by the conventional first-type, second-type, third-type, etc. frame has been recognized in order to further improve game playability (Patent Document 3). However, if it deviates too much from the conventional game playability, it will lead to complication of game play and may be a cause of being shy away from the player. In order to make it easier for the player to understand the gameability, it is necessary to follow the main parts of the conventional specifications and maintain friendliness, and then a model that can realize innovative games Development is desired. For this reason, it is necessary to avoid a situation in which a plurality of special games are simultaneously executed in the pachinko gaming machine of this type. Furthermore, in order to fully enjoy both of a plurality of functions, it is preferable that each function is in an operative state rather than a situation where only one function is intensively operated.

  Here, among the pachinko gaming machines of the above-mentioned type, regarding the pachinko gaming machine having a plurality of conventional first type functions, when the identification information is changing based on the entrance to one starting port, the other By adopting a holding state release method of waiting for a change in the identification information based on the entrance to the starting port of the player, it is possible to reliably avoid a situation in which a plurality of special games are executed at the same time. By alternately executing the hold release based on the ball entering the mouth and the hold release based on the ball entering the other start port, it is possible to make the respective functions equally active.

  However, with regard to pachinko machines equipped with a function combining the conventional first type and the conventional second type, the special game transition process on the conventional second type side is different from that on the conventional first type side. Since it differs greatly, it does not work like the above-mentioned conventional first type. Specifically, on the conventional type 1 side, there is a time lag from when the special game transition is internally determined until it is executed (the identification information variation time corresponds to the time lag). That is, since the change of the identification information is always executed prior to the transition to the special game, if the period from the start of the change of the identification information to the end of the change is grasped, the other is operated by avoiding the timing. Thus, it is possible to ensure that the duplicated special games are avoided and the respective functions are equally activated. However, on the conventional type 2 side, there is usually no time lag from when the special game transition is internally determined until it is executed. That is, a special game is generated at the moment when a game ball wins a starting winning opening called a chucker. For this reason, in the conventional pachinko gaming machine having the first and second types of functions, the above-mentioned conventional first type is used to prevent the occurrence of overlapping special games and to make the respective functions in an operative state. It is impossible to incorporate the technology applied in the pachinko gaming machine provided with the function as it is.

Therefore, the present invention provides a new technique for effectively preventing the occurrence of overlapping special games and making each of the plurality of functions uniformly active in a pachinko gaming machine having a plurality of functions. For the purpose.
JP 2003-230714 A JP 2001-353281 A JP 2000-33141 A

The present invention (1) is a first entrance detector (entrance detection device 2111 of the special figure starting port 2110) related to the transition of the first special game state which gives a higher profit to the player than the normal game state. ), And a second incoming detector related to the transition of the second special gaming state that gives a higher profit to the player than the normal gaming state (the incoming detection device 2311 of the normal start port 2310), A game ball can be entered, and the game ball that has entered can be entered into the first entrance detector (entrance detection device 2111 of the special figure start port 2110) and the second entrance detector (general view start port). In a pachinko gaming machine having a distribution device (shared prize opening A + distribution device B) that distributes to any of the 2310 entry detection devices 2311)
The distribution device (shared prize opening A + distribution device B) can hold a game ball at a predetermined position and can rotate clockwise and counterclockwise while maintaining the holding state (rotary body). B ₁ ), and when the rotating body (rotating body B ₁ ) rotates in any one of the clockwise direction and the counterclockwise direction while holding the game ball, the distribution device (common prize opening) By holding the game ball to the vicinity of the first incoming detector (the incoming detection device 2111 of the special drawing start port 2110) arranged around the A + distribution device B), and releasing the game ball at the position The game ball is guided to the first ball detector (the ball detection device 2111 of the special start port 2110), while the rotating body (rotating body B ₁ ) holds the game ball in a direction opposite to the direction. , The above-mentioned distribution device (common prize opening A + distribution device) B) The game ball is held up to the vicinity of the second ball detector (usually starting port 2310) arranged around B, and the game ball is detected by releasing the game ball at the position. The pachinko gaming machine is configured to alternately execute the clockwise rotation and the counterclockwise rotation in addition to being guided to a game machine (the entrance detection device 2311 of the normal opening 2310).

According to the present invention (2), the rotating body (rotating body B ₁ ) is changed from the first entrance detector (the entrance detector 2111 of the special figure start port 2110) to the second entrance detector (the normal start port). The period of rotation clockwise or counterclockwise to 2310 (the entrance detection device 2311) is caused by the detection of the game ball by the first entrance detector (the entrance detection device 2111 of the special drawing start port 2110). The pachinko gaming machine according to the invention (1), which is longer or substantially the same as the gaming time related to the transition to the first special gaming state.

According to the present invention (3), the rotating body (rotating body B ₁ ) is changed from the second entrance detector (entrance detection device 2311 of the normal start port 2310) to the first entrance detector (special start port). The period of clockwise rotation or counterclockwise rotation until 2110 (entrance detection device 2111) is attributed to the detection of the game ball by the second entrance detector (entrance detection device 2311 of the normal start port 2310). The pachinko gaming machine according to the invention (1) or (2), wherein the gaming time is longer or substantially the same as the gaming time associated with the transition to the second special gaming state.

  According to the present invention (4), the game time is a first identification information display part (special display part 2131) or second stage which is a stage before the transition to the first special game state or the second special game state. The invention (2), which is the time from the start of change of the first identification information (special symbol) or the second identification information (ordinary symbol) on the identification information display unit (general symbol display unit 2321) to the end of the change. ) Or (3) pachinko machines.

  According to the present invention (5), in a predetermined state, the rotating body does not alternately execute the clockwise rotation and the counterclockwise rotation but rotates only in one of the clockwise rotation and the counterclockwise rotation. The pachinko gaming machine according to any one of the inventions (1) to (4).

The present invention (6) includes a first starting port (special drawing starting port 2110) into which a game ball can enter,
A first identification information display unit (special drawing display unit 2131) capable of variably displaying and stopping the first identification information (special symbol);
A first variable winning opening (first large winning opening 2120) that can take an open state and a closed state;
First random number acquisition means (special drawing lottery means 1121) for acquiring a first random number for determining the content of the first game based on the entry of the game ball into the first start opening (special drawing start opening 2110);
Based on the first random number, first identification information display content determination means (special figure content determination means 1141) for determining the variation content and stop identification information of the first identification information (special symbol);
In accordance with the display content determined by the first identification information display content determination means (special drawing content determination means 1141), the first identification information (special symbol) is displayed by the first identification information display portion (special drawing display portion 2131). A first identification information display control means (special drawing display control means 1151) for controlling to display the stop identification information after variably displaying the fluctuation content;
A first special game transition condition for determining whether or not the stop identification information is in a specific mode, which is one condition for transitioning from a normal game state to a first special game that is more advantageous to the player than the normal game state Determination means (first condition determination means 1171a);
A first special game executing means (first special game control means 1171) for opening the first variable prize winning opening (first grand prize winning opening 2120) and executing the first special game is provided. One game club;
A second variable winning opening A (starting opening 2210) capable of taking an open state and a closed state;
A second variable prize opening B (second large prize opening 2220) having a specific area, which can be in an open state and a closed state;
A second variable prize opening C (first big prize opening 2120) that may be in an open state and a closed state, which may exist depending on circumstances;
A game ball enters the second variable prize opening A (starting port 2210), which is one condition for shifting from the normal gaming state to the first stage of the second special game that is more advantageous to the player than the normal gaming state. Second special game first stage transition condition determination means (first stage special game condition determination means 1172a-1) for determining whether or not
Second special game first stage execution means (first stage special) for opening the second variable prize opening B (second big prize opening 2220) and executing the first stage of the second special game. Game execution means 1172b-1),
In the first stage, which is one condition for shifting from the normal gaming state to the second stage of the second special game that is more advantageous to the player than the normal gaming state, ) Second special game second stage transition condition determining means (second stage special game condition determining means 1172a-2) for determining whether or not a game ball has entered the specific area of
The second variable winning opening B (second large winning opening 2220) or the second variable winning opening C (first large winning opening 2120) is set to the open state, and the second stage of the second special game is executed. A second game section comprising second special game second stage execution means (second stage special game execution means 1172b-2) for playing; and a second start port (a normal start port 2310) into which a game ball can enter )When,
A second identification information display unit (ordinary map display unit 2321) capable of variably displaying and stopping the second identification information (ordinary symbol);
Obtaining a second random number for obtaining a second random number related to driving of the second variable winning opening A (starting port 2210) in the open state based on a game ball entering the second starting port (common figure starting port 2310) Means (standard drawing lottery means 1122);
Second identification information display content determination means (common figure content determination means 1142) for determining stop identification information of the second identification information (ordinary symbol) based on the second random number;
Second identification information display control means for controlling to display the stop identification information after the second identification information (ordinary symbol) is variably displayed for a predetermined time on the second identification information display unit (common symbol display unit 2321). Ordinary map display control means 1152),
When the stop identification information is in a predetermined mode, an auxiliary unit including an open state availability determination execution unit (electric chew opening / closing control unit 1160) that drives and controls the second variable prize opening A (starting port 2210) to an open state. In a pachinko machine having
A game ball can be entered, and the game ball that has been entered is distributed to either the first start port (special start port 2110) or the second start port (general map start port 2310). In addition to having a device (shared winning port A + distributing device B), the distributing device (shared winning port A + distributing device B) can hold a game ball at a predetermined position and maintain the holding state. However, it has a rotating body (rotating body B ₁ ) that can be rotated clockwise and counterclockwise, and the rotating body (rotating body B ₁ ) holds a game ball and is either clockwise or counterclockwise. If the game ball rotates in one direction, the game ball is held to the vicinity of the first starting port (special drawing starting port 2110) arranged around the distributing device (common winning port A + distributing device B), and the position By releasing the game ball with the first start port (special When the rotating body (rotating body B ₁ ) rotates in the direction opposite to the direction while holding the game ball, the guiding device (shared winning port A + allocation device B) is guided to the starting port 2110). The game ball is held up to the vicinity of the second start port (general start port 2310) arranged around the base, and the game ball is released to the second start port (general start port) by releasing the game ball at the position. 2310), the pachinko gaming machine is configured to alternately execute the clockwise rotation and the counterclockwise rotation.

According to the present invention (7), the rotating body (rotating body B ₁ ) is clockwise or counterclockwise from the first starting port (special drawing starting port 2110) to the second starting port (common drawing starting port 2310). The invention, wherein the rotation period is longer or substantially the same as the game time related to the transition to the first special game due to the detection of the game ball at the first start port (special drawing start port 2110). This is a pachinko machine of (6).

According to the present invention (8), the rotating body (rotating body B ₁ ) is clockwise or counterclockwise from the second starting port (general-purpose starting port 2310) to the first starting port (special drawing starting port 2110). The period of rotation is longer or substantially the same as the game time related to the transition to the first stage of the second special game due to the detection of the game ball at the second start port (ordinary start port 2310). The pachinko gaming machine according to the invention (6) or (7).

  In the present invention (9), the gaming time is the first identification information (special symbol) or the previous stage before the transition to the first stage of the first special gaming state or the second special gaming state. The pachinko gaming machine according to the invention (7) or (8), which is the time from the start of change of the second identification information (ordinary symbol) to the end of the change.

  According to the present invention (10), under a predetermined state, the rotating body does not alternately execute the clockwise rotation and the counterclockwise rotation but rotates only in one of the clockwise rotation and the counterclockwise rotation. The pachinko gaming machine according to any one of the inventions (6) to (9).

  Here, the meaning of each term in the claims and the present specification will be described. First, “Pitching” is a concept that encompasses not only winnings that a winning ball pays out, but also anything that may cause some profit to the player, including so-called “through-chuckers” and winning holes. . The “first special game state” and the “second special game state” may be the same or different in the profit state to be given (for example, the special game lottery opportunity is different, but the special state to be executed The game itself includes the same case). “Winning” is a concept related to award ball payout. The “identification information” is not particularly limited as long as it is visually recognizable, and includes, for example, numbers, letters, symbols, and the like (for example, special symbols and ordinary symbols). The “open state” refers to a state in which game balls can flow in or can easily flow in, and the “closed state” refers to a state in which game balls cannot flow in or a state in which game balls are difficult to flow in. “Random number” (including the first random number and the second random number) is a random number (game content determination random number) used for a lottery (lottery by an electronic computer) for determining some game content in a pachinko game machine, For example, so-called “basic random numbers” that affect the outcome of the game, specifically, “winning random numbers” related to the transition of special games, “variation modes” for determining the variation mode (or variation time) of the identification symbol Examples include “decided random numbers”, “design determined random numbers” for determining stop symbols, “hit symbol determined random numbers” for determining whether or not to shift to a specific game (for example, probability variation game) after a special game, and the like. It is not necessary to use all these random numbers when determining the contents of the variation mode, the contents of the definite identification information, etc., and it is sufficient to use at least one random number that is the same or different from each other. Further, for example, one random number (for example, a winning random number) may also serve as another random number (for example, a symbol determining random number). “Based on random number” includes not only the case where the variation content of the identification information and the stop identification information are determined directly from the random number, but also the case where the identification information is indirectly determined from matters determined directly from the random number ( For example, when determining the stop symbol directly from a random number and determining the variation content from the stop symbol, determining the special symbol directly from the random number and determining the decorative symbol from the special symbol). Each component may have the function of other elements as long as it has the specified function. For example, when one detector detects when the rotating body rotates clockwise, it functions as the first entrance detector, and when it detects when the rotating body rotates counterclockwise Is functioning as a second incoming detector, the detector is both a first incoming detector and a second incoming detector. When a certain winning opening functions as both the first variable winning opening and the second variable winning opening, the winning opening is both the first variable winning opening and the second variable winning opening.

  According to the present invention (1), the game balls are guided to the first entrance detector and the second entrance detector in turn, with the rotating body alternately performing clockwise and counterclockwise movements. The first game resulting from the entrance detection by the first entrance detector and the second game resulting from the entrance detection by the second entrance detector are alternately executed. As a result, there is an effect that each of the plurality of functions can be fully activated. Furthermore, by appropriately setting the rotation body period from one detector to the other detector, for example, by setting the period longer or equivalent to the game time of the first game or the second game, As a result of the fact that the special game transfer lottery is not performed at the same timing, it is possible to effectively prevent the occurrence of duplicate special games.

  According to the present invention (2), in addition to the above-described effect, when a certain game ball enters the first entrance detector, a new game ball is added before the first game based on the entrance is completed. Since the player does not enter the second entrance detector, the special game transfer lottery is not performed at least at the same timing, and as a result, it is possible to effectively prevent the occurrence of duplicate special games.

  According to the present invention (3), in addition to the above effects, when a certain game ball enters the second entrance detector, a new game ball is added before the second game based on the entrance is completed. Since the first entering detector is not entered, the special game transfer lottery is not performed at least at the same timing, and as a result, it is possible to effectively prevent the occurrence of duplicate special games.

  According to the present invention (4), in addition to the above effects, the identification information is changed while the rotating body is rotationally moved from one entrance detector to the other entrance detector, that is, a special game transition is performed. If a special game transition is internally determined by providing a time lag from when it is determined internally until the special game is executed, for example, when the rotating body is stopped or a new game ball is Even if it is transported to the incoming ball detector, it is possible to prevent the occurrence of duplicate special games by taking measures such as disabling it so that it will not be detected by the incoming ball detector. .

  According to the present invention (5), in addition to the effects described above, the rotation is in one direction under a predetermined state, so that a sense of expectation for the transition to the special game due to the rotation in the direction is increased, and the other rotation As a result of achieving the single function of the gaming machine due to the fact that the special game transition due to the game is not executed, there is an effect that the interest of the game is further enhanced.

  According to the present invention (6), in the pachinko gaming machine having the functions of the conventional first type and the conventional second type, after causing the rotating body to alternately perform clockwise and counterclockwise movements, Since the game balls are sequentially guided to the first start port and the second start port, the first game resulting from the detection of the ball input at the first start port and the input at the second start port. As a result of alternately executing the second game due to the ball detection, there is an effect that each of the plurality of functions can be brought into an operating state evenly. Furthermore, by appropriately setting the rotation body period from one detector to the other detector, for example, by setting the period longer or equivalent to the game time of the first game or the second game, As a result of the fact that the special game transfer lottery is not performed at the same timing, it is possible to effectively prevent the occurrence of duplicate special games.

  According to the present invention (7), in addition to the above-described effect, when a certain game ball enters the first starting port, a new game ball is added to the second game game before the first game based on the ball is completed. Since there is no ball entering the starting port, the special game transfer lottery is not performed at least at the same timing. As a result, it is possible to effectively prevent the occurrence of duplicate special games.

  According to the present invention (8), in addition to the above effect, when a certain game ball enters the second starting port, a new game ball is added to the first game game before the second game based on the ball is finished. Since there is no ball entering the starting port, the special game transfer lottery is not performed at least at the same timing. As a result, it is possible to effectively prevent the occurrence of duplicate special games.

  According to the present invention (9), in addition to the above effect, the identification information is changed while the rotating body is rotating from one start port to the other start port, that is, special game transition is internally determined. If a special game transition is internally determined by providing a time lag until the special game is executed after that, for example, the rotating body is stopped or a new game ball is placed at the other start port. By taking measures such as disabling so as not to be detected at the starting port even after being carried, it is possible to prevent the occurrence of duplicate special games.

  According to the present invention (10), in addition to the above effects, the rotation is in one direction under a predetermined state, so that the expectation for transition to a special game due to the rotation in the direction is increased, and the other rotation As a result of the achievement of a single function of the gaming machine due to the fact that the special game transition due to the game is not executed, there is an effect that the interest of the game is further enhanced.

  The best mode of the present invention will be described below. The best mode is a model in which two conventional first-class pachinko machines and two conventional second-class pachinko machines are mixed, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, other types of game machines (For example, a game machine having a plurality of conventional first type functions or a game machine having two conventional first type functions and one conventional second type function). Within range. Hereinafter, the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode will be described in detail. Here, the best mode is that if a winning game “C” is won during a normal game in the first type game, the game does not shift to a specific game (time-reduced game) after the special game based on the win is completed. In the case where “winning symbol C” is won during a game (time-reduced game), the game shifts to a specific game (time-reduced game) after the end of the special game based on the winning. Furthermore, in order to ensure that a plurality of special games do not occur at the same time, there are a “forced pause type” (type A) and a “forced loss symbol replacement type” (type B) described later. Hereinafter, type A will be described first. Here, the type relates to a type that prevents the transition to the first special game during the execution of the second special game by temporarily stopping the timer related to the special symbol fluctuation during the execution of the second special game. Yes (that is, the special symbol keeps changing during the execution of the second special game). It should be noted that this is the best mode, and the following modes are related to the location and function of each means, the order of each step for various processes, the timing of flag on / off, the name of the means responsible for each step, etc. It is not limited to.

  First, the basic structure of the front side of the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode (type A) will be described with reference to FIG. The pachinko gaming machine 1 is mainly composed of a gaming machine frame and a gaming board. Hereinafter, these will be described in order.

  First, the gaming machine frame of the pachinko gaming machine 1 includes an outer frame 102, a front frame 104, a transparent plate 106, a door 108, an upper ball dish 110, a lower ball dish 112, and a launch handle 116. First, the outer frame 102 is a frame for fixing the pachinko gaming machine to a position where it should be installed. The front frame 104 is a frame body aligned with the opening portion of the outer frame 102, and is attached to the outer frame 102 so as to be openable and closable via a hinge mechanism (not shown). The front frame 104 includes a mechanism for launching a game ball, a mechanism for detachably storing a game board, a mechanism for guiding or collecting the game ball, and the like. The transparent plate 106 is made of glass or the like and is supported by the door 108. The door 108 is attached to the front frame 104 through a hinge mechanism (not shown) so as to be opened and closed. The upper ball tray 110 has mechanisms for storing game balls, sending out the game balls to the launch rail, and extracting the game balls to the lower ball tray 112. The lower ball tray 112 has a mechanism for storing and extracting game balls. Further, a speaker 114 is provided between the upper ball tray 110 and the lower ball tray 112, and a sound effect corresponding to the gaming state or the like is output.

  Next, in the game board, a game area 120 partitioned by an outer rail 122 and an inner rail 124 is formed. The game area 120 includes a plurality of not-shown mechanisms such as a game nail and a windmill, various general prize winning openings, a special figure starting opening 2110, a first big winning opening 2120, a starting opening 2210, and a general drawing starting opening 2310. The second grand prize opening 2220, the special symbol display device 2130, the first effect display device 2140, the normal symbol display device 2320, the second effect display device 2230, the center decoration 192, and the out port 142 are provided. Here, a common winning opening A is installed above the special figure starting opening 2110 and the general drawing starting opening 2310, and the game balls that have won the common winning opening A are distributed below the distribution device B. It is distributed to one of the start openings. Hereinafter, each element will be described in detail.

First, with reference to FIG. 2 and FIG. 26, the sorting apparatus B which is one characteristic part of the best mode will be described in detail. _First , as shown in FIG. 2, the sorting device B according to the best mode is provided on a rotating body B ₁ that can rotate at a constant speed clockwise and counterclockwise, and an outer peripheral surface of the rotating body B _1. and a holding unit B _2, and the cover portion B ₃ for holding the stored rotating body B ₁ surrounds the holding section B ₂ gaming balls, the center of the rotary member B ₁ and the cover part B ₃ A shaft portion B ₄ that is a shaft, a bearing portion B ₅ that pivotally supports the shaft portion B ₄ , and an opening portion B ₆ that guides the game ball from the common winning port A to the rotating body B ₁ are configured. Further, a general-purpose start opening 2310 and a special-purpose start opening 2110 are arranged on the left and right of the lower part of the sorting apparatus B. As will be described later, when the rotating body rotates clockwise {FIG. 26 (a) ~ (D)}, the game ball guided to the sorting device B is distributed to the special figure starting port 2110, while the rotating body rotates counterclockwise {FIG. 26 (e) ~ (h) }, The game ball guided to the sorting device B is distributed to the normal start port 2310. Details of the time series diagram of FIG. 26 will be described later.

  Next, as shown in FIG. 1, the special figure starting port 2110 is installed as a starting winning port corresponding to the first game. As a specific configuration, the special figure start opening 2110 is a sensor that detects the entry of a game ball into the special figure start opening 2110, and generates special figure start opening entry information indicating the entry at the time of entry. A ball entry detecting device 2111 is provided.

  Next, the first grand prize opening 2120 is displayed when the special symbol stops in a predetermined manner and when a game ball enters the specific area of the second big prize opening 2220 in the first stage of the second game. It is a winning opening corresponding to the second stage of the first game and the second game, which is in a horizontal rectangular shape and is located above the out port 142, which is in an open state as a “big hit”. In the block diagram of FIG. 3 to be described later, the first big prize opening 2120 is bundled as “first game peripheral device”, but also functions as a peripheral device for the second game as described above. As a specific configuration, the first grand prize opening 2120 includes a ball entry detection device 2121 for detecting the entry of a game ball, an electric accessory 2122, and a first grand prize for opening and closing the electric accessory 2122. A mouth solenoid 2330. Here, the entrance detection device 2121 is a sensor that detects the entrance of a game ball into the first grand prize opening 2120, and generates first grand prize entrance entrance information indicating the entrance at the time of entry. The electric accessory 2122 changes the first big prize opening 2120 to the first big prize opening 2120 in a normal state where game balls cannot be won or difficult to win and in an open state where game balls are easy to win.

  Next, the start opening 2210 is installed as a start winning opening corresponding to the second game. As a specific configuration, the start port 2210 includes a ball entry detection device 2211, an electric combination 2212, and an electric combination solenoid 136 for opening and closing the electric combination 2212. Here, the entrance detection device 2211 is a sensor that detects the entrance of a game ball into the start opening 2210, and generates start entrance entrance information indicating the entrance at the time of entrance. Next, the electric accessory 2212 is changed to a normal state in which a game ball cannot be won or difficult to win and an open state in which the game ball is easy to win.

  Next, the general-purpose start opening 2310 is a sensor that detects a game ball entering the general-purpose start opening 2310, and generates a general-purpose start-entry entrance information indicating the entrance at the time of entering the ball. A device 2311 is provided. In addition, the entrance of the game ball into the normal start port 2310 triggers a lottery for expanding the electric accessory 2212 of the start port 2210.

  Next, the second big prize opening 2220 is a prize opening related to the first stage of the second special game, which is opened based on the game ball entering the start opening 2210. As a specific configuration, the second grand prize opening 2220 guides the game ball to either the specific area 172 or the normal area 174 and the specific area 172 and the normal area 174 provided in the second big prize opening 2220. Guidance device 170, a ball detection device 2221 for detecting a game ball entering the second grand prize opening 2220, and a specific area winning for detecting a game ball entering the specific area 172 A detection device 2222, a normal area winning detection device 2223 for detecting the entry of a game ball into the normal region 174, an electric accessory 2224 called a honey part, and a first for opening and closing the electric accessory 2224 And two major winning opening solenoids 138. Each component installed in the second grand prize opening 2220 described above can be reached only by a game ball won when the electric accessory 2224 is open, and when the electric accessory 2224 is closed. It is configured to be unreachable. Here, the guidance device 170 includes two rotating bodies each having a plurality of long and short rotating blades. These two rotating bodies are always rotating, and when the respective long rotating blades come close to each other, the game balls that have fallen onto them are guided to the specific area 172. When the long rotating blades are not close to each other, the game ball that has fallen onto it enters the normal area 174. Next, the entrance detection device 2221 is a sensor that detects the entrance of a game ball into the second grand prize opening 2220, and generates second grand prize entrance entrance information indicating the entrance at the time of entry. Next, the electric accessory 2224 is variable in the second grand prize opening 2220 between a normal state where a game ball cannot be won or difficult to win (solid line in the figure) and an open state where the game ball is easy to win (a dotted line in the figure). To do.

  Next, the special symbol display device 2130 performs change display and stop display of the special symbol corresponding to the first game. As a specific configuration, the special symbol display device 2130 includes a special figure display unit 2131 and a special figure hold display unit 2132. Here, the special figure hold display unit 2132 is composed of four lamps, and the number of lighting of the lamps corresponds to the number of random numbers held in the first game (the number of fluctuations of special symbols that are not executed). The special symbol display device 2130 is composed of, for example, a 7-segment LED, and the special symbols are displayed with ten numbers “0” to “9” and “−”.

  Note that the special symbol does not necessarily have an effect role, and in the best mode, the size of the special symbol display device 2130 is set to be inconspicuous. However, in the case of adopting a technique that does not display a decorative symbol by giving a special role to the special symbol itself, the special symbol is displayed on a liquid crystal display such as a first effect display device 2140 described later. You may comprise.

  Next, the first effect display device 2140 mainly performs change display and stop display of effect images including decorative symbols that change and stop in conjunction with special symbols. As a specific configuration, the first effect display device 2140 includes a drawing display unit 2141 and a drawing hold display unit 2142. Here, the figure display unit 2141 displays, for example, a plurality of rows of decorative symbol variation moving images simulating a slot machine game in the central area of the screen. The first effect display device 2140 is composed of a liquid crystal display in the best mode, but may be composed of other display means such as a mechanical drum or LED. Next, the drawing hold display unit 2142 is composed of four lamps, and the lamps are linked with a special design hold lamp.

  Next, the normal symbol display device 2320 performs normal symbol variation display and stop display. As a specific configuration, the normal symbol display device 2320 includes a general map display unit 2321 and a general map hold display unit 2322. Here, the universal symbol hold display unit 2322 is composed of four lamps, and the number of lighting of the lamps corresponds to the number of normal symbol fluctuations held (the number of normal symbol fluctuations not executed).

  Next, the second effect display device 2230 has a gaming state relating to the second special game (for example, whether or not the state has shifted to the second stage special game in the first stage, or has not shifted to the second stage special game in the second stage). Or a notification regarding the number of rounds and the number of balls entered in the second stage).

  Finally, the center decoration 192 is installed around the first effect display device 2140, and has functions such as a flow path of the game ball, protection of the first effect display device 2140, and decoration. In addition, the game effect lamp 190 is provided in the game area 120 or an area other than the game area 120, and plays a role of effect by turning on or the like.

  Next, the basic structure on the back side of the pachinko gaming machine will be described with reference to FIG. The pachinko gaming machine controls the overall operation of the pachinko gaming machine, and in particular controls the overall gaming operation such as lottery when entering the special drawing starting port 2110 or the general drawing starting port 2310 (that is, the player's profit and direct Main control device 1000 that performs (related control), a first effect display device 2140 and a second effect display device 2230 on which an effect that enhances the fun of the game is displayed, a first effect display device 2140 and a second effect display device To the first effect display control means 2150 and the second effect display control means 2240 (sub-board) that perform display control related to various effects / information notifications on the 2230, to the prize ball tank 212, the prize ball rail 214, and to each winning opening A prize ball payout mechanism (set base) 210 including a payout unit 216 for paying out game balls supplied from the prize ball tank 212 to the upper ball tray 110 in accordance with the winning of the game, and a payout unit 16, a prize ball payout device 3000 that controls the payout operation of 16, a launch device 232 that fires the game balls (reserved balls) of the upper ball tray 110 to the game area 120 one by one, and a launch that controls the launch operation of the launch device 232 A control board 230, a power supply unit 290 that supplies power to each part of the pachinko gaming machine, a power switch 292 that is a switch for turning on / off the power of the pachinko gaming machine, and the like are provided on the back of the front frame 104 (opposite the game side). It has been. In the best mode, the first effect display control means 2150 and the second effect display control means 2240 are physically provided in one sub-board, but may be configured as separate sub-boards. Good. Furthermore, although the first effect display control means 2150 and the second effect display control means 2240 are configured as separate functions, they may be configured as one means having both functions.

Next, various functions of the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode will be described with reference to the block diagram of FIG. First, the main control device 1000 is a game peripheral device 2000 that is a peripheral device for the first game, the second game, and the auxiliary game, and a prize for performing payout control of a predetermined number of prize balls based on a payout instruction from the main control device 1000. The ball payout device 3000 is connected to the rotating body B ₁ (rotating means) of the sorting device B so as to be able to transmit information. In addition, although not shown, various game effect lamps 190 (for example, side lamps), a speaker 114, and the like are also electrically connected. The main controller 1000 includes hardware such as ROM and RAM for storing data and programs, and elements such as a CPU used for arithmetic processing. In the following description, each means included in the main controller 1000 may be configured to be mounted on a peripheral device (for example, the game peripheral device 2000). For example, in the best mode, the main controller 1000 is provided with a payout control function, but may be configured so as to be provided in the prize ball payout device 3000, for example. Similarly, each means included in the peripheral device (for example, the game peripheral device 2000) may be configured to be mounted on the main controller 1000. Hereinafter, details of each of the above means will be described.

First, the main control device 1000 includes a game control unit 1100 that controls the main control relating to the first game, the second game, and the auxiliary game, an inter-game adjustment unit 1200 that adjusts the first game and the second game, and game peripherals. Various game information on the device 2000 side {for example, stop symbol information, stop symbol attribute information (hit A, win B, win C, lose), information on change mode (eg, change time), special game start signal / state Information transmission means 1300 for transmitting information / end signal, hold information, etc., and a prize for controlling the prize ball payout device 3000 so as to pay out a predetermined prize ball based on the winning of a game ball to various prize openings. A ball payout determining unit 1400 and a rotating body drive control unit 1500 that controls the rotation driving of the rotating body B ₁ of the sorting apparatus B are provided. Here, the rotator drive control means 1500 rotates so as not to win the other starting port when a special game occurs (or the special game is determined internally) due to winning at one starting port. Has the function of stopping the body.

  Next, the game control unit 1100 determines whether or not each random number can be acquired by determining whether or not each of the winning entrances (starting ports or the like) has entered a ball and determining whether or not each random number can be acquired. The lottery means 1120 for acquiring, the hold control means 1130 for temporarily storing the ball entering each start port during the variable display as the hold ball within the upper limit number, and the stop symbol of each symbol based on each random number In addition, the symbol content determining means 1140 for determining the variation mode (variation time, etc.), the display control means 1150 for controlling the variation and stop of each symbol, and the opening / closing of the electric accessory 2212 of the start port 2210 Electric Chu open / close control means 1160 for performing various processes directly related to the determination, special game control means 1170 for controlling each special game that is more advantageous to the player than the normal game, and the current game Determination of which gaming state to shift the state (the gaming state of the first game), specific game control means 1180 for performing processing to shift the gaming state based on the determination, and the current gaming state {eg, special Game state, state related to opening / closing of electric Chu (easy open state, non-easy open state), stop symbol and variation mode information related to special symbol, stop symbol and variation mode information related to normal symbol, on / off status of various flags, special And a game state temporary storage means 1190 for temporarily storing a game state (for example, information on the number of rounds and winning prizes) during a game.

  Here, the ball entering determination means 1110 is a special figure starting port entrance determining means 1111 for determining whether or not a game ball has entered the special figure starting port 2110, and a game ball has flowed into the general figure starting port 2310. The normal start starting ball entrance judging means 1112 for judging whether or not, and the start judging whether or not the game ball entering signal which becomes a trigger for the transition to the first stage of the second special game is received from the starting port 2210. It is determined whether or not the entrance ball determination means 1113 and the game ball entrance signal that triggers the transition to the second stage of the second special game are received from the specific area winning detection device 2222 of the second grand prize opening 2220. Specific area passage determination means 1114.

  Next, the lottery means 1120 determines whether or not to acquire the first random number (game content determination random number) based on the game ball entering the special figure starting port 2110, and according to the determination result, the random number ( For example, the special drawing lottery 1121 for obtaining a winning random number, a variation mode determining random number, a special symbol determining random number, etc.) and the second random number (ordinary symbol winning random number) can be acquired, and the random number is determined based on the determination result. And a general drawing lottery means 1122 for acquiring

  Here, the “random number” in the claims and the present specification including the above is “0” to “65535” (winning random number) or “0” to “255” (depending on the type of random number). It is a value randomly selected from a predetermined range such as (variation mode determination random number). The random number may not be a mathematically generated random number, but may be a pseudo-random number generated by a hardware random number, a software random number, or the like. For example, the expression method of each value in the random number is a method in which the value is expressed in order along the random number sequence (plus one method), the next value when the final value of the random number sequence is expressed (initial value) ) With a contingent value (initial value update method), a combination of these, and the like.

  Next, the hold control unit 1130 determines whether or not to temporarily store the game content determination random number acquired in a situation where the special symbol variation permission has not been granted, and based on the determination result, the random symbol variation permission is granted. Whether to temporarily store the special symbol holding means 1131 for holding in the special symbol holding information temporary storage means 1131a and the normal symbol winning random number acquired in a situation where the normal symbol variation permission is not down, Based on the determination result, there is a general figure holding means 1132 for holding the random number in the general figure holding information temporary storage means 1132a until the symbol variation permission is granted. Here, the special figure holding means 1131 and the universal figure holding means 1132 can store up to four special figure holding information temporary storage means 1131a and a universal drawing temporary storage means 1131a for temporarily storing the random numbers combined with the holding order. Each has a figure hold information temporary storage means 1132a.

  Next, the symbol content determination means 1140, based on the acquired game content determination random number, the special symbol content determination means 1141 for determining the stop symbol and variation mode (variation time, etc.) of the special symbol, and the acquired normal symbol winning random number On the basis of this, there is a general symbol content determination means 1142 for determining a stop symbol of a normal symbol. Here, the special figure content determination means 1141 has a special figure content determination lottery table 1141a that is referred to when determining the stop symbol and the variation mode related to the special symbol, and the special figure content determination lottery table. 1141a includes various lottery tables that differ depending on the gaming state (normal game → special drawing normal gaming state lottery table 1141a-1, time shortening game → special time shortening gaming state lottery table 1141a-2). In addition, the variation mode of the special symbol by the special figure time shortening gaming state lottery table 1141a-2 is selected as the variation mode of the relatively short variation time compared with that of the special figure normal gaming state lottery table 1141a-1. It is configured to be. Further, although not shown, each lottery table (the special drawing normal gaming state lottery table 1141a-1 and the special drawing time shortening gaming state lottery table 1141a-2) of the special figure content determination lottery table 1141a described above varies. When each of them has a plurality of lottery tables and a predetermined condition is satisfied (for example, a predetermined number or more of holding balls), a lottery table in which a short variation mode is easily selected is selected. When the condition is not satisfied (for example, the number of reserved balls is less than a predetermined number), a lottery table in which a long variation mode is easily selected is selected. Further, the general content determination means 1142 has a general content determination lottery table 1142a that is referred to when determining the stop symbol of the normal symbol, and the general content determination lottery table 1142a is the first one. Various winning tables that differ depending on the gaming state of the game are provided (normal game → usual drawing normal lottery table 1142a-1, time shortening game → usual drawing time shortening lottery table 1142a-2). It is to be noted that the normal time and the time are set such that the winning probability at the normal game is set to a low probability (for example, 1 / 5,000) and the winning probability at the time shortening game is set to a high probability (for example, 1 / 1.003). It may be configured such that the difference from the shortened game is increased to clarify the difference, and that the time does not substantially shift to the second special game unless it is a time-reduced game.

  Next, the display control unit 1150 includes a special symbol display control unit 1151 that performs control to stop and display the special symbol on the special symbol display unit 2131 of the special symbol display device 2130 for a predetermined time, and a normal symbol display device 2320. There is a general symbol display control means 1152 for performing a display process related to the change and stop of the normal symbol on the normal symbol display unit 2321. Here, the special figure display control means 1151 further includes special figure fluctuation time management means 1151a for managing the fluctuation time according to the fluctuation mode determined by the special figure content determination means 1141. The special figure fluctuation time management means 1151a further includes a special figure fluctuation management timer 1151a-1 (decrement counter) that can be cleared to zero. Further, the general symbol display control means 1152 has a general symbol fluctuation time management means 1152a for managing the fluctuation time of the normal symbol on the universal symbol display unit 2321 of the normal symbol display device 2320. Further, the common figure fluctuation time management means 1152a includes a common figure fluctuation management timer 1152a-1 capable of measuring time.

  Next, the electric chew opening / closing control means 1160 includes a condition determination means 1161 for determining whether or not a condition for performing a process for opening and closing the electric accessory 2212 of the start opening 2210 is satisfied, and the start opening 2210 And an open timer 1162 for measuring the driving time of the electric accessory 2212.

  Next, the special game control means 1170 determines whether or not the stopped special symbol is in a specific mode, wins a win (a win flag is generated), and is in a specific mode. In this case, the first special game control means 1171 for executing the first special game for opening the first grand prize winning opening 2120 under predetermined conditions, and various controls related to the execution of the second special game. 2 special game control means 1172.

  Here, when the first special game control means 1171 satisfies the first condition determination means 1171a for determining whether or not the condition for shifting to the first special game is satisfied, First special game execution means 1171b for executing the first special game and first special game time management means 1171c for performing time management of various processes relating to the first special game are provided. The first special game time management means 1171c further includes a first special game timer 1171c-1 capable of measuring time.

  Next, when the second special game control means 1172 satisfies the condition, the second condition determination means 1172a for determining whether or not the condition for shifting to the second special game is satisfied. The second special game execution means 1172b for executing the second special game and the second special game time management means 1172c for performing time management of various processes relating to the second special game are provided. Here, the second condition determining means 1172a is a first stage special game condition determining means 1172a-1 that determines whether or not the conditions for shifting to the first stage special game are satisfied, and the first special game condition 1172a-1. Second stage special game condition determining means 1172a-2 for determining whether or not the second stage transition condition is satisfied at the stage. The second special game execution means 1172b includes a first stage special game execution means 1172b-1 for driving the electric accessory 2224 of the second grand prize opening 2220 to execute the first stage special game, And a second stage special game execution means 1172b-2 for driving the electric accessory 2122 of the big prize opening 2120 to execute the second stage special game. In addition, the second special game time management means 1172c is a game ball entry valid time to the specific area (specific area winning detection device 2222) of the second big prize opening 2220, which is the second stage transition condition of the second special game. A specific area effective timer 1172c-1 for measuring (predetermined time from detection of game ball entry by the ball entry detection device 2211) and opening / closing of the second big prize opening 2220 during the first stage special game of the second special game A first stage opening / closing timer 1172c-2 for measuring time and a second stage opening / closing timer 1172c-3 for measuring unit game time in the second stage special game are provided.

  Next, the specific game control means 1180 has specific game end condition determination means 1181 for determining whether or not the end condition of the specific game state is satisfied. Here, the specific game end condition determining means 1181 further includes a time reduction counter 1181a capable of counting the time reduction. Here, in this best mode, as will be described later, the number of time reductions is determined by the type of winning symbol. Further, as described above, during the time reduction, the variation time of the special symbol is relatively shortened (time reduction function) as compared with the non-time reduction. Furthermore, the fluctuation time of the normal symbol is also relatively shortened, and the open extension time of the electric accessory 2212 at the start port 2210 is relatively extended (open time extension function). The above-mentioned specific game end condition determining means 1181 has a function of determining whether or not the number of ends has been reached in a probability variation game with a limited number of times, for example (has a number variation probability varying game function with a number of times limit). (In the case of a pachinko machine), it may have a function of performing a lottery transition from a specific game (for example, a probability variable game or a time-reduced game) to a normal game with a predetermined probability every time a symbol changes (has a falling lottery function) For pachinko machines).

  Next, the game state temporary storage means 1190 stores the current game state relating to the first game {for example, special game state, stop symbol and variation mode information related to the special symbol, on / off status of various flags, game state during special game ( First game state temporary storage means 1191 for temporarily storing, for example, the number of rounds and winning numbers), and the current game state relating to the second game {eg, special game state, on / off status of various flags, special game in progress Second game state temporary storage means 1192 for temporarily storing the game state (for example, the number of rounds and winning information), and the current game state relating to the auxiliary game {eg, on / off status of various flags, normal symbols Auxiliary game state temporary storage means 1193 for temporarily storing stop symbols and variation mode information} and the like. Here, the first game state temporary storage unit 1191 includes a first flag temporary storage unit 1191a for temporarily storing ON / OFF information of various flags in various game states relating to the first game, and a special symbol (change start) that is currently changing. Special figure information temporary storage means 1191b for temporarily storing stop symbols and variation mode information relating to the special symbols for which the condition is established, and information during the first special game (number of rounds, number of winning game balls in any round) Etc.) for temporarily storing the first special game related information temporary storage means 1191c. The second game state temporary storage means 1192 includes second flag temporary storage means 1192a for storing ON / OFF statuses of various flags (a flag relating to the first stage special game, a flag relating to the second stage special game, etc.); 2 special game-related information temporary storage means 1192b for temporarily storing information related to the special game (the number of game balls won in the first big prize opening 2120 in the unit game). The auxiliary game state temporary storage means 1193 includes auxiliary game related flag temporary storage means 1193a for temporarily storing on / off information of various flags (flags related to auxiliary games), and normal symbols that are currently changing (change start conditions are established). Normal symbol information temporary storage means 1193b for temporarily storing the stop symbol and the variation mode information.

  Next, the inter-game adjustment means 1200 refers to various temporary storage means (special figure hold information temporary storage means 1131a, general figure hold information temporary storage means 1132a, game state temporary storage means 1190), and thereby the current game state. The game state confirmation means 1210 for sequentially confirming and the operation avoidance control means 1220 for avoiding the transition to the other special game during the execution of one special game. Here, the operation avoidance control means 1220 includes a first operation avoidance control means 1221 for avoiding the transition of the first game to the special game when the second game is shifted to the special game, and the first game is special. The second operation avoidance control means 1222 is provided for avoiding the transition of the second game to the special game when the game is shifted to the game. Hereinafter, each means will be described in detail. First, the first operation avoidance control unit 1221 executes the operation avoidance process when the operation avoidance condition is satisfied, and the first operation avoidance determination unit 1221a for determining whether or not the second game has shifted to the special game. And a first operation avoidance executing unit 1221b. Here, the first action avoidance executing means 1221b is a special figure fluctuation prohibiting means 1221b-1 for prohibiting the fluctuation of the special symbol related to the first game when the second game is shifted to the special game, and the second game. When the game is shifted to the special game, the special game change timer temporary stop means 1221b-2 for temporarily stopping the change of the special symbol related to the first game is provided during the special game. The second operation avoidance control means 1222 is a second operation avoidance determination means 1222a for determining whether or not the first game has shifted to the special game, and the operation of the second game when the operation avoidance condition is satisfied. Second operation avoidance execution means 1222b for executing avoidance processing is further included.

  Next, the gaming peripheral device 2000 will be described. First, the gaming peripheral device 2000 is a first gaming peripheral device 2100 that is a peripheral device on the first game side, a second gaming peripheral device 2200 that is a peripheral device on the second game side, and a peripheral device on the auxiliary gaming side. An auxiliary game peripheral device 2300. Hereinafter, these means will be described in order.

  First, the first gaming peripheral device 2100 is in a closed state during the normal game and the special figure starting port 2110 that triggers the transition to the first special game, and opens under predetermined conditions during the first special game. Including the first big winning opening 2120 to be in a state, the special symbol display device 2130 capable of displaying and changing the special symbol, and the display of the stop and variable indication of the decorative symbol and the progress of the game during the special game 1st display device 2140 which mainly performs display concerning the 1st production, and 1st production display control means 2150 which manages all display control concerning the 1st production. The first effect relates to display of only information that does not affect the game result, including the variation of the decorative symbol in a form synchronized with the variation of the special symbol.

  Here, the first effect display control means 2150 is based on the display information receiving means 2151 for receiving various information from the main control device 1000 side and mainly the information from the main control device 1000 side. And display control means 2152 for effect display control on the display device 2140. First, the display information receiving means 2151 has main-side information temporary storage means 2151a for temporarily storing game information related to the first game from the main controller 1000 side (for example, information related to the special game of the first game). ing. The symbol information temporarily stored in the main-side information temporary storage unit 2151a is appropriately referred to as necessary by various units described later in each process described below. Next, the display control means 2152 includes a decorative design display control means 2152a for controlling the decorative symbol change display and stop display on the design display unit 2141 of the first effect display device 2140, and the first effect display device 2140. Hold information display control means 2152b for controlling all of the hold information display processing on the drawing hold display unit 2142. Here, the decorative symbol display control means 2152a is a device for determining the stop symbol and the variation mode of the decorative symbol based on the symbol information from the main controller 1000 side temporarily stored in the main side information temporary storage unit 2151a. It further has a figure display content determination means 2152a-1 and a drawing change mode storage means 2152a-2 for storing data related to the decoration symbol and the change mode of the decoration pattern. Here, the drawing display content determination means 2152a-1 further includes a drawing variation content determination table 2152a-1-1 for reference when determining the variation mode of the decorative symbol. Further, the hold information display control means 2152b further includes a drawing hold information temporary storage means 2152b-1 for temporarily storing the current number of held balls. In addition, the first effect display control means 2150 further controls all control related to effects other than image display, such as effect processing such as lighting and extinguishing of the game effect lamp 190 and sound output from the speaker 114. To do. In the best mode, the first effect display control means 2150 is configured to integrally control the display, the game lamp, and the sound, but is separated as a functionally separate peripheral device. It may be configured. In this case, the peripheral devices may be connected by a board-to-board connector.

  Next, the second game peripheral device 2200 is in the closed state during the normal game and the start port 2210 that triggers the transition to the first stage of the second special game, and the first stage of the second special game. In this case, the second effect display device 2230 that mainly performs display related to the second effect, including the second grand prize opening 2220 that is opened under predetermined conditions and a display indicating the progress of the game during the second special game. And second effect display control means 2240 for controlling all display control related to the second effect and the like. Note that the first grand prize opening 2120 of the “first game peripheral device 2100” functions as the “second game peripheral device 2200” in the second stage of the second special game.

  Here, the second effect display control means 2240 is based on the display information receiving means 2241 for receiving various information from the main control device 1000 side and mainly the information from the main control device 1000 side. Display control means 2242 for performing display control on the display device 2230. Here, the display information receiving unit 2241 has a main-side information temporary storage unit 2241a for temporarily storing various types of information from the main control device 1000. And the said memory | storage information is utilized in the case of the alerting | reporting process of a game progress condition especially in a 2nd special game. In addition, the second effect display control means 2240 further controls all control related to effects other than image display, such as effect processing such as lighting and extinguishing of the game effect lamp 190 and sound output from the speaker 114. To do. In the best mode, the second effect display control means 2240 is configured to integrally control the display, the game lamp, and the sound, but is separated as a functionally separate peripheral device. It may be configured. In this case, the peripheral devices may be connected by a board-to-board connector. In the best mode, the first effect display control means 2150 and the second effect display control means 2240 are functionally separated. However, they may be configured integrally.

  Next, the auxiliary gaming peripheral device 2300 has a general-purpose start opening 2310 that triggers the opening of the electric accessory 2212 of the start opening 2210, and a normal symbol display device 2320 that can display and stop displaying normal symbols. ing.

  The special symbol display device 2130 and the normal symbol display device 2320 are connected to the main control device 1000 so as to be able to transmit information, and the first effect display device 2140 is the first effect display control means 2150 and the second effect display device 2230. Is connected to the second effect display control means 2240 so that information can be transmitted. That is, the special symbol display device 2130 and the normal symbol display device 2320 are controlled by the main control device 1000, the first effect display device 2140 is controlled by the first effect display control means 2150, and the second effect display device 2230 is the second effect display device. It means that it is controlled by the display control means 2240. Note that another peripheral device may be controlled via the main controller 1000 and another peripheral device controlled by one-way communication. Since the detailed configuration of the peripheral device has been described above, a description thereof will be omitted.

  Next, the flow of processing according to the best mode (type A) will be described. First, FIG. 5 is a main flowchart showing a flow of general processing performed by the main controller 1000. As shown in FIG. 5, first, at step 1000, the main controller 1000 determines the first special game transition related to the transition determination to the first special game, which is executed at the time of the normal game or the specific game in the first game. Execute the process. Next, at step 2000, main controller 1000 executes a first special game execution process related to the first special game. In step 3000, the main controller 1000 executes a second special game transition determination process related to the transition determination to the second special game, which is performed at the time of the normal game or the specific game in the second game. Next, at step 4000, main controller 1000 executes a second special game execution process related to the second special game. In step 5000, main controller 1000 executes a prize ball payout process. In this step, the main controller 1000 (especially the prize ball payout determination means 1400) drives the prize ball payout device 3000 based on the winning opening where the game ball has won, and performs a predetermined prize ball payout process. Return to step 1000 again.

  Next, FIG. 6 is a flowchart of the first special game transition determination process according to the subroutine of step 1000 in FIG. First, in step 1300, main controller 1000 executes a first random number (game content determination random number related to the first game) acquisition process related to a process based on the entry of a game ball into special figure starting port 2110. Next, in step 1400, main controller 1000 performs special symbol display processing (+ specific game end determination processing) related to special symbol variation display / stop display processing on special symbol display unit 2131 of special symbol display device 2130. ). In step 1500, the main controller 1000 executes a first special game operation condition determination process (+ game state determination process after the end of the special game) related to the process when the game content determination random number is the winning value. Then, the process proceeds to step 2000.

  Next, FIG. 7 is a flowchart according to the first special game content determination random number acquisition process according to the subroutine of step 1300 in FIG. First, in step 1302, the special figure starting port entrance determining means 1111 determines whether or not special figure starting port entrance information has been received from the entrance detecting device 2111 of the special figure starting port 2110. In the case of Yes in step 1302, in step 1304, the special figure lottery means 1121 refers to the special figure reservation information temporary storage means 1131a, and determines whether or not the number of reserved balls is the upper limit (for example, four). In the case of Yes in step 1304, in step 1306, the special figure lottery means 1121 acquires game content decision random numbers (winning random numbers, variation mode decision random numbers, special symbol decision random numbers, etc.), and the special figure holding means 1131 The random number is set in the special figure hold information temporary storage means 1131a together with information indicating whether the eye is on hold. Next, in step 1308, the information transmission means 1300 refers to the special figure hold information temporary storage means 1131a, acquires information on what number of hold the random number is stored, and stores the information in the first It transmits to the effect display control means 2150 side, and shifts to the next process {special symbol display process (+ specific game end determination process) in step 1400}. In the case of No in step 1302 and step 1304, the process proceeds to the next process {special symbol display process (+ specific game end determination process) in step 1400}.

  Next, FIG. 8 is a flowchart of the special symbol display process according to the subroutine of step 1400 (particularly, step 1400A related to type A) in FIG. Here, the process is characterized in that the transition to the first special game during the execution of the second special game is prevented by temporarily stopping the timer related to the special symbol fluctuation during the execution of the second special game. . That is, during the execution of the second special game, the special symbol continues to fluctuate (sway fluctuation).

  Therefore, this flowchart will be described in order. First, in step 1402A, the special figure content determination unit 1141 determines whether or not a variation start condition is satisfied. Here, the change start conditions are only that the first special game and the second special game are not being executed, and that the special symbol is not changing. That is, when the special symbol starts to change, the fact that the normal symbol is changing does not constitute a change start restriction condition.

  In the case of Yes in step 1402A, in step 1403A, the special figure content determination unit 1141 refers to the first flag temporary storage unit 1191a and determines whether or not the time reduction flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1403A, in step 1405A, the special figure content determination means 1141 sets the special figure time reduction gaming state lottery table 1141a-2 as a reference table, and proceeds to step 1414A. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1403A, in step 1407A, the special figure content determination means 1141 sets the special figure normal gaming state lottery table 1141a-1 as a reference table, and proceeds to step 1414A.

  Next, in step 1414A, the special figure content determination unit 1141 reads the game content determination random number related to the current symbol variation, which is temporarily stored in the special figure holding information temporary storage unit 1131a. In step 1416A, the special figure content determining means 1141 refers to each lottery table that has been set, and determines a stop symbol for the special symbol based on the game content determination random number (for example, the winning random number and the special symbol determination random number). Based on the game content determination random number (for example, the winning random number and the variation mode determination random number), the variation mode of the special symbol is determined, and these are temporarily stored in the special diagram information temporary storage unit 1191b.

  Here, in the case of winning and the case of losing, the stop symbol itself determined based on the special symbol random number is different. For example, when the special symbol determination random number that can be taken is 0 to 255, in the case of a loss, “−” is determined when any special symbol determination random number is acquired. On the other hand, in the case of winning, for example, when a special symbol determining random number of 0 to 24 is acquired, the symbol (“3” or “7”) related to winning A is determined, and a special symbol determining random number of 25 to 36 is determined. Is obtained, the symbol ("5") related to the hit B is determined, and when the special symbol determining random numbers 37 to 255 are acquired, the symbols related to the hit C ("0", "2", "4" "...) is determined.

  In step 1417A, the game control means 1100 determines whether or not the lottery result is a hit. In the case of Yes in step 1417A, in step 1418A, the game control unit 1100 turns on the winning flag in the first flag temporary storage unit 1191a. On the other hand, if step 1417A is No, step 1418A is skipped. Next, in step 1419A, the information transmission means 1300 performs first effect display control on the symbol information (stop symbol information, stop symbol attribute information, variation mode information, etc.) related to the special symbol determined in step 1416A and the current gaming state. It transmits to the means 2150 side. Next, in step 1420A, the special figure fluctuation time management means 1151a sets a predetermined time (fluctuation time related to the fluctuation mode determined in step 1416A) in the special figure fluctuation management timer 1151a-1. Then, in step 1422A, the special symbol display control means 1151 starts the special symbol variation display on the special symbol display unit 2131 of the special symbol display device 2130 in accordance with the variation mode stored in the special symbol information temporary storage unit 1191b. To do. Next, in step 1446A, the special figure display control means 1151 turns on the changing flag in the first flag temporary storage means 1191a. In step 1424A, the game state confirmation unit 1210 refers to the second flag temporary storage unit 1192a, so that the current second special game related flag (for example, the second special game transition permission flag, the second special game execution flag, etc.) is obtained. ) Is off, that is, whether or not the second special game is currently being executed.

  In the case of Yes in step 1424A, in step 1426A, the gaming state confirmation unit 1210 further refers to the special symbol variation management timer 1151a-1 to confirm whether or not the special symbol variation timer is currently stopped. . In the case of Yes in step 1426A, in FIG. 1428A, the special figure fluctuation timer temporary stop means 1221b-2 turns on the special figure fluctuation management timer 1151a-1 which has been paused. In step 1429A, the information transmission unit 1300 transmits a symbol variation restart signal to the first effect display control unit 2150 side, and the process proceeds to step 1434A.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1424A, in step 1430A, the gaming state confirmation unit 1210 further refers to the special symbol variation management timer 1151a-1 to determine whether or not the special symbol variation timer is currently operating. Check. In the case of Yes in step 1430A, in step 1432A, the special figure fluctuation timer temporary stop unit 1221b-2 puts the operating special figure fluctuation management timer 1151a-1 in a temporary stop state. Then, in step 1433A, the information transmission unit 1300 transmits a symbol change temporary stop signal to the first effect display control unit 2150 side, and proceeds to step 1434A. Note that the process also proceeds to step 1434A even in the case of No in step 1426A and step 1430A.

  Next, in step 1434A, the special figure fluctuation time management means 1151a determines whether or not the predetermined time has been reached. Here, in the case of No in step 1434A, the process proceeds to the next process (first special game operation condition determination process in step 1500). On the other hand, in the case of Yes in step 1434A, in step 1436A, the information transmission unit 1300 transmits a command indicating that the predetermined time has been reached to the first effect display control unit 2150 side. Next, in step 1438A, the special figure display control unit 1151 stops the special symbol variable display on the special figure display unit 2131 of the special symbol display device 2130 and is stored in the special figure information temporary storage unit 1191b. Display control is performed with the stop symbol as a fixed stop symbol. Next, in step 1440A, the special figure display control means 1151 turns off the changing flag in the first flag temporary storage means 1191a. In step 1442A, the special figure fluctuation time management unit 1151a resets the special figure fluctuation management timer 1151a-1. Next, in step 1450A, main controller 1000 executes a specific game end determination process, and proceeds to the next process (first special game operation condition determination process in step 1500).

  In the case of No in step 1402A, in step 1444A, the special figure display control means 1151 refers to the first flag temporary storage means 1191a and determines whether or not the changing flag is on. If Yes in step 1444A, the process proceeds to step 1424A. If No, the process proceeds to the next process (first special game operation condition determination process in step 1500).

  Next, FIG. 9 is a flowchart of the specific game end determination process according to the subroutine of step 1450 in FIG. First, in step 1452, the specific game control means 1180 refers to the time / count counter 1181a to determine whether or not the time / count counter value is greater than zero. In the case of Yes in step 1452, in step 1454, the specific game control means 1180 subtracts 1 from the time-count counter value of the time-count counter 1181a. Next, in step 1456, the specific game control means 1180 refers to the time reduction counter 1181a to determine whether or not the time reduction counter value is zero. In the case of Yes in step 1456, in step 1458, the specific game control means 1180 refers to the first flag temporary storage means 1191a, and whether or not the lottery result is not winning, that is, whether or not the winning flag is off. Determine. Here, the reason for confirming the lottery result in this step is to ensure that the number of times is reduced when winning C is won in the last rotation of the time-saving game (FIG. 11 described later). Step 1574 and Step 1578) in FIG. In the case of Yes in step 1458, in step 1460, the specific game control means 1180 turns off the time reduction flag in the first flag temporary storage means 1191a and performs the next process {first special game operation condition determination in step 1500. Process (+ Game state determination process after the end of the first special game)}. Even in the case of No in step 1452, step 1456, and step 1458, the process proceeds to the next process {first special game operation condition determination process in step 1500 (+ game state determination process after the end of the first special game)}. .

  Next, FIG. 10 is a flowchart of the first special game operation condition determination process (+ game state determination process after the first special game is completed) according to the subroutine of step 1500 in FIG. First, in step 1502, the first condition determination unit 1171a refers to the first flag temporary storage unit 1191a and determines whether or not the hit flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1502, in step 1504, the first condition determination unit 1171a determines whether or not the special symbol displayed on the special symbol display unit 2131 of the special symbol display device 2130 has stopped in a predetermined manner. In the case of Yes in step 1504, in step 1506 and step 1508, the first condition determination unit 1171a turns on the first special game transition permission flag in the first flag temporary storage unit 1191a and turns off the winning flag. In step 1550, main controller 1000 executes state determination processing relating to the first game after the end of the first special game, and proceeds to the next processing (first special game execution processing in step 2000). It should be noted that, also in the case of No in step 1502 and step 1504, the process proceeds to the next process (first special game execution process in step 2000).

  Next, FIG. 11 is a flowchart of the state determination process regarding the first game after the end of the first special game according to the subroutine of step 1550 in FIG. First, in step 1556, the specific game control means 1180 resets the time reduction counter 1181a (time reduction counter value = 0). In step 1558, the specific game control unit 1180 determines whether or not the attribute of the special symbol stopped on the special symbol display unit 2131 is “A”. In the case of Yes in step 1558, in step 1560, the specific game control unit 1180 refers to the first flag temporary storage unit 1191a and determines whether or not the time reduction flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1560, in step 1564, the specific game control means 1180 sets a predetermined value (for example, 5) as the time / count counter value in the time / count counter 1181a and performs the next process (execution of the first special game in step 2000). Process). On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1560, in step 1562, the specific game control unit 1180 turns on the time reduction flag in the first flag temporary storage unit 1191a, and proceeds to step 1564.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1558, in step 1566, the specific game control means 1180 determines whether or not the attribute of the special symbol stopped on the special figure display unit 2131 is B. In the case of Yes in step 1566, in step 1568, the specific game control unit 1180 refers to the first flag temporary storage unit 1191a and determines whether or not the time reduction flag is on. In the case of Yes in Step 1568, in Step 1572, the specific game control means 1180 sets a predetermined value (for example, 33) as the time / count counter value in the time / count counter 1181a and performs the next process (execution of the first special game in Step 2000). Process). On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1568, in step 1570, the specific game control unit 1180 turns on the time reduction flag in the first flag temporary storage unit 1191a, and proceeds to step 1572.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1566, that is, if the attribute of the stopped special symbol is hit C, in step 1574, the specific game control means 1180 refers to the first flag temporary storage means 1191a to refer to the time reduction flag. It is determined whether or not is on. In the case of Yes in step 1574, in step 1578, the specific game control means 1180 sets a predetermined value (for example, 33) as the time / count counter value in the time / count counter 1181a and performs the next process (execution of the first special game in step 2000). Process). In the case of No in step 1574, the process proceeds to the next process (first special game execution process in step 2000) while the time-count counter value is 0.

  Next, FIG. 12 is a flowchart of the first special game execution process according to the subroutine of step 2000 in FIG. First, in step 2002, the first special game executing means 1171b refers to the first flag temporary storage means 1191a and determines whether or not the first special game transition permission flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 2002, in step 2004, the information transmission means 1300 transmits a first special game start signal to the first effect display control means 2150 side. Next, in step 2006 and step 2008, the first special game execution means 1171b turns off the first special game transition permission flag in the first flag temporary storage means 1191a and turns on the first special game execution flag, The process proceeds to step 2012. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2002, in step 2010, the first special game execution means 1171b determines whether or not the first special game execution flag is on. If YES in step 2010, the process proceeds to step 2012. In the case of No in step 2010, the first special game execution unit 1171b determines that the permission for the first special game has not been granted and proceeds to the next process (second special game transition determination process in step 3000). Transition.

  Next, in step 2012, the first special game executing means 1171b refers to the first flag temporary storage means 1191a and determines whether or not the round continuation flag is on, in other words, whether or not the round is in the middle. Determine whether. If Yes in step 2012, that is, if the round is in the middle, the process proceeds to step 2023 without performing the processes in steps 2014 to 2022 described in detail below. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2012, that is, immediately before the start of the round, first in step 2014, the first special game executing means 1171b clears the first special game timer 1171c-1 to zero and has a predetermined value. (For example, a special game based on hit A is 30 seconds, and a special game based on hit B and hit C is 0.5 seconds). Next, in Step 2016, the first special game executing means 1171b clears the winning ball counter in the first special game related information temporary storage means 1191c to zero. In step 2018, the first special game executing means 1171b adds 1 to the round number counter in the first special game related information temporary storage means 1191c. The number of rounds stored in the first special game related information temporary storage unit 1191c is 0 immediately after the start of the first special game (initial value), and is incremented by 1 each time the rounds are repeated. Next, in step 2020, the first special game executing means 1171b turns on the round continuation flag in the first flag temporary storage means 1191a. In step 2022, the first special game executing means 1171b drives the electric accessory 2122 of the first big prize opening 2120 to open the first big prize opening 2120, and proceeds to step 2023.

  Next, in step 2023, the information transmission means 1300 transmits the current game state information (for example, the current number of rounds, the number of winning game balls, etc.) to the first effect display control means 2150 side. In step 2024, the first special game execution unit 1171b refers to the first special game related information temporary storage unit 1191c, and determines whether or not a predetermined ball (for example, 10 balls) has been won in the round. If Yes in step 2024, the process proceeds to step 2028. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2024, in step 2026, the first special game execution unit 1171b refers to the first special game timer 1171c-1 and determines whether or not a predetermined time has elapsed. Also in the case of Yes in Step 2026, the process proceeds to Step 2028, and in the case of No, the process proceeds to the next process (second special game transition determination process in Step 3000).

  Next, in step 2028, the first special game executing means 1171b stops driving the electric accessory 2122 of the first big prize opening 2120 and closes the first big prize opening 2120. In step 2030, the first special game executing means 1171b resets the first special game timer 1171c-1. Next, in Step 2032, the first special game executing means 1171 b turns off the round continuation flag in the first flag temporary storage means 1191 a. Next, in Step 2034, the first special game executing means 1171b refers to the first special game related information temporary storage means 1191c to determine whether or not the round is the final round (for example, a special based on the hit A) 15 rounds for games, 2 rounds for special games based on win B and win C). In the case of Yes in Step 2034, in Step 2036, the first special game execution means 1171b turns off the first special game execution flag in the first flag temporary storage means 1191a. In step 2038, the information transmission unit 1300 transmits a first special game end signal to the first effect display control unit 2150 side, and the process proceeds to the next process (second special game transition determination process in step 3000). Even in the case of No in step 2034, the process proceeds to the next process (second special game transition determination process in step 3000).

  Next, FIG. 13 is a flowchart of the second special game transition determination process according to the subroutine of step 3000 in FIG. For convenience of explanation, the process includes not only a process related to the direct second game but also a process related to an indirect auxiliary game that induces the second special game. Therefore, the processing will be described. First, in step 3100, main controller 1000 executes a normal symbol winning random number acquisition process related to a process based on the entry of a game ball into multi-game start opening 2310. Next, in step 3200, main controller 1000 executes a normal symbol display process related to the normal symbol variation display / stop display on the normal symbol display unit 2321 of the normal symbol display device 2320. In step 3300, main controller 1000 executes an electric-chu drive determination process related to the process when the normal symbol winning random number is the winning value. Next, at step 3400, main controller 1000 executes a second special game operation condition determination process related to a determination process of whether or not to shift to the second special game.

  Next, FIG. 14 is a flowchart of the normal symbol winning random number acquisition process related to the auxiliary game according to the subroutine of step 3100 in FIG. First, in step 3102, the general-purpose start entrance ball determining means 1112 determines whether or not a game ball has entered (inflow, passed) the general-purpose start entrance 2310. In the case of Yes in step 3102, in step 3104, the ordinary drawing lottery means 1122 refers to the ordinary figure holding information temporary storage means 1132 a, and determines whether or not the holding balls are not the upper limit (for example, four pieces). In the case of Yes in step 3104, in step 3106, the normal symbol lottery means 1122 acquires the normal symbol winning random number. Next, in step 3108, the general figure holding means 1132 adds 1 to the holding ball in such a manner that the random number is set in the normal figure holding information temporary storage means 1132a together with the information indicating what number is held. The process proceeds to the normal symbol display process in step 3200. In addition, also when it is No in step 3102 and step 3104, it transfers to the following process (normal symbol display process of step 3200).

  Next, FIG. 15 is a flowchart of normal symbol display processing according to the subroutine of step 3200 in FIG. First, in step 3203, the electric chew opening / closing control means 1160 refers to the auxiliary game related flag temporary storage means 1193a and determines whether or not the electric chew release flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 3203, in step 3204, the normal game display control means 1152 refers to the auxiliary game related flag temporary storage means 1193a to determine whether or not the normal symbol changing flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 3204, in step 3206, the general figure content determining means 1142 accesses the general figure holding information temporary storage means 1132a and determines whether or not there is a holding ball related to the normal symbol. In the case of Yes in step 3206, in step 3208, the content determination unit 1142 refers to the first flag temporary storage unit 1191a and the second flag temporary storage unit 1192a and is currently in the special game (special game transition permission flag ON or It is determined whether or not the special game execution flag is ON. In the case of Yes in step 3208, in step 3210, the content determination unit 1142 refers to the first flag temporary storage unit 1191a to determine whether or not the current gaming state is in the easy release state (time reduction flag is on). To do. In the case of Yes in step 3210, in FIG. 3212, the diagram contents determination means 1142 sets the drawing time reduction lottery table 1142a-2, and in the case of No in step 3210, in step 3214, The general map content determination means 1142 sets the normal map lottery table 1142a-1. In step 3216, the general symbol content determination unit 1142 determines a stop symbol based on the normal symbol random number based on the reserved ball.

  Next, in step 3240, the condition determination means 1161 determines whether or not the lottery result is a win. In the case of Yes in step 3240, in step 3242, the electric chew opening / closing control means 1160 turns on the normal symbol hit flag in the auxiliary game related flag temporary storage means 1193a, and proceeds to step 3218. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 3240, step 3242 is skipped and the process proceeds to step 3218.

  Next, in step 3218, the usual figure fluctuation time management means 1152a sets the usual figure fluctuation management timer 1152a-1 for a predetermined time (for example, 5 seconds in the case of a short-time game, in the case of a normal game) based on the set table. Is set to 30 seconds). In step 3220, the normal figure display control means 1152 turns on the normal symbol changing flag in the auxiliary game related flag temporary storage means 1193a. Next, in step 3222, the general-purpose holding means 1132 updates the holding information recorded in the general-purpose holding information temporary storage means 1132a after subtracting 1 from the holding ball related to the normal symbol, and the general-purpose display control. The means 1152 starts the normal symbol variation display on the universal diagram display unit 2321 after starting the common diagram variation management timer 1152a-1. Next, in step 3224, the normal time fluctuation time management unit 1152a refers to the normal time fluctuation management timer 1152a-1, and determines whether or not the predetermined time has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 3224, in step 3226, the general map display control unit 1152 confirms and displays the stop symbol determined by the general map content determination unit 1142 in the above step 3216 on the general map display unit 2321. In step 3228, the normal figure display control means 1152 turns off the normal symbol changing flag in the auxiliary game related flag temporary storage means 1193a, and proceeds to the next process (electric chew drive determination process in step 3300).

  If NO in step 3203, step 3206, and step 3224, the process proceeds to the next process (electric chew drive determination process in step 3300). If NO in step 3204, the process proceeds to step 3224 and in step 3208. If no, the process proceeds to step 3214.

  Next, FIG. 16 is a flowchart of the electric-chu drive determination process related to the auxiliary game according to the subroutine of step 3300 in FIG. First, in step 3302, the condition determination unit 1161 refers to the auxiliary game related flag temporary storage unit 1193 a and determines whether or not the normal symbol hit flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 3302, in step 3304, the condition determination unit 1161 determines whether or not the normal symbol displayed on the normal symbol display unit 2321 of the normal symbol display device 2320 has stopped in a predetermined manner. In the case of Yes in step 3304, in steps 3306 and 3308, the electric chew opening / closing control means 1160 turns on the electric chew release permission flag in the auxiliary game related flag temporary storage means 1193a and turns off the normal symbol per flag, The process proceeds to the next process (second special game operation condition determination process in step 3400). In the case of No in steps 3302 and 3304, the process proceeds to the next process (second special game operation condition determination process in step 3400).

  Next, FIG. 17 is a flowchart of the second special game operation condition determination process according to the subroutine of step 3400 in FIG. First, in step 3402, the electric chew opening / closing control means 1160 refers to the auxiliary game related flag temporary storage means 1193a, and determines whether or not the electric chew release permission flag (see step 3306) is on. In the case of Yes in step 3402, in steps 3404 and 3406, the electric chew opening / closing control means 1160 turns off the electric chew release permission flag in the auxiliary game related flag temporary storage means 1193a and turns on the electric chew release flag. . Here, the “electric chew release flag” is a flag indicating whether or not the electric charge 2212 of the start port 2210 is open. When the electric charge 2212 is on, the electric charge 2212 of the start port 2210 is open. It means that there is. Next, in step 3407, the electric chew opening / closing control means 1160 refers to the first flag temporary storage means 1191a to confirm the current state of the first game, and based on the confirmation content, the opening timer 1162 has the start port 2210. The opening time of the electric accessory 2212 is set. For example, when the current first game is in the time-reduced gaming state, a predetermined time (for example, 5 seconds) is set as the opening time of the electric accessory 2212, and the current first game is in the normal gaming state. Sets a predetermined time (for example, 0.5 seconds) as the opening time of the electric accessory 2212. Next, in step 3414, the electric chew opening / closing control means 1160 opens the starting port 2210 by driving the electric accessory 2212 of the starting port 2210. Next, in step 3416, the second special game control means 1172 determines whether or not a game ball has entered the ball detection device 2211 of the start port 2210. In the case of Yes in step 3416, in step 3417, the second operation avoidance determination means 1222a refers to the first flag temporary storage means 1191a and the second flag temporary storage means 1192a, and is currently in the special game {first special game related flag Whether any of (a first special game transition permission flag, a first special game execution flag, etc.) and a second special game related flag (a second special game transition permission flag, a second special game execution flag, etc.) are ON} Determine whether.

  Here, in the case of Yes in step 3417, in step 3418, the second special game control unit 1172 turns on the second special game transition permission flag in the second flag temporary storage unit 1192a, and proceeds to step 3420. On the other hand, if No in step 3417, that is, if a game ball enters the ball detection device 2211 of the start port 2210 during the first special game or the second special game, the process proceeds to step 3420. As described above, even if the right to transfer the second special game is acquired during the special game, the processing to invalidate the right to transfer is performed.

  In step 3420, the electric chew opening / closing control means 1160 refers to the open timer 1162 and determines whether or not a predetermined time has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 3420, in step 3422, the electric chew opening / closing control means 1160 stops driving the electric accessory 2212 of the start port 2210 and closes the start port 2210. In step 3424, the electric chew opening / closing control means 1160 turns off the electric chew release flag in the auxiliary game related flag temporary storage means 1193a, and proceeds to the next process (second special game execution process in step 4000).

  If NO in step 3402, in step 3426, the electric chew opening / closing control unit 1160 refers to the auxiliary game related flag temporary storage unit 1193 a and determines whether the electric chew release flag is on. If Yes in step 3426, the process proceeds to step 3416. On the other hand, if No in step 3416, the process proceeds to step 3420. Then, in the case of No in step 3420 and step 3426, the process proceeds to the next process (second special game execution process in step 4000).

  Next, FIG. 18 is a flowchart of the second special game execution process according to the subroutine of step 4000 in FIG. First, in step 4100, the second special game control means 1172 determines whether or not the permission for transition to the second special game is down, and if the permission is down, initial setting processing for performing various initial settings. Execute. Next, in step 4200, the second special game control means 1172 (mainly the second special game control means 1172) performs the first stage execution for performing the first stage special game execution process and the transition determination of the second stage special game. Execute the process. In step 4300, the second special game control means 1172 (mainly the second special game control means 1172) executes the second stage execution process for executing the second stage special game execution process, and performs the next process (step 5000 prize ball payout processing).

  Next, FIG. 19 is a flowchart of the initial setting process of the second special game according to the subroutine of step 4100 in FIG. First, in step 4102, the second special game control unit 1172 refers to the second flag temporary storage unit 1192 a and determines whether or not the second special game transition permission flag (see step 3418) is on, that is, the first 2. Determine whether or not to shift to special games. In the case of Yes in step 4102, the second special game control means 1172 turns off the second special game transition permission flag in the second flag temporary storage means 1192 a and also temporarily stores the second flag in steps 4104 and 4106. The second special game execution flag in the means 1192a is turned on. Here, the “second special game execution flag” is a flag indicating whether or not the second special game (first stage special game or second stage special game) is currently being executed. It means that the second special game is being executed. Next, in step 4110, the information transmission means 1300 transmits a second special game transition signal to the second effect display control means 2240. Next, in step 4112, the second special game control means 1172 turns on the first stage flag in the second flag temporary storage means 1192a, and proceeds to the next process (first stage execution process of step 4200). Here, the “first stage flag” is a flag indicating whether or not a transition decision is made to the first stage special game or whether or not the first stage special game is being executed. It means that a transition decision is made for the first stage special game or the first stage special game is being executed. Even in the case of No in step 4102, the process proceeds to the next process (first stage execution process in step 4200).

  Next, FIG. 20 is a flowchart of the first stage execution process of the second special game according to the subroutine of step 4200 in FIG. First, in step 4202, the second special game control means 1172 refers to the second flag temporary storage means 1192a to determine whether or not the first stage opening / closing continuation flag is off. Here, the “first stage opening / closing continuation flag” is a flag indicating whether or not the opening / closing process of the second grand prize winning opening 2220 related to the first stage special game is being executed. This means that the opening / closing process of the big prize opening 2220 is being executed. If YES in step 4202, in step 4204, the first stage special game condition determining unit 1172a-1 refers to the second flag temporary storage unit 1192a and the first stage flag (see step 4112) is ON. It is determined whether or not there is. In the case of Yes in step 4204, in step 4206, the second special game control means 1172 turns on the first stage open / close continuation flag in the second flag temporary storage means 1192a. Then, in step 4208, the second special game control means 1172 gives the first stage opening / closing timer 1172c-2 and the specific area valid timer 1172c-1 to the opening / closing time of the second big prize opening 2220 related to the first stage special game, and The specific area valid time for the first stage special game is set. Next, in step 4210, the first stage special game executing means 1172b-1 drives the electric accessory 2224 of the second big prize opening 2220 to start opening and closing the second big prize opening 2220. In step 4212, the first stage special game execution means 1172 b-1 has reached the opening / closing end time of the second big prize opening 2220 of the first stage special game with reference to the first stage opening / closing timer 1172 c-2. It is determined whether or not. In the case of Yes in step 4212, in step 4214, the first stage special game executing means 1172 b-1 stops the driving of the electric accessory 2224 of the second big prize opening 2220 and ends the opening and closing of the second big prize opening 2220. To do. In step 4216, the second special game control means 1172 turns off the first stage opening / closing continuation flag in the second flag temporary storage means 1192a. Next, in Step 4218, the second special game time management means 1172c resets the specific area valid timer 1172c-1 and the first stage open / close timer 1172c-2. In step 4224, the second special game control unit 1172 refers to the second flag temporary storage unit 1192a, and determines whether or not the player has entered the specific area within the effective time in the first stage special game. It is determined whether or not a game ball entry signal has been received from the specific area winning detection device 2222 of the second grand prize opening 2220 within the valid time. In the case of Yes in step 4224, in step 4225, the second special game control means 1172 determines the number of unit games of the special game by lottery, and stores the upper limit unit game number (remaining in the second special game related information temporary storage means 1192b). The number of unit games) is stored as N. In step 4226, the second special game control means 1172 turns on the second stage flag in the second flag temporary storage means 1192a. Here, the “second stage flag” is a flag indicating whether or not the transition to the second stage special game is decided, or whether or not the second stage special game is being executed. It means that it is decided to shift to the two-stage special game or the second-stage special game is being executed. Then, in step 4228, the information transmitting means 1300 gives information on whether or not to shift to the second stage special game to the second effect display control means 2240 (for example, the second stage in the case of shifting to the second stage. A stage transition confirmation signal, round number information, and a second stage non-transition signal) are transmitted when the stage does not transition to the second stage. Next, in step 4230, the second special game control means 1172 turns off the first stage flag in the second flag temporary storage means 1192a, and proceeds to the next process (second stage execution process 4300).

  If NO in step 4202, the process proceeds to step 4212. In addition, in the case of No in step 4204 and step 4212, the process proceeds to the next process (second stage execution process 4300). In the case of No in step 4224, in step 4232, the second special game control unit 1172 turns off the second special game execution flag in the second flag temporary storage unit 1192a, and proceeds to step 4228.

  Next, FIG. 21 is a flowchart of the second stage execution process of the second special game according to the subroutine of step 4300 in FIG. First, in Step 4302 and Step 4304, the second special game control means 1172 refers to the second flag temporary storage means 1192a and determines whether or not both the second stage open / close continuation flag and the second stage continuation flag are off. Determine whether. Here, the “second stage opening / closing continuation flag” is a flag indicating whether or not the unit game of the second stage special game is being executed, and means that the unit game is being executed when turned on. To do. The “second stage continuation flag” is a flag indicating whether or not the second stage special game is being continued. When the second stage special game is on, the second stage special game is being continued (running). Means. In the case of Yes in step 4302 and step 4304, in step 4306, the second stage special game condition determining means 1172a-2 refers to the second flag temporary storage means 1192a, and the second stage flag (see step 4226). It is determined whether or not is on. In the case of Yes in Step 4306, in Step 4308 and Step 4310, the second special game control means 1172 turns on the second stage continuation flag and the second stage opening / closing continuation flag in the second flag temporary storage means 1192a. In step 4312, the second special game control unit 1172 sets the opening / closing time of the first big prize opening 2120 related to the second stage special game in the second stage opening / closing timer 1172 c-3, and the process proceeds to step 4314.

  Next, in step 4314, the second stage special game executing means 1172b-2 drives the electric accessory 2122 of the first big prize opening 2120 to start opening and closing the first big prize opening 2120. In step 4316, the second stage special game executing means 1172b-2 refers to the second stage opening / closing timer 1172c-3 to determine whether or not the opening / closing end condition is satisfied. It is determined whether or not the unit game end time of the game (or the number of unit game end opening / closing times) has been reached, and the predetermined special number (for example, 10) is determined with reference to the second special game related information temporary storage means 1192b. It is determined whether it has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 4316, in step 4318, the second stage special game execution means 1172b-2 stops the driving of the electric accessory 2122 of the first big prize opening 2120 and ends the opening and closing of the first big prize opening 2120. To do. In step 4320, the second special game control means 1172 turns off the second stage open / close continuation flag in the second flag temporary storage means 1192a. Next, in Step 4322, the second special game control means 1172 resets the second stage open / close timer 1172c-3. In step 4324, the second special game control means 1172 subtracts 1 from the upper limit unit game number (remaining unit game number) N stored in the second special game related information temporary storage means 1192b.

  In step 4326, the second special game control means 1172 refers to the second special game related information temporary storage means 1192b to determine whether the upper limit unit game number (remaining unit game number) N is 0 or not. judge. In the case of Yes in step 4326, in steps 4328 and 4330, the second special game control means 1172 turns off the second stage continuation flag and the second stage flag in the second flag temporary storage means 1192a. In step 4332, the second special game control means 1172 turns off the second special game execution flag in the second flag temporary storage means 1192a. Next, the information transmission means 1300 transmits a second special game end signal to the second effect display control means 2240, and proceeds to the next process (award ball payout process in step 5000).

  If No in step 4302, the process proceeds to step 4316. On the other hand, if NO in step 4304, the process proceeds to step 4310. Further, in the case of No in step 4306, step 4316, and step 4326, the process proceeds to the next process (prize ball payout process in step 5000).

  Next, FIG. 22 is a main flowchart on the sub-board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode. First, in step 6100, the first effect display control means 2150 executes a decorative symbol display control process related to a variable display / stop display of a decorative symbol at the time of the normal game / specific game of the first game. Next, in Step 6200, the first effect display control means 2150 performs a first special game display control process related to various state displays (for example, display of the number of rounds, winnings, etc.) during the special game of the first game. Execute. In step 6300, the second effect display control means 2240 displays various status indications during the special game of the second game (for example, whether or not the right to move to the second stage such as the number of rounds or the number of winning prizes has been acquired). The display control process during the second special game related to (display) is executed, and the process returning to step 6100 is repeated.

  FIG. 23 is a flowchart (A type) relating to the decorative symbol display control process, which is a subroutine of step 6100 in FIG. First, in step 6101A, the decorative symbol display control means 2152a determines whether or not the symbol changing flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 6101A, in step 6102A, the decorative symbol display control unit 2152a refers to the main side information temporary storage unit 2151a and determines whether or not the symbol information has been received from the main controller 1000 side. In the case of Yes in step 6102A, in step 6104A, the drawing display content determination means 2152a-1 changes the drawing based on the symbol information from the main controller 1000 side temporarily stored in the main side information temporary storage means 2151a. With reference to the content determination table 2152a-1-1, the variation pattern and stop symbol of the decorative symbol are determined. It should be noted that the stop symbol / variation mode from the main controller 1000 side (that is, the special symbol stop symbol / variation mode) and the stop symbol / variation mode determined by the first effect display control means 2150 side (that is, the decorative symbol stop) For example, the ratio of the variation mode on the first effect display control means 2150 side has a plurality of patterns for one variation mode from the main controller 1000 side. May be. Next, in step 6105A, the decorative symbol display control means 2152a turns on the symbol changing flag. Then, in step 6106A, the decorative symbol display control means 2152a starts the variable display of decorative symbols on the drawing display unit 2141 of the first effect display device 2140 in accordance with the content determined in step 6104A. Next, in step 6107A, the decorative symbol display control means 2152a determines whether or not the symbol variation pause flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 6107A, in step 6108A, the decorative symbol display control means 2152a refers to the main-side information temporary storage means 2151a and determines whether or not a symbol change temporary stop signal has been received from the main controller 1000 side. judge. In the case of Yes in Step 6108A, in Step 6109A and Step 6110A, the decorative symbol display control means 2152a turns on the symbol variation pause flag and is changing on the drawing display unit 2141 of the first effect display device 2140. Temporarily stop (sway fluctuation) the decorative pattern. In step 6112A, the decorative symbol display control unit 2152a refers to the main-side information temporary storage unit 2151a and determines whether or not a symbol variation restart signal is received from the main controller 1000 side. In the case of Yes in step 6112A, in step 6113A and step 6114A, the decorative symbol display control means 2152a turns off the symbol variation temporary stop flag and restarts the variation of the decorative symbol that has been temporarily stopped (fluctuation variation). On the other hand, in the case of No in step 6112A, it waits until it receives a restart signal. In step 6116A, the decorative symbol display control unit 2152a refers to the main-side information temporary storage unit 2151a and determines whether or not a final display command has been received from the main control device 1000 side. In the case of Yes in step 6116A, in step 6118A, the decorative symbol display control means 2152a confirms and displays the stop symbol of the decorative symbol in accordance with the determination content in step 6104A. In step 6119A, the decorative symbol display control means 2152a turns off the symbol changing flag, and proceeds to the next process (first special game display control process 6200). If No in Step 6101A, the process proceeds to Step 6107A. If No in Step 6102A and Step 6116A, the process proceeds to the next process (first special game display control process 6200), and No in Step 6107A. If YES in step 6112A, the process advances to step 6116A if NO in steps 6108A and 6112A.

  Next, FIG. 24 is a flowchart of the display control process during the first special game according to the subroutine of step 6200 in FIG. First, in step 6201, the display control means 2152 determines whether or not the first special gaming flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 6201, in step 6202, the display control means 2152 refers to the main side information temporary storage means 2151a and determines whether or not the first special game start signal has been received from the main control apparatus 1000 side. In the case of Yes in Step 6202, in Step 6203 and Step 6204, the display control means 2152 turns on the first special game flag and displays a big hit start display on the drawing display unit 2141 of the first effect display device 2140. Do. Then, in step 6206, the display control means 2152 is based on the game information sequentially transmitted from the main control device 1000 side in step 2123 on the drawing display unit 2141 of the first effect display device 2140, and the number of rounds and winning a prize. The number is displayed sequentially. In step 6208, the display control means 2152 refers to the main side information temporary storage means 2151a and determines whether or not the first special game end signal has been received from the main control apparatus 1000 side. In the case of Yes in step 6208, in step 6210, the display control means 2152 performs jackpot end display on the drawing display unit 2141 of the first effect display device 2140. In step 6211, the display control means 2152 turns off the first special game flag and proceeds to the next process (second special game display control process 6300). If NO in step 6201, the process proceeds to step 6206. If NO in step 6202 and step 6208, the process proceeds to the next process (second special game display control process 6300).

  Next, FIG. 25 is a flowchart of the second special game display control process according to the subroutine of step 6300 in FIG. First, in Step 6330 and Step 6332, the display control means 2242 determines whether or not the second stage special game flag and the first stage special game flag are off. In step 6302, the display control means 2242 refers to the main side information temporary storage means 2241a, and determines whether or not the second special game start signal has been received from the main control device 1000 side (see step 4110). In the case of Yes in Step 6302, in Step 6334 and Step 6304, the display control means 2242 turns on the first stage special game flag and also displays the first stage special game jackpot start display on the second effect display device 2230. I do. Next, in step 6306, the display control means 2242 refers to the main-side information temporary storage means 2241a, and determines whether or not information indicating whether or not to shift to the second stage special game has been received from the main control device 1000 side. Determine (see step 4228). In the case of Yes in Step 6306, in Step 6336 and Step 6308, the display control means 2242 turns off the first stage special gaming flag, and the information received in Step 6306 is a transition confirmation signal to the second stage. It is determined whether or not there is. In the case of Yes in Step 6308, in Step 6310 and Step 6314, the display control means 2242 displays a big hit start display of the second stage special game on the second effect display device 2230, and sequentially displays the number of rounds and the number of winning prizes. To do. In step 6316, the display control means 2242 refers to the main-side information temporary storage means 2241a and determines whether or not the second special game end signal has been received from the main control device 1000 side. In the case of Yes in Step 6316, in Step 6318 and Step 6340, the display control means 2242 displays the second stage jackpot end display on the second effect display device 2230, and turns off the second stage special gaming flag, The process proceeds to the next process (decorative symbol display control process in step 6100).

  If NO in step 6330, the process proceeds to step 6314. If NO in step 6332, the process proceeds to step 6306. If NO in step 6302, step 6306, and step 6316, the next process (step 6100 decorative symbol display control processing). In the case of No in step 6308, in step 6312, the display control means 2242 performs a first stage jackpot end display (end display of the special game) on the second effect display device 2230, and the next The process proceeds to the decorative symbol display control process in step 6100.

Next, referring to FIG. 26, the action of the pachinko game machine according to the best mode (especially, in the case where a game ball is directed to the sorting device B, the game balls in accordance with the direction of rotation of the rotating member B ₁ Will be described. First, referring to FIG. 26 (a) ~ (d) , the rotating direction of the rotating body B ₁ when the game ball reaches the sorting device B will be described when it is clockwise. First, as shown in FIG. 26 (a), a game ball which has reached the sorting apparatus B holding portion B ₂ of the rotating body B ₁ which rotates in the clockwise waits at this location until it reaches to the point. Then, as shown in FIG. 26 (b), if the holding portion B ₂ of the rotating member B ₁ is reached the point of the game ball, the game ball is dropped into the hold portion B ₂ by its own weight, the holding portion B ₂ Stored in Then, as shown in FIG. 26 (c), after the game ball is moved in accordance with the rotation of the rotating body B _1, as shown in FIG. 26 (d), the game balls in special symbol start port 2110 It falls with its own weight. Thereafter, the rotating body B ₁ represents, changing the direction of rotation from clockwise to counter-clockwise.

Next, with reference to FIG. 26 (e) ~ (h) , the rotational direction of the rotating body B ₁ when the game ball reaches the sorting device B will be described for the case is counterclockwise. First, as shown in FIG. 26 (e), a game ball that reaches the sorting device B, the location (predetermined position to hold portion B ₂ of the rotating body B ₁ which rotates in the counterclockwise direction to reach the point ) Then, as shown in FIG. 26 (f), if the holding portion B ₂ of the rotating member B ₁ is reached the point of the game ball, the game ball is dropped into the hold portion B ₂ by its own weight, the holding portion B ₂ Stored in Then, as shown in FIG. 26 (g), after the game ball is moved in accordance with the rotation of the rotating body B _1, as shown in FIG. 26 (h), the game balls in Hiroshi Figure starting opening 2310 It falls with its own weight. Thereafter, the rotating body B ₁ represents, changing the direction of rotation from counterclockwise to clockwise.

  Next, the operation in the best mode (particularly, the relationship between symbol variation and period) will be described with reference to the timing chart of FIG. In the figure, the “first special game related flag” refers to any of a win flag, a first special game transition permission flag, or a first special game execution flag, and the “second special game related flag” This indicates one of a normal symbol hit flag, an electric chew release permission flag, an electric chew release flag, a second special game transition permission flag, and a second special game execution flag.

Thus, when the diagram is described in time series, first, the symbol variation (α1) starts based on the winning of the special figure starting port 2110. Here, the symbol variation time T ₁ is set to be slightly shorter than the rotation period of the rotating body (the movement time T from the special diagram start port 2110 to the normal diagram start port 2310). Therefore, until the symbol variation ends, the symbol variation (β1) based on the winning of the next general symbol start port 2310 is substantially in a standby state. Then, after the special symbol variation (α1) ends, a slight time lag is opened and the symbol variation (β1) of the normal symbol starts. Here, the time T ₂ of the said symbol variation is set to be slightly shorter than the rotation period of the rotating body (traveling time T from Hiroshizu starting opening 2310 to JP diagram starting opening 2110). Therefore, until the symbol variation ends, the symbol variation (α2) based on the winning of the next special symbol starting port 2110 is substantially in a standby state.

Next, a case where each symbol variation is a win will be described. First, the symbol variation (α2) starts based on the winning at the special symbol starting port 2110. Here, since the symbol variation is determined internally, the symbol variation (β2) based on the winning to the next general chart start opening 2310 is waited until the special game based on the symbol is completed. In order to state, to stop the rotating body B ₁ time. After the special game is terminated, again rotating body B ₁ is by rotating counterclockwise, symbol variation of normal symbol (.beta.2) is started. Here, since the symbol variation is determined internally, the symbol variation (α3) based on the winning to the next special diagram starting port 2110 is waited until the special game based on the symbol is completed. In order to state, to stop the rotating body B ₁ time. Then, the opening of the starting opening 2210 after completion (when the transition to the second special game by the opening after the special game terminated), the rotating body B ₁ is by rotating clockwise, the special symbol again Symbol variation (α3) starts.

  According to this best mode, in the pachinko gaming machine having the functions of the conventional first type and the conventional second type, the rotating body is made to perform the clockwise and counterclockwise movements alternately, and in turn Since the game ball is configured to be guided to the first start port and the second start port, the first game resulting from the detection of the ball entering at the first start port and the ball detection at the second start port As a result of alternately executing the second game caused by the above, there is an effect that each of a plurality of functions can be made evenly activated. Furthermore, by appropriately setting the rotation body period from one detector to the other detector, for example, by setting the period longer or equivalent to the game time of the first game or the second game, As a result of the fact that the special game transfer lottery is not performed at the same timing, it is possible to effectively prevent the occurrence of duplicate special games.

  Furthermore, when a certain game ball enters the first start opening, a new game ball will not enter the second start opening before the end of the first game based on the input, so at least As a result of the fact that the special game transfer lottery is not performed at the same timing, it is possible to effectively prevent the occurrence of duplicate special games.

  Furthermore, when a game ball enters the second starting port, a new game ball will not enter the first starting port before the second game based on that ball is completed. As a result of the fact that the special game transfer lottery is not performed at the same timing, it is possible to effectively prevent the occurrence of duplicate special games.

  Furthermore, while the rotating body is rotating from one start port to the other start port, the identification information is fluctuated, i.e., the time lag is delayed until the special game is executed after the special game transition is internally determined. When the special game transition is determined internally, for example, it is not detected at the starting port even after the rotating body is stopped or a new game ball is carried to the other starting port. By taking measures such as invalidating, it is possible to prevent the occurrence of duplicate special games.

  Next, the B type (losing stop symbol forced stop type) of the best mode will be described. Here, when the special symbol is fluctuating during execution of the second special game, the type prevents the transition to the first special game by forcibly stopping the special symbol with the stop-of-miss symbol. It is.

  First, functional features of the pachinko gaming machine according to type B will be described with reference to the block diagram of FIG. The pachinko gaming machine related to type B is forced to lose the special symbol related to the first game when the second game shifts to the special game instead of the special figure variation timer temporary stop means 1221b-2 of type A. It is characterized by having a lost symbol forced replacement means 1221b-3.

  Next, processing characteristics of the pachinko gaming machine according to type B will be described with reference to the flowcharts of FIGS. Here, FIG. 28 is a flowchart relating to processing on the main side, and more specifically, is a flowchart of special symbol display processing relating to the subroutine of step 1400 in FIG. Note that most of them are the same as those in FIG. 8 and differ only in that Steps 1424B to 1431B exist. Therefore, only the differences will be described. After the special symbol starts to change in step 1422B, in step 1424B, the gaming state confirmation unit 1210 refers to the second flag temporary storage unit 1192a, and the current second special game related flag ( For example, it is checked whether or not the second special game transition permission flag and the second special game execution flag are off, that is, whether or not the second special game is currently being executed. If YES in step 1424B, the process proceeds to step 1434B without performing the loss stop symbol forced stop processing according to this flow. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1424B, in step 1425B, first, the information transmission unit 1300 transmits a confirmation display command for forcibly stopping with a lost symbol to the first effect display control unit 2150 side. Next, in step 1427B, the lost symbol forced replacement unit 1221b-3 forcibly replaces the stop symbol stored in the special symbol information temporary storage unit 1191b with the lost stop symbol, and the first operation avoidance executing unit. 1221b clears the special figure fluctuation management timer 1151a-1 to zero. As a result, the lost stop symbol after replacement is fixedly displayed on the special figure display unit 2131. In step 1429B, the first operation avoidance control unit 1221 refers to the first flag temporary storage unit 1191a and determines whether or not the hit flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1429B, in step 1431B, the first operation avoidance control unit 1221 turns off the hit flag in the first flag temporary storage unit 1191a. As a result, not only the losing symbol of the loss is stopped, but also the winning right is lost internally.

  In addition, this type B is configured such that when the forced losing stop condition is satisfied, the changing symbol is immediately replaced with the losing stopping symbol, but the change is extended until the losing aspect is displayed as the stopping symbol. A so-called “slip” method may be used.

  Next, FIG. 29 is a flowchart relating to the sub-side process, and more specifically, a flowchart of the decorative symbol display control process relating to the subroutine of Step 6100 in FIG. Most of the steps are the same as those in FIG. 23, and only the processing between step 6109B to step 6111B is different. Therefore, only the differences will be described. In step 6109B, the decorative symbol display control means 2152a refers to the main-side information temporary storage means 2151a and has received a signal from the main controller 1000 side to forcibly stop with the lost stop symbol. It is determined whether or not. In the case of Yes in step 6109B, in step 6111B, the decorative symbol display control means 2152a forcibly stops the decorative symbol that is changing on the drawing display unit 2141 of the first effect display device 2140 with the lost stop symbol, step 6119B. Migrate to On the other hand, in the case of No in step 6109B, the process proceeds to step 6116B.

  Next, a modified example of the best mode will be described. In the above best mode, in principle, the rotating body is configured to always repeat clockwise and counterclockwise rotation, but may be configured to rotate only in one direction under a predetermined state. For example, when the stop symbol on the first game side is a predetermined symbol, when the variation mode selected on the first game side is a predetermined variation mode (for example, super reach), or on the second game side The game may be configured to enter such a one-way rotation mode when a game ball does not enter a specific area during the special game in the first stage.

  According to this modified example, in addition to the above effects, the rotation is in one direction under a predetermined state, so that the expectation for the special game transition due to the rotation in the direction is increased, and the rotation is caused by the other rotation. As a result, it is possible to achieve a single function of the gaming machine due to the fact that the special game transition is no longer executed.

FIG. 1 is a front view of a pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 2 is an enlarged view of a distribution device for a pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 3 is a rear view of the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 4 is a functional block diagram of the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 5 is a main flowchart on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 6 is a flowchart of the first special game transition determination process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 7 is a flowchart of the first special game content determination random number acquisition process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 8 is a flowchart of a special symbol display process (specific game end determination process) on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention (type A). FIG. 9 is a flowchart of the specific game end determination process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 10 is a flowchart of the first special game operating condition determination process (game state determination process after the end of the first special game) on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 11 is a flowchart of the gaming state determination process after the first special game is completed on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 12 is a flowchart of the first special game execution process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 13 is a flowchart of the second special game transition determination process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 14 is a flowchart of normal symbol winning random number acquisition processing on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 15 is a flowchart of normal symbol display processing on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 16 is a flowchart of electric chew drive determination processing on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 17 is a flowchart of the second special game operating condition determination process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 18 is a flowchart of the second special game execution process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 19 is a flowchart of the initial setting process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 20 is a flowchart of the first stage execution process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 21 is a flowchart of the second stage execution process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 22 is a main flowchart on the display control device side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 23 is a flowchart of a decorative symbol display control process on the display control device side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention (type A). FIG. 24 is a flowchart of the display control process during the first special game on the display control device side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 25 is a flowchart of the second special gaming display control process on the display control device side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 26 is a diagram showing the operation in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 27 is an example of a timing chart showing the operation in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 28 is a flowchart of a special symbol display process (specific game end determination process) on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention (type B). FIG. 29 is a flowchart of a decorative symbol display control process on the display control device side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention (type B).

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1121 Special figure lottery means 1122 General figure lottery means 1141 Special figure content determination means 1142 General figure content determination means 1151 Special figure display control means 1152 Universal figure display control means 1160 Electric chew opening / closing control means 1171 First special game control means 1171a First Condition determining means 1172a-1 First stage special game condition determining means 1172a-2 Second stage special game condition determining means 1172b-1 First stage special game executing means 1172b-2 Second stage special game executing means 2110 Special figure starting port 2111 Entrance detection device 2120 First prize winning opening 2131 Special figure display unit 2210 Starting entrance 2220 Second prize winning opening 2310 Universal drawing start opening 2311 Entrance detection apparatus 2321 Universal illustration display part

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A first entrance detector related to the transition of the first special gaming state that gives a higher profit to the player than the normal gaming state, and a first that gives a higher profit to the player than the normal gaming state A second entrance detector related to the transition of the two special game states, and a game ball can be entered, and the entered game ball is connected to the first entrance detector and the second entrance detector. In a pachinko gaming machine having a distribution device that distributes to either
The sorting device has a rotating body that can hold a game ball at a predetermined position and can rotate clockwise and counterclockwise while maintaining the holding state, and the rotating body holds the game ball. When the holding ball is rotated in either one of the clockwise and counterclockwise directions, the gaming ball is held near the first incoming detector arranged around the sorting device, and the gaming ball is held at the position. When the rotating body rotates in a direction opposite to the direction while holding the game ball, the game ball is guided to the first entrance detector by releasing the In addition to guiding the gaming ball to the second incoming detector by holding the gaming ball near the second incoming detector and releasing the gaming ball at the position, the clockwise and counterclockwise It is configured to be able to run around Pachinko game machine according to claim.   The period in which the rotating body rotates clockwise or counterclockwise from the first incoming detector to the second incoming detector is the first due to the detection of the game ball by the first incoming detector. The pachinko gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein the gaming time is longer or substantially the same as a gaming time related to transition to a special gaming state.   The period in which the rotating body rotates clockwise or counterclockwise from the second incoming ball detector to the first incoming ball detector is the first ball due to the detection of the game ball by the second incoming ball detector. The pachinko gaming machine according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the gaming time is longer or substantially the same as the gaming time related to the transition to the two special gaming state.   The game time is the first identification information on the first identification information display unit or the second identification information display unit, or the second identification information display unit, which is a stage before the transition to the first special game state or the second special game state. The pachinko gaming machine according to claim 2 or 3, which is a time from the start of change of identification information to the end of change.   5. The rotating body according to claim 1, wherein, under a predetermined state, the rotating body does not alternately execute the clockwise rotation and the counterclockwise rotation but rotates only in one direction of the clockwise rotation or the counterclockwise rotation. A pachinko gaming machine according to any one of the preceding claims. A first start opening where game balls can enter,
A first identification information display unit capable of variable display and stop display of the first identification information;
A first variable winning opening that can be open and closed;
First random number acquisition means for acquiring a first random number for determining the content of the first game based on the game ball entering the first start port;
Based on the first random number, first identification information display content determination means for determining the variation content and stop identification information of the first identification information;
In accordance with the display content determined by the first identification information display content determining means, the first identification information display unit controls the display of the stop identification information after the first identification information is variably displayed with the variation content. First identification information display control means;
A first special game transition condition for determining whether or not the stop identification information is in a specific mode, which is one condition for transitioning from a normal game state to a first special game that is more advantageous to the player than the normal game state A determination means;
A first game unit comprising: a first special game executing means for setting the first variable prize opening to the open state and executing the first special game;
A second variable winning opening A capable of taking an open state and a closed state;
A second variable prize opening B having a specific area, which can be in an open state and a closed state;
A second variable prize opening C that may be open and closed, which may be present in some cases;
It is determined whether or not a game ball has entered the second variable winning opening A, which is one condition for shifting from the normal game state to the first stage of the second special game that is more advantageous to the player than the normal game state. A second special game first stage transition condition determining means for
A second special game first stage executing means for setting the second variable winning opening B to the open state and executing the first stage of the second special game;
A game ball in the specific area of the second variable winning opening B in the first stage, which is one condition for shifting from the normal gaming state to the second stage of the second special game that is more advantageous to the player than the normal gaming state. A second special game second stage transition condition determining means for determining whether or not the player has entered the ball,
A second special game second stage executing means for setting the second variable prize port B or the second variable prize port C to the open state and executing the second stage of the second special game. Two game departments; and a second starting port through which game balls can enter;
A second identification information display unit capable of variable display and stop display of the second identification information;
Second random number acquisition means for acquiring a second random number related to the open state drive of the second variable winning opening A based on the game ball entering the second starting port;
Second identification information display content determination means for determining stop identification information of the second identification information based on the second random number;
Second identification information display control means for controlling to display the stop identification information after the second identification information is displayed in a variable manner for a predetermined time on the second identification information display section;
When the stop identification information is in a predetermined mode, in a pachinko gaming machine having an auxiliary portion including an open state availability determination execution unit that drives and controls the second variable prize opening A to an open state,
The game apparatus further includes a distribution device that can enter a game ball and distributes the game ball that has entered the game to either the first start port or the second start port, and the distribution device has a predetermined position. And a rotating body that can rotate clockwise and counterclockwise while maintaining the holding state. The rotating body holds the game ball in the clockwise and counterclockwise direction. When rotating in any one of the clockwise directions, the game ball is held up to the vicinity of the first start port arranged around the sorting device, and the game ball is released by releasing the game ball at the position. When the rotating body rotates in the direction opposite to the direction while holding the game ball while holding the game ball, the game ball is held to the vicinity of the second start port arranged around the sorting device. And by releasing the game ball at that position The free technique sphere addition to leading to the second start hole, pachinko machines, characterized in that it is configured to be executed alternately the clockwise and the counterclockwise direction.   The period in which the rotating body rotates clockwise or counterclockwise from the first start port to the second start port is shifted to the first special game due to the detection of the game ball at the first start port. The pachinko gaming machine according to claim 6, wherein the gaming time is longer or substantially the same as the gaming time associated with the game.   The period in which the rotating body rotates clockwise or counterclockwise from the second start port to the first start port is the second special game due to the detection of the game ball at the second start port. The pachinko gaming machine according to claim 6 or 7, wherein the gaming time is longer or substantially the same as the gaming time associated with the transition to one stage.   The game time is changed from the start of the change of the first identification information or the second identification information, which is a stage before the transition to the first stage of the first special game state or the second special game state. The pachinko gaming machine according to claim 7 or 8, which is a time until completion.   10. The rotating body according to claim 6, wherein, under a predetermined state, the rotating body does not alternately execute the clockwise rotation and the counterclockwise rotation but rotates only in one direction of the clockwise rotation or the counterclockwise rotation. A pachinko gaming machine according to any one of the preceding claims.

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