JP2014108289A - Pachinko game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a Pachinko game machine eliminating any possibility that game property becomes monotonous and a player has feeling of boredom, in a case configured to facilitate ball entry in an operation-start hole by, when becoming a specific game state, easily opening a normal electric generator.SOLUTION: The Pachinko game machine includes, when shifting a game state to an auxiliary game high-profit state after finishing a special game, a plurality of types of prescribed-number-of-time candidate groups where one or a plurality of types of prescribed-number-of-time candidates are grouped. The game machine defines, as the prescribed number of times, any of prescribed-number-of-time candidates included in one prescribed-number-of-time candidate group of the plurality of types of prescribed-number-of-time candidate groups. The Pachinko game machine is so configured that a player can determine any prescribed-number-of-time candidate group of the plurality of types of prescribed-number-of-time candidate groups.

Description

  It relates to pachinko machines.

  The current mainstream pachinko machine performs lottery using a random number acquired when entering the starting gate, and after the identification information is changed for a predetermined time, the identification information is stopped and displayed. Is a predetermined mode, a special game is executed in which a variable winning opening that is normally closed is opened. By the way, in recent years, the necessity of developing a model that is not bound by the conventional type 1 type, type 2 type, type 3 or the like frame has been recognized in order to further improve game playability. 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 players to understand game playability, it is necessary to follow the main parts of the conventional specifications and maintain friendliness, and on this model, a novel game can be realized Development is desired.

  Here, when paying attention to the conventional “pachinko gaming machine having the first type of function”, many pachinko gaming machines of this type are equipped with an accessory called an ordinary electric accessory at the starting port. When the game is in a specific gaming state, the ordinary electric accessory is easily opened, so that it is easy to enter the starting port. And many techniques are employed to improve the interest of the game by making it possible to change whether or not to shift to a specific game state and the duration of the specific game state based on the type of jackpot symbol.

JP 2005-261575 A JP 2005-319286 A JP 2011-104342 A

  However, since many of these methods have been conventionally employed, there is a problem that the gameability is monotonous and the player may feel frustrated.

The pachinko gaming machine according to this aspect is
A main game unit (for example, main controller 1000) that executes the main game;
An auxiliary game unit (for example, an auxiliary game peripheral device D) that executes an auxiliary game that supports the main game;
A main game start port (for example, a first main game start port 2210, a second main game start port 2110) into which a game ball can enter;
An auxiliary game start port (for example, auxiliary game start port 2410) into which a game ball can enter,
A member attached to the main game start port (for example, the second main game start port 2110) that is displaceable between an open state and a closed state. For example, the game ball can enter the second main game start port 2110) or can enter the ball easily compared to the closed state, and when it is displaced to the closed state, the main game start port (for example, the second main game start port 2110). A variable member configured to make it difficult for a game ball to enter the game start port 2110) or to enter the game starting port 2110) in comparison with the open state (for example, the second big prize opening electric accessory 2222);
A variable winning opening (for example, a first grand prize opening 2120, a second big prize opening 2220) that can take an open state and a closed state;
A main game identification information display unit (for example, a first main game symbol display unit 2131, a second main game symbol display unit 2231) capable of displaying main game identification information;
An auxiliary game identification information display unit (for example, an auxiliary game symbol display device 2420) capable of displaying the auxiliary game identification information,
The main game unit (for example, the main control device 1000)
Main game random number acquisition means (for example, main game random number acquisition means for acquiring main game random numbers based on the entrance of game balls into the main game start ports (for example, the first main game start port 2210, the second main game start port 2110) First main game random number acquisition determination execution means 1121, second main game random number acquisition determination execution means 1122),
Based on the main game random number acquired by the main game random number acquisition means (for example, the first main game random number acquisition determination execution means 1121 and the second main game random number acquisition determination execution means 1122), stop identification information of the main game identification information Main game identification information display content determination means (for example, first main game content determination means 1141, second main game content determination means 1142),
Based on the determination by the main game identification information display content determination means (for example, the first main game content determination means 1141 and the second main game content determination means 1142), the main game identification information display section (for example, the first main game design symbol). After the main game identification information is variably displayed on the display unit 2131 and the second main game symbol display unit 2231), the main game identification information display control means for controlling to stop display the stop identification information of the main game identification information ( For example, first main game symbol control means 1151, second main game symbol control means 1152),
When a predetermined mode is stopped and displayed as the stop identification information of the main game identification information, a special game that can open the variable winning ports (for example, the first big winning port 2120 and the second big winning port 2220) in the closed state. Special game control means for executing (for example, special game control means 1170),
The auxiliary game part (for example, auxiliary game peripheral device D)
Auxiliary game random number acquisition means (for example, auxiliary game random number acquisition determination execution means 1123) for acquiring an auxiliary game random number based on a game ball entering the auxiliary game start port (for example, auxiliary game start port 2410); ,
Auxiliary game identification information display content determination means for determining stop identification information of the auxiliary game identification information based on the auxiliary game random number acquired by the auxiliary game random number acquisition means (for example, the auxiliary game random number acquisition determination execution means 1123) For example, auxiliary game content determination means 1143)
Based on the determination by the auxiliary game identification information display content determination means (for example, the auxiliary game content determination means 1143), the auxiliary game identification information display unit (for example, the auxiliary game symbol display device 2420) variably displays the auxiliary game identification information. After that, auxiliary game identification information display control means (for example, auxiliary game symbol control means 1153) for controlling to stop display the stop identification information of the auxiliary game identification information,
When the specific mode is stopped and displayed as the stop identification information of the auxiliary game identification information, an easy-to-play game that can displace the variable member (for example, the second big prize opening electric accessory 2222) from the closed state to the open state is executed. Easy-to-enter ball game execution means (for example, electric accessory opening and closing control means 1160),
The gaming state related to the expected average execution time of easy entry games per unit time includes an auxiliary gaming low profit state and an auxiliary gaming high profit state that is a gaming state in which the expected average execution time is longer than the auxiliary gaming low profit state. In addition, the special game is controlled so that it can be in a supplementary game high profit state after the end of the special game. When the cumulative number of the unit counted from the end of the game reaches a predetermined number of times, control is performed so that the auxiliary game can be in a low profit state.
When transitioning to the auxiliary gaming high profit state after the end of the special game, there is a plurality of types of predetermined number of candidate groups in which one or a plurality of types of predetermined number of times candidates are grouped. Any one of the predetermined number of candidates included in one predetermined number of candidate groups can be set to the predetermined number of times, and any one of the plurality of types of predetermined number of candidate groups is selected. This is a pachinko gaming machine characterized in that the player can determine whether or not.

  According to the pachinko gaming machine according to the present aspect, in a pachinko gaming machine configured to facilitate entry into the starting port by allowing the ordinary electric accessory to be easily opened in a specific gaming state, There is an effect that it becomes possible to improve interest.

FIG. 1 is a front view of a pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 2 is a rear view of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 3 is an overall electrical configuration diagram of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 4 is a functional block diagram of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 5 is a main flowchart on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 6 is a flowchart of auxiliary game content determination random number acquisition processing on the main control device side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 7 is a flowchart of the electric accessory driving determination process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 8 is a flowchart of main game content determination random number acquisition processing on the main control device side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 9 is a flowchart of main game symbol display processing on the main control device side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 10 is a flowchart of the first (second) main game symbol display process on the main control device side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 11 is a table configuration diagram used in the first (second) main game symbol display process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 12 is a flowchart of a specific game end determination process on the main control device side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 13 is a flowchart of the special game operating condition determination process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 14 is a flowchart of special game control processing on the main control device side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 15 is a flowchart of the gaming state determination process after the special game is completed on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 16 is a flowchart of the time-sequential number-assignment control process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 17 is a main flowchart on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 18 is a flowchart of the hold information management process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 19 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display content determination process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 20 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display control process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 21 is a flowchart of special game-related display control processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 22 is an operation diagram of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 23 is a table configuration diagram used in the first (second) main game symbol display process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the first modification of the present embodiment. FIG. 24 is a flowchart of the specific game end determination process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the first modification of the present embodiment. FIG. 25 is a flowchart of special game control processing on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 1 of the present embodiment. FIG. 26 is a flowchart of the probability change game transition distribution control process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the first modification of the present embodiment. FIG. 27 is a flowchart of the distribution game execution content determination process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 1 of the present embodiment. FIG. 28 is a flowchart of the distribution game execution process on the main control device side in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 1 of the present embodiment. FIG. 29 is a flowchart of the gaming state determination process after the special game is completed on the main control device side in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 1 of the present embodiment. FIG. 30 is a flowchart of special game-related display control processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 1 of the present embodiment. FIG. 31 is a flowchart of the distribution game execution content determination process on the main control device side in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 2 of the present embodiment.

Form to carry out

  First, the meaning of each term in this specification will be described. “Pitching” includes not only winning a prize ball to be paid out, but also passing to a “through chucker” without winning a prize ball. “Open state, open state” and “closed state, closed state” are, for example, in the configuration of a general big prize opening (so-called attacker), open state = easy-to-win state and closed state = non-winning state Easy state. Also, for example, a state protruding from the game board (player side) (hereinafter sometimes referred to as advance state) and a state of being retracted into the game board (side opposite to the player side) (hereinafter referred to as retreat state) In a configuration (so-called velo-type attacker) that can take the following conditions, the advance state = easy-to-win state and the evacuation state = non-easy-to-win state. “Random number” is a random number used in a lottery (lottery by an electronic computer) to determine some game content in a pachinko game machine, and includes a pseudo-random number in addition to a random number in a narrow sense (for example, a hard- Random numbers and soft random numbers as pseudo-random numbers). For example, the so-called “basic random numbers” that affect the outcome of the game, specifically, “winning random numbers (random numbers for success / failure lottery)” related to the transition of special games, and the variation mode (or variation time) of the identification symbol "Variation mode determination random number" for determining, "symbol determination random number" for determining a stop symbol, "hit symbol determination random number" for determining whether or not to shift to a specific game (for example, probability variation game) after a special game, etc. be able to. 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. Also, in this specification, the number of random numbers may be displayed in the form of the number of random numbers or a plurality of random numbers, but one entry (for example, starting entrance) that triggers the acquisition of random numbers. The random number obtained by entering the ball is referred to as one (ie, in the above example, the random number bundle of winning random number + variation mode determining random number + design determining random number... Is referred to as one random number) . Further, for example, a kind of random number (for example, a winning random number) may also serve as another kind of random number (for example, a symbol determination random number). “Game state” means, for example, a transition to a special game state rather than a non-stochastic game state in which a lottery probability for transition to a special game state or a special game state in which a special winning opening can be in an open state is a predetermined value. A probabilistic variable gaming state with a high lottery probability, an auxiliary gaming state with assistance for winning at the starting port that becomes a lottery opportunity for special games (so-called normal symbol short-time state, for example, a variable member is attached to the starting port In such a case, the variable member may be one or a combination of a plurality of combinations such as a long opening period of the variable member, a high probability of winning the opening of the variable member, and a short notification time of the result of the variable member opening lottery. “Estimated average execution time of easy-to-play games per unit time” is assumed to be a situation in which there is a constant change in the auxiliary game symbol (for example, there is always a hold related to the auxiliary game symbol). In this case, it means the ratio of the open period per unit time (for example, 5 minutes) of the variable member attached to the start port. In terms of internal processing, in other words, for example, When a variable member is attached to the start port, the length of the variable member opening period (so-called open extension function activated / non-actuated state), the normal symbol (auxiliary game symbol) that triggers the opening of the variable member is won Probability level (so-called ordinary figure high probability state / low probability state), normal symbol (auxiliary game symbol), which is the trigger for opening the variable member, the length of change time (so-called usual figure fluctuation reduction function) Operating condition-actuated state), is realized by any one or more combinations of the like.

  The following embodiment is a model in which two conventional type 1 pachinko gaming machines are mixed (type 1 type 1 complex machine). However, the present invention is not limited to this, and is applicable to other game machines (for example, conventional 1st type, 2nd type, 3rd type, general pachinko game machines such as general electric roles). . Note that this embodiment is merely an example, the location and function of each means, the order of each step regarding various processes, the timing of flag on / off, the name of the means responsible for each step, etc. It is not limited to the following aspects. In addition, the above-described embodiments and modified examples should not be understood as being limited to being applied to specific items, and may be in any combination. For example, it should be understood that a modification example of an embodiment is a modification example of another embodiment, and even if one modification example and another modification example are described independently, there is the modification example. It should be understood that a combination of the modified example and another modified example is also described. In the present embodiment, there are a lottery table and a reference table for various tables, but these are not limited, and the lottery table may be a reference table or vice versa.

  Here, before describing each component, the characteristics (outline) of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment will be described. Hereinafter, each element will be described in detail with reference to the drawings.

  First, the basic structure of the front side of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. Pachinko gaming machines mainly consist 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 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 through a hinge mechanism (not shown) so as to be opened and closed. 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 an unillustrated hinge mechanism so as to be opened and closed. The upper ball tray 110 has mechanisms for storing game balls, sending 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, the game board 120 has a game area 120 defined by an outer rail 122 and an inner rail 124. The game area 120 includes a first main game start port 2210, a second main game start port 2110, an auxiliary game start port 2410, a mechanism such as a plurality of game nails and a windmill (not shown), various general winning ports, and the like. A first grand prize opening 2120, a second grand prize opening 2220 (or may be called a distribution prize opening 2220), a first main game symbol display device 2130, a second main game symbol display device 2230, an effect display device 2140, An auxiliary game symbol display device 2420, a center decoration 192, and an out port 142 are provided. Hereinafter, each element will be described in detail.

  Next, the first main game start port 2210 is installed as a start winning port corresponding to the first main game. As a specific configuration, the first main game start port 2210 includes a first main game start port entrance detection device 2211. Here, the first main game start port entrance detection device 2211 is a sensor that detects the entrance of a game ball into the first main game start port 2210, and the first main game start that indicates the entrance at the time of entrance. The entrance ball information is generated.

  Next, the second main game start port 2110 is installed as a start winning port corresponding to the second main game. As a specific configuration, the second main game start port 2110 includes a second main game start port entrance detection device 2111 and a second main game start port electric accessory 2112. Here, the second main game start entrance entrance detection device 2111 is a sensor for detecting the entrance of a game ball into the second main game start entrance 2110, and the second main game start indicating the entrance at the time of entrance. The entrance ball information is generated. Next, the second main game start opening electric accessory 2112 changes between a closed state where it is difficult for a game ball to win the second main game start opening 2110 and an open state where the game ball is more likely to win than the normal state.

  Here, in the present embodiment, the first main game start port 2210 and the second main game start port 2110 are provided apart from each other, and the game flows down the left side of the game area 120 (based on the center of the game area). The ball is configured to be easily guided to the first main game start port 2210, but not easily guided to the second main game start port 2110. On the other hand, the game ball flowing down the right side of the game area 120 (based on the center of the game area) is not easily guided to the first main game start port 2210, but is easily guided to the second main game start port 2110. . It should be noted that “easy to be guided” and “not easily guided” are determined, for example, by the magnitude of the number of entered balls when 10,000 balls are launched to the right and left, respectively.

  In the present embodiment, the electric combination is provided on the second main game start port 2110 side, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the electric combination is provided on the first main game start port 2210 side. May be. Furthermore, in the present embodiment, the first main game start port 2210 and the second main game start port 2110 are spaced apart from each other, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the first main game start port 2210 and the first main game start port 2210 The two main game start ports 2110 may be arranged so as to overlap with each other. In that case, the upper portion of the second main game start port 2110 is blocked by the presence of the first main game start port 2210. May be.

  Next, the auxiliary game start port 2410 includes an auxiliary game start port entrance detection device 2411. Here, the auxiliary game start port entrance detection device 2411 is a sensor that detects the entrance of a game ball to the auxiliary game start port 2410, and generates auxiliary game start port entrance information indicating the entrance at the time of entrance. To do. The entry of the game ball into the auxiliary game start port 2410 triggers a lottery for expanding the second main game start port electric accessory 2112 of the second main game start port 2110.

  Here, in the present embodiment, the game ball flowing down on the right side of the game area 120 (reference to the center of the game area) is easily guided to the auxiliary game start port 2410, while the left side of the game area 120 (reference to the center of the game area). ) Is configured to be difficult to be guided to the auxiliary game start port 2410 (but is not limited to this, the game ball flowing down the left side of the game area 120 (based on the center of the game area) May be configured to be easily guided to the auxiliary game start port 2410}.

  Next, in the present embodiment, a plurality of entrances into which game balls can enter are provided on the upper right side of the game area 120 (based on the center of the game area). It is configured to be able to execute special games when triggered by Specifically, a base member 2550 having a flat plate shape that is configured to be detachable from the game area 120 (for example, fixed to the game area 120 by a screw 2451), and a specific entrance A2531 (specific entry A2531). A specific entrance A entrance detection device 2531a for detecting entry into the ball, a specific entrance B 2532 (a specific entrance B entrance detection device 2532a for detecting entry into the specific entrance B 2532), and The specific entrance C2533 (the specific entrance C entrance detection device 2533a for detecting the entrance to the specific entrance C2533) and the game ball guiding member 2552 are integrally formed of a synthetic resin or the like as the same member. An example of the short-time frequency-sorting accessory 2500 is shown as an example. Here, the specific entrance A2531, the specific entrance B2532, and the specific entrance C2533 are arranged adjacent to each other in the horizontal direction (viewed from the player side), and the right and left of the adjacently arranged areas A game ball guide member 2552 is arranged on both sides (in this example, a game ball guide member 2552a is arranged on the left side of the specific entrance A2531, and a game ball guide member 2552b is arranged on the right side of the specific entrance C2533). . A game ball guiding member 2600 capable of displacement control (drive control) is disposed substantially directly above the specific ball entrance A2531, the specific ball entrance B2532, and the specific ball entrance C2533.

  Here, the game ball guiding member 2600 is configured to be capable of displacement control with the center of the member (player viewpoint) as a rotation axis {for example, the rotation axis is coupled to a drive source (stepping motor or the like) Is configured to perform a rotational motion by being driven. Then, the game ball guiding member 2600 has a first position that can be guided (or easily) to the specific entrance A2531, and cannot be guided (or difficult) to the specific entrance B2532 and the specific entrance C2533, and the specific entrance A second position that can be guided (or easy) to the entrance B2532 and cannot be guided (or difficult) to the specific entrance A2531 and the specific entrance C2533, and can be guided (or easy) to the specific entrance C2533 It is configured to be displaced at least to a third position where it is impossible (or difficult) to guide to the ball opening A2531 and the specific ball opening B2532 (more specific displacement control will be described later). With this configuration, there is one entrance through which the game ball guiding member 2600 passes to reach the game ball guiding member 2600 (in this example, the entrance is realized by a nail arrangement disposed above the game ball guiding member 2600. However, it is easy to configure the entrance with other members), and after passing through the entrance, the game ball guiding member 2600 provides a plurality of balls that trigger the start of a special game after the jackpot symbol is stopped. It will be guided to one of the mouths (note that, as shown in this example, the game ball is configured to pass through the entrance with a high probability by performing a so-called right strike). In this example, the game ball can be discharged out of the time-sorted accessory 2500 from the gap between the game ball guide member 2552a (or the game ball guide member 2552b) and the game ball guide member 2600 (in other words, a big hit After the symbol stops, it is configured to be discharged without entering any of the plurality of entrances that trigger the start of the special game), but is not limited to this, and the gap does not occur ( In other words, after passing through the entrance, it may be configured to always enter any of a plurality of entrances that trigger the start of the special game. Further, the position detection method of the game ball guiding member 2600 is not particularly limited, but in the following description, whether the game ball guiding member 2600 is stationary at the first position or the second position, Or it shall be comprised so that it can detect whether it is still in the 3rd position (for example, it is provided with the sensor which can detect the rest position and inclination angle of game ball guidance member 2600).

  The specific entrance A2531 is provided with a specific entrance A entrance detection device 2531a that is a sensor for detecting the entrance of a game ball into the entrance. Inside the mouth B2532, a specific entrance B entrance detection device 2532a, which is a sensor for detecting the entrance of a game ball into the entrance, is provided, and inside the specific entrance C2533 Are provided with a specific entrance C entrance detection device 2533a, which is a sensor for detecting the entrance of a game ball into the entrance, but these sensors (specific entrance A entrance detection device). 2531a, the specific entrance B entrance detection device 2532a, and the specific entrance C entrance detection device 2533a) may be the same member (unitized) as the time-sorted assigned character 2500 or may be provided as separate members (assembly) May be configured.

  Next, a first grand prize winning port 2120 and a second grand prize winning port 2220 are provided above the out port 142, and a game ball that flows down on the right side or the left side (based on the center of the game region) of the game region 120. Is configured to easily pass through an area where the first grand prize winning port 2120 and the second big prize winning port 2220 are arranged before reaching the out port 142.

  Next, the first grand prize winning opening 2120 has a horizontal rectangular shape which is opened when the first main game symbol (special symbol) or the second main game symbol (special symbol) is stopped by the big hit symbol. 142 is a winning opening corresponding to the main game, located above 142. Specifically, the first grand prize opening 2120 includes a first grand prize opening prize detection device 2121 for detecting the entry of a game ball, a first grand prize opening electric accessory 2122 (and a first grand prize prize). Mouth solenoid 2122a). Here, the first grand prize opening winning detection device 2121 is a sensor for detecting the entry of a game ball into the first big prize opening 2120, and the first big winning opening entrance information indicating the entry at the time of entering the ball. Is generated. The first grand prize opening electric accessory 2122 changes the first big prize opening 2120 in the first grand prize opening 2120 between a normal state where game balls cannot be won or difficult to win and an open state where game balls are easy to win (first). 1) The first prize winning solenoid 2122a is excited and varied). In the present embodiment, the mode of the big winning opening is a mode in which a horizontal rectangular shape is formed and the game ball is variable between a normal state where the game ball cannot be won or difficult to win and an open state where the game ball is easy to win. It is not limited to. In that case, for example, an aspect (so-called so-called, a so-called advancing state in which the bar-like member provided in the big prize opening protrudes toward the player side and a retracted state in which it is retracted toward the player side) (Bello-type attacker), which is suitable when it is desired to ensure that the number of balls entered into the big prize opening is a predetermined number (for example, 10).

  Next, the second grand prize winning port 2220 is formed in a horizontal rectangular shape that is opened when the first main game symbol (special symbol) or the second main game symbol (special symbol) stops at the big hit symbol. It is a winning opening corresponding to the main game, located above the opening 142. As a specific configuration, the second grand prize opening 2220 includes a second big prize opening prize detection device 2221 and a specific area 2221a for detecting the entry of a game ball, and a second big prize opening electric accessory 2222 (and A second grand prize opening solenoid 2222a). Here, the second grand prize opening winning detection device 2221 is a sensor that detects the entry of a game ball into the second big prize winning opening 2220, and the second big winning opening entrance information indicating the entry at the time of entry. Is generated. The specific area 2221a is a sensor that detects the entry of a game ball into the second grand prize opening 2220, and generates specific area entry information indicating the entry at the time of entry. The game ball that has entered the second grand prize opening 2220 is configured to be detected by one of the second big prize opening prize detection device 2221 and the specific area 2221a. Next, the second grand prize opening electric accessory 2222 has the second grand prize opening 2220 in the second grand prize opening 2220 in a normal state in which a game ball cannot be won or difficult to win and in an open state in which the game ball is easy to win. It is varied (the distribution winning prize solenoid 2222a is excited and varied). In the present embodiment, the mode of the big winning opening is a mode in which a horizontal rectangular shape is formed and the game ball is variable between a normal state where the game ball cannot be won or difficult to win and an open state where the game ball is easy to win. It is not limited to. In that case, for example, an aspect (so-called so-called, a so-called advancing state in which the bar-like member provided in the big prize opening protrudes toward the player side and a retracted state in which it is retracted toward the player side) (Bello-type attacker), which is suitable when it is desired to ensure that the number of balls entered into the big prize opening is a predetermined number (for example, 10).

  Next, the first main game symbol display device 2130 (second main game symbol display device 2230) is related to the first main game symbol (second main game symbol) corresponding to the first main game (second main game symbol). It is a device that executes the display and the like. Specifically, the first main game symbol display device 2130 (second main game symbol display device 2230) includes a first main game symbol display unit 2131 (second main game symbol display unit 2231) and a first main game. And a symbol hold display unit 2132 (second main game symbol hold display unit 2232). Here, the first main game symbol hold display unit 2132 (second main game symbol hold display unit 2232) is composed of four lamps, and the number of lighting of the lamps is the first main game (second main game). This corresponds to the number of random numbers held (the number of main game symbols that have not been executed). In addition, the 1st main game symbol display part 2131 (2nd main game symbol display part 2231) is comprised by 7 segment LED, for example, and the 1st main game symbol (2nd main game symbol) is "0"-"9". ”Is displayed with 10 types of numbers and“ − ”of losing {but not limited to this, a 7-segment LED is set so that it is difficult for the player to recognize which main game symbol is displayed. It is preferable to use and display by a symbol or the like. In addition, the hold number display is not limited to being composed of four lamps, but can be configured to display a maximum of four hold numbers (for example, composed of one lamp, (Equation 1: lighting, hold number 2: slow blink, hold number 3: medium blink, hold number 4: fast blink)).

  Since the first main game symbol (second main game symbol) does not necessarily have an effect role, in this embodiment, the first main game symbol display device 2130 (second main game symbol display device 2230). The size of is set to be inconspicuous. However, in the case of adopting a method in which the first decorative symbol (second decorative symbol) is not displayed by giving a directing role to the first main gaming symbol (second main gaming symbol) itself, the effect described later You may comprise so that a 1st main game symbol (2nd main game symbol) may be displayed on a liquid crystal display like the display apparatus 2140. FIG.

  Next, the effect display device 2140 is a device that displays an effect image including a decorative symbol that fluctuates and stops in conjunction with the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol. Here, as a specific configuration, the effect display device 2140 includes an illustration display unit 2311 where an effect is executed including a variation display of decorative symbols, and an illustration hold display unit 2312 (not shown). Here, the figure display unit 2311 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 effect display device 2140 is composed of a liquid crystal display in the present embodiment, but may be composed of other display means such as a mechanical drum or LED. Next, the drawing hold display unit 2312 is composed of four lamps, and the lamps are interlocked with the holding lamps of the main game symbol.

  Next, the auxiliary game symbol display device 2420 is a device that executes display related to the auxiliary game symbols. Specifically, the auxiliary game symbol display device 2420 includes an auxiliary game symbol display unit 2421 and an auxiliary game symbol hold display unit 2422. Here, the auxiliary game symbol hold display unit 2422 is composed of four lamps, and the number of lighting of the lamps corresponds to the number of auxiliary game symbol changes held (the number of auxiliary game symbol changes that have not been executed).

  Next, the center decoration 192 is installed around the effect display device 2140, and has functions such as a flow path of the game ball, protection of the effect display device 2310, 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 blinking 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 game operation such as lottery when entering the first main game starting port 2210 (second main game starting port 2110) (ie, game Main control device (main board) 1000 that performs control directly related to the profits of the player, and effect control means (sub control) that performs display control related to various effects on the effect display device 2140 that adds interest to the game content Main control unit) 2320, an effect display device (sub-sub control unit) 2310 that mainly performs effect display, and supply from the prize ball tank 212 in accordance with the prize ball tank 212, the prize ball rail 214, and each prize opening. A prize ball payout mechanism (set base) 210 having a payout unit 216 for paying out the game balls to be played to the upper ball tray 110, and a prize ball payout control device for controlling a payout operation by the payout unit 216 000, a launching device 232 that launches game balls (reserved balls) of the upper ball tray 110 to the game area 120 one by one, a launch control board 230 that controls the launching operation of the launching device 232, and each part of the pachinko gaming machine A power supply unit 290 that supplies electric power, a power switch 292 that is a switch for turning on and off the power of the pachinko gaming machine, and the like are provided on the back surface of the front frame 104 (opposite the game side).

Next, an electrical schematic configuration of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment will be described with reference to the block diagram of FIG. First, the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment, as described above, pays out game balls based on the main control board 1000 that controls the progress of the game and information (signals, commands, etc.) from the main control board 1000. Based on information (signals, commands, etc.) from the prize ball payout control board 3000 to be controlled, various effects on the effect display device 2140 such as variation / stop of decorative symbols, sound from the speaker 114, The sub-control board 2000 (in this example, the sub-main control unit 2320 and the sub-sub-control unit 2310 are arranged on one board) that controls execution of the lighting of the game effect lamp 190, error notification, and the like. A power supply unit 290 that supplies power to the entire gaming machine including the control board is mainly configured. Here, the sub-control board 2000 controls the sub-main control unit 2320 for controlling various effects on the effect display device 2140 such as decoration pattern change / stop, sound from the speaker 114, lighting of the game effect lamp 190, and error notification. And two control units of a sub-sub control unit 2310 that executes display processing such as decorative display variation display / stop display, hold display, and advance notice display on the effect display device 2140. The main control board 1000, the prize ball payout control board 3000, the sub-main control unit 2320, and the sub-sub control unit 2310 include a CPU that performs various arithmetic processes, and a ROM that stores programs that prescribe the arithmetic processes of the CPU and CPU RAM that temporarily stores data (various data generated during the game, computer programs read from the ROM, etc.) is installed. Hereinafter, a schematic configuration of each substrate and an electrical connection mode between each substrate / device will be outlined.

  First, the main control board 1000 includes a winning mouth sensor S {first main game start entrance entrance detection device 2211, second main game start entrance entrance detection device 2111, auxiliary game start entrance entrance detection device 2411, 1st grand prize opening prize detection device 2121, 2nd big prize opening prize detection device 2221, general winning detection apparatus (not shown, the general winning entry is a winning entrance that has a winning ball but does not perform symbol lottery )}, And the short-time frequency-assignment accessory 2500 (particularly connected to the driving source of the game ball guiding member 2600, and the driving source is driven and controlled by the main control board 1000 as will be described later. It is configured to control the displacement operation of the game ball guiding member 2600 at 1000. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the drive source is configured to repeat a predetermined operation from when the game machine is powered on. Even In this case, it is not necessary to connect the driving source of the game ball guiding member 2600 and the main control board 1000, and it is not necessary to control the displacement operation of the game ball guiding member 2600 by the main control board 1000. (Supplementary note), drive solenoids (not shown) (the above-mentioned first grand prize opening electric combination solenoid 2122a, second big prize opening electric combination solenoid 2222a, etc.), information display LEDs (not shown), etc. It is electrically connected to an input / output device that is essential for progress, and controls the progress of the game based on input signals from each input device. Further, the main control board 1000 is also electrically connected to the prize ball payout control board 3000 and the sub control board 2000 (sub-main control unit 2320 / sub-sub control unit 2310). And the like (commands) relating to the award ball payout control board 3000 and information (commands) relating to performance / game progress etc. to the sub-control board 2000. The main control board 1000 can be connected to the hall computer H or the like via an external connection terminal (not shown), and is connected to the hall computer H via the external connection terminal, whereby the main control board 1000 is connected. The game-related information can be output from an external device to an external device.

  In the present embodiment, as indicated by the arrows in FIG. 3, the main control board 1000 and the winning ball payout control board 3000 are configured to be capable of bidirectional communication, while the main control board 1000 and the sub main The control unit 2320 is configured to allow one-way communication from the main control board 1000 to the sub-main control unit 2320 (the communication method may be either serial communication or parallel communication). The communication between control boards (between control devices) may be one-way communication or two-way communication.

  Next, the prize ball payout control board 3000 is a prize ball payout mechanism 210 that executes the payout of game balls, and a device that can be operated by the player. It is connected to the game ball lending device 100 for transmission. Although not shown, in the present embodiment, the control circuit unit of the launching device is provided in the prize ball payout control board, and the prize ball payout control board and the launching device (launching handle, firing motor, ball feeding device). Etc.). In the present embodiment, the game ball lending device 100 is separately provided and adjacent to the game machine. However, the game ball lending device 100 may be integrated with the game machine. Control and management control of recording media for lending such as electronic money may be integrated.

  Next, the sub-control board 2000, as described above, provides a game ball guidance such as an effect display device 2140 for displaying decorative symbols and the like, a speaker 114, a game effect lamp 190, and a game ball guiding member 2600 such as a stationary position and a tilt angle. Position information of the member 2600 (in this example, as described above, the game ball guiding member 2600 is stationary at the first position, stationary at the second position, or stationary at the third position. Are connected to a game ball guiding member position detection sensor 2613a which is a sensor capable of detecting whether or not) and a drive device (not shown) for other effects. In the present embodiment, as described above, the sub-main control unit 2320 and the sub-sub control unit 2310 are included in the sub-control board 2000, and the audio control and game effect ( Lighting) Control of lighting of the lamp 190 and determination control of display contents to be displayed on the effect display device are performed, and display control (substantial display control) on the effect display device is performed by the sub-sub control unit 2310. It is configured. In this embodiment, the sub-main control unit 2320 and the sub-sub control unit 2310 are configured to be integrated on the sub-control board 2000. However, the present invention is not limited to this (configured as a separate board). However, it is possible to reduce the situation that space is merited and noise is mixed into the wiring or the like by being configured to be integrated). Also, the work sharing between the two control units can be changed as appropriate, for example, the sub-sub control unit 2310 executes voice control (suitable when a voice control circuit integrated with the VDP is adopted). Further, an electronic value may be given without giving a physical prize ball as a prize ball.

  Next, various functions of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment will be described with reference to the block diagram of FIG. First, the main control device 1000 includes gaming peripheral devices (first main gaming peripheral device A, second main gaming peripheral device B, first and second main gaming shared peripheral device C, auxiliary gaming peripheral device D), A sub-main control unit 2320 (production display control unit 2320) related to the production is connected to a prize ball payout control device 3000 that performs payout control of a predetermined number of prize balls based on a payout instruction from the main control device 1000, so that information can be transmitted. ing. Further, the sub main control unit 2320 (effect display control means 2320) is electrically connected to the sub sub control unit 2310 (effect display means 2310) for executing image effects, various game effect lamps 190 (for example, side lamps), the speaker 114, and the like. It is connected. Further, the prize ball payout control device 3000 is electrically connected to a prize ball payout device including a stepping motor, a sprocket, and the like. The main control device 1000, the sub main control unit 2320 (effect display control means 2320), the sub sub control unit 2310 (effect display means 2310), the prize ball payout control device 3000, and the like store data and programs in hardware. ROM, RAM, 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, each unit included in the peripheral device (for example, the game peripheral device 2000) may be configured to be mounted on the main controller 1000. The details of each means (device) will be described below.

  First, the main control device 1000 includes a game control means 1100 for controlling the main game (first main game, second main game, special game), auxiliary game, and general game, and various game information on the game peripheral device 2000 side. {For example, stop symbol information, stop symbol attribute information {for example, 16R big hit, 8R big hit, 4R big hit, losing}, information on variation mode (for example, variation time), special game start signal / state information / end signal, Information transmission control means 1300 (and a command transmission buffer 1301 for accumulating unsent commands) for transmitting the hold information, etc., and a predetermined winning ball is paid out based on the winning of the game ball to various winning ports. And a prize ball payout determining means 1400 for controlling the prize ball payout control device 3000.

  Here, the game control means 1100 determines whether or not each random number can be acquired by determining whether or not each ball can be acquired, and whether or not the ball determination means 1110 determines whether the game ball flows into each ball entrance (starting port, etc.). Random number acquisition determination execution means 1120 for acquiring each random number, a hold control means 1130 for temporarily storing a ball entering each start port during a variable display as a hold ball within an upper limit number, and a first to be described later On the basis of each random number, a lottery means 1135 for lottery for determining whether the special game is successful or not and whether the second main game starting port electric accessory 2112 is open based on the main game side random number, the second main game side random number, and the auxiliary game side random number, Symbol content determination means 1140 for determining the stop symbol and variation mode (variation time, etc.) of each symbol, display control means 1150 for controlling the variation and stop display of each symbol, and the second main game start port 21 0 for controlling the opening / closing of the second main game start opening electric accessory 2112 and the special control for controlling the special game advantageous to the player over the normal game. Game control means 1170, distribution game execution control means 1175 for controlling the distribution game for determining whether or not to shift to the probability variation state after the end of the special game, the first main game and the second main game In addition, regarding the auxiliary game, a determination as to which game state the current game state is to be transferred to, a specific game control means 1180 for performing a process of shifting the game state based on the determination, and current and past game states [e.g. , States relating to the main game {normal gaming state, specific gaming state (probability varying gaming state, time-saving gaming state), special gaming state}, auxiliary gaming state (easy release state, non-easy Game for temporarily storing the release state), the stop symbol and the variation mode information relating to the main game symbol and the auxiliary game symbol, the on / off status of various flags, the game state during the special game (for example, the number of rounds and the number of winning prizes), etc. State temporary storage means 1190. Hereinafter, each means will be described in detail.

  First, the entrance determination means 1110 is directed to the first main game start entrance entrance determination means 1111 and the second main game start entrance 2110 that determine whether or not a game ball has entered the first main game start entrance 2210. Second main game start opening entrance determining means 1112 that determines whether or not a game ball has entered, and auxiliary game entrance entrance determination that determines whether or not a game ball has flowed into the auxiliary game start opening 2410 And means 1113.

  Next, the random number acquisition determination execution means 1120 determines whether or not to acquire the first main game side random number based on the game ball entering the first main game start port 2210, and according to the determination result, A first main game random number acquisition determination execution means 1121 for acquiring random numbers (for example, a first winning random number, a first variation mode determination random number, a first main game symbol determination random number, etc.) and a game to the second main game start port 2110 It is determined whether or not the second main game random number is acquired based on the incoming ball, and the random number (for example, the second winning random number, the second variation mode determining random number, the second main game symbol, etc.) according to the determination result A second main game random number acquisition determination execution unit 1122 for acquiring a determined random number, etc., and determining whether or not the auxiliary game side selection random number can be acquired, and executing an auxiliary game random number acquisition determination for acquiring the random number based on the determination result Means 1123.

  Here, the “random number” in the claims and the present specification including the above is, for example, “0” to “65535” or “random number” assigned according to the type of random number (for example, a winning random number or a variation mode determining random number). It is a value randomly selected from a predetermined range such as “0” to “255”. 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 means 1130 determines whether or not to temporarily store the first main game random number acquired in a situation where the first main game symbol variation permission has not been given, and based on the determination result, the random number is determined. The first main game symbol holding means 1131 for holding in the first main game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1131a until the symbol change permission is lowered, and the second acquired in the situation where the second main game symbol change permission is not lowered. It is determined whether or not the main game side random number is temporarily stored, and based on the determination result, the second main game symbol for holding the random number in the second main game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1132a until the symbol variation permission is lowered. It is determined whether or not to temporarily store the holding game 1132 and the auxiliary game side random number acquired in a situation where the auxiliary game symbol variation permission has not been granted, and the random number is reduced based on the determination result. Up has an auxiliary game symbol hold means 1133 for holding the auxiliary game symbol reservation information temporary storage means 1133a, the. Here, the first main game symbol holding means 1131, the second main game symbol holding means 1132 and the auxiliary game symbol holding means 1133 can temporarily store up to four random numbers combined with the holding order. The first main game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1131a, the second main game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1132a, and the auxiliary game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1133a are provided.

  Next, the success / failure lottery means 1135 determines whether or not to win a special game if the result of the success / failure lottery is a win (for example, internally turns on the winning flag), and the success / failure lottery means 1135a. And a success / failure lottery table 1135b which is referred to when performing. Here, the success / failure lottery table 1135b performs the first main game success / failure lottery table 1135b-1 referred to when performing the success / failure lottery with respect to the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol with respect to success / failure lottery. And a second main game success / failure lottery table 1135b-3 referred to at the time. An example of a detailed table configuration will be described later.

  Next, the symbol content determination means 1140 determines the stop symbol and variation mode (variation time, etc.) of the first main game symbol based on the acquired game content determination random number (first main game random number). A second main game content determination unit 1142 that determines a stop pattern and a variation mode (variation time, etc.) of the second main game symbol based on the determination unit 1141 and the acquired game content determination random number (second main game random number); And auxiliary game content determining means 1143 for determining a stop symbol of the auxiliary game symbol based on the acquired auxiliary game symbol winning random number.

  Here, the first main game content determination means 1141 has a first main game content determination lottery table 1141a that is referred to when determining a stop symbol or a variation mode related to the first main game symbol, The first main game content determination lottery table 1141a includes various lottery tables that differ depending on the result of the success / failure and the gaming state (for example, with regard to the gaming state, the lottery table for the first main game normal gaming state, Probability change game → first main game probability change game state lottery table, time reduction game → first main game time reduction game state lottery table). The second main game content determination means 1142 has a second main game content determination lottery table 1142a that is referred to when determining a stop symbol or a variation mode related to the second main game symbol. The two main game content determination lottery table 1142a includes various lottery tables that differ depending on the result of the success / failure and the game state (for example, with regard to the game state, the lottery table for the second main game normal game state, the probability Floating game → second main game probability variable game state lottery table, time reduction game → second main game time reduction game state lottery table). An example of a detailed table configuration will be described later. Furthermore, the auxiliary game content determination means 1143 has an auxiliary game content determination lottery table 1143a that is referred to when determining a stop symbol related to the auxiliary game symbol, and the auxiliary game content determination lottery table 1143a includes: Various winning tables that differ depending on the game state are provided (normal game → auxiliary game normal lottery table, probability variation game and time shortening game → auxiliary game time shortening lottery table).

  Next, the display control means 1150 controls the first main game symbol display unit 2130 of the first main game symbol display device 2130 to stop and display after changing the first main game symbol for a predetermined time. On the game symbol control means 1151 and the second main game symbol display unit 2231 of the second main game symbol display device 2230, the second main game symbol is controlled to stop and display after changing the second main game symbol for a predetermined time. If random numbers are temporarily stored in both the control means 1152, the first main game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1131a, and the second main game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1132a, the random number hold means temporarily Main game symbol hold release control means 1154 for determining whether to prioritize fluctuations in the main game symbol based on the stored random number, and the auxiliary game symbol display unit 242 of the auxiliary game symbol display device 2420 Above, and an auxiliary game symbol control means 1153 for performing the control for stopping the display after varying the predetermined time auxiliary game design.

  Here, the first main game symbol control means 1151 further includes first main game symbol change time management means 1151a for managing the change time according to the change mode determined by the first main game content determination means 1141. doing. The first main game symbol variation time management means 1151a further includes a first main game symbol variation management timer 1151a-1 (decrement counter) that can be cleared to zero. Next, the second main game symbol control means 1152 further has second main game symbol change time management means 1152a for managing the change time according to the change mode determined by the second main game content determination means 1142. doing. The second main game symbol variation time management means 1152a further includes a second main game symbol variation management timer 1152a-1 (decrement counter) that can be cleared to zero. Further, the auxiliary game symbol control means 1153 has auxiliary game symbol variation time management means 1153a for managing the variation time of the auxiliary game symbols on the auxiliary game symbol display unit 2421 of the auxiliary game symbol display device 2420. . The auxiliary game symbol variation time management means 1153a further includes an auxiliary game symbol variation management timer 1153a-1 capable of measuring time.

  Next, the electric accessory opening / closing control means 1160 includes a condition determining means 1161 for determining whether or not a condition for performing a process for opening and closing the electric accessory 2112 of the second main game starting port 2110 is satisfied. And an opening timer 1162 for measuring the driving (opening) time of the electric accessory 2112 in the second main game starting port 2110.

  Next, when the special game control means 1170 satisfies the condition determination means 1171 for determining whether or not the condition for shifting to the special game is satisfied and the special game transfer condition is satisfied, the contents of the special game Special game content determination means 1172 for setting (specifically, a big winning opening to be opened, the number of rounds, a time between rounds, etc.) in the special game related information temporary storage means 1194, and the first big winning opening 2120 or Special game execution means 1173 for executing a special game (big hit) in which the second big prize opening 2220 is opened under a predetermined condition, and time management of various processes related to the special game (for example, the first big prize opening 2120 and Special game time management means 1174 for performing the opening / closing time of the second grand prize winning opening 2220), and a distribution agent operation control means for performing the operation control of the short time-numbered distribution accessory 2500 175, and a sorting game execution control means 1176 for performing a sorting game to be described later. Here, the special game time management means 1174 further includes a special game timer 1174a for managing the round time. The special game content determination unit 1172 further includes a special game content reference table 1172a that is referred to when specifying the content of the special game to be set in the special game related information temporary storage unit 1194 (table). Details are not shown). Further, the distribution game execution control means 1176 has a winning ball counter 1176a that can count the gaming balls won in the second big winning opening 2220.

  Next, the specific game control means 1180 has specific game end condition determination means 1181 for determining whether or not the end condition for the specific game state is satisfied. Here, the specific game end condition determination means 1181 further includes a probability variation counter 1181a capable of counting the probability variation count and a time-short count counter 1181b capable of counting the time variation count. Here, the “specific game” means, for example, a probability variation game in which a lottery probability for a special game is higher than that in a normal game or a time shortening game in which the variation time of the main game symbol is relatively shorter than that in a normal game. Point to.

  Here, in the present embodiment, during the time reduction, the variation time of the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol is relatively shortened (time reduction function) as compared with the non-time reduction. Furthermore, the variation time of the auxiliary game symbol is also relatively shortened, and the opening extension time of the electric accessory 2112 of the second main game starting port 2110 is relatively extended (opening time extension function). In addition, the time reduction in this embodiment ends when the total value of the number of changes in the first main game symbol and the number of changes in the second main game symbol exceeds a predetermined number (excluding a probability change game with no time limit limitation). ). That is, the number of time reductions is configured to be subtracted every time the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol fluctuate (stop). The above-mentioned specific game end condition determining means 1181 has, for example, a function of performing a lottery transition from a specific game (for example, a probability-change game or a time-reduced game) to a normal game with a predetermined probability every time a symbol changes. Good (in the case of pachinko machines with a falling lottery function).

  Next, the game state temporary storage means 1190 is a first main game state temporary storage means for temporarily storing the current game state in the first main game (game from the change of the first main game symbol to the stop). 1191, second main game state temporary storage means 1192 for temporarily storing the current game state in the second main game (game from the change of the second main game symbol to the stop), and current in the auxiliary game Auxiliary game state temporary storage means 1193 for temporarily storing the game state and the current game state in the special game (for example, the number of rounds, the number of game balls won in any round, on / off of various flags related to the special game, etc.) Special game-related information temporary storage means 1194 for temporary storage, and the current game state in the specific game (for example, the remaining number of time reductions, each of the specific game Specific game related information temporary storage means 1195 for temporarily storing flag on / off and the like, and the current game state in the distributed game (for example, whether there is a prize, on / off of various flags related to the distributed game, etc.) are temporarily stored. The distribution game related information temporary storage means 1196 is provided.

  Here, the first main game state temporary storage means 1191 is a first flag temporary storage means 1191a for temporarily storing ON / OFF information of various flags in various game states relating to the first main game, and the first main game state that is currently changing. And a first main game symbol information temporary storage means 1191b for temporarily storing stop symbols and variation mode information related to the game symbols (first main game symbols satisfying the change start condition).

  The second main game state temporary storage means 1192 includes second flag temporary storage means 1192a for temporarily storing ON / OFF information of various flags in various game states related to the second main game, and the second main game that is currently changing. There is a second main game symbol information temporary storage means 1192b for temporarily storing the stop symbol and the variation mode information related to the symbol (second main game symbol for which the variation start condition is satisfied).

  The auxiliary game state temporary storage unit 1193 temporarily stores information related to the auxiliary game (for example, on / off information of various flags such as an auxiliary game symbol winning flag, a release extension flag, and a time reduction flag). It has storage means 1193a and auxiliary game symbol information temporary storage means 1193b for temporarily storing information such as stop symbols related to the currently changing auxiliary game symbols (auxiliary game symbols for which change start conditions are established). .

  Next, the gaming peripheral device 2000 will be described. Since some of the peripheral devices have already been described in detail, the remaining configuration will be briefly described. First, the game peripheral devices are a first main game peripheral device A that is a peripheral device on the first main game side, a second main game peripheral device B that is a peripheral device on the second main game side, and a first main game side. The first and second main game shared peripheral devices C, which are shared peripheral devices on the second main game side, the auxiliary game peripheral device D related to the auxiliary game, the sub main control unit 2320 (effect display control means 2320), the sub sub control Part 2310 (effect display device 2310) and the like. Here, the effects controlled by the sub-main control unit 2320 are included in the game results, including the variation of the decoration pattern in time synchronized with the variation of the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol. It concerns only the display of information that has no effect. Hereinafter, these peripheral devices will be described in order.

  First, the first main game peripheral device A includes a first main game start port 2210 that triggers the transition to a special game, and a first main game symbol display device 2130 that can display stop and change display of the first main game symbol. ,have.

  Next, the second main game peripheral device B has a second main game start port 2110 that triggers the transition to the special game, and a second main game symbol display device 2230 capable of displaying a stop and change display of the second main game symbol. And have.

  Next, the first and second main game shared peripheral device C is in a closed state during a normal game, and is opened under a predetermined condition during a special game (big hit). And a second big prize opening 2220 that is closed during normal games and open under predetermined conditions during distribution games, and a special entrance that allows game balls to enter. It has a specific entrance A2531, a specific entrance B2532, and a specific entrance C2533, which are entrances for exercising the right to shift to a game. The specific entrance A2531 includes a specific entrance A entrance detection device 2531a for detecting that a game ball has entered the specific entrance A2531. In addition, the specific entrance B 2531 has a specific entrance B entrance detection device 2532 a for detecting that a game ball has entered the specific entrance B 2532. In addition, the specific entrance C2533 has a specific entrance C entrance detection device 2533a for detecting that a game ball has entered the specific entrance C2533.

  Next, the auxiliary game peripheral device D includes an auxiliary game start port 2410 that triggers the opening of the second main game start port electric accessory 2112 of the second main game start port 2110, and a stop display and change display of the auxiliary game symbols. And an auxiliary game symbol display device 2420 capable of supporting the above.

  Next, the effect display control means (sub-main control section) 2320, display information receiving means 2321 for receiving various information from the main control device 1000 side, decoration pattern variation mode and stop symbol determination processing and display Decoration design display control means 2322 for controlling the control process, equipment holding information display control means 2323 for managing the number of decoration symbols held and holding display processing, and production general information temporarily for temporarily storing information related to the production control. A storage unit 2324; and an information transmission / reception control unit 2400 that controls transmission / reception of information with the sub-sub control unit 2310 side. Hereafter, each said means is explained in full detail.

  First, the display information receiving means 2321 has main-side information temporary storage means 2321a for temporarily storing symbol information and display instruction information related to the first main game and the second main game from the main controller 1000 side. .

  Next, the decorative symbol display control means 2322 is based on the information from the main controller 1000 side, and the decorative symbol display content determining means 2322a for determining the stop symbol and the variation mode of the decorative symbol, and the decorative symbol display variation A drawing display related information temporary storage unit 2322c for temporarily storing various types of information (variation mode information, stop symbol information, various flags, etc.), and a diagram variation time management timer 2322d for measuring the variation time of the decorative symbols, ,have. Here, the drawing display content determination means 2322a has a drawing variation content determination lottery (reference) table 2322a-1 which is referred to when determining the stop symbol and variation mode of the decorative symbol (the table of the table). Details are not shown).

  Next, the drawing hold information display control means 2323 has a drawing hold information temporary storage means 2323a for temporarily storing information related to the hold related to the decorative design.

  Further, the effect display means (sub-sub control unit) 2310 displays image on the decorative symbol display area 2311, the first hold display part 2312a, and the second hold display part 2312b, which are display areas on the effect display device 2140. Means 2313 and sub information transmission / reception control means 2450 for controlling information transmission / reception with the sub main control unit 2320 side. Here, the image display control unit 2313 further includes an image display related information temporary storage unit 2313a for temporarily storing commands received from the sub main control unit 2320 side and information related to various image displays.

  The first main game symbol display device 2130, the second main game symbol display device 2230, and the auxiliary game symbol display device 2420 are connected to the main control device 1000 so as to be able to transmit information, and the remaining effect display means 2310 is an effect. The display control unit 2320 is connected to be able to transmit information. That is, the first main game symbol display device 2130, the second main game symbol display device 2230, and the auxiliary game symbol display device 2420 are controlled by the main control device 1000, and the effect display means 2310 is controlled by the effect display control means 2320. Means that. In addition, you may comprise so that another peripheral device may be controlled via the main controller 1000 and the other peripheral device controlled by one-way communication (one-way communication).

  Next, FIG. 5 is a main flowchart showing the flow of general processing performed by main controller 1000. After powering on the gaming machine, the process of FIG. That is, after the gaming machine is turned on and initialized (not shown), the main controller 1000 confirms the input port of the RAM clear button in step 3002, and resets the RAM (clear RAM) button of the power supply unit 290. Button) has been operated, that is, whether or not an operation of clearing the contents of the RAM has been performed intentionally by a game hall manager or the like. In the case of Yes in step 3002, in step 3004, main controller 1000 clears all the RAM contents (for example, information in gaming state temporary storage means 1190) on the main controller 1000 side. Next, in step 3006, the information transmission control means 1300 transmits ram clear information (command) indicating that the RAM of the main control board 1000 has been cleared to the sub main control unit 2320 side (even if it is transmitted at this timing). Alternatively, the command may be set at this timing and transmitted by the control command transmission process described later), and the process proceeds to step 3014. On the other hand, if No in step 3002, the main controller 1000 checks the contents of the RAM area in the main controller 1000 in step 3008 (for example, the checksum recorded at the time of power failure and the RAM area stored in the RAM area). Comparison with the amount of information). Next, at step 3010, main controller 1000 determines whether or not the contents of the RAM are normal based on the check result (whether or not the information at the time of power interruption has been backed up to RAM correctly). If YES in step 3010, that is, if the data backed up in the RAM is abnormal, the process proceeds to step 3004 (RAM clear process described above). On the other hand, if the data backed up in the RAM in Step 3010 is normal, that is, if the data backed up in the RAM is normal, in Step 3011, the main control device 1000 stores various backups stored (backed up) in the RAM in the main gaming device 1000. An information command is acquired, and in step 3012, the acquired various information commands are transmitted to the sub-main control unit 2320 side (the command may be transmitted at the timing, or the command is set at the timing and described later. It may be configured to transmit in the transmission process), and the process proceeds to step 3014. Next, at step 3014, the main controller 1000 executes an execution scheduled interrupt (for example, about every 1.5 ms as a hardware interrupt) related to the main process on the main controller 1000 side indicated by step 1000 in FIG. However, in this example, the interrupt cycle is set to T) (as a result, when the execution scheduled interrupt timing is reached, step 1000 in FIG. 11 is executed), and the process proceeds to step 3020. . After the transition to step 3020, main controller 1000 repeatedly executes various random number update processing (for example, random number counter increment processing) until the next scheduled interrupt timing is reached.

  Next, timer interrupt processing will be described. Main controller 1000 executes the process shown in FIG. 5B based on an interrupt request generated when the scheduled interrupt timing is reached. That is, triggered by the arrival of the scheduled interrupt period T (for example, a hardware interrupt about every 1.5 ms), in step 1100, the main controller 1000 executes an auxiliary game content determination random number acquisition process described later. Next, in step 1200, main controller 1000 executes an electric accessory driving determination process described later. Next, at step 1300, main controller 1000 executes a main game content determination random number acquisition process, which will be described later. Next, at step 1400, main controller 1000 executes a main game symbol display process described later. Next, at step 1500, main controller 1000 executes special game operating condition determination processing described later. Next, at step 1600, main controller 1000 executes a special game control process described later. Next, in step 2300, main controller 1000 executes a time-sorted assignment control process described later. Next, in step 1700, the main controller 1000 (especially the prize ball payout determining means 1400) performs a prize ball payout control process (drive control of the prize ball payout mechanism 210, etc.) based on the winning opening where the game ball has won. The payout control board 3000 is executed and processing for managing the result is executed. Next, at step 1800, main controller 1000 executes external signal output processing (output of information to external terminal board, hall computer H, etc.). Next, in step 1900, main controller 1000 executes a control command transmission process (transmits the command set in each process described above to the sub-main control unit) and is executed immediately before the execution of this interrupt process. Return to the process that was being performed.

  Next, NMI interrupt processing will be described. As described above, the main controller 1000 is configured such that the power interruption signal from the reset IC is input to the NMI terminal of the CPU, and the process of FIG. Is done. That is, when the gaming machine is powered off (NMI interrupt in this example), in step 3604, main controller 1000 sets power interruption information (for example, checksum) based on the information in the RAM area. Next, in step 3606, main controller 1000 prohibits writing to the RAM area, prohibits timer interrupt processing, and shifts to power-off waiting loop processing.

  Next, FIG. 6 is a flowchart of auxiliary game content determination random number acquisition processing according to the subroutine of step 1100 in FIG. First, in Step 1102, the auxiliary game entrance entrance determination means 1113 determines whether or not a game ball enters (inflow, passes in the case of a gate) into the auxiliary game entrance 2410. In the case of Yes in step 1102, in step 1104, the auxiliary game random number acquisition determination execution means 1123 refers to the auxiliary game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1133a, and determines whether or not the number of hold balls is not the upper limit (for example, 4). . In the case of Yes in step 1104, in step 1106, the auxiliary game random number acquisition determination execution means 1123 acquires an auxiliary game content determination random number (for example, an auxiliary game symbol winning random number). Next, at step 1108, the auxiliary game symbol holding means 1133 adds 1 to the holding ball in such a manner that the random number is set in the auxiliary game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1133a together with information on what number of the hold is. Then, the process proceeds to the next process (the electric accessory drive determination process in step 1200). In addition, also when it is No in step 1102 and step 1104, it transfers to the following process (electric-powered article drive determination process of step 1200).

  Next, FIG. 7 is a flowchart of the electric accessory drive determination process according to the subroutine of step 1200 in FIG. First, in step 1202, the electric accessory opening / closing control means 1160 refers to the flag area of the auxiliary game related information temporary storage means 1193a and determines whether or not the electric accessory open flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 1202, in step 1204, the auxiliary game symbol control means 1153 refers to the auxiliary game related information temporary storage means 1193a and determines whether or not the auxiliary game symbol changing flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 1204, in step 1206, the auxiliary game content determination unit 1143 accesses the auxiliary game symbol hold information temporary storage unit 1133a and determines whether or not there is a hold ball related to the auxiliary game symbol. In the case of Yes in step 1206, in step 1216, the auxiliary game content determination unit 1143 refers to the auxiliary game state temporary storage unit 1193 to acquire the auxiliary game side game state (flag state of the auxiliary game short time flag), and Referring to the auxiliary game content determination lottery table 1143a, a stop symbol is determined based on the acquired auxiliary game side gaming state and the auxiliary game symbol random number based on the reserved ball (for example, when the auxiliary game short time flag is on) Is selected with a higher probability than in the case of being off) and temporarily stored in the auxiliary game symbol information temporary storage means 1193b. Next, in step 1218, the auxiliary game symbol variation time managing means 1153a stores the auxiliary game symbol variation management timer 1153a-1 in the auxiliary game symbol variation management timer 1153a-1 based on the game state on the auxiliary game side (flag state of the auxiliary game short time flag). A predetermined time (for example, 5 seconds when the auxiliary game short flag is on, and 30 seconds when the auxiliary game short flag is off) related to the variable time is set. In step 1220, the auxiliary game symbol control means 1153 turns on the auxiliary game symbol fluctuation flag in the auxiliary game related information temporary storage means 1193a. Next, in step 1222, the auxiliary game symbol holding means 1133 updates the hold information recorded in the auxiliary game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1133a after subtracting 1 from the reserved ball related to the auxiliary game symbol, and also assists. The game symbol control means 1153 starts the auxiliary game symbol variation management timer 1153 a-1, and then starts the auxiliary game symbol variation display on the auxiliary game symbol display unit 2421. Next, in step 1224, the auxiliary game symbol variation time management means 1153a refers to the auxiliary game symbol variation management timer 1153a-1, and determines whether or not a predetermined time related to the variation time of the auxiliary game symbol has been reached. To do. In the case of Yes in step 1224, in step 1226, the auxiliary game symbol control means 1153 refers to the auxiliary game symbol information temporary storage means 1193b, acquires the stop symbol of the auxiliary game symbol, and stops the acquired auxiliary game symbol. The symbol is fixedly displayed on the auxiliary game symbol display unit 2421. In step 1228, the auxiliary game symbol control means 1153 turns off the auxiliary game symbol fluctuation flag in the auxiliary game related information temporary storage means 1193a. Next, in step 1230, the condition determination means 1161 determines whether or not the stop symbol of the auxiliary game symbol is “winning”. In the case of Yes in Step 1230, in Step 1232, the electric accessory opening / closing control means 1160 relates to the opening time of the electric accessory in the opening timer 1162 based on the auxiliary gaming side gaming state (the flag state of the auxiliary gaming short time flag). A predetermined time (for example, 6 seconds when the auxiliary game short flag is on, and 0.5 seconds when the auxiliary game short flag is off) is set. Next, in step 1234, the electric accessory opening / closing control means 1160 turns on the electric accessory open flag in the auxiliary game related information temporary storage means 1193a. In step 1236, the electric accessory opening / closing control means 1160 opens the electric accessory 2112 of the second main game starting port 2110. Next, at step 1238, the electric accessory opening / closing control means 1160 refers to the release timer 1162, and determines whether or not a predetermined time related to the opening time of the electric accessory has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 1238, in step 1240 and step 1242, the electric accessory opening / closing control means 1160 closes the electric accessory 2112 of the second main game starting port 2110, and in the auxiliary game related information temporary storage means 1193a. The electric-operated article releasing flag is turned off, and the process proceeds to the next process (main game content determination random number acquisition process in step 1300).

  If NO in step 1202, the process proceeds to step 1238. If NO in step 1204, the process proceeds to step 1224. If NO in step 1206, step 1224, step 1230, and step 1238, the next process is performed. The process proceeds to (main game content determination random number acquisition process in step 1300).

  Further, in this flowchart, for the sake of convenience, after the stop symbol is displayed in step 1226, the process proceeds to the next step immediately, but the present invention is not limited to this. In that case, it may be configured to move to the next processing after a fixed stop display time of about 500 ms (for example, this processing is performed by performing branch processing using a stop display fixing flag and a timer). Achievable).

  Next, FIG. 8 is a flowchart of main game content determination random number acquisition processing according to the subroutine of step 1300 in FIG. First, at step 1302, whether or not the first main game start port entrance determining means 1111 has received the first main game start port entrance information from the first entrance detection device 2211 of the first main game start port 2210. Determine. In the case of Yes in step 1302, in step 1304, the first main game random number acquisition determination execution means 1121 refers to the first main game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1131a and holds on the main game (especially the first main game side). It is determined whether or not the number of spheres is not the upper limit (for example, four). In the case of Yes in step 1304, in step 1306, the first main game random number acquisition determination execution means 1121 acquires the first main game content determination random number. In the present embodiment, as the first main game content determination random number, the winning lottery random number for determining the success / failure, the symbol lottery random number for determining the winning symbol, and the variation pattern (variation time) of the special symbol are determined. The three random numbers of the variation mode lottery random numbers to acquire are acquired. Incidentally, these three random numbers are generated from random number generation means having different update periods and random number ranges, and are sequentially acquired at this timing. Next, in step 1312, the first main game symbol holding means 1131 stores the first main game content determination random number in the first main game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1131a. Next, in step 1313, the information transmission control means 1300 sets information (holding occurrence command) indicating that the first main game random number has been acquired in the command transmission buffer 1301 for transmitting to the sub main control unit 2320. To do. Next, in step 1314, whether or not the second main game start port entrance determining means 1112 has received the second main game start port entrance information from the second entrance detection device 2111 of the second main game start port 2110. Determine whether. In the case of Yes in step 1314, in step 1316, the second main game random number acquisition determination execution means 1122 refers to the second main game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1132a and holds on the main game (especially the second main game side). It is determined whether or not the number of spheres is not the upper limit (for example, four). In the case of Yes in step 1316, in step 1318, the second main game random number acquisition determination execution means 1122 acquires the second main game content determination random number. In the present embodiment, as the second main game content determination random number, three random numbers of the success / failure lottery random number, the symbol lottery random number, and the variation mode lottery random number are acquired as in the first main game content determination means. Incidentally, the acquisition range of each random number of the first main game content determination random number and the acquisition range of each random number of the second main game content determination random number (for example, the first lottery random number for the first main game and the right lottery random number for the second main game) Are set to the same range. Next, in step 1324, the second main game symbol hold means 1132 stores the second main game content determination random number in the second main game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1132a. Next, in step 1325, the information transmission control unit 1300 sets information indicating that the second main game random number has been acquired (pending occurrence command) in the command transmission buffer 1301 for transmitting to the sub-main control unit 2320. Then, the process proceeds to the next process (main game symbol display process in step 1400). In the case of No in step 1302 and step 1304, the process proceeds to step 1314, and in the case of No in step 1314 and step 1316, the process proceeds to the next process (main game symbol display process in step 1400).

  In the present embodiment, information indicating that a random number has been acquired is transmitted as information to be transmitted to the sub-main control unit 2320 in steps 1313 and 1325. The number of reservations may be attached and transmitted, and it can be substituted as information indicating that a random number has been acquired using these pieces of information.

  Next, FIG. 9 is a flowchart of the main game symbol display process according to the subroutine of step 1400 in FIG. First, in step 1401, the main game symbol hold release control means 1154 refers to the second main game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1132a, and confirms whether there is no hold of the second main game symbol. In the case of Yes in step 1401, in step 1400 (1), main controller 1000 executes a first main game symbol display process described later, and proceeds to the next process (special game operation condition determination process in step 1500). . On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1401, in step 1400 (2), main controller 1000 executes a second main game symbol display process described later and proceeds to the next process (special game operation condition determination process in step 1500). Transition. Thus, in the present embodiment, when there is a holding ball of the second main game symbol, regardless of the presence of the holding ball of the first main game symbol (even if the winning order is the holding of the first main game symbol) However, this is not limited to this, but it is not limited to this (the pending digest based on the winning order and both main game symbols are simultaneously executed in parallel). It may be configured to execute a parallel lottery for lottery.

  Next, FIG. 10 is a flowchart of the first main game symbol display process (second main game symbol display process) according to the subroutine of step 1400 (1) {step 1400 (2)} in FIG. In addition, since this process is substantially the same process on the first main game symbol side and the second main game symbol side, the first main game symbol side will be mainly described, and the processing on the second main game symbol side will be described. Use parentheses. First, in step 1403, the first main game content determination unit 1141 (second main game content determination unit 1142) determines whether or not a change start condition is satisfied. Here, the condition for starting the change is that the special game or the design is not changing.

  Next, in step 1405 and step 1406, the first main game content determination means 1141 (second main game content determination means 1142) is a first main game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1131a (second main game symbol hold information temporary). The first main game content determination random number (second main game content determination random number) related to the current symbol variation, which is temporarily stored in the storage unit 1132a), is read out, and the first main game symbol hold information temporary storage unit 1131a (first storage) The two main game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1132a) are deleted and the remaining temporarily stored information is shifted (holding digestion process). Next, in Step 1410-1, the winning / not-lotting means 1135 refers to the first main gaming winning / losing lottery table 1135b-1 (second main gaming winning / losing lottery table 1135b-3) corresponding to each gaming state. Based on 1 main game content determination random number (second main game content determination random number) (particularly, a winning lottery random number), a main game symbol winning lottery is executed.

  Here, FIG. 11 (main game table 1) is an example of a first main game success / failure lottery table 1135b-1 (second main game success / failure lottery table 1135b-3). As shown in this example, in this embodiment, the jackpot winning probability in the probability varying gaming state is configured to be higher than the jackpot winning probability in the non-stochastic varying gaming state. Note that the winning probability is merely an example, and is not limited to this. Further, in the present embodiment, the hit (so-called small hit) where the gaming state cannot be changed is not illustrated, but a small hit may be generated (winning for the small hit).

  Next, in step 1410-2, the first main game content determination means 1141 (second main game content determination means 1142) determines the first main game content determination lottery table 1141a (second main game content determination lottery table 1142a). ) To determine the stop symbol for the main game symbol based on the main game symbol determination lottery result and the first main game content determination random number (second main game content determination random number) (particularly, the symbol lottery random number), The first main game symbol information temporary storage means 1191b (second main game symbol information temporary storage means 1192b) is temporarily stored.

  Here, FIG. 11 (main game table 2) is an example of a first main game content determination lottery table 1141a (second main game content determination lottery table 1142a) (particularly, an example of a stop symbol determination table). . As shown in this example, in this embodiment, when a big hit is won, from among a plurality of main game symbol candidates (in this example, “1A, 5A, 7A” and “1B, 5B, 7B”) One main game symbol is configured to be determined as a jackpot symbol. The number of special game rounds determined by referring to the main game symbol is 5R for 1A, 5A, 7A and 1B, and 16R for 5B and 7B. Note that the types of random numbers and stop symbols are only examples, and the present invention is not limited to this. {For example, a lose symbol is not limited to one type of symbol, and a plurality of types of symbols may be provided. When the specific symbol is stopped and displayed, the state and the selection rate of the variation mode and / or the selection rate of the main game symbol are different from those before the specific symbol is stopped and displayed (limited frequency state). May be configured to migrate}.

  Next, in step 1410-3, the first main game content determination means 1141 (second main game content determination means 1142) determines the first main game content determination lottery table 1141a (second main game content) corresponding to each game state. Referring to the content determination lottery table 1142a), the main game symbol variation based on the main game symbol determination lottery result and the first main game content determination random number (first main game content determination random number) (particularly, the variation mode lottery random number) The mode is determined, and these are temporarily stored in the first main game symbol information temporary storage unit 1191b (second main game symbol information temporary storage unit 1192b), and the process proceeds to Step 1415.

  Here, FIG. 11 (main game table 3) is an example of a first main game content determination lottery table 1141a (second main game content determination lottery table 1142a) (particularly, an example of a variation mode determination table). . As shown in this example, the present embodiment is configured such that the variation mode (variation time) of the main game symbol is determined based on the main game symbol winning / losing lottery result and the main game short time flag state. In other words, when the main game symbol winning / losing lottery result is a win, it is easy to determine a variation mode in which the variation time is relatively long, and when the main game short-time flag is off (relative to the short-time game state) The variation mode in which the variation time is short is easily determined. This example is merely an example, and is not limited to the type of stop symbol, the selection rate, or the like. Further, in the present embodiment, for convenience of explanation, it is not configured to have a different table according to the number of reserved balls, but needless to say, it may be configured to have a different table according to the number of reserved balls. Absent. Furthermore, the symbol variation time on the first main game side in the time reduction game state (when the main game short time flag is on) may be configured to be relatively long (the symbol on the second main game side). When the change is configured to be advantageous for the player, the second main game side is likely to be suspended by reducing the symbol variation efficiency on the first main game side (advantageous for the player). This is particularly effective when the start port on the first main game side and the start port on the second main game side cannot be distinguished).

  Next, in step 1415, the information transmission control means 1300 causes the command (stop symbol) relating to the main game symbol temporarily stored in the first main game symbol information temporary storage means 1191b (second main game symbol information temporary storage means 1192b). Information, stop symbol attribute information, variation mode information, etc.) and a command related to the current gaming state (symbol variation display start instruction command) are set in the command transmission buffer 1301 for transmitting to the sub-main control unit 2320 side. . Next, in step 1416, the first main game symbol variation time management means 1151a (second main game symbol variation time management means 1152a) uses the predetermined time related to the variation time of the main game symbol for the first main game symbol variation management. The timer 1151a-1 (second main game symbol variation management timer 1152a-1) is set. In step 1417, the first main game symbol control means 1151 (second main game symbol control means 1152) is the first main game symbol of the first main game symbol display device 2130 (second main game symbol display device 2230). On the display unit 2131 (second main game symbol display unit 2231), in accordance with the variation mode stored in the first main game symbol information temporary storage unit 1191b (second main game symbol information temporary storage unit 1192b), Start the variable display. Next, in step 1418, the first main game symbol control means 1151 (second main game symbol control means 1152) turns on the changing flag in the first flag temporary storage means 1191a (second flag temporary storage means 1192a). To do. In step 1420, the first main game symbol variation time management means 1151a (second main game symbol variation time management means 1152a) determines whether or not a predetermined time relating to the variation time of the main game symbol has been reached. If Yes in step 1420, in step 1422, the information transmission control unit 1300 transmits a command transmission symbol (symbol confirmation display instruction command) to the sub-main control unit 2320, indicating that the symbol variation has ended. Set to 1301. Next, in step 1423, the first main game symbol control means 1151 (second main game symbol control means 1152) makes the first main game of the first main game symbol display device 2130 (second main game symbol display device 2230). The variable display of the main game symbol on the symbol display unit 2131 (second main game symbol display unit 2231) is stopped, and the first main game symbol information temporary storage unit 1191b (second main game symbol information temporary storage unit 1192b) is stopped. The stored stop symbol is displayed and controlled as a fixed stop symbol. Next, in step 1424, the first main game symbol control means 1151 (second main game symbol control means 1152) turns off the changing flag in the first flag temporary storage means 1191a (second flag temporary storage means 1192a). To.

  Next, in step 1430, the special game transition determining means 1135a determines whether or not the stop symbol of the main game symbol is a jackpot symbol. In the case of Yes in step 1430, in step 1432, the special game transition determining unit 1135a turns on the condition device operation flag in the first flag temporary storage unit 1191a (second flag temporary storage unit 1192a). On the other hand, if No at step 1430, step 1432 is skipped.

  Next, at step 1450, the specific game control means 1180 executes a specific game end determination process described later, and proceeds to the next process (special game operation condition determination process at step 1500). In the case of No in step 1434, the process proceeds to the next process (special game operation condition determination process in step 1500).

  In the case of No in step 1403, in step 1419, the first main game symbol control means 1151 (second main game symbol control means 1152), the first flag temporary storage means 1191a (second flag temporary storage means 1192a). ) Is referred to, and it is determined whether or not the changing flag is ON. If YES in step 1419, the process proceeds to step 1420. If NO in step 1419, the process proceeds to the next process (special game operation condition determination process in step 1500).

  Next, FIG. 12 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 probability variation counter 1181a to determine whether or not the probability variation 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 probability variation counter value of the probability variation counter 1181a. Next, in step 1456, the specific game control means 1180 refers to the probability variation counter 1181a to determine whether or not the probability variation count is zero. In the case of Yes in step 1456, in step 1460, the specific game control means 1180 turns off the main game probability change flag in the specific game related information temporary storage means, and proceeds to step 1470. It should be noted that the process proceeds to step 1470 also in the case of No in step 1452 and step 1456. Next, in step 1470, the specific game control means 1180 refers to the time / count counter 1181b to determine whether or not the time / count counter value is greater than zero. In the case of Yes in Step 1470, in Step 1472, the specific game control means 1180 subtracts 1 from the time-count counter value of the time-count counter 1181b. Next, in step 1474, the specific game control means 1180 refers to the time reduction counter 1181b and determines whether or not the time reduction is zero. In the case of Yes in step 1474, in step 1476, the specific game control means 1180 turns off the main game short time flag in the first flag temporary storage means 1191a and the main game short time flag in the second flag temporary storage means 1192a. Next, in step 1478, the specific game control means 1180 turns off the auxiliary game short time flag in the game state temporary storage means 1190, and proceeds to the next process (special game operation condition determination process in step 1500). It should be noted that, also in the case of No in step 1470 and step 1474, the process proceeds to the next process (special game operation condition determination process in step 1500).

  Next, FIG. 13 is a flowchart of the special game operation condition determination process according to the subroutine of step 1500 in FIG. First, in step 1502, the condition determination means 1171 is on the first main game symbol display unit 2131 (second main game symbol display unit 2231) of the first main game symbol display device 2130 (second main game symbol display device 2230). It is determined whether or not the main game symbol displayed on is stopped. In the case of Yes in step 1502, in step 1504, the condition determination unit 1171 determines whether or not the condition device operation flag in the first flag temporary storage unit 1191a (or the second flag temporary storage unit 1192a) is on. In the case of Yes in step 1504, in step 1505, the sorting agent operation control means 1175 determines whether or not the hourly number sorting agent 2500 is stopped {note that as described above, the hourly number assigning operation is performed. The driving source of the game ball guiding member 2600 provided in the role-combining object 2500 may be configured to repeat a predetermined operation from when the game machine is powered on. Sensors related to the specific entrance A2531, the specific entrance B2532, or the specific entrance C2533 provided on the object 2500 (the specific entrance A entrance detection device 2531a and the specific entrance B entrance detection device 2532a and the specific entrance Only the processing for enabling the entrance C entrance detection device 2533a) may be executed}. In the case of Yes in step 1505, in step 1506, the condition determination means 1171 turns on the hourly / short-numbered-number-assignment operation start permission flag in the first flag temporary storage means 1191a (or the second flag temporary storage means 1192a). . Next, in step 1507, the condition determination means 1171 causes the specific main entrance entrance operation display instruction command (specific entrance A2531, specific entrance B2532, or specific entrance C2533 to the sub main control unit 2320 side. A command for displaying information for entering a ball) is set in the command transmission buffer 1301, and the process proceeds to step 1508. In addition, in the case of No in step 1502 or step 1504, in other words, it is under the situation that the game does not shift to the special game regardless of whether the player enters any of the specific entrance A2531, the specific entrance B2532, and the specific entrance C2533. In this case, the process proceeds to the next process (special game control process in step 1600). On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1505, the process proceeds to step 1508.

  Next, in step 1508, the condition determination means 1171 determines whether or not the stopped main game symbol is a symbol that does not allow the player to select the number of times the time-reduced game state continues after the special game ends (for example, a game Whether or not it is a second main game symbol). In the case of Yes in step 1508, in step 1510, the condition determination unit 1171 determines that the specific entrance A entrance detection device 2531a, the specific entrance B entrance detection device 2532a, and the specific entrance C entrance detection device 2533a. Whether or not the entry of a new game ball has been detected with reference to the transmitted information (whether there has been a new entry to any of the specific entrance A2531, the specific entrance B2532, and the specific entrance C2533) Or not). In the case of Yes in step 1510, in step 1512, the condition determination unit 1171 turns on the time reduction number determination flag D in the first flag temporary storage unit 1191a (or the second flag temporary storage unit 1192a), and the process proceeds to step 1526. . If No in step 1510, the process proceeds to the next process (special game control process in step 1600).

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1508, in other words, if the stopped main game symbol is a symbol that allows the player to select the number of continuations of the time-reduced game state after the end of the special game, in step 1514, the condition The determination unit 1171 refers to the information transmitted from the specific entrance A entrance detection device 2531a and determines whether or not there is a new entrance to the specific entrance A2531. In the case of Yes in step 1514, in step 1516, the condition determination unit 1171 turns on the time reduction number determination flag A in the first flag temporary storage unit 1191a (or the second flag temporary storage unit 1192a), and the process proceeds to step 1526. . On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1514, in step 1518, the condition determination unit 1171 refers to the information transmitted from the specific entrance B entrance detection device 2532a, and a new entrance to the specific entrance B 2532 is made. It is determined whether or not there was. In the case of Yes in step 1518, in step 1520, the condition determination unit 1171 turns on the time reduction number determination flag B in the first flag temporary storage unit 1191a (or the second flag temporary storage unit 1192a), and proceeds to step 1526. . On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1518, in step 1522, the condition determination unit 1171 refers to the information transmitted from the specific entrance C entrance detection device 2533a, and a new entrance to the specific entrance C2533 is detected. It is determined whether or not there was. In the case of Yes in step 1522, in step 1524, the condition determination unit 1171 turns on the time reduction number determination flag C in the first flag temporary storage unit 1191a (or the second flag temporary storage unit 1192a), and the process proceeds to step 1526. . In the case of No in step 1522, in other words, the main game symbol that has been stopped is a symbol that allows the player to select the number of times of the time-reduced gaming state to be continued after the end of the special game, and the specific entrance A2531 When there is no new entry at any of the specific entrance B 2532 and the specific entrance C 2533, the process proceeds to the next process (special game control process at step 1600).

  Next, in step 1526, the condition determination means 1171 turns off the condition device operation flag in the first flag temporary storage means 1191a (or the second flag temporary storage means 1192a). Next, in step 1528, the condition determination unit 1171 determines that the special game flag (the main game probability change flag, the main game short time flag, and the auxiliary game short time flag) in the first flag temporary storage unit 1191a (or the second flag temporary storage unit 1192a). ) Off. Next, in step 1530, the condition determination means 1171 resets (clears to zero) the counter value of the probability variation counter 1181a and the counter value of the time-count counter 1181b. Next, in step 1532, the condition determination unit 1171 turns on the special game transition permission flag in the first flag temporary storage unit 1191 a (or the second flag temporary storage unit 1192 a), and performs the next process (special game in step 1600). Control processing).

  Next, FIG. 14 is a flowchart of the special game control process according to the subroutine of step 1600 in FIG. First, in step 1602, the special game execution means 1173 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194, and determines whether or not the special game transition permission flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1602, in step 1604 and step 1606, the special game execution means 1173 turns off the special game transition permission flag in the special game related information temporary storage means 1194 and turns on the special game execution flag. Next, in step 1607, the special game executing means 1173 sets an initial value (1 in this example) to the round number counter in the special game related information temporary storage means 1194. Next, in step 1608, the information transmission control means 1300 sets information (special game start display instruction command) to start the special game in the command transmission buffer 1301 for transmitting to the sub-main control unit side. , Step 1612 is entered. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1602, in step 1610, the special game execution means 1173 refers to the special game related information temporary storage means 1194 and determines whether or not the special game execution flag is on. If YES in step 1610, the process proceeds to step 1612. In the case of No in step 1610, the special game execution means 1173 determines that the special game permission is not granted, and proceeds to the next process (award ball payout process in step 1700).

  Next, in step 1612, the special game execution means 1173 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194 to determine whether the round continuation flag is off, in other words, immediately before the start of each round. It is determined whether or not there is. In the case of Yes in step 1612, that is, immediately before the start of each round, first, in step 1614, the special game executing means 1173 sets the release pattern (for example, keeps releasing) in the special game related information temporary storage means 1194. Open pattern and open / close pattern). Next, in step 1616, the special game executing means 1173 clears the winning ball counter in the special game related information temporary storage means 1194 to zero. Next, in step 1618, the special game executing means 1173 turns on the round continuation flag in the special game related information temporary storage means 1194. In step 1620, the special game executing means 1173 drives the first electric accessory 2122 of the first big prize opening 2120 to open the first big prize opening 2120, and the special game timer 1174a (especially the opening time timer). ) Is set to a predetermined time (for example, 30 seconds) and started. Next, in step 1622, the information transmission control means 1300 transmits a game state command (for example, the current round number, game ball winning number, etc.) related to the current special game to the sub-main control unit 2320 side. The command transmission buffer 1301 is set, and the process proceeds to step 1624. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1612, that is, when the big prize opening is being opened, the process proceeds to step 1622 without performing the processing of steps 1614 to 1620.

  Next, in step 1624, the special game executing means 1173 refers to the special game related information temporary storage means 1194, and whether or not there is a predetermined number (for example, 10 balls) of winning balls in the first big winning opening 2120 in the round. Determine. If Yes in step 1624, the process proceeds to step 1628. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1624, in step 1626, the special game execution means 1173 refers to the special game timer 1174a (particularly, the open time timer) to determine whether or not a predetermined time for opening the big prize opening has elapsed. judge. Also in the case of Yes in step 1626, the process proceeds to step 1628, and in the case of No in step 1626, the process proceeds to the next process (time-short-numbered-assignment control process in step 2300).

  Next, in step 1628, the special game executing means 1173 stops driving the first electric accessory 2122 of the first big prize opening 2120 and closes the first big prize opening 2120. Next, in step 1630, the special game execution means 1173 resets a special game timer 1174a (particularly, an opening time timer). Next, in step 1632, the special game execution means 1173 turns off the round continuation flag in the special game related information temporary storage means 1194. Next, in step 1633, the special game executing means 1173 adds 1 to the round number counter value in the special game related information temporary storage means 1194. Next, in step 1634, the special game executing means 1173 determines whether or not the final round has ended (for example, whether or not the round number counter value in the special game related information temporary storage means 1194 exceeds the maximum number of rounds). Determine. In the case of Yes in step 1634, in step 1636, the special game execution means 1173 turns off the special game execution flag in the special game related information temporary storage means 1194. Next, in step 1638, the information transmission control means 1300 sets information (special game end display instruction command) to end the special game in the command transmission buffer 1301 for transmitting to the sub main control unit 2320 side. To do. In step 9000, the game control means 1100 executes a game state determination process after the end of the special game, which will be described later, and proceeds to the next process (time-short-numbered-numbered-assignment control process in step 2300). Even in the case of No in step 1634, the process proceeds to the next process (time-short-numbered-number-assignment control process in step 2300).

  Next, FIG. 15 is a flowchart of the game state determination processing after the special game according to the subroutine of Step 9000 in FIG. First, in step 9002, the specific game control means 1180 sets a predetermined number of times (for example, 100 times as the number of continuations of the probability variation gaming state) to the counter value of the probability variation number counter 1181a. Next, in step 9004, the specific game control means 1180 turns on the main game probability change flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means 1195. Next, in step 9006, the specific game control unit 1180 refers to the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage unit 1195, and determines whether or not the time reduction number determination flag A is on. In the case of Yes in Step 9006, in Step 9008, the specific game control means 1180 sets the count value of the time reduction counter 1181 b to a predetermined number of times (for example, the number of times less than the number of continuations of the probability varying gaming state, To 5090), and the process proceeds to Step 9020. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 9006, in step 9010, the specific game control means 1180 refers to the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means 1195 and determines whether or not the time reduction number determination flag B is on. . In the case of Yes in step 9010, in step 9012, the specific game control means 1180 sets the count value of the short time counter 1181b to a predetermined number of times (for example, the number of times that is less than the number of continuations of the probability variation gaming state, and a plurality of number candidates) The number of times selected from among the above, and the number of times selected by the distribution of 0 times: 100 times = 1: 1 In addition, when performing the distribution, a random number value is used when entering the specific entrance B2532. Also, it may be the number of times selected by sorting: 1 time: 100 times = 1: 1, and by configuring in this way, any number of times in the first rotation after the end of the special game. It is possible to execute an effect that indicates whether or not is selected.) Is set, and the process proceeds to step 9020. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 9010, in step 9014, the specific game control means 1180 refers to the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means 1195 and determines whether or not the time reduction number determination flag C is on. . In the case of Yes in step 9014, in step 9016, the specific game control means 1180 sets the count value of the short time counter 1181 b to a predetermined number {for example, the number of times less than the number of continuations of the probability variation gaming state, and a plurality of number candidates The number of times selected from among, and the number of times selected at random from 10 to 90 times. When performing the random selection, a random value may be acquired when entering the specific entrance C2533. In this case, the selected number of times may be notified all at once, or may be divided into a plurality of times and notified. More specifically, for example, after the special game is finished, the number of times (fake number) that is less than the selected number is displayed, and in the case of subtraction display such as a predetermined timing (eg, remaining 0 times) Performs an extra presentation (extended production) at the timing of zero or timing before zero (for example, every tenth increment), and displays so that it is consistent with the selected number of times. do it. } Is set, and the process proceeds to Step 9020. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 9014, in other words, when the time reduction number determination flag D is on, in step 9018, the specific game control means 1180 sets the counter value of the time reduction number counter 1181b to a predetermined number (for example, probability variation game). 100 times that is the same value as the number of continuations of the state) is set, and the process proceeds to step 9020. Next, in step 9020, the specific game control means 1180 determines the time reduction number determination flag (time reduction number determination flag A, time reduction number determination flag B, time reduction number determination) in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means 1195. The flag C / time-short time determination flag D) is turned off. Next, in step 9022, the specific game control unit 1180 turns on the main game short time flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage unit 1195. Next, in step 9024, the specific game control means 1180 turns on the auxiliary game short time flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means 1195, and returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  It should be noted that when the time reduction number determination flag A is ON (when entering the specific entrance A2531), when the time reduction number determination flag B is ON (when entering the specific entrance B2532), and when the number of time reductions When the determination flag C is on (when entering the specific entrance C2533), the expected number of times set in the counter value of the time-count counter 1181b is the same in any case (or The expected value at which a big hit occurs again in the time-saving game, and the so-called jackpot pullback expected value may be the same), or any of these specific entrances can be selected arbitrarily This is effective when you want to ensure the performance), and in some cases, the expected number of times may be slightly increased. This is effective when it is desired to indicate whether or not it is desirable. For example, when it is desired to select a case where there is a large difference in the number of candidates, such as when entering a specific entrance B 2532, 100 selections are made. For example, by increasing the probability, the number of times of expectation can be increased as compared with the case of entering a specific entrance.)

  Next, FIG. 16 is a flowchart of the time-sorted assigned character control process according to the subroutine of step 2300 in FIG. First, in step 2302, the assigned-item operation control unit 1175 refers to the flag area of the special game-related information temporary storage unit 1194, and determines whether or not the hourly-numbered assigned item operation start permission flag is on. To do. In the case of Yes in Step 2302, in Step 2304, the sorting role operation control means 1175 excites a driving source (for example, a stepping motor) of the game ball guiding member 2600 to play the game ball guidance in the time-sharing sorting role 2500. The member 2600 is operated in a predetermined operation mode (for example, a 5-second stop at the first position, a 5-second stop at the second position, and a 5-second stop at the third position). Next, at step 2306, the assigned character action control means 1175 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194 to determine whether or not the special game has started, in other words, the big hit symbol stop display. Later, it is determined whether or not a game ball has entered any one of the specific entrance A2531, the specific entrance B2532, and the specific entrance C2533. In the case of Yes in step 2306, in the step 2308, the sorting role operation control unit 1175 demagnetizes the drive source of the game ball guiding member 2600 and stops the time-sorted sorting role 2500 at the second position. Next, at step 2310, the assigned character action control means 1175 turns off the hourly number assigned character action start permission flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194, and performs the next processing ( The process proceeds to a prize ball payout process in step 1700. It should be noted that, also in the case of No in Step 2302 and Step 2306, the process proceeds to the next process (award ball payout process in Step 1700). As described above, the game ball guiding member 2600 in the time-sorted assigning object 2500 has a predetermined operation mode (for example, the first position is stopped for 5 seconds and the second position is 5 seconds after the power is turned on). It may be configured to continue operation by repeating (stop and repeat the stop at the third position for 5 seconds). In this case, it is supplemented that this processing is not necessary.

  Next, control processing executed on the sub-main control unit 2320 side will be described with reference to FIGS. First, FIG. 17 is a main flowchart on the sub-control board 2000 side (particularly on the sub-main control unit 2320 side) in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. Here, the process of FIG. 9A is a process (step 4000) on the sub-board side that is executed after resetting, such as when the game machine is powered on. That is, when the power to the gaming machine is turned on, the process proceeds to a loop process that repeatedly executes step 5000, which is a repetitive process routine of the sub-main control unit 2320. Here, when Step 5000 is executed, as shown in the process of FIG. 5B, first, in Step 5600, the effect display control means 2320 executes a hold information management process described later. Next, in step 5700, the effect display control means 2320 executes a decorative symbol display content determination process described later. Next, in step 5800, the effect display control means 2320 executes a decorative symbol display control process to be described later. Next, in step 6000, the effect display control means 2320 executes a special game related display control process which will be described later. Next, in step 7000, the effect display control means 2320 executes a display command transmission control process (transmits commands set in a series of these subroutines to the sub-sub control unit side), and ends the repetition process routine.

  As described above, the sub-main control unit adopts a form in which the sub-main routine (S5000 to S7000) is loop-processed after reset. Also, the process of FIG. 6C is an interrupt process of the sub main control unit 2320, and the signal from the STB signal line on the main control board 1000 described above is sent to one terminal (in this example) of the CPU of the sub main control unit 2320. , NMI terminal) is a processing flow (step 4700). That is, when an NMI interrupt occurs in the CPU of the sub main control unit 2320 (when the STB signal line is turned on), in step 4800, the sub main control unit 2320 displays the command input port (from the main controller 1000 side). Check the data signal line input port). In step 4900, the sub-main control unit 2320 sends the command transmitted from the main control device 1000 side to the RAM (eg, main-side information temporary storage unit 2321a) on the sub-main control unit 2320 side based on the confirmation result. Is temporarily stored, and the process that was being executed immediately before this interrupt process is restored.

  Next, FIG. 18 is a flowchart of the hold information management process according to the subroutine of step 5600 in FIG. First, in step 5602, the drawing hold information display control means 2323 refers to the main side information temporary storage means 2321a, and receives a new hold occurrence command (first main game symbol or second main game symbol) from the main controller 1000 side. It is determined whether or not the hold information related to (2) has been received. In the case of Yes in step 5602, in step 5604, the drawing hold information display control means 2323 has a drawing hold counter in the drawing hold information temporary storage means 2323a (in this example, up to four for the first main game, Add “1” to the maximum number of second main games. Next, in step 5606, the drawing hold information display control means 2323 draws hold information (particularly, a random value related to the main game symbol lottery) based on the hold occurrence command transmitted from the main controller 1000 side. The information is temporarily stored in the hold information temporary storage unit 2323a, and the process proceeds to Step 5620. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 5602, in step 5610, the drawing hold information display control unit 2323 refers to the main side information temporary storage unit 2321a and has received the symbol variation display start instruction command from the main controller 1000 side Determine whether or not. If YES in step 5610, in step 5612, the drawing hold information display control means 2323 subtracts “1” from the drawing hold counter in the drawing hold information temporary storage means 2323a. Next, in step 5614, the drawing hold information display control unit 2323 deletes the holding information related to the symbol variation from the drawing holding information temporary storage unit 2323a and shifts the remaining holding information. Next, in step 5616, the effect display control means 2320 accesses the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means 2322c, turns on the symbol content determination permission flag, and proceeds to step 5620. Next, in step 5620, the drawing hold information display control means 2323 makes full use of the effect display means 2310 on the effect display device 2140 (in particular, the first hold display portion 2312a and the second hold display portion 2312b). The same number of hold display lamps as the drawing hold counter value in the figure hold information temporary storage means 2323a are turned on and the process proceeds to the next process (decorative symbol display content determination process in step 5700). If No in step 5610, the process moves to step 5620.

  Next, FIG. 19 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display content determination process according to the subroutine of step 5700 in FIG. First, in step 5702, the drawing display content determination unit 2322a refers to the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage unit 2322c and determines whether or not the symbol content determination permission flag is on. If Yes in step 5702, in step 5704, the drawing display content determination unit 2322a turns off the symbol content determination permission flag in the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage unit 2322c. Next, in step 5706, the figure display content determination unit 2322a determines the symbol information temporarily stored in the main-side information temporary storage unit 2321a (stop symbol / variation mode related to the main game symbol) and the figure variation content determination. With reference to the lottery table 2322a-1, a decorative symbol stop symbol {for example, if the stop symbol related to the main game symbol is a big hit symbol, a slotted symbol such as “7. If it is, a variation such as “1, 3, 5”, etc.} and a variation mode {for example, a variation mode related to the main game symbol is a short-term variation, a non-reach, a long-term variation The normal reach, super reach, etc.} are determined and temporarily stored in the equipment display related information temporary storage means 2322c.

  Next, in step 5708, the drawing display content determination unit 2322a turns on the symbol content determination flag in the drawing display related information temporary storage unit 2322c, and proceeds to the next processing (decorated symbol display control processing in step 5800). To do. Even in the case of No in step 5702, the process proceeds to the next process (decorative symbol display control process in step 5800).

  Next, FIG. 20 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display control process according to the subroutine of step 5800 in FIG. First, in step 5802, the decorative symbol display control unit 2322 determines whether or not the symbol content determination flag in the drawing display related information temporary storage unit 2322c is on. In the case of Yes in step 5802, in step 5804, the decorative symbol display control means 2322 turns off the symbol content determination flag in the drawing display related information temporary storage means 2322c. Next, in step 5806, the decorative symbol display control unit 2322 turns on the symbol changing flag in the drawing display related information temporary storage unit 2322c. Next, in step 5809, the decorative symbol display control means 2322 starts the drawing variation time management timer 2322d, and proceeds to step 5810. In the case of No in step 5802, the process proceeds to step 5810.

  Next, in step 5810, the decorative symbol display control unit 2322 determines whether or not the symbol changing flag in the drawing display related information temporary storage unit 2322c is on. In the case of Yes in step 5810, in step 5812, the decorative symbol display control means 2322 changes the decorative symbol based on the fluctuation mode temporarily stored in the drawing change time management timer 2322d and the drawing display related information temporary storage means 2322c. It is determined whether or not the start timing has been reached. If Yes in step 5812, the decorative symbol display control means 2322 sets a decorative symbol change display command in step 5814, and the process proceeds to step 5830. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 5812, in step 5816, the decoration symbol display control means 2322 is based on the variation pattern temporarily stored in the drawing variation time management timer 2322d and the drawing display related information temporary storage means 2322c. It is determined whether or not the stop display timing (temporary stop display timing or final display timing) has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 5816, the decorative symbol display control means 2322 sets a decorative symbol stop display command (temporary stop display command or fixed display command) in step 5818, and proceeds to step 5830. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 5816, in step 5820, the decorative symbol display control unit 2322 displays the preview image based on the variation mode temporarily stored in the drawing variation time management timer 2322d and the drawing display related information temporary storage unit 2322c. Whether or not the display timing of the reach image has been reached. If Yes in step 5820, the decorative symbol display control means 2322 sets an image display command related to the notice image or reach image in step 5822, and the process proceeds to step 5830. In the case of No in step 5820, the process proceeds to step 5830.

  Next, in step 5830, the decorative symbol display control means 2322 determines whether or not the main game symbol is stopped and displayed (for example, referring to the main side information temporary storage means 2321a, the main control device 1000 side determines the main game. It is determined whether or not information indicating that the symbol is stopped and displayed has been received). In the case of Yes in Step 5830, in Step 5832, the decorative symbol display control means 2322 stops and resets (zero clears) the drawing variation time management timer 2322d. Next, in step 5834, the decorative symbol display control means 2322 turns off the symbol changing flag in the drawing display related information temporary storage means 2322c, and proceeds to the next processing (special game related display control processing in step 6000). To do. In addition, also when it is No at step 5810 or step 5830, it transfers to the following process (the special game related display control process of step 6000).

  Next, FIG. 21 is a flowchart of the special game related display control processing according to the subroutine of step 6000 in FIG. First, in step 6002, the effect display control means 2320 refers to the flag area of the effect general information temporary storage means 2324 and determines whether or not the special game flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 6002, in step 6004, the effect display control means 2320 refers to the main side information temporary storage means 2321a, and has received a specific entrance entrance entry operation display instruction command from the main controller 1000 side. Determine whether. In the case of Yes in step 6004, in step 6006, the effect display control means 2320 refers to the main-side information temporary storage means 2321a, and the stopped main game symbol indicates the number of continuations of the time-reduced game state after the end of the special game. A symbol that can be selected by the player (for example, whether or not the symbol is relatively disadvantageous for the player and is the first main game symbol in this example) is determined. In the case of Yes in step 6006, in step 6008, the effect display control means 2320 refers to the signal from the game ball guiding member position detection sensor 2613a and refers to the position information of the game ball guiding member 2613 (in this example, the first described above). Based on the position, the second position, or the third position) on the effect display device 2140 to enter any of the specific entrance A2531, the specific entrance B2532, and the specific entrance C2533. Display indicating that it is necessary (for example, if the game ball guiding member 2613 is in the first position where it is easy to enter the specific entrance A2531, the display will indicate “the number of time reductions is fixed 50 times”, the specific entrance B2532 In the case of the third position where it is easy to enter the specific entrance C2533, in the case of the second position where it is easy to enter the ball The time-shortening the number of times will be either from 10 times to 90 times "and the display), and the process proceeds to step 6012. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 6006, in other words, in the case where the symbol does not allow the player to select the number of times of the time-reduced gaming state after the end of the special game, in step 6010 the effect display control means 2320 On the effect display device 2140, it is displayed that it is necessary to enter any of the specific entrance A2531, the specific entrance B2532, and the specific entrance C2533 (for example, “Determine 100 times in a short time!”). Display), and the process proceeds to Step 6012. Note that if the result in Step 6004 is No, the process proceeds to Step 6012.

  Next, in step 6012, the effect display control means 2320 refers to the main side information temporary storage means 2321a and determines whether or not a special game start display instruction command has been received from the main side. In the case of Yes in step 6012, in step 6014 and step 6016, the effect display control means 2320 turns on the special game flag in the flag area of the effect general information temporary storage means 2324, and on the effect display device 2140. The jackpot start display is performed (the display is appropriately performed based on the type of jackpot), and the process proceeds to step 6018. In the case of No in step 6002, the process proceeds to step 6012.

  Next, in step 6018, the effect display control means 2320 sequentially displays the number of rounds and the number of winnings on the effect display device 2140 based on the game state command relating to the special game that is sequentially transmitted from the main side ( It may be executed as needed based on the gameplay and the type of jackpot). Next, in step 6020, the effect display control means 2320 refers to the main side information temporary storage means 2321a and determines whether or not a special game end display instruction command has been received from the main side. In the case of Yes in step 6020, in step 6022, the effect display control means 2320 performs jackpot end display on the effect display device 2140 (performs display appropriately based on the type of jackpot). Next, in step 6024, the effect display control means 2320 turns off the special gaming flag in the flag area of the effect general information temporary storage means 2324 and proceeds to the next process (display command transmission control process in step 7000). Transition. Note that, also in the case of No in step 6012 or step 6020, the processing shifts to the next processing (display command transmission control processing in step 7000).

(Function)
Next, the effect | action in this embodiment is demonstrated, referring FIG. First, the figure is an operation diagram relating to the special game and the game state after the end of the special game in the present embodiment, and particularly after entering the specific entrance A2531 after acquiring the right to transition to the special game. This is only an example.

  First, at the timing of 1 in the figure, a big hit symbol (in this example, “5A” symbol) on the first main game side is stopped and displayed, and the player is given the right to shift to a special game. Next, at the timing of 2 in the figure, the right to transition to the special game is exercised when the game ball enters the specific entrance A2531, and the special game is executed. Next, at the timing of 3 in the figure, due to the end of the special game, the state shifts to a specific game state (probability varying game state and time-reduced game state). Here, at this timing, the stop symbol is a symbol (in this example, “5A” symbol) that allows the player to select the number of continuations of the time-reduced gaming state after the end of the special game, and the game ball is As a result of entering the specific entrance A2531, the number of probability fluctuations is limited to 100 times, and the time limit game is limited to 50 times. On the other hand, if the player enters the specific entrance B 2532 at this timing, the number of times of the time-reducing game is limited to 0: 100 times = 1: 1. When entering the entrance C2533, the number is randomly selected from 10 to 90 times. That is, for the player, when the specific entrance A2531 is aimed at in terms of the selection expectation of the number of times of the time-saving gaming state, the selection expectation is stabilized and the specific entrance B2532 is aimed at. In this case, the degree of selection expectation changes greatly. When the specific entrance C2533 is aimed, the degree of expectation of selection changes randomly. As a result, the gameability differs greatly depending on which specific entrance (the specific entrance A2531, the specific entrance B2532, and the specific entrance C2533) the player has aimed at, and which gameability This makes it possible to create a new gameability in which the player can select whether or not to do so. In particular, in conventional pachinko machines, it was difficult to give a wide range of gameplay because the player could not arbitrarily select the allocation ratio for the number of times of reduced time games. Such a problem can be effectively solved by configuring as in the embodiment.

  In addition, at the timing of 4 in the figure, when a big hit symbol (in this example, “7B” symbol) that does not allow the player to select the number of continuations of the reduced time gaming state after the end of the special game is stopped and displayed The number of the probability fluctuations at the timing of 6 in the figure regardless of whether the ball enters the specific entrance A2531, the specific entrance B2532, or the specific entrance C2533 at the timing of 5 in the figure. The limit is 100 times, and the number of time-reduced games is limited to 100 times (that is, the player cannot select which gameability to use in terms of the expected level of selection of the number of times to continue the time-reduced game state) , It is the most advantageous gaming state for the player).

(Modification 1)
In addition, in this embodiment, it is comprised so that it may transfer to a probability fluctuation | variation game state after special game completion, regardless of which jackpot symbol. As a result (especially when selecting a game property in which the selection expectation level of the number of times of the time-saving gaming state continues to change greatly or a game property in which the selection expectation level changes randomly), the number of times of continuing the time-saving gaming state Even if a large number of times is selected, it is possible to prevent the interest of the game from degrading due to the transition to the non-stochastic game state (the selection of the game is wasted) It is possible. However, in the case of such a configuration, as a result of providing the termination condition for the probability variation gaming state by setting the probability variation gaming state with a limited number of times, for example, in the selection expectation of the number of times to continue the time shortening gaming state, There is a demerit that it becomes difficult to realize the gameability of “selectable number of times to continue to big hit”. Therefore, an example of a configuration for solving such a problem is a modified example (modified example 1) from the present embodiment, and only the modified points from the present embodiment will be described in detail below.

  First, in the gaming machine according to the modified example 1 from the present embodiment, when the game control means 1100 determines whether or not to shift to the probability-variable gaming state after the end of the special game, a predetermined pitch during execution of the special game is determined. There is a distribution game execution control means 1176 that can execute a game (hereinafter also referred to as a distribution game) for determining whether or not to enter the mouth (hereinafter also referred to as a specific area). ing. In addition, the distribution game execution control means 1176 counts the number of balls entered into the variable winning hole (in this example, the second big winning hole 2220) having the predetermined ball opening (specific area). It is assumed that a winning ball counter 1176a is provided.

  Next, FIG. 23 (main game table 1) is an example of a first main game success / failure lottery table 1135b-1 and a second main game success / failure lottery table 1135b-3. First, the change from this embodiment is the random value of each table, the purpose of which is that the winning probability that is a big hit between the situation of the probability variation gaming state and the situation of the non-stochastic variation gaming state The configuration is to be substantially the same. That is, in the first main game success / failure lottery table and the second main game success / failure lottery table at the time of non-stochastic variation game, the winning (big hit) random number value is “0-6” and the lost random number value is “7-1023”. In the first main game success / failure lottery table and the second main game success / failure lottery table in the probability variation game, the winning (big hit) random value is “0-7”, and the lost random value is “ 8-1023 ".

  Next, FIG. 24 is a flowchart of specific game end determination processing according to the subroutine of Step 1450 (Modification 1) in FIG. 10 in Modification 1 from the present embodiment. First, a change from the present embodiment is that Steps 1452 to 1460 are deleted, and the termination condition of the probability variation gaming state with the number variation probability variation gaming state is eliminated, thereby changing to the probability variation gaming state. When the transition is made, the probability variation gaming state is continued until the next big hit.

  Next, FIG. 25 is a flowchart of a special game control process according to the subroutine of step 1600 in FIG. 5 in the first modification from the present embodiment. First, the changes from the present embodiment are about Step 1611 (Modified 1) and Step 2000 (Modified 1), and the purpose is to shift to the probability varying gaming state in a predetermined round during the execution of the special game. It is to execute a sorting game related to availability. That is, in Step 1611 (Variation 1), the special game execution means 1173 refers to the special game related information temporary storage means 1194, and the number of rounds executed in the special game is changed to the open big prize opening switching round (in other words, For example, it is determined whether or not a distribution game execution round has been reached. In the case of Yes in Step 1611 (Modification 1), in Step 2000 (Modification 1), the allocated game execution control means 1176 executes a probability-change game transition allocation control process described later, and proceeds to Step 1636. If the answer is No in Step 1611 (Modification 1), the process proceeds to Step 1612, and the same process (normal round process) as in this embodiment is executed.

  Next, FIG. 26 is a flowchart of the probability variation game transition distribution control process according to the subroutine of Step 2000 (Modification 1) in FIG. 25 in Modification Example 1 from the present embodiment. First, in Step 2050 (Variation 1), the distributed game execution control means 1176 executes a distributed game execution content determination process to be described later. Next, in Step 2100 (Variation 1), the allocated game execution control means 1176 executes the allocated game execution process and returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  Next, FIG. 27 is a flowchart of the distribution game execution content determination process according to the subroutine of Step 2050 (Modification 1) in FIG. 26 in Modification 1 from the present embodiment. First, in step 2052, the distribution game execution control means 1176 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194, and determines whether or not the distribution game execution flag is off. In the case of Yes in Step 2052, in Step 2056, the distributed game execution control means 1176 refers to the special game related information temporary storage means 1194, and the stop symbol that triggered the special game is the continuation of the time-reduced game state. It is determined whether or not it is a symbol (7A or 7B in this example) that “selects the number of times until the next big hit is selectable” in the selection expectation of the number of times. In the case of Yes in step 2056, in step 2058, the sorting game execution control means 1176 turns on the long release flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194, and proceeds to step 2060. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2056, in step 2062, the distribution game execution control unit 1176 turns off the long release flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage unit 1194, and proceeds to step 2060. Next, in step 2060, the distribution game execution control unit 1176 turns on the distribution game execution permission flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage unit 1194, and performs the next process (the distribution in step 2100). (Game execution processing) In the case of No in step 2052, the process proceeds to the next process (allocation game execution process in step 2100).

  Next, FIG. 28 is a flowchart of the distribution game execution process according to the subroutine of Step 2100 (Modification 1) in FIG. 26 in Modification 1 from the present embodiment. First, in step 2102, the distribution game execution control means 1176 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194, and determines whether or not the distribution game execution permission flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 2102, in step 2104, the distributed game execution control unit 1176 turns off the distributed game execution permission flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage unit 1194. Next, in step 2106, the distributed game execution control unit 1176 turns on the distributed game execution flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage unit 1194, and proceeds to step 2112. If No in step 2102, in step 2110, the distribution game execution control unit 1176 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage unit 1194, and determines whether or not the distribution game execution flag is on. Determine. If Yes in step 2110, the process proceeds to step 2112.

  Next, at step 2112, the allocated game execution control means 1176 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194, and determines whether or not the allocated game continuation flag is on. If Yes in step 2112, the process proceeds to step 2130. On the other hand, if No in step 2112, in step 2114, the distribution game execution control unit 1176 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage unit 1194 and determines whether or not the long release flag is off. . In the case of Yes in step 2114, in step 2116, the distribution game execution control means 1176 uses a short release pattern (for example, an opening for 0.1 second as an opening pattern of the second big prize opening 2220 having a specific area. , An open pattern designed so that non-entering into a specific area is deterministic) is set, and the process proceeds to Step 2122. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2114, in step 2118, the distribution game execution control means 1176 uses a long open pattern (for example, 15 seconds open) as the open pattern of the second big prize opening 2220 having the specific area. , An opening pattern designed so that the ball entering the specific area becomes deterministic is set, and the process proceeds to Step 2122. Next, at step 2122, the assigned character action control means 1175 clears the counter value of the number-of-balls counter 1176a. Next, in step 2124, the distributed game execution control means 1176 turns on the distributed game continuation flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194. Next, at step 2126, the distribution game execution control means 1176 opens the second big prize opening 2220 with the set opening pattern, and proceeds to step 2130.

  Next, at step 2130, the allocated game execution control means 1176 confirms the counter value of the number-of-balls counter 1176a, and determines whether or not a predetermined number (10) of game balls have won the second big prize opening 2220. judge. In the case of Yes in step 2130, the distribution game execution control means 1176 closes the second big prize opening 2220 in step 2140. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2130, in step 2132, the allocation game execution control means 1176 determines whether or not the opening period (set opening pattern) of the second big prize opening 2220 has ended. If Yes in step 2132, the process proceeds to step 2140. Next, at step 2142, the distributed game execution control means 1176 turns off the distributed game continuation flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194. Next, in step 2144, the distributed game execution control means 1176 turns off the distributed game execution flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194. Next, in step 2150, the allocated game execution control means 1176 determines whether or not a game ball has entered the specific area in the execution round of the allocated game. In the case of Yes in step 2150, in step 2152, the allocated game execution control means 1176 turns on the main game probability change transition reservation flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194, and proceeds to step 2160. . On the other hand, also in the case of No in step 2150, the process proceeds to step 2160. Next, at step 2160, the assigned game execution control means 1176 adds 1 to the round number counter (ends the assigned game execution round), and returns to the caller of this subroutine. Note that if the answer is No in Step 2110 and No in Step 2132, the process returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  Next, FIG. 29 is a game state determination process after the end of the special game according to the subroutine of Step 9000 in FIG. 25 in the first modification from the present embodiment. First, the changes from this embodiment are Step 9002 (Modification 1), Step 9004 (Modification 1), Step 9014 (Modification 1) to Step 9018 (Modification 1), and Step 9024 (Modification 1) to Step 9028 (Modification 1). 1), the purpose of which is to select a game where the expected degree of selection of the number of continuations of the time-reduced gaming state changes greatly (in other words, a special game based on the entrance to the specific entrance B2532). Is executed), it is to realize the gameability of “selecting the number of times to continue until the next big hit” is possible. Then, when realizing the game, if there is a ball entering a specific area at the time of execution of the allocation game related to whether or not to shift to the probability variation gaming state, "the number of times to continue until the next jackpot" It is configured to “select”. That is, in step 9002 (change 1), the specific game control means 1180 refers to the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means 1195, and determines whether or not the main game probability change transition reservation flag is on. In the case of Yes in Step 9002 (Variant 1), in other words, if there is a ball entering a specific area during the execution of the sorting game related to whether or not to shift to the probability variation game state, Step 9004 (Variant 1) Then, the specific game control means 1180 turns off the main game probability change transition reservation flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means 1195 and then makes a transition to the probability change game state (main in step 9006). The process of turning on the game probability change flag is executed.

  Here, in the case where a game characteristic in which the expected degree of selection of the number of times to continue the time-reduced gaming state changes greatly (in other words, when a special game is executed based on the entry to the specific entrance B2532) is selected. In step 9014 (change 1), which is a process, the specific game control means 1180 refers to the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means 1195 and determines whether or not the main game probability change flag is on. In the case of Yes in Step 9014 (Modification 1), in Step 9016 (Modification 1), the specific game control means 1180 sets a predetermined number of times (for example, the number of times to continue until the next big hit) to the counter value of the time reduction number counter 1181b (for example, (10000 times) is set, and the process proceeds to Step 9030. On the other hand, in the case of No in Step 9014 (Modification 1), in Step 9018 (Modification 1), the specific game control means 1180 does not substantially shift to the time-reduced gaming state to the counter value of the time-count counter 1181b. A predetermined number of times (for example, 0 times) is set, and the process proceeds to step 9030. Note that the same processing is performed for Step 9024 (Modification 1) to Step 9028 (Modification 1), but in this case, in terms of the degree of selection expectation of the continuation number of the time-saving gaming state, It is intended that the player can loop the game state that is most advantageous for the player while the player cannot select whether or not to perform the loop, and when the game state that is most advantageous is looped, the counter value of the hourly counter 1181b is set. A predetermined number of times that is “the number of times until the next jackpot” (for example, 10,000 times, but the number of times itself is not set, and the time-saving gaming state may be maintained until the next jackpot occurs. ) On the other hand, if the most advantageous gaming state is not looped, the time-saving gaming state will end early (E.g., 50 times) is different is that it sets.

  Next, FIG. 30 shows special game related display control processing according to the subroutine of step 6000 in FIG. 17 in the first modification from the present embodiment. First, the changes from this embodiment are about Step 6008 (Modification 1) and Step 6010 (Modification 1), and the purpose is “the number of times until the next big hit” as the number of times of the time-saving gaming state. This is to provide a display example. That is, in Step 6008 (Variation 1), the effect display control means 2320 refers to the signal from the game ball guiding member position detection sensor 2613a, and in particular, the game in which the selection expectation of the number of continuations of the time-saving game state greatly changes. In the case of the option to select the sex (ie, in the case of the second position), “The number of time reductions will be either 0 or 10000 times” is displayed or “No time reduction (DEAD) or continues until the next big hit By displaying “A gameability that will be alive” can be selected, it is possible to more clearly express the gameability targeted by this example. In the case of Step 6010 (Variation 1), “This will be either 50 times or 10,000 times” will be displayed, or “Pray for continuation of continuous loop!” Will be displayed. It is also possible to express more clearly the gameability that the example aims at.

(Modification 2)
In addition, when comprised like the modification 1 in this embodiment, it is possible to achieve the object by linking the opening pattern of the second big prize opening 2220 having a specific area and the symbol stopped at the big hit. It becomes. However, due to the configuration, there is a problem in that it is determined by the player whether or not the gameability in which the selection expectation of the continuation number of the time-saving game state greatly changes should be selected. That is, if it can be determined that the symbol stopped at the big hit is a symbol (in this example, 7A in particular, it is possible to select the number of times to continue until the next big hit), the game is selected. Thus, it is deterministic that the number of times to continue until the next big hit is set. Therefore, an example of a configuration that can solve such a problem is a modified example (modified example 2) from the present embodiment, and only the modified points from modified example 1 in the present embodiment will be described in detail.

  Next, FIG. 31 is a flowchart of the distribution game execution content determination process according to the subroutine of Step 2050 (Modification 2) in FIG. 26 in Modification 2 from the present embodiment. First, in step 2052, the distribution game execution control means 1176 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194, and determines whether or not the distribution game execution flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 2052, in step 2054, the allocated game execution control means 1176 refers to the special game related information temporary storage means 1194, and the player can select the number of times of the time-reduced game state after the special game is finished. It is determined whether or not it is a stop symbol (in this example, a big hit symbol on the second main game side). In the case of Yes in step 2054, in step 2056, the distribution game execution control means 1176 refers to the special game related information temporary storage means 1194, and the stop symbol is “selectable number of times to continue until next big hit”. It is determined whether or not it is a symbol (7B in this example). In the case of Yes in step 2056, in step 2058, the sorting game execution control unit 1176 turns on the long release flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage unit 1194, and proceeds to step 2070. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2056, in step 2060, the allocated game execution control unit 1176 turns off the long release flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage unit 1194, and proceeds to step 2070.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2054, in other words, if the symbol allows the player to select the number of continuations of the time-reduced game state after the end of the special game, in step 2062, the distributed game execution control means 1176 is selected. Is a random number acquired at the time of entering the specific entrance A2531, the specific entrance B2532, or the specific entrance C2533 (especially, the game that greatly changes the selection expectation of the number of continuations of the time-saving game state is selected. The lottery of the opening pattern of the second large winning opening 2220 having the specific area (open mode lottery is performed based on the random number acquired at the time of entering the specific entrance B2532). The distribution game execution control means 1176 determines whether or not the open mode lottery result is an open mode that is long open. In step 2066, the distribution game execution control unit 1176 turns on the long release flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage unit 1194, and proceeds to step 2070. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2064, In step 2068, the distribution game execution control unit 1176 turns off the long release flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage unit 1194, and proceeds to step 2070. Next, in step 2070, distribution is performed. The game execution control means 1176 turns on the distribution game execution permission flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194 and shifts to the next process (the distribution game execution process in step 2100). Also in the case of No in Step 2052, the process proceeds to the next process (the distribution game execution process in Step 2100).

  By changing as described above, in the second modification from the present embodiment, the present embodiment is configured such that the opening pattern of the second major winning opening 2220 having a specific area is not linked to the symbol stopped at the big hit. It is possible to achieve the object in the first modification from the above. In other words, whether or not the opening pattern of the second big prize opening 2220 having the specific area is long open regardless of the design stopped at the time of the big hit is separately based on the random number acquired at the time of entering the specific entrance B2532. Since it is configured to be determined by lottery, it cannot be determined from the symbol that has stopped at the time of the big hit whether it will be “no time reduction (DEAD)” or “the time will continue until the next big hit (ALIVE)” It is.

  In addition, in this embodiment (including a modified example), three specific entrances related to the short-time number distribution role 2500 are provided. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the specific entry is determined according to the game characteristics required by the gaming machine. You may comprise so that two or four entrances may be provided. Further, in this example, the game ball guiding member 2600 in the short-time allotment role 2500 is configured to be able to guide the game ball to any one of the specific entrances by rotational displacement, but the present invention is not limited to this. However, for example, by providing each specific entrance at a distant position on the game board, it may be configured to cause the player to divide, or, for example, each specific entrance is vertically ( Arranged adjacent to each other (in the flow direction of the game ball), an advanced state that protrudes to the player side at each specific entrance, and a retracted state that is retracted to the player side It may be configured to be able to guide the game ball to each specific entrance by using a guide member that can be taken (similar configuration to a so-called Vero-type electric chew). A game ball launched by a player (for example, If it right-handed), it is desirable to configure to facilitate induced to the guide member provided in each particular entry ball port (especially advanced state induction member)}.

  Furthermore, in the present embodiment (including the modified example), when the transition to the time-reduced gaming state is performed, the transition is also made to the probability variation gaming state. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the probability variation gaming state is not limited thereto. May not be transferred (there is no provision of a probability variation function in which the winning probability of the main game symbol is high). However, in such a case, it is desirable that the number of continuations of the time-reduced gaming state is a gameability in which a predetermined number of times (for example, 100 times) is the upper limit and the continuation number is selected within the upper limit. In order to make the weight for one continuation of the gaming state conspicuous, it is preferable to set the winning probability of the main game symbol in the normal gaming state to be high (for example, 1/100). In addition, when transitioning to the time-reduced gaming state, it may be configured to determine whether or not to transition to the probability varying gaming state based on the type of jackpot symbol when configured to transition to the probability varying gaming state. . In that case, only when the transition to the probability-variable gaming state is determined, by making it possible to execute the gameability for selecting the number of times of the time-reduced gaming state, Can be selected. Also, in the first modification from the present embodiment, when it is determined that the symbol stopped at the big hit is a symbol (in particular, 7A in this example) indicating that “the number of times until the next big hit can be selected” However, there is a problem that it becomes deterministic that the number of times to continue until the next big hit will be set by selecting a gameability in which the selection expectation of the number of times to continue the time-saving gaming state greatly changes. However, as a solution to this problem, it is possible to solve the problem by devising the opening pattern of the second grand prize winning port 2220 having a specific area, regardless of the symbol stopped at the time of the big hit. More specifically, for example, regardless of the design stopped at the time of the big hit, the opening period of the second major winning opening 2220 having the specific area is set to the possibility of entering the specific area with “no time (DEAD)” or A period that is equivalent to the probability of allocating to either of “short time to continue to next big hit (ALIVE)” (for example, by opening for 2 seconds, the probability of entering a specific specific area is 50%. It is possible to cite a configuration such as setting an open period such as Furthermore, in the present embodiment, by setting the number of times in the probability variation gaming state with number of times to be limited to “the number of times to continue until the next big hit”, the selection expectation of the number of times to continue the time-reduced gaming state is “ It is possible to realize the gameability of “selectable number of times to continue”. In addition, the game state at the time of jackpot (for example, by game state such as time-saving game state, probability variation game state, etc.), jackpot symbol and specific entrance (in this example, specific entrance A2531, specific entrance B2532 or Based on the combination with any of the specific entrance C2533), the number of times of the time-saving gaming state may be determined. For example, the time-reduced gaming state (particularly the state in which the electric accessory 2112 is likely to be in the open state) is the same (or the state (or in particular, the state in which the electric accessory 2112 is likely to be in the open state) than the non-time-reducing gaming state (in particular, the state in which the electric accessory 2112 is less likely to be in the open state). Even if it is a big hit symbol of the same group, the number of times of the time-saving gaming state is favored (for example, if the big hit in the symbol A group, it will be 0 or 100 times in the non-time-saving gaming state, but time saving In the gaming state, it will be 50 times or 100 times, or if the number of times in the probability variation gaming state with a number of times limit is “the number of times to continue until the next big hit”, it is a big hit symbol that will be a probable big hit, but non-time In the shortened game state, it is 50 times, and in the time-reduced game state, “the number of times to continue until the next big hit” is an example.

  Furthermore, it is also possible to improve the fun of the game by devising the production surface or adding further additional structures. For example, although it is not <configuration example 1> “symbol that allows selection of the number of time reductions” (in this example, a big hit on the second main game side), a specific entrance (in this example) Then, an effect of encouraging entry into any of the specific entrance A2531, the specific entrance B2532, or the specific entrance C2533) is performed, and the number of times advantageous to the player when entering the specific entrance is It is configured to notify that it has been set (for example, that it has been confirmed 100 times) (as a result, it will be informed that it was not “a symbol that allows selection of the number of time reductions”), <configuration Example 2> As a type of a specific entrance (in this example, one of the specific entrance A2531, the specific entrance B2532, or the specific entrance C2533), a function for ending the time-reduced gaming state ( (Short end gate) may be provided (specific) Spheres port A2531, may also be combined with a specific ball entrance port B2532 or a specific ball entrance port C2533 and auxiliary game ball entrance port 2410, etc., it may be separate members). In other words, a game ball may be inserted into the short-time end gate to end the time-reduced game state with a predetermined probability each time a symbol change occurs in the time-reduced game state (in this case, a predetermined time It may be configured so that the time-reduced gaming state is always continued until the number of symbol changes is performed. <Configuration Example 3> As a display control process on the sub-main control unit 2320 side, (Before entering the ball mouth), it is not reported whether or not it is a probable big hit, and “the number of time reductions when transitioning to the probability variation gaming state is ○ times, and the number of time reductions when being in the non-probability variation gaming state is ● By performing both displays such as “times”, the selectivity related to the number of times of the time-saving gaming state may be expressed.

1000 Main control device, 1100 Game control means 1110 Entrance determination means, 1111 First main game start entrance entrance judgment means 1112 Second main game start entrance entrance judgment means, 1113 Auxiliary game entrance entrance entrance judgment means 1120 Random number Acquisition determination execution means, 1121 First main game random number acquisition determination execution means 1122 Second main game random number acquisition determination execution means, 1123 Auxiliary game random number acquisition determination execution means 1130 Hold control means, 1131 First main game symbol hold means 1131a First Main game symbol hold information temporary storage means, 1132 Second main game symbol hold means 1132a Second main game symbol hold information temporary storage means, 1133 Auxiliary game symbol hold means 1133a Auxiliary game symbol hold information temporary storage means, 1135 Winning lottery means 1135a Special game transition determining means, 1135b winning / no-win lottery table 1135b- First main game success / failure lottery table, 1135b-3 Second main game success / failure lottery table 1140 Symbol content determination means, 1141 First main game content determination means 1141a First main game content determination lottery table, 1142 Second main game Content determination means 1142a Second main game content determination lottery table, 1143 Auxiliary game content determination means 1143a Auxiliary game content determination lottery table, 1150 Display control means 1151 First main game symbol control means, 1151a First main game symbol variation time Management means 1151a-1 First main game symbol variation management timer, 1152 Second main game symbol control means 1152a Second main game symbol variation time management means, 1152a-1 Second main game symbol variation management timer 1154 Main game symbol Hold release control means, 1153 Auxiliary game symbol control means 1153a Auxiliary game Pattern change time management means, 1153a-1 Auxiliary game symbol change management timer 1160 Electric accessory opening / closing control means, 1161 Condition determination means 1162 Open timer, 1170 Special game control means 1171 Condition determination means, 1172 Special game content determination means 1172a Special Game content reference table, 1173 Special game execution means 1174 Special game time management means, 1174a Special game timer 1175 Distribution role operation control means, 1180 Specific game control means 1181 Specific game end condition determination means, 1181a Probability change counter 1181b Time reduction Count counter, 1190 gaming state temporary storage means 1191 first main gaming state temporary storage means, 1191a first flag temporary storage means 1191b first main gaming symbol information temporary storage means, 1192 second main gaming state temporary storage means 1192a second Lag temporary storage means, 1192b Second main game symbol information temporary storage means 1193 Auxiliary game state temporary storage means, 1193a Auxiliary game related information temporary storage means 1193b Auxiliary game symbol information temporary storage means, 1194 Special game related information temporary storage means 1195 Game related information temporary storage means,
DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1300 Information transmission control means, 1301 Command transmission buffer 1400 Prize ball payout determination means 2000 Game peripheral equipment 2210 1st main game starting port, 2211 1st entrance detection device 2130 1st main game symbol display device, 2131 1st main game Symbol display unit 2132 First main game symbol hold display unit, 2110 Second main game start port 2111 Second entrance detection device, 2112 Electric accessory 2230 Second main game symbol display device, 2231 Second main game symbol display unit 2232 2nd main game symbol hold display unit, 2120 1st grand prize opening 2121 1st grand prize opening prize detection device, 2122 1st big prize opening electrical equipment 2220 2nd big prize opening, 2221 2nd big prize opening prize detection device 2222 2nd Grand Prix entrance electrical machinery, 2531 specific entrance A
2531a Specific entrance A entrance detection device, 2532 Specific entrance B
2532a Specific entrance B entry detection device, 2533 Specific entrance C
2533a Specific entrance C entrance detection device, 2410 Auxiliary game entrance 2411 Auxiliary game start entrance entrance detection device, 2420 Auxiliary game symbol display device 2421 Auxiliary game symbol display unit, 2422 Auxiliary game symbol hold display unit 2320 Production display Control means (sub-main control board), 2321 display information receiving means 2321a main-side information temporary storage means, 2322 decoration symbol display control means 2322a drawing display content determination means, 2322a-1 drawing variation content determination lottery table 2322c Display related information temporary storage means, 2322d Drawing variation time management timer 2323 Drawing hold information display control means, 2323a Drawing hold information temporary storage means 2324 Production general information temporary storage means 2400 Information transmission / reception control means 2310 Production display means (sub-sub Control board)
2450 Sub information transmission / reception control means, 2313 Image display control means 2311 Decoration symbol display area, 2312a First hold display section 2312b Second hold display section 3000 Prize ball payout control device

Claims (1)

A main game department that executes the main game;
An auxiliary game unit that executes an auxiliary game that supports the main game;
A main game start port where game balls can enter,
Auxiliary gaming start opening where game balls can enter,
A member attached to the main game start opening that can be displaced between an open state and a closed state, and when displaced to the open state, a game ball can enter the main game start opening or be compared with the closed state. And a variable member configured to make it difficult to enter a game ball at the main game start port when compared with the open state when it is easy to enter, and when it is displaced to the closed state,
A variable winning opening that can be open and closed;
A main game identification information display unit capable of displaying the main game identification information;
An auxiliary game identification information display unit capable of displaying the auxiliary game identification information,
The main game department
A main game random number acquisition means for acquiring a main game random number based on a game ball entering the start gate for the main game;
Main game identification information display content determination means for determining stop identification information of the main game identification information based on the main game random number acquired by the main game random number acquisition means;
Based on the determination by the main game identification information display content determination means, the main game identification information display unit variably displays the main game identification information, and then controls to stop and display the stop identification information of the main game identification information. Game identification information display control means;
Special game control means for executing a special game that can open a variable winning opening that is closed when a predetermined mode is stopped and displayed as stop identification information of the main game identification information;
The auxiliary game department
Auxiliary game random number acquisition means for acquiring an auxiliary game random number based on a game ball entering the auxiliary game start port,
Auxiliary game identification information display content determination means for determining stop identification information of the auxiliary game identification information based on the auxiliary game random number acquired by the auxiliary game random number acquisition means;
Auxiliary game identification information display content based on the determination by the auxiliary game identification information display determining means, after the auxiliary game identification information display section is variably displayed, the auxiliary game identification information stop identification information is controlled to stop display Game identification information display control means;
When the specific mode is stopped and displayed as the stop identification information of the auxiliary game identification information, an easy entry game execution means for executing an easy entry game that can displace the variable member from the closed state to the open state is provided.
The gaming state related to the expected average execution time of easy entry games per unit time includes an auxiliary gaming low profit state and an auxiliary gaming high profit state that is a gaming state in which the expected average execution time is longer than the auxiliary gaming low profit state. In addition, the special game is controlled so that it can be in the auxiliary game high profit state after the end of the special game, and in the situation where the auxiliary game is in the high profit state, the special game is made from the change display to the stop display of the main game identification information as one unit. When the cumulative number of the unit counted from the end of the game reaches a predetermined number of times, control is performed so that the auxiliary game can be in a low profit state.
When transitioning to the auxiliary gaming high profit state after the end of the special game, there is a plurality of types of predetermined number of candidate groups in which one or a plurality of types of predetermined number of times candidates are grouped. Any one of the predetermined number of candidates included in one predetermined number of candidate groups can be set to the predetermined number of times, and any one of the plurality of types of predetermined number of candidate groups is selected. A pachinko gaming machine characterized in that the player can determine whether or not.

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