JP2015159986A - Pachinko game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a Pachinko game machine that can realize a more novel game property, in a game machine adopting a concept of creating an advantageous game progress state to players.SOLUTION: During a period when a certain variation unit is being performed and an image display format is a certain type, even if the certain variation unit's type of the image display format in the next variation unit is the same, the certain variation unit's type of a sound output mode in the next variation unit is set to be different between a case where a specific notice presentation is displayed and a case where a presentation other than the specific notice presentation is displayed.

Description

  It relates to pachinko machines.

  As a recent pachinko game machine, a big hit lottery with a predetermined probability is made when a game ball enters the starting opening on the game board surface (game area), and if the big hit lottery is won, The mainstream is pachinko gaming machines that transition to the state and can open a large winning opening provided on the game board surface to obtain a large number of prize balls. Among the pachinko gaming machines configured in this manner, there is a probability-changing gaming state that increases the winning probability in the jackpot lottery and a time-reducing gaming state that increases the efficiency of symbol variation for notifying the lottery result in the jackpot lottery There is also a gaming machine that enhances the interest of the game by creating a game progress state that is advantageous to the player by these game states. In addition, games that are designed to attract the player's interests by devising ingenuity to enhance the fun of the game (those that increase the expectation of jackpots through image display and audio output) There is also a machine.

JP 2004-174056 A JP 2009-160241 A

  However, since there are many such gaming machines, there is a problem that it is desired to develop a model that can realize further innovative gaming properties.

The pachinko gaming machine according to this aspect is
A start opening (for example, a first main game start opening A10, a second main game start opening B10) into which a game ball can enter;
An identification information display unit (for example, a first main game symbol display unit A21g, a second main game symbol display unit B21g) capable of variably displaying and stopping the identification information;
A video display unit (for example, an effect display device SG) capable of displaying video;
A sound output unit (for example, a sound control unit SO) capable of outputting sound;
A main game unit (for example, a main control board M) for controlling the progress of the game;
A sub game unit (for example, sub control board S) that controls video display on the video display unit (for example, effect display device SG) and sound output to the sound output unit (for example, sound control unit SO);
The main game part (for example, the main control board M)
Random number acquisition means (for example, random number acquisition determination execution means MJ20) for acquiring a random number based on the ball entering the start opening (for example, the first main game start opening A10, the second main game start opening B10);
In accordance with the determination result based on the random number, after the identification information is displayed on the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g, the second main game symbol display unit B21g), the stop identification information is stopped and displayed. Identification information display control means (for example, display control means MP10) for controlling
When the stop identification information stopped and displayed on the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g, the second main game symbol display unit B21g) is in a predetermined mode, a special game advantageous to the player is executed. Possible special game control means (for example, special game control means MP30),
The sub game part (for example, the sub control board S)
The identification information is displayed in a variable unit until it is stopped and displayed, and at least during each variable unit, a notice effect that is a video suggesting or notifying the feasibility of a special game is provided. It can be displayed on a video display unit (for example, an effect display device SG),
There are a plurality of types of display formats for displaying video on the video display unit (for example, the effect display device SG), and a certain type of display format and a different type of display format are different. Even if the variation display mode of the identification information is the same type, the content of the notice effect is different,
There are a plurality of types of output modes as output modes for outputting sound to the sound output unit (for example, the sound control unit SO), and a certain type of output mode and an output mode different from the certain type are used. , The sound components are different,
When a specific notice effect is displayed and a notice effect other than the specific notice effect is displayed during a period in which a certain unit of change is performed and the display format is a certain type And even if the type of the display format in the next variation unit of the certain variation unit is the same, the type of the output mode in the next variation unit of the certain variation unit is configured to be different. It is a pachinko game machine characterized by being.

  According to the pachinko gaming machine according to this aspect, it is possible to realize further novel gaming characteristics in the gaming machine adopting the concept of creating a game progress state advantageous to the player.

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 control board 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 board 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 control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 8 is a flowchart of the main game content determination random number acquisition process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 9 is a flowchart of the main game symbol display process on the main control board 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 board 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 control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 12 is a flowchart of the specific game end determination process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 13 is a flowchart of special game operation condition determination processing on the main control board 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 board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 15 is a flowchart of the gaming state determination process after the end of the special game on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 16 is a main flowchart on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 17 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. 18 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. 19 is a flowchart of effect content determination processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 20 is a channel configuration image diagram in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 21 is a flowchart of pre-reading notice effect determination processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 22 is a BGM determination table during the special sound mode ST in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 23 is an example of an effect execution schedule in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 24 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. 25 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. 26 is a flowchart of ST effect type selection processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 27 is a flowchart of effect content determination processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 1 from this embodiment. FIG. 28 is a flowchart of non-ST effect content determination processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 1 from the present embodiment. FIG. 29 is a flowchart of specific zone medium background effect content determination processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 1 from the present embodiment. FIG. 30 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display control process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 1 from the present embodiment. FIG. 31 is a flowchart of the specific zone intermediate background effect / BGM execution process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the first modification from the present embodiment. FIG. 32 is a background effect image in the specific zone in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 1 from 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. The “identification information” may be in any form as long as the type of information can be identified through the five senses (visual, auditory, tactile, etc.), but is preferably visual, for example, numbers, letters, designs. The thing with the shape of etc. can be mentioned. In this specification, “identification information” may be called a main game symbol / special symbol (special symbol) or a decorative symbol (design), but the “special symbol (special symbol)” is the main control board. The “decorative pattern (design)” is identification information as an effect displayed on the sub-control board side. “Displaying identification information” is not limited to a display method. For example, light emission of a light emitting means (for example, liquid crystal, LED, 7-segment) (including not only whether light is emitted but also a color difference), physical Display (for example, a symbol drawn on a reel band is stopped and displayed at a predetermined position). “Direction” refers to display content that enhances the fun of the game. For example, identification information fluctuates / stops, notices, etc., moving images such as animation and live action, still images such as pictures, photos, characters, etc. Combinations can be mentioned. “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. “Display format when displaying video on the video display unit” means a so-called production stage, but if this “display format” is different, the types of production contents (contents on display) that can be selected And / or that the selection probabilities are different. “Sound components are different” means not only that the basic sound elements “volume”, “pitch”, “tone” are different, but also the basic elements of music, “melody” It also means that (melody), chord (harmony), and time signature (rhythm) are different, that is, it can be recognized as different sounds when humans listen to and compare multiple sounds. If so, the components are different.

  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. Furthermore, numerical values (for example, winning probability at the time of lottery execution, maximum number of rounds at the time of special game, symbol variation time, number of continuations in each gaming state, etc.) as specific examples shown in the following embodiments and modifications are as follows: This is merely an example, and in particular, under different conditions (for example, according to the condition of the first main game side and the second main game side, by the condition of the probability variation game and the non-probability variation game, by the time shortening game and non- It is understood that the magnitude relations and combinations of the numerical values shown in the conditions for time-saving games, etc.) may be changed as appropriate without departing from the spirit of the following embodiments and modified examples. Should. For example, on the first main game side and the second main game side, the magnitude relationship between the winning probability at the time of the lottery execution and the expected value of the maximum number of rounds at the time of the special game is as follows: first main game side = second main game side Even if it is illustrated as such, the magnitude relationship may be changed as appropriate so that the first main game side <the second main game side, or the first main game side> the second main game side, etc. Good (same for other values and conditions). Also, for example, when configuring based on the intention that the probability variation gaming state will continue until the next jackpot occurs, whether to set “65535” as the number of continuations (configure to continue substantially), Or, even in the options of the realization method based on the same purpose, such as maintaining the probability variation game state until the next jackpot occurs without setting the number of continuations, as long as it does not greatly deviate from the purpose of the following embodiments and modification examples Should be understood as appropriate.

  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 D12, a front frame D14, a transparent plate D16, a door D18, an upper ball dish D20, a lower ball dish D22, and a launch handle D44. First, the outer frame D12 is a frame for fixing the pachinko gaming machine to a position where it should be installed. The front frame D14 is a frame body aligned with the opening portion of the outer frame D12, and is attached to the outer frame D12 via a hinge mechanism (not shown) so as to be opened and closed. The front frame D14 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 D16 is made of glass or the like and supported by the door D18. The door D18 is attached to the front frame D14 through a hinge mechanism (not shown) so as to be opened and closed. The upper ball tray D20 has mechanisms for storing game balls, sending out the game balls to the launching rail, and extracting the game balls to the lower ball tray D22. The lower ball tray D22 has a mechanism for storing and extracting game balls. Further, a speaker D24 (left speaker SOsL, right speaker SOsR) is provided between the upper ball tray D20 and the lower ball tray D22, and a sound effect corresponding to the gaming state or the like is output.

  Next, the game board has a game area D30 defined by an outer rail D32 and an inner rail D34. In addition, the game area D30 includes a plurality of game nails and windmills (not shown), various general winning ports, a first main game start port A10, a second main game start port B10, an auxiliary game start port H10, 1st grand prize opening C10, 2nd big prize opening C20, 1st main game symbol display device A20, 2nd main game symbol display device B20, production display device SG, auxiliary game symbol display device H20, center decoration D38 and out mouth D36 is installed. Hereinafter, each element will be described in detail.

  Next, the first main game start opening A10 is installed as a start winning opening corresponding to the first main game. As a specific configuration, the first main game start opening A10 includes a first main game start opening entrance detection device A11s. Here, the first main game start entrance entrance detection device A11s is a sensor that detects the entrance of a game ball into the first main game start entrance A10, 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 opening B10 is installed as a start winning opening corresponding to the second main game. Specifically, the second main game start port B10 includes a second main game start port entrance detection device B11s and a second main game start port electric accessory B11d. Here, the second main game start entrance entrance detection device B11s is a sensor that detects the entrance of a game ball to the second main game start entrance B10, and the second 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 electric accessory B11d is changed between a closed state in which a game ball is difficult to win in the second main game start port B10 and an open state in which the game ball is more likely to win than the normal state.

  Here, in the present embodiment, the first main game start port A10 and the second main game start port B10 are provided apart from each other, and flow down the left side of the game area D30 (based on the center of the game area). The ball is configured to be easily guided to the first main game start opening A10, but difficult to be guided to the second main game start opening B10. On the other hand, the game ball flowing down the right side of the game area D30 (referenced to the center of the game area) is not easily guided to the first main game start port A10, but is easily guided to the second main game start port B10. . Note that “easy to be guided” and “not easily guided” are determined, for example, based on the number of balls entered when 10,000 balls are fired on the right side and the left side, respectively.

  In the present embodiment, the electric combination is provided on the second main game start opening B10 side. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the electric combination is provided on the first main game start opening A10 side. May be. Furthermore, in the present embodiment, the first main game start port A10 and the second main game start port B10 are spaced apart from each other, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the first main game start port A10 and the first main game start port A10 The two main game start ports B10 may be arranged so as to overlap with each other. In that case, the upper portion of the second main game start port B10 is blocked by the presence of the first main game start port A10. May be.

  Next, the auxiliary game start port H10 includes an auxiliary game start port entrance detection device H11s. Here, the auxiliary game start port entrance detection device H11s is a sensor that detects the entrance of a game ball to the auxiliary game start port H10, and generates auxiliary game start port entrance information indicating the entrance at the time of entrance. To do. Note that the entry of the game ball into the auxiliary game start port H10 triggers a lottery to expand the second main game start port electric accessory B11d of the second main game start port B10.

  Here, in the present embodiment, a game ball flowing in the right side of the game area D30 (based on the center of the game area) (in other words, a game ball launched at least at the maximum launch intensity) is an auxiliary game start port. A game ball that is easily guided to H10 and flows down the left side of the game area D30 (referenced to the center of the game area) (in other words, a game ball that has been launched at least with the minimum launch intensity) is guided to the auxiliary game start opening H10. {However, the present invention is not limited to this. A configuration in which the game ball flowing down the left side of the game area D30 (based on the center of the game area) is also easily guided to the auxiliary game start port H10 (for example, A further auxiliary game starting port H10 may be installed).

  Next, a first grand prize opening C10 and a second big prize opening C20 are provided at the upper right of the out mouth D36, and the game balls flowing down the right side of the game area D30 (based on the center of the game area) Before reaching the out opening D36, it is configured to easily pass through an area where the first big winning opening C10 and the second big winning opening C20 are arranged.

  Next, the first grand prize winning opening C10 has a horizontal rectangular shape that 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, and is an out port. It is a winning opening corresponding to the main game, located on the upper right side of D36. Specifically, the first grand prize opening C10 includes a first grand prize opening prize detection device C11s for detecting the entry of a game ball, and a first grand prize opening electric accessory C11d (and a first grand prize prize). A mouth electric accessory solenoid C13). Here, the first grand prize opening winning detection device C11s is a sensor that detects the entry of a game ball into the first big prize opening C10. Is generated. The first grand prize opening electric accessory C11d changes the first big prize opening C10 to the first big prize opening C10 in a normal state in which a game ball cannot be won or difficult to win and an open state in which the game ball is easy to win (first). 1 big prize opening electric accessory solenoid C13 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, a state in which a bar-like member provided in the big prize opening is in a state of protruding to the player side and a retracted state in which it is retracted with respect to the player side) The slide-type attacker has a box-shaped member that can receive a game ball that protrudes from the game area D30 and flows down the game area D30. The prize-winning mouth is closed due to obstruction of the acceptance of the game ball into the box, and when it is in the retracted state, the prize-winning mouth is open by allowing the reception of the game ball into the box-shaped member This is suitable for the case where it is desired to ensure that the number of balls entered into the grand prize opening is a predetermined number (for example, 10).

  Next, the second grand prize opening C20 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 on the upper right side of the opening D36. Specifically, the second grand prize opening C20 includes a second grand prize opening prize detection device C21s for detecting the entry of a game ball, and a second grand prize opening electric accessory C21d (and a second grand prize prize). A mouth electric accessory solenoid C23). Here, the second grand prize opening prize detection device C21s is a sensor that detects the entry of a game ball into the second big prize opening C20, and the second big prize opening entry information that indicates the entry at the time of entry. Is generated. The game balls that have entered the second grand prize opening C20 are configured to be detected by the second big prize opening prize detection device C21s. Next, the second grand prize opening electric accessory C21d places the second big prize opening C20 into the second grand prize opening C20 in a normal state where a game ball cannot be won or difficult to win and an open state where the game ball is easy to win. Make it variable. 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, a state in which a bar-like member provided in the big prize opening is in a state of protruding to the player side and a retracted state in which it is retracted with respect to the player side) The slide-type attacker has a box-shaped member that can receive a game ball that protrudes from the game area D30 and flows down the game area D30. The prize-winning mouth is closed due to obstruction of the acceptance of the game ball into the box, and when it is in the retracted state, the prize-winning mouth is open by allowing the reception of the game ball into the box-shaped member This is suitable for the case where it is desired to ensure that the number of balls entered into the grand prize opening is a predetermined number (for example, 10).

  Next, the first main game symbol display device A20 (second main game symbol display device B20) 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 A20 (second main game symbol display device B20) includes a first main game symbol display unit A21g (second main game symbol display unit B21g) and a first main game game. And a symbol hold display portion A21h (second main game symbol hold display portion B21h). Here, the first main game symbol hold display portion A21h (second main game symbol hold display portion B21h) 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). The first main game symbol display unit A21g (second main game symbol display unit B21g) is configured with, for example, a 7-segment LED, and the first main game symbol (second main game symbol) is “0” to “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 A20 (second main game symbol display device B20). The size of is set to be inconspicuous. However, in the case of adopting a technique that does not display the first decorative symbol (second decorative symbol) by giving the first main gaming symbol (second main gaming symbol) itself an effect role, an 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 display apparatus SG.

  Next, the effect display device SG 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 SG includes a display area SG10 where an effect is executed including a variable display of decorative symbols. Here, the display area SG10 includes a first hold display section SG12 (and a second hold display section SG13) that displays main game hold information, and a moving image of a plurality of rows of decorative symbols imitating, for example, a slot machine game. And a decorative symbol display area SG11 for displaying. The effect display device SG is configured with a liquid crystal display in the present embodiment, but may be configured with other display means such as a mechanical drum or LED. Next, the first hold display section SG12 (and the second hold display section SG13) is composed of four lamps, and the lamps are linked with the hold lamp of the main game symbol.

  Next, the auxiliary game symbol display device H20 is a device that executes display related to the auxiliary game symbols. As a specific configuration, the auxiliary game symbol display device H20 includes an auxiliary game symbol display unit H21g and an auxiliary game symbol hold display unit H21h. Here, the auxiliary game symbol hold display portion H21h 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 not being executed).

  Next, the center decoration D38 is installed around the effect display device SG, and has functions such as a flow path of the game ball, protection of the effect display device SG, and decoration. In addition, the game effect lamp D26 is provided in a game area D30 or an area other than the game area D30, 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 overall game operations such as lottery when entering the first main game starting port A10 (second main game starting port B10) (ie, game Main control board M that performs control directly related to the profits of the player, and effect control means (sub-main control unit) that performs display control and the like related to various effects on the effect display device SG that adds interest to the game content SM, a sub-sub control unit SS that mainly performs effect display, and a game ball supplied from the prize ball tank KT in accordance with the prize winning to the prize ball tank KT, the prize ball rail KR, and each prize opening, A prize ball payout device (set base) KE including a payout unit KE10 and the like, a prize ball payout control board KH for controlling a payout operation by the payout unit KE10, and a game ball (reserved ball) in the upper ball tray D20 To region D30 Turning on / off the launching device D42 that launches each ball, the launch control board D40 that controls the launching operation of the launching device D42, the power supply unit E that supplies power to each part of the pachinko gaming machine, and the pachinko gaming machine A power switch Ea or the like, which is a switch, is provided on the back of the front frame D14 (on the opposite side to 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 a game ball based on the main control board M that controls the progress of the game and information (signals, commands, etc.) from the main control board M. Various effects on the effect display device SG such as change / stop of decoration symbols based on information (signals, commands, etc.) from the prize ball payout control board KH to be controlled and the main control board M, the left speaker SOsL and the right speaker Sound from SOsR (two speakers are provided so that two types of sound data for one sound can be reproduced simultaneously from the left and right speakers), lighting of the game effect lamp D26, error notification, etc. A sub-control board S that controls the execution of the sub-main control unit SM (in this example, the sub-main control unit SM, the sub-sub control unit SS, and the sound control unit SO are arranged on one board); And a power supply unit E supplies power to the entire game machine comprising a control board of these, as a major component, a. Here, the sub-control board S includes a sub-main control unit SM that controls various effects on the effect display device SG such as decoration pattern change / stop, lighting of the game effect lamp D26, and error notification, and an effect display device SG. A sub-sub control unit SS that performs display processing such as variable display / stop display, hold display, and advance notice display of the decorative symbols, and a sound control unit that controls sound effects and sound when an error is notified. SO and three control units are provided. The main control board M, the prize ball payout control board KH, the sub-main control unit SM, the sub-sub control unit SS, and the sound control unit SO are preliminarily loaded with a CPU that performs various arithmetic processes and a program that defines the arithmetic processes of the CPU. A ROM for storing data and a RAM for temporarily storing data handled by the CPU (various data generated during the game, computer programs read from the ROM, etc.) are mounted (note that the sound control unit SO will be described later). In addition, since complicated control is not required, it can also be realized by PIC: programmable IC). Hereinafter, a schematic configuration of each substrate and an electrical connection mode between each substrate / device will be outlined.

  First, the main control board M has a winning opening sensor Ns {the first main game start entrance entrance detection device A11s, the second main game start entrance entrance detection device B11s, the auxiliary game start entrance entrance detection device H11s, 1st grand prize opening prize detection device C11s, 2nd big prize opening prize detection device C21s, general prize detection apparatus (not shown, but the general prize opening is always open regardless of whether or not a special game is executed) In addition, there is a winning entrance where there is a prize ball but no symbol lottery is performed)}, driving solenoids (not shown) (the first big prize opening electric combination solenoid C13, the second big prize opening electric combination solenoid C23 described above). Etc.), information display LEDs (not shown), and the like, which are input / output devices essential for the progress of the game, such as game peripheral devices (first main game peripheral device A, second main game peripheral device B, first・ Second main game shared peripheral C, auxiliary game lap Equipment H) and are electrically connected to, and controls the progress of the game based on the input signals from each input device. Further, the main control board M is also electrically connected to the prize ball payout control board KH and the sub control board S (sub main control unit SM, sub sub control unit SS, sound control unit SO), and based on the progress of the game. Thus, information (commands) related to award ball payout or the like can be transmitted to the prize ball payout control board KH, and information (commands) related to the production / game progress state or the like can be transmitted to the sub-control board S. The main control board M can be connected to the hall computer HC or the like via an external connection terminal (not shown), and the main control board M can be connected to the hall computer HC via an external connection terminal. 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 M and the winning ball payout control board KH are configured to be capable of bidirectional communication, while the main control board M and the sub main The control unit SM is configured to allow one-way communication from the main control board M to the sub-main control unit SM (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 KH is a prize ball payout apparatus KE that executes payout of game balls, and an apparatus that can be operated by a player, accepts a game ball rental request, and receives the prize ball payout control board KH. It is connected to a game ball lending device R for transmission. Although not shown, in the present embodiment, the control circuit unit (launch control board D40) of the launching device is provided in the prize ball payout control board KH, and the prize ball payout control board KH and the launching apparatus D42 ( It is also connected to the launch handle, launch motor, ball feeder, etc. In the present embodiment, the game ball lending device R is used as a separate body and is adjacent to the game machine. However, the game ball lending device R may be integrated with the game machine. Control and management control of a recording medium for lending such as electronic money may be integrated.

  Next, the sub-control board S, as described above, the effect display device SG for displaying decorative symbols, the left speaker SOsL and the right speaker SOsR, the game effect lamp D26, and other effect drive devices (not shown). However, it is connected to a so-called production movable body accessory such as a motor / solenoid. In the present embodiment, as described above, the sub-main control unit SM, the sub-sub control unit SS, and the sound control unit SO are provided in the sub-control board S, and the sub-main control unit SM provides a game effect (electric decoration) lamp. D26 lighting control and display content determination control to be displayed on the effect display device SG are performed, and display control (substantial display control) on the effect display device SG is performed by the sub-sub control unit SS, and sound control is performed. The unit SO is configured to control the sound output from the left speaker SOsL and the right speaker SOsR. In the present embodiment, the sub-main control unit SM, the sub-sub control unit SS, and the sound control unit SO are configured to be integrated on the sub-control board S. However, the present invention is not limited to this. (Although it may be configured as a separate substrate, it is possible to reduce the situation that noise is mixed into the space merit and the wiring by configuring so as to be integrated). Also, the work sharing in each control unit can be changed as appropriate, for example, by performing voice control by the sub-sub control unit SS (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.

  Here, the sound control unit SO is a control unit that controls the output of sounds (music, sound effects, voice, etc.) related to the game based on information from the sub main control unit SM and the sub sub control unit SS. The sound control unit SO is a sound source ROM that stores sound data to be output, a control register that sets sound data to be output, and a sound that can be heard by humans when the sound data (digital signal) is set and output in the control register. And a DAC (digital / analog converter) for converting the signal into an analog signal (analog signal). That is, when a command for instructing sound reproduction (hereinafter sometimes referred to as a sound reproduction command) is received from the sub main control unit SM and the sub sub control unit SS, the sound control unit SO reproduces the sound from the sound source ROM. Reads the sound data specified by the command and sets it in the control register. The sound data (digital signal) set in the control register is converted into an analog signal by the DAC and output as sound waves that can be heard by humans from the left speaker SOsL and the right speaker SOsR.

  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 board M is a game peripheral device related to the game (first main game peripheral device A, second main game peripheral device B, first and second main game shared peripheral device C, auxiliary game peripheral device H), A sub-main control unit SM (sub-game control means SM) related to the performance is connected to a prize ball payout control board KH that performs payout control of a predetermined number of prize balls based on a payout instruction from the main control board M so that information can be transmitted. ing. Further, the sub main control unit SM (sub game control means SM) is electrically connected to the sub sub control unit SS (effect display means SS) for executing image effects, various game effect lamps D26 (for example, side lamps), speakers D24, and the like. It is connected. Further, the prize ball payout control board KH is electrically connected to a prize ball payout device KE including a stepping motor, a sprocket, and the like. The main control board M, sub-main control part SM (sub-game control means SM), sub-sub control part SS (effect display means SS), prize ball payout control board KH, etc. are 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 control board M may be configured to be mounted on a peripheral device (for example, a game peripheral device). For example, each means that is included in a peripheral device (for example, a game peripheral device) may be configured to be mounted on the main control board M. The details of each means (device) will be described below.

  First, the main control board M has a game information control means MJ for controlling the acquisition of game information, a game content determination means MN for determining the contents of the game, and the progress of games such as special games and specific games. A game progress means MP for managing the game, a game state temporary storage means MB for temporarily storing information relating to the game state and the like, and various game information {eg, stop symbol information, stop symbol attribute information {eg, , 16R jackpot, 8R jackpot, 4R jackpot, loss}, information relating to variation mode (for example, variation time), special game start signal / status information / end signal, hold information, etc.} (And a command transmission buffer MT10 for accumulating unsent commands) and the prize ball payout control board KH so as to pay out predetermined prize balls based on the winning of game balls to various winning holes. Has a prize balls paid out determination means MH, the.

  Here, the game information control means MJ determines whether or not each random number can be acquired, and the entrance determination means MJ10 for determining the inflow of game balls to each entrance (starting opening, etc.), and the determination result Random number acquisition determination execution means MJ20 for acquiring each random number based on the above, and holding control means MJ30 for temporarily storing the ball entering each starting port during the variable display as a holding ball within the upper limit number. doing. Hereinafter, each means will be described in detail.

  First, the entrance determination means MJ10 includes a first main game start entrance entrance determination means MJ11-A that determines whether or not a game ball has entered the first main game start entrance A10, and a second main game start entrance. The second main game start port entrance determining means MJ11-B for determining whether or not a game ball has entered B10, and the auxiliary game start port for determining whether or not a game ball has flowed into the auxiliary game start port H10 In the first big prize opening entrance judging means MJ11-C10 and the second big prize opening C20 for judging whether or not a game ball has entered the first big prize opening C10. And a second grand prize opening entrance determining means MJ11-C20 for determining whether or not a game ball has entered.

  Next, the random number acquisition determination execution means MJ20 determines whether or not to acquire the first main game side random number based on the game ball entering the first main game start opening A10, and according to the determination result, To first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A for acquiring random numbers (for example, first winning random number, first variation mode determining random number, first main game symbol determining random number, etc.) and second main game starting port B10 And determining whether or not to acquire the second main game random number based on the incoming game ball, and depending on the determination result, the random number (for example, the second winning random number, the second variation mode determining random number, the second main random number, A second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B for acquiring a game symbol determination random number and the like, and an auxiliary game random number for determining whether or not the auxiliary game side random number can be acquired and acquiring the random number based on the determination result Acquisition determination execution means MJ21-H That.

  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 MJ30 and the hold digest control means MJ31 for controlling the processing related to the hold digest and the fluctuation start, and the first main game random number obtained in a situation where the change permission of the first main game symbol is not given. Is temporarily stored, and based on the determination result, the first random number is stored in the first main game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-A until permission to change the first main game symbol is granted. It is determined whether or not to temporarily store the second main game side random number acquired in a situation where the main game symbol holding means MJ32-A and the second main game symbol change permission are not granted, and based on the determination result The second main game symbol holding means MJ32-B for holding random numbers in the second main game symbol hold information means MJ32b-B until the second main game symbol change permission is lowered, and the auxiliary game symbol change permission is granted. Going down It is determined whether or not to temporarily store the auxiliary game side random number acquired in a situation where there is not, and based on the determination result, the random number is held in the auxiliary game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-H until the change permission of the auxiliary game symbol is granted And auxiliary game symbol holding means MJ32-H for carrying out.

  Here, the pending digest control means MJ31 has a change start condition satisfaction determination means MJ31j for determining whether or not a condition for starting change is satisfied.

  Next, the first main game symbol holding means MJ32-A, the second main game symbol holding means MJ32-B and the auxiliary game symbol holding means MJ32-H can store a maximum of four, and combine the random numbers with the holding order. The first main game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-A, the second main game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-B, and the auxiliary game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-H for temporary storage in the form of Have.

  Next, the game content determination means MN specially determines whether or not to shift to a special game and whether or not to open the second main game start opening electric accessory B11d, and whether or not the lottery means MN10 is a win. Special game transition determining means MN20 for determining transition to a game (actuating a so-called condition device), symbol content determining means MN40 for determining a stop symbol for each symbol based on each random number, and based on each random number, It has a variation mode determination means MN50 for determining the variation mode (variation time, etc.) of each symbol. Here, the success / failure lottery means MN10 is a first main game winner / rejection lottery means MN11-A that performs a success / failure lottery with respect to the first main game symbol, and a second main game winner / rejection lottery unit that performs a success / failure lottery with respect to the second main game symbol. It has MN11-B and auxiliary game winning / failing lottery means MN11-H for making a winning / losing lottery regarding the auxiliary game symbols. Here, the first main game winning / failing lottery means MN11-A, the second main game winning / failing lottery means MN11-B, and the auxiliary game winning / failing lottery means MN11-H are referred to when performing the lottery regarding the first main game symbol. The first main game success / failure lottery table MN11ta-A, the second main game success / failure lottery table MN11ta-B referred to when performing the success / failure lottery on the second main game symbol, and the auxiliary game symbol on / off lottery Each of them has an auxiliary gaming success / failure lottery table MN11ta-H that is referred to when performing. An example of a detailed table configuration will be described later.

  Next, the symbol content determination unit MN40 acquires the first main game symbol determination unit MN41-A that determines the stop symbol of the first main game symbol based on the acquired game content determination random number (first main game random number), and the acquisition Based on the determined game content determination random number (second main game random number), the second main game symbol determination means MN41-B for determining the stop symbol of the second main game symbol, and the auxiliary game symbol based on the acquired auxiliary game symbol winning random number Auxiliary game symbol determining means MN41-H for determining the stop symbol of the game.

  Here, the first main game symbol determination means MN41-A has a first main game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-A referred to when determining a stop symbol related to the first main game symbol, The first main game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-A includes various lottery tables that differ depending on the result. The second main game symbol determination means MN41-B has a second main game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-B referred to when determining a stop symbol related to the second main game symbol, The second main game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-B includes various lottery tables that differ depending on the result. Further, the auxiliary game symbol determination means MN41-H has an auxiliary game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-H that is referred to when determining a stop symbol related to the auxiliary game symbol, and the auxiliary game symbol determination lottery. The table MN41ta-H includes various winning tables that differ depending on the gaming state. An example of a detailed table configuration will be described later.

  Next, the variation mode determination unit MN50 determines the variation mode (variation time, etc.) of the first main game symbol based on the acquired game content determination random number (first primary game random number). Based on the MN 51-A and the acquired game content determination random number (second main game random number), second main game variation mode determination means MN51-B that determines the variation mode (variation time, etc.) of the second main game symbol, Auxiliary game variation mode determining means MN51-H for determining a variation mode (variation time, etc.) of the auxiliary game symbol based on the acquired auxiliary game symbol winning random number, and the first main game symbol or the second main game symbol are predetermined. In the case where the symbols are stopped and displayed, the gaming state (hereinafter referred to as a limited frequency) in which only a specific variation mode (variation time, etc.) can be selected until a predetermined number of symbol variations are completed. Can call Has a limited frequency fluctuation mode determining means MN52 for determining the fluctuation mode in the main game symbol (variable time, etc.), the at).

  Here, the first main game variation mode determination means MN51-A has a first main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-A referred to when determining the variation mode related to the first main game symbol. The first main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-A includes various lottery tables that differ depending on the result of the success / failure and the game state. The second main game variation mode determination means MN51-B has a second main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-B that is referred to when determining the variation mode related to the second main game symbol. The second main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-B includes various lottery tables that differ depending on the result of the success / failure and the game state. An example of a detailed table configuration will be described later. Further, the auxiliary game variation mode determination means MN51-H has an auxiliary game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-H that is referred to when determining the variation mode related to the auxiliary game symbol. The determination lottery table MN51ta-H includes various winning tables that differ depending on the gaming state (for example, normal game → auxiliary game normal lottery table, probability variation game and time shortening game → auxiliary game time shortening lottery table. ). Further, the limited frequency variation mode determination means MN52 includes a limited frequency variation mode determination table MN52ta referred to when determining the variation mode related to the main game symbol at the limited frequency, and the number of variations of the main game symbol at the limited frequency. And a limited frequency counter MN52c that can measure.

  Next, the display control means MP10 performs a predetermined time on the first main game symbol display unit A21g of the first main game symbol display device A20 and on the second main game symbol display unit B21g of the second main game symbol display device B20. The first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C that controls to stop display after changing the first main game symbol, and the auxiliary game symbol display unit H21g of the auxiliary game symbol display device H20, assist for a predetermined time. And auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H that performs control to stop and display after changing the game symbol.

  Here, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C is a zero / clearable first and second main game symbol variation management timer MP11t-C (for example, a decrement counter which is subtracted at predetermined intervals). Hereinafter, those similar to timers can be mounted with the same counter). Further, the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H further includes an auxiliary game symbol variation management timer MP11t-H capable of measuring time.

  Next, the second main game start opening electric accessory opening / closing control means MP20-B satisfies the condition for performing the process of opening / closing the second main game start opening electric combination B11d of the second main game start opening B10. The second main game for measuring the driving (opening) time of the second main game start opening electric accessory opening / closing condition determining means MP21-B and the second main game start opening electric accessory B11d for determining whether or not And a start opening electric accessory release timer MP22t-B.

  Next, when the special game control means MP30 satisfies the condition determination means MP31 for determining whether or not the condition for shifting to the special game is satisfied, and the special game transfer condition, the contents of the special game (Specifically, the big winning opening to be opened, the number of rounds, the time between rounds, etc.) are determined and set in the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Special game execution means MP33 for executing a special game (big hit) for opening the mouth C10 or the second grand prize port C20 in a predetermined condition, and time management of various processes related to the special game (for example, the first grand prize port) Special game time management means MP34 for performing C10 and opening / closing time of the second big prize opening C20). Here, the special game execution means MP33 includes first and second prize winning opening electric accessory opening / closing control means MP33-C for opening and closing the first prize winning opening electric accessory C11d and the second prize winning opening electric accessory C21d. , A winning ball counter MP33c for measuring winning balls to the first big winning opening C10 and the second big winning opening C20 is provided. The special game time management means MP34 can measure a special game timer MP34t for managing the round time and a special game start demonstration time (a waiting time from the start of the special game until the first round is executed). It further includes a game start demonstration timer MP34t2 and a special game end demonstration timer MP34t3 that can measure a special game end demonstration time (a waiting time from the end of the final round to the end of the special game). The special game content determination means MP32 further includes a special game content reference table MP32ta that is referred to when specifying the content of the special game to be set in the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b (table) The details of are not shown, but are a table in which the open prize opening, the maximum number of rounds, the execution contents of one round, etc. are determined, and the first round is executed after the special game is started The start demo time, which is the waiting time until the game is played, the end demo time, which is the wait time from the end of the final round to the end of the special game, and the like are also predetermined in this table).

  Next, the specific game control means MP50 satisfies the probability variation game end condition determination means MP51 for determining whether or not the end condition for the probability variation game state is satisfied, and whether or not the end condition for the time-reduced game state is satisfied. Has a short-time game end condition determining means MP52. Here, the probability change game end condition determination means MP51 and the time-short game end condition determination means MP52 each have a probability change count counter MP51c capable of counting the probability change count and a time-short count counter MP52c capable of counting the time limit count. Here, the probability variation gaming state means a gaming state in which the winning probability at the time of winning or failing the first main gaming symbol and the second main gaming symbol is higher than the non-stochastic variation gaming state, and the time shortening gaming state Means that the average value of the variation time of the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol is shorter than the non-time-reduced game state, and / or the second main game start opening electric accessory per unit time It means a gaming state in which the ease of opening B11d is improved.

  Here, in the present embodiment, during the time reduction game, the variation time of the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol is relatively shortened (time reduction) compared to during the non-time reduction game. function). Further, the auxiliary game symbol becomes a winning symbol with a high probability, and the variation time of the auxiliary game symbol is relatively shortened, and the opening extension time of the second main game start opening electric accessory B11d is relatively prolonged ( Opening time extension function). Also, the time-reduced game in the present embodiment ends when the total value of the number of changes of the first main game symbol and the number of times of change of the second main game symbol exceeds a predetermined number (probability variation game with no time limit restriction). except for). 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 probability variation game end condition determination means MP51 and the short time game end condition determination means MP52 described above are, for example, a lottery to shift from a specific game (for example, a probability variation game or a time-reduced game) to a normal game with a predetermined probability every time the symbol changes. (A so-called pachinko gaming machine having a falling lottery function).

  Next, the game state temporary storage means MB includes the first main game (game from the change of the first main game symbol to the stop) and the second main game (from the change of the second main game symbol to the stop). First and second main game state temporary storage means MB10-C for temporarily storing the current game state in the game) and auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB10- for temporarily storing the current game state in the auxiliary game Special game-related information temporary storage means for temporarily storing H and the current game state in the special game (for example, the number of rounds, the number of winning game balls in an arbitrary round, on / off of various flags related to special games, etc.) Specific game-related information for temporarily storing the MB20b and the current game state in the specific game (for example, the remaining number of time reductions, ON / OFF of various flags related to the specific game, etc.) Has a storage means MB30b, the.

  Here, the first and second main game state temporary storage means MB10-C are stopped according to the first or second main game symbol that is currently changing (the first or second main game symbol that satisfies the change start condition). There are first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C for temporarily storing symbols and variation mode information.

  Further, the auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB10-H temporarily stores auxiliary game symbol information for temporarily storing information such as stop symbols related to the currently changing auxiliary game symbols (auxiliary game symbols satisfying the change start conditions). Means MB11b-H are provided.

  Next, game peripheral devices 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. And a first and second main game shared peripheral device C which is a shared peripheral device on the second main game side, and an auxiliary game peripheral device H related to the auxiliary game. The sub-control board S includes sub-game control means (sub-main control unit) SM, sub-sub control unit SS (and effect display device SG), sound control unit SO (and left speaker SOsL, right speaker SOsR), and the like. doing. Here, the effects controlled by the sub-main control unit SM include the variation of the first main game symbol and the variation of the second main game symbol and the variation of the decorative symbol in a form synchronized in time with the result of the game. 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 opening A10 that triggers the transition to a special game, and a first main game symbol display device A20 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 B10 that triggers the transition to the special game, and a second main game symbol display device B20 that can display 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 grand prize opening C20.

  Next, the auxiliary game peripheral device H includes the auxiliary game start port H10 that triggers the opening of the second main game start port electric accessory B11d of the second main game start port B10, and the stop display and change display of the auxiliary game symbols. And an auxiliary game symbol display device H20 capable of supporting the above.

  Next, the effect display control means (sub-main control unit) SM includes display information receiving means SM10 for receiving various information from the main control board M side, effect content determination processing and display control processing for effect display. Effect display control means SM20 that controls the information transmission / reception control means SM40 that controls information transmission / reception with the sub-sub control unit SS side. Hereafter, each said means is explained in full detail.

  First, the display information receiving means SM10 has main-side information temporary storage means SM11b for temporarily storing symbol information and display instruction information related to the first main game and the second main game from the main control board M side. .

  Next, the effect display control means SM20 is a decorative symbol display control means SM21 that controls the decorative pattern variation mode and stop symbol determination processing and display control processing, and the decorative symbol display control processing that holds the decorative symbol hold count management and hold display processing. Information display control means SM22, background effect display control means SM23 for determining background image determination processing and display control processing, notice effect display control means SM24 for controlling determination effect display processing and display control processing, and reach effect content Reach effect display control means SM25 for managing the determination process and the display control process, and sound control means SM26 for managing the reproduction process of the sound effects related to the effect.

  Here, the decorative design display control means SM21 is based on the information from the main control board M side, the display design content determination means SM21n for determining the stop design and the variation mode of the decorative design, and the decorative design display variation SM21n. There is a drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b for temporarily storing various information (variation mode information, stop symbol information, various flags, etc.), and an effect timer SM21t for timing the variation time of the decorative symbol. doing. Here, the drawing display content determination means SM21n further includes a drawing variation content determination lottery (reference) table SM21ta that is referred to when determining the stop symbol and variation mode of the decorative symbol (details of the table). (Not shown).

  Next, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 temporarily stores information relating to the hold related to the decorative design (the same as the information transmitted from the main control board M side, details of which will be described later). For this purpose, it has a drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b.

  Next, the background effect display control means SM23 is displayed based on the information from the main control board M side, and the background effect (in this example, it is displayed on the back of the decorative symbol, and the possibility of executing the special game based on the information regarding the hold) Background effect display content determining means SM23n for determining the display content of the effect), and background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b for temporarily storing information related to the background effect display.

  Next, the notice effect display control means SM24 is displayed based on the information from the main control board M side, and is displayed during the notice effect (in this example, the decorative symbol is displayed in a variable manner, and the expected degree of transition to the special game in the change) In order to temporarily store the information related to the notice effect display and the notice effect display content determining means SM24n for determining the display content, display timing, etc. of the effect that suggests / informs the feasibility of the special game based on the information related to the hold. Of the main game symbols in the preliminary announcement related information temporary storage means SM24b and ST (abbreviation of probability variation gaming state with limited number of times of transition after special game, and this abbreviation may be used in the following description). And an ST counter SM24c2 capable of measuring the number of fluctuations.

  Next, the reach effect display control means SM25, based on the information from the main control board M side, reaches the reach state (mainly during the variable display of the decorative symbols, the reach state by the combination of the decorative symbols that are stopped and displayed This is an effect that is executed after the fact that it has been notified, but it also includes an effect that is executed in conjunction with the change display of the decorative symbol even if it does not reach the reach state) Reach effect display content determining means SM25n to be determined, and reach effect related information temporary storage means SM25b for temporarily storing information related to reach effect display.

  Further, the effect display means (sub-sub control part) SS displays an image on the display area SG10 on the effect display device SG and the sub-information transmission / reception control means SS10 that controls information transmission / reception with the sub-main control part SM side. Control means SS20. Here, the image display control means SS20 further includes image display related information temporary storage means SS21b for temporarily storing commands received from the sub-main control unit SM side and information relating to various image displays.

  The effect display means (sub-sub control unit) SS is electrically connected to an effect display device SG that displays an image related to the effect based on information from the effect display means (sub-sub control unit) SS. Here, the effect display device SG has a display area SG10 for displaying an image.

  Here, the display area SG10 has a decoration symbol display area SG11 for variably displaying a decoration symbol, and a first hold display section SG12 (and a second hold display section SG13) for displaying main game hold information. ing.

  The first main game symbol display device A20, the second main game symbol display device B20, and the auxiliary game symbol display device H20 are connected to the main control board M so as to be able to transmit information, and the remaining effect display means (sub-sub control unit) ) SS is connected to the sub game control means (sub main control unit) SM so as to be able to transmit information. That is, the first main game symbol display device A20, the second main game symbol display device B20 and the auxiliary game symbol display device H20 are controlled by the main control board M, and the effect display means (sub-sub control unit) SS is sub-game control. Meaning that it is controlled by means (sub-main control unit) SM. Note that another peripheral device may be controlled via the main control board M and another 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 the main control board M. After powering on the gaming machine, the process of FIG. That is, after turning on the power of the gaming machine, the initial setting is performed (not shown, but the register initialization, the input / output port setting, etc. are performed), and then in step 1002, the main control board M displays the RAM clear button. Whether the reset button (RAM clear button) of the power supply unit E has been operated, that is, whether or not an operation of intentionally clearing the contents of the RAM has been performed by a game hall manager or the like. Determine whether. In the case of Yes in step 1002, in step 1004, the main control board M clears all the RAM contents (for example, information in the game state temporary storage means MB) on the main control board M side. Next, in step 1006, the information transmission control means MT transmits ram clear information (command) indicating that the RAM of the main control board M has been cleared to the sub main control unit SM side (even if it is transmitted at this timing). Alternatively, a command may be set at this timing and transmitted by a control command transmission process described later), and the process proceeds to step 1016. On the other hand, if No in step 1002, the main control board M checks the contents of the RAM area in the main control board M in step 1008 (for example, the checksum recorded at the time of power interruption and the RAM area are stored in the RAM area). Comparison with the amount of information). Next, in step 1010, the main control board M determines whether or not the contents of the RAM are not normal based on the check result (whether or not the information at the time of power interruption is accurately backed up in the RAM). If YES in step 1010, that is, if the data backed up in the RAM is abnormal, the process proceeds to step 1004 (RAM clear process described above). On the other hand, if the data backed up to the RAM in Step 1010 is normal, that is, if the data backed up in the RAM is normal, the main control board M is stored (backed up) in the RAM in the main control board M in Step 1012. The information command is acquired, and in step 1014, the acquired various information commands are transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM 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 by transmission processing), and the process proceeds to step 1016. Next, in step 1016, the main control board M is triggered by a scheduled execution interrupt (for example, about every 1.5 ms) related to the main process on the main control board M side shown in FIG. However, in this example, the interrupt period is set to T) (as a result, when the execution scheduled interrupt timing is reached, (b) in FIG. 11 is executed), the process proceeds to step 1018. . After step 1018, the main control board M 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. The main control board M executes the process shown in FIG. 5B based on the 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 control board M executes an auxiliary game content determination random number acquisition process described later. Next, at step 1200, the main control board M executes an electric accessory driving determination process described later. Next, in step 1300, the main control board M executes a main game content determination random number acquisition process which will be described later. Next, in step 1400, the main control board M executes a main game symbol display process described later. Next, at step 1500, the main control board M executes a special game operation condition determination process described later. Next, in step 1600, the main control board M executes a special game control process described later. Next, in step 1910, the main control board M (especially the winning ball payout determining means MH) wins the winning ball payout control process (drive control of the winning ball payout device KE, etc.) based on the winning opening where the game ball has won. The payout control board KH is executed, and a process for managing the result is executed. Next, in step 1920, the main control board M executes external signal output processing (information output to the external terminal board, hall computer HC, etc.). Next, in step 1930, the main control board M executes a control command transmission process (transmits the command set in each process described above to the sub main control unit side), 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 control board M is configured such that the power interruption signal from the reset IC is input to the NMI terminal of the CPU, and the processing of FIG. Is done. That is, when the gaming machine is powered off (in this example, when an NMI interrupt occurs), in step 1020, the main control board M sets power interruption information (for example, checksum) based on the information in the RAM area. Next, in step 1022, the main control board M 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 start port entry determining means MJ11-H determines whether or not a game ball has entered (inflow, passed in the case of a gate) into the auxiliary game start port H10. In the case of Yes in step 1102, in step 1104, the auxiliary game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-H refers to the auxiliary game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-H, and whether or not the number of hold balls is not the upper limit (for example, 4). Determine whether. In the case of Yes in step 1104, in step 1106, the auxiliary game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-H acquires an auxiliary game content determination random number (for example, an auxiliary game symbol winning random number). Next, in step 1108, the auxiliary game symbol holding means MJ32-H sets the random number together with information on what number of the hold is in the auxiliary game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-H. 1 is added, and the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1200). In addition, also when it is No in step 1102 or step 1104, it transfers to the next process (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 second main game start port electric accessory opening / closing condition determining means MP21-B refers to the flag area of the auxiliary gaming state temporary storage means MB10-H, and the electric accessory releasing flag is off. It is determined whether or not there is. In the case of Yes in step 1202, in step 1204, the second main game start port electric accessory opening / closing condition determining means MP21-B refers to the auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB10-H, and the auxiliary game symbol changing flag is set. It is determined whether or not it is off. In the case of Yes in step 1204, in step 1206, the second main game start opening electric accessory opening / closing condition determination means MP21-B accesses the auxiliary game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-H, and holds the ball related to the auxiliary game symbol. It is determined whether or not there is. In the case of Yes in step 1206, in step 1216, the auxiliary game symbol determining means MN41-H refers to the auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB10-H to determine the auxiliary game side game state (flag state of the auxiliary game short time flag). In addition to the acquisition, the auxiliary game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-H is referred to, and the 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, the auxiliary game short time flag) Is selected, the winning symbol 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 MB11b-H.

  Here, the right side of the figure is an example of a lottery table for determining an auxiliary game stop symbol. As shown in the table, in this example, there are “D0, D1, D2” as the stop symbols, and “D1, D2” as the stop symbols as the winning symbols. In the non-time-reduced game, when the stopped symbol is “D1”, the open mode is (0.2 seconds open → closed), and the open mode of the electric combination that will be opened is stopped. When the symbol is “D2”, the release mode is (open for 0.2 seconds → close for 0.8 seconds → open for 5.0 seconds → close) (longest open). In the time-saving game, when the stopped symbol is “D1”, the release mode is (1 second open → 1 second closed → 1 second open → 1 second closed → 1 second open → closed). When the symbol is “D2”, the opening mode is configured to be (open for 0.2 seconds → close for 0.8 seconds → open for 4.0 seconds → close). It should be noted that the stop symbol is likely to be a lost symbol “D0” during non-time-reduced games, and the stop symbol is likely to be a winning symbol “D1” during time-reduced games.

  Next, in step 1218, the auxiliary game variation mode determining means MN51-H determines the auxiliary game symbol variation management timer MP11t-H based on the auxiliary game side game state (the flag state of the auxiliary game short time flag). A predetermined time (for example, 1 second when the auxiliary game short flag is on and 10 seconds when the auxiliary game short flag is off) is set. In step 1220, the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H turns on the auxiliary game symbol changing flag in the flag area of the auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB10-H. Next, in step 1222, the auxiliary game symbol holding means MJ32-H updates the hold information recorded in the auxiliary game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-H after subtracting 1 from the hold ball related to the auxiliary game symbol. At the same time, after the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H starts the auxiliary game symbol fluctuation management timer MP11t-H, the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H starts the auxiliary game symbol change display on the auxiliary game symbol display portion H21g.

  Next, in step 1224, the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H refers to the auxiliary game symbol variation management timer MP11t-H to determine 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 MP11-H refers to the auxiliary game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-H to acquire the stop symbol of the auxiliary game symbol, and the acquired auxiliary The stop symbol of the game symbol is confirmed and displayed on the auxiliary game symbol display portion H21g. Then, at step 1228, the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H turns off the auxiliary game symbol changing flag in the flag area of the auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB10-H.

  Next, in step 1230, the second main game start port electric accessory opening / closing condition determining means MP21-B determines whether or not the stop symbol of the auxiliary game symbol is “hit” (D1 · D2 in this example). Determine. In the case of Yes in Step 1230, in Step 1232, the second main game starting port electric accessory opening / closing control means MP20-B is based on the winning symbol and the gaming state on the auxiliary game side, and the release mode (for example, the winning symbol “D1”). In the case of 1 second release → 1 second closure → 1 second release → 1 second closure → 1 second release → closed release mode, in the case of the winning symbol “D2”, 0.2 second release → 0.8 Second opening → 5 seconds opening → opening mode of closing) is determined, and a predetermined time related to the opening time (opening / closing time) of the electric game object is set in the second main game start opening electric game object release timer MP22t-B. Next, in step 1234, the second main game start port electric accessory opening / closing control means MP20-B turns on the electric accessory releasing flag in the flag area of the auxiliary gaming state temporary storage means MB10-H. . Then, in step 1236, the second main game start port electric accessory opening / closing control means MP20-B starts the second main game start port electric accessory release timer MP22t-B, and then the second main game start port electric accessory opening combination. Open the object B11d. In the present embodiment, when the main game short flag is off and the auxiliary game stop symbol is the predetermined hit symbol (D2), the time for which the second main game start opening electric accessory B11d is kept open is the longest. Has been.

  Next, in step 1242, the second main game start port electric accessory opening / closing control means MP20-B refers to the second main game start port electric accessory release timer MP22t-B, and determines the time for opening the electric accessory. It is determined whether or not the predetermined time has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 1242, in step 1244 and step 1246, the second main game start port electric combination opening / closing control means MP20-B closes the second main game start port electric combination B11d and temporarily stops the auxiliary game state. The electric-power-operating-released flag in the flag area of the storage unit MB10-H is turned off, and the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1300).

  If NO in step 1202, the process proceeds to step 1242. If NO in step 1204, the process proceeds to step 1224. If NO in step 1206, step 1224, step 1230, and step 1242, the next process is performed. The process proceeds to (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).

  In the present embodiment, during a special game, the player hits the game ball by adjusting the firing strength of the game ball so that the game ball flows down on the right side of the game area D30. The game is configured to play a right game during the special game, and by performing the right strike during the special game, the auxiliary game starting port H10, the first grand prize port C10, and the second big prize port C20 are configured. At the same time, a game ball can enter. Also, as shown in the figure, in this embodiment, even in the non-time-reduced gaming state, the second main game start port electric accessory B11d is long open (0.2 seconds open → 0.8 (Second closing → 5 second opening → closing), so that it is easy to enter the first big prize opening C10 and the second big prize opening C20 by performing a right turn during a special game. On the other hand, the second main game start opening electric accessory B11d is long open, and the second main game side is likely to be suspended.

  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, in step 1302, the first main game start entrance entering determination means MJ11-A receives the first main game start entrance entrance information from the first main game start entrance entrance detection device A11s of the first main game start entrance A10. Is received. In the case of Yes in step 1302, in step 1304, the first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A refers to the first main game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-A and determines the main game (especially the first main game). It is determined whether or not the number of reserved balls related to the “side” 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 MJ21-A acquires the first main game content determination random number. In the present embodiment, as the first main game content determination random number, a winning lottery random number for determining whether or not to win, a symbol lottery random number for determining a winning symbol, and a variation pattern (variation time) of a 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 obtained in series at this timing. Next, in step 1308, the first main game symbol holding means MJ32-A temporarily stores (holds) the acquired first main game content determination random number in the first main game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-A. .

  Next, in step 1316, the hold control means MJ30 stores the command relating to the new hold occurrence (command relating to the first main game content determination random number information) in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting to the sub-main control unit SM. Set (sent to the sub-main control unit SM by the control command transmission process in step 1930).

  Next, at step 1326, the second main game start entrance ball judging means MJ11-B enters the second main game start entrance ball from the second main game start entrance entrance detection device B11s of the second main game start entrance B10. It is determined whether or not information has been received. In the case of Yes in step 1326, in step 1328, the second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B refers to the second main game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-B, and the main game (especially the second main game). It is determined whether or not the number of reserved balls related to the “side” is not the upper limit (for example, four). In the case of Yes in step 1328, in step 1330, the second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B 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 a success / failure lottery random number, a symbol lottery random number, and a 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, at step 1332, the second main game symbol holding means MJ32-B temporarily stores (holds) the acquired second main game content determination random number in the second main game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-B. .

  Next, in step 1338, the hold control means MJ30 sends a command related to the new hold occurrence (command related to the second main game content determination random number information) to the command transmission buffer MT10. Is set (transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM by the control command transmission process in step 1930), and the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 1400). In the case of No in step 1302 or step 1304, the process proceeds to step 1326, and in the case of No in step 1326 or step 1328, the process proceeds to the next process (process of step 1400).

  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 hold digest control means MJ31 refers to the second main game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-B 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), the game content determination means MN executes a first main game symbol display process described later, and proceeds to the next process (process in step 1500). On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1401, in step 1400 (2), the game content determination means MN executes a second main game symbol display process described later, and proceeds to the next process (process in step 1500).

  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 pending digest control means MJ31 determines whether or not a change start condition is satisfied. Here, the change start condition is that the special game is not being played (or the condition device is being operated), the main game symbol is not changing, and there is a hold of the main game symbol. Although not shown in this example, in the case of providing a variable fixed time (time for displaying the fixed display symbol after the main game symbol is displayed), during the variable fixed time, You may comprise so that it may not satisfy | fill.

  In the case of Yes in step 1403, in steps 1405 and 1406, the hold digest control means MJ31 stores the first main game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-A (second main game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-B). The first main game content determination random number (second main game content determination random number) related to the current symbol variation that is temporarily stored is read and the first main game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-A (second main game) The information is deleted from the symbol holding information temporary storage means MJ32b-B), and the remaining information temporarily stored is shifted (holding digestion processing). Next, at step 1408, the winning / not determining lottery means MN10 refers to the first main game winning / not determining lottery table MN11ta-A (second main gaming notifying lottery table MN11ta-B) corresponding to each gaming state, and the first main Based on the game content determination random number (second main game content determination random number) (particularly, the winning lottery random number), the 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 MN11ta-A (second main game success / failure lottery table MN11ta-B). 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 1409, the first main game symbol determining means MN41-A (second main game symbol determining means MN41-B) is the first main game symbol determining lottery table MN41ta-A (second main game symbol determining). Referring to the lottery table MN41ta-B), the stop symbol for the main game symbol based on the main game symbol determination result lottery result and the first main game content determination random number (second main game content determination random number) (particularly, the symbol lottery random number). Are temporarily stored in the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C.

  Here, FIG. 11 (main game table 2) is an example of a first main game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-A (second main game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-B). As shown in this example, in this embodiment, when a big hit is won, a plurality of main game symbol candidates (in this example, “4A, 5A, 7A” and “4B, 5B, 7B”) are selected. One main game symbol is configured to be determined as a jackpot symbol. The number of rounds and the opening time of special games determined with reference to the main game symbol are 8R for 4A, 4B, 5A and 5B, and 16R for 7A 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}.

  Also, a special game execution round in which the special prize opening (the first big prize opening C10 and / or the second big prize opening C20) is opened for a long time and a special game in which only a very short time (for example, 52 ms) is opened. You may comprise so that a round can be performed in one special game. In addition, in such a configuration, it is difficult for the player to obtain a ball in the opening for a very short time, so on the effect display device SG, “From the actual number of special game rounds, “The number of times that the number of rounds that are open for a very short time is subtracted” can be notified that a round that makes it easy to obtain a ball (a round that opens for a long time) is executed {for example, during the special game The image of the ball of the number of rounds that are scheduled to be easily acquired is displayed, and the display mode of the image of the ball changes every time the round where easy to acquire a ball starts (or ends) (or The display may disappear)). Moreover, it is not limited to this, You may comprise so that the number of rounds which were already performed during the special game and it is easy to acquire the game may be displayed on the effect display device SG. By configuring in this way, the player can visually recognize how many rounds (or scheduled to be executed) in which the player can substantially win the ball have been executed. In addition, during the special game, it is not necessary to perform the round notification that makes it easy to acquire the scheduled ball or the round that facilitates the execution of the executed ball in every special game. It may be configured to be executed only during a special game at the time of (a jackpot won in a non-stochastic game state and a time-reduced game state), or according to a special game related to the first main game side and a second main game side Whether or not the special game is executed may be different.

  Next, in step 1410, the game content determination means MN refers to the limited frequency counter MN52c and determines whether or not the counter value is zero. In the case of Yes in step 1410, in step 1411 the first main game variation mode determination means MN51-A (second main game variation mode determination means MN51-B) determines the first main game variation mode determination corresponding to each game state. Lottery table MN51ta-A (second main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-B), 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 variation mode of the main game symbol is determined based on the variation mode lottery random number), temporarily stored in the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C, and the process proceeds to Step 1415. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1410, in step 1412, the limited frequency variation mode determination means MN52 refers to the limited frequency medium variation mode determination table MN52ta, and determines the main game symbol determination lottery result and the first main game content determination random number (first (2) main game content determination random number) (particularly, a variation mode lottery random number), the variation mode of the main game symbol is determined, and these are temporarily stored in the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C. Next, in step 1413, the game content determination means MN decrements (decrements) the counter value of the limited frequency counter MN52c by 1 and proceeds to step 1415.

  Here, FIG. 11 (main game table 3) shows the first main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-A (second main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-B) and the limited frequency variation mode determination table MN52ta. It is an example. As shown in this example, in the present embodiment, when referring to the first main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-A (second main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-B), A variation mode (variation time) of the main game symbol is determined based on the result of the lottery determination and the short flag state of the main game. That is, 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 flag is on (time shortened gaming state) In particular, it is configured to easily determine a variation mode in which the variation time is short. 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. Further, the symbol variation time on the first main game side in the time-reduced game state (when the main game time reduction 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 starting port on the first main game side and the starting port on the second main game side cannot be distinguished}.

  In the present embodiment, the limited frequency medium variation mode determination table MN52ta is a table that is referred to during the ST (in this example, five variations after the end of the special game). Regardless of the result of the lottery or the first main game side and the second main game side, the same variation time (20 seconds in this example) is set. By configuring in this way, as will be described later, it is possible to execute an effect at a common time value regardless of which ST effect type (details of the ST effect type will be described later) is set as the effect type during ST. It will be possible. In the present embodiment, the main game symbols during ST are configured to always have the same variation time. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the variation time may vary depending on the number of variations during ST. (For example, the variation time may be different between the ST1 variation and the ST2 variation). In addition, since the purpose is to execute the production at a common time value, there are a plurality of types of fluctuation modes having substantially the same fluctuation time (for example, 19.5 seconds, 20 seconds, 20.5 seconds). There is no problem {For example, even if a 19-second production is executed as a common production, the production end timing is slightly different, so there is no sense of incongruity for the player. If the time (for example, 25 seconds) is configured, it is possible to secure an execution scale for performing a so-called reverse effect as much as the end timing of the effect is delayed}.

  Further, in the present embodiment, a variation mode (variation time is 40 seconds) of AX / BX / aX / bX is provided as a variation mode (variation time) that can be selected in the non-time-reduced gaming state. Therefore, the hold that becomes the variation mode is referred to as a specific hold (details will be described later).

  Note that the information (command related to the first main game content determination random number information and the command related to the second main game content determination random information described above) to be transmitted to the sub side when the hold occurs does not have to be the random number itself. In particular, when the range that can be taken by the random number value used when determining the variation mode becomes large, it is necessary to devise one. As an example in that case, the random number for determining the variation mode is divided into a predetermined random number range (for example, the random number value 0 to 199 is the range 1, the random number value 200 to 399 is the range 2, etc.), and the gaming state (for example, The random number value that can be taken by the random number range is different depending on the time shortening gaming state and the non-time shortening gaming state), and information divided by random value taking the same random number range in any gaming state (for example, random value 0 to 0) 99 is a range 1 when the game is in a time-reduced gaming state and a range 1 when the game is in a non-time-reduced gaming state. It can be mentioned that the information is determined as the variation mode random number delimiter information, and this variation mode random number delimiter information is transmitted to the sub-side. By configuring in this way, even if the range that the random number value can take is increased, the information to be transmitted to the sub side is simplified to reduce the processing burden, and the sub side also has an appropriate rendering. It is possible to execute (a so-called hold prefetch effect). In addition, the variation mode random number delimiter information is stored in each table when the first main game side is hit, when the first main game side is lost, when the second main game side is lost, and when the second main game side is lost. The number of provided variable breaks may be different for each table.

  In addition, as described above, the random time range of the variation time and the variation mode range can be different (for example, the random number range is different even in the same range 1) by turning on and off the main game short time flag. In such a case, the variation mode range in both the time-reduced gaming state and the non-time-reduced gaming state is transmitted to the sub-side by transmitting the variation mode random number delimiter information to the sub-side. Will be sent to. In addition, by configuring in this way, when the game state transitions between the occurrence of the hold and the digestion of the hold, the change mode range that was planned at the time of the hold occurrence and the change mode that is executed at the time of the hold digestion (For example, the change mode range was scheduled to be range 1 because it was a non-time-reduced gaming state when a hold occurred, but it was actually a time-reduced gaming state when the hold was digested. The variation mode range can be range 2.)

  In addition, as examples in which the variation mode range that is planned by the transition of the gaming state and the variation mode range that is actually executed may be different, (1) the gaming state is a non-stochastic variation gaming state, and In a situation where there are multiple holds in the main game hold, a hold in the main game hold is digested and becomes a big hit, and the game state transitions after the end of the special game related to the hold (the probability from the non-stochastic game state) Transition to the floating game state), and the change mode range of the hold in the main game hold remaining at the time of digestion of the certain hold, (2) the main game symbols change a predetermined number of times after the end of the special game When the game is over, the gaming state may change (for example, the time-saving gaming state after the end of the special game, and the transition to the non-time-saving gaming state at the timing when the main game symbol fluctuates 50 times after the special game ends, etc.) When the hold that occurred before the end of the change of the main game symbol a predetermined number of times after the end of the special game is digested after the end of the change of the main game symbol a predetermined number of times after the end of the special game An example in which the variation mode range may be different. (3) When the gaming state is a probability variation gaming state, a lottery (so-called falling lottery) that shifts to a non-probability variation gaming state for each variation of the main game symbol is executed. In addition, there is an example in which a trigger suspension occurs in the probability variation gaming state, and the variation mode range may differ due to winning the falling lottery before the digest of the trigger suspension.

  In the present embodiment, the same variation mode range (for example, range 1 when the main game short time flag is on and range 1 when the main game short time flag is off, depending on whether the main game short time flag is on or off, Or the like, the range of random numbers included in the same variation mode range may be different, and variation mode random number delimiter information (for example, the first random number range information including only the different random number ranges) may be used. There may be a plurality of variation divisions 2 etc. at the time of hitting in the main game variation mode determination table. Further, variation mode random number delimiter information (for example, the first main mode) consisting only of the range of random numbers included in both cases where the main game short time flag within the range of random numbers of the same variation mode range is on or off. There may also be a change delimiter 1 at the time of hitting in the game change mode determination table. The number of types of variation mode random number delimiter information in each table (for example, five of variation delimiter 1 to variable delimiter 5) is based on the number of types of variation mode range (for example, three of range 1 to range 3). It is desirable to configure so as to increase.

  Whether the gaming state is a non-stochastic variation gaming state or a probability variation gaming state, in addition to the configuration in which the random time range of the variation time and variation mode range may differ depending on whether the main game short time flag is on or off Depending on whether the table to be referenced is a normal variation mode determination table or a limited frequency table, the variation time and / or the random number range of the variation mode range may be different.

  Next, in step 1415, the game content determination means MN determines the commands (stop symbol information, stop symbol attribute information) related to the main game symbols temporarily stored in the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C. , Change mode information, etc.) and a command (symbol change display start instruction command) relating to the current gaming state are set in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting to the sub-main control unit SM side (control command transmission processing in step 1930) Is transmitted to the sub main control unit SM side). Next, in step 1416, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C sets a predetermined time related to the variation time of the main game symbol in the first and second main game symbol variation management timer MP11t-C. To do. Next, in step 1417, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C causes the first main game symbol display unit A21g of the first main game symbol display device A20 (second main game symbol display device B20) ( On the second main game symbol display unit B21g), the main game symbol variation display is started in accordance with the variation mode stored in the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C. Next, in step 1418, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C turns on the changing flag in the flag area of the first and second main game state temporary storage means MB10-C, Control goes to step 1420.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1403, in step 1419, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C refers to the flag area of the first and second main game state temporary storage means MB10-C and changes. It is determined whether or not the middle 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 (process in step 1500).

  Next, in step 1420, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C determines whether or not a predetermined time related to the variation time of the main game symbol has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 1420, in step 1422, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C sends information indicating that symbol variation has ended (the symbol confirmation display instruction command) to the sub main control unit SM side. It is set in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmission (transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side by the control command transmission process in step 1930). Next, in step 1423, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C causes the first main game symbol display unit A21g of the first main game symbol display device A20 (second main game symbol display device B20) ( The change display of the main game symbol on the second main game symbol display part B21g) is stopped, and the stop symbols stored in the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C are displayed as the fixed stop symbols. Control. Next, in step 1424, the first / second main game symbol control means MP11-C turns off the changing flag in the flag area of the first / second main game state temporary storage means MB10-C. .

  Next, in step 1430, the game content determination means MN refers to the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C, and determines whether or not the stop symbol of the main game symbol is a big hit symbol. To do. In the case of Yes in step 1430, in step 1432, the game content determination means MN turns on the condition device operation flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. On the other hand, if No at step 1430, step 1432 is skipped.

  Next, at step 1450, the specific game control means MP50 executes a specific game end determination process, which will be described later, and proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1500). Even in the case of No in step 1420, the process proceeds to the next process (the process of 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 MP50 refers to the probability variation counter MP51c and determines whether or not the counter value is greater than zero. In the case of Yes in step 1452, in step 1454, the specific game control means MP50 decrements (decrements) the counter value of the probability variation counter MP51c. Next, in step 1456, the specific game control means MP50 refers to the probability variation counter MP51c and determines whether or not the counter value is zero. In the case of Yes in step 1456, in step 1458, the specific game control means MP50 turns off the main game probability change flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b, and proceeds to step 1460. In addition, also when it is No in step 1452 or step 1456, it transfers to step 1460.

  Next, in step 1460, the specific game control means MP50 refers to the time reduction counter MP52c and determines whether or not the counter value is greater than zero. In the case of Yes in step 1460, in step 1462, the specific game control means MP50 decrements (decrements) the counter value of the time reduction counter MP52c. Next, in step 1464, the specific game control means MP50 refers to the time reduction counter MP52c and determines whether or not the counter value is zero. In the case of Yes in step 1464, in step 1466, the specific game control means MP50 turns off the main game short time flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b. Next, at step 1468, the specific game control means MP50 turns off the auxiliary game short time flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b, and proceeds to the next process (the process of 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 MP31 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b and determines whether or not the condition device operation flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1502, in step 1510, the specific game control means MP50 determines the specific game flag (main game probability change flag / main game short flag / auxiliary game short time) in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b. Flag) off. Next, in step 1512, the specific game control means MP50 clears the value of the probability variation number counter MP51c. Next, in step 1514, the specific game control means MP50 clears the value of the time reduction counter MP52c. Next, in step 1516, the specific game control means MP50 clears the value of the limited frequency counter MN52c. Next, in step 1518, the special game control means MP30 turns on a special game transition permission flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Next, in step 1520, the special game control means MP30 turns off the condition device operation flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b, and proceeds to the next process (process of step 1600). In the case of No in step 1502, the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1600).

  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 MP33 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b 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 MP33 turns off the special game transition permission flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b and the special game execution flag. Turn on. Next, in step 1607, the special game execution means MP33 sets an initial value (1 in this example) to a round number counter (not shown) in the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Next, in step 1608, the special game executing means MP33 sets information (special game start display instruction command) to start the special game in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting to the sub-main control unit side ( In step 1930, the control command is transmitted to the sub main control unit SM side), and the process proceeds to step 1612.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1602, in step 1610, the special game execution means MP33 refers to the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b 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 MP33 determines that the special game permission is not granted, and proceeds to the next process (process of step 1910).

  Next, in step 1612, the special game execution means MP33 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b 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, when it is just before the start of each round, first, in step 1614, the special game execution means MP33 is set to the release pattern set in the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b (for example, keeps releasing). Open pattern and open / close pattern). Next, in step 1616, the special game executing means MP33 clears the counter value of the winning ball counter MP33c to zero. Next, in step 1618, the special game execution means MP33 turns on the round continuation flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Next, in step 1620, the special game executing means MP33 drives the first big prize opening electric combination C11d (or the second big prize opening electric combination C21d) and the first big prize opening C10 (or the second big prize opening). The winning opening C20) is opened, and a special game timer MP34t (especially an opening time timer) is set to a predetermined time (for example, 30 seconds), and then the process proceeds to Step 1622. 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 1622, the special game execution means MP33 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 SM side. Is set in the command transmission buffer MT10 (transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side in the control command transmission process of step 1930). Next, in step 1624, the special game execution means MP33 refers to the counter value of the winning ball counter MP33c, and a predetermined number (for example, 10 balls) is assigned to the first big winning opening C10 (or the second big winning opening C20) in the round. ) Is determined whether or not there is a winning ball. 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 MP33 refers to the special game timer MP34t (especially the open time timer) to determine a predetermined time (for example, 30 seconds) related to the special prize opening. It is determined whether or not it has elapsed. Also in the case of Yes in step 1626, the process proceeds to step 1628. In the case of No in step 1626, the processing proceeds to the next processing (processing in step 1910).

  Next, in step 1628, the special game executing means MP33 determines the first big prize opening electric combination C11d of the first big prize opening C10 (or the second big prize opening electric combination C21d of the second big prize opening C20). The driving is stopped and the first grand prize opening C10 (or the second big prize opening C20) is closed. Next, in step 1630, the special game execution means MP33 resets a special game timer MP34t (especially an opening time timer). Next, in step 1632, the special game execution means MP33 turns off the round continuation flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Next, in step 1633, the special game execution means MP33 adds 1 to the counter value of the round number counter (not shown) in the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Next, in step 1634, the special game execution means MP33 refers to the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b and determines whether or not the final round has ended (for example, the round number counter in the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b). Whether or not the counter value (not shown) exceeds the maximum number of rounds). In the case of Yes in step 1634, in step 1636, the special game execution means MP33 turns off the special game execution flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Next, in step 1638, the special game executing means MP33 sets information (special game end display instruction command) to end the special game in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting to the sub main control unit SM side. (Sent to the sub-main control unit SM in the control command transmission process in step 1930). Then, in step 1650, the specific game control means MP50 executes a game state determination process after the end of the special game, which will be described later, and proceeds to the next process (process in step 1910). Even in the case of No in step 1634, the process proceeds to the next process (the process in step 1910).

  Next, FIG. 15 is a flowchart of the game state determination processing after the special game according to the subroutine of step 1650 in FIG. First, in step 1652, the specific game control means MP50 sets a predetermined number of times (five times) in the probability variation counter MP51c. Next, in step 1654, the specific game control means MP50 turns on the main game probability change flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b.

  Next, at step 1662, the specific game control means MP50 sets a predetermined number of times (40 times) in the hour / times counter MP52c. Next, in step 1664, the specific game control means MP50 turns on the main game short time flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b. Next, in step 1666, the specific game control means MP50 turns on the auxiliary game short time flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b, and proceeds to step 1668. Next, in step 1668, the specific game control means MP50 sets a predetermined number of times (five times, the same value as the ST fluctuation number) in the limited frequency counter MN52c, and the next process (step 1910). The process proceeds to (1).

  Next, with reference to FIGS. 16 to 25, control processing executed on the sub-main control unit SM side will be described. First, FIG. 16 is a main flowchart on the sub control board S side (particularly on the sub main control unit SM side) in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. Here, the process of FIG. 4D is a process on the sub-main control unit SM side that is executed after resetting, such as when the game machine is powered on. That is, at the time of powering on the gaming machine, in step 2002, the sub-main control unit SM executes an initial process based on the information received from the main side (main control board M side) (for example, RAM clear information is stored). If received, the sub-side RAM is initialized, various information commands are received, and the production-related information at the time of power interruption is reset in the sub-side RAM). Thereafter, the process proceeds to a loop process for repeatedly executing (f) which is a repetitive process routine of the sub-main control unit SM. Here, when (f) is executed, as shown in the process of (f) in the figure, first, in step 2100, the secondary game control means (sub-main control unit) SM performs a hold information management process to be described later. Execute. Next, in step 2200, the sub game control means (sub main control unit) SM executes a decorative symbol display content determination process described later. Next, in step 2400, the sub game control means (sub main control unit) SM executes a decorative symbol display control process described later. Next, in step 2500, the sub game control means (sub main control unit) SM executes a special game related display control process which will be described later. Next, in step 2900, the sub game control means (sub-main control unit) SM executes a display command transmission control process (sends commands related to display set in these series of subroutines to the sub-sub control unit SS side). To do. Next, at step 2950, the sub game control means (sub main control unit) SM performs a voice reproduction command transmission control process (transmits commands related to the voice set in these series of subroutines to the sound control unit S0 side). Execute this, and finish this repeat processing routine. In this embodiment, the display command or the voice command is transmitted in a series of loop processing. However, in timer interrupt processing (for example, interrupt processing that occurs every 0.5 ms). You may comprise so that transmission is possible regularly.

  As described above, the sub-main control unit SM employs a form in which the sub-main routine (S2100 to S2950) is loop-processed after reset. Further, the process of FIG. 5E is an interrupt process of the sub main control unit SM, and the signal from the STB signal line on the main control board M described above is sent to one terminal (in this example) of the CPU of the sub main control unit SM. , NMI terminal) is a processing flow (e). That is, when an NMI interrupt occurs in the CPU of the sub main control unit SM (when the STB signal line is turned on), in step 2004, the sub main control unit SM receives the command input port (from the main control board M side). Check the data signal line input port). In step 2006, the sub main control unit SM sends the command transmitted from the main control board M side to the RAM (eg, main side information temporary storage means SM11b) on the sub main control unit SM 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. 17 is a flowchart of the hold information management process according to the subroutine of step 2100 in FIG. First, in step 2102, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b, and receives a new hold occurrence command (first main game symbol or second main game symbol) from the main control board M side. It is determined whether or not the hold information relating to (1) has been received. In the case of Yes in step 2102, in step 2106, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 displays a drawing hold counter in the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b (in this example, a maximum of four for the first main game, Add “1” to the maximum number of second main games. Next, in step 2108, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 displays hold information (particularly, random value information related to the main game symbol lottery) based on the hold occurrence command transmitted from the main control board M side. The information is temporarily stored in the figure hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and the process proceeds to Step 2126.

  On the other hand, if No in step 2102, in step 2112, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 has received the symbol variation display start instruction command from the main control board M side with reference to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b? Determine whether or not. In the case of Yes in step 2112, in step 2116, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 subtracts “1” from the drawing hold counter in the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22 b. Next, in step 2118, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 deletes the hold information related to the symbol variation (particularly, the random value information related to the main game symbol lottery) from the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b. At the same time, the remaining hold information is shifted. Next, in step 2124, the sub game control means (sub main control part) SM accesses the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b, turns on the symbol content determination permission flag, and proceeds to step 2126. . Next, in step 2126, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 makes full use of the effect display means SS on the effect display device SG (in particular, the first hold display portion SG12 and the second hold display portion SG13). The same number of hold display lamps as the drawing hold counter value in the figure hold information temporary storage means SM22b are turned on, and the process proceeds to the next process (step 2200). Note that if No at step 2112, the process proceeds to step 2126.

  Next, FIG. 18 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display content determination process according to the subroutine of step 2200 in FIG. First, in step 2202, the drawing display content determination means SM21n refers to the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b and determines whether or not the symbol content determination permission flag is on. If Yes in step 2202, in step 2204, the drawing display content determination means SM21n turns off the symbol content determination permission flag in the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b. Next, in step 2206, the design display content determining means SM21n (and the notice effect display content determining means SM24n, the reach effect display content determining means SM25n) are temporarily stored in the main information temporary storage means SM11b (symbol information ( Referring to the stop symbol / variation mode relating to the main game symbol) and the drawing variation content determination lottery table SM21ta, the stop symbol of the decorative symbol {for example, when the stop symbol relating to the main game symbol is a jackpot symbol If it is a flat eye such as “7, 7, 7” or a lost symbol, it will be “1, 3, 5”, etc.} and a variation mode {for example, the variation mode related to the main game symbol is short In the case of fluctuation, non-reach, in the case of long-term fluctuation, normal reach, super reach, etc.} are determined, and the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b (and the notice effect related) Distribution temporary storage unit SM24b, temporarily stored in the reach demonstration related information temporary storage means SM25b).

  Next, in step 2250, the drawing display content determination means SM21n executes an effect content determination process described later. Next, in step 2220, the drawing display content determination means SM21n turns on the symbol content determination flag in the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b. Next, in step 2222, the drawing display content determination means SM21n generates an effect execution schedule based on the information related to the determined effect execution, and proceeds to the next process (process of step 2500). Even in the case of No in step 2202, the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2500).

  Next, FIG. 19 is a flowchart of the effect content determination process according to the subroutine of step 2250 in FIG. First, in step 2252, the drawing display content determination means SM21n refers to the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b, and is in the ST state (it is a stochastic variable gaming state that can be ended with a predetermined variable stop count, for example, an ST counter. Value ≦ 4) (Note that after the special game is won after the power is turned on, the counter value of the ST counter SM24c2 represents the number of symbol fluctuations since the end of the special game. ). In the case of Yes in step 2252, in step 2254, the drawing display content determination means SM21n adds 1 to the value of the ST counter SM24c2. Next, in step 2256, the drawing display content determination means SM21n determines the background effect content based on the decoration pattern variation mode, the ST counter value, and the ST effect type (more specifically, “ As shown in “Example of background effects”, the background effects that can be selected differ depending on the number of symbol variations after the end of the special game. The production will be performed as if it were being developed together). Next, in step 2258, the sound control means SM26 uses BGM: 0 to 3 channels {stereo reproduction (reproduction of two types of sound data for one BGM from the left and right speakers). Simultaneous playback is possible}, notice sound effect: 4 to 11 channels (configured to be able to execute either stereo playback or monaural playback. For example, when an object on the left board moves, the sound is output only from the left speaker SOsL. Monaural playback).

  Here, a channel is a transmission path of data (in this example, sound data), and by having a plurality of such channels, a plurality of sound data can be reproduced simultaneously through the plurality of channels (for example, BGM sound data). And the effect sound of the announcement effect and the button operation sound can be reproduced at the same time). In this example, the channels 0 to 11 for reproducing the BGM being produced and the notice sound effect are particularly illustrated. However, in addition to this, a channel for error notification (a plurality of errors occurred simultaneously). It may be supplemented that there are 24 channels from 0 to 23, and there are channels for reproducing other sounds or the like. There is no problem even if the number of channels is changed. BGM is music that is played in the background of a specific space or video. The notice sound effect is a sound that is played back almost simultaneously with the notice effect, but the BGM is compared with the notice effect sound. Then, the playback time is “BGM> notification sound effect”, and when attention is paid to the playback timing, BGM is output without being synchronized with the execution timing of various notification effects (however, the decorative pattern starts to change) There is a difference that the warning sound is output in synchronization with the execution timing of various notice effects (see FIG. 23 for this point).

  Next, in step 2260, the drawing display content determination means SM21n refers to the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b and determines whether or not the set ST effect type is the special sound mode ST (note that The ST effect type is set based on the player's selection during the execution of the special game, as will be described later). In the case of Yes in step 2260, in step 2300, the drawing display content determination means SM21n executes a prefetch notice effect determination process described later. Next, in step 2262, the sound control means SM26 outputs on each channel in the channels (channels 4 to 11) determined to be used for the warning effect sound based on the warning effect content determined in the processing of step 2300. Determine the sound number for the notice sound effect. Next, at step 2264, the sound control means SM26 is determined to be used for BGM based on the contents of the special notice that has been temporarily stored at step 2308 or step 2310, which will be described later, and executed until the previous change during the ST. The BGM sound number to be output in each channel in the selected channels (channels 0 to 3) is determined (refer to the BGM determination table in the special sound mode ST), and the processing proceeds to the next processing (processing in step 2220). Note that the playback timing and playback period of the sound output on the channel for the notice sound effect (channels 4 to 11) and the sound output on the channel for BGM (channels 0 to 3) are set. An example is summarized in FIG. Further, the BGM sound numbers determined in step 2264 are summarized in FIG. As will be described later, in the gaming machine according to the present embodiment, the sound (BGM in this example) played by a certain variation in ST (probability variation gaming state with variation number limitation) Since it is determined based on the effect executed in the change before a certain change (in this example, the number of times the notice effect with a high expectation level that is a big hit is executed), the expectation level that is a big hit in the change during the ST It is supplemented that the process of step 2264 is executed because the BGM to be played is switched (ranked up) as the value increases.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2260, in step 2266, the drawing display content determination means SM21n determines the notice effect content based on the decoration pattern variation mode, the counter value of the ST counter SM24c2, and the ST effect type. Next, in step 2268, the sound control means SM26 outputs on each channel in the channels (channels 4 to 11) determined to be used for the warning effect sound based on the content of the warning effect determined in the processing of step 2266. Determine the sound number for the notice sound effect. Next, in step 2270, the drawing display content determination means SM21n refers to the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b and determines whether or not the set ST effect type is ST effect A. In the case of Yes in step 2270, next in step 2272, the sound control means SM26 outputs the sound for BGM output in each channel in the channels (channels 0 to 3) determined to be used for BGM based on the ST effect type. The number (for example, 1) is determined as the BGM sound number to be continuously played (looped) (the BGM of ST production A continues to loop over all fluctuations during ST as shown in FIG. 20), and the following The process proceeds to the process (the process of Step 2220). Note that the playback timing and playback period of the sound output on the channel for the notice sound effect (channels 4 to 11) and the sound output on the channel for BGM (channels 0 to 3) are set. An example is summarized in FIG.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2270, in step 2278, the drawing display content determination means SM21n determines the channel (BGM) to be used for BGM based on the decoration pattern variation mode, the ST counter SM24c2 counter value, and the ST effect type. BGM sound numbers (for example, any one of 2 to 4) to be output in each channel in channels 0 to 3) are determined, and the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2220) (for example, the counter of ST counter SM24c2) (By configuring the sound number to be changed from 2 → 3 → 4 according to the value, the BGM in the ST effect B can be changed for each variation as shown in FIG. 20). .

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2252, in step 2280, the drawing display content determination means SM21n determines the background effect content based on the decoration pattern variation mode. Next, in step 2282, the sound control means SM26 uses BGM: 0 to 3 channels {stereo playback (two types of sound data for one BGM are played from the left and right speakers) to obtain two BGMs. Simultaneous playback is possible}, notice sound effect: 4 to 11 channels (configured to be able to execute either stereo playback or monaural playback. For example, when an object on the left board moves, the sound is output only from the left speaker SOsL. Monaural playback). Next, in step 2284, the drawing display content determination means SM21n determines the notice effect content based on the variation pattern of the decorative symbol. Next, in step 2286, the sound control means SM26 outputs on each channel in the channels (channels 4 to 11) decided to be used for the notice effect sound based on the notice effect contents decided in the process of step 2284. Determine the sound number for the notice sound effect. Next, in step 2288, the sound control means SM26 determines the BGM sound number to be output in each channel in the channels (channels 0 to 3) determined to be used for BGM based on the variation pattern of the decorative design, The process proceeds to the next process (the process of Step 2220). Note that the playback timing and playback period of the sound output on the channel for the notice sound effect (channels 4 to 11) and the sound output on the channel for BGM (channels 0 to 3) are set. An example is summarized in FIG.

  In addition, as shown in “Example of background effect” in the figure, the background effects that can be selected differ depending on the number of symbol fluctuations (or the counter value of the ST counter SM24c2) after the end of the special game. The background effect that can be selected does not differ depending on the content of the notice effect that has been executed or the content of the special notice effect. However, the BGM that can be selected may differ depending on the content of the special notice effect that has been executed (this is due to the processing in step 2264 and will be described later with reference to FIG. 22).

  Next, FIG. 20 is a channel configuration image diagram. First, when a sound reproduction command (for example, a sound number, a channel number to be used) is transmitted from the sub main control unit SM or the sub sub control unit SS to the sound control unit SO, the sound control unit SO reproduces the transmitted sound reproduction. Load sound data from sound source ROM to control register based on command (for example, based on sound number) {For example, load sound data stored in sound source file (for example, WAV file) corresponding to sound number) }. Here, as shown in the “sound source ROM data image”, the sound source ROM stores various information corresponding to the sound number {for example, the number of channels to be occupied by the sound data (the number of simultaneously used channels) Then, after all the sound data has been reproduced, designation of whether or not to return to the beginning and reproduction (presence / absence of a loop)}, and sound data reproduction processing can be executed based on these various pieces of information. The sound data playback process converts the loaded digital signal sound data (see “digital signal image” in the figure) into an analog signal (see “analog signal image” in the figure) via the DAC. Then, it is realized by outputting to the left speaker SOsL and / or the right speaker SOsR. The lower part of the figure is an image diagram of the channels and the control registers. Since a total of 24 channels are connected from the control register to the left speaker SOsL and the right speaker SOsR, a total of 24 channels are connected. If the number is 1), a maximum of 24 types of sound data can be reproduced simultaneously, and if the stereo output (the number of simultaneously used channels = 2), a maximum of 12 types of sound data can be reproduced simultaneously. In this example, the channel allocation corresponds to the reproduction of the sound related to the BGM from the sub main control unit SM, the notice sound effect, and the like, and the 12 to 23 channel = from the sub main control unit SM. It corresponds to the reproduction of the sound related to the error notification sound and the like and the reproduction of the sound (sound corresponding to the animation moving image, etc.) from the sub-sub control unit SS.

  Next, FIG. 21 is a flowchart of the pre-reading notice effect determination process according to the subroutine of step 2300 in FIG. First, at step 2302, the drawing display content determination means SM21n refers to the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b and determines whether or not the fluctuation is the ST final fluctuation (ST5 fluctuation in this example). . In the case of Yes in step 2302, in step 2304, the drawing display content determination means SM21n refers to the main-side information temporary storage means SM11b, and pre-determines the success / failure result in the second main game suspension. Next, in step 2306, the drawing display content determination means SM21n refers to the preliminary determination result in step 2304 to determine whether or not there is a big hit in the second main game hold. In the case of Yes in step 2306, in step 2308, the drawing display content determination means SM21n refers to the notification effect determination table when there is a jackpot hold based on the counter value of the ST counter SM24c2, and the special notice effect content (within the main game hold) This is a notice effect that suggests whether or not there is a big hit on hold, and depending on the content of the special notice effect to be executed, the BGM after the next change in the special sound mode ST may differ as will be described later) Is determined and temporarily stored, and the process proceeds to Step 2312. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2306, in step 2310, the drawing display content determination means SM21n refers to the notification effect determination table when there is no jackpot hold based on the counter value of the ST counter SM24c2, and draws the special notification effect content by lottery. Determine and store temporarily, and go to Step 2312.

  Here, the lower part of the figure shows a notice effect determination table when there is a big hit hold and a notice effect determination table when there is no big hit hold. As shown in the table, when there is a big hit hold in the main game hold, compared to the case where there is no big win hold, the high expectation (the main game compared to the low expectation) It is easy to select the special notice effect content that is likely to be a big hit in the hold). Further, in the present embodiment, the BGM of the next change can be different depending on whether the special notice effect is a high expectation level or a low expectation degree. It may be configured such that the BGM of the next change can be different depending on whether or not the notice effect content is not described and is described in FIG.

  Next, in step 2312, the drawing display content determination means SM21n determines the content of the notice effect other than the special notice effect based on the decoration pattern variation mode and the counter value of the ST counter SM24c2 (in the case of ST final variation). Since the special notice effect is not executed, all the notice effect details are determined in this process), and the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2262).

  Next, FIG. 22 is a BGM determination table during the special sound mode ST. As shown in the table, in the present embodiment, the BGM output in the next fluctuation is determined depending on whether the special notice effect content executed in the fluctuation during ST is low expectation or high expectation. Configured differently. As described above, when there is a big hit hold in the main game hold, the high-special special notice effect is more easily executed than the low-expected special notice effect. In addition, when a special notice effect with a high degree of expectation is executed, a BGM different from that when a special notice effect with a low degree of expectation is executed is output in the next change, that is, a high value is obtained by the previous change during ST. The BGM to which the fluctuation is output is determined depending on the number of times that the expectation special notice effect is executed. The selection mode of the BGM to be output is not limited to this. Even if the number of high-expected special notice effects performed up to the predetermined number of ST fluctuations is the same, the special notice effect is executed. When the variation (the content of the executed notice effect) is different, a different BGM may be output (for example, the highly anticipated special notice effect is executed once before the ST2 change) In such a case, the BGM of the ST3 change is different between the case where the high-special special notice effect is executed in the ST1 change and the case where the high-special special notice effect is executed in the second change. May be) In addition, as described above, when 0 to 3 channels are assigned as BGM channels, two types of BGM can be simultaneously transmitted even when BGM is stereo output (the number of simultaneously used channels = 2). Since it becomes possible to reproduce, it is supplemented that when the output is switched to a different BGM, it is possible to crossfade. In the present embodiment, the special notice effect that can be executed during one change of the main game symbol during ST is configured to be only once. However, the present invention is not limited to this. It may be configured such that the special notice effect is executed a plurality of times, and the BGM of the next change in the ST is determined by a combination of the special notice effects executed at the respective execution timings. As shown in FIG. 23, not only the production but also a plurality of notice productions may occur during one change. Therefore, the combination of these may be used to determine the BGM of the next change. ).

  Next, FIG. 23 is an example of an effect execution schedule. In this example, a case other than in a specific zone (a specific zone effect execution flag is off) is illustrated, but the same applies to a specific zone. As shown in the figure, channels 0 to 3 are assigned to BGM playback, and channels 4 to 11 are notified sound effects (for example, a notice effect sound reproduced in conjunction with a notice effect = a notice effect for a notice effect). Notice sound effect that is played back in conjunction with the start / stop of fluctuation of sound and decorative symbols = Notice effect sound for change in design, and notice sound effect that is played back in conjunction with lighting / flashing / extinguishing of the illumination lamp D26 = Reproduction of the warning effect sound for the illumination lamp, the warning effect sound that is played back in conjunction with the operation / stop of the moving movable object for the production controlled by the sub-main control unit SM. Even if the production execution schedule changes, a plurality of types of BGM and a plurality of types of notice sound effects can be reproduced at the same time (in this example, for example, 14 seconds from the start of the variation of the decorative design) At a later timing As a result, the occurrence of “Cut-in B” as the notice effect 1, the occurrence of “Sakura Fubuki B” as the notice effect 2, and the lighting of the illumination lamp D26 are executed, and the notice effect 1 is linked with these effects. The warning effect sound for the announcement lamp is output from the fifth channel, the warning effect sound for the warning effect 2 is output from the seventh channel, and the warning effect sound for the illumination lamp is output from the ninth channel). In this example, the BGM continues to be played from the start to the end of the decoration symbol change (in this example, it continues to play for 40 seconds. For example, a 20-second BGM may be played back once in a loop. The BGM of the second does not have to be played in a loop), while the notice sound effects are played along with the execution of the corresponding notice effects, and in a short time (in this example, the notice sound effects of 1 to 3 seconds are End with no loop playback. As described above, the BGM and the notice sound effect are the same in terms of the sound source data stored in the sound source ROM, but are greatly different in the reproduction timing and the reproduction period.

  Next, FIG. 24 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display control process according to the subroutine of step 2500 in FIG. First, in step 2502, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 refers to the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b and determines whether or not the symbol content determination flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 2502, in step 2504, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 turns off the symbol content determination flag in the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b. Next, in step 2506, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 turns on the symbol changing flag in the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b. Next, in step 2508, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 starts an effect timer SM21t, and proceeds to step 2510. Note that if the answer is No in Step 2502, the process proceeds to Step 2510.

  Next, in step 2510, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 refers to the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b, and determines whether or not the symbol changing flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 2510, in step 2511, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 confirms the timer value of the effect timer SM21t and the effect execution schedule (see FIG. 23). Next, in step 2512, whether the decorative symbol display control means SM21 has reached the decorative symbol variation start timing based on the effect timer SM21t and the variation mode temporarily stored in the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b. Determine whether or not. In the case of Yes in step 2512, in step 2514, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 sets a decorative symbol variable display command (transmitted to the sub-sub control unit SS side in the display command transmission control process of step 2900). . Next, in step 2516, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 sets a display command for executing the determined background effect (transmitted to the sub-sub control unit SS side in the display command transmission control process of step 2900). . Next, in step 2518, the sound control means SM26 sets an audio reproduction command for outputting the determined BGM (transmitted to the sound control unit SO in the audio reproduction command transmission control process of step 2950), and step 2528. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2512, in step 2524, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 stops the decorative symbol based on the effect timer SM21t and the variation mode temporarily stored in the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b. It is determined whether or not the display timing (temporary stop display timing) has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 2524, in step 2526, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 sets a decorative symbol stop display command (temporary stop display command) (the sub-sub control unit SS side in the display command transmission control process in step 2900). The process proceeds to step 2528. Note that if the answer is No in Step 2524, the process proceeds to Step 2528.

  Next, in step 2528, the notice effect display control means SM24 (and reach effect display control means SM25) are temporarily stored in the effect timer SM21t and the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b (and reach effect related information temporary storage means SM25b). Based on the stored variation mode, it is determined whether the display timing of the preview image or the reach image has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 2528, in step 2530, the notice effect display control means SM24 (and reach effect display control means SM25) sets the image display command related to the notice image and the reach image (display command transmission control processing in step 2900). And the process proceeds to step 2532. Note that if No in step 2528, the process proceeds to step 2532.

  Next, in step 2532, the sound control means SM26 reaches the notice sound effect output timing based on the effect timer SM21t and the effect execution schedule (see FIG. 23) temporarily stored in the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b. Determine whether or not. In the case of Yes in step 2532, in step 2534, the sound control means SM26 sets the sound reproduction command related to the output of the notice sound effect (transmitted to the sound control unit SO in the sound reproduction command transmission control process in step 2950). Then, the process proceeds to step 2536.

  Next, in step 2536, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 determines whether or not the main game symbol is stopped and displayed (for example, referring to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b, the main game board from the main control board M side). 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 2536, in step 2538, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 sets a decorative symbol stop display command (deterministic display command) (transmits it to the sub-sub control unit SS side in the display command transmission control process of step 2900) To do). Next, in step 2540, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 stops and resets (zero clears) the effect timer SM21t. Next, in step 2548, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 turns off the symbol changing flag in the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b, and proceeds to the next processing (step 2700 processing). To do. Note that if the answer is No in step 2510 or step 2536, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 2700).

  Next, FIG. 25 is a flowchart of the special game related display control processing according to the subroutine of step 2700 in FIG. First, in step 2702, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the flag area of the background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b, and determines whether or not the special gaming flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 2702, in step 2704, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b 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 2704, in step 2706 and step 2708, the background effect display control means SM23 turns on the special game flag in the flag area of the background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b, and the effect display device. A big hit start display is performed on the SG (appropriate display is performed based on the type of the big hit), and the process proceeds to step 2710. Note that if the result is No in step 2702, the process proceeds to step 2710.

  Next, in step 2710, the background effect display control means SM23 sequentially displays the number of rounds and the number of winnings on the effect display device SG based on the game information sequentially transmitted from the main side (gameability and jackpots). It may be executed as needed based on the type). Next, in step 2800, the background effect display control means SM23 executes an ST effect type selection process, which will be described later. Next, in step 2714, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b, 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 2714, in step 2716, the background effect display control means SM23 sets a command related to the jackpot end display (sent to the sub-sub control unit SS side in the display command transmission control process of step 2900). . Next, in step 2718, the background effect display control means SM23 turns off the special gaming flag in the flag area of the background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b. Next, in Step 2720, the background effect display control means SM23 resets (zero clears) the ST counter SM24c2, and proceeds to the next process (the process of Step 2900). Note that if the answer is No in step 2704 or step 2714, the process proceeds to the next process (the process in step 2900).

  Next, FIG. 26 is a flowchart of ST effect type selection processing according to the subroutine of step 2800 in FIG. First, in step 2802, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b, and the currently executed round is the ST effect type selection round (in this example, the 3rd R, but other rounds) For example, if the maximum number of rounds to be executed is 8R, the seventh round, if the maximum number of rounds to be executed is 16R, 15R, etc., just before the last round in the special game It is also possible to determine whether it is a round. In the case of Yes in step 2802, in step 2804, the background effect display control means SM23 displays an image that prompts the user to select the ST effect type (for example, “When the sub input button is pressed, the selected ST effect selection screen is changed”). Etc.) is set (transmitted to the sub-sub control unit SS side in the display command transmission control process in step 2900). Next, in step 2806, the background effect display control means SM23 determines whether or not the sub input button SB is newly pressed. In the case of Yes in step 2806, in step 2808, the background effect display control means SM23 switches the ST effect selection screen (for example, in the order of special sound mode ST → ST effect A → ST effect B → special sound mode ST... Switch to step 2810. Note that if the answer is No in step 2802 or step 2806, the process also proceeds to step 2810.

  Next, in step 2810, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b, and the currently executed round is the ST effect type determination round (in this example, the 4th R, but the ST effect). Or after the type can be selected). In the case of Yes in step 2810, in step 2812, the background effect display control means SM23 sets the special sound mode ST, ST effect A, ST effect B displayed on the ST effect selection screen as the ST effect type. Then, a command for executing display for notifying that the ST effect type has been set is set (transmitted to the sub-sub control unit SS side in the display command transmission control process in step 2900), and the next process (step 2714). Also in the case of No in step 2810, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 2714).

  With the configuration as described above, according to the gaming machine according to the present embodiment, a sound (BGM in this example) that is played with a certain variation in ST (a probability variation gaming state with a variation number limit) is reproduced. The production is determined on the basis of the effect executed in the change before the certain change (in this example, the number of times the announcement effect with a high expectation level that is a big hit is executed). As a result, as the expectation that will be a big hit due to fluctuations during ST increases, the BGM to be played will be switched (ranked up), and the sound that matches the content of the production will be played, so the fun of the game will be enhanced It can be improved.

  In the present embodiment, the special notice effect is configured to be executed only once during one change during the ST. However, the execution mode of the special notice effect is not limited to this, and the special notice effect is not limited thereto. May be executed a plurality of times during one change during ST, or a change may be provided that does not execute the special notice effect during ST (for example, the special notice effect is not executed at the ST2 change) ,etc). Moreover, you may comprise so that the jackpot expectation degree in ST which BGM represents can perform the effect which ranks up two or more ranks, or the effect which ranks down conversely. Also, by providing many types of special notice effects (or a group of effects shown in FIG. 23) that can be executed during ST, special notice effects (or shown in FIG. 23) that can be executed during ST. There are also a large number of combinations of a group of effects). As a result, there are also a large number of BGM switching conditions during ST, and various variations of effects can be provided. In addition, in such a configuration, it is possible to execute these effects by configuring so that the BGM of the next variation is determined by a combination of the executed special notice effects (or a group of effects shown in FIG. 23). And the lottery result for determining the execution contents can be diverted, so that it is possible to satisfy the BGM switching condition without executing a new lottery for determining the BGM, and the processing load related to the lottery process is reduced. The increase can be avoided.

(Modification 1)
In the present embodiment, the BGM that is output in the change after the next change of the certain main game symbol may be different depending on the content of the notice effect performed during the change of the certain main game symbol. The execution mode of the effect that effectively uses can be exemplified. Therefore, the configuration related to the execution mode of such an effect is a first modification from the present embodiment, and only the changes from the present embodiment will be described in detail below.

  First, FIG. 27 is a flowchart of the effect content determination process according to the subroutine of step 2250 in FIG. 18 in the first modification from the present embodiment. First, the change from this embodiment is about Step 2400 (Modification 1), and its purpose is during non-ST (in this embodiment, a non-stochastic game state and a non-time-reduced gaming state, or non In the probability variation gaming state and the time shortening gaming state), the processing for the effect that effectively uses the sound is executed. That is, in the case of No in step 2252, that is, when ST is not being performed at the start of variation, in step 2400 (variant 1), a non-ST effect content determination process to be described later is executed, and the next process (the process of step 2220 ).

  Next, FIG. 28 is a flowchart of the non-ST effect content determination process according to the subroutine of Step 2400 (Modification 1) in FIG. 27 in Modification 1 from the present embodiment. First, at step 2402, the drawing display content determination means SM21n refers to the inside of the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b, and determines whether or not the specific zone effect execution flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 2402, in step 2404, the drawing display content determination means SM21n refers to the main-side information temporary storage means SM11b and determines whether or not the current gaming state is not the time-saving gaming state. In the case of Yes in step 2404, in step 2406, the drawing display content determination means SM21n pre-determines the result of the main game suspension and the variation mode (variation time). Next, in step 2408, the drawing display content determination means SM21n refers to the pre-determination result executed in step 2406, and within the main game hold, it is a specific hold (a hold with a variable time of a predetermined time. In this example, It is determined whether or not there is a hold with a fluctuation time of 40 seconds. In the case of Yes in step 2408, in step 2410, the drawing display content determination means SM21n refers to the preliminary determination result executed in step 2406, and there is no hold that becomes a big hit in the hold of the digestion order before the specific hold. It is determined whether or not. In the case of Yes in step 2410, in step 2412, the drawing display content determination means SM21n refers to the pre-determination result executed in step 2406, and the variation time for the suspension of the digestion order before the specific suspension is a predetermined time (40 seconds). It is determined whether or not there is no hold as described above. In the case of Yes in step 2412, in step 2413, the drawing display content determination means SM21n turns on the specific zone effect execution flag in the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b. Next, in Step 2450 (Modification 1), the drawing display content determination means SM21n executes a specific zone background effect determination process, which will be described later, and proceeds to Step 2416. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2402, in step 2414, the drawing display content determination means SM21n stops the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b from among the noon background / evening background / night background. The background effect content at the time is determined as the background effect content of the change (in this example, a series of effects are executed in the specific zone, and the content of the background effect is succeeded to the next change), and the process proceeds to step 2416.

  Next, in step 2416, the drawing display content determination means SM21n determines the notice effect content dedicated to the specific zone based on the variation pattern of the decorative design. In step 2416, the notice effect 1 is not provided as the notice effect contents (the pattern of the notice effect 1 is not selected), so that the total number of patterns of the notice effect differs between the specific zone and other than the specific zone. (The total number of patterns of the notice effect in the specific zone is smaller than the total number of patterns of the notice effect in other than the specific zone), and accordingly, the number of channels for the notice effect sound is different (the notice effect 1 in the specific zone). 4 and 5 channels used in BGM will be used for BGM). Next, in step 2418, the sound control means SM26 uses three BGMs for BGM: 0 to 5 channels {stereo reproduction (two kinds of sound data are reproduced from the left and right speakers for one BGM). }, Notice sound effect: 6 to 11 channels (configured to execute either stereo playback or monaural playback. For example, when the left board moves, only the left speaker SOsL is used. Output to monaural playback). In this example, 0 to 3 channels are normally used as BGM playback channels (two BGMs can be played back), but 0 to 5 channels are used in a specific zone. Is reserved as a channel for reproducing BGM (three BGMs can be reproduced) (details will be described later). Next, in step 2420, the sound control means SM26, based on the notice effect content determined in the process of step 2416, outputs the notice sound effect sound output in each channel in the notice effect sound channels (channels 6 to 11). Determine the number. Next, in step 2422, the sound control means SM 26 sets the BGM sound number as “channel 0 and channel 1: main music, channel 2 and channel 3: main music + rhythm sound, channel 4 and channel 5: main music + rhythm. The sound number for BGM to be output is determined as “Sound + Song”, and the process proceeds to Step 2434.

  On the other hand, if No in Step 2404 or Step 2408 or Step 2410 or 2412 (when the execution condition for the specific zone effect is not satisfied), in Step 2424, the drawing display content determination means SM21n is based on the variation pattern of the decorative design, The background production content is determined. Next, in step 2426, the drawing display content determination means SM21n determines the notice effect content based on the variation pattern of the decorative design. Next, in step 2428, the sound control means SM26 uses two BGMs for BGM: 0 to 3 channels {stereo reproduction (two kinds of sound data for one BGM are reproduced from the left and right speakers). }, Notice sound effect: 4 to 11 channels (configured to perform either stereo playback or monaural playback. For example, when the left board moves, only from the left speaker SOsL Output to monaural playback). Next, in step 2430, the sound control means SM26 outputs the sound for the notice effect sound output in each channel in the notice effect sound channels (channels 4 to 11) based on the notice effect content determined in the processing in step 2426. Determine the number. Next, in step 2432, the sound control means SM 26 determines the BGM sound number to be output in each channel in the BGM channel based on the decorative pattern variation mode, and proceeds to step 2434.

  Next, in step 2434, the drawing display content determination means SM21n determines whether or not the change is a change related to evening background hold (holding related to a change that causes the execution of the evening background effect). Information indicating that the hold in the main game hold is the evening background hold is added in step 2464). In the case of Yes in step 2434, in step 2436, the drawing display content determination means SM21n determines the evening background effect execution timing in the change by lottery {various timings in the change (for example, at the start of change, Determined by lottery from a predetermined timing, at the end of change, etc.)} temporarily stored and the process proceeds to step 2438. On the other hand, also in the case of No in step 2434, the process proceeds to step 2438.

  Next, in step 2438, the drawing display content determination means SM21n determines whether or not the change is a change related to night background hold (hold related to a change that will execute the night background effect) (main). Information that the hold in the game hold is the night background hold is added in step 2474). In the case of Yes in step 2438, in step 2440, the drawing display content determination means SM21n determines the night background effect execution timing in the change by lottery {various timings in the change (for example, at the start of change, Determined by lottery from a predetermined timing, at the end of change, etc.}, temporarily stored, and proceeds to the next process (process of step 2220). On the other hand, also in the case of No in step 2438, the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2220).

  Next, FIG. 29 is a flowchart of the specific zone medium background effect determination processing according to the subroutine of Step 2450 (Modification 1) in FIG. 28 in Modification 1 from the present embodiment. First, in step 2452, the drawing display content determination means SM21n determines the background effect content as the daytime background effect. Next, in step 2454, the drawing display content determination means SM21n pre-determines whether or not the specific suspension in the main game suspension is successful. Next, in step 2456, the drawing display content determination means SM21n refers to the prior determination result in step 2454, and determines whether or not the pre-determined specific hold result is a big hit.

  In the case of Yes in step 2456, in step 2458, the drawing display content determination means SM21n selects the evening background effect lottery to win with a predetermined probability (for example, 2/3) (any one in the main game hold by winning) A lottery in which the hold becomes the evening background hold described later) is executed, and the process proceeds to step 2462.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2456, in step 2460, the drawing display content determination means SM21n has a predetermined probability (for example, it may be changed if it is 1/3 and is lower than the predetermined probability in step 2458). Then, an evening background effect lottery to be won (a lottery in which any one of the holds in the main game hold becomes an evening background hold to be described later by winning) is executed, and the process proceeds to step 2462.

  Next, in step 2462, the drawing display content determination means SM21n determines whether or not the evening background effect lottery is won. In the case of Yes in step 2462, in step 2464, the drawing display content determination means SM21n draws the evening background suspension (holding in which the evening background effect will be executed due to the variation related to the suspension) from within the main game suspension. And information indicating that the evening background hold is added to the hold.

  Next, in step 2466, the drawing display content determination means SM21n refers to the prior determination result in step 2454, and determines whether or not the predetermined hold result is a big hit.

  In the case of Yes in step 2466, in step 2468, the drawing display content determination means SM21n wins the night background effect lottery to win with a predetermined probability (for example, 1/2) (any one in the main game hold by winning) A lottery in which the hold becomes a night background hold described later) is executed, and the process proceeds to step 2472.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2466, in step 2470, the drawing display content determination means SM21n has a predetermined probability (for example, 1/10, and may be changed if the probability is lower than the predetermined probability in step 2468). The night background effect lottery to win (the lottery in which any one hold in the main game hold becomes a night background hold to be described later by winning) is executed, and the process proceeds to step 2472.

  Next, at step 2472, the drawing display content determination means SM21n determines whether or not the night background effect lottery is won. In the case of Yes in step 2472, in step 2474, the drawing display content determination means SM21n is the night background hold from within the main game hold (the hold where the night background effect will be executed due to the change related to the hold, (Holding later in the digestion order than evening background holding) is determined by lottery, information indicating that the night background is held is added to the holding, and the process proceeds to the next process (step 2416). It should be noted that also in the case of No in step 2462 or step 2472, the processing shifts to the next processing (processing in step 2416).

  As shown in the figure, in this example, the night background effect lottery is executed only when the evening background effect lottery is won. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the evening background effect lottery is won. Even if there is not, the night background effect lottery is executed (in that case, the background effect is switched from the daytime background to the night background at once, or the evening background is displayed from the start of the specific zone). You may comprise.

  Next, FIG. 30 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display control process according to the subroutine of step 2500 in FIG. 16 in the first modification from the present embodiment. First, the changes from the present embodiment are for Step 2600 (Modification 1), Step 2544 (Modification 1) and Step 2546 (Modification 1), and the purpose thereof is the background of the mode that can be executed only in a specific zone. It is to perform production and BGM. That is, after setting the voice reproduction command to output BGM at step 2518, or when the decorative symbol stop display (temporary stop) timing has not been reached at step 2524, or at step 2526 the decorative symbol stop display. After setting the (temporary stop) command, in step 2600 (modified 1), the decorative symbol display control means SM21 executes a specific zone medium background effect / BGM execution process, which will be described later, and proceeds to step 2528. In the first modification according to the present embodiment, when the processing of step 2518 is executed, if it is in a specific zone, BGM of all channels (BGM reproduced in channel 0 to channel 5) is simultaneously performed. BGM of the same scale length (the playback seconds are substantially the same) that is started to be played, and is played back continuously until the end of the specific zone (for example, “sound source ROM data image of FIG. 20) The number of simultaneously used channels is 2, the number of playback seconds is 6.7 seconds, the presence / absence of a loop is a loop, and three BGMs, which are the same, are started to be played back simultaneously).

  In step 2540, after the production timer SM21t is reset, in step 2544 (modified 1), the decorative symbol display control means SM21 determines whether or not the variation is related to the specific suspension. In the case of Yes in Step 2544 (Modification 1), in Step 2546 (Modification 1), the decorative symbol display control means SM21 sets the specific zone effect execution flag in the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b. The process is turned off and the process proceeds to step 2548 (the effect relating to the specific zone is terminated in this process).

  Next, FIG. 31 is a flowchart of the specific zone intermediate background effect / BGM execution processing according to the subroutine of step 2600 in FIG. 30 in the first modification from the present embodiment. First, in step 2602, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 refers to the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b and determines whether or not the specific zone effect execution flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 2602, in step 2604, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 determines whether or not the background effect being executed is a daytime background effect. In the case of Yes in step 2604, in step 2626, the sound control means SM26 sets the volume of the BGM reproduced on the channel 0 and the channel 1 to a predetermined volume (for example, a volume that can be heard by the player at the game hall), and the channel. 2 to BGM to be reproduced in channel 5 are muted (volume is reduced to 0), and the flow advances to step 2608. On the other hand, also in the case of No in step 2604, the process proceeds to step 2608.

  Next, in step 2608, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 refers to the effect timer SM21t and determines whether or not the evening background effect execution timing determined in step 2436 has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 2608, in step 2610, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 sets a display command for executing the evening background effect as the background effect (in the display command transmission control process of step 2900, the sub-sub control unit SS side). To be sent). Next, in step 2612, the volume of the BGM reproduced in channel 2 and channel 3 is set to a predetermined volume (for example, a volume that can be heard by the player at the game hall), and channel 0 and channel 1, channel 4 and channel 5 are set. The BGM to be reproduced is muted (the volume is reduced to 0), and the process proceeds to step 2614. On the other hand, also in the case of No in step 2608, the process proceeds to step 2614.

  Next, in step 2614, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 refers to the effect timer SM21t and determines whether or not the night background effect execution timing determined in step 2440 has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 2614, in step 2616, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 sets a display command for executing the night background effect as the background effect (in the display command transmission control process of step 2900, the sub-sub control unit SS side). To be sent). Next, in step 2618, the volume of BGM to be played back on channel 4 and channel 5 is set to a predetermined volume (for example, a volume that can be heard by the player at the game hall), and BGM played back on channels 0 to 3 is played. Mute (the volume becomes 0), and the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2528). On the other hand, also in the case of No in step 2602 or step 2614, the processing shifts to the next processing (processing in step 2528).

  Next, FIG. 32 is a specific zone background effect image diagram in the first modification from the present embodiment. In this example, the daytime background effect is executed, the evening background effect is executed during the second change, the night background effect is executed at the start of the fourth change, and the big hit is reached at the fourth change. doing. In this example, for the sake of convenience of explanation, the specific hold display is indicated by “★”, and the hold display having a change time of 10 seconds is indicated by “●”. However, the 10 second hold display is the same, and it is configured so that the player cannot recognize which hold display is the specific hold display. Can't guess (for players, you can expect how long a particular zone will continue).

  First, there are three holds at the start of the first change in the specific zone, and the hold that is the third digestion order is the specific hold. In addition, since the background effect is the daytime effect, the BGM (main music only BGM) played on channel 0 and channel 1 is played at a predetermined volume (for example, a volume that a player can hear at the game hall). (Other BGMs are muted).

  Next, in the second change in the specific zone, since the digested hold is the evening background hold, after the predetermined timing determined in the lottery (in this example, the timing of 5 seconds from the start of the change), the background effect is produced. The evening background effect is executed. Further, when the evening background effect is being executed, the BGM (main music + BGM by rhythm sound) played on the channel 2 and the channel 3 has a predetermined volume (for example, a volume that can be heard by the player at the game hall). (The other BGMs are muted).

  Next, at the third change in the specific zone, the change ends with the evening background effect being executed.

  Next, in the fourth change in the specific zone, since the digested hold is the night background hold, the night background effect is executed after the predetermined timing determined by the lottery (in this example, when the change starts). . In addition, when the night background effect is being executed, the BGM (main music + rhythm sound + song BGM) played on the channel 4 and the channel 5 is at a predetermined volume (for example, the player can hear at the game hall). (Volume is muted). Further, since the specific hold that is the hold corresponding to the fourth change is a hold that becomes a big hit, it becomes a big hit at the fourth change. In the final variation of the main game symbol in the specific zone (in this example, the fourth variation), the background effect being executed and the BGM being reproduced at a predetermined volume (in this example, the night background) The production and the BGM reproduced on the channel 4 and the channel 5) may be terminated and the reach production may be shifted, and the reach production sound (BGM, etc.) may be reproduced.

  Also, as shown in the timing chart at the bottom of the figure, in the present embodiment, the channel having a predetermined volume (for example, a volume that can be heard by the player at the game hall) is switched depending on the background effect being executed. It becomes. The sound (BGM) output from all channels starts to be output at the same timing (at the start of fluctuation), and is continuously played (looped) over four fluctuations with the same length (the playback seconds are substantially the same). Played). Therefore, the background music changes from “daytime background effect” → “evening background effect” → “night background effect”, and the BGM is “main music only BGM” → “ “BGM with main music + rhythm sound” → “BGM with main music + rhythm sound + song”, but if these BGM are playing the same music (melody), for the player In order to recognize the music as it gradually rises, it is possible to recognize that the subsequent game is advantageous to the player due to the rise of the music as well as the change in the background effect. In addition, since the BGM can change at an indefinite timing during the symbol variation, it is possible to maintain the player's expectation during the symbol variation.

  By changing as described above, according to the gaming machine according to the modified example 1 from the present embodiment, in the specific zone that executes the effect suggesting that there is a possibility that there is a big hit in the hold, indefinite The effect (background effect in this example) to be executed at the timing is switched, and a plurality of sounds (in this example, a plurality of BGMs playing the same melody, the elements of the sounds constituting each BGM) Are reproduced at the same time, and only the BGM corresponding to the effect currently being executed is reproduced at a louder volume than the other BGMs (in this example, the BGM corresponding to the effect is reproduced at a predetermined volume). The other BGMs are configured to be muted). As a result, it is possible to switch the BGM that can be heard by the player while maintaining the BGM melody in accordance with the timing at which the effect is switched.

  Further, in the gaming machine according to the first modification from the present embodiment, when it is not a specific zone, the channel to be used is 0 to 3: BGM, 4 to 11: the notice sound effect, and the channels 5 and 6 are illuminated. It is configured to be used with the lamp warning sound effect. On the other hand, if it is in a specific zone, the channel used by using 5/6 channels used for the electric lamp warning sound effect for BGM. Are configured like 0-5: BGM, 6-11: notice sound effect, it is possible to realize the sound output mode corresponding to the production mode.

  In the gaming machine according to the first modification from the present embodiment, three BGMs are used in a specific zone, and three are “main music”, “main music + rhythm sound”, and “main music + rhythm”. “Sound + Song”, and as the background effect is executed, the BGM is expressed as being overlaid. However, such a method is not limited to this. For example, three BGMs are expressed as “main music” and “ `` Rhythm sound '' and `` Song '', `` Main music '' is set to a predetermined volume during daytime background production execution, `` Main music '' and `` Rhythm sound '' are set to a predetermined volume during execution of evening background production, When executing the night background effect, the same expression may be executed by setting “main music”, “rhythm sound”, and “song” to predetermined volumes.

  In this example, the probability of winning in the specific zone (evening background effect lottery and night background effect lottery) is configured to change only depending on whether or not the specific hold is a big hit, and the lottery timing The lottery was drawn at the time of the on-hold digestion, but the execution mode of the lottery related to the background effect is not limited to this. For example, by prefetching the result of the hold in the main game hold at the start of each variation in a specific zone, It may be configured such that the background effect is easily executed when there is a hold that becomes.

  In the present embodiment, only the pachinko gaming machine is illustrated, but there may be cases where the present invention can also be applied to a rotary type gaming machine (so-called) slot machine. Here, a supplementary description of a known slot machine will be given.

  First, in the well-known slot machine, a main board as a main game control unit that controls the progress of the game, and a sub board (sub-main board, sub-sub board, sound board) as a sub game control unit that controls the execution of the production, As a main game identification information display unit for displaying main game identification information, a plurality of rows (generally three rows) of reels each having a plurality of pieces of identification information arranged on the outer periphery, and operable by the player As a bet operation member (or medal slot or medal detection unit) that enables a so-called betting action to satisfy the game start condition, and a main game start instruction device that can be operated by the player and instruct the game start Start button, stop button as a main game progress instructing device that can be operated by the player and instructing the progress of the game, and moving images according to the progress of the game An effect display device that displays the output, and a speaker that reproduces (generates) sound such as sound related to the moving image displayed on the effect display device and sound effects according to the progress of the game and the operation of the player, Have. The main board has a main game random number acquisition unit for acquiring a main game random number when the start lever is operated, and one or more stop identifications based on the random number acquired by the main game random number acquisition unit. Main game identification information display content determination means for tentatively determining information (for example, display content determination means for internally determining a winning combination such as a small role or a character related to a special game), and main game identification information Based on one or a plurality of stop identification information tentatively determined by the display content determination means and the operation timing of the stop button, the one stop identification information is fixedly displayed on the reel which is the main game identification information display unit. Main game identification information display control means to be controlled (for example, reel control for stopping the reel at a predetermined position based on the internally determined winning combination and the timing when the stop button is pressed) And a special game execution control means (for example, “777 etc.”) that controls to shift to the special game when the predetermined mode is displayed as the stop identification information on the reel that is the main game identification information display unit. Sends information about the main game random number acquired by the main game random number acquisition means to the secondary game control unit side, as a trigger when it is lined up on a predetermined active line Main game side information transmission control means.

  Since the concept shown in the present application may also apply to the sub-game unit side (particularly, moving image display and sound playback) in the slot machine having such a well-known configuration, It can be said that this technique can be applied to both slot machines and slot machines.

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The following concepts can be extracted (listed) based on the configuration shown in the above embodiments. However, the concepts listed below are merely examples, and the concepts based on the further configurations shown in the above embodiments are added to these concepts as well as the combination and separation (higher level conceptualization) of these listed concepts. May be.

Pachinko machines related to this concept (1)
A start opening (for example, a first main game start opening A10, a second main game start opening B10) into which a game ball can enter;
An identification information display unit (for example, a first main game symbol display unit A21g, a second main game symbol display unit B21g) capable of variably displaying and stopping the identification information;
A video display unit (for example, an effect display device SG) capable of displaying video;
A sound output unit (for example, a sound control unit SO) capable of outputting sound;
A main game unit (for example, a main control board M) for controlling the progress of the game;
A sub game unit (for example, sub control board S) that controls video display on the video display unit (for example, effect display device SG) and sound output to the sound output unit (for example, sound control unit SO);
The main game part (for example, the main control board M)
Random number acquisition means (for example, random number acquisition determination execution means MJ20) for acquiring a random number based on the ball entering the start opening (for example, the first main game start opening A10, the second main game start opening B10);
In accordance with the determination result based on the random number, after the identification information is displayed on the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g, the second main game symbol display unit B21g), the stop identification information is stopped and displayed. Identification information display control means (for example, display control means MP10) for controlling
When the stop identification information stopped and displayed on the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g, the second main game symbol display unit B21g) is in a predetermined mode, a special game advantageous to the player is executed. Possible special game control means (for example, special game control means MP30),
The sub game part (for example, the sub control board S)
The identification information is displayed in a variable unit until it is stopped and displayed, and at least during each variable unit, a notice effect that is a video suggesting or notifying the feasibility of a special game is provided. It can be displayed on a video display unit (for example, an effect display device SG),
There are a plurality of types of display formats for displaying video on the video display unit (for example, the effect display device SG), and a certain type of display format and a different type of display format are different. Even if the variation display mode of the identification information is the same type, the content of the notice effect is different,
There are a plurality of types of output modes as output modes for outputting sound to the sound output unit (for example, the sound control unit SO), and a certain type of output mode and an output mode different from the certain type are used. , The sound components are different,
When a specific notice effect is displayed and a notice effect other than the specific notice effect is displayed during a period in which a certain unit of change is performed and the display format is a certain type And even if the type of the display format in the next variation unit of the certain variation unit is the same, the type of the output mode in the next variation unit of the certain variation unit is configured to be different. It is a pachinko game machine characterized by being.

Pachinko machines related to this concept (2)
A start opening (for example, a first main game start opening A10, a second main game start opening B10) into which a game ball can enter;
An identification information display unit (for example, a first main game symbol display unit A21g, a second main game symbol display unit B21g) capable of variably displaying and stopping the identification information;
A video display unit (for example, an effect display device SG) capable of displaying video;
A sound output unit (for example, a sound control unit SO) capable of outputting sound;
A main game unit (for example, a main control board M) for controlling the progress of the game;
A sub game unit (for example, sub control board S) that controls video display on the video display unit (for example, effect display device SG) and sound output to the sound output unit (for example, sound control unit SO);
The main game part (for example, the main control board M)
Random number acquisition means (for example, random number acquisition determination execution means MJ20) for acquiring a random number based on the ball entering the start opening (for example, the first main game start opening A10, the second main game start opening B10);
In accordance with the determination result based on the random number, after the identification information is displayed on the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g, the second main game symbol display unit B21g), the stop identification information is stopped and displayed. Identification information display control means (for example, display control means MP10) for controlling
When the stop identification information stopped and displayed on the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g, the second main game symbol display unit B21g) is in a predetermined mode, a special game advantageous to the player is executed. Possible special game control means (for example, special game control means MP30),
The sub game part (for example, the sub control board S)
It is a video that suggests or notifies the feasibility of a special game at an indefinite timing during the period in which each variable unit is performed, with the variable unit from when the identification information is displayed in a variable manner until it is stopped. The notice effect can be displayed on the video display unit (for example, the effect display device SG),
There are a plurality of types of reproduction data as reproduction data reproduced when outputting a sound to a sound output unit (for example, a sound control unit SO), and a certain type of reproduction data and a type of reproduction different from the certain type The data is structured so that the sound components are different,
A plurality of types of playback data are started to be started substantially simultaneously at a predetermined timing, and a sound output unit (e.g., one or more types of playback data being played back simultaneously can be heard) The sound control unit SO) can output from the sound control unit SO, and before reaching the indefinite timing, and after reaching the indefinite timing, the types of the reproducible data that can be heard are different. A pachinko gaming machine that is configured to be output from a sound output unit.

Pachinko machines related to this concept (3)
A start opening (for example, a first main game start opening A10, a second main game start opening B10) into which a game ball can enter;
An identification information display unit (for example, a first main game symbol display unit A21g, a second main game symbol display unit B21g) capable of variably displaying and stopping the identification information;
A video display unit (for example, an effect display device SG) capable of displaying video;
A sound output unit (for example, a sound control unit SO) capable of outputting sound;
A main game unit (for example, a main control board M) for controlling the progress of the game;
A sub game unit (for example, sub control board S) that controls video display on the video display unit (for example, effect display device SG) and sound output to the sound output unit (for example, sound control unit SO);
The main game part (for example, the main control board M)
Random number acquisition means (for example, random number acquisition determination execution means MJ20) for acquiring a random number based on the ball entering the start opening (for example, the first main game start opening A10, the second main game start opening B10);
In accordance with the determination result based on the random number, after the identification information is displayed on the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g, the second main game symbol display unit B21g), the stop identification information is stopped and displayed. Identification information display control means (for example, display control means MP10) for controlling
When the stop identification information stopped and displayed on the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g, the second main game symbol display unit B21g) is in a predetermined mode, a special game advantageous to the player is executed. Possible special game control means (for example, special game control means MP30),
The sub game part (for example, the sub control board S)
The identification information is displayed in a variable unit until it is stopped and displayed, and at least during each variable unit, a notice effect that is a video suggesting or notifying the feasibility of a special game is provided. It can be displayed on a video display unit (for example, an effect display device SG),
There is at least a normal effect state in which the total number of patterns of the notice effect that can be displayed is a predetermined number, and a specific effect state in which the total number of patterns of the notice effect that can be displayed is different from the predetermined number. It is configured to be either state or specific production state,
There are a plurality of types of reproduction data as reproduction data reproduced when outputting a sound to a sound output unit (for example, a sound control unit SO), and a certain type of reproduction data and a type of reproduction different from the certain type The data is configured such that the sound components are different, and the reproduction data length is a type 1 reproduction data whose reproduction data length is less than or less than the predetermined length, and the reproduction data length is equal to or greater than the predetermined length. Or at least a second type of reproduction data that is an excess type of reproduction data,
Plays back multiple types of playback data at the same time in a situation where the ratio of the first type playback data within the predetermined upper limit number and the ratio of the second type playback data within the upper limit number does not change Configured to be possible,
The ratio of the first type reproduction data and the ratio of the second type reproduction data in the normal performance state, the ratio of the first type reproduction data in the specific performance state and the second type reproduction The pachinko gaming machine is characterized in that the ratio of data can be changed so that the ratio is different.

M main control board, MJ game information control means MJ10 entry determination means, MJ11-A first main game start entrance entry judgment means MJ11-B second main game start entrance entrance judgment means, MJ11-H auxiliary game start Entrance entrance determination means MJ11-C10 First entrance prize entrance determination means, MJ11-C20 Exit entrance entrance determination means MJ11-C22 Specific area entrance determination means, MJ20 random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A No. 1 main game random number acquisition determination execution means, MJ21-B second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-H auxiliary game random number acquisition determination execution means, MJ30 reservation control means MJ31 reservation digestion control means, MJ31j variation start condition satisfaction determination means MJ32 Symbol holding means, MJ32-A First main game symbol holding means MJ32b-A First main game symbol holding information temporary storage means, MJ32-B 2 main game symbol hold means MJ32b-B 2nd main game symbol hold information temporary storage means, MJ32-H auxiliary game symbol hold means MJ32b-H auxiliary game symbol hold information temporary storage means, MN game content determination means MN10 winning lottery means, MN11-A first main game win / fail lottery means MN11ta-A first main game pass / fail lottery table, MN11-B second main game pass / fail lottery means MN11ta-B second main game pass / fail lottery table, MN11-H auxiliary game pass / fail Lottery means MN11ta-H Auxiliary game success / failure lottery table, MN20 Special game transition determination means MN40 Symbol content determination means, MN41-A First main game symbol determination means MN41ta-A First main game symbol determination lottery table, MN41-B Second main game symbol determination means MN41ta-B Second main game symbol determination lottery table, MN 1-H auxiliary game symbol determining means MN41ta-H auxiliary game symbol determining lottery table, MN50 variation mode determining unit MN51-A first main game variation mode determining unit, MN51ta-A first main game variation mode determining lottery table MN51 -B 2nd main game variation mode determination means, MN51ta-B 2nd main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51-H Auxiliary game variation mode determination means, MN51ta-H Auxiliary game variation mode determination lottery table MN52 Limited frequency variation mode Determination means, MN52ta limited frequency medium variation mode determination table MN52c limited frequency counter, MP game progress means MP10 display control means, MP11-C first / second main game symbol control means MP11t-C first / second main game Symbol variation management timer MP11-H auxiliary game symbol control means, MP11t-H auxiliary Game symbol variation management timer MP20-B second main game start opening electric accessory opening / closing control means MP21-B second main game start opening electric accessory opening / closing condition determining means, MP22t-B second main game start opening electric accessory Opening timer MP30 Special game control means, MP31 Condition determination means MP32 Special game content determination means, MP32ta Special game content reference table MP33 Special game execution means, MP33-C First and second big prize opening electrical equipment opening / closing control means MP33c Ball counter MP34 Special game time management means, MP34t Special game timer MP34t2 Special game start demonstration timer, MP34t3 Special game end demonstration timer MP50 Specific game control means, MP51 Probability change end condition determination means MP51c Probability change count counter, MP52 Time reduction end condition determination means MP52c Time-count counter, B Game state temporary storage means MB10-C First and second main game state temporary storage means, MB11b-C First and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB10-H Auxiliary game state temporary storage means, MB11b-H Auxiliary Game symbol information temporary storage means MB20b Special game related information temporary storage means, MB30b Specific game related information temporary storage means MT Information transmission control means, MT10 Command transmission buffer MH Prize ball payout determination means A First main game peripheral equipment, A10 No. 1 1 main game start port A11s first main game start port entrance detection device, A20 first main game symbol display device A21g first main game symbol display unit, A21h first main game symbol hold display unit B second main game peripheral device B10 2nd main game start opening B11s 2nd main game start opening entrance detection device, B11d 2nd main game start opening electric accessory B20 2nd main game diagram Pattern display device, B21g Second main game symbol display unit B21h Second main game symbol hold display unit, C 1st and 2nd main game shared peripheral device C10 First grand prize port, C11s First major prize port prize detection device C11d 1st grand prize opening electric machine, C20 2nd big prize opening C21s 2nd big prize opening prize detection device, C21d 2nd big prize opening electric machine H auxiliary game peripheral equipment, H10 auxiliary game start port H11s auxiliary game start port Entry detection device, H20 auxiliary game symbol display device H21g auxiliary game symbol display unit, H21h auxiliary game symbol holding display unit S sub control board, SM effect display control means (sub main control board)
SM10 display information receiving means, SM11b main side information temporary storage means SM20 effect display control means, SM21 decoration symbol display control means SM21n drawing display content determination means, SM21ta drawing variation content determination lottery table SM21b drawing related information temporary storage means , SM21t presentation timer SM22 drawing hold information display control means, SM22b drawing hold information temporary storage means SM23 background effect display control means, SM23n background effect display content determination means SM23b background effect related information temporary storage means, SM24 notice effect display control Means SM24n Preliminary effect display content determining means, SM24b Preliminary effect related information temporary storage means SM24c2 ST counter, SM25 reach effect display control means SM25n Reach effect display content determining means, SM25b Reach effect related information temporary storage SM26 Sound control means, SM40 information transmission / reception control means SS effect display means (sub-sub control unit), SS10 sub information transmission / reception control means SS20 image display control means, SS21b image display related information temporary storage means SG effect display device, SG10 display area SG11 decoration Symbol display area, SG12 first hold display section SG13 second hold display section SO sound control section KH prize ball payout control board KE prize ball payout device

Claims (1)

A starting opening where game balls can enter,
An identification information display unit capable of displaying and stopping the identification information in a variable manner,
A video display unit capable of displaying video;
A sound output unit capable of outputting sound;
A main game section that controls the progress of the game;
A sub-game unit for controlling the video display on the video display unit and the sound output to the sound output unit,
The main game department
Random number acquisition means for acquiring a random number based on a ball entering the start opening;
According to the determination result based on the random number, identification information display control means for controlling to stop display the stop identification information after the identification information is variably displayed on the identification information display unit;
A special game control means capable of executing a special game advantageous to the player when the stop identification information stopped and displayed on the identification information display unit is in a predetermined mode;
The subsidiary game department
The identification information is displayed in a variable unit until it is stopped and displayed, and at least during each variable unit, a notice effect that is a video suggesting or notifying the feasibility of a special game is provided. It can be displayed on the video display,
There are a plurality of types of display formats for displaying video on the video display unit, and the display mode of identification information varies between a certain type of display format and a different type of display format. Even if it is the same type, the content of the notice effect is different,
There are a plurality of types of output modes for outputting sound to the sound output unit, and sound components are different between a certain type of output mode and a different type of output mode. Configured,
When a specific notice effect is displayed and a notice effect other than the specific notice effect is displayed during a period in which a certain unit of change is performed and the display format is a certain type And even if the type of the display format in the next variation unit of the certain variation unit is the same, the type of the output mode in the next variation unit of the certain variation unit is configured to be different. Pachinko machines that are characterized by being.

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